On 20th May 1963 .
Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar ?
27th day of the fourth month .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at five thirty .
I am frigid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
See you .
See you .
You don't make any prior appointment , do you ?
No . I haven't , but I'll take only a few minutes of his time .
Please tell your name , company and the nature of your business .
Yes . My name is Lin Tao , the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation .
I see . Wait a minute , please .
( 2 minutes later ) Mr . Lin , Mr . Charles can see you now . This way , please .
His girlfriend dumped him , and he is tearing his heart out over her .
How foolish he is . The girl is inviting . She often makes a pass at boys .
Love is blind , you know .
Is he all right ? There's a big hospital just around the corner .
Oh , is there ? Will you find someone to take us to the hospital then ?
All right , sir . I'll have someone to take you there . By the way , is he insured ?
Yes , he is .
I'm glad to hear that . In case he's not insured , the hospital will never accepts any patient .
Not yet . To tell you the truth , I don't know how to write it . I've considered it for several days .
What ? Man , you don't know how to write a project report ? That's sounds a little bit ridiculous .
Don't laugh at me , please . I'm serious . I've never been required to write this kind of report before , I only do the research reports .
Oh , sorry , I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic .
So what items must be involved in this report ?
First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year .
Yeah , is that all ?
Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events .
That's too complicated .
And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report .
Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ?
I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports .
But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ?
OK , no problem . But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time .
Yes , it's so exciting , though I had the most falls in our skiing team .
Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski ?
Of course there is . The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration .
Could you move smoothly ?
Yes . My face even ached in the icy wind .
What happened afterwards ?
I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was .
Poor girl !
Yes , that's right , around five nine five ten .
Weight ?
I'm not sure . Medium I suppose . Maybe a little on the heavy side .
Any marks on his face ?
No , I don't think so .
Glasses ?
No .
What about his hair ?
Black or dark brown .
Long or short ? Straight ? Curly ?
Straight , I think , and about average length
Boy , this sure doesn't help us much . It could be anybody . How about his cloth ? What was he wearing ?
We , I ' d like to go to Australia . I know it ' s far to go , but I think it would be something different and special .
I ' d really like to go to the Caribbean . We can relax on the beached and enjoy the sunshine .
There are beaches in Australia too , but I would prefer a more active holiday this year . We could visit Ayers rock and the great barrier reef . It would be so exciting .
But would it be relaxing ? By summer . I ' ll be quite tired from doing so much work . The last thing I need is to use more energy racing around Australia . I ' d need another holiday to recover from the holiday !
Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ' d be doing something different and not working .
Do you think so ? I ' m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ?
I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers !
That doesn ' t sound too bad . I ' d certainly like to go diving . That ' s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean .
We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like .
We ' d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ' s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow .
It looks like I might have convinced you to go to Australia !
Where are they from ?
Most of them are from America and Europe .
What are they doing in Beijing ?
They are attending an international conference here .
Which hotel are they staying at ?
They are staying at the Hilton Hotel .
Sure .
Let's get a soft drink .
Do we have enough time ?
It's a fifteen-minute intermission .
The seats are excellent . We're right in the center .
It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great .
I can't agree more .
Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ?
In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents .
Do you have large concert halls in your city ?
We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller .
That's great . Well , we'd better get back to our seats . It's about to start .
He's the nicest boss I've had .
Yes , I think he's the most relaxing person in management .
What's more , he said I was the hardest working person in the office !
That's good . Maybe you'll get promoted .
I hope so .
It ' s none of my business .
You mean that is my business .
I don ' t say that . But it seems to me the housewife should do that .
I ' m your wife , not a housewife . I have my own work .
Hum ...
Adaptability and sense of humor .
How would your friends or colleagues describe you ?
( Pause a few seconds ) They say Mr . Chen is an honest , hardworking and responsible man who deeply cares for his family and friends .
What personality traits do you admire ?
Honest , flexible and easy-going .
What leadership qualities did you develop as an administrative personnel ?
I feel that learning how to motivate people and to work together as a team will be the major goal of my leadership .
How do you normally handle criticism ?
Silence is golden . Just don't say anything ; otherwise the situation could become worse . I do , however , accept constructive criticism .
What do you find frustrating in a work situation ?
Sometimes , the narrow-minded people make me frustrated .
How do you handle your conflict with your colleagues in your work ?
I will try to present my ideas in a more clear and civilized manner in order to get my points across .
To secure employment hopefully with your company .
How long would you like to stay with this company ?
I will stay as long as I can continue to learn and to grow in my field .
Sure ! What ' s playing ?
The new Twilight movie !
Twilight ? As in the vampire movies ? No way , I am watching that , but I don ' t understand why everyone is so excited about these films about vampires . It doesn ' t make sense .
Of course it does . It ' s like a modern tale of Romeo and Juliet . You can see a couple who are in love but can ' t be together because they are so different . And in the fact that immortality and super human strengthen this really sexy and there you have it ! Plus the cast is hip , young people that make the movie even more enticing .
I don ' t buy into that . I think it ' s just a fad . Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will be into wear-wolves or zombies !
Hi , John ! I haven't seen you for ages .
Yeah , I've been out of town .
So how have you been ?
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Please give me this extra value meal , a red bean pie , and one order of vegetable salad .
Would you like something to drink ?
A cup of hot orange juice .
Will that be it ?
Yes , that's all .
What's her figure ?
Perfect , and I like her charming eyes too .
What's the color of her eyes ?
Dark blue .
I want to find a book called Gone with the Wind . But I can't find it .
Let me give you a hand . The author is ...
Margaret Mitchell .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
I know , Mr . Douglas . But I am really sick .
Well , I want a note from the doctor on this one . And , to be honest , if this continues , we may not be able to employ you here .
I understand , sir . I ' ll bring a doctor ' s note in tomorrow . I am sorry , Mr . Douglas .
I don't think dieting is good for you . It's much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with !
But what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ?
They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of physical exercise every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
So you think it's OK for people who are dieting to eat chocolate , don't you ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be treated seriously ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever .
And have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
I used to take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size that I am now !
Hi , good evening . Which kind of beer would you like ?
I'd like to try a local beer . What would you suggest ?
How about Yanking Beer ? It's very popular here .
Sounds good . I'll take that .
Good morning , I have an appointment with Mr . Wang Li .
He's not in , I'm afraid .
But Could you tell me when he will be back ?
I am sorry , I don't know .
well , do you think I could leave a message for him ?
Certainly .
Darlene ! Indeed , it ' s been a while ! How have you been ? Wow , you look amazing ! I love what you ' Ve done with your hair !
Really ? Thanks ! I went to that hair salon that you told me about , but enough about me ! Look at you ! You haven ' t aged a day since the last time I saw you ! What is your secret !
Ha ha , come on ! Well , I ' Ve been watching what I eat , and working out three times a week . By the way , I heard your son recently graduated !
Yes , my little Paul is finally a doctor . They grow up so fast you know .
He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course !
Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently .
Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended .
Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday !
But of course ! Well , it ' s been great talking to you , but I have to get going .
Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee !
That would be great ! Give me a call !
See you soon ! Bye ! Egg ... I can ' t stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter .
May I have a look at your receipt ?
Oh , here you are .
All right . Wait a minute .
What time would you like to see him ?
Would 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning be alright ?
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
Hi , Jenny ! Jason here . It's great to hear your voice again .
Hi , Jason ! Long time no see . How's the hotel ?
It's pretty nice , but I'm going to start looking for an apartment soon . Hotel living is not for me .
I know what you mean .
How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ?
I am leaving in two weeks .
So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards .
Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ?
Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ' clock . Is that ok ?
7 is fine with me .
Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty .
I'll be waiting .
There is nothing good at the moment . Let ' s do something different . Would you like to go to a concert ?
Yes , I'd love to . Here is a good one , Mozart and Beethoven . It ' s on the Festival Hall . Shall we go there ?
Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ?
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
Make sure that you understand the company . Do you understand what it is that they do ?
No , I probably need to do some more research .
When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed . Does that make sense ?
I think that their attitude is rather casual .
So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ?
I have absolutely nothing so far .
You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ?
Yes , where should we go from here ?
Focus on being relaxed and open , don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about . I'm sure you'll do well .
I am going to the bank . I need to cash some checks .
That's great . We can go to the bank together .
Why are you going there ?
I will go to Japan on business for 5 days next Tuesday . I want to exchange some Japanese yen .
I see . Will you bring a lot of money with you ?
Not really . I plan to bring some cash and withdraw money at the ATM in Japan .
Do you have the bank card in Japan ?
Nope . You can use the credit card to withdraw the money in foreign countries .
That sounds really convenient . Do you pay extra money to enjoy this service ?
No . It is free of charge .
Great ! I will apply for a credit card when I go to the bank later .
I think we are running out of time . The bank is going to close soon .
Ginseng comes in 6 different grades . It runs from 5,000 to 30,000 NT a jin .
30,000 NT for ginseng ? ! Do I have to buy a whole jin ?
You can get a liang if you want . A liang is one-sixteenth of a jin . That would be 330NT .
Whew ! That sounds more like my price range . I'll take two liangs .
I'll have my brother cut some for you .
This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ?
That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon !
Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ?
Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life !
And how about these little brown chips ?
Oh , that's deer horn . That helps you ... umm , how should I put it ?
Yes . How would you like it ?
Eight tens , six ones and large silver for others .
OK , here you are .
Thanks .
It's OK .
What are you unhappy with ?
I want to have a different color carpet .
If you agree to pay more money , you could upgrade the carpet .
Would it cost a lot more ?
It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard .
I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color .
Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it .
When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ?
Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday .
Oh , sorry about that . We ' ll get it fixed as soon as we can .
Where have you been , Alice , you're over an hour late .
Yes , But I couldn ' t help it . I was late getting off work for a start and then I miss the bus . The bus I did catch that stuck in the traffic jam . It was one thing after another .
why ere you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn ' t it ?
Yes . But those are the rush in that moment . And my boss ask me to do some urgent letters .
Didn ' t you tell him you have an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I ' Ve finish in five minutes . and I didn ' t want to be difficult about just few minutes , if I hadn ' t been missing the bus and in the traffic I wouldn ' t have been so late . I ' m sorry .
Well . You ' re here .
Very well . We have some fresh red roses .
How much are the roses ?
$ 20 per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Speaking , Who ' s calling please ?
Hi Mary , This is Tom .
Oh , Hi Tom , how have you been ?
Just fine . I see . Aren ' t you busying tomorrow evening ?
Let me see . Akha . No , I guess I ' ll be free .
Well , why not dine out together and go to the moves .
Sounds like a good idea .
Ok . I ' l l pick you up at 6 o ' clock .
Thank you for your inviting me . See you then . Bye Tom .
I'd like a trim .
Would you like your hair washed as well ?
No , thanks .
Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ?
Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears .
All right .
I ' m a sales manager in a publishing company .
Oh , really ? That sounds interesting , what kinds of book do you publish ?
Oh , mostly fiction , lots of romance , science fiction , biography , stuff like that .
Oh , What a cool job ! How long have you worked there ?
About two years now .
He was really influenced by the way they do things on the west coast . I guess the working atmosphere is a lot more relaxed and casual in California . It comes from the information technology industry .. there isn't such a large division between home and office , so people want to work in the clothes they feel more relaxed in .
Maybe so , but it seems kind of strange , which the rest of us in white shirts , dark suites , and ties .
It's not as bad as that ... We are allowed to wear more casual jackets and trousers . Besides , didn't you hear what Brian found on his desk this morning ?
What's that ?
Management decided to give him four brand new white shirts . That's their way of telling him that his new style of dressing down is not quite acceptable .
Yeah well it ' s about time ! He ' s been living with his parents for 40 years !
Don ' t be mean . Look here come the bridesmaids ! Their dresses look beautiful !
Who are those kids walking down the aisle ?
That ' s the flower girl and the ring bearer . I ' m pretty sure they ' re the groom ' s niece and nephew . Oh , they look so cute !
I just hope the priest makes it quick . I ' m starving . I hope the food ' s good at the reception .
That ' s all you ever think about , food ! Oh , I think the bride ' s coming now ! She looks gorgeous . Wait , what ' s she doing ? Where ' s she going ?
Oh great ! Does this mean that the reception is canceled ?
Yes , I have read the Filling Instruction carefully , since you showed me it last week .
Very good . What is the essence of filing , do you know ?
The essence of filing I remember is to bring together in a single folder or file all papers relating to a particular subject . And outgoing and incoming letters are kept in this file cabinet .
Yes , ' One customer--one file ' is essential . And remember to update them timely .
And each file should be named clearly , either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals .
Correct .
A card index is very important in the filing system . It is a most helpful friend to a secretary , so it must be kept handy and up to date .
Yes , prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office .
Hi . I would like to get an internet plan for my house .
Of course . We have three different plans with different prices you can choose from . The first one is the cheapest but most basic plan which is thirty dollars a month . This is for broadband internet with a download speed of five hundred and twelve kbps .
I have no idea what kbps means . I just want to be able to get online , play games and chat with my friends . Oh , and watch movies online as well .
Well , this connection might be a bit too slow for your needs . I suggest you get the premium package for fifty dollars a month which includes a connection speed of two megabytes . That way you can play games online without any lag . This package also includes a wireless router and a personal firewall absolutely free !
Do I have to pay an installation fee ?
Lucky for you , this month we aren ' t charging our normal installation fee . You are saving yourself 100 bucks right there ! And we ' ll throw in this pen drive !
Awesome !
Fine , just fine . Thanks .
Doing anything for lunch ?
Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas .
Could you spell that please ?
Of course . C , Y , G , N , E , T .
Cygnet . OK , I've got that .
Thank you . Same to you .
Have you got any plans ?
I've been invited over to a friend ' s , and you ?
My roommate ' s having a party .
I go to the gym every day to keep fit .
Which sports do you participate in ?
I've been doing yoga for a long time .
Can you tell me something about yoga ?
Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy .
How do you feel when you practice yoga ?
Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot .
But it will help you keep fit .
Sure . But more importantly , I can have peace of mind .
Why did you ask that ? Do you want to buy the used goods ?
I'm considering buying a second-hand computer for I'm short of money now .
You know the car I'm driving , which is still in good condition though it is second-hand . And it only cost me 300 dollars . It was so cheap .
But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones ?
It depends . So you must be careful buying second-hand goods .
I am going to see a movie with a friend of mine . What about you ?
I don't know .
Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend ?
Do you know what movie you're going to watch ?
I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ?
None that I can think of .
Well , would you like to go ?
Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass .
All right . Another time then .
Unbelievable ! I remember her husband is her former classmate . They fell in love with each other in college .
So what ? Things have changed .
I expect to be paid according to my abilities .
How do you feel about an annual salary of 100,000 Yuan plus bonus .
That's a little less than I expected . But to me , the most important thing is the job and the people I will work with . Moreover , I am sure I will get a raise quickly depending on my background and experience .
That sounds very reasonable .
By the way , how long is my probation ?
Generally it is 6 months and during this period you are half-paid .
Thank you . See you .
Sure . Come on in .
To be honest , I haven't really done much research .
I would recommend that you at least glance through these brochures , just to make sure that you have selected the right policy for you . Take your time , Sir .
Thanks for your advice , after going through all of these materials I've decided not to go with my initial choice .
Of course , Sir . If I could have your details again and your ID , I'll check them and we can go on .
Yeah , I just got them . I started playing ice hockey in a community league . So , I finally got myself new skates .
What position do you play ?
I ' m a defender . It ' s a lot of fun . You don ' t have to be able to skate as fast on defense .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
What's the matter , sir ?
Have you been drinking ?
No , I haven't , sir .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow to the breathalyzer , please .
But sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse the blow , you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded .
OK , I will blow .
Your BAC exceeds legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle .
Oh , no !
We take very good care of this particular pump . It's a crucial part of our process . We clean it and flush it through at the end of every shift , We check the high pressure seals , recalibrate the gauges and lubricate all moving parts weekly . We replace the gaskets every month .
How do you decide how often these things need to be done ?
Well , from experience we can predict the lifespan of different components . We try to replace components before they fail or wear out . This prevents the equipment from breaking down . It also saves us a lot of trouble !
It's definitely your size .
Yes , it is very nice . I'll take it .
How do you prefer to pay ?
Let me use my credit card .
Now , if you'll just sign here .
No problem .
I hope you enjoy your purchase . Good-bye .
Thank you . Could you change it for a purple one ?
No problem .
Will it shrink when washed ?
Of course not , it is made of pure silk .
I needed some money , so I hocked it last week .
You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that .
I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday . Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195 . 00 . I hit the ceiling when I saw that .
It sounds like you weren't expecting that .
I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away .
Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some .
Thanks , but tomorrow's payday I can make until then . Thanks any-way .
We can inform the department in charge and ask for revocation of passport .
What else do you need to keep him in temporary custody ?
We need a detention warrant .
What about ?
I ' m not too clear on some things about my lease .
Is there a problem ?
How many years is my lease for ?
In three years your lease will be up .
Can I move out before those three years ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why would you keep it ?
I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract .
I get it now .
I hope that I cleared things up for you .
With pleasure , chap . But before I start , I need to know what you want a bike for ?
My purposes are two-fold . On the one hand , I've grown bored of commuting on suffocating buses every day and decided to ride to work . On the other hand , bicycling is a sport , and I intend to build up my body through constantly taking a ride over the weekends .
Cycling during weekends ? Do you me riding on the mountainous countryside just the neighboring towns ?
Does that make any difference ?
Can't be greater . If you ride on bumpy , hilly roads , a mountain bike is what you need . But if you just ride comfortably along the city lanes , you might choose a road bike .
Are they designed differently ?
A road bike features skinny tires and a light-weight frame . Its riding position puts you bent over the handlebars . It's not particularly beefy in construction , and generally , it won't stand up well under heavy loads or on really rough surfaces . In contrast , mountain bikes have wide tires and a stout frame . You sit higher on them and don't have to hunched over .
Thank you . What ' s the fare ?
$ 10 .
How can it be ?
Well , the rate is two dollars for the first two kilometers and twenty cents for each additional two hundred meters .
I see . Thanks for your drive .
There ' s some , but I don ' t think it ' s a big problem . A lot of it is petty crime , burglary and car theft . There ' s very little major crime .
It ' s the same in my city . We also have a lot of drug addicts . A lot of the crime is committed by drug addicts who need money for drugs .
That happens in many places . In my city , there is a very good drug rehabilitation program . The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes , but I don ' t know if that ' s the reason for our relatively low crime rate .
Some people believe that a tough approach is better . Other prefer a more lenient approach .
I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others .
That ' s possible , but I ' m not sure it would really happen like that .
I ' d stay over there , if I were in your shoes .
I know , but things are getting a bit out of hand and I just can ' t do nothing .
See your problem ? You get so restless when it ' s time to calm down .
You ' re right .
No , I'm scared of cats .
Oh , but why ?
I feel they're dirty .
A teacher .
But if I were you , I would be a singer . You've got such a beautiful voice .
I wouldn't like to be a singer , but I'd like to become a music teacher to teach children to sing , That dream developed in my mind when I was a child .
Are you sure about that ?
I'm quite sure . I've always loved working with children .
I started to date someone recently , but it didn't work out .
That's too bad . What happened ?
Well ... that's a long story .
She works as a teller in a bank .
Does she go to night school ?
Yes . She goes three times a week .
Why ? What does she want to be ?
She wants to be a manager .
What classes does she take ?
She takes classes in accounting and business .
Hello , Steven !
How are you doing ?
Not bad . What about you ?
I'm just a little tired .
Why ?
I have a lot of work to do in the company recently .
How is your family ?
Pretty fine , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ' s two o ' clock . I must go now .
OK , see you next time .
See you .
Here you are .
Are you Chinese ?
Yes , I am .
Where in China are you from ?
Fujisan Province .
There are a lot of people from China visiting right now .
It's not surprising . Our school year just ended , and a lot of Chinese are on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay ?
About half a month .
All right . Here's your passport . Welcome to Australia .
Thank you .
Emm ... yes . But I wasn't too impressed . I found her a little stuck up .
You are kidding , but she's so helpful .
Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
I still have no idea what to do now .
Don't act like this . Please have good thoughts in your mind . What's behind you ?
I could not agree with you more . But I feel worried about what to do next as soon as I begin to write my resume .
There is no need to do like this . We can surf the net and find some templates for resume .
Sounds good . I will do it in a jiffy . OK ! Let's put our heads together .
You said it . We can also find some helpful advice from some experts .
Terrific !
Thanks .
Where did you have it done ?
My sister did it . When did you get yours cut ?
Just yesterday . I'm still getting used to it .
Well , it looks very nice .
Thanks .
Yes . I am looking for a restaurant with a cheerful atmosphere .
Why not go the youth restaurant ? You will have a happy lunch there .
Well , thanks for your help .
Sure , what's up ?
I have no idea where my class is .
Tell me which building it's in .
My class is in the C building .
I know where the C building is .
Do you mind telling me where it is ?
Of course , which room number is it ?
Number 261 .
I actually have a class right around there .
Can you please show me ?
I can do that .
What ?
I said , I'm Ted , who are you ?
Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura .
Do you come here often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can't hear you , the music's too loud .
Let's go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that's why I'm here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That's good . It's good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don't mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I'll do it in a park .
My daughter . She is missing . I don ' t know where she is .
What dose she look like ?
She has blond hair and blue eyes .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
Yes , I'd like to have a look at the 2 - piece suit .
What size do you wear ?
Middle size
Then please look at this suit .
Does this suit come in other color ?
Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown .
How much is the brown one ?
US $ 138 .
Then I'll take it .
I think it's running late .
It should've been here 30 minutes ago .
It should be coming soon .
It better , because I'm already late for work .
I can't stand riding the bus .
Me too , it's so unreliable .
That is true .
It's also horrible having to be at a bus stop in any kind of weather .
Exactly . That ' s the worst part .
I think it's time we started driving .
Yes , I agree .
We have over sixty employees . We have about forty factory workers and technical people and the rest are admin and sales staff . We started off with only ten people , so our workforce has grown a lot .
What's your annual turnover ?
It was just over two million euros last year .
Oh , it runs every 20 mins . You must have missed it , when you came here . It should be here any minute now .
It seems that you have got here at a good time . Do you have a bus schedule ?
Yes , I do . You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map .
I see , thank you .
Well , I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother . Anyway , I have done all my work and it is about the time to leave .
Though our company doesn ' t have a return policy , limiting the personal use of internet , I don ' t think the boss will like us to do that .
Certainly , work always comes first .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
Don't count on it .
Do you have your ID with you ?
I may have left my ID in my car .
Well , I need your ID and $ 27 .
I'll go get it really quick .
Please hurry .
Here it is .
Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork .
I need to use a pen .
Here you go .
Thank you very much .
Thank you . Now turn in your application at Window B .
I would need to check on that . Where is the fundraiser ?
It will be at the beach by the pier .
What day will you need it for ?
We will only be needing it for Sunday .
Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it .
The only two drivers will be Mary and I .
If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ?
Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ?
OK , but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest .
No , I don ' t want to eat anything .
Why ? Don't you feel well ?
I ' m down in spirits .
What's up ?
My manager jumped on me for my mistake today .
You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing .
I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well .
You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done .
But I doubt myself .
Cheer up ! Don't let me down . We all make mistakes , and that is life .
Are you OK ? I didn't mean to put you in danger .
I'm the hazardous one here . I made three people fall over !
That takes talent ...
I'm so humiliated ! What's that man saying ? Everyone's laughing !
He said you obviously prefer Greek comedies to Greek tragedies .
It's near the Wall Street , a bit far from there . Why not get on the car
OK . Is there a Chinese restaurant ?
Of course . More than that , you have Italy pizza , English steak , kimchi and local specialties .
Woo , I can't help being there .
Thank you ! I am interested in your product . But I am not familiar with your corporation .
In fact , in the past we only attended local exhibitions .
No wonder .
Here is our brochure . It'll help you get acquainted with our products and company .
Thank you !
Wait a minute . I am really sorry but I can't find it now .
You must have left it somewhere .
Maybe , what shall I do now ?
Well , I think you should pay upon arrival .
Well , I think that's the only thing I can do .
Three . Two adults and one kid .
For buffet ?
Yes . How much do you charge for it ?
Thirty for each adult , twenty each kid .
I see . Where can I get the food ?
Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables . The hot dishes are on the other side .
Do I need to pay extra charges for drinks like cola and juice ?
Not for soft drinks . But we charge ten yuan for each alcohol order .
I'm sorry I'm late . I overslept . Is the manager here today ?
Yes he ' s in his office .
Oh , I hope he didn't notice me .
Don't take any chances . It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again . He's already mad at you for last 2 times . Any more and he might fire you .
You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ?
I think he might . You'd better go to his office .
You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic .
Good luck !
I would like to buy two exquisite watches for me and my girlfriend .
We have many pairs for couples . Look at this counter .
This pair is Rolex , right ?
You have a very good taste , this pair is the latest product .
What function does this watch have ?
Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun .
Sounds good .
In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof .
How long is the guarantee ?
We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty .
How much does the pair cost ?
2,200 $ .
It is a bit expensive . But it is worth buying one's favorite . I will take them .
No , thank you . I don't need any . You see , I'm on a diet .
oh , well , perhaps you'd like a cup of coffee or tea instead .
Yes , coffee , please .
Yes . I've received this Remittance Advice from the bank .
Could I take a look at it , please ? Let me just check these details ... right .
Mr CK Chen contacted me this morning and asked me to come in for the remittance .
I've got the details here . 10,000 RIB sent by Mr CK Chen from Guangzhou . Could I see some ID ? You passport , for example ?
Here you go . Can I deposit some into my account and take some in cash ? I need 1,000 RIB for my expenses , you see .
That's no problem . Could you please sign here ? Here's the 1,000 RIB in cash , your passport back , and the remaining balance has been deposited in your account .
Escrow involves a lot of paperwork , but I will explain all of the steps to you as we go along .
What should I have brought with me ?
The only thing I will need to see is your driver ' s license , as I will be notarizing these papers .
I feel a little overwhelmed by so many papers .
Don ' t worry about how many papers there are . We are going to look at them one at a time .
My boyfriend is an attorney and told me that I could fax him anything if I had a question .
Please get any outside help that you need in understanding your escrow documents .
Is this the last thing that I will need to do before the house becomes mine ?
At the close of escrow , the house will be yours !
No , thanks . My husband said , We'd like to pay now .
Let me show you to the cashier's . It's 905 yuan in total .
What ? Where does that five come from ?
Oh , it's a service charge .
But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ?
Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule .
My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ?
Yes .
Great . Here it is .
Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ?
Yes , please . Thank you very much .
It'll be great to have you again .
Thank you very much .
That's a good idea . I haven't been in a while and I need to get a new backpack . The old one is hanging on by a thread !
That reminds me I should buy some new socks to go hiking this weekend .
For what ?
The test tomorrow .
If you don't know it by now , you might as well not bother studying .
No , we have an easy-payment plan . One-third down , and the balance in six months .
Fine . Will you work out the details , please ?
Certainly . Would you sit here please ? I'll call our credit manager .
Thank you .
It's just a formality , but for hire purchase we usually require references .
What kind of references do you need ?
Perhaps your employer could supply us with one .
I'm sure he could , but I prefer not to bother him . Would my bank do ?
Certainly . A simple letter from your bank would be quite satisfactory .
Usually , you cannot prepare for these questions in advance and have to depend on your immediate performance .
Still , there are some rules to follow .
In this case , you should first keep calm and normal to the face .
Don't get nervous and freaked out .
Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation .
There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners .
Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
You should admit your weakness frankly .
Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best .
You must have confidence in yourself .
Well , we want to have the largest share . Our company is much larger than yours , and we have been in business longer .
Let's look at that another way . The major point is the value that we add , not who has been in business longer , or is bigger .
What are you thinking about ?
We do not want to place ourselves in an inferior position . We are a good , small company---that's why you are interested .
Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ?
If you take a 75 % position in the venture , we would take a back seat to you .
Before I answer that , I want to make sure that you know what I was looking for . Are you clear on what I was looking for ?
I never had a home inspection before .
I inspect the home for problems that might not be all that apparent in a quick walk-through .
I asked the owners , and they said that everything was great with the house .
The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future .
I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes .
I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems .
What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ?
I found some fairly major problems . A major support beam in the roof is broken , and the shower floor leaked and rotted out the second-floor joist .
Are you crazy ? The papers make everybody listless . I don't think you are the exception
I'm no exception , and that's why I spent a whole afternoon in the swimming pool .
I'd better exercise my body too . My limbs are rusty now .
Gatorade . It ' s rich in Vitamin and it gives us energy and vitality .
Yes , that ' s the exact thing we need . One for each .
What should we do , now with Jack out of the game ?
We should choose from the backups .
That ' s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match .
That ' s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle .
That ' s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played .
Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ' ll play inside , OK ?
I agree with you . I think we ' ll play much better than before .
Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic .
Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ?
Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ' m not the boss . Just kidding .
Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ?
Yeah , what ' s up ?
Don ' t you think she looks like your daughter ?
I also have a doubt . Oh , kill me softly , she is May .
Poor , fellow , what's the date today , buddy ?
It's ... oh it's the 1st April , April Fool's Day .
You forgot all of about it , didn't you ?
It is so terrible to be caught unaware .
Admittedly , you can get prepared in advance for the interview , but you cannot cover everything concerned .
Sure . So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply .
Firstly , your answer should go straight to the point , and be clear and brief .
State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details .
Never should you give an answer completely beside the point .
If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly .
Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule .
Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly .
Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can .
It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer .
You might send it as'Printed Matter ' .
I wonder if I could have it insured here ?
Of course . How much would you want to insure these books for ?
Let me see ... I think I can have them insured for five hundred dollars .
Five hundred dollars , so you pay ten dollars for the insurance , that's two percent of the total value of the article .
Here's a check for ten dollars .
No , it isn't .
Am I on right bus to Chicago ?
Oh , no . This is going in the opposite direction .
Oh , my God !
I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station .
I will . Thank you .
Have you heard of motor coaching ? It's one of the fastest-growing segments for the travel industry .
No , I've not heard of it . Tell me about it .
It's almost like going on an ocean cruise except that you go by land . Everything is planned for you from the moment you step on board a luxury coach .
Is it just a bus ?
Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need .
Wow ! That sounds like pure luxury .
Thank you . Good evening , Mr . Dean .
Would you tell us your name , please ?
I'm Helen Baker .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
I'm going to Beijing tomorrow . I'm packing my luggage .
What will you bring along when traveling ?
I will take some clothes to change and cleaning items .
Have you packed the camera yet ?
Yes . I've already put it in my suitcase .
Pack some necessary medicine in your carry-on .
I almost forget it . Thank you !
Not bad . There ' s a new English teacher .
Oh , what ' s she like ?
She is beautiful .
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
Well , you are behind in your rent ; it ' s a 30 - day notice to vacate .
You can ' t make me move just for being late with my rent .
You have been late with your rent several times now . I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself .
Are you throwing me out ?
This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ' t make good on your rent .
If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ?
You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter .
I will go get the money right now .
Thank you . Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier ' s check .
Let me see . Yes , here you are .
Will the trousers shrink when washed ?
No , they won't . They are shrink proof .
That's good . I will take it .
Yes . I'd like to make a collect call to Japan .
Your name , please ?
It's Helen Kent .
Who would you like to talk to ?
I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent .
Is that Mr . Edna Kent ?
That's right .
What number are you calling from , please ?
From code 513 , 432-6748 .
And the number in Japan , please ?
Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 .
Hold the line , please . I'll put your call through .
( beep ) This is Miriam Lavalle -- that's spelt L , A , V , A , L , L , E . It's about an appointment I made with Simon Meredith . I'm afraid I'm going to have to change it . Can you call me ? The number is 01563 566 770 . Thank you .
Hello . I've been told to come in and see someone about my L / C . I just had a message to come in and see someone called Kristy .
I'm Kristy . Can I help ?
I received a letter asking me to come in and see you . I'm Mr Simons from Dalton's Electrics .
Oh , yes . Hello Mr Simons . I have some information about your L / C amendment . The negotiating bank has just informed us that the 3rd party does not wish to accept the amendment .
Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ?
I'd recommend going back to the 3rd party , personally this time , and discussing what exactly it is they aren't happy with . Hopefully you can reach some sort of agreement , which is viable for everyone .
What did I do ? I haven't done anything .
You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs .
What do you mean ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
Oh yeah ?
It was one of the best times in my life . It was tough , but I made it . I became a college graduate .
How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
What did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
Sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
How could it be ?
While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
You didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
I like them very much . They are delicious .
Well , you can have all my carrots .
Daniel , hold on for a minute . What are you trying to pull there ?
Nothing . Just that I don't care for these carrots . Hi , sis . , I saw you buy some chocolate cakes . I am done with the main course . It's about time for some dessert .
Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak !
No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots .
Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you .
I know , but chocolate cake is even better .
Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now .
Well , actually , I don't mind eating carrots , but chocolate cakes are much better . You know I was born with a sweet tooth .
Oh , you are so nice . What a lovely scarf .
I hope you will like it .
Of course , I like it very much . Thank you .
Hello , I'm calling from Beijing . I'd like to reserve a double room with a bath from tonight on for five days , please .
A moment , please . I'll check our room availability for these days ... Yes , that's all right . What ' s your name please ?
John Smith . J-O-H-N S-M-I-T-H .
Oh , but I Just want to pick up a package . It won't take long .
I'm afraid you'll have to find a parking meter .
Can I park here just for a second ?
No , sir . I'm sorry you can't .
He asked me to beef up in the work .
Yeah . You look so unhappy recently . What ' s the matter .
Nothing , thanks . I am just not in the mood these days .
Of course , what do you need ?
I need a few things , I'll give you the list .
Is there something else you need that you can think of ?
Everything I need is on the list .
Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ?
Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ?
Is it ready to be picked up ?
I believe so .
No problem . I'll do that for you .
I really appreciate you doing this for me .
It's no problem at all .
Hold on there , Fittipaldi , first let ' s go over things one more time . Now before you even think of starting the car , make sure your seat is at a comfortable position and you can grip the steering wheel firmly . Next check your rear view mirrors to make sure you can see properly .
We have been through this a million times ! Let ' s get going already ! I ' m ready !
Fine , start the car . now gently step on the clutch and shift to 1st gear . Good , now accelerate gently and let go of the clutch as you do it . There we go , good !
I ' m doing it ! I ' m driving ! This is awesome ! Let ' s turn some music on !
Keep your eyes on the road ! No music ! We are coming up to a red light , step on the brakes . What are you doing ? I said the brakes ! Look out for those people ! Get off the sidewalk !
Get out of my way ! This is just like playing video games !
It ' s the police ! Pull over !
They ' ll never take me alive !
I feel itchy ! I can ' t stand it anymore ! I think I may be coming down with something . I feel lightheaded and weak .
Let me have a look . Whoa ! Get away from me !
What ' s wrong ?
I think you have chicken pox ! You are contagious ! Get away ! Don ' t breathe on me !
Maybe it ' s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ' t be sure until I see a doctor .
Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ' t get it when I was a kid and I ' Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult !
Are you serious ? You always blow things out of proportion . In any case , I think I ' ll go take an oatmeal bath .
How terrible !
But for the life , we'll be changed by this society .
I really don't want to go into the world , I feel afraid of it .
Don't be silly . We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves .
I know .
OK . But where is my favorite coffee ?
It's in that pan there . Your boy Dean broke the silex yesterday , so I have to boil it in the pan .
It tastes like crankcase oil , but delicious .
That's good . You can make breakfast yourself if you don't like it .
What is there besides coffee ?
I warmed a couple of snails , and your eggs are in the frying pan .
Oh , my God . It's nearly eight , I have no time to have breakfast now . My watch says seven fifty .
Don't worry . It's only ten to seven . You must have forgotten to set your watch back .
Yes , it was . The clock on the wall says eight to seven .
Yeah . Keep on eating your breakfast . You can catch the early bus .
Gee . I could have slept another hour .
I go occasionally when there's a game on near home , but usually I watch it on TV .
Can you recall the games ?
Sometimes . But I'll never forget the game in which our Chinese Women's Volleyball Team won the World Cup . It is the most thrilling and exciting game I have ever seen .
Hi .
Mr . : I'm Mr . Taylor , and I'm your counselor . I'm going to show you around the school .
OK .
Mr . : Right here is the cafeteria .
It's huge !
Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room .
There must be about 50 computers in here .
Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium .
Do I have to take gym ?
Mr . : Just like everyone else .
Have you made an appointment with this company ?
Not yet . Do I have to ?
Yes , it's very important to make an appointment before the interview .
Why ?
If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview .
Yes , you are right .
If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing .
Sure . Why didn't I think of that ?
So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview .
Then how can I make the appointment ?
You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview .
Ok , I see .
If you succeed in doing that , you must attend the interview on time .
Let me see it .
Who ' s the letter from ?
It ' s a letter from UCLA about my acceptance .
Read it !
UCLA accepted me !
Really ?
I ' m not joking . I got accepted !
I ' m so happy for you !
UCLA was my second choice , but I ' m happy knowing I ' Ve been accepted .
I am really proud of you .
You have no idea how proud I am of myself .
You can buy some of these nice butterflies .
No , I'm sorry . I don't think it is nice to have butterflies mounted in boxes . It is kind of disgusting .
What ? You feel sorry for the butterflies ?
Yes . I think they should just let them fly free , and not try to sell them to foreigners . It is a kind of destruction of nature .
Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population .
Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here .
How much are they ?
This one is 2300 dollars . Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ?
If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ?
Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this .
Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac .
Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it .
Let's go ask about it .
Right over there .
( Person A comes out of the dressing room ) How did you like the sweater ?
I loved it . I'll take it .
Great . I can ring you up over here . It comes to $ 87 . 04 .
Here you go ?
Do you have a credit card with us ?
No I don't .
If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today .
Not today . Thanks though .
No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know .
Sure .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ?
Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day .
Great . Thanks for your help .
Thank you , and have a great day .
I'm fine , thanks . And you ?
Very well , thanks . Nice to see you again . I haven't seen you for a long time . What have you been doing lately ?
Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ?
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
What's the cause ?
The mayor and high officials practice cronyism and a large number of guys who are good at nothing occupy many important positions .
I see why it lags behind other towns .
Working conditions are very relaxed . You may work whatever hours you want , provided you get your job done properly .
I like flexible hours .
Would you mind changing the position or working place you've applied for ?
No , I don't .
Yes , are there any planes to Paris ?
Hold on please , I will check for you . Flight GB152 takes off every day at 13
Yes , please . And I'll need an economy class open return .
OK . Don't forget to get your ticket three days ahead .
Yes . I'd like to .
thanks a lot .
Yeah . Look , other kids are coming this way .
But it doesn't look like a real bus stop .
That's because regular buses don't stop here .
How much is it going to cost ?
Nothing . It's free .
Is that yellow bus it ?
Let's go sit in the back . All the cool kids do .
Oh , come on . You ' Ve just started .
I wish I hadn't chosen this job .
Thank you very much for offering me this opportunity .
It has been pleasant talking with you .
I have enjoyed talking with you too . Thank you .
May I call you at your home about our final decision ?
Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon .
We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job .
Thank you for your interview .
Of course .
It's genuine , I bet .
It's made of genuine ivory , besides , it's of exquisite workmanship . The price is marked 200 yuan .
I'll take it .
What's the problem ?
There is a charge on here that I never made .
What charge was made ?
It was a charge for a $ 350 purse that I never bought .
You didn't make this purchase ?
I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large .
Sorry . When was this purse purchased ?
It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3
We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this .
In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ?
No . We'll take care of everything .
I thought you were supposed to put them in some kind of burner with a candle ...
You can do that , too . Both methods have a healing effect .
So what's your illness ... shopping fever , sale-itis ?
Ha-ha ... I'm just fatigued . And tomorrow is a big day .
What's tomorrow ?
More sales !
Of course not , we'd be happy if you could come . What time will you be able to come ?
How about seven o'clock ?
Fine . We ' ll be expecting you .
I'll accompany my wife to the hospital .
What's wrong with her .
She is expecting .
Congratulations to you .
Thank you .
Em , it's delicious !
Thank you ! My wife likes cooking very much .
You're lucky .
No , but this is an emergency ! Please !
Sorry , but you'll have to park in a normal space .
OK , OK , fine ! Just open the gate !
Be patient , miss . It'll just be a second .
Thank god ! A car's leaving . It's my turn !
It's the fourth one this year . Isn't it horrible .
Yes . We should plant more trees and grass to stop the sand from spreading .
It may take many years for the trees to grow . I hope people will stop cutting down trees .
But we need the wood .
But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood .
Me , too .
What will you up to this weekend ?
Nothing .
would you like to go to skating ? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday . It's great up there . Would you like to go with me ?
I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much .
Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ?
I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you .
Would you like to dancing tonight ?
I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart .
I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day .
How about the seaside ?
Anything you say , honey .
Are you busy on the 24th ?
24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time .
Ok .
it's very nice . I haven't heard live music in a while . This is fun .
well , then , may I invite you for the next dance ?
of course . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer ...
don't worry . I'm not much of a dancer myself .
you're dancing so well .
you dance beautifully too .
when did you learn to dance ?
in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ?
it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz .
how about tango ?
oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ?
Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot .
thank you for the dance .
my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink .
ok .
What for ?
I want to buy more books .
Oh , yeah ? Are you joking ?
Of course not ! I'm telling the truth .
Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already .
No . I immigrated here three years ago .
Have you been used to your new life ?
Yes , I love my new life .
Sure , what time will you like to depart ?
What time does the next train leave ?
Actually , one just left ten minutes ago . The next one is at two forty-five , debates at five thirty-five .
Ok , could you give me two tickets for that ?
Sure , that will be thirty-two dollars please .
The best we can do is $ 120 per case .
I'm afraid that's impossible . You can't expect us to reduce it to that extent .
I think you are well informed about the prevailing market . Some Spanish firms are offering the same at much lower prices .
Price can't be separated from quality . A comparison of the quality of our products with that of rival goods will show you that ours is far superior .
It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ?
Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes .
Take your time , please .
For what ?
I ' Ve got a business call that I really need to take .
All right . I ' ll call you back later .
Well , I go to the gym a lot . I am a member of a gym nearby .
Yeah , how often do you go ?
About three times a week if I can .
Not bad ! Do you do any other sports ?
Not really . I ' d really like to try golf , though .
Ah ? Really ? That stinks !
Haha . April Fool's ! Did you forget what day it is today ?
Wow , you were pulling my leg all along . I was really fooled .
Alright , now let's be serious . Actually , you get high marks in the exam .
Mr . Smith is not in his office . I am afraid he will not be back before 3 pm . Would you care to speak to Mr . Brown who takes all the calls in his absence ?
No . Thanks . Can I leave a message for Mr . Smith ?
OK , I'll tell him that you called .
Hello , welcome to Universal Bank . Please insert your card into the slot .
I know where to put my card ! Stupid machine , talking to me like I ' m an idiot ...
Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key . Thank you . Please select an option . Thank you . You have selected withdrawal .
Yeah , yeah , I know what I selected . Just give me my money !
Please type the amount you would like to withdraw . Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 .
No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No !
Confirmed . Thank you for using our bank ! Please remove your card from the slot . Goodbye !
I know , but I don't have a choice , my boss has complete control over our work schedules . I haven't made it out of the office before 9 PM a single day this week .
Well , I hope they're paying you the big bucks for all this work ...
No , not exactly , I'm working for minimum wage . And they don't give extra pay for overtime . Overtime is our own time .
What ? ! Isn't there a law against that , I think there is some legislation that requires employers to give their employees a fair rate of wages . You should know your rights ! If you are putting in so many hours , they should give you some kind of compensation .
They do give bonuses at the end of the year for the employees with highest productivity numbers , but frankly , it's not much of an incentive . They give us a bonus of ten dollars .
That's just wrong ! why don't you just quit ?
I would , but I'm afraid I would't be able to find another job . I don't have very many job marketable skills , there aren't so many jobs that I'm qualified for .
it sounds like any job will be better than the one you have now !
I have been a salesman .
Would you tell me the general description of your present job ?
I am in charge of the trading department .
What made you decide to change your job ?
I ' m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible .
Why do you leave your present company ?
I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ' s worthwhile to come here to work .
Why did you pick this organization ?
I'm very much interested in the position .
What made you decide to join our company ?
I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours .
It's the key for the safety deposit box .
Okay , thanks .
You're welcome , glad to be of assistance .
Yes , surely .
Do I have to pay extra charge for that ?
No , you don't . It is free of charge .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Certainly , would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you give me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure , I'll be back in a minute .
I'm worried , Tom . I haven't seen any other cars for almost an hour .
I know . This is terrible . What can we do ? This snow doesn't stop falling !
I told you we should have stayed in town today . The weather report said 100 percent chance of snow . Why did you want to come up here ?
I wanted to show you the cabin . We only had another half-hour to go .
Well , now we're stuck . What can we do ?
I don't know .
I've heard that when this happens , it's important to save energy .
What do you mean ?
We're stranded here , Tom . We may be here a long time . We need to conserve the gas in the car . The car's energy is what will keep us warm .
I have plenty of gas .
Yes , but the gas and the battery both have to stay working . We can't just let the car run and run . If we do , it will die soon . Then we'll freeze .
So what can we do ?
Turn the lights off . Then , run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour . That will conserve the heat as long as possible .
Alright . That's a good idea .
I wish we hadn't come up here . Now we'll probably be here for days .
Days ?
Yes , it happens . That is what happens in big snowstorms . People get stranded for days .
Oh , my God ! It's good we have food .
Probably we'll survive . But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes . Then we'll turn it on again .
Okay , I'll follow your advice .
Do you have any homework today ?
I'll do it later .
Go and do it now .
Can I have some cookies first , please ?
OK , sir . We will be there right now ... sir , your table is ready .
Thank you . Could we have the menu , please ?
Sure , here you are .
You bet , as long as I can collect enough money .
I can lend some to you .
Aren't you crazy ?
Please keep calm . I know the pain isn ' t what flesh and blood can stand . But be brave .
All right , doctor . But it really hurts .
No , I haven ' t . This is the first time I have been to China .
Have you travelled to many other countries ?
To be honest , I have never been to an Asian country before but I have visited many countries in Europe .
What about America ? Have you ever been to the United States ?
Actually , I haven ' t been to the states but I have been to Canada .
We work in teams . There are about four to six people in each team . I'm training to be a team leader . Each team member is responsible for the quality of the goods we produce . We are multi-skilled so we can rotate jobs . I like that . It stops the work getting boring .
Well , let me have a look . Will you sit down in this chair and open your mouth wide ?
I think one of the back ones at the top is giving me the most trouble .
Yes . This big one is badly decayed . I'm afraid it must be taken out .
Oh , I hate having teeth pulled out . Will it hurt ?
No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ?
Will it take long ?
No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ...
Is it out ?
Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look !
Well , really ! That was wonderful ! I felt no pain at all . Thank you , doctor .
Yes . When is the next train to New York City ?
Let me see ... the train to New York City ... here it is ... daily except Sunday at ten thirty , twelve twenty and fifteen ten .
Aren't there any trains before ten thirty ?
Sorry , not before ten thirty .
Then one to New York at ten thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
15 dollars . And for a hard one , only 6 dollars .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Oh , Thank you . I'm looking for the train station .
Right . Let me see . You go straight down here and turn right .
Right ? OK , got it .
Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ?
Next left then right ? OK .
But mum , we're watching this movie .
I don't care , it's school in the morning .
Just 10 more minutes .
No , he has mended his way . After his father died , he set his hand to the job of putting his business affairs in order .
Really ? He is so competent now .
You can ' t imagine what he is like now .
Hello . What time do you close , please ?
We close at 10:00 every day . And we open at 9:00 in the morning .
Oh . Ok . And are you open on the weekends ?
Same hours as on the weekdays .
Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ?
Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast .
Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks .
Thank you for calling .
Why don't you run outside ?
Are you kidding ? Do you know how cold it is today ?
Yeah , I suppose . I guess it isn't healthy to run in this weather .
No , it's not . Not at all . I'd probably freeze my lungs .
Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too .
You ?
Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together .
I didn't know you could exercise .
What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise !
Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth .
No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school . And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym .
You're going to lift weights ? Hah !
Are you laughing at me ?
I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights .
Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low .
It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish . That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter .
So I need to do something too .
But lifting weights isn't the best thing . You should do some kind of aerobic exercise .
I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting . Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ?
It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ...
What ?
I'm still just surprised you really want to do it . It doesn't seem to go with your character .
Hello . Is there anything I can do for you ?
Yes , please . I'd like to open a savings account . Would you please give me some advice ?
Certainly , I'll be very happy to help you . Usually we offer current or fixed accounts for individuals .
What's the difference between the two ?
If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher .
Then how about the current account ?
You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book .
Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account .
OK . Do you have your ID card on you ?
Yes .
Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
Yes , I would like to return these slacks .
Alright . Do you have your receipt ?
Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Madam , the manager says can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Madam . If you can find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Madam .
That's correct .
Well , say hello to him for me .
Don ' t dress like that . You ' ll make fool yourself . You look stupid in that robe .
What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
It's very nice . I like it very much .
Well , then , may I invite you for the first dance ?
My pleasure . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer , and I suppose you dance often .
Me ? Oh , no . In fact , I only took up dancing quite recently .
Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well .
I'm glad you say so . You dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got you as a partner .
Thank you for your compliments . It's just you are a good leader . Do you like the foxtrot and tango ?
Yes . And what dances do you like best ?
Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's hidden feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll nor break-dancing .
Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance .
My pleasure .
What happened ?
I ' m in the market for a job ! I went on a website with hundreds of job listings in the area and browsed through them until I got the names of a few employers I would like to work for . I have the resume I wrote for English class last month and a cover letter will be a piece of cake to write . I ' Ve even done my research and found the names of the managers so I can address the letters personally . And you know I can be charming in interviews . Goodbye my penniless days ! Hello salary and a career !
Ben , we ' re fifteen . What kind of job are you looking for ?
Oh , just for a position as a gas station attendant . You know , starting at a simple lowly job , just like all the greats before they made it big in the world .
Uh-huh .
But I ' m just in it for the money , right ? How else am I going to be able to afford to keep taking Angela to the movies ? Besides , I love the smell of gasoline , don ' t you ?
it ' s so sad . They had been together for only two months . Do you know what the matter was ?
Mary said Jack was cheating on her . Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown . One day , Mary saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
really ? I ' m very surprised . He doesn ' t look like a guy who ' d ever do that sort of thing , right ?
no , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
how so ?
he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
poor Mary ! She really liked him .
anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
do you think they ' ll get back together ?
no , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
so do I .
Ok , maybe we can order a soup and a salad from the restaurant down the street .
I was thinking of getting a hamburger , fries and a chocolate sundae .
You eat too much junk food . That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol .
Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind .
It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on .
How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs !
You are a lost cause .
Yes , I'll have a steak , please .
How would you like the steak , rare , medium , or well-done ?
Rare , please .
Would you like something to drink ?
Coffee , please .
Fine , thank you . How are you doing this morning ?
Not bad . How about you ? Haven't seen you for a long time .
Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
You are pretending !
No , Miss Anna , you must let me say how lovely you are ! What's wrong with that ?
It's wrong because---it isn't true .
You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are , don't you ?
Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again .
Oh , Miss Anna ! That's too hard ! I won't be here long .
No problem .
Mary , I'd like you to meet Richard , Our new executive in the marketing .
Nice to meet you , Austin .
Welcome to our department . I hope you'll like it here .
By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together .
Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me .
Thank you . It ' s very kind of you .
Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out .
Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work .
Thank you for your invitation . I'm free tonight .
Which kind of food do you like to eat , Chinese food , western food or seafood ?
I prefer seafood .
OK . I will pick you up at your hotel at 5:30 p . m .
That's fine . I'll be waiting for you .
See you later .
Bye .
Yes , certainly . I'll be back in a minute . Here you are .
Thanks . Let me see . I think there's a mistake on the bill here . Would you mind checking , please ?
Of course not . Let me check . Oh , you seem to be correct .
How about taxes service charge ?
Only ten percent of taxes included in the bill .
Then 100 US dollars covers everything , doesn't it ?
It sure does .
Fine with me . I just want to get this over with . It ' s important we make a clean break . I should have signed a pre-nup .
What was that ?
Nothing ! Anyway , you ' re right , there ' s no reason this has to be nasty . My lawyer tells me you ' Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement - I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ' s done ... finally .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Really ? He deserves it ! They should teach him a good lesson .
But the word is his brother would go bail for him . Last time it ' s his father who went bail for him .
Then he is really lucky .
I am on my way out to a New Year ' s banquet . How do I look ? Is my make-up OK ?
You look great . Your make-up is perfect .
Do you think I should wear a different dress ?
No , the one you have on looks fabulous , especially with your hair like that .
Thanks for saying . Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ?
With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect .
Thanks for helping out . Now that I ' m ready , what are you doing tonight ?
Not much , just a house party with some friends .
Sounds fun . Anyone I know ?
Yeah , most of the people are from our office .
Sounds Like I'm missing out on a good time . Oh , well , there is always next year .
I ' m sure you ' ll have fun no matter where you go . Remember to take your bag .
I usually go to the supermarket , near the station .
How do you find the prices there ?
I think they are quite reasonable , and the vegetables are very fresh .
I see you have bought some coffee . Would you mind telling me how much you paid for it ?
Only 2 dollars and 25 cents .
I ' m afraid I ' m already booked up for next Sunday . But thank you just the same .
That ' s a pity . We can arrange another time hopefully .
I like orange better .
Why ?
Because orange is much more to my taste .
Are you angry , Lisa ?
Angry ? Why would I be ?
Please don't tell my mom .
Come on . Dating is a part of young people's social life . Besides , you're sixteen already .
I'm glad that you see it that way .
Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you .
Thank you so much , Lisa !
Well , turn left at the first corner after the crossroad . It's near the corner . You can't miss it .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure !
No , I ' m not sure . I think about 65 mph , right ?
You ' re not sure ? You were going at 90 miles per hour ! That ' s 25 mph over the legal speed limit ! Have you been drinking ?
No , Officer , not at all .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn ' t paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That ' s definitely true . I ' m going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Thank you . Nice to meet you too . I'm John . Is this your first time to take a long-distance trip on plane ?
No , this is the second time . But I also feel bad because of the lower pressure and the jet lag .
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them .
Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ?
I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk .
Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends .
Oh , I'm eager to have a try .
Yeah , yeah , yeah . Hi , Mary . How are you ?
I'm filthy rich ! Haven't you heard about the MicroPower deal ?
Yeah , I guess I did . They're going to buy invoking ?
That's right . For seventy-five million . So how are you ?
I'm getting by OK . I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new invoking Internet division .
Good morning Mr . Li
It ' s a beautiful morning isn ' t it ?
Oh . It ' s a nice day indeed
I hope it won ' t be too hot , I can ' t stand the heat
Really . For me too .
Thanks , Carla . That's quite a compliment coming from you . You always dress so tastefully .
Well , that dress certainly shows your good taste . It must have cost a lot .
No , not much . I got it on sale at the mall - 60 % off .
Really ? You're an amazing bargain hunter ! Next time there's a sale , promise you'll let me tag along with you .
It's a promise .
I'm off today .
I'm glad you came . I hope you enjoyed it .
I had a wonderful time .
No , I'm not .
What are you going to do ? Are you going to work late ?
No , I'm not . I'm going to look for an apartment .
An apartment ? Why ?
I'm going to try to find a place near the office .
Where are you living now ?
Out in the suburbs . It ' s a long trip to work every day .
How are you going to find an apartment ?
I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads .
Apartments in the city are expensive .
I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management .
Hi . I need some help with these documents under L / C .
Of course . Is there a problem with them ?
Yes . My Manager sent me in , there's a problem with the shipping time . It's been delayed quite significantly and my manager is unwilling to accept it .
You will need to return the documents . That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now .
Thank you . I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out !
Do you have an appointment ?
No , I don't . You look pretty busy today . Do you have an opening for me ?
Yes , we do . I can cut your hair right now if you like . Do you need a shampoo too , or just a haircut ?
Just a haircut . I washed my hair this morning .
Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it . Please step over there . How would you like your hair cut today ?
Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long . But I want the same style .
I recommend you leave it a little long on top . But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now .
Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation .
So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ?
Fine .
And do you usually part your hair along here ?
Yes .
Alright , I know just what to do . Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends .
Yes , I know my hair is quite thin . It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair .
The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy .
I don't know what to do about it .
Well , there are two things you can do . First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally . That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends . Second , buy a g
Do you sell conditioner here ?
Of course . I have one I can suggest .
Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak .
The problem is the split ends .
Sure . Do you want an acoustic one or an electric one ?
An acoustic one .
Are you looking to get a steel-string or a classical ?
What ' s the difference ?
Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ' s . It ' s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords .
I ' m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar .
In that case , I ' d suggest a steel-string guitar . The best one we have is the Ovation .
This one ' s a little too expensive for me . I ' d prefer something cheaper for now . When I ' Ve learned to play , I might get a better one .
In that case , how about this one ? It ' s inexpensive but it ' s still well made and easy to play .
Hmm . All right , I ' ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well .
You should also get a couple of guitar picks .
Oh , right . Thanks for your help .
Don ' t mention it .
Oh , yes . Beautiful .
You are not English , are you ?
No , I am from France .
Hello , this is Smith from 1308 , can you add something to my room ?
No problem , what would you need , Mr . Smith ?
2 towels and l Turkish towel , please ?
OK , I will send them to you soon .
Thank you .
Anything else , Mr . Smith ?
No more , thank you very much .
Yes , and would you like to have seats in the front or at the back ?
In the front , please .
That's 35 yuan each .
Thank you . And what's on tomorrow ?
Tarzan .
Can we get tickets now ?
I am afraid not . Tomorrow is premiere .
We can pig out on potato chips and cookies . They are very cheap .
He has no sense .
If I were him , I wouldn't brazen it out by asking my parents for money .
But Joe won't you .
Are you sick ?
I feel dizzy .
Let me take your temperature .
Mom , I don't want to go to see a doctor .
Oh , honey , I think you've caught a cold , you should get a shot .
We've got a beautiful two - double room with a bath an shower .
If you want to speed up your system , you ' Ve got to clean it up first .
How ?
You need to free your disk space . The simplest way is to use a Disk-Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and in store programs that you no longer use . Things should be fine next time you start . You also need to control what starts up . There is a program calls Start-up Delayer , It can help to set after how much time programs should be loaded after Windows boosts . For example , you can choose to set your Fox Mail program to load 30 seconds after Windows starts up .
Very useful advice , I will try them right now .
Hello , I would like to make a reservation for four nights next week , from Tuesday to Friday .
All right , single or double room ?
Single room with a bath room , please . I would like a room with a view of the whole city .
All right . We have a single room available right now .
What's the rate , please ?
578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV .
Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ?
Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not .
OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ?
Would you like to confirm the reservation ?
Are there many accidents in the city every day ?
Not really , but they are on the rise .
Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first .
Hi . I want to place an order , please .
For pick - up or delivery ?
Pick - up .
What would you like to order ?
I have a menu from your restaurant . I ' ll order using the number of each meal from your menu .
That ' s fine .
I ' d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 .
What size ?
Medium , please .
When will you come to pick up your order ?
I ' ll be there in about an hour .
That will be fine . We ' ll have your meals ready when you arrive . Thank you for your order .
Oh really ? Is he all right ?
Not so good , though his nephew took him to hospital in time .
Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry .
Wow . It's just the two of us . I don't know if we need that much room .
You never know when two might turn into three .
I guess you're right . And we'd like to have company anyway .
Exactly , which is why a three-bedroom is better . And look , there are two bathrooms .
Now that's a plus !
Thank you .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes , I do .
May I have your name , please ?
Yes , it's Mr . Brown .
Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ?
Oh , this is just fine .
Please take a seat .
Thank you .
Here is the menu .
Yes . We just had a basketball match with Class Two .
Who won ?
They did .
What was the score ?
Seventy to sixty-seven .
It does seem like the perfect day ! I ' m glad we chose to get out of the city and enjoy the nice weather ! This looks like the perfect spot ! Ok kids , put on your sunscreen while your mom and I set up ca
There we go . Can you help me with the umbrella ? Perfect .
Ok kids , here ' sa beach ball and a Frisbee , a pail and a shovel . I want to see an impressive sandcastle by the time we leave . Don ' t stray too far . Wait ! Leave your sandals here or put on your wet shoes
And stay in the shallow area . I don ' t want to see you go any farther than that sandbar ! It ' s too deep out there and we didn ' t bring your floatier .
You ' re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ' ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ' ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some
What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you !
Ah ! Not on me ! Ow !
I'd like extra prints made of these photos .
Do you have your negatives ?
Yes . Here they are . I've marked how many prints I want on each shot .
What size do you want the prints ?
Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one .
Okay , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
Right . The people in your math class might not be the people you have science with .
So , you sent out invitations to your whole graduating class ?
Yep . And the date is set for homecoming night .
I thought homecoming was a high school dance .
It's a football game the school team plays at home . The dance and reunions are usually that night , too .
Sure , Sherry . Sorry to have kept you waiting . If you hadn ' t told me , I probably would have just forgotten all about them .
That ' s my job , sir . Just one more signature here , please .
There you are .
Do you think so ? I don ' t like girls who look like that . I like girls who are not too slim . If you like her , go and talk to her .
I ' d like to , but there ' s her boyfriend . He ' s very broad-shouldered .
He ' s huge ! He must go to the gym to have a well-built body like that .
Do you prefer tall girls or short ones ?
I don ' t mind , but I like girls with long hair .
We have different tastes . I like girls with short hair . I like tall girls-probably because I ' m so tall myself .
Have you ever dated a girl taller than you ?
No , never . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever met a girl taller than me ! Have you gained weight recently ?
Yes , I have . Perhaps I should go to the gym , like that girl ' s boyfriend .
I'm getting a bit plump myself . Perhaps I ' ll go with you .
The work is rather hard , but it's interesting .
What do you do ?
I work in a publishing house . How about you ?
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
Well , there are several things . Of course , you must do everything you can to keep costs down and revenues high .
So , do you think workers should be paid as little as possible ?
No . if you do that , the workers won ' t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . They think that is must be poor quality if it ' s that cheap .
Do you know how many you need ?
I think I can get by with 2,000 .
We can get started as soon as you fill out this form .
I hope you can make the new cards just like my old cards .
You won't be able to tell the difference with a magnifying glass .
... Okay , I'm through . Here's the form and my old card .
Very good . You can pick up your order in one week .
Now that I think of it , three days is better than seven .
We can do that , but you'll have to pay a little extra .
Most normal little girls go wild over Barbie dolls .
That sounds good . Let me see one .
Here's the latest model -- Digital Barbie .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
Of course , this is my first time here . My Mom has a membership here . Here is the card .
Okay then . You are the younger customer here ever .
It's not so wise that you do not explore the children's market .
It's the marketing's fault , I suppose . What do you want to do ?
Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ?
That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up .
I am still young . And I'm growing every minute .
Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope .
I love running . Anything else ?
Please change your clothes first !
I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me .
Sorry , but no jeans here .
Oh , that's the only place where jeans are not popular . I'd better just go home .
I was not born yesterday .
Our place is spotlessly clean , compared with others .
Have you even tried to clean it once since you moved in at the beginning of the semester ?
In fact , I just swept the floor three days ago .
I think we need to restart the dormitory sanitation inspection system .
I bet nobody will care about it .
How can I ? They're as alike as two peas in a pod .
Don't you notice that Bob has a mole on his face , but Tom does not .
You really have keen eyes .
So the reform cannot be carried out well .
Government is making efforts to change situation .
Easier said than done .
I want to work in the banking industry . I ' Ve always been interesting in working for an international invest bank . I ' d like to help people invest their money .
That ' s a job that pays well . If you ' re lucky , you might have opportunities to travel as well . Have you applied to any banks yet ? Our course will end soon .
Yes . I ' Ve sent letters to several banks . A few have invited me for interviews after we take our examinations .
Well done ! I haven ' t sent off any job applications yet .
Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ?
I ' d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field .
Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well .
That ' s great idea . Do you have the email address of human resource managers at any banks ?
It's beautiful . Enjoy it while it lasts . It's supposed to get cold tomorrow .
What's the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
It's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain .
That doesn't sound pretty .
Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
Well , I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends .
You might want to change your plans . With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow , the roads are going to be rather slippery .
I suppose I should . I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions . Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon .
If you're lucky , it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day !
If that happens , then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies .
That sounds like fun .
Hey , look outside ! It's started to drizzle !
English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought .
I haven't finished it . It is very difficult .
You should hand it in before next Sunday .
Oh , I know . I will try my best .
I believe you can do a good job .
It is worth 100 yuan and your bill comes to 230 yuan . The difference is 130 , please .
Here it is .
Thank you , sir . Could you sign the voucher here , please ?
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Hope to see you again soon .
Well , you can just see the sea . Between the factory chimneys .
Isn't it awful ? I can't bear to look at it . I don't think I can stand this place for two weeks .
Well , it can't be helped . We'll just have to put up with it .
Really , who started the argument ?
He did and it's his entire fault .
Did you know it takes two to tango ?
Hold on ! I can't afford to pay for both .
Don't worry . I've got money . It's my treat .
Gee , that's really nice of you .
Me too .
We should do this more often .
Okay , I'll give you a ring next week .
I like word games .
How about a game of bridge ?
I don't like it at all .
What about guessing games ?
I'm not one for the games .
Let's play other game .
What about playing go ?
OK .
No . Someone had stolen a march on me and bought it .
What about the car over there ?
It is marvelous , and the price is marvelous , as well .
It's as plain as the nose on your face . They're dating each other .
You're pulling my leg ! She must be thirty years younger than Leo . Talk about robbing the cradle !
Well , you can bet this relationship's going to be a flash in the pan .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn't have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
How about this floor lamp ?
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
Huh ?
I said Merry Christmas ! Don't you know that Christmas is almost here ?
It is ? Oh , that's nice .
Huh ? Didn't you know ? Aren't you excited ?
Actually , I'd forgotten about it .
Forgotten about it ? How could you ?
Because I'm not Christian , I'm Jewish .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I'm Christian .
I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ?
Well , I'll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that's not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I'll just enjoy the holiday break .
Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ?
Not at all . A party is a party . I'll be happy to come .
All right , sir . When are we supposed to be there ?
I'd like to go around the city , if you don't mind .
How old is your friend and why doesn't he know how to read ?
He's 78 and he's a new emigrant from South America and he's never been to school .
Does he even know how to speak English ?
No . But I thought that you could start with reading and then go from there .
That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me .
Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable !
Oh , all right . Have him come over here for dinner . But you get to make dinner !
Oh I forgot ! I'll run home real quickly and bring you the money .
You don't have to go right away .
I'd hate for you to think I was lazy in returning your money .
Your prescription will be ready in twenty minutes .
Do you ever deliver prescriptions by mail ?
Yes , in fact , you can renew this prescription over the Internet and have it delivered to your home .
How should I take this medication ?
You should take it twice a day .
Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ?
You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ' t drink alcohol with this medication .
Should I expect any side effects ?
Sometimes you might feel dizzy , but that isn ' t common .
I need to have some money transferred from the UK , from my company . It's kind of an emergency .
That shouldn't be a problem , Madam . I'm sure we can sort this out for you quickly .
That would be wonderful . The problem is I don't have an account with you . That is a problem , isn't it ?
Well , to be honest , it will slow things down a little . But it's not a big problem . You can do it by T / T .
T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ?
It means ' telegraphic transfer ' . So , if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere , to anywhere in the world .
I'm glad that you can make it .
It looks like there are a lot of people inside .
Yeah . I've invited a lot of friends besides you .
Should I take my shoes off ?
We all keep our shoes on indoors .
Where are your parents ?
They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves .
That's great !
Thursday .
So the weekend is coming ! How about seeing a film !
I'd love to .
Thank you for saying so . I don ' t know , probably because I like sharing my experience and knowledge with them . I think this kind of communication helps to improve our work efficiency and also helps to get along with colleagues .
Sharing knowledge can be very settled and some second stances . People may think you are telling them how to do their work . If they take it personally , they feel angry at you and even become reluctant to support you at work .
That is true . Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way . For example , it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people . To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off .
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Yes , I'm going to Europe on business and I need to purchase some Traveller's Cheques .
That's no problem . Which currency would you like to buy ?
I think Euros will be the best , as I'll only be in Mainland Europe .
Of course . Do you have your passport with you ? How much would you like to purchase ?
5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks .
Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ?
That would be perfect , thank you .
It was terrific . I really enjoyed it .
Great . How long were you away ?
I was there for about three weeks .
That's a long time ! Was the weather OK ?
Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago .
So , what was the best thing about your trip ?
Oh , that's difficult to say . But I guess I liked Nashville the best .
I agree .
Fine , but before you agree , don't you need to know what you're agreeing to ?
I guess you're right . But like you said , you called me here to check me out . I've been doing the same .
Ha , ha , ha ! That's fair . How did I do ?
Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together .
Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ?
Shoot !
Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company . As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ?
I don't see a problem .
Good ! Do you have any questions ?
I like taking photos .
Really ?
Yes , look at the photos I took .
They are beautiful . You did a good job .
Thank you for saying so .
As a matter of fact , you are really a terrific photographer .
I hope that world leaders can get together and agree on a plan for action , but I doubt it ' ll happen before it ' s too late .
We need to solve the problem of air pollution before we destroy the atmosphere . There ' s lots of clean , modern technology , but companies in developed countries say it ' s expensive . Developing countries put more emphasis on economic development than on environment protection .
Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ' s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ' re not thinking about the long-term damage to the forests . We should also remember that the forests are an important natural habitat for thousands of species of animal and plant life .
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow enough food .
It also means that people sometimes fight over the famp 3land that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
They will be ready in about half an hour . Do you need anything else ?
Yes , I'd like five croissants , too .
It's going to be 3 dollars 40 cents .
Well , the state will benefit a lot , I suppose .
But what do most people think about it ?
Ah , it ' s hard to say .
I am sorry , sir , there are still 5 minutes remaining ... OK , it's time . We will take a roll call before starting the fantasy sightseeing .
Finally . How long does the tour last ?
For about 3 hours . Enjoy your trip .
With pleasure .
You dance well . Do you breakdance ?
Me , what brought that on ?
There's a story about breakdancing in the paper .
What does it say ?
According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style .
Like disco ?
Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance .
And disco a kind of nightclub .
Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ...
So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it . And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether .
You are witty .
It is just too much . Don ' t you feel it is an exaggerating style to decorate offices in that way ?
Not at all ! I like the design so much . The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept .
Wow , I doubt that .
It's nothing . It's not the first time anyway .
Oh , come on . I will be back as early as possible .
I hope so .
What ? What did you buy ?
It's a brick ! I can't believe how stupid I was . Damn it !
What is it ? Why did you buy a brick ?
There was a guy on the sidewalk . He had three new boxes , Panasonic video camera boxes . He said he had to get rid of them quick .
And ?
So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks .
And it's a brick ?
Yes .
I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ?
I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store . If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new .
So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic .
Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products . Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new .
But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ?
He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen .
Aha ! Now I understand . You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk . So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated !
C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it . We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box .
That's no problem . He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy . And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from . Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around . So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you . Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks .
You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ?
Sure . It ' s on basement level one . Turn right when you get off the elevator .
Great ! Thanks a lot !
No problem , John .
I wonder if you can help me .
I'll be happy to try .
Please wake me up at seven tomorrow morning .
May I have your name and room number , please ?
Mr . Lee in Room 1234 .
The work is rather hard , but it's interesting .
What do you do ?
I work in a publishing house . How about you ?
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
Oh , tell him I ' ll leave them at his office tomorrow afternoon .
He was hoping that you could drop them off this afternoon .
I ' m afraid that I can ' t do that . They ' re at the printer ' s being copied . They ' ll be back tomorrow before 1 o ' clock .
Well , your insurance covers sufficient money to replace it . So you don ' t need to worry .
I don ' t think I could afford that kind of car again . I think I ' ll have to choose something that is not as hard to replace .
Since you are not the one who caused the accident , your insurance cost should be the same .
What will happen if I chose a smaller car ? Would the payments be the same ?
If you got a smaller car , the cost should be a little less depending on the model , age , and size . Would you still want full coverage ?
Yes .
It would be good if you could get them to me by Thursday afternoon , Ms . Barkley .
That shouldn ' t be a problem . What is the exact address , again ?
7880 Crofton Avenue , Building 40A , Room 304 .
I need help finding a new refrigerator .
Do you see anything that you like ?
That Kenmore looks nice .
That is a wonderful choice .
What makes is so great ?
It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances .
What appliances are you talking about ?
The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser .
May I take a look inside ?
Take a look inside .
It's very nice . I'd like to purchase this refrigerator .
I feel like something good to eat .
How about going to Joe's Restaurant .
Hey , that sounds a good idea .
Yeah . That's just what is troubling John .
Poor John ! He is bettering bother sides of this bread .
This situation isn't easy to handle .
I ' m making a bookcase . Give me that hammer please , Dan .
Which hammer . This one ?
No , not that one . The big one .
Here you are .
Thanks , Dan .
What are you going to do now , George ?
I ' m going to paint it .
What colour are you going to paint it ?
I ' m going to paint it pink .
Pink !
This bookcase isn ' t for me . It ' s for my daughter , Susan . Pink ' s her favorite colour .
Good afternoon , I want to pick up a new shaver since the old one has retired .
Which brand are you interested in ?
I'm still not sure . The type with top quality , I guess . Well , which one do you recommend ?
Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones ?
It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK .
How about Flymo ? It's selling well .
Do you have a warranty on it ?
Of course . The warranty period is one year .
If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ?
Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you .
OK . I'll take one .
The choice of destination is very important . It will too energetic for the old people if you make an excursion or go to climb mountains . But they'll be interested in going to the historical places of interest where they can have fun .
Sometimes what young people like is different from the old . Maybe we can go visit first and then do some shopping .
That's a good idea . That will allow both you and your parents to enjoy yourselves .
What should we bring besides a change of clothes , money and some snacks ?
It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure .
Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that . Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ?
You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired .
It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy .
Yes , that's right . Having an enjoyable time together is the goal .
Is This where I pay the airport tax ?
Yes , sir . Just as the sign says . How many ?
I'm sorry , but I've never done this before . How many what ?
How many people are you paying the tax for ?
My wife and me . The two of us .
100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan .
Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan .
Here are your two receipts .
Thanks . What shall I do then ?
Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you .
Oh , I guess I'm a little confused .
We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip .
Thanks a lot .
Who ?
Julia Roberts .
Yeah , she is so charming . I like her , too .
It's said that her new movie is going to come out .
What's the movie about ?
I'm not sure .
Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ?
I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities .
Yeah , she is great . I also admire her for her concern about society .
It ' s big and exciting but noisy .
What can I see in Beijing ?
You can see the Forbidden City .
What ' s it like ?
It ' s beautiful but crowded .
You ' re in America now , my British friend . We just call it football .
Oh , right . So , I can ' t quite follow what ' s going on ... who ' s winning ?
The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked , but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone .
Wow ! What a hit !
Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off .
Is he ok ?
It looks like it , he ' s getting up .
I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team .
The Giants ?
Yeah .
Well , here we go again .
What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ?
The Redskin ' s quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points . We ' re losing again .
But it's so thin . There's no way that it comes with a CD-ROM .
Oh , yes , it does . Look , here it says that the CD-ROM is built-in !
What other features are listed ?
It says that it comes in teal and tangerine .
Totally cool colors !
And it says that it sleeps .
I do a forty-hour week . I ' m on flexi-time . I usually start work at 8 a . m . and finish at 4
And how many weeks holiday do you get a year ?
Four - plus public holidays . I usually take two weeks off in the summer and the rest at New Year .
Do you do overtime ?
Yes , if we're busy . I'm paid double-time if I work at weekends .
I would like you to be my lawyer .
What can I do for you ?
I ' m going on trial .
What is your trial about ?
It ' s a felony charge .
I ' d be glad to help .
How much do you charge ?
My rate is $ 150 an hour .
That ' s highway robbery .
I don ' t know what to tell you .
Okay . You ' re hired .
Thanks . Try not to work too hard while I ' m away !
Yeah , I ' ll try not to ! See you after Christmas .
Okay-bye ! Have a nice Christmas .
Well ... I'm pretty busy . but ... all right . come in . What can I do for you ?
Do you mind if I sit down ?
Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff . and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
I'm planning a trip to Europe .
Have you decided which city you want to go ?
Well , what's the price of this route ?
That's $ 400 and we will visit 4 cities .
I don't think we can .
Then when is the earliest we can expect shipment ?
By the middle of October , I think .
That's too late . You see , November is the season for this commodity in our market , and our Customs formalities are rather complicated .
I understand .
Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season .
But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter .
Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out .
I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery .
That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration .
You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands .
But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us .
All right . We'll get in touch with our producers and see what they have to say .
Yes ?
I'm in a hurry . How long will it take ?
About half an hour , if there's no traffic jam .
Do you think the traffic will be heavy ?
I doubt it . It's not rush hour .
That's a relief .
Hi , Lucy , are you free to talk ?
Not really , I ' m in a meeting . Can I call you back in ... say ... 15 minutes ?
Sure , speak to you later . It isn ' t urgent . Maybe it is easier if I send you an e-mail .
Ok , I ' ll look out for it . Sorry , I can ' t talk now .
my friend and her fiance had a really good idea . They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook . The picture are of things they want . People sign their name b
that ' s clever ! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there ' s no chance of two people buying the same gift . What things were in the notebook ?
most of the things were household appliance . You know , everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker . I think it ' s an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help
so , what did you get them ?
I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems .
what ' s wrong with is ?
she says that after several years of use , it ' s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise .
household appliance don ' t seem to last for a long time nowadays .
I think it ' s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models . Because they know that we will buy the new models , the appliances don ' t need to last more than five or ten year
I'm not surprised . You eat too much .
And I suppose sitting at a desk all day at the office doesn't help .
Yes , I think so .
I do wish I could lose weight
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should exercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class ?
Yes , maybe I should .
Just a moment , I'm coming . ( ten minutes later ) . Now , what would you like ?
I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ?
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Sure , I'm looking forward to it .
What about your parents ?
I'll get used to not seeing my parents .
I'm sorry but we are fully booked .
Well , how about 4th ?
That's fine , but we have only a single room , is that OK ?
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
They think you are just a child .
But the child has his own feeling .
Maybe you are right . Well , you can talk with them .
Which credit card was the bill for ?
The bill was for my Master Card .
That bill should have been mailed about two weeks ago .
It never came in the mail .
My computer shows that it has already been mailed .
I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ?
You should try contacting your post office .
If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ?
You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension .
Thank you for all your help .
You are very welcome . Have a good day .
I can ' t find the book I want .
Why don ' t you try looking at the database ?
I checked it already .
Do we have it available ?
It wasn ' t there .
I guess it is lost .
Will you be getting another copy ?
Yes , we will .
Could you reserve a copy for me ?
I can do that .
That ' s great . Thanks a lot .
Oh , Tom ! I thought you were in Paris .
Just got back . Good to see you !
Good to see you too !
Yes , sing a song . But don ' t sing a sad song .
Most of my songs are sad , sorry .
Well , please sing one that ' s not sad .
OK , I ' ll sing San Francisco then .
Hello , I am Amy .
What brings you here ?
I saw that your Corollas are on sale .
Yes , it is really a good deal . $ 1,000 discount . I've never seen a sale as good as this one .
Tell me about Corollas .
Sure . It has 1 . 8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16 . 000 .
Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ?
You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere .
I am serious . $ 15,000 .
Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do .
No . Just talk to your manager and let me know .
Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 .
The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats .
You are really tough . You got a deal .
Thanks !
Sorry , madam . I afraid you have a wrong number . we don't have Mr Over here .
I want 6420422 3 , is that right ?
No , you give a wrong number .
oh , I'm sorry to bother you .
That's all right .
Sure . I've got a copy here . It's due for renewal at the end of next month . We've still got time to look for another supplier if you're not happy .
Okay , let me take a look .
The CD player is a three-disk player . Here , we'll put a disk in so you can check out the sound . ( He puts a CD into the CD player . )
Sounds pretty good . I see the equalizer has a good selection of settings .
You can also play Ccds on it if you hook it up to your TV .
Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help .
No problem . Hope to see you again soon .
No problem . Who is it ? Anyone I know ?
I don't think so . Do you remember Bob Gain from Tulsa ?
That name doesn't ring a bell . But tell me more .
He was on the diving team with me in high school and saved my life one day .
Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake .
You're glad he saved me , huh ?
Absolutely ! Bob and his whole family are welcome here any time !
Good morning , Ms . Wilson . I've got a lot to learn from you . I think I'll enjoy working with you .
I hope so . Now let me tell you your duties here . This is your desk . Please sit down .
Thank you .
Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted .
I see . What if the person wanted is out ?
In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message .
Is there anything else I should do ?
Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order .
All right .
If you have any questions . I will help you .
Thank you .
My father failed in business .
Oh , that's really tough .
Maybe it is the most difficult period of my family have experienced .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
Certainly .
When did you start it ?
Several years ago .
Yes . After my graduation from university , I worked as a Customer Service Coordinator in a foreign representative office , and then I transferred to a joint venture as a Market Development Manager . So I am familiar with the market in China .
What have you learned from the jobs you have had ?
I learned to be patient when dealing with customers complaints and try my best to solve them . In addition , I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues .
Does your current employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me .
What is your impression of your present company ?
Very good .
What would your current colleague say about you ?
They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker .
At five .
Do boys and girls go to school together ?
Yes , they do .
Do you think this is a good idea ?
Yes , I do .
Do some children go on to university ?
Yes , they do .
What examinations do they take first ?
O levels and A levels .
How long do you usually stay at university ?
Three or four years .
Yes , it is . I'm Jennifer . Nice to meet you .
My name is David . Nice to meet you , too .
Are you American ?
No , I'm a Britisher . Where do you come from ?
I come from America . Are you a freshman ?
Yes . What about you ?
Me , too .
Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends .
Yeah . Anytime .
Yes . May I help you ?
Yes . I'd like a table for six at 7:00 this evening . Can you arrange it for us ?
Just a minute . I'll check if there is any availability . I'm sorry , sir . There isn't any table left for 7:00 , but we can give you one at 8: 00 . Would you like to make a reservation at that time ?
Let me see . It seems a little late .
Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time .
OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 .
Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ?
It's John .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Yes . I miss you very much .
So do I .
Have you graduated from college ?
Yes . I graduated last year and got a job in a press .
nothing special . how about you ? Are you used to the life here in the States ?
everything has been fine for the past several months .
great !
well , I wish someone could talk to me about Western table manners
sounds interesting . Where did you get the idea ?
as you know , table manners in China are quite different from those of Westerners .
absolutely . that's because both of us have distinctive cultural features .
for example , in China , it's okay to talk while eating . However , you may regard it as rude .
yes . this must be a huge difference .
can you think of anything else ?
sure . We tend to think that the slower on eats , the more polite one seems .
I didn't know that before .
and we never sip or slurp the soup loudly . we quietly like little mouthfuls .
i got it . i'll bear it in mind .
don't worry . i'm sure our etiquette will become a natural part of your behavior as time goes by .
I hope so .
Wait a minute , please .
Have you made a reservation ?
No , I'd like to book a single room with one double bed .
How long will you be staying ?
2 nights , how much does it cost ?
A single room costs you $ 85 / day .
Does the charge include everything ?
Yes .
Do you require a deposit ?
No , You can pay when you check out .
you know I hate shopping more than anything else in this world .
I know . But we could get some exercise in , and we could get some errands run , too . Window-shopping won ' t cost you anything .
what kind of errands do we need to run ?
well , we could go to the newsagent ' s to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher ' s to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist ' s to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I ' ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
fine , we ' ll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We ' re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
ok , let ' s go then !
do you have any money ?
for what ?
for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
you said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
Not much , except that my mother-in-law is driving me up the wall .
What's the problem ?
She loves to nit-pick and criticizes everything that I do . I can never do anything right when she's around .
For example ?
Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her .
No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen .
It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids .
My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us . If it wasn't disciplining them enough , then we were disciplining them too much . She also complained about the food we fed them , the schools we sent them too , and everything else under the sun .
You said she used to ? How did you stop her ?
We basically sat her down and told her how we felt about her constant criticizing , and how we welcomed her advice but hoped she'd let us do our things . She understood , and now everything is a lot more peaceful .
That sounds like a good idea . I'll have to try that .
I need a copy of the agenda . Also , may I suggest something ? I know we have many points to review today , but would it be possible to limit our meeting time to finish before four o'clock ? Many of us still have a mountain of work to do before the day's end .
We should be able to finish everything up before then . Let's run through the major points first , and see where we're at . The first matter of business is to approve the minutes of our last meeting .
I propose we accept the minutes .
Good . Do I have a second ?
I second .
motion carried . Now , next on our agenda is our budget review . Margaret , can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands ?
I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week . We've had the review board going over everything , and they have come up with a final review . Here's a copy for everyone , and if you have any questions , you can talk to me after the meeting . Basically , the budget review has been completed , with maybe a few polishing details left .
What kind of action is required ?
If everyone could take a look at the final review handout , if there're any objections or corrections , let me know . Next week , we can cast the final approval .
See you . Have a nice day !
Thanks , you too .
It is ' www . job . com '
Is there a dot after ' com ' ?
No . I can text the address to you if you are not clear about it
Thank you . Wow , your school has so many honors . Congratulations !
Thank you .
Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ?
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
I'll put them in my schedule . Are there any other messages ?
Oh , yes , Miss Chen informed that the monthly management meeting has been changed to July 11 and I've marked your diary accordingly .
Thanks a lot .
Here is the agenda for the meeting and that's all for the messages .
I ' m fine . Thank you .
How may I help you ?
I need to make a deposit .
Will you be depositing cash or a check ?
I will be depositing cash .
How much would you like to deposit ?
It ' s going to be $ 300 .
What account would you like to deposit that into ?
Could you deposit that into my checking account , please ?
Can I do anything else for you today ?
That ' ll be all . Thank you very much .
What do you do with it ?
For the first drive , put the golf ball on the tee , and push the tee into the ground .
Okay .
Pick up a wood and hold it like this , interlocking your fingers .
OK .
Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can .
Hey !
Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible .
Got it .
I am returning these books .
What did you do to this book ?
I accidentally ripped the cover .
You will need to pay for the damage .
How much do I need to pay ?
I ' m going to need $ 5 . 00 .
That ' s not too expensive .
It isn ' t .
Here ' s the $ 5 . 00 .
Thank you .
No problem . Have a good one .
It ' s not very big . It ' s a little over half a million square kilometers .
That sounds quite big ! How many people live there ?
There are about 30 million people in my country . Most of them live in the north .
What ' s the average income ?
That ' s the really hard to say . I think most people earn about two thousand dollars a month , if you convert the money from our currency into dollars .
So your country is fairly rich .
I think we are richer than most countries , but not as rich as countries in western Europe . Our biggest problem at the moment is unemployment , which is roughly 8 % . It has doubled over the last four years .
Unemployment in my country is a fraction of that .
I'd like to book a ticket to Singapore , please .
When ?
June 3rd .
The flight number is Cz353 . it departs at 17:10 and arrives at 45 .
Okay . I will book this flight .
Your passport , please .
Here you are .
Well , there are two Hilton Hotels around here . Which one is your destination ?
Eh , let me see . Sorry , I can't remember it , because I've been there only once , accompanied by my friends .
Then , it would be a little bit harder to find out your way . Do you remember the name of the street , or one or two landmarks ?
A bookstore , probably . With a yellow and orange logo .
Good , any other clues ?
I remembered there is a very busy street several miles away . I waited for the traffic light for a very long time .
Oh , is there a bank near there , Standard Charted possibly ?
Oh , yeah , I got it , there is a bank My friend exchanged her money there .
That's the second branch hotel of Hilton . Walk straight down and you will see the bookstore you just mentioned . Turn left , I believe , you will get it .
Great ! Many thanks !
Sure , When is good time for you ?
Can you make it on Tuesday ?
What time do you want me there ?
Anytime after six will be fine .
All right , It's a date .
Me too . No one has expected he can really get somewhere with his business .
But he has suffered a lot .
You can take the subway to get there .
How long will it take to get there ?
It takes only ten minutes .
May I take a bus or a taxi to get there ?
You can take No . I bus or a taxi .
Excuse me , sir . Where is the No . 1 bus stop ?
Please turn right at the traffic lights .
Thank you very much .
Do you ?
It's a very good game .
Do you watch it or do you still play it ?
I only watch now .
Nothing . What's going on with you ?
I'm having a party this Friday .
I had no idea .
Is that right ?
I didn't hear anything about it .
Can you go ?
What time ?
It starts at 8 o'clock .
I'll go .
I hope that I'll see you there .
No doubt .
No , after you . Ladies first .
That's very kind of you .
Perhaps they should give it a second thought . The residents are getting up in arms about it .
I think they will .
It's my geography , sir . The Map of Africa you set us .
But this should have been handed in last Thursday .
Yes , I know , sir . I'm sorry .
Well , what's your excuse then ?
My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home .
Oh , Yes ?
It's true , sir .
Don ' t dress like that . You ' ll make fool yourself . You look stupid in that robe .
What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
OK , sir . How many people are there in your party ?
8 . Is your VIP room big enough for 8 persons ?
Of course .
I love all the fashionable things . But my favorite brand is Chanel .
Oh , that's a very expensive brand , but with good reason .
Yeah . Each style is specially designed by world's top designers . So they can always make you look amazing .
I see . Come here . The high heels here look really attractive . But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them ?
Not really , especially at the beginning , if you wear high heels all day long , your feet would hurt . But , no big deal . Women can always get used to that .
It's not a simple thing to be beautiful .
Sure . But everyone loves to be beautiful . Hey , do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well ?
Yeah , very tasteful . And with them , you look even more fashionable . Oh , there are so many French perfumers . Oops , perfumes for guys ? So strange !
Come on . Fashion is not only for women . Men also share the equal right to chase fashion . It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes , which is called cologne .
Oh , really , that's really something new . I'm afraid not everyone can accept it .
It takes time for that . But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly .
That's true . Well , it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing . So , do you spend all your money on it ?
No . Fashion is just part of my life , which improves its quality . But also , I'm good at financing . I have a credit card , but I never overdraft .
How is it that you are my mom's sis ? You two are so different . She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns . You do so much better than her .
I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits .
Sorry , you have the wrong number . There's no Brian here .
Is this 777-9345 ?
No , it's 777-9344 ?
Oh , I ' m so sorry .
That's OK .
Yes . My name is Charles .
I see . We have a window table reserved for you .
It's very kind of you .
Would you like to order now or wait for a while ?
Bring me the menu , please .
Take it easy , honey . It's just raining cats and dogs .
But , dad , it's stormy outside .
Honey , it's just windy and raining outside .
Ar ! Dad , the power went out .
It's ten thirty .
Really ? That's a straws in the wind .
I think so . Maybe he's fallen for her .
Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl .
Yes , we do .
How many nights a week is it ?
It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . we need a record of you education and your work experiences .
Yes . Do you accept traveler's checks ?
Yes , we do .
Very good .
Do you have any identification ?
Yes , I have my driver's license .
Fine .
Fair to middling . A little hard to appreciate .
Let's go in to wait for them .
After you .
Well , I'm looking for some winter clothes . And I notice you have pre-season sale on all your winter apparel .
Yes , everything is 25 % off .
Do you have any skirt that will go with this sweater ?
Sure , we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with the sweater . I especially like this flowery skirt . It's very much in style this year .
I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ?
Look on the rack to your right .
Oh , yes . Just show me where the fitting rooms are now . I can't wait to try this on .
I am ready to make my plea .
What do you plead ?
I plead not guilty .
All the evidence indicates that you are guilty .
I realize that , but I am not guilty .
Is that right ?
I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed .
Who is the guilty party ?
I ' ll tell you if you let me go .
I ' d be glad to make a deal with you .
I am willing to tell you that information .
I don't care as long as it's a Chinese restaurant .
You don't like Western food ?
I really find Chinese dishes more to my taste .
Yeah , I think I'll get this one-piece .
Why don't you get a bikini ?
I'm too fat for a bikini .
You aren't fat . I'll bet you'd look great in a bikini . How about this thong bikini ?
I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos .
I guess that one-piece isn't too bad , either . ( to be continued )
It looks like you have to buy tickets for us , Jason . And we're not going to see an action movie !
That's not fair , you got all the easy questions .
I guess that's just the luck of the draw .
I want a rematch . Let's play again .
Sorry , not tonight !
I can't deny that . She is so beautiful that I fell in love with her at the first sight . I wish I knew more about her .
But I heard that she had a three-year-old girl .
I cannot belive that . It must be cooked up by someone .
I'm on your side . It needs to be done over .
Do you want to send it by ordinary or registered mail ?
By ordinary air mail , please .
Anything of value in it ?
A postal order for four hundred dollars .
In that case , you'd better have it registered .
Will I be informed when my friend gets the letter ?
Yes , when your friend gets it , he'll sign a receipt , which will be sent to you by mail . Then you can be sure it's been received .
All right , I'll have it registered , then .
That's absolutely ridiculous !
I like it , but there is one problem .
What problem is that ?
The faucet in the kitchen is leaking .
I don ' t understand what the big deal is .
That leak is a problem for my water bill .
What you would like me to do about it ?
The leak must be fixed .
I won ' t be able to fix it at the moment .
I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet .
If that ' s the case , then I will fix the faucet .
Thanks for understanding .
That's a very good question . Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal . In order to do these wisely and effectively , you should consult with a Program Adviser or Academic Counselor .
Wait a minute . There are some new terms for me . I can hardly follow you .
Ok , I will go into more detail . A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation . You can discuss with him the program selection , changing or adding a program , the requirements for graduation , and other problems related to your study . You will choose some courses , and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation .
Everything is so new to me . I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there .
Sure , very difficult .
I am very grateful for your advice .
It's my pleasure to talk with you .
I'm clipping coupons .
Still clipping coupons ?
It's a good way to save money .
Saving money ? How much money can you save by those 1 or 2 dollar discount coupons ?
How much ? Last week I save $ 10 on food .
Sure . Here you are .
Take your pick , Julie .
Yes , I have received an Engineer's Qualification Certificate and a driver's license .
How many years have you had the driver's license ?
I have two years driving experience .
That's good . What special skills do you have , can you tell me ?
I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Windows , Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel .
What computer languages have you learned ?
Visual C + + , C and Delphi .
Have you gotten any special training in programming ?
No , but I have database programming experience and network knowledge .
Yes , something just opened up .
What kind of apartment is it ?
It's a one-bedroom , one-bathroom apartment .
No , we don't .
How many people are you together ?
Just two people .
Would you like to sit in a smoking section , a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first ?
We prefer non-smoking section .
I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ?
How long a wait do you think there ' ll be ?
I think about ten minutes .
Ok , we'll wait a while .
I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me .
Thank you .
This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ?
Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please .
Yes , and what would you like to drink ?
One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please .
Would you like a dessert ?
What special kind of desserts do you have ?
Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding .
Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course .
All right . I'll bring your soup right away .
Sure Tracy , let me just get my laptop .
Okay , so ... To Whom It May Concern , I am writing .
Um , Tracy ? I think that ' s a little too formal . I know you want to be polite but you've already made contact with them , so in English you can be more relaxed in the opening ...
Okay , more relaxed . Got it . Hey , Sally , what ' s up ? It's Tracy here , just .
Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with " Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ?
Great , okay . " Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine " .
That's great ...
" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "
Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her .
Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with " All the best , Tracy " .
Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with " Yours Sincerely " . That's more professional .
Oh , Melanie , you are a life saver , thank you !
Yes , I just bought new car , I drive to work everyday !
Great ! When you become new driver , you are better drive as carefully as possible !
Sure , I see safety is most important thing ! Accident is awful ! I will take your advice !
Besides , traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying , are they ?
Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely !
Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely !
Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting !
Why not ?
Can you see that road side help ?
Yes , We are going to across real road .
That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away .
What other signs what we see in road area like this ?
There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children !
Hello . I'm thinking about watching a Chinese traditional opera with a foreign girl . What's on this weekend ?
Well , there will be charity performance on Saturday night . And also , there will be a solo concert by an opera star on Sunday night .
It's a good thing that I have choices here . Can you tell me about the one on Saturday ?
Sure . It's to raise money for the homeless .
What about the performance itself ?
Oh , it's a reserved opera named ' The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven ' .
Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite .
It surely is . And the cast is really the best .
Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ?
The price varies according to the seats . 300 for the front , 200 for the middle , and 50 for the back . Which kind would you like ?
Two for the front . One last thing , are there any English subtitles for the show ?
Yes , we have subtitles both in Chinese and English on the big-screen just beside the stage .
Terrific . May I stop by to get that two tickets tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . And our theater is located on Liberty Avenue , just opposite the biggest guitar store . Can I have your name ?
B . S-H-I-R-L-E-Y .
Got it . Thanks for calling . Bye .
Thanks . I was hoping that you would all enjoy this meal .
Where did you learn to cook these amazing dishes ?
I got a really wonderful cookbook for my birthday and decided to try out a few of the recipes .
The chicken is out of this world !
I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice .
I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup .
Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass .
It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal .
I love this wine ! It goes very well with the chicken .
Oh , it has nothing to do with me .
It's a pity , but why ?
I came here only a month ago .
Hello . I'd like to make a call to Australia .
You can call direct if you like .
Oh , can I ?
Yes , please .
Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ?
Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 .
What time do the special rates apply ?
Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir .
I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room .
Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ?
This is Mr . Ma in room 215 .
OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards .
Thanks very much for your help .
You're welcome . Bye .
Bye .
I'd be glad to tell you what I think .
Good ! I'm interested in your advice .
If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
I'd like a cup of mocha .
Sure . Large or medium ?
Medium , please .
Anything else to go ?
Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also .
You've got it .
Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away .
Sure . It's seven eighty-nine .
Here's eight dollars . Keep the change .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice day .
Hello . My name is Jessica Smith . I ' d like to cancel the newspaper .
Okay . What ' s your account number ?
8902365 .
And your address , please ?
845 lincoln Avenue .
When do you want it cancelled ?
Beginning the first day of next month .
Okay .
It would be my pleasure to help you . What do you need help with ?
I picked up some poison oak while hiking , and I can ' t stop itching .
We have Techne , and it is available in lotion or cream .
Do you find that one works better than the other ?
I have heard that the cream is longer lasting .
Is there anything I can take that will help with the itching ?
If you take an antihistamine , that would help a lot .
Thank you for helping me figure out what to do with my poison oak .
It was a pleasure . Come back anytime .
I'm moblogging !
Moblogging ? what does that mean ?
Oh , moblogging is a combination of the word ' mobile ' and ' blogging ' . It's another form of blogging . Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices .
Sounds interesting ! That must be very convenient .
Yes , you're right . I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move . It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me .
How can you do that ?
Well , if I simply want to write a few words , I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser .
What if you want to publish some photos ?
Then I'll shoot some pictures , re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog .
I see . Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you .
You bet it !
Sure . It's the third office down this hall . Are you looking for Bob ?
Yes . He told me to come by this morning .
I'm sorry , but he's not in the office now . Do you have an appointment ?
An appointment ?
Yes . What time did he expect you ?
He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time . He said I could come any time before noon .
I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ...
Today is Tuesday .
I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side .
That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him .
Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ?
Alright .
He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ?
Friday is good .
Morning or afternoon ?
Morning .
I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ?
Yes . My name is Laura Wills .
Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
What's the running speed of the machine ?
About 1,500 metres per minute . It's one of the fastest in the world . We had a few problems with it after start-up but it's running very well now .
And what's the maximum output ?
If we're running at full capacity , it's 160,000 tonnes per annum .
Is this Ann ?
Speaking .
Ann , this is Sam . Look , Ann . I wanna see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
I am sorry . I am very tired . I'm going to bed early .
What about tomorrow evening ?
No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now .
But Ann ..
Thanks . You too !
Do you have any plans ?
Well , my family's away and I can't afford to do much . What about you ?
Oh , I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet .
You know that is tempting but is really not good for our fitness .
What do you mean ? It will help us to relax .
Do you really think so ? I don't . It will just make us fat and act silly . Remember last time ?
I guess you are right . But what shall we do ? I don't feel like sitting at home .
I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends .
That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them .
Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too .
Good . Let's go now .
All right .
Mike , you're late again .
I'm sorry , but my sister was ill , so I
Do you think I believe the story like that ?
But it's true .
How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ?
That's coincidence .
Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time .
I promise I will .
You'd better .
How about coming with me to meet my American friends ?
Hey , that sounds great .
Okay , I'll pick you up at eight o'clock .
Okay .
I'd like that very much .
How does 7:30 sound ?
Fine . See you later .
She can cope with it . Don ' t be such a wimp !
I haven ' t decided yet . But I may go out .
Where have you planned to go ?
I want to go to Shanghai , but I also want to visit Hainan .
Then which will be your first choice ?
I don ' t know . How about you ? are you staying here or somewhere .
I have decided to go to Tasha .
By train or by plane ?
By plane .
I'm terribly sorry to be so late . I had an article ...
You'll knock yourself out the way you've worked . Why don't you slow down ?
I can't afford to .
All right . Now that everybody's here . Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin , are you ready ?
Yes , thanks . Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials .
Excuse me , Miss Lin . Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well .
Sorry , I'll try to speak louder .
Oh , no ! No more paddling ! My arms are sore !
Do not worry . Today will be easier .
Beth , what date is today ?
Today is Saturday .
What is the date today ?
Today is July 4th .
Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday .
Call her on my cell phone . Wish her " Happy Birthday ! " Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day .
Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ?
It is December 25th .
Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day .
Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ' s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ?
April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too !
That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast .
Thanks .
After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6
I guess so .
How about going for swim around 10
That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated .
Happy Independence Day !
He must be courageous enough to fly in the face of established authorities .
Galileo is one of them .
So are Copernicus and many others .
Pleased to see you . Welcome to our company . I hope you have a good day .
Thank you . Can I meet my colleagues ?
Sure , come with me . Hello , Michael , this is Steven . He will be part of your team .
Hi , Steven , welcome to join us !
I ' Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance .
That ' s right . Just call me if you need anything .
That's great .
Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ' ll introduce you to them later .
All right .
Yes , it looks interesting .
You're right . I love it very much .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
What ' s wrong ? I want a break from this horrible job .
Then , buy a bottle of soft drink .
Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop ?
It ' s a problem , because my boss is in that shop now .
Ok , I will go there myself .
Sorry , Mr . Polly .
It doesn ' t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ?
Have a try .
I come from England .
What's the climate like in your country ?
It's mild , but it's not always pleasant . The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East . It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South .
Which seasons do you like best ?
I like spring and summer . The days are long and the nights are short . The sun rises early and sets late . I don't like autumn and winter . The days are short and the nights are long . The sun rises late
Neither , I prefer an active job .
Then how about a salesman ?
That's better . I like travelling .
I want to check in .
Have you made a reservation ?
No , I want a double room . By the way , is there any discount for children ?
Yes , children are half price .
Ok , please have me arrange one .
there ' s branch on new street . Walk up this street until you get to the first set of traffic lights . Then turn right at the traffic lights .
how far up the street are the traffic lights ?
not far . About 150 meters perhaps .
ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
ok . Where do I go then ?
you ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
got it . Thank you very much .
Yes , I nearly didn't sleep last night .
Did you hold a party or something else yesterday ?
No , I just watched Supergirl , and it began too late in the night . I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock .
I don't like this program , because there are too many constant arguments between the judges .
The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles .
Do you have much time watching TV ?
I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio .
I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station .
If they could make beautiful ads , I could bear .
Much better today .
Oh , Look at the baby . It ' s so beautiful . Is it a boy or a girl ?
It's a girl .
Can I hold it for a moment ?
Sure . She is a peaceful child .
Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes .
So they say .
When are you returning home ?
Well . The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth .
You can use some time off . You ' Ve been working too hard anyway .
Two boxes of transparencies for the over-head machines .
Right . And I ' d like one of those new electric pencil sharpeners .
All right , Mr . Jones . Do you think we ' ll need anything else ?
Is she really ? I can ' t believe it !
Yes . Yesterday .
Good gracious . That ' s incredible !
She married Jerrod .
You ' re kidding .
She ' s going to live in Paris .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
No .
Why not ?
It involves a lot of travel .
I have a bad headache .
How long have you been like this ?
For two days .
Do you have a fever ?
I ' m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold .
Let me take your temperature first .
I usually go in my free time on the weekends . How about you ?
The movie theater is always so crowded on the weekends . I like to go to the movies during the week .
That's true . And sometimes the tickets are cheaper during the week as well .
What time is check-in ?
12:00 . You have to wait for a while .
OK .
Well , sir . Come with me . I will show you the waiting room . You must be tired . Have a short rest there . We will call you later .
Thank you .
Yes .
Can she call you back ? She is about to start a meeting .
That will be fine .
Calm down .
I wonder if the municipal government will take some preventive measures .
I ' m sure they will .
I'd like to pay some money in using my card , please .
No problem . Could you let me have your card and the money to be deposited ?
Here it is . I usually use the machine , but there seems to be such a long queue at the moment .
Yes , it's the same every day during the lunchtime rush . We will be putting in a new ATM in the near future , though . That should help to ease the queues .
I'll look forward to that , I can't stand queuing .
I know what you mean . How much would you like to deposit with us today ?
1,000 RIB , it should all be there .
That's correct , 1,000 RIB . I'll need your personal code to deposit this . Could you enter it on this key pad , please ?
OK , done . When will it show in my account ? Not for withdrawal , I mean just registered .
It will show in your account straight away . Here's your card back and could you please sign the slip here ?
That's fine . OK . Thanks .
My first grandchild .
And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
Oh no . I broke your vase accidentally .
How did it happen ?
I bumped it by accident , but I didn't mean to do it .
It was my favorite .
I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ?
Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually .
First I was late for school this morning , and now I broke your vase . This isn't my day !
I'm just in the mood to act goofy .
What brought this on ?
I guess I'm glad exams are over .
Yes , he has . He sold it last week .
Has he moved to his new house yet ?
No , not yet . He's still here . He's going to move tomorrow .
When ? Tomorrow morning ?
No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour .
He's a very nice person . We will all miss him .
When will the new people move into this house ?
I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow .
Will you see Mien today , Janey ?
Yes , I will .
Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house .
No , he didn't want to leave , but his wife did !
Oh , sorry , I can't . I'm going to work late tonight . I have to finish this report .
Well , how about tomorrow night ? Are you doing anything then ?
No , I'm not . What are you planning to do ?
I'm going to see a musical . Would you like to come ?
Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn .
All right ! Thanks !
I got a character part -- some old lady who shows up in a few scenes .
I wish I had a character part . Those are my favorite .
Are you kidding ? You got the leading role .
I know , but I've done that so Ay times . It's getting old . The leading guy is always the same macho A .
I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A .
Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script .
I do a good old lady . I wouldn't mind being the damsel in distress once in a while .
What does his dad say ?
John is a peacemaker . He simply doesn ' t bother . He says he should give him a free hand .
So ?
We got the contract !
All right !
Oh , that sounds great !
I ' ll pick you up at ... say , 7,30 ?
Yes , that would be perfect .
See you tonight then .
Yes . Thank you for inviting me .
You already finished off everything , sir ?
I finished off everything .
Would you like anything in particular ?
The Perrier and the Jim Beam . Let me have three more of each .
Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ?
I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please .
Sure thing . Might there by anything else ?
Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too .
Perrier , Jim Beam , apples , and grape juice . It will all be there shortly , sir .
Do I have a choice ? You said the guy who was supposed to do it didn't show .
True . Keep up the good work . Hello , welcome to the reunion of the Class of ' 93 .
Just come over here , sir . First you need to sign in and get your photo nametag .
And don't forget to put in an order for your reunion memory book .
Would you like to donate to our alumni fund ?
And the winner is ... Vivian , again ! I don't believe it !
Our red underwear didn't do any good at all !
Well , there are still some consolation prizes . We can go up to the front and pick them up .
So , what did you win ?
A lousy desk lamp . And you ?
A bar of soap !
Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow !
Why don't you go talk to her and find out what her secret was this year .
Which glasses ? These glasses .
No , not those . The ones on the shelf .
These ?
Yes , please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
I hope that world leaders can get together and agree on a plan of action , but I doubt it ' ll happen before it ' s too late .
We need to solve the problem of air pollution before we destroy the atmosphere . There ' s lots of clean , modern technology , but companies in developed countries say it ' s expensive . Developing countries
Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ' s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ' re not thinking a
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow e
It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
I haven't decided yet . What about you , Andy ?
I am a member of the basketball club . Do you want to join us ?
But I don't know how to play basketball .
It's OK . Don't worry about it . Our school coach will train us to play basketball .
Thank you for inviting me .
I can see from your resume you were in charge of sales for Corporate World Unlimited from 1997 to 1999 . Can you please tell me about your responsibilities ?
Yes . I was in charge of profit and loss for the northwest region of Canada . As a manager , I was directly responsible for a 50 % increase in sales over a four-month period .
What , do you believe , are some of the key attributes that helped you to achieve such an outstanding increase in sales ?
I believe persistence and perseverance are key attributes .
I'm not at all keen on that sort of job . It makes me crazy .
How come ?
You have to type all day .
Yes , but I didn't really like the third one at all .
That's the Return of the King , right ?
Yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ?
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
Did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
No . did you ?
Yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
Yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
Most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
That happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
Actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Oh , thank you . Yes , please . What I need is to handle some domestic affairs .
Oh , I see . In what area ?
Well , I need a Deposit Certification to handle this .
Yes , we have this service . Have you got a deposit certificate and your passport ? I'm sorry to ask you , but your passport is very important .
Yes , yes . Here it is . By the way , is there a handling fee ?
Yes , I'm afraid there is .
Well , my sister is a lawyer .
Really ? Does she live here in Seattle ?
Yes , she does . But she's working in Washington , D . C . , right now . Her job is top secret .
Wow ! ! And what does your brother do ?
He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there .
What an interesting family !
Are you sure ?
I beg your pardon .
Your seat is in the non-smoking section , so please refrain from smoking .
Oh , I see , since I'm a heavy smoker . May I change my seat ?
Then I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment . please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
sure , go ahead .
oh , isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable ?
yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around .
oh my , no internet access is killing me .
can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
well , the term " discomgoogolation " comes from " discombobulate " and " google " . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
then , you're probably addicted .
For the bank manager ?
That ' s the one .
What happened ?
You were right , it was from a headhunter . He wouldn't tell me anything without a signed contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work out .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I ' m going there tomorrow .
Great ! Good luck .
And I think I'll look in on a few other Employment Agencies while I ' m downtown , to see what they have .
Good idea . The more people you ask , the better your chances are .
He would get very angry if anyone criticized him .
He will burn his fingers .
If only he knew it .
Why do you say that ?
I don ' t know what he wants to do . Does he want help me or just scold me ?
Think a little . I think he means well at the bottom of his heart .
It's not cheesy ! It's romantic . When it first came out , I saw it in the theaters five times in one week .
Really ? Well the special effects might have been good in 1997 , but when you watch it today they make the film seem really cheesy .
Alright , maybe it's a little bit cheesy . But come on , isn't it fun to go to a cheap flick once in a while ?
Actually , I have to admit that you're right . I like some pretty cheesy movies too . I love Arnold Schwarzenegger action flicks , especially " Terminator . "
Haha , that's definitely a cheesy movie too . Did you watch it over and over again ?
Well ... I saw it only once , but for the next two months when I talked to people , I pretended I was the Terminator .
Sure . What's your date of delivery ?
I informed my company and was told that the first five thousand by the end of this month .
What about the balance of the order ? Can they also arrive at our company quickly ?
We can deliver the balance at the price already quoted in 10 days .
Can you deliver them earlier ?
I am afraid we can not do that . Would you be willing to sign an annual contract on the basis we discussed ?
Possibly , subject to quality and delivery guarantees .
Of course . Well , in that case we could offer a 5 % discount for a confirmed monthly order for the next 12 months .
I was looking forward to something a bit more substantial . As you know , we have long-time cooperation .
I'm afraid that's as far as we could go . We'd already be stretching ourselves to the limit .
Well , let's shake on that and draw up the details of the contract .
Here are all the wallets with various designs . How about this one ? It is quite fashionable .
May I pick it up ?
Of course .
Do you have one of better quality ?
This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive .
There is no problem about the price . How much is it ?
Two hundred and thirty-five yuan .
OK , I'll take it .
Hi .
How are you ?
I'm good . How are you ?
Good . Do you speak English ?
A little . Are you American ?
Yes .
Where are you from ?
I'm from California .
Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too .
I had no idea how seriously that country takes soccer !
Tell me about it .
Okay . In the middle of their streets there are parks , big soccer fields as far as you can see .
Really ?
That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m .
Are you serious ?
I don't know how they function the next day ! It's like they eat and breathe soccer !
I sure hope you didn't trust anyone with your credit card number .
All I did so far was make a bid on the Buddha . It was easy !
Easy ? Ha ! ! It was easy for them to cheat you ! !
Oh , come on ! I just gave them my e-mail , my address and my phone number . And my name , of course .
You tell me .
You're not going to make anything to eat ?
You never cook . I always do .
I think you're a better cook than I am .
Oh please , you need to cook tonight .
So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ?
It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ?
I'll cook dinner , don't worry .
I'm going to go rest for a little bit .
I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ?
Thanks .
Do you really ?
What do you mean ?
Well , I just think he deserves it .
Where do you intend to go ?
Three Gorges of the Yangtze River .
That's beautiful .
When was your reservation ?
It ' s 7 p . m . today .
Would you mind telling me the reason ?
I need to continue to deal with my business . I haven ' t finished it yet .
Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ?
No . Thank you .
But you have to pay the fee for refund .
OK . I will pay it by my bank card .
Oh , all right . I lost a bunch of money in the last two years , but this year has been pretty good .
Yeah , I lost money investing in the internet too .
Just goes to show that you should buy companies not ideas .
I changed my strategy around too . I invest in good companies now .
Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Ted ?
No . What happened ?
He lost his kids ' college money by trading .
Oh , boy . His wife can't be happy about that .
Yes , the weather sure is nice today .
I love it when the weather is like this . Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch ?
That sounds like a good idea . The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado . but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
Well , under normal conditions each head lasts about 5 000 copies or so . It depends on the user , but about once a month is average .
So if I don't print out very much , it could last a lot longer ?
That's right . It could last six months or more . This model's designed for heavy use . Don't worry - you'll get an error message telling you when to change the head .
About 3 years , so I came here 2000 .
So , where did you grow up ?
Providence , Rhode Island . do you know it ?
I am not sure , where exactly is it ?
Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ?
No , I was born in Gaoxiong , I only moved to Taipei after I graduated .
Is he doing very well at school ?
He is doing OK , but he pretends he is doing much better by telling lies .
What's his problem ?
This may be complicated . But I think he may need to build up his self-esteem .
How can his he do that ?
There are a lot of ways to help a kid build up self-esteem , but to begin with , you can try and give him more rewards . Rewards will help a chil improve his self-esteem .
Actually not so good . That's why we made a special trip to see you .
OK , let me hear it . I'd be glad to help if I can .
Good . I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation .
Well , I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms .
I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts .
But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially .
Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability .
In what way can we solve the problem ?
Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ?
Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks .
So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months .
Well , we accept your suggestion .
What's your trouble ?
I think I need a thorough check-up .
I got it .
Oh , yeah ! He can sit down , roll over , and even play dead .
Really ? Does he chase balls ?
Yup . Hey , do you want to see a picture ? See , he's eating lunch .
This can't be the same dog . He's so clean , he shines .
See , he's wagging his tail .
He's really cute . His bowl even has his name on it .
Good morning . Could you tell me the times of trains to London , please ?
Yes . there are trains at 7:59 , 9:18 , 10:32 and 11:55
What time does the 7:59 get to London ?
At 9:36 . And the 9:18 gets to London at 9:55 , the 10:32 at 11:09 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19:00 and the next is at 19:40 .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
I'm very glad you could come , Mr . Liu . Will you take a seat at the head of the table ? It's an informal dinner , please don't stand on ceremony ... Mr . Liu , would you like to have some chicken ?
Thank you . This is my first time to come to a Chinese restaurant . Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food ?
Generally speaking , Cantonese food is a bit light ; Shanghai food is rather oily ; and Hunan dishes are very spicy , having a strong and hot taste .
Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared , delicious , and very palatable . They are very good in colour , flavour , and taste .
Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ?
No more , thank you . I'm quite full .
Did you enjoy the meal ?
It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner .
I'm so glad you like it .
Thank you very much for your hospitality .
I sure am . How about you ?
I am .
Do you know where your polling place is ?
My polling place is up the street at the park .
Oh , really ?
Where ' s yours at ?
I ' m not sure .
You should know that already .
I didn ' t receive my polling place in the mail .
You do know that you can look online , right ?
I didn ' t know that . I ' ll go look right now .
Well , they look lovely , but they ' re not very practical . I mean , would you wear that dress to the office or walking down the street ?
I know what you mean . People would stare at you in amazement if you wore something like that in an everyday situation . I suppose only extravagant rich people wear them at cocktail parties .
Maybe . I ' m not sure why they have fashion shows like this . Hardly anyone will buy those clothes . The clothes you see are nothing like the ones that ordinary people wear . It seems like a waste of money .
I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons . First , it ' s just like a big party . They can meet each other and network . The other thing is that it is great advertising . All the journalists and photographers are there . Thirdly , it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing .
You meant it ' s an expression of their fantasies ?
Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ' t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ' don ' t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ' .
Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish .
Come on . All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes .
Oh , it's nothing to speak of .
No , seriously . I'm impressed .
Thank you . I appreciate the compliment .
Sure , which one ? The red one or the blue one ?
The blue one , please .
You may keep it for the time being . I'm not using it now .
I'll give it a try .
I'm sorry but we are fully booked .
Well , how about the 4th ?
That's fine , but we have only a single room , is that OK ?
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
That sounds great !
Good morning . Could I speak to someone in the sales department , please ?
Hold on , please .
Thanks .
Well , we could eat in more . That $ 300 for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants .
Yeah , that ' s a good idea , and you like to cook . What about the books ?
No , I need my books .
Come on , if we save more money we can retire earlier , and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the $ 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could ' Ve gotten something for less .
O . K . Let ' s compromise , if you agree to only spend $ 75 on books , I ' ll agree to only spend $ 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
It's Clive of course . Where did you come from ? Every girl knows Clive !
Really ? He is my type .
He is everybody's type .
What position does he play ?
Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan !
Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement .
Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now .
Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer .
That is not true . They are just jealous of him !
Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart .
You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow .
By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ?
You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders .
Oh , My chance is slim then .
Ruth ? Basil .
Hi , Basil .
Want a ride to the office ?
Yes , by all means . I was just about to leave .
Hold on . Just 5 minutes .
I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you .
It's my pleasure . See you .
Hi , Basil .
Hi , Ruth . Hop in .
Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ?
Of course I don't mind . For your report ?
Yes , I finally have an inspiration .
Good for you . No problem , I'll listen to the car radio
Certainly . May I see your social security and your ID Please .
Here your are . I wonder how much interest can I earn for my current account .
Oh . Current account don ' t pay our interest .
Why is that ?
It ' s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ' t expect a large amount of deposit in current account .
I see . How do I draw money from my news then .
It's just around the corner .
Oh , hi Jeremy . No please , go ahead . So how are you , Jeremy ? I was talking to Linda about you only last week .
Oh , I'm fine , thanks . I'm super busy with work actually . Did you hear about the Lawson contract ?
No , tell me more .
Well , I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week .
And .
And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed .
That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica .
I will , Michelle . Speak to you soon .
Take care , sonny !
I will . Bye - bye !
Bye !
Why not ? What's wrong with it ?
Sometimes it goes fast . And sometimes it goes slow . And the alarm doesn'twork , either .
Would you like another one ?
No . Can I have my money back ?
Hmm ... have you got a receipt ?
A receipt ?
Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt .
Oh , I'm not certain , but I think I've lost it .
OK .
May I try it on ?
Go ahead .
Client Services ? Oh , hello . I need your help .
Certainly , that's what we're here for . What can I help you with ?
I'm a tourist in this city and unfortunately I've lost my card !
Calm down , Sir . Is that an IBA Debit or Credit Card ?
Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere .
Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ?
I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again .
That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you .
Thank you . Thank you very much .
Where would you like to go ?
Please rush me to the railway station
Get in and close the door .
Can you speed up a bit ?
Sorry . The road is too crowded .
But I have no time to lose .
But I can't help it .
Can you drop me off here ?
Sorry . We mustn't stop here .
Of course . It's the best one I have here---and it's only 300 yuan .
Oh , it's really nice , but to tell the truth , that's far too expensive .
Really ? Even for such an excellent one ?
Yes , I know .
I think we should have a house cleaning today . What's your opinion ?
Oh , no . We just did it last week .
Come on . What do you want to do ? Washing clothes or cleaning the house ?
I'd rather wash the clothes .
Okay . Here is the laundry .
Oh , My God ! So much !
Don't worry . I'll help you with it later .
Forget it ! If you think I ' d ever set foot that inferior restaurant again , you gotta be nuts . Last time I ate that food , almost vomited . The service in there is terrible . It was the first time I ever stiffed a waiter
Yeah , not seeing a single person anywhere informed me . Hey ! How about that one over there ?
Oh , give me a break ! That place is too lavish for us .
Easy . It ' s on me .
In that case , I ' m right behind you .
Yeah . It is not easy for them to find another job .
University graduates have difficulty finding a job too . There seems to be more and more competition in the job market
It is strange that some people are quitting their jobs in order to find a better one . What do you think ? Do you want to quit your job ?
No . Not now . I think I'll try to keep this one .
Really ? Why would you worry about me ? I ' m just fine .
You ' re almost 70 years old , Mom ! Don ' t you think it would be better for you if you moved in with us ?
No way ! I like my apartment , and I like to be independent .
Do you ever get lonely living alone ?
Not at all . I see you and your family twice a week , and I enjoy seeing my own friends . I ' m too busy to feel lonely !
Yes , I want to book a plane ticket from Beijing to Shanghai .
OK . Which day do you want to book ?
The day after tomorrow .
Which flight do you want ?
I'd prefer a morning flight .
What about Flight 516 ?
Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ?
1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ?
Credit card .
OK . Here's your ticket .
Thank you .
I'm sorry ; he's out at the moment .
When do you expect him back ?
I think he'll be back in about an hour at least .
Well , may I leave a message ?
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
Thank you , Rick ! As you can see , ladies and gentleman , we are here in beautiful Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the world are trying to win the grand prize of one million dollars !
Whoa , that ' s a lot of cash ! Let ' s go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing .
All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ' s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole !
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
Because this order is a comparatively big one , we would like to pay by time L / C , say , 60 days L / C .
Payment by sight L / C is quite usual in international trade , and as a rule , we only accept payment by sight L / C .
But we have only moderate mean at hand . If you can do us a special favor this time and allow us to delay payment , we'd really appreciate it .
Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before , but we could consider your request . I'll phone our company to see what they say .
Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ?
This afternoon .
What ? That would be to cut off your nose to spite your face .
Then what shall I do ?
Call the police .
Hi , yes , I have a reservation . My secretary called and booked a room a couple of weeks ago , the reservation should be for a double bed , none smoking room .
And what name of reservation made under ?
It should be under Steve Johnson .
Mmm , let me see , it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight , is there any other name that you reservation list under ?
No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card .
Ah , yes , here it is , you have a standard double room , non smoking on the 3rd floor , I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don ' t mind .
Don't mention it .
Good night then !
Good night !
It's Peter's turn .
Give the mike to him .
OK .
Be quiet . He is singing .
I thought he only liked to listen !
So did I .
He has a really good voice !
Yes , he sings wonderfully .
Let me check . Hold on , please ... Yes , that's fine . Smoking or nonsmoking area ?
Nonsmoking , please .
All right . May I have your name ?
My surname is Gao .
How do you spell it , sir ?
Maybe they are still wet behind ears .
They are blind with bucks . Blind people are more easily conned , fo course .
Sure . Many people , including men and women , and be easily ripped off .
For 3 days $ 300 , for 7 days $ 600 .
Good . I think I'll hire one for 7 days .
Okay . I'll write up the paperwork .
Oh , would you please turn off the fire ? My hands are sticky with the dough .
Sure .
Thanks .
If you'll just give me your name , phone , and date of visit , I can cancel your reservation .
I'm Rudy Randolph at 818-555-1234 , April ninth to the fifteenth .
Mr . Randolph . Okay , one second , sir , and there you go . Your reservation is now cancelled .
I wish everything in life was so simple . Thank you .
Not a problem , sir . Please remember us in the future .
Oh ! I heard that he loves to boss people around .
Not really , do you ?
Well , I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something . You know , I just came back from a really tough interview . I was quite nervous during the interview . I really want to have the job . Right now , I am still a little on the edge . I am not sure if I could convince them during the interview .
Take it easy . It is all over now . How was it going , anyway ?
I don ' t know . I think I did well in the paper exams . I was prepared to answer a lot of questions , but they didn't ask those as I expected . To my surprise , the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me .
That's strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it ' Getting to know you more personally ' . What about your answers ?
Just did my best .
Hey , I still know my name .
What did the nurse say ?
She said I have a fever but nothing major .
In that case , you should go home and get plenty of rest .
What if this small fever turns into a big fever ?
Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you .
Like how ?
I would like you to give me a different hair style .
What did you have in mind ?
Give me a short haircut .
Do you know how short you want your hair to be ?
I want you to cut it to a few inches long .
That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ?
I've had this idea for some time now .
I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to .
This is what I want .
Fine then . Let's get started .
Steak , please .
How would you like your steak ? Rare , medium-rare or well-done ?
Well-done , please .
Oh , I ' m not . I ' Ve never had a music class before .
In my opinion , you ' ll make it .
You ' re having me on again .
No , I ' m serious .
Certainly . Could you put it on the scales , so I can check the weight ?
Sure . It ' s not very heavy .
That ' s 850 grams . The coasts depends on how you would like to send it .
I see . What are the options ? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail .
That ' s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars .
How long will it take to get there ?
Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks .
It that case , I ' ll send it by airmail . I ' d like to send it as a registered parcel .
No problem . That ' s one dollar extra .
Thanks very much . There ' s thirteen dollars .
There ' s you receipt . Goodbye .
Very well , thank you .
Please take a seat . Everything will be ready in a minute .
Here you go . We have your cocktail and there're salad . fried chicken , French fries and vanilla ice cream for dessert . Eat the chicken while it's hot . It tastes better .
Wow ! You're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more . Thank you .
Here's to our friendship and health !
Bottoms up !
Get a hold of yourself , Bruce . You'll get over her eventually .
Neither can I .
Yes . Fill it up , please .
OK . What kind of gas do you want ?
I don't really know . I have just bought this new car . And it's the first time I've gotten gas for it .
We have regular , super , and premium gasoline . This is a new car , so I'd recommend premium .
Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up .
All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 .
OK , thanks .
Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18 . 56 , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice drive !
I got a perfect look at the suspect .
Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up ?
That'll be easy .
Please take a careful look at these five men .
Okay .
Is the suspect in this line ?
I see him .
Which number is he ?
The suspect is number four .
Your cooperation is very much appreciated .
I'm happy to be of assistance .
Yes , it is . Please put your luggage on the scale .
Your luggage is overweight . The free allowance for luggage is 20 kilos .
Oh , can I keep this little suitcase as hand-luggage ?
OK , in this way it's just below the limit .
Here's your ticket and your boarding card .
All right . I will begin boarding soon .
That's great ! Congratulations .
I really don't know how I can thank you enough .
Oh , it's my pleasure . After all , you are very qualified for the position .
Thank you very much indeed . You helped me rebuild my self-confidence .
Don't mention it . You ' re always been good . What do you say we go out to celebrate ?
That would be great .
Oh , yes , it was very interesting .
What were the schools like ?
Oh , I didn't actually teach in the schools . I taught after school . I taught in English institutes .
But you taught children , yes ?
Yes . That's right . But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America . At least as far as studying is concerned . Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school .
They actually study after school ?
That's right . After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English . They are very serious about learning over there .
Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ?
Of course they do . You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much . But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing . Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough .
Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that .
So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education . They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing . In America , too many parents don't pay attention .
But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too .
As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it . And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience .
Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ?
That's a stereotype we Americans have . We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet . But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too .
Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also . Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ?
I don't know . In Costa Rica , I taught adults . So it was a very different thing . So I really can't compare .
Well , I prefer active rather than passive training . For example , I like the training offered by a financial software company from which we bought the newest updated virgin . They sent the programmers to demonstrate how to do and then ask us to practice . All employees receiving this training were in the same meeting room , so we could communicate with each other . We had a lot of fun learning together . It helps to build up the work relation among colleagues .
Well , that is also very efficient , right ?
Of course , it is much better than just giving us some reading materials or information via the internet .
That ' s boring . Once we were asked to watch a video on how to operate the punches , all of us seemed to fall into sleep by the end of the video .
Five days a week , too ?
Actually , five and a half . On Saturday , we have classes only in the morning .
Gosh !
That's too much for us really .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to try to find out where the school is located .
When do you start school ?
I'm going to register right now .
That's good .
Of course you can . I am sure this one works very well . I just sent dozens of pages . How many pages are you sending ? Are you familiar with my fax machine ?
Yes , I think you have the same model as I have . Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol ?
Yes , it will print immediately .
Well , I ' Ve bought a lot of meat . I ' Ve got pork chops , small steaks , chicken wings , and plenty of hot sausages and hamburger patties .
I can ' t wait to start cooking ! I ' Ve bought the grill and charcoal . Do you have enough plates and utensils ?
I think so . I bought some paper plates and cups for people to use . It will save on the washing up !
And if people drop them , they won ' t break . We ' ll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers .
They sell them at the shop around the corner . We can go and get some in a few minutes .
I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs . We ' ll need some tomato ketchup and some barbecue sauce .
I have the sauce , but remind me to get some ketchup at the shop .
How long does it take to cook meat on a barbecue ?
It only takes a few minutes . Some people like their meat well done . Others like it rare . The great thing about a barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked .
They can cook it themselves to make sure it ' s exactly how they like it .
I hope you haven ' t invited any vegetarians !
Yeah , I know , but it's too hard to do .
Our eyes should look into the future . We could not live in the past .
Only sometimes when I think about it , I feel very sad .
It's normal . Time will change everything .
We have beef with rice and fish with noodles . Which would you like ?
Fish with noodles , please .
Would you care for coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Yes , it is . May I help you ?
Yes , are advance tickets for ' Nut croakers ' still available ?
What date , sir ?
October 16th .
Let me see . Yes , we still have some tickets left . Which performance ?
7:30 p . m . performance , please .
OK , we have tickets at 100 yuan and 50 yuan .
I'd like to reserve two seats at 100 yuan , please .
All right . May I have you name , please ?
Du Kun .
When would you like to collect the tickets ?
Tomorrow .
We can hold them until one day before the show .
How do we cancel , just in case ?
Just telephone us , and let us know in advance . We don't charge for cancellation .
All right , thank you very much . Good bye .
You are welcome . Goodbye .
Mom , I don't want to bathe today .
Why ? You can't be always so lazy .
Mom , I'm tired . I feel sleepy . I want to go to bed right now .
Alright . But you promise this is the last time .
OK . I promise . Thank you , Mom .
I'm going to the store .
Really ? I need to go to the store too .
Would you like to come with me ?
Yeah , let's go together .
Would you like to go now or later ?
Now .
What ?
Now would be better .
OK , let's go .
Should we walk ?
No , it's too far . Let's drive .
Yeah . What a surprise !
How's everything going ?
Fine . thanks .
And ?
And she did her best to pull out the thorn in her flesh and the boy lost whatever made him happy .
Poor child !
Sure , just send me through internal mail .
Thanks , Vivian .
No problem at all . Welcome .
we ' re glad that you ' re here . Would you like a tour of the house ?
that ' d be great , but could I have a cup of tea first ?
sure , I ' ll just go put the kettle on . Why don ' t you have a seat on the sofa and I ' ll go take care of things in the kitchen .
that would be lovely , thanks .
do you take milk or sugar with your tea ?
I ' ll take a little milk , but no sugar , please . Make sure you let the tea steep a few minutes before you take the tea bag out of the cup .
ok . What do you think about our living room ?
well , I do like the mantelpiece and the coffee table , but I don ' t really care for curtains . Did you get them at a yard sale ? They look ancient .
my parents gave them to us as a house warming gift .
oh dear . Well , I suppose they will do for now . do you ever dust in here ? It seems a bit dusty in here .
your daughter usually does the dusting , and I do the vacuuming .
I see . Well , I can help with the chores while I ' m here . You two could probably use my help .
that ' s very nice of you to offer . Here ' s your tea . Be careful , it ' s still quite hot .
Sure , if you're done !
All my games are so lame , Mom . When can I get a new one ?
Well , listen , Honey , you've been a big help lately ...
Right on . I'm gonna get a new game !
If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it .
I knew there would be a catch !
Nothing in life is free , Son .
Except housework , that is .
Yes , not bad . Like turn your cell phone ringer off and find a private place to make calls which it ' s showing your respect to your co-workers .
Well , but for this one , don ' t bring your cell phone to meetings , I think it is not reasonable . What if there are some important calls ?
Well , this one is not compulsory . It is just suggestion .
I didn ' t pay attention to that .
Sure . I'll do it after lunch . What length do you need ?
Can you take 15 mm of it ?
Yes , no problem . It'll be ready by 2 p . m .
I don ' t know ! This stupid old car started spewing white smoke and it just died on me . Luckily , I managed to start it up and drive it here . What do you think it is ?
Not sure yet . How about you pop the hood and we can take a look . Mmmm , it doesn ' t look good .
What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ' s brand new !
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
I've got a sore throat and my chest hurts .
Have you got a headache ?
Yes , I ache all over .
Are you coughing much ?
A little bit .
Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ?
It's gone completely .
Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take .
Is that all doctor ?
Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure .
Thank you , doctor . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Sure . What's playing ?
Well , Let me check the newspaper . What about The Terminal ?
Wow , it stars Catherine Zeta-Jones , my favorite actress .
Well , birds of a feather flock together . I like her too . She was in a lot of dramas .
She is so beautiful and elegant . And she is famous for her fine acting .
What's more , she doesn't have scandals . And she likes to take part in the charitable activities .
Who is the director ?
Steven Spielberg . Another superstar .
Yes , a legend , also . I still remember , his movies , Jurassic Park and Schindler's List got him nine Oscar awards in 1994 .
Can you introduce the story of The Terminal briefly ?
It tells a romantic and humorous love story .
This is really exciting movie . Lets go to this one .
I have a problem .
What is the problem ?
I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced .
Do you have enough money in your account ?
I think so .
Let me check that for you right now .
Okay . Thank you .
Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account .
You can ' t be serious !
That ' s what my records show .
I see . Thanks for your help .
Oh , I'm afraid I'll be busy tomorrow evening .
Some other time then ?
OK . Thanks for asking me .
Of course , pick up the receiver , hit a button and listen for a tone . Are you hearing it ?
Yes , now what do I do ?
Well , after you dial 9 on the keypad , you should hear the tone change .
No , nothing changed .
When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call my boss .
For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ?
I know a few extensions but I don't know them all .
You can always look an extension up on the company website .
Outlets have cheap cashmere sweaters .
What a splendid idea !
Outlets usually give you great deals .
Thanks for helping me .
You're welcome .
I can recommend the spare ribs . They are very tasty here .
Actually , I ate too much pork yesterday . I fancy a change .
Ok why don ' t you order the braised fish then ?
That sounds like a good idea . It looks very big though .
Don ' t worry . I ' ll help you eat it .
Yeah sure , it's much quicker . Do you know how ?
No , can I trouble you to lend me a hand ?
Ok , not a problem . Let's go to the station .
You have to buy a ticket first . You want to go to Shi Da , right ?
Yeah .
Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station .
Where is that ?
Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay .
Oh , that's simple enough .
Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform .
Anything else I should know ?
Just remember to hold on to your ticket . You need it to get out of the station when you get there .
It is a significant document for traveling abroad and visiting .
Oh . Where do I need to apply for a visa ?
There are passport processing center in many places . Visa is dealt with in embassies . You need to complete several forms and provide certain certificate .
Does it take a long time to get a visa ?
Not too long . 14 working days for a visa .
What materials do I need to provide ?
Your passport and ID card .
Yes , I'm still working there . But I really find my job boring . I'd like to change my job .
What sort of job do you have in mind ?
I think I'm quite fit for a driver .
But it's very tired .
I don't care .
What's your parents ' opinion ?
I haven't told them . Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation .
I don't know .
There is a maple leaf on the flag .
Someone ought to clean it today .
Mark should clean it . It's his turn .
No , he cleaned it last time . It's your turn .
No , it isn't . You always clean it after Mark .
Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow .
Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow .
Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow .
You are lazy . You ought to be ashamed ? You should enjoy working .
Well done !
I get along pretty well with most of them .
So how do you develop good relationships in the office ?
I think the key point is to be considerate of your co-workers ' feelings and needs and make a good working environment .
I think you ' re right , but it does seem that there are always a few coworkers that are harder to work with than others .
I agree , I think that that would be perfect !
I was thinking it could take place sometime in January .
That might be a little too cold for some people .
Yes , you are right .
What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot .
Yes , that would work out better .
You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone .
Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it .
Fine ! Well , I'll get right on it now !
Sure , but I have to tell you that I've become a vegetarian . I don't eat any kind of meat .
When did you decide to become a vegetarian ?
I saw a program a few months ago about how animals are raised for human consumption . I haven't been able to eat a single piece of meat since .
That's great . Do you find that you eat a lot more fruit and vegetables now ?
Definitely . I've also been buying organic fruit and vegetables , which is more expensive , but much better for you because they don't have any pesticides on them .
You've really turned into a health nut , haven't you ?
I guess you could say that . Eating fruit and vegetables helps keep you healthy . I've lost 5 pounds and I feel great !
How do you get enough protein in your diet ?
Well , I eat a lot more tofu , beans , nuts and some fish .
Well , don't worry about dinner . I'll only make vegetarian dishes for you . Do you like sushi ?
I prefer cooked fish to raw fish , but if you really like it , make it .
How about a spicy tofu and vegetable stir-fry ?
That sounds great . What time should I come over ?
Dinner will be ready at about 7:30 pm , so you can come over at 7 p . m .
Sounds good . See you there !
You too . Have you lost some weight ?
Yes , I took off 4 kilos . I am glad you notice it .
Not some crazy diet fat I hope .
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
Well done , Fred . Do you know something useful for our promotion for our I-series ?
OK , Let me see . I suppose we must strengthen our promotion , because our brand is still new to some consumers . Maybe we should start our advertising program with our local and overseas distributors simultaneously , because they stand on a better position for selecting the best ways to advertise in market places . Besides , the advertisement fund can encourage them to spend more attention on advertising our products .
That is a good idea to start with . I also think the mass media is also a good approach for advertising .
Yes , the mass media has wider influence . One of my classmates works in an advertisement company . I can get help and inspiration from him . And we can also try some less expensive approaches of advertising , such as on-line sales . Personally , I prefer to the on-line sales , for it is cheaper , faster and wider .
What're you going to buy ?
Sportshoes . Will you go with me ?
OK .
Yeah , the air is really fresh .
But it was not at all so fine yesterday .
Because it rained last night .
Did it ?
It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder .
I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing .
Well , it may rain again later today .
Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in .
There may also be a strong wind coming in .
It'll be dusty , too , I guess .
Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing .
Why is that ?
We've been planting trees for many years .
I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful .
But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer .
Then what about spring ?
Spring is warm and short in Beijing .
It must be cold in the winter , though .
You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold .
Thanks for reminding me .
You're welcome .
I partly agree with you . Buying stocks is not difficult , but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult . Even professionals don ' t find it easy , so be careful . Anyway , people like us need help with investing . Why not do some online research ? There are data , reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest . In addition , you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts .
Wow , you sound very professional .
I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner .
I'm in a good mood today , actually . How about you ?
To be honest , I'm a bit fed up .
What's wrong ?
There's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
Sure , but how ?
You can ask her out for drinks after work .
But for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
Then you've got a lot of work to do . You need to get her to notice you first .
Easier said than done .
You can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying ' hello ' to her .
But I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
That's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
Good luck !
I ' m very fond of you .
Yes , but do you love me ?
Why ? You mean a lot to me .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? Come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it
Yeah , I just cannot find it anywhere .
It must have been stolen by the few thieves . I ' ll get it back for you .
You are risking your neck . Don ' t you know they have guns .
Yes , I have obtained an accountant's qualification and a driver's license .
How long did it take you to get your driver's license ?
I spent a year to get my license .
It ' s a programme about islam . It ' s very interesting .
Wow ! So many people ! Where are they and what are they doing ?
They are muslims on a pilgrimage to mecca . Muslims call this pilgrimage haj .
Why do they go there ?
Muslims believe that every man who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life . Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith .
When muslims pray , they face towards mecca .
That ' s right . Unfortunately , so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed .
I heard about that . The pilgrims must walk around a large , sacred black stone .
That ' s right . That ' s when accidents often happen . The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims , to reduce the chances of accidents .
Pilgrimages are common in many faiths .
Yes . In England , Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages .
Isn ' t there a place in france where people go to get healed ?
I think that place is Lourdes . There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there .
Do you think that there is something magical about that place ?
Personally . I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them . I don ' t think place is magical in any way .
Yes , I do . I think that science is making us wiser . What do you think ?
I don ' t think you ' re right there .
I believe industry is making us wealthier .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
no idea . We've enjoyed both the natural scenery and the city sights . What else is there to see ?
what about a factory tour ?
you mean visit a factory ?
yes . I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which open to the public every weekend . We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry .
good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ?
I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour .
really ? What do the companies do that for ?
I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known .
oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors .
exactly .
do we need an appointment beforehand ?
I'll call the tourist information centre to check .
I'm off to Barcelona for a week .
do you have your passport with you ?
yes , here you go . I don't need a visa to go to Spain , do I ?
fortunately for you , you don't . Next time , if you have any questions about visas , you should try to find out before you get to the airport .
that's good advice .
would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
are there any seats available by the emergency exits ?
let me see here ... yes , there's one left .
ok . I'll take that one then .
alright . How many pieces of luggage are you checking in ?
I like to travel light so I just have this one .
if that's your only piece of luggage , it is small enough to carry on with you . Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive ?
yes , please . That's a fantastic idea . Which gate do I need to go to ?
you're here a bit early , so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour . Here's your boarding pass . Enjoy your flight !
My first grandchild .
And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
Why , Christine ? I think the one we have is fine .
For the amount of work we do on the computer these days , the one we ' re using is just too weak . We really need a higher model .
Well , I ' ll think about it . I don ' t know whether accounting is going to agree to such a big purchase .
Don't be angry , you lose money just to avoid misfortune .
Well , you can just comfort yourself like that .
I want to buy some cleansing milk . What would you recommend ?
Your complexion is on the oily side . I suggest you use cleansing gel .
Anything that can keep my skin clean will do .
How do you prefer this one ? It cleans thoroughly without striping your natural protective oil . The gentle formula keeps skin soft and healthy .
Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance .
We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it .
I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ?
Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic .
I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later .
Thank you very much , madam . Here are some samples of our products . Do try them out .
Just so so . Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time , so we decided to meet again tonight .
Oh , that's exciting . What does this guy look like ? Is he hot ?
Well , I didn't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! And we have so much in common . We like the same team , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Sure . Do you think that the total is wrong or that you got something marked wrong that should have been marked right ?
I think that the percentage is incorrect .
Let's just go over all of it to double-check .
Sure , let's do it .
Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ?
I don't see any mistakes .
OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score .
Yes , let's total it .
Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ?
Yes , you're right .
Well then , we are all straight . Have a good day and thanks for bringing that to my attention .
That ' s fine ... I need to pick up some stationary-you know , a stapler , scissors , files , who should I see about that ?
See Julie , the receptionist . She knows where all that stuff is kept . You might like a calendar for you desk . She can give you one of those too .
Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward su
I'm rather hungry now .
What would you like to have ?
Please give me a piece of pie first .
Which would you rather have , beef or chicken ?
Beef , please .
How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Do you want to take milk and sugar ?
Only black coffee .
No so good . I broke traffic regulations yesterday and I got a ticket .
Could you tell me how you dealt with it this time ?
Certainly , as long as you don't tell my wife .
That's because you cheated .
I never cheat .
Yes , you do .
I ' d love to , but you know I ' Ve got another appointment . I ' m really sorry .
I see . Then what about tomorrow , at Starbucks ?
I ' m afraid not , George . You gotta know something , I ' m not available any more . but I know Becky has a crush on ya .
Are you kidding me ? Becky ? She ' s a real bitch .
Yes ? How can I help you ?
Are these drinks on sale this weekend ?
Yes .
Can I buy more than one case ?
Yes . The limit is four per family .
Okay , I ' ll take four , please . You saved me a lot .
I know . This is a really good bargain .
Thanks .
No problem .
I am always on the look out for such girls .
I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them .
Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat .
I ' m in need of your services .
What do you need me for ?
I have a court date coming up .
What are you being charged with ?
It ' s the felony charge .
I ' m willing to provide my services .
What ' s your rate ?
I work for $ 150 an hour .
That ' s too high .
That ' s what I charge .
I ' ll hire you anyway .
I am so excited to be voting .
Do you know who you ' re going to vote for ?
I am so impressed with the candidate I ' m going to vote for .
What ' s so great about him ?
I feel that he is very intelligent .
Oh , really ?
Yes , and I agree with all his policies .
That ' s good to hear .
I think this man is going to be the next President .
I hope so .
I ' m going to make sure and get my vote in .
Better take the subway . It's faster , and more convenient .
OK , it will be a new experience for me .
We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway , especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ?
Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to . Here comes the train .
She is my dog . I like her very much .
What ' s her name ?
Her name is Fluffy . She is a sweet dog .
My dog has spots . He is very strong .
But I don ' t like big strong dogs .
yes , I was in my apartment in Beijing . Where were you ?
I was at home with my parents in New York City .
really ? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers ?
I didn't see the crash itself , but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents ' apartment building .
that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ?
no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos .
did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ?
yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers .
did he survive ?
unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower .
I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family .
it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own .
terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life .
I want it the way Peckham wears it .
Who is Peckham ?
Are you kidding me ? Even the girls know Peckham . Whatever , I have a picture of him here .
You are a big fan of him ! He has strong legs .
Sure , he is a soccer star .
Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ?
Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball .
But it's the same hairstyle .
It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture .
Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham .
He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right .
Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple .
Do it , please .
Yeah . It's boring . I'd rather read something more exciting .
I don't think the exam will be very hard .
You should change your attitude , or you will not pass the course .
Maybe you're right . I have been too lazy lately .
Hello , have a seat . I ' m Bill Gotcha . I am assuming you found your way here with no trouble ?
Actually , I am very familiar with the area so there was absolutely no problem .
I am curious as to why you want to leave your current employer .
I am interested in switching fields .
Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular .
I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task .
What are you not good at ?
I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself .
We appreciate hearing that about you !
Can you stay for dinner ? We'd love to have you join us .
It's really nice of you . Thanks !
I'll do my utmost if I am hired .
Do you have any short-term goals ?
No , that thought doesn't cross my mind .
Yes , I do . I think that science is making us wiser . What do you think ?
I don ' t think you ' re right there .
I believe industry is making us wealthier .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
The tall one ? Sure , that's Drive , he works with Lily .
He is cute . What dose he do ?
I'm not sure , he is a manager I think .
Really ? Are you going to introduce us ?
Well , he has already taken you know , that's his wife right there .
Your main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees .
Will I have the chance to take business trip abroad once in a while ?
Yes , you definitely will .
Well , there is air-conditioning . Did you see that window air conditioner there ? The problem is that the window unit isn ' t powerful enough .
I guess not , huh .
Well , I ' m going to move out anyway . The new apartment has central air-conditioning .
You should have moved out long , long ago .
Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ...
So how can you stand the heat ?
Well , I open the windows and ... and I ' Ve got an electric fan ere . It helps a little .
Yes , I liked it the first moment I pulled up to it .
I love the paint job !
If you like the outside , you are going to really love the inside .
What a beautiful home !
You ' ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new .
I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street .
Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it .
I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen .
The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom .
I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering !
Let ' s take a few pictures so that we can remember what we like about this home .
No , I don't really care too much for seminars ... I find them to be either boring ot useless . I mean , how much can you really learn in one afternoon ?
It's not just about the things that you learn , you know ... seminars are a really great opportunity to mingle and network with professionals in our industry from all over the nation . You can learn a few things , but more importantly , you rub shoulders with the business leaders and make contacts that could lead to potential sales or partnerships in the future . The social mixers are always more important than the seminars anyway .
I'm still not too jazzed about going ... I feel kind of awkward in those cocktail party situations .
Well , what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii ? Does that perk your interest ?
Now you're talking .
I will be hanged if I lying .
All right . But what was the trouble ?
My car run out of petrol .
No , you'll have to get off at the bank , and take a No . 50 .
Thank you . How much is the fare to that stop ?
One dollar .
How many stops are there ?
Two stops after this one .
Could you please tell me when we get there ?
Sure .
By the way , do I need a transfer again after No . 50 ?
No , a No . 50 will take you right there .
You moved to a new place ?
Yes , I have been busy emptying the packing boxes and cleaning up the mats . Right now , it looks like a home . I would like to have a small celebration party . Please do come .
Thank you for inviting me . Sounds lovely ! I would like to come . Where is your new apartment ?
It is in the DX community , Room 306 , No . 2 building . It is very easy to find . Just ask the guard at the entrance .
Who else will come ?
I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him .
Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ?
Yes , great . I am happy you are coming .
Eight to twelve in the morning , two to six in the afternoon .
Much better than mine .
What are your hours ?
Mine aren't fixed . Sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift .
Oh , I feel miserable . I've got a bad cold , My head is dizzy and my nose is running .
Oh , I'm so sorry to hear that . Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicines ?
As a matter of fact I have , The doctor said it'll go away after a day or two . He ' s prescribed me some tablets .
Are you feeling better ?
Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work .
Do you need anything , grocery ?
Oh , no , I'm fine . My refrigerator is piled up with food . But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read .
Sure , I'll get it for you . Books or magazines ?
I'd like both .
I ' m afraid what you were told is not quite right , if you could meet him in person , and you ' ll know he ' s very agreeable and capable .
Really ? I hope to meet him soon .
Are you serious ? Gambling is a vice industry built on deception and fed by the intentional exploitation of human weakness for the sole purpose of monetary gain ! It disgusts me .
What are you talking about ? How does it exploit people ?
Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
I'd be glad to tell you what I think .
Good ! I'm interested in your advice .
If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Oh , four or five . How much is the rent for this apartment ?
150 a month .
150 ? No , I'm not really interested in this place . It isn't big enough . It isn't near enough to my office .
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
Yes . I know exactly what he looks like .
I must ask you to pick him out of a line-up .
That won't be a problem .
Look closely at the five men in this line-up .
I am looking .
Do you see the suspect ?
Yes . He's in the line-up .
What number is the suspect ?
Number four .
Thank you for all your help .
It was no problem at all .
I can ' t seem to make a decision .
Where do you want to go ?
I honestly have no idea .
You haven ' t thought about it ?
I like it here at PCC .
Why don ' t you just continue going to PCC ?
I like that idea .
It ' s a great school .
I completely agree .
So , have you made your decision yet ?
I ' m staying right where I ' m at .
They are reports of our company .
Are they filed alphabetically ?
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
No , I haven't been registered .
Are you a medical or surgical case ?
I'm a medical case .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
would you like to live in the country ? I ' m not sure I ' d like it .
I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage . The problem is that , for me , each advantage has its own disadvantage .
What do you mean ?
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The two just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , but there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
How long have you had it ?
Almost a week .
I think you've got a cold .
What should I do ?
I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days .
Thank you .
I'll give you the boxes . You can then go to our gift-wrapping department .
Is it on this floor ?
It's on the first floor , to the right of the main entrance .
Thank you .
Have a nice holiday !
You , too . Thanks for your help .
Yeah , he has a good commend of computer skills . But ...
But what ?
But he is always talking big .
Yes .
She just broke up with her boyfriend .
Well , that happens . I hope she is all right .
But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department . It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday .
That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case .
Well , Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work , easier set them done . But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup .
Can I get a burger and a large fries ?
Sure . Anything to drink with that ?
A large coke , please .
Eating here or to go ?
Eating here , please .
That's 7 dollars and 25 cents . You can get free refills with your coke .
These price wars are disastrous for our bottom line . If they're charging 10 % less than we are , we've got to find a way to lower our price while keeping our profit .
Profits are almost nonexistent now , we can't beat their price . How do they keep their price so low ?
We can try to lower our cost of production then . We need a price that we can compete with , something comparable with the competition .
You really think we can make it ? I don't have much faith in our ability to lower the price again . We're no match for them , the competition will beat us hands down .
I haven ' t been involved in international business , so I don ' t have any experience .
What are you greatest strength ?
Honest , hardworking and responsible .
Does your present employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven ' t discussed my career plan with my present employer , but I am sure he will understand .
She is now in a private school .
Oh , it costs too much . It's more expensive than the public school .
It's idea of my husband . He is always banging the drum for better schools .
But the private school don't amount to better schools .
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation !
That ' s right ! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest .
What does that mean ?
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
What a great idea !
January would be a good month for a mountain retreat .
I like the mountain idea , but I am not so sure about the month of January .
You know , now that I think about it , you might be right .
April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements .
That is a good suggestion .
We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them .
Yeah , that would let us know what would work best .
I'll put the survey online this afternoon .
Yes . What can I do for you ?
I came about your advertisement for a senior production planner .
What ' s your name ?
My name is Li Jean .
You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ?
Yes , seven years .
What degree do you have now ? :
Master of Marketing Management .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes . I worked at AB Company .
Why are you interested in the position ?
Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position .
All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ?
That's very good .
I need the haircut . But you seem so busy today .
Yes , it is , busy today . We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend . Would you like to take a sit , and wait for a while , please ?
Ok , but how long I have to wait , it is going to be more than 30 minutes .
It should be around that , if you like , please for a free to read the magazine while you are wait .
Thank you .
Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr . Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you .
Ok , thanks .
Why do you think so ?
Because I feel tired all the time , even when I wake up in the morning . I find it very difficult to do any work . I have no appetite .
How do you sleep ?
Very badly , doctor .
Are you worried about anything ?
Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake .
Well , there's nothing much wrong with you . You're under too much pressure .
I want a job in which I can use English , I would also like to be able to have some responsibility in my work .
I really appreciate that I would expect my secretary to be able to work independently and take over some of my ordinary responsibilities , such as answering routine correspondence , taking phone calls for me and sometimes assisting me with personal affairs .
Yes , I see . In my previous job , I did typing and filing everyday .
Have you had any experience as a guide ?
Well , not exactly , but I have shown some of my foreign friends around Beijing .
Once in a while we have visitors from abroad and I would like to be able to ask my secretary to take them shopping and sightseeing .
I think I would like that .
I ' m afraid we ' re in for a rough weekend , Marry . There is a storm system moving through the East Coast . It will be drizzling all day today , and there ' s a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this evening . It will be warm and humid all weekend . In the Midwest , expect strong winds and a low of around 40 degrees .
That ' s pretty chilly for the summer ! Will it rain on Saturday ?
Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast . Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding , especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls .
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather , but at least the sun will come out . I advise weekend travelers to be careful , especially while driving . Back to you , Mark .
Thanks John , and there you have it ! Looks like it ' s a weekend to stay at home !
Can you stay a little longer ?
I'm sorry , but I can't .
I ' m great . Thanks .
Did you need something ?
I need your help .
How may I help you ?
I need to find this newspaper article .
Have you checked the periodicals section yet ?
I forgot about that section .
If you ' d like , I can show you were to find it .
Could you do that ?
Follow me .
Thank you for all your help .
OK . Here you are .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't .
Any cigarette , liquor ?
Yes , I have two cartons of cigarettes , one bottle of whisky .
What's this white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of these ? Let me taste it .
Yes , sir . Go ahead . Here you are .
Well ... alright . I guess I have a minute .
Do you know about the Bucky Card ?
I've heard about it , but I don't really know about it .
The Bucky Card is a great way for you to save money while you have a good time here at school . It gives you discounts on all kinds of things . Movies , pizza , clothing , school supplies .
What about beer ?
The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer . But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges . So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee .
That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ?
Usually it's two dollars off the cover price .
And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ?
This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts . And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet . The Bucky Card has just started . Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program . It ' s a great way for students to save money !
Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet . Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time . And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ?
It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card .
Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper .
But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year .
Yeah , maybe . Alright . Give me an application form .
Good afternoon ! Sit down , please . How are you ?
I'm very well , thank you . How are you ?
Very well too , thank you very much . Isn ' t it a lovely day ?
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
No , what ?
Well , apparently he had too much to drink and got into some kind of trouble . Typical , isn't it ?
Oh , no . What kind of trouble ?
Well , I don't know the details , but ...
I cannot dance , you know . I have't such a talent .
Just for fun , not for showing . What do you worry about ?
Nothing . I have told you before that I won't go to the party and that's flat .
But ... OK .
Welcome to ABC Company . We have been expecting you , please have a seat . I will call him .
Thank you .
Mr . Thomas will be here very soon . In the meantime , may I ask all of you to sign in so that I can issue your passes ?
Should each of us write separately ?
Yes , please . Please print your name and company name , and the person you are going to see .
Yes . Can you show me the menu , please ?
Of course . Here you are .
Then , what's special tonight ?
Our seafood is fresh . I recommend shrimp with garlic .
All right . We'll have some seafood and vegetables .
Let's order something to eat . What are you in the mood for ?
I'll have whatever you're having .
OK . How about some spring rolls and squid balls , some pork skins , and some beer !
Well ... the beer sounds good !
Sure . Let's see it .
Here you are .
What size of prints would you like to have ?
Regular will be fine . How long will it take ?
Only four hours .
Good . I'll come back in the evening .
Thank you very much , David . It's an excellent birthday gift .
I know how to use the telex machine , the photocopier , and the word processor . By the way , I took a computer course in university .
Where do you want to be in five years ?
I want to be a manager .
Very good . Any questions ?
Nothing . I think I'll take the job .
What kinds do you have ?
Oh , we have quite a regular , cold perm , straight perm , pin curl and foam .
Last time I tried a pin curl perm and a foam permanent . Set the wave a little looser than usual , please .
What's wrong with it ?
There is a charge on my card that I didn't make .
Can you tell me what the charge was ?
It's for a purse that cost $ 350 .
Are you positive that you didn't buy the purse ?
I can't even afford a purse that expensive .
I'm very sorry . When was this purchase made ?
I was at work , but the purchase was made at 3
We're going to investigate this claim .
OK . Do I have to pay for this charge ?
You won't have to pay for anything .
Where is your store located ?
We are on Nanjing Road , next to the theatre .
Right , I'll be right over .
I'd like a pair of sports shoes .
Well , we have all kinds of sports shoes . Could you tell me what kind of sport you usually do ?
I just like jogging .
OK , then you can buy a pair of jogging shoes . Here are jogging shoes . Which pair do you like best ?
Er ... , that blue pair . I need size 43 , please .
Here you are . You can try them on .
Very comfortable . I'll take them .
Thank you , Lisa .
Here is a present for you . I hope you like it .
Oh , great ! I love it ! You know I've been expecting this for a long time .
I'm very glad to hear that .
Come here ; let me introduce some friends to you .
I need to return a book .
Can I do anything else for you ?
I want to check these books out .
Is that all ?
That ' s all .
May I see your library card , please ?
It ' s right here .
Will that be all for today ?
Yes . That ' s it .
These are due back in two weeks .
All right . Have a good night .
You say how high can be exciting ?
The highest bungee spot in the world is located in Mount Kikicama , South Africa , which is 216 meters high . A cable car in a scenic spot in Switzerland is 160 meters high .
I know that Frenchmen installed the Bungee cord between two tall buildings .
It is said that Bungee was originally a grown-up ceremony of the indigenous people of New Guinea . People stood on branches of the tree , which was over 30 meters high . Their feet were fastened with canes and they jumped off from where they stood . When they almost reached the ground , they suddenly stopped to prove their bravery and express that they were able to endure the hardships of life independently .
Luckily there is no such kind of ' grown-up ceremony ' any more .
Honey , don't tell me that you forgot our anniversary , did you ?
Oh , my dear , how can I forget such an important day ? I was just kidding . Look at this box .
What's in it ?
Have a guess .
A necklace ?
No .
I have no idea .
Open it now .
Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you !
You're welcome , honey . I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future .
Why don't you ask your husband to help you with it ?
I've tried it , but he would have none of it .
I am sorry , sir , it's for 4 persons to have . I think it's too large for you .
Would you please make it for a single person ?
Sorry , sir . We have never done that before .
Can I use my green pad again to write you admiring notes ?
We'll have to negotiate that . It's a possibility .
You miss me , don't you ?
Don't push your luck , Dave .
OK , I'm in . When do I start ?
As soon as you can get here . We'll be waiting for you .
I'm fine , Dr . Beecham . Yes , just a cleaning and check-up today .
Oh , fine . Let's take a look .
( She probed my teeth and checked my gums . ) Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We need to fill that cavity before it gets any worse and the crown needs to be refitted . Make an appointment for next week and I'll take care of them .
Okay , I'll do that , but my crown was just put on last year . Will my dental insurance cover the work ?
Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work .
Thanks , doctor .
The cat has eaten my fish , I'll kill it .
But supposing your son killed like the fish , what do you think then ?
I'll beat him .
So beat the cat , but don't kill it .
No kidding ?
My brother won a free trip and he's taking me .
You can't beat that .
Big time ! A hacker broke into the company's files and got all her personal information . You really think it's completely safe ?
Well , maybe not 100 percent . I did hear about some tricks people use .
Now we're getting to the truth .
There are shills . A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale .
See ? And I bet that's easy to do online . Everybody's anonymous .
You're so careless , Billy .
Sorry , Mum , I'll lock it right away .
I've done it for you .
It's fine today .
What was the weather like yesterday ?
It rained all day yesterday . The weather was awful last week .
What will the weather be like tomorrow ?
It's going to be sunny tomorrow .
OK . This way , please .
How much is it all together ?
Let me see . 100 dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Sorry . You can only pay in cash .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you . Do you need the invoice ?
Yes . And can you pack the things up , please ?
Sure . I'll get right on it .
Who cares ?
Yes . May I help you ?
May I introduce myself ?
Yes .
I ' m a new student in the school . My name ' s John .
Nice to meet you , John .
It ' s a pleasure to meet you , Miss Green .
Kobi Bryant and Shaquille O ' Neal , they are the Los Angeles Lakers ' star players .
Oh .
Wait a second . He shoots , he scores !
All right !
Here comes Jordan , though .
Wow , Michael Jordan ' s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch .
Yeah . He ' s older , so he doesn ' t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ' s still amazing .
Which team do you think will win ?
The Lakers . Jordan is the only good player Washington has .
Sure , let me give you an application . You can fill it out right here at the counter .
OK , here it is .
Let me take a look at this for you . May I have your driver's license , please ?
Here's my license and form .
You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ?
Yes , I know what to do .
The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout .
OK .
Thank you for joining the library ; we look forward to serving you .
I am . I just went to the travel agent ' s and picked up these brochures .
Where are you planning on going ?
I fancy going to Tibet for a few days . Have you ever been there ?
I went a long time ago , before they built the new train that can take you there .
Would you recommend going there for a few days ?
Personally , I think it ' d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ' t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital .
You ' re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ?
It ' s a beautiful city , but I think it ' s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ?
I ' d like to get away from the big city life .
Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing .
I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ' t so far away .
Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ' s the phone number .
Thanks , I ' ll give them a call later .
It's fun .
Don't be that negative .
How can you be optimistic ? You can see it in their eyes .
I find it there is no meaning in living this world .
Don't be that negative .
Really , life is so boring .
Just for a few weeks . I need this vacation . You ' ll be all right . You know the project we ' re working on , and you ' re a good scientist . Don ' t worry . I ' ll be back as soon as I spend or gamble all my money .
Gambling ? Where ?
Las Vegas . I find gambling relaxing . I don ' t take it seriously , the way some people do . Besides , I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town . The casinos never close , you know .
If you gamble all night , you ' ll run out of money in a few days .
May I see your ticket and photo ID ?
Yes , here's my ticket and my driver's license .
Are these your bags ?
Yes , they are .
Have you been asked to carry anything for a stranger ?
No .
Have you maintained full control of your possessions while in the airport ?
Yes , I have .
Are you serious ?
Yes , I mean it .
But why ? Did I do anything wrong ?
No , we are just too different . This relationship isn't going anywhere .
Hey , come on . It's too early to say that . We can fix things .
I have thought about it for a long time . I think it's time to move on for both of us .
But I still love you .
I'm sorry .
I knew this would happen some day ...
Then why didn't you talk to me ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna ...
I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but let's try to forget that and be friends .
Have you made the decision yet ?
I think we'll be better off if we are apart .
Then shall we keep pure friendship ?
Sure , let's just be friends .
I see . It's on top of the hills .
Yeah , it stretches over for thousands of miles .
I know . It's a major symbol of China .
Where can we climb it ?
Do we have any choices ?
Well , we could take the cable car .
Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think .
Okay . Let's go .
Well , that was tough .
But we made it .
This looks great . When was it built ?
It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago .
That's remarkable .
There are so many ancient relics in China .
We just moved in yesterday , actually .
So , what do you think about the place ? Are you glad that you moved in ?
It's great ! Unfortunately , we're going to spend a fortune doing everything up .
How old is the house then ?
It's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history !
Sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ?
It's just off of the ring road .
Do you have a big yard ?
It's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back .
Is your house well-lit ?
Oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house .
How many rooms does your house have ?
Right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest bedroom is ready , you should come and stay with us for a weekend .
I'd be up for that !
Hi , Lin Tao . I have't seen you for some time .
How's life going , Zhang Lin ?
Yes , the same as ever , thanks . What about you ?
Pretty good , thanks . I'm going to see my uncle .
Good bye then , and keep in touch .
Good bye .
Young people enjoy pop songs more .
It's just like listening to a language which you know nothing at all .
But you don't have such a problem as to pop songs .
Hi , David . What a beautiful necklace ! Dude , I ' Ve never seen anything like it .
Well , you can have it for eleven hundred -- as a friend .
I think seven hundred is enough .
What ? Seven hundred ?
Well , eight hundred , then ?
No , one thousand at least .
Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed !
You ' re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right .
Here you are , sucker !
Victory for me , I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday !
Coffee , please .
So , you also like Coffee ?
Yes , of course . I can't go through a day without coffee in the morning .
Me too , but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it , as it's not very healthy .
I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver .
But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction
I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory .
Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine !
Maybe you are right to some extent .
You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel .
Maybe I could have a try .
Oh yeah , that sounds pretty cool , I guess ...
Yeah , I'm really into video games . In fact , all my friends are on the Internet . I've never met any of them in the real world .
Oh really ... well you must be very popular on the Internet . But it's true that it's nice to do some things in the comfort of your own home .
Yes , there are many cities where it's almost always warm . San Diego , for example .
Are there any other cities where it's always hot ?
Many . Most of the cities in the southern part of the United States are hot all year .
But why do so many people live there ?
Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time .
Are there any cities where it rains a lot ?
Several . Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon .
Tell us about some cold cities .
In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter . Boston and Chicago are two of them .
Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ?
Oh , no . On the contrary , there are many beautiful days , especially in the spring and fall .
Well , I think you look very pretty in your polka dot purple dress with your hair piled at the rear . That makes you very graceful and mysterious .
Yeah , that's a good idea . Let me try it .
Remember to match it with your glittering star-shaped necklace . Very attractive on formal occasions .
Do I look more mature in the highheel shoes ?
Sure , more elegant and taller .
I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color .
If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you .
Thank you .
Fine , thanks .
Are you sure you're all right ? You look a bit worried today . Is anything wrong ?
Well , yes , there is something wrong actually . Perhaps you can give me some advice .
Of course , if I can .
Well , last night when I returned from the theatre , I found that I'd lost my wallet .
Oh dear ! That's terrible ! What was in your wallet ?
Well , some money . of course , my visa , all my identity cards and some photos .
Well , if were you , I'd go to the police station straight away and report it .
Yes , I've already done that , and they said they'd look for it . But we're leaving soon and I need my visa and identity cards badly .
Oh dear ! What a pity ! Are you sure you lost the wallet in the theatre ?
Yes , quite sure .
I think you should put an advertisement in the China Daily , saying when and where you lost it .
But that takes too long .
Wait a minute ! My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to the theatre . I'll telephone him and ask him to go there to inquire about it . You'd better have breakfast now and I'll meet you later .
Nothing really , why , what ' s up ?
If you are free , maybe you can get having for my birthday party , it should be fun .
Sounds great , i ' d very much like having something thanks , when ?
Around six pm .
Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating .
No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer .
Ok , I will see you again .
Great . I have a good day , thanks again for the offer .
I would like to book a table for five at 7:00 tonight .
May I have your name , please ?
Michael .
OK , Sir . We will arrange it for you .
His girlfriend broke up with him .
No wonder ! I'd be unhappy , too .
hi , bob . I ' m reading a biography ?
who ' s it about ?
it ' s about bob Dylan .
who is he ?
he ' s a famous American musician .
who ' s the author ?
it was written by Howard sounds .
what do you think about it ?
it ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot form reading it .
can I read it when you ' re done ?
sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
how many chapters does the book have ?
there are 15 chapters in total .
when do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
thanks . Charlie !
no problem . Bob .
I need to see your ID .
I think I forgot it in the car .
You need to give me your ID and $ 27 .
I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now .
Go get it .
Here you go .
All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out .
May I borrow your pen ?
Here's a pen for you .
Thanks for your help .
You need to turn that in at Window B .
Would you show me your notice ?
Here you are .
Please endorse it first . Do you have identification ?
Yes , here is my ID card .
Sure , Stacy . Let me just grab my coat .
Thanks . I appreciate the hand . I ' d have to make two or three trips on my own .
Don ' mention it . I ' m glad to help .
Thanks so much . Miss , I believe I ordered my eggs scrambled , and these are fried .
Sorry , your friend over there ordered fried eggs , and I gave you his by mistake .
Oh yeah . Here , I will just trade with him .
Here are your pancakes , madam .
But I ordered waffles !
Oh , I am so sorry !
That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back .
Good , sir . I will take care of that right away .
Thank you so much !
Good afternoon , Mr . Black . Haven't seen you for a long time . Can I help you ?
Can I see Mr . Cooper , your manager now ?
Let me see if he is free . Would you please sit down and wait for a moment ?
All right .
The manager will come to see you in a few minutes .
Thanks a lot , Mrs . White .
You are welcome .
I ' Ve looked at your units , and I am very happy with them . Your goods are all far above standard quality .
We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better . We don ' t sacrifice quality for quick profits .
Well , we ' re really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want .
That ' s great . I ' m glad we ' ll be able to do business together . I ' ll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . Also , would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor ' s report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
Sure . How about this one ?
Is this the latest edition ?
Yes . We have both the paperback and the hardcover .
What's the difference ?
The hardcover is more expensive .
Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please ,
Certainly , do you have your school schedule ? The books are arranged by course number and instructor .
Oh , I see . Thank you .
Er ? I am driving right now . Can you call back in 30 minutes ?
Sure .
Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ' re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ' re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week .
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text it to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
I really love this kind of atmosphere .
An impressive officer is vital to the image projected by the company .
There are people everywhere . What's that girl doing ?
She is dealing with customers and driving up new business . The guy next to her is in charge of their office computer network .
And what about that man there ?
He is our accountant .
I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees .
Indeed , they are . Keeping staff happy is the only way to keep them with the company .
No , not really .
Why is that ? It is called real art .
Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves .
Yeah , that makes sense .
I told you so .
Hi , John ! I haven't seen you for ages .
Yeah , I've been out of town .
So how have you been ?
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Have you tried an outlet ?
Why didn't I think of that ?
Many of my friends shop at outlets .
Thanks . That is a good suggestion .
I'm only too happy to help .
Oh , don ' t talk to me about last night ! It was the most awful evening I ' Ve ever had .
Why ? What happened ?
Well . Mary had promised to be my date , but she stood me up . I waited for her for a full hour in the cold wind .
What about the party ?
It was boring . The music was too slow and the food was lousy and , above all , I was really sick of the same old crowd all the time .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn ' t wait to get out of there .
On that day , people play all kinds of tricks on others , and the one easily taken in is called April fool .
April fool !
April the first is coming . Be careful !
Turn left at the second light and then go straight for two blocks .
Is it far ?
No . It's only a five-minute walk . You can't miss it .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
not really . Quite boring right now , actually . Mostly infomercials and public service announcements .
why don't you turn off the TV and get outside ? You need to get some fresh air .
I know , I know . But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes . It's the series finals , and I wouldn't miss it for the world !
Really ? What's the series about ?
well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it .
it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth .
I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results .
really ? that's interesting !
yeah . Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good .
OK , I'll give it a go .
Oh , really ?
The point is that she has been persuading me to lose weight too .
Well , it's a good thing for you .
Good ? Yes , it's good for her but not for me . You see , she tells me that I'll feel better about myself if I slim down . She keeps giving me newspaper clippings about the latest miracle diet and insists that I join a health club , as she has .
So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ?
I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food .
junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat .
But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous .
Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it .
Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring .
Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit .
Well , that sounds better than giving it up .
I'd like to open a new account .
have you filled out an application form ?
yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ?
yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
that's very convenient .
it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
the maximum is $ 1000 .
is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
thank you very much .
you're welcome .
That movie's just a lot of noise , same as Simon .
Oh , what happened , Carole ?
I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get to class .
I'm afraid you're going in the opposite direction . Go back the way you came , and take the second turn on the left . The museum is straight ahead , right in front of you .
Will it take me long to get there ?
Well , it's about fifteen minutes ' walk .
Which bus goes there ?
You may take a No . 34 bus . And the subway can also take you there .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
I don't know yet . What's your idea , Dad ?
I'm thinking of taking you and Peter swimming . What do you think ?
Dad ! It's cold now !
But swimming in the winter is good for your body . Believe me .
Can I help you ?
Sure . Can I get to the central department stall this way ?
uh ... Yes . Turn right , then take the second turning on your left .
Is it far ?
It ' s about fifteen minutes ' walk . That ' s all .
And do you know where the national bank is ?
Yes . It ' s on this street . Keep walking for two blocks and it ' s on the corner on the right .
Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Good luck .
Thank you . I won ' t miss it .
I think our smoked fish will be to your taste .
OK , I'd like to try it today .
Not anymore . Now I work nine hours a day , and I get a good sleep almost every night . No more burning the candle at both ends .
No , you do not have to . The handbag can be taken with you . There is the cart at the entrance .
Thank you . I'd tike to buy some milk powder for my baby . Is there anything that you can recommend for me ?
Well , how old is your baby ?
No more than three .
The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand .
How about its quality ?
You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum .
OK , what is this ?
It is feeding-bottle as the free gift .
It is thoughtful . I will take it .
He said his present job seemed to be a blind alley .
If he doesn't change his attitude toward work , I don't think a new job can make any difference .
I want my hair cut .
How would you like your hair cut ?
I'm not sure . What do you suggest ?
Well , how about like this ?
I don't like it . It's outdated .
Okay . How about this style ?
It seems a little too wild .
Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ?
I want a haircut just like that kind .
OK , I see .
Oh no ! Evaluations ! You can tell that's not my favorite job ; I haven't even started yet . When is the deadline for turning in thecompleted forms ?
Well , you do still have three weeks . But remember the employee must sign them , too . Filling them in is nothing - it's meetingwith the employees that takes so much time .
I never know how to rate the employees ' work . Of course attendance and productivity are easy , I just look at the sales figures .
So it's the subjective criteria like team building and colleague support that you find hard ?
Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ?
I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion
Great idea . And after all , that's the whole point of an evaluation . I almost can't wait to give it a try .
What size do you take ?
I'm sorry . I don't know .
I'll measure you . . . You take size 6 . What colour hat would you like ?
Brown , please .
Here are some nice brown hats . Try this hat on . It ' s a very good one .
Yes , I like this one . It goes very well with my coat . How much is it ?
It's $ 9 . 95 . Do you want me to put it in a box ?
Have you a bus tour ? I have one day left so I think the best way is to take a bus tour .
That's right . The bus tour is really efficient and cheap .
What time does the next bus leave ?
9 : OO . Don't worry , Miss , we have buses every 15 minutes .
Yes , Friday I have a class right after work .
Oh . What about Saturday ? Are you free then ?
Saturday my parents are coming to town . What's up ?
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No . Did you want to go do something ?
Yes ! Yes ! I want to take you to dinner .
Oh ! That sounds great ! How about six o'clock ?
I feel the same way .
It must be dreadful to grow old .
Yeah . He has no one to count on .
Do you know what the weather will be tomorrow ? We are planning to climb the mountain .
Let me see , oh it's a sunny day . You will have a nice trip tomorrow .
I hope so . Thank you .
Quite well , Tom . And you ?
Just fine , thank you . How ' s your father today ?
He's much better today .
I'm glad to hear that . Bye .
See you later .
Certainly . Let ' s to and meet him now .
You're so kind .
All of the produce is in aisle A .
Are bananas on sale today ?
Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person .
Not much . Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time that we decided to meet again tonight .
Oh , that's exciting . What's this guy like ? Is he hot ?
Well , I ddin't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Thirty bucks a record . Or five for one hundred and twenty bucks .
Uh , I'm not sure . Are these all in good condition ?
Absolutely . I bought them from the King's estate myself ! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks .
I don't really need five .
OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer .
Oh , why not ? I'll take ' em .
May I see some identification , sir , please ?
Sure . Here you are .
Thank you so much . Have you got a credit card , Mr . Sandals ?
I sure do . How about American Express ?
Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA .
No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA .
Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ?
Yeah , that'll be fine .
That's great . This is your key , sir . If you need anything at all , anytime , just dial zero .
For what time , sir ?
Around 8: 30 p . m .
May I have your name please , sir ?
Yes , Anthony Fox .
Mr . Fox , we'll hold the table for you for ten minutes . Please be sure to arrive before 8: 40 .
She's the one who saved the life of my son at the beach last year .
Oh , no wonder you're so respectful to her .
Good for you . Did you use Paypal ?
Yeah . It was so easy and super-fast , once I figured it out .
That's the beauty of it , and the danger .
I should get the items within a week . But in the meantime I'm bidding on a digital video camera .
How much ?
Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months .
Mmmm , sounds like risky business . Good luck .
That's no problem at all , but could you fill in this and I'll need to see some ID .
Here you go . Is there a minimum amount I need to pay in ?
Yes , there needs to be at least 1 RIB paid in to open a new account . Also , you will need to choose a secret identity code to ensure no one else can enter your account .
OK , how long does it need to be ? I'm not very good with remembering long numbers .
Just 6 digits .
What is it ?
Could you possibly give me a lift home ?
All right .
Are you sure ? I don't want to inconvenience you .
No problem . I'd be happy to .
Thanks . I really appreciate it . Thanks so much .
I ' m sorry . She ' s in a meeting right now .
I see .
Can I give her a message for you ?
Yes , please tell her I stopped by .
And your name , please ?
Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ?
Certainly .
I was planning to go to Beijing first and then go to northwest China ! Looks like I'm in trouble .
Definitely . I heard Beijing was experiencing seven degree strong winds ! That is nearly a record high !
No way ! I don't think I've ever encountered winds that strong ! Are the storms affecting land and air transportation ?
Absolutely ! I don't think any planes are going anywhere . The sand being blown around has cut visibility in Beijing to less than 100 meters . But inseems Gansu Province is being hit the hardest .
That's exactly where I was planning to go !
Well , this storm originated in the plateaus in northwest China . At the moment , that area is calmer .
I would if I could .
Why can't you ?
Because I have other obligations .
Why ?
Her father is dying .
Oh , that ' s very sad .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
That must be a long love story .
Yeah . They promised to stick together forever when they were young .
They have made it . Will our love last 50 years ?
I don ' t know .
Hi . We'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account , please .
OK , do you have the relevant materials ?
Yes , yes , we do . Right here .
Right . You have a choice of account , we provide USD , HAD , JOY and GAP accounts . Which do you want to go for ?
We will go for the US dollar account .
OK , I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted .
I would be happy to answer any questions you might have .
My paycheck seems to be smaller than the one I received last week .
What about income ? Did you make any money during that period ?
My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period .
When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ?
Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form .
What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away .
I am not going to show any income from now on then .
I wouldn ' t do that if I were you . There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements .
It leaves at 8
I see . Are there any seat available ?
Just a moment please . Yes . You can have a seat .
Good . How much is it when we take it ?
It thirty-eight dollars .
All right . Here ' s forty dollars .
Here ' s your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate No . 2 please .
Thank you very much .
Don ' t mention it .
Sure . At what time ?
9:45 , please . We want a table next to the window .
I am sorry , sir . We are booked until 9:10 .
In that case , please help us reserve a table for 4 at 9:00 .
Of course I remember , actually , I am very surprised you remembered , I thought for sure you would forget .
How could I ever forget ? I even bought you roses because I love you .
They are so beautiful . I love them , and I love you too .
You are more beautiful than the roses .
I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married .
Yes , we are match made in heaven .
I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are .
Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too .
Yes we did .
I love you , happy anniversary .
I love you , happy anniversary .
No , I haven't .
You should study before you take it .
I have been studying .
Why don't you take the test ?
Do you know if it costs any money to take it ?
Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again .
All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ?
No , the test skips a lot of things in the book .
Did you pass it the first time that you took it ?
No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard .
Well , I hope that I do well .
oh , Iris , it ' s about the job with the PR company .
it ' s a great opportunity . You should be happy with the offer .
but my mother won ' t allow me to accept any part-time job . I ' m afraid she will say no again .
why ? It ' s unfair . You can learn a lot from it .
she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ' t be able to focus on my studys .
that may be true . But I ' m sure you ' re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ?
I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ' m a senior now , I don ' t want to miss the chance this time .
I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind .
I ' ll try , but what if she insists ?
just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job .
do you think it will work ?
sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try .
ok , I ' ll do that . Thank you , Iris .
sure . Good luck , Maria !
Yes , I've been thinking about visiting you . I hope to get some advice from you .
Which country do you want to go to ?
My field is electronic engineering . Which country do you think I should go ?
Were I in your position , I ' d go to America .
Which university should I apply to ?
There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper .
Oh , I see . Thank you very much .
Yes .
Oh , good . Transfer , please .
Sure .
Please let me know when we get there .
It sounds like you're from out of town .
As a matter of fact , I'm from Taiwan .
I'm sure you'll like Fisherman's Wharf . It's a popular tourist spot . Be sure to try the seafood there .
I will . Thanks .
Yes , the weather sure is nice today .
I love it when the weather is like this . Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch ?
That sounds like a good idea . The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado ; but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
Well , well , Mike . Fancy meeting you here .
Small world , isn't it ?
Yes , I haven't seen you for four years . How time flies !
I'm falling in love .
What ! With who ?
That girl in my econ class . She is so hot .
Did you guys go on a date already ?
No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love .
Does she have a boyfriend ?
I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy .
Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date .
I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then .
So why do you think you're in love ?
She's the only thing I can think of all day long .
That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week .
Aright . I'll talk to you later .
As your realtor , I am here to take care of this process . How much were you planning on offering ?
I really like the house and will pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars .
We want to leave ourselves some bargaining room . Let ' s offer three hundred and twenty thousand dollars .
That sounds good , but I don ' t want this house to get away from me .
The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one .
When will we know if they accept the offer ?
The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days .
Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ?
You are already pre-qualified for your loan , so you are in good shape .
No , I first came here 1995 .
Oh , really ? And you are from the State , right ?
Well , I am from Canada . Actually .
Oh , I am so sorry .
That ' ok . That's happens all the time .
I don't know . You know what they say about office romances .
No , I don't . What do they say about office romances ?
They say you shouldn't mix love and work .
That's silly . What I do on my own time is no one else ' s business . Besides , it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here .
You ' Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me .
People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact .
That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity .
If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other .
You are sounding like we are already married .
Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry .
Well , I don't feel right about it .
I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime .
Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ?
I like company .
Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus !
What can I say ? I am a passionate guy .
Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about .
You want to go out with me and you know it .
In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do .
Ok , I get the message . Hey , do you have any sisters ?
O . K . Let me see . That will be $ 104 . 99 .
The price tag says $ 99 . 99 .
Yes , miss , but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland .
Oh , of course . How silly of me to forget .
No problem . How would you like to pay for these ?
I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are .
$ 110 . 00 , your change is $ 5 . 01 . Thanks very much .
Thank you .
Does it come with a modem ?
Yes , it has a built-in modem . You just plug a phone line into the back of the computer .
How about the monitor ?
A 15 - inch monitor is included in the deal . If you want , you can switch it for a 17 - inch monitor , for a little more money .
That's okay . A 15 - inch is good enough . All right , I'll take it .
No , thanks . I have had enough .
What about some drink ?
Please bring me a cup of coffee .
Thank you . I have been working on it for several years .
Well , your time has been well spent !
It also helps that I have strong team members , such as yourself . You really know your stuff !
Thanks , but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing !
What's so great about it ?
What do you mean ? It's a scrim .
Not to me , I wouldn't be caught dead in that .
I love that kind of stuff .
Yeah , you seem to like those styles .
Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk .
This one looks really expensive though .
I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it .
Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke .
I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week .
Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary .
Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ?
Just joking , T . I've got some wonderful clothes . Let's go and have a close look at your outfit .
Aah ! Close your eyes . You aren't supposed to see this .
Ah ha ! I caught you . Just let me peek . I won't tell anyone .
You can't peek ! This is a surprise .
How about one little hint ?
Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree .
That's a very good hint .
And please shut the door and lock it behind you !
What ? That would be to cut off your nose to spite your face .
Then what shall we do ?
Call the police .
Really ? Do I look happy all the time ?
All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers .
Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ' s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
what ' s wrong , Jim ?
I called the electronics shop to find out what time they close , and it took me twenty minutes to get what I wanted !
Twenty minutes just to find out what their business hours are ?
yes . They have some sort of digital receptionist . So when I called in , a machine told me to push a button for the department I wanted to be transferred to .
Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person . What did you do ?
I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information .
Couldn ' d you choose to be transferred to a real person ?
Eventually I did get to a real person . I found out the closing time , but by then the store had already closed !
Don't worry . No big deal . Just a common cold .
Mom called just now saying that she and Dad will be back later . Do you want to speak to them on phone ?
No . You can never count on the grown-ups when there is something .
Whatever . Have a drink of water .
Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already .
Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit .
Do we ? Where is it ?
Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it .
Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on .
Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no !
What's the new strike ?
Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration .
Poor me !
Excuse me . What did you say ?
A chinese girl have broken the world record in the Olympic Games
That's incredible . I cann't believe it .
You have to . It's sure .
How amazing !
Yes , we've got a very tender new shipment from the mainland . It is a weekend special .
How much is it a pound ?
One pound and fifty pence a pound .
Good . I'll get three pounds of it .
Here it is . Four pounds and fifty pence in all .
Yes , I ' Ve come to inquire about a 6,000- dollar remittance from California . Has it arrived ?
May I have your name , please ?
My name is Jenny Clinton .
I see . Wait for a moment please . I am sorry , Mrs . Clinton , but the remittance doesn't appear to have arrived yet .
Really ? It should have arrived . It was sent a week ago .
If the money was sent by cable , it would have taken about one or two days . But if it was sent by airmail , it would take at least one week .
Well , then I'll come again the day after tomorrow .
Or would you like us to phone you when the money arrives ?
That would be very kind of you .
Could you please tell me your phone number , so we'll give you a ring as soon as the remittance has arrived ?
The phone number is 328 6765 extension 105 .
Thank you . We'll inform you in time . Goodbye .
Hello , Helen . This is John . How are you ?
Fine , thank you . And you ?
Fine , thanks . I ' ll have a party next Sunday at home . I ' m calling to ask whether you can come or not .
Oh , how wonderful . I ' ll be glad to .
Okay , now you are a famous star .
Hum , don ' t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me .
What ' s wrong with you ?
I ' ll tell you at the party .
Okay .
The best opportunity is called callous , which is an Internet-based job placement service that you can make use of .
Do I have to have a computer at home ?
There are computers at our EDD offices for you to use in your job search .
Do you have any other services available ?
We have information available about the job market as well as workshops .
What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ?
We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few .
Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ?
College job placement services can help .
We shall open an irrevocable L / C to cover our shipment from Shanghai to Hamburg . Is it at sight or after sight ?
At sight of course .
Some customers demand that 80 % of the credit amount be paid at sight , and the rest be paid after the machines are proved satisfactory on trial .
I am afraid that can't be done . We have never done business on such terms .
But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight .
We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 .
That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation .
Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers .
If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full .
Thank you . I am glad we have come to an agreement at last .
Oh , never mind . I am just going to do the laundry today .
I want to apologize . Is there anything can do for you ?
It really doesn't matter at all . I never did like it anyway .
Really ? Their songs are very popular all round Asia now . I am also a big fan of theirs .
Yes , their new album just came out last week . It is number one on the billboard .
I really love their dancing . They are all excellent dancers .
The lyrics of the new song are beautiful , too . Can you sing ?
Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now .
Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ?
Why not ?
How do you do ? Mr . Barker .
Parker .
Oh , Parker with a P ?
Yes , with a P .
Er ... I ' m Barker .
Barker ? With a B . Of course .
Yes , with a B .
Won ' t you come in , Mr . Barker ?
Thank you , Mr . Parker .
the chef is going to slice it into thin pieces . There will be around one hundred and twenty pieces of both skin and meat for each .
I see . The chef is so skillful with his knife .
absolutely . It is said that they serve 3,000 ducks every day .
incredible . By the way , what are these in the plates ?
oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one .
thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste .
Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy .
oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ?
certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique
it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great .
Yes , Amy , please have some more .
I've got a date .
Good afternoon , Mr . Black . Thank you very much .
I ' Ve read your application materials with interest . Now I want to ask you a few questions , if you don ' t mind .
As you please . I ' m ready .
The first is why you choose our company ?
I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ' m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement .
Why do you want to quit your present company ?
Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting .
Well , when do you think you can come over to work ?
One week after I have submitted my resignation paper .
When you start to work , I ' ll give you $ 3,000 a month .
Thank you , sir .
Until when ?
Until Monday or Tuesday next week .
No problem .
Yeah , why not ? We haven't been out for dinner for quite a long time . A new French restaurant has just opened in our neighborhood . We can go there .
Do we need to book a table in advance ?
No need for that . It's not usually busy on weekdays .
What time shall we go ?
Why not now ? I'm hungry .
Sure . Firstly , it is very important for you to be punctual . Interviewers usually don ' t think much of a candidate who comes 5 or 10 minutes late only to explain that he could not find the place or he was stuck in traffic .
Yeah , that is very important .
Secondly , you need to create a good image in a limited time .
I will try my best to make a good impression , but it is always easier said that done .
I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ' s more , try to avoid a too causal style .
Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ?
You ' d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes .
I've got it . I think I will wear a white shirt with a tie . Thank you for your suggestions .
What are you going to get ?
I don't know what I want to eat .
Well , do you want burgers , Chinese food , or Mexican food ?
Chinese food sounds good .
Where are you going to get it from ?
I haven't the slightest idea .
I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express .
You like Panda Express ?
The food there is actually pretty good .
Maybe I'll go there then .
You should . I know you'll like it .
It can ' t be time to get up yet .
It is . Hurry up ! You ' ll be late for school .
What ' s the time ?
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
( And here is the seven o ' clock news ) It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Hi , darling , I am thinking it is the time of your calling .
Are you OK today ?
Quite good except thinking of you so much .
So do I . You are a beautiful flower in my mind .
It's called love is blind , I think .
Is there anything you don't do in-house ?
Yes . If we don't have the facilities to deal with it here , we send it out for maintenance .
Is that more expensive ?
It depends on the job . It's actually more cost-effective than buying specialist equipment that we don't use very often .
Extension 1616 , please .
I'm afraid the line is busy at the moment . Just hold on , please .
Then , will you try extension 235 ?
Certainty , sir .
OK . What do you want to know ?
We only need to verify your information against our records .
OK .
Please show me your passport and Residence Permit .
Here you are .
How long have you been living here ?
Two years .
May I know your occupation ?
I'm a professor at a university .
Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ?
I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes .
Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time .
I'd be glad to have your help . Could you make the air-conditioner cooler ?
I'm sorry . We can not regulate the air-conditioner . As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation , and the temperature here will drop . Let me get a wet towel for you at the moment .
Good idea .
Your wet towel , sir .
Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ?
Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ?
Orange juice , please .
Would you like some ice in your drink ?
Yes .
How much would you like ?
One or two cubes will be OK .
Here you are , sir .
I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you .
It's my pleasure .
Please accept this tip .
I like all sorts of movies , primarily drama and science fiction .
That's an interesting combination . How about western movies ?
Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for .
Why don't you like horror ? They're entertaining .
Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious .
Ha ha . I know what you mean . But it's just a movie . They need for the characters to do that .
That's a great idea . It's the best season for tourists in Florida . You can also get a good sun-tan there .
But if the sunshine is too strong , it might damage the eyes and the skin .
You can put on your shades . And remember don't make your skin look like a tomato . Or else after that your skin will begin to flake off . You may even wind up with skin cancer .
I see . Overdoing it will do more harm than good .
You said it .
Yes . He carries a lot of weight . Everyone here is willing to follow his orders .
What !
That's the cutest little doll I've ever seen in my life !
Chill out . It's just Kenny from South Park .
What park ? You found a doll in a park ? Gross !
South Park is a popular cartoon . You're so out of it , Jen
Well , don't blame me ! I never get a chance to watch TV .
What's the problem ?
My computer won't turn on .
Did you see if all the connections are right ?
I'm not sure I understand what you mean .
The connections between your CPU and your outlet .
Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ?
If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on .
I had no idea .
Why don't you try it and see what happens ?
I'll try it right now .
Let me know if that doesn't work .
It seems like he's not coming .
Can you give him a call on his mobile ?
Sure .
Oh , I am very sorry , Hans . Thank you for waiting for me . You must have been here a long time already .
It ' s all right .
I was caught in the heavy rain , or I would have come earlier . I am sorry I kept you waiting .
I was in a comfortable place , so really , it ' s no problem . I am happy to see you . Did the rain hold you up long ?
Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up .
I totally understand .
Bob and Mary are back together .
I'm glad to hear it .
Me too , they're such a nice couple .
Yes , this is Jin Lili . What can I do for you
I am calling to impart the news that you are supposed to have an interview .
There is too much static on the line .
I said that you are supposed to have an interview .
Pardon ? I can hardly hear you . I will call you later .
Oh , not too bad . I'm just glad the weekend's finally here .
I know what you mean . What can I get for you ?
Give me a screwdriver on the rocks .
One screwdriver , coming right up . ( He mixes the drink . ) Here you are , sir .
Thanks .
How regular ?
An average ten hours or more a day according to a survey , the worst thing is that the employees get no pay for that .
You are kidding me ? It is against the labor law . They should be aware of their rights .
But these people say nothing about that . They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days .
That ' s not right , somebody should do something .
Hello , Lucy .
I'm calling to see if you have made your decision . You are the right person we are seeking for .
Yes , I have decided to work with your company .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It's my honor to be one member of your company . I'd like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
Sure , Emily . How can I help you ?
I would like to leave a few minutes early today . Would that be all right ?
That ' s fine , as long as you can get that report typed up before you leave .
Yes . He's waiting for you in his office . This way , please .
Do we need food ?
Yeah , I think so .
What are you going to get ?
I'm not sure what we need .
Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator .
Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ?
Just get the basics .
Like what ?
You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread .
Just go and make a list for me , please .
Fine , I'll go do that for you .
I ' m fine .
What can I do for you ?
I would like to cancel a check .
Is there a problem ?
I wrote the check out for too much .
How much did you write it out for ?
I wrote it out for $ 150 .
How much was it supposed to be ?
It was supposed to be for $ 100 .
I ' ll cancel that check for you .
I really appreciate your help .
What do you mean ?
I don ' t like her husband , that bad egg , but my daughter insists on marrying him .
She is a grow-up . She can make her own decision .
I wish she wouldn ' t regret for her decision .
What ?
I said I like pop music very much . It ' s so lovely .
Is it ?
What do you need to buy ?
I need to look for a new bedroom set .
Where are you going to go look for one ?
I have absolutely no idea .
You don't know where you want to look for one ?
No , I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets .
Do you want to know where I got mine from ?
Yes , because I love yours .
I purchased mine from IKEA .
Is IKEA affordable ?
Not at all , but you get what you pay for .
Yeah , I ' Ve been meaning to talk to you about that . I might need to ask for an extension on that deadline .
You ' Ve had over a month to get this finalized ! Why are things delayed ?
Well , the thing is , we ran into a lot of problems . . .
I ' m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time !
I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ' t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures .
I ' m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP !
Hi , Ms . Seymour ? It ' s Allan Parker . I ' Ve been waiting to call you and thank you for all your help last week .
Thank you very much , Mr . Parker . But , that is my job .
Well , I want to let your boss know that she ' d better hold on to you ! You ' re a hard worker !
Is she ? I thought she was a mathematician .
I ' m so thirsty .
Are you ? I thought you had something to drink at her home .
No . Edith didn ' t give anything to drink .
I ' ll buy you a drink .
Oh ! Thank you .
I agree . And it's very convenient .
Have you ever heard of a movie rental company called Netflix ? They send the movies directly to your house in the mail .
Really ? That's great ! I'm going to try that next time .
Yeah , but I wish they delivered video games too . Then I would never leave my house !
I register this Friday .
What classes do you plan on taking ?
I really want to take the communication class , but I don't know if it will be available .
Is that class really that popular ?
Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered .
What other classes are you going to take ?
I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing .
I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad .
Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from .
I had Professor Mahoney .
Is he an easy grader ?
I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair .
Do you mind if I ask you what you got ?
Not at all . I got a 3 . 8 .
Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ?
I got a 4 . 0 in that class .
Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3 . 1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder .
It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade .
Oh . That helps . Thanks .
This is room 1019 . I would like to order breakfast .
What would you like , sir ?
One orange juice , scrambled eggs with bacon , toast and coffee .
It will take about 20 minutes , sir . Is that all right ?
Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ?
Of course , sir .
Grades are based on many things
What counts the most ?
Actually I look at all of it and let's not forget class participation .
Do you grade on a curve or use percentages ?
Homework , attendance , and quizzes are sixty percent ; the mid-term and final are worth twenty percent each .
What if we miss something ?
I will allow one unexcused absence ; after that you need to contact me ahead of time .
Will you tell us if we are failing during the year ?
You will be able to track your progress during the year .
Where are you going ?
I have a big date tonight .
You have got a car , haven ' t you ?
Oh , please . Only once lend your new car to me .
No , not yet . Why ?
For suspicion of driving under influence .
Oh . I am not his fan .
You mean the network connection ?
Yes , I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now . It took me almost one minute to open it . Then there is no response to any click .
I have the same question . I can ' t send out mails . We ' d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately .
Ok .
Yes , it's straight ahead around the corner .
Thank you very much .
My parents called . As usual , they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s . Easier set than done . Who should I marry ? I have no time to go on a date .
It is not your mother finding one for you ?
I will find one myself , of course . I ' m a modern girl .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications .
Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
Yes , I do . The look of a picture is very important .
I think sound is even more important ! Guns , bombs , sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting !
You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose .
In my book , all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up .
Enough ! If we don't finish the game , there won't be time for any movies tonight !
Hi , Shirley . I'm Sophie . It's nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too .
Please come in .
Here is a little gift for your family . It's a calendar with all the community events on it . I hope it can be helpful .
I really appreciate it .
Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me .
I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before .
Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong .
Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ?
Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to .
That's terrific !
By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there .
Yeah , and we can get to know each other at the party .
What a bone head ! Be careful next time .
I'm glad to help you . What's wrong ?
My mother-in-law just went into the hospital in L . A . Hank and I will be flying there tonight .
I'm sorry to hear it . What's wrong with her ?
Doctors aren't sure yet . But the real problem is Suzy . She has a bad cold , and we don't want to take her with us . But we don't know who can stay with her .
You need a babysitter .
Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight . Maybe even for two nights .
I could have Suzy stay at my place .
I don't want to do that to you , Karen .
Why not ?
Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days .
I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston . She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely .
I'd like to talk with her . This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight .
I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible .
I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it . But I'd rather have someone a little older .
I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself .
Great . Then call me and let me know if she's free .
I ' m not crazy about it at all .
You don ' t like this sort of exercise ?
I ' m not interested in it . Are you keen on it ?
Yes , that ' s funny . I thought you liked it .
I hate it .
Never mind . It ' ll be over in 10 minutes .
It ' s the worst thing I ' Ve ever tried .
I'm just shopping .
What are you shopping for ?
Some new clothes . How about you ?
Same here .
Have you found anything nice yet ?
I found a few pairs of pants .
Where'd you get those ?
I found them at Pennies .
Those are really cute .
Do you want me to show you where I found them ?
I would like that . Thank you .
Well , it is still open . Where did you graduate from .
I graduated from the Beijing Foreign Studies University . My major is English Translation and Interpretation .
It sounds great . I will arrange an interview tomorrow . Can you come tomorrow ?
Yes , I can . Thank you so much .
What do you want , a single or a double one ?
A single , preferably with a bath .
How long do you intend to stay ?
For four days or so .
We have one single room on the fifth floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise .
It's very quiet , sir .
How much does it cost per day ?
It's 150 yuan per day including a 10 % service charge .
All right . I'll take the room .
Would you please fill in the registration form ?
OK .
As a hotel policy , we require one day's room charge as a deposit for guests without reservation .
No problem . Here you are .
Your room number is 505 . This is your key . The bellboy will help you with the baggage .
Working . Why ?
Well . I was just wondering if you would come by and give me a hand with the fliers for next week ' s party .
I ' m sorry , Melissa . I really can ' t today . I ' Ve just got too much going on . Maybe tomorrow .
I didn ' t go anywhere . I stayed at home .
What's up ? You look unhappy .
Nothing . I just feel very lonely in this city . I miss my family .
Oh , I know . Sometimes I have the same feeling with you . But you'd better not be so emotional .
Can you stay and accompany me for a while ?
Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on .
Thank you so much . You are so sweet .
Not at all . We are friends .
I'd love to . I heard about Halloween when I was in Beijing . It's kind of a children's day . Small kids get dressed up , then walk around with paper bags or baskets , knocking on the neighbor's
They are supposed to say trick or treat ? Then the neighbors are supposed to hand up the candy .
That's kind of cool . But what's the trick mean ?
Usually it's the older kids going around playing Halloween , like punching the pumpkins left outside people's doors or - - someone's tree . They usually do it late at night after little kids go
That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night .
Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too .
That does sound a lot of fun .
I'd prefer to go abroad , if possible .
Many people are striving for going abroad nowadays . It seems to be a trend .
I'm one of them .
yeah , almost . But there is one thing .
what ?
I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people . I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China , but ...
what is it ?
some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others .
that makes you feel uncomfortable ?
yeah . we never do that in a public office .
perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy .
i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding .
well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus .
just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ?
yeah .
Oh , I'm shocked .
I'm planing to go balling tonight . Tomorrow I was hoping to see a movie . What about you ?
I want to go camping , you know , just get a way for the weekend . I'm not sure I'll be able to , though .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
What happened ?
I overcooked the corn .
That's okay . I like it better that way anyway .
Hello , Jack . It's Mary . What are you doing in your office ?
I am working . I often work late on Thursdays . I am busy this week .
Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ?
Tomorrow ? No , I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to . I'm going out of the town on business .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment ! It will be the 21st of May . Oh , dear . Arm ... I promised my aunt I would be at her birthday party .
What do you say to next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let's make it next Wednesday .
Ok . Bye .
Bye .
Where did he go ?
I've asked him , but he won't tell me . What should we do about this ? He is like you . I remember when we were at the college , you always skipped classes .
Like me ? But you see I am so successful now . And if he is really like me , he will be more successful than me in the future .
Stop , stop ... We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study . Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school .
Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work .
In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ?
That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ?
That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school . So now I am much more clever than you .
I want to have a two-day trip around the city .
Would you please have a look at the table ? I think this one fits you .
It's interesting . I think I will take the bus tour . By the way , what about the lodging ?
We will lodge at the indigenes ' houses . It's interesting .
Okay , well it ' s always more difficult to describe them isn ' t it ?
Definitely , but if you had to pinpoint one weakness what would it be ?
Well as I mentioned before , I do tend to get frustrated if I don ' t see progress in my work or career . I suppose I ' m quite a restless character . My father always taught me to be a high achiever .
So would you say if things don ' t go your way at work it could easily get you down ?
Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ' m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon .
Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ' s true . Okay , well let ' s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ?
Yes , please .
Of course . I always keep what I catch .
Not me . I like to throw back what I catch .
If it's within the legal limit , I prefer to keep it .
Ryan says he wants to stay . I think he's in love with some girl who designs fruit platters ...
No ! Christmas without him is bad enough . So , honey , do you have cold feet yet ?
Yeah , especially since Jack didn't take care of the plane reservations .
You're not coming ?
Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ?
I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 .
Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ?
We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd .
I'm sorry , Mom .
Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas .
Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you .
I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best .
I know . Goodnight .
Is he ? Yes . He looks pale , is there anything I can do for him ?
Yes , please give him some water .
Certainly .
And do you have any medicine for air sickness ?
Well , yes . I ' ll give him the medicine too .
I ' ll appreciate your help
I would like to see your summer suits .
How do you like this pattern ? The pink suits you well .
Will it wash well and the color won't fade ?
It's of good quality .
it's ok . It seems we have a lot in common .
oh , really . That is great news . What does he look like ?
he is tall and slim , fair-haired .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company # for approximately 10 years .
Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills .
I am looking for a growth opportunity , which I feel is not available at my current employer . In terms of skills , I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating systems .
Where do you see yourself five years from now ?
I see myself in a management position .
There are many ways ; what kind of job would you like ?
I want to work in a restaurant .
Fine ! Will you need part-time or full-time work ?
I want to work part-time .
Fine , the two best ways are to use our local listings binders over there or you can use the computers with the Internet job listing sites . See them over there ?
Yes , I know what to do .
Well , in addition , you can schedule an appointment with a job counselor on this list . If you would like to do that , sign here , OK ?
Yes , I think that would be great .
Fine , well the job search tools are all here for you to use . Feel free to look around and use what works best for you . Have fun with it !
Sure . Let me just grab my wallet . You certainly do look happy this morning .
I am . Don ' t worry about getting your wallet . It ' s my treat .
This is a first ! You must have won the lottery .
Cartons . Is that okay ?
I'm concerned about the possible jolting , squeezing and collision that may take place when these cases are moved about .
Well , what I can tell you is this . We've got an excellent record on making deliveries to our customers . Besides , all our cartons are lined with shockproof cardboards and are wrapped up with polyethylene sheets . So they're not only shockproof but also dampproof .
In that case , I guess I can rest assured .
Well , I guess you can say that . The safety of packing is something we always pay a lot of attention to . Especially for those fragile commodities , we've got to be extra careful . Otherwise , if the things we don't want to see happened , we would be responsible and that'll cause you a lot of inconvenience , too .
You're right . But wouldn't it be safer to use wooden cases ?
We sure can if you want us to , but the charge will be much higher .
It wouldn't be worth the trouble in that case , would it ? Let's still use cartons .
Sure , no problem . As I said , cartons are good enough for goods like this . You don't have to worry about it .
Is it formal or informal ?
I guess it ' s formal .
Then , you should dress well .
That ' s right .
I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you .
You are smart .
Of course , the sports shoes don ' t go with the formal occasions .
You are right . What kind of shoes should I wear ?
The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers .
Good idea . Oh , by the way , would you please pick me up after the party , honey ?
It ' ll be too late ; you ' d better take a taxi .
OK .
Oh , how high class ! So you just wear it forever ?
No . There's makeup remover for waterproof mascara .
Is it dry yet ?
Yep . See how long and curly my lashes are ?
They look fake .
Thanks !
I'd like to . But I'm not myself today .
what happened ? You look so pale .
It's the end of the world for me .
What makes you say that ?
Today , I'm told I failed three courses .
Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term .
I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me .
Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine .
I hope so .
Yes , what is it , William ?
Could you please look over these resumes ? They ' Ve just come in .
All right , fine . Thank you , William .
Yes , do you have any rooms available ?
A single ?
No . I need a double and three triples . My family is waiting for me in the car .
Please fill out this form , sir .
Ok ... Here you are .
Here are your keys . Check out time is noon .
Is breakfast included ?
No .
Of course , just five minutes ago I got the phone call from Future Clothes Company and I was told to start my trial period in that company next Monday .
Congratulations ! Let's get together sometime .
Great idea .
Well , I am worried to death right now ! There is still no news from the company for me .
Let it be ! Time will tell .
Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result . Let me check my mail-box again .
Wait a minute ! Just hold your horses ! What's your hurry , anyway ?
Well , I've got to stop and get gas in the car , first .
That won't take long .
Well , it won't if there no line at the pump .
Well , I'm not quite ready .
I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you !
You wouldn't do a thing like that !
Oh , yes , I would !
It's about 12 hours .
Can you tell me when we are arriving ?
Let me see ... at 6:15 am local time tomorrow .
Gotcha .
And that will be 10:15 pm Tokyo time .
I'm afraid he's having an important meeting now . Can I help you ?
Thank you . I am Fred , coming from Future Clothes Company . I've brought some catalogues of our new series of the summer clothes . I wonder if your manager would like to have a look at them .
Of course , he would . Would you leave them with me ?
We are suppliers of the summer clothes of various styles and colors . I think you will be interested in some of our new products . We always keep the pace of the clothes fashion , so as to catch the interest of our customers .
We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want .
As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications .
How long would it take you to deliver the orders ?
Two months at most .
Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ?
Yes , of course , here you are . The prices are subject to our confirmation .
yes , but I didn't really like the third one at all .
that's the Return of the King , right ?
yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ?
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
no . did you ?
yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Hi Steve . This is Mike . What are you doing ?
Oh , hi . I was just watching TV .
There's nothing to watch right now .
I know . I was watching a re-run . I have nothing to do and I was bored .
Me too . Let's get together and do something .
I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ?
Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow .
Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny .
That's great . We can do something outdoors then .
Are there any special events going on tomorrow ?
Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow .
Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out .
Do you know what time it starts ?
It starts at one PM .
Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there .
Perfect . I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty .
You are welcome . I am very impressed by your capability .
Is there anything I should do ?
No , nothing . It's thoughtful of you to call me again .
Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions .
OK , I will .
Yes . Thank you .
Would you care for a drink before you order ?
A glass of Qingdao beer .
Yes , sir . I'll bring it over . Have you decided what you'd like , sir ?
Will you make some recommendation ?
I've had enough of it while working under the sun in the day . I don't need any more sun-tan .
It's different in my case . I work in the office , so only rarely do I get the chance to get any sun .
It might be good to you . But please keep in mind that too much tanning damages the skin rather than does any good to you . You might end up with skin cancer .
What's the rush ?
no . It's all yours .
thank you very much . My name is Ashlan . It's nice to meet you .
Carson . It's nice to mee you , too .
the weather is so warm for December , don't you think ?
it is unusually warm . I blame it on global warming .
global warming is wreaking havoc everywhere .
so sure . Are you from around here ?
no . I'm new here . I just moved here a few months ago .
where are you from ?
I'm from China . What about you ?
I am from Texas . I was in China once , but it was a long time ago .
did you enjoy it ?
I did . I especially liked the food . What do you think about the food here ?
it's very different from Chinese food , but I am getting used to it .
Is that the Da Vinci Code that you've got there ?
yes , have you read it ?
no , but I saw the movie . What do you think about it ?
well , to be honest , I've only gotten though 10 pages of it . So far , though , it's interesting .
well , this is my stop . it was nice talking with you .
likewise . Bye !
well , yesterday , I decided to face my fear of heights .
I didn't know you were scared of heights ! Was it really bad ?
let me put it this way . I've never seen a professional sorts game in a stadium because I could never get myself to walk to the top of the stairs to sit down .
so what did you do about it yesterday ?
I went sky-diving !
you're kidding me ! that sounds really scary !
It was scary , but it felt great , too .
weren't you scared ?
of course I was scared . But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped .
so have you cured your fear of heights ?
I think so . After I jumped out of the plane , I realized that I should just enjoy life . Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly .
I'm impressed .
are you scared of anything ?
well , sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself .
what do you think is going to happen ?
I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things .
it sounds like you just need to be more careful .
No , I was way too busy studying all the time . How about you ?
Yeah , I worked about twenty hours a week in a pizza restaurant .
What was that like ?
It was always very busy there .
What did you do ?
I stood behind the register and took pizza orders .
Did you get any perks on the job ?
Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free .
I'd been feeling pretty well until just a few days ago .
What seems to be the trouble now ?
I feel run down , tired . I've been having headaches almost every day . And I'm not getting as much sleep as I usually do .
Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know .
Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch .
And what about dinner ?
Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all .
That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ?
I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first .
Yes , my name is Max Richards . May I please speak to George Nelson ? I have already called several times . It seems I always catch him out of the office .
Oh , I'm sorry . Mr . Nelson is away at the moment . I'm sorry that you keep missing him while he is out of the office . Would you like to leave a message ?
I'm sorry , I didn't hear you clearly . Could you repeat that please ?
Certainly . Mr . Nelson can not take your call at the moment because he is away . He stepped out of the office for the whole afternoon and is not expected back until tomorrow morning . His schedule is very unpredictable at times , so the best way to reach him is to first make an appointment by email or text messaging .
Can I leave a message for him please ?
Of course , can you leave your name and number ? I'm sure Mr . Nelson will return your call as soon as he is able .
My name is Max Richards , my phone number is 898-3423 . Could you ask him to call me back as soon as he gets back , please ? I have a rather timely matter to discuss with him .
Can you tell me what it's about ? I can make a note of it , so Mr . Nelson is aware and prepared when he returns your call .
Yes , please let him know I would like to discuss the Girard case with him .
Selfishness is one human beings instincts . It is very difficult to get it out root and branch .
But you should at least consider your son's future .
His mother , not me , should do this .
Thank you . I'm from America . Here is my business card .
Glad to meet you , Mr . Smith . My name is Wang and here is my name card . I'll be glad to do what I can for you .
Great ! This is my first visit to the Fair . Everything is new to me . Would you please give me some information ?
Glad to . The Fair is a big gathering taking place twice a year , thousands of businessmen from more than a hundred and fifty countries and regions are here to trade with China .
What about your company ?
Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ?
My firm has high standing in my country . My bank is the City Bank , New York . You may refer to it for my status .
You are right . We shouldn't do anything under the table .
Well , since you agree with me , we should put the issue above board instead of talking about it through other channels .
Did you get any ?
Yeah , two at the tenth rows .
How much is the ticket ?
3 . 5 dollars each .
Well , it depends on what you have .
What do you mean ?
It takes only one day and you could experience almost all the famous spots in the city , I don't think you would like to miss it .
Sounds persuasive . How much will you charge for it ?
50 dollars per person .
That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ?
Of course . Please take it easy .
I see . May I know the schedule ?
Why not ?
Recently it's been pretty good , actually .
That's what we like to hear , a profitable business .
Well , yes . Thanks , there's no trouble at the moment .
So , what can I do for you today ? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer ?
I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home .
Oh , domestic things ? Yes , of course , we can help you with that .
I want to have a look at the microwave ovens .
You can have a broad choice here . Are you interested in a particular brand ?
Not really . What are these toys over there ?
Ma'am , these are complimentary with each purchase . How about that one below the toys ? This is the best seller . They are of the latest model that can be found in town .
I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ?
Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock .
Really ? How so ?
You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away .
Okay .
Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it .
How about its quality ?
Its durability will be a big surprise to you .
What about the price ?
500 yuan . And if you buy it today , there will be a 15 % discount for you .
It took them four minutes to get here . That was pretty fast .
Yes , it's fast . But four minutes is enough to do fifty thousand dollars damage .
I guess the fire wasn't in the tool shed after all . It looks like the back of the house was burning .
I wonder if anyone can call the Ridleys about this . Do you know them well ?
Not really .
Do you know where they're vacationing ?
I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure . It ' s a bad thing to return home to . They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned .
Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt . It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ?
Yes , I suppose . It's a dangerous thing if a fire starts when people are sleeping .
I'm fine , thanks . And you ?
Very well , thanks . Nice to see you again . I haven't seen you for a long time . What have you been doing lately ?
Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ?
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
Study , study , study . I want to learn a lot .
You are going to take courses ?
Yes . I am going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
Since summer is coming , I think swimming is a good way for you to do .
Are you sure ?
Of course ! Swimming can help you stay in shape by targeting all parts of your body .
Really ? Does swimming have other advantages ?
It could also help you increase vital capacity .
That ' s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight .
You will make it if you persist in it .
Winning is a piece of cake to me .
You are bragging again .
Thanks , Miss . Wang .
You know in China we usually don't open presents until the guests leave .
Really ? I've already opened it . Great ! And it is exactly after my fancy . Thank you very much .
The kitchen god ? What does he do ?
He just stays in the kitchen and watches you . Before the Chinese New Year , the kitchen god tells his boss whether you were good or bad this year . Just like Lester does !
Oh , no ! I did a lot of bad things this year . I hope the kitchen god isn't like Lester--he blabs my mistakes to everybody !
Actually , there's a way to keep the kitchen god from telling the bad things you did .
What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ?
I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you !
Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester .
And what happened ?
His face broke out and he said it was my fault !
I used to date him . Of course it was him .
You're a nurse at New York General Hospital ?
Yes , on the cancer ward . And Taylor was there . He walked right by me and didn't even see me .
Maybe he was just visiting someone .
But you saw how skinny and pale he looks . He has " cancer patient " written all over his face .
We're going over to Mrs . Smith's place to help her with her yard work .
Yard work ? I said ' what are we doing for fun ' , not work !
It will be fun . And besides , you'll be in the best company .
Dad . You're so cute . What do I need to do to help get ready ?
You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car .
Jeans and a tee shirt , right ?
Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool .
Thank you . You ' re partial .
I'm not flattering you . You ' re full of energy every day .
It's nice to hear that anyway .
How many members are there in your forum ?
a dozen .
I think we can visit West Lake . The landscapes are attractive . It is said that just as there is paradise in heaven , there are Su Thou and Hang Thou on earth .
It's surely worth going to . There are ten famous spots there .
What can we do next after locating the place ?
Inform my members to prepare for the travelling . And then we can discuss about the travelling costs .
Hi , Tom . How have you been ?
Pretty good . Actually , I'm quite busy with work . By the way , say ' hello ' to your husband .
That's so sweet of you . We definitely want it .
I thought so , by the looks on your faces when you left . So why don't you come to my apartment , and we'll settle all the details .
OK . How does seven o'clock this evening sound ?
Great . See you then .
Sure , what's going on ?
We're planning a weekend camping trip , and we want to know which weekend is best for everyone .
Let me see ... The weekend after next looks pretty good . Otherwise , I'm all booked up .
Use , I want a eye-shadow .
We have different colours of eye-shadow . May I know what colour you usually wear ?
Purple . But today , I'm thinking of buying one in a bright colour .
Yes , I see . How do you like this one ?
May I have a try ?
Certainly .
It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ?
Not from this brand , I'm afraid .
What about other brands ?
How about this one ?
Oh , that's the very thing I need .
I think that , as more people use the Internet for both work and pleasure , it makes more sense as a tool to connect with people , and the stigma of meeting someone online is reduced .
There are actually special sites for people looking to date within their specific ethnic group and age group . But how should you screen potential mates ? Do you suggest talking to them on the phone right away or communicating via e-mail ?
I would say do not make the e-mail exchange too long . A lot of times a connection via e-mail creates almost a false sense of intimacy . Quickly make sure there is a connection in the physical world .
Can you give us any other safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net ?
I'd suggest you not give out too much personal information , like your home address , until after several dates . Just keep up the same guards you would keep up if you were meeting any stranger .
Besides the growth of these matchmaker sites , do you have any stats on success rates ? Are people out there finding true and lasting love through the Internet
Well , for a site like ecrush . com , since their debut in Valentine's Day in 1999 , of the 1 . 5 million people who have joined ecrush . com , 300000 have actually matched .
Do you have any successful stories to share ?
Yes , the couple that I highlighted at today's show met on Match . com and they're getting married this summer .
I ' m on my way to work .
Where do you work ?
I work at the polling place .
You didn ' t tell me you were working there this year .
I do this every year .
How ' d you get that job ?
I applied online .
That ' s interesting .
I enjoy working there every year .
How much do they pay ?
They pay just enough .
Yes . By the way , you are having a great make-up today . I like the color of your lipstick . So adorable !
Really ? It took me really a while to find the color . I am happy you like it .
Well , girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things . Actually , do we still have a meeting this afternoon ?
Sure , when those never ending meetings .
Here is it .
How much altogether ?
The total amount is $ 185 .
Does it include the charge for drinks ?
Yes .
Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please .
Thanks .
Cheer !
So what time tomorrow ?
Half past seven in the morning .
Where to meet ?
In the market .
OK . Bottoms up .
Bottoms up .
It's on me .
Thank you . This place is nice .
I've lost my Traveller's Cheques , all of them .
OK , just take a deep breath , Sir . Everything is going to be fine . Here's a form to report missing Traveller's Cheques , whatever the reason . Please fill it in and we can get moving on this .
I see . You need the reference numbers ? For each cheque ?
Yes , Sir . Do you have that information with you ? At this bank , we always recommend our customers write down the reference number of each Traveller's Cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the Traveller's Cheques .
The post office . Sorry . I ' m not sure .
Well . Thanks any way
How big , Elizabeth ? Last time you said that , I ended up working overtime 3 nights in a row !
Well , I ' Ve got a huge load of typing and Mr . Blake has insisted I get it done by tomorrow afternoon .
All right , Elizabeth . But this is the last time .
Yes , show me your ticket and passport please .
Here you are . Can I have a seat in the back of the plane ?
No problem . Wish you a nice trip .
What's happening in that country ?
The neighboring country is threatening their sovereignty with its nuclear bombs .
Of course . Let me check it . Firstly , don't be frustrated about all the buttons on it .
That's right .
After overcoming these buttons , you should check whether there is any paper in the machine , you must make sure this .
I couldn't agree more .
And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one .
What can I do next ?
The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax .
Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ?
Maybe we should call its after-service man .
Well , of course I can ' t miss it . Which team are you for ?
Manchester United . What about you ?
Me too . Do you think they are going to get the championship this time ?
I have confidence in them .
Yeah how ' d you know ?
You can always spot the newbies . I can give you a few pointers if you want . Were you trying to use this machine here ?
Yeah ! I just started my training today and I ' m not really sure where to begin .
It ' s ok , I know how it is . This machine here will work out your upper body , mainly your triceps and biceps . Are you looking to develop strength or muscle tone and definition ?
Well , I don ' t want to be ripped like you ! I just want a good physique with weights and Carpio .
In that case you want to work with less weight . You can start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets . Five kilo weights should be enough . Now it ' s very important that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a muscle .
Got it ! Wow is that the weight you are lifting ? My goodness that ' s a lot of weight !
It ' s not that much . Just watch ... I ' m ok ...
What size do you want it to be ?
I want to have it the size of a page from an ordinary book .
Oh , I see , that's the size of 12 x 18cm . How many prints do you want to have ?
One is OK . How much does it cost ?
Let me see . Eleven yuan .
Here's twenty yuan .
This is your change .
Cash .
Here's your key , sir . Room number 1405 . The bellboy will take your luggage to your room . Have a pleasant stay !
Thank you .
I don ' t know . What do you think ?
I think a Chinese student concentrates on written English , and uses it as a basis for communicating . From start to finish he ' s learning vocabulary and fundamentals of grammar . This is a very difficult way to learn .
What do natives get ?
They get higher level English , which is more formal than everyday spoken English . They also deal with matters of style and creativity .
Do you mean that a native doesn ' t make any mistakes in grammar ?
Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken .
I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ' t know standard English in American universities .
Actually there are more non-native speakers than you think . That ' s why it ' s so important to quit worrying about making mistakes . Just talk to everyone every chance you get .
What !
Wow ! What's that ?
It's my new radio earphone .
It's so small that I didn't notice it .
What were you screaming at me for ?
Are you sure ? He is quite young , isn't he ?
He is not young as he looks . I think he's almost sixty .
Really ? He looks so young .
It's a portable TV . It's a popular thing now .
Oh , that's new to me . So what's on everyday ?
News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
It is a little bit expensive , but it's worth it .
Yeah . You know driving is boring . TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving .
It can also entertain your passengers like me .
That's the point .
For you , I would recommend this one here .
The compact ? Why do you think that one is better than the others ?
This automobile is just right for your needs because not only is it compact for ease in city driving , but also , it has many safety features . I know that as a parent , you are concerned about safety in driving your kids to and from school .
That's true . What kind of safety features are we talking about ?
This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical .
You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ?
Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy .
With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for .
Why don't you take it for a test drive , and think it over .
Yes . I just checked in , but I need to change my room .
What ' s the problem ?
I reserved a non-smoking room , but the smell of smoke in this room is so strong that I can ' t endure it .
I ' m sorry . I ' ll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away . The doorman is going to help you with your luggage . I do apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . Thanks .
Certainly . As you can see , we have several three-piece suites on sale . Feel free to sit down and test how comfortable they are .
I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a final decision . I think I like the black leather suite . It ' s on sale , isn't it ?
Yes . The price has been reduced by 50 % . It ' s a real bargain .
I ' ll take it . I also need to improve the lighting in my living room . Do you have any suggestions ?
Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ' re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ?
It ' s quite large . It ' s about 40 square metres .
I ' d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better .
Ok . I like the design of this lamps . I also need some cushion covers . I ' ll just browse through those ones over there .
Yes , speaking . Anything I can do for you ?
I am calling to tell you that the interview for you is in our company on Monday morning at 8: 00 .
Where is the interview happening ?
It is on the Jianshe Street where there is a Carrefour Supermarket near it .
Hi . Fill it up please . Premium .
Sure .
Oh , can you check my oil and tires while you're at it ?
No problem . I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me .
OK , it's open .
Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat .
Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ?
Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Nine gallons of premium . That's $ 15 . 32 , please .
Is that right ? I hear all these horror stories of internet business crashing because there is not enough of a customer base yet . How can you be sure your idea will cash in ?
To run a successful internet business , it requires a little research and relatively small investment . You've got to have a good idea of some kind of product that is in demand or would be popular .
That's marketing research ... But what about getting started once you have an idea ?
After you have your great idea , then you can set up shop by registering a domain name , creating a website , an email address , and a hosting service . If you want to go all out on your website , you can put together shopping cart technology , but that can be pricey to start out with .
Sounds like a lot of work !
Anything worth doing takes work . Money doesn't grow on trees ... Most of us have to work for it .
Yes , please . I'm picking out some presents for my children and wife .
What kind of presents do you want ?
Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ?
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . DKNY ?
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
The salmon is good toady , it's very fresh .
How is it done ?
It's cooked with lemon and savored with rice .
Sound nice , I will try it .
You're meal also include soup and salad .
What's the soup of the day ?
French onion soup , sir , what dressing would you like for your salad ?
Thousand Island , please .
That would be fine . Where are you going ?
We plan to go to a forest in the suburb . There is a beautiful river there . We can do some fishing .
Great .
And don't forget your fishing tackle .
Ok . I like fishing very much .
I've been away in Paris for the last two month . Glad to see you again . How are you doing ?
Very well . Thank you . Did you have a good time there ?
Yes , I had a wonderful time .
Is everything OK ?
Just get over here ! Come in ! Quickly !
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
What about these ? They are very fresh and exceptionally juicy .
Are they sweet ?
Very sweet .
How much are they ?
These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each .
All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones .
OK . Anything else ?
Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms .
Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are .
How much is it in all ?
Thirty dollars .
Oh , what ' s he like ?
Well , he ' s got dark hair and brown eyes .
Yes .
And a white sports car .
Um , that ' s good .
Yes , but he ' s got a wife and 3 children as well .
I'm going to the hospital to see Susan .
I saw her yesterday . She was a little better .
Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ?
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus .
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the center of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
Absolutely ! Everything that ' s thrilling turns me on .
So I ' Ve got two tickets to the latest show but I need a little favor from you .
What is it ?
I've got a sore throat and my chest hurts .
How long have you been like this ?
It has been two or three days .
I think you've got a flu . Take this prescription to the chemist's and then go back and sleep .
Thank you very much .
Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon .
Thank you .
Hello , could I speak to Mr . Wang , please ?
I am sorry . He's out in a meeting now . Could I ask who is calling ?
This is Mr . Smith of XYZ Company . When will he be back ?
He'll be back at about five in the afternoon . Could I take a message ?
Yes , Please tell him I called and ask him to return my call as soon as possible . It's about the PPT contract .
All right , Mr . Smith . I'll be sure he gets your message .
Do you really want to know ?
Yes , I do .
You did pretty bad .
Exactly how bad ?
You didn't pass the test .
I don't understand how I could've failed it .
There are a few reasons why you failed .
What are the reasons ?
The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver .
Can I take the test again ?
You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks .
No , I'll have the fish please .
The chicken is also nice .
No , I want the fish .
Our special tonight is lobster .
Thank you , but I prefer the fish .
Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb .
No , I'd like the fish .
Whatever you say .
He always wears an extremely becoming suit with tie .
He ' s quite particular about what he wears , especially about his ties . He gets different tie each day .
A light brown suit and a pink tie today , and a light blue shirt and a blue tie yesterday . A perfect match !
The tie is necessary for man . It makes you look so attractive in a super tie .
Match is important ; well , the way of tying is also important .
My father dose not know how to tie a tie , for he often wears a cravat .
My father wears a tie every day , but he can ' t do it himself . My mother helps him with his tie every morning .
You mother is not only a patient mother but also a gentle wife .
Don't worry . The bus will arrive soon .
I'd better take a taxi .
That's no use . This is morning rush hour .
I assure you , that's not a problem . What is your full name , please ?
My name's John Sandals .
It's a pleasure to assist you . Please tell me when you'll be needing the room , sir .
If my plans don't change , I'll need a room April 14 till April 17 .
Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ?
Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay .
Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course .
$ 308 a night ? That's a fair price .
Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , please .
Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ?
I have absolutely no problem with that .
Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number .
Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 .
Thank you for making a reservation with us . We look forward to seeing you in April !
Yes . I want to apply for the accountant in your corporation and I think it is not beyond attainment .
Great . Could you tell me something about cash control ?
Yes , of course . In accounting , cash means all items that are acceptable for depositing in a bank .
May , just let him go .
But he took some newspaper away without paying .
I know .
Why ? You make me confused .
He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later .
Why does he have such a privilege ?
He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him .
I see . Does he live by himself ?
Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle .
He must be lonely ?
I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories .
How respectable !
Yeah . The autumn is marvelous here .
How about winter ?
That's a hard time . The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
not much . I'm just trying to hook up to the internet . I'm having a few problems though .
what's wrong ?
I've got all the cords plugged in , but it appears that I'm offline .
Are you using dial-up or broadband ?
actually , I've got a wireless connection .
In that case , you need to turn on your airport .
I hook up to the Internet every day . I can't believe I didn't do that .
do you like ever chat online ?
No , but I'd like to . Do you have to pay to do instant messaging ?
Oh , no . You can register for free . Just go to the yahoo website and it will tell you how to do it .
what do you do if people want to talk to you online but you don't want to talk to them ?
well , you can always block them . When I don't feel like talking to certain people online , that's what I do .
what's your email address ? I'll add you to my contacts list .
it's aubreyinchina@yahoo . com .
cool . We can meet up in a chat room sometime or just chat online using messenger . thanks for your help .
don't mention it .
Yes , I've got to work overtime .
The organizational structure is the company's framework of communication and authority .
Is it true that just like a human skeleton that defines their shapes , companies have structures that define theirs ?
Yes , you are right .
Really , it's so beautiful .
You like it . Well , I'll gather it for you .
You mustn't pick it in this place .
Where is it ?
It's a private garden .
Well , it's forty pings including the balcony . See . It's huge .
Oh ! The view is great ! Mountains , fresh air ! Stars ?
This balcony is perfect for barbecuing .
And we could get a dog !
I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish .
Well , fish it will be then .
Good afternoon . My name is Monica . I am here for the job interview at 2 PM .
Ok , please first fill in the form and return it to me . You can do it in the next door .
Done . Here is my paper .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the question there and lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
What's going on over there ?
They're setting up the machine for a new run .
How long does that usually take ?
About twenty minutes .
What's happening at the far end ?
That's the packing line . The goods are being wrapped and loaded onto pallets ready for transportation .
Yes . This is Mrs . Davinson . I'd like to reserve a two-room suite for tonight .
Let me see . Yeah , There are two such rooms left . May I have your name please ?
Mrs . Davinson . Mary Davison . M-A-R-Y , mary . D-A-V-I-N-S-O-N . Davison .
OK . I've got it .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Everything goes well , but I am thinking about quitting my current job .
Why ? You ' re not satisfied anymore ?
I just sense . But I cannot grow anymore . My boss is not really supporting me . I am interested in some positions in other JV companies , but I need to do some more in-step research before I send my application letters out .
That is important . Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application .
Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later .
Ok , good luck to you .
I didn't like her butting in where I didn't want her . She's a chatter box .
But she means to help you , not to trouble you .
I know . But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point .
The Cosby Show ? Wasn't it over many years ago ?
That's right .
So how come it's still playing ?
I'm watching reruns of it .
Reruns ?
That means our local TV station is showing old episodes . You can watch reruns of nearly every old sitcom .
That black sheep . It serves him right .
He was so rich in the past . Maybe he ' s regretting his past mistakes now .
It ' s too late .
Right over here , sir . What-size do you wear ?
Medium .
These here are all mediums .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're presents for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
Thank you . Wow , your school has so many honors . Congratulations !
Thank you .
Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ?
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
Can I help you ?
Yes , we have a reservation for three nights . Mona White . I called last week .
One moment please , Ms White .
Yes , that was for two single rooms , wasn't it ?
I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you .
Are they quiet rooms ?
Well they are facing the street
but there's a lovely view .
We'd like quiet rooms thanks .
Of course
Yes . I ' d like to book a duplex suite .
What day would you like to reserve the suite for , sir ?
Next Friday .
I ' m sorry , sir . We can ' t accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking . May I suggest another hotel , sir ?
Oh , thank you very much .
Please hold the line . I ' ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need .
How do I contact them ?
I ' ll give you their phone number . It ' s 601 789 5634 .
I booked a table yesterday .
What's your name , please ?
Smith .
A minute , please . ... Yes , this way , please .
You're welcome , Bob . It was nice meeting you .
Nice meeting you , too .
No problem at all ! I am taking a long road trip and I want to make sure my car is in good mechanical condition .
Very wise decision . When was the last time you had a tune up ?
Not that long ago , I think it was four months ago .
We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers .
Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ?
First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ' t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves .
I see . What else ?
We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones .
Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ' t seem like a waste of time and money .
Trust me , regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs .
That's good . Thank you .
Here we are . I hope you will like it .
It's good . It's a nice room .
And here is the menu . I'll come back soon .
Thank you .
sure , thanks . I brought you a bottle of wine as well .
you're the first guest to arrive . I'll just put your coat away and then I'll get you something to drink .
should I take my shoes off ?
whatever you prefer .
this is a very nice place . How long have you been living here now ?
just over three weeks . Would you like a drink ?
sure , what do you have ?
I've got white wine , red wine , gin and tonics , ginger ale , lemonade , orange juice , and sprite .
I'll have a glass of red wine please .
one glass of red wine coming up !
so how many people are coming for the dinner tonight ?
there's just going to be 6 of us tonight .
oh , I thought there were going to be eight . who isn't coming ?
Marcia and Paul called to cancel at the last moment . Paul was running late and Marcia wasn't feeling well .
that's too bad . They ' re such good company .
I think there's someone at the door .
excuse me while I go and get that .
Actually , I did have a question . We'd like to know what you had in mind for the budget on this project . We are hoping to put together a really competitive bid . But at the same time , we'd like to hit your target price , too .
I understand . But unfortunately , it is our policy not to disclose our bottom line . You can be assured that price is a weighty consideration when we review the proposals . We also consider other elements , including design and practicality . We also give weight to the reputation of the submitting company .
Do you have any price range ? Is there any way you can give me any idea of what direction to go or how high is too high ?
We're just looking for a reasonable price according to the specifications in our project blueprint . That's all I can say .
I'd like to withdraw 35,000 RIB from my Corporate Account .
Do you have an appointment ?
Yes , my name is Ms Jane Reeve , R-E-E-V-E .
Ah , yes , Ms Reeve . I have all of your information here . Do you have the cash cheque ?
Here you go .
I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here .
Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ?
I'm sorry , we cannot make corrections on these . You'll have to bring another one with the correct amount , I'm afraid .
Yes , I know . The boarding time on the ticket says 17
Do we need to show our ID cards when checking in .
Yes , It ' s essential .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . we certainly don ' t want a highjack to happen on our plane today .
Why ? Is there some new , cool computer out on the market ?
You bet there is . Feast your eyes on this puppy !
That's a notebook ?
Believe it !
It looks more like a toy , or a cool briefcase !
Yes , please bring us two steaks .
Sure . Anything else ?
What vegetables come with the steaks ?
Potato chips and French dressing .
The last straw , huh ?
Yes , he's really pushed me too far .
I know what you mean .
Kobe Bryant , of course .
Kobe ? I know him , the key guy of the Lakers , a heck of a NBA player . He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense .
He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand .
Maybe he is not good at rebounding ?
Indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
Who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
Well then , what are your spoils ?
Well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
My husband and I got married in a registry office with just two friends there as witnesses . But then we had three parties to celebrate .
Three parties ? That's quite a lot . That must have been expensive !
Well , since my husband and I are from two different countries , and we live in a third country , we decided to have one in each country . It wasn't actually that expensive .
Were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married ?
I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ' t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood .
Did your husband's family get to meet your family ?
My husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed that the wedding party should be less about money and more about family .
That makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ?
We waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa .
You really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ?
Not at all , but we don ' t have a very traditional marriage either , so it suited us perfectly !
Yup , I think so . The car ' s packed , we have munchies and music , and the map ' s in the car .
Did you get the camera ?
Got it ! Did you fill up the tank ?
Yup , it ' s all set .
You ' re sure we ' re not forgetting anything ?
I ' m sure ... we ' Ve got all our bases covered .
Well , let ' s get going then ! I love road trips !
Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ?
But we ' Ve only been on the road for ten minutes .
I know , but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left .
Sounds interesting , I haven't gone boating for some time now , and what time ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . Where shall I meet you ?
At the gate of the park .
Great . I look forward to meeting you .
See you then .
See you .
It's nice , but it doesn't match the color of our room .
How about this one ?
Oh no , this type gets dirty very easily and it's difficult to clean .
Alright , let's look at some others .
Look , this one matches our room and it's inexpensive .
Moreover , it's easy to clean , right ? You are really lazy .
Oh , really ? No wonder that she looks quite depressed recently .
Yes . They used to be joined at the hip .
I heard they were just married for half a year .
That ' s true . She said they often argued over nickel-and-dime things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock .
You said it . You know , they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Definitely . Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
Can you describe your health concern ?
I have been having skin problems that aren ' t going away .
Are you in pain ?
No . Except for the rash , I feel fine .
Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ?
I would like to come in on Tuesday .
I will write you in for that day at 4
I would like to see Dr . Smith .
I will write you in on that doctor ' s schedule . See you then .
Yes . I want to apply for a job you posted on the Internet yesterday .
What ' s the job title ?
Service Technician . How can I apply for this position ?
You need to fill out an Application Form .
Where is it ?
It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ' t leave any blank spaces . When you ' re done bring the application to me .
Okay . Thanks .
Haven ' t you heard ? Richard was fired by our manager .
You ' re kidding . It can ' t be true .
Believe it or not . Everybody is talking about it in the company .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
Me too .
I beg your pardon ?
I was supposed to do that ? I thought Sharon was responsible for that .
No , Liz . I asked you specifically . Don ' t you remember ?
I ' m really sorry , Mr . Samuel . I really don ' t remember that .
What's the fare ?
$ 15 .
The fare is different from the meter .
Well , madam , the meter was not on at all . You didn't tell me .
But I thought it was . Anyway . I am in a hurry . Here is the money .
Hi , Mary , Hi , Ken I hate to bring this up , but that new stereo , system you got ...
Yeah ?
You were playing it very late last night .
Yeah ?
It kept me awake .
Oh , I'm sorry .
It kept me awake a couple of hours .
I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud .
It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me .
It's true . It was a bit loud .
I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future .
Oh , it's no problem . It ' s OK . You know , it only happened once .
I am glad we've straightened everything out .
I will . Will you be voting ?
Well , when is the election ?
You don ' t know that ?
I just don ' t know .
It ' s this Tuesday .
You can ' t be serious .
Why would I joke ?
Thanks for telling me .
You should ' Ve known already .
I forgot .
As long as you go vote , that ' s all that matters .
I want to go to Lid Hotel .
I'm sorry , but you got on the wrong bus .
Which bus should I take then ?
You should change to the No . 701 bus at the next stop .
Thank you so much !
Not at all .
ok , what do you want me to do ?
first of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ' m almost finished the washing up . I ' m going to clean the cooker when I finish .
ok . I ' ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
we ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
while you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way .
actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
my pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
He ' s been on the gravy train these years , hasn ' t he ?
It belongs to the past . He lost his job the other day , and he ' s up a tree now .
It seems that nobody can always expect things to pan out well each time .
Just watching some TV .
Anything interesting on ?
Not really . Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN .
So I take it you're pretty bored too .
Just killing time until I find something to do . What are you going to do ?
It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing . What's wrong with us ?
You wanna shoot some hoops ?
I already tried to call up some of the guys , but they are all busy .
Where's your girlfriend ? I thought you were going out with her today .
She's out shopping with her friends .
Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then .
Aright . Do you have any cigarettes ?
I only have a couple left . Why don't you pick some up on the way .
Ok . See you there in about 30 minutes .
Aright . See you there .
OK . Take care .
Good morning , John !
I want to have a few friends over for a dinner party to celebrate my birthday . Would you be able to come the next weekend on Saturday ?
I'd be delighted to , John . Saturday did you say ?
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
That ' s very kind of you , but it ' s nothing special .
You were doing great out there !
Well , actually it ' s just about luck .
Yes . We are a foreign-invested company and there are many chances to go abroad .
Is there any training program for the employees to make a further study ?
Sure . We attach great importance to the all-round development of the staff , and the development of individuals will motivate them to work more diligently and efficiently .
Why ? Did you open an attachment ?
Yes , something called " George W . Bush . " An hour later , all I see are pictures of George W . Bush in women's clothes .
I kind of like it . He looks better that way , doesn't he ? More presidential .
I preferred the forward with pictures of him side-by-side with monkeys .
Yeah , their expressions were exactly the same !
At least , it is better than my boxed lunch at work . I'm so fed up with the bland food . Thank you for having lunch with me !
Any time . But I don't mind eating boxed lunch . The food sanitation is really good too .
It's hard to believe that you like it . You are so easy to be satisfied .
Hey , it's not that bad . The food is nutritious and it's really convenient . I don't want to spend too much time on eating stuff .
Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine .
Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ?
No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch .
But you didn't eat anything today .
Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant .
All right . I'm going to the McDonald's .
For what ? I thought you didn't like western food .
No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week .
That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food .
Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one .
That's for sure . It's always hard for the parents to say no to their children .
You ? You are full of hot air .
Yes , I did . By the way , in case there is a flaw in this CD player , can I return it ?
Yes . But you must return it within 30 days .
Is there a charge for that . I know other stores have a restocking fee .
There will be no charge at all . However you must show us the receipt . Could you sign it here , please ?
Thank you .
All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund .
Thanks . I'll put it in a safe place .
Ah , never mind , please .
Can you tell me how old you are ?
I am 25 years old .
Are you married ?
No , I am still single .
Can you tell me something about your family ?
Ok . There are four persons in my family , my parents , my elder sister and me .
Actually it was the most interesting day I ' Ve had so far .
Oh really ? Did you find any bargains ?
I did ! I found this lovely teapot . It was the best one I saw in the shops .
And how did you get around town ?
I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do .
Right , so you didn ' t get lost ?
I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China . They soon showed me the way !
That is just wishful thinking . The cost of higher education has increased in recent years , faster than the cost of living . So she wants Jane's brother to go on studying and earn his doctorate by means of it .
But it's unfair for Jane .
Well , that's an hour's ride . Why not just post your mail here .
Oh , I'm visiting a friend there .
I see .
I taught English in a primary school in Beijing .
What teaching experience have you had ?
I am equipped with much experience in teaching for more than 30 years and I also edit teaching materials by myself .
It's $ 160 .
Well , I like everything about it except the price .
Sorry , sir , we are having a sale now .
I think Applied Sociology is a practical subject that can be widely applied to research on soci-ety and man . Hence , I chose it as my major .
Have you taken the course in Public Relations when you are in college ?
I am sorry to say I haven't , but I have taken many other courses that concerns the PR , such as Social Psychology , Public Affairs and Mass Communication .
About 3 000 dollars .
It costs a lot of money . Hospital bills had already made deep in-roads into our savings . Do you think the rest of your salary will be enough to cover our daily expenses ?
I am afraid not , darling . Our expenses are mounting .
We have to cut back on our shopping from now on .
Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income .
I hope so .
I think my greatest accomplishment has been acquiring the Hans account .
That certainly is quite an accomplishment .
Yes , it took a year and a lot of initiative to get that account .
What's your sales record been like there ?
The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ' m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years .
If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ?
Hmm ... I think I am ready for a new challenge . I've put a good team together at my present company , and I think If I want to take the next step in my career , it's time for me to move on .
Are you thinking about a public school or a private one ?
I am not sure . What's the difference between them ?
Public schools are usually state funded , whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere .
Which is better ?
One isn ' t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers .
I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school .
Yes , sometimes .
It's still early .
Gosh , it's already 10 . Stay here if you like .
Since we're late , let's go to see a film .
OK . Hurry up .
Because they are full-grown . Look at their curvy figures .
I feel they all talk and behave in a different way .
They suddenly become shy when they speak to boys .
Some even do make-up slightly . Are you aware that previous ' small potato ' Ma Xiaoxiao becomes a piece of cheese cake recently ?
She is certainly not my kind of girl .
Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes .
You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either .
I appreciate the saying ' Love consists in this , that two solitude protect , border and salute each other . '
I have a little experience . I guided a few foreign tourists around Beijing last year as a part-time job . I showed them to the Great Wall , the Imperial Palace , and the Summer Palace .
Then you may know that it's hard work .
Yes , I know . A friend of mine is a guide . He talked with me about his work , but I don't mind working hard .
Have you applied with any other companies ?
No , this is my first .
Is there anything you want to ask about ?
I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ?
Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ?
Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere .
All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
I'll see what I have got . What's it for ?
I need some cigarettes .
I can let you have some silvers if that is good .
OK , thanks .
No problem . But how ?
I will open the suitcase and you read through the list .
Ok . I am done . You have nothing on the list left behind . But I suggest you take sneakers with you .
Why ?
It is necessary for you to walk on the street . Otherwise , it will be not good to wear high heeled shoes .
That makes sense . I will do it .
You do need to take some medicines with you . Just in case .
Good idea .
$ 70 , madam .
Here you are . Can you put the bread in a separate bag ?
OK , here is your change .
It goes all the way there .
Are you sure ?
I know it does . I catch this bus a lot .
How long does it take for the bus to get there ?
The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so .
Where do we get off the bus ?
Right behind Macy's is a bus stop .
The stop is really at the mall ?
It's in the middle of the parking lot .
That's perfect .
I know it is .
Yes , he once gave her seven roses .
Did she accept it ?
No way to know .
I ' m sorry , Clint . Maybe I didn ' t make myself clear enough . We should get together to discuss this .
Yeah . I think that would be a good idea . I ' m really in the dark on everything .
Fine . Let ' s meet this afternoon . I ' ll draw you a better picture of the situation .
I'm glad I was able to help .
It's most kind of you .
Don't mention it . It was the least I could do .
If there's ever anything I can do for you , Don't hesitate to let me know .
Thank you .
I'm most grateful .
It was a pleasure .
No problem , but you've got to be careful .
Surely I will .
Here's the key then .
OK , sir . When will you be there ?
7:00 tonight and we'd like a smoking table .
No problem , sir .
Yeah , what's up ?
I'm going to go hiking . Do you want to join me ?
I would like to have shelled shrimps with cashew nuts .
Anything else ?
Strawberry cake as dessert , please . By the way , could you serve my main course without garlic and put less ginger in it .
No problem , sir .
Yes , we do . I'll show you several kinds .
I like both of the two hats . Can you give me a discount if I buy both of them
Sure , we'll take 20 % off the price .
I like this colour and it is very bright .
This color is becoming to you , too .
Yes , I think so . How much are they ?
The pink one is 30 yuan , and the purple one is 35 yuan .
I listen to a lot of hip hop . What about you ?
I mostly listen to pop music , but I like a lot of different stuff .
Yes , me too . I mostly listen to hip hop , but there are many genres of music I like .
I try to picture the Lord's face in my mind .
Does that help you faith ?
Yes .
I think you ' ll lay it to rest with the time flying .
I remember that someone says that it is difficult to forget the people who don ' t want to forget .
But I think time can change everything .
Do you have the receipt with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Thank you . Do you want your money back ?
No , can I exchange it for a bigger one ?
I am afraid this is the biggest size we have .
Oh , that's too bad .
Maybe you would like to try this one with the willow pattern . The price is the same and it's bigger .
I think so .
We will need detailed information regarding the full name of the company , the company address ...
Yes , yes . I've got all of that here .
And also , the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number .
Check , check and check .
What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ?
Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ?
As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid .
No problem , I'll settle that now . You can take it from my Business Account .
I need the number for John Reese ' s office .
Just one moment , sir . Here you are -- 767-4512 .
But I don ' t have a pen with me . May I use a pencil ?
I ' m afraid a pencil won ' t do . Wait a moment , I ' ll find you one .
Do we have to type out our homework ?
Mr . : No . You only do that when you write reports .
Is there anything else ?
Mr . : For those of you who don't have a calculator , get one .
We are allowed to use a calculator in class ?
Mr . : Yes . By the way , review today's notes this evening . We may have a small quiz tomorrow .
What brand ?
Black Rose .
Soda or water ?
Just plain water with plenty of ice rock .
All right . Please wait for a minute .
Perfect . It really hits the spot .
Speaking .
This is the Front Desk . I'm afraid that the air conditioning in your room needs repair . We would like to request you to change your room . We are very sorry for the inconvenience .
0K . Well , I suppose I have no choice . What do you want me to do ?
What time is the most convenient for you to change rooms , sir ?
I'm going out in about half an hour .
What time will you be back ?
Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose .
We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return .
OK . I'll do that .
Thank you very much , sir .
I found the ideal position . I ' m working for a plumbing company .
Are you serious ? You studied mathematics at college for four years , and now you have a job working with your hands !
Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge , and creativity . I love this job .
I can see that . But I didn ' t know you had experience in that line of work .
I didn ' t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted .
Congratulations ! You do have the right attitude .
Thank you . It was a lot of hard work . But I'm glad I did it .
Congratulations .
When will you give me a raise ?
Ha ... I am not sure .
I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly .
Let me think . How much did you have in mind ?
5 000 yuan per month .
That's a lot of money . Let me think about it carefully .
Well , I think this Star Wars episode is an excellent piece of work , but not as good as the previous ones .
Really ? I don't agree . This Star Wars episode was incredible !
Why do you think so ?
Well , one of the most spectacular things about this one was the special effects . State of the art special effects are the main reason for the success of previous episodes , so audiences have high expectations for this one , and I don't think they will be disappointed .
You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures .
It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie .
Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes .
I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling .
I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong .
Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ?
No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ' t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak .
Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role .
I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ' re going to start making it and when it ' s scheduled for release ?
I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one .
I hope so , too .
Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late .
Okay , let's go !
Yes , do you have an appointment ?
No , I don't .
Well . The doctor doesn't see nobody without an appointment .
Well , I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and ...
Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 .
I ' d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ...
Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next . You don't have insurance ?
No , not for this country .
How about traveler's insurance ?
No , I didn't think I ' d need it .
Can you pay cash , then ?
Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain .
All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job .
I know . I am sorry that I yelled at you .
I ' m in a bit of a hurry , Louise . Can it wait ?
I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It ' s about the overtime you ' Ve asked me to put in .
All right . Why don ' t you have a seat ? What ' s the problem ?
Not good . I lost my wallet .
Oh , that's too bad . Was it stolen ?
No , I think it came out of my pocket when I was in the taxi .
Is there anything I can do ?
Can I borrow some money ?
Sure , how much do you need ?
About 50 dollars .
That's no problem .
Thanks . I'll pay you back on Friday .
That'll be fine . Here you are .
What are you going to do now ?
I'm going to buy some books and then I'm going to the gas station .
If you wait a minute I can go with you .
OK . I'll wait for you .
How do you do , Mr . James ? Thank you for asking me to come in .
Not at all . Please sit down , then we can begin .
Thank you .
As you know , Miss Wang , we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills . We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate .
Thank you .
Today ' s interview is for us to get to know a little about you . And the interview will last a little bit longer . So , if you ' re comfortable , I want to ask you some questions .
Sure . Our company is in Ericsson Tower , No . 12 Like East Street , Chaoyang District .
Can I get there by the No . 913 bus ?
You can make it by the No . 913 bus , or by subway Line 13 .
Oh , thank you . What is the occasion ?
Tomorrow is the tooth anniversary of our company . Our general manager invites you to a dinner party . Do you think you can manage it ?
Oh , yes , I'd very much like to go .
That is great . Dinner starts at 6
I'll be there in time .
All right . Bye .
Bye .
I think I am very good at planning . I manage my time well so that I can always get things done on time .
What is your weakness ?
I always give each job my best efforts , so when others are not pulling their weight , I am frustrated .
What is your greatest accomplishment ?
I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project .
Can you work under pressure ?
Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ' t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work .
What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ?
There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy .
How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ?
I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive . Some of them change their attitude later .
Hello , I'd like to reconfirm my flight .
May I have your flight No . , PLS ?
My flight No . is 102 leaving Baiyun Airport at fourteen twenty .
Yes , that's our regular flight to Shanghai . What's your name , PLS ?
I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J .
One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ' t you ?
Yes , that's right .
Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight !
Thanks !
If were you . I'd take a taxi .
Can you tell me where the taxi stand is ?
You will find a taxi stand the street corner .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Why not ?
It was so fantastic I didn ' t really want to come home .
Did you happen to meet someone ?
How did you know ?
You always act like this when you ' Ve fallen in love . Who is he ? How did you meet ?
His name is Tony and we met my first night in Pathos . He works with my sister who lives there .
Was it love at first sight ?
Not really . I wasn ' t looking for a holiday romance , but my sister told me that she had promised him that she ' d set him up on blind date with me . I didn ' t think I ' d have anything to lose , so I went .
And ?
Let ' s just say that by the third date , we both realized that we had fallen in love .
That happened quickly ! Are you going to see him again ?
Luckily , his company has a position available here , so he ' s going to see if he can get relocated .
It sounds like he is madly in love with you . Are you ready for such a serious relationship ?
Well , I ' m not really a spring chicken anymore . We don ' t know what will happen .
It's in aisle A .
Do you know what produce is on sale ?
I don't know . Check the flyer or check with the produce person .
Hum , I think there's enough for one more , yes .
Marvelous . Pass it over . My name's George , by the way .
Nice to meet you , George . I'm Irene .
So Irene , what do you do ?
I'm in computing . I work for Macrohard .
Macrohard , eh ?
What do you do ?
I have my own company that designs computer systems .
How often do you service the vans ?
They're serviced regularly . We give them a basic service every 10,000 km or so and a main service once a year , or every 100,000 km .
I see . What does the service involve ?
Well , the same as for private vehicles really , but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear .
Can you carry out major repairs here ?
Yes , we've got all the necessary equipment . We can give the engines a major overhaul . If there's a serious problem , we strip down the engine and find the faulty component . Would you like to look around ?
I bought some special local products .
You seem to have bought the whole market !
Yes . I really wanted to do so . I love those handicrafts , especially the paper-cut .
Paper-cuts are all hand-made . Let me see the paper-cuts you bought . They are all animals .
Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ?
All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes .
Then I will buy some tomorrow .
Why do you want to buy so much ?
Because I want to send them to my friends .
I see .
That's about five blocks . And around corners too . So he was definitely following you .
Yes , he was . I'm not imagining it . Finally , just when I got home , I turned around and looked at him . He was just standing there . He didn't smile . He just stood there . It was so obvious . What should I do ? I'm so scared . Can I call the police ?
Actually , I don't think you can call the police . Not yet at least . He hasn't done anything . And probably the police will just ignore it . But if anything happens again , then maybe you should call .
Why can't I call the police now ? He was definitely following me !
Of course you can call the police if you want . That's not what I mean . I'm just saying that they probably won't do anything .
I suppose . What can they do ? I don't even know who he is .
Listen , Carol . Don't let this bother you too much . Probably it's nothing . Just keep your eyes open when you go out . If you see him a third time , and if he follows you again , then I think we should go to the police . But for now , just try not to worry .
Alright . And I won't go to that cafe for awhile .
Yes , Ms . Jones .
Well , you'd better start studying harder if you want to pass this class .
I have no idea .
Sure . Let me get it for you .
Can you also show me this one ?
No problem . This one is made of pure gold .
I think the cloisonn bracelet is more beautiful .
You ' re right . This one costs less , but is more beautiful .
Will the luster fade out after some time ?
No , we guarantee the quality .
Ok . Can I try it on ?
Certainly , the mirror is right here .
Hmm , I want to change my traveler's cheque . Here is a traveler's cheque of 3,000 dollars . I would like to cash this cheque , please .
No problem . May I see your identification ?
Sure . How about my passport ?
That's fine ! How would you like this cash back ?
I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please .
Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day .
Thank you and bye-bye !
Certainly .
Will there be any late charge ?
No . sir . If only you check out before 15:00
Thank you .
She's gone to a flower shop . Today is her husband's birthday .
That reminds me . My wedding anniversary is tomorrow .
After six months , my college life will come to the end . The following trouble will be the job-hunting . That's really a headache .
Do not take things so seriously , my pal ! Every one of us will face the trouble and job-hunting is inevitable . Take it easy ! Believe in yourself and some day you will be successful .
It sounds reasonable . Maybe I should look on the bright side .
Nothing but the best , Cinnamon toast .
What a nostalgic food !
Why the drama ? Have you been watching soap operas ?
No . Just the smell of bread toasting to a perfect golden brown ...
Brings back memories ?
This Friday evening ?
Yes . We hope you'll be able to join us .
Thank you for the invitation . I'll be very happy to go .
Good !
What time should I arrive ?
How about 6:00 ?
Fine . See you then .
As a matter of fact , I am a bit upset . I just came out of a meeting and it didn't go very well .
What happened ?
No one would listen to any of my suggestions . Instead , they just kept arguing with each other .
Who was chairing the meeting ?
Bob .
Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes .
That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him .
What was the meeting about ?
We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient .
It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient .
Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ?
You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details .
Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ?
You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information .
That's a good idea , I think I will try that at the next meeting .
Well , going to a cinema , visiting the galleries , exhibitions and museums , finding and meeting old friends , exercising in the health club or mountain biking . There are so many good choices .
The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun . I just don ' t know what to do first .
Why not start with the most interesting one ?
Actually , I ' m interested in all of them . The more choices we have , the harder to make a decision .
Toss a coin to decide then .
Me , too . I've heard so much about you .
Same here .
I was looking forward to your arrival .
I'm a little short . I don't have enough for you .
I'm starving , as I didn't eat yet today .
I really don't have enough money .
My stomach feels so empty .
Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too .
I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then .
Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat .
That's not nice .
You can always go home and make something to eat .
I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here .
Sorry . That's not my fault .
Yes , I ' Ve been got all his albums and most of his films on DVD . I adore him . He ' s my idol .
How come you don ' t have all of his films on DVD ?
Some of his early films are hard to find nowadays , especially the ones where he only played a bit part .
I see . I ' m sure you ' ll find them one day . I see you also have several poster of him .
Yes . These posters are new . I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday .
Are you a member of his fan club ?
I was , but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet , so I ' m not a member now .
Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month ?
Of course ! I bought two copies .
Two copies ? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of , right ?
I can't agree more , honey . We need to get away from work from time to time .
Yeah , just return to nature and feel the thrills of its beauty .
We are nor alone here . So many other families !
Sure . The sunny days of spring are ideal for outdoor gatherings .
Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn .
OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff .
Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ?
Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys .
Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ?
He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do .
Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science .
Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic !
I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world .
I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day .
Well , OK . you are always right .
I ' m going to down town .
At this time ? Why don ' t you go there tomorrow ? It is almost dark .
My boy wants me to buy a toy , so I think I ' d better satisfy him .
But I have seen many toys in your home .
There is none now because he likes to destroy toys .
But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ?
Yes , I am annoyed by this , too .
And you still buy him new ones ?
Yes , I think so .
You will spoil him .
Yes , Sally . I want to do some sit-ups and perhaps get in a game of singsong .
That sounds like fun . Would you mind some company ?
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Do you have air ticket and claim tag ?
Here they are .
Well , then , would you fill out this PIR from ? And also we need your signature here .
How soon would you deliver my baggage ?
Hopefully by tomorrow evening . Which hotel are you going to stay ?
At the down town Hilton Hotel .
When is the expected date of your departure ?
I'm going to return next week .
Thank you for your entertaining me .
Today I'll invite you to enjoy the seafood . Please make yourself at home .
Excuse me , what business are you looking after in Germany ?
I am running Chinese arts and crafts .
What arts and crafts are you interested in this time ?
I hope to import some silk from Hangzhou to Germany . Can you help me ?
Sure , I'll certainly help you do it .
Hmm . That's not too bad . Does it have a stopwatch ?
Uh , no . Analog watches don't come with stopwatches . You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch .
Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ?
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Is it possible for me to buy some RIB at this counter ?
Of course , that's no problem at all .
That's a relief ! I was a little worried about it ; I left England in a bit of a hurry .
How much would you like to change ?
Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty .
Please fill in this exchange form , and I'll need to see your passport , and sign here . That's the money and your passport back . Of course , if you don't spend all of it , you can come back and we'd be happy to buy the local currency back from you .
Really ? There aren't many left now .
No , they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away .
Were there any animals in the forest ?
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
I think you'd better take the No . 16 bus . It can take you right there .
How often dose this bus go there ?
Every fifteen minutes .
I really can't wait that long . Are there any other buses that can take me there ?
The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it .
Where can I find the bus ?
The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
It's December eighteenth .
In seven days it will be Christmas Day .
Yes , I know that .
So , can I buy some new shoes as a Christmas present ?
Sure , a promise is a promise .
I'd like to buy a watch .
Well , you've come to the right place . What kind of watch are you looking for ?
Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ?
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
Hi , bob . I ' m reading a biography ?
Who ' s it about ?
It ' s about Bob Dylan .
Who is he ?
He ' s a famous American musician .
Who ' s the author ?
It was written by Howard Sounds .
What do you think about it ?
It ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot from reading it .
Can I read it when you ' re done ?
Sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
How many chapters does the book have ?
There are 15 chapters in total .
When do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
Thanks . Charlie !
No problem . Bob .
Not too bad . It is seemingly too hard for me to find a place for our date .
I guess so . Going to watch a movie and having dinner at a restaurant are usual .
She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating .
Yes , now many girls want to be independent , so it is a little popular , especially among white collars .
But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself .
Forget about it !
Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ?
It will be a long story . We have many differences , for example , she usually puts all her clothes into washing machine . That is the sort of thing I can not bear .
I hope so , too . Rose and her husband have been wanting a boy so much .
After three baby girls in a row , Rose is under a lot of pressure from her in-laws . They want a boy in the worst way now .
But baby girls are just as good and just as fun as baby boys .
I agree with you , but you know how old-fashioned the elders are .
Thank you . I'll just print out your receipt , and then you're free to go . Here you go !
Thanks .
If you don't mind me asking , how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel ?
This hotel could use some insecticide , but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful .
That's very honest of you . Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time .
Can ' t be better , it was wonderful . We had a lot of fun there . There was so much joy and walk and breathe the winter air . We arrived at the park at 9 o ' clock in the morning and didn ' t leave till 3 o ' clock in the afternoon .
You had been walking for 6 hours , isn ' t that boring ?
Of course not ! We built a snowman , some snow dogs and one big snow fort . We went sliding on the nice hill . It was a real work out . At noon , we had the most special winter picnic outside . Fortunately , we got it all on a video tape . You must come with us next time . I bet you will love it .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
He spoke evil behind his back .
How did he know that he had bad mouthed him ?
Someone told joe off .
He is then in a very difficult situation .
Sure . He ' ll get the bag . I think .
You'd just let sleeping dogs lie .
But I'm already in a lot of trouble with my boss .
Anything you say or do might make it worse . Just try to ride out the storm for a while .
She's always bothering me . What should I do ?
You'd better leave her alone .
But she always harps on me .
Just tell her off .
Yes , great !
Sure , what would you like ?
Is it possible to get a beer ?
Why don ' t you have a water or juice instead , so you don ' t get dehydrated ?
You ' re right . I ' ll save the beer for when we land . One orange juice , please .
My pleasure . What a pity you have to leave so soon !
We would stay longer . but I've got to attend a meeting tomorrow morning . Thank you for your warm hospitality .
You're welcome . Maybe next time we'll come to see you .
My wife and I will look forward to it .
I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ?
lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines .
They just announced the boarding call .
Then we've got to get going .
OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing .
Thank you again for all your help .
Bye .
Well , we just got in some mangoes .
Mangoes . What are they ?
Well , it's a fruit with a big nut in it .
Can you eat the nut ?
No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut .
How much are they ?
Well , the sale price is $ 1 each .
What does a mango taste like ?
They're like a citrus fruit .
How do I know if it's ripe ?
You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel .
Where do they come from ?
Most of them in this store are from Mexico .
Well , yes , I ' d like to , if it ' s not too much trouble .
No trouble at all . I think maybe you will meet some of my friends here as well .
That ' d be fine .
Oh , great !
Which is your favorite in this ten ?
I like No . 4 .
You mean Sweet Heart .
Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 .
What do you think about Cold Wind ?
I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart .
So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ?
Well . I don't like Your Lips very much .
Why ?
I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ' s top ten , if you ask me .
Really ? But it's my favorite .
For What ?
Well , I want to surprise my brother showing up for his birthday .
Well , that sounds like it would be OK . Just be careful .
Where are you going ?
I told you already ! I ' m going to get my nails done .
Again ? You just went last week ! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home ! Honestly , why do you need a manicure every week ?
Well , first of all , I like to pamper myself , and my nails look great . You should come with me !
Why ? I don ' t want to have nail polish or anything like that !
They don ' t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish !
Yeah , sounds like something I should definitely do .
It's a furnished two bedroom flat in a three-story building on campus .
What is it like living in on-campus housing ?
It's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it .
Did you have to pay a deposit ?
No , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first 6 months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
Do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
No , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
How long is your contract for ?
That's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
Have you started looking yet ?
Not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
I ' m looking for this book .
Is there something wrong ?
I don ' t see it on the shelf .
Did you check the computer ?
I already looked .
Did it say anything ?
It said that the book is on the shelf , but it isn ' t .
I ' m sure I can get it from another library .
Could you do that ?
I ' ll let you know when I get the book in .
That ' s great . Thank you so much .
Aren't firecrackers forbidden in the city ?
Well yes , but they are not allowed only in downtown areas . It's OK here . It would be difficult to ban customs that have thousands of years of tradition . The habit does bring kids joy and excitement so long as precautions are taken . Let's go out and set off firecrackers out there .
Fantastic ! The whole city is echoing with crackling sounds !
What other activities will you have tomorrow ?
Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second .
Do you bring some gifts along ?
That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand .
Is it the same practice for all families ?
Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday .
I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax .
Well , for city dwellers , the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days . While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized , the festival lasts ten days .
It bears a great many of advantages , but also some weak points .
Is it ? I've never thought of any disadvantages of the mobile phone .
For instance , the mobile phone seriously distracts the attention of people from work and study .
That's true . Some people pay too much attention to their mobile phones .
Actually , it's not the fault of the mobile phone . But people should have a proper attitude towards it . Mobile phone is a tool serving people , not the fetters restricting them .
I ' m fine . Thank you .
What can I do for you ?
I need to transfer money .
Do you know which account you want to take the money from ?
From my savings account .
Where are you transferring the money to ?
I would like it transferred to my checking account .
How much ?
I want to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all ?
Yes . That will be all .
It's my pleasure , what can I do for you ?
I'm from England and I'm trying to make a travel plan for today .
What brings you here ?
I'm a flight attendant and I'm here on vacation .
Where are you staying ?
I live in the Holiday Inn Lido Hotel .
Oh , it's not very far . And as far as I know it is a fancy place .
Yes , it is . Do you know where I can get a town map ?
We sell them , right here .
Great , do you have any for foreigners ? I mean English version ?
Yes . I like it very much .
Cooking is a hobby with me . I'm always trying to think up new recipes . I hope you like the soup . It's kind of a specialty of mine , so I hope you enjoy it .
It's excellent .
Thank you for your compliment . Won't you try this fish with white sauce ? I'm rather round of it .
It's delicious .
What sort of western food do you like best ?
I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ?
I find the Chinese dishes wonderful .
Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night .
It's still early .
What is it ?
Haven't you heard that your novel has won The Nobel Prize ?
Really ? I can't believe it . It's like a dream come true . I never expected that I would win The Nobel Prize !
You did a good job . I'm extremely proud of you .
Thanks for the compliment .
You certainly deserve it . Let's celebrate !
What about it ?
My cable has been out for the past week or so .
The cable is down right now . I am very sorry .
When will it be working again ?
It should be back on in the next couple of days .
Do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down .
So , I don't have to pay for it ?
No , not until your cable comes back on .
Okay , thanks for everything .
You're welcome , and I apologize for the inconvenience .
Yes , I do . But my characters are very bad .
It takes a long time to learn Chinese writing .
Are you Chinese ?
Yes , I am . I am from Taiwan . I came here to study political science .
How do you like it ?
I like it so far . But my English still needs work .
I want to study Mandarin and international relations .
Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters ?
They teach regular characters .
I see . I'm from Taiwan , so I know regular characters better than simplified .
You just said your English needs work , yes ?
Yes , that's true . Especially my writing . I think my papers aren't good enough . I make too many grammatical mistakes .
Well , I am very serious about learning Chinese . But for me the hard part now is pronunciation . You have the four tones in Chinese . It is very hard . Maybe , if you have time , maybe we could do a language exchange .
You mean you and I ?
Yes , why not ? I mean , if you come to this cafe often , maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English .
That sounds like a good idea . How often would you like to do it ?
Let's see ... My schedule right now is quite busy . But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange .
How would we manage it though ? How would we spend the 90 minutes ?
First , we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing . If you want , I could help you edit your papers . Or we could do English conversation . Whatever you want . And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese .
Would I help you with writing ?
No . For me right now , the important thing is spoken Chinese . I need practice . So you could tutor me in speaking . We could use my textbook , and you could ask me questions . Then you could correct my mistakes .
I think it sounds like a good system . But when is it convenient to meet ?
Well , today is Monday . Actually , for me Monday at this time would be the best . I am free from now until 11
Me too . In fact , I'm free until 1
So if you want to meet at 10
It sounds good . I will bring the papers I'm working on .
And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder . I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own .
Let me give you my phone number .
Sure . I'll give you mine too . Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason .
I don't know what to have . If you don't mind , I'll just leave the choice to you .
With pleasure , sir . May I suggest Steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks ? They are popular breakfast among Chinese people .
OK . Anything to drink ?
Yes , sir . We usually serve soya-bean milk and jellied beancurd . Which one do you prefer , sir ? A
I'll try the soya-bean milk this time .
So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk .
That's right .
Thank you , sir . Just a moment , please .
I'm the manager . How can I help you ?
I was hoping that the apartment on Main Street was still available .
Why , yes , it is . Would you like to get a look inside the apartment ?
Yes , it would be nice to see the apartment .
How about today at 6 o'clock ?
Yes , I can be there at 6 .
Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ?
I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest .
If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me .
Is there anything that I need to bring with me ?
No . I won't need to see anything except your driver's license .
Yes , such as Christmas and Easter .
What about historic festivals ?
Thanksgiving Day , Independence Day .
May I have your name and room number ?
I am Molopo and my room is 5022 .
OK . sir . Please go upstairs . Someone will open the door for you .
Thanks a lot .
I think the four days ' tour from New York to Atlantic City will be fine .
That's a good choice .
What is the departure date ?
We have parties every Saturday from June to October .
Yes , of course . I love the picnic party . It ' s really family fun time .
This time you can bring your daughter with you .
Right , she is so excited and simply can ' t wait .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
Really ? I have a weakness for coffee .
Yes , I have booked a table for four . My name is Liu Fan .
We have had a window table reserved for you . This way , please .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
Can we see the menu , please ?
I'll bring it over .
Anything good for this evening ?
We have squirrel shaped mandarin fish , seeds prawn , etc .
Very good , we'll take them all .
We usually eat chicken , pork and beef . You eat these meats a lot in your country too , don't you ?
Yes , we do . We also eat mutton .
I've heard that people in your country like mutton chops .
That's right . Mutton chops taste so good . We eat them with sauce . Have you ever tried ?
Yes , I have . I tried once when I visited your country last year . I think they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
Certainly I can . I'll buy some from the butcher's and cook for you next Sunday .
That sounds great . I'll bring a bottle of wine then .
I've been looking forward to visiting your factory .
You'll know our products better after this visit .
A Korean film called Friends , starring Sang Dong-gun .
Really ? I've seen that movie , too .
How did you like the movie ?
I thought it was pretty good .
Really ? I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
I guess it could happen .
Could you tell me the advantages of it ?
No problem . First , it's comfortable and cozy . Second , it has a lovely view of the city . Third , it has all kinds of electric appliances that we need , such as refrigerator , electric stove , heating apparatus , washing machine and dishwasher . Forth is the most important , the electricity is free of charge . Finally , it's located in the center of the city and the transportation is convenient .
There is something in what you said , but what is the rent ?
200 dollars per week .
In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas .
It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent .
Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself .
Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ' s easy to go anywhere from here and it ' s near the place where I work ?
I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ?
Twice a week for work and once for shopping .
In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university .
That's true . Ok , I will think about it .
What class are you trying to take ?
I want to take a Psychology class .
Well , there are only two classes open .
Can you tell me what days the classes are on ?
One class is on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p . m . to 4 .
And the other class ?
That class is from ten to twelve on Monday and Wednesday .
Are you sure these are the only open classes ?
Yes , I am sure .
Okay , sign me up for the class on Monday and Wednesday .
Very well then .
Yes , we charge 50 cents for water .
That's fine . Could you give me some more napkins , too ?
Sure . Do you need anything else ?
Yes , I would also like some sweet and sour sauce and pepper .
I'll put all that into the bag for you .
Do I owe you anything for the sauce , pepper and napkins ?
No , there is no charge for those .
Son , you just go back to bed , and stop crying wolf .
What's another Japanese art ?
Japanese art ? Mm , Ikebana ! Tea Ceremony !
Tea Ceremony ! Tell me about Tea Ceremony .
Tea Ceremony ! It's , there's a certain way you have to make tea , not only make tea , there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl .
I see .
Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl
How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ?
There's some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony . So you need to go to a school , yes , and learn from your teacher and their hierarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go , climb up the ladder in the hierarchy .
Isn't it just great ! I just knew I'd win !
You did ? How ? Did you wear red underwear again this year ?
Not only that !
Tell me ! Tell me ! What's your secret ? !
OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone !
What ? ! You did that ? ? ! ! !
Hello , this is Miller . I'm calling about the appointment with Mr . Zhang for this afternoon . Something's just come up , I'm afraid the appointment will have to be rescheduled , I'm very sorry about the change .
That's all right . Maybe we can make another arrangement .
You're very kind to say so . Thank you . Do you think tomorrow morning would suit him ?
I'm afraid there's a bit of a problem . In fact , he's booked up the whole week except tomorrow afternoon .
Tomorrow afternoon , Um ... you see , I've made an appointment with Mr . Comet for tomorrow afternoon . In order to meet Mr . Zhang , I have to cancel the appointment with Mr . Comet , I'm afraid .
I'm terribly sorry , Mr Miller , but Mr . Zhang is really busy this week .
I understand . When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ?
Please let me check . Tomorrow afternoon - Yes , he'll be free from 2:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ?
Yes , that's quite all right for me .
Give it to me .
What is it ?
It ' s my acceptance letter from UCLA .
What does it say ?
I ' Ve been accepted !
Are you serious ?
I ' m serious .
Good for you !
NYU was my first choice , but UCLA is just fine .
I ' m so proud of you .
Thanks . I ' m proud of myself , too .
Yes . Do you have a savings account in our bank ?
No , I haven't . It is the first time for me to come to deposit money here .
How long do you want to keep it in our bank ?
Two years , please .
You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit .
OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ?
Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one .
I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ?
In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on .
I see .
I want to get a package of cigarette .
Have you a taste for this kind ?
No , this kind of cigarette is too strong for me , I desire a mild one .
What about this ?
It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ?
I have a lot of them .
Show me the one made of plastic .
OK , here you are .
Thank you .
You must have a rich boyfriend because that bag is so expensive !
I bought it on eBay . It was only one-tenth of the original price . And the purchase was so easy .
No kidding ! Then how do you know the bag's real ?
Well , it came with a certificate , and it looks real . But auctioning on eBay is risky .
A risk I would never take ...
Then you haven't browsed eBay before ... get online . Don't hang up !
What ' s that ?
I ' m sorry , sir . Smoking is not permitted in this area .
Oh , sorry . I ' ll put it out .
No , thanks . I've really got to go now .
Have a nice day !
You , too .
I thought you were going to let it grow out long .
I said that , didn't I ? But I just don't know what to do with it .
You're in one of those in-between stages , aren't you .
Yes , it's not short enough to be wash-and-go and not long enough to do anything fancy .
Have you thought about wearing a hat ?
Everywhere I go ?
Well , it's one way to get through the in-betweens if you really want to grow it out !
Let me get my morning coffee to get my brain working again .
I could use one , too . I'm still burnt out from that last cigarette ad campaign .
As long as the foam on my macchiato's not burnt , too , I'll be alright for a while . You got your espresso , Jess ?
I know only too well what that's like .
What do you mean ?
I was very sad when I was laid off last year .
Well , he's very tall and handsome .
Hmm ...
He has big blue eyes and long blonde hair .
Oh , how long ?
Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold .
OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does .
He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well .
Really ?
He's quite a patient teacher , too .
Fine .
You're going to like him . Everybody says he's a nice guy .
What's that ?
I fell on the way to school , and your bike got scratched . I'm really sorry .
Don't worry about it . It's not new , it already has a few scratches . Did you get hurt ?
No , thank you .
That's the most important thing .
It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid .
Forget about it .
When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway .
Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well .
I appreciate that , thank you .
So ?
Right , here it is .
Thanks . OK ... your balance is 320,214 RIB . How much do you require today ?
I'll take 4,500 RIB , please .
Please fill in this transfer form and enter your password , here . Then the transaction should be completed .
OK ... there we go . Thanks very much .
No , but those guys like to hit on me .
It is a bit of a fixer-upper . Let ' s take a look inside .
It doesn ' t look much better inside this place .
You know , with a little elbow grease and paint , you could spruce it up a bit .
There are hardly any windows in here , and that makes it really gloomy .
Let ' s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large .
Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper .
Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please .
What ' s that smell ?
Perhaps we should move on to the next listing .
Oh John , I thought we said we would start eating right ! Remember ? Our new healthy lifestyle ? That ' s all junk food !
Humph ! Right , so what did you get ?
Well , healthy food , of course ! I got some whole wheat bread , skimmed milk , fresh fish and organic carrots ...
Organic ? What ' s organic ? Do we need organic carrots ... ?
They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ...
Oh , so organic vegetables are the ' green ' option , right ?
Yup , better for the environment and better for us !
Wait a minute , what's that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ?
I like doughnuts .
She's in a meeting until noon .
Ok , I'll try her back then .
Ok , thank you .
Not bad . We had a get-together with friends from college . I haven't seen many of them since graduation . How about you ?
Great . I hung out with Jo all day shopping , and the went out for dinner together .
Sounds a good weekend . You know it always amazes me that two people as different as you and Jo can become such close friends .
Yeah , I never thought we could be good friends either . We have our differences . She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed , but we still get along extremely well . We can talk for hours about anything .
That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes .
When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her .
It seems you two bring out the best of one another .
Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me .
Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other .
Thanks , I think so too .
A double cheeseburger sounds good .
Everything on it ?
Yes , please .
Would you like fries with that ?
I would love large curly fries .
Would you like anything to drink ?
Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi .
Will that be all ?
Yeah , that's it . Thank you .
Your total comes to $ 5 . 48 .
Here you go . Thank you very much .
Oh , yes , if you like . The large one goes to Washington . The other one I will take with me . All right ?
Flight 36 to Washington . It ' ll be on the plane for you .
Oh , thank you . Thank you very much .
Sure .
Please count on my love .
I will .
I'll be yours through endless time .
I see . And I'll always be devoted to you .
Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry .
I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie .
My love will grow , like a river to flow .
It can't be dry , and can't die .
I don't know whether we are in a dream .
Aha , Aha ...
I'd rather not have it if you don't mind . I'll have soup instead . I'm supposed to be on a diet .
But I can't resist a good dinner .
I'm not an expert , but that's the impression I have .
Is rice your staple food , too ?
Needless to say , as a Westerner , it's bread .
Give them a buzz ? What can I say to them ? Say that you want a loan ?
I just want to make sure that there is possibility of giving us a loan .
And they , too , want to make sure their loan is worthwhile .
No . As far as I can remember he was supposed to be on a business trip to Lisbon .
Yes , but he was supposed to be back by now .
Maybe you'll call his home .
I went a global warming rally in London . It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment .
do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already ?
it might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Why ?
Didn't you notice the roses everywhere ?
I hear it's Chinese Valentine's Day ! Don't you know ?
Oh , God . I just forgot it . I should have brought roses for my girlfriend .
It's not too late . Go to buy some now .
I am Mr . Foster , and we have a 7:00 dinner reservation tonight for four people .
Welcome , Mr . Foster , if you would have a seat in the lounge area , our hostess will be ready to seat you in just a moment .
We are going to have a drink while we are waiting . Please let the hostess know that she can find us there .
She will come and let you know when your table is prepared .
Those patio tables are new , aren't they ? Would it be possible to be seated out there ?
An outside table is available right now if you would like to be seated immediately .
We would love to sit outside . Thanks for your help !
Here is your table , and now may I take your drink order while you are considering what to have for dinner ?
Yes , could you please bring us a pitcher of margaritas and four glasses while we are figuring out our dinner order ?
I'll put your drink order in and be right back to get your dinner order .
We'll be ready to order by the time you get back !
Come on , you think about what to wear almost every day . There are thousands of clothes in your wardrobe .
Well , haven't you ever heard people say that there is always one piece of clothes missing from a woman's wardrobe ?
I have and I can prove that is 100 % true for you .
Loving to look beautiful is women's nature . In fact , I am thinking about going to my favorite clothing shop today .
No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic .
Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size .
OK . Do you have the receipt with you ? I think they will ask you to show them the receipt first .
No , I haven't , but I've seen several interesting advertisements in the paper .
What kind of job are you looking for ?
Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
My home phone , the landline . I don't have a mobile phone , far too complicated for an old lady like me ! Do you need my Bank Book ?
I'll need your Bank Card , please . Your Bank Book is required for over the counter services ; with the ATM you just need to have your card .
Let's get started . First , select the service you require . That's household bill payment for you . Then we select the type of bill , so that's landline ... here you go . Your bill for this month comes to 87 . 42 RIB . The money will come out of your account and go straight to the phone company .
Well , that is easy ! It sure beats waiting in line for ages waiting to deal with a real person !
Nothing .
Why do you look unhappy ?
I ' m rather disappointed at not being able to see my best friend off .
Oh , cheer up . He ' ll understand you .
Sure , company rules are not very strict at this point .
Thank you for telling me that .
But remind you , there are some forbidden activities .
What are they ? I ' ll be careful .
Don ' t use office phones for personal matters .
I got it .
Never ever come to work drunk , also smoking in the office is not allowed .
I see .
No , of course not . Just in case . Nothing to worry about . Don't you also do this in China ?
I don't know . Maybe the same . Actually , this is my first time being in a bar .
Oh , then it's my honor to be here with you . I can see now why you've been so curious about the bar stuff . You like this place ?
Sure . I love this place , especially the decoration . So tasteful !
Yeah . Other than that , the real feature are the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ?
Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in .
Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ?
Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move .
I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention .
Cool . Thanks .
I have no idea .
Why don't you go sightseeing ?
It isn't a good time because there must be many tourists in the scenic spots . What about your plans ?
I intend to stay at home for the whole seven days and have a good rest .
Sorry , madam . You have to wait your turn . The parking lot is full .
Unbelievable ! Parking in this city is such a nightmare !
Madam , patience is a virtue .
Oh , gosh ! I have to go to the restroom so bad ! I can't bear it anymore !
I'm sure a spot will open up soon .
Oh , look ! There's a spot open next to the public restroom ! Can I take it ?
I'm colin . It's nice to meet you . What do you do ?
I'm a freelance English teacher . How about you ?
I'm in between jobs at the moment .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
200 bucks .
200 bucks for a piece of junk like that ? That's a ripped-off .
What do you mean ?
It's not worth it .
Oh , I guess I really did get ripped off .
Thanks . It's a lot better than mine , and it's new .
Where are you going ?
We're going to visit my sister in the city .
I didn't know your sister lives in the city , when did she move there ?
About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library .
I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ?
Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes .
Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway .
I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now .
Doesn't your mother live in the city ?
Yes , she's lived there for about ten years .
I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then .
I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now .
Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker .
See you later .
What are you doing ? Is anything wrong ?
Yes , but I've nearly fixed it . Just take it , will you ?
Oh , yes , of course . I'm sorry-I wasn't thinking ...
oh , don't mention it . It was terrible .
what ' the matter ?
the food station was as crowded as usual . I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich , and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone .
I see . You simply can't blame the server for this .
yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district .
that's true .
anyway , how was your such , Catherine ?
it was good . I brough lunch from home today .
you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America .
well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy .
i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat .
yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ?
you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America .
well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places .
seriously ?
yeah , it's hard to believe but true .
What news ?
You don ' t know ? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones .
You know what we will get ?
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
Fine , thanks . How about you ?
What ?
I went down to change some money , right ?
Yes . We need some . How much did you change ?
I wanted to change around 5000 dollars . And you know the exchange rate .
Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ?
Not today .
What do you mean ?
I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board . At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something .
Why ?
Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar .
Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ?
I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense .
Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ?
So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true . They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar .
That's amazing ! Really ? How could it change so much in two days ?
I wouldn't say that . It looks fine to me .
Are you kidding She is behind the times . That style went out last year .
Oh , come on , as long as it looks good on her .
Well , you ' re really as out-dated as she is .
You ' re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style
No wonder you never buy me a new dress .
I think most people treat animals well , but we are often cruel to animals . When we raise animals for food , the conditions they live in are often poor .
Perhaps people should stop eating animals . We could grow more crops .
What would you do with all the animals ? You couldn ' t just let them go . Besides , some people would still hunt them . Meat has become an integral part of our diet .
We could provide them with better conditions anyway . We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos . We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible .
That ' s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ' s good for kids to see wild animals .
I agree . I ' m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ' t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways .
I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced .
That ' s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well .
Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare .
Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals .
Yes , I have . They do an excellent job .
Okay , Mark , What ' s up ?
I ' d like to know why you ' re always taking credit for work we ' Ve done together like that line in the new Ice Cream ad ?
That was my line , Mark . I know we worked on the ad together , but that was definitely my line .
I may have something on that day , but thanks for inviting me .
Well , drop by if you can .
I will , do you want me to bring anything ?
No , just bring yourself . I hope to see you there .
Knock on wood . But I have a very important date .
No . She was right . I was too nervous . I kept thinking , What if we blow it ?
Well , I guess Zina figured you couldn't blow it if you were in the hotel room .
She even stayed at a different hotel . She said I might be contagious .
Well , at least we have Stars . com . That'll be great publicity .
Fine with me . I just want to get this over with . It ' s important we make a clean break . I should have signed a pre-nup .
What was that ?
Nothing ! Anyway , you ' re right , there ' s no reason this has to be nasty . My lawyer tells me you ' Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement-I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ' s done ... finally .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Um , yes , please , I could really use some help . I'm going over to my boss'house for dinner tonight and don't know what kind of wine I should bring .
OK , do you know what kind of food will be served ?
Well , his wife is Japanese . He said she makes really good sushi .
Hmm , that's a bit of a challenge . Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine . Well , let's see . have to be a white wine , of course .
Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ?
No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish .
I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ?
Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand .
Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ?
That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay .
Let's see . The label says it's got " attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . " Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now .
It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely .
All right . What varietal is that ?
Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess .
And you think this is a good wine ?
Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma .
Perfect ! I'll take it !
No , I'm not . Hey , look at that guy over there .
Which guy ?
The guy in the blue shirt at the table by the window .
I can't see him . Where ?
Right there .
Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ...
Yes , it's Mel Gibson .
Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ?
I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ?
I can't do that .
Why not ?
How high did the price go ?
I don't know . I dropped out at $ 250 .
You didn't watch the end of the auction ?
No . It wasn't the super bargain I thought it was .
It ' s so sad . They had been together for only two months . Do you know what the matter was ?
Mary said Jack was cheating on her . Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown . One day , May saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
Really ? I ' m very surprised . He doesn ' t look like a guy who ' d ever do that sort of thing , right ?
No , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
Maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
How so ?
He is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
Poor Mary ! She really liked him .
Anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
Do you think they ' ll get back together ?
No , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
So do I .
Not yet , Mom . Why are you on such a cleanliness kick anyway ?
Do I have to remind you that your grandma is arriving tonight ?
Oh , my God , I forgot grandma's coming !
Yes , so this place had better be clean . You know Grandma ...
... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat .
And Steve is going to look after you until we come back .
Mom , there isn't any hot water
Turn on the shower .
It's getting cold .
Ok . I'll check the heater . Dry yourself with the towel first .
He's very strict with us .
And I hear he gives very good lectures .
Indeed . He ' s strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared .
Yes , of course .
Would you like to be my guide ?
I'd be very pleased .
Sure . Why don ' t you try it on ? The fitting room is over there .
It ' s just the right size-a perfect fit ! Have you seen anything you like ?
I ' m thinking about buying this sweater . I know it ' s june now , but it will be perfect for autumn and winter .
It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ?
Yes , it ' s half price . It ' s supposed to be too large-that ' s the fashion .
I might get one too , but in a different colour . I prefer light blue to while .
There . It looks great , don ' t you think ? I ' m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I need a new pair . I ' m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter .
I ' m getting this beret -- doesn ' t it look cool ? I ' d like to get some jeans too , but I don ' t have enough cash on me .
Don ' t worry . I ' Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later .
Thanks ! Now I don ' t need to come back to the shop a second time .
You don ' t need to carry the furniture home because we have delivery service .
Do you charge for delivery ?
Wo will deliver the goods to you for free .
Very good . Could you deliver it to this address ?
Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number .
OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ?
No later than tomorrow .
Thanks .
Yeah , really .
By the way , my name is Liu Wei .
Hi , I ' m Susan Marshall . You can call me Susan . Nice to meet you .
What do you do , Susan ?
Well , I ' m a college student . How about you ?
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
It's worth it just to go and eat what the mafia eat ! The five-dollar tiramisu is a culinary orgasm .
Such a thing exists ?
Fortunately , yes . You're blushing !
Am I ? Um ... my face gets red when I walk too fast .
You're embarrassed , aren't you ? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy . The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her ...
Yes , I suppose we must . I have enjoyed all these days that you have spent with me , and I'll always remember them . I've learned a lot from you . Thank you for all your kindness .
I'm glad you could come to see us off . I have enjoyed your interpreting . You have done a wonderful job . I hope you be my interpreter again next time I'm here .
I hope so , too .
It's hard to tear myself away from your friendly people and your ancient country , but nothing lasts for ever . I have to go back home this time , but I'm sure I'll return very soon .
I'm really glad to hear that
Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon .
Good-bye , Mr White . A happy journey home , and hope to see you again soon .
From 9 to 12 a . m . , and 2 to 6 p . m .
Can I ask for a leave ?
Of course , if necessary .
Are there any other jobs waiting for me in the future ?
Seldom .
That's OK . How can my salary be improved ?
Your quantity sold is beyond the required by more than 30 % .
Gee , how dangerous ! I've almost knocked him down .
You stopped just in time . Good for you !
I braked as hard as I could .
Total Fitness , why ?
Well , I ' Ve been going to Athletic Express , but I don ' t like it there .
Really ? Why not ? I hear it ' s pretty good .
The people don ' t really work out there . They just stand around and talk all the time .
Oh , it ' s one of those places .
Yeah , is your club different ?
Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ' t so many people .
Do they have a lot of equipment ?
Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna .
Sounds nice . What about classes ?
The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too .
Wow , that sounds great .
Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ' t you come with me tonight ?
Really ? Thanks . I ' ll stop by when I get off work .
Perfect . See you later .
O . K . , see you .
We have hundreds of constituencies and the votes in each one elect a member of parliament . Most people call them mp ' s .
Each mp belongs to a political party , right ?
Almost all of them do . A few are independent . That means that they do not belong to a party . If one party more than half of the mp ' s . they form a government . That means that they choose a prime minister can cabinet members .
What ' s a cabinet ?
This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ' s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy .
Can any mp make a law ?
Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law .
I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties .
Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ' s . most mp ' s vote the way their party wants them to .
How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ?
They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Votes who often change the party they vote for are called floating voters .
Thank you very much . I will devote all my efforts to my work .
All right . I'm nearly ready . What time does the bus leave ?
Half past six ... and it's half past six already .
Oh , we've got plenty of time .
We haven't . Hurry up !
All right . Let ' s go .
And about time too .
My first grandchild .
And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
What can I help you with ?
Well , I have a problem with my class schedule .
What is it ?
It seems that I've been given two classes scheduled at the same time .
I can understand the problem with that .
Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ?
No problem , do you want those classes still ?
Yes , I do .
Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day .
Thank you very much .
Yes , thank you .
Here's some sugar .
Thanks .
I bought it when I was on vacation in Nepal .
Sorry , he is in the middle of something . Can I take a message ?
Yes . Please tell him that he is expected to have an interview with the CEO of ABC company tomorrow morning at 10:00 .
Could you please speak in a louder voice ? There may be something wrong with your receiver .
OK , I will repeat what I said loudly .
I'd like to open a new account .
Have you filled out an application form ?
Yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ?
Yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
Yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
Yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
That's very convenient .
It is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
Yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
The maximum is $ 1000 .
Is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
Yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the account . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
That's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
They're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
No , thank you .
Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you ?
That would be great .
When do you want it delivered ?
I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ?
What time exactly ?
I need it delivered at 12 .
We can have it to you at that time .
That's not a problem ?
We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock .
That's great ! Thank you very much .
Where ' s what wagon ?
The water wagon .
What water wagon ?
The wagon with the water , of course .
That ' s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard .
No , you can ' t do that . There isn ' t much water in the wagon . And we need the water for drinking .
Yeah , this dress is really nice ! How much is it ?
That one is one hundred and fifty dollars .
One hundred and fifty dollars ? What about this other one over here ?
That ' s one hundred and forty .
Hmm ... that ' s a bit out of my price range . Can you give me a better deal ?
This is an exclusive design by marco ! It ' s a bargain at that price .
Well , I don ' t know . I think I ' ll shop around .
Okay , okay , how about one hundred dollars ?
That ' s still more than I wanted to spend . What if I take both dresses ?
Okay , I can give you a special discount , just because you seem like a nice person . One hundred and ninety dollars for both .
I don ' t know ... It ' s still a bit pricey ... Thanks anyway .
my final price ! One hundred dollars for both ! That ' s two for the price of one . That ' s my last offer !
Great ! You ' Ve got a deal !
It's my honor , Mr . Mike . By the way , how can I know whether I am accepted or not ?
We hope to make a decision in the next few days . We'll notify you of our decision by mail , is this convenient for you ?
Yes . Thank you very much . I am looking forward to hearing from you .
Good luck to you , good-bye .
Good-bye .
Maybe you can't be so sure .
Why not ? The whole idea is superstitious .
But some people use this occasion to create trouble . Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer ? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth .
I know that . But that has nothing to do with being unlucky . Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people .
I don ' t want to .
Well , come and talk to me then .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the radio then ?
Turn on the radio ? What for ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to some music ? And who ' ll cook dinner ? Will you ?
Ok , I will . But let ' s go to a disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate pop .
Yes . I gotta review all of them for the final exam . It is just around the corner .
Oh , right ! Do you have many exams at the end of each semester ?
That depends . Some semesters have many , some don't . And some courses don't have exams but only ask for papers . That's easy .
And when do you prepare for your final exam ?
Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam .
Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ?
Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them .
Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart !
But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late .
Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ?
Yes , some people even pack up his bed quilt and sleep there . That's a little bit crazy .
Sorry , I can ' t ! I have to go to work , pick up Jake and Maddie from school , and make them an afternoon snack , then take Jake to soccer practice and Maddie to dance class .
You sound exhausted . Maybe you should hire a nanny to help you out ! She can pick the kids up and take them to their after-school activities . She can also help you do some household chores , and run some errands .
Oh , I don ' t know ... it ' s hard to find the right nanny . You have to consider her previous work experience , the responsibilities you give her , and how she interacts with the kids . I would love to have someone to help me out , though .
I think you should definitely consider it ! This way you won ' t have to juggle such a busy schedule , and you ' ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings . I can refer you this great nanny Amy . She used to work for my neighbors , before they moved away . She ' s very responsible , a good cook , and great with kids .
Oh , that ' s great . Thanks Grace . Can you give me her number ? I ' ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow . Maybe this way I won ' t be so tired every day , and Dan and I might even get to go on a date once in a while .
I'd like reading books best .
What kinds of books do you like to read ?
Literature and economy .
By the way , would you like to see movies ?
That's OK .
What do you do in your spare time ?
I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes .
I just like to sleep like a lazy cat .
That's a bad habit .
it's easy ! Just go and get a card .
You bet , Emily . Pull up a chair .
Well , this is my first paycheck here in the States and there are a few things I don't understand . First of all , what is this FICA , and SUI Y tax , and why are there deductions both for Medicare and for my health insurance plan ?
OK , let's start from the top of your pay stub . This number here represents your gross pay .
Then here we have a series of deductions . First off are the federal ones . FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act , or something like that . It's your federal income tax . And then there's Social Security and Medicare , which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work .
All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now .
That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take .
Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes -- one at a state level and one at a federal level ?
That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead .
I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan .
No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation .
Yeah , I guess it's the same in the UK , I just never paid much attention . See you later !
I think something must be done .
Yeah . We should have more roads built .
I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems .
You are just a little bit chubby , not paunchy .
You know , I'm a compulsive overeater . I got to watch what I eat .
More physical exercise may help to keep your weight down .
You said it .
Would you recommend some materials on the World War Two ?
Have you found a particular item from the card catalogue ?
Yes , but I don't think they are enough for me .
Oh , maybe you can find something from the New York Times , or the Washington Post during that period .
That's a good idea . Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Sure . If you want to stretch your legs , a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body , like this . It ' s a very simple exercise , but very effective .
I need to excise my arms too . How can I do that ?
One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ' t want to drop them on your feet !
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
Well , if I were you , I'd go on studying .
But I don't even know what to study .
If I had chance again , I'd major in English . You're good at language .
That's what my parents want me to do .
You should take their advice . They know what's best for you .
But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing .
But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun .
Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age .
And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too .
You're right . Thank you for the advice .
Next Saturday ? I ' m sorry . I ' Ve promised to go to a Chinese Opera with my daughter .
How about Sunday then ?
Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ?
Does six thirty suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Take it easy , madam . And speak slowly . May I have your name first ?
Shirley .
What's your son's name ?
Daniel .
Can you describe his appearance to me ?
He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1 . 4 meters .
OK , I see . Dear Daniel , please come to the broadcasting station when you've heard this , your mother is waiting for you . If other tourists see a boy in a blue sportswear and a pair of white sportsshoes , 1 . 4 meters , please ask him to go to the broadcasting station . Thank you !
Oh , we need an umbrella . The weather is so changeable in that area .
Yes , let's go . Lock the door , please .
All right .
Most normal little girls go wild over Barbie dolls .
That sounds good . Let me see one .
Here's the latest model -- Digital Barbie .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
What seems to be the problem ?
I am not feeling well .
What is bothering you ?
I think I am beginning to have an asthma attack .
Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ?
No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there .
Do you need a ride home ?
I live in the dorms across the street , so I ' ll be OK .
OK , then , hope you feel better soon . Check your e-mail for missed assignments .
No , not at all . Go ahead .
What do you do in order to improve your English ?
I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things . Most importantly , I practice every chance I get .
It ' s a good idea to have a radio , isn ' t it ?
Sure . It ' s like understanding on the telephone -- -- you can ' t see the speaker ! It ' s great for improving listening comprehension .
It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ' t it ?
It certainly does . But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress .
oh , it is really far from here . You ' re going in the wrong direction actually .
I must have taken a wrong turn .
it doesn ' t matter . Go back the way you came . After about five kilometers , you ' ll see a hotel on the side of the road . It ' s a big one . You can ' t miss it .
and then ?
take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ' ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall .
thanks a lot .
you ' re welcome .
by the way , how long does it take ?
without traffic , it takes about an hour .
I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ?
yes , I think so . It doesn ' t close until 5 o ' clock . You still have plenty of time .
great ! Thank you !
my pleasure , and have a good time !
Please wait till your name is called . OK . Your bill includes the doctor's fee and the cost for a 3 - day supply of medicine . It comes to one hundred yuan .
Here you are .
Good . Here is the receipt . The dispensary is over there ... By the way , will this be covered by your insurance from work ?
No , I'll e paying for myself , but I have private medical insurance .
In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed .
Thanks a lot .
Don't lose this receipt , because insurance companies are very difficult about helping when they don't have the right paperwork .
I'm sure you'll soon begin to like it . It ' s such an interesting subject .
But I don't think I'll ever show my liking to math .
Do you want me to check the tires ?
No , that's all for now . What does it come to ?
$ 10 .
Yes , a little .
I wonder if we can change the temperature .
I tried before . There are no buttons on the air conditioning .
There must be buttons . How do they turn it on and off ?
I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk .
Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep .
I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them .
What did they say about the air conditioning ?
They said it is centrally controlled . All the rooms are the same . They can't change it .
That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ?
You can wear more clothes .
Study , study , study . I want to learn a lot .
You are going to take courses ?
Yes . I am going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won't you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
There ' s a possibility .
What do you mean by that ?
I mean if you don ' t sell your shares now , it ' s quite likely that you ' ll end up losing your shirt .
Is that so ?
Absolutely . Take my word for it .
We have a fairly good working relationship , but there was also a rough spot .
What do you think his strengths are ?
Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations .
Look at this one . It has a radio and cassette player and built in speakers .
I'd rather get one with separated speakers . They give a clear sound .
Yes , but we shouldn't get any thing too big . Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture .
That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony .
Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration .
70 hours ? I would be dead if I worked hard like that .
Oh . I am sorry , here you are . May I suggest our lunch special ?
Could I have a few more minutes ?
Of course . I will be here minutes later .
A really dreadful accident and many people were killed .
Is that true ?
Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later .
Thanks .
So I hear .
Yesterday I met Mary , and she told me her husband often made pass at his secretary .
After all the crises they have survived together , her husband should do such things . She must feel that she ' s been stabbed in the back .
I don ' t know ! This stupid old car started spewing white smoke and it just died on me . Luckily , I managed to start it up and drive it here . What do you think it is ?
Not sure yet . How about you pop the hood and we can take a look . Mmmm , it doesn ' t look good .
What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ' s brand new !
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
It's for free , because your computers are still in the period of guarantee--two years .
Great ! When can your technicians come to our factory ?
They are working in another factory to provide maintenance right now . Let me call them and see whether they have solved the problem . Please wait a moment .
I've just contacted our technicians . They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon . Can you tell me your factory's address , so they can find you easier ?
That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation .
To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time .
Thank you again !
Yes , it is . It ' s wonderful after the downpour .
How nice seeing the sun back again ! The air is so fresh .
I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time .
Well , the weather is so unpredictable this time of year .
You're right . We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow .
Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain .
The weatherman predicts a fine day today .
The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast .
Irish coffee is my favorite . But I'm not particular on it .
All right . Would you make coffee yourself when you are at home ?
Not very often . Making coffee is a bit troublesome . Most of the time , I just buy takeout at Starbucks . And also , I quite like instant coffee .
I think instant coffee is becoming more and more popular . Though its taste is not perfect , it's really cheap and convenient .
Exactly . Nescafe is the world's favorite coffee . People love it all over the world .
I agree . I heard that in the western countries , almost everyone likes coffee . Is that true ?
Yes . No doubt about that . For us , coffee is more a living style rather than a simple drink . I heard Chinese people don't drink that much coffee .
No , we don't , especially the elder people . But more and more young people fall for coffee nowadays .
I suppose so . That's probably why there are so many wonderful coffee houses in China now .
Yes , I once booked there . They give the immediate confirm information and flight information to both your mobile phone and e-mail . You can conveniently pay by credit card , so the whole transaction only takes a couple of minutes . They also provide e-tickets , meaning you don ' t need to go to any office to pick an air ticket . You go to the airport directly and check in with your ID card .
So it has attracted more and more customers these days .
Yes , therefore they are expanding the scope of their service . For example , hotels can be booked through the same site as well .
Tell me what the problem is .
I'm trying to turn it on , but it won't work .
Try checking the connections .
Which ones are you referring to ?
The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet .
Is that why it won't turn on ?
If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on .
I did not know that .
You should check the connections .
I'm going to do that .
Tell me if it's still not working .
Just a minute , please . It ' s in my bag . Here it is .
Thank you . Please fill out the Baggage Declaration Form .
All right . Shall I enter all my belongings ?
No , only the articles listed on the Declaration .
Yes . Go straight ahead till you come to the traffic lights , turn left there and it's the first turning on the right .
Straight ahead to the traffic lights , left and then right .
That's it . It'll take you about five minutes .
Thank you very much .
Yes . But you have to transfer to Bus No . 28 .
Where should I change for the Park ?
At Tinge Depot .
But I don't know which stop is Tinge Depot .
I will remind you to get off .
Thank you .
My pleasure .
Welcome and nice to meet you . I heard you were coming today . Is today your first day here in the company ?
Yes , I'm looking forward to meeting everybody and getting started on my new job .
First day is often exciting , isn't it ? Here , let me show you to your desk . You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office . How do you like it ?
This is wonderful . Thank you for doing all this for me , Miss Lee .
You are welcome . And , please call me Betty .
What are you talking about ? Where is your Halloween spirit ? Didn ' t you ever dress up in a costume and go around the neighborhood trick-or-treating with your friends ?
Of course , I did , but when I was ten ! Trick - or-treating is for kids , plus , I ' m sure people will think you ' re a kidnapper or something , running around with kids NCP at night .
Whatever , I ' m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms !
Yes , Mr . Miller . We'll use the conference room on the third floor for the meeting .
That's right . The meeting is very important . Where shall the guests be received before the meeting begins ?
In the dining room . It's spacious there .
We'll have several foreign guests to attend the meeting .
I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English .
Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ?
We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ?
Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments .
All right , I see .
ok . I should have it finished by Friday afternoon . Then I can check those account over the weekend . We need to have them finished by Monday , right ?
that ' s right . We ' ll finish them just in time . The Macy project can wait for the time being . We need to spend several days on that project , but it isn ' t due to be finished until the end of the month , s
from next week on , we should be in less of a rush .
I ' m going to give everyone on the team an extra day off . Everyone deserves it .
don ' t say that yet . A new project could suddenly appear .
that ' s true . Right . I ' m going back to the meeting . It ' s been going on for hours and there ' s no indication that it ' ll end soon .
carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work .
good . I have to go right now . I really hope this meeting doesn ' t last too long .
they usually go on for ages .
I ' ll stop by if I have time later . Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines .
I will . Enjoy your meeting !
Thank you . Nice to meet you too . I'm John . Is this your first time to take a long-distance trip on plane .
No , this is the second time . But I also feel bad because of the lower pressure and the jet lag .
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Would you please tell me the exact problem , sir ?
I'm being attacked by hordes of cockroaches !
Oh , my gosh , they're back ? Another room at once , sir , plus a full refund , of course .
Thank you very much . This has been a most unsettling experience .
Sir , our guests are our reason for being .
We have a copy machine in our computer lab , located on the first floor .
Great ! How much is it for a copy ?
The price per copy is ten cents .
That sounds reasonable . I'll be down there immediately .
There shouldn't be any long lines , sir .
Er ... Hum ... Got it .
Then open that window . Yeah , that one .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
Fine ! How are you ?
I'm fine too , thank you .
I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening . Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Yes , I want to restate one more time the importance of reinventing our company's image to appeal to different customer bases . I want to end with a true story that has to do exactly with what we've been talking about today ...
I have many hobbies . I like most all kind of sports , and I also like to listen to classic musics .
What sports do you like best ?
Football . It ' s a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists , scientist and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Just a moment , please . I ' ll see if she ' s free .
Thanks .
Sorry , Becky can ' t come to the phone right now .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
Can ' t be better , it was wonderful . We had a lot of fun there . There was so much joy and walk and breathe the winter air . We arrived at the park at 9 o ' clock in the morning and didn ' t leave till 3 o ' clock in the afternoon .
You had been walking for 6 hours , isn ' t that boring ?
Of course not ! We built a snowman , some snow dogs and one big snow fort . We went sliding on the nice hill . It was a real work out . At noon , we had the most special winter picnic outside . Fortunately , we got it all on a video tape . You must come with us next time . I bet you will love it .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
Yes , I did indeed . But , could you tell me what exactly the ' Priority Service Room ' is used for ?
Of course . As we provide many different services for all of our valued customers , we like to give than a special place to do their business with us .
I think of myself as a valued customer . What services can you offer me ?
There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest . It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances .
Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ?
There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ...
The list goes on and on !
Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management .
So , I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7 . That's really thoughtful of you . And I have to say , I love the new look of the bank .
This is my first tourism . I don't know what should be declared .
OK . Please open your luggage , and I'll tell you what you should declare .
All right . Here you are .
You should declare the camera and the film . Do you have alcohol ?
Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends .
How many bottles have you got with you ?
Four bottles .
I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many .
What shall I do with my two more bottles ?
You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe .
All right , thank you , see you .
See you . Have a good journey .
I am glad that you have been happy with my performance .
As a result of your performance , we are happy to offer you the position of manager .
Does this title come with an increase in salary ?
Yes , it does .
Can you give me the specifics ?
Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 .
That sounds fair .
Yes . You can use the computer to seta tima . Dial 10 and then time . For example . if you want to get up at 7:15 , you can dial 100715 .
OK . I understand .
Or we can call you tomorrow coming .
Well , I would prefer you to call me up tomorrow at 6:30
No problem . Good night .
Promise you are not going to be angry ?
Yes , all right . So why ? Go on then . Say it . Oh , really , Mark . I promise I'm not going to be angry . Now why were you late ?
I forgot .
You forgot ? You ...
Ah , ah , you promised , and remember ?
Sure . Speaking of photos , what type of film will be the best ? You know , I'm planning a tour to Jiuzhaigou Valley .
I would get Fuji 200 film for taking photos of natural beauty .
Thank you so much . You're an expert .
I'd like to begin to work any time you want .
What about Next Monday ?
No problem . See you next Monday .
Yes , mum . I'm coming .
And bring you homework with you , please .
Oh , must I ?
Yes , you must .
Is that you , Janice ? Just speaking .
I have to tell you that I can't be in today and tomorrow .
So sorry to hear that . What's wrong with you ?
I feel sick and coughed a lot at night .
Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor .
Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days .
That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ?
I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not .
Well , take care of yourself . And hope you will be better as soon as possible .
He said his present job seemed to be a blind alley .
If he doesn't change his attitude toward his work , I don't think a new job can make any difference .
Palmistry ? What is that ?
It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm to tell the future .
Oh , you mean palm reading . I've seen that before , but I don't believe in it .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Here you are .
Will you please put all your luggage on the scale ?
I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
can't bear it , right ? I've been there before . I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages , like there is something missing .
yeah , that's right . If no one sends me test messages , I'll go crazy .
actually , this is a kind of addiction called " infomania " or " information overload " .
addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
absolutely .
do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information .
Yes , let me have this roast beef special .
You have a choice of vegetables , green peas , lima beans or spinach .
I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done .
Yes , sir . What would you want to drink , coffee , tea or milk ?
A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar .
The cream and sugar are on the table , sir .
Oh , yes .
Would you like to order some dessert ?
What comes with the special ?
Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake .
I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream .
Yes , sir .
Waiter , may I have my check , please ?
Here you are , sir . Pay the cashier at the door .
Not much .
This Friday , I'm throwing a party .
Oh really ? I didn't know that .
Are you serious ?
I haven't heard anything about it .
Can you make it ?
What time does it start ?
The party starts at 8 .
Yeah , I think I'll go .
Am I going to see you there ?
You will .
My family is not big , there are only 3 of us-my parents and I .
Who supports the family ?
My father supports the family , and he is the sole breadwinner . My mother is a housewife .
Do you live with your family ?
Yes , we live a happy life together .
Mark , this is Lucy .
What's up ?
I have a friend . He is my best friend and he wants to learn English . He would pay about 100 yuan per hour . Are you interested ?
I don't know .
So I take it you are not interested .
No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then .
Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule .
That will be fine . When can I see him ?
Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule .
Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon .
How are you going to get there ?
By bus , of course .
I am sure my friend can give you a ride .
Great . By the way , what does your friend do ?
He is a lawyer .
Ok , see you then .
See you .
Thanks a lot for calling us . Could you tell me more about what you need us to do ?
Oh , you see , we are on the 8th floor , and moving into the 6th floor in another building . It is about 15 kilometers to get there .
OK , the cost depends on the floor to move to , the distance between two places and the amount of the furniture to move .
How much will it cost in that case ?
Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please .
Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving .
No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving .
The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ?
OK . If any of the articles was damaged during moving , you may make a claim for compensation with our department .
What kind of bag is it ?
It's blue , Samsonite bag .
What are your room number and your name , please ?
This is room eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen .
Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago .
My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot .
You're quite welcome .
For example ?
Yes . In fact , the recommendation is a way of indirect self-recommendation . The university and the business have a long-term relationship . If you are recommended by your university , you can be approved more easily .
But I doubt the authority because most of the recommendation letters of the university are the same .
More and more people have the same discoveries since most of the universities do that in order to save effort .
Yes , of course . This is a really wonderful party with interesting people and great food .
I ' m glad you are enjoying yourself .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Can I get you another glass of champagne ?
Yes , I ' d love another glass . You ' re a wonderful host . Thank you for everything .
It ' s my pleasure having you here .
Cloudy in the morning , overcast in the afternoon .
Any rain ?
No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
Yes , we do . They are all in this book .
Great , thanks .
No problem . Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up , though . We don ' t get that many English singers !
Oh , I see .
No . What ?
He got arrested on Friday night and spent the night in jail .
No . Really , what happened ?
Well , it was all a big mistake , actually . He got home on Friday night really late , and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients , so he was really drunk .
Was he out with the guys from the bank ?
Yes , I think so .
Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk .
Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know .
Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife .
No , she left him last year .
Oh , really ? Do you know why ?
Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ?
He lost his wallet and keys .
Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police .
Oh , no .
Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story
So then what happened ?
Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out .
Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation .
Yes , I know .
Great . Thanks for asking .
What can I do for you today ?
I would like to deposit some money .
Are you depositing cash or a check ?
I want to deposit cash .
How much are you depositing ?
I would like to deposit $ 300 .
What account do you want your money in ?
I want to deposit it into my checking account .
Do you need anything else ?
No . That ' s all . Thank you .
Yes , do you have a table for five ?
Yes , would you like smoking or non-smoking ?
We'd like a non-smoking room , please .
No problem . Follow me , please .
Is everything OK ?
Just get over here !
Come in ! Quickly !
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
My parents called . As usual , they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s . Easier said then done . Who should I marry ? I have no time to go on a date .
It is not your mother finding one for you ?
I will find one myself , of course . I ' m a modern girl .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated virgin , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
Yes . I am very interested in the Olympic Games , and I'm especially excited about 2008 Beijing Olympics .
Me , too . I want to be a volunteer for 2008 Beijing Olympics .
That's cool . Care for a little quiz on that ?
No problem . I'm an ' Olympic expert ' .
Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ?
The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece .
Good . Why do people name it Olympics ?
They name it after the place where it was first held .
Who started the modern Olympics ?
This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin .
What did people call him ?
Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' .
What did he do for restoring the Olympics ?
He once made a speech on the ' Renaissance of the Olympics ' .
Well , that's for all . Excellent !
I've told you I'm an expert .
Why ? It's unfair . How about going dutch ?
You paid the last time , because I didn't have any money , remember ?
Oh , come on , I almost forgot . Don't worry about it . I didn't mind picking up the tab last time .
But you really should let me treat one time , I feel like I own you one if I didn't .
Ok , but it's only for this time .
What's the damage ?
It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % .
Check , please .
What happened ?
She was hit by a car . Luckily , she wasn't seriously hurt .
Let's buy some flowers , and pay her a visit
We'll have to hurry ; visiting hours will be over soon
OK . Let's go
I know the Chinese teachers had their first festival in 1985 .
So , it is the 27th Teachers ' Day .
What will you do on Teachers ' Day ?
I am going to send Mr . Li some flowers . What about you ?
I intend to invite him to dinner .
I hate school !
why ? What happened ?
I messed up my mid-term exam so badly today !
it's just one exam . Can you re-take the exam ?
yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed !
why didn't you do a good job ?
I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank .
do you think you studied enough for the exam ?
no ...
what did you do last night ?
I watched TV .
did you study at all last night for your exam ?
no , not really .
I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ?
tomorrow .
alright . Get out your books and I'll help you prepare .
what do you mean ?
I mean look at all these magnificent tall buildings around us .
yes , look over there . That's the Empire State Building . My book says it's 102 stories tall .
it's quite famous but don't you think it looks a bit old-fashioned ?
you're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering .
what other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ?
quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St . Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark
what's there after that ?
well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world .
what are all they for ?
most of them are office buildings , huge department stores , and hotels but some are just private homes . New York is one of the financial centers of the words so there are lots of very expensive places .
You are so old-fashioned . I have already watched it last week in cinema .
How was it ?
Its 3D animation is attractive and its colorful scenes are also unforgettable .
It is said that The Hurt Locker got the Award of Best Picture . What do you think about this ?
Well , its theme is moving and profound , so from the academic aspect , this is its advantage to win the award .
She must be very sad .
Her parents scolded her severely and she's very depressed now .
At a time like this , what she needs is a pat on the back rather than a blame .
We still have more to go , I think .
We've been on this bus for a while now .
You're right .
Should we have gotten off the bus already ?
I don't think so .
I thought you knew .
Maybe we did miss our stop .
Really ?
I'm positive that we missed our stop .
I'm never catching the bus with you again .
My mistake .
Is this change going to be beneficial for theindividuals like you and me .
Yes , I think so . My friend once used it mostly to play chess , but now he has learnt how to do other things on the Internet .
There's no doubt the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium . It'll connect hundreds of millions of customers and open up huge markets for all kinds of products and services .
That's true . I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net . Customers , in turn , can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered .
Yeah . It'll be a shoppers heaven . That's the use of net in E-commerce .
I didn't have any big plans .
We are putting together a birthday party for Mary .
That sounds like fun . Where will it be ?
We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house .
Oh good ! Can I bring anything ?
We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes .
I am assuming that the dress is casual .
Dress casually and bring your bathing suit !
Wonderful . Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there .
I failed my oral test .
How come ?
I'm not practicing enough .
Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ?
When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese .
You should always keep in mind , the more you practice , the better English you can speak .
I want to book a tour with adventure sports .
Excellent ! Our company has more than ten years of experience in the adventure tourism and sports field . Let me show you some options . This is our most popular choice , our river guides will take you
I don ' t really think I ' m ready to throw myself down a river full of jagged rocks in a rubber boat or go up in the air in a wicker basket held up by an oversize balloon . What else do you have ?
Well , in that case , we can take you hang gliding with one of our experienced instructors . It ' s the closest you can get to flying .
What ? You mean strap myself to a flimsy kite ? No , thank you ! Next !
Mmm . OK . Well , why don ' t you tell me a little bit more about what you would like ? We have everything from mountain biking , to rock climbing to street luge .
I ' m thinking something exciting but safer .
I have the perfect option , this package will take you on a hiking trip through the Himalayas for three days and afterwards there ' s a dog sledding journey !
That ' s more like it !
Hello , I ordered a dining table last week . The order arrived today , but there are several scratches on the surface of the table . I would like to exchange it .
I ' m terribly sorry about that . We could take it back and deliver a new one to you early next week . Would that suit you ?
Well , I'm hosting a dinner party this weekend . Couldn ' t you make it any sooner ?
Please hold on , I'll just check with the delivery department .
OK , thank you .
But then it'll be too warm .
Not if you take off your jacket .
Hi , Randy . What are you doing right now ?
Nothing . Just watching TV .
I ' Ve got two tickets for a newly released film . Would you like to see it with me ?
Sure . What time ?
The film will start at 2
Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ?
In my parking lot , at 2pm .
All right . See you then .
What's the problem ?
My mattress was supposed to be delivered today .
Is there a problem ?
The delivery people showed up four hours late .
I apologize for their tardiness .
I was late for work because of them .
Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience .
I want my money back for the delivery .
Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem .
It shouldn't be a problem .
I'm going to refund your money right now .
What's the weather going to be like ? I may want to go too .
The weather this weekend is supposed to be warm .
Will it be good beach weather ?
I think it will be .
It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend .
I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm .
This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen .
I know . Every day the weather seems different .
I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable .
That would make it easier for us to make plans .
I know . Things are easier when you know what the weather's going to be like .
I ' m very pleased with their performances . Timmy can cover the 100 meters in 12 seconds . That ' s very fast for a kid his age .
He ' s not very good at the long jump though , is he ?
He ' s not bad . He can jump a distance of over four meters . I think he just prefers running to jumping . Jimmy ' s very good at the high jump . He can jump over two meters . Again , that ' s fine for someone hi
Two meters ? That means that the high jump bar is above his head ! Are any of them good at long-distance running ?
The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes .
How are they at swimming ?
They ' re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ' s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ' re not very fast , but that ' s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape .
Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters .
I ' d be afraid to jump from that height !
I think that these kinds haven ' t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher .
It seems that they really enjoy to go faster , higher and further .
May I have the menu , please ?
Yes , here you go .
I'd like to have some local specialties . Would you recommend for me , please ?
Sure , the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant .
OK . We'll take it .
Anything else ?
A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce .
How about drink ?
Coffee , only black coffee ,
Yes . I Would like make a reservation to Huston for tomorrow .
The flight to Huston takes off daily every two hours from 6:00 to 11:00 pm . So you don't need a reservation . Seats are available on a ' first come , first served ' basis .
Oh , that's quite convenient . Thank you .
Was it quite special ?
Not for the others , but for me . I was in the library going over my lessons when suddenly one of my roommates came in . He told me that I was wanted on the phone in my dormitory , and that person would call me again several minutes later .
Did you hurry back to the bedroom ?
Yes . I went back to the dorm only to find my roommates laughing and shouting " April Fool , April Fool " .
Oh , your classmates took you in .
Only then did I realize it was April Fools ' Day .
I want to try on this suit .
Certainly . Here's a mirror .
I'm afraid it's too narrow across the shoulders . Do you have a larger one ?
Yes . This one must fit you .
It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ?
I'm afraid not , sir .
What a pity !
How could we ever manage to buy a big house when we are always living beyond our means ?
Shut up . You should think how to make fortunes , not look for a squabble .
I'm just watching some television .
I'm so bored . I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning .
Me too . Do you think we are boring people ?
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
I'm planing to go bowling tonight . Tomorrow I was hoping to see a movie . What about you ?
I want to go camping , you know , just get a way for the weekend . I'm not sure I'll be able to , though .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how it goes .
Do you want to go get something to drink ?
Yes , I'm parched .
What did you want to drink ?
I was thinking about getting a soda .
Do you know that soda doesn't quench your thirst ?
Why not ?
Soda is really bad for you .
I don't know what else to drink .
You're supposed to drink water when you're dehydrated .
I would like some water .
That's what will keep you from being thirsty .
I am sorry too . I know we've been talking about this beach trip for a while . I should have told Bob I was busy this weekend .
don't be silly . You guys should spend as much time together as you can . Besides we can go to the beach anytime .
thanks for understanding .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
well , I think you should come and have some fun . Besides you never know maybe he likes you as well . You should at least try .
Hi , Malia ! What a nice home !
We enjoy it too !
How long have you lived here ?
About four years now .
Well , it is very beautiful .
Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink .
Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside !
I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice .
Mango juice would be perfect . Thank you !
Yes , ma'am ?
May I have a magazine or something ?
Certainly . Just a moment . I'll be right back with one . Which do you prefer , one in English or in Chinese ?
One in English , please .
All right , ma'am .
It's in aisle A .
Do you know what produce is on sale ?
I don't know . Check the flyer or check with the produce person .
But , we just finished eating lunch .
I know , but I'm really hot .
I'd strongly recommend that you wait for a while before going swimming .
Oh , it's too far to walk there . We can take a bus .
Is the bus station close by ?
Yeah , it's a block away down the street .
Ordinarily , as soon as you are seated , you put your napkin on your lap .
How about at a formal dinner ?
At a formal dinner , you wait for your hostess to put hers on her lap first .
Really ? I ' Ve never heard of it !
I saw her husband have it out with her yesterday .
I think Mary must be sad , because she loves her husband very much .
Wait a minute . I will get him here . Sorry , he is busy doing something . Why don't you give him a ring later ?
OK , that's fine . Thank you .
You are welcome .
Better now . We are just back from the hospital . We were lucky to meet a well-known doctor .
What did the doctor say ?
He said that he had a really bad cold .
Shall we go back home now ?
The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription .
I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ?
Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription .
Now what ?
I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again .
Okay , this is the third time .
What ? How come ? The third time ?
You don't have to know . Bye for now .
Be careful .
I wanted to check rates and availability for your San Francisco location .
Certainly , I can help you with that . Will that be the downtown or waterfront location ?
The waterfront location .
What date do you plan to check in ?
I'd like to check in on October 12th and check out the 15th .
Okay , let me see what we have . For how many ?
One . And , if possible , I'm looking for a non-smoking room .
Sure , we have a non-smoking queen with an ocean view for $ 189 or a standard room with a courtyard view for $ 139 a night .
I'd like to book the standard room .
Okay , your last name ?
Rama .
And , your first name ?
Jeff .
Okay , I have you booked in a standard non-smoking queen , checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th . What major credit card would you like to use to guarantee the reservation ?
A Visa .
The number and expiration ?
It's 7388-2424- 3535-1818 and the expiration is 05/08 .
Your confirmation number is PD672 . Is there anything else I help you with ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
Have a nice day and thanks you for calling Dutton Hotels .
For what reason .
Jack always lives by his wits and he cannot support his family .
He had better make a change .
It's hard to say . But why ?
We expect the goods to be on the market before the end of December to catch up with the Spring Festival sales .
I can understand your position . We can not make any promise , but we'll try our best .
Where do you think you lost it ? Outside the hotel ?
Yes , I believe so . How should I compensate for this ?
I am afraid , Ma'am , you have to pay 100 US dollars since you lost the key .
What ? 100 US dollars ? Is it covered by the insurance ?
I am afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
I'm here on holiday and I don't have a local debit card . Is it possible to withdraw money on my Visa credit card here ?
Well , welcome to our country . I trust you are having a pleasant stay ?
Oh , yes . It's amazing here . I don't think I ever want to go home again !
That's the opinion of most people . Do you have your passport with you ? I'll need to see that and you'll need to fill in this withdrawal form .
Fine . Here you go .
How much would you like to withdraw ?
Is it OK to withdraw USD ?
That's fine .
OK , 200 USD , please .
Here's your money , your card and your passport . Please double check the amount for me .
Perfect . Thanks !
Oh , this ? I got it in Singapore . Here , do you want to take a look ?
Thanks . Gee , it's really light !
Yes , it is , isn't it ? A bit too light , really . What make have you got ?
I've got an old Ericsson . Here . Take a look .
Wow , that's really old .
Yes , I like collecting antiques .
Why don't you get a new one ?
I don't know . I like this one , and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones .
Really , what makes you say that ?
Well , I just need to make and receive calls , and it's quite reliable . I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things , the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong , you know ? I mean , this camera function , for instance-how often do you use it ?
Sometimes , but I guess not very often . It's more for fun . Sometimes when I'm on a trip , for example , I can take a picture and send it to my kids . Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately .
Well , that's nice I guess . So how many kids do you have ?
Three . Two boys and a girl .
They're right over there , next to the dictionaries .
Do you have any textbooks to help improve students ' reading skills ?
Let ' s see . These books here focus on grammar , and those are mainly for conversation practice ... Here we are . This book has short passages for students to read and answer questions about .
Great . That ' s just the sort of thing I'm looking for . Thanks .
What can I help you with ?
I'm not sure how to find my next class .
Do you know what building that it's in ?
The C building , I think .
Well , that's not far away .
Could you point me in that direction ?
Do you know what the room number is ?
It's C261 .
My next class is around there .
Can you show it to me ?
Sure , let's go .
no , what's it about ?
apparently , she's being given an award for donating so much money to charity .
she's very generous with her money . I think that's because she was poor when she was young .
I heard that she's one of the wealthiest women in the world .
I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base .
you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa .
did they mention that in the article ?
yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary .
that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has .
I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels .
it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room !
what a waste . It's good to see some stars that are more concerned with charity than status symbols .
Hey , it's an English song ! Sing with us , Ryan !
" Tie a Yellow Ribbon on the Old Oak Tree " ? ! Where did you learn that song ?
Everyone in Taiwan knows it . Come on ! Sing with us !
I'm sorry , but I can't ! That's something my grandmother would sing !
Yes . It's really wonderful here The grass is greener and the air is fresher than those in the city .
Right . Let's go out and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery .
Great , let's go .
Wow , what a beautiful lake ! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery .
En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it .
I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey .
The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ...
I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good .
That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time .
Right . The city life has made us tired and out of energy , while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings .
I am calling about the advertisement for a flat with a bedroom . Do you still have it now ?
Yes , I do .
Is there any furniture in it ?
Yes , it's fully furnished .
What's the rent for a year ?
15,000 Yuan , including water , but electricity and gas .
Where is it located ?
It's in International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes ' walk from the nearest subway station .
That's great . But can you make the rent cheaper , let's see , 12,000 Yuan ?
The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ?
OK . I will be free at tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there .
All right , see you .
OK , which car do you want me to put them in ?
Bring them to my wife's car .
Which one is hers ?
The blue SUV in front of the Honda .
What should I take first ?
That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law .
Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself .
Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back .
Where are you taking all this stuff ?
Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ?
You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month .
Yes , that's true , but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away .
I would like to return these books .
What happened to this book ?
I dropped it , and the cover tore off .
I ' m going to have to charge you for the damage .
How much ?
It ' s only $ 5 .
That ' s not too bad .
I know it ' s not .
Here ' s the money for the book .
Thank you for your payment .
You are very welcome .
How do you do ?
My name is Jane Greenwood . Glad to meet you .
I'm Mary Smith . Nice to meet you , too .
Nice to meet you , I'am Simon . I don't think I ' Ve seen you around before .
No , I just started working here at IBM , I am in the sale department .
What do you do there ?
I main market reasearch , and you ?
I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him .
Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ?
Yes , That's him over there - the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ?
Thanks , that's would be lovely . You ' r right , he is kind and nice looking .
No idea . Your guess is as good as mine .
It better be more than last year .
Well , anything is better than nothing . Wait and see .
Have you brought your student card ?
I didn't know you have student tickets so I left them in my bag .
In that case , you have to buy two full fare tickets .
Here is the money .
Air mail or surface mail ?
Air mail , please .
Please put it on the Scale there . Seventy five cents .
Make it special delivery , please .
Oh , then it'll be one dollar twenty five cents . Thank you .
I have just arrived in Scotland and I'm staying at a Youth Hostel .
Eh ?
He says he's just arrived in Scotland . He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel . You know he's a member of the Y . H . A .
The what ?
The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association .
What else does he say ?
I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well .
What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you .
He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy .
Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ?
He can't write very much on a card , mum .
Hello , Miao Ping . Yes , I've been stuck in back to back meetings all day , but I really wanted to come and speak to you .
What can I help you with ?
I'm interested in putting some of my money into investment tools , you know , something other than stocks and such like . Do you have any ideas ?
Mmmm ... yes , many investors don't seem to be into stocks at the moment . Too risky ! How about Open-Ended funds ?
Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ?
Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us .
How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ?
Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each .
Is this the information here ? Well , let's take a look then ...
OK , I'll get it . It's for you , Jeff .
Thanks , Sue .
Yes . I'd like to buy a sweater for my husband . Which style is the latest ?
These are all the latest fashion . How do you like this white turtleneck one ?
I like this style . But do you have any other colors ? I feel that this color doesn't suit his complexion .
We also have it in grey .
Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ?
It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well .
Let me see . Yes , they are perfectly matched !
What ? Again ? Why do you keep running out of money ?
I guess I don't earn enough .
No , I think it's how you budget your life , that's the problem .
That's my business , not yours .
True enough , until the time comes that you need to take my money . I don't know where you're wasting your money but I think you need to take a look at what's really important .
So how do you survive from pay day to pay day ?
I don't just survive . I put money away as well . I know when I get paid where most of the cash will go , and I stick to my plan . If I follow a budget I don't have any nasty surprises .
I'm not disciplined enough I guess .
In a few months I'm planning to invest my money into some foreign companies . I think you need to reevaluate your spending habits .
Be relaxed . She is familiar with the area .
After all , she is a five-year-old kid .
Ok , I'll go out and look for her .
Yes . Ms . Gray . Is there something wrong ?
I ' m afraid there is , Greg . I don ' t mind you taking a break . But you ' Ve been away from your desk for twenty-five minutes already .
I ' m sorry , Ms . Gray . I must have lost track of the time . I ' ll get back to work , now .
Hello , Lucy .
I ' m calling to see if you have made your decision . You are the right person we are seeking for .
Yes , I have decided to work with your company .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It ' s my honor to be one member of your company . I ' d like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
No , I don't . I don't have a family , so I don't think I need it .
This year our company is offering a new plan especially for single people like you . I think you might be interested .
Thank you , but I've never thought about it before .
It's OK . I'll leave the pamphlet here . If you need more information , you can call me any time .
I just make eye contact with him and nod my head . Then I tell him when he comes over to the table . Why do you ask ?
I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill .
That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
You are lucky , sir . We are about to set out . It's a tour to the White House .
Well , I have just missed the place . How long does the tour take ?
2 hours . You won't get late for your train .
I hope so .
I agree , Toni . I think the biggest problem we ' re facing is how to bring it in under budget .
That ' s true . But even beyond that , there ' s the question of meeting the deadlines they ' Ve set .
Right . Look , why don ' t we make a list of the problems we ' re dealing with . It ' ll be easier to work through them that way .
What do you want to go to US for ?
I have been invited to teach Chinese at the University of Hawaii for two years .
Can I have a look at your letter of acceptance ?
Of course . Here you are .
That's OK . We'll contact you the moment we hear from home .
I would if I could .
Will you please explain the meaning of this word ?
Yes , with pleasure .
Well , we are sorry to hear that . May I have your name and room number ? We will deal with the matter right now .
Ted . room 2012 .
Mr . Ted , I have to apologize for that and I assure you it won't happy again .
Oh , no , I'v already made several trips to Guangzhou , this is my first trip to Beijing though . It is a lot larger than I expected it would be .
Yes , Beijing has been grown over the last few years , there are a lot of improvements and changes being made for the Olympics . What would you like to see changing be made for Olympic , what would you like to see when are you here ?
I hope to have time to visit great wall when I am here , I always want to go there , I think it would be a real shame by came all the way in Beijing and didn't make out the wall , do you think I have a chance to see it ?
I can pretty sure it can be arranged , the wall is a short distance from the city , but we could make arrangements for driver to take us out to visit the great wall during when our afternoon breaks , I also recommend you to visit Tian'an Men Square and city while you add it !
Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ?
Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure , I hope your visit to Beijing is very enjoyable !
Hello , is there a room available ?
What kind of room do you have in mind ?
A twin room , please .
Hold on , please . ... I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Well , some people use a standard set of words , but many couples today write their own wedding vows .
Your tradition of throwing rice as they got into their car was interesting , but it didn't look like real rice to me .
It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
Of course . Which one do you like best ?
I want one that is easy to handle .
Try this one . You can get a picture by simply pressing the shutter .
That's good . What's the fee ?
Oh , I know . She is a famous woman and a focus of the newspaper now because of this thing .
I hear the school is very modern . It has the best equipments .
Yes . Do you know its name .
She said she would name it after her father .
Oh , I think she wants to do this thing in memory of her father .
Can I take a look at one of those ?
Be my guest . Live Tech's digital cameras combine point-and-shoot simplicity with the ability to easily turn pictures into great-looking prints . Furthermore , it allows users to transfer pictures to a computer while the camera recharges .
Can I take a picture of you ? Seeing is believing .
Sure , Just push the button , like ...
I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! '
I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today .
I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves .
Well , if you want to look professional , serious and more conservative , a blue dress , white shirt and not-too-high shoes would be the best choice . But sometimes , very formal clothes will keep you at a distance from your colleagues . It depends on the company ' s dress code .
Indeed , I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview . Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony . It seems that their dress code is not that formal . Probably , I should put on car key and simple shirt .
Whatever you choose , make sure they are neat and clean .
OK . See you .
Let me check . It has a paper jam .
I didn ' t pay attention to that . I will try to get the paper out .
Be careful , the cartridge can be very hot .
Would you please help me send these clothes to the laundry ?
OK . sir .
When will they be ready ?
All the laundry will be ready by 5
That's fine . Thank you .
Yes , here you go .
Will you be checking any bags today .
Yes , I ' d like to check three pieces .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
Who ?
My cousin Monk . Have you seen her lately ?
Not for a couple of years . What happened to her ?
Nothing exactly . She's grown into a very attractive young lady .
Oh , she is .
You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others .
Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim .
Yean . Around five feet five inches tall .
I am a little bit shy and I blush every time I speak in public . I think I should open myself more and be more outward with people .
Anything else ?
I am self-indulgent sometimes .
Oh , yeah . We will have winter holiday .
How are you getting along with your studies ?
Don ' t worry , mum . I will study hard tomorrow .
But your were playing video games all afternoon . You are skating on thin ice .
I want a facial . But this is the first time I've come here , so can you tell me how you do it ?
Sure . Most facials start with a thorough cleaning . Then we usually use a toner to invigorate the skin , followed by exfoliation treatment-a peeling mask or scrub that removes the dead cells that make the skin lock dull . After that , we'll massage your face and neck with oil or cream to improve the circulation and relieve the tension , followed by a mask to moisturize and soften the skin .
That's exactly what I want . How long does it take ?
We have half-hour and one-hour treatments .
What's the regular price ?
Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do .
Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up .
That's fine , madam .
By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please .
Yes , madam .
Hm ? Oh , that's Alice . She's totally mad . Don't get yourself in a room alone with her .
Really ? Why not ? She looks great .
Yes , I know , but she's dangerous .
Really ? Tell me more .
Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment .
Wow , crikey . So what happened ?
Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman .
Wow .
Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ?
I have no idea what you're talking about .
Oh , come on . Everybody knows .
Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call
Oh , sure .
What's that ?
Jenny is getting married .
Great ! Who's the bridegroom ?
Tom , that lucky guy .
The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ?
Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs . Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her .
My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ?
July 4 , the National Holiday .
Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ?
Jenny plans to hold it in church .
Who is the best man ?
Guess !
Nobody is OK , but you !
You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man .
Did you promise him ?
Yes , I did .
You may pick it up in twenty minutes .
If I wanted to , could I have it mailed to me ?
Yes , and you can renew this prescription by phone .
Are there any special instructions about this medication ?
Take it three times a day .
Can I take it with food ?
You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol .
Are there any side effects with this medication ?
You might get a little dizzy , but that is it .
Sunday papers . I usually read them after coming back home from our company .
Why do you read them ?
As you know , I am a sports fan . And these papers are famous for their sports section . So I will feel relaxed after grasping some information I am interested in .
I got your meaning . Reading is your own solution to solve pressure from busy tasks .
Correct ! What about you , Fred ?
I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste .
Don't overdo it .
Shall we have a drink someday ?
I get drunk easily .
Yes , I think I speak English quite fluently . I've often explained historical places in Xi'an to foreign tourists in English . They say my English is quite good .
How many years have you been learning English ?
Oh , more than ten years . I started learning English when I was still in a primary school from a foreign teacher .
Well , perhaps that's the reason why you are so fluent in it .
Certainly .
good morning , doctor . I feel terrible . I ' Ve got a cold and I have a rash here on my neck . I ' m not sleeping well either . What do you think the problem could be ?
I ' d say you ' Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason . Have you been taking anything for your cold ?
yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ' s . I ' Ve been taking it for three days .
good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a fell days off work .
have you been working hard recently ?
yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other Sy
I have a bad headache , but ...
don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use an
thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
I'm in a good mood today , actually . How about you ?
to be honest , I'm a bit fed up .
what's wrong ?
there's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
sure , but how ?
you can ask her out for drink after work .
but for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
then you've got a lot of homework to do . You need to get her notice first .
easier said than done .
you can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying hello to her .
but I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
that's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most of girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
good luck !
What ? Why do we have to do that ?
Well , at the start of the spring we usually have more daylight in the mornings and less in the afternoon . This is basically due to our position on the planet and the rotation of the earth . In any case , to take better advantage of the daylight available , we compensate by moving our clocks forward one hour .
I see . That ' s convenient ! I never understood things like this , such as GMT . I never know what time zone we are in or when to change my clock !
That just stands for Greenwich Mean Time . Here in California , we are in Pacific Standard Time , that is eight time zones west of Greenwich . Remember when we were in Beijing ? Well , then we were in China Standard Time , and that ' s eight time zones east of Greenwich !
That ' s why it was so weird traveling from Beijing to LA ! Because of the huge time difference , even though we left Beijing at noon and flew for more than eight hours , we still arrived in LA the same day at noon ! It ' s like we went back in time !
Sure , what's wrong ?
I want to create a password for this document . Please tell me how to do it .
It's easy . Press O and then P . Then it will ask you for your password .
What do I do after I've typed in my password ?
Just press ENTER and you've done .
Yes . Why ?
Nothing . I'm just asking .
Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Ah-huh , someone has a crush on Jenny , doesn't he ?
Who has a crush ? !
Come on , Ted , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out .
What're you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you're feeling about her .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance ! Even though you are rejected , it's not the end of the world ! There's nothing to lose , is there ?
I don't know ... Well , maybe , you're right , but how am I going to tell her ?
Hi , Nancy . Come in please . I'm just putting away on my books .
So , you are leaving , aren't you ?
Yes , I ' m going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? And see if there is any mistake in it ?
Oh . All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
It's nothing Nancy .
No , Mum , I'd rather stay inside .
I just can't understand why you want to stay at home . It is such a wonderful day today .
I prefer staying at home and watching TV .
Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV ?
Yes , but a football game is next .
Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games .
I just enjoy watching games .
You really shouldn't watch so much television .
I have a typical 9 to 5 job . Actually , I work a little longer than 9 to 5 most days .
Do you get paid onetime ?
No , I don ' t . I get a bonus each month , depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients .
Do you have any breaks ?
We have an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ' t mind , as long as we get out work done on time .
My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ' t it ?
There ' s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ?
Yes , I do . I don ' t like it very much .
I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ' t mind it .
Yes . I have just got lost with my firiend . Can you page my friend for me ?
OK , tell me your friend's name .
Here is his passport . Thank you very much .
We offer various types of transportation . Perhaps you'd like to upgrade to a private vehicle ?
Thanks , but no thanks . A taxi will do just fine .
In that case , how about a limo ? Then you can travel in style .
No , I hate limousines . They're gas guzzlers .
Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ?
My destination is Rockefeller Center .
What time do you want to leave the hotel ?
As soon as possible .
I'll call the taxi immediately , sir .
Okay , I'm coming downstairs now .
A brand new taxi is pulling up now .
Yes , I know . The boarding time on the ticket says 17:05 , and now it's 16:15 . I guess we have plenty of time .
Do we need to show our ID cards when checking in ?
Yes . It ' s essential .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry the small bags . And we have to open each for inspection .
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . We certainly don't want a hijack to happen on the plane today .
I just went to bed .
You shouldn ' t stay up so late watching TV . I told you we had to get an early start .
I know , but that movie was just too good to leave . I guess I ' ll just have to pay the price anti-sleepy .
Do you want to eat breakfast here ?
No . why don ' t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ?
Ok by me .
Oh , this is over my head . It ' s too professional .
Hey , guys . Ready for a pick-up game of touch football ?
Football ? Sounds dangerous . Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader .
C'mon , Yi-jun . It's lots of fun . You've seen football played on TV .
Uh , yeah . And I've seen guys in pads tackled . We have no pads . I don't want to be tackled .
There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play .
OK , but they better tag lightly !
No problem . I ' Ve got a really light week . Anytime ' s fine by me .
Well , let ' s plan to get together next Monday afternoon , around three ?
All right , I ' ll put you in my book .
C :: I ' d like to have this roll of film developed .
S :: What size prints would you like ?
C :: Four by six will do .
S :: All right , ma ' am , they ' ll be ready for you in an hour .
sure .
first of all , I want you to know that I really like working for this company . Do you think I'm doing a good job here ?
well , you are a very hard-worker .
I try very hard . The problem is , my salary just isn't enough to live on . Now that I have a wife and a child to support , we hardly have enough money for food and rent .
there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ?
I could really use a 5 % rise .
that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise .
listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities .
that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it .
that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ?
of course . It's be against the law if we didn't .
that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it .
you are welcome . Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling .
yes , are you ?
I've got my money and my keys , so I'm ready .
you do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
it wasn't cold out this morning .
well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
it does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
that's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
how long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
good idea . That will help us to warm up .
if I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
Oh , it is my cell phone ringing . I set it in the vibration mode .
It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate . It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices .
You are right . Some ring tone is just terribly loud . You can hear it even in the next door . It is really a kind of distraction .
Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done .
Good idea .
What vehicle do you usually bring to school ? Is it an automobile or a motorbike ?
I drive a motorcycle .
OK . That means you can park in the student lot or on the street . Have you seen the handicapped spots ?
I am not sure what a handicapped spot is .
Look for the blue signs and blue marked spaces . Do you usually park in the daytime or the evening ?
I park days and evenings .
Be careful about the time limits on the streets . Have you seen the signs for time limits ?
What signs ?
As long as you are careful reading the signs , you will always know how long you can park and what days are OK to park there . Are you aware of the curb colors ?
What curb colors ?
If you can remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means that you can only load and unload , you are going to be OK .
I want to buy a car to facilitate my life . But I don't have enough money . Could you supply a loan to me ?
Oh , I see . Would you mind telling me your monthly salary ?
Sure . 7,000 yuan per month .
OK . We can supply you a loan . How much do you want to loan ?
200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ?
It's only 4 . 5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ?
Yes , I think so .
OK . Please fill out this loan application .
All right . Thank you .
My pleasure .
I use it almost every day , but I usually only use it to check my email . I don ' t often surf the net . You use the internet a lot , don ' t you ?
Yes . I use it to find products and components at the lowest price for my company . It can be frustrating when the connection is poor .
So , you ' re online eight hours a day .
Yes , I like the job though . Sometimes , I help other people in the office if they ' re having trouble online .
How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information ?
I think it ' s fairly useful , but there are two big problems . First , a lot of the information you find online is false . Second , when you buy something online , you don ' t see it until you actually get it .
How do you solve the website problems when you ' re buying something online ?
What I do is find the website of shops . Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they ' re seen that the products are genuine and suitable .
I ' m sorry , Ms . Fairbanks . I won ' t let it happen again .
That ' s what you said the last time ! If you want to smoke , you ' ll have to use your break time and go outside !
I understand , Ms . Fairbanks .
Hi , Jim .
Where is that cool guy , Dick ? I haven ' t seen him for two weeks .
He ' s been sick since he came back from Italy .
Bummer , I ' m sorry to hear that , is he better now ?
Yes , Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP .
All right . That ' s very nice of you .
Would you like to go to the cinema with me ?
I ' m sorry I can ' t make it . Thank you anyhow .
He's a sad dog . He came to the wedding in jeans !
I don't think so . He only had no common sense .
Yes . I am a bit confused . My sociology class is supposed to read a chapter in a book called Sociology and the Modern Age . According to the syllabus , the book is in the library , but I haven't been able to find it .
Do you have your syllabus with you ? May I see it ?
Yes , uh ... I put it in the front of my sociology notebook . Oh , here it is .
Let me see . Oh yes . Your professor has placed this book on reserve . That means you cannot find it on the shelves in its usual place . You need to go to a special room called the reserve room . It's down the hall and to the right .
I'm sorry - I still don't understand .
You see , your professor wants every one in the class to read the chapter . If one student removes the book from the library , it is likely that none of the other students will have the opportunity to read it . So , your professor has insured that all students have the opportunity to read it by placing it on reserve .
So , will I be able to find this book ?
Yes , when a book is on reserve , a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book . The student can have the book for a few hours , and he or she MUST read it in the library during that time . That way , the book stays in the library , and all students have a chance to read it .
Okay . Thank you . I understand now .
Will there be anything else ?
No ! I am on my way to the reserve room . Thanks again !
Yes , we would like to take a tour to L . A .
Well , that's really a big city . How long do your vacations last ?
2 weeks . Can I have a brochure of the sightseeing tours ?
Here you are . Take your time .
I ' m watching TV .
You ' re supposed to clean your teeth before you go to bed .
I will .
And don ' t ever forget it .
Hello . Can you help me ?
Yes , I'm here to fix your pipes .
Oh good , come in , please .
Fantastic ! I enjoy clubbing , especially those clubs with live bands . The only fly in the ointment is that the air is bad , full of smoke , and the music is too loud , so conversations are not really possible . Once I nearly got burnt by a cigarette .
How did that happen ?
A wild dancer dropped it on my left foot and said nothing about it . If I had drunk enough and I would have had the bold to punch him in the face .
Sounds cool ! But that is not what a lady should do . People are easy to lose head in a night club and being drunk .
My main duties include designing survey sheets , transferring them to the dispatchers , making telephone covering on blurred information and processing the data and doing the primary analysis .
What had you gained mainly from this survey activity ?
First , it was how to design survey sheets according to the subjects , because we had to prevent the questions from being too influential and we must make sure that every question was balanced and equitable . Secondly , it was how to get information through telephone covering in the fastest and most effectively way , because the person doing the survey usually doesn ' t have the patience to wait for long feedback . So the way we put up questions must be clear and direct and only by this means can we get accurate data .
Yes . I need a belt that is kind of casual and kind of dressy .
Then , perhaps a leather belt would work . Come here . Let me show you some .
All right . Thanks a lot .
Do you have reservations ?
Yes , I do . I have made reservations under the name of Wang .
Very Wang sir , smoking or no smoking ?
No smoking , please . Could we have table by the window ?
Of course , this way please .
Oh , no ! How did this happen . Are you sure ?
I overheard this information when I passed Arden's office . We got some complaints from consumers yesterday . I am terribly sorry for that .
My God ! I actually checked them one by one . How could this be ?
Calm down ! It is useless to act like that . Can we find some solutions ?
What kind of solution can I have now ? I nearly go crazy now .
But we still have to find one . Can we find Arden to check whether this is true or not ?
It seems that I have nothing to do , except this .
Face the reality . Maybe we can find the way to make up the loss .
Are you sure of that ?
I am not certain about that .
They may have some difficulty in doing it .
Yes , please . I'd like to start with a chef ' s salad .
Chef ' s salad for starter . And what would you like to have for the main course ?
I'll have steak .
How would you like your steak done ?
Medium .
And what would you like to go with your steak ?
Peas and carrots .
Potatoes ?
Boiled .
Thank you .
Yes , I'm rather good at driving .
I need you to teach me how to drive .
Yes , but do you have your learner's permit ?
Yes , I have it .
Have you ever driven a car before ?
I drove a car before , but only once .
Are you aware of all the controls in the car ?
I already know all of them .
When would you like me to start teaching you ?
When do you have time ?
Call me tomorrow , and we'll get started .
Yes , but you look fine .
Oh , it's for my brother . The little boy over there . He is getting a carsickness .
Poor boy ! But don't worry . Here are two pills made in Germany . It's really effective . He will be just fine .
Thank you so much .
Take some with you next time , just in case .
Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping .
You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ?
Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills .
Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine .
What ?
It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects .
I see .
Sure .
How should I get their contact info .
Get the clients ' contact info from my Rolodex .
Where should I put them up ?
How about the Holiday Inn ?
The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more .
Well , the client is always right .
What else would I prepare , Sir ?
Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over .
Certainly .
And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it .
Of course . I'm on it
I want to file a complaint .
What's the problem ?
A man robbed me today .
When ?
I was robbed this morning .
What did he take ?
He took my phone and my wallet .
Did you see his face ?
I saw him perfectly .
Could you pick him out of a line-up ?
I could do that .
It wasn't as high as I would have liked . It was 2 . 5 .
Why do you think it wasn ' t higher than that ?
I participated in several extracurricular activities . And I worked 2 jobs to put myself through school .
Wo , wo , that certainly is a lot for a young man to take on .
I don ' t know .
Please think it over .
Oh , I see .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
Why ? You said I was hot when smoking .
But I want you to be fit .
Smoking is killing . I know .
Check out this article . It says smoking can lead to lung cancer .
I don ' t believe it .
But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ?
Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ...
Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ?
Yes , ma'am . Whatever you say .
Oh , thanks a lot .
What time are you leaving ?
1:30 P . m . But I've got to check in at 12:30 P . m .
What airline and what flight ?
Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 .
I'll see you at the airport at 12:30 P . m .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
Not particularly . I like fat girls .
And I like a girl with good skin , do you ?
I can ' t say I do . What I like a girl with good manners .
Well , yes . But surely you like a girl with a nice figure .
Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality .
But you like a girl to be rich , surely ?
Not particularly . I like a girl to be good .
OK , boy . I will buy it for you .
I'll have to check . Do you need anything else ?
Yes . Five one-dollar stamps , please .
That'll be 14 dollars in all .
I ' Ve been playing computer games .
What ? So you blew me off yesterday and today over a stupid video game ? What game is so important that you have no time for me anymore ? What are you playing ?
It ' s called Counter Strike . It ' s a first person shooter game . It ' s awesome . It ' s a multi player game where you can go online and compete against players from all over the world .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
It's raining cats and dogs .
I am reporting a break-in .
When did it happen ?
It happened last night .
Where did it happen ?
It happened at my house .
What was taken ?
I don't know .
How do you know there was a break-in ?
Someone busted my window .
I will send a squad car to your house right now .
Please do .
No you don't ! I should treat my new brother-in-law !
Not on my life ! I'm the best man , so I pay !
OK , OK . On one condition .
What's that ?
You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat !
You've got it ! But are we coming back for the music , or for the fruit ? !
Well , it's OK , I suppose . We get about the equivalent of six months ' salary .
Six months ' salary ? Are you serious ? That's incredible !
Maybe . But you'd be amazed at how little's left after the credit companies have deducted their share from my account .
Hey , I know what that's like . I bought a BMW on my Visa card . Now the payments really hurt .
Well , you're lucky that you're still able to make your payments . I missed a credit payment last month . Now my bank account's overdrawn , and the company is threatening to take back my purchases .
What did you buy ?
A new home health monitor .
Health Monitor ? I read an article about that racket . They ' re overpriced to begin with ! Listen , if I were you , I'd let them take back their monitor and spend my money on something more practical .
You're kidding !
No joke !
That's something else ! Maybe I'll return it to them .
sorry , I'm afraid that I've got plans tonight .
what are you doing ?
I'm going to my parents ' house for my father's birthday .
how old is he today ?
it's his 50th birthday .
well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
say hello to your friends for me .
likewise . See you later .
Bye !
What's the matter ?
I've got a dozen things to do and they all have to be done immediately .
Well , if there is anything I can do to help , let me know .
Yes . I'm used to online shopping . It ' s convenient and time-saving . You can buy anything you want and they will send it to your home or any place you want .
How about the price ?
You can get the same product at a much lower price .
Last week , I tried to buy some clothes online , but I didn ' t know how to pay for them .
You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online .
Are there many things online ?
Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let ' s check it out online !
Hello , I'd like to talk to someone about making a withdrawal .
You can withdraw money from your account either over the counter or via the ATM .
Yes , but the problem is that I have a Savings Account with you , and I need to take some money from that . Do I really have to give 90 days notice if I want my money ?
Actually , you only need to give 7 days notice if you wish to withdraw funds . Of course , you will lose some interest due to the withdrawal .
That's not a problem . I'll pop in later today to make a formal request . Thanks !
Stop talking about her . She gives me goose bumps . I never wish to be in her sight .
She is pretty . Many men praise her highly .
Many people , many tastes . She looks pretty , but the way she speaks gives you goose bumps . I feel sick of it .
Well , you've been working on this assignment for five hours .
Yeah , I need to take a break .
Sure . I am free tomorrow . It sounds interesting to me . Can we buy the ticket online ?
I don't think so . I think we had better go there earlier , or we may have to spend a lot of time waiting .
I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum .
Look at the ticket booth in the center . There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be .
Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry .
Good idea .
( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ?
I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map
Sure , take your time . We have a whole day .
It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece .
Look at the museum guide . It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area . Let's rent an audio guide .
Yes , I am sorry . I missed the bus .
But there's a bus every ten minutes , and you are over 1 hour late .
Well , I missed several buses .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
What kind would you like ?
I want one pound of ground beef .
That's going to be about $ 2 . 48 .
That will be fine .
What else can I get for you ?
Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts .
That's going to be $ 4 . 05 a pound .
Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ?
That will be $ 12 . 15 .
That's all I'm going to get today .
That's fine . Let me get your meat .
How can I help you ?
I have a headache .
Let me take your temperature with a thermometer .
OK .
I think you have a small fever .
I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning .
You should've called in sick ! Next time , have either of your parents call the school office .
Yes , it's a family tradition dating back to my childhood . We use the same lights and ornaments , but of course we have a new tree each year . The children made some of these decorations . Here , you can hang this on one of those high branches .
Well , everything seems to be just about ready . Now all we need is snow . Do you exchange the presents in the morning ?
Oh , yes . The kids are too excited to wait . After we clean up the mess all the empty boxes and the wrapping paper we have a big breakfast . Then the kids have the whole day to play with their new toys .
And we'll have a great turkey dinner at around four o'clock . My brother and his family will be joining us . I look forward to meeting them . Well , it's late , so I'll say good night . I'll see you early tomorrow , so I can share your Christmas morning . Good night !
It ' s a difficult choice . The train is a litter faster , but much more expensive .
We could face delays if we travel by bus , thanks to traffic jams .
Buses are more cramped and you can ' t walk around .
That ' s true , but I feel that I see more when I travel by bus .
Really ? I think you see more traveling by train .
So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more .
Ok them . We ' ll go by train . I ' m sure we ' ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ?
The train aren ' t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles .
We should take a packed lunch on the journey . The food they sell on the trains is always expensive .
Sure , no problem . What are you trying to get ?
I want to buy a drink .
OK . This machine needs you to use that change machine first to get correct change .
I've got the correct change already .
First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth .
OK , what next ?
Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again .
OK , next ?
Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries .
I agree with you .
Hope that works for you !
What ' s wrong ? That was a great goal .
Yes , but I bet $ 200 dollars on the Cougars !
Looks like you ' re going to lose out on this game then .
I can ' t believe it ! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure .
What were the odds ?
20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars !
Too bad .
Yes , but I will graduate from the Shanghai Finance and Trade school next month .
Are you sure you can be a successful cashier ?
I'm sure . You know my major is statistics and I get excellent records in all of the courses I have taken .
That's only for your theory foundation . I am afraid if you have ever handled large amounts of cash before ?
Yes , my father runs a business so I have opportunity to work in the finance department every holiday .
Good . I think you'll make a good cashier .
Thank you .
You are welcome . Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me .
May I call you about our final decision ?
Yes , please . My telephone number is 2974-5328 , and you can call me at any time in the daytime .
We will get in touch with you by the end of next week .
Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ?
We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Not bad . Thank you for your help . I am always busy with this job , I feel a bit tired .
I had the same feeling when I first came to work here . but after a period of time , I feel better , I am sure you ' ll get used to this busy job .
I also feel that work efficiency here is very high . and you have strong working ability and professional skill , it seems that you know all , that's really wonderful !
You know the phrase the survival of the fittest . We have no choices .
That's right , I have to work .
You know what , I've just got a new job with a computer company .
Oh , congratulations !
I see . Well , now you can have it as long as you bring it back by nine thirty .
Nine thirty ? That ' s no good . Couldn ' t I have it a bit longer ? Even if I fill up the tank ?
I ' m afraid not , Nick . That ' s the best I can do .
What size pan were you thinking of ?
I've already got a small pan . I need a big one .
Well , this one might work for you .
Oh , no , that's way too heavy a pan for me .
Here , lift this aluminum pan . It's the same size .
Yes , it's very lightweight . But I don't want this aluminum handle .
Here's a similar aluminum pan . But it has a heat-resistant handle .
Oh , this feels very nice . It's perfect . I'll take it .
I knew we'd find the right pan sooner or later . How would you like to pay ?
Cash . But first , I need a lid for this pan .
Oh , no problem . Here's the lid that comes with the pan .
Yes , the pain comes more intense when the weather is bad . And the pain comes intense when I walk too much .
Have you ever had any trauma ?
Yes , I have .
Does the pian become more intense at night ?
Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too .
Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ?
Yes , I do .
I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree .
By the way , does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ?
Yes . Let's start today .
I'm Mr . Bob , Room 309 . I'm checking out today . Can I have my bill now ?
Certainly . Please wait a moment . Here is your bill .
What's the 30 yuan for ?
This is the charge for your laundry service on Nov . 20thA
But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's .
Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ?
I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out .
I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill .
It doesn't matter . Here is the money .
Thank you very much . Hope to see you again .
Yes , we do .
How many nights a week is it ?
It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . We need a record of you education and your work experiences .
No . What did it say ?
There's a garage sale around the corner .
A garage sale ... that's where people check out cars , right ?
What ? Cars ? Are you serious ?
I'm pulling your leg , Paul . I'm a shopping queen , remember ? So of course I know what a garage sale is all about !
yes , it's a good company . But the management changed last month . We didn ' t get along , so I quit .
I understand . Why would you like to join our company ?
I'm qualified for this position . And I've heard a lot of good things about your company .
Like what ?
You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits .
that's good to know . Why do you think you ' re qualified for this position ?
I've got over seven years ' experience working in this kind of position . I know I can do a good job in this position .
Hi , Andy .
Are you feeling OK ? You sound a little tired this morning .
I did not sleep much last night . I really feel bad . It was a crazy night .
What happened ?
I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood .
Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ?
My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help .
You have got a great mother .
I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk .
That sounds good !
Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan .
Me too . But I tell myself that if they don ' t accept me , another school will .
What part hurts ?
The shoulder .
Well , maybe you broke it . But what I'm worried about is this cut .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
No , you don ' t have to . But I think you ought to .
Oh , well . If I must , I must .
I wonder Why .
I didn't mean to . It was an accident .
You have completely damaged my car .
I did not . It looks perfectly fine .
You don't see what happened to my bumper ?
What did I do to it ?
You smashed my bumper in with your car .
I really don't think that I did that .
Your bumper looks exactly the same .
Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it .
Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you .
Trust me .
Good morning , Ms . Walker . What can I do for you ?
We need to deliver some documents to our Monroe street branch . Can you come by and pick them up ?
Of course , Ms . Walker . Could I have your account number , please ? And , when do these documents need to arrive ?
Are you kidding me ? Why do you say so ?
You know , I'm about to graduate and I have to look for a job as soon as possible . But I haven ' t the faintest idea of how to go about finding a job .
OK . Let me see where to start .
I guess first I should prepare a resume , right ?
Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume .
Then what else should I put into my resume ?
Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ?
I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ?
Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward .
I see . Is that all there is to it ?
No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take .
Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss .
You said it . At last you ' d better attach a list of references to your resume .
That's easy .
And one more thing , smile widely .
I'm a great driver .
Could you teach me how to drive ?
Have you gotten your learner's permit ?
Yes , I have my learner's permit .
Have you ever been behind the wheel ?
I've only driven a car one time .
You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ?
I know them .
Tell me when you want me to teach you .
We can do it when you have some time .
I'm not busy tomorrow . Call me then .
well , first of all , it ' s much bigger . It has the same number of rooms , but each room is larger . We also have a larger garden , which our dog loves , of course !
so , it ' s a three-bedrooms detached house ?
yes . One bedroom is for my wife and i . there ' s another for our daughter . My wife wants to use the third one as a guest room , but I ' d like to make it into a study . Our daughter is also keen on
what ' s the kitchen like ? I know both you and your wife like to cook .
that ' s one of the main reason we chose that particular house . The kitchen and dining room are together . It ' s really large .
are the rooms nice and bright ?
yes , they are . That ' s very important to us . We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light . Each room has large windows .
do you have a balcony ?
no , we don ' t . we wish we had one . That ' s the only thing we wanted , but don ' t have . The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly .
you ' re right on the edge of the city , aren ' t you ? There can ' t be much noise or traffic there . Is it easy to get into city centre ?
it ' s a very quiet neighbourhood . There ' s some traffic , but not much . It ' s not very difficult to get to the city centre , but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or yo
What is it ?
She keeps spitting on the ground .
Maybe there's something wrong with her .
Good morning . I need a new identification card .
Why ?
My ID card is lost .
OK , did you bring your household register or residence booklet ?
I only have my household register .
It doesn't matter , they are the same thing .
Here you are , sir . What do I do next ?
OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ?
Benjamin .
Please get a mug shot in the next room .
I've brought with me some of old ones .
But we need them taken with digital cameras .
OK , what's next then ?
That's all . Come here a week later and get your ID card .
I'm quite active and energetic . I approach things enthusiastically and I don't like to leave things half-done .
Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ?
I'm quite outgoing i think . I enjoy mixing and doing things with others .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
I maintain that the most important thing is having good friends . A person can't live all by himself I think . A friend in need is a friend in deed . The more really close friends I have , the better .
What kind of people do you like to work with ?
People who are honest , dedicated to their work and having integrity .
Me too . I like the festival best of all .
Think of the big face down the eve , hmm .
And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ?
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? To welcome the new year of course ?
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . They always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
Yes , it's to my liking , too .
Say , how would you like to be a dress designer ?
It's my dream .
It is called Energy Collector .
Look at your right-hand . Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom ?
Maybe . Oh , I see the Jungle Flying Train . I once rode it . It was very exciting .
I want to have a try later .
Me too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
What would you like to change ?
I would like to have different carpet .
I would be willing to put in a different color carpet if you pay the price difference .
How much more would it cost ?
It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard .
While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ?
I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample .
When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ?
You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday .
The early bird catches the worm .
I ' m afraid you ' re going in the opposite direction .
Should I take a bus ?
I think a cab is better .
Yes , I ' d like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 4th to the morning of October 10th .
Could you tell me your name , sir , please ?
Yes , it is Smith .
She's at home .
Absolutely . I've sorted out all the materials we need and sifted three great ways of marketing .
Oh , that's good .
We can discuss them detailedly over the meeting and choose the best way to promote our key products .
It seems you've got everything done . Now I can finally stop worrying about it and get back to work .
Yeah . It ' s a must for me .
But don't forget to give me a ring .
I won't , mum .
Well , you don't seem to be interested in getting a real job , either .
You know I'm interested in teaching . I'm looking for jazz students ...
Yeah , and every high school student in town is banging on your door , right ?
I know they're out there . I'll find them .
You're such a dreamer ! You think that you can spread the word of jazz in an underpass ?
Who do you think that has the motive ?
I ' m not sure now . In any case , let ' s first make some careful investigations .
OK , murder will out !
Yeah .
Well , the first year of our marriage , we had great difficulty getting along . The things that are important to me are not important to him . We had a lot of conflicts .
Yeah , I know what you mean . The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples , not to mention two people from different cultures .
And now we have a two-year-old boy . We ' re very happy that he ' s healthy and smart .
Oh , so he ' s half Chinese and half American . That ' s unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He ' s whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
You're right here , bus station , we are in the center of the city .
Which bus should I take to railway station ?
You can take a No . 2 bus here .
Where am I supposed to change ?
At Longing Street .
You mean one for the city ?
Yes , within New York .
I'm afraid we don't have any . If I were you , I'd try one of the newspaper stands .
Thank you .
Five . My father , mother , brother , sister-in-law and me .
Is your brother older or younger than you ?
He is five years older than me , He got married last Sunday . My brother and my sister-in-law are the same age .
Yes , sir .
Ok , now some points for attention . First of all , pay attention to safety ... Now , sign your names on the lab record , and after that you can start . If there is any question , just let me know .
Excuse me , sir . This air compressor doesn't work .
Have you turned it on ?
Yes , I have .
Ok , I will get you another one .
Thank you .
I'll let you break the balls this time .
Let's get all the balls out of the pockets .
OK . How much do you want to bet on this game ?
You are crazy . Gambling is against my principles .
Is that why you didn't return my call ?
And I couldn't find another phone .
That's okay .
I have a really bad toothache ! My cheek is swollen and I can ' t eat anything .
Let ' s have a look . Mmmm . This doesn ' t look too good . I think we may have to pull out your wisdom tooth . It ' s pressing against your molars and that ' s one of the reasons you are experiencing so much pain .
When you pull my tooth will you also have to extract the nerve and the root ?
First we will take some x-rays and see what we ' re dealing with . I also noticed a small cavity up front here , so you are going to need a filling .
I guess that ' s what I get for not flossing or brushing my teeth three times a day .
It could be that , or maybe you are eating too many sweets . In any case , I ' ll administer an anesthetic and you won ' t feel a thing !
Thank you . You're very kind .
It is , isn't it ?
nothing really . I think I've had a few too many coffees .
free coffee is one of the perks at this place , isn't it ?
it's the only perk of this job ! How's your day going ?
not that well . I've got that Monday morning feeling today .
why is that ?
my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend !
your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ?
you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work !
that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office .
really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy .
maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all !
no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T .
try not to let it bother you too much .
thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again !
ok , I'll see you in a bit .
alright . See you later !
Thank you . It's very kind of you to invite me to such a beautiful place .
I propose a toast to your pleasant tour in China .
Thank you very much .
This food is a Wax specialty . Please help yourself .
Thank you . Oh , it tastes nice .
Yes . I want to reserve a table for two this evening .
I am sorry , madam . All the tables are booked now .
Well . In that case , we will have to go to another restaurant . Thank you all the same .
I can ' t sleep or eat . I have a really bad pain in my tooth !
How long have you had this toothache ?
It bothers me off and on , but it ' s gotten much worse these past few weeks .
Is there anything that you ' Ve done to your tooth that might have caused the pain ?
My girlfriend told me that I grind my teeth a lot when I sleep . Maybe that is the problem .
When you brush your teeth , what do you use ?
I use a soft bristle toothbrush .
Does it bother you when you have to chew a lot ?
Absolutely . That set it off big time !
Really ? I'm glad to hear that .
That's true . And this trip has been a very productive one for us .
Thank you again for your visit . We are looking forward to your reply .
Believe me , Mr . Wang . I'll do my best to promote the transaction .
We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other .
It ' s very kind of you to say so .
You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again .
I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future .
OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately .
Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Goodbye .
Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good .
Let me introduce myself , by the way . My name's Charies Ford .
How do you do ? I'm Bob Evans .
I will if you tell me how you're so sure that we're going to come out on top .
We just will . Trust me on that .
After what you did , I don't know how hard Elvin's going to work to meet your deadline .
He'll do it . He's too proud not to .
You've got everyone figured out , don't you ?
Yes , I do . Everyone .
Yes .
Could you please get me a takeaway ? I have some urgent work to finish . So I don ' t have enough time to go out for lunch .
No problem . What should I bring ?
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
By all means . (= Of course . )
Yes . I like cooking very much . I got this hobby when I was 12 years sold .
Why do you like it ?
I have no idea . I like cooking by myself . I like to taste delicious food .
That's wonderful !
And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too .
Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me .
Certainly .
I did . Let me go get it for you . Here you go .
Thanks so much .
I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish .
I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries .
So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ?
It says that traditionally , give something made of paper .
I can think of two things made of paper -- stationery and money .
I saw a lot of teenagers when Alan and I were there yesterday .
They spend hours there , especially on weekends .
Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ?
I know several . But wouldn't it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn't that complicated ?
No , it's easy . We'll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They'll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
Yes , sir , where are you going ?
I am going to the railway station .
Get on , please .
Thank you . Can we get there in half an hour ?
I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour .
My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 .
We are really in a hurry .
Can't we go faster ?
I'll do my best .
What is a tornado warning ?
It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area .
Really ? In New Berlin ?
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a tornado watch . That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a watch .
And the second stage is called a tornado warning .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a tornado warning . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean a loud train ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
Yes , can we help you ?
We have a problem with our roof . Can you come and have a look ?
What sort of problem ?
We have water coming through . It was raining yesterday and this morning we noticed a wet patch on our ceiling .
Is the wet patch just in one place ?
Yes , it seems to be just in the living room , above the window .
Did you look in the attic ?
No , sorry , we didn't .
Is there easy access to the attic ? We'd better look since there may be some flooding there as well .
Yes , we have a hatch with a ladder .
OK , we can come early this afternoon . Is anyone going to be at home ?
Yes , my wife will be there .
Right , we have an urgent job this morning but we should finish around lunch time . We will then come straight over to your house .
That's great . Thank you very much .
I'm fine . I've been out of town . I just got back .
Where were you ?
I was in New York for a wedding .
Can you describe the plumbing problems you are having ?
The bathtub barely drains at all .
Okay , the bathroom plumbing needs looking at . What about the kitchen plumbing ?
Neither the kitchen nor the bathroom plumbing is working well .
Has this problem been going on for a long time ?
It just started happening last night .
I will be coming over to look at it this afternoon . Will you be there ?
I will not be home .
I can always use my key to get in , but I would prefer that you be there .
Yes , it's not like what the radio said at all .
I wish it would stay this way for the weekend .
As long as it doesn't snow !
I said please stop by the entrance of EVA Air at the Arrival Terminal .
Sure . What else can I do for you ?
Oh , no . That ' s it . Nice to chat with you . Have a good day .
Thanks a lot . We arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport .
Let me check . Oh , oh ! It ' s at 3:25 .
Wow , that's cutting it close ! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection ! What gate is it at ?
It's at ... gate 14 .
Oh , great ! That's at the other end of the terminal !
OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 !
I'm be right behind ya !
You are right . We ' re hoping that this is a long-term opportunity , and just a flash in the pan .
Two . French and Spanish .
And how well can you speak them ?
Well , French was my best subject at school . I can read and write it pretty well .
And how about your Spanish ?
Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good .
I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here .
In that case , I'm fit for the position I think .
I don't think drinking requires any special purposes . For us people in the West , the purpose is generally quite simple-to savor the wine .
I know what you mean there . In many circumstances , people kiss the baby for the nurse's sake . And that's what we do when drinking at a banquet . Even though we do have a rich variety of brand-name wines , like Matai and Showing Yellow Rice Wine , alcohol is usually served not for the enjoyment itself . We just be its Dionysus effect to enliven the atmosphere , improve personal association with each other and solidify friendship .
And to make matters worse , you're urged to drink " one more cup time and again . There is too much etiquette to observe . You'II be set free at a Western banquet It seems we are keen to make it convenient as possible to savor the wine , its color , its aroma and its delicate taste .
Yeah . It's of supreme importance that the goblet , table-cloth , and plates should be made shiningly clean , so that the color of the wine is clearly visible and the delicate aroma and taste are fully appreciable .
Yes . For me , who can't hold much liquor , it's particularly agreeable . If only I had thechance to enjoy Chinese Matai at a leisured pace while sitting at a Western banquet !
Actually , I prefer if you didn't . Air conditioning makes me sneeze .
All right . I'm opening the window , though , is that OK ?
Oh , sure . It's very stuffy in here .
Just a moment , I'm coming . Now , what would you like ?
I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ?
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Of course and very well .
What's the English for Hongtao , Leitao , Meihua and Fangpian ?
Oh , very easy . They are heart , spade , club and diamond .
That's great . You need to prepare for it .
How ?
Buy an expensive suit .
Is a white shirt OK ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing leather shoes .
Oh , no , Nathan , I ... I really think we've bought this flat at the right time , you know . Market prices are going to go up , and I think you'll find in a year or two it will be worth a lot more .
But we're going to spend so much money in furnishing and decorating . I think we could get a much cheaper place that's already furnished .
But don't you like this place ? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely .
Well , only you liked it really , darling .
Oh , why didn't you say so then ? But I still think we've made a good buy .
I think Hebes is a good place .
But I heard the north of China are experiencing severe sandstorms !
Really ?
Yes , it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds .
How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ?
The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation .
It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody !
You are quite right .
Well , I've been practising for 5 weeks .
Is this your best score ?
No , once I did 32 .
We are practically full up , but I will see . What do you want , a single room or a double one ?
A single room , preferably with a bath .
How long do you plan to stay ?
For a week or so .
You can have a room on the second floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night .
I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is 50 dollars per night .
What services come with that ?
A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday .
That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ?
Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more .
All right . I will take a room for a week .
Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up .
Can I get dinner here ?
We do serve dinner .
I see .
I love stir fry crispy bitesize vegetables covered in a mixture of soy sauce and oyster sauce . Wilted greens and fresh bean sprouts . Throw in some onion and garlic and ginger ! Mmm ! Mmm ! It ' s almost lunchtime . I would die for a plate of stir fry right now !
Well , you can keep the vegetables , I ' ll take the meat . The stir fry my wife made was really hearty , with chunks of beef and slivers of bell peppers and onion ...
What ? You call that a stir fry ? More meat than vegetables ? That ' s the worst insult you could throw at a Chinese stir fry . What a disgrace to the wok she fried it in ! What you had is equivalent to a fajita without the wrap !
That sounds like fun . What's the weather going to be like ?
I heard that it's going to be warm this weekend .
Is it going to be perfect beach weather ?
I believe so .
Good . I hope it doesn't cool off this weekend .
I know . I really want to go to the beach .
But you know that California weather is really unpredictable .
You're right . One minute it's hot , and then the next minute it's cold .
I really wish the weather would just stay the same .
I do too . That way we can have our activities planned ahead of time .
Yeah , that would make things a lot easier .
I can ' t think of where to go .
Where would you like to go to school ?
I really don ' t know .
You can ' t think of anything ?
I really like where I ' m at now .
So , why don ' t you just stay here ?
That may be what I ' m going to do .
It ' s a perfectly good school .
You ' re absolutely right .
Do you know what you ' re going to do now ?
I ' m just going to stay at PCC .
Thank you . Just put it on the table .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
En , would you please give me some bread please ? I am hungry now .
OK . I will get you some right now .
I ' Ve been a secretary for two years , before that I was at university .
And how do you like working for IBM ?
It ' s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
Not at all .
What's the problem ?
Someone just robbed me .
What do you mean ?
This guy just robbed me right on the street .
He didn't hurt you , did he ?
I'm okay . He just stole my things .
I'm so sorry .
I have to file a report at the police station .
Let me take you .
I would like that .
Yes , are you ?
I've got my money and my keys , so I'm ready .
You do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
I like studying English , and I can read well , but speaking can be difficult .
It's not that bad . If you talk to your American friends every day , you'll learn quickly .
Can I ask you a question ?
Sure , what do you want to know ?
I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ?
Laptop .
Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ?
A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ?
Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ?
Laptop .
Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ?
Yes , that's right . That's very good .
Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ?
That word is pronounced kitchen .
Thanks so much . You're a good teacher .
Thanks .
They arrested me without probable cause .
They did ?
They had no reason for arresting me .
I thought they let you go .
Yes , the next morning .
They made you spend the night at the station ?
Yes , they did .
What was their reason for arresting you ?
I matched the description of a bank robber they were looking for .
I see .
I want justice .
I'm making three thousand yuan a month at my present work . I should not , of course , make a change for less . Could you provide me with a monthly salary of four thousand yuan ?
I don ' t think we can give you that much as the starting salary .
You know , Mr . Allen , Nowadays this starting salary is not high based on my skills and experience .
Maybe , but there are many fringe benefits here .
What are they ?
Additional to medical benefits , we also offer a rent free house and the use of a car .
But I have my own car and my own house .
OK , 4000 yuan a month .
Thank you very much .
Not at all , it's reasonable .
It seems not or somebody has recently received a large fax .
Ok , no problem . We do it ourselves .
Do you know how to do it ? I am not so good at machine things . I will have somebody do it as soon as possible .
Check with somebody from the IT department . They are anyway in charge of the office electronic equipment .
I need some medicine .
For whom ?
My younger brother . He suffers from a bad cold .
What symptoms does he have ?
Fever and a bad cough .
I got it . Don't worry , just a common cold .
What kind of medicine does he need ?
Patulin will do .
How many pills for each time ?
Six per day , and two after each meal .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Of course , I like flowers .
What's your favorite flower ?
I like peach blossom , because I like spring .
Peach blossom is really beautiful .
Yes . How about you ?
I like lotus .
You have a perfect taste !
But there aren't any lotus now .
Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms .
That's not bad . Let's go .
Yes , you can draw your tax back at any customs in the EU .
Well , I am afraid I don't bring my passport with me today . Can you save it for us until tomorrow ?
No problem , sir .
I Couldn't care less .
I'm sorry , It's all my fault .
You are always like this . I've told you many times not to tell her .
Sorry , I had no intention .
It's too late to say sorry now . Oh , what am I going to do ?
I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me .
We are very glad to hear that . We are sure that there will be a bigger market for our products in this country .
Well , we have an extensive sales organization and a thorough knowledge of Asian market . Your products would sell very well here . We are prepared to do more business with you . We are also interested in handing a sole agent for you .
We really appreciate your efforts . Before we go to the core of matter , can you give us some idea of them on which you would be willing to operate as our agent ?
No problem .
Yeah . I do it once a week .
Is it very interesting ?
Sure . I get a lot of information and make many friends .
Oh , I'll have a try .
Fine , thank you .
And how ' s everyone in your family ?
Very well , thank you . I ' m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12:00 , would you care to join us ?
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
I am . Are you ?
Yes , and for the first time .
Is that right ?
I don ' t know how to vote .
Voting isn ' t difficult .
I ' m not sure what laws are being voted on .
They tell you everything on the ballot .
They do ?
You ' ll be okay .
Thanks for telling me .
You should be excited about your first vote .
Yeah , I just got back this morning .
That sounds really nice . What did you do there ?
Well , we were only there for three days , so we didn't do too much . We went shopping and went out to dinner a few times . And at night we walked around the city with some friends .
Did you take any pictures ?
Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ?
Sure , I love looking at photos .
This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife .
Your daughter looks like her mother .
I know , they look very similar .
Where was this picture taken ?
That was taken at the train station before we left .
Did you have time to go to the zoo ?
No , not this time . We went there last time .
It looks like you all had a nice time .
Yeah , it was a lot of fun .
Yes , we'll be there , come hell or high water !
Yes , all of us have naps .
Don't you feel dizzy when you have to get up ?
No , not at all .
From my own experience as a career woman , I would have to say that while things are getting better now than they used to be , it is still a widespread problem . Society is changing , but there is still a glass ceiling for women in many career tracks .
do you think the glass ceiling phenomena is because of traditional social customs ? Or are there more issues coming into play ?
I think it's a very complicated issue . A part of the difficulties women have advancing in the work force are due to few opportunities and many male managers . Don't underestimate the good ole ' boy system . Men have power , so it's easier for them to stay in power .
What about affirmative action ? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy ?
Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination , but it's still a man's world .
Needless to say , it must be Indian Yoga .
Mary , you say something about it .
Tracing back , Yoga has a very long history . It was originated before India had approved Yoga and these documents were arranged and written according to the contents passed by mouth to mouth . In other words , Yoga is passed down from ancient times , which cannot be recalled .
Books in the first aisle are all best sellers .
Could you give me some advice on books for killing time on the train ?
Well , do you like novels ?
Yes , very much . Which one is the latest ?
Here is one written by famous Japanese novelist . You can have a look .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Is this about the Sales Assistant position ?
That's right . My appointment is for 11 o'clock .
Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
What are you thinking of getting ?
I only want some chips .
I think I may get something too .
What do you plan on buying ?
I have a sweet tooth . I want candy .
What kind of candy do you want ?
I really want some chocolate .
What kind of chocolate do you want ?
I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat .
The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats .
Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers .
I'm sorry . Has it been bothering you ?
Yes . And please ask me the next time you want to use something .
I'm sorry . I meant to ask you .
Well I always hear it on the radio , so I started to get into it .
Yeah , if something is on the radio it must be really good .
I totally agree !
Yes , I found a better house near my office . I ' m very satisfied with it . But I ' m worrying .
What are you worried about ?
I ' m worrying about how to move all of my household stuff . You know , I have a lot of stuff .
You can call a mover .
How much dose that cost ?
Around 200 RIB for a truck .
I think it ' s a little expensive .
But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save .
That ' s right .
I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ' ll leave you their phone number .
Wonderful .
It ' s 8357688 8 .
Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now .
You ' re welcome .
Yes .
By the way , I'm Robin .
Hi . My name is Jessica .
Nice to meet you .
Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ?
I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ?
I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin .
Bye . See you .
Thank you , Rick . We ' Ve got a very exciting encounter ahead of us today as two powerhouse teams , Brazil and China , face off against each other and try to qualify for the next round . Without a doubt , both teams are in top shape and this will prove to be a competitive match .
The ref signals the start of the game and here we go . Ribero serves and China quickly receives the ball . Chen bumps it to the setter , and ... a very nice set by Chen !
Xu spikes it ! Wow , what a great hit ! The Brazilian blockers anticipated the play and tried to block him but he managed to get the ball in !
It ' s China ' s service now . What a superb jump serve by Li , oh , and we have a let serve . The ball was coming in fast and almost made it over the net .
Brazil calls for a time out and we ' ll be right back , after a short commercial break .
That may be so , but reading them is an important way to expand your knowledge .
Not yet .
Yes , I need to order a large number of Webster's dictionaries .
We have several hundred in stock .
Is there a discount for buying in large quantity ?
I decided to take Kenny to the park and get some fresh air .
How was it ? Were there a lot of kids ?
It wasn't too crowded , but we had a great time ! We got on the see-saw together , then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jungle gym , but I didn't fit .
Sounds like fun ! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox .
Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted !
You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore !
It's a one-year lease .
Can I have a month-to-month lease ? I only want to rent the apartment for five months .
No , all the leases are for one year . We don't have month-to-month leases .
Well , then I don't think this would be a good apartment for me . Thank you anyway .
You're welcome .
Your price is rather out of line , much higher than we expected . We can't buy with your offer .
Well , what do you suggest then ? How about 8 % ?
When we say your prices are much too high , we don't mean the are higher only by 2 or 3 percent . If we are to place an order with you . I think a discount of about 15 % would be sufficient .
What ? You want to drive me bankrupt ! You can't expect us to make such a large reduction .
There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great .
How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large .
Ok . I can settle for that .
I thought that I already told you that I am going with Mark to Alaska .
Are you kidding me ?
You know what ? You and I had no plans , so I made plans with Mark . What's the problem ?
We have been together for a year and usually , people who've been together a year , take their vacation together .
I don't think that I ever heard of that rule before . Any more rules that you would like to tell me about ?
Go on your vacation with Mark and when you come back , why don't you just move in with him as well !
I am really looking forward to getting away from you . Far away from you !
Hey , the same to you !
Time flies ! One year has already been a history !
Definitely , it's time to say bye-bye to the last year and to say hello to the new year !
Yeah . Have you made any good resolutions for this new year ?
Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ?
I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise .
That will be a good one ! Anything else ?
Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess !
Sounds great !
A really dreadful accident and many people were killed .
Is that true ?
Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later .
Thanks .
Lily broke up with me last week . In fact , she dumped me .
Why ? I mean , why did she part company with you after seven years together ?
She said it was because we had very different ideas about life .
Do you believe her excuse ?
Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly .
Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love .
Thank you , Steven . You are really a good friend .
l love it . There is always something fascinating to discover .
The antiques market here in Paris is very famous . It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen .
That's not very easy to say .
It's also known as Les Puces , which means ' The Fleas ' .
Can you find many bargains there ?
Well , it really depends . Because you are a tourist , it might be harder for you to get really good prices .
I'd like to speak to the Ms . Collins , please .
Ok . Can I ask who is calling , please ?
This is Nathaniel Brown .
And what is your call regarding ?
I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation .
Ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold .
Ok .
... Sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ?
Ok . What's your number ?
It's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 .
Let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight .
No , there's no double six at the end of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight .
I got it . When should I have her call you back ?
Anytime before 6 pm tonight .
Ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm .
Thank you !
Bye !
bye !
No , thank you . I'm on a diet .
Why ? You're not fat .
I'm considering entering for the beauty contest this summer , so I must have a slender figure .
Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident .
I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only .
Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties .
How much do they weigh ?
All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg .
But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest .
What's the matter ? Are you OK ?
I don't know where to go for college , and what to major in .
Don't worry . You have plenty of time to decide .
And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition . I want to get the burden off my family .
You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college .
OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ?
In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money !
OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality .
That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ?
En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center .
Is the training center helpful ?
I think so . Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation .
I ' m sure you do miss that type of cooking . But can ' t you try to get used to Western food ?
I have tried . But Americans like butter , bread , sugar , and cream too much .
I suppose you ' re right , Lee . Maybe that ' s why so many Westerners are overweight .
It ' s interesting that Americans work very hard at their jobs , do not take naps during the day , and yet they can be so heavy .
You see , because we are often busy working , we eat too much fast food , and that food is very fattening .
Sure , let's take a look at the menu first .
Do I have to turn on the computer ?
yes , we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time . And this will help us understand both better .
What should I learn first ?
Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ?
I am ready I am going to get , let's start !
Okay . But our baby has fallen sleep .
Then , turn on the lamp , please .
But where's the switch ?
It's there by the window .
It is . It ' s got pictures of interesting building from all over the world , with brief descriptions of how they were build , their purpose , and so on .
There are the pyramids . It ' s easy to see how they got that name ! they don ' t have smooth sides though .
They don ' t now , but most of them did originally . There ' s picture of the pentagon in the united states . It ' s very distinctive with its five sides .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only TV towers are cylindrical in shape .
TV towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s m mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
It's easy to get loose bowels in summer .
It may have something to do with the food I had last night
You ' Ve got to be careful on the food you eat .
I will . Thank you .
It was nice talking to you too .
We should really hang out again .
That would be fun .
Where do you want to go ?
I think we should go out to eat .
That sounds good .
All right , so I'll see you then .
I'll call you later .
Okay , I'll talk to you later then .
See you later .
Bye .
Really ? You are joking ?
No , I'd like to do something special for you on your birthday .
I'd like that . Alright , put on this apron first .
OK . Now how can I help , hon ?
Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs .
Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed . Done .
Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge .
How many potatoes do you need ?
Three . And bring four bell peppers .
Gotcha , OK . Here they are .
Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat .
Where is the peeler ?
It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work .
What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger .
Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding . We need to go to the hospital .
I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought .
You mean for this afternoon ' s meeting ?
That ' s right I ' m afraid I have to postpone it . Mr . Scott got sick and I have to attend the Speechmaker ' s Symposium in his place . I ' m leaving today , and I won ' t be back until a week from Friday .
That ' s quite a while . Let ' s make it the week after you get back , then .
That will be great . So it ' s two weeks from tomorrow , same time and place . I ' m really sorry to do this to you .
No problem at all . To tell you the truth , I could use the extra time in my schedule to catch up on some paperwork .
He is a dishonest man and always tells a cock and bull story .
This is Ryan . How may I help you ?
Ryan , this is Malia , and I am afraid that I am feeling a bit under the weather .
Do you know what the problem is ?
I have a horrible rash from poison oak .
Have you had it a long time ?
The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days .
Have you been using anything for it ?
I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine .
That will probably take care of your symptoms . I ' ll see you tomorrow .
Thank you . I can't imagine the design of the new computer is so popular among computer users .
Hah , as the sale department director of our team , you are the best .
I am flattered . But I am not sure whether the manager is satisfied with it . She asked me to her office .
Why not ? You've done so well for the company . She should give you a prize .
I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time .
Come on ! What are you nervous about ?
It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation .
But the sale number is close to the predicted amount .
I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place .
Take it easy . Be confident . I'm sure you can do it .
Well , I love it . The room is special and clean with big windows and a lot of sunshine . There are plants along the corridor . Especially , I got my own desk with computer and telephone . Such a great place !
That ' s very good . I once turn down a job offer just because the office is awful .
What was so bad about it ?
Small rooms , small window , a small desk shared by three people . I would have been interrupted all the time and for sure not be able to deliver good work .
Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ' t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently .
Totally agree . By the way , the number of the telephone on your desk is extension 506 . You can pick up your office supplies from the supply room at the end of the corridor .
Good idea . How about a cup of coffee ?
Sounds good .
did you get the position you wanted ?
yes , I'll be promoted to department manager .
I'm glad to hear that . Congratulations !
thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position .
sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it !
thank you very much .
you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader .
I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon .
that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ?
next week .
so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department .
absolutely .
Yes , sir . I think you'll find our gym quite satisfactory .
So , where do I go to exercise ?
It's only one flight down , sir . Just take the elevator or the stairs .
Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym ?
Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key .
Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ?
Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week .
Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ?
I'm sorry , sir , but we have no trainer .
Good afternoon . What can I do for you ?
I'm an athlete for the Olympic Games here .
About half an hour ago I fell on the ground and hurt my leg . It bled a lot .
Let me have a look . You're very lucky because the cut is not deep .
First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it .
Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ?
Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean .
Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed .
Thank you very much , doctor .
Not at all . You'll be OK soon .
Drop in if you're free . Bye for now !
See you .
You look a little lost , can I help you ?
Um , I ' m just having a look around . It ' s my girlfriend ' s birthday tomorrow . I'm trying to find her something .
Well , you can ' t give her granny panties . Have you thought about getting her some sleepwear ? We ' Ve got these lovely , silky nighties . Or , how about a nice panty-and and-bra set . Look , here ' s a nice satin push-up bra , and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it .
Sure that ' s fine .
This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ?
Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ?
Just pick something and get the hell out of here . Um , I'll go with these two . This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with . She better thank me for this ...
Here you are , sir . I ' m sure she ' ll enjoy them .
Finally !
I ' m sorry , sir . I ' m going to have to take a look inside your bag .
Hold on . We will be successful right away .
No . what's it like ?
It's got its own library , theatre , swimming pool , and a guest house . The house itself has about ten different rooms that are all hooked up to computers so you can get things done in each room through a remote control . It's also located near the sea , so he can park his boats next to his house . It's absolutely amazing !
Would you want to live there ?
I think his house is fantastic , but I wouldn't want to live there . You would have to hire one or two people to clean all the rooms in the house , plus a few people to take care of the gardens , and probably an au pair or two to take care of the children . It's just too big of a place to take care of on your own .
What's your dreamhole like then ?
My dream home is actually just a small cottage in a quiet village in England .
Would you want to buy an old cottage or build a new one yourself ?
Old homes are great because they've got character . I think that's important .
Is that why you wear second-hand clothes as well ? Because they've got character ?
No , that's just because I don't have enough money to buy new cloths all the time !
I see . If you lived in an old house , would it be decorated in a modern way ?
No , I'd definitely try to restore it to its original state . I love to imagine what it'd be like to live in another time in history and living in a house decorated like it would have been 200 years ago would be a great way to feed my imagination even more !
The 486 .
The 486 really goes downtown ?
Yes , it does .
How long is the bus ride ?
It's about forty-five minutes to an hour .
Is that right ?
Yeah , it's not that long of a trip .
Is that a crowded bus ?
It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA .
Thank you very much .
You're very welcome .
Yes . That would be good .
Oh , no .
What's the matter ?
This machine is out of order .
You shouldn't have used the machine . Did you lose your money ?
I sure did .
You ought to complain . These machine are always out of order .
That would be great . Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me at 5558929 .
Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon .
Bye , Jason .
Fully agree . I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel . The latest office equipment is more type-functional . It combines fax machine , copy machine and printer in one . It saves a lot of place one machine instead of three .
Yes , this machine is even smaller than those before .
When will we get one of those ?
You know our boss always trying to save the last penny . We have to use up the equipment first .
My watch says half past five .
Does your watch keep good time ?
Oh yeah . It loses only a few seconds in the whole month .
Thanks a lot .
Well , some people use a standard set of words , but many couples today write their own wedding vows .
Your tradition of throwing rice as they got into their car was interesting , but it didn't look like real rice to me .
It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
how long is it altogether ?
it ' s about six or seven miles . That ' s about the kilometers .
that sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall .
right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
that ' s right .
how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
that ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
Who ' s calling , please ?
This is Kevin .
Hold on a second , please .
Is this Susan ?
No , I'm the operator .
Oh well , do you know if the Susan Li is available ?
One moment and I'll check .
I appreciate your remarks . And we are always happy to do more business . But , you know , if we take on a contract to produce new products , we want to be confident the product is marketable . Because , to start producing new things requires a lot of preparation . It requires a lot of investment for us .
You have some doubts about our products , I understand .
I would like to offer you a good price . But I won't be able to do that if I think this is a one-shot deal . So I would like to have some confidence in your idea .
Of course . Let me tell you in some detail about our idea . You know the popular Hello Kitty products .
Yes , of course .
Well , the products in themselves are very simple . It is the logo that is successful . So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple .
And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan . It is the Japanese that have made it a fad .
That might be true . But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it . It is because of our logo that our products will sell . We just need someone to produce the products for us . We have the backup and people to do the marketing .
So what you are really trying to sell is a fad .
Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that . Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo . Just like Hello Kitty .
I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ?
Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it . But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products .
I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last .
I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price . We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products . And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost .
Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates .
Yes .
Cool ! They're big ! What have you got in there ?
Just the necessities
Are you planning a trip to the Outback ?
No , but you never know when you'll need a flashlight .
Well , my pants are very slimming . They're capris .
Well , most of the time it is , I guess .
What do you think will make you happy ?
I think money will make me happy .
You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness .
It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do .
You'll get bored eventually .
Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work .
That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy .
You see ... money doesn't equal happiness , but it takes away a lot of responsibilities .
You are going to have a huge bill .
I know . I ' Ve got to get it fixed ASAP .
Don't you wanna get it fixed now ?
I wish I could , but I ' Ve got to go now . I have an appointment in 20 minutes .
Well , if you need anything , just let me know .
Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage .
You sure have bad luck these days .
Hello , yes , I'm a stock investor and I'm looking at opening a new account with you . Perhaps your new compound savings one ? I already have a Current Account with you .
That's no trouble , Sir .
I'm mostly interested in the personalized services you offer , with stock market news , etc . It sounds just perfect for me , as I'm too busy to be constantly at the computer checking the performance .
Yes , that's just one of the services we offer in our Personal Financing Program .
What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all .
For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both .
That's just what I need , sometimes I'm pretty forgetful .
Oh , thank you very much .
You're welcome . By the way , is there a pay phone near here ?
Yes , there's one just on the other side of this building . Do you have any small change ?
Yes , I do . Thank you .
Yes , the swimming pool is right behind the building . Walk out of the door and you will see it .
What's the fare ?
$ 10 per hour .
Thank you .
not too well ! I ' m just to the doctor . I haven ' t been feeling too well .. over the last few days .
what have you got ? A cough ? A cold ?
that ' s the funny thing . I don ' t what ' s wrong with me . I just feel exhausted .
perhaps you ' Ve been working too hard . You do have a high-pressure job .
maybe . I haven ' t been able to keep my food down either . That ' s unusual .
well . I ' m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good .
yes , he is . I ' Ve make an appointment for 10 o ' clock , so I ' d better move along .
OK . Hope you feel better soon . You should take it easy . I ' m sure the doctor will prescribe rest , you know .
Which subway should I take to get to the East Side ?
Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
Of course !
Who was your vote for President ?
My vote was for Barack Obama .
I didn ' t expect him to win .
I had no doubt in my mind that he would win .
What made you think that ?
Nobody could compete with him .
I thought his race would have kept him from winning .
Times are changing .
That ' s true .
I support our new President 100 % .
What ? How happy you life is ! I do envy you .
You don ' t know that I have been over-protected by my mother these years . I am really about to leave the family and spread my wings .
Maybe you are right .
I saw a lot of teenagers when Alan and I were there yesterday .
They spend hours there , especially on weekends .
Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ?
I know several . But wouldn ' t it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn ' t that complicated ?
No , it ' s easy . We ' ll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They ' ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
I just took a shot in the dark .
Oh , I'm hoping to take courses in my vacation .
You're so industrious .
Well , your job is to compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts . You ' re also responsible for preparing profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports .
And I represent ?
Our company just concluded a business transaction . You can help with documenting varies financial sheets involved in this transaction .
Ok , thank you .
You ' re welcome . Feel free to ask me any time you need help .
OK , what style do you want ?
I have no idea . Could you recommend me one ?
What about this one ? It fits you .
Well , the style is quite good , but I think it's too showy . I would like to try on the lighter one .
Hello . I'd like to have my nails manicured .
This way please . We offer multiple manicure services here . Do you want a full service ?
I don't need the full service .
But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now .
No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing .
OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service .
Thanks very much .
It ' s hard to say . Just so-so .
I've just had some money sent from Germany , in Euros .
OK , could you give me your details and I'll see if it has cleared . We need your banking details and some ID . A passport or something like that ?
I have my passport right here , and here are the account details . The name , number ...
Mr Jurgen , yes , the remittance has been successful .
That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible .
Not a problem , Sir . Please fill in this exchange form and show me your passport .
So what ?
Look , I have two tickets . Will you go with me ?
Wow , I like concerts .
Yes . The videographer has already started filming my parents trying to speak English with the flight attendants .
Speaking of flight attendants , they keep smiling at me . I wonder why ...
It'll be the year 2000 ! The flight attendants are coming over here . They're carrying bottles of champagne !
That's because it's time .
Time for what ?
It's time to make our wedding wish come true ...
You mean get married now ? On the plane ?
Why not ? I've got the rings ready .
I don't know what to say , Jack !
Hopefully , you'll say " yes " ...
I allocate different patients with their consent to different nurses . And I supervise the primary nurses and help nurses carry out their work .
How to maintain a high standard of nursing ?
To maintain a high standard of nursing , we should take experience and education into consideration while considering a nurse's level of expertise in caring for various patients .
There's no need to apologize .
But I ruined your rug .
Forget it . It was an accident .
I'm sorry , that's bad luck .
John , I'm hard up at the moment . Could you lend me five hundred yuan ? I'll return it to you early next month .
No problem , Jenny . Are you sure five hundred is enough ?
Yes . Thank you so much .
To a historic coffeehouse . It's got a little Mafia story to it .
Awesome . Was someone killed there ?
Oh , yeah , while he was eating , and he was a pretty famous Don .
Cool ! Is it safe for us to eat there though ?
Sure . In fact , nowadays , you'll see more tourists there than Italians . There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat .
Where is this Sons located ?
The Sons on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove .
You're going to need to take two buses to get to that Sons .
Which buses will I have to take ?
First , you need to get on the 268 going west .
Then what do I do ?
You need to get off on Fair Oaks and Washington .
What's next ?
Get on the 261 , and it'll take you the rest of the way to Sons .
There's nothing else ?
That's all there is to it .
Yes . Swimming is one of my most favorite sports , indoors or out-doors .
Me too . Swimming is a very good exercise for health . It combines water , bath , sunbath , and air bath together . It promotes the growth and haleness of muscles , bone , viscera and nerve systems .
I have never thought that swimming can bring us so many benefits . I only know that swimming in great waves and deep running water can train people's spirits , and enable people to be fearless of the hardships , dangers and difficulties and become brave and staunch .
Have you ever swum in a river or a lake ?
Yes , but not always . However , I won't let it go if I have a chance .
Of course not . I'm afraid of them .
I mean , do you like snake meat ?
I'm afraid I'll feel sick at the sight of it .
it's Cindy , you know that . Hey , Cindy , say hello to Maria .
Cindy , you're so cute .
she is also very naughty . By the way , do you have a dog , Maria ?
I have a little white cat .
Oh , a cat ? Come on .
yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small .
but I think they're dull , aren't they ?
not at all . They're quiet most of the time . But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs .
well , cats are certainly more independent .
absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago .
oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ?
yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it .
Poor cat .
now we get along very well . It makes me feel that I'm someone special .
Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you'll be online in a heartbeat .
Well , I see the cable . But my computer runs on wireless only .
No problem . I'll tell you about our alternatives .
Yes , I'd love to hear what the alternatives are .
Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor .
Great ! But is it free ?
Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee .
You said there were other alternatives ?
Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless .
Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ?
We might have a printer here next month . But for now , you'll have to go to the lab .
Lizzy who ?
Lizzy smith .
Of course I do .
Then , Do you know her younger sister ?
You mean Mary ?
Yes .
Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary .
Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ?
Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too .
That sounds terrific .
Why do you ask me these questions ?
I just want to visit the family some day .
Yeah , I could tell that . That ' s no problem . I can probably get it re-done by tomorrow . When ' s our meeting with the boss ?
Not until next week , I think , the 15th .
Then , we ' Ve got plenty of time .
The Northern Line is what you want .
How much is it ?
It's two yuan .
Which way do we go for the Northern Line ?
Just go through the No . 8 ticket-barrier over there . A train will be in directly .
I appreciate it . Thank you .
That's all right .
Let's change the subject .
Well , it is like a shop but the things here are quite cheap .
How much is the tape record ?
$ 5 .
That's really cheap . I will take it .
Sure . Here you are .
I love this store . The only problem is that it ' s extremely expensive .
don ' t worry . I ' Ve decided that for your birthday I ' m going to take you shopping for a new dress .
really ? I thought you hated shopping ?
I do , that ' s why you should appreciate this gift !
sure . That ' s really nice of you . Let ' s go in and try some things on .
how about this red dress ? I think it would really suit you .
that ' s gorgeous ! Do they have it in a size 8 ?
here you go . On any other day , it would cost me a fortune , but it ' s on special offer today .
I think this color isn ' t quite right for me . Do they have the same dress in white ?
let me look . Let ' s see ... they ' Ve got one in blue , green , pink , black ... and white . Here you are .
this is perfect ! What do you think ?
I think you look fantastic . Happy Birthday !
I ' m so lucky . You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon ! Thanks honey !
I am not feeling all the great . I think I have that crud that is going around .
I know that it ' s going around the dorms .
My boyfriend hasn ' t been feeling so well . Maybe he passed it on to me .
I have some cold tablets if you would like one .
Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup .
Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold .
My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold .
You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions .
If things don ' t get better in a few days , I will look for some other solutions .
Where are you ?
I am still in XYZ Company , this meeting took longer than I expected . Say to it that the office manager knows I won ' t be in to punch my card .
Ok .
But yesterday you said you would rent it .
I ' Ve changed my mind .
Why is that ?
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
Just a second ... Sorry , the line is engaged .
OK , I ' ll try later . Thanks anyway .
You ' re welcome .
ten fifteen a . m .
Can I get the ticket here ?
Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter .
Thank you .
Yes . I have ACRE ( National Computer Rank Examination ) certificate , Rank II .
How did you get it ?
I failed in my computer course once and I made up my mind to learn it well . Then I made painstaking preparation for 3 months and I finally got it .
It's a portable TV . It's a popular thing now .
Oh , that's new to me . So what's on everyday ?
News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
That would be terrible .
Sure thing . I have an experience like that .
Oh , how were you saved finally ?
I was in such a panic at that time . Fortunately another boat came along and I was saved from drowning .
I think so . Blue is still very fashionable at the moment .
This style came out last year , though . I like the dress , but I ' m not sure whether last year ' s fashions will be same this year .
I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years . People don ' t change fashions every year . It would be too expensive .
Yes . Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year , but only rich people can do it .
There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes .
I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ' t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy .
I know what you mean . The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children . The we ' ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes !
No . Why ?
There ' s a typhoon coming .
No way !
Yep , it should be here by tomorrow night .
My mother works in a company as an accountant .
Is she busy ?
Not always , she's rather busy at the end of the year .
There is one just around the corner .
The jacket is tight in the shoulders and long in the sleeve . What about the price there ?
The price is moderate , but their work is sometimes not satisfactory .
Is there a better tailor's around here ?
No , there is not , as far as I know .
Okay . Loser has to take out the trash for a month .
It's a deal .
See you in the court .
Yes . But he is meeting a client .
Oh , that's too bad . I just got a phone call saying that my wife is now in the hospital . She is going to deliver a baby . I must take the day off to go to the hospital . May I talk to him to ask for leave ?
I am afraid not , but I think I could convey your leave to him after the client goes .
Oh , that's very kind of you . Thank you very much . I've got to go .
My daughter . She is missing . I don ' t know where she is .
What dose she look like ?
She has blond hair and blue eyes .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
What's the trouble ?
The department manager is all over her . He says he loves her .
What about your friend ? Did she fall for him ?
Of course not ! She thinks he's an apple-head . She doesn't like an apple-headed man , you know .
Now you don't have the butterflies in your stomach , do you ?
Ha ! It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush .
Fair enough . Give it to me straight . Did she bully you into this ?
No , seriously . . . I really want this .
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
Yes . I would like a pair of black leather shoes in size 25 .
Please try these on .
The tip is rather narrow .
I will bring you a larger size .
Marry is not in right now , she went shopping with her mum .
Will it be too late if I call around ten this evening ?
That's all right . We don't go to bed early .
Table tennis .
Do you play table tennis ?
Not really , but I like watching .
Yes . I think so . It ' s not a very expensive apartment . It ' s in the right area and it has everything that we are looking for . The rooms are quite large too .
I love the balcony . We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer . We are on the 12th floor , so there ' s very nice view from the balcony .
The neighbourhood is nice too . There is a park nearby .
Yes , and there are many houses nearby . I like it that the neighbourhood isn ' t full of apartment blocks .
It ' s a pity we can ' t afford a house . A garden would be so nice .
Yes , it would . Don ' t worry . There ' s a lawn outside the building and there ' s the park nearby . This place will be fine .
The building is quite new and well constructed . I ' m happy with the fittings too .
Yes , everything has been well designed .
Take it easy . It ' s no good worrying . You were on your last leg if you keep worrying in this way .
Have you checked your connection settings ?
Yes , they're fine . I suppose . the server might be down again .
Yes , there have been a few problems recently . Why don't you call the IT department ?
It's about twelve hours .
Can you tell me what time we're arriving ?
Sure . Let me see ... at 6:15 a . m . local time tomorrow .
I see .
And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Taipei time .
Um ... It's wonderful to be here . Uh ... this place looks really cozy .
Thank you ! Your cheeks are as red as a tomato ! Are you shy ?
Maybe ...
Some of my grappa will cure your shyness .
Is that a kind of alcohol ?
It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it !
Great . My face will turn even redder !
I use several services . Of course , I deposit and withdraw money quite often . I often use my ATM card to take money out of my current account . I use my bank to exchange money from once currency to another . I often travel abroad , you see .
Do you ever ask you bank for traveller ' s cheques ? They are much safer than carrying lots of cash around .
I sometimes use traveller ' s cheques , but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash .
Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills ? I use direct debit .
Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines .
That ' s good idea . You don ' t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too .
Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ' s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others .
I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher .
I don ' t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ' s cheap and easy to use .
That ' s great . But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain .
Yes ?
Mr . Brown will have to call you back in a little while .
All right . But tell him I will only be here until four o'clock .
Hi , Daddy . It ' s me , Troy .
Hi , Troy . How ' s your trip going ?
It ' s nice . I arrived safely .
Are you all right ?
I ' m fine . Is everything fine in the family ?
Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ' t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ' s the weather there ?
The weather is gorgeous here .
That ' s good . Take good care of yourself .
I will . Thank you , Dad .
I love you , Troy .
I love you , too , Dad . Bye .
My roommate invited both of us to dinner .
Was it love at first sight ? Did you fall in love with her the first time you met her ?
Yes ! The first time I saw her I knew we would fall in love .
My dissertation . I put it somewhere last night and I can't find it now .
Did you finish typing it yesterday ?
Yes , I kept on typing it until midnight , but it is lost .
Don't worry about it . It must be somewhere in your room . Let's see where you put it . Have you searched your drawers and the desk ?
Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk .
How about the shelf ?
I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ?
Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go .
I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ?
Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ?
Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ?
You ' Ve put it among these journals .
My poor memory . Thank you very much .
How dreadful !
Look at the view from the window .
Oh , dear . That ' s terrible . Not at all what I expected .
It ' s awful , isn ' t it ?
I can ' t bear to look at it . I ' m rather disappointed .
It can ' t be helped .
First , as far as I know , your company has had an impressive growth record . Second , I want to get into the foreign trade business .
Now you are with Quandong Company . What is your chief responsibility there ?
I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are the chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
Don't worry , madam . Can you make a description of your baggage ?
One is a small-size Nike in red and the other is a big one in black . The two are tied together .
OK . We will make an announcement for you . Please leave your telephone number , we will call your as soon as we have your baggage .
Who is the author ?
Charles Dickens .
Sorry , we ' re sold out right now . Please come back next week .
Ok , Thanks .
There is some , but my country is not amongst the leading producers . The oil and coal deposits are in the north of my country . Your country is a big oil producer , isn ' t it ?
Yes , it is . My country is famous for having that natural resources . We also have a lot of natural gas .
We have some too . Do you have a lot of coal ?
No coal has been discovered in my country , but there may be undiscovered deposits . We don ' t have many metal deposits .
There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small .
When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams .
That ' s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers .
You have many trees in your country . That ' s another natural resources .
It ' s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests .
I see . That ' s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed .
Is your country ' s environment being damaged by the oil industry ?
We have some inspections , but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil . There has been some damage , but it is under control .
Yes , she does . She works at home .
Oh , I understand . She cooks , cleans and takes care of children . Is that right ?
Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
I hope you can help me . I've been told about something called ' Financing Link ' ?
Yes , that is our Personal Wealth Management Service .
Could you tell me more ?
Of course . Financing Link is a value-added service , and can be tailored to suit your requirements .
So , I can choose exactly what services I require ? That's brilliant . Can I use the card if I'm overseas to withdraw my daily expenses ?
Certainly . We can arrange the structure to suit whatever you require . That's why this service is so popular ; it's suitable for everyone because we make it that way .
This is just what I've been looking for . Sign me up right away , please .
You called yesterday to tell me that our funds under the L / C had arrived ? It's Ming Cha Legal Services .
Oh , yes . I remember . You must be Mr Xie . It's nice to put a face to a voice .
Yes , it sure is . The L / C number is JD185649000023 .
JD185649000023 ? Yes , found it . 175,000 Euros , is that correct ? JD185649000023 ?
Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ?
Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now .
That's fine , thanks .
I heard the radio announcer say it was 18 degrees below zero .
It was so cold this morning . I could hardly start my car .
My car didn't want to start either at first .
Don't you have a garage ?
Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot .
How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero .
I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero .
Does it ever get that cold on here ?
Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below .
Speaking of cold , how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up .
Yes , we'd have your regular dinner . What courses are there , please ?
The courses for our regular dinner are , appetizer , soup , beef steak , dessert and coffee .
All right , we'll have it .
What kind of dessert do you want ?
Do you have some chocolate cakes ?
Yes , we have .
OK , we will choose it .
Wait for a moment , I'll come back soon .
And what did you decide ?
I decided that you're right .
I'm glad you saw the reason .
That's fate .
I feel sorry for her .
Maybe this is God's will .
Well , I'd like some legal advice . Jane and I are thinking of incorporating . So Want to find out what sort of legal procedure one follows in forming a corporation .
You begin by applying for a corporate charter . And then stockholders hold a meeting to organize the corporation , an individual has limited liability and the right .
I know . I have an idea that we get together to discuss this next week .
OK .
I will give a call .
It ' s easy , grandpa . Insert you card into the machine here . Then wait a moment . OK . Now you enter your PIN . It should have four numbers .
Oh yes . I ' Ve got it written down here . Just a minute .
You really shouldn ' t write it down . You should memorise it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
OK , I ' Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the key , right ?
That ' s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren ' t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
That's more like it .
Tell me about it .
They might actually win the game .
Well , it's better than ' Friendship first , competition second ' .
Why ? In my opinion , it doesn't matter whether you won or not . The most important thing is participation .
I still think nobody plays for nothing .
You did ? that is great !
Yeah , I am having a party this saturday night , a sort of house warming , and i want to invite you . are you busy ?
No i am free , i will be there , what time the thing starting ?
Around seven .
Ok , great , should i bring anything ?
No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ?
sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ?
Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about six thirty .
Got it .
Yes , Jason , right ? Nice to meet you . Welcome to Taiwan .
Thanks , good to meet you , too .
You had a long flight , you must be tired .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
Yes , one last thing . How much holiday time do you give your employees every year ?
Our employees receive 15 days of paid vacation every year . If you don't use the full 15 days , they carry over to the following year .
How about sick days ?
You get 5 paid sick days .
Any other benefits ?
Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well .
Great . Thanks so much for your time .
We'll contact you soon , Tom . Thanks for coming in .
Thank you so much . I have been expecting to come to China .
I am very glad that you say so . We have prepared a typical Chinese dinner this evening .
Oh , you needn't do that .
My pleasure .
No , are there any vacant beds for us ?
Of course . How do you like your room ?
Just an ordinary one , six people living in a room .
OK , how long are you staying ?
3 days .
I think so ; hurry up and get off .
Where are we ?
I don't know .
You said this was the right stop .
I think I was wrong .
Did we get off the bus too early ?
I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did .
Why did you tell me to get off ?
I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop .
I really don't feel like walking .
We could always wait for the next bus to come .
Why ?
I am a grown-up , and I can stand on my own two feet .
It is all up to you .
Of course .
It's our first time to be here , so would you please arrange a schedule for us ?
With pleasure . I think we should go to the palace first .
When was the palace built ?
Where have you been ?
My car broke down .
That's too bad . Please try to fix it so that it doesn't happen again .
Yes , I'll work on it .
Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project
Great ! Fill me in .
Let's take a look at the Campbell Project .
I don't understand the projected revenues .
Let's take another look at it for those of you who don't understand .
What is it ? It's eight in the morning .
We're all going to church . Do you want to come ?
No . I'm not a religious person .
Are you sure ?
Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night .
Okay , then . We'll be back around noon .
Alright .
Sure . You see all these little drawers here and all the way around the walls ?
Yes .
These drawers contain cards describing every book in our library . Together they constitute the library's " card catalog " . You can see that each drawer runs from one part of the alphabet to another . Fox example , this drawer goes from SCA to SCM .
So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society , I'd just look under ' A ' .
No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth .
What if I don't know the title of the book ?
Well , you can look under the author's name .
Could you give me an example ?
Suppose you want to find a book by your professor , William Smith . You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM . Since that's very common name , you may have to go through several ' William Smith ' until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in .
Tina , you should have more nutritious food . Don't eat these crisps any more .
But the ads say they're most nutritious .
Have you ever heard the ads say anything bad about their products ?
But many roads are very narrow .
Not always , and there're also few cars !
Yes , because of fewer people .
There are such shops living on selling parts . I don ' t like their service either . All they want is your money . But in the long run , they will be losing costumers . Anyway , car service business is new in China . We all have to control what they are doing . Otherwise , they will not improve .
Is it possible to make a compliant call to some organization what it ' s someone gets rip-off .
Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help .
Here you are .
Thank you . Would you like a window or an aisle seat ?
An aisle seat , please .
Just about . It should be done in the next couple of days . Why ?
Mr . Rodriguez was asking me about it yesterday .
I ' ll give him a call .
What do you need ?
I can't seem to find my class .
What building is it in ?
It's in the C building .
Oh , I know exactly where that is .
Do you think you can tell me where it is ?
Sure , what room number is it ?
It's room number 261 .
I have a class around there right now .
Could you show me where it is ?
No problem , come on .
Perfect ! Couldn't be better .
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I want .
No regrets .
I am really pleased with it .
I am glad you are happy .
It's super .
yes . I needed a large one . Before , I had a separate refrigerator and freezer , but this has both combined into one .
That ' s usual nowadays . You ' Ve added a few shelves too .
yes . You know I ' Ve been cooking more kind of food recently and I needed some extra space for spices and ingredients .
Did you buy new cupboards too ?
no , I didn ' t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added .
I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils .
yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ' m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over .
No , thank you . I don't like soup . I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with .
Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have fish or meat ?
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
Give me a little while longer .
How much time do you need ?
There you go . How do you like it ?
I think it looks gorgeous .
You think it looks nice ?
I honestly think it looks great .
Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job .
How much is it for my hair ?
Just give me $ 55 .
Thanks for doing such a good job .
No problem , girl friend . I'll see you next time .
Yes . speaking . Is there anything I can do for you ?
I am calling to tell you the items you are supposed to bring for the interview the day after tomorrow .
What do I need to take with me ?
You'd better bring the diploma , identification card and several copies of your resume .
I would like to have my room cleaned . Would you please send a maid here right now ?
OK . Someone will be there right away .
Thank you .
Yeah , who ' s calling ?
It ' s Alex ... Have I got some great news ! We got the Baker account . It ' s all ours !
Fantastic ! I can ' t believe it ! That ' s the biggest account we ' Ve gotten so far !
Thank you for that , and in return , here's your receipt .
And thanks to you .
I hope you'll visit us again , sir .
I'd be willing to try this hotel again , if you can promise me no more cockroaches .
I guarantee you that our little " friends " won't be back . I hope your trip home is pleasant .
That ' s the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter , I think .
I see . What is that ratio exactly ?
It ' s approximately 3 . 14 , but the number continues forever . What ' s the diameter of your circle ?
It ' s 10 centimeters , so the circumference should be 31 . 4 centimeters .
Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ' s the exchange rate at the moment ?
According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1 . 85 dollars to the pound .
That means that 10 . 000 pounds will buy me 18 . 500 dollars .
What ' s the next question .
Fractions . What ' s a quarter and an eighth ? That ' s three-eights . Easy . The next question is " what are prime numbers ? " .
I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together .
So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ' t because 2 * 2 = 4 .
Exactly . Anything else ?
How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether .
You ' ll be a mathematician one day .
We offer many different sea water treatments .
How many can we choose ?
The aquamedic pool is included . You can choose three .
We'll do the seaweed wrap , the jet bath , and the foot massage .
OK . Here are your robes . You can go shower first .
Yes , I can help you with that . Pick up the receiver and hit one of the buttons . Do you hear a tone ?
No , I don't hear anything .
Next you dial 9 on the keypad . You should hear the tone change . Did you hear it change ?
I'm not sure .
OK . Well , after you get the line to change you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call a client .
To call a number on the outside you now just dial the number . For inside calls , punch in the extension number . Has someone given you an extension list ?
No , I don't know anyone's extension .
All of the extensions are listed on the wall chart over there if you ever need help .
Certainly . Come to my office at ten ten . Be prompt , please . I've another appointment at 11 .
Don't worry . I'll be there right on time .
No , not usually . Most people are married in a church , and then the wedding party and guests go to another place for the reception . Sometimes , however , they hold the reception in a big room in the church .
Where do they go ?
Either they go to a public place such as a hotel , a restaurant , or a club , or to the home of the brid
They go to the home of the bride ?
Why do you ask ?
The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite .
Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home .
That's very expensive for the family of the bride .
Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding .
Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ?
Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married .
Maybe I'll be the one .
Not at all .
Thank you . That's very kind of you .
You're welcome .
Are you nuts ? It's the President of the United States in lingerie !
Exactly ! With the war in Iraq , they'll sell like crazy around the world .
What's next ? Tony Blair in high heels ?
Sure . I'd rather show Bean in a garter belt , but all in good time .
Inspiration can come in the strangest ways ...
Well , I can't give you a better warranty , if you would be willing to agree to an annual contract .
That might not be ideal because there would be some drawbacks to an annual contract situation that might make it difficult to sell to our buyers . What about free delivery ? If we make a large enough order , could you waive the deliver fee ?
Yes , our delivery fee could be waived , if you make an order of 50 units or more . We would have to insist on the annual contract , however . I understand it's not the most convenient for you . Perhaps we could shorten it to a sixth month contract if you are willing to take a lower rebate .
That would be fine . We could accept a lower rebate .
I'm from Germany .
So you speak German , don't you ?
Yeah , but I can speak English , too .
Oh , I see . What other languages can you speak ?
A little French .
Good .
No , thanks . I have got to work overtime .
But today is Friday . You are not going to work overtime on Friday evening , are you ?
Well , I am . I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting . Is Tom coming to pick you up ?
No . We ' ll meet at my house . He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa .
That's nice . Where is his villa ?
It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself .
Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy .
Come on . You just haven ' t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life .
I know , but I am a work maniac .
Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now .
Have a nice weekend .
You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back .
Did she mention anything else ?
No , nothing else . See you Monday .
See you .
Yes . The two sides declared a short ceasefire but it broke down earlier today . Several military target were destroyed by bombing . Many civilians were among the dead and wounded .
How did this war start ?
Bout side claim a small area of territory . Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other .
Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent . Neither side wants to compromise .
Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down .
What do you think will happen ?
Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate .
It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first .
Hi , Navy . Come in please . I'm just putting away on my books .
So , you are leaving , aren't you ?
yes , I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ?
All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
Oh . It's nothing Navy .
What's changed ?
My wife has been pregnant for 7 months .
I see . I guess diapers and baby food are expensive . Bringing up children is not easy .
My wife will be going back to work soon .
You should have more money then .
Yes . We will need milk powder and bassinet .
That cat .
I was not born yesterday . It must be either you or Adam .
It ' s me , mum , I am sorry .
Good evening , Mr . Smith , What can I do for you ?
I'm going to Shanghai early tomorrow morning . So I would like to request an early morning call .
Yes , Mr . Smith , when would you like us to call you tomorrow morning ?
I have to be at the conference room of the Garden Hotel in Shanghai by 10 o'clock . I think it will take me three hours to get there . It means that I'll have to be on the road before 7 o'clock at the latest .
That's right .
Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 .
OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep .
Good night .
What about that one ?
Well , it's too close to the door . Is that table reserved ?
No , sir . You can sit where you like .
Hi Jack , I'm working on these documents . The manager wants them for half an hour .
Well , Rose ,
Is there something you need ?
Are your free this weekend ?
Yes , I have nothing to do .
Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ?
I beg your pardon ?
I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat .
Really ? well , ok , you're welcome .
Is 5 PM . a good time for you ?
Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner .
Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine .
OK . Then I'll be expecting you .
I'll be there on time .
I partly agree with you . Buying stocks is not difficult , but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult . Even professionals don ' t find it easy , so be careful . Anyway , people like us need help with investing . Why not do some online research ? There are data , reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest . In addition , you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts .
Wow , you sound very professional .
I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner .
Does your boss pay you for the over-time work ?
No . But he provides free meals and sometimes gives us some small gifts . Many of us get very tired of this , and we'd rather have weekends than stay in the office .
He should know that this is against the Labor Law in our country . Legally , employees should get double pay if asked to do extra work during the weekend or on holidays .
We all know about that , but we have no choice . The chairman of the trade union says he is going to negotiate with the management .
I suggest that you go to the lawyers ' office to get some help .
That's a good idea . I think we will soon come to a solution to the problem .
Yes , would you keep our bags until 6pm .
Are you all our guests ?
Yes we checked on just now .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right .
So you're leaving this evening , we ' ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag .
Thanks a lot .
What would you like to have ?
Well , I quit breakfast , so I had a rich brunch . I feel like having something mild for dinner
In that case , what about having some noodles ?
Noodles are fine . Or maybe I'll have some porridge .
All right . I'll cook for you .
Thanks ! We love it .
Well , you guys worked hard for it . It's really beautiful .
I'm just not looking forward to cleaning it !
Yes , I did .
It was a good game , wasn't it ?
Oh , I didn't watch the football match . I wanted to but my wife preferred to see the old film .
What a pity . It was quite exciting . Both teams played very well .
How did it finish ?
It finished in a draw . What was the film like ?
It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first .
Did your wife enjoy it ?
No , she didn't . After half an hour she stopped watching and started to read a book .
No , please feel free .
Thanks a lot .
Do you work in Shanghai ?
Yes I do . How about you ?
No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here .
You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ?
Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure !
Uh huh ...
Yes , of course I can , Penny . Is there any water in this kettle ?
Yes , there is .
Where ' s the tea ?
It ' s over there , behind the teapot . Can't you see it ?
I can see the teapot , but I can ' t see the tea .
There it is ! It ' s in front of you .
Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ?
There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ?
Yes . Here they are .
Hurry up , Sam . The kettle ' s boiling .
How could I help but follow it ? The fluctuation of dollar is killing my company ! The exchange rates are eating into our profits , and we can't do anything about it .
It's really frustrating , isn't it ? I have the same problem . I would feel a lot better if the currency was a little more stable . With the way the dollar plummeting lately , my securities have gone up in smoke .
Every day I have less money ! I haven't spent anything , it is just melting away because of the shifts in exchange rate .
What we really should be making investment in is the Euro . I've followed the Euro's progress over the last quarter , I think it's about time to buy in .
What about the Yen ?
Are you kidding ? The Yen is in worse shape than the Dollar !
Bucharest , Romania .
May I have your passport and form I - 94 , please ?
Here you are .
What's the nature of your visit ? Business or pleasure ?
Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives .
How long are you going to stay in the United States ?
Three weeks .
What is your occupation ?
I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company .
Do you have a return ticket ?
Yes , here it is .
That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip .
Thank you .
Do you have an appointment , Mr . Liu ?
No , I am afraid not . I just arrive in town today .
Mr . Thomas is quite busy , I ' m afraid he won ' t be able to see you today .
Would you please ask when he will be free ?
Have a seat please while I call .
For the past 3 years , I have been working in China East Airlines Corporation Limited . I'm very tolerant of people and have been told that this is one of my strengths . I feel I have a lot to offer as a team member .
Why are you interested in this occupation ?
It's always been my dream to be a stewardess . And I like travelling to different places .
What do you think is the chief characteristic for a stewardess ?
Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely .
Do you get angry easily ?
No , I know how to control my temper .
If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ?
I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time .
If you are hired , when can you start work ?
I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now .
What are your salary expectations ?
I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works .
That's all tight , Mr . Smith . That ' s my job . I'm very glad he recovered so soon .
I know he has brought great trouble to you . A million thanks .
No trouble at all . He's very cute and brave . By the way , do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks .
I will . It's most thoughtful of you .
Well , in the feudal society , emperors had supreme power , so his residence was certainly a forbidden palace .
His residence ? You mean the whole palace ?
Yes . The Forbidden City is divided into two parts . The southern section , or the Outer Court was for the emperor to exercise his power over the nation , and the northern part , or the Inner Court was for his royal family .
Oh , unbelievable . This was too luxurious .
Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor .
OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic .
Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living .
I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ?
Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power .
Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ?
Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family .
Just like the pattern dragon , right ?
Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen .
Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here .
Sure , this will be a really good picture .
Sounds like a good idea . I love to play on the jungle gym .
Me too . I love to play on the swing as well . Swing is my favorite .
That's great . Then we won't fight over taking the same ride .
Look at the flowers over there . What are they ?
They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ?
They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park .
I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond .
If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn .
It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover .
Well , off we go . I am sure we can have a great time .
I think there is an accident ahead .
We are now running late .
I know . Why don't we take a different route ?
Let me check and look at the map . Yes , there is an exit three quarters of a mile ahead . We ' ll exit Market Street , head west , then get on the Pennsylvania Freeway .
Ok , let's do that , even though we may have to take a longer way .
I hear that his father died .
Yeah . He ' s been having an easy time since he was a boy , and now he doesn ' t know how to face the music .
He is out of luck .
I'm sick of it , too .
The door bell doesn't work , the sink is leaking
There's no hot water , and the building is falling apart !
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we wouldn't put up with it !
Have you got any identification ( ID ) with you ?
Yes . Here is my passport .
What currency will you have ?
US dollars , please .
All right , and how will you have it ?
500 in twenty dollar bills and the rest in a dollar bills .
Here you are .
Please count .
I ' m sorry , Jeff . Please don ' t interrupt me right now . I ' m in the middle of a conversation .
Oh , I ' m sorry , Ms . Montgomery . I ' ll come back later .
That ' s all right . I ' ll be finished in a little while .
My name is Zhuang Lingy . How are you , Miss Kelly ?
I'm glad to meet you , Mr . Zhuang . Sit down , please .
Thank you . Miss Kelly .
What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist ?
I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute .
Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ?
Yes , I would . ( After testing )
Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ?
Yes , I'd like to give it a try .
All right . You need to have an interview with our manager , Mr . McBride . Let ' s go to his office .
Okay . But what is a tailgate party ?
Someone brings a truck to the game and we have a barbecue right there in the parking lot out of the back of the truck !
How fun ! Can I bring something ?
Don't worry about it ! Just come at five .
I make a mean potato salad !
Well , if you insist , you are welcome to bring a potato salad !
Then I'll see you in the parking lot at five ! Thank you !
Here you are . Which size do you wear ?
Medium . May I try it on ?
Of course . You look terrific in it !
$ 200 , please .
Can I pay by check ?
I'm afraid you can't , ma'am . We accept only traveler's checks and credit cards .
OK . How about this card then ?
We can take it . Just a moment ... Please sign here .
Certainly . Here ' s an application form . Do you have proof of residence ?
What sort of proof do you need ?
A driver ' s license or something showing that you live in this city .
I ' m a student from out of state , so I don ' t have a local driver ' s license .
Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ?
The phone bill ' s in my name .
That ' ll do . Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ' ll issue you a temporary library card right away .
How long will it take to get the regular one ?
It ' ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
But you just got here . Can ' t you stay a little longer and have some tea ?
That ' s very kind of you . But if I don ' t go now I ' ll miss the last bus .
That ' s too bad .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
Dan is on top of that . I think they are also getting the handyman to fix the bathroom toilet that keeps clogging up .
That would be convenient . They might as well ask him to fix the electrical wiring . The circuit breakers keep going out all the time . It ' s really annoying !
Yeah you are right . This office is falling apart ! Frank told me the other day that the gutters outside were clogged and that ' s why the parking lot was flooded .
I know ! I was in ankle deep water trying to get to my car that day ! The handyman definitely has his work cut out for him .
We only have spring rolls today for take-out .
Then could I have four orders , please ?
Of course , ma'am .
Will it take long ?
Not long . They'll be ready in a few minutes .
I hope so , do you have a shopping skirts ? something i could wear working in a ban ?
Sure , here you are .
It is nice , may i try it on ?
Yes , the fitting room is over there , it looks fantastic on you , this style color in sizes natural here and figure , perfectly .
Does this fashion really fit my figure ?
I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style .
Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body .
Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now .
I thought you recognize she from there .
Oh , you like the rolling machine .
Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue .
No problem , is this blue ok ?
Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ?
Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two .
That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ?
The total is 90 dollars including tax .
Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ?
Yes , we do , debit or credit ?
Debit card .
Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ?
No , thanks .
Have a good day .
Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime .
Great , take care .
Thanks , byebye .
I see . What is your baggage ? And do you remember the tag's number or color ?
It's a suitcase . Its colour is blue .
Could you give me a description of your case ?
It's like this , it's square with a leather cover .
I'll check it for you . I've found it . Is this yours ?
Yes , it is the right one
Will you show me your key card , please ?
Here it is .
All right . Now you can take your case away
I only started looking for a job a few days ago .
have you finished compiling your resume ?
yes , I was precise with every word in my resume ?
that's good . Don't forget to design the format . An attractive format is as important as the content .
absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read .
good . How about your cover letter ?
a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ?
no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of
sounds reasonable . Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention .
yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview .
got it . I'll start right now .
Sure . I'll be there as soon as I finish this document .
No . Come here right now .
OK .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
Hum , me too . This winter holiday was especially long . What have you done ?
Nothing special . I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school , visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for . How about yours ?
You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself .
Yes , we have . The city is famous for its beautiful evening scenery .
I have heard of that before . When shall we start ?
It starts at 7:00 and lasts 3 hours .
No , nobody .
You don ' t mind if I smoke , do you ?
Well , to be frank , yes , I do .
Oh , I ' m sorry . But this isn ' t a no-smoker , is it ? I mean would you mind if I smoke here ?
Actually it is . Perhaps you haven ' t noticed the sign .
Sign ? What ' s sign ?
There , on the window .
Oh , sorry . I didn ' t notice it . Sorry .
That ' s all right .
Fill out this form with whatever you need . What do you need the most ?
I need many things .
I can get a few of them right away , but might have to order some .
I can wait a few days for these items .
Make sure that you have money allocated for these supplies . How much do you have for office supplies ?
I don't think we have very much money for supplies , but we have a little .
Would you like them delivered to you or can you come get them here ?
I am not sure yet .
When you finish completing the request form , we will order and let you know when the supplies are here . Have a great day !
Good-bye !
Morning , Mike .
I ' m sorry that I was absent yesterday .
I ' Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ?
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
It is a large-scale business , which has more than two thousand staff .
How many subsidiaries do you have ?
There are over 20 subsidiaries around the world .
Hackneyed theme !
What ? How much do you know Hollywood ?
Nearly everything .
You are full of boasts . I can examine you by question and answer . What is Hollywood ? Where is it ? What is the function of it ?
Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world . It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often .
Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s
Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it .
Mm . What came after that ?
After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals .
Pretty good . Please continue .
Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . .
The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers .
Come on .
Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have .
Any more ?
Of course , no list of film would be complete without animated movies . These are especially popular among children .
Excited ? What's there to be excited about ? It's just another company dinner , right ?
You have no idea ! There's a banquet with prizes , performances ... you name it !
Really ? What kind of prizes ?
Well , I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car !
A new car ! You're kidding !
No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear !
Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ?
Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too !
Gee , I don't think I own any red underwear , but I can buy some !
He's very strict with us .
And I hear he gives very good lectures .
Indeed . He's strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared .
Where else haven't I been to yet ?
Not many but these ones . They are the Folk Antique Handicrafts and Collectibles Exhibition Halls !
Sounds great ! How many kinds of folk collections they have ?
Well , there're actually over 200 kinds of folk collections in this city , that's half the collections of antique objects in China . There's one exhibition hall for multiple collection , and several individual display rooms for private collections .
Private collectors ! Oh , they must have excellent collections . I'll go and see each of them . What kinds of collections can I see ? Come on , David , don't keep me in suspense !
No hurry ! I'll tell you now . The collections include ancient cases and caskets , tea sets , abacuses , precious sea shells and conches , jars and water abacuses for study use , drama costumes , agates , ancient coins , butterflies , fans , mini musical instruments , root-carving , rare stones and rocks , model ships , model cars .
Enough , David ! I can't wait anymore . Let's go right now !
Okey , Okey . We'll start from the Folk Collection Exhibition House , a multi-folk collection exhibition hall , where the best of local antique objects are on constant display . The hall itself used to be the site of a local club in the late King Dynasty , a well preserved piece of antique architecture itself . Academic research seminars and exchanges between domestic and international experts are often organized there .
Very interesting . That's really a place I must go and see . And then ?
If you have interest in butterflies , you must go to the Butterfly Exhibition . Mr . Chen , owner of the private museum , has a large collection of specimen of over 1 000 species of butterflies from more than 20 countries for public display . Quite a lot of them are state-level treasures .
Mr . Chen himself has become an authority in this area , and master of butterfly sample making , I should say .
Sure , what I can do for you ?
I'm try to write a letter to one of our clients , But I just don't know exactly what to say , I don't even know how to get started , I know I should write dear Mr . Mrs . or Ms . , but the problem is I don't know the name of contact person .
You can just put Dear Sir or Madam , officialese not personal , you can write to whom may concerned .
OK , So I first thanks them for their business , I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support , How is that ?
Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference .
Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount
Right , do you need them to respond ?
Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ?
You can tell them " Please finding the enclosed customer service survey , else also , you can say Attach a customer survey . If you need resource it right away , you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible . Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience .
I haven't gone to get it yet .
Why haven't you got it ?
I don't know where to go to get one .
I know where to get them from .
Where do I get it ?
They sell them at the business office on campus .
I had no idea .
I'm sure you didn't .
Thank you .
Don't mention it .
I'll buy it later on today .
A cup of coffee and an apple pie . How about you ?
I don't want coffee . I'd like some orange juice .
Why don't you drink coffee ?
I don't like coffee in this cafe .
It does taste weird .
Most people think so .
Don't tell me you got the dreaded Bush virus . I've heard that that bug is threatening to infect the world .
Yes , that's exactly the bug I got . Though , I do kind of like the pictures .
Those clothes do suit him better .
Wait a second-are these pictures copyrighted ?
Probably not . It's off the Internet . What difference does it make ?
Great . That will give me time to talk with my staff before I make final decision .
That ' s what I was thinking . I ' ll have them there by Thursday .
Good news . Thanks for getting things done so quickly .
Hello , I'd like to speak to Mike please .
Hold on please .
Hello , I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now . He's in a meeting . Can I take a message ?
Yes , can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can ? My name's Mary , and I'm calling from Happy Travel . My number is 123 456 789 .
Sorry , could you repeat that please ?
Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ?
Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can .
Great . Thanks .
Anything else ?
No , that's it . Thanks . Bye .
Bye .
Airmail or surface mail ?
How long would surface mail take , compared with airmail ?
Oh , anything up to 3 or 4 months for surface mail . It depends on the sailing of the ships . Airmail would only take 1 to 2 weeks .
How much would this parcel cost me by airmail ?
Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 .
Thanks . That'll be OK .
I go to the personnel market every day , and put a lot of energy into it .
Why don't you think about applying for a job on the Internet ?
On the Internet ? I have never tried that way .
Well , it's very convenient and very popular now .
So how to apply for a job on the Internet ?
Just get online and send your application through email to the employer .
But how can I know which employer is hiring ?
You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website .
Will the employers see my information ?
Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you .
Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ?
If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe .
I will give it a try at once .
Tom , You're back , come in please . How are you ?
Fine , only a little tired .
You'll recover after a good night's sleep .
Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence .
That's all right . Would you have a cup of coffee ?
Yes , Please . It ' s very kind of you .
Don't mention it .
The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well . You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me .
It's my pleasure .
I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them .
Thank you . Thank you for the trouble you've taken .
Not at all .
Yes . I love it , too .
Who was the director ?
I'm not sure , but I think it must be directed by Zhang You . That's typical of him .
Yes .
What's your name ?
Jenny Madison .
What ' s your nationality ?
Nigerian .
What is your date of birth ?
15th of April , 1969 .
And your occupation ?
I am a painter .
What's your passport No . ?
7834623464 3367 .
Where do you live in China ?
In the Golden Mountain Hotel in Beijing .
You are suspected of smuggling . Do you understand your rights ?
Yes .
Ok , sign here .
Sorry , darling , I forgot .
When will you buy it then ?
I promise you'll have it tomorrow .
Morning , Michael . I ' Ve been very busy lately . One of our other vendors is going out of business and I ' Ve been searching for a suitable replacement .
Well , rest assured that you can count on us to be here for the long run , please sit down . Coffee ?
No , thanks . I ' Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine .
Haha , I could never do that . I ' d be a zombie if I didn ' t have my morning coffee fix . Let ' s get down to business then .
Yes . I ' Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market .
That ' s great ! I ' m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ?
No , we ' re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal .
Surely . Let ' s get started by drafting a new contract .
Yes . What can I do for you ?
I'm new here and I can ' t seem to find the lunch room .
Oh , it ' s right downstairs . I'm going there myself . Just follow me .
Does he do that with his Dad ? I mean , does he complain things to his father ?
He never does , and in fact , he seldom communicates with him .
But didn ' t you say that his Dad takes him under his wings ?
Yes , I did . He only takes side with him . He seldom asks what Dick is doing .
Oh , my God . It ' s beautiful . But it looks expensive .
It is very expensive . Tom ' s father paid for it .
I want to have a car like that . But I am not rich . And I don ' t have a rich daddy .
They are By new models now , they are not very expensive . Maybe you should look for one .
Oh , through a lot of hard work , of course .
I suppose that in a foreign country it was difficult at first , wasn't it ?
Surely it was , especially when you only knew few people and little English .
You mean you didn ' t know much English then ?
Right . I only knew a few English sentences .
That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ?
First , I worked as a servant .
Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience .
I'd like to , but I must run to a meeting .
On the fourth Thursday of November .
What do you eat on that day ?
People cook turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner .
Anything else ?
Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables .
I'm almost hungry .
Yes , I'm here . What details do you need from me ?
Did you check with reception at your hotel ?
Yes , I did . But nobody has handed it in as yet .
OK , that's fine , Sir . We just need to ask you some questions for security purposes .
Please , go right ahead .
Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ?
I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are .
That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ?
It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose !
That's completely natural . Most of our customers do the same thing . Could you just hold for a moment please ? Thank you .
I like it . It's a beautiful country .
What part of the visit excited you most ?
The best island of Korea-Jizhou island .
Why ?
Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming .
Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible .
What do you mean ?
Sometimes the traffic is too busy .
Yes , you are right .
Because that company's behavior is not in accordance with international law .
The lecturer is dull , too .
I feel he's like a talking machine .
I feel the same way .
Er ... Hum ... Got it .
Then open that window . Yeah , that one .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
Yes , I am .
Will this be your first year ?
No , I transferred here .
What school did you come from ?
I transferred from PCC .
Why ' d you transfer here ?
I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ' t good enough .
Is PCC a good school ?
PCC is great !
I hope you enjoy it here .
Thank you very much .
It's interesting , I like being an editor .
Why ?
I like talking to writers , I get to meet a lot of interesting people .
I'm happy to hear that , but publishing is more than just talking to writers . it involves a lot of work , patience and responsibility . Most of the work is boring .
I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry .
Do you have any complaints ?
No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ?
Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well .
That's perfect . I will definitely do well .
Yes ?
Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ?
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
Yes , I do . I ' ll walk you there .
Thanks .
Are you applying to study or work abroad ?
I want to study abroad .
What do you want to study ?
I hope to study English Literature .
Have you got your visa yet ?
Not yet . I have an interview with a visa official today .
I see . Is it your first interview ?
No , I ' Ve already been here for 3 interviews .
One of the reasons for our good quality products is because of our quality inspection system , which is the best of its kind .
But a quality inspection system does not mean that each unit will always be up to the standard .
We have trained analyzers to do quality analysis at the end of each part when we make the product . This means that no mistakes are made .
Your salesman also told me that each worker is trained to do quality analysis . Can you tell me a little about that ?
Certainly . We provide quality analysis training as part of the training for all new workers , plus a week of further training every year .
Yes , I would be happy to answer a question about payment . What do you need help with ?
I can ' t figure out why my paycheck this week is smaller than last week ' s .
Did you generate any income during that time period ?
I made a little bit of money , but not much .
Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ?
I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form .
When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check .
That being the case , I don ' t think that I am going to show the income next time .
Don ' t do it ! If you get caught making false statements , you can have your claim closed .
Oh , that hurts .
I think it's bleeding .
Why ?
Her father is dying .
Oh , that ' s very sad .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
I trust you ' re keeping well ?
I ' m doing great , thank you .
So we can get down to business .
Well , thank you .
What do you recommend ? What can I do to lose weight ?
Well , I exercise a lot . I go running at least three times a week . But more than that I enjoy playing sports and so different sports use different muscles and all of it helps to lose that weight that you might have gained .
Yeah , well , actually , one of the problems is that I actually exercise a lot .
Do ya ?
Yeah , so maybe it's my diet .
It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars .
That's pretty tough !
I sure did .
Did you see everything ?
I was in the bank at the time .
What exactly did you see ?
I saw the guy come in with a gun .
Did you get a good look at his face ?
He was wearing a mask .
Was anyone else with him ?
He came in alone .
Could you come to the station for more questioning ?
That'll be fine .
Yes , are you Mr James ?
Yes , I am . Are you Miss Li from the travel agency ?
That's right .
Do you mind telling me your name ?
Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ?
Yes , it is . I usually travel light .
Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ?
Sure , and I'm glad to meet you . Thanks for your help .
Perfect . Couldn ' t be better !
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I wanted .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
When do you plan to travel ?
I ' d like to pack my bags and leave tonight .
Are you aware that without two weeks advance notice prices will be very high ?
Yes I know , but I just got the chance to leave and so I am going to take it no matter what .
I understand . So that ' s one ticket to New York , and you ' ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ?
I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket .
When would you like to return ?
My return date will be the 14th .
OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy !
OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6
Will there be any layovers ?
No , all flights are direct .
Perfect ! I ' m afraid to ask , but how much is it ?
$ 800 dollars .
True . With the extension of railways and highways , and the improvement of safety and capacity of airplanes , ships and boats have been giving place to trains , planes and automobiles .
I read in the newspapers that the passenger liners from Shanghai to Ningpo and Dalian have been out of business ; and the liners up and down the Yangtze River have been reduced by 70 % .
The pace of life of people is now getting faster and faster , so the speed of ships and boats seems to be so slow . I think it may be the reason why people don't like to travel by boat .
But the most of the transoceanic cargo transportation is still carried by boat .
good morning , Nathaniel . This is Leah calling from the International Student Office .
good morning .
the reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week .
oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
is there someone else I can talk to ?
she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
that will be fine .
ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 . See you then .
Perfect . Couldn't be better !
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I wanted .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
I have no idea .
I don't care .
I tried . You were preoccupied .
I got carried away . I made such a fool of myself . They were both laughing at me !
You got drunk , and you were hilarious . Lighten up .
That guy was definitely a Don .
So now you can say you had a mafia experience . Ha-ha .
Yeah . If I leave Little Italy alive ...
Are you kidding ? Don had fun scaring you . He'd probably buy you dinner if we go back .
yes , I heard it's supposed to come out in June . Are you thinking about getting one ?
I'd like to . It's a cell phone , camera , PAD and mp3 player all in one .
if I had enough money , I'd buy one , but I don't even have enough to buy one of their shuffle spods .
how big is a shuffle iPod ?
the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first .
how many gigs of music can it hold ?
I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember .
how much do they cost ?
not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars .
you're right , that's not bad at all .
do you have an iPod ?
I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one .
why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ?
that's one of the problems with having an iPod . Though an iPod might have an above average battery life , once the battery is dead , so is your iPod .
Please , where do I catch the plane for New York ?
First you must check in at Counter No . 4 .
That one there ?
That's right . Then you will follow the signs to Gate 85 .
Thank you . You ' Ve been very helpful .
Yes , why ?
Well , I came to know a girl three weeks ago . We have so much in common .
So ?
So I think I may fall in love with her .
That sounds great . But how do you know that's a crush or a real love ?
Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in real love ?
That's a big question . Well , if you're in love , maybe you will take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all .
That's what I do .
And you think about her all the time ?
Yes .
And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid . For instance , you used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning then you begin to like jogging .
That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs .
Oh , congratulations . Sounds like you've found your soul mate .
Thanks , but I know falling in love is one thing while staying in love is another .
Yes , that's right . If you find this person becomes more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love .
Yeah , falling in love is so good .
I'd be glad to . He's really cute .
What can you expect ? Not that good .
What are you going to do then ?
Just let it go .
How are your work now ?
Not bad , just let it go .
No , it ' s my sister .
How old is she ?
She ' s 18 .
She is tall ?
Yes , she is .
And she is thin , isn ' t she ?
Well , just a little thin .
That's the new teacher .
What do you think of the teacher ?
She's very nice .
What does she teach ?
English , of course .
Is she your teacher ?
Yes . She teaches our class three times a week .
Can she speak Chinese to her students ?
Not very much .
It's a good thing you can speak English !
A new candy shop just opened around the corner last week . They have a variety of candies and it is always full of people .
That sounds really attractive . Let's go to that candy shop now .
Are you serious ? It is always crowded with many people .
why not ? I would like to buy some candies . Since there are so many people , I think they must have delicious candy .
Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty .
They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors .
I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything .
Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people .
To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not .
You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities .
That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home .
You really can't live without candy .
I grow a variety of things , so that something is in bloom all year round .
When is your garden at its best ?
It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out .
Hi ! Yes , it ' s been a long time . I ' m really glad to see you .
I ' m glad to see you , too . How ' Ve you been ?
Just fine . How is everything with you ?
Not bad . I finally bought a house . It ' s an old one , but built really solid . It is close to here . Do you want to come over for lunch ?
I ' d like that , but I ' m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ' d meet them at the airport for lunch .
OK , next time you ' re here .
That ' s a deal .
I heard that you moved to Florida .
Yes , I ' m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ' Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches .
Tell me more .
The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright .
Sounds great !
I ' m pretty happy living there .
I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs .
I ' Ve been to all of them .
I ' m jealous . I ' Ve never been to Florida .
The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ' ll take you to Disney World .
That sounds great ! I ' ll take you up on that invitation .
I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ?
I sure will .
Here ' s my business card . Send me an email once in a while .
Count on it . And here ' s my card . Don ' t hesitate to call me anytime .
Thank you . I ' d better get going . I don ' t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry .
Well , I ' m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip .
Take good care of yourself , Mary .
I will . Good-bye .
Bye-bye !
I've been having a hard time sleeping lately .
As far as I know , insomnia is usually caused by stress . Are you stressed at all ?
Well , I'm really worried about my grades . I didn't think this course would be so stressful .
You're a good student . I'm sure you can do well . What you need to do is to relax .
You're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ?
Taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress .
I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying !
You need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ' t very usually effective .
You ' re right . I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class .
Besides , it ' s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ' s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply .
That ' s fantastic . I ' m going to go try that out in my room now . good night !
Good night , sleep tight ; don ' t let the bed bugs bite !
Well , I would say that I ' m just drifting - - - here , in the pool .
Why ?
Well , it ' s very comfortable just to drift here .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
I need some stamps .
What kind of stamps do you want ?
How much do I need for this letter ?
I must weigh it .
How much ? Is it overweight ?
It is 5 grams overweight . Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter ?
How much is it , then ?
Registration plus overweight , 7 yuan in all .
OK . Here you are .
No , have they had another fight ?
No , they've got engaged .
You must be joking . Those two ?
Well , my dear , I didn't believe it either . But I got it straight from the horse's mouth . David called me this morning .
So when did this all happen ?
Last weekend , while they were on their ski trip .
Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ?
Next June .
I can hardly believe it .
Sure . The twenty-ninth is out . I ' ll be out of the office all day at a seminar . Either the twenty-eighth or the thirtieth is fine .
Well , why don ' t we make it the thirtieth ? We can set it up from three to five . That way , everybody can just go home afterwards .
Sounds good to me . You make up the invitations , I ' Ve got run . I ' Ve got a meeting in five minutes .
You mean the one with the yellow bricks ? But last time I saw it , it wasn ' t really in business yet . I saw some people inside furnishing the rooms . Is it open now ?
Yes , someone give me a pamphlet introducing the restaurant and its business hours when I passed by this morning . So , let ' s have a try . My treat .
Great , I like the idea of trying some new food .
Good for you . Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world .
Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hi-gene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . For sure all the customers will benefit from this .
I'm in a really good mood , actually . How about you ?
to be honest , I'm a bit fed up .
what's wrong ?
well , my boyfriend was supposed to call me last night , but he never did .
that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it .
the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't .
I see how that can get a bit annoying .
a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar .
so what are you going to do about it ?
I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him .
what do you think would make you happier ?
in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first .
relationships can be confusing sometimes .
what would you do if you were me ?
I'd call him and dump him now ! You deserve better than him !
Ms Ling ! It's Mr Gwent , from Montgomery Computers .
Hello , Mr Gwent . What can I do for you today ?
Some money has been sent from our Head Office in Berlin . Could you check whether you have received the remittance yet ?
Of course . Do you know which bank it was sent through and the amount and currency ?
Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars .
Yes , here it is . That's received and cleared , so it's available for withdrawal .
I'd like to choose one game for myself and one for my younger sister .
What kind of games do you like ?
Big games of course .
I see , but games are played in different ways . I'm wondering what type of games do you like to play ?
Type ? I don't know , what do you have ?
Basically , there are 7 types of games
Well , I am a beginner . I ...
Don't worry . Most male customers choose first person shooting , real time strategy , action or sports , while female customers prefer simulating , action or role playing . Shooting , action and sports games require flexible movements and real time strategy usually needs overall consideration .
I like first person shooting and action more than other types of games .
If so , counter Strike and Might & Magic are good alternatives . Counter Strike is one of the hottest shooting games and Might & Magic series are popular among girls because the game has attractive plot and interesting scenes .
Oh , thanks a lot . Then , I will take the two .
Do you want the latest editions ? If your computer runs fast , I think the latest editions are better because although old editions are cheaper , they are less exciting and attractive .
I will have the latest editions .
I'm not sure . I guess I'll just stay at home . Maybe I'll catch up on my reading . What about you ? Any plans ?
Well , my parents have rented a condominium in Florida . I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming .
Sounds great !
Say , why don't you come with us ? We have plenty of room .
Do you mean it ? I'd love to !
Hi , Gary , what happened ? I was waiting for you at the theater . Why didn ' t you meet me there ?
I thought we were supposed to meet HERE .
Don ' t you know our movie starts at seven ? And we were going to meet at the theater at five to seven . Then it doesn ' t make sense to meet at the apartment .
I ' m sorry . We must have misunderstood each other .
Why don ' t you try to be clearer about your intentions ?
You ' re right . I am sorry . Let ' s go and watch the movie .
It ' s okay . I don ' t want to go now . We ' Ve already missed ten minutes of the movie . I don ' t want to see a movie without watching the beginning .
Good morning , I'd like a haircut .
How would you like it ?
Just a trim will do .
Yes , I am .
What are you going to do ?
I'm going to be a clerk .
What does a clerk do ?
He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types .
I want to be a vet .
A-what ?
A vet-a veterinary surgeon .
Good gracious ! What's that ?
A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor .
I once read a story about a person who talked to animals . It was very interesting .
What happened ?
That ' s it , my lease is up . I have to move .
What ? Why ? Can ' t you renew it ?
The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot
Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP .
I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ' m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while .
Well , let me know if there ' s anything I can do to help out .
Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ?
Hehe .. sure
Hi Simon . Nice to meet you again
I hope you are Settling in at school !
I am ! I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses .
Good ! Me too ! By the way . you didn't tell me what you are studying here .
Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies .
Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ?
Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really .
What about your friend Zoe
She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy .
Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures .
I guess so . What about you , Simon ?
I'm studying law .
Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer .
Sure , welcome anytime
Yes . Can I help you ?
Well , I bought this skirt here yesterday afternoon . But I got the wrong size . It ' s too small for my daughter . I wonder if I could refund it .
Yes , you could if it's kept intact . But don't you want to get a bigger size ?
I intended to , but as far as I know , all the skirts of this kind here are of the same size .
Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back .
Sorry to have given you trouble .
Never mind . It ' s just my duty .
I want to get a passport .
You need to apply for a passport .
When can I apply for it ?
You can apply right now .
I ' d like to do that .
Fill this out , please .
What ' s next ?
I will need to take your passport picture .
When will my passport be ready ?
It will take about three weeks .
That ' s great . Thank you .
There are several types of medications that we can try for your high blood pressure .
What types of medications would be best ?
For water retention , I am going to start you on Hydrochlorothiazide , which is a diuretic .
What are the side effects from taking that drug ,
You need to stay hydrated on this drug , but most people experience little side effects .
Will that one medication take care of all of my problems ?
For now I want you to take a second drug , Lisinopril , an ACE inhibitor .
Am I going to experience any complications with that drug ?
The most you will experience will be a dry cough but you probably won ' t experience anything negative .
It was a good thing I had enough on me .
Let me buy you lunch today to pay you back .
Well , I like others very much , but I really don't think much of this one .
You don't like the performance , do you ?
Yes , but I don't like the story .
What seems to be the problem ?
How should I know ? It's just kind of cold in the middle . It just doesn't taste right . Do you want to try it ?
Well , let me get that out of your way . Would you like to order something else from the menu ? Or I could bring you another order of chicken if you'd like .
Another one ? I don't want another one . Give me something simple . You've got steak , right ?
Yes , we do . How would you like it cooked ?
Half done .
Hi Amy . What's up ?
I'm looking for the airport . Can you tell me how to get there ?
No , sorry . I don't know .
I think I can take the subway to the airport . Do you know where the subway is ?
Sure , it's over there .
Where ? I don't see it .
Across the street .
Oh , I see it now . Thanks .
No problem .
Do you know if there's a restroom around here ?
Yes , there's one here . It's in the store .
Thank you .
Bye .
No , I can't agree with you . She's one but not the other .
What makes you think so ?
She's my wife , you know .
Sorry , I ' m looking for my wallet .
You lost your wallet ? Anything important in it ?
Yes . A lot of cash . Almost forty thousand pounds .
Oh , I ' m sorry to hear that . I think you ' d better talk to the police officer walking there .
It seems that is a better way . Thank you .
You are welcome .
If you would like me to , I could help you with that .
Wouldn't that take you away from your project ?
I have plenty of time to do this . I promise you it won't be a problem for me .
Is there a good time for you to help me ?
If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday .
How about meeting in my office ?
That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have .
Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot .
Don't worry . Everything will go well . I promise !
Yes , actually . I don't really know anyone , but it's a nice place . Are you having a good time ?
Yes . The drinks are very good ! I'm Paul , by the way .
Hello Paul . I'm Jane . So what do you do ?
I'm in finance . You ?
Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them .
T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ?
About two years . And you ? Are you based here ?
No . Actually , I'm based in Shanghai . I'm just here for the conference . So , T & D eh ...
I am here on business .
May I see your passport ?
Of course , here you are .
Would you please open the suitcase ? What are these ?
They are two cameras .
Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey .
OK , you're through now .
No , I don't like it very much . Do you ?
Well , yes , I do . I'm a real fan of Wanton Marsalis .
Oh , does he play the piano ?
No , he doesn't ! ! ! He plays the trumpet . So , what kind of music do you like ?
I like rock a lot .
Who's your favorite group ?
The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ?
No , I don't . I can't stand them ! !
Just okay .
Okay , enough small talk . Let ' s get down to business .
Good idea .
Since we ' re good friends , you don't have to pay me .
No , I can ' t accept it . Business is business .
Doctor Butcher .
What a horrible name ! Is it full of suspense ?
No , not at all . it ' s about how to keep fit .
Did you see his last dive .
Yes , it's perfect !
He's diving for the gold .
You can say that again . The sunny shining and there ' s pleasant raise . it ' s so lovely
I ' Ve heard the whether here is ideal , just like spring most of the year
That ' s correct . we have four seasons of spring
So you have to open all the envelopes .
Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
Good morning .
Where would you like to go ?
To the airport please .
Here we are .
Thank you . How much is it ?
Nine pounds twenty .
Here's ten pounds . Keep the change .
Thank you . Sir
You're welcome , Goodbye !
Are you sure ? He doesn't look that old .
He told me so himself .
I'll see if she is in .
Ok .
I'm afraid she's out .
Can you give her a message , please ?
Yes , of course .
Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number .
Sure .
Thank you for your help .
It's my pleasure .
I haven't started yet , but I will .
What time are you going to clean it up ?
I'm planning on cleaning it up a little later .
I told you to clean it up earlier .
I know . I am still going to clean it up .
Make sure you vacuum and dust your room .
I won't forget .
I don't want you to leave until you clean up .
My plans aren't until later , so I'll clean it before I go .
What a girly drink . I'll take a bag of the Blue Mountain and a decaf breva ...
You and your fancy Italian names .
Isn't " frappuccino " Italian , too ? ... and heat me up a panini .
I'll be fine with just my girly drink , thank you very much .
And I'll stick with real coffee .
I ' m fantastic !
What can I help you with ?
I want to make a deposit today .
Cash or check ?
It will be cash today .
How much do you want to deposit ?
I need to deposit $ 300 .
What account will you be depositing this money into ?
Deposit it into my checking account .
What else can I do for you today ?
That ' s all I need today . Thanks .
This is Mr Brown speaking . I'd like to speak to Mr . Thomas , please .
I'm sorry , but Mr . Thomas left the office a few minutes ago .
That's bad ! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line has been busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He ' s gone for the rest of the day .
Is there anywhere I can reach him ?
I don't believe so . He ' s going out of town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you care to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days .
I see . I can tell Mr . Thomas that you phoned .
Thank you .
Bye-bye .
What should we take ?
How about a china vase ?
Good idea !
Rhaki . Do you want some ?
No , where are the cotton cloths ?
I will show you .
What is the shrink rate after washing ?
Less than 5 % . It's quite durable .
Well , it doesn't seem like it . He must have forgotten .
I suppose you're right . He can't have remembered .
I don ' t think that ' s a good idea . I am just not good with approaching someone and starting up a conversation .
Maybe you just need a few pick-up lines , you know , break the ice .
Pick-up lines don ' t work !
Come on ! You can just walk up to a girl and say " If you were a booger I \ ' d pick you first . "
What ? Come on ! That ' s just lame ! No girl would fall for that !
Fine , then you can say , " So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! "
That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny .
Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink .
Ok , how does this sound , " I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . "
Nice ! Let ' s go !
How about 6:30 ?
That'll be fine . See you soon .
Cool ! Each contact comes in its own saline solution ?
Yep . They're prescription contacts with UV protection .
Wow ! How high-class ... a new pair for each day ...
You just pop'em in in the morning , take them out at night , and then throw them away . No cleaning !
Cool . So are you near-sighted or far-sighted ?
Near sighted .
Do you really believe in that ? If they are going to focus on something , they should do it on civil rights .
Yes , but we can ' t deny that animals are vulnerable , defenseless , and are completely at the mercy of human beings .
I understand your point , but we continue to have transgressions against human rights . If so much attention weren ' t devoted to the topic of animals , we would then concentrate more on saving a human being instead of protecting a koala .
You can ' t compare apples and oranges . I believe that both topics are important and that we can ' t ignore them , the mistreatment of animals can cause a great environmental imbalance . I believe that governments should prohibit activities like poaching .
Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ' t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products .
As long as you don ' t treat it better than your wife , it ' s fine .
I like spring best . It is neither too cold nor too hot . Freezing days make me lazy and stuffy days make me lazier . How about you ?
I prefer summer , especially the summer evenings . When the sun comes down , it is so nice to take a walk and breathe . After a rain shower , the smell of the air is refreshing . It is also a best reason for ice-cream .
How do you get through the stuffy daytime ?
Well , I have to hide in the air-conditioned rooms . Anyway , it is all worth , just think about the cool evening time .
Yes , I ' m just reading them myself . It ' s been a great competition . We got gold medals in three events .
Yes , we won the men ' s 110 metres hurdles . I watched that on TV . What other events did we win ?
We won the men ' s high jump and the women ' s 1500 meters .
That ' s great . Those athletes must train for years to get into peak physical condition . They must be terribly disappointed if they don ' t win .
The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds .
That ' s amazing ! Were any other records broken ?
A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place .
Did you see the final of the men ' s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts .
Was he disqualified ?
Yes , he was . I imagine he must be very angry with himself for that .
I buy a computer magazine every month . It keeps me up-to date with all the latest developments .
Why don ' t you find the information on the internet instead ?
Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
We're working on different steps in different areas . For example , our Colbert line is thriving in American markets , we've already reached the loyalty stage . In Asia , however , it's a different story . Most people haven't even heard of Colbert , so we're working on awareness through a lot of product launches and related activities .
What are you doing to increase understanding in the European sector ?
Understanding comes from product differentiation . We get that through product demonstration , literature , expert testimonials , and the like .
Thanks , June . But I think I need to be certified as a mechanic 5 before I ' m allowed to repair cars for a living .
That ' s not a big problem . There are many small schools for adults like you who can study to be certified .
I guess I never thought of that before .
And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school , or from the government .
Wow , you ' Ve inspired me to do something !
We all know that . Her husband always make a fuss of her .
Lucky her .
Yes , unbelievably cheap . Carlsborg is less than $ 1 .
Why do you drink ? I mean , where does drinking get you ?
It's fashionable .
Come on , you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity .
Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun .
How ? By drinking ?
Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed .
When did you begin to drink ?
It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? '
And then ?
Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink .
So you get drunk every day ?
What happened ? Quarrel again ?
Will you take my materials back from him for me ? Please !
Don't ask me . I don't wanna be involved in your quarrel .
Well , our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment . I'm afraid it's very difficult to improve any further on the time .
I hope you'll try to convince them to step up production .
We check their production schedule against our orders almost every day . As new orders keep coming in , they are working three shifts to step up production . I'm sorry , but we simply cannot commit ourselves beyond what the production schedule can fulfill .
Well , in that case , there is nothing more to be said . What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email .
That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ?
We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request .
I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account .
Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them .
Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ?
Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like .
Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction .
All right , I'll adjust the price accordingly .
Well , everybody wants the bottom bunk . Why don't we flip a coin for it ?
Alright . Do you have a coin ?
Yes . Here's a quarter . I flip it , you call it in the air .
Heads .
Sorry , it's tails . You lose .
Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one .
Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ?
No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room .
Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there .
Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ?
Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ?
Yes , I agree .
So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair .
Alright .
I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls .
Is that right ?
Yes , that's right .
Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you .
Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners . Just call me Big Brother Dave .
Are all lucky people so stuck up ?
C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding .
Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it .
Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ?
I will go get something to eat . You unpack first . Then , when I come back , I'll unpack .
Alright . See you later .
You ' re right .
Look ! The iron is still on .
I should have turned it off . I ' ll turn it off now .
Look at my nice blue shirt , there ' s a big hole in it .
I ' m sorry , Jim .
Never mind , dear .
What ' s going on ?
I want to discuss some things about my lease .
What aren ' t you too sure about ?
Can you tell me when my lease is up ?
Your lease is for three years .
If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why is that ?
If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible .
Oh , I see .
All right . I ' m glad I could clarify things for you .
Can you tell me which Sons you want to go to ?
I believe that it's on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove .
You'll have to catch two different buses to get there .
Do you know which buses I need to take ?
The 268 is the first bus you need to catch .
What do I do after I get on the 268 ?
Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington .
Then what ?
Catch the 261 and get off at Sons .
That's all ?
That's all you have to do .
Um yes , I'd like a medium pizza with pepperoni , olives , and extra cheese .
We have a two-for-one special on large pizzas . Would you like a large pizza instead ?
Sure , that sounds good .
Great ! Would you like your second pizza to be these as the first ?
No , make the second one with ham , pineappleand green peppers . Oh , and make it thin crust .
Okay , thin crust . Your total is $ 21 . 50 and yourorder will arrive in thirty minutes or it ' s free !
Perfect . Thank you . Bye ...
Sir , wait ! ! I need your address !
I ' m so excited .
What are you planning on doing now ?
I ' m going back to college .
What are you going to major in ?
I haven ' t thought about it yet .
I don ' t want to see you back here .
You won ' t see me here again .
I don ' t think this place is for you .
I know .
I wish you luck .
Thanks . I know things are going to be better .
I like you to come in and discuss some further tests that I would like to run .
I think that this is a bad sign .
For now , I would like to run a few more tests to look into some of the problems that you mentioned .
Why wouldn ' t you tell me over the phone ?
If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck .
I need to come in right away .
I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along .
You are scaring me !
Come on in this afternoon and we will talk . It will be fine !
Yes , I am . I'm very interested in that advertisement about hiring a computer program designer , and hope to know a little more about it .
What kind of information would you like ?
Well , first I would like to know if this position is still available .
Yes , it's still open .
Terrific ! Then how should I apply for ?
Oh , we need your resume , health report , three photographs and several letters of recommendation . Would you please send them to us by next Wednesday ?
Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Hi , I am sorry to say that your experience doesn't fit the job at all .
Sorry to hear that , but could you inform me why I failed ?
I have to say your education and experience are very outstanding , but it seems that you are not good at working in a team which we attach great importance to .
Never mind .
I'm so sorry to disturb you so early .
It doesn't matter .
I'm dreadfully sorry . I forgot to book the tickets yesterday .
Oh , it's nothing .
I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Not a bit of it , don't blame yourself .
Don ' t tell me ! I ' m sure it ' s someplace warm and sunny with great beaches !
You got it ! I ' m going to spend two fabulous weeks in Hawaii !
You are so lucky ! Send me a postcard !
I need to finish my research paper .
Could you go with me to climb Kiang Shan ?
Honey , I am sorry I have no time .
Oh , Daddy , you should do more exercise . You are getting a little heavy .
I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath .
Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes .
Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit .
I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing .
OK , I'll go .
That's a deal .
Sure .
Yes , it is . Are you looking for housing for this semester ?
I was hoping to get into something on campus , but my friend told me that everything is full .
It is , but I can put you on a waiting list , if you would like .
Please . And in the mean time , can I look at apartments available in the area from this office ?
Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As .
Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ?
The individual landlord's numbers are next to each entry . You can call them with any questions you may have .
Oh , it was great . We had seafood buffet . They do one every Friday . The waiters and waitresses are very good . They are very attentive , but don ' t hang around the table .
I like the buffets they have , but if often order a la carte , because I don ' t feel extremely hungry . I like the wine list there too .
Yes , so do I . they have wines from all over the world . There is a good range of prices to suit every pocket . We ordered some Australian red wine , which tasted delicious and wasn ' t expensive .
Some restaurants allow you to take your own wine and just charge you corkage , but the don ' t do that at " ginger ' s " . what was included in the seafood buffet ?
They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon .
Did they have lobster ?
No , they didn ' t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet .
Yes , it probably is . I don ' t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh .
I know . I didn ' t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick .
When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ?
Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ' m still hungry afterwards .
Oh , you don ' t usually have a starter ?
No , I might have a soup if it ' s a cold winter day .
On 20th May 1963 .
Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar ?
27th day of the fourth month .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at 5:30 .
I am afraid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
Sorry . I didn't know .
The total comes to US $ 65 . 81 . How will you pay today ?
I'm going to use my ATM card .
Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN .
Done .
One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ?
No , thanks .
Paper or plastic ?
Pardon me ?
Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ?
Paper , please .
My invitation ? No , I haven't . My invitation to what ?
The house warming party .
Whose house warming party is it ?
Tom and Bill Smith . They are both working now you know ? And they've bought a new house .
Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately .
It's out in the suburbs .
Have you seen the house ?
Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend .
Is it nice ?
Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden .
Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ?
They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight .
When are they going to have the party ?
Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow .
Wow , that would be something to look forward to .
I need to return these books .
Give them here .
Here they are .
It appears these books are two weeks late .
I forgot they were due .
You do realize you are going to have to pay late fees , right ?
How much is the late fee ?
The late fee is 25 cents a day .
So I have to pay 25 cents for each day the books are late ?
It ' s 25 cents for each book .
That ' s a lot of money .
This is Rick Allen speaking . Can I help you ?
Mr . Allen , I have just received your note which informs me that you have offered the accountant position to another candidate . May I ask why I was defeated ?
We have thought of you very carefully , but the other candidate has more experience .
Experience is indeed very important , but don ' t you think capability is more important than it ?
Of course , I think so . But how can you prove to me that you are more capable ?
Maybe you could hire me on trial , if I ' m not qualified for this position , you can let me go .
That ' s a good idea .
I was in my friend's room talking for an hour of so .
And then ?
I came back to my room and found that my suitcase was open and my camera and five hundred dollars in cash inside the wallet were gone .
I'm afraid you must give up the cash . Are you insured ?
Yes , this is my overseas travel accident insurance card .
I'll make a report for you and please claim this to the insurance company with this report .
Yes , I did , I thought it was a failure .
Do you really think so ? I don't think so . It wasn't that bad film at all . Didn't you hear the applause of the audience ?
Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion .
Well , I don't see the point of arguing this .
Duh ! I would say yes ! Eric is the most popular kid in school ! Okay , my turn . What would you do if you won the lottery ?
Let ' s see ... If I won the lottery , I would buy two tickets for a trip around the world .
If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure !
My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that !
Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ?
If I told her that , she would faint and have me committed !
What is it ?
It's a Taiwanese puppet doll .
It's huge !
Yeah . They're usually this big .
The craftsmanship is excellent .
All the parts work .
Thank you so much .
Don't mention it .
I'd like to , but the photocopier is out of order .
Then use the xerox machine .
It broke down one year ago .
Oh , forget it then . Hey , I told you to put the files on the in tray , not on my desk .
The pile is over ten feet high . I am afraid it will fall all over and bury you underneath it if I put this file on top of it .
Very funny . What's wrong with you today ? You are my secretary and you are not supposed to talk to me in that tone of voice . Do you know that ?
What do you expect ? I've been working for you for three years , and you've never given me a holiday . I don't feel well today , because I have a terrible headache . I am not in the mood for being gentle and polite . If you can't stand it , it's your problem . I am not going to change , because I think it suits you best .
Keep your voice down , Kate . I know you've had a hard day today , but you should at least show some respect for me . If you really don't feel well , go home . There isn't much work today anyway .
I apologize for forgetting myself , but I do need some time off .
What did you find ?
I found some jeans , and a new blouse .
Go and try it on .
What do you think ?
I love that shirt on you .
What about the jeans ?
They don't really fit you right .
I don't think so either .
That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you .
I'll just buy the shirt .
That would be a good idea .
Yes . I've got to cancel my traveling plan .
What a pity ! I know you've been longing for it these months .
The only thing I can do now is waiting for another chance .
Yes , we're ready to start the invitation to tender . You're well informed . We'd like to build new factory .
When do you open the tender ? And where ?
We intend to open the tender at first next month in Beijing .
And when is the closing date ?
The time period is set on June 29th .
Could you please tell me something more about the conditions for the tender ?
All right . The area of the factory buildings is around 8,000 square meters . You can read the details in the invitations which will be sent tomorrow .
Thank you for your information .
You're welcome .
I'm sorry to have taken up too much of your time .
It doesn't matter . We'll be in touch .
Okay , bye !
Bye !
That's my grand-father . He was a farmer . When he was young , he had to take the water buffalo to graze in the field .
Oh yes , that was the best job in most farm families . That's where many of them learned to play the flute .
My grandfather did that too . He used the time to study instead .
That's interesting . Go on !
My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school .
So he became a self-taught man ?
Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous .
In what field ?
As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country .
Is he still in that that type of work .
No . He retired from that . He is a senator now .
Would you want to be a senator ?
Well , maybe when I get old . But first I'll be a lawyer .
Thank you , I just tried my best . I am very happy to know you like it .
You must have been prepared for a long time . Some statistics in this presentation are not easy to find , right ?
Well , yes . Several colleagues from different departments helped me with that . They are very supportive . I consulted an economic expert last week . He was very kind to give valuable suggestions .
Now , the effort pays off . You have accomplished something .
Come on , don ' t flatter me anymore . I took the job because I love being challenged . But I can ' t get this turned around without the support from you people .
You're telling me ! There are thousands of people here .
And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff .
This is almost like a Taiwanese night market ! I can't believe it !
You can't buy much more , Wei ! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan .
Oh , yeah . OK . I'll just buy smallthings !
Yes . I have to change a room .
What's wrong ?
Next door is so noisy . I can't sleep at all .
OK , I am sorry for that . We will arrange another one for you .
What ?
I said , I ' m Ted , who are you ?
Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura .
Do you somewhere often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can ' t hear you , the music ' s too loud .
Let ' s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that ' s why I ' m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That ' s good . It ' s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don ' t mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I ' ll do it in a park .
That's a secret .
I don't know .
Let's stop and have a look .
Don't waste time .
I'm curious about that .
But it's none of our business .
Why not ! It ' s a classic ; in fact , it ' s one of my favorite novels .
But it ' s so old .
Don ' t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ' s about ?
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ..
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
Indeed . Online banking enables you to make on-line shopping .
Do you know how to get the bank account ?
Bring your ID card and fill out a form . That will be fine .
So easy .
I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed .
My shopping life will be more convenient .
I am .
All right . Over here , sir . How are you today ?
Fine , thanks .
How do you want you hair cut ?
Don't make it too short . I just want a trim .
Yes , sir . I will use the scissors . Do you always part your hair on the left ?
Yes , I do . That looks good . It's not too short . It ' s just right . How much do I owe you ?
That will be 3 . 50 dollars .
Here is 4 dollars , keep the change .
Thank you very much . Come back to see us .
Oh , no ! Why ? I was looking forward to seeing you at my new place .
Yeah , I really wanted to come , too . But something unexpected in Shanghai have come up . I have to fly out for a few days , but I'll be back soon .
No problem . Call me when you get back .
I should have some free time next week . Say , next Wednesday evening ?
That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you .
Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday .
Great ! That's settled then .
OK .
I'm doing it for fun and fitness .
I think maybe one day you can take part in the walking race .
At the age of 64 ? You're kidding !
Oh , it ' s fine . I ' Ve got a very nice secretary and a large pleasant office .
Um .
And a company car .
Very nice .
Yes , it is . But I ' Ve got a lot of work too .
Well , that ' s life , isn ' t it ?
My wife and I want to go to Beijing for a tour . Can you arrange it ?
Yes , we can arrange that .
I'd like to know what kind of tour your travel agency has .
Our travel agency provides all kinds of tours , ranging from individual tour to group package tour .
Excellent .
When do you expect to come ?
September 28th .
What specific places do you wish to visit ?
We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace .
OK .
By subway .
Oh , is that right ? Is there a subway station near here ?
Yes , there is one on the other side of the building .
Good . Can I walk through this building ?
I'm afraid you can't . You'll have to go out there and walk around .
I see . Thank you .
You should go to the library to find some information about American universities , and write to the Admission Office . Then the Admission Office will send you application forms and other related materials . From experience , many applicants write to several universities instead of just one .
I was told that it took a lot of time and effort to apply .
That is true . I ' ll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It ' s usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
Here you are , officer .
Is all your baggage here ?
Yes , a camera bag , a travel bag and a suitcase .
Have you got anything to declare ?
No . I have only personal effects .
He isn't a man of good taste for clothes , is he ?
He is , but I didn't mean that . His daughter bought him a tie as a Father's Day gift , and he was very happy to wear it and show it off to us in the office .
It must be hard being a father .
No , it's great being a father , seeing your children growing up and loving you and admiring you .
Maybe you'll only feel that way on Father's Day .
I am sorry to hear that . You have to fill out a claim form .
Where can I get it ?
Here you are .
Think nothing of it .
Hello . May I speak to Mark , please ?
Sure , just a minute . Mark , you're wanted on the phone .
Hello , this is Mark speaking .
Hi ! This is Jill . How come you didn't come in today ?
Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover .
That's too bad . You ' ll have to be more careful nest time .
Anything new at the office ?
No , nothing special . Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache . His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine . The baby is their first child .
That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate !
Yes , we have to . Do you think you can make it tomorrow ?
Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then . Thank you for calling .
You're welcome . Bye .
No , Nancy , today I'm here to make a withdrawal . I made a formal request 7 days ago .
You want to withdraw on your Time Deposit , right ?
That's correct . But before I do , I was wondering if you could give me some advice .
Of course , Mr Hayes . That's what I'm here for . What would you like to know ?
Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity .
This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ?
No , not really . My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it .
What has caused you to make such a decision ? Didn ' t you used to go with Helen ?
Helen is nice but she talks a lot .
Oh . That ' s really annoying when seeing a film .
It sure is .
Oh , I am so tired . My back is sore and my neck hurts .
That's normal . You have been sitting for three hours , with your attention highly concentrated .
You are wrong , Shirley . I was always absent-minded in the class . I meant to concentrate on the class , but I was just so tired . Maybe I am old .
No . You are just burning yourself out these days . Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again .
One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished .
How could he make such a silly mistake ?
He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then .
He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ?
Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects .
That's a very good lesson . We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on .
I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here .
I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
sure , here you are .
thanks , I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy . Are you ok ?
yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better .
well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Cuizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while , I got u
yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choicest , you've got to adapt .
yeah , I guess that's a typical example of when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
exactly .
Are there any people who speak English ?
Only less than 20 percent of the citizens speak English .
I like reading novels about early America .
Really ? Me too .
Which one do you like best ?
I prefer the novels by Hemingway , such as The Old Man and the Sea . I like the simple words in his novels .
Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great .
Absolutely !
How would you like to send it ?
By airmail .
Sixty cents please .
Here you are .
Please write down the zip code in the mailing address .
Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too .
OK . please give me twenty cents .
Here it is . and thank you very much .
You're welcome .
It depends where you live , sir .
In Camden Town .
Yes , we deliver there . But it costs two pounds fifty .
All right . But I'm only in on Saturday .
Morning or afternoon ?
Afternoon , please , if that's possible .
You know I don't know anything about fashion .
Which dress do you like best ?
Well , they are both all right .
Only all right ?
Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them .
Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision .
But after all , it is your decision , not mine .
Oh , yes . The green dress is very smart . but I can't be sure if it goes with a hat .
hey , Isabelle ...
Logan ! Why on earth are you hiding here ? White hat ! Come on ! Don't tell me you're the guy ! It can't be true .
yes , I am the guy .
what a bummer ! You set me up ?
let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ...
how dare you !
hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella !
why did you lie to me in the email ?
I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name .
I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me .
I'm sorry . It was cruel of me . But I promise it will never happen again ? Look , there's a nice restaurant . Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over .
Don ' t worry , you can pay in an installment , that is to say , you don ' t have to pay the whole amount of money at once .
That ' s good . Will you tell me the details ?
Certainly , you need to pay a deposit at first , and you will pay the rest monthly .
How long will it take ?
It depends .
I need to talk it over with my wife .
Certainly .
Yes , I need to buy a computer for this semester . I was told it is cheaper to buy computers here .
Well , you heard right . You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here . We have great discounts for students .
I don't know much about computers . But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend-the Power Macintosh G3 . it comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your hardware first . We have a special deal on right now . I should tell you about it , as it only goes until next Tuesday . If you buy one of these fifteen-inch color monitors with a Power Macintosh G3 , you can actually get 30 percent off the usual sale price .
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Mcintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . May I ask where you're from ?
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university-Asian students included-most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
To study . I am going to the University of Tampa to do a postgraduate course for three years .
And do you have the Letter of Acceptance from the University with you ?
Yes , here it is .
Thank you very much . And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years ?
I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies .
Could I see that , please ?
Yes , here it is .
Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is .
Oh , but mine is a three-year program .
Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure .
Okay , thank you .
If she has , they must be fair-weather friends .
Such friends are even worse than enemies .
She'd better keep away from them .
Certainly . What's your size ?
Size 24 . Are they synthetic or leather ?
They are all leather . How do they feel ?
It's comfortable . I will take it .
Yes .
You are scheduled to meet Mr . Thompson of ABC Company at eleven this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Li . And this afternoon at four you will attend a press conference .
I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four .
All right . Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you ?
Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ?
The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning .
Let's get the table wares we need first , And then stand in the line .
I've got all I need .
Let's stand in the line now .
It smells good . Look at these . They make my mouth watering .
Me too .
It will be our turn soon .
Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn .
OK . I'll have many cream cakes today .
I don't like them . I think they are too icky .
I've come in to give you the documents under the L / C we opened , the new one . This lot are from Singapore , a new customer .
Have you had a chance to go through them yet ?
Yes , with a fine toothed comb , as usual . Everything seems fine , except for one thing . The description of the items we are purchasing is a little different from what we expected .
Is it a big difference ?
Not really , perhaps just a translation problem , that's all . Anyway , we've agreed to accept it .
How much is a round-trip ticket to London ?
When did you plan to go , sir ?
In the second week of September .
The second week of September is still in the high-season , so the cheapest tickets are $ 650 . The high season lasts until the 15th , so fares after that date are cheaper .
In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ?
Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines .
Okay , I'll take it . ( to be continued )
Study English .
You mean you like to study English ? Why ?
It gives me great satisfaction .
Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction . It ' s hard work .
I don't mind the work . I think it's worthwhile .
I ' m afraid we ' re in for a rough weekend , Mary . There is a storm system moving through the East Coast . It will be drizzling all day today , and there ' s a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this eve
That ' s pretty chilly for the summer ! Will it rain on Saturday ?
Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Sout
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some
For the construction site manager ?
That's the one .
What happened ?
You were right . It was from a headhunter . She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But , I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I'm going there tomorrow .
Great . Good luck .
Yes . I'm looking for an apartment . I'd like two bedrooms .
All right . Have a seat , please . Let me ask you a few questions . First of all , may I have your name , please ?
My name's Donald Eakins .
How do you spell your last name , Mr . Eakins .
It's E-A-K-I-N-S .
E-A-K-I-N-S . First name , Donald . And what's your present address , Mr . Eakins ?
It's 1446 Pine Street .
1446 Pine . That ' s in San Francisco , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
Yes , let me see some of your hats , please .
OK , come this way , please . How does this one fit you ?
It's a little bit tight .
Let me stretch it for you . How is that now ?
Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along .
OK . Here you are .
How much is it ?
Thirty-five yuan .
Here is the money .
Thanks . Nothing else , today ?
Nothing else , thank you .
We're okay for vegetables but we should stock up on meat . Can you go to the butcher's and get some veal and some beef ?
No problem . We also need bread , so I'll go to the baker's . I'll get some vol au vents for Victor's birthday bash on Friday . We'll need balloons for that too .
Better visit the supermarket then . We'll need some other things for the party . Get some vanilla ice cream , some butter and some vinegar and twelve bottles of beer .
Okay . The library's beside the baker's . I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week . They're overdue .
I'll see you later then .
Bye ! I'll be back before seven .
I think she is in her room putting a little something together for you to take to school with you .
She'd better not start crying like she usually does .
I know , but she is going to miss you something awful . Have I told you how proud I am of you ?
Dad , now don't you go getting mush on me .
I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world .
That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks .
We have great confidence in you .
I would try to land a job in Beijing . I just want to go to one of the big cities .
why ?
many say more development opportunities can be found there .
that's true . Beijing is the political , economic and cultural center of the entire country .
and there're higher salaries there .
well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities .
I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person .
one person ? How about your girlfriend ?
oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life .
sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home .
sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard .
I admire you . Good luck !
No , thank you . Just the check .
Let me get this .
No , it is my treat .
Are you sure ?
Yes , I owed you for last time .
All right . If you insist . Next time it is on me , though .
Sure . The color is perfect for you .
What material is it made of ?
It's made of cotton .
That's good . Cotton is soft and flexible .
Thanks ! These are beautiful . You shouldn't have !
Of course I should have ! You certainly deserve them ! You put up with all of us .
I forgot what I put up with . In that case , I do deserve these flowers .
Happy Halloween ! What creature are you going to dress up as ?
I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs .
May I have a look at your costume ?
Sure . Wait a moment . ( Several minutes later ) Here you are .
I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool .
I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood .
Haha . Wish you good luck .
A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car .
Are they going to pay you for the damages ?
They're saying it was already there .
What the hell . That doesn't make sense . What are you going to do ?
I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there .
That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me .
I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars .
Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store .
We'll see what happens after court .
Yes , certainly . How can I recognize him ?
He is short , well-built , and he ' s got light blond hair .
Is there anything else ?
He has a mustache , if I remember correctly , and a light complexion .
How old is he ?
He is in his late thirties .
Well . I shouldn ' t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ?
At two thirty .
No problem . How many are you thinking about ?
I think 2,000 would be fine .
If you'll just fill out this form , please .
I want the new cards to be exactly like this card .
We can do that very easily .
... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card .
Great . Your order will take only one week .
You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days .
We can do that . It'll just cost you extra .
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I'm not sure if I'm at the right counter , but I need some advice on mortgages , can you help me ?
Unfortunately , no , I can't . But our specialist can . Please take a seat and our Mortgage Adviser will come out to see you .
A specialist ? That's excellent , thanks .
No problem , Sir . He'll be with you in just a minute . Could I get you something to drink while you are waiting ?
A black coffee with 2 sugars would be much appreciated , thanks .
It really depends on you .
But if you were me ?
If I were you , I'd buy .
Yes , I'd like to have this parcel delivered to Shanghai .
Oh , we only take care of mail . For parcels , you can go to the next window .
Thanks ! ... Hello , I have a parcel to deliver .
Where do you need it to be delivered to ?
I want to post it to Shanghai .
OK , please fill out this form .
Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ?
Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 .
Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ?
Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please .
Ten kg ! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it !
I'm fine . How about yourself ?
I'm pretty good . Thanks for asking .
No problem . So how have you been ?
I've been great . What about you ?
I've been good . I'm in school right now .
What school do you go to ?
I go to PCC .
Do you like it there ?
It's okay . It's a really big campus .
Good luck with school .
Thank you very much .
Yes , it has been a long time !
How long has it been since we last saw each other ?
I think that we last saw each other two years ago .
What have you been doing for the past two years ?
I have been going to graduate school at USC .
What are you majoring in ?
I am studying international communications .
You should easily be able to find a job with that major .
I am counting on being able to get a good job .
I'd like to rent a car , please .
Okay . Full-size , mid-size or compact , ma'am ?
Full-size , please . What's the rate ?
78 dollars a day with unlimited mileage .
And I'd like to have insurance just in case .
Is there an additional driver ?
No .
If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance .
All right . I'll take it .
Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section .
How about this one ?
All right . How many days would you like to use it ?
Just one day .
May I see your driver's license and credit card please ?
Is the international driving licence fine ?
Yes , it is . ( ... ) Thank you . Please fill in this form . Can you check this box , and put your initials here , and again here .
Well , I wouldn't call them rules , but there are some things that I expect my daughter to do .
Like what ?
Setting the table and doing the dishes .
Is there anything else ?
I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room .
Her room is very neat and clean .
Yeah . She's a very responsible person .
I will keep my room clean , too . That's a promise .
Yes . I'm interested in your package tour to Paris . Could you tell me more about it ?
Certainly . The package includes air travel to and from Paris , accommodations , meals and transportation around the city .
How long is the tour ?
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Of course , Mr . Roberts . But , could you tell me his extension number again ? I haven ' t got all the numbers down yet .
Sure , it ' s 4-8- 7-2 . Don ' t worry . You ' re doing a fine job .
Thank you very much . Mr . Roberts .
It is in mine too . The biggest issue is water . The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important .
What methods do you use to conserve water ?
Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
Thanks for inviting me . Actually , I've never been anywhere with so many black people before . It's different .
Howard is eighty percent black . But there are whites , and even Asians here . Thankfully , it's also coed .
Great ! Is your , too ?
Sorry , nope . But the Alpha Phi Alpha's are throwing a party tonight .
That's a black fraternity , right ? So we should see some dancing !
Yes , Christine ?
Could you tell me where the copier is , please ?
Sure . You just walk down this hallway . The copy room is the second room on the right .
Because I went out .
Why didn ' t you phone me from a callboy ?
I didn ' t have any change .
Tell me why you didn ' t come to see me tonight then .
I don ' t like all your questions . That ' s why .
I went a global warming rally in London . It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment .
do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already ?
it might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Oh , come on . You know it's a long process , you have to be patient .
I know it , but I don't know when I can make it better .
A , whatever you do , the most important is perseverance . So you have to hang on there , the longer , the better . Then some day , you will find you've already made a lot of progress .
Yeah , you are right . I must stop complaining and stick to it every day .
Yeah ! Where there is a will , there is a way .
As you know , china has a single-child policy . Therefore , there ' s just my husband , my daughter and I . What about in your family ?
I have one daughter and one son . Then there ' s my husband and I . What about your parents ? Do they live with your family ?
Not anymore . They live with my brother now . and yours ?
My parents live by themselves now . When they get older , they ' ll probably go to a retirement home . Do you just have one brother ?
No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ?
I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters .
How long have you been married ?
About seven years now . and you ?
I ' Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ?
It ' s becoming more and more common . However , I don ' t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ?
If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce .
If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws !
( ha ha ) I ' ll keep that in mind , but don ' t tell my husband .
Of course not !
For color prints ?
Yes . When can I get it back ? I can't wait to see the photos .
About three days .
Fine , I'd like two enlargements from this negative .
Here's your receipt .
Yes , Mr . Ransom ? This is Karl Miller . How may I help you ?
Well , I wonder if you could track an order I placed with you last month . It hasn ' t arrived yet .
Certainly , Ms . Ransom . Do you have an order number ?
Thank you , but I hate having to leave here and working abroad .
When are you going ?
Sometime next month .
Pete ! Nice to see you Well , on top the norm , you know , wife and kids and work , I ' Ve actually gotten into doing some trading .
Trading ? You , big guy ? What are you trading ?
Currencies .
Currencies ? As in Euros , Dollars , Pounds and Rupees ?
It ' s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ' t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much !
I don ' t understand . You ' re buying and selling money ?
You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 !
Last night ?
Yeah ! It ' s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I '
You ' re kidding ! I ' m on ! Where do I sign up ?
Not really . It's much warmer usually . Your are not used to cold weather ?
No , I am from south California . This is my first real winter .
Well , You'd better get some more warm clothes .
What's the temperature today anyway ?
I would say it's about 5 degree Celsius .
Thirty minutes or 30 seconds , sir , it doesn't matter , I'm ready for you .
Great ! As you know , however , the day in New York has hardly begun .
There's nothing like getting an early start , sir .
What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots ?
You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit .
Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ?
I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card .
It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second .
Don't forget that you have very little time , sir , before you have to check out .
Why do you listen to rap ?
It's not much different from that heavy metal music you like so much .
Heavy metal music is a lot different from rap music . You can dance to heavy metal .
Hey , you can dance to rap music !
I can't dance to it . And I know you can't either . Because I've seen you try .
Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good .
Let me introduce myself , by the way , my name is Dick Brown .
How do you do ? I'm Mary Green .
Sorry , what was your last name again ?
Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary .
OK . I'm Dick .
Glad to meet you .
Yes . My car is having problems .
What's wrong ?
It won't start .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Okay ! What do you suggest ?
How about seeing a play ? I hear Hamlet is on at the National Theater .
Is that so ? Why not ?
( looking at a newspaper ) Oh , dear me ! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend . So we have to go to cinema instead .
What's on ?
Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night .
That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ?
Ah . The Royal , I think .
What time does it start ?
Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think .
But we won't have enough time for dinner .
Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ?
Ah ... I fancy going to the later show .
Then , there's a 9:30 show .
That's Okay , I think .
All right .
Nice to see you again , too . Peter . How's your family ?
Very well . How's Mrs . Clinton ?
Not bad . But she's as busy as before .
Yes , I would like to check in .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes , my name is Carol Tiang . That's spelled J - I - A - N - G .
I'm sorry , Ma'am . I can't find anything under that name . Do you have your confirmation number ?
No , I don't have it with me . But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month .
Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ?
C - A - R - O - L . Carol .
I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday .
No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me .
Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name .
His name is Lin , L - I - N .
I'm sorry . I have nothing here .
Miss , I know he made this reservation for me .
I'm not sure if that would be wise .
Then what is your opinion ?
Well , maybe we'll go to ask Mr . Johnson . He has the final say .
Single or double ?
Single , please .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes . I made a reservation in shanghai .
Then I believe you have a confirmation slip .
Yeah . Let me see . Is this the one you want ?
That ' s it . What ' s your name . please ?
Wu Mei . That ' s my name .
Just a moment , please . Yes , you have a room reservation for you .
Is this room with a bath room ?
Yes , it ' s .
Can you give me a quiet room ?
It ' s a inside room on the eight floor .
What ' s the room rate ?
Eighty dollars a day . How long do you plan to stay Mrs Wu ?
Three nights I scheduled .
Do you sign the register , please ?
Is that right ?
Thank you , Mrs Wu .
Your room Number is 827 . The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room .
Thanks .
Hello , Kristy . Could I speak to the department that deals with credit card applications , please ?
I can deal with that , Sir . Are you interested in our personal or corporate card ?
The personal card , please . Is it possible to take care of this over the phone ?
I'm sorry , Sir , but you will need to come in to your local branch to deal with the application procedure . Come in and fill out an application form and let us have a duplicate of your ID card . You'll also need a copy of your guarantor's and he or she will need to sign the form , too .
OK ... and what deposit do I need ? I mean , is there a minimum deposit ?
You'll need to deposit 1,500 RIB initially . There will also be some small additional charges for this service .
That's no problem . How long will the whole thing take ? A week ? 10 days ?
It should all be sorted out within 5 working days after receipt of the required documents .
Right , I'll contact my guarantor now and we'll come in within the next couple of days . Thanks very much for your help . Goodbye .
why ? Did tom pop the question ?
not yet . But I wonder if I can get my parents ' consent .
let me guess , your parents want you to marry a Chinese man , right ?
you are right . It is giving me a real headache . I feel like I ' m between a rock and a hard place .
I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex .
oh , how did you deal with it ?
I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up .
oh , it ' s a pity . What was the matter ?
simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences .
like what ?
he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family .
Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first .
yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working .
so that's why it ' s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner .
not really . There are many successful mixed marriage around us .
Yes , I would like to buy a pair of dress shoes .
What size do you wear ?
Ten and a half .
How about this pair ?
No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ?
How about these ?
Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ?
Well , there's this pair .
Hmm , they're not too bad .
Can I sign up for some classes today ?
Which classes ?
I would like to take a driver's course .
Would you like to make an appointment ?
Why do I need an appointment ?
You need to sign the paperwork .
Can I do that right now ?
When can you come in ?
How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ?
I'll schedule you for then .
Thanks for all your help .
Cheers !
are you looking for somewhere for two people ?
yes , we are . obviously , we'd like something as cheap as possible . we've heard that there are places for 80 to 100 pounds a month .
yes , there are several place available in that price range near the university . do you have any other requirements ?
net really , no . we'd preferably like to live in a quiet street .
how many rooms do you need in the flat ?
we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined .
ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t
how far away is it from the campus ?
it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a
that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision .
of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there .
thank you . that would be great .
What flight are you taking ?
Flight 201 .
And what's your name ?
Anderson .
Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time .
Thank you .
I do wish I could afford one .
You can get a loan from the bank . You know LPF program provides low cost loans for participants home purchases .
Of course I know that . But don't you notice that the house price is skyrocketing ?
That ' s really unbearable .
But you know , things cannot always go as you expect .
So get prepared for everything .
Right . You're right . But she's just evil . Someone should drive a stake through her heart .
Elvin , please . Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week , or not ?
I'm OK . I'll be fine . I'v cool . I'm cold . I'm like ice . She won't know what hit her .
By the way , how's the nose ? Boy , that must have hurt .
Sure , go ahead .
Oh , isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable ?
Yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around .
Oh my , no internet access is killing me .
Can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
No , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
Now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
What does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
Well , the term ' discomgoogolation ' comes from ' discombobulate ' and ' google ' . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
That's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
Then , you're probably addicted .
Yes . I'm fond of playing the chess and I'm very keen on playing cards .
Which is easier to learn ?
Both , but the rules of playing cards vary in different places .
Yes , well Miss Childs did give mean overview of the position over the phone , but there were some details I ' d like to clarify .
Well feel free to ask me anything , and I ' ll try to fill in the details .
Could I first ask about the remuneration package ?
Yes , of course . That's quite an important point , isn ' t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ' t include a generous housing allowance al
I understand . And are there other bonuses included ?
Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date .
Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me .
Excellent . Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ?
Cheer up ! Let bygones be bygones .
I ' Ve tried it , not a chance .
It seems you have to take time .
I'm in the mood for some chips and salsa .
Me , too ! The chips here are so light and crispy .
And they have tangy , freshly-made salsa , too . My mouth is watering already !
I'll go get the chips . What do you want to drink ?
Surprise me .
What did you need to talk about ?
I have some questions about my lease .
Like what ?
Exactly how long is my lease for ?
Your lease will be up in three years .
What will happen if I move out before then ?
If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible .
I don ' t understand .
Because our contract says that you will live here for three years .
Okay , I think that I understand .
I ' m glad you understand .
For my part , xiangqi . Maybe it's because my girlfriend is Chinese .
I think chess is more reasonable . You see , each side has eight pawns , a larger number than that of the soldiers in xiangqi . A true battle should be like that . Soldiers should outnumber the commanders .
Quite right . And unlike the soldiers in xiangqi , the pawns in chess can promote once they reach the furthest rank . It is very agreeable to grant merits to people with good performance .
Correct ! Another contrast is the rules for the general and the king . It seems the general or marshal in xiangqi is much too incompetent . They are required to stay in the palace , waiting to be checked and fleeing for life under the cover of the guards . Look at the king in chess , he is much more capable .
Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China .
There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess .
You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ?
Sure . On a chessboard , fire is much more intensive . It has a smaller board , while those bigger pieces-chariots , horses and bishops-can cover longer distances .
I think housing is a big problem . There are thousands of homeless people on the streets .
How would you solve the problem ?
I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly
Do you really enjoy such dangerous sports ?
Yes , They are great fun and very challenging , too . Some day I'll want to try deep-sea diving and rock-climbing , too .
You are a real fan of extreme sports .
Yes . I love facing danger and overcoming it . It has become part of my life .
Sure , here you are . It comes to $ 84 .
Does that include the service charge ?
No . sir , we charge separately .
Here you are . Keep the change .
What kind of room do you have in mind ?
I ' d like a twin room , please .
Hold on , please . I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Are you all right ?
Yes . I'm OK . I just had a tumble . No big deal .
Good . You scared me .
Sorry . Can you please help me up ! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on .
Sure . Is this your first time skiing ?
Yes . I tried skiing on grass before . Not very good at it , though .
Very good . I feel quite refreshed now ! You should come with me sometime - exercise is good for you !
To be honest , I ' d rather watch television ! Where did you go ?
I just ran alongside the main road .
Oh you ought to go to the park next time . They have a route for joggers there .
Oh ok , I ' ll try that tomorrow . It ' ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ' t you come along ?
Oh ok then , I ' ll come and watch you !
And the problem is , sir ?
Cockroaches have taken over my room !
My apologies , sir . We'll give you a new room and refund the value of your current room .
Thank you . I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others .
We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible .
Sure , we have several different styles you may choose . How high of a heel do you want ?
Not to high , maybe an inch or an inch in the half would be the best .
In that case , I might have just the pair for you . Look at these , they were made in Italy , the leather is very soft , so your toes will not get pinched . You can tell just by looking at it that it was superbly made .
Those are beautiful . Do you have any in a size six ?
Yes , we do , we also have this same style in dark blue and red .
No , thank you . I'm just looking for a black pair .
Let me go to the back and get them . I'll be right back .
Here is my passport . And this is the declaration form .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
Business . I have a trade convention I'm attending in Chicago .
This visa is good for two weeks . Do you intend to stay longer than that ?
No . I will fly back twelve days from now .
And you will do some traveling while you are here ?
Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit .
What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ?
Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books .
You're not carrying any food with you today ?
No .
Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ?
Alright .
Yes , I ' m enquiring about your advertisement for a sales manager in today ' s newspaper . Is this position still open ?
Yes , but do you have any experiences as a sales manager ?
Yes , I have a lot of previous experiences in sales . I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university .
That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ' ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ?
Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 .
Thank you .
Yes . This is Barbara in room 209 . I ' d like to order breakfast , please .
What would you like to order ?
Two slices of whole wheat bread and one cup of coffee .
Okay . I ' ll have them brought to your room right away .
Thank you .
I know . I intend to go to the store today .
Would you get some of that new cereal we saw advertised on TV ?
Which one ?
You know ... the one with the silly ad about how vitamins jump up and down .
Oh , you mean ' KIKES ' ?
Yeah . That's the one .
Well , I'll see . Sometimes the stores don't have some of the new kinds of cereal .
Uh ... I mostly just like to listen . You're the groom . Why don't you go first ?
OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys !
How about " As long as You Love Me " ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
Is there anything special they would like to do ?
They would like to visit our factory and have a look at the new type computer products . Besides , they will introduce their technique in computer manufacturing .
That can easily be arranged . I will arrange a comfortable meeting room for them . Anything else ?
They would also like to have a meeting with our designers . And this time , their visit to our company will lay the basement for our cooperation , so you need to pay more attention .
I will set it up .
They will stay for two days . Try to work out an efficient schedule .
Yeah .
Then the standard that you set yourself originally must have changed .
Well , if that's the case , I don't mind breaking the image that they might have or the standards that they have . I can only do what I know , and live how I've lived all my life , because I'm a fairly stubborn person .
It seems to me that now you're famous . You've got to go out and be seen at the right places and go to the right parties .
I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen .
Then fans don't see you much in public places .
Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place .
A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . '
I've never had one person that I'd idolized . The comparisons to Jul-ia Roberts are incredibly flattering . I don't really know who I would compare myself to . I'd like to be a combination of a lot of people . A little bit of everything , really . I haven't quite figured out where my strengths are yet , and I've definitely found my weaknesses .
Well , I am always energetic and enthusiastic . That's my strongest personality .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
Em , as I have said , I'm diligent and industrious . On the other hand , sometimes I'm too hard-working and I put myself under too much pressure to make things perfect .
What qualities would you expect of persons working as a team ?
To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive .
How do you spend your leisure time ?
I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies .
So , what kind of sport do you like most ?
Oh , it's hard to narrow it down to just one . I mean , I like all kinds of sports , basketball , swimming , bike riding and so on . Maybe it is just the reason why I am so energetic and vigorous .
John , they are old-fashioned people from the Chinese countryside . That ' s their custom .
I know , but it is hard for me to get used to your relatives coming to visit us , and without warning .
Don ' t your relatives visit other relatives ?
Yes , but Americans never visit without calling in advance , and they almost never stay overnight .
I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families .
I think you ' re right !
Temple fair ?
Yes . The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth , and they have developed into a festival filled with food , performances and games now .
Sounds interesting !
Absolutely , I love temple fairs . Beijing has several temple fairs recently . They are different from each other to some extent , but also have a lot in common .
I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ?
What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you .
Great ! Do you know how to get there ?
Of course .
Couldn't be better .
A contract is an agreement which is binding on both parties mutually . A contract might be formal or informal , oral or written . An implemented contract is one which has been fully executed by both sides ; an executive contract is one which is going to be performed . They are enforceable by laws and any party who defaults the contract may be sued and forced to make compensation .
What are the purposes of contract ?
In an ordinary contract , the objective of a contract might be relatively simple , indicating the description of commodity , price , quantity , terms of payment and etc .
When we draft a contract , which points should we pay special attention to ?
Well . First , make meaning clear by using concise forma language . Second , describe accurately the exact requirement . Finally , state clearly the permissible variation in quantity .
Five and a half years . We moved here on the first of November .
You have a fantastic view .
Yes . I love living here .
Look ! You can see the village way down in the valley .
Yes . It ' s a lovely view .
Hi , this is Monica . I was wondering when we can work on this financial report .
Today , I am busy all day long .
Shall I see you on Friday morning ?
That ' s not good for me at all . It ' ll have to be another time .
We must find some time to read report .
I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon .
That ' s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon .
See you .
I ' Ve been playing computer games .
What ? So you blew me off yesterday and today over a stupid video game ? What game is so important that you have no time for me anymore ? What are you playing ?
It ' s called Counter Strike . It ' s a first person shooter game . It ' s awesome . It ' s a multi player game where you can go online and compete against players from all over the world .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
Could I speak to Diana Curzon ?
I'm afraid she's in a meeting at the moment . Who's speaking ?
This is John Laing from Dantons .
Can I take a message , Mr Laing ?
Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called .
Certainly . Does she have your number ?
She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 .
01705 ...
455623 .
455623 .
That's right .
OK . I'll make sure she gets the message .
Thank you .
Hum , me too . This winter holiday was especially long . What have you done ?
Nothing special . I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school , visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for . How about yours ?
You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself .
What are you talking about ? Where is your Halloween spirit ? Didn ' t you ever dress up in a costume and go around the neighborhood trick-or-treating with your friends ?
Of course , I did , but when I was ten ! Trick - or-treating is for kids , plus , I ' m sure people will think you ' re a kidnapper or something , running around with kids NCP at night .
Whatever , I ' m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms !
May and Danny have already grown up .
I can still remember our first date .
Look at that big tree over there .
Yeah , oh my god ! It's still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight .
You were dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married .
Give him a chance .
Oh , that's easy . Go to www . onxiu . cn . Now , click on the link with the picture of an envelope .
Which link ?
That one , the one that says Mail .
Oh , no . What did I do ? It's asking me for a password .
Don't worry . See where it says , New User ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
I'm quite out of thoughts recently .
You seem to have something on mind . Promise me , go to see the doctor right now .
I'm worrying about my exam .
A piece of cake . You'll be successful .
Yes , that's right .
What do you suggest I should see in New York ?
Well , how about the Museum of Modern Art ?
No , I don't like museums . They ' re boring .
Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ?
Ah ! That sounds interesting .
Hello , Miao Ping . Yes , it has . I've been in Saudi Arabia for the last 6 weeks on business . I did have a little time to relax in Dubai , though .
I envy you , Mr Meng ! What can I do for you today ?
I need to effect a payment under my L / C . Not the old one , the new one my Assistant came in and dealt with last week .
Right . Do you have the code for that one ?
It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ?
Here it is . Have you got the advice slip with you ? You have sufficient funds in the account , so we can go ahead .
I ' m afraid not . He will be not free until 11:30 .
How about 1:30 ?
Let me check .
One to the beach . How much is it ?
One dollar ... I'm short of change this morning .
Sorry . I can wait a moment .
Good , here's your ticket and four dollars change .
Thank you .
Sure , here you are .
Could you recommend some dessert ?
We have fruit cake , cream cake and chestnut cake .
Don't you have cheese ?
Of course , we do .
Good morning .
May I help you ?
Yes , I want to change some money .
This way , please .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
It's OK .
Next time lunch is on me .
Don't be silly .
I'm serious .
All right . Next time you will treat .
It's a deal .
I need to make an appointment to see the doctor .
How about 2 o'clock this afternoon ?
Good , but can you tell me how to get to your office ?
Well , it is hard to say . At least you need to come up with a good reason .
Actually , it is my mother ' s wedding . My parents divorced many years ago . Now she is ready to establish a new family . It is a special occasion . I've got to be there , right ?
Yes , you should be there . Go find the manager and ask . I think the manager will understand and approve you a day off . Don ' t forget to fill in the leave application form . It will be signed by the manager for approval .
Thank you so much .
First of all , I hope to spend a few years working in some famous companies to command a skill , to set a solid foundation and to build my interpersonal network . When I feel I have accumulated enough experience , I hope to own an undertaking . Of course this is up to the situation then and the opportunities the companies offer me . In the long run , I hope to be an entrepreneur .
So what are you trying to say to me ?
It feels like you are not dedicate to our relationship . It seems like you treat it as a just casual dating .
How should I say it ?
I don't want to be like this . I think we should get step further .
It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over .
Like what ?
Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek .
It was only the cheek .
That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car .
Oh , that is ridiculous .
So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ?
Definitely not .
You see , we still have hurdle .
I don ' t really mind .
We can go to that new Chinese restaurant .
I suppose I could .
Come on , let ' s try it .
All right . If you really want to .
I consider the hero's acting is inferior to that of the heroine's . don't you agree ?
Well , I'm afraid not . I think the hero has much more to be believed in .
I don ' t see any problem , only the car is a bit old .
Oh you ' re so kind !
Get in .
Yes . I ' m here to apply for the job of director that your company posted yesterday . Is it still available ?
Yes . We ' ll close this position posting at the end of this month .
Great . Where can I get an application form ?
Go to the Human Resource Office , please . You can get it there .
Where is the Human Resource Office ?
It ' s on the first floor , Room 120 .
Thanks a lot .
Good luck .
I need it . Thank you .
It seems like a traffic accident .
Those people are quarrelling .
By credit card .
Both rooms on the same card ?
Yes .
Your card number please ?
4434 1234 5678 9902 .
Double one , zero two ?
No , double nine zero two .
4434 1234 5678 9902 ?
That's right .
And the expiry date ?
Eleven , ...
Could you repeat that please ?
November this year .
Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September .
Thank you .
You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White .
Thanks a lot . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Well first put your money in .
Ok , I ' Ve done that .
Then just press this button .
Oh it ' s printed the ticket already . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
What's the hardware ?
The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes .
That's seems obvious enough . then what about the software ?
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
Take it easy , Jim . Your mother didn't mean it ! Need any help ?
Yes . Can you help me remember how to spell ' beautiful ' ?
Yes , John . I ' m on my break . What ' s going on ?
Not much . I just wanted to see how you were . How ' s married life treating you ?
Great , except for my mother-in-law ! Sometimes I think I married her instead of my husband ! How about you ?
Very sorry , I am occupied tonight . What about tomorrow night ?
OK . where and when ?
7:00 in my staying hotel .
OK , I am going to the hotel to pick you up . See you tomorrow night .
I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I'll have enough money .
Very good . That may be the most delicious food I have ever eaten .
It's nice of you to say so .
I really appreciate you for having invited me .
Don't mention it . You know , we ' re old friends .
Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ?
Yes . Why ?
I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook .
That ' s great . I'd love to .
OK , what would you like ?
I'd like the lasagna , please .
Sure and which one would you like ?
I'll try the vegetarian , please .
Yes , will you keep our bags until 6 p . m . ?
Are you all our guests ?
Yes , we checked out just now .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right ?
So you are leaving this evening . We keep your bags until 6 p . m . Here's your tag .
Thanks a lot .
I'm considering buying a new car , the old one hasn't been running too well recently , and was wondering what kind of credit you can offer me .
Buying a new car is a big expense ; we understand that , so we have a variety of loans to suit your needs .
That's great . I'm looking to borrow quite a large sum , though .
With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan , the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price .
That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself .
That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this .
The funds are all ready to go in my personal account , so let's transfer it .
That's all for now . How much do I owe you ?
That'll be fifty-five dollars and twenty cents .
Can't you make it a little cheaper ?
Oh , no , sir . We already gave you a discount on each item .
OK . I understand . Thank you .
We are always willing to choose the big ports as the loading ports .
What's your unloading port , please ?
As most of our clients are near Tianjin , we'd like to appoint Tangle as the unloading port .
Good .
Then I can buy my own car .
Splendid .
And pay for my own clothes .
That's an excellent idea .
Yeah , everyday . And there ' s only one choice . All the other buses are going the other direction .
Hmm . I have the same problem . When I leave work , it ' s always rush hour . So the buses are always crowded .
Oh , yeah , it ' s terrible . I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China . It ' s when so many people try to get onto one city bus , and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt .
That sounds terrible the way you describe it . But you know , not long ago I really suffered on the bus .
What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ?
You just can ' t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding !
Hmm . Good exercise , uh ?
Yeah , absolutely !
And it ' s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ' s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her .
You were so happy , weren ' t you ?
What do you think ? I ' m a good boy .
Oh , come on ! I have sixteen items ! Cut me some slack , will ya ?
Fine ! Please place your items on the belt and push your shopping cart through . Do you prefer paper or plastic ?
Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
I ' m flattered , but really anyone else could do it .
You have a real talent , Ellen !
I ' m thinking of making an album , you know .
Yes , I didn't know Washington , DC got so cold in winter .
What would you like to do today ?
I really think we should take a tour of the White House .
I thought we could go to some of the museums . Don ' t you want to see the museums ?
Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House . We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here .
I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous . But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring .
Boring ? How can it be boring ? It sounds very interesting to me .
Will you be here long ?
Only three days on business so I won't have a long time .
There are many tourist attractions in Hong Kong .
Do you have some information on these ?
Let me give you some brochures to look over .
Of course , there're too many people .
I hate the car columns on the road .
But we couldn't help it .
well , there are certain factors that effect people's size and weight .
what are they ?
one study said that low-income groups have a higher percentage of over-weight people than higher income families .
why ?
the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis .
that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper .
and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat .
what's that ?
nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day !
wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising .
yeah , I guess so .
you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise .
hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds .
so what happened ?
well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds .
you should have kept trying .
Why don't you try an Americano ? Espresso with water .
Sounds a little weak .
Go with a hammerhead then-espresso mixed with drip coffee .
Sounds better , but I hope it doesn't inspire me to take a hammer to the client's head .
Don't worry , James . We'll get this case worked out in no time .
Hello , Mary , where do you work ?
I work for an Internet company .
Is the pay good ?
No , you're going the wrong way . You want a 103 from Beijing Zoo .
How can I get it , please ?
You get off at the next stop , cross the street , and you'll find the stop not far on the right hand side .
Could I have a transfer please ?
Here you are .
Thank you .
Yes , here you are .
Thank you . What's your occupation , Mr . Smith ?
I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation .
You are here on business , aren't you ?
Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks .
I see . Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare .
Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in .
All right .
I ' m very fond of you .
Yes , but do you love me ?
Why ? You mean a lot to me .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I .. I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I .. I don ' t feel like saying it .
Yes , Jason , right ? Nice to meet you . Welcome to Taiwan .
Thanks , good to meet you , too .
You had a long flight , you must be tired .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
I ' m very sorry I can ' t .
Why not ?
I ' m afraid I have some business to attend to .
Then would you like to have lunch with us ?
I ' d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now .
Would you like me to give you a lift ?
No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there .
Come on . It ' s no trouble at all .
Ok , thank you .
What news ?
You don ' t know ? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones .
You know what we will get ?
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
I ' Ve been away on holidays for sometime .
No wonder I haven ' t seen you recently . Where did you spend your holidays ?
I went with my husband . Our first stop was Bangkok . We stayed there for 5 days . Then we flew to Hong Kong , stopover for 3 days . Our last stop was China . We visited the Great Wall .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Oh , I see . Yeah . Some people like traveling , some don ' t . My husband didn ' t like traveling at first , either . He said what ' s the use of traveling ? A waste of money and a waste of time . At last I got him on the move . After all , he loved me . We went to Bali , Indonesia , one of the most beautiful places in the world . That trip left a very deep impression on him . Since then whenever we have holidays and money , we ' d like to patronize the travel agency . Isn ' t it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life ?
Three yuan .
Could you tell me how to use it ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
Oh , I see . By the way , how can I get out of the platform after I get off the train ?
That's very easy . The exit is always open .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Yes , I have a spare room .
Would it be okey to look at the room , now ?
Would you come here in twenty minutes ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
This apartment looks nice .
Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient .
How much is the rents ?
2,500 yuan a month .
This apartment is nice , but I'd like to find a cheaper one .
Yes we do . Check the meat department . There is a fish counter there too .
I already looked , but did not see anything .
Let me show you .
Thanks .
See , it's right over there .
Oh , gosh . I didn't see it .
That's all right .
Sure . He has already married , a father of two boys .
Oh , I can't believe it . He looks very young .
He took the picture when he was only 21 years old .
I see .
Don't mention it . It's my pleasure . Have you been to one of these large , sit-down dinner parties since you got to New Haven ?
No , this is my first . Last week I went to a cookout 5 for new professors at Dean Barksdale's home . I took a taxi because I didn't want to be late . But I was the first one there .
I'll bet you were a little embarrassed .
You're right . The invitation said two to seven . I was there at two o'clock , but most people didn't arrive until three or four . They didn't start cooking until five o ' clock .
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o'clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I'm hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it's only seven-fifteen . I don't want to be the first one there again .
Don't worry . We won't be the first .
You have any idea why ?
She broke up with her boyfriend .
I heard her boyfriend is married .
She still loves him . That's why she feels upset . Her love is always hard and confusing ...
Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ?
He sometimes really drives me crazy .
Sure . It's very close actually . You go straight down this road . Then you turn left , at the next junction .
Left the next junction . Ok .
Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block . You see it as you turn left . Seriously , You can't miss it . It ' s enormous .
Thanks very much .
Ok , what do you want me to do ?
First of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ' m almost finished the washing up . I ' m going to clean the cooker when I finish .
Ok . I ' ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
We ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
While you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meal , by the way .
Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
My pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
You don ' t have to eat them . I don ' t mind .
Thanks , Mom . Can I have dessert now ? I love chocolate cake .
No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables .
But I don ' t like them . It ' s not fair .
You can have some fruits for dessert . If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake .
Ok , actually I don ' t mind eating peas and carrots . But I hate broccoli and cauliflower .
I'll remember that for next time . You ' ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ?
Thanks , Mom !
Yes , I'd like to exchange some US dollars into RIB .
How much would you like to exchange ?
What's the exchange rate for RIB ?
It's US 100 for RIB 802 today .
I'd like to exchange 3,000 .
Fill out this exchange memo , please .
Yes . Here you are .
Wait a second , please ... These are 24,060 RIB and the receipt , please check them .
All right , thank you so much , good-bye .
Good-bye .
Of course . Is the dinner still on ?
Yes , I was just wondering how you and your roommate were planning on coming to my place .
We were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice .
That's what I thought you would do . Listen , I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood . It's just down the street from all the bars . You probably don't want to be walking around after dark .
It can't be that bad .
I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here .
Really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime .
Do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better .
Ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ?
When I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen -- just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation .
Has anything else happened to you ?
Nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close .
Well , we'll be careful . Thanks for letting me know .
It's not just spreading out to new markets that we have to address . I think we'd better first pay attention to developing our brand in the markets we already have . We ' Ve reached the awareness level , but we haven't established customer loyalty . People know who we are , but they still don't trust in our brand .
I don't see why we can't work on opening new markets and developing the markets we've already penetrated at the same time ... Both aspects of developing our customer base and developing our brand are important .
What ' s the matter ? Didn ' t you get enough sleep last night ?
I fell asleep very late . It was almost two o ' clock in the morning when I finally fell asleep .
Are you worried about something ? Why couldn ' t you sleep ?
You know how it is when you ' re in a strange country . Everything is new , and you get tired and nervous sometimes . Then you worry about your family , about conditions back home , about your courses , about your money , about everything . I tried to fall asleep but I just had too much on my mind .
Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax .
Anything is worth a try . But right now I really just want to find a quiet place to take a nap .
Yes , why ?
Nothing . I'm just asking .
Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Aha , someone has a crush on Anny , doesn't he ?
Who has a crush ?
Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance !
I think so , ' cause I remember the policeman told me this is the very way .
What did he say ?
Just head straight up the street about two blocks and then turn left .
That ' s it . I think we ' re one block beyond .
At 16:35 , from platform 8 .
Is it a direct train to London ?
No , you have to change trains at Birmingham .
I see . One ticket to London , please .
Single or return , sir ?
Single , please .
64 pounds , please .
Here you are .
Here's your ticket and change , sir .
No , I missed it .
How could you miss that ?
Someone was in the way .
Oh , Diane and I went for a drive in the country on Saturday .
That sounds nice . Where did you go ?
We drove to the lake and had a picnic . We had a great time ! How about you ? Did you do anything special ?
Not really . I just worked on my car all day .
That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ?
But then what would I do every weekend ?
I like almost all kinds of music . But I like country music best .
There was a concert country music last week .
I wish I had been there !
I like it , too . But sometimes I enjoy jazz and classical music .
You have good taste in music .
Okay .
It ' s the one you like .
Wow ! It ' s really good for me , especially the living room . It is big enough to put all my stuff there . It ' s a deal ! I ' ll rent this one .
Okay . Now we need you to fill a form with your personal information . We need information like social insurance number ( Social security number in the US ) , your address , phone number , etc . We also need a security deposit of $ 200 . And you have to pay two months ' rent in advance for renting the first time . If there ' s nothing damaged , we ' ll give you back one month ' s rent when you move out . You ' ll be responsible for all the utilities . Do you want to sign a lease today ?
Sure !
Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ' t get your deposit back .
Okay . Thank you for your reminder .
You ' re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in .
Thank you again .
Well , let me see . What price range do you have in mind ?
I want to stay under $ 20 .
How about this one ? This is just $ 20 . It's worth every penny of it .
Here you are .
Excuse me , sir . This is your passport .
Really ? Ugh ... Is there any difference ?
Yes . As a matter of fact , you can't board the plane without boarding pass .
Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room .
I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass .
But when does the plane take off ?
Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir .
Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head .
Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion .
Is that me ?
Could be .
Oh , thank God . Thank you , I'll be right back .
Good morning . Mr . Green . My name is Helen . What can I do for you ?
I read in the poster that you're looking for a student to work as a language assistant .
Yes . Are you interested in the job ?
I think so . But before I apply , could you tell me more about the work ?
Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ?
I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school .
Good . There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one . If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ?
How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ?
Ten hours a week . From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week .
OK , I'll take it .
Fine . Please fill out the application form .
Because it was her husband who beat her .
It is incredible .
She said that she didn ' t want to foul her own nest .
I read everything I can get my hands on but I like love stories best . What do you think about the love stories ?
I hate to tell you this , but they are nothing but sob stories .
I don't think so . I like them . Then what's your favorite book ?
I'm fond of history books .
Oh , the history books are dull to me .
Trust me . She'll keep nagging . She thinks something will go wrong .
Don't tell me she's been listening to the fortune-teller again .
You guessed it . She says we have to get married on January 2nd , or we'll have bad luck .
The day we choose to get married could never be an unlucky day .
My mom just wants everything to be perfect for us .
Why ? What are they like ?
They're incredibly selfish . They ' re always up until the wee hours of the night playing their music so loudly that I have to wear earplugs in order to fall asleep !
Have you ever talked to them about it ?
I tried to introduce myself to them when they moved in , but they were so arrogant that I didin't want to ever talk to them again !
What did they say ?
They both just talk about how great they are all the time .
They soud like the neighbours from hell !
They are ! Besides being loud and arrogant , they're also terrible gossips . They're always talking about everybody else in the apartment .
I thought you didn't talk to them much .
I don't , but they talk so loudly that I can hear what they're talking about from my bedroom - and it's not very nice .
What do the other people in your apartment think about them ?
Most of my other neighbours are scared of them .
Maybe you should think about moving .
I can't afford to move right now .
Well , perhaps you should have a party and try to get to know them better . Maybe once you get to know them , they'll turn out to be more sensitive .
I think you're being a bit optimistic . If you met them , you'd understand .
Well , I don't know what else you could do then . Do you think bribing them with chocolate would work ?
I took more than 10 subjects including Theoretical Economics , Political Economics , Western Economics , Statistics and so on . In addition to the courses of my major , I took minor courses too .
What courses did you minor in ?
I took computer science and English courses as my minor subjects .
Really ? OK , I will try my best to be relaxed .
What kind of wine do you offer ?
Here is the wine list .
Thanks .
What would you like ?
What do you recommend ?
What about cocktail ?
I'd like to try something typically Chinese .
I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China .
OK . Let me try it .
Here you are , sir .
Thank you .
Yes , it will take about four hours . We can leave about noon and get there by supper time .
Let me help pay for gas .
All right . There will be three of us going so we will each pay a third .
What other expenses will we have ?
There won't be many other expenses expect food .
Hi , Sterling !
What do you think of our new teacher ?
Professor Wood ? I think he's a brilliant scientist .
You're got a point there . But do you think he's a little absent-minded ?
I guess so .
Thank you , Mr . Jackson .
This is Nicola Grey , and this is Claire Taylor .
How do you do ? Those women are very hard-working . What are their jobs ?
They ' re keyboard operators . This is Michael Baker , and this is Jeremy Short .
How do you do ? They aren ' t very busy ! What are their jobs ?
They ' re sales reps . They are very lazy .
Who is this young man ?
This is Jim . He is our office assistant .
The Scholar ? Let me see . Oh ... yes , Of course I know . It ' s in the Lincoln Square .
Is that near here ?
Oh , yes . It ' s just a few minutes walk . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ' ll see it .
Thank you very much .
Sure , sweetie . What are you doing ?
I want to put this curtain up .
OK . Why don't you just hold the ladder , and I'll put it up .
Thanks , dear .
I like popular music best .
Me too .
Who is your favorite singer ?
Qi In is .
Do you know this song ?
Yes , I like it very much .
Let's sing it together , shall we ?
No problem .
Yeah . I'm really looking forward to it .
What was more exciting , starting college or starting work ?
They're pretty similar , but in different ways . I really can't decide . How about you ?
For me , I think starting school was more exciting .
Does that mean work isn't that great ?
It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it .
But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun .
That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce .
I hope you're right .
I think I am who you are looking for . You have got to be Rubin .
That would be me !
Rubin ! Karen and Mike have spoken about you so often that I feel like I've met you before .
I hope that what they had to say was mostly good !
They only said wonderful things about you . You did a good job of finding me .
Finding the beautiful woman in a red dress next to the fountain wasn't all that hard .
Yes , I guess it was a choice of me or the pigeons !
I was hoping that we could take a walk down the street to my favorite cafe .
Lunch sounds great ! Let's head on out !
Oh , there are so many good ones ! I loved the Spice Girls . They were so cool !
I agree ! I cried for a week when they broke up .
I was really sad too , but at least I can still listen to their Cds .
It looks very nice and the food looks delicious .
Yes , there might be some food you have never eaten before .
Really ?
Oh yes . Like this , for example . Have you ever eaten jellyfish before ?
No , I haven ' t . I have never eaten jellyfish before .
What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ' s brains ?
No , I have not and I ' m not sure I want to try them now .
It's about two or there blocks away from here .
How long will it take if I walk ?
It'll take you about 15 minutes .
Take bus 12 and get off at the terminal station .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
I'm looking for it , but you see , the market is hard up for jobs , too .
You liar , I saw you again in the inn . I bet you don't want to work at all .
I would like to open a checking account .
Ok , please just fill out this form and show us your ID card .
Here you are .
It's 89 yuan .
Do you have it in a larger size ?
Let me check .
Thanks , doc . I ' Ve got a really bad toothache ! I can ' t eat anything , and look , my face is all swollen . I think it might be my wisdom tooth .
Well , let ' s have a look . Open wide . Hmm ... this doesn ' t look good . Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We ' ll need to put in a filling before it gets any worse , and the crown probably needs to be refitted . I ' m going to order some x-rays .
Is it gonna hurt ?
No , not at all ! Just lay back and relax .
Maybe you should look around for an outlet .
That is a wonderful idea .
Outlets have more reasonable prices .
Thank you for your help .
No problem . Good luck .
Let's stop the car and enjoy it for a minute .
Here is a good place . Let's get out .
Wow . We don't get to see this in the city !
Mother Nature is quite an artist .
Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink !
Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere !
Where is our camera ? Let's see if we can catch this on film !
Hello , Hong Lei . My name's Ricky .
Hi Ricky . Are you a new student here ?
Yes , I had my first lesson this morning . Are you a new student too ?
No , I've been here for six months .
Six months . That's a long time .
It's not so long really . What class are you in ? Intermediate or ... ?
Intermediate Three . And what about you ?
I'm in Advanced One . Who's your teacher ?
I can't remember her name , but she's got curly red hair .
Ah ! Does she wear glasses ?
Yes , I think so .
That's probably Anne Wallis .
Yes that's right . Do you know her ? Is she your teacher too ?
No . But she taught me last term . How long have you been here ?
Only a week .
Wow , not long . Where do you live ? With a family ?
Well , I'm staying at the YMCA at the moment . I'm looking for somewhere more permanent . Do you know of any good places ?
Yes . Actually my friend has a spare room in here apartment and she's looking for a flatmate . Would you like her phone number ?
That would be great ! Thanks for your help . Can I buy you coffee ?
Yes .
How do you feel about it ?
It is really a hard nut to crack . The problem is that the crime was done without leaving any trace .
Not really , but I know it is very popular a traditional Chinese gambling game .
Yes , some friends play it all day , all night , and sometimes a whole weekend . I tried to read about some basic rules online , but it is hard to understand . So I went to watch people play yesterday only to find I was even more confused . I think I have to work hard on those rules and more learning by doing . Practice makes the master .
Typical Francis , whether you are at work , or engaged in leisure time activities , you always show the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new and improve yourself .
It is important to keep your mind up-to-date and active .
Our meal was absolutely perfect !
How about a dessert to top off that wonderful meal ?
Dessert sounds perfect , but I would like to split something with my friends .
On this evening's dessert list , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp .
I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful .
One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ?
We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ?
How about some coffee and tea as well ?
We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas .
I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away .
The hot drinks first would be great . Thanks !
I am the apartment manager . How can I help you ?
I wanted to know if that apartment on Main Street is still for rent .
I haven't rented it out yet . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I want to see it .
How about today at 6 p . m . ?
That time is okay with me .
Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ?
No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work .
If you're interested , you can fill out an application form .
That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ?
No . The only thing I need to see is your driver's license .
The Chinatown in Vancouver is the second largest Chinatown in the North America .
Oh Jackie ? We broke up last week .
That was a short relationship . You only started dating 2 months ago .
It was actually a long two months . She was a psycho .
What do you mean ?
She would be laughing one moment , and if I said something insensitive , she would start crying . I didn't want to deal with that .
She sounds very emotional .
She was a psycho , man . One time we were suppose to get together . I was waiting for her call , and when she finally called , she was screaming why I wasn't at her place .
Were you suppose to be there ?
I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping . It was a misunderstanding . She was literally screaming on the phone over this .
Ok . You're right . She's a psycho .
I'm just glad it's over .
I want to save some US dollars into my account .
That's fine . Is it a Time Deposit ?
Yes , that's what my husband advised me to do . But I'm not sure how long I should save for .
Well , we offer 5 grades as standard
Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ?
For 6 months we can offer you 0 . 59 % .
That sounds fine to me . Yes , I think 6 months is the way to go .
You mean you want to stay at home ?
Yes , exactly .
I thought maybe you were interested in an outing .
For a local paper in York called the York Herald . Actually , I started with them as an intern in the beginning . I was really keen on getting some experience in the journalistic world , and this seemed like a good first step .
Certainly . And after your internship ?
They seemed impressed , and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter . I ended up staying two years there actually . I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper . I really enjoyed it there , and it really helped me build my skills .
Yes I see . But you decided to leave them in 2006 , right ?
Yes , that ' s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London .
The London Weekly right ?
Yes , in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future .
It ' s nice to meet you , too , Ms . Green . This company seems so big right now ; I don ' t know how I ' ll ever get used to it .
After a week , you ' ll be running around here like a pro . Let me give you this list of departments first , next to each department is its location and the name of the manager .
Great -- That ' ll be big help .
Yes .
Would you like an appetizer ?
Yes . I'd like a crab cocktail .
Would you like some soup first ?
Very well .
What kind of soup would you like ?
I want egg soup .
Have you decided on anything ?
I'd like to have some meat .
How about stewed-fried steamed pork ?
No , thank you .
Are you interested in today's special ?
What is it ?
Twice cooked spicy pork slices .
OK . Let me try it .
Anything else ?
No , thank you
Which subway should I take to get to the East Side ?
Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
And then she made the deal with MicroPower . Vince wanted to sell for fifteen million ...
Fifteen ? And Zina pushed them up to seventy-five ?
That's right . Vince still stops by her office every day to thank her .
Anyway , I'm still happy I left . I'm working as a freelancer now .
You really should have stayed with us , Dave .
Beauty costs , dear ! What do you think of this dress ? Do you think it suits me ?
yeah , it's lovely , but to be frank , it's not the most practical . You don't have many formal events in your calendar , do you ?
come on , you sound like my Mom . Look at that , it's beautiful !
when you buy clothes , you must think about the material , quality and price .
maybe you have a point .
make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions .
all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral !
that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater .
oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert .
exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it .
why not try it on ?
it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ?
yes .
I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home .
What ?
I've never heard Mary cursed anybody . But I heard she cursed another driver when she drove me back home today .
Oh . Why did she do that ?
The car behind ours suddenly accelerated and hit our Car .
I'm getting sick of work man . I can't take the political bull in the company any more .
Did you just get your review or something ?
Yeah , but that's not why I am upset . I just found out another guy got a promotion . He doesn't know how to do anything . He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long .
That sucks .
I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies .
Look on the bright side . At least you have a job .
Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it .
Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight .
How about a cold bottle of beer .
Now you're talking .
Sorry , I'm engaged for the foxtrot . Will the next Walls be all right ?
Certainly .
Come on , Brenda ! Never say die .
Do you want to know the honest answer ?
Why wouldn't I want to know ?
You had pretty bad scores .
Exactly what do you mean by bad ?
You failed .
How'd I fail it ?
There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass .
What did I do wrong ?
To sum it all up , you really just don't know how to drive .
Thanks . Will I be able to take a retest ?
Sure you can , in about two and a half weeks .
I'd rather say it's confusing . what are those ' strict nutrition philosophies ' about ?
I believe they are careful calculations on proteins , vitamins and calories .
Probably , Rose . That must be the job of nutritionists .
Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves . So we are free to have whatever foods we love . It is unbelievable .
Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food .
Seriously ?
Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so .
Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet .
Absolutely right . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine .
But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body .
Cloudy in the morning , overcast in the afternoon .
Any rain ?
No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
It means young girls . That's where you'll find clothes for young girls .
But I can't find anything in my size here .
You're small , but you're not a child .
Well , there's nothing I can do about my height !
There's a petite section that you an check out .
What's in the petite section ?
It has clothes in small sizes for small women .
Why ?
Because the houses look so nice at Christmas time .
Yes , they do . Do you have a Christmas tree this year ?
Yes , we have a big tree this year . I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday . Do you want to come and see it ?
I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother .
When can you come ?
I don't know when I can come . I'll let you know later .
Well , Mr . Parsons , as I mentioned before I ' m someone who needs new challenges . I ' m really focused and hard-working . I think my academic results prove this .
Yes , true , but how about other personal qualities ?
Well , I believe I ' m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ' m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ' m fun to work with .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Okay , let's go home .
I'd like to have Chinese food .
Are you going to have this set course or have dinner in the dining room ?
Right here , please .
Please put down the table in front of you . It's more comfortable that way .
Oh , thank you . So nice you are .
It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ?
I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ?
Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal .
Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste .
OK , enjoy yourself , sir .
Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is .
It is beef . Do you like it ?
That's OK . Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help .
OK .
Hi , David . You are very difficult to reach . I called several times . But I kept getting a busy signal . Is your phone out of order ?
No , not out of order . But we seem to have a bad connection on the phone line . I can ' t hear you clearly .
Ok . Let me call you later . Is that okay ?
Sure . Thanks .
cool down , Harry ! What are you really mad about ? Did you get ripped off ?
yes . Last Sunday I went to a nearby market . It was on open-air fair . I chanced upon this bag and bought it on the spot , without even trying to strike a bargain . I paid one hundred and twenty . And just
is that so ? I'm afraid people here will not take pity on unlucky guys like you . Bargaining has always been an indispensable procedure in business deals . It's the norm of free trade . The seller sets
but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin ?
of course , that's something really irritation . And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff . I recommend you to consult the price tags in the superb
Are you going to cook anything ?
I didn't plan on cooking tonight .
If you're hungry , then cook something .
I don't know what to make .
Tell me what you want to eat .
I've been craving chicken and potatoes .
I'd like that .
Are you going to cook it tonight ?
I'm really not going to cook tonight .
Okay , I guess I'll cook .
Why don't you start cooking then ?
Yes . Do you have any seats available on a flight for Beijing leaving at 15
Sure we do . First-class or economy ?
One economy , please .
I'm glad you came . You're welcome anytime .
Thanks . By the way , tell your wife she throws a great party .
I will . See you later .
Here you are .
Where are you coming from ?
China .
Is this your country of birth or residence .
I just work there .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
I'm here on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay in the United States ?
Almost three weeks .
Sir , you didn't fill out the information on your arrival card of where you will be staying .
Oh , I'm sorry , but there are a couple of different places I will travel to within the United States , so I wasn't sure what to put .
You must specify an address of the place where you will spend most of your time .
Ok , here you are .
Do you have enough means to support yourself while you are here ?
Yes . I have some travellers cheques and two credit cards .
Very good . Do you have anything to declare ?
Nope . I only have my clothes and camera !
Very well sir , welcome to the United States , enjoy your visit .
There will probably be a book list in the bookstore . Do you have your class schedule handy ?
No , I don't have that .
To get started , take that list over to the bookstore . Do you know where the bookstore is ?
I am not sure where the bookstore is .
When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ?
Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ?
If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ?
I think maybe I could be there .
I am free at 1
Maybe that would work .
I'll catch you later then . Have a wonderful morning .
I'm out of work at the moment .
Why ?
I was fired last week .
I'm sorry to hear that .
It doesn't matter .
What's your plan now ?
After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job .
Best wishes for you .
Thank you .
I am so sorry about that . It was just a slip of the tongue .
Yes . I'd like to see one of those ties .
You mean this one ?
Yes .
It's pretty , isn't it ? It's made of pure silk and it's on sale .
OK . I'll take it . Will you gift-wrap this , please ?
Could you take it to that counter , please ?
I am sorry , I didn ' t catch what you said . Could you repeat it please ?
The Grand hotel , is it far from here ?
Sorry , my English isn ' t so good . Could you speak a little slower ?
How long have you been like this ?
Two or three days now .
I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it going around .
What do you think I ought to do ?
Get this prescription filled and go straight to bed .
Thanks , doctor . Is there anything I can take for this headache ?
Some aspirin or Panadol should help . You can pick some up at the pharmacy when you go to fill your prescription .
Okay .
Goodbye , Randy . Take care .
Aren't you the pot calling the kettle black ? You're wearing my pants right now !
I've got a suit , a woolen sweater and a white shirt to wash .
OK , let me see . This white shirt can be washed in water with hands , but this suit and the woolen sweater should be dry-cleaned .
That's OK . But that must be costly .
Yes , the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering . But for suits and sweaters , you can only take them to the dry cleaners ' .
Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer .
Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually .
I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash .
Never mind . You can leave them to me .
Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing .
It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know .
I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ?
That will be 80 Yuan altogether . Here is your invoice .
What are you so excited about ?
I ' m standing in front of an exquisite work of art !
What ' s the big deal ? It ' s just a picture of some woman .
I ' Ve seen it so many times in books , but I never imagined I ' d get to see it in person .
There are tons of other paintings that I think are better .
Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ?
No , how much is it worth ?
About 80 million dollars .
Whoa .
What did I do ? I haven't done anything .
You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs .
What do you mean ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
The People's Park is located on Nanjing Road , near Limbo road , just on the opposite side of the International Hotel .
How long will it take me to get there ?
Only about twenty minutes .
I'm not going in the wrong direction , am I ?
No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please .
May I take a bus to get there ?
You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there .
OK . Thank you a lot .
That won't be a problem . Could you please tell me your name ?
John Sandals . That's S A N D A L S .
Sir , I'm Michelle , and I run the front desk . Please tell me the days you'll be here .
I'll be there in April Friday through Monday , the 14th through the 17th .
We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ?
Possibly . What's the actual price ?
The price will be $ 308 a night .
$ 308 ! That's not bad .
Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , definitely !
Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ?
Yes , that'll be just fine .
One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number .
It's 626-555-1739 .
Let me repeat that 626-555-1739 . Okay , sir , we look forward to seeing you in April !
I am afraid there isn ' t .
That ' s too bad . Is there a desk in the living room then ?
There is a desk and two chairs .
Where are the chairs ?
They are behind the door .
Yes , but I'm not sure what exactly I would need .
You could consider adding a painting program to your software . It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising .
That would be a definite bonus .
You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now .
How can we do that ?
You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ?
No .
Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds .
That sounds great . Thanks .
I ' Ve cut it up and come to the conclusion that hi is actually sick of Jenny ' s brother . But he likes Jenny . She is a big apple in his eye .
Love me , love my dog . He ' s a sensible kind man .
That ' s why many people look up to him .
Sure , I ' ll catch the train . If I can ' t catch the train , I ' ll get a taxi .
Do you think the taxi driver will understand you ?
If he doesn ' t understand me , I ' ll show him the office address on my business card .
Ok but how will we know if you are going to be late ?
I ' ll call you if I ' m delayed .
Oh , just looking at these club notices . I'm thinking of joining one . Hey-why don't we join a club together ? How about the Tennis Club ?
Actually , I'm not good at tennis at all ...
Neither am I . It's just that the best-looking girls are in that club .
Oh , come on . That's no reason to do something you're not interested in .
Well ... What are you interested in ?
How about the Classical Music Club ?
Joanna , give me a break .
Hey-how about the Cinema Club ?
Sounds OK to me . I like movies . Hey , Joanna , look - there are a lot of decent-looking guys here . And the club jackets - they're really hot ! I think we made the right choice !
How about this product selling from last month on ?
It's selling like hot cakes , and we have lots of regulars now . Would you like to place a trial order ?
Am . Well , can I have a try of the sample free of charge ?
Yes , we have the free samples for customers . And you can have a try .
Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample .
Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample .
OK .
I don ' t think so , Mr . Parsons . I think you have covered all the main points for me .
Okay well listen , here is my business card with my mobile number . If any other questions spring to mind don ' t hesitate to contact me . Of course you can also call Miss Childs too .
Great . Rmm , when can I expect to hear from you ?
Well , we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow , so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week . Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday . How does that so
That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons .
The pleasure ' s all mine , Rebecca .
I hope to hear from you very soon .
Absolutely . Thanks for coming Rebecca . Goodbye .
I need to report a missing Bank Card and Book .
OK Sir . Could you tell me the account holder's name , the account number , the amount in the account and your PIN number , please ?
Well , the account's in my name . Patrick Dean , that's D-E-A-N . The account number is 15273478841 . There was about 20,000 RIB inside .
OK , Sir . Almost there , I just need your PIN number . When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number . It's a very simple procedure .
OK , it's 672910 .
Helen , why do you keep flushing the toilet ? What's wrong ?
I just can't stand it . It's really gross in here ! There ' s a stain on the toilet seat , and the floor was wet and slippery . So I cleaned it !
You did what ? Helen , I know it's gross , but I ' Ve seen many public washrooms that are much worse . Why are you cleaning the counter top ? are you out of your mind ?
I can't help myself ; it's just so disgusting in here !
Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ?
Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor .
You're such a neat freak ! I'm outta here !
I watched it happen .
Really ?
Yes . I was right there .
What did you see ?
This guy tried to rob the bank .
I can't believe it .
I was really scared when he pulled the gun out .
What happened next ?
He tried to leave with the money .
Did he get caught ?
They caught him before he could walk through the front door .
Yes . This is the first time I've come here . Could you please tell me something about it ?
Sure Those who have heart disease or high blood pressure are not allowed to take sauna , for their sake .
Thank you for telling me about this . What should I do here ?
First , change your shoes to slippers . Then walk up to the changing room to get prepared for a shower .
OK . How about after the shower ?
After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin .
That sounds comfortable .
Yes , then enter the bathroom , There is a stove tired with wood in the room , and on the top of the stove , there is a pile of stones , which keep the heat . Throw some water on the stones , and dry steam is given off .
Although I am a little shocked , I can deal with it pretty well . I didn't perform as well as I should have in the interview .
Maybe . But you should not withdraw forever just because you failed once .
OK , thank you , I'll try if there were other chances .
That's true . You need to take some time off to relax .
You said it . I'm looking forward to my annual vacation .
When are you going to take your vacation ?
Later this month . I can't wait !
I really envy you . You know I'm not taking my vacation until December .
Yes , ma ' am . How may I help you ?
I need to place an order for a couple of sandwiches and drinks . Can you deliver ?
Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ' am .
I've worked in the Production Department for two years .
Could you introduce your biggest accomplishments in your last job ?
Working with my colleagues , we were able to increase the production efficiency by 5 % .
Great ! Could you tell me your educational background ?
Yes . I got a bachelor's degree in English from Beijing University .
Why are you willing to work for our company ?
I can get more promotion in your company .
OK , that's all . We'll inform you in two days .
Thank you .
The crab soup is quite delicious . It ' s always a favorite with our customers .
I'm afraid I don't like seafood quite well . Would you suggest some others ?
Well , why not try Spaghetti Bolognese ?
OK . I will follow your advice .
I was born in London , but I spent most of my childhood in Hongkong .
What was your childhood like ?
I had a pretty strict up-bring , and my parents and I were always fighting about it .
Do you get along with your parents now ?
Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature .
What ' s your current occupation ?
I ' m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books
Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ?
No , I didn ' t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge .
How did you start writing ?
I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky .
Are you writing a book now ?
Yes , it ' s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have
Sounds interesting .
Of course . Please sit down . How can I help you ?
I bought a house recently and would like to insure it and its content .
I see . Here ' s a pamphlet about our home insurance policy . We ' Ve named our policy " umbrella " . May I ask how much you paid for your home and where you live ? These are the two main thing that decide how much your premiums are .
I understand . I live in the Oakfield area and paid $ 100,000 for my home .
Let me just check that on my computer . Oakfield is a low risk area , so your premiums will probably be around $ 100 a month . The other thing to take into account is deductibles .
In this pamphlet it says that the minimum amount for deductibles is $ 2000 . what does that mean exactly ?
It means That the first $ 2000 of any claim you make must be paid by you . The insurance policy covers any amount above that , up to the agreed limit .
Oh , I see . That ' s fine . What is the advantage of having higher deductibles ?
If you have higher deductibles , your premium are lower , because you will pay more of the claim and we will pay less .
It seems that I should do some calculations before deciding . I presume that the insurance period can be for as long as we agree .
We initially sign one-year policies with our policyholders . These are renewable after the first year .
If I have a claim , how long does it take to make a settlement ? I ' Ve heard that with some insurance companies , it can take months .
That is of great concern to out clients . We aim to satisfy all claims within a month , but we can ' t guarantee that
What scene ?
A kitten being run over by a truck .
I ' m in a bit of a hurry , Louise . Can it wait ?
I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It ' s about the overtime you ' Ve asked me to put in .
All right . Why don ' t you have a seat ? What ' s the problem ?
Just so so . There are no exciting things for me .
I've said you will enjoy your life here !
I surely will . By the way , is the party like this held every weekend in our neighborhood ?
Oh , I've forgotten to tell you . The party is held every other week . And every family gives their own performance each time .
My children would like that ; they like dancing very much .
That's good !
Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ?
Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin .
Really ?
He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself .
He performs very well . He is so funny !
OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family !
OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ?
Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour .
OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot !
You are welcome ! We are neighbors !
As of today it is . Memorial Day marks the end of the school year and the beginning of summer .
So it's time for the kids to get outdoors ...
... and for us to get tans in our new bikinis .
Not this Taiwanese girl . We don't like to get suntans .
That's smart these days with all the news on skin cancer . Hey , there's everybody ! We made it !
I beg your pardon ?
Your seat is in the non-smoking section . So , please refrain from smoking .
Oh , I see . Since I'm a heavy smoker , may I change my seat ?
Then , I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment , please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
Over here , Betty !
Hi , Rock Sam ! Hey , I am surprised to see you doing so well .
Haha . Don ' t worry , Betty . So tell me , what ' s the latest gossip ? Unless you want to keep it to yourself .
No way . Alisan Darling just got hitched in Vagas .
No kidding ! What happened to Ad ?
Darling found out he was having a fling , and one new girl found out about Darling she dumped him too .
Was , talk about a double whammy .
Ya . And now I can break this to you . Fanny is moving .
Oh , right . What a load off my mind . I really don ' t like her .
Well I have to go , Rock Sam . You take it easy , OK .
Thanks for the visit , Betty .
And what does that entail ?
It's actually a Deposit Account that links to your Margin Account , the one you have with the Securities Company . You can transfer the money you have in your account into your Fund Account .
How can I do that ?
You can use your Deposit Book or your Credit Card . And of course , you can use our e-banking .
Good morning , doctor . I feel terrible . I ' Ve god a cold and I have a rash here on my neck . I ' m not sleeping well either . What do you think the problem could be ?
I ' d say you ' Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason . Have you been taking anything for your cold ?
Yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ' s . I ' Ve been taking it for three days .
Good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a few days off work .
Have you been working hard recently ?
Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
Good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ?
I have a bad headache , but ...
Don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ' d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription .
Thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
You could try shopping at a flea market .
What's that ? I've never heard of such a thing .
A flea market is an outdoor place where people sell all kinds of used stuff .
OK , Where can I find one ?
Well , you can check the local paper or search ' flea market ' online .
Thank you . Same to you .
Have you got any plans ?
I've been invited over to a friend's , and you ?
My roommate's having a party .
Can you believe I'm going to America ?
That sounds great .
Yes , I'm really excited .
Yes , He had just bought a new motorcycle .
Did he let you ride it ?
Yes , I tried it and I quite liked it .
Weren ' t you frightened ?
Sure . But I still liked it .
Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ?
No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ' d like to buy a bicycle .
But why ? Since you like it so much .
Because bicycles are safer .
Yes , I would like to schedule an appointment for you to come in and talk with me .
Is something wrong with me ?
No , sometimes the test results aren ' t clear and we need to do more to get a clearer picture .
Can we talk about it now ?
I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look .
When can I come and see you ?
You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you .
Now I know that something bad is up !
Just relax . We will talk about it this afternoon .
I wouldn't say so .
What do you mean ?
Well , I thought he was , but he ends up to be a con man .
It's a little embarrassing really ; you see I think I've got a counterfeit note .
Do you remember where you got it ?
No , I don't . Usually I'm very careful about checking the money I'm given , but for some reason this one slipped through .
Counterfeit notes these days can be very sophisticated and difficult to spot with the naked eye . But I must warn you that if it does show to be a counterfeit I have no option but to confiscate it .
I understand . To be honest , I'll be glad to get rid of it if it is a fake .
The machine shows it to be counterfeit . You'll need to fill in this form and I'll give you a receipt to show the money has been confiscated .
Sure . What do you want to have today ?
Cream soup and steak , please .
How do you like your steak ?
Excuse me , what does that mean ?
Well , there are several kinds of steaks . For example , you can have your steaks medium-rare , medium-well or well-done .
Thanks for your explanation , I would like it well-done .
Really ? What a shame ! I thought she was going to win this one .
Me , too . I'm sure she'll do better in the next tournament .
The brain !
That's right , the brain ! It serves as a control center for the body , handling the processes of the central nervous system as well as cognition . Then what major organ is in our chest ?
The heart !
Very good ! It pumps blood throughout the body , using the circulatory system such as blood vessels and veins . Now let's not forget that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart and body to keep us alive ! Now what about the organs that help us digest food ?
The stomach and intestines !
Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ?
Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder !
Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed .
So what do these organs do , teacher ?
Well , mumm , they ... Time for a break ! We can talk about it when you get back .
We broke up .
Yes , I did . I passed !
Congratulations ! I knew you could do it .
Well , I certainly couldn't have done it without your help . You are the best tutor I've ever had .
Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it .
You deserve credit , too . I've learned so much from You .
Hey , Andrew . How's everything with work ?
Ok , I guess . My boss has been on my back recently .
Really ? What's he been doing ?
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
You could have tried to explain to him about the new programmers .
Elvin doesn't want any programming help . He wants all the glory for himself .
You might be right . He does think pretty highly of himself .
Did you hear the names he was calling me ?
I heard . But did you have to tear out his nose ring ?
Yes . I once worked in a small stock exchange . My work is very simple .
Didn't you like it ?
No , I thought it too dull . Also I didn't think it was challenging enough .
What made you make a decision to leave ?
The stock exchange where I worked was too small My further promotion was impossible . I am able of more responsibilities , so I decided to leave .
What kind of bus pass would you like to buy ?
What are the different kinds ?
You can get a day , weekly , monthly , or student pass .
Could I get a student pass , please ?
Sure , can I see your student ID ?
Sure , here it is .
Very good .
How much for the pass ?
It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 .
Okay , I'll take it .
Thank you for your purchase .
You are welcome .
OK . How about this diamond necklace ?
I prefer a diamond mounted in a ring .
Then . I'm sure you will like this one .
Do you guarantee its quality ?
Sure . This is the warranty . The cut , color , clarity , weight and the manufacturer of the diamond are all indicated in this document .
I'm watching TV .
You're supposed to clean your teeth before you go to bed .
I will .
And don't ever forget it .
Great . Thanks .
May I help you with something ?
I would like to transfer some money .
Where would you like to transfer money from ?
Take it from my savings account .
Where would you like the money transferred ?
I want it transferred into my checking account .
How much would you like to transfer ?
I would like to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all today ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
I don't think so . Did you ever go and look at your stamp ?
And let them ruin my life ? Forget it !
But you've been looking for that stamp for years .
It's not worth it . Besides , I have to save up to pay for some bills .
Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck .
Yeah . Well , I'll see you this weekend .
I am going to the Capital Hotel .
Get in . I will take you there .
About how much it will cost ?
$ 50 .
On the meter ?
Ye , of course .
OK . let ' s go .
I wish to buy a diamond ring .
How many carats would you like it to be ?
I want five carats .
Is this one suitable for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned to my fiancee .
What about this ?
It seems too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Then you can buy this one . It's very nice and latest in style .
Oh , this one is perfect .
I see . Well , can I have a look at your phone ? Unfortunately , this phone can ' t be used in the US , it ' s not compatible with our 3G network .
What ? Really ? I don ' t really want to have to buy a new phone .
Well , you ' re in luck ! You see , if you sign up for our three-year plan , we ' ll throw in a handset for free .
Really ? What ' s the catch ?
There ' s no catch ! You just choose a plan , sign a three-year contract and , that ' s it ! Actually , we ' re running a special promotion right now , and we ' re giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan .
So what does this plan include ?
Well , you get nine hundred anytime minutes , and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients , one thousand text messages per month , and unlimited evening and weekend minutes . Oh , and we also offer a rollover option .
Wow , all this for forty dollars per month ?
That ' s right , plus the activation fee , the emergency services fee , the monthly service fee , oh , and any charges for extra minutes , and ...
Excuse me , Miss . Can you show me my seat ?
Let me have a look at your boarding pass . It's E - 6 , the sixth seat by the aisle .
Thanks a lot .
Sorry , I'm afraid that I've got plans tonight .
What are you doing ?
I'm going to my parents ' house for my father's birthday .
How old is he today ?
It's his 50th birthday .
Well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
Sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
Well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
Sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
Sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
Sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
Yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
Say hello to your friends for me .
Likewise . See you later .
Bye !
Sure . Go back and take the third turning on the left .
Thank you very much . I have been wondering here for almost half an hour .
It is really like a labyrinth .
How can I forget my old friend ?
My best wishes to you and the bride !
Thank you very much .
Sure . May I see your receipt ?
Here you are .
That's right . Try it on .
Well , I think the waist is a little tight and the sleeves are too long .
Really ? Let me see .
What will you discuss at the meeting ?
We'll talk about the financial report for the first half of the year .
And anything else ?
We'll also discuss the personnel plan for the second half of the year .
That's all ?
Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them .
OK .
No , I've only washed my whites .
When you wash your dark clothes , can you put some of mine in ?
Sure . Is there any extra care that I should take with your clothes ?
Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle .
How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ?
There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ?
It's really only a small load .
Do you mind washing my clothes ?
Not at all . It's no problem .
Thank you so much .
It's no trouble at all .
Is it a Chinese New Year's gift or a birthday gift ?
Well , it's a wedding gift .
Oh , I see . Let me guess ... something sexy for the new bride on her first night of marriage ?
Basically . But I have no idea what to get ! She's American and kind of ...
Well-endowed ? Don't worry . I have some bras with bigger cup sizes in the back .
I was born in Beijing , but I spent most of my childhood in London .
What was your childhood like ?
I had a pretty strict upbringing , and my parents taught at universities so they have extremely high expectations for me .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation ?
No , I didn ' t . I started working at a university in London but as time went by , I found I did not really like my job . I decided to explore other fields . Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge .
Do you like your current job ?
Yes , I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities . I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company .
Hello , Todd !
Matt , I'm going to ask you some questions about pet . First question , do you have a pet ?
Yes , in fact , my mom's house we have three , three pets . two dogs and a cat . My family actually raises dogs for helping blind people .
Wow , like how do they train the dogs ?
How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school .
Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ?
Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training .
Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ?
Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile .
Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ?
I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what .
Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ?
Well , I guess if you are Sigrid and Roy you can keep a tiger or lion . I guess all types of things don't they .
What's wrong , Julia ?
My colleagues quickly get promotions , while I always get sidelined . I don't know what to do anymore .
Don't give up so soon .
But I don't know what else I can do . I am willing to work hard . Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy .
Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from .
Tell that to my boss .
Do you know Abraham Lincoln ?
Yes .
He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States .
He was also assassinated because of his views .
He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit .
Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion .
That's the spirit . Never give up on your dream .
Good afternoon . My name is Monica . I am here for the job interview at 2 PM .
Ok , please first fill in the form and return it to me . You can do it in the next door .
Done . Here is my paper .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the questionnaire and it lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
Yes , you're at the right stop .
Thank you .
Are you new here ?
Yes .
Have you got small change ? They require exact fare .
Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ?
One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box .
I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ?
It runs every ten minutes . Oh , here comes the bus .
Direct or non-direct ?
Is there any discount for a non-direct flight ?
Yes . Right now it's the slack season so we will give you ten percent off .
What if I buy around ticket ? Can you offer me some more ?
Sure . you can get a further discount at 5 % .
You don ' t like the dog ? I promise I will never bring it with me !
You're screwed . You can't do anything about that . You have to hope that you get some classes that will be useful .
Do you think going to the registration building will help at all ?
No . They will tell you the same thing in a worse way .
Did you register yet ?
Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss .
What classes do you think are still open ?
Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology .
That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester .
I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full .
He does that ?
I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class .
That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help .
No problem , man .
They're discussing whether they should replace Miss Smith , the Music teacher .
Why ?
Because she's not responsible enough .
Thanks , Denise . Actually , I was really surprised . I mean , there were a lot of qualified people out there .
Sure . But the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it !
Thanks a lot . I expect to see your name nominated pretty soon , too . You ' Ve been doing some great work !
Not bad at all .
Yes , of course . The dressing room is over there .
Maybe it was Dick .
I don't think so . Dick has been on the ball and never does things like that .
Then it must be a naughty boy who did it .
Yes . Work starts at eight and I arrive home after six .
So you have to work all day .
I can take a break at lunch time , but it is only 30 minutes .
I see you sometimes work on weekends , too .
Yes , I really don't like it .
Why don ' t you find a new career where you can do what you enjoy , being outside working during the day ?
What do you suggest ? I can ' t afford to quit my job until I get a new one .
Maybe you have two choices . You could attend school during the day , or you could get a position that provides training .
Yes , they are the latest designs . Would you like to try them on ?
I want to try on this pair .
The oval shape one ?
That's right .
I think it suits you well .
I agree , but I like wire frames .
How about this ? They're the same shape .
Spacious , bright and clean . And the walls were newly painted .
Have you ever seen such a nice house ?
Not really .
This is the kitchen . Every - thing's new .
It's great !
I graduated from Songhua University .
When did you graduate ?
I graduated from it in 2002 .
Quite well . I made good records in college . I won the scholarship in every semester .
In addition to your major , did you have other fields to study ?
Yes , I had taken finance courses in a training school . Compound talents are needed in the society and I must study continually to keep abreast with the times .
Yes , please . That would be a great help . Are you sure you don ' t mind ?
Not at all . I ' ll be glad to do it .
Thank you very much .
Shall I write out again first ?
No , there ' s no need .
Can I print it ?
No , don ' t bother . It ' s all right as it is .
Not at all . What would you like to see first ?
I really don't know .
Let's walk around the lake first , shall we ?
Yes , that would be lovely .
Have you been here before ?
No , it's the first time I've been here .
I will take you to Li River after walking around here .
That's wonderful ! I have heard the scene of Li River is beautiful !
Yes , you'll be in a different world there .
I doubt if I can pass it .
Don't be so worried , You know Professor Robert is not too strict .
But I often skip his classes , and he doesn't like me .
I hope you'll do better in the final .
I must , if I want to pass the course .
There are such shops living on selling parts . I don ' t like their service either . All they want is your money . But in the long run , they will be losing costumers . Anyway , car service business is new in China . We all have to control what they are doing . Otherwise , they will not improve .
Is it possible to make a compliant call to some organization what it ' s someone gets rip-off .
Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help .
I'd love to .
Let's say about 6:00 ?
That's OK with me .
Yes , would you like to tell me what's playing for tonight ?
Sure . There is a folk concert tonight .
Are there any good seats left ?
Sorry . There are only some seats in the back .
Well , what time does it begin ?
It begins at 7 p . m ..
OK . I see .
How many tickets do you want ?
Just two .
OK . Fifty yuan for each .
Here is the money .
Off campus or on campus ?
I need to find a space on campus .
Why don't you park in the parking structure for students ?
Where is the parking structure at ?
It's on the west side of the campus .
Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ?
It was empty last time I went up there .
How long ago was that ?
I went up there early this morning .
Do you think it'll be full now ?
It might be . You'll have to go see for yourself .
Yes . I'd like to make a reservation to New York for 18th next month .
Please wait a moment . Let me check for you . The flight is FW 711 and it arrives at 10:00 am .
How long is that journey ?
14 hours .
Thank you .
It is beautiful .
You don ' t have any problems with how it looks ?
Actually , there is a problem .
Like what ?
There are some stains that were left in the carpet .
Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in .
Oh , is that right ?
Yes . Now what other problems do you have ?
That was the only problem that I saw .
Well , I ' m glad that everything else is to your liking .
I honestly love it .
Well , black is a better color than pink . Pink ' s for girls .
Then why are you wearing black shoes ?
Because ... oh , all right . You win . Let ' s pay for them and go .
Hey , thanks , mum .
I'm not sure . Let me have a look ... It could be a coffee grinder .
A coffee grinder ?
Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans .
Oh , that would be very useful .
Yes , you can find it at the entrance .
But there isn't a single one right now .
Ok , I'll get one for you .
thank you , I'll wait here .
Here it is . It ' s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment .
Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ?
We make deliveries only for bulk buying .
Is it free of charge ?
No , but the charge is rather low .
Ok , thank you .
What ?
A man sent Miss Smith flowers , and Bryan got kicked out of class !
Cool ! I wish I could have been there !
Me , too . I miss you . Are you any better ?
Yes . But if I have any more soup , I think I'll die .
Morning . What would you like for breakfast ?
I'm not quite hungry now . Let me think for a while .
Come on . We are going to be late .
Ok , Ok . Toast and egg .
Milk ?
No .
Hello , Mr . Stern . This is Hao Bo from the International Travel Agency . I have made the plane reservations for you .
Oh , good . Let me get a pencil and take down the information . Well , go ahead , please .
Okay . You'll be travelling on Northwest Airlines , flight number 222 .
What time does it leave ?
It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 .
That is good .
You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ?
That's right .
Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C .
Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ?
Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three .
Fine , thank you very much .
One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ?
Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern .
All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight .
Thanks .
Well , they ' re completely different . Reading is passive , and writing is active .
I don ' t think I understand what you mean . Could you explain a little more ?
In reading you need to recognize language by seeing the words on the page and knowing what they are . In writing you have to produce language , you have to create your own words on a blank page .
Oh , now I see what you mean . When you ' re reading , you are just looking , but when you are writing , you are actually doing something !
A reading knowledge of a language is larger and different from a writing knowledge . Don ' t you think so ?
I think I see what you mean . I can read Shakespeare but I definitely can ' t write it .
Exactly .
So I have another question for you . What do you think is harder , speaking or understanding ?
They ' re both harder than reading or writing .
In what way ?
Because they are direct communication with another person , and there ' s a time limit . This time limit is the most serious problem for foreigners , even for those who know lots of English .
You are making me feel really discouraged .
I ' m not trying to discourage you . I ' m trying to help you . You have to live with these difficulties . Isn ' t it better to know about them ? The more you know about what you have to face , the better you ' ll do . I promise !
But I like its color .
Anyway , it's my ideal coat . I'll take it .
I'll take one , too .
It can ' t be time to get up yet .
It is . Hurry up ! You ' ll be late for school .
What ' s the time ?
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Yes , could you cash these travaler's check for me , please ?
Sure . Please sign your name here ... and here .
Ok , here you are .
Thanks . How would you like them ?
It doesn't matter .
Yes , I am , and I am so excited .
Have you figured out who you ' re going to vote for ?
I love my candidate .
Why is that ?
My candidate is probably the most intelligent .
Is that right ?
I also agree with all his policies .
That ' s great !
I know he ' s going to be the next President .
Hopefully , he will be .
I can ' t wait to vote .
Thank you .
According to your performance , I decided to give you a salary increase . From next month , there will be a 2,000 yuan raise to your salary . Although your first raise might not sound considerable , the company believes that with your ability , sooner or later you'll get a better raise .
Thank you very much . Mr . George . As a newcomer , I understand that you have your consideration and I am satisfied with the raise .
I think you deserved this .
Thank you again . I'll keep doing my best .
I agree . I ' ll look in the paper .
A house would be great . I could plant a garden . And you could use the garage for a workshop .
Here ' s an interesting ad
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
I think it is easy . I could work in your class with no problem .
You thing so ?
Oh , without doubt . When is the next class ?
Tomorrow morning . Try it .
No problem .
Are you going to this class this morning ?
Of course , easy . No sweat .
You're no able to move after this class .
Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake .
You want to bet ?
Yeah , what't the bet ?
I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing .
I've been feeling under the weather recently . I caught a bad cold last week , and I still haven't got over it .
Well , you wanna take a sick leave ? All you need now is a good , long rest .
I guess so . Even though I seem to be over the worst of it . I don't want to give the bug to anyone in the office .
Good idea .
What do you mean ?
I was reading about how some people get tricked or drugged in their hotel rooms and have their organs removed ! Then they are sold on the black market .
Don't tell me you actually believe all that ? Don't be so gullible , they are just urban legends . They are just stories people make up to scare you .
Well , I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards ! Can you believe that ?
You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive !
Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster !
Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true , don't you think ?
Well , that's hard to say because there are so many good ones . I don't think I could pick a favorite .
You know what comedy I really like ? " Ace Ventura , Pet Detective . " I think Jim Carry is really funny .
Oh yeah , that's one of my favorite flicks . I think Jim Carry is one of the funniest comedians ever .
I agree . But even though I like comedies , I usually prefer more serious films . My favorite movie is " Titanic . "
Er , good morning , yes , er ...
I'm phoning about the job that was in the paper last night .
Oh , yes . Arm , well , could you tell me your name , please ?
Oh , Candida Fawcett .
Oh , yes . Arm , well , what exactly is it that interests you about the job ?
Well , I just thought that it was right up my street you know .
Really , mmmm . Arm , well , could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself ?
Yes , arm , I'm 23 . I've been working abroad , I'm um ...
Where exactly have you been working , please ?
No . Of course not . But what for ?
Well , I'm meeting some American friends next weekend .
I see . But I'm busy now . How about tomorrow ?
Oh , thank you .
Do you mind if we talk about your schedule tomorrow ?
That will be best . I'd like to have a good rest first .
And this is the schedule for Mrs . Watson . Eileen from our department will take care of her .
Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ?
All right . I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning .
Thank you . Is that a window table ?
Yes , just as you have ordered .
It's very nice of you .
To tell you the truth , it's the most tedious course i have ever had .
How could you manage to pass the exam ?
It is still a mystery to me .
I like music that has a fast beat and is lively , like dance music . You know , I go to a disco almost every week . Sometimes it ' s too loud though . You prefer classical music , don ' t you ?
yes , I do . I find it very relaxing . I often listen to Mozart or Bach in the evening after a hard day at work .
I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music . It ' s certainly more sophisticated that modern dance music .
classical music is supposed to be good for you brain . Research suggest that it makes your brain more active . Students who listen to classical music while studying perform better .
really ? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often . I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress .
yes . That ' s why I listen to it in the evenings . I usually play it as background music while I ' m cooking or doing other housework .
I ' Ve got a few classical music CD ' s . I should follow your lead and increase my brain power .
you can find plenty of recording on the internet too . You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them .
that ' s a good idea . You should do the same with some music . You might find something you like . Classical music might make you clever , but dance might make you livelier and happier .
that ' s true . There ' s clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people . Music can influence a person ' s feeling and character .
I heard it has been finally settled under the rose .
It ' s the only way to preserve her reputation .
Yeah , fortunately it did not cause a disaster .
You ' re welcome . Would you like some cold dishes ?
Let me see . How about the lotus root ?
Ok , and anything to drink ? Maybe some jasmine tea ?
Oh , yes that would be nice .
And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef .
Actually , I ' m vegetarian so I ' d like to have the bean curd .
Oh , that ' s a good choice . Very healthy too .
I don't see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You'd better stop being so ridiculous .
Anyway I think I need a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get a brain surgery . Honestly speaking , you look charming .
I know what you mean . I just want to make myself more attractive .
You are fine the way you are . Besides , plastic surgery hurts .
Really ?
Sure it is . So you'd better get rid of this idea .
Don ' t dress like that . You ' ll make fool yourself . You look stupid in that robe .
What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
No , not yet . I'm really worried .
Well , it'd be foolish to call the police . He probably just went away overnight .
Maybe you're right . But I'm still worried .
Boy , you are lost . It's across town .
Oh ! What bad luck ! How can I get to the Theater ?
You can take a No . 12 bus here and then transfer to a No . 23 bus to get there .
I ' Ve only find a few openings in my field .
There ' s not a very high demand for that kind of job , isn ' t there ?
Unfortunately not . If I can ' t find anything in that field , then I could also work in the marketing field .
That ' s a good idea . You have plenty of experience in marketing , don ' t you ?
Yes .
By the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
Really ? What is it ?
It is a job at an advertisement company .
Do you think they'd hire me ?
Anyway , it is worth trying .
Come in please .
Good coming , sir . May I do your room now ?
How long will it take ?
Your room will be ready in half an hour .
Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower .
Of course , sir . Have a good day .
The movies .
He asked me if I'd like to be a newspaper salesperson ?
You are still student so I don't think you should have time for that .
Don't worry about that . He said I can do that at spare time . Anyway , it's just a part-time job .
Okay , then . What kind of newspaper he wants you to sell ?
It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday .
Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers .
That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences .
And a good way to get some pocket money .
Let's do it together .
I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card .
For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ?
Yes , but I don't want my Mom to tap my phone when I call Clive .
There ' s branch on new street . Walk up this street until you get to the first set of traffic lights . Then turn right at the traffic lights .
How far up the street are the traffic lights ?
Now far . About 150 meters perhaps .
Ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
Then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
Ok . Where do I go then ?
You ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
God it . Thans very much .
You know , if I can keep up my workouts , I think I have a chance in 2004 .
In what ?
In gymnastics . I'm pretty flexible . Look ! I can even touch my toes !
Can you do the vault ?
I do back flips at the pool all the time .
sure , what is it ?
I was just wondering if many Chinese people take their leftover food home from a restaurant .
in most cities in China , doggie bags are quite uncommon .
what happen to all the leftover food ?
it usually goes to the dump .
that seems like an awful waste ! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal ?
ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China . You know , in the past , people could not afford to eat out like they can today .
I guess that makes sense . I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home .
well , if you want , you can take the leftovers home .
no , that's OK . You know what they say when in Rome ...
I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet . I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them .
many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet , but my parents grew up eating them , so I think they are OK .
did you like them ? You could take the last one home with you .
that's OK . I'll try anything once , but sometimes , once is enough !
I'd like to buy some Chinese-style cakes . Could you recommend me some ?
Certainly . What about moon cake ? It's typical Chinese food .
Moon cakes ? What is that ?
The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon . That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony .
Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people .
All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style .
What's the difference between these two styles ?
The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts .
Get me some of each .
OK , here you are .
it was wonderful , but I was so tired .
did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower ?
yes , that was the first thing we did . We went all the way to the top . There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there .
what else did you see ?
art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say .
you must have had a great time .
yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening .
yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you .
on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems .
that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful .
you'll have to try for yourself some day .
I am sure we do have .
So our evenings will be quite full then ?
If you want some changes , just tell me .
Yes . If you don't mind sharing room with someone else , there's one available .
How much are you asking ?
800 Yuan a month .
Could I have a look at it , please ?
Sorry , but I'm on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
It's delicious .
Waiting for someone .
You mean the boy you met on MSN ?
You're right . He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him .
You must be joking . You can't fall in love with someone you've never met !
I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online .
I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious .
Well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him .
Did you tell him ?
Yes . He said I'm his dream girl .
You shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie .
I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice .
I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends , and then the right person will come along .
Most people like football . More boys like football than girls . A few girls play it really well . Some people like playing basketball .
Do many people like tennis ?
More and more people like it now . fewer people play table tennis than before . Many people like swimming , because it is fun and keeps you fit .
In my country , many people enjoy golf , but it is too expensive for some people . A few people like extreme sports , but I think the vast majority of people are afraid to try them .
Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf .
I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played .
A great deal of people follow rugby in my country .
There are plenty of rugby fans in my country too .
Let's take a roundabout way .
OK .
Look , traffic jam again !
Oh , nice to see you . The apartment is on the tenth floor . The previous tenant just moved out yesterday .
Could I have a look at it first ?
Sure . Let me show you the way . Here we are . Apartment 1008 . ( They enter . ) This is the living room dining room combination . Here's the kitchen . It's small , but fully equipped . The refrigerator is new , and the stove and the microwave oven are less than a year old .
It's nice . So this is the bathroom . And that must be the bedroom .
Yes . And there's a walk-in closet .
Is there air conditioning ?
Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room .
What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ?
It's 600 yuan per month . The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease .
I like the apartment , Mr . Sellers . You can show me the lease .
Please , call me Ted .
Well , Ted , this is a very impressive resume . However , we do have several other applicants to finish interviewing before we can make a final decision . We ' ll call you by Friday , if that ' s all right .
That ' s no problem .
Do you have any other questions ?
Well , what kind of salary do you provide ?
Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company .
I see .
Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job .
Sounds fine .
Glad to meet you mr smith my name is jenny .
I should be coming in on the 11:30 mooring flight . How far is the office from the airport ?
Only 25 minutes or so . We ' ll send somebody to meet you . That ' s 11:30 a . m . Friday the 15th ?
That ' s right . I ' ll be in the baggage area .
I don't think so . It ' s impossible to equate wealth and happiness .
Could I understand what you said as the poorest is the happiest ?
Of course not . Sometimes a poor man can be extremely miserable .
It's still early .
Gosh , it's already 10 . Stay here if you like .
Since we're late , let's go to see a film .
OK . Hurry up .
We got numbers back from our offices in Beijing , Hong Kong , Taipei , Singapore and Tokyo , we're waiting on Bangkok and Kula Lumpur .
What do the preliminary figures tell you ? Any kinds of trends going on for the branches in the Far East ?
It's hard to say , because the branches are located in diversity different countries , cultural and social influences will definitely play a part in the success of the product in the various markets .
For example ?
For instance , some products that do very well in Tokyo branch are a flop in Malaysia . We ' re talking about different people with different lifestyles and different needs . Each of the branches takes these types of things into consideration when they compile their reports and their marketing plans .
I'd like to have rest , but I have many things to do .
How about this post-trip ?
It's very good , and the result isn't too bad .
Really ?
Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ?
OK , it's no problem .
( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken .
OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest .
Ha , I know you are great secretary .
Thanks your flatter .
Thank you for your coming .
My wife is expecting me at home . I must be off now . So long !
So long !
Thank you , Rick ! As you can see , ladies and gentleman , we are here in beautiful Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the world are trying to win the grand prize of one million dollars !
Whoa , that ' s a lot of cash ! Let ' s go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing .
All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ' s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole !
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
Good evening , David . Good evening , Mary . It ' s so good of you both to come .
It's nice of you to invite us .
Here it is .
How long are you going to stay ?
For one week .
What is the purpose for your visit ?
For sightseeing .
Where are you going to stay ?
At the Hilton hotel .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
Of course , I'd like to .
It is a small room , just for 4 people .
What is in it ?
It only has 4 beds and 4 writing desks , but it is spacious and bright .
Do you get along with your roommates ?
Of course . They are very friendly .
Which floor are you on ?
We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony .
Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout .
Yes , that's a good idea .
Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room .
Let's give them a hand .
You're kidding !
Well , you can take the No . 36 bus from here , but then you have to walk about 30 minutes .
That doesn't sound too bad .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take bus 301 which will let you right off in front of the zoo .
Maybe that's what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
I agree with you , but that's easier said than done .
Yes , that is why I never drink it .
Do you drink green tea , then ?
Very seldom , because tea has tannin which may be harmful to one's health .
But if the tea is good and well prepared , it will do much good .
What good is it for ?
Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired .
That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long .
Why is it so ?
Because if you drink a kind of tea which has been prepared for some time before , it will do you harm .
Hello , I need a new suit . I have an important interview next week , so I really need to look sharp .
No problem ! We have a broad selection of suits , all tailored made so that it will fit perfectly .
Great ! I want a three piece suit , preferably made from Italian cashmere or wool .
Very well sir . Would you like to have some shirts made also ?
Sure . I ' ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties .
Very good . Now , if you will accompany me , we can take your measurements and choose the patterns for your suit and shirts .
Thank you , but I'm just looking around . How much does this skirt cost ?
This is the new style . Two hundred and twenty-eight .
May I try it on ?
Of course , please .
Can you give me a better deal ?
Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price .
Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it .
Well , two hundred yuan .
No , this is my final offer .
OK , I'll wrap it for you .
I think the file is too big . You'll need to expand your memory . First , close down all the files you have open , and then ...
What time is it ?
It is already 10:25 .
Well , we still have about 15 minutes .
What time did you say the train is leaving ?
12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus .
Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ?
Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time .
( still on the bus . ) What time is it ?
It is a quarter to twelve .
Oh dear , we will miss our train .
What ? You don ' t know the first thing about gardening !
On the contrary , I have been reading a lot of books about the subject .
Oh yeah ? Tell me then , smarty pants , how will you go about setting up your garden ?
Well , first I need to buy some things , such as fertilizer , seeds and tools .
What type of tools ?
You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe .
Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ' s next ?
I ' ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ' ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done !
Well , good luck with your garden , especially considering we are in the dry season and it won ' t rain for the next three months !
Yes , it is . It was taken just before I was leaving for college .
You look so lovely .
How time flies ! I'll not see twenty again .
I want to buy a new camcorder for my trip this summer .
do you know what camcorder options are available ?
not really . I thought I'd just have a look today .
would you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in ?
sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first .
ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ?
it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ?
it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes .
can you also take still photos with this ?
yes , that is an option .
how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ?
yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark .
that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ?
It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera .
how does that compare with other models ?
there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one .
I guess you can't have everything , can you ?
Some friends of mine are going to visit me this evening . Would you please buy some fruit for me ?
Yes , sir . Do you need some flowers ?
That's a good idea . Can you help me to get some ?
Certainly , sir . What kind of flowers would you like ?
A basket of lilies .
You need fruit and lilies . Am I right ?
Right . Here is five hundred yuan in advance . Is it enough ?
I think it's quite enough . I'II have them bought for you as soon as possible .
Great ! Thank you very much .
Fine ! How are you ?
I'm fine too , thank you .
I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening . Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
I ' Ve been busy with a first aid course that I started about a week ago at the Red Cross .
Cool ! I ' Ve always wanted to do something like that ! Have you learned anything useful ?
For sure ! I mean we ' Ve learned how to apply pressure to stop bleeding , how to check for a pulse , and even how to apply CPR !
Have you treated any real emergencies ?
Well , they took us along with some paramedics . There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense !
I can imagine ! I tend to faint when I see blood , so I think I won ' t be taking up a course like that anytime soon !
It was the pilot putting the wheels down . We must be coming into land . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking !
Look at the dishes ! I have told you three times to put away these dishes . But now ...
Oh , don ' t be angry . I just thought you might need them sometime .
I have told you that I don ' t need them any more . The thing that really annoys me is that you played dumb with me .
Look at me . I look so old ! I look as if I were thirty .
Come on ! Stop being so vain . You look great ! You are beautiful !
Yes , I am , but I think it ' s time for some plastic surgery I ' m tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin . See ?
I don ' t see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You are 25 , stop being ridiculous . Besides , I think that people who get Boto , have facelifts , or tummy tucks look weird . It doesn ' t look natural .
Whatever , I think I ' m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ' t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing .
I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive .
You don ' t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts !
Really ?
Yeah ! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week !
Cats are well know for being more independent than dogs . How old is your cat now ? you ' Ve had her longer than we ' Ve had our dog .
She ' s eight years old . She ' s getting quite old . Your dog ' s six , isn ' t he ?
Yes . He ' s so energetic . We take him out to the park every morning and evening . I think he ' d be happy to stay there all day !
I ' m sure he would . We usually have to drag him home .
Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ?
She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ' s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse .
Have you ever thought about having another pet ?
The kids want a rabbit . I don ' t think it would be a good idea to get a mouse or a fish ! That might be too tempting for our cat !
My pleasure ! How much would you like to spend on your date ?
She will want an excellent restaurant , of course .
You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris . The service and food are world-class .
I wanted to go out somewhere , not stay here . Do you know of another good restaurant ?
You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz .
I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ?
At once , sir . You'll love this place , I assure you .
Where to , sir ?
I ' d like to go to the railway station please .
Please hop in .
Is it a long run to the station ?
It ' ll take about 20 minutes .
The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ?
Yes , they are .
Is it the rush hour now ?
Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ?
No , I ' m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ?
Yes , sir .
I went a global warming rally . It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment .
Do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already ?
It might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
Like what ?
Well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
What else can we do to protect the environment ?
If you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
How about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
Yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
What do you think the biggest worry for our future is ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before !
To be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
In just three weeks , and I am excited . But there are still a few things I need to do before I go .
Like what ?
Like renewing my passport , going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I ' m gone .
You are not going to give it up , are you ?
No way . I ' ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ' t like the idea of paying three months ' rent on an empty apartment , either .
I don ' t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it .
Yes , but whom to ?
Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August .
That ' s exactly when I ' ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees .
Tell you what , I ' ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ' ll mention it to him then .
Well , thanks , Bill . Let me know what happens . That extra money will really come in handy .
I've only washed my white clothes .
Could you wash some of my dark clothes with yours ?
Is there any special care I should take with your clothes ?
The only thing is that they have to be washed on the gentle cycle .
Are there a lot of clothes ?
There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ?
It's a medium load .
You don't mind , do you ?
No big deal . I'll do it for you .
Okay , thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
We have shuttle buses leaving for the airport from downtown every 20 minutes The bus stops at Holiday Inn as well . Be sure to get on the bus before 30 .
What is the earliest one ?
At 7 am . It takes about one hour to get to the airport . So it'll be right for your timing .
OK , thank you . By the way , what can I do if I want to put off my flight ?
Your tickets are valid for one year . If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines .
OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ?
In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge .
That's reasonable . OK , thank you very much .
Yes , Mum .
Don't render me lip-service , you'd better stay at home tonight .
But it's Sunday , isn't it ?
I'm afraid I have lost my ticket . Can I buy one again ?
Where are you going ?
I'm going to Nanchang .
Where did you begin your journey ?
At Huangshan .
OK . Here you are .
And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ?
We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning .
Thanks .
What ' s the matter ? What annoy you ?
It ' s so wet and dark , I ' m just fed up .
Great . Thank you .
What can I help you with ?
I need to cancel a check .
What ' s wrong with the check ?
I accidentally wrote the check for too much .
How much did you write the check for ?
The check was written for $ 150 .
How much were you supposed to write it for ?
I needed to write it for $ 100 .
I can cancel it for you right now .
Thank you so much .
Step into my office for a moment . What is your concern ?
Am I failing ?
Let's go on the computer to see what's up . Do you think you are doing well ?
I am pretty sure that I am in trouble .
I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ?
I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis .
Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ?
I'll try ; it's hard !
Thanks for stopping by !
What a shame !
I fell down and hurt my arm .
That's too bad .
Then my son drove into a tree
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
I was thinking about it . Are you ?
Yeah , I heard it's going to be a lot of fun .
Really ? Well , what time does it start ?
It starts at 8
Well , who all is going to be there ?
Everyone from school .
How do you know it's going to be so fun ?
This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks .
Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun .
So am I going to see you at the party ?
Yeah , I will be there .
I'm Lui , I'd like to Speak to Mr . Smiths .
Sorry , we have two Smiths , Robert Smith and Jim Smith , which one would you like to speak to ?
I'd like to speak to Mr Robert Smith .
He is on the line .
Yes , I'm looking for a new winter coat .
Have you any particular color in mind ?
I don't know really . What's the fashional color this year ?
Red is very popular .
Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ?
Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ?
Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen .
Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens .
I quite like this one . How much is it ?
It's $ 180 .
Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ?
These are our cheapest coats , madam .
Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 .
Here's your change .
Thank you .
That would be very nice . Only that I ' ll be a little late . Is that OK ?
Sure . We ' ll be looking forward to that day .
So will I . Thank you .
I like the colour very much . It's a lovely dress , but it's too small for me .
What about this one ? It's a lovely dress . It's very smart . Short skirts are in fashion now . Would you like to try it ?
All right . I'm afraid this green dress is too small for me as well . It's smaller than the blue one . I don't like the colour either . It doesn't suit me at all . I think the blue dress is prettier . Co
I'm afraid I haven't got a larger dress . This is the largest dress in the shop .
It's certainly a tight schedule .
Now it's a question of getting there . I need a flight to Paris on Sunday evening and a hotel in Paris for 3 nights . I have to be in Frankfurt by 11 on Thursday morning . And I will need a hotel for one night . I will head home on Friday .
At what time ?
My last appointment is at 3 , so I should be free by 5 at the very latest . I think I could get to the airport by 6 .
Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ?
No , not really .
So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ?
No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour .
Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly .
You are a pessimist .
I am a realist .
Thank you . I was lucky this time .
I think luck played a very small part in your victory . It is solely due to your hard work and efforts . That brings honor to you and joy to us .
I am flattered .
It is real word .
Thank you very much .
They want to be filthy with dough and think it the only source of their happiness .
But many rich guys don ' t think they are truly happy . There is always some empty feeling deep inside them .
Yes . We've got plenty of tables in stock . Will you have a look at this one ?
It's a nice color , and the style is not bad , but a bit too small . I'd like to get a slightly larger one .
How about this one ?
Mmm , I like it . How much is it ?
Seventy US dollars .
Here is the money . Could you deliver this to my house ?
Of course . We are always at your service .
Here is my name card . Thanks .
You are welcome .
How much is this pen ?
Ten Yuan .
And how much is this pencil ?
One Yuan .
Here's fifteen Yuan .
And here's your change . Please check if it is correct .
OK , that's right .
Welcome to come again .
OK .
Morning .
Is this where I catch the bus for the zoo ?
Yes . You can take No . 846 from here , but you have to get off at Nanchengmen stop and change to No . 106 .
That ' s a little troublesome .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take No . 105 which will let you right off in front of the zoo gate .
Maybe that ' s what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Sure ! How about we go home and prepare a couple of sandwiches ?
Nah ! Let ' s go get a burger and fries .
All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza , fries , burgers and hot dogs ! You have to start eating better !
What are you talking about ? I have salads some times .
Yeah right ! I ' m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ' s really not healthy !
Fine ! I ' ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ?
It ' s a start , but I ' ll be happy when I see you stick to your promise !
OK . It falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month . It is said that there is a beautiful goddess Chang'E on the moon who had eaten some sort of elixir and had to depart her husband . She is always expecting to see her husband again . So , later we have the traditional idea that when there is the full moon , it is time for the family members to come together .
So , I understand why people eat moon cakes on that day .
You are right . In China , ' round ' is an auspicious word . The moon cakes are in round shape .
Is it official ?
It was not in the past . But from 2008 , we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival .
But where have you been , Alice ? You're over an hour late .
Yes , but I couldn't help it . I was late getting off work for a start , and then I missed the bus . The bus I did catch got caught in a traffic jam . It was one thing after another .
But why were you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn't it ?
Yes , but there's a rush on at the moment , and my boss asked me to do some urgent letters .
But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry .
Well , you're here . And that's the main thing .
Certainly . What time would you like us to call you ?
I need two wake-up calls , if you don't mind , one at 7 and the other at 7 fifteen .
Not a problem . We'll call you tomorrow morning at 7 , and again at 7 fifteen .
On second thought , you'd better make that second call at 7 thirty instead of 7 fifteen .
Said , and done . Will there be anything else ?
No , that gets it for now , thank you .
Well , give us a call if there's anything more we can help you with .
I met her about one year ago .
So you met her right after you got to school ?
That's right . We've been dating since last September .
I ' m going to the hospital .
What ' s the matter ?
Professor Wang was hurt in a traffic accident .
That ' s too bad . How are things now ?
His life is hanging by a thread , and he is under an emergency treatment .
Good day . I ' m looking for a one-bedroom apartment today .
Certainly . How much rent did you want to pay ?
Well , I didn ' t want to pay more than $ 900 a month .
$ 900 a month ? We don ' t often have apartment as inexpensive as that . We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today , on Eleventh Avenue . It ' s near the municipal buildings .
Is it furnished ?
No , it ' s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ' s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ' t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ...
No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison .
Ok , we would do as your requirement . And we ' ll contact with you later !
No problem , of course ! How much would you like to spend to impress the lady ?
Nothing but the best for a pretty woman !
Sir , the restaurant you seek is right here . This hotel has a three-star restaurant .
Well , I sort of suggested that we would go out on the town . Do you have another suggestion ?
Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz .
Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ?
Right away , sir . She will be impressed with your local knowledge .
I'm afraid Thera isn't any direct light before Friday . What about a non-direct one ? You have to make a change in Detroit .
Well , in that case , that's fine . I want a first class ticket on Thursday .
Would you like to pay in cash or by card ?
Cash , please .
Yeah .
This is Alex . Remember ? This is Sean .
Nice to meet you guys .
Over there are Stacy and Rebecca . We're all on the school's tennis team .
Who's that guy who's handing out beer to everyone ?
That's my boyfriend Matt . Isn't he cute ?
He sure is !
Come on . I'll introduce you two .
That's right . Do you think it'll be cold ?
It might be . You'd better take a heavy sweater with you . The nights are usually quite cold at this time of year .
Do you think I'll need a cotton coat ?
Not for now , I think , But I believe there'll be rain , so take your raincoat with you .
Yes , of course . What area are you interested in ?
I am interested in Pasadena or Arcadia .
What size house would you like ?
We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms .
Are you interested in being in a particular school district ?
Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District .
Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ?
I would love to have a home with a view .
Fine , I will begin a search for the perfect home for you . I will call you in a few days .
That's no problem . Let me see ... You still have ten days annual leave left , is that right ?
Yes . I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off .
That's long leave . How's your project coming along ?
The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on .
Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave .
Thank you , Mr . Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr . Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients .
Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed .
I will . Many thanks , Mr . Black .
Well , I ' Ve already got a job waiting for me back in my hometown .
That ' s cool . Have you already found an apartment to live in ?
I ' m planning on living with my parents . Won ' t you ?
I couldn ' t even if I wanted to . My parents told me that if I went home , then ' d have to find my own place .
You mean they ' re kicking you out ?
Not really , they just don ' t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out .
Well , it ' s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ' s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so .
My parents just didn ' t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ' s important that I should learn how to live on my own .
I know I need to learn that myself , but I just don ' t have the money for it at the moment . Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place .
How long have your headaches been going on ?
I get headaches occasionally , but they have been really bad lately .
Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now ?
I am getting ready to take my GRE .
Have you been able to sleep regular hours ?
It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache .
Has anything hit you in the head lately ?
I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago .
Let ' s have you come back in a few days and see how you feel .
Yeah , I know .
I didn ' t know it until yesterday . I put my foot into it , and was even stupid enough to ask when they would get married .
Barbara !
What're you doing here ? You live in London , don't you ?
Yes , that's right . But I'm having a holiday here .
That's funny . My watch always loses ten minutes a day .
No kidding .
I am serious . Every morning I set my watch by the radio , but it still loses ten minutes .
You know what you can do ?
Throw it away and buy a new one .
No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day .
So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ?
Yes , that's what I am doing .
Why bother ? Just buy a new watch . It doesn't cost much . Besides , I just can ' t put up with this thing any more .
Pretty good . Where are you going ?
I'm going home .
Wait . We have to return to our homeroom and wait to be dismissed .
Is that right ?
Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here .
So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon .
Yeah . I'm going to my locker to get my jacket . Catch you later .
Merry Christmas , Lee !
Linda , thank you for this wonderful Christmas dinner . I really enjoyed it .
Thank you for coming . I'm glad you liked it .
I've been feeling pretty ill for a few days now .
What are your symptoms ?
I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired .
It sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
Yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
Have you been drinking plenty of water ?
No , just soda .
Ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
That seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
Is anyone else sick in your home ?
No , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The nurse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us by this afternoon .
Thanks .
Before 12 a . m .
I see . Thank you .
I suppose I do .
The climate here is pleasant .
You said it .
This city is really comfortable to live in .
It sure is .
No other city can match it . It's heaven .
Well , if you live in other cities as long as enough , you will love them just as much .
Maybe .
That's for sure .
You can have a bird view of Chilin City from the top of the mountain .
Wonderful ! I'll often come here for mountain climbing .
You should . Many Guiliners , especially the old and the young , will climb mountains here in the coming .
No wonder people say , Even the immortals would rather be Guiliners .
... Quick ! Pass me your binoculars . Look at that bird ... I've never seen one of those before . It's indigenous to Guiling , and an endangered species too . This is lucky .
I didn't know you liked bird watching .
I don't really . I just like wildlife , and you don't get to see too much of it in the city . This place is full of it .
She ' s not at her desk at the moment . Is there any message I can give her ?
Yes . Please tell her that tickets to Phantom of the Opera will be delivered in two days . My number is 6521684 0 , extension 236 .
Ok . I ' ll let her know as soon as possible .
Thanks a lot . Bye .
Oh , four or five . How much is the rent for this apartment ?
150 a month .
150 ? No , I'm not really interested in this place . It isn't big enough . It isn't near enough to my office .
What a shame !
I fell down and hurt my arm .
That's too bad .
Then my son drove into a tree .
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
Tom has gone to lunch .
I'll just try him again .
Do you want me to have him give you a call ?
No , but what time do you expect him back ?
He should be back in about forty minutes .
Fill it up . Super Unleaded .
Shall we check your oil and tires ?
I just checked the oil myself , but you can check the tires .
( The attendants fill the tank , clean the windscreen , and add some air to the tires . ) All right , sir , that'll be $ 26 . 50 .
I'll charge it . Here's my card .
Yes , I'll have a boiled egg with toast and orange juice , please .
How would you like your eggs ?
Hard-boiled , please .
And your toast , light or dark ?
Dark , please .
Now or later ?
Later will do .
Will there be anything else ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow .
That's right .
Just a moment , please .
This area here is where we keep our raw materials . The main production area - our machine hall - is situated next to it . Maintenance is situated between the stores and the production area . Just to the right of Maintenance , there are steps up to the Lab and the Admin Section . Process Control is also on the upper level . It's located above the factory floor so that the operators can monitor everything that is going on below .
On the contrary , I think he's very serious .
No , not at all . His examples are really interesting .
So they're easy to remember .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
My father failed in business .
Oh , that's really tough .
Maybe it is the most difficult period of my family have experienced .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
My condolences .
What's wrong with it ?
For some reason it won't turn on .
Have you checked the connections on your computer ?
What connections ?
There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet .
Will the cords keep it from turning on ?
It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected .
I didn't think of that .
Try it and see if it works .
I think that I will , thanks .
It should work , but let me know if it doesn't .
Is it horror movie ?
Yeah , I love horror movies the most . Would you like to go with me next weekend ?
No way . I will be scared out of my wits .
Well , What kind of movies do you like ?
Er , let me see . Romance , comedy , documentary , action , science fiction , cartoon and so on .
In a word , you like all the movies except for the horror movies .
Yeah , It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also like romance and comedy movies very much .
The Terminal is a movie of this type .
So we can relax now .
Yeah , I could hardly wait to see it .
I am trying to find this book .
What ' s the problem ?
It doesn ' t seem like this library has it .
Have you checked the computer ?
I have already .
What did it say ?
It says the book is on the shelf , but I didn ' t find it there .
I can always borrow the book from another library .
You can do that ?
I ' ll make the call and contact you when it gets in .
That ' s fantastic . Thank you .
All right . Where do you live , sir ?
At 345 Lincoln Avenue . Oklahoma City .
Very well . Why do you want to disconnect your phone , sir ?
I ' m moving to a new home .
O . K . May I have your name please ?
John Smith .
Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ' s your telephone number ?
555-7658
Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ?
623 West Side Drive . New York , New York .
Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day .
Thank you , you too .
Yes , I have , sir . How long are you going on vacation ?
About 2 weeks .
I recommend you this route . We call it golden routes for the sightseeing spots .
Well , will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour ?
Of course , we will , sir .
It's hard to say , I like interesting and significant ones . I don't care whether they're blockbusters or not .
Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening ?
Very good , What's on ?
I'm not sure . Let me give a call to find out .
It's on the south wall of the store , in aisle A .
Is there any produce on sale ?
I don't know . The produce person can tell you , though .
Hello , this is Mr . Morris Pitt . I'd like to speak to Mr . Bell , please .
Just a moment . I am sorry . At the moment , he is out of the office . Would you like to leave your number ? When he comes back , I will tell him to call you back .
Please have him call me at my office . He knows the number .
Of course .
Oh , how could it be ?
Let's go out and have a look .
OK . Wait a minute .
Look at the snow , it's so beautiful .
Yes . It's really snowing .
I love winter , I love snow .
But don't you think it's a little too cold ?
But I like cold more than hot .
You are so interesting .
Is this a temporary job or something more permanent ?
What difference does it make ?
When you get your next Continued Claim Form , you should just write down where you worked and note that you no longer need unemployment .
If I take a short job and then get laid off , will I be starting over trying to get unemployment ?
Just because you work for a week doesn ' t mean that you will be losing your benefits .
Yes , it is . Hi , Tom ! It's a real surprise to see you here .
It's been a long time ! What's new ?
Nothing much . What about you ? Is everything going well ?
Not bad I guess . I just got back from Hawaii .
How was it ?
I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up .
Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour .
Ok , I won't keep you then .
Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye !
Yes , stay in touch . Bye !
Give me your email , would you ?
Sure ! It's txyb@gmail . com .
Goodbye .
They are reports of our company .
Are they filed alphabetically ?
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Good evening . I'll have a Scotch .
Yes , sir . Straight or on the rocks ?
On the rocks , please .
Yeah , the people in the next room are a little loud . Could you do something about it ?
Of course . What room are you in , sir ?
I'm in Room 215 .
And do you know which room the noise is coming from ?
I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs .
Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable .
OK , thanks . I really appreciate it .
I'd really like to help you out , but I am broke myself .
That's all right .
I like to live here and enjoy my neighbors ' company . And I don't think I should waste money just because I have much of it .
But I found you always hate to part with your money . Look at the car you drive ; it's such a junker !
Oh , the car is old but still in good condition . I just think we should be thrifty , whether you are rich or not .
But ... But ...
But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue .
Maybe you are right .
Oh , is it ? Let me check .
Yes , please .
I'm sorry to say that this room service charge is yours .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidence ?
No , we got no receipt , but we paid on the spot .
Thanks , Monica . Without support from you and other colleagues , I would not have made it .
I hope I could get promoted some day . Tell me about your experience , ok ?
Well , just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough , you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective . Don ' t be afraid of taking challenging . They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal . You learn more from that actually . Sometimes , you need to fail to be successful .
How do you think if I volunteer for some work ?
I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives .
Does the class start again , Mam ?
Yes , but to the health , this break has long enough .
Oh , breaktime flies .
come on , baby . It ' s time now .
Mam , another minute , could I ?
Hurry up , little boy .
Yes .
Who can tell us something about the author's life ? Volunteer ?
The author was a famous writer , and he was also a politician . He was born in 1911 and died in 1985 .
Very good . Sit down , please . Susan , what's the general idea of the text ?
Can I answer it in Chinese ?
No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English .
Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ...
Excellent . Class is over . Let's have a break .
Oh , I forgot to tell you this . The show is to collect money for children in need . And all the money from ticket selling will go to the Red Cross .
That's really a good thing . Let's do our part .
Good idea .
Who will sing in the show ?
A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ...
Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs !
Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself .
Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile .
She is a real star . Not a onetime thing .
But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing !
Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things .
You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her .
Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ?
Here is the programme . Check it out yourself !
OK .
Yes , please . I'd like to buy a gift for my younger brother . He's going to take a trip to South America .
By air or by sea ?
By air . So my gift should be quite light . What can you suggest ?
How about this wallet ? It's made of fine leather .
My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual .
This gift is the best for a man who has everything .
Oh , a nice handkerchief . That's a great idea . I'll take it .
And it's all coming down to the next three weeks .
The only person who seems confident the software will be done on time is Zina .
Yeah , she is some kind of Superwoman , isn't she ?
Failure just isn't an option for her . I'm glad she's on our team .
Sorry , but I ' m not really interested in those things .
But they ' re very nice , you know .
Really .
And not expensive either .
Oh , I don ' t care about that .
Everybody is buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they ' re very fashionable , you see .
I ' m afraid I ' m not interested in fashion .
I see .
But thank you very much all the same .
Sorry , I couldn ' t help you .
OK , may I have your key ?
Sure , here you are .
Was everything satisfactory ?
Yes . I enjoy my stay here .
You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 .
Here is the money .
Yes . I'm coming to confirm my ticket .
May I have your name , please ?
My name is Zu Ping . In fact , I have a reservation on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . tomorrow . Now I'd like to make a change of my travel schedule . Is it possible to change my booking to the day after tomorrow ?
Certainly .
Do you have a seat available on the same flight the day after tomorrow ?
Yes . You are reconfirmed on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . on January 15th .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
I need to know how much money is in my account .
I'll need your name and account number .
Certainly .
Hey , Julie . How's it going ?
Oh , Mary . You've surprised me !
Who were you talking to ?
Um -- I was just thinking aloud .
You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes .
Come off it , Mary .
Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes !
You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ?
Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him .
I guess I asked the wrong person .
What time would you like your wake-up call ?
I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen .
That is no problem at all , of course . You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen .
Then again , I think 7 fifteen is too early . Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty , please .
So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty . Do you have any other requests ?
Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring .
Okay , sir . Sleep well .
The paper editorials always stick to the quick .
Don't you think it's a bit conservative ?
After all , I'm somewhat conservative .
Yes , surely .
Do we have to pay extra charge for that ?
No , you don't . It is free of charge .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Yes , certainly . Would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you do me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure . I'll be back in a minute .
Ha ha , right . Sounds to me like you ' re more excited about the dumplings than seeing your Grandma .
Of course I miss Grandma , too . I bet she ' s gonna teach me how to play Mahjong ! Hey , Dad , are you going to buy me firecrackers this year ? We ' re going to have the best fireworks ! I ' m really looking forward to lighting them !
Son , firecrackers aren ' t toys . they ' re dangerous !
No , fireworks are awesome !
Whoa , don ' t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ?
I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ' s all .
Ahahah ... really ?
Oh , and I can ' t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ?
Hey , I offered last year ...
Well , I ... anyways , I was just thinking of the red envelopes . I wanna make a list of all the things I ' m gonna buy with my red envelope money ! I can ' t wait ! I ' m gonna have so much money ! Mom , can I get a pen and a piece of paper ? I want a new transformer , no , two transformers ... the Optimums Prime , and ... maybe the wheeljack ? I ' ll get a PSP game , ahahah , and I ' ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald ' s ...
Here's the application form .
I'm finished . Here's the form .
Thank you . Now if you'll just give me a credit card .
Here's my VISA .
Thank you .
Yes , ma ' am . How may I help you ?
I need to place an order for a couple of sandwiches and drinks . Can you deliver ?
Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ' am .
I don't want to .
Well , come over and talk to me then .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the TV then ?
Turn on the TV , for what ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ?
I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate it .
I think a mountain village is splendid !
I don't agree with you . It's too small to live .
It has fresh air , and it is nicer than a big town .
I disagree , a big town is more lively .
But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill !
Well , alright , I agree with you about that , but I still prefer a big town .
Nope ! It's the latest generation of PAD ! You won't believe what it can do .
For instance ?
It has a built-in camera unit that takes digital color stills . It also plays MP3 files , which I can save on media cards and then transfer to the hard drive of my computer .
Wow ! Anything else ?
This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen .
What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ?
Just plug in a peripheral CD or floppy drive and you're ready to go !
This is Wang Miao from AB company speaking . Our CEO Mr . Green has an appointment with Mr . Liang tomorrow morning . But there is a minor change in tomorrow's schedule . Mr . Green has an abrupt urgent case tomorrow and he has to go abroad today . He wanted me to convey his apology to Mr . Wang .
OK ! I'll tell him .
And Mr . Green will make another appointment when Mr . Wang comes back .
Ok ! Thanks for calling .
Bye !
Bye !
Ah , yes , hello . I'm calling to get some info about your PIN services . You see , my friend also has an account with you and also enjoys shopping on the Internet . She recommended I sign up for this service too .
That was a wise decision , if I may say so . Our Personal Internet Banking Service offers online shopping transactions , payment of household bills online , account management ...
I will probably just use it for online shopping . At the moment , I have to meet the seller in person and pay cash , if it's a local seller .
This will fix all of that for you . If you use our online payment service , the money will come straight out of your account and go directly into the seller's account , in a secure way .
It ' s a beautiful day to see two world class teams face each other and fight for their right to be called champions .
Well , the national anthem has just been sung , and the umpire has started the game . It ' s time to play ball !
Roger Vargas is up at bat . The pitcher winds up and strike one !
A very nice curve ball by the pitcher . The catcher gives him the sign , he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive !
The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ' s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ' s safe !
Great play !
We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ' s the pitch , he hits it ! It ' s going , going , that ball is gone !
Home run by Okapi ! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium !
Calm down . Madam .
I'm about to explode ! You ' Ve made a mess of this matter .
I am very sorry to hear that you ' Ve been having so many problems .
Sorry isn ' t good enough ! What can you do to help me ?
I understand why you ' re angry , Mrs . Wilson , and believe me , we are doing everything in our power to work this out .
Well , obviously , what you ' re doing is not good enough !
If you could just give us a few more days , we should be able to get this straightened out .
Okay .
The beauty under the tree ?
Of course . No girl is more charming .
She is a young man !
This weekend .
Please pay close attention to the safety of the shipment .
Don't worry about that . We have experience .
Yes , this way please .
Can we see the menu please .
Here you are .
What ' s good today ?
I recommend crisp beef and fried duck .
We don ' t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips .
Do you want any dissert ?
no dissert , thanks , just coffee . can I have the check please ?
Cut what out I ' m not doing anything .
The tapping of your pen on your desk . It ' s driving me crazy .
Fine ! By the way would you mind not slurping your coffee every time you have a cup !
I don ' t slurp my coffee . And plus , how can you hear it when you ' re shouting into your phone all the time ?
You ' Ve got to be kidding me ! You ' re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ?
Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ' s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ' s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ' m willing to forgive and forget and if you are .
Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down .
Yeah , I ' ll try to do the same . So , I was wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday night ?
Yeah , I can really go for some Chinese food right now .
That's a great idea . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant .
I know one . Let's go .
I'm going to stay in the city .
What will you do all day ?
I'm going to work with my father at the store . In the evening , I'll read books . On weekends , I'll go to the beach with my family .
Have you ever worked ?
No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ?
I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers .
I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ?
We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night . We sing or tell stories .
That sounds wonderful .
It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ?
I think he's going to the mountains with his parents .
Well , so long , Mary . Have fun .
You too , Peter . Give my regards to John . I'll see you in September .
Really ? When did that happen ?
A week ago ? They met last summer and now just sink . They will be married soon .
Have they set a date for the wedding ?
No , not yet . But Susan says they ' d like to get married in November or December . Then they ' ll go to Hawaii for their honeymoon .
Not cash . But if our launch goes well , my stock options will pay off , big time .
And in the meantime , how do you pay the rent ?
I don't have to worry about rent . I live right here .
What ? In your cubicle ?
Right here . Me and my PC . Home sweet home .
Really ?
I very much like to go to a cafe and doze in the afternoon sunshine .
Sounds great .
The coffee , books , music and sunshine are just beautiful there .
How nice .
I may take you there some day .
Good .
So am I .
It's this high-tech equipment that doctors my voice a little . Actually , i am tone-deaf .
Come on , You hit the high notes perfectly !
Well , the echo and the stereo system helped a lot . And i know that song very well , so , i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well .
You're too modest . Pass me the catalogue ! I'd like to see which song to choose . Wow , this place has a large selection of songs . I dont know which to choose !
Pick the one that you always sing in the shower .
Funny . Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers .
Read me the index number !
1021 . It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along !
No . I need a rest !
I had planned to . I can bring some from my place . And there's some more at my parents ' .
Do you have a bed ?
Of course , I have . There is one in my old house . And I have another one from college at my parents ' house .
That's good . You can put one in this room and put the other one in that room .
Yeah , it is a good idea . You can stay in my house for the night if you would like to .
Yeah . By the way , can I take a shower ?
Sure , but I don't have hot water , yet .
Really ?
No , they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on . My phone should be working then , too .
Well , do you want to go outside for dinner ?
Yeah , I can't cook anything until tomorrow , anyway . Let's go to the restaurant nearby . It's my treat .
OK . Let's go .
I have not given it much thought . Do you have any good suggestions ?
I want to spend two days in the mountains with friends . The city is too noisy . Do you know Tangle Temple ?
I have been there . It is in the middle of the mountains . It is not noisy there and you have to be a vegetarian .
Do you want to climb the mountain with us ?
Does it have enough lodging ?
No problem . The temple is quite large .
There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees .
I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ?
Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' .
Anything else I should bring ?
If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you .
Needless to say .
It fits you to a T .
I agree . I'm going to buy it .
Cash or charge ?
I'll charge it .
Sign here , please .
There you go .
Good-bye , and thank you for shopping here .
great . My family came to visit me .
oh , you must be very happy . How many people are there in your family ?
my immediate family is very large . It's my mother , my father , my two older brothers , my younger sister and me .
I have a small family . They are my parents , my younger brother and me .
I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ?
yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children .
interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ?
the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da
do you get along well with each other ?
yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot .
you are very lucky to have such a nice family .
thank you .
it's ok . It seems we have a lot in common .
oh , really . That is great news . What does he look like ?
he is tall and slim , fair-haired .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ?
he didn't say , but he said he would call me .
maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much !
oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ?
come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry .
thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging .
that's what friends are for .
Well , I felt like baking , so I made some muffins .
Smells good ! I ' ll make some coffee . Do you want me to make you some eggs ?
Sure , I'll take mine , sunny side up .
Www , I don ' t know how you can eat your eggs like that ! Ever since I was small , I ' Ve had eggs and soldiers .
You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy !
You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ?
You ' re so picky sometimes .
Here you go , honey , fried eggs .
I said sunny side up ! How many times do I have to tell you .
Why not ?
His father is a prisoner .
So what ? His father is in prison , not he .
Don't be scared . Bite the bullet and everything will be right again .
Thanks for encouraging me . There are problems cropping up here and there . But I will overcome them one by one .
My present pay is RIB 3 , 000 yuan each month .
What's your expected salary ?
What is important to me is the job and the people who I will be working with , so regarding salary , I leave it to you and I am sure that you will make me a fair offer .
I can offer you 5 , 000 yuan per month . Raises are given after three months ' probation period according to your performance . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it .
Any question about the work ?
To whom should I report ?
The general manager of your section .
What are the benefits ?
We'll offer that on holidays .
I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ?
Yes , we have inspection abroad .
Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent .
Okay .
How old is he ?
Twelve . He's very sensible for his age .
Yeah . It is the very latest in digital video cameras .
I can see digital video products are quickly going mainstream with their plunging price .
Getting cheaper is not the only reason for their popularity . They come with a lot of inviting functions .
Such as ?
They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode .
They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand .
Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital .
What does this mean ?
This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer .
I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing .
Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects .
What special effects ?
Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves .
That's great !
With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners .
So everybody's getting video mail .
Isn't it lovely ! That's when she got her Master's Degree from Miami University .
Yes , we are very proud of her .
Oh , that's a nice one of all of you together . Do you have the negative ? May I have a copy ?
Surely , I'll have one made for you . You want a print ?
No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector .
I'd like to see that myself .
Have a wallet size print made for me , too .
Certainly .
I'm sorry , it was too cold , and my car couldn't start . I had one to the garage with the heater . I tried to call you , but you couldn't get connection .
Couldn't get connection ?
Yes , your number is out of service .
Really ? I didn't know . Let me check . You're right .
So I couldn't get through .
It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ?
Well , the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service .
Hello , Dana , this is Kevin Abrahams from Eureka Corp . I don't know if you'll remember me but we met last week at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon .
Oh , yes . Hi , how are you ?
Great . Do you have a few minutes right now for me to tell you a little bit more about the data management tools our company has to offer ? It won't take long .
Actually , I'm really swamped right now and I'll be going into a meeting in a few minutes . Is there any literature you can send me ?
Oh , sure , I understand . I'd be happy to send you a promotional packet about the programs that I think might best suit a company of your size . Would it be okay if I called again to see if you have any questions ?
Let's do this . Since I'm not sure when I'll get a chance to read the material , why don't I give you a call if I have any questions . Now , I'm really sorry , but I have to get going to this meeting .
No problem at all . I won't keep you any longer . I'll put a package to you in the mail and we'll go from there .
Sounds good .
Thanks for your time .
No problem . Bye , bye .
Sure
My grandmother just passed away .
I'm so sorry to hear that . When did this happen ?
A couple of days ago . I just go back from the funeral .
Is there anything I can do ?
No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time .
I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ?
Yeah . She died in her sleep .
I'm sorry she's gone .
At least she didn't suffer .
I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together .
I know . But I miss her .
When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said .
Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks .
It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat .
You're right ... I should eat something . Let's go .
Good evening . My wife and I would like a room , please . Is there any room available ? We don't have a reservation .
Let me see . Yes , we have one room left . You're lucky . It's the last one .
Good . We're tired after driving all day , and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room .
This room has two double beds . It's number 56 at the rear of the motel . It's quite a comfortable room .
How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning .
It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ?
No , it's just the two of us .
Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ?
Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips .
Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room . Check - out time is noon .
Thank you very much .
Thank you , sir . Enjoy your stay with us .
They are made a town nearby . The flower vases are made of porcelain and covered with tiny bamboo sticks .
Are they breakable ?
No . They are not only ornamental , but also useful .
No wonder it's so expensive .
It is . It ' s got pictures of interesting building from all over the world , with brief descriptions of how they were build , their purpose , and so on .
There are the pymeids . It ' s easy to see how they got that name ! they don ' t have smooth sides though .
They don ' t now , but most of them did originally . There ' s picture of the pentagon in the United States . It ' s very distinctive with its five sides .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape .
Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ?
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
There are not so many people like you .
You are flattering me .
We have lots of fresh red roses .
How much do the roses cost ?
$ 20 a dozen .
That sounds good . Last year I paid $ 30 .
Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today .
Give me a dozen .
Very good . Would you like anything else ?
No , I'll just give her the roses and a card .
She should be very pleased with these roses .
Thanks , Frank . I ' d love to come . When is it ?
Her birthday is on the 9th . We ' re going to have dinner at a Mexican restaurant , and then maybe go out dancing .
Sounds like fun . You can count me in ! Just give me directions to the restaurant .
There are 15 people in my family .
What did you say ? How many ?
15 people .
Wow . That is a very big family . Do you all live together ?
Of course we do ! My father's parents , Mum , Dad , three unmarried aunts , two uncles , my two brothers , my three sisters and me .
But you don't live at home anymore .
Right , but that's where my heart is . But you're right , now there are only 14 living at home .
My goodness ! Your family must live in a huge house .
Yes . My family lives in rural Korea , near Pusan . We have a huge house . The first floor of the house is a part-time private school . In the afternoon , students come for special tutoring in biology , Englis
Wow ! you grew up in a school ! No wonder your English is excellent !
My aunts and uncles are all teachers .
You are so lucky !
I guess so . While growing up , I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year .
That's what i did in America . I was reading all the time . I was never a big TV watcher . TV wastes time .
I agree . Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English . All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English .
800 books ? I'm impressed !
My aunts studied in the American universities . They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English . That ' s what they learn here in America .
I'd like to buy a toy car for my son .
How about this one ?
It looks nice . How much is it ?
They're three hundred dollars .
Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ?
OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here .
OK , I'll take it . Here's the money .
Thank you very much .
I am Tim Green in Room 1021 and I want a wake-up call at five thirty AM tomorrow .
Yes , I see . five thirty AM Mr . Green , Room 1021 .
I want to change my wake-up time .
Ok , could you tell me your room number and your name ?
Tim , in Room 1021 .
And when would you want us call you this time ?
At six thirty AM tomorrow .
Ok , six thirty AM . We will call you exactly on that time .
Yes , and you could too if your hair wasn't hanging down in your face .
Don't dis my hair ! I like it like this .
You like it , but it's getting to be a handicap for you .
Hey , that's enough about my hair .
I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too .
I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute .
Did I mention she's good at cutting hair too ?
Sure . I'll be there as soon as I finish this document .
No . Come here right now .
OK .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
Operations is made up of Manufacturing , Materials , Shipping and Distribution etc .
It seems that it is a key department for providing materials and transportation .
Yes , it is .
I said , " Is there anything I can do ? "
If it's not too much trouble , I would like some help .
It's no trouble at all . I'll carry this suitcase for you .
Well , he looked sharp and he came across as a very confident guy .
Okay , what about the first woman ?
She looked a little rough around the edges but had great skills .
All right , and what about the older gentle ?
He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified .
Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job .
Why don't you go over the resumes again ? They might help you decide who to hire .
It's one of the top papers in America .
Yes , It's supposed to be outstanding .
Hi , Don . What a surprise !
Yeah , I saw someone walking like you , but I wasn ' t sure . We haven ' t seen each other for how long ? Almost three months ? But you look quite different now .
Have you noticed what has changed ?
Oh , you look quite slender and more vivacious . What have you been taking ? Are you on a diet ?
Yes . I ' m on a diet , but I ' Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ' Ve lost twelve pounds .
Wow ! That ' s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ' s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break .
What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ' m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday .
Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ' s not hard . I can do that .
Sure . Join my class next week .
There is a special form to apply for unemployment benefits .
How do I get the form to apply for unemployment benefits ?
You can go online to begin the application process .
What type of information will I have to provide to the Employment Development Office ?
You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when .
Will they need anything else from me ?
You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance .
What should I do after I turn in the application ?
You need to be interviewed over the phone . They will set up a time for you .
Yes . When is the next train to New York City ?
Let me see ... the train to New York City ... here it is ... daily except Sunday at 10 thirty , 12 twenty and 15 ten .
Aren't there any trains before 10 thirty ?
Sorry , not before 10 thirty .
Then one to New York at 10 thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
$ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Isn't it time for dinner ?
Yes , let's get something to eat .
How about Mac Donald's ?
That was quick work . Let me have a look at it . Yeah , everything looks fine now . Thank you very much .
You are welcome , doctor .
How much do I owe you ?
The total is 87 dollars . Here is the bill .
Really ? You worked here for just half an hour . I consider the price very high .
Excuse me . Can you tell me where l can buy a notebook and a pen ? I need them badly .
Here is a shop in the hotel . It's on the 11th floor .
That's quite convenient . Well , would you please buy me some ? I am so busy . My room number is 304 .
Certainly .
Sure . I don ' t mind .
And can I come in late tomorrow ?
I don ' t see why not .
And may I take Friday off ?
Go ahead . It ' s OK with me .
One more thing . Would you give me a ten-dollar raise ?
No .
Oh I ' m learning very slowly . I think Chinese is more difficult than English .
Well I guess you have fewer characters but I think Chinese grammar is easier .
Maybe , but I think people usually learn English more quickly than Chinese .
Yes , I guess basic speaking in the English is easier .
Maybe that ' s why your English is much better than my Chinese .
Great . The view from this window is wonderful .
This is the kitchen .
It looks new .
Yes . We just renovated a few month ago .
I like it .
Here ' s the master bedroom .
Wow , it ' s nice . What did you say about the rent ?
$ 900 a month .
Does that include utilities ?
Yes . It includes electricity , water , gas and cable , but the telephone is extra .
When will it be available ?
The end of this month .
I like it a lot but I need to talk with my wife . Can you hold it for me for two days ?
Sure .
Thank you very much . I will let you know as soon as possible .
You mean , what's happening ? Well , constable , I'm trying to get out of the windowand Fred here is helping me .
Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door ?
Well , you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry . Come on , Fred , We're wasting time .
Just a minute you two . I don't think you're telling me the truth . This isn't poorhouse , is it ?
No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while .
Is he at home ?
I'm afraid not . He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment .
We were in the same science class last term .
Who made the first move ?
I did .
Wow !
It was no big deal .
What do your parents think of your dating a boy ?
They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend .
They're glad ? !
Yes , sir ! What can I do for you ?
Bring me a cup of coffee , please .
Will you have it strong or weak ?
I prefer strong .
That ' s going to take a while to put together , Paul .
The sooner , the better , Sandy . I don ' t think he ' ll sign anything till he ' s got that in his hands .
I ' ll get to work on it right away . Anything else ?
What is that ?
A chess board ! Daddy is going to teach you how to play !
Cool !
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say " Check Mate " and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
You are in luck . We just receive a shipment of several different styles of white purses .
They must be popular again this season .
Yes , I believe they are . Here are something that might interest you .
Wow . this is nice . I'll take this one . I guess if she doesn't like it she can return it , right ?
Sure . Let me ring this up for you at the register . If you would like , this can be gift-wrapped for free . Just take it to the customer service department .
Really ? There aren't many left now .
No , they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away .
Were there any animals in the forest ?
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
No . But I ' m working on it .
Class starts in twenty minutes . You have to turn it in at the beginning of class today .
I know . I know !
Do you think you can finish it on time ?
Don ' t worry . I ' ll get it done very soon . I ' m almost finished .
You ' d better hurry !
Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me .
Sorry !
How do you do ?
Do you mind if I introduce myself ? My name is Wang Li .
My name is Jim Jones . Are you coming for the interview ?
Yes , I am .
sure . Have you got anywhere in mind ?
I'm starving , so maybe we could go somewhere with large portions .
that Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions . Do you want to go there ?
I'm not really in the mood for Italian , actually . I was thinking of something a bit spicy .
if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ?
I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy .
you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us .
the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food .
the Taj it is then .
shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ?
they'll still charge us a corkage fee .
that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway .
don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight .
are you sure ? We could go Dutch .
no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time .
I won't argue with that ! Let's go !
What ? Won't you have more drinks ?
I'd love to , but I have to get up early tomorrow and get to the office on time .
Oh ! I'm sorry , but I wish you could stay .
Thank you for a very enjoyable evening and your hospitality .
Don't mention it . You can come whenever You are free .
Yeah . I think so . You have to be patient and careful .
So I'd rather walk or run to work .
You must be joking !
I have many hobbies . I like almost all kind of sports , and I also like to listen to classical musics .
What sports do you like best ?
Football . It's a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Inches very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Can you say it again slowly ?
Pam and I are wondering if you'd like to go to the mall with us .
Oh , I see . I'll have to sink about it .
Sink ?
Oops . I meant , " think "
Mary , you're going to have to work on your pronunciation .
I know .
But give yourself some time . You just got here .
Yes . If you don ' t mind sharing room , there ' s one available .
How much is it ?
$ 30 . 00 a week .
Do you think I could have a look at it , please .
I ' m on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
Really ? I ' m not sure that I would like all the attention . There have been numerous cases of paparazzi interfering with star ' s private live in recent years .
I love being photographed ! If I were famous , I ' d do interviews for all the top magazines , like cosmo and elle .
I wouldn ' t mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice , but it would get tedious after a while . Imagine the things the gossip columnists would write about you .
No-one really believes gossip columnists .
I think you ' ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ' d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it
I think you ' re right about that . I ' d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people .
That ' s a great idea . Which charities would you support ?
I love children , as you know , so probably a children ' s charity .
You ' d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ' d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ' d be the first to buy your posters and I ' d attend your first book -
Thanks , but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography .
Does all that come to 10,000 NT ?
Let me see ... yes , 15,880 NT . After the discount , your total comes to 12,704 NT . Here's your free teddy bear , free panties and your card application .
Where do I sign ?
Right here . And write your address . You'll get the card in the mail within a week .
OK .
I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear .
Well , the teddy bear is for me !
Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges . There are no refunds on sale items .
Let's take the MET . lt's faster and cheap .
Which line should we take if we go to Danshui ?
We should take the red line . Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine .
How much money should I insert in the slot ?
5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor .
I see .
It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there .
It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people .
Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes .
If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour .
Anyway , we are arriving at Danshui soon . I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset .
Yes . I'm looking for a green dress .
What size do you wear ? These dresses are on sale .
I wear size 32 . This one looks nice . Where may I try it on ?
Come this way . Here's the dressing room .
How does it look ?
It looks nice . And it's not expensive .
How much is it ?
It's only $ 20 .
I'll take it .
I've already forgiven you . Actually , I also owe you an apology . I was so rude to you that day .
It does ' t matter . I know that people are easy to get mad when they're tired .
Thanks for your understanding .
You're welcome . Happy couples need mutual understanding .
So you have to open all the envelopes .
Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
I have been washing clothes here since a few years ago .
Why is that ?
It doesn't cost me as much to wash here .
I've just started doing my clothes here .
Why are you washing your clothes here now ?
My washing machine broke down .
You should just pay someone to fix it .
It's too expensive to get it fixed .
So you're just going to wash here ?
Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do .
It costs less to wash here .
Let's see ... You are importing fifty containers of textiles from China . They should be able to place your order before the end of next week . It will take 2 days for shipping to the port city of Ningpo . The freight will take 3 weeks on the open ocean , and will arrive in Los Angeles approximately a month from today . Domestic shipping will be your responsibility , you can make arrangements with the pier in Los Angeles .
Fine . We will handle domestic shipping , but what about customs ? Will we have to pay tariff on our imports ? I hope we don't run into any problems with the border control .
No , the Chinese company has that all worked out . With the paperwork you receive with the shipment , you should be good to go .
Fine . How many people are there in your party ?
Just two . How much does the trip cost ?
$ 200 for double .
Is there any chance of a lower price ?
I am afraid not . Right now it's the tour season .
No , sir .
Let's call it a day then . Good - bye , everyone .
Good-bye , sir
Yes , I'm teaching math at Lincoln High School .
So how do you like it ?
Well , the salary is a little low , but the students are nice . How are things with you ?
Not bad . You know I'm an air traffic controller now .
Now that's an exciting job ! ! !
Yes , but it's very stressful .
I swear , I ' m going to kill you for this .
What ' s wrong ? Didn ' t you think it was fun ? !
Oh , yeah ! I had a blast ! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad . Sorry , I ' m just not into this health kick .
Oh , no , get off it . It wasn ' t such a killer class . You just have to get into it . Like they say , no pain , no gain .
I am wiped out . Thank you .
Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ' re gonna come back again with me , aren ' t you ?
Never ! But thank you for inviting me .
Come on . You ' ll feel better after we hit the showers .
It was fun , I tell you .
Tell me about it , will you ?
Well , we drove through the valley on our way there in the morning . It was a magnificent sight !
Did you stop at the Fall for some pictures ?
Sure , we wouldn't miss that for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour .
You were lucky then .
Yeah , we spent the whole morning under the tall trees . We had our picnic there , too .
What did you do after that ?
We went for a swim in the sea . That was the biggest part of the day . Just look at my nice tan !
So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday .
Yes , you are right . And I was so tired out that I fell asleep on the way back . My muscles are still stiff from the swim yesterday .
You said it . We ' er breathing poisonous air every day .
I think it ' s time for the government to take strong action . And people should try to protect environment .
I absolutely agree with you .
Here you go .
48C . It's on your left hand side .
Thank you .
Please fasten your seat belt , miss .
Oops ! I forgot .
Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment .
I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment .
Allow me to give you a hand .
What's in your bags ?
Those are something gifts I bought for my friends .
Would you mind opening it ?
Of course not .
I'm going to Disneyland .
That sounds like fun !
Hi Julie . Yeah . I've been on a diet for a couple of months now .
Wow . You look great .
Thanks for noticing .
What type of diet were you on ?
I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months .
That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ?
Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day .
That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ?
Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate .
That makes sense . I'm going to try that .
You don't need to lose weight .
I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of .
Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet .
Thanks for the advice .
No problem .
Certainly . Have you decided which material you would like the suit to be made from ? We have a selection of materials over here .
Well , I thought that I would choose either this one or that one . I really want a dark blue suit . Which do you recommend .
This material is a little more expensive , but is of much higher quality .
Yes . I can feel the difference in material . There ' s not much difference in price . Ok , I ' ll take the more expensive one .
Fine . I ' ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ' ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su
That ' s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ' t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ?
Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ?
I ' ll take three light blue ones , please .
Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ?
Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ' ll just try it on ... yes , that ' s fine . I ' ll take it . Here ' s my credit card .
Thank you very much , sir . I ' ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you .
Thank you very much . I ' ll see you the day after tomorrow .
I calmed up . And finally , I asked her to chew the cud for such an important decision . I could not have the heart to disappoint her with a blunt refusal .
But I put my foot down and insisted on her forgetting that .
How could have the heart to do that ? She needs warmth and help .
I think they must have horrible lives . All the paparazzi take photos of them wherever they go and whatever they do . They must get sick of it .
I bet they love it really . Sure , they complain about it , but that just gets them more publicity , doesn ' t it ?
I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves . They only want it for their films .
No way ! They want publicity for themselves , so that they get invited to make more films , go to lots of cocktail parties , and even make albums ! They have such an easy life . They don ' t even pay for drinks when they go to a cocktail party .
Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ' s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to wear jeans and a t-shirt , but they can ' t because their managers force them to wear clothes they don ' t like .
I don ' t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ' re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored .
I think you should give them some credit . They ' re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves .
Come on ! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves .
What is it ?
The state of economy is starting to go up in our country .
That ' s just the short in the arm we need .
Yeah ? I guess so . I spent the weekend at beach .
That ' s great . Where did you stay ?
Some friends of my parents live out there , and they invited me there .
So , what did you do out there ? I mean besides bask in the sun , obviously .
I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ' t get through a whole game before I had to sit down .
Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ?
I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees .
It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that .
It looks like you could use it . Don ' t tell me you spent the weekend in the library again .
What is a sixties party ?
You come dressed in anything from the sixties .
That sounds like fun . But where can I get clothes that old ?
Check out your mom's closet . I'll bet she still has something .
Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ?
That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ?
Don't tell me you have a record player !
Thank you all the same .
Because Myra was cheating on exams . and she spoke back rudely .
I don't think that Myra should have spoken so rudely to the teacher . I know she was angry , but that's still no excuse for rudeness .
Many thanks for your presence .
You can't judge a book by its cover .
No where special . I was just taking a walk .
What for ?
To get a little exercise . I'm so out of shape .
Hey , I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week . It's great exercise and it's fun too . Why don't you come out and play with us ?
That sounds great . Give me a call next time you guys play .
Oh , Goodness , please not again . That ' s what we did last week .
No , we didn't . Last week we went to see that movie about a man's struggle against mental illness .
Right , it was a chick flick , just like this one , so what's the difference ? Besides , this is the last week for the third movie in Destroyer series and I want to see that on a big screen . Action movies need to be seen in a theater on a big screen .
Oh , yeah , and I did promise to see it with you if we went to that movie last week . But you liked that movie , didn't you ?
Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap .
It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner . We went to an excellent restaurant .
That place doesn't have a single meat dish . Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much .
And I don't like meat that much . The only meat I eat is chicken .
But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences .
Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat .
Now you're talking , we can see that love story next time .
Hi , Andy . I'm Judy . It's nice meeting you .
Nice meeting you , too .
Come over and visit when you have time .
Thanks for the invitation . I will !
Sounds good .
When did you last time have your eyes checked ?
Two years ago . At that time I had no problems . Now I can ' t even make out something ten meters away .
Come over here . I will test your eyes . First cover your left eye like this , and when I point , please read the chart from the top , and go as far as you can telling me which way the " E " points .
All right .
Good . Now the other eye .
Well , this one is worse .
Never mind , just read as far as you can .
I can only read the first three lines .
Sure . You mean this one ?
No , the one on the left . Yes , that ' s the one . ... Thank you .
It ' s a state-of-the-art piece of equipment , sir . With a gigantic 16 . 1 USGA TFT screen , 2 . 8 Ghz mobile processor , generous 512 MB RAM , removable 80 GB hard drive , convenient CD-RW / DVD combo drive , stunning fast graphics board with 64 MB DDR DRAM , dual battery capability , integrated Fast Ethernet card , IEEE 1394 digital interface and eight USB ports , it has all the power of a desktop computer packed into an ultra-slim notebook !
That ' s impressive ! What ' s the sale price ?
The regular price is $ 2980 . 00 , but until December the 31st it ' s on sale for just $ 2,699 . 00 .
Better take the subway . It ' s faster and more convenient .
Okay . It will be a new experience for me .
We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . we can get almost anywhere rather quickly on the subway . Especially at this time of a day when the traffic is heavy .
where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there three yuan and he'll give you a token . Then you slip it into slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it .
Where can I get the subway Madam ?
Ask the worker who sells token to give you one . It ' s free of charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay additional fare to change train ?
No , you don ' t have to . Here comes the train .
I'm going to do some jogging on the treadmill . Then I think I'll do some work with the dumbbless .
Good idea . I'd suggest you do some crunches too . Thery're great for getting in shape . Make sure you do them correctly .
Ok . I will . Could you help me with the treadmill ? I found it difficult to get the setting right last time .
Sure . Is today only you second visit ?
Yes , it is . I'll be coming here regularly . I think I need regular exercise to get in shape and then to stay in shape .
The treadmill is excellent for helping you to build up stamina . Each time you use it , increase this distance . don't worry about your speed at first . You can increase that later .
I was told that the first time I came heer . I was told not to put too much pressure on my body at first . I need to build up slowly .
That's right . You don't want to injure yourself by exercising too much or in the wrong way . Now , this is how you make the settings for the treadmill ...
Hello ! I'd like to reconfirm my flight reservation .
May I know your flight number , please ?
It's flight CA169 , which leaves Beijing at 8: 00 a . m . on January 20th .
Oh , yes . That's our regular flight to Nanchang . Would you please tell me your name ?
My name is Deng Li .
Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ?
Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket .
Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm .
That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it .
Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible .
OK ! I shall .
Don't you think it's a bit bright ?
Yeah , maybe you're right . How about this outfit ?
That dress looks lovely on you , but it's not very practical , is it ?
No , I don't have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just want to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It's casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It's too plain on its own .
How about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
That might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
That's a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
Thanks . You'd be OK on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
Yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
That looks great . Just one more thing-you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
The leopard print sounds fabulous . OK , I'll take it .
Well , I remember walking pass the baker shop .
But you forgot to get the bread .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
Professor Donald , are you giving your advanced geology course again next semester ?
Yes , I am applying on it .
I wonder if I could enroll in it . I know it is a graduate course and I ' m a junior , but ...
Aren't you a bit young ? I have a lot of qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time keeping up .
I know , but geology of the American west is my major interest and I have done a large reading in the field .
Well , if you think you are ready , I'll let you enroll .
Oh , thanks , professor Donald . this is very nice of you .
I know how you feel . I had a similar problem with a landlord a few years ago . Fortunately , the one we have now is very nice .
I wouldn't count on it .
She did last time .
Yes , but I'll bet she won't again .
Why not ? What about us doing it right now ?
Good idea . I noticed that on our way to the tower there are so many shops selling all kinds of souvenirs .
So let's head there . We'd better hurry up .
I don't think dieting is good for you . It's much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with !
but what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ?
they need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
so you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small desert .
how about drinking soda ?
many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try
that's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
my mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
how do you know so much about food and dieting ?
you might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
Yes .
Are you going to be okay ?
Yes , I'm used to being on my own .
OK ! How about Scrabble ?
No , no , a friend of mine taught me this really fun game . I ' m going to describe someone ' s face , and you guess who it is !
OK !
Let ' s see . He has a roman nose , bushy eyebrows and dimples !
Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin !
Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald !
Your future husband !
Not funny .
Yes , the wine list is at the end of the menu .
Oh . I see . Don't you have Mao Tai ?
Sorry , sir , but I recommend you Bacardi White . It's quite delitous .
Well , that's fine . Bring us a bottle of that .
I would like to use the copy machine .
The machine is over there .
Do I have to pay to use the machine ?
Yes , you will have to pay to use it .
How much ?
It costs ten cents a copy .
Am I limited to a certain number of copies ?
You can copy as much as you ' d like .
Could you show me how to use the copier ?
The instructions for the copier are posted on it .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you .
I want to enrich my knowledge in management . The United States is an ideal place for me .
What will you do when you come home ?
Before I work in the office , I was a teacher . So if possible , I'd like to come back to some school to pass on my new knowledge to more people .
Do you feel your English is good enough for the course ?
Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL .
Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ?
I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S .
How long do you expect to stay there ?
I will be there for three years .
Yes . I ' Ve finished making the birthday cake and I ' Ve put all the things on the table . Did you find the party hats ?
Yes , I did . I ' Ve put one on the table for each child . I put up the big " happy birthday " sign too .
Thanks . Do you think we have enough for the kids to eat and drink ?
I ' m sure of that . There ' s enough food here to feed an army !
That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ' t put any candles on it yet .
Thanks for reminding me . I ' Ve prepared some party games for the children too .
I ' Ve brought a tape with lots of children ' s songs on it .
Hopefully , that will keep everyone happy .
The aroma of roasting coffee beans .
Smells like you're baking something . What are those ?
Green beans . They pop and turn brown when you roast them .
Cool ! But isn't that a hot air popcorn popper ?
This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ...
The beans will burn . I know . I've tasted burnt coffee before ... yuck !
Hey , sounds great to me , kid . What kind of job did you find ?
Job ?
Yes , job . If you ' re going to live on your own , you have to pay for rent and everything else .
I thought I could just get you and Dad to pay for an apartment . I found a cheap one .
When you move out , your father and I aren ' t paying your rent , young man . Get a job .
You ' re right . If I ' m going to live on my own , I have to be independent .
Well , the newspaper is over there . Look in the want ads , but I don ' t know what you ' re going to find without a college degree .
Yes , speaking .
This is Steven speaking . I'd like to buy a stock .
What stock do you want to buy and how many ?
I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson .
Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ?
Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 .
Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today .
Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ?
You can decide by yourself .
I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price .
So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ?
Yes , please .
Where are you now ?
I am on Route 80 , a few miles east of the University of Utah .
What does your car look like ?
It is a red Audi .
This is Denise , Mr . Bruce ' s Secretary . I was calling to confirm his meeting tomorrow with Mr . Dome at 4 o ' clock .
Yes , it ' s confirmed for here in our office .
Is your address still 1150 Lake Road ?
Yes , that ' s correct .
Ok . Thank you .
Yes . That would be nice . When do you want to go ?
Is today OK ?
Sorry , I can't go today .
How about tomorrow night ?
Ok . What time ?
Is 9:00 PM all right ?
I think that's too late .
Is 6:00 PM OK ?
Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ?
The Italian restaurant on 5th street .
Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there .
How about the Korean restaurant next to it ?
OK , I like that place .
I see . When are you travelling ?
I ' d like to fly next Friday .
Is that a return journey or just one-way ?
One-way , please . I ' m flying back to London from Shanghai .
Ok . That will be 1400RMB please .
How long is the flight ?
It ' s about three hours .
Yes , I'm going to the cinema , dad .
You mustn't go to bed very late . Can you be home before nine .
Oh , I won't be back so early . The film will be over at nine . Can I have the key to the bicycle ?
No . I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night .
Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over .
OK . Here's the key . Take care .
I will . Thank you , dad .
Yes , the food you have just sent here is cool . Would you please heat them up ?
I am sorry for that . We will send someone to your room right now .
That's fine . Quickly please , we are so hungry .
Yes , I'm very pleased . I've just got two tickets to see the Olympic opening ceremony .
Wow . You must be very excited .
I certainly am . I would have been very disappointed if I hadn ' t got them .
Shall we go to a restaurant to celebrate ?
What a good idea . I'm quite hungry .
Me too . I feel very thirsty as well .
Let ' s go then .
Yes , the snow is often falling thick and fast here .
Well , I think I like it . I appreciate the snow very much .
Yes , It's really so beautiful with all the things covered by snow .
By the way , where can I go ski ?
There are so many places around . Take a look at the advertisement .
Yes . We went for a walk in the woods near the highway .
Wasn ' t it cold on Wednesday ?
Yes . It was very cold and windy . We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm .
It ' s so nice and quiet in the woods .
Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels .
It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ?
Yes , we bought veal sandwiches . We stopped around twelve , and we ate and watched the squirrels , but it was too windy to sit long . It was a very nice walk , anyway .
Good morning , Miss Bell !
Nice to see you again .
Nice to see you too . It ' s been a long time .
How is everything ?
Just fine , and you ?
Quite well , thank you .
Did you drive yourself to the airport ?
No , I was driven by my husband .
Did someone meet you at the airport here ?
Yes , thanks .
Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ?
No , the meeting will be held on the fourth floor .
The notice you received is a 30 - day notice to vacate .
Are you kidding me ?
I mentioned to you before that you need to keep up with your rent . This notice to evict is letting you know that I mean business .
You can ' t just throw me out on the street !
You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you .
Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ?
You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments .
I am going to take care of the rent payment right now .
Thank you . The payment needs to be in the form of cash or a cashier ' s check .
Really ? That's a straws in the wind .
I think so . Maybe he's fallen for her .
Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl .
Right .
It ' s good . But to tell you the truth , I don ' t wear perfume .
I ' m sorry . I didn ' t know that .
That ' s all right . Thank you all the same .
Saturday ? Oh , I have a previous engagement .
What a pity ! Then how about Sunday ?
I've already got plans , too .
Then when do you think we could go out together ?
How about Friday ? Only in that day can I arrange it .
OK . Any time on Friday will be OK with me .
That's settled then . I'll contact you later .
Fine with me , but no more chafing dish .
Let's go to the food stall . There's a good one just around the corner .
I'd love to try some snacks .
( Later .. ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Super !
We did the best that we could to give you a low price . Did you get our recent estimate ?
Based on the estimate you gave us , by the time we figure in transportation and other expenses , our profit is short . With the offer you've given me , we're making next to nothing . Can ' t you do any better ?
I've already given you a discount of 20 % off of our normally charge . If I go any lower , we'll have loss on this project . I really want to work with you on this . But we've already gone as low as we can go .
I'll be honest with you , our budgeted cost can't exceed more than $ 150 per unit . That is our bottom line . If you can meet that price , you've got the deal . Otherwise ...
I'll tell you what , I'll go over the number again with our financial team and see what I can do . I can't give you any guarantees . But we can try .
Well , do you think I have to ?
I do . We haven't watered them for quite a few days .
Please look at the sky . Don ' t you see the dark clouds ? It's going to rain soon .
Good . So we don't have to work . How nice !
But I don't think it's so nice .
Why ?
The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week .
Oh , I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain .
Why , this is the most interesting film !
I hate the hero . He ' s too cruel .
But it's only a film .
I sure did . You're in luck ! It's supposed to snow all week in the mountains !
Yes ! Somebody up there loves me ! I knew it wasn't too late for snow .
It is kind of strange though , to have snow in April , and so much of it .
There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time , don't you think ?
When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever .
This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard .
It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right .
Yeah , it's must for me .
But don't forget to give me a ring .
I won't , mom .
Take care of yourself .
I will . Bye , mom .
Bye , my boy .
Sorry , I don't know , there's something wrong with my watch .
You've simply forgotten to wind it up , have you ? When do you usually wind it up ?
In the coming , before going to work .
You got up so late today . You have , I think . Turn on the TV and set your watch by it .
OK . I'll turn it on .
All right . It's just four o'clock .
Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you .
You are welcome .
No problem . I can deal with it well .
You will ask for it .
All is best now , isn ' t it ?
Yes , I would be happy to help . What do you want to buy ?
I want to buy that candy .
OK . So this machine will make change if you need it . Do you have your dollars ready ?
Yeah , so far , so good .
Next , you feed your dollars into the machine in the slot . Make sure they are smooth .
Yeah , I already knew that .
I'm sure you know that if the dollar gets stuck , you might have to re-feed it .
OK , let's move on !
Now you just make your selection and pray . If nothing comes out , try again or call the number on the side of the machine .
I hope it works !
Well , good luck !
How was your day ?
Pretty good . I've made a few friends already .
Anybody I know ?
Well , Pam Franklin lives next door to us . By the way , can I go to her house this Saturday ?
Of course . You didn't have to ask me .
That's what Pam said .
Just don't stay out too late .
Yes , just over there .
I'd like to see some Mandarin textbooks too . Do you have any ?
Yes , they are just next to the newspapers actually .
Thank you .
No , It is a middle-sized private company .
Do you have more than 200 employees in the company ?
Yes , there are approximately three hundred people .
Thank you , Joe . What would you like to drink with your meal ? I can offer you wine , mango juice , or water .
Just water would be fine .
Excellent choice . Can I dish you up some chicken ?
Yes , the chicken looks wonderful !
How about some salad to go with your chicken ?
Sure , I love salad !
Would you like to have rice with your chicken ?
Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken !
Good ! Julie , if you could pass this plate down to Joe , I think we are all set .
But I ... I don't agree with that , because computers weaken kids ' ability to think , because kids don't learn basic skills .
What do you mean ?
They can't spell , they can't add , they can't subtract , they even don't remember any more . that ' s because they rely on gadgets .
That's not the gadgets . Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts .
I strongly recommend it . As an international enterprise , it produces high quality household appliances .
Is there a warranty ?
Yes , all their products have warranties .
How long is it ?
The fridges is covered by a one-year warranty .
Which model is the best seller of this year ?
This one . How do you like it ?
It's too big for me . Could you recommend something else ?
Sure , this way please .
I did it myself . I went online and found a lot of website devoted to home improvement . Then I went to DIY shop and bought everything I needed . I ' m sure I saved a lot of money by doing it mys
so , let ' s see . You have put new tiles on the floor and replaced a few tiles on the walls . You ' Ve also added a small cupboard for toiletries . The bath , shower and waterbasin are the sam
yes , they are . I gave them a good clean . They are in good condition and don ' t need to be replaced .
how long did it take you to do the tiling .
as I hadn ' t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The
I think you ' Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ?
you ' ll be lucky ! However , I ' ll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself .
I don't know about that .
It's rather an unusual case . Have you found the cause of leaking ?
It ' s simply because the tins were damaged .
It appears to be the only case to us , that the goods have been damaged on the way .
I am sorry to say it's not on the way , but during loading . The tins inside the cases were broken evidently through rough handling .
Could you offer us a certificate issued by your Health Department ?
Certainly . Here you are . Our health authorities said they were no longer suitable for human consumption . I have to remind you that our terms are CIF Hamburg . I hope you would indemnify us for the loss , so it wouldn't be so heavy on us .
Now we are prepared to settle the issue with you amicably .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , these are all my personal effects .
What's in the bag ? Would you mind opening the bag ?
Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable . Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ?
No . You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings .
Thank you .
Oh , dear .
You must have realized somebody was here .
Oh , well , I looked around . There wasn't any other space . I waited a while and nobody came . I'm sorry if I've taken your place .
I don ' t think so .
How about going to a concert ?
That ' s should be fun .
You ' re leaving so soon . When are you off ?
I ' m catching the nine fifteen train tomorrow morning .
how about I come and see you off ?
You really don ' t need to .
Ok . I ' ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon .
I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything .
You ' re welcome .
Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me .
Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey .
Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ' re ever in Washington .
Of course . I will .
Goodbye , then . Thanks again for everything .
Do you mean the ' I love you ' virus that attacks computers through e-mail ?
Yes . It is one of the most harmful computer viruses in the world . People say it will break out again om Valentines ' Day this year .
This is terrible . Why do hackers play such a dirty trick ?
Hackers are smart , and they want people to know about it .
So they create viruses to tell people they are smart ? That's really sick .
Come in , please .
I'm sorry to trouble you , but I'd like to ask when I will get a raise .
In 3 months or so .
You said the same thing three months ago .
Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up .
You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ?
Yes .
I got the message . I'm quiting .
Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times . and I can't be handing out raises for anyone .
I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't .
I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do .
Very well , consider me gone .
I am worried .
What about ?
My exam .
Oh , is that all ?
I feel very nervous about it .
Don't worry about it . Try to look on the bright sight of things .
Hello , I want confirm my flight . My name is Jesse .
When is your flight ?
June loth .
One first class seat on flight YW132 , is that right ?
Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ?
You are supposed to check in at least one hour beforehand .
You're going to have to make an appointment .
Can I make one right now ?
When would you like the installation to be done ?
I'm off this Friday .
The only time we can come on Friday is at 3
I'm going to need it installed earlier than that .
I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday .
Is Saturday any better ?
Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ?
Is 11
That's perfect . See you on Saturday .
Thank you for your compliment . I bought this PC with my first-month salary . I am getting to know the on-line trade .
I'm wondering if you often trade with others on the internet .
Yes , I often do business through internet now .
Oh , really ? Is it a good way ?
Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house .
What advantages does it have ?
Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service .
I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition .
The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers .
So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways .
Will you give me some suggestion ?
Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thank you . Maybe I will do business through internet in the future .
I'm going to have to say that Superbad is the best movie ever .
You think so , how come ?
Well , Superbad is super funny .
You're not lying , I found that movie absolutely hilarious .
I didn't know that you saw Superbad before .
I made sure to be in line to see it the first day it came out .
I couldn't keep from laughing throughout the whole movie .
I was laughing hysterically the whole time ; my stomach muscles hurt afterwards .
That's exactly how I felt .
I got the movie when it came out on DVD , do you want to come over ?
I would love to .
I am interested in watching TV or other relaxing games .
How do you spend your spare time ?
I usually read or entertain myself .
What kind of books are you interested in ?
My favorite books are those about detectives .
Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ?
When it comes to the entertainment , I think I enjoy dancing . There is nothing I like more than modern dance .
It ' s hard to believer you ' re really retiring . What are you going to do with yourself ?
Have fun ! I plan to spend some more time with my grandkids , and I might even go back to school .
Well , good luck . Give me a ring sometime , and let me know how you are .
Really , what's wrong with it ?
The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton .
Oh , do you use your computer often ?
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
I'm really sorry , Ethan . I tried so hard , but I'm afraid I could't find a Dutch restaurant in town . The best I could do was a German one about 15 minutes from here .
what ? I don't understand .
I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food ?
Oh ! Ha-ha ! That's not what I mean when I said ' go Dutch ' !
Huh ? What were you talking about , then ?
' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly !
oath ... that makes so much more sense ! Ha-ha . Well , great , I don't like German food anyway !
Hello , Marry , this is Lin Wang , calling from network .
Hi , Mr Wang , who do you wish to speak to ?
May i speak to David please ?
Davids who , we have 5 Davids in the office .
Oh , sorry , David Richton .
Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
The bigger they are , the harder they fall .
I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Can I help you , sir ?
I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
December the fifteenth . The day after tomorrow is little Tom ' s birthday .
Right . What present should we give him this time ? By the way , how old is he ?
Thirteen today and tomorrow . Fourteen the day after tomorrow .
How time flies ! He ' s a big boy now .
And don ' t forget Mary , Tom ' s twin sister . It ' s her birthday , too .
OK . Let ' s invite all their little friends to come and celebrate .
He said he would tell us the secret of becoming a successful man .
It ' s too good to be true ! If I were there , I would ask him if he himself was a successful man .
Nobody would drive him up a wall by asking him such a question , you know .
Yes , I am Professor Clark .
Hello , Professor , this is Kalina , and I am in your literature class on Monday mornings .
Yes , how are you doing ?
I was partying hard over the weekend , fell down the stairs , and need time to recuperate .
That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ?
I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine .
How many days will you be out of school ?
The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week .
I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class . Get well !
Yes , there aren't any clouds in the sky and we've got such a beautiful view here . Look ! This is St James Park . And there's Buckingham Palace
Where's Hyde Park ?
It's on the other side of the Palace .
That's the place where people make speeches on Sundays , isn't it ?
Yes , you're right . Politicians of all kinds , religious people , and one or two madmen .
Well , are we going there today ? I want to take shots there .
Sure . I can see you're enjoying your trip today .
Of course . Everything's so striking and fascinating .
Sure . It will depart 2 hours later .
What's the fare for a single ticket ?
That's $ 150 .
Can you give me a special offer ?
Of course . Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off .
How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ?
I am sorry , there is no difference .
What's the hardware ?
The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes .
That's seems obvious enough . Then what about the software ?
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
No , this taxi is free .
Please take me to the Honging Hotel .
OK . Please get in . I'm glad to serve you .
Could you get there in twenty minutes ?
It will take half an hour to get to the hotel .
I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me .
OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes .
Thanks .
Oh , yeah . The total amount is no less than 13,000 RIB , according to our itinerary .
What ? That's too much .
Sit down . I'll show you the list of our financial budget . First of all , it is nearly 4,000 RIB that we should spend in transportation .
Ah , the transportation fee always takes a great part in the budget .
Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good .
Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel .
In that case , we can choose the Youth Hotel . It's a good choice , clean and economic .
Thomas , if I could write with the beauty in her eyes , I was born to look in them and know myself .
And , her lips ?
Her lips ? The early morning rose would wither on the branch if it could feel envy .
And her voice like a lark's song ?
Deeper , softer , none of your twittering larks . I would banish nightingales from her garden before they interrupted her song .
Oh , she sings too ?
Constantly . Without doubt , and plays the lute . She has a natural ear .
Merry Christmas . Steven !
What do you want to do to celebrate Christmas ?
I'll have supper with my girlfriend and go shopping . What about you ?
I'll go to church first and then go to a Christmas party . Would you like to come ?
I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later .
See you .
I ' m looking forward to seeing Westminster abbey , where many historic figures are buried , like Isaac Newton , the great mathematician and Winston Churchill , the great wartime leader .
Nearby , on the banks of the thames , there ' s the statue of Boadicea . She fought the Romans when they invaded Britain .
Women have often played an important role in british history . Queen Elizabeth I built a navy strong enough to fight off the Spanish armada in 1588 . more recently , Margaret thatcher transformed british
She was a very controversial leader . Are we going to visit the famous tower of London later ?
There ' s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow .
I ' m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too .
I ' Ve seen them before . They ' re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ' s one place you have to go .
Where ' s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ' s the waxworks museum .
There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty .
Sometimes , it ' s hard to know who belongs in each section of the museum !
I ' d like a half a pound of ground beef , please .
Good choice ! Our ground beef is extra lean , if you know what I mean .
Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ?
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Are you serious ? Gambling is a vice industry built on deception and fed by the intentional exploitation of human weakness for the sole purpose of monetary gain ! It disgusts me .
What are you talking about ? How does it exploit people ?
Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
I don't mind shopping for food and other daily needs .
What do you think of big department store ?
It's fun walking around them , but their displays are so good I'm tempted to buy things I don't really need .
I did , but he gives me a runaround .
If I were you , I would put the whole matter on the table .
But he was trying to beat about the bush . And my talk with him was fruitless .
Pity I haven't . If I can afford it , I'll certainly take a trip abroad .
That's also my dream .
How about going to italy next summer vacation ?
Why not ?
Yes . This is Mr . Wang in Room 1305 . Please send up a boy to help me with my luggage .
Certainly , sir . How much luggage do you have ?
Well , two big suitcases and two small bags .
I'll send someone up right away .
How long have you been sick ?
Since yesterday .
Those tow games are quite different . First , there ' s the size of the teams . In football , a team has 11 players . In rugby there are 15 players on each team . The biggest difference is that in football , only the goalkeeper can use his hands . In rugby , the ball is usually carried forward by players , though kicking is permitted .
In rugby , players pass the ball by throwing it to team mates , don ' t they ?
That ' s right . However , players can only pass the ball backwards . They cannot pass the ball forwards to their team mates . That ' s a foul .
I know how goals are scored in football , but how about in rugby ?
If a team carries the ball over the goal line , they score points . A team can also score points by kicking the ball between two tall posts at each end of the pitch .
There ' s a lot more physical contact in rugby , isn ' t there ?
Yes . Players usually need to bring a player down to stop him from moving forward with the ball . This is called " tackling " , as in football .
The ball is a different shape in rugby , isn ' t it ?
Yes . It ' s not perfectly round like a football . A rugby ball is oval in shape . There ' s a match on TV this afternoon . Why don ' t you watch it with me ? I ' ll try to explain the rules and tactics while we ' re watching .
Ok .
Oh , is it ? Let me check .
Yes , please .
I'm sorry to say this room charge is yours .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidences ?
No , we got no receipt , and we pay it on the spot !
Do you know what kind you want to open ?
I want a checking account .
Do you know what the minimum balance is ?
What is that ?
You need to keep it at $ 100 .
That ' s it ?
That ' s the least amount you can have .
What ' ll happen if I don ' t maintain that ?
We will fine you .
How much will I be fined ?
You will be fined $ 25 .
Sorry , I don ' t know the rule about punching .
That ' s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From 11:30 to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
I hope so . I'm not actually a customer here , but I saw an advertisement in yesterday's newspaper about your new bank card .
I see . Yes , the advertisement has proven very effective . Would you like to apply for a card with us ?
Yes , please . But I suppose I'll have to open an account with you first , right ?
That's right . But don't worry ; it's a very simple procedure .
Could I open an account with you today ?
Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that .
Yes , here you go . And sign here ?
Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card .
So quick and easy ! Thanks very much .
There are hundreds and hundreds . English is particularly rich in idiomatic expressions .
Can you give us an example ?
I'll look up the rate . To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof . It means to search for and find some information .
What about the expression Goodbye ? Is that an idiom ?
That is just a natural , grammatical English expression . It has a direct translation in other languages .
This is interesting , Ms . Parker .
Why ? Just read your notes . You can see what the professor stressed in the lectures . Probably the exam will ask about things he stressed .
Yes , but my notes are all nonsense . I can't figure out what is important .
Let me see them . Are these all the notes you have ?
Yes .
But Laurie , how can you do well in school if you don't take more notes ?
What do you mean ? You think I don't write enough .
I'm sure you don't write enough . Look at this . Here you wrote , Russian Revolution . 1917 . Bolsheviks . Real revolution , or coup ? And that's all ? I remember he lectured for a half hour about that question . And you didn't write any of it !
I know , but I listened .
Yes , but did you remember ? You need good notes to help you remember .
I suppose you're right . But what can I do ? I don't know what to write down .
There are different things you can do . For one , the university offers a special free course on note-taking . You should go to the course . Also , I am pretty good at taking notes . I can help you on this exam . I will photocopy all my notes , and you can compare them to your notes . Then maybe you will see what kinds of things to write down .
That would really help me , Sue . I appreciate it . All this makes me feel like an idiot .
Don't feel that way . I know you are very smart . Note - taking is a special skill . All students need to learn it . Some people are very smart , but they just haven't learned how to take notes yet . I'm lucky because I had a good English teacher in high school . She taught me how to take good notes . It's not hard .
Alright . University and high school seem very different to me . I suppose I just need to learn how to manage lecture classes . Then I will do better .
Certainly . Here you are . It's a new arrival .
Yes , I like the style . Can I try this on ?
Sure . The fitting room is in the corner .
Mrs . Smith has not checked in yet .
Can you leave a message for her to call her office ?
Yes , I'll see that she get the message when she checks in .
I have many hobbies . I like almost all kinds of sports and I also like to listen to classical music .
What kinds of sports do you like ?
I like playing basketball . Basketball is a very exciting game because it keeps you alert and I also enjoy the team spirit of basketball .
Who is your favorite author ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much . I've read almost all of them in Chinese translation .
Are you a music lover ?
Yes , I like listening to Beethoven's works .
What kinds of films do you enjoy ?
I like all kinds as long as they are exciting .
No , I am on business . I will spend half a month for the business .
What do you do ?
I am currently working in a foreign company as a salesman .
I know all the tricks of the trade . It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted .
Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ?
I am a reporter at a TV station .
Do you like your job ?
Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year .
Which kind of news do you catch ?
I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades .
Are you feel tired ?
Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing .
You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter .
That's right . I am still wet behind the ears .
Thank you , miss . Will dinner be served on the plane ?
Yes , sir . I'll bring you a menu shortly after we take off .
That would be nice . Could you also get me a pillow and a blanket , please ?
Here you are .
How long will this flight last ?
It is a six-hour flight with an-hour layover in Los Angles .
Good . I'll have plenty of time to nap on the plane .
Good coming . Are you through with the cleaning ? If not , we'll come back a little later .
Never mind , come right in . I've almost finished . You always keep the room neat and tidy , I must say . It saves me a lot of work , but you should let me do it .
It doesn't take much time . I ' m used to tidying up my room myself .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Sure . Which one ?
Titanic .
Where do you want to sit ?
Front , please .
Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows .
Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ?
Sorry . We ' Ve nothing further back .
All right . We ' ll take the second row . By the way , how much is it ?
Thirty yuan .
Fairly expensive .
Thank you for allowing us 3 % reduction , but still we find your price is on the high side .
This is our rock-bottom price and we can't make any further reduction .
If so , we find it difficult for us to go on with our talks .
Then , what's your countr-offer ?
This is our counter-offer .
We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great .
So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market .
How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ?
Agreed .
I ' m sorry sir . This computer is not broken or damaged . It ' s simply just too old ! That ' s why your programs and applications are running slow . There really isn ' t much I can do .
What do you mean ? I bought this computer just three years ago !
Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
Sure . I ' Ve never seen a dragon boat race .
Really ? I think you ' ll love it .
As long as I don ' t have to row .
I didn't really like it .
Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography .
I found it very disappointing .
She liked the acting , too , because that's what she wanted to see .
I wasn't happy with it .
Nothing is to your satisfaction .
Yeah , I'm glad that we didn't have to wait long . I'm starving !
Let's take a look at the menu so we can order . Do you want to choose an appetizer for us to share ?
What would you rather have , samosas or poppadoms ?
I heard that one of their specialities is the samosa .
Well , let's get a plate of those then .
Sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ?
I think I might have a dahl .
What's in a dahl ?
It's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice .
That sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ?
Ok . How about some lamb kebabs ?
That's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ?
I think I'll have a beer .
Ok , shall I flag down the waitress ?
I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round .
You're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me !
What would you do without me ?
What do you mean by cautious ?
She never puts words into her mouth , she only repeats the opinions of others .
Thats a clever way to escape responsibility .
Really ? How do you get the chance ?
You know . I took part in the Chinese contest . I was the best and they gave me this reward . I don ' t have to pay for my trip .
Congratulations . How lucky you are !
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
They are reports of our company .
Are they filed alphabetically ?
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Well , I'll consider the possibility . By the way , when do I open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June ?
A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered .
Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ?
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space - - all this takes time , you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mrs . Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit .
You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C .
That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation .
Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future .
By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ?
Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into .
If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner .
Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time .
All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect .
We'll talk about it next time . Now that everything is settled , let's have a cup of tea , and take our minds off business for a change .
I agree . I ' ll look in the paper .
A house would be great . I could plant a garden . And you could use the garage for a workshop .
Here ' s an interesting ad , For rent . Two-bedroom , unfurnished house , fenced yard , one-car garage . Pets OK .
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
Pardon ?
What university would you enter ?
University ? Why ? You asked me last year .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
I would like to return this book .
May I do anything else for you ?
I would also like to check out these books .
Will that be all ?
That ' s it .
Do you have your library card ?
Oh , yeah . Here you go .
Will that be all for today ?
That ' ll be all .
These books are due back in two weeks .
Thanks . Have a good one .
Sure . If you want to stretch your legs , a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body , like this . It ' s a very simple exercise , but very effective .
I need to excise my arms too . How can I do that ?
One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ' t want to drop them on your feet !
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend their bodies at the waist , which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise .
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
Yeah . There's an express that leaves in twenty minutes .
May I buy a ticket here at the station ?
Sure .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
Something awful happened . We went to the Portobello Road , and someone stole my handbag .
Oh , dear . Did you lose a lot of money ?
No . Only a few pounds . But my passport was in the bag . That ' what I ' m really worried about .
You must tell your embassy about it . And I think they ' ll issue you with a new one .
Why ? It looks like a sunny day .
Looks can be deceiving .
What do you mean ?
It's very windy today .
But look , it's so sunny out .
Mary , you must be careful . In some parts of America , the day can be - 10 ° C and sunny .
No way . Do it yourself .
Please , I promise this is the last time .
OK , I'll iron your shirt for you , but only if you make me a cup of coffee .
Is that OK ?
It's so beautiful here . I want to stay longer .
Well , I think we'd better go now . We have to follow the guide .
That's all right .
Don't you have one like this in blue ?
Yah , but it doesn't have a red one .
Do you need every color in the rainbow ?
Yes !
Ze ze ze ... Women !
Channel 24 . It shows some cable networks and no commercial interruptions .
You did ? How do you like the fashion show ?
It was very good . I followed it right to the end .
I really liked living in Australia . I was an international student and I studied education at the university of Sydney . And living in Sydney was fantasticbecuase I could go to the beach anytime I wanted and there was a great nightlife in Sydney . There are lots of great clubs . And people were very , very friendly and easy-going and I met a lot of international people in living Sydney .
Mm-hm . How long were you there ?
I was there for almost a year .
Oh , OK .
And I travelled a little bit in Australia . I went up the east coast . Up to Frasier Island . Which is a world heritage site . And I saw dingo running along the beach and sharks in the water . We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the ... , which is a but north . And the further north you go in Australia , the hotter it gets . So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license , so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly .
So , did you , did you lose your finger ?
Almost .
Almost . Ah , you're lucky . Um , it's funny , you go in the water and you worry about sharks , but not clams .
Exactly .
Will you be going back to Australia soon ?
I'd like to go and live there for at least another year . Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city . They have lot of museums and parks .
It's ages since I went to see a film .
Why ? You were a real movie buff when you were a student .
But now I would stay at home watching TV .
Thanks .
Now what can I do for you ?
Well , I'm looking for a job .
Fine , but first I need some information about you .
What kind of information do you want ?
Well , first of all , your name . What's your surname ?
Wilson .
And your other names ?
Steven Michael .
Have you got your e-mail address ?
Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo . com .
How old are you ?
Twenty-one .
Where were you Bron ?
In California .
Are you married or single ?
I'm single .
And what was your last job ?
I was an office boy .
There are a few stories about natural disasters . There is a massive forest fire in Australia . It covers several square kilometers of land has destroyed many more square kilometers .
Was it caused accidentally or naturally ? Sometimes it gets so hot that fires begin naturally in Australia and Africa .
Nobody knows at the moment , but it has been very hot there recently . The drought in Africa is causing starvation . Millions of people have migrated to try and find food .
What is the international community doing to help ?
The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region .
How many countries have been affected ?
Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries .
I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in Iran .
Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried under rubble .
Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ?
So far , less than 20 people have died , but over 100 are in hospital .
I'd love to go out with you , but I'm sorry I'm busy tonight , but I'd like a rain check .
OK .
I'm sorry . I won't do it again .
Try to be more careful in future . Look ! You ' Ve damaged the sign .
Is this the sign ? What does it say ?
It says ' No smoking here ' .
It's our pleasure .
Our hope is to establish mutual beneficial trading relations between us .
Yes , please . My son wants to go overseas , to England , to do his Master degree . I wondered if you offer any kind of loan that could assist him in doing so ?
We certainly do . I can give you some details about a loan called Personal Loan for Studying Abroad . We offer this to anyone who will study outside this country .
I see . What does it entail ? I'm not sure if we will be eligible .
This loan is specially provided for people who are studying overseas to pay for their tuition fee and other sundry items .
So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ?
That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see .
That is good to know . Just think ! We've been worrying about this for weeks and just a short visit here and my mind is at ease . Thank you .
Hi . Last month , our company , Turner Interiors of Beijing , ordered some documents under our new L / C . What I want to do is check and see if the documents have arrived yet .
Let me find that on my screen ... yes , the L / C is right here . I'm sorry ; the documents don't seem to be here yet .
Oh , dear . When do you think they will arrive ?
It should be around 5 working days , but different cases take different times . Sorry I can't be more precise .
It's a job I have been dreaming of for many years . While it is difficult , I am convinced that there is nothing more noble and rewarding than this profession .
Do you know about our school ?
Yes , a little . I know your school is one of the best known in this town . There are about 200 children in the school .
That sounds great ! I ' d love to ! Here is my address . Pick me up at eight ?
Perfect !
Thank you for such a lovely evening ! The food was amazing , and I had a great time .
Me too . You look so beautiful tonight ! I wish this night would never end . There ' s something I have to tell you ...
What is it ?
I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day , but I was wrong . A twist of fate brought us together . I crashed into your life and you into mine , and this may sound crazy , but I ' m falling in love with you , Veronica .
I'm very touched , and I can't help bursting into tears at the wedding .
Really ? I have seen that our wedding , but just mary's .
Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown , and I record the moment that I was bride .
You are always be the most beautiful one in the world . What is the bridemaid's name ?
Judy , Why are you so interested in her ?
Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman
He's terribly handsome .
I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive .
Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you .
Administer is doing a good job . I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are .
If they steal the entire package , that would be theft . So they don't do that . Generally , thieves open the case and take part of the contents out . Then fill the case so that the gross weight will be the same .
If the goods are received in apparent good order and condition , the steamship company doesn ' t have liability for pilferage . How do we protect ourselves ?
The insurance policy protects us .
Is it true that products of high value such as watches , jewels and luxury clothing items are often subject to pilferage ?
It's absolutely true in the United States that losses from pilferage have been limited to high valued goods . We must study more about packing .
Really ? Well , thanks for saying so .
No , I mean it . Look , are you hungry ? Shall we go get something to eat ?
Sure . Why not ?
OK , well , let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner .
OK .
Sorry , they are too busy these days .
How about this weekend ?
Yes , I think so .
Good afternoon , Mr . Brown . My name is Mrs . Anderson , manager of the sales department .
Nice to see you , Mrs . Anderson .
Nice to see you too , Mr . Brown . Won ' t you sit down ?
Thank you .
What would you like , tea or coffee ?
I ' d prefer coffee if you don ' t mind .
Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ?
No , it ' s the fourth time .
Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ?
Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before .
Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ?
Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products .
We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ?
Women ' s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ' ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ?
All right .
No , I didn't .
I'm sorry to hear that .
The last straw , huh ?
Yes , he's really pushed me too far .
I know what you mean .
Certainly sir , this is our train schedule . We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm .
How long does it take to get there ?
About twelve hours . We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train . If you ' d like , you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive .
Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time !
Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers .
Great ! I ' ll take it .
Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train !
I understand . Thank you very much !
Have a great trip .
So soon ?
You have to brew the grinds while they're fresh and drink it immediately for the best flavor .
OK ! Hurry , then ! Here's my cup . I can't wait for step four !
There is no step four ...
Yes , there is , drinking your coffee !
Fine , thanks .
But you look depressed .
I have some problem with my work .
Is it serious ?
I can solve it , thanks .
How about your family ?
Everything is Okay . And as soon as I see my son at home , all my worries vanish into the blue .
nine twenty pm , I couldn't say . I cann't remember .
Are you sure you cann't remember ?
I've absolutely certain .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
Wait a moment , I want to go to the toilet .
You try to put on a brave face .
I thought it was in a quiet neighborhood , but it isn't .
What's wrong ?
One of my neighbors has a dog .
Does it make a lot of noise ?
It barks all night long .
Thank you .
How many pieces of baggage do you have ?
Three . Would you please help us take them to the hall ?
Surely , of course .
Well , if not gymnastics , then mountain biking .
Mountain biking is an Olympic sport ?
Since 1996 it has been . And I bet I'd be pretty good at it . I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day .
I've already started .
When ?
This afternoon .
Hi George ! It's good to see you !
What have you been up to ?
I just opened up my own business not long ago .
Good for you ! What are you doing ?
I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that .
I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun !
Well , I don't know about the profit part yet . But I am really having fun !
It could be . There are floods in this country almost every year , but in recent years they have been more widespread and more frequent .
It seems that the climate in this country is changing .
The summers are hotter . The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years . There have also been stronger winds .
I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment .
I think you ' re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem .
Me too . If we don ' t do something soon , It might be too late .
I'm not sure . I have to check my schedule . Where are you going ?
oh , Jake made a reservation at Friday's .
Jack ?
yes , the one with the R $ D team . Is that a problem ?
I will never go out with him anymore .
why did you say so ?
last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all !
oh , really ?
he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly .
are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ?
it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him .
what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ?
I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much .
maybe he should really something about eating etiquette .
oh , he really should .
Wow that ' s great news ! They ' re a great couple !
I know ! Anyways I just talked to Alex ' s best man and he is organizing the bachelor party It ' s gonna be so much fun ! All the groomsmen are thinking up all the wacky and crazy things we are going to do that night .
You aren ' t going to a strip club , are you ? I don ' t want you getting a lap dance from some stripper with the excuse that it ' s your friends party .
Aw come on ! It ' s just some innocent fun ! You know how these things are ! We are gonna play drinking games , get him some gag gifts and just have a good time . Nothing too over the top .
Well , I don ' t know .
Come on ! If one of your friends was getting married I wouldn ' t mind you going to her bachelorette party !
Good , because my friend Wendy is getting married and I ' m organizing her party !
What !
Yes , of course . This is really a nice party with wonderful people and lovely wines .
I ' m glad you ' re enjoying it .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
I want a pair of locus .
Take a look at the ones on display , please .
I need size 41 .
Yes , he is running for class president .
I don't believe you .
Take my word for it .
Because they are rednecks .
Yes , at first I felt very awkward . After Bill was demoted and then resigned , it was kind of like somebody died ! I mean the atmosphere in the office was like a funeral parlor or something . And then I was afraid people would look at me as a traitor for filling in his spot when the management asked me to ...
Did they mutiny ?
Thankful , no . I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career . I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor . After a couple weeks , it was like nothing happened .
It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work . supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them .
Yeah , and they also take the blame , that's what happened to my old boss ...
Yes . You will save 90 cents on each bag .
Is there any limit ?
No , no limit . You can take as many as you want .
That ' s good . Thanks .
You ' re welcome .
I ' m fine , thank you .
Did you need help with something ?
If I could , I would like to view the apartment sometime today .
That won ' t be possible today .
Why is that ?
You can only view the apartment with an appointment .
I would like to make one right now if I can .
Are you available this Friday ?
Can we do it at 6 o ' clock ?
Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed .
All right . I ' ll see you on Friday .
I was going to eat in , I'm short on cash .
Don't worry about it . It ' s on me .
In that case , I'm with you . Em . this is good .
I agreed , Hi , guess what ? I went bungee jumping last weekend .
Are you on the up and up ?
Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way .
If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere .
come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime .
Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping .
No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat .
What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you .
I can teach you how .
I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it .
No , not really , but I think I have lost my wallet . Where can it be ?
Are you nuts ? What would my friends think if they see me in a hired car ?
But that ' s the quickest way to make your plans work .
Oh this is hard ! Well , I ' ll see what I can do .
Yes , just follow the porter , Mr . Wilson .
Thank you , sir .
Certainly , Sir . You do have a Current Account with us right ?
Oh , no , I'm afraid I don't . Is that necessary ?
Yes , Sir . In order to get a credit card with us , you'll need to open a Current Account here . Could you please fill out this form with your relevant details ?
That's done . Do you need to see any credentials ?
Yes , a passport will be fine .
I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up .
That's fine , Sir . We'll see you again a little later .
I am sorry too . I know we've been talking about this beach trip for a while . I should have told Bob I was busy this weekend .
don't be silly . You guys should spend as much time together as you can . Besides we can go to the beach anytime .
thanks for understanding .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
Not yet , Grandma , What's the matter ?
I want you to have a walk with me .
I'll finish soon .
Sure . the fitting room is right behind you .
Well , I like the styte , but I don't think the color fits me . Could you bring me a green one ?
Sure , wait a moment .
well , I ' m very good with people . I ' m honorable . I work hard . I work well under pressure . And I ' m patient .
what kind of people do you like to work with ?
I like a person who works hard . I don ' t like lazy people .
what ' s your greatest strength ?
well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ' m a quick learner .
so , you ' re smart .
I think so . I think that I am good at what I do .
what do you consider your weakness ?
I ' m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public .
that ' s not a problem . It ' s unnecessary for this position .
Which function do you use more , making calls or sending short messages ?
About the same . But I'm looking for a job , so I have to answer the phone often .
Then I recommend this package to you . You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month .
That's good . How can I order it ?
Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do .
Thank you . I'll have a try .
You're welcome .
Hi , Sandy . It ' s Walter Knight . I need to book some time with Mr . Crane .
Certainly , Mr . Knight . When would you like to meet with him ?
Can you see what his schedule is like on Wednesday ?
The Scholar ? Let me see . Oh ... yes , Of course I know . It ' s in the Lincoln Square .
Is that near here ?
Oh , yes . It ' s just a few minutes block . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ' ll see it .
Thank you very much .
It's nice to meet you , Mr . Cooper .
Nice to meet you , Ms . Wang . You must be exhausted after your long trip from Canada .
Yes , it was quite a long flight . I'm glad to finally be here .
What kind of cottons are they ? May I see your list ? Ah , machine prints .
Yes , mainly prints . There are a few plain as well . Here they are .
I see . And the quantities .
200 rolls of each . Make it 200 rolls for each sample .
How many rolls altogether ?
Twenty prints and five plain . That makes 5,000 rolls in all .
Six weeks , did you say ?
Yes , five to six weeks .
We could manage the plain rolls in six weeks . The prints might be put off to eight weeks .
Eight weeks ? We can wait that long .
That's the best we can do just now , I'm afraid .
Can't you make it seven weeks for the prints ?
What about taking the prints in two shipments ? Two thousand rolls in seven weeks , and the remained a week later .
That might be acceptable . I shall have to cable our Beijing office to get their approval . You can definitely supply in the time you've given me , I suppose .
Yes , I'll see that you get those delivery . Shipping by ' S . S . American ' as usual , is that all right ?
That's right .
When can we expect your confirmation of the order ?
As soon as I hear from Beijing , that will be either Friday or Saturday .
All right .
The train station is indeed crowded . I think it ' s hard for us to get on the train .
Thank you .
How's your married life ?
We're happy together now . We both think that we're a well-matched couple .
That's very good . It's said that marriage is the Ab of love . But the words may not be right .
The situation differs in person .
There are some seats in the rear mezzanine .
Isn't there anything else available ?
No , the show is almost sold out .
Not bad . How about you , John ?
Fine . Thank you .
I was born in Beijing , but I spent most of my childhood in London .
What was your childhood like ?
I had a pretty strict upbringing , and my parents taught at an university so they have extremely high expectations for me .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Well , we could probably get started with a strategy meeting tomorrow morning at 8: 00 .
I tell you what , 8: 00 is no good for me , but why don't you guys get started and I'll come by at around 8: 45 or so .
That's fine with me . How much time are we going to have to work on this ?
When I was young , my parents took me to the one in California . I always forget which -- is that one Disneyland or Disneyworld ?
The one in Florida is Disneyworld and the one in California is Disneyland , so you must have been to Disneyland .
That's right . Why do you ask ?
Well , I've never been to either so I was thinking of going to Disneyworld for my honeymoon .
When are getting married ?
Some time next year . We haven't set the date yet .
Congratulations ! I had no idea .
Thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ?
Do you like amusement parks ?
For the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though .
If you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time .
Even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ?
Even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun .
Thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight .
I'm sure he'll love the idea . Just throw yourself into it and you'll enjoy it !
Seven dollars ! ! ! Incredible ! But I saw that the seller has kind of a bad rating .
Was it a delivery problem or a problem with the products ?
I read that someone called him a cheat and a liar ! And I noticed that he won't ship abroad .
Some people get nasty on those comments . Maybe you should write him and ask nicely .
OK . Wish me luck !
Yes , I did . But I feel tired today .
Really ? Why ?
Well , on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis . Then on Sunday I hiked in the country .
And I bet you studied , too .
Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ?
Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV .
That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ?
Sort of . I played golf on my computer !
And he ' s always busy with his pictures and roses .
He ' s won a dozen prizes for his pictures and roses .
But as for his business in the city ...
He lets his cousins look after his business .
He sounds more like an artist than a businessman .
OK ... just grab it right out of my hands ...
What a cool see-through blue ! How do you wear this thing ?
That piece fits on to your ear . It hooks right on . And you just put the other one in your other ear .
How do I turn it on ?
Can I help you ?
I ' m not sure . Perhaps you could do the shopping .
I ' ll be glad to help .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
Merry Christmas ! Mr Bean .
Will you come to join us at dinner this evening ? My family will be happy to see you . And father misses you very much .
Well , I would be glad to , but I have promised Tom to see his Christmas tree , and play the piano for his song tonight .
That ' s a matter of opinion .
What do you mean ?
I worked with him for two years . That was the worst time in my career .
What ? I gave it to you only 3 months ago .
So , you didn ' t buy a good one for me . This time how about a better one ?
Ok , son . I think I ' Ve go to tell you the truth . My company has gone out and I ' m now out of job . If you want a new camera , go and earn money yourself .
Really ? That's nice .
He usually keeps me posted .
I've been completely out of touch with my old friends .
It's hard to keep up contact when people move around so much .
Yes , people just seem to drift apart .
Check out please .
You have stayed for 6 day . Here is your bill .
Here is the cash . Can you look after my baggage for a while ?
Surely of course . But you have to be back by 5 o'clock , otherwise we will charge you 10 $ .
OK , thank you .
Sorry to trouble you . But I don't think this fish is fresh . It actually tastes a bit off .
Sorry , Miss . I'll place it immediately , can I get you another drink , or you wait ?
No , please don't do that . I'd just like to return it .
I'm sorry , Miss , but I'm afraid we can't do that . You'll order something else instead . I'd love to suggest the steak , it's the special today , and quite tasty .
Ok , then please bring me the steak mediun-rare , thank you .
Ok , Miss . I hope you enjoy the rest of your dinner .
Is there any particular size that you want ?
Well , I cook a lot of big meals .
What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 " pan .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
Thanks , I'm enough .
At least one for your trip .
I'll have it if you insist .
Yes .
When will school start ?
It'll start on lst September .
My major is Automobile Designing and I have received my master's degree in science . I think I can do it well .
What kind of work were you responsible for in the past employment ?
I am a student engineer who mainly took charge of understanding of the mechanical strength and corrosion resistance of various materials .
Sorry , Tom , can you say that last bit again please ? We didn ' t get that .
Oh , OK , I said ( XXXXXXXXXX ) on time .
Sorry Tom , We're having problems hearing you here . It ' s a bit hissy . Can you hear us ?
( XXXXXXXXXX )
Hello ?
( XXXXXXXXXX ) but I don ' t think you can hear us . ( XXXXXXXXXX ) Hello ? ( XXXXXXXXXX )
Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ' Ve lost you . There ' s a problem with the line . Let ' s try again . We ' ll call you .
( XXXXXXXXXX ) OK ( XXXXXXXXXX ) .
Of course . Are you a new member here ?
Yes .
Welcome . My name is Johnson .
Nice to meet you .
Do you have any experience using weights ?
No , I don't . So I need some help .
Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch . You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines .
Yes , I know that . Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room . So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines .
Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you .
What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one .
No . Not that . I mean a training card . The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine . Here , let me show you .
I'm ready .
Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed . So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do . And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine .
I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress .
Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine . Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them . And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you .
Alright . Great .
So you write your name and member number at the top of the card . And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here .
Great . Why don't we start on the machines ?
Are you alright ? Can you do more ?
I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted .
That's okay . Don't worry . It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning .
What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines .
We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really . The most important thing is to know your limits . So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop . Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ?
Yes . I suppose it's best to stop .
I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride . I love being out in the fresh summer air . How about you ?
I don ' t often go for walks , but I either play sports outside-you know , tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book .
What do you do in winter ?
Well , I play sports indoors quite often . If I ' m feeling lazy , I just watch a film at home . I prefer summer to winter .
I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ' s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter .
Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze !
Do you think we ' ll have a nice summer this year ?
Thanks to global warming , it could be hotter than ever !
A ETV ? Are you serious ? ETV ?
Yes , why not ? Don ' t you like ETV ?
I don't know . I never went to one .
Never ? Really ? I'm surprised .
Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ' s not an American thing to do .
But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here .
OK , let's go .
You know Mr . Forster , this is a really large purchase . I am afraid we can't pay off at one time . We have to pay by installment .
Do you mean you prefer a deferred payment ?
Yes , Mr . Forester .
When do you start the payment then ?
We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments .
We can accept that but you have to pay the interest .
All right .
Shall we sign the agreement now ?
Ok , let's sign it .
We heard you weren't feeling well , so we came to check on you .
I was sitting there giving out nametags and all of a sudden , there she was .
Who , Femi ? Yeah , Yi-jun saw her inside .
All these memories of prom night came back to me . I had to be alone . You remember that night ?
I remember someone spiked my punch . You sat with me in the girl's bathroom ...
This all looks good ! I think we know what we want .
Please let me point out the chef's special , which is blackened catfish .
I am dieting , so could the chef prepare the food with no extra sauce ?
We are always happy to adjust our cooking to meet your needs .
Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ?
The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice .
I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side .
Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ?
You can serve our salads with our dinner .
You just need to send an application .
Do I have to send one by e-mail ?
Yes . You are expected to know the e-mail address of the company .
Right over here , sir . What size do you wear ?
Medium .
These here are all mediums .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're a present for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
There's a bookstore just across the street .
Bread .
And milk or orange juice ?
Orange juice .
What would you like for lunch , pork , mutton or beef ?
I think mutton is best .
What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ?
I like champagne .
And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ?
Banana of course .
Do you always have meals outside or in your house ?
I always have meals outside , because I ' m not good at cooking .
Don't brother me !
Hey , Chillon , I'm just trying to help .
Sorry , Sally , it's not your fault .
So , what's the problem ?
I drew a blank on ~ about the test .
No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ?
Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test .
That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master .
I'm thinking of dropping out .
You can't do that , Jenny !
I'm dead serious about this , Sally .
Come on , let's talk about it .
Goofed off ? Maybe , but I'm not a clock-watcher . I finished doing what I should do and then knock off an hour earlier .
You'll be sorry if the boss finds it out . He may probably give you the bag .
I'm sure of what I'm doing .
Yes , the bus doesn ' t go there directly . You have to take the No . 26 bus for five stops and then change to a No . 16 bus and get off at the third stop . When you get off , you can see the bank .
How long will it take me to get there ?
It ' s about an hour .
I see . Thank you .
Not at all .
Why ?
Jack borrowed a large sum of money from me and didn ' t pay me back .
Don ' t make a mountain out of molehill . I am sure he will do that on his payday .
I like current affairs programs and documentaries , especially wildlife ones . How about you ?
I like those kinds of programs too . They ' re very informative . I think that many people underrate the education value of Tv .
I agree . People often criticize Tv for showing too much sex and violence .
Yeah . And that ' s so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational !
Right . You can ' t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programs . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programs .
In my country , there ' s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ' s about six minutes per hour .
That ' s great idea . But don ' t the Tv station lose a lot of money because of that ?
No . they don ' t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on Tv in your country ?
Not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ' s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable Tv , where you pay a fixed amount each month .
Some people have satellite and cable Tv in my country , but people don ' t seem to keen to pay for their Tv programs . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programs .
Well , there ' s a wildlife documentary on Tv in a few minutes . Shall we ?
This is Brown speaking . I'd like to speak to Mr . Tomas .
I'm sorry , but Mr . Tomas left here just a few minutes ago .
I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line was busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He is away for the rest of the day .
Is there any other way I can reach him ?
I'm afraid not , he has gone out of this town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him at ten o'clock tomorrow morning , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you like to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving here unexpectedly , and I may be away for several days .
I see . I'll tell Mr . Tomas you've called .
Thank you .
Oh , that's all right . I just wondered what was keeping you .
The bus I took .
What do you mean ?
I took the wrong bus .
Oh , did you ? That's very easy to do .
I can see the sun now .
I like summer as long as it's bright like this .
Anyway , I dislike summer here . There ' s too much rainfall .
I need a Deposit Certificate to handle some stuff in land .
I see , yes , I can do that now . I'm sure you know , as I may have told you before , you should pay an extra 20 RIB handling fee for this service .
Yes , I recalled you charging that before . And I thought it was extortionate ! Haha !
I can just take it from your account , you don't need to give me cash .
OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier .
Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ?
Nope . That's everything , thanks .
Over my dead body you are !
I'm afraid I can't .
Why ?
Well , my car won't start . I don't know what's the matter with it .
Could it be the battery ?
No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago . It must be other problems .
Well , I suppose it could be the gas .
No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday .
Perhaps it's the starter then ?
Yes , that's possible .
I have 10 years financial industry experience , working for several companies . For the past two years , I have been working in an investment banking . In addition to my analytical mindset , I have a background of solid accounting principles . I am a team player and have great communication and interpersonal skills . I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments .
What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position ?
My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry . Most of my experience has been behind the scenes , doing the calculations . I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged .
Why did you leave your last position ?
I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime .
How would your boss describe you and your work style ?
She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted .
What are your salary expectations ?
I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity .
Do you have any questions ?
Yes , I do . What do you see as the future trends for the industry ?
Your desire coincides with ours .
Concerning our financial position , credit standing and trade reputation , you may refer to Bank of Hong Kong , or to our local Chamber of Commerce or inquiry agencies .
Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mu - dual benefit . Establishing business relations between us will be to our mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about closer ties between us .
That sounds interesting . I ' ll send a fax home . As soon as I receive a definite answer , I ' ll make a specific inquiry .
We ' ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us .
So do I .
My car won ' t start ! Stupid old car !
Hold on , before you kick your car let ' s go through some possible problems .
Fine .
OK , first of all , can you turn the key in the ignition ?
Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor .
Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ?
Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ' t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ?
No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start .
So what do you think it is ?
I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ?
Umm . yeah ! Right ! I got the car started ! Thanks for your help ! I told you to fill the tank !
Yeah ? You finally decided to wipe the slate clean ?
You got it ! I have a new job , I ' m living in a new city , with new friends ! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life .
So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ?
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
I need to return a book .
Can I do anything else for you ?
I want to check this magazine out .
We don ' t allow people to check out magazines .
Why not ?
It ' s just a policy of ours .
So what am I allowed to check out ?
You may check out books or videos .
I need to check out this magazine .
You will have to just read it in the library .
That doesn ' t make any sense .
Yes , Sally . I want to do some sit-ups and perhaps get in a game of singsong .
That sounds like fun . Would you mind some company ?
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Yes , what kind of smell do you like ?
I would like some light smell .
How about this one ? It's not that concentrated .
Can I smell it ?
Sure .
John , I am just not in the mood for this .
You look so upset . What's going on ?
I lost the table tennis game yesterday .
Oh , what a pity !
I just don ' t want to play table tennis any more .
Is it that bad ? It ' s nothing more than a game .
My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis .
Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ' t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed .
Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure .
I understand .
At the drop of a hat .
This is he . What can I do for you ?
I'm interested in the apartment on Main Street .
It's still available . Do you want to see it ?
Yes , I would very much like to see it .
Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ?
I have no problem with 6 p . m .
Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ?
No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like .
I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested .
Should I bring anything with me ?
No . I only need to check your driver's license .
That's good ! This is our first transaction . I hope you'll be entirely satisfied with this initial shipment .
Quite satisfied . I'm looking forward to our future cooperation .
Yes , it's far quicker and less complicated .
OK . There is no subway in my city .
Really ?
Yes . Does it operate night and day ?
Yes , and seven days a week .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Follow me , please .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to .
OK , I see .
Turn right at the second crossing and then go straight for two blocks .
Is it far from here ?
No , it ' s only ten-minute's walk .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Say it ! What is it ?
That I can't go on any longer without you .
You know you shouldn't say that at a time like this .
Nancy , I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight .
Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it .
Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments .
Stop it . No more of that talk .
I really love you .
No , I shall faint .
And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes .
Yes .
Yes , I'd like to withdraw some money .
Fill in the slip , stating the exact amount you wish to withdraw , please .
OK . Here's my bank book , is that all right ?
OK , do you want large notes or small ones ?
In 50 Yuan or 100 Yuan would be fine .
Here's the cash for you .
Thanks .
Nothing special , just working . Why do you ask ?
Well , I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping . Do you want to go shopping with me this weekend ?
I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I can . Work has been really busy lately . Why don't we go on Friday instead ?
Friday's not good . I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work .
OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ?
Yeah , that's fine .
What's your number ?
233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail . com
OK , I'll talk to you soon .
OK .
Thanks . Dad , but I can manage it myself .
Make sure you have your ID card . You will need it while you travel .
Yes , I know . The problem is that I can't find it . Where did you put it ?
All your important documents and certificates should be in the desk drawer .
Oh , yes , here it is .
Sara ?
What's up ?
Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost
No . Dad . We have a tour guide .
Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ?
No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you !
Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella .
Dad , that's all right . I don't think it will rain . And it doesn't make any sense to take that many things on a trip . Besides I like to travel light . Bye !
I see . I have run as fast as I can .
I ' m afraid not . Don ' t you see I ' m looking up a word in the dictionary ?
I think you are flicking through it .
Well , wait a minute .
Is there any difference ?
Yes , a continental one contains eggs , bacon , toast and juice . American one is the same as a continental one except the egg .
I think I would like the former one .
No . It's all Greek to me .
She's speaking French , not Greek .
I know that . I mean I couldn't understand her at all .
Me neither . All I have to do is study French hard .
I wish you the best of luck .
I need ten 55 cents stamps and ten 32 cents stamps , please .
OK , here you are . Anything else ?
Yes , I need to send the payment to immigration for my aunt's citizenship application . They won't accept checks . How do I send the money ?
You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration .
Then I need a money order for 250 dollars .
Please fill out the form for the money order . You also need to pay a one dollar fee .
Thank youse much for all your help .
You're welcome . Have a nice day .
You , too .
Sure . What is it ?
Could you run over to the store ? We need a few things .
All right . What do you want me to get ?
Well , could you pick up some sugar ?
Okay . How much ?
A small bag . I guess we also need a few oranges .
How many ?
Oh , let's see . . . About six .
Anything else ?
Yes . We're out of milk .
Okay . How much do you want me to get ? A gallon ?
No . I think a half gallon will be enough .
Is that all ?
I think so . Have you got all that ?
Yes . That's small bag of sugar , four oranges , and a half gallon of milk .
Do you have enough money ?
I think so .
Thanks very much . I appreciate it .
They will be ready this afternoon .
Oh , no . I ' m leaving for Japan at eleven this morning .
Is that right ? We are very sorry
I thought it the same day service . Anyway , please do a hurry .
I ' m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ' clock .
Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ?
Yes , we ' ll do so .
Yes , What can I do for you ?
I'm from CTC Trade Company . Here is my card .
Welcome to our corporation . I'm in charge of the export business .
I'm glad to meet you here . You're Ms . ...
I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ?
Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation .
We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ?
Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ?
Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer .
Thank you very much .
Oh , I ' m sorry . It completely slipped my mind .
That ' s ok . If you could just bring it in tomorrow , I would appreciate it .
Definitely , I ' m really sorry .
An old book Death on the Nile . Have you read it ?
Not yet , but I saw the movie . Could I borrow it when you finish reading ?
Sure . But you need to be patient .
I have a reservation . My name is Rodgers .
Last name , Rodgers ?
Yes .
Very well . Welcome , Mr . Rodgers . Would you please fill out the registration card ? How are you doing today ?
0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here .
Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ?
My credit card , please .
I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you .
Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call .
Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ?
7 a . m .
Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know .
OK , I'll do that .
Have a pleasant stay .
Yes . I'd like to make a room reservation .
Fine . Beginning when ?
Two weeks from Thursday , for three nights .
That's the twenty-fourth of June ?
Right .
Your name , please ?
Robert Hamlin .
Single or double ?
Double .
You're all set . That's a double room for the twenty-fourth , twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth of June , in the name of Hamlin .
That's disgusting .
What a good idea !
What kind shall we get ?
We could go to more places this time , if you liked .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
Don ' t you have it ? Did you lose it ?
Yes , I did . I lost it . It disappeared .
Myrdal , purse don ' t just disappear . Think carefully . When did you have it last ?
I had it when I left the house . I had it when we start to get the hotdog .
OK . Let ' go back to the hotdog stand .
I'll be happy to get back to you with an estimate in the next few days .
I'm afraid I can't wait that long . Can your office at least provide me with a ballpark figure ?
Well , I would need an idea of how large your order would be . About how many units would you need ?
Just give me an estimated figure for an order of 100 units .
Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ?
Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit .
Would an order of only 100 units , it'll be difficult to work within that kind of budget . Maybe if you were ordering 500 units or more units , we might be able to work something out .
So what are you gonna do ? Just quit ?
That ' s exactly what I am going to do ! I ' Ve decided to create my own company ! I ' m going to write up a business plan , get some investors and start working for myself !
Have you ever written up a business plan before ?
Well , no . it can ' t be that hard ! I mean , all you have to do is explain your business , how you are going to do things and that ' s it , right ?
You couldn ' t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc .
Well , that seems easy enough .
Wait , there ' s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ' ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea .
Geez . Is that all ?
Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment !
Umm . I think I ' ll just stick to my old job and save myself all the hassle of trying to start up a business !
I haven ' t been able to take a deep breath lately , and I need to know why .
Have you had any type of bug lately ?
No , I ' Ve been feeling fairly good most of the time . It just is hard to breathe .
Has anyone ever told you that you have allergies ?
No one has ever checked me for allergies .
Does this happen more when you are under stress ?
When the weather gets really cold , it gets worse .
I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma .
Thank you for pursuing this . I appreciate your help .
Yes , please . 70,000 US dollars is being transferred into our account .
Which company are you from ? I'll check your details .
I'm the accountant with Go Thong Computers .
Ah , yes . Mr Can , isn't it ? Yes , the money has been transferred successfully . But you'll need to change it into RIB before you can have it .
No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ?
You have an account with us , right ? If so , there shouldn't be any problem .
Good morning . I ' d like to book a room for Friday night and Saturday night .
Certainly . What kind of room would you like ?
A single room please . I hope you ' re not fully booked .
A single room ? That ' s fine . In whose name shall I make the booking ?
Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast .
We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast .
Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday .
Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 .
That ' s fine . My credit card number is ...
When will you set out ?
Next week .
OK . There is one on Wednesday .
Good ! How much does the sea view stateroom cost for per person ?
Eight hundred yuan .
I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ?
No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities .
Thanks a lot . Give me one ticket , please .
Yeah , this one closes at ten . We could drive to the 24 - hour store on sixth .
Alright . We are out of everything .
I wish the store close to us was open 24 - house a day .
I know , our schedules are so weird . Sometimes , the little corner store is the only thing within walking distance that ' s open when we get home .
Yeah , and the prices there are very high .
I know . Three dollars for milk .
Good thing , we took a taxi .
Mom , you are the best !
Hey , look there . It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard . The place is not far from our home .
Mom , come on . What are you thinking about ?
Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home .
Don't tell me you want me to do that ?
Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there .
But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough .
Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself .
How depressed !
Have you taken your driving test yet ?
I have yet to take my driving test .
Okay , first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork .
When can I take my test ?
You'll have to make an appointment for that .
I would like to make one right now .
How does Friday sound ?
That would be great .
What time would you like to take the test ?
If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good .
Eleven o'clock on Friday morning . See you then .
Yes , go straight along Beijing Road and turn right .
Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
If that's the case , there's not much point in further discussion . We might as well call the whole deal off .
What I mean is that we'll never be able to come down to your price . The gap is too great .
I think it unwise for either of us to insist on his own price . How about meeting each other half way so that business can be concluded ?
What is your proposal ?
Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we can accept . When I suggested we meet each other half way , I meant it literally .
Do you mean to suggest that we have to make a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible .
What would you suggest ?
The best we can do will be a reduction of another 30 dollars . That'll definitely be rock bottom .
That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars to be covered . Let's meet each other half way once more , then the gap will be closed and our business completed .
You certainly have a way of talking me into it . All right , let's meet half way again .
I'm glad we've come to an agreement on price . We'll go on to the other terms and conditions at our next meeting .
Yes , there's one other point I wish to clear up .
What is it ?
My friends in business circles all seem to be of the opinion that the U . S . import and export corporations have become more flexible in doing business recently .
Yes , they're right . In fact , we have either restored or adopted international practices in our foreign trade .
I'm glad to hear that . With a view to expanding and further enhancing the bilateral relations between our two parties , and in particular , exchanging timely views on specific problems in the execution and enforcement of contracts , is it possible for us to have a representative that could stay permanently in Washing - ton D . C . ?
Basically speaking , yes , we welcome the establishment of repry - tentative offices by foreign companies in Washington D . C . Of course , there are more details to be attended to . We cannot settle it in a few words .
Yes , of course . I'll call my home office tonight and let them know about it . When do we meet again ?
How about tomorrow morning at 9 ?
Good . I'll come back tomorrow , and we can then discuss it more specifically .
Sorry , it ' s all sold out .
Well , do you have any for tomorrow ?
We have tickets for the matinee . It starts at 3p . m .
Ok . I ' ll take it .
Where would you like to sit ?
Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes .
Certainly .
I am sorry , sir , it's not allowed .
What a pity . Do you have reproductions of this paint ?
Of course . You can get it at the entrance .
Thank you .
Let me see . Yes , we still have four left .
Well , I would like to book a single room .
How long would you stay ?
5 days . From Feb . 13 to 18 .
Just name it , sir .
Please send up a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare .
Regrettably , we're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ?
Sure , I love porterhouse , too .
Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries .
Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account .
Go right ahead .
Our staff will bring you your order in as short a time as possible .
sure . What kind of material do you want for the suit to be made from ?
it depends on the price , but I was thinking of getting a wool / cashmere blend .
that will probably be quite expensive , but the more you pay for the fabric , the longer it'll last and the better it'll look . What color do you want the suit to be ?
I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit .
brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ?
haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black .
why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything -- a funeral , a wedding , a job interview -- anything !
that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest .
here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ?
I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler .
how about this one ?
I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made .
ok , let's go .
Well , under this arrangement two parties cooperate to manufacture a product or a category of products , for example , machine tools for export . Each party produces and supplies a part of the components and parts ; one party is a Chinese enterprise , the other , an overseas firm . Most probably , the foreign counterpart contributes technology and equipment , and sometimes , parts and components , while the Chinese enterprises factory building , labor and other resources to the cooperative production . They join hands and fulfill orders together by an agreement or a contract .
I suppose that the assembling of these components and parts , particularly the marketing of the finished products should take place in China .
Not necessarily . It depends on the contract stipulations . They may be marketed in the foreign country where the other party is located , or even in a third country .
I think the principle of co-production is to expand export trade . It's a reciprocal business , isn't it ?
Yes , you are right . Either party is not well-equipped to produce the final products single-handedly , but they can enter into an agreement . In such case , each side contributes different resources to make the manufacture of a certain product or a category of products possible .
Come off it .
You want a bet ?
Why not ?
We offer a reduction of 50 % and comes to $ 10 .
Here you are . Where is the museum guide ?
Well , here you are .
Is it free ?
Of course .
Sure . Let me just grab my calendar . All right . I ' m free all day Tuesday and Thursday morning .
Tuesday morning is good for me . How about 10:30 in my office ?
Okay . Sounds good . See you then .
Eight o'clock . It's time for you to get up and have breakfast .
Oh , my God ! I'm going to be late ! I have no time to have breakfast now . ( Hurry on his clothes . )
You won't go to work today , Steven , It's Sunday . Come and have breakfast now .
Oh , I have a poor memory now . I haven't had enough sleep lately . I had a bad dream just now .
You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again .
Yes . I really need to have a good rest .
Oh , hello . I'm Bias Chettri .
Good to meet you , Mr Chettri .
Pleased to meet you too , Ms Jenson .
I agree ...
It's beginning to spot .
Just now we both thought it would be fine .
He's the poor kid's father .
Does he often beat his son ?
Yes , very .
Yes , I did .
What did you think of it ?
I don't think much of the film .
I think it is the worst one I have ever seen .
Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad .
I can't think the same .
What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children .
I couldn't agree with you .
Hello , Candy . My name is Jim White . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too . Where are you from ?
I'm from New Orleans . What about you ?
I was born here .
Really ? This is a beautiful town .
It's nice talking to you . But I have to go .
OK . Can I have your phone number ?
OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then .
I will . Bye .
Certainly , where will you be coming from ?
I need to be in the city centre this afternoon so I will be coming straight from there .
Ok . Take the Underground ( the Circle line ) to High Street Kensington . Make sure you take the High Street Kensington exit .
Got that .
Ok - when you leave the Underground , cross the road and you should see Horntown Street . Was up that street to the crossroads . As you was you should see a fast food place on your right .
Hold on , I am looking at the map now . Ok , I can see Horntown Road . Do I go straight at the intersection ?
No , you need to turn left into Philimore Was and take the next right .
Ok , I can see that road .
That's fine . You will not miss it because it's just next to the Kensington centra Library .
Good , I can see the library on the map .
Ok , we live in the third building on your left . Will we see you around 7 pm ?
That's great , see you at seven .
Mr . : Yes ?
I'm not feeling too well .
Mr . : Would you like to go to the nurse's ?
Yes , I would .
Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ?
I can manage on my own . Thanks .
Mr . : I'll drop by later to check on you .
Yes , I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries .
Would you like anything to drink with that ?
Yes , a medium Coke .
Will that be all ?
Yes .
For here or to go ?
To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . )
That'll be $ 4 . 25 ... ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill . ) ... out of five . Here is your change , sir . Have a nice day .
I would like to buy a new fridge .
Is there one in particular that you like ?
I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
I live in Haitian District where there are lot of universities .
Which street do you live on ?
I live at No . 50 Xingu Street .
We haven't had any problems so far . They offer a 24 - hour technical back-up service . We've called them in three times this month . They always arrive within a couple of hours .
That's good service . Do we have to pay extra for that ?
No . There's no call-out fee . It's included in the annual service contract .
I felt dizzy when I stare at those shining lights . What should we do firstly ?
Now we should design our booth . Do you know the number for our booth , B ?
Let me see the notice . It is here . Our booth number is E108 . Good number .
Lucky number . Find its location now .
We can also consult some from these volunteers .
Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from .
Should we put our samples on this table ?
Yes , they should be put in the most attractive place , and this can appeal to passers-by's attention .
Sorry , I can't dance .
Never mind , I can teach you .
Is it difficult to learn ?
No , it is easy .
How should I do ?
You just follow me .
All right . By the way , do you often dance ?
Yup , because dance can relax myself .
It seems a good way .
That's all right .
How are you ?
Fine , and you ?
Yes , I ' m afraid I am . My husband is a smoker too .
Would you describe yourself as being a heavy smoker ?
No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
Will you wake me up in the morning ?
Yes , what time would you like a wake-up call ?
At 7 am sharp .
Are you a daytime student or do you just come in the evenings ?
I am a daytime student .
Will you be driving a motorcycle or a car ?
I will be driving my car .
OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ?
I'll pay for it with a check .
Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ?
No , thanks ; I'm fine .
Here you go then . Have a great school year !
Hmm , they look interesting . Can I have a copy of your brochure ?
Sure . Do you have a minute ? Why don't you have a seat and let me show you how to operate this item ?
OK . Go ahead .
You see , if you press this red button , the helmet becomes an umbrella .
How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ?
It only costs you 20 dollars for one .
OK , I will take one .
My washing machine isn't working .
What's the problem ?
The water will not drain .
Is there anything else wrong with it ?
No , that's it .
I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like .
When will you be able to fix it ?
How does this afternoon at 2:30 sound to you ?
That would be perfect .
Alright , so I'll see you then ?
See you then .
Hello , Lucy , this is Monica . I ' m calling for the accountant position . I saw the information about the vacancy on your company ' s website . Is it still available ?
Thank you for your interest . The position is still available . Have you already sent your CV to us ?
No , not yet . First , I want to check about the availability and see if you could give more information .
It is quite urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly .
The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ' m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ' m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week .
I schedule my appointments from two to four on Saturday ; what works best for you ?
Three would be a good time .
Great , do you need directions to my office ?
I'm not sure .
Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right .
OK , I'll find it .
It's very easy to find .
See you then .
I will enjoy seeing you ; have a good week !
Sure , but I don't drink much . So I don't know what to order .
So how about an aperitif ?
It sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare .
Stirred or shaken ?
Stirred will be fine .
Here you are .
Thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
Sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
Can you recommend one ?
Try a Stinger . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
It sounds interesting . I'll take one .
Here we go .
It tastes great .
Enjoy yourself .
Yeah .
What's wrong ?
Nothing really .
Then just keep your chin up .
You're right . I think it's going to rain later .
In the middle of the summer , it shouldn't be raining .
That wouldn't seem right .
Considering that it's over ninety degrees outside , that would be weird .
Exactly , it wouldn't be nice if it started raining . It's too hot .
I know , you're absolutely right .
I wish it would cool off one day .
That's how I feel , I want winter to come soon .
I enjoy the winter , but it gets really cold sometimes .
I know what you mean , but I'd rather be cold than hot .
That's exactly how I feel .
Really , what's wrong with it ?
The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton .
Oh , do you use your computer often ?
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
I have a problem .
What ' s your problem ?
I owe fees , but a bank statement never came in the mail about it .
I apologize for the inconvenience .
I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up .
I understand your problem .
Will you be able to solve my problem ?
I ' m going to cancel the fees you owe .
So , I don ' t have to pay any of it ?
The initial fee still must be paid .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you very much .
Watch his bread , it seems to be delicious . He had a lot on the ball .
Oh , my god ! He ' s so perfect .
Almost ready . Could you set the table ?
Ok . What are we having ?
We'll have fruit salad to start and then the roast beef .
I'll have my beef well-done , please . By the way , don't we have soup tonight ?
I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ?
Let me see . Well , I'd like onion soup . Thank you .
Where are you heading now ?
I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road . It is very close to your house .
Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ?
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
I ' d say , think twice about it . Well , you are not going to quit school , are you ?
I don't know . I failed my exam .
What did you get ?
A B plus .
That's not bad .
But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true !
Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ?
No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know .
I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ?
What ?
You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder .
How ?
Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs .
Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning .
Then go to bed and have a good sleep .
I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend .
Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams !
Thanks , bye .
I see . Well , it's nothing spectacular , but it's pretty cheap for an apartment in a decent neighborhood ... O . K . , I think I'll take it .
All right , do you want to sign a nine-month or a one-year lease ?
I think I'll sign a nine-month lease in case I decide not to go to summer school . I can extend it if I want to stay , can't I ?
Sure . Just let us know before your lease expires .
OK , a moment , please .
By the way , can I renew the borrowing ?
For which one ?
Sense and Sensibility , English version .
Yes , of course .
Can I just do it here ?
Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter .
OK , thanks .
Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it .
I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ?
3 Yuan , please .
Here you are . Thanks .
You are welcome . See you next time .
I'm going to check out tomorrow but will be back in a week's time . Can I leave my luggage here ?
Yes , sure . We do have a storage service . When will you be checking out tomorrow ?
About nine-thirty in the morning .
Then shall we arrange the bellboy to pick up your luggage at 9:00 ?
Sure .
May I have your room number , please ?
1218 .
1218 . We'll collect you luggage at 9:00 tomorrow . Would you then come to the Front Desk to get your storage receipt , please ?
Thank you very much , bye !
You're welcome . Goodbye .
I enjoyed everything , as long as I was learning .
Still , you must have had some subjects you enjoyed more than others .
Yes , I did like Spanish and Music . But I don't remember much Spanish .
That's too bad . We could really use someone who is bilingual .
If you hire me , I'll start studying Spanish again .
Everything's great . And you ?
Same here . Have you seen any new films recently ?
No , I haven't had a chance to . But I have been watching a Chinese TV scries called " Chinese-Style Divorce " .
Oh . really ? I saw it two years ago . It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking .
Yeah . I found it is so close to our life .
It reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world .
You said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent year .
Well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend to end quickly too .
I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married .
Oh , that's too short-lived .
That's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s ' generation .
II can't agree more . The only-child-generation in China tends to know little about marriage .
Definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously .
In their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone .
I think , as the saying goes haste makes waste , it is the same with marriage .
I'm paid on a salary .
What's your monthly salary ?
At present I get 1,800 yuan per month .
How much do you hope to get a month here ?
That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience .
If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ?
Thank you , Mr . Brown . I really appreciate your assistance .
All of the produce is in aisle A .
Are bananas on sale today ?
Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person .
I was turned down again . It ' s frustrating . I guess you ' Ve got to teach me some skills .
Me ? I ' m even less experienced than you are .
At least you know what American women generally like in a man .
Believe it or not , I guess American women like a man in good shape , which Chinese women may not care about so much . That ' s my honest opinion . I know you have been trying very hard .
American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ' t many chances .
No , that ' s not true . I ' Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ' s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants .
You know , that ' s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise .
Why don ' t you try then ? Even if it doesn ' t help you find an American girl , you could still have a stronger and healthier body . You won ' t lose anything by doing that .
Wow ! I'm so happy for you .
It was great . I made some friends .
Really , that's good .
But the lessons this semester are a little bit hard .
They aren't hard . I am sure you can do it .
I have been doing quite well . As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 % . And I ' Ve been awarded Zu Jingle Scholarship two times .
Besides your major , do you know some in other fields ?
Yes . To develop my knowledge , I studied Economics , Business Administration and Accounting through self-study . Nowadays , I have passed three courses on CPA .
Have you ever been a student leader ?
Yes , I used to be the monitor of my class .
Did it affect you much ?
It ' s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike .
It's a blackout . Now I can't see Seinfeld .
So what ? I just lost one hour's worth of work .
Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ?
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ?
I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself .
Maybe we can trade . Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ?
No , it just won't work . If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will .
So ? You can go to the class for me . Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ?
How many students are in the class ?
About fourteen .
So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry .
Damn !
Oh , Steven , I made a big mistake .
What happened ?
I really wish I hadn ' t done it .
What on earth are you talking about ?
I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed .
What were you thinking ?
You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well .
But what you should do is study hard .
I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ' t study , and I cheated , and I got caught .
So long as you learn from your mistakes .
Hi there . I'd like to draw some cash from my Fund Account at the Securities Company . Could I check my balance before I withdraw anything ?
Of course . Your balance is 92,320 RIB in your Securities Account . How much would you like to withdraw ?
I'd like 20,000 RIB , please . If that's possible .
No problem . Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account .
really well , thanks .
how are you finding your new boss ?
she's not bad . She's a bit bossy , but I'm sure I'll get used to her .
would you rather have her or your old boss back ?
she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down .
how about your new co-workers ?
they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work .
do you miss your old co-workers ?
of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me .
do people in different departments get along with each other ?
sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other .
do you like working in teams with people from different departments ?
yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives .
do you like working in teams ?
I prefer it to working independently . I think most people do .
Out of the frying pan and into the fire .
Hi , Jenny . It's David here .
Hey , what's new ?
Not much . My girlfriend just dumped me .
Sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Well , she told me things just weren ' t working out and we weren ' t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue .
Hey , that ' s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday .
What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser .
Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her .
But she lied to me .
Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ?
Ok , then .
But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face .
What face ?
The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better .
Yeah , I know . You are right .
just after 2 am .
what's wrong ? Can't sleep ?
nope , actually I was waiting for you . I have something big to tell you .
really ? What is it ?
I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ?
I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ?
I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c
just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon !
me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there !
thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams !
talk to you later .
No , it doesn't . There's no through bus to the National History Museum , madam .
I see . Where do I have to change then ?
You can transfer Fuchengmen .
How far is it ?
Well , it's only three stops from here .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Yes . My home freezer is not working properly .
What ' s the problem ?
It keeps running all the time , never stopping . And it makes a strange sound . All the ice cream inside it melted .
Maybe the compressor is going bad .
Can you send the technician to check it out ?
Sure . But there is a minimum charge of $ 60 for a service visit . If your freezer needs parts , there will be an additional charge .
Okay . I ' ll pay the charges .
All right . let me check our technician ' s schedules . I ' ll call you back and let you know what time we can send a service technician to your house . What is your phone number ?
My number is 627-555-1234 .
Okay . I ' ll call you right back .
Thank you . Good bye .
Bye .
Yes , I know .
But , how can you be so calm . You loved her so much .
At least I ' m the one who rates with her . I ' m glad we can still be friends .
I'd like to eat a bowl of dumplings .
Would you care for some soup ?
Yes . But I prefer a bit salty soup .
Do you like egg soup or mutton soup ?
Egg soup is OK .
Is there anything else ?
I'd like a bottle of juice .
I'll get them back right away .
Alex . It ' s Nancy over in Marketing . I ' Ve got some good news for you .
Oh yeah ? I could use some . What ' s up ?
Mr . Morris was so pleased with your sales work on his account that he went straight to the top with it . He wrote a letter about it to Mr . Macmillan !
Yes , do you know the nine to five timetable ?
Is it from 9:00 to 12:00 in the morning and 1:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon ?
Yes , you are right .
Looking at the beautiful creatures and listening to their songs are such wonderful experiences . I feel as if I'm in direct contact with nature .
Really ?
You bet . You should try it yourself .
Is that right ?
That's what the weatherman said last night .
Yeah . I could not stand living here . There is always much noise in the neighborhood .
You mean noise ? How could it be ?
You know , on weekends when we wanted to have late rise in the morning , our neighbour started to raise Cain .
I think so too , and you have a general understanding of the company now .
Yes , your company is a big one in the field and has great potential .
What else do you want to know ?
I want to know about the salary information in your company .
Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ?
I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker .
We will give you more than what you hope .
Really ? That's good news for me .
You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month .
It sounds great !
You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year .
By the way , how many days do we work every week ?
Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while
OK , I see
Ideal posture is to sit straight , but not stiff , against the back of the chair .
Yes .
Hands , when one is not actually eating , may be in the lap . Tipping one's chair is unforgivable .
Yes , I'd like to book a table for four at seven this evening .
For four , And may I have your name ?
Yes . Mike Lee . And put me as close as possible to the stage , please .
You might send it as printed matter .
I wonder if you could have ensured here .
Of course . How much would you want to ensure this books for ?
Let me see . I think I can have the ensured five hundred dollars .
five hundred dollars , so you ' ll pay ten dollars for the insurance . That ' s two percent of the total value of the article .
Here ' s the check for hen dollars
I'd love to , but my mother asks me to go home before 11:00 every night . She will worry if I get home late .
What a pity ! The party is very interesting .
I have no choice . My mother is always very strict with me .
Don ' t complain about it . She is concerned about your safety .
You're right . Mother's love is the greatest love in the world .
Yes , I have a very special one . I will be doing volunteer work in a zoo for two weeks . A friend of mine working there told me the other day that they were in need of some volunteer keepers . I was very interested . So I asked him to get me the application form . Lucky , my application was approved by the manager very soon .
Volunteer in a zoo ? What specific things will you do ?
I will help to prepare food , feed animals and clean up . I ' m very excited about it now .
It must be a unique experience . I ' m looking forward to share your story when you come back .
Ok , I will bring you photos as many as possible .
Yes , I was , Officer .
Were you able to see a lot ?
I was there as it happened .
What happened ?
The robber came in with a gun .
Could you see his face ?
He had a mask over his face .
Was he with someone else ?
He was alone .
Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ?
I would be happy to .
For a batch of 6,000 we would charge two dollars a doll . your total cost would be $ 12,000 .
That ' s a little steep for our company . Do you offer any discounts ?
Well , we ' d like to work with you . If you ordered a larger quantity we could drop the price a little . Can you increase your order to 15,000 ?
Hmmm . It wouldn ' t be easy , but if the discount makes it worthwhile , we can consider it . How much of a discount would that give us ?
For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1 . 5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 .
So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard . Couldn ' t you discount it further ? We ' Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might
We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount -- say 5 % ?
I think we can handle that . Let me confirm with my boss and touch base with you again tomorrow .
I had a terrible quarrel with my neighbor yesterday .
How come ?
It is a long story . Basically , she thought I had laughed at her while I didn't .
I know everyone suffers when he is misunderstood . But why not take it easy ?
Yeah . It's so nice of you to comfort me .
Don ' t ever mention him . I ' m getting over it .
It ' s a sad thing . I ' m ever so sorry ...
Are you done ?
sure , what do you need to do there ?
there ' s problem with my bank statement . There ' s a mistake on it . I also need to withdraw some money form the ATM .
I have to exchange some money .
that ' s right . You ' re going away next week .
I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account . There was a problem last week .
I have to pay my credit bill too . If I don ' t pay it soon , the credit card company will charge me interest .
their interest rates are usually quite high . It ' s a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest .
What would you like ?
I'd like to order a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare .
I'm sorry . We're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ?
I'd prefer the filet , but the porterhouse will do .
And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight .
Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ?
That's fine .
It will be up shortly . Enjoy your food , sir .
Hello . I've been asked to come and see about something called L / C ? What is it exactly ?
L / C stands for ' letter of credit ' . This is necessary for trade between two countries . A Letter of Credit is quite literally that -- a letter addressed by the buyer's bank to the seller's bank stating that they could vouch for their good customer , the buyer , and that they would pay the seller in case of the buyer's default . Nowadays , it's sometimes used for domestic trade too .
So the other party could be across the world or just on the other side of the street !
That ' s fine ... I need to pick up some stationary-you know , a stapler , scissors , files , who should I see about that ?
See Julie , the receptionist . She knows where all that stuff is kept . You might like a calendar for you desk . She can give you one of those too .
Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward suggestions and ideas . Be sure to speak up if you have any .
Yeah . I met him yesterday . He ' s no longer the same young man as he was eight years ago .
I think so , too .
What do you mean ?
I was just thinking about you the other day .
You were ?
How can I help you ?
I'd like two sandwiches and one green fruit salad , please .
Will that be all , sir ?
No . Could you also get some extra towels and soup too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes .
Really ? How much is it ? Oh , it's 42 yuan ! How expensive !
You know , it is the best seller for this year . It has had its fifth impression since its publication early this year .
How come ? I have never seen such a popular book before .
Wait a minute . I found there were two printings . The paperback books must be much cheaper .
You are right . Let's buy the cheaper one .
I've been feeling pretty ill for a few days now .
what are your symptoms ?
I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired .
it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
have you been drinking plenty of water ?
no , just soda .
ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
is anyone else sick in your home ?
no , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us
thanks .
Sure . We love each other and take care of each other .
In such a big family , there must be a head . Who's the head of your family ?
My grandpa . He has the final word about almost everything . My grandpa is " President , " and Grandma is " Vice-President . " My parents , uncles and aunts try to arrive at a consensus on important questions .
Is a family like yours common in South Korea ?
No . Not anymore . Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho
My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting
Of course there'll be a room for you !
To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids .
Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys .
But four boys !
It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes .
You are right , I guess . The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want .
It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ?
That's a great idea !
We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like !
That sounds like an excellent offer . I might take you up on that . Thank you for the wonderful invitation .
Is the math wrong or the way the answer was marked ?
I think an answer got marked wrong that should have been marked right .
These things can happen ; let's double-check the answers first to be sure , all right ?
That would be great !
Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ?
This one right here should be right .
Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ?
Yeah , let's do the math .
I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ?
Looks pretty good .
Thank you for caring enough to check on your scores ; keep studying !
Yes , ma'ma . There'll be no problem with the quality .
What if there's something wrong with it ?
You don't have to worry about it . We have a one year warranty .
Are you sure ?
Sure . We have a good after-sale service . Your satisfaction is guaranteed .
Yes , sir . My name is Ellen . How may I help you ?
I need to get a flight to Chicago on the 7th in the morning . Can you give me a hand ?
Certainly , sir . There ' s a flight at 8: 35 a . m . and one at 10 .
Sure .
Would you mail this letter for me when you go to the post office ?
No problem .
Oh ! I forgot all about it . Of course you can have it back , John . I'm sorry about the delay .
Well , it doesn't matter . I almost forgot it too if it is not for Peter who asked me about it this coming .
There's a service called ' A friend in New York ' . It's a personal tour guide service .
That's interesting . What does it do ?
You give them your information by answering a questionnaire and they will create a perfect trip for you according to your budget .
Good . Where can I get the questionnaire ?
You can easily download it from their website .
Yes , I am .
How long have you been married ?
I have been married for three years .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are three people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My wife , my daughter and I .
Me too . I'll talk to you later .
OK . See you later .
You can trust him . He always tells the truth .
But it's really too important to me .
I said you can trust him . You just have to believe it .
What a large building . Can we visit by ourselves ?
Of course . Take your time and enjoy your trip .
Thank you . When and where shall we meet ?
We will meet at 5:00 right here .
I see .
I'd like to look it over before I sign it .
OK , no problem . I hope there are no questions about the terms .
I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract .
Shall we sign this contract now ?
OK . Where do you want me to sign ?
Just sign at the bottom .
OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect .
You're right . Thank you for your cooperation .
It's my pleasure .
I've got some documents here that go with the L / C our company opened 10 days ago . I think there is something wrong .
Really ? Have you checked everything carefully ?
Very carefully , that's when I found the problem .
Ah , I see . The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting , right ?
Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ?
Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone .
That's a great idea ; thanks for your help .
No , I haven't .
Have you got any wine or spirits ?
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Not yet . Do we need to take it with us ?
Of course . Otherwise I cannot go abroad .
Is that hard to get a passport ?
Not at all . But we do need to keep it with us all the time .
It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us .
There is a man-made fishing pond nearby . So , What do you think of going fishing there ?
Great . Let's go . Where is it ?
Patience , boy . A watched pot never boils . We shall get out fishing stuff first and make some baits , too .
We have many cookies left here . Can we use them as baits ?
I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms .
So let's go and catch earth worms !
OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go .
Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing .
That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today .
I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ?
I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one .
Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill .
Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ?
Well , all right . There is nothing to complain about .
Well , she ' s tall and pretty .
Is she like you ?
I suppose so . We ' re both friendly and easy-going .
Is she as clever as you ?
No , she ' s not as clever as me .
Big head !
Yes I have . I ' Ve been there three times in the past year .
That sounds great . Have you been to the top of the Pearl Tower ?
No I haven ' t . I haven ' t visited the Bund either . I ' Ve always had too much work to do .
So you haven ' t done much then , in Shanghai ?
Actually , I ' Ve eaten soup dumplings in a lovely restaurant on Nanjing Lu . They were delicious !
First , as far as I know , your company has had an impressive growth record . Second , I want to get into the foreign trade business .
Now you are with Quandong Company . What is your chief responsibility there ?
I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
Sure . Let me measure for you .
What's the charge ?
$ 200 . The delivery time is 2 weeks .
OK . thank you .
Just a minute . I am as busy as a bee right now ... Ok , I am done . What can I do for you ?
Well , I seem to be a little bit lost here . I am worried that I ' ll never find my way . What's worse . I forgot my glasses and as blind as a bat now .
Well , keep you chin up ! I ' ll try to help you . Where are you going ?
I am trying to get to the Royal Hotel . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side .
Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ?
Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it .
Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ?
Yeah , it ' s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ' d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it .
Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ?
Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker .
All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ?
Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi .
Cool , thanks .
You are welcome .
You have a very good taste , sir . Would you like to try it on ?
OK . I'll try on a medium size .
Here you are
Where is the fitting room ?
It's just around the comer .
It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ?
Yes . One moment , please .
I'm not sure .
What about going to a movie ?
OK , let's go to the cinema to see what's on .
Don't you know that ? It's panda .
Of course I know . I just can't see it very well .
OK , then put on your glasses , and do you know what does the panda eat ?
Of course , Bamboo !
That's right .
I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship .
You sound quite knowledgeable .
Not really , panda is my favorite animal .
Actually , it likes milk too .
Any way , in a word , panda is our friend .
Do you know other famous animals in the world ?
Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous .
That's right . OK , let's move on .
Here you go . I made up the burger patties for you .
Thanks . Smell the hickory chips ? They give the meat a nice , smoky flavor .
I'll take over for a while to give you a break .
Sorry . This is a one-man job . I've got the grill just how I like it , and I've made up my own special sauce .
Then I'll tell folks the food's ready . Come and get it ! I've always wanted to say that !
Good morning ! Can you help me , please ? I'm looking for some books for my mother .
Well , what kind of books does she like ?
She's very fond of detective stories ?
I see . Has she read any detective stories ?
Oh , yes !
Do you know if she's read this one ?
I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful !
Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ?
She's eighty-seven .
I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting .
Thank you . That's a good idea . she likes exciting books . Can you suggest another one ?
We hope that this dispute can be settled through friendly negotiation without its being submitted for arbitration .
Yes . That's what we want .
Yes , I ' m afraid I am . My husband is a smoker too .
Would you describe yourself as being a heavy smoker ?
No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
The fare is $ 1 . 25 .
Have you been driving buses a long time ?
I haven't been driving for long -- only for a few months .
Do you like to drive the bus ?
Not in the least bit .
I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver .
I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money .
It was really fun chatting with you .
It was really nice talking to you too .
Have a good one .
I'll have a good day once this day is over .
I bet my button dollar that he won't . He is no more than a nine day's wonder .
What is your idea ?
Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear .
Yes . My house is far away from here . May I ask for an apartment ?
No problem . We can offer you a flat with two bedrooms and a living room .
That ' s great . If you don ' t mind my asking , does your company give bonuses ?
You ' ll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements . Besides , we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales .
Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ?
You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ?
No problem .
If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me .
OK .
No , it's no use .
You never know unless you try .
I know . She won't change my grade .
How would you like to pay ?
Can I pay by card ?
Cash or card is fine .
Ok , I ' ll pay by card then .
Great idea ! Peter , I could use the drink .
How about the new bar across road ?
Sounds good . The food there is fantastic , too .
I agree , I had lunch there last week .
excellent ! That sounds like a plan .
You don't know what you are asking !
Please ! You can do it . Their clothes are all laid out on the bed .
Remember what happened last time ?
Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg ?
Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us .
Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses !
Oh , in that case , sure ! Uh ... what are these long sock-looking things ?
Yes . I am capable of speaking English smoothly . I have been learning English for years .
How well do you know English ?
I have no trouble communicating with native English Speaker . I even taught spoken English in a training school .
Yeah .
Why don't you date up a handsome guy and spend time together ?
I have found myself a date mate .
You must have a lot in common and a barrel of fun .
A barrel of fun , of course . He often says that I'm a date bait .
Yes , please . I'd like to make a reservation from Hong Kong to Tampa with a stopover in Houston .
When to leave ?
I would like to leave Hong Kong September the first and leave Houston for Tampa on September the 12th .
Ok . Can I have your name , please ?
Lily Smith .
And your telephone number ?
Hong Kong side 3854295 .
OK . Right then .
Thank you .
I was told to come over to this window if I want to make a withdrawal . I'm not withdrawing from a Current Account , you see . I want to withdraw from my Certificate of Deposit .
Unfortunately , if you wish to withdraw on your C / D before the pre-decided date , you must give notice .
Oh , I see . Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now ?
Yes , you will lose interest . I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us . I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity .
Oh dear . Well , if it has to be done , then it has to be done .
Well , I am not sure . Lets me check my agenda
Ok .
I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ?
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around 2 fifteen PM . Do you have a projector in your room ? I would like to show you some related charts
Yes , there is . See you then .
I have some shirts that need laundering , and I ' d like my suit pressed .
There is a laundry form as well as a bag in your room . Pls fill it out and the maid will come pick it up .
How long will it take to get my clothes back ?
To press the suit only takes 3 hours . The laundry will be returned to you tomorrow around noon time . Is that all right ?
That ' s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up .
Right away , sir .
Oh , I no longer work there . I'm working with a multi-national corporation .
You changed jobs again ? Why do you move so frequently ?
I want to try different things before I find the one I really like .
Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer ?
I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new .
How's your current job going ?
I'm pretty satisfied with it . I can broaden my experience , learn lots of new things , and have more development opportunities .
What time does the next showing of Forrest Gump begin ?
The next show is at two o'clock .
What about the one after that ?
I ' m still shocked that Obama was elected .
I couldn ' t believe it , either .
He just made history .
I hope you voted for him .
Of course I did . Did you ?
I made sure to vote for him .
I am really excited about this .
I know how you feel .
Hopefully , he ' ll change things in our nation .
I know that he will .
I trust him .
I know . Sorry , I shouldn't have rushed you , but I just couldn't stay at home and wait .
Never mind . What about taking a look around the theater ?
Why not ? I'd love to do that .
Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art . ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art . )
Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ?
Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ?
I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that .
No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework .
Unbelievable ! I could never do that .
Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum .
Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ?
Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ?
Yes , let's do it .
Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them .
Of course not . We don't do that .
Sure , Mum . In a minute .
Here's the money . And get some salt .
Yes , Mum .
sure , but I don't drink much . So I don't know what to order .
so how about an aperitif ?
it sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare .
stirred or shaken ?
stirred will be fine .
here you are .
thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
can you recommend one ?
try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
it sounds interesting . I'll take one .
here we go .
it tastes great .
enjoy yourself .
yeah .
Um ... Uh ... I'm just looking , thanks .
Need a gift for your girlfriend or wife ?
No , no , no . I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway .
Well , if you need anything , just ask .
Um ... well , where's the men's shoe department ?
It's on the third floor . Turn left when you get off the escalator .
No , what happened ?
They had an argument and split up .
Really , what's going to happen now ?
Yes , it looks interesting .
You're right . I love it very much .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Fine . I miss you so much , uncle Benjamin .
Me too . We haven't seen each other for years .
It's been 3 years now .
How time flies ! Now you are a college student out of a little girl .
How is aunty Shirley ?
Couldn't be better .
How has May been ?
She's been good . She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school . And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008 .
What are you going to do ? Call my boss and chew him out ?
Is your boss named Vic ? Your pager says , This is Vic . Here I come !
Impossible . My pager is really old . It doesn't display messages .
Here , see for yourself . That's really strange ! It's almost the same as when I ...
Gosh , you're right ! It's from some guy named Vic . I wonder who he is ...
I had a wonderful time . The rooms are not very big , but they are well furnished . The restaurant is excellent and reasonably priced . There ' s a sauna and a Jacuzzi .
Do they have a swimming pool ?
No , they don ' t . they have a beauty parlor , but I didn ' t go there .
What ' s the service like ?
It ' s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ' d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends .
It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ?
There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ' t check my email , but I didn ' t complain about it to the management .
I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world .
Yes , I was . Here ' s their business card .
Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ?
No , there wasn ' t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal .
One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips .
I know . At the inland hotel , they have an interesting policy . When you check out , you put some money in a special box at reception . Each evening , the money in the box is shared equally by the hotel staff .
He appeals to the fans thanks to two things
you mean he plays well ? Yeah , he often scores by free kicks in crucial games . But a football match is by no means merely a show of taking free kicks .
Certainly not . What really counts is to play as a team , passing the ball amongst each other , dodging defenders . Free kicks are a result of all the teammates ' collective efforts . However , a few free k
In the case , maybe facial charm should be his leading card . After all , the majority of his fans are girls .
yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout .
and he is English ! He makes a model gentleman when he puts on a black suit and speaks with a typical British accent .
You're right . Let's ask her to give us one more week .
Yes , I think so too .
Do you have any other questions ?
Let me think ... I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee .
I'm sorry we can't now .
I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live .
Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future .
That would work too .
Anything else ?
Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ?
I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company .
I understand . Will the company provide training ?
Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year .
That's great . Thank you very much .
Ok , every one asks their parents let them stay out until 2 or 3 in the morning .
Well , I ' m not everyone-else ' s father . I think you need be in the house by ten o ' clock .
That ' s absurd . I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that .
I ' ll be worried if you stay out late .
Ok , how about midnight curfew . and I'll let you know where I am .
Walk down this road , take the fourth turn to the right . Then you'll see it .
Is it far from here to there ?
No . It's only about five minutes ' walk .
Many thanks !
Not at all .
Yes , I would like to return these slacks .
Alright . Do you have your receipt ?
Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Ma'am .
Serves you right .
She'd better drink plenty of hot water and lie in bed .
But she feels like having no appetite at all if she stays at home all day .
Don't worry . She will be all right .
That ' s really a good phenomenon to see .
I hope it ' ll continue for a long time .
Turn right at the third light and then go straight for two blocks .
Is it far ?
No . It's only a ten-minute walk .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
What time are you leaving ?
I'll leave at 10 o'clock .
Take care and give my best to you parents .
Thank you , I will . Hope to see you again next year .
I am Looking for a T-shirt .
We have quite a variety of shirts here .
What kind of material is this ?
Silk . You have a good taste . It's excellent for its handiness , elegance and beauty .
Can I try it on ?
Of course , Mr . Green .
Can you print it out before 12 o'clock ? I need it this afternoon .
No problem . I will do it immediately .
Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily .
OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ?
Please type it in a formal style .
I see . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
I'd like a hamburger with lettuce and tomato .
How about something to drink ?
A Coke , please .
OK . I'll see if I can get waited on .
Yes . I think I'm lucky .
Oh , Jack , you deserve it . You ' Ve been working so hard .
Thank you for saying that .
Yes . I received everything in the post this morning .
That's good . Could I please see the originals of everything ?
What's the exchange rate today ?
You're pretty lucky actually , today is higher than yesterday . It's 824 . 71 RIB for 100 USD .
Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ?
Yes . Please sign your name at the bottom of the Exchange Receipt . Thanks very much and here's your money .
Of course . I spent the whole week to know the general process for these plans . And since I was employed , I have been working on them . Madam , how am I doing ? Are you satisfied with my job ?
How do you feel what you have done ? Did you meet our goals ?
I suppose so . I tried my best to be familiar with all these appliances and office process . Certainly without my colleagues ' help , I could not do these things in such a short period .
Yes . And you also overworked in last month , when Steven asked for leave . I have been very satisfied with your performance . And your dependability has been a great asset .
Thanks for your praise , Madam .
I think so . Why did you ask that ?
I'm going to have my first baby , so I plan to hold a baby shower next Sunday .
Congratulations ! Why do people hold parties before the baby is born ?
It's the tradition . But baby showers as we know them today were not common until after World Warri .
In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world .
So you will come , won't you ?
Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival .
Thank you very much .
You're telling me .
Most of them are not so practical . It will be very bad for your health if you skip lunches or supers as the recommended . I think making an exercise plan can be more effective .
Maybe you ' re right . It is very expensive to go to a weight-loss center . I ' d better join in a fitness club .
You don ' t need to lose weight , you are not fat .
I bought an exercise dress yesterday and I found it was hard to dress it up .
I share the same opinion . You are over-weight so it's hard for you to buy clothes .
Maybe I should try to lose weight .
Here is one tailor's shop . Why not order one here ?
Am I late for the party ? Looks everyone is already here . Hope I didn ' t miss something interesting .
No , you are just on time . We haven ' t really started yet .
Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
I am hurrying .
What are you doing ?
I can't figure out which dress to wear .
Sure , I advise the sightseeing buses .
Travel by the buses ? That sounds interesting .
Yes of course . You can see the whole city on the bus . It's cheap as well as efficient .
Oh , there comes the bus .
Good idea ! I finish work at five . Why don ' t we meet at six ?
Ok that sounds good . Where shall I meet you ?
Let ' s meet in front of the train station .
Ok great , I ' ll see you at six .
Ok , see you tonight ! Don ' t be late !
I need to get a Letter of Credit . Is this the right window ?
It certainly is . Do you have your contract and Import License ?
Yes , right here in my brief case . Just a moment , please .
Thanks . What you need to do now is deposit 100 % of the guaranteed funds of your contract into your account with us .
That's done . There is more than enough to cover the contract amount in our account .
That's great . We will have to charge you 250 RIB for that service , though . Could you please fill in this ? Thanks .
Five . Besides my parents and me , there are my brother and sister .
That is a big family . How old is your sister ?
15 .
What about your brother ?
He ' s not quite 25 .
Do you miss your family ?
Yes .
Do you often go home ?
No . But I write to them often .
How often do you write to them ?
Once a month .
Well , it's a short distance flight , so we don't serve meals . But there are some drinks .
Well , I would like a glass of warm water .
What ' s to get ready ?
Lots ! Have you done any research about the company ?
Nope .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
This is she . How's it going ?
I've been trying to call you all day .
Sorry about that . I was cleaning up .
It's okay .
So what were you calling me about ?
Oh , I just wanted to see if you wanted to hang out tomorrow .
Sure , what did you want to do ?
Maybe we can go see a movie or something .
That sounds like fun . Let's do it .
I'll see you tomorrow then .
See you then . Goodbye .
Thank you . How long it take to get my son's hair cut ?
It shouldn't be long . Thirty minutes , tops . Are you in a hurry ?
No . I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed .
Good idea . Do you want a wash or a massage ? Massage is especially good when you are tired .
How come ?
Because it helps you speed up your circulation .
Then I won't say no to that .
How do you like it ?
I feel totally refreshed .
We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ?
This time included ?
Of course .
Then yes .
Yes . Is this Paula ?
Yes , sir . I ' Ve just dropped those slides off at the Winthrop office . Do you need anything else while I ' m out ?
No , that ' s all right . Paula . Why don ' t you get something to eat , and I ' ll see you this afternoon .
Oh , hi , Lee . You look great .
Thanks . You too .
$ 135 .
Wow , that's sheer robbery . Shall I make an offer ?
I'm sorry , sir . The price is fixed .
Hello , my old friend . Long time no see . How are you doing ?
Well , I ' m doing okay . And how about yourself ?
Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
That's not a problem . Just give me your name , phone number , and date of visit .
Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , April 9 through 15 .
I see your info here on the screen . I'll hit just one button , sir , and you're cancelled .
Thank you . I'm glad that wasn't too much of a bother .
It's a pleasure .
Today is December twenty-third , two thousand and two .
Oh , The day after tomorrow is Christmas .
Merry Christmas to you .
Thanks , Mr . White . That's very kind of you .
I hope it will be of some use to you .
I am sure it will . It'll be of great help in carrying on the work I have done so far .
That will be great .
I think women excel in every sport except the ones that are taboo for us to join in , like football .
I mean which ones are they better at than men ?
Why do you care ? Women and men are different all around . I don't think they can be compared .
That's a good point . Let me change my question . What sports do women like best ?
Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports .
Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ?
Are you suggesting that anyone can be ?
I'd be happy to help you . Name it .
My printer is broken . Can you print up a copy for me ?
Sure , no problem . Do you want me to edit it for you ?
Please , you write much better than I do .
Oh , its nothing .
We're going to that new restaurant for lunch . Would you like to join us ?
I'm sorry . I forget all about it .
How could you ? I reminded you just this morning .
It's leap my mind . I really feel terrible about it .
I have been looking forward to this performance all month .
I'm really sorry I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Jason , you have no taste . You think First Blood is a good movie .
Hey , it is ! A lot of people like that movie !
I'm sorry , but it's a bad movie . The plot is stupid , and the script is poorly written .
Face it , you don't like action movies because you're a snob .
No , I don't like action movies because I'm cultured !
I would if I could .
Would you please explain the meaning of the word ?
Yes , With pleasure .
Certainly . I'll do it for you right away . Sorry the drugs on this order are out of stock .
What can I do ?
Would you prefer to take similar medicine of other brands ?
Could I ?
Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise .
Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ?
This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Sure , what's the matter ?
As you know , I have accepted three new programs in our company this year , but I am not sure I can do my work well . And right now my dilemma is that I can not find a person whom I can trust for these three programs .
What do you think we can do about this ?
We are not willing to miss the chance ; however , our staff is not big enough now . So , to be honest , I want you to help me to finish all these programs .
Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this .
I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this .
OK ! I will try this .
I need a hat . Would you show me some ?
Certainly , here you are .
I like the black one . May I try it on ?
Of course . It fits you perfectly .
Yes , I thinks so . How much is it ?
It's forty-five yuan .
Can you make it much cheaper ?
Sorry , our prices are set .
Hello , I'm sorry it's been such a long time . I've been away on business . I'd like to discount this .
No problem . Could I please see the bill and all of the other documents ?
Yeah , sure . Here they are . Take your time going through them , I'm in no hurry .
There's no problem here , everything's in order . I can transact that for you now .
Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ?
No , you don't need to pay anything on top . We just simply deduct the discounting interest .
Yes , I need to apply for a parking permit .
Are you a professor ?
What ? Are you kidding ? I'm only 22 years old !
Yes , I am kidding . But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits ?
Yes , I know . I have a disability . My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk .
Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university .
My permission letter ?
Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability . And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place .
I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office .
Yes . Or you can bring it yourself .
But I asked them to send it to you directly .
Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it .
My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R .
Yes , here it is . Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request .
Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes . Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ?
The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices . We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening .
I see . Thank you .
You're very welcome .
No , I'm used to having tea first .
With sugar ?
No sugar , please .
Huh , oh , hi , Jane . I must have fallen asleep while I was reading .
You and everyone else . It looks more like a camp-ground than a library .
Well , the dorm ' s too noisy to study in , and I guess this place is too quiet .
Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper ?
No . Prof . Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology . For once I wish she hadn ' t given us so much of a choice .
Well , why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico . You seem to be interested in that part of the world .
I am , but there is too much material to cover . I ' ll be writing forever , and Grant only wants five to seven pages .
So they limit it to one region of Mexico . Say the Yucatan . You ' Ve been there and you said it ' s got lots of interesting relics .
That ' s not a bad idea . I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer . That would be great resource material . Now if I can only remember where I put them .
Of course . It's on Memorial Avenue .
On Memorial Avenue ?
Right . You know where that is ?
I'm afraid I don't . I'm quite new in town .
Well , do you know where the post office is ?
No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is .
That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight .
Well , thank you very much , I hope I can find it .
Hi , Ben . Come in . Diane's not ready yet , so you'll have to wait a few minutes .
Yeah ?
I've never used this place before . Can you give me some idea what I need to do ?
You just put quarters in the machines . It ' s easy .
Yes , but ... well ...
What ?
How do I use the machines ?
What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers .
I see . Do the machines have soap in them ?
No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ?
No . I don't have soap .
Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there .
Thanks . Okay . I have my soap .
My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ?
I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean .
But you can't use so much . The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out .
Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before .
What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ?
Yes .
In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ?
No . Never .
I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ?
I'm nineteen .
But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ?
My mother always did it .
Yes , my mother washed my clothes too . But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself .
I know about this fact . American children are more independent . They do more for themselves . But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard . So the mother does everything for the kids . The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school . So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it .
I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ?
What ?
How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself . If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house . How can you live on your own ?
I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn .
Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines .
Thanks . My name's Nick .
I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today .
Thanks , Mom . Thanks .
Well , it's hard to say . I cough a lot in the evening .
You'd better give up smoking . It's bad for your health .
You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work til late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
It will be fine .
But I think I can help to fix it .
No , don't give it another thought .
Oh .
Don't you think that it'd be a good thing for you to get out of the office foe a couple of days ?
Sure .
I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this . Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you . All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm .
The train ? Will I be flying back then ?
Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable .
Will the train be very crowded ?
Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine .
When is the first meeting then ?
They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9
Where will I be staying ?
We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system .
That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ?
That's not a problem . Have a nap if you can . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip .
Is this line for non-residents ?
Yes it is . Residents can queen up in the lines to my right .
Ok . Here's my passport .
What's the expiration date on your passport ?
I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page .
I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK .
I won't .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't have anything to declare .
How long will you be staying in the UK ?
I'll be here for about a year .
What is the purpose of your stay ?
I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University .
Where will you be staying ?
I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus .
How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ?
My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts .
Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back .
Thank you very much .
Good afternoon ! Sit down , please . How are you ?
I'm very well , thank you . How are you ?
Very well too , thank you very much . Isn ' t it a lovely day ?
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
well , it depends .
do you think this music is warm matched ?
of course yes .
how about the lyrics ?
very touching .
it bring me back to some of my childhood memories .
yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting .
of course . it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance .
it is full of energy .
this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying .
it certainly is .
I'm sorry , but I've got an important job to do .
Yes , I would like to .
This is our office block . We have all the administrative department here , Sales , Accounts , Personnel , Market Research and so on .
Yeah of course ! Although , don ' t you ever wonder what could have been ?
What do you mean ?
Well , sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently .
For example ?
Like for example , if I hadn ' t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to .
I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ' t have gotten married if I hadn ' t moved to this town and met Sally .
You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ' t even have met if I hadn ' t been in that car accident ten years ago !
Well , I have no regrets !
I ' ll drink to that !
Let me see . Oh , we have the design but not the same color as this one .
It's a pity . I'm afraid that's too loud for me . Thank you .
You're welcome .
Your price has gone up sharply , hasn't it ?
Yes , we regret we cannot maintain our original price . Since the prices of the raw materials have been raised , we have to adjust the price of our products accordingly .
I agree with you there , but you price is unreasonable .
I don't think so . You must compare our price with that it other export houses . I'm sure our offer is in line with the prevailing market price level .
I don't think we will be able to pay the price . To have this business concluded , you need to lower your price at least by 3 % .
I'm afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price .
Don't you agree with me that in the long run moderate prices we bring about large sales and more profit ?
We've already cut down our price to cost level .
Is that all ?
Yes this is the best we can do .
I'm sorry , we can't handle the price you offered .
I like listening to different kinds of music .
Like what , for instance ?
I enjoy Rock and R & B .
Why is that ?
I like the different instruments that they use .
That's a good reason to like something .
Yeah , I think so too .
Sure . What is it ?
I don't know how to say it in English .
We call this a ' parking meter ' .
Oh , Thank you . But how do you spell it ?
P-a-r-k-i-n-g m-e-t-e-r .
This is John .
What is it , John ?
I wonder if I can use your bike .
I think I'm going to eat a piece of fruit .
What kind do you like ?
I really like apples and grapes .
What kind of apples do you like ?
I love green apples .
I don't like green apples .
Really ? Why not ?
Green apples are too sour for me .
So , you like red apples better ?
Yeah , I love red apples .
I think green apples are a lot better .
No . I ' Ve not had the pleasure of meeting her yet .
How do you do ? I ' m pleased to meet you .
How do you do ?
Please sit down . Help yourself just like you are at home .
What would you like to drink ?
A cup of coffee , please .
It's love all .
Now the score is in our favor .
Can you tell which team seems to win ?
Hard to say . Now the score is in our favor .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let ' s wait and see .
No , sir .
I pulled you over because your brake light is out .
I'm sorry . I did not know that .
I have to write you a ticket .
Can't you give me a warning ?
I'm not going to be able to do that .
How much will the fine be ?
You'll find that out on your court date .
I have to go to court over a brake light ?
That's how it works .
Can I have the ticket , please ?
This job is more challenging and I have longed to be a translator . That ' s why I came here for an interview .
What do you think are the capacities for a success as a translator ?
I think one needs common knowledge , specific knowledge , and professional codes to be a successful translator .
You need to get a car tag first . There's a one hundred Yuan deposit for the car tag .
Okay . Here you are .
Thank you . We'll bring the receipt up to your room when we get it .
Yes . Where would you like to go ?
Central Park , please , but can you make a stop at Union Square ? I wanna pick up my friend there .
Of course .
How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square .
Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon .
Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late .
I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ?
On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ?
You've got it .
I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is .
Here we are , Central Park !
Thank you . How much is it ?
Well , it's $ 12 .
Here's $ 15 . Keep the change .
Thank you .
I think you will get a big bonus , because you always have high sales .
I hope so . I think you will get a big bonus too . Bonus depends on your performance and you worked overtime almost every day .
Yes , I am expecting to get the bonus . I hope we will both get the salary and bonus .
Hope so !
We need to talk about the size of the country and its population .
Ok . China is about the same size as Canada and the united states and it has a population of about 1 . 3 billion , making it the latest country in the world by population .
It says here that most of the people are han Chinese , but there are 55 minorities that make up almost 10 % of the population .
We need to say something about the geography and climate of china . Is there any way to divide the country into sections ?
We could divide into five parts . There ' s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year .
That sounds very general .
It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one .
One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ?
Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou .
We should take a large map and highlight those cities . What is each of them famous for ?
Well , in the first year of our marriage , we had great difficulties in getting along . The things that are important to me are not important to him . We had a lot of conflicts .
Yeah , I know what you mean . The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples , not to mention two people from different cultures .
Now we have a two-year-old boy . We're very happy that he's healthy and smart .
Oh , so he's half Chinese and half American . That's unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly English , and he can say a few Chinese words . But he will learn in the future .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He's whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
Yeah , about 5 minutes ago .
Who's winning ?
The Bulls , of course !
What ! That wasn't a foul ! C ' mon , ref !
Don ' t worry , Shan always screws up free throws .
You were right ! He didn ' t make the shot !
That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah !
Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ' t call it !
This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ' t believe he didn ' t see that !
Okay ... end of the first quarter ... Alright , I ' m gonna make a beer run .
Yes , that is me . Nice to meet you , Monica . Welcome on board !
Thank you . I am very happy to have my own office now . I ' Ve never had one before . It is very nice .
Well , we have nicer things than that in this company . You will find out soon .
Really ? What could that be ?
Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 .
That is very kind of you . Thank you very much .
Hello . I'm trying to track down some documents due to arrive any day on our new L / C .
Not a problem . Could you tell me you L / C number , please ?
It's TH 15699324873 0 .
OK , just checking for you ... yes , they have arrived . How would you like me to handle them ?
Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ?
That's fine . I'll get on with that for you right now .
How did you get that ? No need to show you my hand , I lose . This is not as much fun as the music concert we just saw .
Thanks again for buying the tickets . That was the most exciting live concert I've ever seen . That silver electric guitar was really cool .
They're quite popular now . Wasn't her voice good ?
That , My Heart Will Go On . It warms my heart . you know , JanetJackson , Shanna Twain and Celine Dion are so very different .
Janet Jackson is more pop music . Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes .
Have you heard Maria Carey ?
Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like .
Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one .
I hope you have a good stereo .
Why ?
Because you have to hear it really loud to get the full concert effect .
It's something relative hackers . I often hear people talking about them , but I don't know much about them .
Well , roughly speaking , a hacker is a computer buff .
You mean a guy using enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the computer ?
You can say that .
But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ?
They must have mixed hackers with crackers .
What is crackers then ?
There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them .
So they are two totally different concepts .
Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end .
I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them .
You got it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Hello , my old friend . Long time no see . How are you doing ?
Well , I ' m doing okay . And how about yourself ?
Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
I'm sorry , my watch has stopped .
It's 2:42 by my watch . But it moves a bit fast .
Let's ask someone else .
What the magic ward to say if you want something good to happen ?
Oh , sorry mom , i forgot . please give me a glass of orange juice .
Ok , here you are .
Oh , it is nice and cold , definitely good orange juice .
Amy , you forgot another magic word .
Oh , sorry again , thank you mom .
You are very welcome .
She means business , for sure .
Most salespeople seem like half-brains . Zina's definitely an exception .
We'd better get back to work .
Yeah , I'm not too worried about Vince , but I'd hate to face Zina if we don't deliver ...
Good for you . What items did you bid on ?
A DENY shirt and one of Serena Williams ' used tennis rackets !
Your idol ! Wow ! You're even better at finding stuff than me !
Yep . I placed a bid for the shirt . The minimum was ten so I bet fifty !
That's not how this game works .
Well , there was a sign that said " Buy now for seventy . "
How many bids had been placed before you ?
No , what ?
She had to go to the hospital .
Why ?
She passed out in class . Seems she hadn't eaten anything in days .
Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy !
Yeah , but that's what she did .
I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look .
Well , it's not just the girl ' s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen .
True , but there are limits . Being thin is one thing ; starving oneself to death is another . No one forces them to do this .
Is this the right subway to the Wall Street ?
Yes , it is .
Could you tell me shall I take the express or local train ?
Sure . The local train . It stops at every station .
Which of them is the local train , please ?
You take the D train on the downtown platform , and go three stops .
How much is the fare ?
One dollar and twenty cents . You give me the money and I ' ll exchange it for a token .
What should I do with the token ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
What time do you open this evening ?
We open at 6:30 , sir .
I see . I'd like to reserve a table for two .
Yes , sir . What time would you like your table , sir ?
I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm .
Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ?
Davis .
Thank you , Mr . Davis .
Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration .
I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand .
I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged .
We'll try our best .
Thank you .
Yes . I ' Ve get a small room .
How much do you charge ?
35 . 00 dollars a week , but I don ' t allow smoking .
OK . Can I see the room now ?
Would you mind waiting ? I ' m on the telephone .
How long would you like to keep it ?
Till the end of the week .
Yes , that'd be all right .
Yes , The SARS epidemic is not under effective control yet . So I'd better not risk it .
Maybe it's a good things . If you don't have to go to Hong Kong , you can take a break and take things easy for a while .
You are right . Maybe we should work out a fitness plan and start to do more exercise . Sitting around in the office all day is no way of keeping fit .
That's a good idea . Let's see if we can get more people in this plan . There isn't much business these days anyway , so I think many people will be interested .
What's wrong ? We have been working overtime recently .
The holiday is coming so we need to finish our task .
Must we finish our task before the holiday ?
Yes . The contract must be kept .
OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight .
Did he say why ?
He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday .
Don't worry . I will tell him about that .
It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight .
Thank you for that . And I will double your pay .
Do you think she'd like a laptop ?
I think that would be perfect .
A Mac is something most people appreciate .
In fact , she prefers Macs . How much is one ?
Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 .
She's going to be so happy . Let me have one .
You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ?
I'll pay for it with my VISA .
It's all yours after you sign here , please .
Are there any extras that she needs ?
This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again .
You've been so helpful . Thank you .
Have a nice day , and thank you for shopping here .
Yes , I hope so . I would like to register for Comp Lit 287 .
I'm sorry , but that class is already full . And also , students are supposed to register through the touch-tone registration system .
I know . I already tried to register for it by phone , but the computer won't let me .
That's because it's full .
But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office .
Well , I could put you on a waiting list . But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ?
My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G .
Alright . And what is your major ?
I'm a comparative literature major .
Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ?
Yes , that's right .
Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students .
That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class . And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it .
The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code . When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class .
Even if the class is full ?
That's right .
Oh , I didn't know that .
Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it .
Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ?
Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again . Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem .
Thanks .
Next time you come in here , I will recognize you .
I know , I ' m really sorry that I missed the deadline . But really , it wasn ' t my fault . You see , we had all of these unexpected technical problems at the last minute , and that I couldn ' t get into the database and extract the kind of information that I needed for the data analysis . You know , if the tech guys would have done their job and kept the ARM stable , then I wouldn ' t have missed my deadline .
Oh , come on ! An excuse like that is tantamount to lying . You ' re essentially blaming the tech team for your time management issues , rather than accepting responsibility for the fact that you were procrastinating for the past two weeks .
No , I ' m not trying to pass the buck here ; I know that it was me who is ultimately responsible for getting this done . But the thing is , I could have finished on time if the system hadn ' t gone down . And you know , with everything I ' Ve got going on now , I can ' t afford to waste time dealing with technical problems . I ' Ve got a lot on my plate and there are only twenty-four hours in a day ...
I ' m not going to accept this excuse . You ' re using these small technical glitches as a crutch and trying to rationalize the fact that you ' Ve missed your deadline . Look , we have standards and I expect you to live up to those standards . No more phoney cases . If you ' re in over your head , you tell me . No more missed deadlines . Now , I want that data on my desk by nine am !
That's a good idea . Let's bring our trunks and towels .
Would you like to swim in the swimming pool or at the beach ?
I'd prefer the pool .
OK . Let's pay the entrance fee and change our clothes in the dressing room .
What style do you use ?
Well , I use breast stroke for long distance , crawl or free style for short distance and back stroke just for fun .
Would mornings or afternoons be best for you ?
It is easier for me to take off work in the afternoon .
It is best if we can go during the week ; does that work for you ?
Because of work , I can only go look at houses on the weekend .
Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ?
If you could pick me up at home , that would be great .
We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see .
That might be a little too much , but we ' ll see how it goes .
I will fax you a schedule as soon as I contact the owners to confirm the times .
not very well . I haven ' t found anything within my price range yet .
how much are you looking to spend ?
I can only afford about 300 pounds a month .
looks like you ' re not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that .
really ? That ' s a lot of money to pay for one room .
well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price !
do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ?
I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ?
I ' d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ' ll have to take what I can get !
how long do you want to sign a contract for ?
I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ' t know where I ' ll be after that .
do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ?
I don ' t have any furniture , so it ' d be great if it were furnished .
you know that you ' ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ?
no , I thought that would be included in the rent .
it ' s not usually included , so you ' ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities .
I don't think I can afford that .
don ' t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children .
that's a good idea . I ' ll look into finding something like that .
Of course ! Where are the things ?
They're all here .
Right ! I'll do it straight away .
Thanks a lot . I'm most grateful .
I am sorry . It's not allowed . You have to wait till the next station .
Well , that's OK .
Can you please slow down ? I am not in a hurry .
OK .
Well , we could eat in more . That 300 dollars for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants .
Yeah . That ' s a good idea and you like to cook . What about the books ?
No , I need my books .
Come on . If we save more money , we can retire earlier and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less .
Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
I need to get on the Internet .
Do you have your library card with you ?
Yes , I have it .
You ' re going to have to wait for a computer .
That ' s okay .
Please put your name on this list .
Then what do I need to do ?
When there is a computer available , I will call you .
What do I do to log on to the computer ?
Just type in the number on the back of your library card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
It's supposed to rain .
I really hate this weather .
Well , it won't last long .
Yes , he does . He often has had one to many . But I advised him not to drink too much , he just boasted that he had hollow legs and nobody had ever drunk him under the table .
That's a problem . He has sort of Dutch courage and that will egg him on in doing anything .
I ' m glad you like them . Happy birthday !
I can ' t thank you enough . I ' m really touched . I don ' t know what to say .
Forget it . It ' s my pleasure . You mean a lot to me .
You ' re the best !
No , not really .
Why is that ? It is called real art .
Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves .
Yeah , that makes sense .
Yeah , this is my first visit here .
You speak good English , though .
Thanks , but I speak English with a strong German accent .
But let me tell you , you're doing just fine . I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German . By the way , how long have you been learning English ?
On and off , for quite a few years .
Thank you . I am very happy to have this opportunity to learn something new . You know information and knowledge in this field update very fast .
Sure it is . This is a changing world . Does the training course cover the new law and regulation issued last month ? They are very useful for us .
Yes , according to the agenda , there will be a seminar on these issues at the very beginning of the training course .
Well , good for you . I hope you can get what you want from the training .
I will do my best .
Yes , madam . May I help you ?
Yes . I ' m calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys . I need to make a reservation for Mr . Alex Brent .
Fine , madam . When will Mr . Brent be arriving , and how many nights will he be staying ?
Can I help you ?
I ' m not sure . Perhaps you could do the shopping .
I ' ll be glad to help .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is to ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
Oh , thank you . Your skirt looks beautiful , too .
Birds of feather flock together . You must be one of these men .
I know little of her . I only think she ' s pretty and intelligent . Of course , she ' s diligent , too .
That ' s enough for you to worship the ground she treats on .
No , I haven't , but I've seen several interesting advertisements in the paper .
What kind of job are you looking for ?
Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
How much would you like to borrow ?
A thousand dollars .
Let me check with our credit manager . ( later ) Our record shows that your credit rating is quite high . I don't think you'll have any problems .
What's the current interest rate ?
Our monthly interest is 1 . 5 % of the outstanding balance . Would you please fill out this application form ?
That's a great relief . I was worried about him .
The operation was very successful .
His parents must feel very happy .
Cindy ' s husband is Ron .
How many children do Cindy and Ron have ?
They have two children-one son and one daughter-as well as one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law .
Do they have any grandchildren ?
Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys .
Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ?
Yes , she gets along with them quite well .
Do they have a large family ?
Their family is very similar to Cindy and Ron ' s family .
Daddy , what seasonings are you going to cook the meat with ?
Er , I am gonna go with salt and sauce !
What ? Are you kidding ?
Is there anything wrong ?
I remember Mom going with a lot of pepper for the meat .
I'd like to see the menu , please .
Oh , I'm so sorry . I thought you had one . Here you are .
Don't you have any Chinese food ?
I'm afraid we don't . But I'm sure you'll enjoy our lunch special .
What ? Why ?
Well , our public schools here are not very good and private school are just too expensive . I have been reading up on home schooling and it has a lot of advantages .
Like what ? I think that by doing something like that we would be isolating our children from social interaction .
Well , first of all , I would be able to teach them everything they learn in school in a more relaxed and fun way . I also think that having a one-on-one class is much better since you can focus more on his or her strengths or weaknesses .
I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea .
I will bring it up over Sunday brunch .
Good luck with that !
I learned to drive and I got a driving license .
What will you do this vacation ?
Travel .
Not a great deal .
I've just been reading an article about them . They'll be used for all sorts of things now .
For accounting system and things like that , you mean ?
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
I'd like a beef-burger , a French fries and a milk shake , please .
What flavor would you prefer , sir ?
I'm not quite sure . What do you have ?
We have strawberry , chocolate , vanilla and banana .
Very well , I'll try the banana flavor .
Anything else , sir ?
No , thanks . That will be all .
Good morning , Jamie . What time is it now ?
It is 9 o'clock now .
I see . What is today's schedule ?
You have two meetings today . One is at 10 am , and the other is at 2 pm . After the meeting , you will have dinner with Mr . Brown at the Chinese restaurant in Sister Hotel .
OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts .
No problem . Do you need the OHP ?
Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ?
OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ?
That would be great ! You are really a good employee .
Thanks for inviting me . Here is the gift for you . Happy birthday , Francis ! Many more happy and healthy years for you !
Thank you , shall I open it now ?
Yes , please do .
Wow , a remote car model and my favorite brand . I really like it . That is so nice of you .
Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself .
Typical you , always wanting to keep the best things for yourself . The more I appreciate the gift now .
I have accumulated a wealth of practical experience in work as a chief advertisement designer . Moreover , I realized teamwork is the key to success .
Why do you think so ?
I think building team spirit among the coworkers is very important . I believe we can accomplish a miracle if we stick together .
Very good . Anything else ?
My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience .
I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ?
I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field .
I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job .
Thanks for your compliment , but there is still plenty more to learn .
He ' s 21 . how old is James ?
He ' s a year older than Keith , but he looks younger .
How ' s your father ?
He ' s fine . He retired last week . It ' s turning going in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
Me , too , I can ' t stop scratching . They are everywhere ! Sneaky little jerks .
Do you have any bug spray ?
No , I forgot to buy some .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
What's your favorite dish or dishes ?
Well , I always order fried spring rolls when I go to Chinatown .
But a Chinese person would never order that .
Really ? But they're delicious !
Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time .
That sounds great .
Get ready for the best meal of your life !
I take it you've done this before ?
Yes , for the last 20 years .
Good .
I am kind of busy right now , but maybe later next week I could stop by .
We sent you an e-mail the first week we moved in ; it listed the problems we found .
What problems did you find ?
The roof leaks when it rains , there is mold on the bedroom walls , and the dishwasher doesn ' t work .
I don ' t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself .
Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility .
I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky !
Unfortunately , you won ' t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday .
You wouldn ' t dare do that !
Way to go , Mary . A lot has happened during the last few months , hasn't it ?
You can say that again !
What's up with Vince and Elvin ?
They work for Zina now .
And they're happy with that ?
They're in awe of her . After they saw how she crushed WebTracker ... but I guess you know all about that .
I'm very sorry I can't .
Why not ?
I've been snowed under with work since my boss was away on business .
What is that ?
A chess board ! Daddy is going to teach you how to play !
Cool !
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
I hope we can make great progress in this new semester .
Hope so .
I hear we'll have a new English teacher this semester .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
I buy a computer magazine every month . It keeps me up-to date with all the latest developments .
Why don ' t you find the information on the internet instead ?
Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
Mr Edwards , this is Kristy calling from IBA .
Hi Kristy ! What's going on ?
Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week ?
Yes , I certainly do .
The negotiating bank has just been in touch ...
Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ?
No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted .
Kristy , that's wonderful ! Thanks so much for contacting me personally .
Yes , that ' s right . To be honest , the first year was quite tough for me . I was really just treated more like an intern . I didn ' t have many responsibilities and I found it quite frustrating .
So , what changed ?
Well slowly but surely I proved myself , and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer .
Wow , a real step up !
Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent restaurant years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ' t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term .
I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ?
I just felt that the paper couldn ' t offer me any new opportunities . I really needed a more challenging role to be honest .
Yes , Friday I have a class , right after work .
Oh , what about Saturday ? Are you free then ?
Saturday my parents are coming to town . What ' s up ?
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No , do you want to go and do something ?
Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner .
Oh , that sounds great . How about 6 o ' clock ?
Hello . Is that Nicholas ?
Nicholas ? Nicholas Nickleby ? No . He doesn't live here any more . He's moved to Morecambe .
Never ! Do you know his new number ?
Yes . I've got it somewhere . Let me see . Where did I put it ? Ah - I remember , it's on the memo . Here it is . Do you have a pen to write it down ?
Yes , I do . Go on .
His number's 4945939 .
4945939 . Marvellous ! Thanks for your help .
Well , I am certainly going to take chemistry and physics , but I haven't decided on the other subjects yet . I'd like to take English .
Why are you going to take english with chemistry and physics ?
Because I want to study english literature . but I think chemistry is better for getting a job .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you beside what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
But Steven , you've called in sick 3 times during the last three weeks .
I know , Mr . Emory . I'm sorry . But I really need to see the doctor this afternoon . I feel dizzy and I can't concentrate on my work .
All right , then . But don't forget to bring a doctors note tomorrow .
OK , thank you !
Do I have to get up now ?
You ' d better get up , or you ' ll be late .
What are you talking about ? My alarm hasn ' t even gone off yet .
Yes , it did . It went off 30 minutes ago . You slept right through it . You ' re like a dead person while you sleep .
I must have slept right through it .
Rise and shine ! Sleepyhead !
Just let me sleep 5 more minutes .
The early bird gets the worm .
I know . I know . But I don ' t want any worms .
Ha ! Ha ! If you don ' t make an effort now , later on it ' ll be a lot tougher for you .
Really ? Wow , it is great .
We try to get everyone in the upper management team a nice office .
I suppose so . It's great .
I'm glad you like it .
Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ?
Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room .
Where is the break room ?
It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right .
Got it .
You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you .
Thank you .
Two hamburgers and French fries .
Is there anything else ?
Give me two cokes also , please .
Is this to go or to eat here ?
We'll eat here .
Here you are . That's eight fifty .
And can I have some ketchup , please ?
It's on the service counter over there .
You can catch the 486 .
That bus goes all the way to LA ?
I believe so .
Is the bus ride long ?
It only takes 45 minutes to an hour .
That's all ?
It's a pretty short trip .
Is there always a lot of people on that bus ?
It only gets crowded once it gets to LA .
Oh okay , thank you .
No problem .
It's a little early for those , isn't it ? I still have eight months to go ...
Believe me , the time will fly by ! Before you know it , you'll be changing diapers ! You have to start preparing !
I thought we could turn the upstairs study into a baby room . What do you think about lavender ?
I'll be back tomorrow with my work clothes and a gallon of lavender paint ! You just sit back and relax !
I see .
He prefers suits to jackets .
Judge from his look , he's a very serious person .
As a matter of fact , he is .
What's that ?
How many planets are there in the solar system ?
That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nice .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Oh really ? Is he all right ?
Not so good , though his nephew took him to hospital in time .
Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry .
It sure is . The Grand Canyon is truly masterpiece . No man could ever make anything like this .
What is that below ?
It is the Colorado River . You will go down the river in a boat if you wish .
No , thank you . It looks a bit too dangerous for me .
There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp .
Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air .
It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city .
You are so romantic , my sweetheart .
Go along this street to the traffic lights .
To the traffic lights ?
That's right , and turn left at the lights .
Left at the lights ?
And then right at the bridge .
Right at the bridge ?
Yes . The gas station is on the left . And you can't miss it .
Hello , Helen , have you heard the news ? There ' s been a horrible accident .
Oh , no ! What happened ?
Hilda Harris husband , Henry had an accident on his way home from work .
How awful ! Was he hurt ?
Yes . He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance .
How did it happen ?
His car was hit by an express train . It happened at the crossing just behind his house .
How horrible !
He ' s having an operation in the hospital now . Poor Hilda ! You can imagine how unhappy she is .
I hope he ' ll be all right .
I hope so , too .
Still , you should not let down your guard . Some details should be paid attention to .
At this moment you can thank the interviewer again for the opportunity of the interview .
You can also ask the interviewer about your performance today .
Don't forget to ask when you can receive a reply .
And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary .
You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently .
You can ask questions about the position you are applying for .
In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get .
Of course .
Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave .
Besides , remember to make acknowledgments through an E-mail or a call .
We've taken on a civil engineer on a nine-month temporary contract . He'll oversee the whole project . In fact we're having a project meeting at 3 p . m this afternoon allocate responsibilities and finalise the time schedule . Why don't you join us ?
I can ' t I'm afraid . I've got another meeting scheduled for 2:30 p . m .
Yes , are you ?
Yeah , but what day are the elections ?
You don ' t know what day the elections are ?
That ' s why I ' m asking you .
They ' re this coming Tuesday .
Really ?
Yes , I ' m serious .
Good thing you told me .
I can ' t believe you didn ' t know when the elections were .
It slipped my mind .
You should watch the news more often .
As I said , I am diligent and industrious . On the other hand , I am too hard-working and I put myself under much pressure to make things perfect .
What is your problem in working ?
I am too introverted to let others become my friends .
Thank you .
Here is a gift for you . I hope you like it .
What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love this ?
I had my own ways of finding out . It's a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you don't believe it , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you . Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK , let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next let's sing ' Happy Birthday ' to Mary .
It is very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
I'm sorry . Every customer coming here must do the warm-up exercise before getting down to swimming . That's out regulation .
Yeah , I see . You are just doing your job . But I wanna know what the advantages it has .
OK , lovely boy . Try to be patient . Do you know the danger of swimming without warm-up ?
As far as I know , people will be weak if they swim too long .
That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming .
Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ?
Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that .
Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ?
Of course , all the workers here are able to swim , and they will come to your aid quickly .
Well . Let ' s go swimming .
Don ' t you think it ' s a bit cold for that ?
Then why don ' t we go for a walk in the hills . It ' d be very good for us you know .
What ' s the problem ?
A pipe burst in my wall .
Is the pipe causing any water damage ?
The water is causing mildew .
I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow .
Can I just call someone myself to fix it ?
I don ' t think that would be a good idea .
You won ' t do it until tomorrow .
I guess you have a point .
So , I can call someone to fix it ?
Go right ahead .
We go way back . We ' Ve known each other since we were toddlers .
Really ? You guys must be really tight .
Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still .
He seems sincere , and trustworthy .
Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times .
What do you mean ?
Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back . But I've seen him double cross other people .
Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that .
Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time .
So , can I trust him or what ?
Well , I think you should decide for yourself .
But I need someone that I can count on for this job .
Okay , Okay . You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time .
Come on you're confusing me . Give it to me straight .
Actually , he's the most dependable person I know , and he would never turn on anyone .
Next week .
Wow , so soon ! I'm going to miss you .
No , it's the Japanese team .
Japanese teams always play a dark horse .
Well , their team work is well worth learning .
I usually ride my bike . Which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle , but when I feel lazy , I drive my car .
I think we should discourage people from using their private cars . They produce too much pollution !
I agree , but I would find it difficult to stop using my car . It's just so convenient .
Cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment .
Do you have a car ?
No . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it .
Maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it .
You could try . It would save you a lot of money .
That's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs .
If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too !
I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere !
Let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price .
Sounds good ! Let's go !
I'd like to pay this cash into my account please . I usually do it at the machine , but the queue is very long today .
Yes , I'm sorry about that . One of our Atms is down and we are waiting for it to be repaired , but it should be up and running again very soon .
I see . Here's my Bank Book .
You need to fill out the deposit slip as well . Here you go , Madam .
Thanks .
Of course , what can I do for you ?
Well , I hate to have to say this , but I'm not happy with my room .
Oh , what exactly is problem ?
Well , the traffic is very loud . I got no sleep last night .
Oh , I'm so sorry , Sir . I'll see what I can do about that .
I just have some cereal each morning .
You're supposed to always have a hearty breakfast .
I don't always have time to make breakfast .
It's easy to make a quick breakfast .
What do you have for breakfast ?
When I need to make a quick breakfast , I just make some oatmeal , toast , and OJ .
That's a good idea .
It's not time consuming at all .
It doesn't take much time to make ?
Would you like me to make something ?
Why don't you make me some oatmeal and toast ?
I thought it would be a good idea to get a check-up .
Yes , well you haven ' t had one for ... five years . You should have one every year .
I know . I figure as long as there ' s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Good ! They have expanded and are doing better than they were last quarter . It's nice to see some improvement for a change .
Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months ?
Yes , especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan . The only problem is , they may have trouble when they go to open up business here .
Why would you say that ?
They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for .
I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable .
Have you ever been to Japan ?
Sure ! I just got back yesterday . I'm still suffering from jet lag .
No problem , what class would you like to take ?
I would very much enjoy taking a Psychology class . Because I'm crazy .
There are two classes that are still open .
Which days are these classes on ?
The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three .
What about the other class ?
The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 .
Are you sure there are no more open classes ?
I'm positive .
Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday .
Okay , I'll sign you up .
I want a chemise .
You have really good taste . It's the best seller right now .
Could I try it on ?
Sure .
Well . It's not my taste . Would you please bring me a short sleeve ?
What ? You have been in love for six years , haven ' t you ?
Don ' t make a fuss . Many people divorce after having living together for many years .
What a pity .
Certainly . Let me see . Oh , it's on that self .
It's too high . I can't reach it . Could you help me ?
Of course . Here you are .
Thank you very much .
OK . Where should we go ?
Why don't we go down to the pool ? It's not too far from here .
Fine . I'll be ready in a minute .
Well , let me see . Now it's 11:00 sharp . It's a long way to go . If I take the shortest route , we may come across a traffic jam . If I take a less heavy route , it will save us 10 or more minutes , but you'll have to pay more . Which do you prefer ?
Are you sure that I can get there in time if we take the less heavy route ?
Generally speaking , we can if we go at this speed and nothing unexpected happens .
How much more do I have to pay ?
Compared to the shortest route , you may pay around 5 Euro more .
That's acceptable . No one wants to miss a train .
OK ... Here we are . We'll turn left at this cross . To go straight ahead is the shortest route .
Thank you !
It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months .
How in the world did you get a copy ? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn .
I checked it out of the rental library . It only costs five cents a day .
Is it really worth paying for ?
I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter .
If it's any good , I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition .
I know . But my life seems super stressful . I really don ' t know how to get a better grab on things .
I think as long as you try your best and don ' t think of anything too much , everything will be all right .
Thank you . And a merry Christmas to you !
Yes , I did , Ms . Chen .
That's strange . I have Mr . Lin on the phone right now , and he says that he didn't receive any email from us yesterday . Are you sure you sent it ?
I'm positive , Ms . Chen .
No , not really . Why do you ask ?
Because I want to tell you about the time that I saw a ghost .
You saw a ghost ? When ?
It was many years ago , when I was a little child . It was the middle of the night , and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen . I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs , when ...
So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ?
It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ...
So what did you do ?
I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ...
Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ?
It moved slowly up the stairs , step by step , and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs , I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas . He had gone to get a late night snack .
Sorry to hear that . Could you tell me what were in your purse ?
My mobile phone , passport and some cash .
When did you come to America ?
Just a couple of days ago .
Could you recall when and where you lost it ?
I have no idea .
OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ?
That is my friend Tim who lives nearby .
OK . We will contact you as soon as we have any clues .
I haven't made up my mind . Maybe I will go to the US . What about you ?
I am going on a hiking trip . It's good exercise as well as fun .
I think so .
So why not come and join us ? Lee will come as well .
That's great . I will go hiking with you .
Of course , Mr . Kramer . How are things going these days ?
Better than ever ! You won ' t have to worry about " finding " extra money for me anymore ! We made nearly a quarter of million in profit last year !
Congratulations ! I ' m really glad to hear it ! That should make balancing the books a lot easier !
Because the job I am doing in my present company is of no challenge , but I like challenge . Your firm is a young organisation with many innovative ideas . It has been very successful in an expanding market since its establishment 10 years ago . Working for you would be exactly the sort of challenge I am looking for .
Why do you think you are qualified for this position ?
I have excellent communication skills and I am familiar with the procedures for the last company I worked for . Besides , I am a team player and have great interpersonal skills .
To tell you the truth , I don't think much of them .
You're becoming a real television watcher .
A lot of people feel the same way .
That's great ! You need to prepare for it .
How ?
Get your hair done at a good hair saloon . Tell them you are going for a job interview .
Okay .
Buy an expensive suit .
How expensive ?
The more expensive , the better .
I can ' t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ?
That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company .
How ?
If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine .
Is a white blouse okay ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes .
Black ?
Black is good .
White pantyhose ?
No . Dark or skin colored .
Jewelry ?
Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ' t wear too many pieces of jewelry .
How about make up ?
Not much make up .
Perfume ?
Yes , some . But be aware that different people may like different scents .
I need to speak with David Lin .
He's out of his office .
Thank you , I'll try again later .
I'm trying to choose a gift .
Did you have anything particular in mind ?
No , but I'd like to get something typical in this region .
Well , we have some handmade products . Let me show you some .
They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive .
About how much were you planning to spend ?
No more than one hundred yuan .
Oh , in that case . This one is OK .
Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ?
OK . Wait for a moment , please .
Not quite yet .
How far away is it ?
It's still very far away .
How many miles to go ?
We're getting close .
Will we be there soon ?
Here we are .
Where's the hotel ?
It is in front of you .
I see that . That was a nice ride .
I'm glad to hear it .
White , please
Look ! there's a Folk concert tomorrow evening . Do you Want to go ?
I don't like Folk music very much .
What kind of music do you like ?
I like classical music . Do you ?
Not very much . Classical music sends me to sleep
I don't believe you .
It ' s true .
You are funny !
So are you ! How about another coffee ?
Yes . Here you are .
OK . They will be ready by 7:00
By the way , please have these suits pressed .
Of course , sir . We will press all the clothes when they are cleaned .
You really do a good job .
Well , I got $ 3,000 per month .
I see . I am sure we can offer you $ 3 , 500 at the beginning . Would that be satisfactory ?
Yes , I think so . That would be more than I have wished .
Good . We also have health insurance , bonus and paid vacation . When can you begin to work ?
What about early next week ?
Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes .
Yes , sir .
Surely , I do . It's hard to come by , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
Can you get it ?
You can be assured of it .
It's picture association of the concept that the professor taught today .
Does that actually work for you ?
I don't really know for sure yet . I'll tell you after the test on Friday .
I like to use shorthand note taking .
I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff .
Hmm . I never thought about it that way .
One time I tried just listening , no notes , no pictures . I think I really learned more that day .
Yes , it's one of the main air pollutants . Factories don't emit it directly into the air . It's actually formed when nitrogen oxides and VOC emissions come into contact with heat and sunlight .
Sorry ? What does VOC stand for ?
Oh , Vous are ' volatile organic compounds ' . That's a technical term for solvents or other chemicals found in things like paint .
So , what damage does ozone do to the environment ?
Well , it can cause smog , which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties .
I have an idea .
What is it ?
You just turn a deaf ear when she talks .
Autumn . Autumn is the best season in Beijing .
I like autumn , too . Where I'm from , Autumn is the best time of year .
No , it is the original one .
This is silver gray , while I remember your handset was black .
I have changed a case for it .
Can a handset case be changed ?
Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it .
How many cases are accessible ?
There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all .
It's really going to be fresh all the time .
No , thank you . I'm just looking . Maybe later I might need your help .
I hope you will ! Take your time . We have a lot more upstairs .
Oh , you do ? You certainly have a large selection .
Maybe that's why some young chaps often spend a whole afternoon in a coffee bar , surfing the net or just typewriting something with laptop . While they are savoring a coffee at a leisured pace , they are actually showing off !
Yes . Behind a lifestyle , there is a culture . Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life . While they may not really like coffee , they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish with money in those high-consumption places .
Then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people .
Well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit teahouses to associate with others , playing chess , chatting , or simply listening to operas .
What a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted by Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spending power either . Teahouses of today all feature a cozy , comfortable environment , and high-quality services , but can easily cost you a good deal -- just like a coffee bar .
Well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
Could you fill me in on the details for buying foreign currency ?
Of course . Where are you planning to travel to ?
Kula Lumpur , in Malaysia .
That's fine . If you are travelling outside of Mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao we need to follow the SAFE rules . This means that you can exchange 2,000 USD or equivalent .
That sounds fine . I'll bring in my passport and everything tomorrow . Thanks .
Sounds good . What should we see ?
How about that European movie ?
You mean the one starring John Travolta ?
Yeah , that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding .
Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday .
Okay , see you then .
Well , I think you'll like the mangoes .
I've never had a mango .
It's a fruit . It has a big stone in it .
Can you eat the stone ?
No . You would break all your teeth on it .
How much are these mangoes ?
The sale price today is $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside .
What country produces them ?
They come from tropical countries .
I don't know , sir . What's the number of your car ?
It's LF 312 G .
When did you bring it to us ?
I bought it here three days ago .
Ah yes , I remember now .
Have your mechanics finished yet ?
No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it . Isn ' t that your car ?
Well , it was my car .
Didn't you have a crash ?
That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ?
Well , they're trying to repair it , sir . But to tell you the truth , you need a new car .
You look lost . Can I help you ?
Aren't you the guy who sat in front of me in our homeroom ?
Yeah . I'm Brad .
I'm Mary . I can't find my American literature class .
What room is it ?
It's 112 .
It's on the first floor by the nurse's office .
Thanks a lot , Brad . I've got to go before the bell rings .
I'm afraid I can't . Parking is not allowed here .
Oh , that's too bad , Where can you park around here ?
There is a square in front of us . We can park the car there .
Is a shop there ?
I'm not sure , you know I'm not familiar with the city , too .
It's easy grandpa . Insert you card into the machine here . Then wait a moment . Ok . Now you enter your PIN . It should have four numbers .
Oh yes . I've got it written down here . Just a minute .
You really shouldn ' t write it down . You should memorize it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
Ok , I've entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the keys , right ?
That's right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren't very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Yes . All international ping-pong tournaments have become a demonstration of Chinese supremacy in the sport .
Do you know any secrets to China's success ?
In the first place , I think the whole nation is just fond of the game . It is well grounded with the mass . With huge numbers of people playing ping-pong , we can always spot a handful of potential world champions .
So , the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership .
Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules .
For example ?
They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other .
Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights !
Well , ping-pong is our national sport , and we just have to keep winning one honor after another . That's why many people think such rules acceptable . After all , they are funded out of taxpayers'money .
Sure . If you get on this road and turn left at the second intersection , you'll see it on your right-hand side .
Thank you so much for your assistance !
You are welcome .
No , I don't . Please .
I wonder whether I can enjoy the life insurance and health insurance .
Of course . And 2 - week paid vacation a year , a 5 - day work week .
Yes , it's my new business phone . Do you like it ?
It's very impressive . Can you use the Internet on your phone ?
Yes , it's got wireless Internet access .
That's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ?
Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ?
No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go .
Yes , I guess I should try to use it .
Sure , sir . But can I suggest a cup of warm water instead , I think it may help settle your stomach down .
Fine , please .
You can find an airsick bag in the seat pocket in front of you .
Thank you very much for your kindness .
You are welcome . I'll be back with the warm water in a minute .
What's that ?
The stone is a prehistoric log . It was turned to stone millions of years ago .
Really ? It's unbelievable .
But it's the truth .
Do you have Ginkgo trees here ?
We don't have them here , I'm afraid . Ginkgo trees grow well only in cold weather .
What are these trees opposite to the pine trees ?
They are poplar trees . They are widely used in our lives .
I think I know that .
Oh , okay . I can get it back when I move out , right ?
Yes , assuming there's been no damage to the apartment . Before you move in , you can make a list of any marks , scratches , and so forth that are already there .
All right . Here's the lease and the check for the deposit .
Great . You can move in next Monday . Your first month's rent is due then .
Oh , what does it say ? Does it say water could still exist under the surface of Mars ?
Absolutely ! It says there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface . It's just a matter of how deep it is .
Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to Groh simple plants ?
The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything . And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation .
Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ?
I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs .
One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ?
Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4 . 5 billion years ago .
But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans .
I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know .
I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there .
But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness , food storage , and a series of physiological effects .
I want to see you play . Be quick !
Don ' t chicken out ! Come on !
Why are you considering trying for it ?
I think that I might like it , but I am still thinking about it .
What is it about this job that appeals to you ?
I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved .
Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider .
I am also wondering about the pay .
Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ?
I am thinking that might be the case .
I think you should give it a shot . What do you have to lose ? You can always change your mind .
I'd like to buy a new mobile phone please .
Ok , would you like a phone with camera and MP3 player ?
Yes please . And I ' d like to be able to make video calls too .
I am , sir .
Your duty is to keep a check on those prisoners from now on .
Yes , sir .
It is true . I think we should change some policies .
Right . Like our LPF program . The mortgage size is linked with the amount of savings households have accumulated on their LPF accounts .
Indeed , it's unfair . Households with higher salaries receive larger LPF contributions and thus qualify for larger loans . Lower-income households , on the other hand , can only get smaller loans , or perhaps nothing if they could not afford to purchase any housing .
Like you and me !
Not if you pay for it . For example , if you download from iTunes and pay with your credit card , it's legal .
OK , I'm going to get iTunes and download some Vanilla Ice songs .
Awesome . You'll see that they are really catchy .
Sorry , I'm not really that interested in those things .
They are very nice , you know .
Really ?
And not expensive either .
Oh . I don't care about that .
Everybody's buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they are very fashionable , you see .
I'm afraid I'm not interested in fashion . There are so many other really important things in the world .
It ' s an article about language . It talks about the idea of having a single global language .
It seems that English already is the main global language . Does the article suggest that there should be an artificial language like Esperanto as the world language .
Actually , it suggest English . The main argument is that English is already being studied as a second language in most countries-china , India , mexico , Nigeria , Pakistan , and japan . So beginning again with a language like Esperanto would be wasteful . The second argument is that English is used in modern technology far more that any other language . Most emails are sent in English and the vast majority of website use English .
Does the article say anything about other language ? How will they survive in an English-speaking world ?
The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language .
Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ' t suddenly going to stop using those languages .
Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers .
In that case , I shall continue to learning a few basic phrases in other languages .
He must be an experienced accountant .
You said it . Let ' s ask him to work in our bank .
Great minds think alike .
That ' s understandable . Every kid likes new clothes .
It was not just that . I didn ' t like them because they never fitted me .
Yes , I'd like to look at some suits .
Oh , this way please . What size do you wear ?
Size 41 . I want something in dark flannel .
How about this one ?
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ?
All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ?
It looks good . But can I try it on ?
Of course . Let me help you .
Thanks . It ' s comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ?
$ 280 .
Ok . I'll take it . Here ' s the money .
You look a bit pale , don't you ?
Yes , I can't sleep well every night .
You should get plenty of sleep .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
Sure , Liv , what can I do for you ?
Well , I was just wondering . . . you see , I know I ' Ve used up all my vacation days this year , but my sister is getting married , and the wedding is overseas , and , well . . .
You wanna take some time off , is that right ?
Well , sir , I was just hoping that I might be able to take some unpaid leave this year .
What dates are you planning on taking off ? I ' ll need at least two months notice , so that I can plan for your absence .
I was thinking of taking off from September first until the thirtieth . Would you be okay with that ?
Well , I guess so .
What would you like to know , Mr . Green ?
What working experience have you got ?
In 2004 , I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou . I started a sales representative . A year later , I was promoted to the position of sales manager . I had that job ever since , which is just over a year now .
Oh , good . Irene , can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant ? Don't you like your present job ?
Frankly , some part of it I enjoy very much , but I prefer something more professional . It happens that I have a friend working here in this company . She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant . I felt very excited at this news . That's why I'm here .
Can you break a 100 dollar bill ?
Oh , you don't have anything smaller ?
No , I'm sorry . That's all I have . Unless you take a credit card .
Oh , sure . Credit card is fine .
Yes . I have been with ABC Insurance Company for four years , and before that , I worked with the Pacific surveyor company as claim officer .
Could you tell me the usual procedures to handle such a case ?
Yes , on the shipper's side , when the cargos arrives , all relevant documents will be forwarded to the consignee . Among other things , this party has to check carefully the content of the packing list and weight list . When cargos are found to be damaged of short landed , this party has to call for a joint survey by representatives of the shipping company and the insurance agent . Based on the survey report , they will lodge a clam for compensation .
If you act as our representative what would you do to safeguard our interest ?
I think , first of all , I would ask the consignee to produce survey report on loading , if they can't produce that I would suggest them to refer the case to their shipper . Meanwhile , bad weather could be agood excuse to refuse the responsibility .
Are you able to operate the telex ?
Yes , I used to dispatch telex to shippers and the consignee to inform them of changes of our schedule and other information .
Now can you tell me if you have a good command of both written and spoken English ?
When I was college , I passed Band Six of College English Test . All the foreign business men I've dealt with say my English is quite good .
If you are selected for the position , you must prepare to travel overseas frequently .
No problem , I love it . Thank you for granting me the interview .
I've got a terrible pain in my stomach , Doctor .
I see . When did it start ?
It started yesterday . I didn't eat any supper .
Have you got a temperature ?
I think so . I feel very hot .
Let's see . Yes . You ' Ve got quite a high temperature .
I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts .
Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu .
Is it serious ?
No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine .
How often must I take it ?
Three times a day after meals .
Thank you , Doctor . Goodbye .
Hello . I'm here today to pay in some foreign currency . Is that possible at this counter ?
Of course , Sir . What kind of currency would you like to deposit ? And what is the amount you would like to pay in ?
10,000 Japanese yen .
OK , Sir . Would that be Fixed or Current Deposit ?
Fixed .
And how long are you depositing for ?
For one year , that's what I usually do . Better interest , you know .
Are you kidding ? It ' s summer .
Wow ! It's a fruit sculpture ! Your chef is a real artist !
Actually , uh , I made it myself ...
You did ? Wow ! Where did you learn ... ?
Sorry , but I've gotta run . Enjoy your food , and ring the service button if you need anything else !
it's furnished two bedroom flat in a three-story building on campus .
what is it like living in on-campus housing ?
it's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it .
did you have to pay a deposit ?
no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
how long is your contract for ?
that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
have you started looking again yet ?
not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
How do you like this waltz ?
It's very nice .
May I ask you for a dance ?
Certainly .
You are doing the waltz wonderfully well .
Thanks . I'm glad you say so . Oh , the music has stopped .
Er ... Hum ... Got it .
Then open that window . Yeah , that one .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
I'm here , hello .
Which city are you staying in right now ? And the name of your hotel ?
I'm in Beijing , at the Weston Hotel .
Do you have your passport with you ? Or do you by any chance know the number ?
I don't have it to hand , but I know the number . It's 16211469 9 . Can you do anything , like stop the card for example ?
Let me repeat that back to you , 16211469 9 . That's just what I've done , Mr Kowalski , I've stopped your card temporarily .
But , what do I do if I need cash ?
You can go to any branch of IBA and request the Emergency Assistance Service . Everything will be taken care of , there's no need to worry .
Thank you so much . I'll find the nearest branch and come in tomorrow . Thanks again for all of your help .
You can say that again .
Thanks very much .
You really shouldn't be lifting this by yourself .
I know , but there was nobody else .
Yes , that ' s right . After graduating from high school in New York I attended York University in the UK . My major was English , and my minor was business studies . I completed my BA in 2004 .
Yes , I ' m pleased to see that you also got a distinction .
Yes that ' s right . I ' Ve always enjoyed studying . My friends say I ' m a bit of a bookworm , but my father always pushed us to succeed school .
Well , it looks like his encouragement paid off Rebecca . So how about extracurricular activities at University ?
Well I ' Ve always been keen on writing , so I became the editor for the University student newspaper , which I really loved . Also I volunteered for a group called Shelter , to help the homeless in York .
What did that involve ?
Providing warm meals and shelter , especially in the winter months . I found it really fulfilling to be part of that group .
I ' m sure . Okay , now let ' s move on to your work experience , shall we ?
Yes , okay .
I'm a student .
Which school are you studying at ?
Tsinghua University .
I scheduled a delivery for tomorrow .
Is there a problem ?
I would like to reschedule .
That shouldn't be a problem .
Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
Yes , will that be possible ?
What time would you like us to deliver it ?
Is 2:30 Okay ?
Your delivery has been confirmed .
Thank you , and I'm sorry for the change of plans .
No , thank you . I don't like soup . I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with .
Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have fish or meat ?
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Hello ? Can you help me ? My computer ! Oh man ...
It ' s okay sir , calm down . What happened ?
I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
What are the movies that are playing ?
There's an action movie with Harrison Ford and a chick flick with Susan Abandon .
I've never seen a movie I don't like that had Harrison Ford in it .
So , is that a yes ?
Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ?
It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main .
Great ! I have a coupon for free popcorn at that theater !
I don ' t know . I didn ' t really feel like going out . I guess I ' m feeling a little homesick .
Come on . We ' Ve been through this already ! Look , I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here , but we agreed that you were gonna try and deal with it .
I was . It ' s just that the holidays are coming up and I won ' t be able to home because I can ' t afford the airfare . I ' m just longing for some of the comforts of home , like my mom ' s cooking and being around my family .
Yeah , it can get pretty lonely over the holidays . When I first got here , I ' d get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home . I almost let it get to me , but then I started going out , keeping myself busy and before I knew it , I was used to to it .
I see what you mean , but I ' m still bummed out .
OK . how does this sound . let ' s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there !
You know , I could really go for that . You don ' t mind being my wingman for tonight ?
Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ' night out ... well kinda ...
Great ! I must warn you though , whatever happens , don ' t let me go on a drinking binge . Trust me , it ' s not a pretty picture !
Yes , but it's not so appetizing .
Have you thought about another job ?
That's what's hanging on my mind recently .
Yes . I want to make a remittance to New Delhi .
Do you want an international money order or a banker's draft ?
I'd like a banker's draft please . It's not really urgent .
You know I hate shopping more than anything else in this world .
I know . But we could get some exercise in , and we could get some errands run , too . Window-shopping won ' t cost you anything .
What kind of errands do we need to run ?
Well , we could go to the newsagent's to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher's to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist's to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I'll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
Fine , we'll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
Sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We're only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
Ok , let's go then !
Do you have any money ?
For what ?
For our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
You said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
Yes , May I help you ?
This is the room 1425 , we asked for the room service an hour ago .
we are very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience .
What's the matter ?
We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes
Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ?
I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most .
ha , well , we have no choice .
Yes . I dare say it will be .
It will be Sunday so I expected everything will be closed .
No . I don ' t think that ' s possible . Some places are sure to be open .
But the bank should be closed so we shouldn't to be able to get any money .
Mmm , you may be right .
Do you think we ' ll need our overcoats ?
No . We couldn ' t possibly .
Why not ?
It will be summer . So it will be hot .
Is that very likely in England ?
Yes . It could happen .
What time are you leaving ?
I'm going to try to leave by ten .
Take care and give my best to your parents .
Good-bye . Hope to see you soon again next year .
Don't forget to call us if you're in Tokyo .
Excuse me . I will go to Wangfujing , where should I get off ?
There are another six stops .
We are arriving at Tiananmen . Please get ready for your arrival .
Is it Wangfujing ?
No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing .
OK .
Please get ready .
Thank you .
We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready .
Is this where I get off ?
Yes .
OK . I am coming .
Is it gonna to rain tomorrow ?
I have checked the weather report . It says it will be cloudy , but no rain .
Just take my umbrella in case of rain .
Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food .
Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain .
Me , too , haha .
Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand .
All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office .
It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair .
OK , after we finish our preparation , we'll go to the supermarket .
I'd like to buy a watch .
Well , you've come to the right place . What kind of watch are you looking for ?
Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ?
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
Look into the mirror and see if it'll do .
That's all right . Thank you .
Welcome here again .
What do you need ?
I haven't been able to watch my cable for the past week .
Right now the cable isn't working .
Could you tell me when it will be back on ?
The cable should be running again in a couple of days .
In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience .
Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ?
It'll be free until it comes back on .
Thanks , I appreciate your help .
Thank you for all your patience .
Yes . I found a very good job down here .
Well , we'll certainly miss you here .
I am going to miss you , too .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I will write to you as soon as I get there .
I'm feeling very sad . I just read the newspaper .
What's the news ?
According to the newspaper , the town was razed by an earthquake and more than 10 thousand people died in the earthquake .
It's horrible .
Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area .
Yes . How about donating some money ?
It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ?
Just find the answer through Internet .
Yes , let's do it now .
Do you have stocks or a title deed of a house to pledge as security ?
No . I should be grateful if you could see your way to make an advance against my personal reputation . You may inspect my accounts . From my accounts you can see that I've promptly met all my obligations .
We do not allow any request for a loan against personal security . This is a common regulation . But we may consider it if you can provide a reliable guarantor .
Yes , I can . You know Mr . Macready , the famous car dealer here in New York . He agreed to act as my guarantor of a loan in the sum of US $ l0 , 000 until the end of this year .
Good . He is a man of high standing . I think we can grant the loan you need after some further discussion . But I suggest you borrow on overdraft instead of on loan .
Yeah , the government really takes a bit , doesn't it ?
Seriously . The only tax I don't mind them taking is social security . It's only a few dollars every paycheck .
Yeah , I don't mind it either . We ' ll both end up rich slobs and not need it , but what if we do , you know ?
Yeah . It won't be much , but at least we ' ll have a monthly check when we get old .
Yeah , my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive .
Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it .
Really ? No , they couldn't . None of them would have jobs if they did .
Elvin Dixon . Who are you ?
I'm Mary . I want to say I really admire the software you're designed .
Easy stuff . But thanks . And the admiration is mutual .
It is ?
You're selling invoking subscriptions like nobody's business . And we don't even have a working demo yet .
I can't take the credit for that . I'm just Zina's assistant . She's the pro .
Yes , she is my favorite girl . I've decided to go steady with her .
Are you sure she is the right girl ?
Sure . She is the ideal girl , the one I had dreamed of .
What type of girl is she ?
She is the mature , stable , feminine type . I hope one day I can marry her .
Oh , that's great . You're serious this time .
No , we're not . We've been drifting apart for a while .
But you two used to do everything together . I thought you really enjoyed each other's company .
We did , but since she started her new job , all she does is hang out with her new friends from work .
Can't you hang out with them , too ?
I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out .
Maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you .
I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her .
It can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you .
You're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore .
She's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend .
I've given her enough time . I'm over it now .
I still think you two should try to patch things up .
I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways .
I've always liked to draw and paint .
I didn't know you knew how to draw and paint .
I do it every once in a while .
How long have you known how to do that ?
I first learned how to do it in high school .
Did you take some sort of art class or something ?
That was my favorite class .
You have got to be talented .
Thanks .
If only I was talented .
You have a talent . You just don't know what it is yet .
To cancel your reservation , I need your name , phone number , and date of trip , please .
Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 . My reservation begins on the second Monday of April .
I see your reservation on my computer . Let me just cancel it , and you'll be all set !
Thanks . I'll call again when things get better at home .
You're welcome .
Yes , could you please put me in the non-smoking section ?
Would you like a window seat ?
Yes , if any one is available . But not over the wing .
I am sorry , there is no window seat in the non-smoking room .
It doesn't matter , I will take an aisle seat .
I need to know about the fees .
What kind of fees ?
I ' m asking about overdraft fees .
You have to pay a small fee every time you overdraft .
What ' s the fee ?
The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft .
How is that a small fee ?
That fee should keep you from overdrafting .
I ' ll say .
Do you have any more questions ?
I don ' t need to know anything else . Thank you .
How did I do ?
Not so good . Lots of complains .
Really ? I thought I was doing well .
Your performance so far is not quite in line with what we expect for our executives . I hope I ' Ve made my point .
Yes . To be frank , I really love him to death .
You are so lucky .
Why do you say that ?
Why ? Are you kidding me ? A guy like that is hard to find . Few boys are so caring , so patient , and did I mention he is hottie ?
You really think so ?
Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ' s head over heels in love with you , too .
I sure hope so .
Oh ... I mostly just like to listen . You're the groom . Why don't you go first ?
OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys !
How about As Long as You Love Me ? You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
I'm sick of it , too .
The door bell doesn't work , there's no hot water , and the building is falling apart .
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we couldn't put up with it , and would have moved out .
Sure .
Yes . Is this your new product this year ?
Yes . It's a prototype of our new product . It has got more advantages than the second did .
When is the product going to be on the market ?
It will be released next month .
So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages .
We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold .
Well , it's sounding good ! I'm looking forward to that .
What for ?
I'm thinking about that idea we talked about .
Do you think it'll work ?
I'm not sure .
That's quite all right .
Oh dear , I forgot to bring it .
Not too worry , so tell me about yourself .
The pleasure is mine . Happy birthday and many happy returns of the day !
Thank you , Jack . To be frank , I'd rather forget my birthday .
Don't be silly .
I think I've caught a cold . Now I'm aching all over .
You'd better take some medicine and have a good rest . I hope you'll be yourself pretty soon .
Thank you . I suppose I should go to see a doctor .
No problem . What ' s wrong ?
A pipe in my apartment is leaking .
Where is the pipe ?
The pipe is in my bathroom .
Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ?
The pipe has been leaking for a couple days .
You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ?
Yes , I ' m aware of that .
Is that all right ?
I just need the problem fixed .
I ' ll get started on it now .
Of course , how can I help you ?
I want to know if I am doing OK .
Let's pull out your scores so far . Do you think you are doing OK ?
I am afraid that I might not be doing all that well .
I'm seeing that you are doing OK in some areas , but not so well in others .
I think I could take better notes and read a little more .
You can greatly improve your grades by always reflecting on what you can improve on .
I'm working on it !
Just do your best and I am sure that you will see improvement .
I don't know why I cannot take a step forward .
You are meeting trouble halfway , I guess .
Many things are troubling me . I don't know whether I should come and go .
That's where the shoe pinches .
Of course not , go ahead .
Maybe you should try to quit smoking . You know it is very bad for your health .
Well , sure it is . Actually , I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago . I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day . Now I limit it to 6 cigarettes a day .
You have made a big progress . Quitting smoking is not an easy job . But it will be rewarding in the long run .
Thank you for your suggestion .
You ' re welcome .
Hi , good morning , you are so early today .
Yes , traffic wasn't much today , so I made it to the office earlier .
I see . How long does it take you to reach the office every day ?
Well , about an hour or so .
Wow , that ' s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ?
No . I take public transportation . It's safer .
You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle .
Well , both have advantages and disadvantages .
It ' s nice to go home earlier once in a while . But it ' s the evening rush .
It ' s hard to commute a long way .
Sure it is . I really hate to get caught in a traffic jam .
I was playing a joke on you .
That ' s too much .
Dear , forgive me . I won ' t do that again .
Me neither ! Would you like to go in and buy her a gift together ?
Yes , that would be good !
We need to think about what she might like . What are her interests ?
If I remember right , she likes music , skiing , and reading .
You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ?
Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are .
Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert .
Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now .
Good ! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift .
Yes , I've watched the finale for the ' Super Girl ' . The producer is very smart to copy the program from the US , which is quite fresh and eye-catching for mainland audiences .
Yeah , and they know exactly what the audiences have in mind . Everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up the social ladder all the way to the highest in society .
That ' s why the program has attracted so many star-wanna-bes .
But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days . There's no such program on this year .
Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal .
No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite .
And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' .
The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' .
I think producers are underestimating the audience . They should think of better ways to entertain the general public .
What are you reading ?
I'm reading about Michael Milliken , the Bond King .
Didn't he sell worthless stocks to people or something ? He got arrested for that , didn't he ?
He got arrested all right .
If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison .
Yup , that's him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless .
I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He's still a millionaire .
That's the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail .
I know . And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years .
Yup , you got it . Criminals in America do a lot better if they're white-collar thieves .
So what's Michael Milliken up to these days ?
He's giving lectures on business at colleges .
Why do you need running shoes ? You aren't a runner .
But I exercise at the club . And I use the stepping machine . So I need good running shoes .
That's not the same . Maybe you want to buy running-shoe-style shoes , but not real running shoes .
What's the difference ?
There isn't much difference . But there is some difference . For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive . They have very lightweight materials . They ' re designed for serious runner
And what are running-shoe-style shoes ?
They look like running shoes . They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too . But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners . You can use them for exerce
But they aren't as light , right ?
That's right . If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe .
That's what I want . For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care .
But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money .
My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too .
Well , do what you like . There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though . You don't have to buy the most expensive .
I want the best . My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet .
Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ?
No , but she exercises more than me .
I really think you are stubborn about some things . But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes .
Here it is . This is what my sister has .
Yes , that's it . That's their top model .
I wonder if they have my size .
Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ?
Here in America , it's six .
Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars . Wow , what a waste of money !
It's none of your business . Let me try them on .
No problem . We can do it right now .
Are you buckled up ?
All right . Now what do I do ?
Start the car .
Which way do you want me to go ?
Take a left .
How far do you want me to go ?
I'll tell you when to stop .
Just make sure to tell me beforehand .
We're back now , so why don't you try parking ?
Well , that was fun . Let's do it again soon .
so do i . I don ' t like cats .
why ? I think cats are ok .
I can ' t bear being near cats . They don ' t seem to like me either .
I like wild animals . I don ' t like spiders and snakes . I think spiders and snakes are disgusting .
I ' m fond of snakes . I think they ' re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ' s because they have so many legs .
I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur .
I agree . I ' m carry about mice . I think they ' re so cute !
really ? I don ' t see the attraction . I ' m afraid of mice .
Yes , sir .
Will the bus pick up the tourists from hotels ?
Of course . You don't have to come here and we will drop you off at your hotel .
Woo , that's quite convenient .
Hi , I saw the sign outside says that you do all kinds of interior design .
Yes , we do . Do you have any specific needs ?
Well , I am thinking about redesigning my kitchen .
Do you prefer some specific style ?
Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design .
What kind of color tones do you like ?
Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright .
I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ?
I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing .
Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it .
No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ?
Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ?
Of course . This is my card . See you then .
Ok , on that day , boys usually give roses to the sweet hearts and girls give them chocolate to return .
So romantic . Young people must have lot of fun .
Yeah , that is the holiday is hot , isn't it ?
I'm going to work .
What time will you be home ?
Around 6 o'clock .
Yes , where do you want to go ?
The worker stadium .
This is the right bus .
Do you let me know where to get off ?
Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ' ll call out the stops .
Thank you .
I am the manager here . You can complain to me . How may I help you ?
Here is the thing . I was woke up by strange noises of the telephone several times last night . Even I unplugged it , it wouldn't stop beeping . I am also not satisfied with the housekeeping service in my room . So I want to change to a cleaner and quieter room .
I apologize for everything disturbing you . We will give another room to you right now . Please wait a moment .
Have you ever been to it before ?
Yes , lots of time . I was quite impressed by the wide variety of exhibitions they have .
Let's go . It sounds interesting .
I ' d like a half a pound of ground beef , please .
Good choice ! Our ground beef is extra lean , if you know what I mean .
Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ?
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Go to gate 18 . The plane is boarding now . You should hurry up .
Show me the fastest way to get there .
Instead of walking . you can take this shuttle to get you there faster .
Do you think the plane will leave without me ?
No , I'll call the attendants at the gate to tell them that you are on your way .
Thank you so much . I really appreciate that .
I'm trying to send the instruction book by E-mail , but I failed many , many times . And there is something wrong with the net maybe . It's so slow .
Well , maybe the net is slow now . Try it again .
I am used to editing with Word 2003 , and there are many pictures in the book .
It's beyond question . You can save it the same as a document .
I merely know how to send the direct letter . But I am not familiar with the attachment .
It's the same as usual . The only difference lies in that you need to paste the book as an attachment .
Can I mail the book if it is a large file ?
There are limitations to the capacity of an E-mail . Commonly it's no more than 4 MB .
What if it exceeds the capacity ?
You can divide it into several documents to mail . Or you can download the mentioned software from the warning .
Hi . It ' s a wonderful wedding , isn't it ?
Yes , It's very great .
Mary's father is a rich man , isn't he ?
You are right , Mary's father is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . I think he must spend much money .
Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ?
Yes . Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet .
Oh , I'll try to catch it .
If I hear Love Me Tender one more time , I think I'll go crazy !
He sounds like a sick cow !
Can we adjust the pitch a little ? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key .
I already tried that . Nothing seems to help .
Hey ! Where are you going ... ?
Coing out for a walk .
That movie's just a lot of noise , same as Simon .
Oh , what happened , Carole ?
I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get the class .
Yeah ! He is a nice guy . He is very helpful and always bends over backward to help those who are in need of help .
Can you introduce him to me ?
Sure .
Yes . I ' Ve been getting harassing calls recently . Can I have my phone number changed ?
Sure . What ' s your favorite number ?
How about 560 436 4040 .
I ' m sorry . This number has already been registered .
How about 560-436-8976 ?
This number is ok . It ' s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ?
As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ?
Sure .
Thanks .
I don't know why , but I think there's something wrong with my hands . I couldn't seem to be able to control it on the first ball .
I don't think it was the problem with your hands , you did several excellent spares . You have no problem with your hands .
Then why couldn't I get strike on the first ball ?
The problem is you are too nervous . You want to have a strike so much , so you deliver the ball too hard . And when it comes to the I second roll , there's no pressure . That's why you could bowl all those spares .
Really ? I will try again .
It ' s about an hour ' s drive .
I need to get there before ten . Can we make it ?
I can ' t promise , but I ' ll do my best .
It ' s nice to meet you , too , Ms . Green . This company seems so big right now ; I don ' t know how I ' ll ever get used to it .
After a week , you ' ll be running around here like a pro . Let me give you this list of departments first , next to each department is its location and the name of the manager .
Great -- That ' ll be big help , Ms . Green .
Thank you . Good afternoon Mrs . Smith , Miss Duncan , Miss Lamb .
Your English is fluent .
Thank you .
How do you think of the weather today ?
I don't like the weather like this . Cold and rainy . Hope it become sunny as soon as possible .
It certainly was a great party . It ' s a pity that a glass and a plate got broken and someone spilled a drink over here .
I expected that something might get broken . That doesn ' t bother me . That spilled drink won ' t leave a stain , will it ?
I doubt it , I'll deal with it right away . Luckily it wasn ' t a glass of red wine , I ' ll just get a bowl of water and a cloth .
I ' m going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag .
Afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks .
Yes , he ' s very good .. isn ' t he ? He told some funny stories too .
Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being very serious .
I think that she had a litter too much of the punch .
What did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong .
That ' s my little secret . Did you like the snacks that I prepared ?
Very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ' t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves .
That cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ' s that stain ?
All cleaned up . Are you ready to start on the washing up ?
Barbie dolls are quite popular , you know .
You're right . Girls love Barbie . Show me a Barbie doll .
Take a look at the newest Barbie -- Digital Barbie .
She's beautiful . What's the price for Digital Barbie ?
Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29 . 95 plus tax .
Only $ 29 . 95 ? I'll buy it , of course .
Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ?
Thank you , but no . This will do it for now .
Tax brings your total to $ 32 . 42 . How would you like to pay ?
Cash , please .
Here's your change . Thank you .
Yeah , it ' s been ages ! So how have you been ?
Couldn ' t be better . And you ?
Just as usual , you know .
I'm very sorry I can't .
Why not ?
I've been snowed under with since my bosses away on business .
I'm just watching some television .
I'm so bored . I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning .
Me too . Do you think we are boring people ?
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
Yes ?
I'm afraid you can't smoke here .
Why not ?
Can't you see the notes here ?
I'm sorry . I can't . What does the note say .
It says ' No smoking ' .
Sorry , I'm very near sighted .
Nothing really . How about you ?
A lot , like the party I'm having on Friday .
Well , that's cool .
Will you be able to make it ?
I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry .
What do you have to do ?
I'm having dinner with my family
Maybe you can come next time .
I'll make sure and come to your next party .
I'll look for you at my next party .
I'll be there .
I think we have a while longer .
I feel like we've been on this bus forever .
That's true .
Are you sure we weren't supposed to get off already ?
I don't know .
I thought you knew where we get off at .
I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop .
Seriously ?
Yeah , we definitely missed our stop .
That's the last time I get on a bus with you .
My bad . sorry !
How long is it altogether ?
It ' s about six or seven miles . That ' s about ten kilometers .
That sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall .
Right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
Then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
We can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
This path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
Yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
Then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
That ' s right .
How long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
That ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
Yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
One bottle of perfume and a watch .
Where did you buy it ?
In Boston .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bought the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
I want to take out a loan for school . What kind of interest rate do you offer ?
Do you qualify for any of the Federal loan programs ?
Yes , but I need to borrow some more money .
Well . In that case we can offer you a private educational loan .
What's the interest rate ?
It's 7 . 2 % , fixed-rate loan .
How do I go about taking it out ?
Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify .
All right , thank you !
I see . Thank you . Sir , what kind of duties will I do ?
B , your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer files to the person who wants them . Is that difficult ?
It's easy . Is there anything I can do for you , sir ?
Well . I have nearly forgotten . Mr Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me , but I will be very busy at that time . If he calls , you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week .
I will leave a memo for you , sir .
Basketball , I'm a basketball fan .
So did I . At first , I thought it was going to be boring , but then it turned to be good .
What part of the film do you like best ?
Well , the scene of the hero's struggle with enemies impressed me the most .
I loved it , too . To tell you the truth , I even dropped tears .
Actually , tears also came to my eyes .
It has got this year's Oscar Award .
It deserves it . The film gave us a lot of inspiration .
Thank you Bill , and good morning Salt Lake City !
What ' s the weather looking like today , Kenny ?
Well , it ' s a bit of a mixed bag in Utah today . we ' Ve got heavy cloud cover here in Northern Utah , and we ' re calling for scattered showers throughout the day , with a day-time high of forty-five degrees . Now , if we move down to the south of the state , we can see that a cold front is moving in . We can expect clear skies , but it will be quite cold , with temperatures hovering around the thirty degree mark .
It ' s a chilly day folks , so don ' t forget your coats ! What about tomorrow Kenny ? Do you have good news for us ?
Well , it ' ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah . we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South . we ' ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees .
You heard it folks ! It ' s gonna be a cold one !
That ' s right Bill . We will have more later on today on the six o ' clock news . That ' s the weather forecast for this morning .
Just tell the truth . I won ' t take it personally .
Well ... hum . You are sure you won ' t lose control of yourself ?
Sometimes it's wise to be direct with people . Come on , just tell me . Don't beat around the bush , please !
Well . Since you ' d like an honest answer , I will tell you the truth .
Alright . What is that you want to tell me ?
We ' Ve won two free tickets to Hawaii for a seven-day vacation !
What ? Are you serious ? Oh , my gosh ! There will be guys everywhere .
Is there a problem ?
I don ' t know how to use it .
What are you talking about ?
I have never used an ATM before .
I can show you how to use it .
How do I use it ?
You need to push your card into the machine .
What ' s next ?
Enter your PIN .
What else do I have to do ?
Every option you can choose will appear on the screen . That ' s about it .
Yes , I've just married .
How long have you been married ?
I have been married for three years .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are four people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My husband , my mother-in-law , my daughter and I .
I plan to travel around Harvard University and know more about it . To tell you the truth , I plan to apply for Harvard after graduation from high school . It ' s better to get to know it . What about you ?
I get together with my Christian brothers on Saturdays .
Oh , my God ! John , I didn ' t know you are religious . You just look like a scientific kook , like Leonard in the Big Bang Theory .
Come on , Han Maimed , don ' t make a fuss . A lot of Americans , including many scientists , believe in religion .
But I ' m really surprised . I thought science and religion are not compatible , are they ?
Yes , they are compatible . Actually , the U . S . is both the most developed and the most religious country in the world .
I've heard about it a little bit before , but I don ' t understand . How can people believe in God since they know God doesn't exist ?
That ' s a little complicated . You ' ll get to know it when you are acquainted with the U . S . history later on . Religion was and is a part of American people ' s life . Guess what ? Even Harvard University , which is a highly academic institution , is in a sense the product of religion .
Really ?
Absolutely ! It was founded by a group of Puritan immigrants from England .
Why was it founded by the Puritans ? Where were the atheistic educators ?
Because most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans .
How come ? I mean why most of them were religious people ?
That ' s because in the 16th and 17th century , there was a series of religious reforms in England . Many religious separatists were persecuted and fled to other countries .
So , you mean people didn't enjoy religious freedom in England ?
Yes , that's why Puritans moved to the New World , where they believed they could establish a heaven for Puritans . Later on , it was these Puritans who founded Harvard College .
Why did they want to found a college ?
Many Puritans had received classic style of higher education in Oxford University and Cambridge University back in England . They hoped that their descendants could receive this kind of education as well .
Oh , I see .
Actually Harvard was first named ' New College ' , without a formal name .
When did it begin to be called Harvard University ?
In 1639 , it was renamed after its major benefactor John Harvard . Interestingly , JohnHarvard himself was a clergyman .
It seems that Harvard was predestined to be influenced by religion .
Therefore , it ' s not exaggerate to claim that had there not been religion , there would note Harvard .
Wow , I didn ' t know that religion had played such an important role in Harvard history .
Religion has been playing an indispensible part in Harvard history as well as the U . S .
I finally begin to get to know Harvard . It seems that my knowledge of Harvard is rather poor . I have a lot work to do before applying for Harvard .
Remember that Harvard is a part of the United States . So you have to know the U . S . history and culture if you want to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard . The two are closely related .
That ' s right . I have a lot to learn from you .
You can ask me any question at any time .
Good morning . Could you tell me the times of trains to London , please ?
Yes . There are trains at 7 fifty-nine , 9 eighteen , 10 thirty-two and 11 fifty-five .
What time does the 7 fifty-nine get to London ?
At 9 thirty-six . And the 9 eighteen gets to London at 9 fifty-five , the 10 thirty-two at 11 nine .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19 and the next is at 19 forty .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
No , ma ' am . This is Sean . Steven ' s out sick .
Oh , sorry to hear that . Listen , I ' Ve got a rush order . Can you help me out ?
I've looked at your units , and am very happy with them . Your goods are all far above standard quality .
We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better . We won't sacrifice quality for quick profits .
Well , we're really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want .
Great , I'm glad we'll be able to do business together . I'll have some quotations ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . As well , would you mind if I asked to see the Loyd's surveyor report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
hi . It was awful . I think I put forward some great ideas , but none of them were accepted .
I ' m surprised to hear that . I thought you had some very good suggestions .
so did i . I ran the ideas by a few people before the meeting and their ideas seemed to have the supports of some people .
so what happened in the meeting ?
one or two people didn ' t take to my ideas very well . That was to be expected . The worst thing was that the people who said the idea were good before the meeting didn ' t support me during the meeting .
I wonder why not . We could always revise the suggestions , to take into account any objections .
that ' s good advice , but I ' m not confident that even revised proposals will be accepted .
may I make a suggestion ?
sure . I ' m open to any reasonable suggestions .
Is there a chance you could contact the client confidentially and see what they think ? If they like your ideas , perhaps they could put them forward as their own proposals . You won ' t get credit for ide
I ' m not sure that ' s a good idea .
go on . Take a chance . You could just hint at your idea . The client should be smart enough to take a hint .
If we want to get this internet business off the ground , we've got to do something fast .
We need to maximize the chances that our site will be at the top of search engine lists , but I'm not sure how to do it .
We've got to put more buzz words into the page text , so it will pop up when people search about our kind of products .
Yeah , you're right . We've got to get the most popular phrases there ... How else can we boost site traffic ?
I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out .
I guess we could also put out a few advertisements for our website inside of the search engine . I would like to find the most effective way to let people know about our site and our products .
Which train is the ticket for ?
It is Train No . 249 . It will depart in four hours .
It is not too late . Pass your ticket to me , please .
How much is the cancellation fee ?
Five Yuan .
Thanks .
Nice to meet you . My name is Tyler Smith . Let's go to your office desk , follow me please .
OK .
Here is your working place . Nancy will come to show you how to set up the telephones . I'm going to call her now so that you can get started . Is that OK ?
Yes , that's OK . I'm glad to get started .
If you have any further questions , just ask me .
OK . Thank you very much .
You are welcome . Have a nice day .
How long will it take to make five hundred ?
They'll be done before the end of the week .
Good .
Great ! I'd love to get a little better discount than 6 % , but if your company provides the insurance , that will save us a few bucks ...
Now , all this is available to you , as far as you make payment within a 30 day grace period . That shouldn't be a problem , right ?
No ... We shouldn't have any problem with that . I know we talked about a possibility for 90 days , but we won't be needing that after your discounted price .
So , if all this is agreeable to you , I'll put it all down on paper and fax a contract to you this afternoon . If you can get a signed version of the contract we've agreed upon back to me by tomorrow morning , we can go ahead and make arrangements to ship the product on Tuesday .
Great !
I didn't really like it all that much .
What do you think the problem was ?
Well , they are pretty new . I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet .
How did you feel about the food ?
The food wasn't all that exciting .
I don't think that the service was good , either .
Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience .
Would you like to return to this restaurant ?
Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down .
No , just a super-boy .
Mom , you always think of me as a child .
Yes , because a real man doesn't need Mom to worry about him so much . He can do things by himself .
Sure !
Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous .
Superman is not afraid of any danger .
Do you remember the rules of road safety ?
What ?
Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side .
Don't play on the street or make any noise .
Yes , so you still remember , ah .
Dear Mom , please permit of superman's naughty .
Yes . We ' re interested in seeing the rooms for rent .
Oh , how nice . They ' re bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
A nice quiet house is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , gentleman . Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK .
That sounds just wonderful to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about this afternoon ?
Fine . I'll be expecting you around two .
Are you sure ? He is quite young , isn't he ?
He is not young as he looks . I think he's almost sixty .
Really ? He looks so young .
Leave the details of making the offer up to me . What were you thinking you should offer ?
I absolutely must have this house and will pay three hundred and fifty thousand dollars or more .
It is best to start a little low on the first bid to allow for a counter-offer . How about offering three hundred and twenty thousand dollars ?
I hope that the owners aren ' t insulted by that offer .
Your offering price is not out-of-line . The owners will either take it or make a counter-offer .
Does it usually take very long for the owners to get back to you with an acceptance ?
It usually doesn ' t take very long for owners to respond to an offer .
Should I be in touch with my bank to tell them to get the loan papers ready ?
The only thing you should do now is relax . You already are pre-qualified for your loan .
Thanks to you . I'm totally pumped up .
So you are happy that you made the decision to join us .
I surely am . But still there is one single problem .
What's that ?
I eat more and more these days . And it puts even more weight on me .
It's not good to start with too much work-out at the beginning . What about trying something else ?
I'd love to do that . What do you recommend ?
More and more people are warm up to Yoga these days . Do you want to have a try ?
Do you think it's a good option for health and relaxation ?
Absolutely . But it takes great perseverance to master .
I can so that .
Here is a free class going on right over there . Go and join them .
How did it go ?
Everything was okay when it started , but the music made me drowsy . So I think I may have dozed off for a minute over there .
Put it on my VISA .
There ' s a problem with your card .
What ' s wrong with it ?
I believe it was declined .
You ' re kidding me !
Do you have another card I could try ?
I only have one card .
Do you have cash , perhaps ?
I don ' t have any cash on me .
You ' re not going to be able to take these items today .
I ' ll be back tomorrow .
Where to ?
Sure , but let's get a pitcher this time . We should be able to down it before they close .
That sounds good . You order the beer while I go to the bathroom . Where is the can in this place ?
It's all the way to the back . See that yellow door ?
Yeah . I think I can find it .
You're back already . That sure was quick .
That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me .
Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time .
Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway .
Okay , let's go !
I am coming to inquire about the information of the company . When was this company established ?
Well , this company can be dated back to 1893 , so it has a hundred years of history .
Really ? That is amazing .
No .
Do you mind my sharing the same table with you ?
Of course not . There are so many people here today .
Yes . I can't even find a seat .
Yes , I found a very good job down there .
Well , we'll certainly miss you in Boston .
I'm going to miss you folks , too .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I'll drop you a line as soon as I get there .
umm ... yeah ! I ' m looking for a nice gift to give my girlfriend . Our fifth anniversary ' s next Friday .
Well , I would be happy to assist you in choosing the perfect gift for her . Is there anything particular that you have in mind ?
No , not really ... I ' m completely at a loss .
Well , you can give her a set of pearl earrings , or this beautiful heart-shaped pendant . What is her favorite gemstone ?
That purple one . I ' m sorry ... I ' Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ' m kind of nervous .
Don ' t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ' s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ' s a great statement piece .
Oh ... wow . That ' s really pretty . Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ?
We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece -- it ' s both glamorous yet functional . If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her .
Jess ? Well , she ' s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ' s very feminine ...
Perhaps you could give her a ring ?
Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ' Ve just been so nervous .
Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose !
Okay , I ' Ve decided . I ' m going to pop the question !
Fabulous ! We should look at engagement rings then ! Now that ' s a whole other section .
It says a storm may come tomorrow .
Oh ! I hate rainy days !
Me , too . I'm always in low spirits when it rains . Are you going out tomorrow ?
Yes . I have to drive to Washington D . C .
What bad luck !
Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ?
Yeah , maybe you are right !
Can you describe it , sir ?
It's a small blue case and it's got a zip . There's a label on the handle with my name and address on it .
Is this case yours ?
No , that's not mine .
What about this one ? This one's got a label .
Let me see it .
What's you name and address ?
David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street .
That's right . D . N . Hall . 83 . Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Hey !
What ' s the matter ?
This case doesn't belong to me ! You've given me the wrong case !
What happened ?
You've just scratched my car . Oh , God , a paint was scratched off .
Where ? my car ?
No , mine !
Thank goodness !
I've just had it repainted .
That's terrible .
I am sorry to say this , sir , but you should've been more careful .
I apologize for that . But the space is too small .
What about the damage to my car ? What are you gonna do about that ?
Can we solve this later ? I am calling the insurance company .
OK . I gotta call mine too .
Are you in a hurry ?
You bet . I was supposed to call my mother an hour ago .
In that case , here , you go first .
No , I couldn't make it .
You missed a really good game .
Oh , really ? Who won ?
Our school did . They played really well .
Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go .
Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting .
So what was the score ?
The score was 101-98 .
Man , that was a really close game .
That's what made it so great .
I'll make sure and make it to the next one .
Hello . Is Steve there ?
I'm sorry . He's not here right now .
What time will he be back ?
Around five thirty .
This afternoon ?
Yes . May I ask who's calling ?
This is his friend , Greg .
Okay . I'll tell him you called .
Thanks .
I'd recommend you the Morning Paper , it is true that the paper is a newly issued one , but its circulation is rising . Last month , it reached to three hundred thousand , which is a very good figure for a new paper .
What's the reason that people prefer to read this one ?
I think perhaps the news stories in it are truthful and accurate . It also has a special page about the stock market ; maybe this is the real reason for its popularity . Many people are now speculating in the stock market .
I can predict it will have the largest circulation in one or two years .
I'd like to very much .
All right , then . There is one at the new concert hall .
Who's playing ?
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
Yes , Mr . Li . Everyone has been informed .
Great , we don't expect any big problems to happen .
I see .
I don't think so . It changes so quickly this time .
I hope so . We have planed to visit the square but we have to cancel it .
I think you can go to visit the museum . It's worth seeing . You can go to the square some other time .
Good idea . Thanks a billion .
It ' s quite an interesting place to live . The best thing to do in my city is go shopping . There are several indoor and outdoor markets , department stores and shopping malls .
Is the traffic bad in the city centre ?
Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
Yes , we have one and it faces the beautiful sea .
That's wonderful . I want to stay for 2 days .
OK , we will make it ready for you .
Thank you .
Yes , I think so too .
I think that it's going to rain .
I hope that it does rain .
You like the rain ?
The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it .
I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner .
I love most how it is at night after it rains .
How come ?
You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains .
I would love for it to rain today .
I would too .
Are you kidding ? I ' m terrible ! But I love to watch sports . I go to football or baseball games a lot . And I read sports magazines every week .
Wow !
Do you like sports , Janice ?
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Here you are , sir .
Where are you from ?
I am from China .
Did you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
Would you open this suitcase , please ?
Sure .
Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ?
Yup .
Is this camera a gift for someone ?
No , it's my camera for personal use .
You have to pay tax for this camera .
No , please don't . It's is for my personal use .
You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera .
Almost all are for my friends in the States .
Yes , it is .
My name is Paul . Is Mr . Smith in ?
Yes , he is .
Good morning . I have a reservation for a single room with a bath here .
May I have your name , please ?
John Bradley .
Just a moment , sir , while I look through our list . Yes , we do have a reservation for you , Mr . Bradley . Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you ?
Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ?
Sure . Here you are .
What should I fill in under the room number ?
You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on .
Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly .
Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ?
Oct 24th .
Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk .
Ok , I will take good care of it .
And now if you are ready Mr . Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room .
Yes , I am ready . Thank you .
I hope you enjoy your stay with us .
I will try .
I don't know . Maybe a pair of new shoes .
Why don't you ask them to buy you a PC ? You will soon use it at college .
That's a dandy idea . Thank you for reminding me .
It was fantastic , but I'm glad to be back ! Being a tourist is really tiring !
Where did you end up going ?
Because it's off-season , we got a really good package deal to Paris , so we went there .
I've always wanted to go to Paris . The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world ! Did you go to the top ?
That was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ?
Sure . What's this one a picture of ?
Oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city .
You don't look very happy in that picture .
No , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces !
So what did you do ?
We spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel .
My travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ?
Of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though .
That's what everyone says ! I can't wait to see it for myself some day .
OK . I just want to read the comics .
Take your time .
Are you sure ? Who told you that ? I highly doubt that they would take the step to merge into one company ... They're supposed to be bitter enemies , the strictest of competitors . It must be a rumor . It can't be true .
I read it myself on the financial page . They ' re really going to join together . U-Tunes was bought out by Murphy's , they will take over the company as of next month .
The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes . Otherwise why would they allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy ?
I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keep up the cutthroat competition . If you can't beat'em , join'em .
I've been looking forward to visiting your factory .
Actually , you'll know our products better after the visit . I'll show you around and explain the operations as we go along .
That'll be most helpful .
Maybe we could start with the Design Department . And then we could look at the production line .
How much do you spend on design development every year .
About 10 % of the gross sales .
That's fine .
I am sorry , but we can't advance shipment . The manufacturers are fully committed . They have no stock on hand .
Can you find some way for an earlier delivery ?
How's this then ? We propose partial shipment . We can ship whatever is ready to meet your urgent need instead of waiting for the whole lot to get ready .
Sounds like a good idea .
We propose to deliver 50 % in June and the balance in Aug .
I agree with your proposal .
You should try to put your best foot forward , and be careful of your personal appearance . At least you should get yourself dressed up . Appearance isnt everything , but it's the first thing an interviewer notices about you .
Anything else ?
Don ' t boast and don ' t be modest .
What do you mean by this ? You can ' t do the two things at the same time .
Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ' re competent . Don ' t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ' re talking big .
I see .
Try to be natural , alert and interested .
You ' Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much .
My pleasure . Good luck to you .
Hello , Tina . An acquaintance of mine has just told me that your bank has started a new Personal Wealth Management Service . Is that right ?
It certainly is . You can do almost anything with it , anytime , anywhere .
How would I go about applying for this service ?
All you need to do is sign up at any one of our branches and you can use the service right away .
That's so simple . I'll come by my local branch later this afternoon and get it set up . Thank you very much , Tina .
It's a pleasure . Thanks for calling Lincoln Bank .
Hey , Anna , this is Jason .
Jason , where have you been hiding lately ? You know it's been a long time since your last call . Have you been good ?
Yes . How are you , Anna ?
I am fine . What have you been doing ?
Working . I've been really busy these days . I got a promotion .
That's great , congratulations !
Thanks . I am feeling pretty good about myself too . You know , bigger office , a raise and even an assistant .
That's good . So I guess I'll have to make an appointment to see you .
You are kidding .
How long have you been working there ?
A bit over two years . This is a fast-moving company , and seniority isn ' t the only factor in deciding promotions .
How do you like your new boss ?
She is very nice and open-minded .
Much better than the last one , huh ?
Yeah . He was a real slave driver . He probably would have loved it if we were robots .
Forget about him . Come over to my house tonight . Let's get drunk .
Good . Tonight 8 o'clock .
8 it is . See you then .
Bye .
Yes , a red wine and a cup of coffee .
How do you like your coffee ?
With milk but without sugar , please .
Then how about the wine ? Is white wine OK ?
Yes , please .
Autumn is the best season in Beijing you know ?
Yes . I can see . The summer heat is over . And the winter cold is still far away .
What is the whether like in Washington at this time of this year ?
Autumn is also very nice In Washington .
Is it very cold in winter there ?
No . it isn ' t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter .
Does it rain a lot in summer there ?
Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily
How about here in Beijing ?
There ' s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn
I feel it ' s rather dry here
That ' s true . many people from the south don ' t like the whether here .
Are you from south ?
No . I ' m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually .
I see . So this is your hometown ?
Does it really look OK ?
Yes , and I like the color too . It matches your eyes .
And I got it on sale .
That's incredible !
I'm Patti Whitney . Isn ' t this convention great ?
Yes it is , better than I expected it would be . The presenters have been first rate . Is this the first conference you've been to ?
No , I've been coming for the last 3 years . Each year keeps getting better . Where are you from ?
I'm from Long Island , New York . What about yourself ?
I'm from the other side of the coast--Los Angeles .
Wow . I really like California ... the weather there is much better than the East Coast .
Have you been to California ?
Just once . Quite a few years ago we took the kids to Disneyland on our vacation . They had a blast .
How many kids do you have ?
Two , a boy and a girl . They ' re already grown now .
Well , California ' s changed over the last little while . You should come back out sometime .
Mm ?
Can my friend , Tom Mitchum , come home with me for lunch tomorrow ?
Of course , Jim . Have I met Tom before ?
Mm -- hmm . You met him last summer . He is small and very smart .
Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ?
Yes .
Thank you ! The same to you .
Have you got any plans ?
I've been invited over to a friend's . And you ?
My roommate's having a party .
In a second . Have you got a torch ?
No .
Here it is . Let's go .
Leave him alone , he ' ll soon stop .
How can you do so ? Perhaps something is wrong with him . Let ' s go and see him .
OK . Nothing serious . He just wants us to be with him .
That's a good idea . What ' s on ?
Gone with the Wind .
What's it about ?
Sorry , I've no idea .
It's my girlfriend . I guess she's playing the army game .
How come ?
I saw her dating with her ex-boyfriend again .
I understand that . But I think maybe it's not a date . You are taking the matter too much to heart .
Maybe . But it still gets on my nerves .
Yeah ? You finally decided to wipe the slate clean ?
You got it ! I have a new job , I ' m living in a new city , with new friends ! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life .
So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ?
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
Hello , this is Wang Li . I want to know the status of the position .
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer on the matter . It's pending now .
When can I know whether I'm accepted or not ?
In about 3 to 4 days .
Excuse me , sir . What kind of drink do you want ?
Do you have whisky ?
Yes , but you have to pay for it .
Well , in that case please give me some free drink .
Wait a minute , I will bring you some juice .
Yes , please .
Do you want beef or lamb ?
Beef , please .
This lamb's very good .
I like lamb , but my husband doesn't .
What about some steak ? This is a nice piece .
Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too .
Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice .
No , thank you . My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken .
To tell you the truth Mrs . Bird , I don't like chicken , either !
Yes and no . I can ' t wait to go to Europe , but at the same time I am terrified .
Why ?
Well , I have acrophobia . I have a chronic fear of flying .
Oh really ? I have an uncle who is also terrified of flying . It ' s not that bad though , I mean , it is pretty scary to be in this big machine flying through the air at seven hundred miles per hour . I actually have arachnophobia .
You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia .
I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad .
Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak .
Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds .
We are such weirdos right ?
I ' m so happy about that .
Did you vote for him ?
I sure did . How about you ?
I voted for him .
I have complete confidence in our new President .
Is that right ?
I know he will help change America .
I hope so , because America needs a change .
I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected .
I agree with you completely .
I ' m not worried about our country now that it ' s in his hands .
Yes , we try to accommodate all needs of our patrons , including fitness .
Where is your fitness facility located ?
The gym is just below the lobby . Take the elevator or the stairs . You can't miss it .
Is there an additional surcharge for the gym ?
No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in .
What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ?
The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day .
Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ?
Unfortunately , no . If you want a trainer , you'll have to use another gym .
It provides breads and butter of your family . Besides , it simulates you to purse noble dreams ,
Why do you want to work for us ?
Your company is well-known for its good corporate profile and rapid growing records . I want to work for a company that can display my abilities and talents .
I'm colin . It's nice to meet you . What do you do ?
I'm a freelance English teacher . How about you ?
I'm in between jobs at the moment .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
Sure . We've got a lot to do in a short time . We're planning to shut the line at midday on Wednesday and start up again at 6 pm the following day . We might need to extend the shut by about six hours .
Our production people won't be happy about that . We've got a full order book at the moment . Is there any way you could speed things up ?
Not really . We need to dismantle the conveyor belt and replace the rollers .
He has lost his job , and his wife died from cancer not long before .
Poor guy ! It will take him a long time to get back on his feet .
Nothing really .
I'm throwing a party on Friday .
I didn't realize that .
You didn't ?
Nobody has told me anything about your party .
Did you want to go ?
When does it start ?
At 8
I'll be there .
I'd better see you there .
Of course .
Yes . We have a reservation .
What's your name , Sir ?
Jack .
Yes Sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill up these forms , please ?
The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ?
Yes , Sir . That's correct .
What should I wear today ?
It's chilly outside , so don't forget to put on your jacket .
How's the shirt ?
Son , it looks great on you .
No , I haven't been registered .
Are you a medical or surgical case ?
I'm a medical case .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
We need to work is because we need money to live . We need money for food and clothes and to pay for our house . We need money for many different things , and only when we work , we can earn money . And work can also help us feel that we are useful .
But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a job right now .
Yes , it is really hard . But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally . When you work , you can accumulate a lot of experience . Besides , you need to learn a lot of things while you are working .
I've been fed up with study .
But whether you like it or not , there ' s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively .
Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ?
You have no choice , so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time .
Thanks . Miss Zhang .
You know in China we usually don't open presents until the guests leave .
Really ? I've already opened this one . Say , this is sweet , and it's just what I need to go with my new suit . Thank you ever so much .
Here you are . We've ironed them for you already . Please check and see if there is any damage .
I'm afraid that a button is missing .
I'm terribly sorry . You know we are so busy today and we forget to sew the button back on . Please wait a moment . It will be ready soon .
OK , please .
Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ?
Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt .
It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think .
It's been several days now , I am not sure .
Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go .
Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ?
I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time .
OK , I will .
This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time .
Thanks a lot .
Hope to see you again . We will provide the best service .
I don ' t know .
Please think it over .
Oh , I see .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
Yes . I should have gone to buy the ticket in advance . But now ...
But now you can stay with friends and enjoy a holiday too .
Right . Let's go and find some fun .
I want to buy some records .
Whose record do you want ?
Are there the records of Michael Jackson ?
His records have been sold out . The new copies will be available next week .
Oh . it's too late . Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look .
No , that's not true . The White House is very big . And there are a lot of historical exhibits there . The tour will take us through many different rooms . I read about it in the guide .
Hmm . If that's true , then the security there must be very good . Because it's strange to think they will let people walk around in the White House .
I'm sure the security is very tight . Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport .
So I can't take my gun then .
Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun .
Yes , it's true I don't .
You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested !
What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ?
No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much .
I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI . But how long does the White House tour last ?
I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour .
Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast .
First I want to look in the travel guide . Maybe they don't have tours in the morning .
That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ?
No , I'm fine .
My stomach hurts , Doctor .
Has this been a problem before ?
Yes .
For how long ?
I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks .
Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ?
After I've eaten , it goes away for a while .
Do you feel nauseous ?
Yes , occasionally .
Do you have regular bowel movements ?
I think so .
Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much .
Is it serious ?
Not too serious , but it'll take you some time to recover , so you'll need to be patient .
By credit card .
We take Visa and Master Card .
Do you take American Express ?
No , we don't .
Ok , I'll use my Visa . Here you are .
Thank you ... please sign on the line .
I am worrying about my husband .
Where is he ? Is he in danger ?
You know , he is a taxi driver . He has to have his eyes peeled all the time when he drives , especially during the rush hour .
Are you all right ?
Yeah , I just bumped into the table .
Go right ahead .
Four weeks .
May I ask what brought you here ?
I'm here on business .
What line of business are you in ?
I import canned food .
Ready for what ?
Ready for the big switch .
What are you talking about ?
The nation is switching to digital TV .
Oh . Of course I'm ready .
Did you buy the converter ?
No , I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV .
How much was that ?
It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen .
Does it pick up any digital channels ?
Oh , yes . I get six Korean channels but nothing in English !
Yes . I'm sorry , but I've lost my passbook .
Well . Can you tell me how much you have deposited ?
About RIB 12,000 .
Please let me have your name and your savings account number if you remember it .
I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number .
Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000
Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account .
OK .
Me too . I ' ll see you after work , huh ?
Yeah , definitely . I was hoping to catch a ride with you .
Sure . Meet me at five .
No one .
Oh , then I will arrange one of my staff to meet you at the airport .
Yes , that's true .
How long is the holiday ?
It depends . But usually it's about 15 days .
Do you eat any special food for the festival ?
Yes , dumpling is a must . There is also other food . For example , people eat chicken for good luck .
That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ?
Yes , it's really wonderful !
Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing .
I'm sure you'll have a good time .
Yes , go straight along Beijing Road and turn right .
Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
There is one next to the post office , round the corner .
Thank you .
I am .
What has made you so happy ?
I think I'm in love .
Are you ? Who's the lucky girl ?
Her name is Jenny .
How did you meet her ?
We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other .
What do you like best about her ?
She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time .
I guess it was fate working to bring you together .
Whatever brought us together , I'm happy .
The keys will be turned in on Tuesday night . The house will be yours at that time .
What should we do to make sure that we have the electricity and water turned on ?
You can tell the utility company what day you are moving in , and they will transfer the utilities to your name .
There are a few things that we want to do to the place , like painting and carpet cleaning .
Take advantage of the house being empty to clean and paint . It will be harder to do after the furniture and appliances have arrived .
I asked the store to deliver my new appliances on the day we are moving in .
That will be good . You are going to want your stove and refrigerator right away .
I could use some help on moving day . What are you doing on Saturday ?
I think I am getting a fever and will be too sick to help you . Here , feel how hot my head is !
I'll have to sleep on it .
It was terrific . The concert was really a hit . The symphony orchestra was so good that I was completely absorbed in their performance .
Who was the conductor ?
Oh , speaking of the conductor , he is indeed a genius . He did a perfect job . His name is Menuhin , a descendent of Russian American immigrants .
Oh , I learned that he is also a legendary violinist .
Absolutely right . He gave a performance of Felix Mendelssohn's violin concerto . That caused a sensation . The audience were stunned by his pure tone .
Obviously you did enjoy the concert .
Yes , I did .
Yes , What can I do for you , sir ?
I'm calling to see if I can request a specific table .
I can try to arrange that for you .
I proposed to my wife in your restaurant and I would like the same table if I can .
Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ?
It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf .
You're in luck . We still have that little table .
Hello . I'm sorry to tell you that I've lost my credit card this morning . I want to report the loss and replace a card .
Don't worry . I will help you soon . Please fill in this form first . And write down your name , your account number and the amount in your card please .
Done !
OK . May I see your ID card ? ( B passed his ID card . ) Please wait for a moment . Let me go and check the account . ( A few minutes later . ) We have locked your card . You can come here to renew the account and get a new card a week later . Your money will not be lost .
Thank goodness .
Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge .
OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later .
See you !
Very interesting !
What do you suggest then ?
How about going to dance ? There is a very good nightclub nearby .
That's a great idea . Let's go ... Oh , the dance hall looks very nice and the music is wonderful .
I'm glad you like it . The band is called " Four and One " . They are especially good at playing rock and roll .
That's great ! I love to dance to fast music .
Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ?
Yes , disco dancing is my favorite . It ' s great fun and good exercise as well .
OK . Let's disco .
Now the band is playing a slow dance .
That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ?
Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance .
All right . Let me get you something to drink .
Oh , to tell you the truth , I love the sky . When I was a child , I imagined flying into the blue sky some day . Now , I think the day has come . My dream will come true . And I like travelling very much and I enjoy working with people .
Can you make yourself understood in English without too much difficulty ?
Yes , I think I am quite fluent in English . I got the certificate of the Secondary English Training last month .
Do you know what the responsibilities are for a stewardess ?
The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important .
Are you in good health ?
I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition .
Have you had any nursing experience ?
Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital .
How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ?
My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems .
What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing .
If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ?
I'll try to speak in another language or I'll try my best to use gestures and draw pictures .
I think I ' ll stay in on Saturday and rest .
Oh right ... How about Sunday ?
Ah , I ' m going to the pub to watch the football .
Oh really ? I ' ll come along with you if that ' s ok .
Sure , you ' re more than welcome . I ' m meeting everyone at three o ' clock .
Oh great , I ' ll see you there !
We're sorry you have to leave .
Please excuse me , won't you ?
Certainly . Come back soon .
It covers an area of 75,000 square meters .
It ' s much larger than I expected . When was the plant set up ?
In the early 70s . We ' ll soon be celebrating the 30th anniversary .
Congratulations !
Thank you .
How many employees do you have in this plant ?
500 . We ' re running on three shifts .
Does the plant work with everything from the raw material to the finished product ?
Our associates specializing in these fields make some access - ries . Well , here we ' re at the production shop . Shall we start with the assembly line ?
That ' s fine .
Yes . This is Peter calling from New York , I have to change the date of reservation .
How and in whose name has the reservation been made ?
By telephone and in my name .
Please wait a moment . I'll check it in the computer . Thanks for your waiting . You've booked 10 standard rooms for trade negotiation for March 5th , 6th and 7th , is it correct ?
Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ?
Let me check the reservation list . Fortunately , we have just 10 standard rooms available for the three days .
Bite your tongue ! I ' m already at the end of my rope . Some nights I don ' t sleep at all . John manages to sleep like a log even when the babies are screaming at the top of their lungs .
Well , tell me . How was the labor and delivery ?
I wouldn ' t say that I had the time of my life but at least everything went without a hitch .
Well , hang in there . In twenty years , you ' ll fell it was well worth it !
We have been on good terms . She is a very nice girl . But she got in Dutch with her boss . I don ' t have the heart to see her pounding the pavements .
You must be stuck on her , or you would not use your elbow grease .
Well , we hit it off with each other . Nothing more , nothing much .
There is a formula that can help us figure that out . What is your annual salary ?
I earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year .
What is the length of time that you have worked at the job you have now ?
I have been at the job I now have for 2 years , and I have been with the company for 6 years total .
Do you receive any other income ?
I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit .
Do you know what your credit score is ?
I don ' t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good !
You are in good shape . Figuring in your other expenses , you can easily afford a house costing seven hundred thousand or maybe even a little more !
Good morning , Tom . How are you ?
I'm fine , thanks , how about yourself ?
Things couldn't be better . Where are you going now ?
I am heading for the library . I've got a research project to do . How about you ?
I'm going to the English class . It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run .
See you later , alligator .
After a while , crocodile .
Yes , but why does she have such a long face ?
I don't have the foggiest idea .
I thought she'd be happy .
Yeah , especially since she got a promotion recently .
I don't know . Maybe it ' s some kind of personal problem .
what about taking her for a dinner or a movie ?
not bad , any other ideas ?
well , there is a play on campus this weekend .
good idea . that ' s why i think i have culture . you have any other suggestions ?
what's the matter with these ideas ?
They are good , but i still need a few more .
what about going on a picnic ?
Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ?
you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ?
they are all good .
is that the girl you spent almost every weekend with ?
yeah , that's her . We had a lot of wonderful times together . She is really a special friend , and I want to get her something meaningful .
I am not good at picking gifts . Maybe you can ask if there's anything she needs to make it easier ?
I don't think so . That way it would lose all the charm . I want it to be a surprise . I want to show her that I care about her and I hope our friendship will last .
yeah , that's nice .
hmm , I think I've got an idea . Maybe I can get her an ever-green plant to take back home .
a plant ? That's creative . I'm sure ever time she waters it she'll think of you . But there is a problem . Do you think it'll be able to go through the customs ?
I hope so . I'll make sure to get a small one so she can put it into her suitcase . I hope it won't cause her trouble at the border .
I don't know . I think the idea of a plant going across borders with a friend is really exciting but maybe seeds would be safer . You don't want to get her in trouble .
We have a fairly good working relationship , but there was also a rough spot .
What do you think his strengths are ?
Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations .
I'll take one . How's the cooler situation ?
It's still stocked , and there's plenty of ice . Here you are-cheers !
Cheers . You guys didn't drive , did you ?
No , we walked . Why , do you need us to carry some stuff home later ?
No , it's just that it's a holiday . With everyone out partying , there's a lot of drunk driving .
Good morning .
This is Mary . Can I speak to Anne please ?
I ' m sorry . She isn ' t in at the momment . She will come back at half past nine . Can I take a message for her ?
Thank you . But I will call her later .
OK . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
I would like to rent a car with a good stereo .
All our cars have stereos in them . Stereos , air conditioning . It's all standard with us .
Good . I am here visiting my girlfriend . I want her to have a good time .
Oh , is that so ? Well , then . Let me show you something she might like . It's on our back lot .
This is a Porsche !
Yes . Beautiful , isn't it ?
But I probably can't afford it . It must be really expensive .
Well , sir . You said you were looking at cars at the rental agency at the airport . Now with them you'd spend your money and get nothing for it . But you could probably rent this Porsche from us , for the same price as one of their standard cars .
But how can you do that ?
It's because our prices are so good . And this car has a lot of miles on it . But it's in nice shape , isn't it ?
Yes , it almost looks new .
Which ? Zina ? What time is it ?
It's seven-thirty . I want to know who left this note on my desk .
What note ? I can't see . I just pulled an all-nighter .
It's a little green post-it note , stuck right in the middle of my computer screen .
And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ?
It says , Zina , I like how you rhumba . An admirer .
They're in aisle 2A , down that way .
Are the snack foods in that area , too ?
Yes , they're in ... let me think ... Aisle 3B , if I remember right .
Okay , I'll go take a look . Thank you so much for your help .
Don't mention it .
George , how can we ? Vacations cost money . And this month we don ' t have much money left after paying the rent .
Well , Lili , we can visit different places in the state in our van . We are not going to take a plane or stay at a hotel this time . Trust me , it won ' t cost much .
Where will we sleep , then ?
In the van .
What about other expenses ?
Let ' s see . Gas , food , recreation , we won ' t spend much . Come on . Don ' t hesitate . We need to get out of the house once in a while . We have been working hard , haven ' t we ?
Maybe you ' re right . When do you plan to go ?
The sooner the better ! I can ' t wait !
Oh , I don ' t know where we ' re going yet .
As long as we ' re going , you can decide where to go . I trust your judgments . I know you miss Chinese food , so we can eat at a Chinese restaurant this time .
Let ' s go to Chicago . We can have lunch in Chinatown . Then we can go to a ball game at Wrigley Field !
Wonderful . That's a place famous for its arts .
Yes . There are so many famous paintings on show . I am sure it will be an unforgettable trip .
Surely it will be . By the way , when will we get there ?
Half an hours later .
Oh shame ! I have a class tomorrow .
Well , then join us some other time .
Yeah . Thanks . And have fun !
Can't it wait ? She's still angry that we sent e-mail wedding invitations .
But we saved your parents so much money ...
I know . And they're spending enough on the plane tickets to Texas !
Speaking of plane tickets , don't forget to check on the reservations !
OK .
Nice to meet you .
May I know your name , please ?
I ' m Rose Teller . I think I ' Ve seen you somewhere before ?
Ah , yes . I remember now . Were you Mr . John ' s dinner partner last month ?
Yes , I was . You work for 3M , right ?
I did but now I ' m for Microsoft . How are things with you ?
Good .
May I know what you do ?
I ' m a fashion designer . Next month , I have a fashion show . I ' d love it if come . I can get you a couple of tickets . So you can bring a friend if you like .
Sure . That would be great . Good luck .
Thank you .
Sorry . You've got the wrong number .
Yes . An passport and a visa are necessary for entry into China .
What materials do they need in order to apply the passport ?
They should fill in an application form , hand in the copies of Identification Card and household register .
yes . He ' s in hospital with a bad back . One morning , he just couldn ' t get out of bed . His wife called an ambulance and they took him to hospital . He ' s been there for a few days now .
daisy ' s in hospital too . she got food poisoning last week . She thinks she got it from some bad seafood .
you have to be very careful with seafood . It tastes lovely , but it often causes upset stomachs . Have you heard anything from tom ?
he ' s fine , but he had a fever last week . He probably just had a cold .
he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ' s her allergy .
I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ' s got jetlag now . she ' s just resting today , but we ' ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow .
it ' s nice that she ' s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look .
oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling .
that ' s a good idea . You ' Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand .
yes , I banged it against to cooker yesterday . It really hurt , but it ' s OK now . the bruise will disappear soon .
How so ? I thought it went fine .
I think it would have been better if you had given us more of a chance to give our opinions .
I ' m sorry . I thought we were all pretty much in agreement .
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation !
That ' s right ! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest .
What does that mean ?
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
I'm very delighted too . I'm sure that we'll have a wider range of cooperation . So , let's drink to the signing of our contract .
Bottoms up !
Cheers .
You mean he had been put in prison before .
Of course , he is a man with a history .
Oh , he had fooled me .
Hi , Ross . Glad to see you , too .
I'm going to throw a party tomorrow night . Would you like to come ?
A party ? Yes . I'd love to . Thank you for inviting me . Will Monica come ?
Of course .
That's great ! What time will it start at ?
At 6 o'clock .
OK . I'll come . See you then .
See you .
Oh , I am terribly sorry . But I was so captivated with the singer at the subway exit . So I forgot the time .
Singing ? At the subway exit ? Oh , it sounds like someone needs some money .
Oh , no , the guy was a musician who just sang . He played the guitar and sang so many cool pop songs . Many people were drawn to his music and there was no hat on the floor . He sang for appreciation , but not for money .
It is just pop song , you could have sung there too if you want it .
Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well .
Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ?
No , but tell me some . I am interested .
Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition .
Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ?
I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train .
But I still prefer the pop music in the subway .
Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values .
Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ?
Not well enough , but I'm learning .
Good morning , Mr . Thomas , it is nice to see you too .
After the internal discussion , we have all agreed that you are the most suitable person for this position among all the candidates . So , today let ' s talk about your expected salary and social benefits . What is your expected salary ?
I ' Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years . Depend on my work qualifications and experience , I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start .
The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance .
It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ?
40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day ..
Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ?
We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day .
Is there probation ?
No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week .
That would be wonderful .
Can you tell me how much I would have to pay for rent ?
The rent is $ 1050 every month .
That ' s way too much .
What is good for you ?
I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent .
That ' s not high enough .
How much more are you thinking ?
I can let it go at $ 900 a month .
That ' s almost perfect .
I can live with that too .
That's right .
So I wonder why you want to work for a newspaper .
I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school . And I always be very interested in journalism .
But journalism , it is a very different profession from administration . You know a lot about administration . Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers ?
I study the administration . Yes . But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news .
A new reporter must expect to work many hours .
I know that starting reporters work many hours . I'm very willing to take on the challenge .
Hi there . I need to change some dollars into local currency . Can I do that here ?
Yes , you can . Is that US dollars or HK dollars ? Both are available for exchange to RIB . How much would you like to exchange ?
Well , that depends . What's the rate like today ?
Today's rate is 821 . 32 USD to 100 RIB , which isn't bad .
That sounds pretty good . OK , I'll change 500 USD today , thanks .
yes , it is . We've been dating for over 7 years . We have decided to get married on a special day and we think August 8th , 2008 is a red-letter day .
good for you ! It sounds like you've done a lot of planning in a very short time .
yes , there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos , wedding dress , catering , transport , hotel , etc ...
is everything ready now ?
almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive .
have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job .
yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet .
it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive .
that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception .
I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available .
thank you .
my pleasure .
Yes , can I cash my traveler's check here ?
Of course , we'd be happy to cash it for you .
What's the cashing rate ?
Well , it's listed on the electronic board on the left . We cash it at present traveler's check buying rate .
Oh , I see . How much it the service charge ?
The service charge is 1 % of the total amount of the check .
Well , I'd like to cash these four checks for $ 100 each .
Would you please countersign them here ?
OK , there you are .
And your passport please .
Oh , I forgot to bring it . It is in my hotel room .
Sorry , sir . We can't cash the checks for you without your passport .
Well , thanks . I will come again this afternoon , then .
Yes , I had a bf before .
Why you say bf before ?
We parted from each other last month .
Have you got a new one ?
Mmmm , no . How about you ?
I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you .
Haha , so you are my E-bf .
I like you . Do you agree to be my of ?
Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be .
Wow ! Blablablabla . . .
Hey ! What is it ?
I am flying like a bird .
LL
I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne .
I have no champagne right now . How about this ?
It's OK , so I send you this .
Is it made of chocolate ?
It's my heart ; it's made of what you like .
Oh , I will have a sweet dream .
Are you sleepy ?
A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to .
Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office .
Thx . Bye for now . Kisssssssssss .
C U here , honey .
Is it a horror movie ?
Yeah , I love horror movies . Would you like to go with me tomorrow ?
No way . I will be scared out of my wits .
That's funny , I didn't know a big fellow like you could be so soft and timid on the inside .
Hey , how would you like to taste my fist ?
Alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ?
Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on .
That is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies .
Yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy .
The Notebook is this type of movie .
Really ? I haven't heard of it .
Well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it .
Ok . I can't wait to see it . Let's go !
It looks great .
I would like to purchase it .
Will this be cash or charge ?
Here , take my credit card .
Just sign here , please .
Sure . Here you go .
Here's your receipt . Have a nice day .
My name is Zhang Ming . Nice to meet you , Susan .
Where do you come from ?
I come from China . Are you American ?
Yeah , that ' s right . SO what are you studying ?
Business management
That sounds interesting .
That's right .
May I have a look at it please ?
Yes , of course . Come in .
How long have you lived here ?
I have lived here for twenty years .
Twenty years ! That's a long time .
Yes , I have been here since 1976 .
Then why do you want to sell it ?
Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country .
How much does this house cost ?
6850 pound .
That's a lot of money !
It's worth every penny of it .
Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first .
Women always have the last word .
Alright and what is your name , please ?
It ' s Marcia Gleason .
Ah , yes , here you are Ms . Gleason . You reserved a single , right ?
Yes , a single , thanks .
Do you mind being next to the elevator ?
Actually , I ' d prefer not to be .
What kind of jewellery do you like to have ?
I should like to look at some bracelets .
May I show you gold ones or jade ones ?
Jade ones .
OK , here they are .
What's the price for this one ?
Eight hundred yuan .
How about seven hundred yuan ?
I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices .
OK . I'll take it .
Why not fifty or one-hundred dollars ?
Okay . One-hundred then . Do you think I will lose it ?
I don't know . You have to be smart , but you have to be lucky too . Some games are all luck . With some , you need to be smart .
I want games that are all luck .
I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines .
Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice .
So what do you want to play then ?
Blackjack . We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars .
Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet !
Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas .
Yes , and if I stay with you , we will have to walk back home to New York . Because we will lose all our money and our plane tickets too !
Wow ! So many choices you have ! I wish I could , but I just can't . I'm on a diet to lose weight .
Come on , just a bite . It doesn't really hurt to have just a bite .
I'd better not . Please don't tempt me . Please !
Gee ! You are really strong-willed .
You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong .
Well , I'd better not tempt you . Otherwise , if I give you a piece of cake , you might ask for a glass of milk .
Where do you need to be that is more important than school ?
I have an appointment .
Do you have a plan to make up your missed work ?
No , but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work .
Are you going to go right away ?
I am leaving right now .
All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up .
Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of .
Goodbye , and try not to miss any more school .
These red ones ? I'm not sure .
No , the yellow ones .
Oh , these ? Hmm ... Yellow isn't a good color for me .
Well , that necklace isn't bad .
Which one ?
That blue one right there . How much is it ?
It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive !
Hey , let me get it for you . It's your birthday present .
It's a perfect fit .
Let me pay for it now .
Cash , credit card , or debit card ?
I think I'll use my credit card .
Your signature here , please , and we're finished .
Here's my John Hancock .
Bye-bye . Visit us again soon !
Yes , Madam . It is at the entrance .
Well , I can't find the way to the entrance . Would you tell me where the entrance is ?
Okay . Follow me please .
Thank you very much . By the way , where are the vegetables ?
In aisle 3 .
He said that I have been eating too much .
Did he give you any advice ?
Yes , he asked me to clean up my diet by cutting red meat .
Yes , you must put yourself on a diet .
Are you sure ? How do you know ?
Well , usually people think I'm a terrible singer , but after we all have a few beers , they say I sound a lot better !
Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ...
Then after a few beers , you'll be singing in Taiwanese ?
Maybe ...
Yes , please .
What would you like to have for your appetizer , sir ?
I would like vegetable soup , please
And what would you like to have for the main course
Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ?
Apple , banana and strawberry pie .
Then a piece of apple pie , please .
And what would you like for dessert ?
Icecream , please .
What flavor would you like ?
orange
Thank you . I'll bring your order right away .
Not a great deal .
I've just been reading an article about them . they ' ll be used for all sorts of things now .
For accounting system and things like that , you mean ?
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
I like all kinds of stuff . I admit I love romance .
Just like my wife . So , what ' s your favorite movie ?
You mean my favorite movie of all time ? I guess I ' d have to say pretty woman .
Yeah , my wife likes that one , too . Personally , I prefer action movies .
No , not yet . Is it good ?
Yes , it's quite amusing , actually . Good plot , and Sharon Stone's in it .
Oh , she's good . She must be getting on a bit now .
Yeah , but she looks amazing .
So what's the movie about ?
Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat .
Huh ?
I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil .
I see . Batwoman married the boss ?
No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature .
Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ?
No , Sharon Stone did .
And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ?
Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying ?
I helped my boss organize some grand ceremonies and maintained close relations with newspapers , magazines , the radio and the TV .
If a consumer complains about the quality of your products , what will you do ?
If I am not in the service center , I will assist others in resolving the consumer complaints . And pass the criticism on to the relevant department .
Good morning , Gav ! Did you sleep well last night ?
I slept like a baby . I fell asleep right away last night , didn't wake up once , and didn't have any nightmares !
That's great news ! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday .
I feel much better , but I'm still worried about something .
What's that ?
Well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic .
That's annoying , but nothing to worry about .
For me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ?
Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset .
Ok , I'll try that .
Is there anything else bothering you ?
Just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do .
Do you have any other plans this weekend ?
I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday .
Try not to take on more than you can handle .
You're right . I probably should just work on my paper . Thanks !
Here you are .
Do you have any baggage to check in ?
Yes , one box .
Would you please put it on the scale ?
OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ?
The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ?
First-class .
For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos .
How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ?
Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane .
If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ?
If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight .
I see . Thank you very much for your information .
You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please .
Goodbye !
Willing to help , maybe , but not as helpful as you think .
Really ?
Last night he told the children acliff-hangerstory and both of them were scared out of sleep .
Uh ... I mostly just like to listen . You're the groom . Why don't you go first ?
OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys !
How about As long as You Love Me ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
Don't worry about it .
I don't know what happened to me . I just lost it .
I think you just need to get more sleep .
Yeah , you're right . Good night .
What time dose it start ?
In about 25 minutes .
Then we'd better get started .
What is the problem ?
I had a headache this morning . I didn ' t pay attention to it . I thought probably it is because I didn ' t sleep well . But now it is getting worse and worse . I feel quite dizzy now and my eyes are somehow very light-sensitive . Maybe it is the migrated .
It is ok . You look really pale and red eyes . I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
Where did you See then last ?
Hi Mary . We are really looking forward to a great meal here .
Can I interest you in an appetizer to start out ?
I would love an appetizer . Are they listed in the menu ?
We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall .
I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ?
That would be a great choice !
I'll trust your taste and take one order of that .
We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price .
In that case , we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice .
How can I help you ?
I'd like to two roast beef sandwiches and one fruit salad , please .
Will that be all , sir ?
No , could I also get some extra towels and soap too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I'll have someone bring that up right away . How would you like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes .
Why , Jerry ? Your words just came out of the blue .
You are always happy and able to achieve high scores at school .
I work very hard and that's it , you know , practice makes perfect .
Isn't there anything else ?
I have no idea .
You must have a high IQ score .
Well , Jerry , let me tell you a secret .
Go ahead .
My IQ score is slightly above average .
Seriously ? But you are such a genius .
Maybe I've got a higher EQ . I'm not sure .
Well , perhaps you're right . Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ .
You can say that again , Jerry . And I'm sure you're high in both of them . With a little more time cracking the books , you can also get high marks .
OK , thank you . I'm going to the library , are you coming ?
Let's go !
I've noticed you've been working overtime a lot .
Yeah , I'm in the office till 10 every night . I can't take it anymore . The pay just isn't worth it .
Don't look a gift horse in the mouth ! That was the best they had .
I'm not sure if we've got any now . Books of that kind are on this shelf . Well , I'm afraid we've sold out .
What a pity ! I should have come earlier .
Come some time next week if you like . I think we'll have got some by them .
Ok , I will .
I know but I have no choice . My stomach just keeps crying for more and more .
Why ? I never saw you eat so much before .
I've been going to the gym these days . The exercise makes me hungry all the time .
So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out .
Don't pull my leg .
This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ?
Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now .
Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ?
I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed .
Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise .
Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself .
He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy .
Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato .
Who knows !
Good coming . Are you through with the cleaning ? If not , we'll come back a little later .
Never mind , come right in . I've almost finished . You always keep the room neat and tidy , I must say . It saves me a lot of work , but you should let me do it .
It doesn't take much time . I'm used to tidying up my room myself .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Thank you Dick . Today we are going to talk about the movie Lion King . Tell me Dave , what is your impression of this film ?
Well , I think this film is simply a fable , depicting man ' s eternal greed for power , and in my opinion , it ' s a very fine film . Even despite the accusations of plagiarism traditional folk tales from other countries . The musical score was amazing , the animation was very well done , and the story was simply enchanting .
I think otherwise . Even though the animation was technically strong , and as you say , the score and songs performed by Elton John were great , the film lacks a certain originality ; it lacked heart . And I would dare to say , it was too predictable .
Predictable ! How ! Come on Dick , It ' s a G-rated movie ! It ' s for the kids ! It ' s not a thriller !
Well , that ' s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ' s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ' s just too cliche .
How can it be cliche ? It ' s a fable ! It ' s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love .
You have always been so soft , Dave !
Open your heart Dick . Don ' t shut us out .
Anyway ... That ' s all for today folks ! Join us next time as we talk about & quot , How to lose a guy in 10 days & quot , I ' m sure you ' ll love that one Dave !
You've done a lot , my darling !
I may have done a lot , but none is to my satisfaction .
You're too strict with yourself .
Perhaps . I'm dead tired .
Basically I get 5,000 RIB every month . It is a well-paid job with satisfying working hours .
What are your salary expectations ?
I require 6,500 RIB per month as a start . This is my bottom line , the minimum salary I can accept .
What did he say ?
He advised me to change to a more suitable course .
Why ?
He said that career in law was unsuitable for a women .
It is stupid to say so .
I'm sorry I've already gone through my paycheck for the week .
Thank you just the same .
His nose is out of joint because we forgot to invite him to the party .
Why are you asking me the strange question , Jerry ?
I watched the movie Forrest Gump last night . And the question just lined in my mind .
Well . I think IQ matters more . But it won't work without EQ .
Why ? You seem pretty sure about it .
Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life .
But IQ is decided at birth . One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it .
That's why people's achievement varies greatly .
That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them .
Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ?
I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives .
Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ?
Just as Forrest ?
Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ .
I got it .
You shouldn't be so negative . You ' ll always have some co-workers that are harder to work with than others . But if you are negative and start name-calling in the office , it will make a bad working environment for everybody .
You only say that because you don't have to work with him . The people in your department seem so capable and nice to be around . Take Mary for example . She ' s smart and enthusiastic . I've never met anyone as cheery as she is .
Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses . Even Larry . He might be a pain to be around , but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects . Mary , on the other hand , spends our project money like there's no tomorrow . Also , she's never willing to stay a little later at the office . She always leaves at 5pm sharp .
Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker ? What about Bob ? Everybody loves Bob . Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green , he is a great co-worker .
You're right . He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects . The only thing he's lacking in is experience .
Maybe that's why he's so nice !
Yes . One more is needed .
Oh , I'm so lucky . I want to apply for it .
But do you have any experience like that ?
Yes . I have been a guide for two years .
OK . Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide . If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ?
I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip .
If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ?
No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings .
Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company .
Thank you . It's my honor .
I hope we can make great progress in this new semester .
Hope so .
I hear we ' ll have a new English teacher this semester .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
maybe that's why some young chaps often spend a whole afternoon in a coffee bar , surfing the net or just typewriting something with laptop . While they are savoring a coffee at a leisured pace , they
yes . Behind a lifestyle , there is a culture . Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life . While they may not really life coffee , they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish
then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people .
well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit tea
what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend
well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
$ 40 .
Do you receive cash only ?
We receive credit card as well .
Here is my credit card .
Well take your time . There are so many things to sell .
How much is the desk ?
$ 7 .
The goods in the yard sale are really cheap . I will take it .
Oh , I thought I could make a right turn on red here .
No , sir . The sign says no turn on red .
Oh , I guess I didn't see it .
I'm sorry , sir , but may I see your driver's licence and insurance policy , please ? I have to give you a ticket .
Here they are .
Sign here , please . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Please drive safely , sir .
Thank you , Ma'am .
I wasn't kidding before , OK , I'm fine now .
Honey , have you ever heard that there are a lot of stray cats now .
Yes .
Now they are collected by some volunteers , and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters .
What are you saying ? You are acting weird today .
I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too .
Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me .
That's all right . At least I got myself left .
Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel .
I hope that he would grant me with that .
Hope so .
Silk market .
Is it the one on Xi Shut Street ?
Yes , That ' s right .
I used to work as a teacher .
How did you like your job ?
Oh , if I hadn't moved here I would never thought of changing it .
No , sir . The plant expansion project has been delayed . There was a snag up in the fling process to get the necessary construction permits . It seems that the property we were slated to build on is also habitat for some endangered indigenous species .
You're joking , right ? No wonder we've been tied up with this project . I know the environmental impact statement will take forever to get approval if they've found anything endangered on the site . Are they positive there is evidence of endangered species actually living there ?
The environmental review board has a team on it now . Hopefully we'll know more by the end of the week .
Me too . I ' ll see you after work , huh ?
Yeah , definitely . I was hoping to catch a ride with you .
Sure . Meet me at five .
This is very beautiful . Though I have to confess , I don ' t know the first thing about farming !
That ' s fine ! Don ' t worry about it !
What was that ?
Relax , it was just a goat !
And that ?
It ' s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later .
What was that ?
Honey , seriously , It ' s just a sheep . Relax !
Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable .
You know what ? I don ' t think I can hack it here out in the countryside . I ' m going back to the city !
I ' Ve been a secretary for two years , before that I was at university .
And how do you like working for IBM ?
It ' s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
What kind of style do you want ?
I like miniskirt .
Now let me take your measurements .
When can I get it ?
Three days later .
Thank you , see you then .
Bye-bye .
What's the matter ? Please tell me . Maybe I can help you .
Tom wants me to write a recommendation letter for him , but I don't know how to write it .
Don't worry . I know about this .
Really ? Tell me without delay .
First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name .
Well , I see .
Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence .
It's easy to write those .
You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on .
Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy .
You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter .
What should I write except these ?
You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter
OK , I will remember .
It looks delicious . Can you tell me how to enjoy it ? It's my first time to eat it .
Mix a little soya sauce , vinegar and sliced ginger on this plate and dip the meat in it before eating .
Thanks a lot .
I'd like to speak to someone in your Accounts Department , please .
Just a moment ... I'm afraid there's nobody there right now . Could I take a message ?
Yes , please . My name's Michael Caxton from one of your customers -- Rosedale Investments .
Sorry , just a moment . The name is Caxton ...
No , it's Caxton .
Fine , I've got that . And your company is ...
Rosedale Investments .
Could you spell that , please ?
It's R , O , S , E , D , A , L , E .
Thank you . And the message ?
It's about an invoice which is wrong .
Have you got the number there ?
Um ... yes ... it's 856674 / ros .
856674 .
That's right .
OK , I'll get someone to phone you first thing in the morning .
Thank you very much .
Nothing much . What are you up to ?
I was just concerned about Sam . He hasn't been himself lately .
He took the civil service exam and failed .
That sucks . He must feel depressed .
Yeah . He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days .
Why don't we take him out ? We can try to take his mind off of it . In the least show him that we're there for him .
That's a great idea . Why don't you call him . I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else .
Ok . I'll call you back after I'm done .
Sounds good .
What kind of movie is it ?
It's a feature film .
Oh , I've no interest in such films .
Well , I studied French at school , but I ' Ve forgotten most of it . I learnt some Russian while I was studying there and now I study Spanish in evening classes . Do you speak Japanese at home with your pa
Yes , I do . I ' m learning Chinese now on the internet .
How do you find studying a language on the internet ?
It ' s not easy , particularly with listening and speaking , because sometimes the connection isn ' t too good .
I bet you find the character difficult to write !
Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ' re easy for me .
So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ?
Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ?
In a way , it ' s similar to your experience of learning Chinese . Some Spanish words are very similar to English ones . But I need to practise listening to native speakers and saying the words myself .
Yes , Mr . Li .
How about the microphone and speakers ?
I also have done it .
Good . Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants ?
Yes . They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant .
Sure . Go straight on down this road , take the second left and then the first right . It ' s next to Tiananmen Square .
Thanks .
Don ' t mention it .
That's a big order , Jane . I am really swamped .
I know what you're saying , but I have to go over the books with you before I go see our tax guy .
Right . Okay , let me see what I can do . How about 1:30 right after my lunch meeting ?
A man is pursuing me . He was my schoolmate in college , and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years .
Do you like him ?
Yes , I do like him .
Then why are you hesitating ?
You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted .
One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship .
Maybe you are right .
It was bad .
Oh , honey , you should study harder .
But I already tried my best .
Don't worry . You'll do better next time .
We actually met at a dance party . He fell for me .
He must be all over you the first time he saw you .
He said that I put all other girls in the shade .
That means he was head over heels in love with you .
Well , he indeed likes me .
But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question .
No , he is the sort of man who likes to hide his candle under a bushel .
I am sorry . I can ' t hear your very clearly . Could you say that again , please ?
Does Mark Wyatt work there ?
Mark Wyatt ? I am sorry . The line is terrible . Could you spell that for me , please ?
W-Y-A-T-T , Mark Wyatt .
W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ' t heard of the name . Could you hold on the line when I check .
No problem .
Here are our passports and tickets .
Let's see . Yes , here are your passports back . Did you pack your luggage yourselves ?
Yes , we did . Just this morning .
Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them ?
No , sir . We left directly from the hostel .
Are these four pieces all your luggage ?
Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons .
You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons .
Right . Thanks .
Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half .
Thanks .
Have a nice flight .
What is it ?
Well . I ' Ve done a lot of business for my company . And now I feel like going into business for myself .
Do you mean you want to sell up your company of your own ?
There ' s a possibility . What do you say ?
That ' s not a bad idea . Bet after all you should get some sound financial guarantee .
Which John ? Mr . Turnbow ' s son ?
Yes . I ' Ve read news about him in today ' s paper .
And he ' s bright and intelligent . I ' m sure he can pass the university entrance exam .
I wish he could too .
How ' s your boy , Jack ?
He ' s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up .
Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ' t they ?
Good luck to them .
I would like to speak to Mr . Miles .
I am sorry , sir . He isn't in right now . Would you like to leave a message ?
Yes . Can you tell him Bob White called ?
And your company name , please .
He knows who I am .
Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ?
I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today .
Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called .
Thank you .
Would you like me to go with you ?
I ' d rather you stayed in the office and did these things .
Do you want to type that letter ?
I ' d rather you typed it .
Do you want to tell her ?
I ' d rather you told her .
A one-way ticket to Chicago , please .
How many did you say , sir ?
One adult , please .
That will be six dollars . Out of ten-seven , eight , nine , ten . Thank you .
Never ! He ' s over 80 , isn ' t he ?
He ' s nearly 90 .
Good gracious ! Are you sure ?
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
Not at all .
If I have time , I will come again .
You are welcome at any time .
Thank you for your hospitality . I hope I didn ' t cause you too much trouble during my stay .
You are most welcome .
I ' m afraid I have to go now . The plane will take off soon .
Call us as soon as you got home .
She will insist . It's a rosary . She has millions of them . Take it .
What did she mean just now about raising pigs ?
Oh ! My grandmother used to say " raising pigs , raising kids ... at least you can eat the pigs . "
Ha-ha . I get it . That's funny . Your cousin's a real sarcastic lady .
She likes to complain about her macho husband and her " bambinos " , but she loves them all dearly .
What's on tonight ?
I want to see ' Click . '
Who is in this movie ?
I don't know . My friend told me it was a touching movie .
What ? You're kidding ! Let me see that ... There must be some mistakes .
I'm afraid you'll need to have your visa extended before we can have you check in .
Oh , it's a pity .
Thank you for saying that . It's a present from my girlfriend .
She certainly has the taste .
Yes , I ' ll have the Texas chili burger .
Would you like fries with that ?
A large , with tons of ketchup .
And to drink ?
I ' ll have a diet coke , please .
Is this dine-in or take-out ?
Take-out , please .
Yes , I would like to use the ATM to make a payment . But I need to pay 3 parties at once .
No problem at all . With this service , you can pay up to 10 parties at one time . Are these parties on your current beneficiaries list ?
They are , yes . How should I do this ?
Select ' pay multiple beneficiaries ' , here ... then select ' pay from the account ' in the drop down menu ... OK , good . Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference .
Yes , I've got that here ...
And your statement reference and the payment amount . Click on next , then ' pay beneficiaries ' . That's it ! All done .
Coffee ? I don ' t honestly like that kind of stuff .
Come on , you can at least try a little , besides your cigarette .
What ' s wrong with that ? Cigarette is the thing I go crazy for .
Not for me , Dick .
Hiring , firing , training , insurances , benefits , retirement plans , salary , vacation .
They take care of a lot of things .
But most of time , they provide assistances .
What do you mean ?
Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates .
Yes ?
The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits .
OK .
Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate .
I see .
This is Kevin .
My name is Joan Harris . I ' m calling from St . Johns Hospital . Are you still interested in a job as a service technician ?
Yes .
I have good news for you . You ' Ve got an interview . Can you come to the Human Resources Office on Thursday at 9 30 am ?
wow ! That ' s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ?
345 Stony Creek Avenue .
Thank you very much . I ' ll be there on time .
Excellent . I ' ll see you on Thursday at 9 30 .
Yes .
Could you please get me a takeaway ? I have some urgent work to finish . So I don ' t have enough time to go out for lunch .
No problem . What should I bring ?
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
Where do you think you lost it ? Outside the hotel ?
Yes , I believe so . How should I compensate for this ?
I'm afraid , ma'am , you have to pay U . S . $ 100 since you lost the key .
What ! One hundred U . S . dollars . Is it covered by the insurance ?
I'm afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
Hello , Miss Wu .
Long time no see . How is everything at home ?
Pretty good , thank you . And you ?
OK , thanks . Anything I can do for you ?
I need to remit £ 500 to London .
Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ?
T / T , please .
Very well , Mr . Jones .
No , not yet . I ' m still looking . I ' Ve been doing some work through a temp-agency though .
What kind of work ?
I ' m temping at a pharmaceutical company .
What do you do there ?
Mostly office work - filing and so on .
How long is the assignment ?
Till the end of the month .
Yeah , I really got a lot of the session . The workshop topic was resolving personal problems . It was led by a professional human resources director . The teacher had a lot of experience , and I think we were all given a really good base to start with .
The workshop was only one afternoon long , do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours ?
It depends on the topic , the teacher , and the way the course is set up . Yesterday , even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues , the workshop got us all thinking . We learned some very basic , but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues .
Sounds like you really learned a lot .
I did ... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared .
I didn't know you liked old movies .
I love them , especially the all-time greats like Gone With the Wind .
You're so right ! Today's movies are just too commercial !
Sometimes I think Oscars are only awarded to movies that make a lot of money .
Yes . After so many years of hard work , I ' d rather I had an office of my own .
If you need help , don ' t hesitate to ask me .
I ' ll be very glad if you would help .
I ' d like to wish you every success in your new venture .
Thank you . I wish I would .
Good luck to you .
What's the problem ?
He's been late for work twice .
Okay , I'll speak to him .
The Godfather and The Godfather II , of course . They were both directed by Francis Ford Coppola .
Whew ! I'm impressed ! You really know your stuff !
Only about old movies , really ...
What ?
I said , Bonjour !
What ' s wrong with you , Ted ?
I ' m speaking French . Don ' t you know anything ?
What ' s wrong with speaking English ?
Well , I just got back from my language school . We have to speak French all day there . No English allowed !
What are you doing that for ?
I ' m trying to learn new skills . It makes me more qualified for a good job .
Good for you .
They are beautiful .
Why not take a picture ?
Of course . I will .
Yes , of course . This is really a nice party with wonderful people and lovely wines .
I ' m glad you ' re enjoying it .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
You did a fabulous job .
Are you telling me that I passed the test ?
That's what I'm telling you .
What did I mess up on ?
You did mess up a little on one thing .
Tell me .
You had a little trouble on your parallel parking .
That's not easy for me .
That's something that you really need to work on .
Am I still going to get my license ?
You're still going to get it .
I want to have a bath .
Do you want to have a tub bath , surfing bath or shower ?
Shower , please .
All right . The fitting room is over there .
How much should I pay ?
$ 100 . But we will charge you $ 200 as a deposit .
Oh , that's George . He looks very drunk .
What's he like normally ?
Oh , he's really reserved , normally . But , from what I hear , he's got lots of problems .
Really ? What kind of problems ?
Well , off the record , of course , but I hear that he's got terrible debts . He has his own company , and it's not going very well .
Really ? Well , I hate to say this , but I'm not surprised .
Really ? What makes you say that ?
Well , he doesn't look very honest .
I know , that's the problem . He can't find any customers . It's a pity , really , because his products are very good . Oh , that reminds me . Did I tell you about my new laptop ?
Oh , don't talk to me about laptops . Mine crashed on Friday and I lost everything . I hate them .
Oh , really ?
Look , I need another drink . Do you want one ?
Yes , I'll have another cocktail .
Vodka martini ?
Absolutely .
I'll be back in a sec .
OK . I'll wait here for you .
I wouldn't call myself introverted . Sometimes I enjoy being by myself very much . But other times I like sharing activities with others too .
What kind of personality do you think you have ?
Well , I approach things very enthusiastically , I think , and I don ' t like to leave something half-done . It makes me nervous . I can ' t concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together .
What basic principles do you apply to your life ?
Working hard and being frugal are both virtues . I strive to practise these two virtues in my life .
Where are you planning on looking for one ?
I don't know .
I can tell you where I got mine .
Where did you go to find yours ?
IKEA has beautiful furniture .
Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ?
The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars .
How good of quality is the furniture ?
It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for .
I don't mind paying for quality workmanship .
I assure you that you're paying for quality .
Not bad . Everything goes well .
Oh hi Jim . No I just got back . I thought you were on vacation now .
No , I wish I was ! I just got back from Spain actually .
Oh wonderful ! Have you been there before or was it your first time ?
My first time . I've traveled around Europe a lot , but this was my first time to Spain . It was amazing , and the weather was just beautiful ! No rain , and just sun , sun , sun ...
I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights .
Well , I really recommend Spain . You really should go . Anyway , it's been great to catch up , but I must be going , this is my floor . Speak again soon I hope .
OK , I ' Ve been looking for a job for days , and I haven ' t found one yet . It's so hard finding work these days . Have you had any luck ?
Yes , I've got a job , a waiter's job in a restaurant .
Are you well paid ?
Well , $ 10 per hour , but I can keep the tips . That comes to roughly $ 80 every evening
Not bad .
Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ' ll surely get it .
That ' s great ! I ' ll go there right now and speak with the boss .
There ' s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ' Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job .
That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot .
Think nothing of it , Tony . I ' m sure you ' d do the same for me .
Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know .
First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . '
Be a yes-man , you mean ?
You may put it that way if you like . Don ' t worry . You ' ll have no problem .
I hope not .
Hey ! I learn a lot from the psychologists who give advice in those columns !
No wonder you're such a wacko ...
Whatever ... Smell ! Perfume samples !
Nice . Hey , I like the layout of this page ...
You mean , you like the pictures of the beautiful models ... Hello ?
It's me , Ali . There's this strange guy who keeps coming around . He's been here three times this week .
He's probably a pervert . Just ignore him .
He makes me nervous . He looks at me funny . And he never buys anything !
Maybe he wants to get something for his girlfriend , but he's embarrassed .
The nearest one is about ten minutes ' walk from here .
how can I get there ?
just walk down this road and you'll find it . it's on the right side .
Well , I think you are very good at doing the dishes , so maybe you should do them for another week .
No . We made an agreement that we would take turns doing the dishes . Now it's your turn to do them .
OK , I'll do them .
He is playing hob with the fact .
Why do you say so ?
Because he stayed with me all the time that night .
My company wants to become involved in your Comprehensive Credit Granting . We are a very young company and I'm not at all sure if we meet your credit requirements .
It is possible to take into account special circumstances , should the manager agree to it . If your credit rating has been class A in your initial trading period and your debt to asset ratio is sound , and then I'm sure the manager will see you to discuss it further . I'll set up a meeting for you .
That would be wonderful . Thank you so much for all of your help .
I am not surprised , you eat too much .
And I suppose sitting at the desk all day at the office doesn't help .
No , I wouldn't think so .
I do wish I could lose weight .
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class .
Yes , maybe I should .
Could you put me through to Dan Aykroyd ?
He's on holiday for the week , I'm afraid . Can I help ?
Could you leave him a message ?
Sure .
Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned .
You'd better spell that !
Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R .
Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ?
Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it .
OK , will do . Bye .
Thanks . Bye .
Yeah , I just need to make the final touches .
How long until you're finished ?
I'm finished . What do you think ?
I like my hair so much .
Do you really ?
It's beautiful .
Well , thank you very much .
How much is it for my hair ?
You owe me $ 55 .
Thanks for everything .
You are very welcome . Come back again .
Good idea . We could meet on Monday or Tuesday . Which day would you prefer ?
Tuesday would be good for me .
OK . Do you think we should meet in the morning or in the afternoon ?
I think the afternoon would be best .
That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you .
Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting .
Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ?
I feel that the whole committee needs to be there .
Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ?
Yes , I know how to get there on my own .
Great ! We will send you all the details later . Looking forward to meeting with you !
Here you are . seventy-five cent , please .
And please sent this letter by registered mail .
Is there anything valuable in it ?
There ' s a check of two hundred dollars and photograph .
Shall I make out a receipt ?
No . don ' t bother .
That ' ll be ninety-five cents in all .
I heard that too . She must be making a pocket . Well , good for her .
now , she ' ll be able to save up for that holiday in the united states .
yes , she will . At the moment , the exchange rate is very favorable , so she should try to go as soon as possible , while it ' s cheaper .
you ' re right . By the way , did you hear that tom inherited some money recently ?
really ? I thought his parents had died several years ago .
they did . He inherited the money form an uncle . I hope he doesn ' t lose a lot of it in taxed to the government .
dying can be very expensive nowadays ! What ' s he going to do with it ?
he said that he would probably invest most of it . He ' s got a well-paid job , so he doesn ' t need the money to cover day-to day expenses . He just wants some extra money available for when he retires .
I had some good financial news yesterday too .
really ? Have you won a fortune in the lottery ?
no , but I got a pay rise of 5 % and a hours for all the hard work I ' Ve put in recently . I think it was very nice for my boss to show his appreciation in that way .
It certainly was ! So , what are you going to do with your windfall ?
I hope that I can finally find free time too . I ' Ve been so busy at work recently .
How might you spend the weekend .
I hope to do a little gardening . I find it very relaxing .
I might do that too . I hope the weather is nice . I could go and play some golf .
I heard that the weather should be good . There ' s a possibility of a shower , but it ' s not very likely .
Hopefully , we ' ll both have relaxing weekends .
Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true .
Unfortunately , there ' s always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention .
I should be most delighted .
Thank you , Mr . White .
Delighted I was able to help .
yeah , and most excitingly , I met the girl living under me today . She's really nice .
is she American ?
yeah , and most importantly , she's single ! Man , I could tell from the moment I saw her , she's the girl of my dreams !
so I take it you two are hitting it off ? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor , but what if you break up ?
I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her .
sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ?
not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby .
that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ?
you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight .
good luck !
thanks !
Yes , I wanna go to America for my vacation .
No problem . Actually , we have some great packages . The most exciting season of Hawaii is now . How about a relaxing vacation in Hawaii ?
Sounds good . Are there any group tours I can go with ?
Yes . There will be one at the end of this month . For many people , a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails . For others , it ' s all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds . Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation , Hawaii gives you the best of both .
Great . So how long is the trip ?
15 days . The transportation by air will take five days .
Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ?
Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ' s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ' s Lodge
Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ?
Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything .
Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it .
Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week .
Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ...
Yes , sir . It will be a great pity !
Well . Ok , I will take it .
Thank you !
It is very nice .
The telephone is by the end . Dial 0 for reception .
Can I order room service ?
Yes , here's the menu . You can order from reception .
Good .
This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed .
OK . thanks .
Your bags will be here shortly .
Let's see . From here , you have to take the 278bus .
Oh ok , where do I get off ?
You should get off at the first Shi Da stop .
Ok , thanks ...
You're new at this , huh ?
No , is it difficult ?
No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off .
How much does it cost ?
Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus .
Wow , I can't thank you enough .
Don't mention it .
Kobe Bryant , of course .
Kobe ? I know him , the key guy of the Lakers , a heck of a NBA player . He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense .
He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand .
Maybe he is not good ay rebounding ?
indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
well then , what are your spoils ?
well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
Swimming . What about you ?
Indoors activities , such as chess and gymnastics .
Here is the notice .
Could you show me your ID , Please ?
Sure , here you are .
A moment , please .
Well ! You like sea food ?
Yes , I do .
Then I'd like to suggest you try Anchor Inn on Seaside Drive .
Is it very far from here ?
No , you can walk from here .
It's no problem . I have time today , and I think it's important that you find a good place .
It would be hard for just me to do it . I don't know the city at all .
So what do you see in there ?
This one sounds good . Efficiency with view of the lake . Utilities and parking included . Newly remodeled kitchen . $ 470 .
Can you afford that much ?
No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency .
Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment . Usually one large room and a small bathroom . There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person .
How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ?
That means the apartment has furniture in it .
That's good .
Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture .
Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 .
It's still pretty expensive .
Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one .
Alright . What's the phone number ?
256-7797 .
Got it . What else do you see ?
This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate . Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment . Does this mean I have to share a room with them ?
No . It probably means they have a large apartment . Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms . They need someone for the empty bedroom .
That sounds alright .
Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all . If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them .
Here's the number , 256-4367 .
Got it . Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments .
Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this .
Don't mention it , Larry . What are friends for anyway ?
I ' m playing with my toys , Dad .
You ' d better tidy up the room now , or you ' ll get your mum ' s back up .
I'm sorry Marry is out right now .
When will she be back ?
Why don't you call back later this afternoon ?
It ' s quite an interesting place to live . The best thing to do in my city is go shopping . There are several indoor and outdoor markets , department stores and shopping malls .
Is the traffic bad in the city centre ?
Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , Thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many sports events in my city . We have several sports venues for football , rugby , and cricket-even ice-skating and ice hockey .
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more ' cultural " , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
Yes , I watched United play Chelsea . What a fierce battle ! allay were engaged in intensive pressing and tackling in midfield . Well , it was not like a normal English League match .
No , it wasn't . Rather , it looked like a Bundesliga match , where physical contact is so frequent . English League teams are apt to pass the midfield quickly with long passes . It seems to me English soccer players are very gentlemanly . As Diego Maradona spoke teasingly , they often knew only chasing hard after the ball , but forgot to steal it .
Haha . That's probably why slide tackle and fouls are less common , and offsides more frequent in English League matches than those on the Continent . And the ball is often kept flying overhead , drawing beautiful curves in the sky . Such games are quite pleasing to the eye .
Which team do you back then ?
I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking .
But the Reds keep a weak midfield . I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield . It is the main source of its strength .
Oh , yes . Step inside , will you ? I'll give you an idea of what business I want to take up with you . Take a seat . We can go into details later .
Thank you .
Our speciality back in South Africa is wholesale supplying of screws , bolts , nuts , pins , studs , and that kind of things .
For wood or for metal ?
For both . Now , do you make machines for producing such things ?
Yes , we have a showroom not far away from here , Mr . Black . Are you free now ?
Yes , quite free until noon .
Fine . Then , shall we go right away ? I have a car outside .
Have you ? That's splendid . Just let me get my things together . I won't keep you long .
Take your time , sir . I can wait .
We have a good variety . What decade would you like ?
I was hoping I could find something made in the ' 20s .
There are six on this table .
I hope at least one of them has dancing figures .
Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures .
So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one .
That one will bring you many hours of pleasure .
Does a warranty come with this music box ?
I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own .
I just thought I would ask .
When you buy a Model T , you can't expect a warranty .
I'm looking for a Sharp DVD Player .
Sure . Any particular model ?
Yes . The DS102 series .
Oh , I'm afraid we've sold out of those . They were really popular .
Will you be getting more in .
Yes . But not for about 2 weeks .
But I think it wasn't too bad .
Really ? Do you like the story ? It's sheer nonsense !
It's exaggerated . Actually this sort of thing happens to everyone .
Hello . Yes , I've just read your leaflet about the new MoneyLink Card . I was wondering how I go about applying for one .
This scheme has just started and you will be one of our first 100 customers , so if your application is accepted , you will receive some rather nice perks .
That does sound good . I'm already an account holder , have been for many years . And I already have your existing card .
That should make things perfectly simple , then . Actually , if you had waited a little while longer , we would have notified you by post .
Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ?
May I have your details , and I'll check for you .
Certainly ...
OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card .
Wonderful ! And , you mentioned ' perks ' ? I do hope I'll be getting some of those .
Yes , I would .
Now this is our office block . We have all the administrative departments Sales , Accounting , Personnel , Market Research and so on .
What's that building opposite us ?
That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored . We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops . This is the delivery bay here .
Oh , I see .
The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result .
Oh , really ?
I'll take you to the assembly shop ...
Tell me about fees .
What fees are you referring to ?
I want to know about overdraft fees .
We charge a small fee every time you overdraft .
How much ?
For each time you overdraft , you have to pay $ 25 .
That ' s not a small fee .
You shouldn ' t overdraft .
That ' s for sure .
Do you need help with anything else ?
That ' s all I needed to know . Thanks .
He is in the bedroom and fallen asleep .
What ? It ' s only 9 p . m . Now . Why today he went to bed so early ?
He ran four miles and came back dead beat .
Oh , I see .
Good morning . I'm calling to ask if you have a vacant apartment .
Do you have any particular type of apartment in mind ?
I prefer a one-bedroom apartment .
Are you renting it alone or with company ?
I'll share it with one of my friends . What ' s in a one-bedroom apartment ?
A one-bedroom apartment has one bedroom , a living room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
Is there any furniture ?
No , but a fridge and a stove .
It sounds wonderful . Do I have to sign a lease ? How much should I pay ?
Yes , it ' s a one-year lease . And $ 200 a week with one month refundable deposit .
When can I come over ?
Would Friday morning be alright ?
OK . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Good morning , sir .
Could you tell me please where can I find a currents exchange ?
Right here , how can i help you today , sir ?
I'd like to exchange 5000 Singapore dollars into the US dollars please .
Do you have an account this bank , sir ?
Yes , here is my account number .
May i please see ID ?
Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ?
Today's rate is 2 . 57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir . Please count it and sign your name here .
Yes , it is the credit demand . Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ?
You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ?
900 dollars .
How would you like it ?
I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ?
Ok , here you are .
Thank you , have a nice day .
Thank you , have a good day .
I'll teach you how to keep her .
Tell me , please .
After you've solved this problem for me .
Sure , here you are .
Thanks , I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy . Are you ok ?
Yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better .
Well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy .
Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt .
Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . '
Exactly .
All right . What would you like to drink ?
Diet Coke .
Regular or large ?
Regular , please .
OK . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
For here or to go ?
For here .
It will be a piece of cake .
For what days , madam ?
Leaving on September 5th and returning to New York City on October 9th .
Do you prefer an aisle or a window seat ?
I prefer to sit next to a window .
How would like to pay ?
I have a Master Card .
I have booked you for one window seat on American airline flight No . 409 . Have a good trip !
How did he make a fortune ?
He didn't make any effort . His aunt died and left him a fortune .
You're right . We're not really into used stuff .
Well , I've grown to like second-hand things . I wouldn't have gotten through university without them !
There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan , besides auction websites .
I use those sites . Hey ! Let's go check out a flea market later .
Great ! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping !
Not yet , Dad . I am watching Ultraman instead . No , no , Dad . Please . This program is on only once a week .
Daniel , as a matter of fact , TV is bad for your health .
What makes you think that ?
It's full of violence and you are so young .
But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things .
Wait . What's the time , honey ?
About 6 .
It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed . American Idol , There you go .
Dad , it's not fair . I am so disappointed with you !
Sounds good , when ?
When is it convenient for you ?
Any time is fine .
Could you and your wife be ready at nine o'clock ?
Please wait for us even if we're a little late .
Never mind . I'll be waiting for you .
See you then .
OK . Bye !
I don't have any plans .
Yes , I am an outgoing person who likes to be with a lot of friends .
What is your strategy in communicating with colleagues ?
Well , the most important thing in communication is your sincerity .
Why do you say that ?
The city is beautiful , the off ... , the offices are modern and comfortable , and the work is so interesting .
Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I ' Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that ' s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I ' m a GS - 15 . That ' s high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
Hello . Is my laundry ready ? My room number is 210 .
I'm afraid it is still being washed .
Can you take the stain off ?
Yes , we can . But you need wait a moment .
That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight .
Yes , it will be ready then .
OK . By the way , please get them pressed .
No problem .
Are you working fewer hours than you used to work ?
I got laid off .
You usually qualify if you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours .
Do all jobs provide unemployment ?
Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ' t .
Do you think that my job pays unemployment ?
You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you .
Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ?
There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned . They will let you know when you file your claim .
Sure . thanks .
Say when .
Yes . I'd like to book a double room with bath .
For what time , sir ?
I plan to arrive on August fifth and leave on August eighth .
From August fifth to eighth . Just a moment . Yes , we have a vacancy for that period . What's your name , please ?
Li Gang .
That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth .
That's right .
By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash .
I see . When can I receive your confirmation ?
Not until you have paid 10 percent margin .
I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address .
Thank you . Bye .
What exactly is wrong with the plumbing ?
The toilet flushes really slowly .
Are there any problems with the plumbing in the kitchen ?
Both the kitchen and the bathroom plumbing are messed up .
How long have you had these problems ?
It has been going on for a while , but just started to get worse this morning .
I will send someone out to take a look at the problem . Will you be home this afternoon ?
Yes , I will be home this afternoon .
Fine . I will be there around two . If someone is not there , I will use my key to get in .
Sorry , not yet ! can you help me to select the dress ? i don , t what i should wear to fit thinner party .
Just dress formal .
How about transom ?
It is too loud , we ' ll handle some official business first before the dinner .
Oh , i nearly forget it .
You can put on your white shoes , it fits every occasion .
Really ? Do I look happy all the time ?
All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers .
Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ' s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus 5 and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
I don't recall .
No , I don't think so . I think the Internet would be better .
OK , but I am going to look at the want ads in this newspaper first .
well , there is no doubt that many people have found jobs through the want ads in the newspaper .
But of course ! How much are you thinking of spending on dinner ?
She deserves nothing but the best , of course .
In that case , I would suggest our own hotel restaurant . The chef , the food , and the service are outstanding .
I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant . Do you have another one in mind ?
You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees .
Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me .
Yes , sir . You're going to have a great time .
All right . How about other guests ?
The rest of us will have this today's special , please .
OK .
I'm sorry but I ordered sole , not the same as the others . Will you change it ?
I'm afraid we have no more sole .
Then , I'll have this pork cute instead .
Certainly . Just a moment , sir .
Which credit card are you speaking of ?
My Master Card .
We sent that bill out a couple of weeks ago .
I never got it .
Your bill was mailed already .
What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ?
If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office .
Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ?
If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake .
Thanks for everything .
Don't mention it . Call back if you have any more questions .
Just so-so . Where did you get it ?
I bought it on a street market . A real bargain !
I'd much rather buy expensive but good quality clothing , because it is not only nice but lasts a long time .
It is beautiful ! Look , there are so many birds around it .
It is a great place for a relaxing vacation .
Listen to the sound of nature ! It's like music .
Yeah , I agree . It makes you feel really good .
What are those ?
Do you mean the red things ? They are roses .
I'm going to take more pictures today .
Me , too .
Certainly , sir .
I'm afraid there has been a mistake .
I'm sorry , sir . What seems to be the trouble ?
I believe you have charged me twice for the same thing . Look , the figure of 6 . 5 dollar appears here , then again here .
I'll just go and check it for you , sir .
920 pm , I couldn't say . I can't remember .
Are you sure you can't remember ?
I'm absolutely certain .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
Hi . You look excited . What's happening ?
I just heard that our school will hold a singing contest in 5 days .
And you're planning to enter ?
Of course . This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice .
Is there a prize ?
I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio .
Do you think you have a chance ?
A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain . Everyone says my voice is beautiful .
But you haven't practised all that much .
I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag !
Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help .
Yeah , maybe .
No problem . Would you like some artificial carnations ?
Oh , no . Carnations are not very elegant . Artificial flowers have no passion .
How much did you want to spend ?
Money is no object .
Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily .
I will take ten .
Do you want to add some baby ' s breath for that ? They are equally popular now .
Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ?
Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge .
That's ok . Here is the address .
Yes , to tell you the truth , there is .
What is it ?
Well , I've lost my wallet and my ID card .
Oh , that's too bad ! I am sorry to hear that !
Forget it , there is no use crying over the spilled milk .
I used to be an atheist . But in recent months , I couldn't but form a more favorable opinion of horoscope .
That sounds interesting . Have you been involved in any mystery ?
Not exactly , except that I find horoscope predictions increasingly accurate . I came upon a website which sends me an up-dated message by e-mail each day forecasting my experience in detail . It is amazing to find these forecasts largely in line with my daily life .
What did it say about you then ?
For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some " unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee .
But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science .
Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud . If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it .
For fun . It serves as a shared topic to them . While they claim to consult the predictions constantly and marvel at their " accuracy ' . they do not necessarily take them seriously . When it that these predictions are matched by their real-life experiences , they delight in spreading the thrill with friends . But if there isn't any correlation between reality and predictions , they just grin , forget about them , and go on living as usual .
Yeah . If you are available now , let me describe your work duties , OK ?
What am I expected to do ?
As a newcomer , you are going to be responsible for some basic tasks first , including certain routine duties like answering the telephone and typing . Later , you will be assigned to the Sales Department .
I see . It must be a challenging job , but I would like to do it . And what about now ?
For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly .
OK , I'll get to work on it at once .
Oh , come on ! I have sixteen items ! Cut me some slack , will ya ?
Fine ! Please place your items on the belt and push your shopping cart through . Do you prefer paper or plastic ?
Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
Not a bad idea !
What would you like to see in Beijing ?
Well , let's see . I'd like to go to the Summer Palace .
I'll pick you up here tomorrow .
He is the guy I was telling you about .
I'll try a steak sandwich .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Yes , I'd like a chocolate shake .
That sounds good . I think I'll have the same .
Sure , what time ?
Eight o'clock tomorrow evening .
For how many people ?
Ten .
Western food or Chinese food ?
Chinese food .
Do you want an expensive meal ?
No , not too lavish .
How much would you like to spend for each person ?
What is the usual thing here ?
Forty to eighty RIB Yuan a plate .
Let's say sixty Yuan then .
OK . Is there anything special you'd like to have on the menu ?
We'd like to have typical Chinese food .
Anything you'd rather not have ?
No snakes , please .
How about drinks ?
Mao Tai and Qingdao Beer .
Well . Dinner for ten at sixty Yuan a plate , drink's extra , at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening . Is that all right ?
Right , thanks .
My pleasure , see you tomorrow evening .
See you then .
The supreme goal of ours is to be in the leadership in marketing .
Well , it is a really high target .
Yes . We can make great efforts to make it become true as long as we have a clear goal .
Sorry , I thought you knew .
But you should have told me you were in love with her .
Didn't I ?
You know you didn't .
Well , I'm telling you now .
Yes , but you might have told me before .
I didn't think you'd be interested .
You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ?
Sorry , I didn't think it mattered .
Oh , you men ! You're all the same .
Sure , which beach are we going to ?
I wanted to go to Malibu beach .
I like Santa Monica .
The water there looks so dirty .
I just like the pier they have at Santa Monica .
I like the pier too , because it's beautiful at night .
Is Malibu beach nice ?
It's a lot nicer , and I really like it better .
So you want to go to Malibu ?
If that's okay with you .
Sure , let's go to Malibu .
For most of the articles in the catalog , we have good supply .
Here's our inquiry list . You'll find the required items , specifications and quantities all there .
Thanks . I'll look into it and let you have our firm offers tomorrow .
I don't need to remind you that the market has become very competitive .
You'll find our prices very favorable .
That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ?
Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis .
Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ?
Certainly . We can work them out for you .
Would you like orchestra seats ?
Isn't there anything less expensive ?
Not unless you want the matinee .
Yes , please . I'd like the steak and mushrooms .
How would you like your steak , rare , medium , or well-done ?
I'd like it well done , please .
What kind of potatoes would like to go with that , mushed , boiled , or baked ?
I think i have bake potatoes . And i now have a ice tea with lemon on the side , please .
Good , and would you care for soup or salad to start with ?
I'd like cream onion soup please .
Will you have desert to be , madam ?
I want to skip desert . That all , thank you .
OK , I'll be with you in a moment .
No . We broke up last month . I ' m taking a break from dating for a while .
Did you break up amicably ? Sometimes couples row a lot before splitting up .
We just decided to stop seeing each other . It was all very amicable . Are you still going out with mike ?
Yes , I am . We ' re thinking about getting engaged . We ' Ve been dating for over a year now .
Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ?
I havn't seen her for a while . She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her . He was seeing a girl form his office . One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon .
Really ? They ' Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ?
I think it ' s 26th September . I ' ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night .
Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you .
He certainly looks interested , doesn ' t he ? Shall we invite him over to our table ?
This is Soft , may I speak to Lamely ?
This is Lamely .
Hello , Lamley . Are you free tomorrow ?
Yes .
Would you like to go to an activation with me ?
I'd like to . see you tomorrow .
See you .
I like fishing too . I usually fish near the lake .
I want to go fishing today , but I have left my rod and fishing line at home .
What a shame .
By amenities , exactly what do you mean , please ?
You know , the things that are free , like the soap and the shampoo .
Okay , I got it . You've already run out of all your amenities ?
No , I still have plenty left , even if I took three baths a day .
I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ?
I need to take home some souvenirs !
Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs !
Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection .
If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything .
Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ?
No problem at all , sir . Housekeeping will deliver you all the amenities you like in a bit .
We mostly handle office furniture . We supply first-class furniture . Here are our catalogue and the pattern books . You can see the material is superior and with all the latest styles . Can you give me some idea about what you're looking for ?
You know , we want to totally furnish our new office building . This is a list of what we need . Could you give me a ballpark figure for everything on this list ?
The price varies somewhat according to the size of your order . Would you tell us the quantity you want so that we can work out an offer ?
If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff , we intend to buy several thousand sets .
It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest .
I hope you will make us your best offer , CIF New York .
I found it a garage sale once .
What a find ! So , how much does it cost ?
Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
Yes , speaking . May I help you ?
This morning we rented a car and we are on the way to Niagara Falls . I'm afraid we have a car accident near the border .
That's too bad . What kind of accident is it ? Are you all right ?
I'm all right , but my friend is seriously injured . Will you call an ambulance and the police ?
OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened .
I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left .
Sure ... first you're going to have to buy a ticket to ride on the subway . The Wudaokou station is on the lightrail , so you'll have to transfer . Be sure you buy a combination ticket for the regular subway and the lightrail . It should cost you 5 yuan .
An after I buy the ticket , where should I go ?
You can take the red line train from here , but you'll have to transfer to the blue line at Fuxingmen transfer station . After you transfer , take the blue line that is heading north towards Fuchengmen .
So I transfer from red to blue , then how long do I ride the blue ?
You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system .
It sounds so complicated !
No , not the really , don't worry about it , like I said there'll be a lot of people there doing the same thing that you are doing , so just follow the crowd , There's only one direction to go , so you won't get on the wrong train . Head north on the Yellow line , and you'll see Wudaokou in just a couple of stops .
Yes . I feel terrible . I have been coughing for the whole morning .
Do you feel anything else ?
Yes . I feel chilly and sluggish .
Have you had similar feelings before ?
No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me .
Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest .
Thank you very much .
What a good idea !
What kind shall we get ?
We could go to more places this time , if you liked .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
So what ?
You want to watch , don ' t you ?
Not really . I couldn ' t careless about the Olympic Games .
Please yourself .
We'll notify you next Thursday at the latest . Shall I telephone you ?
OK .
All right . Thank you for coming today .
Thank you for your interview with me .
Here . Do you have a registration card ?
Yes . Here you are .
Please register your information here and pay for it . And I ' ll make a medical record for you .
OK . How much do I need to pay for the registration ?
Please pay ten yuan for the registration .
Here is my money .
This is your registration card . Please don ' t lose it and bring it whenever you come .
Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ?
Go down this way until you come to the drugstore . Make a left turn and it's just there .
He is in his office , but you'd better choose your words carefully while talking to him .
What's up ?
Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
I ' m going to put it on this table , Sam .
Don ' t do that . Give it to me .
What are you going to do with it ?
I ' m going to put it here , in front of the window .
Be careful . Don ' t drop it ! Don ' t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf .
There we are ! It ' s a lovely vase .
Those flowers are lovely , too .
Sorry , I don ' t know the rule about punching .
That ' s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From eleven thirty to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Has he been late before ?
Yes , once last week .
Thanks for letting me know .
Sure . What's your room number , sir ?
It's 876 . Here is my key card .
A minute , please . It's 6215 yuan all together , tax included .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Yes , could you tell me if there is a laundry in this hotel ?
yes , It ' s on the third floor
Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome
Not bad . There ' s a new English teacher .
Oh , what ' s she like ?
She is beautiful .
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
Sorry , I'm supposed to be with my son .
Okay , I'll ask Bob to cover it .
Thanks . I appreciate it .
Of course .
How can you be so sure ? Do you know something I don't ?
I have a plan for handling WebTracker . Step one is the Stars . com contract .
What's step two ?
Don't worry about that , Dave . Look , I have to see Vince now . Think about what I said .
What do you think is wrong , the math or the way your answer was scored ?
Both .
I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes , too . Will that work for you ?
Yeah , I'm ready .
Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake .
These look strange .
Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ?
OK , let's do the calculation .
We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage .
I see .
Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask !
Well ... this one costs more , but it has a much better sound . This part of it is made of wood , not plastic . And there's a tone control , too .
I only want it for the kitchen . I like to listen to the news at breakfast time .
Hmm ... well , the other one is good for the money . It's much cheaper . We sell clot of them and all our customers are satisfied with them .
Hmm ... I'd like the cheaper one , please . Can I pay hy cheque ?
Certainly .
Well , I remember walking pass the baker shop .
But you forgot to get the bread .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
He ' s fine . He retired last week . It ' s turning point in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
I know that they are auspicious fish . It's quite popular nowadays .
For God's sake ! It's too bloody . How can people be so cruel ?
Not at all . I think the tattoos are so cool and chic .
You can't prick the fish to please the sick tastes of some bloody people .
Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal .
Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ?
OK , I understand , but what else could we do ?
Easy . View the home page of the company , and see if they need staff . Many websites offer two-way service , such as job-hunting and talent hunting .
Which websites are most popular ?
21st Talent Website , 51 Job , and Zhaopin . com are most popular .
Not much . I started exercising .
Trying to get in shape ?
Yeah , and I need to start improving my health .
Me too . What are you doing besides exercising ?
That's about all .
I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously .
Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems .
Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy .
True . But I think it is worth it . When you get old , you want to be healthy and active .
I really would rather just listen . Isn't there anyone else who wants to sing ?
Come on ! In the two hours we've been here , you haven't sung even one song !
I know , but ... Hey , Jim's here ! I've been waiting to hear him sing all night .
Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him ? He loves ' The King ' .
I'll put the song at the front of the list .
Sure . What's this for ?
I ' m taking some measurements for new curtains .
What about measuring the floor for a new carpet , and the walls for new wallpaper ?
I thought we'll just fix up the wood floor . and use some paint for the walls .
Good idea . I was thinking the same myself .
Tomorrow we'll go and pick out some curtains and paint .
We want to order 3,000 cases and hope to deliver the goods in two equal lots .
When do you want to deliver the goods ?
We'd like you to execute the first delivery by June 30 and the second delivery by August 15 .
I'm sorry , but June 30 is quite soon . I can't guarantee 1 500 cases , I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1,000 cases and the next 2,000 cases .
I can agree to that .
Let me affirm this again - the first shipment of 1,000 cases , to be delivered in 27 days , by June 30 , and the second shipment of 2,000 cases by August 15 . Right ?
Right .
Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Well , ' Terminator ' is a really great action movie , and I like action movies because they're exciting .
Isn't ' Terminator ' really violent ? I usually don't like gory movies because they gross me out .
It is pretty violent , but since it's just robots fighting one another , it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out .
Hmm ... I don't know . Even though it may not be gory , I think it would still totally freak me out .
I have always enjoyed flying . And I am good with people .
Could you handle flying for 24 hours straight ?
Yes , I can adjust to anything .
That's good .
I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid .
You should very qualified .
Thank you . It has always been my dream to be a stewardess .
Robert is not available at the moment .
What time should I call back ?
Around 3:30 .
Yes , I ' m the manager here . What can I do for you , Madam ?
Did you have the room checked before we move in ?
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly , the water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . I ' ll turn to it right away .
Here you are .
Will you please put your luggage on the scale ?
I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
Hello Mike . How are things going for you ?
Great , how are you ?
Fine . Everything is just fine .
Kara , I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend .
Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies .
Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done .
It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done , but thank you for a lovely dinner .
Hi , Susan . How are you feeling today ?
Much better , thanks .
Glad to hear it .
All right , roast beef , please . And I'd like to start with soup .
We have clear and cream soup at your choice . Which one do you prefer ?
Clear soup , please .
I'm not sure . What does it look like ?
It's quite a delicate piece of equipment , so I hope it was well-packed . It's oblong-shaped , about 50 cm long . It's made of metal .
There's a large wooden crate in the corner which I haven't unpacked yet . It might be in there .
Of course . You see , almost everyone has some kind of hobby
Yeah , you ' re quite right and what ' s your hobby ?
I like taking photos out of door .
Oh , photography , It ' s really a good hobby .
Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos .
You yourself have a photo studio ?
Yes , simple as it is . t does work .
I apologize . This should not have to be this way .
Apology is accepted . Try to do better next time .
Of course , I should have been more careful . I ' m sorry .
Chicken !
All right , Sis !
Come on , it's cool outside .
I really wish Mom and Dad were here with us .
Hey , Daniel , what's your favorite weather ? Snowy or sunny ?
Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today .
What ? Are you crazy ?
I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out .
Ew , Danny , gross !
By the way , what's your favorite weather ?
I love snowy , because it is very very romantic .
Look , is that Tom ?
She had a very impressive resume , but she seemed to lack the confidence that I think a good manager needs .
What made you think that she wasn't very confident ?
Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
You're right . If she walked into meeting with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top of that , she didn't seem to have any sense of people's personal space . She didn't keep enough distance between us during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we ' ll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we ' ll find someone eventually !
Yes , do you have a wine list ?
The wine list is on the second page of your menu .
Do you have mixed drinks in this restaurant ?
Yes , we have a full bar here .
I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ?
Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas .
That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those .
Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ?
I would like it blended .
Would you like it with salt or no salt ?
I would like my margarita with no salt , thank you .
Next week there will be a meeting with the manager of USE Company ; this is an important opportunity for our company to have a new relationship with a new partner . So , I want you to prepare an instruction book with detailed introduction of our products . This introduction will be presented in the meeting .
I get it . And ... ?
Remember to add an agenda for this meeting and show our warm welcome to them .
How about adding some pictures of our products for the introduction ?
Good idea ! The pictures will illustrate the performance of our products vividly .
OK , I will prepare it right now .
A , do your best , it's very important .
Please trust me . I will finish it very well .
French dressing , please .
I beg your pardon ?
Oh , French dressing .
Sorry , it's not available now . Anything else ?
We still prefer French dressing .
Will you say it again ?
Who's your manager ? Tell me ! Would you ?
Yes . There are trains at 7:59 , 9:18 , and 10:32 .
What time does the 7:59 train get to London ?
At 9:36 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back at about 7 p . m .
There's one at 7:10 p . m . and the next one is at 7:40 p . m .
Mmm , how much is a return ticket ?
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . , there is a saver return which is 9 pounds . An ordinary return is 16 pounds .
An ordinary return , please .
Yes , I'd like to see the manager . Here ' s my card .
Thank you , Mr . Wang . Do you have an appointment ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . Is it possible for me to see him now ?
I'm afraid Mr . Li is engaged at the moment . Would you mind waiting ?
Well , how long will it be ?
About half an hour .
That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten .
Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ?
No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday .
Do you want to make another appointment ?
Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ?
Yes , I'll make a note of that and ask Mr . Li to confirm .
Yup . I have English at 9 in the morning .
Got any plans after the class ?
Not really . What about you ?
We will have our midterm exams next month . I plan to look for some important books and study at the library . Do you want to join me ?
Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers .
Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that .
That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ?
Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice .
Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye !
See you then .
Pierre Cardin .
How about this one ?
It look fine . Can I try it on ?
Could you do me a favor ?
Sure , whatever you need .
Can you help me move this table ?
Yes , I'm Jame , your neighbor when you lived in here last year .
Oh , I see . Glad to see you here .
Me too .
Why not ? It's the very reason why I've applied for this job . It's really exciting for me to experience business in an international environment .
How about your family ?
They don't mind .
Do you have any rooms available next Saturday and Sunday night ?
Could you hold the line , please ? I will check out our room availability for those days ... Yes . we have a few vacancies next weekend . We have double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in Japanese , Roman . French and presidential styles , which one do you like best ?
A double room , please .
OK . Could I have your name , please ?
My name is Monica Cellar .
OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then !
Thank you .
Yes I can . I speak it very well .
Where did you learn it ?
I lived in England when I was a child .
What else can you speak ?
Well , I know a little Italian .
No , not very much . He ' s too ambitious and dishonest .
I agree . I like his brother , Paul . They are not alike .
Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I ' m polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don ' t think you ' re shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well , yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I ' m not as shy as I think . Anyway , you ' re certainly not shy !
You ' re right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you ' ll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Cinct de mayo ?
No , that ' s May fifth in Spanish , James , no wonder you are failing my Spanish class . No , May first is International Workers ' Day .
Do we get a day off from school then ?
No ! It is not considered to be a national holiday here in the US , but in other countries it is .
Www , man !
In the nineteenth century , working conditions were appalling , with workers being forced to work ten , twelve , and fourteen hours a day . Support for the eight-hour work day movement was growing rapidly , despite the indifference and hostility of many union leaders , and by April 1886 , 250,000 workers were involved in the May Day movement . Previous legislative attempts to improve working conditions had failed , so labor organizers took drastic measures . They passed a resolution stating that eight hours would constitute a legal day ' s work . And , on May First 1886 , the resolution took effect .
Cool ! Is that why we only work eight hours now ?
Yes ! But the happy ending came at a high price . On May third , 1886 , police fired into a crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper Works Factory , killing four and wounding many . A mass meeting was called for the next day to protest the brutality .
And then what happened ?
Well , as we say , the rest is history ...
It was a nightmare .
What ' s up ?
Actually , the business trip itself was very successful . We arrived on time , we had nice conversations and we settled some important issues for the next year .
Sounds quite fruitful , why do you call it still a nightmare then ?
Well , the air line lost my luggage on the return flight and then I lost my carry on bag when I was tackling with the officers in charge . I left the airport three hours later than I expected and then I was caught in a traffic jam . When I finally got home , I was totally exhausted . But I found the elevator was out of service due to a blackout .
This is really a sad story . Did they trace back your luggage ?
I am still waiting for their call .
Take it easy , all sufferings have their reward .
It ' s nice to meet you ! Guess we ' ll be working together .
Yes , she ' ll be working closely with you on the marketing end of things .
Good . Well , welcome aboard , Ms , Robbins .
Good afternoon . Lilian . This is Tom Baker over at Beck ' s Trading company . We need to arrange a banquet for next Wednesday afternoon .
I see , Mr . Baker . How many people are you planning to invite and how much would you like to spend per person ?
Well . We ' re expecting about twenty-five people and we ' d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head .
OK . When ?
At 10 o'clock .
10 in the morning ?
No , at night .
Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM .
OK , how about 1:30 PM ?
No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then .
How about 5:00 PM ?
That's fine .
OK , see you then .
Alright . Bye .
Hello . I'd like to send 600 RIB in cash to my daughter . How long will it take for her to receive the money ?
It's very quick and easy . It just takes 24 hours , we guarantee that . All you need to do is fill in this slip and we can proceed .
Are there any extra charges , like commission ?
There is a service commission that you must pay . It's 1 % of the funds to be remitted , so you should pay an extra 6 RIB .
Thanks , Tim . Nice meeting you , too .
I guess we'll see each other around .
Yeah , I hope so . Well , take it easy .
You too .
Yes , sir . Can I help you ?
Um , this steak , I asked for to be medium rare .
Medium rare , that ' s right , sir . I remember your order .
Well , I ' m afraid it isn ' t . It ' s a bit too well done and rather tough . Would you mind changing ?
If it is not to your satisfaction , I ' ll certainly bring you another . But I ' m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes .
Yes , that ' s all right . Thank you very much .
It ' s my pleasure .
What are your salary expectations ?
Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ?
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a regional manager .
Everyone has his own habits , but these habits are not very good . The noise often spoils other people ' s appetite .
I attended a course on table manners while I was in the United States . Some of the things we learnt included how to place the napkin and utensils and how to pass the bread . Before each course , the teacher would ask if we wanted to learn the Continental European way or the American way . We always said " American way . " It ' s amazing that everyone is so used to their own table manners . What is the Chinese way ?
The westerners use knives and forks to eat so it is complicated . The Chinese use a pair of chopsticks and eat out of the same plate . I assume it is less complicated , right ?
Not really . I did some research about Chinese table manners . The important rule is to remain silent while eating . Of course , this refers to family meals only . Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health . It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party . The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated . Each dish should be placed in the correct position . When fish is served , the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty . If it is in winter , the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter . Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table . The diners should sit close to the table so food won ' t drop on their cloths . No noise should be made when chewing . No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn ' t like it . One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise . All these table manners are very similar to Western habits .
It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ' s appetite . Westerners like to say , " bon appetite " before meals which is one way to suggest " mind your table manners . " Is there such an expression in Chinese ?
Yes . We say " eat well and drink well . "
That ' s an exception . But I am fed up with those who keep a straight face in front of me .
I cannot see eye to eye with you here . You see , I am fed up with those who keep smiling to me . I mean , they smile for no reason at all .
That means you don ' t like them . If you hit it off with them , you will like to see their smiles .
It's easy . All you have to do is to use your pieces to surround the opponent's pieces and then take over all of his territory .
But I heard it is very difficult to play .
It's easier said than done . When you actually play , it can be very frustrating .
Oh , thank you very much . I ' d like to come , but I ' m afraid I ' m busy that evening .
That ' s a pity ! Then when would it be a good time for you ?
Well , I ' m not too sure , actually . I ' Ve got a lot going on the next couple of weeks . Why don ' t I call you later ?
Okay , that ' s fine .
Why ?
Because we're partners .
I realize that but I needed to make a decision .
I really can't say . Both teams this year seem really good .
There's a game on tonight . You want to watch it with me ?
That sounds great !
Yes , Madam , may I help you ?
This room 117 , and we have just checked in .
Yes ?
Our room hasn't been cleaned up yet . So would you send one of your house keepers to clean up our room .
Oh , yes . Madam , we'll come right away then . Your room number and your name , please ?
Our room number is 117 and my name is Terry Chen .
Thank you , would you hang up and wait ?
Return on investment ? How can you have a return on this kind of investment ? Can you really calculate the value of these training programs ?
Sure ! It's not a real figure , of course . It's just an estimate based on rehiring costs , and the potential lost revenue that results from incompetence .
Wow ! I'm impressed . So , what's in the cards for future training ? Will it be in-house or off-site ?
A little of both . We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training . Those are available to everyone . We also have a variety of other programs
Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ?
A holiday , I hope ! No , really , we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques . We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer .
I told you to hold my calls . I ' m very busy at the moment .
I know . But she said she had an important thing to tell you .
Okay . Put her through .
Thanks .
A house warming party ?
Yes , Deborah and I are going to buy a new home in Woodlawn .
Congratulations ! That ' s wonderful . I bet both of you are quite happy .
Well , we have always dreamed of owning our own home , but real estate 1 in this area is extremely expensive .
I understand . That ' s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city .
That ' s a good idea if you can find employment nearby .
I agree . That ' s why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine , or Wisconsin .
I know it's not good for me , but the problem is I just can't help it .
Well , I've got an idea , put the label cancer sticks on each pack of cigarettes , and read it before you smoke . It may give you a feeling to reduce it .
I'll try .
Let me weigh them for you . 1 . 5 $ .
Do you accept coupons ?
Yes .
Here are my coupons . Is that enough ?
You have to pay $ 0 . 5 more .
Don't worry about it .
I really feel bad about it . Let me buy you a new one .
No . Don't be silly . I wouldn't dream of letting you do that .
I'd rather you didn't .
On this occasion , most people do .
Oh , they are playing the wedding March . Here they come .
She is a beautiful bride .
I am so happy for them .
Are you crying ?
Yes , I always cry at weddings .
Harris and Anne are perfect for each other .
Yes , they are .
You and Tom also make a great couple .
In fact , we are beginning to make preparations .
For the wedding ?
No , no , for the engagement .
Try to catch this bouquet then .
No , thanks . I ' m just looking around .
Okay . Please let me know if you need any help .
Thanks a lot .
How do you do , Mr . Smith ? My name is Thou Hong .
Nice to meet You , Ms . Thou . We've learned that you specialize in the export of electronic products .
Will you please take a seat ? Mr . Smith , have you seen the display of our electronic products in the exhibition hall downstairs ?
Yes . I had a look just now . I found some of the exhibits of excellent quality and beautiful design . I feel we
Sure we can . You know , we've been in this line for more than twenty years .
So , Ms . Thou , we're a newly-established company , but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America .
Good . We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details .
Sure .
I have four years study in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and it has given me a solid theory foundation . Moreover , I have worked at CAB Company for 4 years and got a lot of practical experience .
Great . Then what's your technical post title now ?
I am a senior mechanical design engineer .
Do you take the original certificate with you ?
Yes . Here it is .
Can you briefly tell me about one of your designs ?
Of course , I designed a more powerful gasoline engine , which greatly increased the speed of limousines .
I'm awfully sorry , I have other plan .
Would you prefer some other time ?
I'd love to come other time if it can be arranged .
Are you quite sure you can come next Tuesday ?
Certainly , I'll be going .
What time am I supposed to pick you up ?
I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock .
OK .
Don't worry yourself too much .
It's a large sum of money . I can't afford to lose it .
Yes , show me your tickets please .
Here you are . By the way , when does the train leave ?
The train is driving after ten minutes .
Thanks . Where is my seat ?
It's over there . Have a good trip .
Thank you .
Yes , your wife and your dentist called .
Thank you .
You're welcome !
Many thanks for your present . I'm so glad you are able to come .
Why do you say so ?
Because he is often in trouble .
She has promised her mother that she would be with him through thick and thin .
Oh , I see .
I ' m fine , Celia . And you ?
I ' m ok . I ' m so busy !
Do you have a lot of homework ?
Yes . Don ' t you ?
Of course I do !
Which class are you working on right now ?
I ' m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow .
Are you in Mrs . Green ' s class ?
Yes . Are you ?
Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow !
Do you want to study together ?
Sure . This library is too quiet though .
Do you want to go to an empty classroom ?
That sounds good .
OK . Let ' s go !
Come in please .
Mr . Green ?
Yes . Put them on there please .
OK . If you need anything , just call the Room service .
Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ?
Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You see , the bungee participants take a deep breath when they stand at the starting spot and then , like diving , their heads are over heels and they jump off into the realm of the combination of heaven and earth . The wind roars at their ears and their bodies rapidly descend . They do not even have enough time to do several gymnastic movements and they are rebounded to the upper air by the cord .
Entrusting life to the care of a rope indeed requires infinite courage .
A young French fellow recalled his first bungee experience and said , " When I fastened the cord and walked to the platform , I was extremely nervous . When I looked down , I was nervous even more . If the cord had broken , I would be knocked to ' bakemeat ' . However , I knew my worries were unwanted . I was afraid if I retreated others might say something about me . I had to harden my heart and impose my head downward . I only felt wind wiring at my ears . My body rapidly descended . I thought that after only seven or eight seconds I was rebounded to upper air by the cord . In fact it was 30 seconds . Maybe because of my nervousness , I only felt seven or eight seconds . When rebounding to the high altitude , I felt a sudden sense of relief . I did not feel nervous very much , but very comfortable . "
It is hard to come by in life that you experience this kind of ' comfortable '
it's Beethoven . Do you like it ?
I think Beethoven's music is incredible . I've heard that listening to it can make you more intelligent , too . Do you believe that ?
I don't know about that , but I do think that it helps people relax .
what other kind of music do you listen to ?
actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ?
to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me .
what kind of music do you prefer then ?
I like pop music . Do you ?
not really . I don't think pop music has much depth .
I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much .
how long have you been in to pop music , then ?
I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ?
not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all .
so , how did you become interested in it ?
well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started .
do you still play piano ?
yes , it's one of my hobbies .
OK . Here you are .
How long will you be staying at Hotel in China ?
About three weeks .
And what's the purpose of your visit ?
Sightseeing .
And where will you be staying ?
At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing .
OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ?
Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase .
I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these .
Oh , that's too bad .
I'd like to look at your stereo systems . Do you have anything on sale ?
Yes , this system over here is on sale for $ 1,000 . As you can see , all of the components are brand-name .
But it doesn't have a turntable . I have a fair number of vinyl records , so I need something to play them on .
Our selection of stereo systems with turntables is somewhat limited , but we do have this system over here .
Yes . I'm looking for some perfume . Do you have perfumes with a light scent ?
How about this one ? It smells like green tea and is our best seller . Try it .
It does smell good , How much is it ?
It goes for $ 40 .
OK . I'll take this one .
Well , there are several things . Of course , you must do everything you can to keep costs down and revenues high .
So , do you think workers should be paid as little as possible ?
No . if you do that , the workers won ' t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . Th
What's the big deal ?
why ?
look at the girls in the street . They all have bunch of flowers . Is it Valentine's Day ?
Oh , yes ! I completely forgot about it .
did you have a fight with Jack ?
no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ?
come on , dear ! You forgot it , too .
you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these " big days " , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable .
is that your phone ?
oh , it's Jack . Excuse me .
wow ! good timing .
he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ?
come on ! three's a crowd !
so what ?
just go ! it's Valentine's Day !
I have no idea . Maybe I will sleep for the whole day .
So boring ! Shall we go out for a picnic with my friends ?
Sounds interesting . Who are the other people ?
Fred and David , my college class mates and Rachel .
Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ?
Your tent and enough food and water .
You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ?
We can go fishing , chatting and camping .
What are we waiting for ? Come on !
Don't hurry . Wait for my call .
I need to hire you .
What do you need me for ?
I need you for my court date .
What kind of case do you have ?
I ' m being charged with a felony .
I can help you with that .
What is your price ?
I charge $ 150 an hour .
I can ' t afford that .
That ' s my rate .
That ' s expensive , but I need you .
How could I feel easy ? I ' m really pissed .
But you should avoid finger-pointing when you haven ' t got the real facts .
Ok . I ' ll try my best to calm down first .
Yes , speaking .
I need to make an appointment with you today .
OK . What time is it ?
3 o'ctock this afternoon .
I ' m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ' clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ?
Yes . That would be better .
Fine . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Yeah , he did . But he only won it by a hair's breadth .
But anyway , he won at last .
Yeah . To win is the most important thing .
Thank you , Mary . We have been looking forward to trying out this restaurant .
Before your main course , would you like to order an appetizer ?
Sure , that sounds great . Where are your appetizers listed ?
There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table .
The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ?
You know , that is one of my favorites !
OK , I'll take one order of that .
You could choose another appetizer for half price to share .
Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings .
I am looking for cologne , small bottle . Can I see that one in the glass shelf ?
Yes , of course , this one costs 260 yuan .
It's too expensive .
If you think it's expensive . You can look at this one .
What's the difference between the two ?
It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap .
Let me see .
Sure . Here you go .
Sure , I love curry . Who else is coming ?
Jane , Susan , Pete and two colleagues of mine from work .
I have no plans for Friday , so curry would be great . Which restaurant do you have in mind ?
Susan suggested the one on Main Street . She says it is very good .
Which one is that ?
You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door .
Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good .
Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ?
What time ?
At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation .
That's good . See you on Friday .
Why ?
Well , I think we could be saving more .
Really , well , o . k . Get the receipts out .
Let ' s see . We spent $ 700 dollars for our home loan payment , $ 400 on groceries , $ 75 on utilities , $ 250 on gasoline , $ 100 on books , and $ 300 on entertainment last month .
That ' s $ 1825 .
We put $ 500 into the savings account , and $ 750 into our stock account .
$ 3075 . Our paychecks our $ 3300 , combined . That means we don ' t have any receipts for $ 225 .
Right .
Oh , Penny , I'm Leonard , glad to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too . I thought I should come and say hello to you . I haven't known anybody .
It is hard to get used to a new place , isn't it ?
Yes . Would you like to come here later to have a coffee ? Bring all your family .
We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ?
About 4 .
OK . Do you want us to bring something ?
No , just come here .
OK , see you later .
Bye .
What for ?
To lose some weight .
Why , you look pretty all right .
I'm fine , thanks . Just trying to get adjusted . It's hard to keep track of everything around here .
That's for sure . You're new , too , huh ?
Yeah . I just got here a couple of days ago . How about you ?
No . The things are too expensive there for me . I can't afford it .
That is no problem at all . Isabel ' s is having a clearance sale , and today is the last day . You don't want to miss such a good chance , do you ?
Really ? That's wonderful . Can you wait a second ? I need to change .
All right , but hurry up . It takes you hours to change .
I will . Do you think we can get something really nice and cheap ? I mean this is the last day .
I think so . They don't sell shoddy cloth for one thing .
Should we ask Cindy to come along ? She saw the evening gown made of silk last month that she wanted to buy very much . She didn't buy it of course . It would cost her three months ' salary .
She already bought that evening gown .
When ?
Yesterday . She wore that gown last night , and showed it off to everybody at Mr . Mile ' s party .
Oh ? Isn't that like her .
Hurry up , will you ? We ' ll have to go to the gas station first .
All right , all right . I am ready to go . Let's go !
Fill in the slip , then take it to the circulation desk . They will get you what you want .
Are we allowed to go into the stacks to look for books ?
Sorry , the stacks are closed to undergraduate students .
Ha ! It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush .
Fair enough . Give it to me straight . Did she bully you into this ?
No , seriously . . . I really want this .
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
Oh , yes . I love playing badminton , table tennis and computer games . And playing the games has become my favorite .
I hear many teenagers will spend hours and hours sitting at computers . And they don't care about their own health at all . How about you ?
I'm no better than them . They say it's mindless to sit in front of a machine all the time , but I think it's stimulating .
You won't play online games full of violence , will you ?
Once in a while .
It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful .
I hope I can practice self-control again .
Next Saturday ? I ' m sorry . I ' Ve promised to go to a Chinese Opera with my daughter .
How about Sunday then ?
Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ?
Does 6,30 suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Your name and room number , please ?
Tom Wilson in Room 306 .
Have you used any hotel services this morning ?
No .
OK . You have stayed for four nights at 90 US dollars each , and here are the meals that you had at the hotel . That makes a total of 660 US dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Of course . Please sign your name here .
I want to take out some money , but there's a massive queue for the ATM so I thought I'd do it over the counter .
Unfortunately , an ATM is being refilled because it ran out of money . That's what's causing the hold up .
Oh , I see . I thought maybe it was just the time of the day , although it isn't usually busy at 2:30 in the afternoon .
You are right , you've just missed the lunchtime rush . Could you fill out a withdrawal slip , please ?
I did that already , while I was waiting . Also , here's my card .
Thank you . And you require ...
800 RIB , please .
Please enter your personal code right here , on the key pad . And sign here , please .
OK ...
Thank you . Here's your card back and your money . Please double check it for me .
Yes , that's great . Thanks .
I agree .
The singing group used to be very popular .
I can't believe they would play so good .
That sounds good but I don ' t know what ' s on .
I think there ' s a very romantic new film starring Hugh Grant . Let ' s go and see that .
Ok , that ' s a good idea . Where shall we meet ?
Well how about meeting at my place ?
That sounds good . I ' ll call you once I arrive .
Is it urgent ? Our ambulances are not enough to meet every call .
Of course . It's urgent . I think the partie nt is suffering from acute appendicitis . He may die if not treated in time .
All right , we'll come right away .
( after a while ... ) Where's the patient ?
He's there in the room . He's very ill .
Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please .
Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are .
Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room .
( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor
He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover .
May I send food for him ?
No , outside food is not permitted .
Can I come round to see him tomorrow ?
Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward .
Yes . Thank you .
By the way , you can bring some flowers .
OK .
Don't worry about him .
When could I take care of him ?
Our nurse can take good care of him .
What do we get this morning ?
Fruit juice , cake and refreshments and everything .
I ' d like to a glass of tomato juice please .
Any serial , sir ?
Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight .
And eggs ?
Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy .
How do you want to your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that ' s enough , thank you .
I know what you mean . I fit into my clothes , but I'm not always comfortable .
Would you like to get in shape together ?
What do you have in mind ?
How about going to the gym ? There's one really close to work .
I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ?
As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now .
Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities .
It seems that he has gone ape over the girl .
Your parents must be worrying about him .
Yes , he ' s been like this for two weeks . We don ' t know what to do .
Have you talked to him ?
Yeah . But he just didn ' t listen .
Is your boss coming by ?
Right ! And I have to finish the report by 5:30 p . m .
Okay . Get back to your work , and call me back this evening .
Okay , no problem . Bye !
Bye !
Yes . I'd like to send this parcel to Changchun .
How do you want to send it ?
I guess I'll send it by airmail .
Is there anything valuable ?
No , there are only some vases .
They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do .
Have you got boxes for sale ?
Yes .
Is it all right this time ?
Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms .
OK .
Have you written down your return address ?
Yes , I have .
What is it ?
I will explain the problem briefly . We found in the examination that 35 % of the goods have damaged .
Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port .
Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau . According to the report , the damage was caused by poor packing . Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases .
Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route .
Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately .
We will check with the parties concerned right away .
That of the old man .
You're absolutely right ! That's the very figure I like best .
Some of the scenes moved me into tears .
Of course , Debbie . Let me look at my schedule , - - I have some free time on the 12th . That ' s this Thursday at 9:00 a . m .
All right . That ' ll be fine . Can you put together a rough idea of the kind of money I ' ll have available for the next year ?
Certainly . I ' Ve already worked out a general budget for all the departments .
No way .
But we'll be careful .
It's out of the question .
Steven , are you talking to me ?
Yes , I have called you three times . What makes you in a daze ?
I was thinking about the accident I saw in the morning . I was petrified when two cars collided . I witnessed the traffic accident .
Did someone get hurt ?
A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too .
What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ?
I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk .
Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ?
I don ' t understand . Maybe they feel they are okay and driving fast seems very cool .
We ' re in the last stretch of this very exciting race , and Kimmi Rikknen is leading the pack with only four laps to go ! They are heading to turn three and Lewis Hamilton tries to pass Rikknen ! It ' s a close one and , oh no ! Hamilton hits the wall !
He came in too fast , jammed on the breaks and spun out . We have a yellow flag and the pace car is making its way onto the track .
The cleanup crew is towing the heavily damaged car and the green flag drops ! Rikknen is still in the lead with only two laps to go !
Smoke is coming out of his car ! He seems to be having engine trouble ! He makes his way into the pit , and Fernando Alonso takes the lead !
How unlucky for Rikknen , and this race is over ladies and gentlemen , Alonso takes the checkered flag !
Sure . What is it ?
Can you keep an eye on my bag , please ? Nature's calling .
Sure . Will you be long ?
No , I just want to use the bathroom .
Go ahead . It will be safe with me .
Hello ?
Can I speak to Li Hong , please ?
Speaking .
Hi , Li Hong . This is Alice .
Hi , Alice . How are you ?
Not bad . Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ' t go to see Mrs . Brown with you tomorrow morning . My mother is ill . I must take care of her .
I ' m sorry to hear that . You ' d better stay at home . After all , we can visit Mrs . Brown later
OK . Bye - bye .
Bye .
I suppose so . A haircut , please .
How do you want your hair cut ? Any particular way ?
I'd just like a trim , and don't cut it too short .
Yes , sir . How about the sideburns ?
I think they only need a little trimming .
Can I use the clippers ?
No , don't use them , please .
Oh , all right , sir .
Would you trim off a bit more there , above the ear ?
Don't you think it needs a little taken off on top , too ?
I guess that would be better .
( Raising a lock ) About like this ?
No , not that much . Now , yes , that's fine .
Shave also , s ir ?
Yes .
How do you want your moustache trimmed ?
It makes no sense to tell him about that .
Why ?
Because he'll tell Mary and that will cause us problems .
I always meet people like him .
With pleasure .
Oh , it is not easy to learn !
I think you are a quick learner .
Well , I don't think I can manage with it .
In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ?
That's good , thank you .
I sat through about half of it but they lost me after that .
Not interested ?
Not really , to be honest . Some of what they call fashion looks terrible to me .
But they are showing what will be all the rage next year .
All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street .
Did you know that fashion is cyclical ?
What , it keeps coming back ?
Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again .
Flares ?
They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers .
It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes .
That's fine , but then you'll always look plain .
Yeah , clearly blue sky . But it is a bit too hot for me . I don't like heat and humidity .
It's not that hot . It's cooler than yesterday . Let's go swimming !
That's a thought . It's still early , and the beach isn't crowded at this time of the day . If we don't stay too long , we won't get sunburned .
Yeah , sounds like fun . I can wear my new pink bikini .
There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are .
Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go !
If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too .
Ok , you could borrow one of mine .
Thanks , how about the green and black one ?
No problem . Here it is .
As far as I can see , Westlake Restaurant is a good choice .
How can I get there ?
Walk down till you see the first lights . It's cross the street .
Thank you .
Yes , of course , please follow me .
Thank you .
This is our courtyard .
It's so spacious , about 40 square metres , right ?
Yes , about 46 square metres .
Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ?
Yes .
Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ?
They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time .
Very good idea . Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness .
But why ?
Mr . Smith called just now that he had to fly to Shanghai on urgent business today .
OK , I see .
Mr . Smith is sending his apologies and has asked me to find out if the day after tomorrow would be all right with you .
Yes , that will be just as good .
Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ?
All right . Then I can do some shopping today before going back to my country .
Well , I have the day off from work .
That ' s great ! Do you have any plans ?
Well , I ' Ve been working so hard lately , so I ' ll probably just take it easy .
Sounds nice .
Yeah , I ' ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies .
Can I stop by ?
Sure . Any time .
It's difficult to explain .
Try me .
Well , I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job .
Take it easy , maybe tomorrow will be different .
I don't know , I can't stand my job these days .
Cheer up , I hope you'll feel better soon .
I don ' t have the slightest clue .
What school would you like to go to ?
I ' m not sure .
You honestly have no idea ?
PCC is perfectly fine for me .
You might as well stay here .
That ' s not a bad idea .
PCC is a wonderful institution .
You have a point .
So , what are you going to do ?
I ' m just going to keep going to PCC .
Well , things are all right .
I heard you got a new roommate . What's he like ?
Yeah , Bob moved in last week . He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend .
Oh ? What's wrong with his girlfriend ?
She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was " what's wrong with your voice ? "
Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to .
I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil .
Oh come on , it's not that bad .
No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off .
Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking .
That's the plan .
Good luck .
Let's see . If we have it , it should be over there under M . ( He looks through the Cds . ) Hmm , it looks like we've sold out of that one , but we should be getting some more copies in soon . If you want , we can order it for you .
That's okay , I'll just check back later . Do you have the new Sting album ?
Yes , it's right over here .
Great . One last question , where is your jazz section ?
Back there against that wall .
Oh , I see it . Thanks for your help .
No problem .
Haven't you heard that he is in prison ?
What ? Beg your pardon .
John is in prison now . He was copped outstealing .
I just cann't believe my ears !
I won't ever forget it ! I was sitting in the cafeteria all by myself ...
And I came up and asked to sit by you ...
Oh , it seems like it was just yesterday .
I take architecture as my major .
What research are you dealing with now ?
I am dealing with the study of the architecture style of ancient Chinese buildings .
Certainly . ( Take a table-cloth to her )
How much is it ?
A table-cloth of this size and style is 15 Yuan .
That ' s reasonable .
If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years .
Really ? I ' ll take it then .
Yes , sir . Shall I explain the details of the plan now ?
You go !
According to your schedule , you will visit the Times Company , including its office building , workshops and stores , in the morning from 8: 30 to 11
Is there anything after the meeting ? In that case , would you add one plan ? I want to visit our guest Mr . Ross after the meeting . Can you arrange it for me ?
And it's a long one . I have Monday off . It's Memorial Day or something like that .
Yep . It's the kickoff of the barbecue season . We're invited to a grill party in the park tomorrow .
Sounds good . What do we need to bring ?
We need to buy some buns for the hot dogs and hamburgers , and I'm making potato salad .
I'll dig out the Frisbee and my kite from Taiwan .
Un .. Those are 25 dollars each .
OK . Say I was to buy four , could I get a discount ?
Well , I could offer you maybe 10 percent off .
Oh , I was hoping to get one free . Like four for 75 dollars .
This one I'd better chat with the manager . Could you give me a second ?
Sure .
This is usually my chore .
I don't mind helping .
We need to set the table for four .
So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ?
That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you .
Don't be silly ! I know how to use knives and forks .
I have been a salesman .
How many places have you worked altogether ?
I'd like to have this roll of film developed .
What size prints would you like ?
Four by six will do .
All right , ma'am , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
No . Only for a couple of weeks .
Where are you going to study ?
I am going to register at Harvard next month .
What are you going to major in ?
I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ?
For nearly four years .
Well . You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay . At the moment , I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school .
Is this about the Sales Assistant position ?
That's right . My appointment is for 11 o'clock .
Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
Yes . I believe you have a luncheon meeting this coming Wednesday . Could you give me some more information about that ?
Yes , of course . The guest speaker is Professor David of a University , and he'll be lecturing about The impact of the Oil Crisis on Latin America .
Mmm , that sounds very interesting .
Yes . I have no plans .
Would you like to Come to our barbecue ?
Yes , that sounds wonderful .
OK . See you then .
But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian
Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ?
The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat .
Relly ? That's amazing .
Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly .
Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet .
Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try .
Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat .
Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet .
We'll see . Anyway , I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue . See you then !
Bob ! I hear your team won the match .
Yeah . All of us tried our best .
Congratulations !
Thanks .
Hi ! I'm Nancy . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too .
Where are you from ?
I'm from Shanghai . And you ?
I'm from Chicago .
It ' s pretty good .
Well I don ' t think so . I don ' t like it at all !
I ' m afraid you ' re being too particular about your food .
I eat dog food when my parents are out .
We ' re in the same boat ! I ' Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now .
Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition !
Let ' s dine out tonight for a change !
Good idea !
Yes , I would like to look at some of your products . I think what I am using now does not fit me well .
We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is of very super quality . We only use the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it can protect your skin from UVA and UVB .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have six colors
The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ?
250 Yuan .
That's expensive .
What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel .
I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ?
Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in .
All right . How much is it ?
45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free .
Well , I'll take them .
Happy to see you-too-Mike . How ' s your family ?
Pretty good . Thank you .
I'll be with you in a second . Uh ... Yes , ma'am ?
This is not what I asked for . I'm afraid .
Oh , I'm so sorry . May I ask what you ordered again ?
Yes . What I ordered is roast beef , not roast beef sandwiches .
I am not sure . What are you doing ?
I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach .
That sounds like a great idea !
Would you be interested in joining me ?
Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ?
I thought that we could leave around 8
That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ?
That was part of my plan .
Well then , I'll see you on Saturday . Thanks for asking me to go with you .
It ' s as plain as the nose on your face . They ' re dating each other .
You ' re pulling my leg ! She must be thirty years younger than Leo . Talk about robbing the cradle !
Well , you can bet this relationship ' s going to be a flash in the pan .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn ' t have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
NO !
I haven't even told you what it is yet !
Okay , okay , what do you want ?
Do you think I could borrow the car ? I ' m going to concert tonight .
Um .. I don ' t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother .
Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him !
Who's this Eric guy ?
Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please !
No can do ... sorry .
Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ?
No way !
That ' s so unfair !
That ' s all right . I understand .
I ' m so sorry .
That ' s ok . Don ' t be sorry . We ' ll talk later .
Can't you stay for a little bit longer , it's only 8 .
I wish I could . But I'm afraid I can't . I've got some serious studying to do . I have to go .
OK . See you on Today .
See you on Moday . Have a great weekend .
You too . Thanks for dropping in .
We should plan to move out of here before July . I'm tired of living in apartments .
I know , dear . I am too . But we've just been too busy to look for a house .
We need to find a good realtor .
Not necessary . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive .
What do you mean ?
Realtors always get a commission . If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him .
But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles .
Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them .
I still think we should have a realtor . We're new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house . And also , the realtor will inspect the house . He can tell us if the house has any problems .
Of course we need a house inspector . But we can hire an inspector on our own . As for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us .
So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ?
It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper . Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads . Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them .
And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ?
Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves .
Why ?
That is because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher . He will have to pay a commission to the realtor .
Hmm . It all sounds very complicated .
It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time . That's why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome .
I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like .
All right . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drugstore .
My Willie ? Why has he suddenly become my Willie ?
Because he takes after you , he's got into trouble again .
What did he do this time ? I remember last time he was painting her fence to repay her for breaking it , and he accidentally painted her cat .
That was last time . This time it's worse .
Ok , tell me .
Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ...
And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time .
True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ...
Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad .
And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish .
At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad .
Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald .
Hmm , that is bad .
Thanks , Jane . I was really surprised . I mean there were a lot of qualified people out there .
Sure , but the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it !
Thanks a lot .
You are always responsible and careful .
Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work !
Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ?
Next month .
So what are you responsible for ?
I'm going to manage the whole accounts department .
So you must get higher pay than before .
Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan .
1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ...
OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat .
Really ? Can I order anything I want ?
Of course . Let's go .
What ' s wrong ? I thought everything was set .
Well , it was . But the contractor ' s just told me he ' s not going to be able to finish by the twentieth , as planned .
Maybe we could work out an overtime schedule . It ' s definitely worth it to finish by the twentieth .
Hi Martha . Everything is perfect .
Are you enjoying married life ?
It couldn't be better . My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much .
You're so lucky . I hope to get married to a guy like that .
I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends .
Do you guys do anything special ?
In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe .
Sound like everything is great .
I ' Ve been to most of the countries in Europe , several countries in asia-china , Japan , korea , and Thailand-and to the united states and Canada .
I thought you had been to Australia too .
No , but I ' m planning on visiting Australia and new Zealand soon . I ' Ve heard that they are beautiful countries . Which is the most beautiful country you ' Ve been to ?
I think I ' d say norway . It has many picturesque fjords , waterfalls , and mountains .
Isn ' t it really cold there ?
Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ' s a wet country , so there ' s snow almost everywhere in winter .
I ' Ve been to other Scandinavian countries , but not to Norway . Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there .
You said it . I always count on him when I need his help .
Last year he helped me out of trouble , too .
I ' m sorry , sir . Could you tell me your name and order again , please ? I ' ll check on the delay .
The name ' s Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef ' s salads .
Thank you , Mr . Morris . Please wait one moment and let me check on the order . Would you like anything to drink , sir ? On the house .
It stops snowing , but there's a bit wind .
And the streets are covered with ice . Do you know what the temperature is today ?
I missed today's weather for cast in the radio
It seems 10 degree below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather , but do hate when it get slippery .
The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport
That's fine . let's go skating together tomorrow .
Work is work , whether it ' s a part-time or temporary job or a full-time gig .
So I guess I have to report that I ' Ve found a little bit of work .
All you need to do is fill in the blanks correctly on the Continued Claim Form , and the EDD Office will take care of the rest .
What about if I find a job that I know will only last for a couple of weeks ? Can I take it ?
It is to your advantage to work as much as you can .
I will be available on Monday or Tuesday . Choose which day is best for you .
I prefer Monday .
Good . Can you come in the morning or would afternoon be best ?
Either one is OK .
Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation .
I will be prepared to do my presentation .
Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ?
Everyone needs to be there .
That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ?
I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure .
OK . We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow . Have a good day !
You have found your way to the interview class . Please come in !
I am so happy I found this class because I was really nervous about my upcoming interview .
When we go into an interview , what do you think our first consideration should be ?
Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by .
Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important .
Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview .
The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company .
What else should I be thinking about ?
Be yourself and be honest . Simply answer the questions put to you .
I apologize . This should not have to be this way .
Apology is accepted . Try to do better next time .
Of course , I should have been more careful . I ' m sorry .
I heard it .
What do you think I should do about it ?
Just let it be . Her rudeness will come back to haunt her .
Me ? You're the one who pulled out in front of me !
There was plenty of room for me to pull out . You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in .
Hey , listen . I had every right to stay in the lane I was in . You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out . And anyhow , you didn't give me any time to change lanes . All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me .
I think my arm is broken .
Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too .
Listen , let's just wait until the police get here . Then we can decide whose fault this accident was .
Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried .
I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side . Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ?
Alright .
It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there .
Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital .
Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police .
Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time .
It really hurts .
Yes , maybe it does . But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ?
To hell with you . The accident was your fault .
I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone . Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ?
To hell with you .
Yeah . It is incredible ! Is it the work of Qi Bakshi ?
Yes , it is . How do you know that ?
Well , Qi is famous all over the world , isn ' t he ? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting .
Cool ! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer , free sketch or claborate-style painting ?
I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings .
That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture .
I love this art exhibition !
So do I . Let ' s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ?
OK .
Emm ... yes . But I wasn't too impressed . I found her a little stuck up .
You are kidding , but she's so helpful .
Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
That ' s great .
How much is the rent ?
The rent each month is $ 1050 .
That ' s a lot of money .
Did you have a better price in mind ?
What about $ 800 ?
That ' s way too low .
I can ' t pay much more than that .
How about $ 900 a month ?
That would be fine .
Great . It was a pleasure doing business with you .
Unfortunately , he has left for the day .
I hate to trouble of you . But it is urgent . Please leave this message into him
I ' ll make sure he gets the message .
I haven ' t played softball since I was in high school !
Come on ! It ' ll be fun . We play every other Saturday afternoon from May until August .
Okay . I guess I could give it a try .
The Queen Street , I guess .
So is it the right way to the City Hall ?
I ' m afraid you ' re going in the opposite direction .
I heard that there are some beauty spots and places of historical interest in this city .
Shall we go to the Tiananmen Square first ?
That's great . I trouble you so much . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Shall we go there on foot ? It's very near .
OK , let ' s go .
Look out , honey . Let's come to the shoal waters . Follow me !
OK , Mom . Can I swim now ? I want to learn butterfly stroke .
Honey , listen to me . First , you should learn how to breathe in and breathe out .
Mom , it's so terrible . Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned .
Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly .
Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming .
Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough .
Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong .
Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it .
Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart .
Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head .
Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ?
That's the way to go . Now , you are flying , my boy .
Yes . When I saw the advertisement I thought it would really suit me .
Can you tell me why you replied to our advertisement ?
I think that I'll be really good at this kind of work . In fact I learn so fast that I'll be looking for promotion very shortly .
Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a Laboratory Assistant ?
A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment , keep a check on the supplies in the store , and prepare the chemicals for experiments .
What sort of student do you regard yourself as ? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school ?
I suppose I'm a reasonable student . I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me .
What were your favorite subjects at school ?
Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school . I also enjoyed history .
Do you have any plans for further study ?
Well , I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College . I think I would really benefit from doing that .
Have you ever had a job before ?
Yes . I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner .
We have a lot of other applicants for this position . Why do you think that you deserve to get the job ?
Well , I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved . I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well .
I think I have asked you everything I wanted to . Thank you for coming along to the interview .
Thank you . When will I know if I am successful ?
We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week . Well . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Which man ?
The one smoking a cigar .
Oh , he's the coach of the football team .
You can't help learning when you're using it all day . You'll see . A few weeks ' study in the school will have a similar effect on you .
I hope so . You see , at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent . I'm awfully worried , I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect .
Oh , she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class . She doesn't mind your making mistakes , though .
You know , speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use .
You can twist his arm in order to have a control of him .
I cannot have the heart to do that .
I suspect it's unavoidable .
Poor Ann . She did not love her husband at all .
Yeah . She married him at her mother's bidding .
I need to check these books out .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
It appears that you have late fees .
Really ?
Yes , really .
How much do I owe ?
You owe $ 24 . 50 in late fees .
I don ' t have that much today .
I ' m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ' t be able to check out any more books .
I ' ll pay it as soon as possible .
Nice to meet you , Lvan . My name is Alike . I'm from Japan .
To me English is a difficult language .
A second language is always difficult .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
Yes . Can I help you ?
We're ready to order . A cup of coffee for me , and a glass of oranges for her .
Yes , how would you like your coffee ?
Just black coffee . Do you serve anything else besides drinks , say cake .
We also serve sandwiches and cakes .
Give me two pieces of cake .
It's no problem . I was really missing you anyway .
I missed you too .
Why haven't you tried to come see me then ?
I've been really busy .
Doing what ?
Working .
I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too .
What have you been doing ?
I've been working too .
Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me .
I am too .
I said it's a lovely day . Why don't we go for a walk ?
Well , I feel a little tired .
Come on ! A little labor , much health .
Then can you wait a few minutes ? I want to finish writing this letter .
Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather .
I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ?
I Believe I will . Look for me near the lake .
I think we would be able to make it . What time shall we come ?
About 7 o'clock .
Shall we bring any thing ? Some wine ?
No , not really . Just bring yourselves . We would like to your presence .
Left for the fork and right for the knife . Just remember that the stronger one is for knife .
Got it . It's so troublesome to have western food . I've been learning the table manners for hours but still can't really it .
Sure . Rather than eating , having western food is more about western culture .
Yeah . Which restaurant are we going to tonight ?
Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant .
Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ?
You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now .
I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ?
There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget .
Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too .
It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ?
I'll take care of the order .
OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ?
Don't forget about the dessert .
OK , then 50 Yuan for dessert . 500 Yuan all together .
Yes , I do . I am the oldest child . I have a sister and a brother . My sister is in college and my brother in high school .
How do you get along with them ?
We get alone very well .
To tell you the truth , it was completely accidental .
would you mind if I helped out in the kitchen instead ? I do enjoy cooking .
this is supposed to be your vacation ; we'd like you to just relax .
cooking makes me feel relaxed . So , what are we cooking ?
ok , well , we're going to make a pan of lasagne , a salad , and some garlic bread . Here's the recipe . Do you want to get the ingredients we need out of the cupboard ?
sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too .
that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ?
that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there .
fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet .
you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ?
I don't think it's broken .
well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages !
fine . I'll go vacuum . Let me know if you need any other help .
Really ! I've never seen so much work .
Right . How are you going to spend your weekend ?
I don't know . I have no idea .
Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home ?
I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible .
You should try it . It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too . What do you say ?
OK , but don't say I didn't warn you .
That was a pretty good shot , Mary .
Thanks . This is fun !
Let me help you with your serve .
No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before . Maybe I should learn to do something .
Of course , you can . All you need is a little help and a lot of practice .
Do you really think I can be a good player ?
Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ?
Yes . This has been fun .
We have a variety of transportation services . Would you prefer a private vehicle to a taxi ?
No , that won't be necessary . I just need a taxi .
Perhaps you'd prefer a limousine . That's such a stylish way to travel .
Just a taxi , please .
And what is your destination ?
I'm going to Rockefeller Center .
I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ?
I want to leave as soon as possible .
Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir .
Thank you , I'm coming down now .
It won't be but a few seconds , sir .
Maybe you two should go see a marriage counselor .
Thank you very much . I ' Ve tried to keep it short and clear . If there ' s any questions please feel free to ask me .
Well yes , I do have a number of questions , but perhaps first you could give me a brief overview I ' d like to get a little bit of an idea of your background .
Yes , of course . Well as you can see from the resume I ' m 27 and grew up in Brooklyn , New York , although our family moved to London when I was quite young , at around 16 .
Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ?
Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ' Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business
Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood .
Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ' m really looking to settle down .
I see . Okay , well let ' s move on to discuss your education shall we ?
Sure .
Yes . What will you do these two days ?
After five days ' hard work , I'm surely going to have some fun .
But I'd prefer to stay at home and have a good rest .
Don ' t be fool . I ' ll always side with you .
I appreciate your kindness .
to be honest , I wouldn't .
why ? Do you have to make a choice now ?
not really . But it has puzzled me for a long time .
what's the puzzle ?
my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids .
oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way .
yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night .
oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren .
but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not .
definitely .
you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness .
don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together .
I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child .
sure . You can fully enjoy your time together .
Hi ! Crenshaw and Hawthorne , at the Holiday Inn that is on that corner .
Sure thing . So , where are you flying in from ?
From China .
Really ? You don ' t look very Chinese to me , if you don ' t mind me saying so .
It ' s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products .
Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ?
Don ' t you know it ' s rude to ask a lady her age ?
Don ' t get me wrong ! It ' s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas !
Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ?
I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage .
Really ? That ' s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ?
Uh ... yeah .. of course !
Of course . Here you are . Can I take your order now ?
Yes . I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles .
All right . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards . Make it hot , please .
You've got it , sir .
No , it isn't mine . I blundered upon it under the sofa . Do you know whose watch it is ?
Let me have a look . It's mine . I have been looking for it , but just cannot find it . It's present from my father .
Well , here you are . Remember to put it in a proper place .
Hello , there , my name is Tonia .
Do you sing alto ?
Actually , I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate . What about you .
Looks like we both float back and forth . I'm baritone .
Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them .
I heard them warming up earlier . You're right .
It's good to have you in the group . We can always use a good baritone !
I'm doing great . What about you ?
I'm absolutely lovely , thank you .
Everything's been good with you ?
I haven't been better . How about yourself ?
I started school recently .
Where are you going to school ?
I'm going to PCC .
How do you like it so far ?
I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now .
I wish you luck .
Thanks a lot .
I said , " Do you want me to help you ? "
If you're sure you're not in a hurry , I can use a little help .
OK . Would you like me to get you a cab ?
Here you are .
Ok , Mr . Smith . Do you have any bags to check ?
Just this one .
And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Aisle , please .
Boarding time is ten 20am .
What ' s the gate number ?
Gate 29C . Have a nice flight .
Not good for business ? I don't see eye to eye with you . The new policy offers new opportunities .
Too risky anyway . It ' s necessary to look before you leap .
I had a drop too much last night . I attended a banquet given by a Chinese colleague of mine . And it was startling for me to find that people are forced to drink against their will on a Chinese table .
you have it right . Alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China . Drinking with business partners or would-be friends is a way of solidifying friendship , especially in Northern China .
I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me . But if I keep gulping down one cup after another , I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick .
you lose face by refusing to drink , and the host might think you refuse to give him face . The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up . This will endear you
a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood .
then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you .
I got you . Next time . I'll preface a toast with a statement like ' I can't drink any more ' and then drink anyway .
Where are you going to find one ?
I have no idea .
Do you want to know where I bought mine ?
Where did you get it from ?
I got it from IKEA .
How much did it cost you ?
It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set .
Is the furniture sturdy ?
The furniture is built extremely well .
I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good .
Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic .
You ' re crazy ! You haven ' t been here long enough .
But they do .
What makes you say that ?
They wear the same clothes , they ' re all blond , they all drive cars , they all own Parker fountain pens ; they all drink Coca Cola , and they all chew gum .
I disagree with you . They don ' t all wear the same clothes ; they ' re definitely not all blond ; they don ' t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ' t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ' t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ' t have anything to do with how they look !
Maybe I am just homesick . I know you ' re right . I just miss China , that ' s all .
He is out .
Do you want to send it by airmail or by surface mail ?
Well , how long will it take if I send it by surface mail ?
About five weeks .
Oh , dear . It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail . How much will it cost if I send it by air ?
Just a moment . I'll weigh it .
Would you like it rare , medium or well-done ?
Well-done , please .
No , I think I didn't like your method .
Well , have it your way .
Hello , my name is Paula . Nice to meet you !
Nice to meet you , too .
What have you got this morning ?
Fruit juice , cakes and refreshments , and everything .
I'd like to have a glass of tomato juice , please .
Any cereal , sir ?
Yes , a dish of cream of wheat .
And eggs ?
Yes , bacon and eggs with buttered toast . I like my bacon very crisp .
How do you want your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that's enough . T hank you .
I'm glad we're meeting today . Thank you .
You're welcome .
I would like to talk to you about your daughter .
Is there a problem ?
No , your daughter is great .
That's great news .
Your daughter is a wonderful student .
She isn't messing up in class ?
Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved .
Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well .
It is my pleasure to have her in my class .
Which subway should I take to get to the East Side ?
Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
No , thanks . I've had enough .
Actually you haven't had much .
To tell you the truth , I am on a diet .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
Certainly , Mr . Robert . But can I have your plan ?
Sure . Actually it's a routine board meeting . The things to be discussed are all written here .
Very good . May I keep it ? I need it to draw up a notice of the meeting and the agenda .
Go ahead . It's for your reference . While you are at it , make me a special agenda and don't forget to have enough room at the side for notes .
You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ?
Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control .
I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ?
The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ?
Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right .
Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well .
Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ?
Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately .
But I am not familiar with the members of the board .
Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number .
That's a good idea . All right , I ' ll withdraw and get down to it if you don't mind .
I ' m in pretty bad shape . I am having an allergy all the time .
Why not go and see a doctor ?
I never trust those stupid doctors .
Haven't seen you for ages . Where have you been ?
I've been in China . Where were you ?
In Thailand . I taught English there .
No , thanks . I have some trouble with my heart , my doctor recommend I to drink less .
Would you like to try some watermelon juice ? It tastes good .
All right
Yeah .
Are you sure ?
Yes . I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted .
Just because he gets on well with everybody ?
Partly , and he's also a hardworking man .
Well , Mary types faster than Jones . But I think Jones types more carefully .
Is there any difference in their short hand ?
Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ' s short hand is the best in her class .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
What are you doing ?
I'm getting dressed , what does it look like ?
It looks like you are about to get dressed . Did you forget we are in a car on the road ?
I'm good at this . Nobody will see anything .
Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking !
All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room .
That will be my pleasure .
I think I can , Kate . It must be Karen Marsh , the actress .
I thought so . Who ' s that beside her ?
That must be Conrad Reeves .
Conrad Reeves , the actor ? It can ' t be . Let me have another look . I think you ' re right ! Isn ' t he her third husband ?
No , He must be her fourth or fifth .
Doesn ' t Karen Marsh look old !
She does , doesn ' t she ! I read she ' s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty .
I ' m sure she is .
She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl .
That was a long time ago , wasn ' t it ?
Not that long ago ! I ' m not more than twenty-nine myself .
I need a phone card for this new cell phone .
Cool phone . What kind of phone card do you want ?
It's for my daughter who is still a senior high school student .
Then the M-Zone will be suitable .
What's special with the service ?
You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that .
That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card .
Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now .
Oh , good . Then what is it ?
If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free .
May I have two of them ?
Sure . As many as you want .
Okay , then a third one for my husband too .
I want a new brand image . Something creative , something strong . Make no mistake , something with ... resolve !
What is our time frame ?
Let's meet on Friday to discuss your progress . Give me your e-mail address ... umm , I mean addresses ... We'll be in touch .
Well , let's see . Why don't we go dancing for a change ? We haven't done that for a long time .
Well , to tell the truth , I don't really feel like it tonight . I had a pretty hard day and I'm sort of tired .
Hmm . Well , in that case , we could go to the movies .
Oh , we always go to the movies . Can ' t we do something different ?
Well , do you have any suggestions ?
Let's see . How do you feel about playing bridge ?
It's OK with me , but we don't have any beer and things .
Well , shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over , and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff .
OK .
I think meeting people . There are people from all over the country , all over the world , all walks of life which is the most interesting part of my job .
What do you find annoying ?
Well , I work very long hours , ten hours a day is quite normal . And if something important comes up , I ' m often in the office until 8 or 9 in the evening .
Yeah . He's the most experienced athlete in the field .
He won the first place !
Good boy !
I need to return a book .
Can I do anything else for you ?
I would also like to check out this video .
Is that all ?
Yes , just the video .
May I see your library card ?
Here you go .
You have to take care of this video .
Oh , I will .
You will be fined if you damage it .
I understand . Thank you very much .
Not particularly . I was rather disappointed .
Why ? What had you expected ?
I ' d expected it to be much more exciting .
Yes , we do . I think we have the same musical tastes .
But if we're going to start a band , we have to be able to sing and dance . Can you do that ?
I'm not a very good singer , but I'm a really great dancer ! I love hip hop dancing .
Great ! I'll sing , and you can dance in our band .
Sure . Just a minute . Let me take my camera out .
What's the matter ?
I'm not sure .
Is it broken ?
I hope not ! Oh , I see .
What is it ?
The batteries are worn down . I need replace them .
Where can we get batteries ?
All photography shops carry them .
OK . Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does .
Are you asking me ?
Yes , I am . I really don't feel much like cooking , but the family must eat .
Well , you know me . I can always eat pizza , or spaghetti .
So I've noticed . You're putting on a little weight , aren't you ?
I know . Don't remind me . I'm starting a new diet the day after tomorrow .
It's about time .
Listening carefully can show you understand and respect the speaker .
It can show your good attainment as well .
Besides , you can pick up some helpful information from the talk .
First of all , you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile .
To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time .
And your statement should be clear and brief to the point .
Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic .
Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer .
Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic .
Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk .
In a word , any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening .
I know ! I hate it ! But I ' m taking this crash course in math .
Why ?
I have to take my exams for getting into the university , so I need to prepare .
Do you think it will help ?
It has to ! I ' Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ' t know , but the school has a great success record .
Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too .
I ' ll pick up an application form for you at school tomorrow .
I think there's too much violence and it did no good to my little boy .
Yes , I turned it off when the fight got heated in it .
It's really hard to avoid such bad influence anyway .
No . I ' m serious . I ' m going to quit my job .
That ' s amazing ! You got a good pay here , didn ' t you ?
It ' s true . But I can ' t show my abilities .
Come on ! Don ' t be silly !
Your present job is something better . Why do you change ?
Well . How do you know ?
Is this Naomi ?
No , this is her sister , Nancy .
You sure sound like Naomi .
Oh . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Please tell her that Andy called .
Okay . I'll give her the message .
Thanks .
Bye .
Excellent . As soon as we landed , we boarded a bus to Disneyland . I love Mickey Mouse . Janet and I spent the entire first day going on all of the rides .
Didn't you feel any jet lag from the change in time zones ?
I felt fine . I must have been too excited to notice .
I've never been to Disneyland . I went to Universal Studios when I was fifteen . My parents took my brother Franco and I to Los Angeles and San Francisco . Wish you and Janet love each other more .
Hard to say . Now the score is in our favor .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let's wait and see .
Good morning . May I help you ?
I want to place a long-distance call to London . Is this the right counter ?
Yes . Here's a booking form . Please write down the number you wish to call , the name of the person you want to talk to , and your own name for our reference .
All right . Can you tell me when I will be able to get through ?
It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible .
Thank you .
I want to post this package to the United States .
Do you want to mail it by air or by sea ?
By sea .
Nice to meet you , Andrew . I am Noirin , Noirin O'Neil .
I'm sorry , I didn't quite catch that .
Noirin , N-O-I-R-I-N , it's an Irish name .
yes , I just adopted her from the humane society this weekend .
that's good of you . why did you decide to get a rabbit .
well , i wanted to get a pet that wouldn't disturb the neighbors . at the same time , I wanted a pet that would be affectionate .
rabbits aren't usually that affectionate , are they ?
if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats .
i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ?
not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its
that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ?
No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad .
can you train a rabbit to do things ?
you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet .
that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ?
not yet . She's pretty tame . I think she must be used to being around lots of different people .
Yes , of course . There are various forms of travel .
Do I have to book the tour right now ?
There is no need . We have the tour everyday .
Yes , we're interested in seeing the rooms for rent .
Oh , how nice ! there are bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
That is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
You know I did .
Who did you vote for ?
I voted for Obama , of course !
Can you believe that he actually won ?
I knew he would win .
I didn ' t think he would .
He was the top candidate .
I figured people wouldn ' t vote for him because he ' s African American .
That just goes to show that America is finally turning over a new leaf .
You ' re absolutely right .
I ' m excited that Barack Obama is our President .
Good afternoon . I would like my hair done .
What style do you want ?
I'd like to try a new hair-style . Could you show me some pictures of hair styles ?
Sure . Here you are .
Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please .
Yes , Miss . Is that all right ?
Beautifully done .
And would you like a manicure ?
No , thanks . How much should I pay ?
One hundred yuan , please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
It's not that far . Do you see that Yellow building over there ?
The big one or the small one ?
The big one .
Yes .
It's right next to it , on the right .
Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ?
I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now .
I really need to get some things before I leave .
Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day .
Can I take the subway to get there ?
Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab .
Won't that be expensive ?
No , from here I think it's only about 5 dollars .
Have you ever been to America ?
No , but I'd really like to .
You'd like it .
No , I'm full .
Do you want something to drink ?
Yes , I'd like some coffee .
Sorry , I don't have any coffee .
That's OK . I'll have a glass of water .
A small glass , or a big one ?
Small please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
All right . Our insurance coverage is 110 % of the invoice value , up to the port of destination only .
I'd like to have the insurance of the goods covered up to 130 % of the invoice amount .
Ok , this premium for the difference between 130 % and 110 % of the invoice value should be borne by the buyer .
That's understood .
Yes . I ' m looking for something to wear to a formal party .
What dress size do you wear ?
Medium , a woman ' s size 10 or 12 .
This dress is the latest fashion form Paris . It ' s made of pure silk . And this silk blouse would go with this skirt . Do you like it ?
Yes .
Why don ' t you try it on and see how you feel about it ?
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll try it on .
How does that feel ?
It feels very good .
You look wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll take it . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
We'd like to take a tour to Florence .
That's a beautiful city . When do you want to go there ?
We have got a 2 weeks ' vocation and we plan to leave on Thursday .
Then please have a look at the table , there are so many plans .
Just a second . I'll have to check that . Anything else I can do for you ?
Yes . I'd like to send a $ 20 money order .
There you go .
Yeah , should we get out and help ?
No , there ' s a police car behind us . He ' ll stop .
Looks like the one guy lost control in all this rain , and the other one hit him .
Yeah . It ' s pretty bad , that car looks like a coke can .
These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days .
Yeah , it looks like we ' re in for a long drive .
Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it .
All right .
Have you got the latest ONXIU magazine ?
Yes , but it's checked out .
What a pity ! I missed it again .
It's popular you know . You want to reserve it ?
Yes , please .
Fill out this form and we will send you a note when we get the book .
Thank you . What shall I do when I check out these books ?
Take the card , and fill in your name and library card number .
Thank you so much .
Terrible .
Oh , what ' s the matter ?
I ' Ve got a fever and really a bad headache .
Oh , that ' s too bad . Why don ' t you take some aspirin ?
I ' Ve already tried some but it didn ' t help .
Well , it ' s necessary for you to see a doctor .
Yeah , I guess I should .
Well , you ' d better get some rest .
Thank you very much .
Bye .
I got laid off today .
Oh no ! That ' s terrible !
Yeah .
What happened ?
My boss said I didn ' t have enough skills to do the job well .
What are you going to do ?
I ' m going to start taking classes at the local community college to try to improve my skills . Then I ' ll start looking for a new position .
You should go to the library to find some information about American universities , and write to the Admission Office . Then the Admission Office will send you application forms and other related materials . From experience , many applicants write to several universities instead of just one .
I was told that it took a lot of time and effort to apply .
That is true . I'll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It's usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate all your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
Oh , please sit down . What university did you graduate from ?
I graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce .
What was your major at college ?
My major was accounting .
Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ?
Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises .
What kind of work are you doing now ?
I'm engaged in accounting .
What are your responsibilities in your present work ?
My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency .
Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ?
I think so .
Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ?
Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 .
What's the creditor's equity ?
The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities .
Oh ! I feel really under the weather . I ' Ve got a sore throat and a bad cough .
Oh dear . Maybe you ' Ve caught a cold .
Yes , I ' Ve had lots of overtime to do recently and I haven ' t slept much at all .
Well then , you should get some rest this weekend and don ' t go out drinking .
Yes , I think you ' re right !
Congratulations ! So , have you started planning your move ?
Yes , I am trying to find good movers now . Do you know any ?
Not really .
What did you do for your last move ?
Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out .
Oh . that's very nice of him .
Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you .
Yes , please .
It was exciting !
Let me take a look . This is for a 486 computer with modem . Who ' s it going to ?
I believe it ' s going to Ms . Wilson ' s office .
Get her on the phone , please . I need to clarify this .
Don't you have a credit card ?
I have one but it can only be used in my country .
Why don't you change the cash to traveler's checks ? It's much more convenient and safer . When you are abroad , you can cash them .
Well , that's great .
With pleasure . What color do you like ?
I like yellow best . How much does it cost ?
It costs 275 yuan , Miss .
It's nice , but that's very steep for a rain coat . Could you give me a 20 percent discount ?
Sorry , we don't give discounts .
In that case , I don't think I'll buy one here .
Hello , nice to meet you . I ' m Mr . Gotcha . Have any trouble finding the place ?
No problem .
So why don ' t you tell me why you are interested in changing positions ?
Unfortunately , our company is shutting down due to the economy .
What would you consider your strengths ?
I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes .
What is your biggest weakness ?
I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged .
We have a position where that could work out well .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you're right . There needs to be an international response to this problem ?
Yes , they are all on the shelf .
Do you have an English-Chinese dictionary ?
Yes . Here you are .
Are you kidding ? The train leaves in an hour . Where did you put it ?
It was in my pocket , but now I can't find it .
Is it in the other pocket ?
No , it is not here . Damn it ! I'm going to have to buy another ticket .
Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in .
OK .
Please to meet you Mrs Chen . My name is Joy . Welcome to the hotel . Here is the keys , registration slips and breakfast description . Breakfast will be served from seven tomorrow morning . Is there any change of your schedule ?
No . Our check out time is still be eight thirty tomorrow .
And we arrange a morning call at seven thirty . Is that be fine ?
That ' s alright .
Please put your luggage outside your room by eight . The bail-boy will pick them up .
Thank you .
Thank you very much . I hope you enjoy your stay .
There's still a lot left-have some more !
Thanks , but I couldn't eat another bite . I'm really full .
No , I shouldn ' t think so . But you must take your passport of course .
Yes , I know . I must get my traveler ' s check and some foreign currency .
Yes , you need the traveler ' s check but you needn ' t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ' t need them .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
I am accomplished in English and computer . Besides , I've got a Teacher's Certificate .
Do you want to be an instructor in the future ?
Yes . I regard instructor as a decent occupation and I love to be an instructor .
I'd like a dozen long-stemmed roses .
Would you like them delivered ?
Yes , I'd like them sent to this address .
Do you want to sign the card ?
No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting .
Ah ... very well , sir . I'll have them delivered this afternoon .
Please forgive me just being frankly , madam . You don't need whitening products because you look pretty white . But you have freckles on your face .
Then what kind of product can fade freckles ?
I recommend Nisei products . This brand has a face cream which is effective on fading freckles .
How much is it ?
419 yuan .
It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ?
I'm afraid there isn't .
Mom , what should I do ?
It's dusty everywhere in the house . Can you help me do the housecleaning ?
OK . I will call Peter to clean it together .
That's my good girl . The clothes need washing . I'll do the laundry .
Ms . Yang , can you tell us in what ways the new EBB is better than the old model ?
Certainly . First of all , the old model had a rather small screen , so not much information could appear at one time . So on the new model , we have made the screen much bigger and ...
Excuse me , but what are the Mbps mainly used for ?
Oh , there are many uses and I'll explain them in detail a little later . First , I'd like to ...
Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ?
You were right , Mr . Tim . Your colleagues do want know all about it .
Coffee , please .
What about you , Mary ?
Coke is fine . Thank you .
Sally ? She is a bachelor girl . She is an excellent designer . Many of the company's advertisements are her child trains .
Why is she still single ? She must have a face that would stop a clock .
Oh , quite the other way round . She is a knock-out . She devotes much of her time to her career .
Have you just started getting a lot of headaches ?
I never had very many headaches before , but the last few weeks I have been getting a lot of them .
Have you had any unusually stressful situations in your life lately ?
My mother just passed away last Tuesday .
I ' m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ?
I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority .
Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ?
No , I haven ' t hit my head .
I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests .
I'm glad you liked it . Are you ready for dessert ?
I don't know . I'm pretty full . What are we having ?
I made strawberry shortcake .
Ooh , that's my favorite . Maybe I'll have a small slice .
Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ?
I'll have a cup of tea .
Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ?
Actually , could I have some milk with that ?
Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ?
Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go .
What happened ?
I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up .
I'll go with you . Where is she ?
She's on the M40 , near Reading .
Is she alright ?
I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this .
Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go .
Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own .
Ok . Just call me if you need anything then .
I will . Thanks a lot .
What time do you want the call ?
I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen .
We can certainly do that . Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen .
Actually , can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty . am ?
I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ?
I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again .
Okay . Good night , sir .
Hi , John , I am trying to find a carpenter .
Why ?
Well , I want to build a deck in my back yard .
What for ?
So I can have a special place to hang out with friends , and also do some barbecuing on weekends .
That sounds cool . Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job ?
You ? Do you have a carpenter's license ?
Yes , of course . But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle .
Wow ! That's cool . So , let me give you some details about the deck I want .
Please go ahead , I am listening .
I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door .
Is your back door higher than the ground level ?
Yes , the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground .
Okay , then you need a deck with a guardrail .
I don't like things to be fancy .
Don't worry . I will build your deck with a simple but classic look .
Hmm , that's good . Can you use cedar or redwood to build it ?
Cedar is a good choice .
Well , let's take the measurements right now .
I'm going out this Saturday .
Do you already have a foursome ?
Unfortunately , we do . Let's plan for something together for Wednesday . We can go right after work .
That sounds good . Where do you want to play ?
We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work .
How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close .
How much does it cost over there ?
Twilight rates are 21 dollars .
That's pretty good . Let's do it .
Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4
Make it 4
Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time .
Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then .
Aright . Have fun on Saturday .
Will do .
He is in his office , but you'd better choose your words carefully while talking to him .
What's up ?
Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
oh , hi Lucas , come on in . I'm Barbara . Nice to meet you .
nice to meet you too .
would you like something to drink ? I've got tea and some grape juice .
thanks . Some tea would be nice . Chinese tea is great . I really like your tea set . Where did you get it ?
oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well .
oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here .
you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants
there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight .
well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way .
that would be wonderful . Thanks !
There are many interesting places you should be sure to see . One problem is transportation , however . Because the city is very old , the roads are narrow and congested . If you only have three or four days to visit , you don't want to spend them waiting in traffic in a cab . I suggest you take the subway .
The subway ? But is there a subway station next to my hotel ? I have to go between the conference center and the hotel several times a day ...
No worries , there's a subway station at the conference center itself , and a shuttle from your hotel to the conference center that takes only 5 minutes . When you do your personal sightseeing , you can first take the shuttle to the conference center , then hop on the metro .
Is it expensive to ride on the underground ?
You can get a daily pass that will allow you to travel unlimited for the whole day for about 6 dollars . Otherwise , you can pay by trip , which is about 50 cents to 2 dollars each trip , depending on how far you go .
Is it easy to get lost ?
No , no ... . it's very hard to get lost . There are two lines , one that goes in a circle , the other that is straight . If you get lost , there are always subway attendants that can help you find your way .
I saw him last week . It seems he was a bit queer in the head .
Yes , he has been like that since his accident .
What a pity !
Thanks , Mark . I used to be a member of the school choir .
No wonder you can control your voice so well . You are a professional singer .
Well , you are flattering me . I wouldn't say I am a professional , but I did receive some training at school . My music teacher used to be a professional singer .
Well , a good teacher makes good students .
You are quite right .
How much would you like ?
10,000 sq . m . You should give us a discount for such a large quantity .
A higher discount will be given for a big order , so we are willing to give you a 5 % discount this time .
The Iranians will give us a 10 % discount if such a high order is placed with them . No doubt you know an incentive discount encourages the buyers and helps expand seller's business .
Of course I know . But there is too high a rate . Frankly speaking , the maximum discount we can make is 6 % .
Oh , she did ? Then it's a used car of course .
Yes , it's used , but she said it was in very good shape . It's a small foreign car .
What else did she tell you ? Did she tell you how many miles there are on it ?
She thinks it has about twenty-five or thirty thousand miles .
That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ?
Three thousand dollars .
Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ?
He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city .
Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ?
No , but she gave me her friend's telephone number . I can call him and make an appointment .
Miss !
Yeah ! May I introduce Mis ... eh ... Miss ...
My name is Jane Brown !
Oh yeah ! Would you please welcome ... Miss Jan Brown .
No problem . What size would you like ?
A big one would be nice .
How about this one ? It's our biggest -- 16 " in diameter .
Oh , yes . I like that one . But it's too heavy .
Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum .
Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle .
Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it .
Great . Will that be cash or charge ?
Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show you the lid . It comes with the pan .
That's a lot to sell with very low profit margins .
It's about the best we can do , Smith . We need to hammer something out today . If I go back empty-handed , I may be coming back to you soon to ask for a job .
OK . 17 % the first six months , 14 % for the second .
Good . Let's iron out the remaining details . When do you want to take delivery ?
We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st .
Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st .
Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments .
Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 .
I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Tom , this deal promises big returns for both sides . Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Ok , here you are .
Do you have anything do declare ?
No , I don't .
Any cigarettes ? Baker ?
Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky .
What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of those ? Let me taste it .
Yes , Sir , go ahead , here you are .
Why ? Are you planning to stir-fry my face ?
Nope . I'm going to tell your fortune . So ... the oilier , the better .
You've gone bonkers , Jen .
It's facial paper , and it fits into the rings of my binder ! It's magical .
OK . Let's see . Give me a sheet .
What's in it , please ?
Just a few shirts .
OK . You may wrap it now . Please fill in this form and label it . ( after a moment ) Would you like it registered ?
No , I'd rather send it by ordinary mail .
Nine dollars and fifty cents .
Here you are .
Here's the receipt .
Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
How do you do , Ms . Chi ?
Welcome to this corporation , Mr . White . Won ' t you please sit down ?
Thank you .
Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct . Exhibition there . Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind .
Yes , we have . I ' Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ' d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it .
Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery .
I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles .
Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles .
Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ?
We normally export CFR .
What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis .
That can be discussed .
All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ?
What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel .
I'll be expecting you , then .
Well you should have picked , in the end you always complain about everything .
Not everything , just this film . Even the title is ridiculous . and it ' s so long , those are the two and a half most wasted hours of my life , so much so that I ' m thinking about asking them to give me my money back .
I ' m thinking of taking you back home . I thought we could have a nice evening , but you ' re always so negative .
I ' m only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage .
You see , that ' s what I ' m talking about , I can ' t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings .
Well he ' s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories .
Love stories ? More like one-night-stands .
Don ' t criticize Mario or else I ' ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours ; they ' re no saints .
My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ?
You ' re unbearable ; you can walk home , I ' m leaving .
Hi , Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too .
Mrs . Smith , what do you do for work ?
I'm a doctor .
Oh . Where do you work ?
New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ?
I'm a teacher .
What do you teach ?
I teach English .
Where ?
At a high school in New Jersey .
That's nice . How old are you ?
I'm 32 .
What a find ! So , how much does it cost ?
Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
Sixty bucks ? No-can-do , son . You'll be lucky if I go down to eighty-five .
Eighty-five ? That's the best you can do ? I'll come back later ...
Which terms ?
First , about the terms of payment . Your draft contract says that payment is to be made by D \ A . This is not our practice . We prefer to have the payment made by L \ C through a negotiating bank in America .
Good . I will add this to the contract .
The second thing I would like to point out , that is packaging . It's stipulated in the contract that all the computer parts should be packed in cardboard boxes . But I think the wooden cases are much safer .
Well , you are right . Is there anything else ?
As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much .
Well , we have agreed on all the major points .
Hi , I am just looking .
It's a good car .
What year is it ?
1999 .
How about the mileage ?
6,000 miles , all highway mileage .
What do you mean 7B
Highway miles are not as bad as local miles . They do not hurt car as much .
Oh , why such a high mileage ?
The owner was commuting everyday crossing the state line .
Okay . Does this car have a warranty ?
One month .
How do I make sure I am not buying a junk ?
You'll check it out anyway you want . You can take it to a garage .
How much is it ?
$ 5,900 .
I'll have to think about it .
Leave your phone number , and I will give you a call if the price gets reduced .
Okay .
Hi , Tom . Want a cup of coffee ?
Not right now . I've got to get another car and my old one is blown up .
Oh , hey , did you look in the classified ads ?
You mean used cars ?
No , Ah ... single sellers .
Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problems .
Uh huh . How about a used car ? They've got good ones now .
It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get .
Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now . You'd feel so good driving a new car .
Let's look at them all . Have you got a paper there ?
What are you basing this information on ?
First and secondary research . I hope that you can address this concern immediately as i find it very disturbing .
Yes , I will . We are very happy with your performance and want to continue our woodworking relationship .
I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase .
Let me take this up with the Director and get back to you immediately .
Let me check - - oh , here it is . It just arrived a few minutes ago .
Excellent . I have been expecting it .
Is it important ?
You bet it is . It's about the new contract .
Here it is , sir .
Today is Tuesday , 25th September , 2001 .
25th Sep ? Oh , I have an appointment tonight .
What time is your appointment ?
It is at 8 o'clock .
What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ?
I don't know what time it is .
It must be about 6 o'clock .
I have to go now . I don't want to be late .
You won't be late . It's still early .
You have taken words out of my mouth . He is a tough customer .
But his daughter is a very nice girl .
It was alright . I ran into Bill and we got to talking for a while . He ' s in a bit of a jam .
Why ? What happened ?
Well , his son had an accident and Bill doesn ' t have health insurance . This really got me thinking , and I wondered if we shouldn ' t look into a couple of different HMO ' s .
Yeah , you ' re right . We aren ' t getting any younger and our kids are getting older .
Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too .
Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money .
Well , we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine .
I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare .
Not in a million years !
Sure . What ' s up ?
We're going to the beach for the weekend .
Are you going fishing ?
No . Just some fun in the sun . We really need to get away and relax for a few days .
Well , don't worry . I ' ll take care of the business for you . Have fun !
Of course Mike . Who else ? We fell in love at first sight .
When's the wedding going to be ?
We haven't decided yet . There are a lot of things to sort out , you know .
Are you having a big wedding ?
Yes , I've always dream of having a big wedding .
But what do you say about that ?
I don't really enjoy big occasions , but I think I ' ll come round to the idea in the end , It only happens once in a lifetime .
Perhaps I'll agree with Mike . I couldn't stand a big wedding with many relatives and friends of my parents or my wife whom I'd never met before .
Really ? I thought his wife couldn ' t have a baby .
Actually they ' re expecting the baby to come on my birthday .
Oh , what a coincidence ! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it . He likes children and always wants a child of his own .
In fact , they ' re both very excited about the coming baby . Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like , since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese .
Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ' s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ?
It ' s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now .
Oh ! You mean she doesn ' t have to work now ? It ' s hard for young parents not to overreact , isn ' t it ?
thanks ; do you like it ?
not really . I was being sarcastic . Does it come with the job ?
yes , everyone on the sales floor has to wear one . They're supposed to make us look more professional .
they're not actually that bad . They could be worse . What do you think about it ?
I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day .
so are you enjoying your new job ?
it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great .
how do you like working in sales ?
I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster .
that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department .
yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman !
I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos !
how do you know her ?
she's my cousin .
why didn't you tell me about that before ?
I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting .
well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime .
that's a good idea . Let's discuss after work .
Oh , Kate ! I ' m sorry . It completely slipped my mind !
That ' s okay , Martin . If you could just bring it in tomorrow , I ' d appreciate it .
Definitely . I ' m really sorry !
What's up ?
Look , this is a pimple !
Oh , I think it is .
How come ?
I think it's because of your bad habits !
I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot .
I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem .
I wasn't aware of that !
You should do better later .
You have to make an appointment before we can come out and install it .
I'd like to make an appointment right now .
What day are you available ?
I would like to have it done this Friday .
Three o'clock is the only time we can come in .
Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ?
I'm sorry , but that's our only available time .
How about Saturday ?
We're completely open on Saturday .
Can you come over at 11
That'll be fine .
No , sir . Would you rather sit near the dance floor ?
I don't think so . Is that table all right ?
That's free .
I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist .
Here is the bigger size .
This one fits me well but it is too expensive , can you make it a little cheaper ?
Can you enlarge the picture ?
Yes , what size do you want ?
I want it enlarged to 5 inches .
No problem . Come and get your picture on Friday .
Once in a while .
Hello . I'm hoping to buy some Treasury Certificates today . Are they available ?
Certainly , Visible Treasury Certificates . Then you can get a receipt from the savings office as proof of payment . Hence the ' visible ' , you can see it .
Ah , right . How much do I need to spend ?
The minimum is 100 RIB , and the maximum is 500,000 RIB .
How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ?
Yes , they are different because they are printed by the Ministry of Finance in set amounts . Just 100 RIB , 500 RIB and 1,000 RIB , you cannot choose from many amounts , you see .
No thanks . I like to run in the morning . I ran a couple of miles when I woke up today .
I try to do that , but I can ' t get up early enough .
I couldn ' t either at first , but you get used to it .
It ' s so hot at lunchtime ; I ' d rather run in the morning .
Well , why don ' t you come tomorrow ? I ' ll stop by your house on my way out .
I could try , but I can ' t say for sure if I ' ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ?
I ' ll give you a call around 6:00 and stop by around 6:30 .
O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ' ll be able to get up in time for a jog .
Great , I ' ll see you then .
See you .
Yes , of course . And I'm amazed the those karate and judo boys were so helpless before the wrestlers .
You bet . The wrestlers had got sound defences and they simply couldn't make it .
Yes . I sent in my resume at the end of last week . I'm applying for the accounts assistant position .
May I have your name please ?
My name is Judy Liao . That's spelled L I A O .
Alright ... And did you have some specific questions about your application ?
Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume .
Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check . Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume .
Thank you .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ?
No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient .
Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ?
I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes . Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants .
I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful .
If you have any further questions , you can call any time .
Thank you .
Thank you . Goodbye .
All kinds , but mostly Pop , rock and classical . Why ?
I have tickets to a show . Do you want to go with me ?
What kind of music is it ?
Pop . It's Maria Carey .
When is it ?
At 8P M tomorrow night .
Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ?
Yes , that's a good idea .
Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment .
Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ?
Yes , that's right . You have a good memory .
Where are you heading , sir ?
Capital Airport .
What's your flight time ?
At 7:50 .
I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 .
How long is the ride from here then ?
Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less . Is that okay ?
Yes , that'll be fine . How much is this going to cost ?
No , it's not .
She doesn't look like our classmate .
Don't mistake her as somebody . She ' s my older sister .
Really , she's so pretty .
Yes , I'd like to buy these razors .
Okay , that'll be $ 6 . 85 with tax .
If they are just like us , they are not middle-aged .
Of course they are .
Middle-aged means in the middle , Ethel , middle of life . People don't live to a hundred and fifty .
Oh , we are the part on the edge of middle . That's all .
Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging .
Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ?
I can if you like .
Hey , that was quite the presentation ! Honestly , I was completely blown away by your strategy outline . I've gotta say , Alex , you really wowed me today .
Aw , come on , it was nothing . I'm just doing my job .
No , I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean , if I look back on your previous presentations , this is a huge improvement .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
not much . Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time that we decided to meet again tonight .
oh , that's exciting . What's this guy like ? Is he hot ?
well , I didn't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found his extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , a
it seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
there's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar h
well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you as me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Are you scheduling a check-up , or are you ill ?
I have really itchy skin and think I may have to have it looked at .
Have you been feeling any joint aches with that rash ?
No , but I have a low fever .
I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ?
I want to come in on Wednesday .
I can fit you in on that day at 10
I would prefer Dr . Smith .
You can see the doctor of your choice then , and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time .
Actually , it is a 30 - day notice to vacate the premises .
Just for being a few days late ?
This isn ' t the first time you have been considerably late with the rent . I need to start the procedure to evict you .
Are you taking my apartment away ?
This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent .
Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ?
You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments .
I will go write a check right now .
Thank you . I will need a cashier ' s check or cash , please .
I can believe it , and I am very excited about it .
I hope you voted for him .
Of course I did . Didn ' t you ?
Of course !
I have total faith in Obama as our President .
You do ?
Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf .
Our country really could use some work .
I believe that change has already begun .
I couldn ' t agree more .
I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country .
Yes , in many ways it is . There are many stereotypes I have to deal with in my daily life .
Stereotypes ? Like what ?
Well , like since I'm black , I must like rap music , come from the inner city , or play basketball well .
I do know you like rap music , but the other two are definitely false . I ' Ve seen you play basketball .
Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma .
You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy .
I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well .
Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all .
Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion .
I see . It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US .
Yes . This is Vanessa .
Hi , Vanessa . I ' m Don . I ' m calling from Seller ' s Market . Are you still interested in a position as a cashier ?
Yes . Is the position available now ?
Yes , it is . Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome . I ' ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 .
I ' ll see you then . Good bye .
Oh , really ? Where ' d you find it ?
I was looking through the ads today , and I found it in there .
In the ads ? Are you serious ?
Yeah , and it ' s affordable too .
I ' d like to hear about this apartment .
First of all , it ' s absolutely gorgeous .
What is the rent each month ?
It ' s only $ 725 a month .
That ' s amazing . The rent is very cheap .
I know it is .
It ' s a good thing that you read that ad today .
Yes , thank you so much .
Have you booked already ?
Yes , my table is for 7 and it's near the window .
OK , sir . I will show you your table .
Yes . Should we go there by bus so we aren't late ?
Actually , why don't we go there by bike ? We could get stuck in traffic if we travel by bus in rush hour .
That's true . Cycling is good for our environment , too . Let me just get my helmet then .
Is your helmet comfortable ?
Not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
Maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
Is that your new bicycle ?
Yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
It's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
Nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
Well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
That's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
Is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
It's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
You will have to take your driving test . Have you taken it yet ?
I haven't taken it yet .
Could you fill these papers out , please ?
Can I take my test right now ?
You need an appointment .
I would like to do that right now , if I could .
Is Friday good for you ?
That's perfect .
Okay , so Friday at what time ?
The morning would be nice .
All right . Come in on Friday at 11
And what did the program say ?
It said that people with a positive attitude 7 tend to live longer and happier .
I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea .
And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress .
And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise . My father is over 60 years old , and he lifts weights every day .
Sure . What do you want to find ?
I want to find information on World War Two .
Well , can you be more specific ? There are a lot of websites about that .
Yes , I want to know about the Normandy Landing .
Ok . Well , go to www . google . com , and type in Normandy Landing .
Oh , wow ! There are lot of sites .
Here , try this one . It's a good site about Normandy Landing .
Thanks .
For detailed information , however , you should read a history book .
Thanks . If I am interested , I'll go to the library .
Let's see . It says that you were charged Monday at 9:00 p . m . for the movie ' Titanic . '
That's absolutely wrong ! I was out exploring the city Monday night .
Okay , let me see what I can do for you .
Thank you . I didn't think it would be this simple .
I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service .
Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ?
Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed .
This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again !
I'm sorry , sir . Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters .
No , I haven't .
Have you got any wine or spirits ?
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
I'd like a one-inch photo for my interview .
OK , please take a seat . Look at here . Head up . Done .
I want to fetch them in 3 days .
Good afternoon . I have a reservation under the name of Hilton .
Could you spell that , please ?
Sure . It's H-I-L-T-O-N .
One moment , please . Ah yes , Mr . Hilton , you booked a single room for three nights . Is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I see from the computer that you are a frequent guest here . Do you have your loyalty card ?
Yes , here you are . And here's my credit card , too .
Thank you . Right , your room number is 105 . Here's your key and receipt . Thank you for choosing our hotel again , sir .
Thank you , goodbye .
Goodbye .
So fast ! Thank you .
You're welcome . This is my duty . Anything else ?
Yes , you'd print out the address and telephone number of those guests from your computer , and then send those materials to each business worker .
OK , I'll do it right now .
By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip .
Yes , I get it .
OK , it's no anything . Do what you should do .
I'm ok . I wish I could say the same for my friend .
what happened to him ?
he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving .
was it his first offence ?
unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university .
what happened to him then ?
not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 .
did they take his license away ?
no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now .
what do you think will happen to him ?
well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail .
that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ?
not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one .
my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him .
that'd be great ! I know he'd appreciate your help .
How much is it ? Is three hundred dollars enough ?
No , I'm not asking for money . I'm asking for your advice .
Oh , you've already grown up , son .
I wouldn't say that . They seem to be on good terms but actually they always speak ill of each other .
Oh , it's unbelievable !
Is it urgent ? Would you like the express service ?
No thank you . I ' d like to send it just by normal post .
From 6:00 to 9:00 .
Well , I would like to order breakfast for tomorrow coming .
Certainly , Sir . What would you like to have ?
Please give me two fried eggs , two orders of toast and a cup of coffee .
Fine . Have a nice stay here .
Will do .
How frustrating ! The bus is still not coming .
Ma'am , take your kid to school ?
Yes . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut .
No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus .
The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school .
My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way .
That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone . Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand .
OK !
What is the fare ?
It's 14 . 5 Yuan .
Keep the change !
Thanks , Ma'am .
Fine , how are you doing ?
OK .
What do you want to do ?
I'm hungry . I'd like to eat something .
Where do you want to go ?
I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant .
What kind of Italian food do you like ?
I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ?
No , I don't , but I like pizza .
Yes , please .
Will this table be all right ?
Actually , I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible .
Certainly . How about this one ?
This will be fine , thanks .
( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order .
Thank you .
Is that spelt M , A , C or M , C ?
It's M , C , capital D .
Yes , I want to buy a suit .
What about the red one ? It's the best seller .
Yeah , it's quite cute . I don't think it will fit me . I would prefer a darker color . Have you a black one ?
Yes , We have .
Sure , let's take a look . Sweetie , this is terrific . Your ideas are so original .
Thanks .
I can tell you worked hard on it .
I really did ! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago .
Well , it was definitely worth all the time .
Let's just hope my teacher agrees .
Emm ... yes . But I wasn't too impressed . I found her a little stuck up .
You are kidding , but she's so helpful .
Tom ... you are her boss , you kown . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
My mother is ill in the hospital .
What does the doctor say ?
The disease fails to respond to drugs .
Yeah , I'd better head for home .
I'd like to cancel a reservation .
In whose name was the reservation made ?
Jim White .
What was the date of the reservation ?
From November 21st for 4 nights .
Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ?
It's for myself .
May I have your name and phone number , please ?
Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 .
Thank you , sir . I will cancel Mr . White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights . We look forward to another chance to serve you .
Tell me about it ! It's like the whole world is broiling .
Oh , look at the thermometer ! The temperature has hit 98 .
I hope it's not gonna break into three digits
But it's already awfully close .
Well , I just hope it'll level off .
I guess you can ' t do anything until after dark then .
I guess so . What else can we do ? You can ' t stay in the heat for long .
It was all right . She , tall and attractive , has stable job and source of income .
Yes , so I think she is suitable for you .
But , well ... what I want to say is ...
Stop acting like this . Say away !
Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that .
What did she say ?
She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents .
Give her up .
He's awful ! He telephoned me four times yesterday , and three times the day before yesterday . He telephoned the office yesterday morning and yesterday afternoon . My boss answered the telephone .
What did your boss say to him ?
He said , Pauline is typing letters . She can't speak to you now ! " Then I arrived home at six o'clock yesterday evening . He telephoned again . But I didn ' t answer the phone !
Did he telephone again last night ?
Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock .
What did you say to him ?
I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ' t telephone my daughter again !
Did he telephone again ?
No , he didn't !
Hello ! Do you have any rooms available tomorrow night ?
Sure . How many rooms do you need ?
Just one .
What kind of room ?
I need a room with two double beds .
Smoking or non-smoking ?
Non .
How many nights will you be staying ?
Six nights .
Ok . I just need your name and credit card number to hold the room .
Nine total . Seven children and my parents .
Seven children ? That's a lot . Why did your parents have so many ?
Well , my mother came from a big family , and wanted to have one of her own . My father was an only child , and didn't really care about having a large family , but my mother talked him into it .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Well , at least going to college won't be too bad . Since both of your parents are college professors , they must give you reduced tuition at the college .
They do , but it doesn't help too much . Having seven children means that the money situation in my home is always pretty tight .
Shih ! ! Please keep your voice down . There are people reading and studying here .
Ok , I'm sorry . Are you the librarian ? Maybe you can help me , I am looking for a book .
Yes I am . You can check our online catalog to search the book you want based on the genre , title or if you know the author , I can point you towards the right direction .
I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes .
That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right .
Ok , I would like to check out these books .
Do you have a library card ?
No . How do I get one ?
I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state .
Here you go .
So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book .
Ok , thanks !
Yes . I'd like to make a plane reservation to Shanghai , China .
Your name , please ?
Via Kiang . I'd like to leave on May 5th .
Let me see what's available . Yes , Air China has a flight on May 5th at nine fifteen in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single ticket or return ticket ?
Single . What's the fare , PLS ?
Economy fare for single ticket from Beijing to Shanghai is 500 yuan .
I see . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes , your seat is confirmed on that flight . Pls arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
Thank you .
Not at all . But I've found satisfaction in it !
Do you put your feet on your own table ?
No , I never do that .
Why not ?
I don't want to mark my table , of course .
Well , will you please put them down ?
I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early .
I forgot something on the table .
Oh , you've got a good memory .
It's going to rain .
Let's go quickly .
I enjoy drawing and painting .
You know how to draw and paint ?
Yes , I do .
When did you learn how to do that ?
I learned back in high school .
Oh , so you took an art class ?
Yeah , I loved that art class .
I see that you're pretty talented .
Thank you very much .
I wish I had a talent like that .
I'm sure you have a talent . It's just hidden .
Sure , I'm heading out myself . Enjoy your evening .
Thanks , sir . You too . Drive safely , I hear there ' s a lot ice on the roads .
Thanks for the warning ! See you tomorrow !
Yes , I experienced one when I was in Tokyo once . The tremors only lasted a few seconds though and then it was over .
Do you know where it measured on the Richter scale ?
I don't remember , but it wasn't very serious . Have you ever been in an earthquake ?
No , but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger .
Where are you from ?
I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes .
Did your house ever get damaged from the winds ?
Most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room .
Wow , that must have really been scary .
Actually , some of my fon best memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass .
Have you ever experiences a flood ?
No , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car !
That sure didn't last long !
Yes , please . Can I exchange money here ?
Here we can exchange HAD , USD and Euros . Which do you require ?
To be honest , I really wanted to exchange my GAP , but I suppose USD will be fine . I have some and I just need a little local currency for expenses . Could you tell me what the rate is like today ?
At the moment it's 830 . 43 RIB for 100 USD , which is a pretty good rate .
OK , that sounds fine . I think 200 USD worth of RIB should be plenty , thanks .
Would she like a laptop ?
That sounds like a good idea .
A Mac is a very popular brand .
She mentioned a Mac . How much is it ?
A 15 - inch Pro model is $ 2,100 plus tax .
That sounds like a great price . I'll take one .
This is a gift she'll cherish for years . How do you want to pay ?
I'll use my VISA .
We're almost through . Just sign here , please .
Just take it home and plug it in ?
She'll be online 20 minutes after she opens the box .
She's going to be so pleased with this .
Remember us for all your computer needs .
I've got it .
Do you know in which area ?
No , I am sorry I have no idea . I am a stranger here .
I see . Well , do you know anything near the hotel ?
Oh , yes . My friend told me the hotel was near the Central Railway Station .
Then you'll have to take a bus and get off at the Central Railway Station .
Can you show me where the Central Railway Station is on this map ?
OK .
Hey , look . My admirer has struck again .
Another note ? But how ? I didn't see anyone !
It's an e-mail . It says , We need to meet . I'll give you a sweet treat . It's not what you think .
Uh-oh . He's heating up . What are you going to do now ?
You know what , I think I know who my admirer is .
You do ? Who ?
Thank you for saying so . I don ' t know , probably because I like sharing my experience and knowledge with them . I think this kind of communication helps to improve our work efficiency and also helps to get along with colleagues .
Sharing knowledge can be very settled and some second stances . People may think you are telling them how to do their work . If they take it personally , they feel angry at you and even become reluctant to support you at work .
That is true . Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way . For example , it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people . To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off .
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Wait a moment . It's $ 30 .
We'd prefer separate checks .
OK , one with the apple pie pays $ 18 and the other $ 12 .
You're welcome .
It looks delicious .
Well here . Help yourself to some shrimp . It's fresh .
Oh I didn ' t go . I stayed at home with my family .
Oh really ? What did you do ?
We watched lots of television and films .
I see . Anything else ?
Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine .
Well , it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself .
So you knew it was me ?
I had an idea .
Look , before we get into the secret admirer thing , I want to talk to you about WebTracker .
I'm sorry . I know you feel betrayed .
So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ?
My mind is made up .
Well , it ' s hard to say . I coughed a lot in the evening .
You ' d better give up smoking . It ' s bad for your health .
You ' re right . But you know it ' s so hard to give up the old habit like smoking .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
Okay ! I'll do the dishes .
In response to your offer , the sellers have decided to counter-offer three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars .
That sounds pretty good to me , but I am not sure what to do .
You can accept this offer or decline it and come up with another offer .
If I make another offer and they refuse , then what ?
Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do .
Let ' s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer .
I will contact the sellers with your current offer .
Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ?
Usually the response to the second offer moves along a bit more quickly than the first one .
That ' s right , we bought it the same day we came on the market .
What kind of house is it ?
It ' s a wonderful Spanish style .
Oh , I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses .
And it ' s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price .
Great , is it a two bedroom house ?
No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ' s a two-car garage .
That ' s a nice area too . It ' ll be a good investment for you .
Yeas , when will you buy a house ?
Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding .
Right , congratulations .
Thank you .
Steve ! Haven't seen you in ages ! How long's it been ?
it's got to be almost a year now .
how have you been ?
I'm pretty good . I've been looking for a place to live recently . My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it .
yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ?
not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck .
well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ?
Mrs . Thou ?
yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look .
great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days !
I'll ask Mrs . Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know . Has your number changed ?
This job pays sixty-five thousand dollars per year .
What kind of benefits does this job have ?
This job provides full medical , dental , and disability .
What type of vacation time do we get ?
You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish .
Do we have a 401K ?
We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service .
What type of professional development do you offer ?
We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment .
Where do I sign up for my benefits package ?
Down the hall . I'll show you when the interview is over .
I'm so relieved . I just passed the bar exam .
You did ? That's great ! You must be very happy now ?
That's an understatement . I'm on cloud nine . I couldn't be any happier .
Did you tell your parents yet ?
Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight .
They're probably going to be so happy .
I think so . It's turning out to be a great day .
There're a lot of chuckholes on this old highway . Driving on it is experience-demanding .
Trust me . I've been driving for two years .
Ok . You drive and do be careful .
I hope you enjoyed your stay .
Definitely ! Very relaxing .
Good . Right , that comes to $ 1,500 .
What ? I only stayed three nights .
That ' s right , sir . Three nights at 500 dollars a night ... that comes to $ 1,500 .
But your brochure said that this was a package deal and the hotel ' s services were all-inclusive .
Yes , of course . The meals and excursions were included in the hotel price .
But why are you overcharging me almost a thousand dollars ? 250 dollars a night , times three nights should just be $ 750 .
I ' m sorry sir . The 250 - dollar rate is based on double occupancy . That means it ' s 250 per person . The room itself is 500 dollars a night .
Perhaps I could talk to your manager ?
Of course . Just a minute ; I ' ll get her .
What part hurts ?
The shoulder .
Well , maybe you broke it . But what I'm worried about is this cut .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed . What do you think ? Damn , it hurts !
We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike .
I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour . There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out .
Yes , I almost slid too . Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ?
Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped . Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk .
Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop .
There . Stop !
Didn't you say you want to buy a top hat ?
But I think this one fits me Well . Why don't you try on the sombrero in black ?
I don't like caps at all .
Nothing much . What's new with you ?
Not too much . I've been pretty busy .
Me too . Seems like all I do is eat and sleep .
Gotta go . Call me tonight .
Okay . Check you later .
What's wrong ?
The museum doesn't open today .
What a pity !
Where shall we go now ?
Why not have a visit to the zoo ?
That's a relief for me and a misery for the children .
Why don't you make up with John .
It's too late .
One of many abundant resources , I'd like to point out .
We should be there by 5 this afternoon .
Do you have any idea how long it will take to clean customs ?
Well , it all depends on traffic from other arriving aircraft .
But it was her that makes us so embarrassed .
I know . But there's no point in making her feel worse , isn't there ?
I don't care .
But they're hard to be disposed of .
In this aspect , I think , Pater bags have the edge on plastic bags .
Hello , I want to remit one thousand Yuan to Magnolia Company .
Please fill out this form , please .
OK ... Do I put on Magnolia Company for the receiver ?
Yes . You must put on its name and full address .
OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ?
Let me check . Yes . Your one thousand remittance , please .
Here you are . What is the rate ?
This rate is one percent . That will be 10 Yuan .
OK , when will this remittance arrive ?
Generally it will arrive within a week .
That's good . Is there anything else ?
No . That's all . You have to take good care of this copy of this transfer order .
Thanks , I will .
I ' d love to , but I ' m a terrible dancer . I ' m afraid I may step on your toes .
Don ' t worry about it . I ' ll show you how . It ' s a piece of cake .
Thank you . I ' ll try my best .
No , I shouldn't think so . But you must take your passport of course .
Yes , I know . I must get my traveler's check and some foreign currency .
Yes , you need the traveler's check but you needn't get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don't need them .
Really ? That's very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn't buy one . You can have mine .
That's very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don't mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don't be silly , John . I'm going with you . It's necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Nothing special .
How about going to English corner with me ?
Oh , I'd rather not .
Why not ?
You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English .
That's why you should go there , If you don't dare to speak English owing to the fact that you are afraid of making mistakes , you simply will never learn English .
I'm afraid not . He has a meeting tomorrow morning .
Could I possibly make it early in the afternoon ?
No , that's not good either . But give me your phone number and I'll call you if somebody cancels .
Thank you very much .
Yes . Do you have football stockings here ?
Yes . There are two colors .
OK , I'll buy two pairs of each color . And do you have sports socks ?
Yes .
OK , give me two pairs in white .
Anything else ?
No . That ' s all .
You , too . Where did you get your new hat ?
From the Crown's . Oh , what lovely earrings you have ! Are they diamond ?
Yes . It's a birthday present from my husband !
Well , you are lucky to have such a considerate husband . Mine hasn't brought me a single rose since we married .
He'll come out with surprises . Just wait and see . Look at that woman , with the white chiffon !
She's chic , isn't she ?
Yes . I like the dress . It must be the latest fashion . Look , the hem has lowered , and the waist narrowed .
It makes me feel rather shabby . That woman has a good taste in dressing , I would say .
Yes . She dressed with an individual flair . I rather envy her .
Most women follow fashion like sheep . They don't know any better than imitate .
I quite agree with you . See the woman there ? I dare say she hasn't got any eyes . How could she match the mauve gown with the green handbag ? And all that jewelry !
The gown is quite expensive , believe me .
So what ? It only makes her look cheap and vulgar .
You know those upstarts . They're all show-offs ! I think I'd better have a diet ; otherwise I'd look like a ballon soon .
You're quite slim . In fact , if you were one of those starlets , the movie company would say you have a fabulous figure .
Thanks . I'm flattered .
Oh , my shoes pinch me . Let's find a seat and sit a while .
Big talk , I ' d say . He does not have a girlfriend yet .
Who knows . After all , he is handsome and rich .
I've got a Remittance Advice and I'd like to cash it .
I can do that for you . Could I see the Remittance slip ?
Here you are . I'm here on business and this is from my boss , it's for my expenses so I need cash .
That's no problem . The amount is 2,000 RIB , is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I just need to see some identification before I hand over the cash .
Here's my passport . Is that OK ?
Thank you . Here's a present for you .
Oh , you shouldn't . But thank you very much .
No , I wasn't . I came here in 1992 .
How old were you ?
I was seventeen .
So , did you go to college right away ?
No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first .
Wow , your English is really fluent now .
Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too .
Yeah , but I was born here ! !
We could easily provide you with a private vehicle , if you'd prefer .
No , the taxi will do .
Perhaps you'd like to take a beautiful limousine .
No , thank you . Taxis and I get along just fine .
No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ?
I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center .
What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ?
I'm ready to go right now .
I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir .
Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs .
You'll enjoy our new , clean taxis , sir .
Yes . Please send one " Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style " and one " Fruit Salad " to my room .
Anything to drink , sir ?
Yes , two bottles of beer .
Is there any particular brand you like , sir ?
Carlsborg .
Yes , sir . Is there anything else you want , sir ?
No , thanks .
May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ?
Yes , two of us .
Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ?
Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 .
So , that's one " Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style " , one " Fruit Salad " and two bottles of Carlsborg beer . We'll send them to your room in 20 minutes .
Let me see , Mr . Lee . right ? How would like to pay your bill ?
Do you accept traveler's checks ?
Yes .
Here you are .
I need some help catching up . Are you good at typing or could you help me xerox ?
I like xeroxing .
Thank you ! There are papers on the table to start with .
OK , I will get right to that .
I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ?
I just started working here .
I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ?
I'd like to , but I am very busy .
I'll make sure that management keeps you in mind for special projects in the future . Thanks for the help !
No . I don ' t suppose he ' s to blame . The man in the other car made a big mistake .
You mean Tony is the victim ? No , I don ' t think so . He ' s equally responsible because he tried to overtake you .
Yeah . I think everyone should go easy on driving .
Stop it . Teacher doesn't treat me any different than she does everyone else .
You can't prove that by me . I saw the score on your report .
Hey , I worked hard on that report and I deserve the grade I got .
It just happened to be the highest grade in the class .
You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it .
I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade .
If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it .
Thanks . But I'm not so sure . Interviews stress me out .
Just remember to be professional and polite . Oh , and don ' t forget to smile .
I ' ll do my best , but sometimes I have trouble being myself in stressful situations .
Have you updated your resume recently ?
Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address .
You ' d better double-and-triple check it . You don ' t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot .
I ' ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview .
Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ?
Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic .
I ' m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference .
Sorry , you ' re not on it . I don ' t think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing !
I'm afraid this seat is taken .
Oh , is it ? Thank you anyway .
You're welcome . If you ask the conductor when he comes by , he should help you find one .
Thank you .
Of course , I ' Ve enjoyed it very much . I ' Ve met my old friends and made some new friends .
We ' Ve all enjoyed being with you . When will you come back ?
Sometime next year .
I ' m looking forward to seeing you again . Take care .
The same to you . Keep in touch .
I certainly hope so . Can we arrange to meet on the 27th ? That should give you enough time .
Yes , sir . That ' s more than enough time . I do appreciate your understanding . Why don ' t we say 10:00 o ' clock on the 27th ?
Fine , Mr . Tan . I ' ll see you then .
OK , no problem . Have you found the blank ones ?
Yes , I have seen them .
Yes , well put your name on it after you have downloaded it off the company website . OK ?
Yes , I understand what to do .
You fill in the hours and total them for the week . Have you ever used a 24 hour clock ?
What ? Huh ?
So after you noted the hours , starting at zero which is midnight , you just write down the minutes as a dot followed by minutes . Get it ?
Huh ? What ?
Just make sure you show your total , sign it , and turn it in .
I thought you said this was easy .
You are a quick learner . I don't think you'll have any trouble with this .
I'm looking for a pair of white sports shoes to go with my jeans .
White ? What make do you want ? Arid what size ?
Adidas . Size 38 .
Adidas ? They wear well . Try this pair , Size 38 , please .
Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ?
Okay . What about this one ?
( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ?
You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there .
OK . Thank you .
Yes , the autumn is marvelous here .
Tomorrow will be fine too , I think .
I hope so .
Yes , I would like to book a table for six for the next Monday .
Certainly , sir . At what time should we expect you ?
At 6:30 on next Monday evening .
And what is it going to be , Chinese food or Western food ?
Chinese food .
May I have your name , sir , please ?
Please book it under the name of Mr . Peter .
So it's Mr . Peter , a table for six for the evening of the next Monday . It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30 .
That's right .
Thank you for calling us . We'll be expecting you next Monday .
But it's raining .
What's the matter ?
When I tried to back it , I found it was out of order . I can't see where the trouble is .
Let me see .
Is it serious ?
No , the damage is minor .
And when will it be OK ?
4:00 p . m ..
OK . Thank you .
I ' m worried about my daughter . She can ' t decide about college .
Don ' t worry . That ' s just a part of being a teenager .
I don ' t mind that . But she disagrees with me about everything .
You should encourage her to make up her mind by herself . You shouldn ' t affect her decision .
But I just want to give her some tips .
Oh , she can make her own decisions .
Don't you wish to employ RIB of ours ? US Dollars might be adopted .
Are you afraid of losing money due to exchange rate fluctuations ?
I will give you a definite answer on the price terms two days later .
Are you sure ? How do you know ?
Well , usually people think I'm a terrible singer , but after we all have a few beers , they say I sound a lot better !
Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ...
Yes , she's almost equal to Celine Dion when she sings .
Maybe she'll make a famous singer in the future .
You can bet on that .
How about the cinema ?
That's a good idea . We haven't been there for ages .
What would you suggest to see ?
Oh , I don't know . It depends .
Yeah . You said it .
Why not go to see the doctor ?
I ' Ve done that . The doctor advised me to cut out smoking and drinking .
and what if it doesn't work out , right ?
Exactly .
You need to quit thinking like a loser . invoking is going to kick butt . You know how I know ?
How ?
Because I won't let it fail .
But what about tomorrow ? What if Stars . com decides to go with WebTracker , and not us ?
I don't think that will do . How about the one at your back ?
This one ?
No , the other one ... yes .
This one is especially built for hard , continuous play . And every detail of workmanship and material has been carefully checked to make it a dependable one for tournament use .
It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it . Now do you have any racket covers ?
This cover comes with the racket .
How much does it come up to ?
The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan .
Do you accept credit cards ?
Sure . If you'll just wait here , I'll be right with you in a minute .
Thank you very much .
I am very impressed by your resume . Therefore , I am very interested to know why you ' re willing to leave your current company .
I am looking for a more challenging position . I can ' t grow anymore in my current job .
Ok , I understand . But why you choose us to work for ?
I have studied carefully the information about your company on the internet and I have checked your company ' s homepage . I am impressed by the company . And I like the products a lot . Since you ' re growing steadily , I would be very eager to help you to improve your accounting system .
How do you work with a team ?
I work quite well with a team . I ' m a good team player . I respect people , cooperate well with member ' s team . And I will do my best to help team members .
What ' s your long term goal ?
I ' d like to bring to ABC Company not only my technical skills , ambition , enthusiasm , but also my loyalty . A sincere desire to become an administrative assistant is the heart of my career plans .
I am going to the gym . Do you want to come with me ?
I think I should go . I really need to lose some weight .
Then , I'll wait for you at the car park in 20 minutes .
0K . See you then .
Do you have your member card with you ?
Nope , I do not have a membership yet .
Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it .
That is so nice of you . If I like the service and the training equipment , I think I well join the club .
My temperature is 39 degrees centigrade .
How high was your temperature yesterday ?
I didn't take my temperature but I felt feverish .
Will you open your mouth ? Your throat is swollen .
Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat .
You seem to have a cold . I'll give your an injection and let me write down your prescription .
Yeah , the new ones can be tricky . What are you trying to buy ?
I want to buy one of those snack things .
Are you ready to go ?
I'm clear so far .
The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in .
It won't go in !
Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work .
Yes , next step .
Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable .
They're totally unreliable .
You seem to have it down . Have a good day !
Oh , it ' s Death on the Nile . Have you read it ?
No , not that one . But I saw the movie . Could I borrow it when you finished ?
Sure . I didn ' t know you like mysteries .
Oh , I ' m crazy about them .
no , I can handle it . Thanks anyway .
are you sure you don't need any help ?
well , maybe just a little . I can't seem to make it fit .
I swear , the overhead compartments on these planes just keep getting smaller and smaller !
that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ?
yes . What about you ?
I'm in the middle seat .
oh , I guess I'll let you through then .
thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again .
that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ?
no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ?
I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away .
I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours .
thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ?
that would be great . thanks .
Oh , hi Melissa . Are you going to the conference too ? I was planning to pick up Mr . Campbell .
Yes , he told me . We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference .
Oh I see , okay . So I heard you got married . Congratulations !
Ah thank you ! I'm very excited . We were going to get married next year , but then we decided to get married on holiday instead . It was wonderful .
That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money !
I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ?
I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home .
Definitely . Oh , there's Mr . Campbell . Driver , can you stop here please ?
Yes , she is .
Does she teach Chinese ?
No , she is an English teacher .
And who ' s the man in the green beside her ?
You mean the man wearing jeans ? He ' s her little brother .
Ah ! You're bleeding all over ! What happened ?
I was working in the garage and cut myself with my saw .
Here , use this rag to apply pressure to the cut . Does it hurt ?
No , not really , there's just a lot of blood .
You may just need stitches . I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER . Let me make a quick phone call .
I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk .
Oh , sorry ! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood . I'll be right there .
Hello , I come to pay my water and electricity fees .
Give me your water and electricity bills , please .
Here they are .
You should pay 160 yuan for the electricity fee and 80 yuan for the water fee .
Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ?
Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ?
Cash , please . Here is the money .
I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan .
OK . Thank you . Bye-bye .
Bye .
I hope so . I'm looking for some material for a paper I'm writing , and I'm not quite sure where to look .
I'll certainly try to help you . What topic is your paper on ?
My paper is on the influence of television on children .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
Here you are .
Thank you . Could you tell me the specials today ?
The special today is fried chicken , and beef is good too .
Ok , let's think about it for a minute .
Well , I'll be back in a minute .
Yes , please . We ' re on my way out . You can put up make up sign on . Could you bring us some towels and hangers .
No problems , sir . Everything will be already when you come back .
I ' m not sure . I feel hot and cold .
When did the trouble start ?
I was sick most of the night .
It sounds like you ' re coming down with the flu . Let me take your temperature .
Have I got high fever ?
Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ?
Yes , I have .
Now , Let me have a look at you . I ' d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ' s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A .
ah .
Yes , It does look a bit sore . Let ' s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests .
All right , thanks .
The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection .
What shall I do today ?
I ' m giving you some antibiotic and aspirin . Taking aspirin when you ' Ve got a fever and take one antibiotic until four hours and go home lie in bed for two days . Take some water then you feel better .
Sure . What is it ?
My car has broken down .
You should telephone the garage for help .
I have done it . But now I have an urgent appointment to keep . Could you drive me to the subway station ?
With pleasure . Get in .
Thanks a lot !
I see . But Jane . He ' s not worth your sorrow and you should restart your new life .
Yes , I am . I like to watch soccer games on TV , but I don ' t play . I watched every game of the 2002 World Cup .
Which team is your favorite ?
Italian . They played very well , but they were not very lucky .
I like the Brazilians . They are the real champions .
Let's play some music ! I feel like dancing .
That's just what was running through my mind . Moonlight and dancing .
Ahh ! Now that's more like it . Atmosphere !
Come on baby , let's dance !
Oops ! It's the landlord . I guess the tables have turned now . We're the noisy neighbors . Turn it down !
That's right . Let's go into the details .
Ok . I hope you can have these goods delivered before the end of Sep . We'd like them to be there in time for our Christmas sales .
Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year , right ?
But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec . 25 .
Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment .
I hope you'll try to get them to step up production .
As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production .
If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said .
I am sorry .
What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep .
I promise .
Thanks . Now , I have to find a job .
What are you thinking of doing ?
I ' d like to conduct some scientific research into genes . It would be wonderful to make a medical breakthrough .
There must be several private companies that are interested in employing someone like you . You could do some research for a university . There ' s a lot of discussion about genetics nowadays . Someone wit
Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made .
Well , I hope scientists don ' t decode to make a clone of me in the future ! I wouldn ' t like to be the subject of an experiment .
No , not at all . Go ahead .
Are you married ?
Yes . Is that so important ?
Frankly yes . We like to employ married people . By the way , do you have any children ?
Yes , I have a three-year-old son .
Poor Ben , your wife is too mean to you . She gives you so little money every time when you are out .
I love to dance the fast music .
Then you must be interested in disco .
Yes , it's my favorite .
Oh , it's a disco . Let's dance .
You're a good dancer .
Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ?
Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance .
OK . Let's get something to drink .
Good idea .
No , there ' s no need . We can change it within two days if it ' s not damaged .
But it would save a lot of trouble if you had taken it for a test ride .
I know . I will pay attention to such a thing next time .
It was chosen as the most popular magazine of the year .
Do you like it personally ?
As far as the language is concerned , it's worth reading .
Are there many accidents in the city every day ?
Not really , but they are on the rise .
Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first .
Hi . My name's David Johnson . I'd like to make an appointment .
All right , David . Is this for a checkup or a cleaning ?
A checkup . I think I have a bad cavity . Half the side of my head hurts .
What tooth is giving you pain ?
One of the back ones .
Let me see ... We can see you this afternoon if you can come in at four thirty .
Yes , please . May I get a glass of lemonade ?
Would you like an appetizer ?
May I get an order of barbeque wings ?
Sure , would you like anything else ?
That'll be fine for now , thank you .
Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food .
Excuse me . I'm ready to order .
What would you like ?
Let me have the baby-back ribs .
Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ?
That will be it for now .
I have , actually ; I ' Ve always wanted to build my dream home myself .
What would it be like ?
Well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me .
How many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected to each other so that there would be one large open space for people to spend time with each other .
How many bathrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
How would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would be kept in closets .
How many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
Stockholders meetings are held biannually . Usually the meetings are scheduled for spring and fall . In between the meetings , each stockholder receives biannual reports . Financial statements are made once a year .
What percentage of the stockholders actually attend the meetings ? I'm guessing not a large percentage ...
You're right , it's a low percentage . Also , in order to attend meetings , you have to hold a certain amount of shares . It's quite a large number , so most of the stockers are excluded from proceedings .
So , how much say do the stockholders really have ?
Unless they're united , very little ...
Have you thought about it seriously ?
Yes , I have been thinking about it for quite a while . Now I finally make up my mind to leave . I have given my resignation letter to our boss last Friday .
Ok , did you find a new company ?
Yes , I will move on to XYZ Company .
Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you .
Thanks . I had learned so much from you and our colleagues .
Nice to meet you !
Would you like to have a cup of tea or coffee ?
Thank you . I'd like Chinese tea very much !
Glad you like it . By the way , is this your first time to China , Mr . White ?
Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you .
We also hope to expand our business with you .
This is our common desire .
I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade .
Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it .
Right . Seeing is believing .
Sure .
Indeed . I love the smell of the grass and trees . They certainly refresh my mind .
Can we stop here for a while ? My backpack is very heavy .
Sure . Did you hear anything ? Look ! An eagle is hovering in the sky .
Let me see . It's not an eagle . I think it's a vulture .
Yes . Will it hurt us ?
I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map .
OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem .
I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know .
You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree .
Well , it is a birch tree . It is not as old as you think .
How do you know ?
Because its trunk is not thick enough to be like a thousand-year-old tree .
He is sly . He is actually angling for compliments . But he may have got the crush on you .
Nonsense ! There's no indication that he's in love with me .
Keep your fingers crossed . He may pop the question one of these days .
Fine . Shanghai and Beijing are thousands of miles away . How about bullet train ? Faster and relatively cheap , I think .
Yeah . How many tickets remain ?
Oh , what a shame . Only sleeping cars have tickets . Others are all out of stock . The price of the sleeping car is almost the same as the airplane . You see , the discount plane tickets are no more than 500 yuan . A good deal , isn't it ?
Brilliant idea ! That will make our journey rewarding and much safer .
Snipers ?
Sniping is when someone makes a bid at the very last minute to steal something for a bargain price .
So you're afraid someone is going to snipe your Buddha ?
I heard about a software program called turbid . It automatically submits a bid with just a few seconds to go in an auction .
Count me out . I can do without shills and snipers and turbo-bidders .
Supervisor . Open the door .
Wait a sec .
What are you doing here ?
We're watching a football match . What's the matter ?
Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep .
I'm sorry about this .
Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration .
You can rest assured that we won't disturb others anymore .
I ' Ve been really busy . How is everything ?
Oh , fine . Hey , why don ' t we grab a bite to eat and do some catching up ?
Yeah , why not ? I ' Ve got a little free time on my hands . Where do you want to eat ?
All right . I graduated and got the degree of bachelor of economics from Nanjing University 4 years ago . My major is international trade .
Can you name some terms of payment ?
Of course . Irrevocable letter of credit , confirmed letter of credit , transferable and divisible letter of credit are common terms of payment in international trade .
Yeah ! I bought it the day it was released .
How do you like it ?
It's a great game . There are a lot of new characters .
Did it cost very much
It cost about thirty . Most games cost about that much .
Mechwarrior is such a good game . The graphics are awesome !
Oh , I know what you mean . I'm addicted to that game .
My roommate always wants to play it . But I told her to buy her own game .
Yeah , my roommate likes to watch me play . He says it's like watching a movie .
I've never seen such good graphics .
And I've never heard such good sound in a game .
Let me just get five more minutes of sleep .
I would , but you need to start getting ready for school .
I understand , but all I want is five more minutes of sleep .
If I let you go back to sleep , I know that you won't get up in five minutes .
Trust me . I'm going to wake up .
You have a lot to get done this morning .
I already know , and I'll take care of all that when I wake up .
I want you to be on time for school today .
I'll make it to school on time . Don't worry .
Okay , I'll let you sleep for a little while longer .
I really appreciate that .
Hello ! Could I speak to Sheerly Lim please ?
Sure , just a second . Who's calling ?
This is Sue from work .
Ok , sue , I will just go in get her .
Really ? Thank you . I bought it in Spring Street yesterday .
It's very nice . It goes well with your skirt .
Thank you . It ' s very nice of you to say so .
Not at all . This dress certainly shows your good taste .
That's quite a compliment coming from you .
Don ' t you know that she was the only one who had received the invitation in the office ?
What of it ?
Sure .
A month . Don't forget to return them by the due date .
What if I can't finish them by then ?
Bring them back to the circulation desk and renew them .
Any terrible fines ?
Sure .
Kevin Belknap .
How do you spell your last name ?
B-E-L-K-N-A-P .
Right . Thank you very much !
Yes , it's definitely a growing business .
What do you recycle in your plant ?
Mainly plastics . Plastics aren ' t bio degradable - they don ' t break down easily in the environment - so they shouldn't be thrown away .
How is plastic recycled , then ?
Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals .
Is that the method you use here ?
No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products .
How do you do that ?
By melting it down and then reforming it . Our main products are bin liners for kitchen bins and carrier bags for supermarkets .
It's nothing . I'm just a little stressed out .
Why ? What's stressing you out ?
School . Since I was working part time , I had a difficult time keeping up with class . Now that we have exams coming up , I'm totally freaking out .
The best thing to do is study as much as you can . I'm sure you'll do alright .
I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take .
I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other .
That will be great .
Yes , Sir .
These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail . Others are ordinary letters .
All right , who should I send them to ?
It ' s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ' s right .
Yes , they notify me to work next week .
Where on earth will you work in ?
It is a pretty big mechanical company . I am assigned to work in the assembly shop .
How long will you work a day ?
My working hours aren ' t fixed , sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift . In all , about 8 hours .
That ' s rather hard .
But it matches my major .
How will you get your pay ?
My wage depends on production results .
What sort of welfare facilities does your company provide ?
The company provides labor insurance for all employees , as well as fine retirement policy .
Is there a union ?
There is the company union , but it really shares the same aims as the management .
So you must consider dearly before you go to work .
I will .
Well , that is the chart showing our company ' s organizational structure .
Could you tell me something about it ?
Ok . On the top , Mr . Thomas , the managing director , is responsible for running the company .
How many departments do we have ?
Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch .
Ok . Who should I report to ?
Mr . White , too .
sure . My mom has been working on our family tree for years . She ' s always updating it .
do you have a copy of your family tree in your house ? I ' d love to see it .
I can show it to you now , if you like . I think it goes back about 8 generations so far .
that ' s amazing . Do you have a large extended family ?
I ' Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ' s side and 10 cousins on my dad ' s side .
are you very close to your first-cousins ?
the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ' m older , I don ' t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ' t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones .
I see . who ' s the head of your household ?
it ' s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family .
that ' s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ?
at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ' Ve been married for a few years , she ' s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother .
that ' s pretty much how you feel about your step-mother . Like grandmother , like grandson .
Yes . I could use a cup of coffee .
Are you going to have anything to eat ?
French toast sounds good . What are you going to order ?
I'll have that too .
What is the problem ?
I had a headache this morning . I didn ' t pay attention to it . I thought probably it is because I didn ' t sleep well . But now it is getting worse and worse . I feel quite dizzy now and my eyes are somehow very light-sensitive . Maybe it is the migrated .
It is ok . You look really pale and red eyes . I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
Can't you just take it from my account ? I can't be bothered with cash dealings today .
I must tell you that because your banking has been such a large amount , you need to wait until you leave the country to get any currency back .
You mean , if there is any left over ?
Yes , totally . It's nice to meet a customer who understands the system .
Right , so the deposit , if I don't draw on it will be blocked after you get the Deposit Certification ?
That's right . I know we have a complex system , but you have caught on so quickly .
Yes , sir ?
Do you play any sports or games ?
I used to play football regularly when I was at university . And I used to do athletics in the summer .
And what athletics did you play ? Can you remember ?
I was a runner-a long-distance runner .
And now ?
No . I'm afraid I haven't had time since I got married .
Well , thank you again for coming to see us . But just remember that we like people who join the company to play in the company sports teams .
Certainly , sir .
This is Mary speaking .
Ah , Mary , good evening . Look , I was wondering if you like to come to a party we are having on Friday ? There are many coming from the office .
Oh , that sounds nice . I ' d love to .
You should send him to the boarding school . He need a strict teacher .
Maybe you are right . I will discuss it with my wife tonight .
Thank you . That way , PLS .
May I have a pillow and blanket , PLS ?
An attendant will pass them around after we take off .
May I have headphones for the in-flight movie ?
No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ?
Thanks , a coke , PLS .
Yes , I'm looking for a house .
To buy or to rent ?
Oh , to rent .
How much do you want to pay ?
About 300 a month .
Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month .
How big is it ?
It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom .
Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible .
Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one . It's opposite the park .
How much is it ?
It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area .
What's it like ?
Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ?
Of course , Sir .
I guess the first thing is the price , the second is the size , and of course the color will play a role too . But I have to be honest . It is our today ' s responsibility to take care about our environment . Therefore , I will also pay attention to the fuel consumption of the car . You know , the rise in gasoline prices is huge . So I would rather to consider a smaller car with smaller engine . For which I can also save some tax . Last of the list , I also consider the safety .
What about the environmental factors ?
Well , I do prefer the lower emission cars as long as it doesn ' t cost much . Some environmentally-friendly cars are really expensive .
Sure they are . Some hi-tech devices are built in to make sure they pollute less . Some of these green cars have not become standard . So the production costs are still high . But anyway , we should make efforts to start with .
Pretty busy . I have to pick up a lot of credits this year .
What's your major ?
I ' m majoring in French literature .
Oh , don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry ? It's really difficult . I hear the students in that class have to write a paper a hundred pages long .
That's right . We got the assignment last week .
When is it due ?
Next Monday .
Remind me never to sign up for that course .
I'm nervous as can be .
Yes . Which one is the brake again ?
The pedal on your left is the brake and the one on your right is the gas .
I ' m glad this car is an automatic . I don't like having to change gears .
Automatics are very simple to drive . The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on .
You should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ' s seat !
Very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ?
I can ' t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ?
How ' s that ?
That ' s better . Now what ?
Check your petrol situation .
The tank is almost empty . I guess I ' ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up .
That ' s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway .
I got it . Don ' t worry . I ' ll get you there in one piece .
Remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies !
Why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on ?
Not every day , but occasionally .
It will make you as fit as a fiddle .
I don't believe ads . What ' s more , I'm already in perfect health .
I can write computer programs , I have a good command of secretarial skills .
What qualifications have you got ?
I have a doctor license and a driving license .
Do you get special training in office skills ?
I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure .
Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job .
I ' Ve received some special training in typing , shorthand and operating a fax machine , etc .. I ' m experienced in IBM-PC . I can operate familiarly a word-processor , a fax machine , a photo and other office equipment .
Well , we've got some great mangoes on sale .
Mangoes ? What are mangoes ?
Well , it's a fruit with a big seed in it .
Can you eat the seed ?
No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed .
Well , how much are they ?
Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard .
Where do they grow mangoes ?
The ones that are on sale are from Central America .
Thank you . I'll go through it and tell you .
We hope you get on board with us , Please let me know as soon as possible .
I will . Thank you for all .
I have a headache . These past few days I've been living off painkillers . Man , I feel like my head is going to explode .
You should get acupuncture treatment . My mom was always having headache issues and it was acupuncture that cured her .
The results are too slow . On top of that , just the thought of smoking needles poking into my flesh frightens me .
They don't just randomly stick you , they find your pressure points . The heat allows the body to immediately respond to the treatment , restoring the body's " chi " .
But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ?
The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options .
Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up .
This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable .
Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more .
This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it .
Forget it . I don't want to inflict any more pain on myself . In a little while I'll go and buy some more painkillers and take a nap .
That's right .
Have you brought your credentials ?
Yes , here you are .
Let me have a look .
OK .
Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years . What were you responsible for ?
I was responsible for sales .
Have you received any honorable title personally ?
Yes , I was twice singled out as an ' Advanced Worker ' .
Well , considering your qualifications , we believe you would be a suitable candidate .
Yes , we have many kinds of pies and puddings .
Can you give us more information ?
Sure . We have lemon pies , apple pies , coffee rum pies and ice cream .
I would like to have the coffee rum pies .
I wanted to go , but I couldn't .
It was a great game .
It's too bad that I couldn't make it . Who won ?
Our team played hard and won .
I really wish I went to the game .
It was the best game ever .
So tell me the final score .
The other team lost by three points , 101-98 .
It must've been a close game .
It really was . You should've gone .
Hopefully , I'll make it to the next one .
Yes , and I know a few things I'd spend the money on .
Yeah , me too .
A new car for a start .
Then I guess you get to have a pet . Do you know what you want ?
I want a dog . My friend Mindy's dog just had puppies and she said I can have one .
You know who will be responsible for feeding and cleaning and all of that stuff ?
I know , I know . I will do it all by myself .
Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ?
Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already .
Sounds like you've done your homework . I think you're ready for this .
What's that ?
How many planets are there in the solar system ?
That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nine .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . But they can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Roast pork chops with a bottle of red wine , please . Is soup served here ?
Of course . What kind of soup do you like ? Clear or thick ?
Clear soup . I think tomato soup is fine .
The balcony is still available .
Aren't there any other seats ?
No , I'm afraid that's it .
Is this absolutely necessary ?
I tried to work something out , but I really do have to miss one class .
Will you be able to make up the work you missed ?
I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading .
Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester .
Yes , I remember .
Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ?
Sure , no problem .
Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester !
I have a lesson once a week but I try to practice every day .
How do you practice ?
I usually look at English language websites every day and go to my local English Corner twice a week .
Do you ever speak to native speakers of English ?
Sadly , I hardly ever speak to English people . I usually practice with my Chinese friends .
To tell you the truth , it's the most tedious course I'ever had .
How could you manage to pass the exam ?
It is still a mystery to me .
No , I haven't got one . My employment petition hasn't been approved yet .
In that case , you are not allowed to work in China , until you get the employment petition .
Ok , I see .
I have just checked in this afternoon . I am wondering what shall I do if I want to have some clothes washed .
There is a laundry form in your room ars well as a bag . Fill out the form and put them together with the laundry in the bag . The maid will come and pick it up .
That's convenient . Thank you .
I ' m sure I can do it well . I ' Ve always wanted to be the best in whatever I did . Give me a chance .
I wish I could . But you even don ' t have a B . A , so I ' m sorry to say there ' s no chance .
You ' re questioning my ability ? I tell ya , I can make it ! I ' ll talk to your boss .
Mr . Black , I don ' t think my boss will talk to you . It ' s a Chinaman ' s chance .
You think so ? Let ' s take a chance !
Good morning , Mr . Smith .
I would like to compliment you on your diligence .
Well , thank you , Mr . Smith . But I was just doing my job .
Yes . And we're proud of you , Loans .
It's nice of you to say so .
OK ! What about taking them outside and flying a kite .
Good idea ! Well , Joan , I have something important to tell you .
Yes , he is running for class president .
I don't believe you .
Take my word for it .
It ' s my pleasure .
What are your salary expectations ?
Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ?
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager .
I have never tried it .
Then you've got to try it . Let's go to the skating rink on Thursday .
Sorry , I don't think I can .
Friday then . How about it ?
Friday is great .
It's settled then .
You did a wonderful job .
So , I passed ?
Yes , you passed .
Did I mess up on anything ?
You did mess up on something .
What was that ?
Your parallel parking isn't all that great .
Yeah , that's pretty hard for me .
You just need a little more practice .
I know , but I still get my license , right ?
You got it .
Let me check , sir . You were charged for watching ' Titanic ' Monday night .
That is absolutely incorrect ! I was out on the town Monday night .
Okay , sir , bear with me a moment .
Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word .
One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file .
You can
I feel your pain , sir .
Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves .
I agree with you , sir , but all I do is work here .
I got the information that there is a killer sale at the shopping mall near our block . Get up and I will wait for you at the gate of our flat .
Every time when you glimpse some stylish clothes , you change into another person .
Stop complaining , OK ?
No wonder you are named shopaholic .
No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags .
Wait a moment . And you can check where other sales are .
No , I haven't .
I got a promotion at my job .
Did you really ?
Seriously , I am so excited .
Well , congratulations .
Thank you .
I'm so happy for you .
Really ?
Yes . You really deserved this .
You think so ?
Yes . Good for you .
Yeah , he came back from America last week .
Have you noticed how fluently he speaks English ? He has only lived in America for less than three months .
He must have a good ear .
Hello Todd .
We're going to talk about Australia . Or your going to talk about Australia . So first of all how any people live in Australia ?
Australia ? Oh , there's about twenty million people in Australia right now . A little bit under , but close to twenty .
OK . What are the biggest cities ?
The biggest city ? The biggest city is Sydney , then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth . But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia . And Perth is on the west coast , but sort of of out there by itself .
OK . Um , if you had to live in one place where would you live ?
I like Brisbane . I had my teenage years in Brisbane , growing up in Brisbane , um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city , but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine .
Oh , nice . Actually , what is the capital city of Australia ?
Ah , Canberra is the capital city . But is not the biggest city . Sydney is the biggest city . Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded . It's a separate territory .
I sent my resume to a computer company and am waiting for their call .
Which company ?
Pineapple Computer Company . A secretary is needed there , and it is worth a try . Do you get any information or advertisement for employment ?
Yep ! I got some , in which I am interested . But ...
But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties .
YOU GET ME !
All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave .
Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow .
It's all or nothing .
I like him very much . He ' s a gay dog .
Are you ready to welcome him ?
I am all set . He can come anytime .
May I see your ticket , please ?
Yes . Here you are .
You can get a boarding pass at that counter . Do you have anything to check in ?
No , I only have a handbag .
Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security .
Is that all ?
Yeah , I think so . It is very simple .
I see . Thank you very much .
Me , too , I can ' t stop scratching . They are everywhere ! Sneaky little jerks .
Do you have any bug spray ?
No , I forgot to buy some .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
Why ?
The children always make themselves in danger . I always have my heart in my mouth with them .
It is because your children have grown up , and you haven ' t lived with a child for a long time .
It was a pleasure , Mrs . Robinson .
And this kitchen is so clean . Did you help Johnny with that ?
I helped break ... I mean WASH ... all the dishes !
That's great . And the garbage , too ?
Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now .
Thanks for your help !
I hope so . I'm looking for some material for a paper I'm writing , and I'm not quite sure where to look .
I'll certainly try to help you . What topic is your paper on ?
My paper is on the influence of television on children .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
Please keep calm . I know the pain isn ' t what flesh and blood can stand . But be brave .
All right , doctor . But it really hurts .
Certainly . Can I have the name please ?
Mr Harold Smith .
Ok , Are you checking out tomorrow ?
Yes , I am . That ' s right .
Will you need a wake up call , sir ?
Yes please . At 6 . 30 am .
Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6 . 30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay .
Thank you .
Of course not . People all over the world watch it on TV , or listen to it on the radio .
Sure . It's one of the biggest classical music events . Have you ever been to the live show ?
Yes , I went to the New Year ' s Concert in 2010 .
Wow , you're so lucky . I saw it on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall .
That's for sure . You know , I had the greatest time ever .
Frank has gone out with Lucy again .
What ' s wrong with that ?
Lucy is known as a social butterfly . She has taken many rich men for a ride , you know .
Good morning .
What's the problem ?
I'm running a high fever and feeling terribly bad .
How long have you had that problem ?
Since last night .
Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan .
Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ?
Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
It just isn't on time today .
It was supposed to be here thirty minutes ago .
I think it'll be here pretty soon .
I need to get to work , so it better .
I really do hate public transportation .
I agree , it's just never on time .
That's right .
I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather .
Oh , that's the worst .
We need to get a car .
I completely agree with that .
Yeah . But whatever the planes are , he always has an eye to money .
That is him .
Certainly . You are more welcome to do . What is it ?
Tomorrow is my wife's birthday . We both love spicy Chinese dishes . I am wondering if you could recommend a good local restaurant where I can find some good spicy dishes .
Well , if spicy local dishes are what you are looking for , In Hua Restaurant is the best place to go . The restaurant serves very good and spicy local dishes . You might want to try there .
How far is it from here ?
It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think .
Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much .
You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow .
Thank you . The same to you .
What do you need ?
I need to talk to you about that new driver you ' Ve hired . I think I am going to have some problems working with him .
He seems to be quite qualified . If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would work out between yourselves .
It is hard to guess now . Both of the teams chose the excellent players this time . I guess the game will end in a tie . They are equally matched .
I am so nervous now . What a terrific game !
Which side are you on ?
It's hard to say , because each team has my idols .
Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know .
I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct .
What a good goal !
Yes . My car is having problems .
What's wrong ?
It won't start .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Yes ?
Is this your handbag ?
Pardon ?
Is this your handbag ?
Yes , it is . Thank you very much .
Yes , dad , it was .
The son gave a nice speech about his father .
It was long , too .
I think it was about 45 minutes long .
But it went by fast . It was interesting .
I liked it .
I'll give you a speech like that , too .
Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ?
Of course .
I think only the family will be there .
You have lots of friends . They will be there , too !
What kind of performance ? A lion dance ?
Stuff like that but I think the lion dance is a bit too difficult and dangerous .
Sure , you'll be dancing with lions . What do you expect ? Then what about Range Dance which we did before .
Good idea . Shall we get everyone in the community ?
Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people .
I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals .
What about the costumes ?
We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe .
Try something new . We can find a supporting agency .
Great idea . There is a travel agency nearby who would love to be our sponsor . It's a perfect chance for them to promote ethnic tourism .
I'm afraid not . Why don't you call the Help Desk ? Someone there will be able to help you .
Have you got the number ? I'll call them right now .
All right , but tell me what ' s happening . Give it to me straight please .
It was touching girl for a while .
And now ?
She will be OK . She is a tough cookie .
That ' s great news .
In my opinion she will up about soon .
That ' s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor .
I believe it . Well , I ' Ve got to go back in .
Thanks for helping her , doctor .
All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee .
Thanks . I will .
Good afternoon , sir . Welcome to our hotel . What kind of room would you like , sir ?
A double room for my wife and me , please .
It is unnecessary . I'll see you off at the airport .
Stolen ? No , why ?
My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago . I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days .
Criminals are clever ? They ' re only successful when people are careless .
I don ' t know . The ones who stole my uncle ' s motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ' t have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ' t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn ' t anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ' t that dumb after all .
That ' s not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
Yes , I did , I thought it was a failure .
Do you really think so ? I don't think so . It wasn't that bad film at all . Didn't you hear the applause of the audience ?
Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion .
Well , i don't see the point of arguing this .
Happy New Year , Thomas . How many joys nice drinks with us , will you ?
Thank you , I will . What are you up to today ?
First , I am going to get ready for the parade , I have a great costume . Then later today , I am going to church . If you want , I can give you a costume , and you can be at parade too . It will be fun
Sure , why not . Sounds like fun . Why are you going to church ?
My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him .
What for ?
Lots of people especially seniors like to go to church , and attend the evening service .
What did she say ?
She got a master degree , and now she is going for her doctor .
Really ? I can't believe it .
It's not a surprise , is it ? She has always been a hard working student .
But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl .
It's a blackout . Now I can't see Seinfeld .
So what ? I just lost one hour's worth of work .
Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ?
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
That's right . And his wife is a baby doll , too . She used to have many followers .
Were you one of them ?
Nothing of the sort . I can't hold a candle to her .
I'm easy to approach and friendly to everyone .
Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ?
I'm quite outgoing , I think .
Are you more of a follower or a leader ?
I don't agree with someone else's opinion if I think he's wrong , but when I understand his thinking and see he has some good ideas , then I'm very happy to go along with him .
Oh , nothing special . I'm just a bit tired .
With the job ?
With everything , with everybody , with all this !
A good suggestion for you . You need a holiday .
It wasn't always like this , you know .
What do you mean ?
Well , I mean . We always do the same thing . There ' s no variety in our lives .
You need a holiday . That ' s what's the matter .
Certainly , perhaps .
Have you tried the Internet ?
No , not yet . Can you find a good price there ?
Wow , you really live in the Stone Age , Mom .
Well , you don't have to be mean . How do I do it ?
Go to www . yahoo . com and click on Travel and tickets . There are about a billion sites to look at .
Ok , thanks . I'll let you know what I find .
All right .
I ' ll look for a ticket for you , too . Thanks !
When I was a kid , there was a weather who said there is no such thing as bad weather .
I think he had water on the brain . This is bad .
He said there are only all kinds of good weather .
Okay , Pollyanna , what's so good about this weather ?
Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home .
We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ?
I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us .
I thought he only liked to listen !
That was before he heard Stanley sing ! I guess he couldn't stand it any more , so he decided to give it a try himself !
( Sound of Allen singing ) Hey , Allen has a really good voice ! He sounds like Johnny Dean !
And he can move . too ! He dances like Ricky Martin !
That ' s a good idea . I haven ' t been in a while and I need to get a new backpack . The old one is hanging on by a thread !
That reminds me I should buy some new socks to go hiking this weekend .
Sorry . Was I disturbing you ?
Yes . And something else , please don't borrow my clothes without asking .
Sorry . I guess I wasn't thinking . I won't do it again .
Come on in . Would you care for a drink ?
That sounds refreshing . Thanks !
Hello ? Can you help me ? My computer ! Oh man ...
It ' s okay sir , calm down . What happened ?
I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
well , I am a little bit out of shape . I think I should get some exercise to keep fit . what kind of service do you offer ?
first of all , we'll tailor a work-out plan according to your physical conditions and your personal needs .
how can you get that done ?
well , we give each of our customers a qualified personal trainer . The trainer will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan .
what else ?
since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us
sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ?
that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year .
perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first .
wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it .
OK , I'll take it .
The agriculture in New Zealand is highly mechanized . The industry mainly focuses on the manufacture of agriculture and stockbreeding products .
I see .
If you need any further information , please don't hesitate to ask me .
OK , I will .
I realize that I ' m not in a position to offer you the kind of promotion you deserve I'll gladly do what I can to help .
Thank you . I ' Ve really enjoyed my time here . I've grown both personally and professionally with this company .
And , as well as being a pleasure to work with , you ' Ve been instrumental in helping us complete many key projects .
It will be hard to say good-bye . This office has become like a second home to me .
My feelings are mixed on the issue too . By helping you I ' m losing a valuable and trusted employee . However I think you are taking a step in the right direction .
Let me have a look . Can you see there's a stone in your kidney ?
Oh , yes , is it dangerous ?
No , but it's painful .
Do I have to have an operation ?
No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big .
Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games .
Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine .
Oh , I've heard a lot about the Chinese herbal medicine . I believe it will work .
I don't know . Well , my contract here is for one year , and I don't know what I should do after that . Maybe going around for a while .
Well , have you ever thought about learning some Chinese ?
Actually , I am learning that now . But it's too hard for me . You know the four tones and the stuff . It really freaks me out .
Don't worry . All things are difficult before they are easy .
You hit the nail right on the head .
Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ?
What is it ?
It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English .
Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ?
How about this sunday ?
Ok , cool .
Good . I'll give you a call tonight .
No problem .
Bye .
Yes . I am getting fat . What should I do ?
Eat less and exercise more . Do not eat too much sweet food .
Oh ! What a beautiful dress ! It fits you so well . You look so charming in the dress .
Thank you for saying so .
Where did you buy it ?
I bought it in a store near my school .
How much is it ?
It's only thirty yuan .
It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too .
I'll go together with you .
Just a moment , please , while I check . That's correct . You have a double room on the fifth floor .
August 1st .
Do you usually have a birthday party ?
Yes , we do . My parents prepare dinner for me .
What would you do at the party ?
We sing " Happy Birthday " at the party and have birthday cakes .
Do you know when people began to sing the song " Happy Birthday " ?
Well , I don't know .
Let me tell you the story . In 1892 , Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called ' Good Morning to you ' . But later someone added the words ' Happy Birthday ' to their tune .
So the ' Happy Birthday ' song has been popular since then ?
Yes , actually , the song has been sung since its publication in 1932 . People all over the world have sung it in many different languages .
What are you looking for ?
A gas station . My car ran out of gas two blocks back .
Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light . Then turn right .
Do you know the name of the street ?
I can't remember , but it's the second light .
By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ?
I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up .
Thanks a lot .
I didn't want to go out last weekend , so I decided to stay at home and watch a movie .
Why didn't you want to go out ?
I was very tired after working all week . Sometimes on the weekend I don't have enough energy to go out to a movie theater .
Did you download a movie or rent it at the store ?
I downloaded it so that I didn't have to remember to return it .
I'm doing fine . Don ' t mind me . It ' s a wonderful birthday party . Everyone is enjoying himself .
I hope so . Thank you again for your delightful gift .
Don't mention it .
Only English .
What do you think of your English ?
I have passed CET - 6 and I am proficient in reading and translating foreign materials . I have rich translating experience because I used to be an English translator .
Can you speak English fluently ?
I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently .
Did you take TOEFL or GRE ?
Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE .
When did you begin to learn English ?
I started to learn English when I was in primary school .
Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ?
The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe the amount of English I know is sufficient to work in a South Korea firm .
Yes , sir . We have a fine exercise facility .
I'm happy to hear that . Now , would you tell me where it is ?
You're actually standing above it . Just take the elevator or stairs down one level .
Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use ?
No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door .
And the gym hours are ?
Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes .
One more question , Do you have a trainer ?
We might be getting one in the near future . But at the present time , no .
I want to have a picnic with my friends , Mum .
How about a party at home ? That way we can get together and celebrate it .
OK , Mum . I'll invite my friends home .
Yes , I like it very much .
How about climbing up the Fragrant Mountain tomorrow ?
Where is it ?
It is located at the east foot of Western Mountain of Beijing , in a park with the same name . There are some huge stones within the mountain which look like the censer , so it is called ' Fragrant Mountain ' .
Have you visited it before ?
Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting .
Like what ?
It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between .
Sounds marvelous .
You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain .
Great . I will prepare some clothes and food for the climbing .
Can I get you another blanket ?
0h , that would be nice of you .
I'll turn the heat up .
Yes , please do that .
May I make a reservation ?
Of course . At what time ?
The four of us will be there at 7:00 this evening .
OK , sir . We are looking forward to your arrival .
Sure , I think that would be possible . Where is the fundraiser ?
It is in the park downtown .
Would you need it for both Saturday and Sunday ?
We will need it for Saturday only .
I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ?
Mary and I will be driving the van .
Could you drop it off on Sunday night ?
Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ?
Yes , that would be fine . Just make sure that everything is returned by Sunday night .
He's out of John's hands . Nothing he can do about such a black sheep .
If I were him , I would give him a good talking-to . I would insist on his stopping fooling around like that .
Yes , are you ?
I've got my money and my keys , so I'm ready .
You do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
what's that ?
it's a letter from Ray and Sue in Shanghai !
have you read it yet ?
no , I thought I'd wait until you got home .
go on , read it out loud .
ok . It says , " Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "
when did you send her a letter ?
just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often .
I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on .
ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk .
that's fine with me .
oh . It's actually all rather personal .
well , skip over all of that and read me the rest .
ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... " Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "
are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ?
didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June .
oh , I guess I missed that .
men !
It's me . What can I do for you ?
Nice to meet you , Mrs . Smith . I'm coming here for an interview by appointment .
Are you Mr . Wu ?
Yes , I am .
Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ?
Not really , I am familiar with this area .
OK . I don't mind going bar hopping with an expert like you .
Should we start with beer or wine or go straight to the hard liquor ?
I think I'll have a glass of wine . Let's see ... they have red wine , white wine and port . They even have sangria ! It's the happy hour special .
Port's too sweet . It's a dessert wine . A dry red French wine would be nice with meat . A glass of chilled white German wine would be good with fish . But , we're not eating and it's hot out , so I think I'll have a tall glass of sangria with ice .
Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ?
I like to stick to the clean stuff , like vodka , gin , white rum and other clear spirits .
Oh , that's right . You are supposed to deliver a brief on that account tomorrow . I know there are some things I need to share with you about that . But , gosh , I don't know ... Things are really busy for me today , the only time I can manage to squeeze out might be over lunch break ...
I hate to make you work through your lunch break with how busy you are ...
It's okay ... I've already had several days in a row working through lunch ...
How about this ... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon , and I'll order some Chinese food for delivery . It'll be my treat .
You don't have to do that ...
I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste .
Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ?
Great . I'll bring the food .
Yes . When do you start severing dinner ?
We open at 6:00 and take last orders at 10 :: 30 .
Well , that's fine . So I don't think it necessary for us to make a reservation . We will be there at 9:30 .
Yes , sir . We are looking forward to your coming .
Yes .
I've finished up all my water . I would kill for a sip of water .
Sure , come on in .
Thank you very much . Are you here alone ?
My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ?
I'm a back-packer from America .
What is a back-packer ?
It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world .
Cool . You must have been to a lot of places .
Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places .
So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up .
You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier .
I'll try my best .
He ' s doing fine . A new broom sweeps clean .
He brings with him some talented people from his former city .
I think we ' ll benefit a lot .
OK ! What can I do for you , Madam ?
Janice has just got sick and I need a hand now . Could you come here earlier tomorrow morning ?
When do you want me to come ?
Let me think . About half past seven if it is okay for you .
That's fine . I can make it .
There's an Ethernet cable in your room . Just plug it into the back of your laptop .
Uh-oh ! I can't use Ethernet . My computer is wireless only .
That's okay . I can tell you about some alternatives we have .
Any alternative that works will be great .
Well , there's our computer lab on the first floor .
That sounds good . What's the charge ?
The lab and the computers are no charge , but you have to pay for whatever you print .
That sounds good . Now , how about the other alternatives ?
Of course . Our lobby is set up for wireless , so just bring your computer down here .
Use my laptop in the lobby ? That's great ! Now , if I need to print something there ?
They plan to install a printer here . But until then , you'll have to use the lab .
Rather nice .
What was the weather like in New York ?
It was raining when I left New York .
You just ate .
I know , but I'm hungry again .
There's no food left from dinner .
I think I'm going to go make myself a snack .
Do you know what kind of snack that you want ?
I'm not exactly sure .
Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ?
I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make .
A PB & J is pretty easy to make .
I'm going to do that .
Knock yourself out .
I saw her yesterday . She was a little better .
Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ?
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and I had to wait for half an hour at the bus stop
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the centre of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
No , I assure you .
And you'll repair the television , won't you ?
Ok .
Do you promise ?
Of course .
And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ?
I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise .
But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ?
Yes . But only if you ask me nicely .
Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please !
Ok . I'll keep my promise .
Chips , finger foods , desserts , baked beans . Where're the pork and beef strips ?
Yi-jun , we're in the States . Here it's all burgers , steaks , and dogs .
Ah ... hence the buns and condiments we bought . And this is Holly's potato salad .
You can put stuff on the picnic table . Back to work . The grill is calling me ...
Let me know if I can help .
Your major must be computer .
Do you think my educational background suits this position ?
Yes , I ' m quite satisfied with your qualifications .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
Oh , I'm terribly sorry . but I couldn't find the yoghurt I saw here last time .
What's the brand ?
San Yuan .
Oh , it's out of stock at the moment . Why don't you choose another brand instead ?
I'm not used to other brands .
You can have a try . Maybe you will like it .
OK . I hope so .
Yes . I'd like to place an overseas call to London . Can I dial direct ?
No , sir . I'm afraid not .
Oh , I see . How about the charges ?
The charges vary according to the types of call you make . The cheapest is a station-to-stcrtion call , then a person-to-person call . The mini charge will apply for the first three minutes , then each additional minute will be charged .
Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ?
Certainly . Who are you calling ?
It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters .
And what's the number you are calling ?
It's London , 9981-6432 .
And your name and number ?
My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 .
Hang up and I'll call you back in a few minutes .
Yes . You could use five or six units . But five or six wouldn't be very efficient . I recommend seven .
And if we take the Decker units you suggested , what would the price be ?
Let me calculate the price for you . I can give you a 15 % discount if you buy the seven units . Let ' s see here . Your total would be 5929 dollars .
Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building ?
As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system .
That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess .
It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet . Your customers won't even notice them .
So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars .
Yes , that's for the units . Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars . But it depends on the time spent , of course .
You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised .
No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included . The price I quoted was just for the units .
In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell . They don't charge extra .
I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs . Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately .
Yes , I suppose I should get used to it . But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this . We haven't even opened yet .
I understand , Ma'am .
And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars .
It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens . If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years .
I will tell you what I can agree to . If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept .
Well .
You do seem like a better company than the other one . So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 .
Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this . We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business .
Good . I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible .
Yes , I think so .
Before we draft the contract , let's examine the details .
Ok , under this contract , we ' ll supply you with 600 dozen T-shirts , S , M and L equally assorted , at USD 100 per dozen , CFR London . Shipment in July . Payment by irrevocable sight LC .
Perfect . But what I ' m concerned about most is the time of delivery .
You may rest assured that shipment will be effected within the time limits stipulated in the contract . But there is also one point I ' d like to stress .
Yes ?
Your LC must be opened at least onemonth before the time shipment , otherwise we won't be able to catch the ship .
No problem . I ' ll have the covering LC opened as soon as I wetback . In addition , would you tell me by whom the commodity inspection is conducted before shipment ?
The goods will be inspected by the China Import & Export Commodity Inspection Bureau . It will then issue certificate of quality and a certificate of weight . These will be taken as final and biding .
Please remember to use both English and Chinese versions and both versions should be equally valid .
Naturally . Each of us keeps one original and two copies .
Then I ' ll come along three days later to put my signature on it .
Good .
Why doesn't he ask her ?
He is too scared to ask her .
He's a chicken guy .
It's coming along well , but it is a little delayed .
Can you finish it on time ?
I'm pressed for time and I am afraid I need someone to help me .
OK , I will send Beker to help you . We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay .
OK , we promise to do it well .
Yes , I'd like to make a deposit .
Which type of deposit do you prefer , time deposit or current deposit ?
I prefer time deposit .
Okey . The interest rate for time deposit is higher . Could you tell me it's RIB deposit or currency deposit ?
RIB deposit .
Is it your first time to make a deposit here ?
Yes .
The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ?
Six months .
Fill in this slip in ink , please .
Here you are .
All right . Just a moment , please .
Thank you .
What I cannot put up with is that they may even give me a back talk .
Of course , it ' s not polite of them , but sometimes you should put things the other way round and try to understand them .
Not back home for dinner again ? That ' s the third time this week !
I ' m sorry . Our company has just opened . There are always too many things to handle . You know that .
You don ' t have to explain . Suit yourself .
I apologize . You have my word , I ' ll spend some time with you on the weekend . I promise .
We ' ll see .
Thank you for understanding . I promise I ' ll make it up to you .
Morning , Jenny . Haven't seen you for ages !
Well , I thought I'd come to see you , so here I am .
You did give me a surprise . How have you been ?
Fine , just fine . And you ?
Not so well . I've come down with the flu .
I'm sorry to hear that . Take care of yourself .
It's really great to see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
Sounds wonderful . When shall we make it ?
How about seven ?
OK .
I'll pick you up .
Thank you .
Keep in touch !
I promise .
Never ! He ' s over 80 , isn ' t he ?
He ' s nearly 90 .
Good gracious ! Are you sure ?
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
Sure . How do you like your seats ?
Ordinary one , please .
Ok , here are your tickets in Row 13 .
I think they are too far from the stage . I want two in row 6 .
That's fine . But you have to pay another $ 10 .
I see . That ' s all right . Don ' t put the blame on yourself .
Yes , how should I set up my new computer ?
It's easy , let me help you .
Great , thanks a lot .
They wanted to go out , and so they made me look after my baby brother .
Didn't you mind doing it ?
No , I didn't . My brother was very good and I did quite a lot of homework .
Didn't you even want to go to the cinema ?
Not really . I watched television for an hour .
What was on television last night ?
Boxing . It was excellent .
Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too . What a pity I missed it last night !
What did you do last night ?
I went to a boxing match in the sports stadium .
Well , sir . Can I take your measurements first ?
Yes . Should I take off my coat ?
That'll be helpful . All right , thank you .
Please make a single-breasted .
No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt .
How much does it cost ?
Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether .
All right . When can I get it ?
In two weeks .
Thank you .
It says on the bottle here that you can have two refills .
Yes , I need to refill it today .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Yes . Show me the sweaters , please .
What style ?
Well , could you bring me all the styles of pullovers ? I am not quite sure which one I will buy .
Ok . Here are the ones , turtleneck pullover , crewneck pullover , V-neck pullover and cowl-neck pullover .
Would you like to have a taste of Moutan ?
That's great ! What comes along with Moutan ?
Yes , you con order some typical Chinese dishes . For example , Roast Beijing Duck .
It sounds good .
Yes , it is the best of our hotel .
Really ? Let me have a try .
Thank you . Just a moment , please .
Oh , it ' s lovely . Think of the nasty weather we had last week .
How are you these days ?
Fine , thank you . And you ?
Fine today , though a bit under the weather last week .
That ' s great . What are the prizes ?
3000 RIB as bonus for each person .
To encourage the staff increases .
Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch .
What about the afternoon ?
At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ' clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC .
You should unplug the phone .
That's a good idea .
Do you want me to wake you in an hour ?
No , thanks . Just let me sleep until I wake up .
I'll start dinner at 6:00 .
Okay . I think I'll be awake by then .
If not , your nose will wake you up .
You mean I will smell the food cooking ?
You might even dream about dinner .
I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired .
Have a nice nap .
Well , it ' s not like that . We just e-mail , it ' s really nothing . On top of which I am definitely thinking about stopping because it ' s getting ...
Out of hand .
Confusing . But not , because it ' s nothing .
Where ' d you meet him ?
Oh , listen , I can ' t even remember . Ok , on my birthday , I wandered into over 30 rooms , for a joke , sort of and he was there , and we started chatting ...
About what ?
Oh , books , and music , how much we both love New York . Harmless , harmless , meaningless . Bouquets of sharpened pencils . Oh .
Excuse me ?
Forget it . We don ' t talk about anything personal , so I don ' t know his name or what he does or where he lives exactly . So it ' ll be really easy for me to stop seeing him , because I ' m not ...
Sure . Let ' s go . What are you going to have done ?
I want to have a foot massage and haircut .
A foot massage sounds like a great idea . They are very relaxing . I ' d also like to have a mudpack on my face . It ' s supposed to help with your complexion .
Good idea . We should also pedicures and manicures .
This could become a very expensive trip to be beauty parlour !
I think it ' s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ' t you agree ?
Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress .
Maybe we should try a thai massage too .
What ' s special about a thai massage ?
That ' s when the masseuse walk on your back and massage you with her feet .
Sounds painful !
Did you enjoy it ?
Oh , don't talk to me about yesterday ! It was the most awful evening I've ever had .
Why ! what happened ?
Well . John had promised to be my date , but he stood me up . I waited for a full hour in the cold wind .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn't wait to get out of there .
I didn't wear make-up this morning .
You should do sports to keep young .
You're right . Make - up can only disguise my age , but exercise may delay it .
Not really . I could take it or leave it .
Not me . I have to have my TV and watch whatever comes on .
How can you do that ?
I want to go to the supermarket .
Wait a few minutes and I'll go there with you .
Let's get a shopping cart .
Good idea
What are you going to buy ?
Let's check out the fruit section first .
OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet .
Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some .
I'll take some , too .
Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets .
OK . I'll go and buy some cakes .
Do you want to buy something else ?
No . Let's go over to the check-out stand .
Oh , I'd love to . But we're going to clean our dormitory . I can't be absent .
Maybe another time . People say that boys ' dormitories are in a mess , is it true ?
In fact , our dormitory is much worse than they can be described .
It's hard for me to imagine . How can you stand that ?
You'll get used to it gradually .
Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ?
Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months .
Three months ? Incredible !
I hope to change because my current job is not within my chosen field . Since my major was international banking , I really hope to work at a bank .
Then , why do you want to work for our bank since it's a new establishment in Shanghai ?
Because your bank is a new one , I think I'll be given more opportunities , and the working conditions and surroundings are so excellent here .
It certainly is . But the work is also hard here . You need to put a lot of hard hours on the job to succeed in this field .
I expect to work hard , madam .
Do you mind going on frequent business traps ?
No , I enjoy travelling .
My native place is Shanghai , which is a very beautiful cosmopolitan city .
So are you a local ?
Yes , I am a local resident .
Things are going well for me , Dr . Smith .
Am I correct in thinking that you are here for your annual physical ?
Yes , I am applying for new health insurance , and I need a physical examination to qualify .
Your basic physical exam will include lungs , heart , blood levels , and eyes , ears , and nose .
I ' Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ?
We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test .
I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ?
I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count .
I am expecting the tests to go well . I have been taking good care of myself .
I'm going to do some shopping .
Won't you watch TV ?
What's on TV tonight ? Is there a football match ?
The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 .
Really ? Who will play ?
The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it .
That's cool . I'll watch it .
Who do you think will win ?
There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win .
I think so .
My brother did it .
Why ?
I laughed up my sleeves at him . He ' s seen his girlfriend off at the airport and had lipstick on his face and did not know it .
Ok , thank you . All you have to do is focus it .
All right . Say cheese !
Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome . I hope it'll come out well .
I'm sure it will .
Howdy folks , and welcome to today ' s game ! You know , Rick , today is a key game between Russia and Canada . As you know , the winner will move on to the finals .
That ' s right , and it looks like we ' re just about ready to start the match . The ref is calling the players for the face-off ... and here we go ! The Russians win possession and immediately set up their attack ! Federal gets checked hard into the boards !
Maurice Richard has the puck now , and passes it to the center . He shoots ! Wow what a save by the goalie !
Alright , the puck is back in play now . Pavel Bure is on a breakaway ! He is flying down the ice ! The defenders can ' t keep up ! Slap shot ! He scores .
What an amazing goal !
Really ? I thought the exhibition showed that he had real talent . What did you think of it ?
I liked it . I didn ' t think his works were masterpieces , but the certainly weren ' t uninspiring , in my opinion .
I don ' t think I ' Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ' t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ?
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
How about these famous brands ? Such as pierre Cardin ...
I'm afraid that's a bit beyond my means .
Then you can try some local products . They ' re also of good quality .
Everything about them was different , even the theaters .
I'm really interested . Tell me about them .
Well , where I grew up , we saw movies at a drive-in theater in our car with the whole family .
That's cool . I bet you could bring your own food .
We did . On hot days , we'd take a blanket and lay in the back of dad's old pickup to watch the movie .
Why don't we do that anymore ?
Well , the weather might have some influence , during bad weather the theater didn't make a whole lot .
Yes , Marry ?
I just wanted to let you to know that we had decided to offer the sales position to someone else .
I see .
We considered you very carefully but the other candidate has more experience .
Maybe so . But I'm fast learner and I'm willing to work overtime to learn the business .
I'm sure you are .
I must to ask you to reconsider your decision and give me a chance .
No , I ' m not sure I ' m going to .
Why not ? There ' s not much time left . Are you short of cash ?
No , thanks . I am okay .
You ' d better hurry up if you wanna a dorm room next September ...
Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus .
Do you have any idea how much that would cost ?
I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ' s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ' t get anything done .
You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ' d save .
I ' Ve got to think it over some more .
I hope you will have second thoughts .
I ' m not sure , but probably about 75 years . How about in your country ?
About 70 , I think . This newspaper article talks about the problems of an aging population . It ' s a problem that will soon affect most of the world .
I heard that the government might need to increase the retirement age , because otherwise there will not be enough workers to support the young and the elderly .
Perhaps we need to have more babies ! Tina gave birth to a baby boy yesterday .
Did she ? That ' s great . However , if we have too many children , that will have a bad effect on the enviroment .
How ' s your son these days ?
Oh , he ' s fine . Kids seem to grow up very quickly nowadays .
He ' ll be a teenager before you know it ! Teenagers are often rebellious ! When do you think it is a good age to have a child ?
I had mine when I was 24 . that ' s a little young . I ' d suggest you wait until you are in your late twenties . , or even in your early thirties if you have a good career .
Yes , I think you ' re right . I ' m thinking about having a child , but not just yet .
Is there a big generation gap between parents and their children in you country ?
Yes , there is . Teenagers do not want to live traditional lives . They want to go out , have fun , and explore the world . They want to develop their own view of life . Parents usually try to discourage them , but they don ' t often succeed .
Parents usually give their children more freedom in my country . Sometimes they give them too much freedom .
It ' s almost impossible to get the right balance . If you are too strict , kids might ignore you . If you are too lenient , they might go wild .
It's not really all that good . The bedroom is a little small for us .
Small ? But it should be enough for our needs , I think .
But there's no hot water after 10 at night . Sometimes I like to have a hot shower before bed , especially in the winter , it feels good .
That's true , but I love the living room , it's huge and filled with sunshine .
True , and I like the kitchen . It ' s new and well equipped .
It has a great balcony with an incredible view of the park .
You are right . The view is spectacular . But that bedroom is so small . We ' d never be able to fit all of our stuff in there .
May be we could get some new furniture , better stuff .
I haven't thought of that .
Yes . This is room 804 . I can't find my coat . I was wondering if it's in the lost and found .
I can check for you . Could you describe the coat ?
It's a light blue coat . It's got a hood and a big silver zipper .
When was the last time you saw it ?
Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar .
OK . I ' ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it .
Thanks . I appreciate that .
An exporter needs to know the social characteristics of people he is dealing with .
Like what ?
What do they like or dislike . What languages do they speak , what religions do they follow .
Reasonable .
Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to .
Sometimes people in different countries , or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture .
I thought it would be a good idea to get a check-up .
Yes , well you haven ' t had one for ... five years . You should have one every year .
I know . I figure as long as there ' s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Mom , can I have some ice cream ?
Not today , Honey . Don't eat too much ice cream .
Mom , can I have one more piece of cake ?
Ok . The last piece is for your dessert . We're having dinner soon .
What's that ? I thought our negotiation went very well .
The only problem is the price . It's not possible for us to make any sales at this price .
$ 1500 is almost the lowest price we can offer .
I'm afraid I can't agree with you there . Your price is much higher than other companies .
You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable .
I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away .
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first .
All right , we'll wait for your answer .
Oh , Mike . How are you doing ?
Not bad . It seems you are super yogurt lover . You have so many in your cart .
Well , I prefer yogurt to all the other drinks . Have you ever tried a kind of yogurt with old milk in it ? It tastes great and very healthy too .
Oh , I haven ' t noticed that before . Maybe I will try next time .
Why don ' t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you .
Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot .
You ' re welcome . It was good seeing you again .
Me too . Have a great day .
I may get some fruit .
Oh really , what kind of fruit do you like ?
I tend to only eat grapes and apples .
What kind of apples do you prefer ?
I've always liked green apples .
I don't really like green apples that much .
Why do you say that ?
I think they are too sour .
You'd rather eat a red apple ?
Don't you like red apples ?
They're okay , I guess .
We try to recycle as much as we can .
What about the rest ? How do you get rid of it ?
We have to send it to landfill . It's very expensive because the government recently introduced a landfill tax so we're planning to build a new incineration plant next year to burn our waste .
But doesn't incineration produce carbon monoxide ?
Yes , you're right , it does . But we believe it's less harmful to the environment than landfill
Hey , Daddy , today I had really a fantastic history class .
Wow , it's so strange for you to say things like that . What had happened ?
We've learnt the story of Zheg He Sailing to West Ocean . He is a real great navigator .
Did your teacher tell you the route he took ?
Yeah , he , with his fleet , came across the Indian Ocean , and arrived at the east coast of Africa .
Great , do you still remember when he started his voyage ?
Of course , that is from 1405 to 1433 , which is in Ming dynasty .
Good , by the way , do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you ?
Not yet , you know I have a lot of homework to do .
You should speed up , because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today .
OK , great Daddy , after supper , I'll embark on it .
That's my boy ! Wait , Daniel , when is Pirates of the Caribbean on ?
Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow , who wants to find the treasure on the sea ?
Exactly , now , tell me the time .
I won't tell you , unless you promise to let me watch it with you .
That means they have tapered legs .
Well , mine are baggy . They're the kind of pants you can lounge around in .
Mine are , too .
So maybe we shouldn't go out after all .
Yeah . Let's just lounge around !
Why not ! It ' s a classic . In fact , it ' s one of my favorite novels .
But it ' s so old .
Don ' t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ' s about ?
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ...
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
Don't feel like it . I'm broke .
Well , we can still do some window shopping , can't we ?
Just look around ? Ah , that's boring .
I'll go myself then .
I know she is quite an article , but I was not sure of her ability to cope with a boss .
She cannot get in Dutch with him . He is her boss , you know .
But most bosses are fools for woman .
Can you tell me something about the Spring Festival ?
Just like you celebrate Christmas , we celebrate our lunar New Year's Day , the Spring Festival . It is a time for the family members and relatives to have a get-together .
Christmas is also a special time for us to have the family reunion and to express our best wishes to those we love and those who love us in the coming new year .
Christmas has more religious nature , while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday . On the New Year's Eve , we have a big dinner called ' Family Reunion Dinner ' . One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings . After that , the adults usually sit chatting , watching TV , or playing cards .
What are the children doing ?
They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks .
I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year .
Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money .
Who will get the money ?
Of course the children .
Honey , we're in the museum now . We're not here to discuss your coworker's love life . We're here to enjoy the great paintings by Picasso !
I know ! But it's really important to her ! Her whole life could be ruined by this man !
You're making a federal case out of it . One unhealthy love affair can't ruin anything . It could even make your life more interesting .
Are you serious , John ?
All I'm trying to say is that life is ... like ... er ... this painting .
Uh , yes .
Do you go to work by train every day ?
Yes . I commute five days a week by train .
And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service ?
It ' s really very good .
Why do you say that ?
Well , trains are frequent and come on time .
Which train do you catch in the evening ?
I usually take the 5 thirty home .
And can you get a seat ?
No , I usually have to stand .
Would you agree that the service is fast ?
Yes , it ' s reasonably fast but it certainly isn ' t cheap . Fares have gone up25 % .
Are you deaf or what ?
Yes . There is something wrong with my watch . It stopped several hours ago .
Let me have a look . Oh , the watch ' s battery is worn down .
How much is a battery ?
$ 50 .
How long will it last ?
About 2 years .
Here is the money .
Yes , it is . Thanks . I ' m just surfing on the internet .
Here ? In this cafe ? How can you do that ?
This cafe offers a wireless internet connection . That means I can get on the net for free while I ' m here . Of course , I have to buy a cup of coffee !
That ' s great . Can you do it anywhere ?
No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city .
So , what programs do you have on your laptop ?
I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs .
I know you are keen on photography . It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime !
It ' s wonderful , isn ' t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I look recently ?
In the summer it gets very hot . the temperature is often between 37 and 40 centigrade . when it is hot we often get rains . the winters are drier .
The summer temperature usually often reaches about 20 or25 in my city . the rain falls mostly in the winter . and we often get snow .
What are the temperatures in winter ? in my city it is about 15 or 20 degrees .
In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that . the streets are often icing in the morning . with high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms .
Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ?
We do have a few foggy days in winter . but i would not say we have a lot of fogs . the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ?
Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms . but each one usually only last a few hours . then the skys are clear again .
Have you ever had snow in your city ?
My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child . but my parents and i only see it outside of our city .
The river in my city sometime freeze over . people go ice-skating on it . on summer people go boating on the river . but few people go swimming because it is not very clean .
As you know , my city is on the coast . the water is also not clean . but people still go swimming all year around . i prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot in sunny .
Nothing really .
Let's watch a movie or something .
What's on these days ?
I think they're playing Lord of the Rings
That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that .
Where should we meet ?
How about at the subway entrance .
Aright . I'll meet you there at one o'clock .
I'll do it later , Dad . I must prepare the concert on Saturday .
Oh , is it ? You'll be making records next , will you ?
We hope so .
You'd better get on with your homework ! You can practice on Sunday .
Oh dad . You don't understand at all .
I certainly could . You ' ll get exams next month .
I don't need it to play the guitar .
Oh , don't you ? God save me !
I'm sorry .
I want to think about it for some time .
Please , honey , I have made proposals to you fifteen times .
I know . But your way doesn't touch my heart .
Oh , god , please tell me how .
I can't tell you .
OK , I want you to be happy when we are together , and when you are sad , I would always stay with you .
When I am angry and want to beat someone , you stand there and let me do what I want . Would you ?
Yes , I would . Thanks for being in my life .
Don't be so happy , it is just one of my tests !
I love swimming and cycling . On Saturday morning I usually ride my bike around the city or the country road for almost two hours .
That ' s great ! I think they do you a lot of good .
Sure , they do .
But why do you choose cycling at first ?
Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection .
You are really a good citizen .
That ' s what I can do .
Yes . But not too much . It is considered as the head of five sacred mountains in China .
Five sacred mountains ? Why people call them so ?
Because in history , the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation .
Got it . Can we see any things left by them ?
Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain .
I want to see them . How can I go there ?
That is easy . You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai .
Thank you . Thanks to the baker , I benefit a lot from him .
Give me a chance to explain . I was no my way and I had an accident .
Sure . You look like you're all black and blue .
I am fine . In fact , I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle . But the other guy is in critical condition .
You're serious ?
Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert .
I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me .
Of course I forgive you . What are friends for ? Now , what am I going to do for that other guy ?
Coming . What do you want today ?
Quite a lot . I need one pound of potatoes , three pints of milk , a dozen eggs and one pound of tomatoes .
Our fruit is very fresh today . Do you want some ?
How much are the lemons ?
Three for ten cents .
Give me a dozen lemons .
Anything else ?
No , thanks . How much in total ?
Twenty eight dollars .
I would love to help you prepare for your presentation .
I hate to ask you to do something like that .
This will not interfere with my work . I promise you that .
When could we get together ?
I could easily give you some time tomorrow night .
Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ?
Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ?
I'll come prepared .
Goodbye until then . I promise you that you'll do well after we meet .
I'm not sure . I promised to help my sister move Saturday .
How about Sunday , then ? We could start in the morning .
I might be able to do that . But I don't think I can do it well .
Don't worry . It is a test of physical endurance , intelligence . Just to finish it is considered a victory for most .
OK . I'll talk to you later .
I ' m returning a book .
Do you need anything else ?
I also need to check out this video .
This is all you want to check out ?
Just the video .
I ' m going to need your library card .
I have it right here .
You ' ll need to take care of the video .
I will .
We will fine you if you damage it .
I get it . Thank you .
Rather difficult . How about you ?
It wasn't too bad . Were you nervous ?
Rather . I'm afraid I didn't do very well .
Oh , I wouldn't worry about it .
That's because you did well .
No , I wouldn't worry about you .
Why ?
It seems to me that you always do better than you say .
Can you take he away from me ?
I ' m just coming for that .
She kept on bothering me .
She ' s your sister . What she asked was only duck soup for you . Why can ' t you be good to her ?
But I am her brother , not her servant .
Sweet and sour pro chops , Madam .
We'll have it for two people .
In a minute , Madam .
Yes . I like gardening .
Oh , that's interesting . Do you have a garden ?
Yes , follow me . Here it is .
Your garden is really lovely .
Thank you .
Do you take care of them everyday ?
Yes , I do .
Don't you feel dull ?
I don't . I like the work .
Please show me your ID card and tell me the receiver's address .
Room 20 , Suzie Building , Beijing Road , Shenzhen , China .
Ok , that's all .
I'd like a hamburger and a cup of coffee . My room number is 402 .
OK . sir . We will bring it to you as soon as possible .
Thank you .
much better than it did yesterday .
did you pass ?
I not only passed my test , but I aced it ! I'm so happy !
you should be . You worked really hard last night preparing for it .
thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass .
you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor .
did you always do well at school ?
no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams .
really ?
sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ?
I'll get my finals in two months .
when do you plan on studying for those exams ?
most students just cram the night forehead .
do you think that's a good idea ?
no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam .
that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ?
I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant .
it sounds like you've learned something useful this year !
Please sit down and make yourself at home . Please don ' t stand on ceremony .
This dish is really delicious .
I ' m glad that you like it . This is only the first time that I made it .
You ' re great . Could you say it in Chinese ?
Sure , we call it doubt .
I am not in the mood .
Why are you feeling depress ?
I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me . It's a real letdown .
I don't think she would do such a thing .
But she did and it made me disappointed .
Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything .
But she means a lot to me .
Then forgive her mistake .
Oh , I just can't forget it .
Raise the alarm by breaking the glass of the nearest fire alarm . Call Security , say ' Fire ' and give your name and exact location . At night you should phone the fire service from the nearest telephone .
Should I try to put the fire out ?
If you discover a small fire , you can try to put it out with a fire extinguisher but only do this if you have been trained . Make sure you use the right extinguisher . They are all colour-coded and contain different substances to put out the fire .
Yeah , yeah , we ' re here because we feel this is an injustice ! The financial irresponsibility of big business has to stop ! We ' re there to show the government that we don ' t like the way that they ' re spending our tax dollars !
Sir but what exactly is making everyone so angry ?
It ' s an absolute outrage , Sarah , the US government wants to give 25 billion dollars of taxpayers ' money to the auto industry . These are companies that have been mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt .
I see . But , many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans .
That maybe true , and I for one don ' t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ' re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ' re asking for money ! That is just not right !
Good point . This is Sarah O ' Connell reporting live from Washington D . C . , back to you , Tom .
No , thanks , I'll pass . It looks very tempting though .
I thought strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting was your favorite ?
It is . I'm on a diet and strawberry cream cheese cake is not on it .
A diet ? What for ? You are in great shape .
I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up .
Oooo . This sounds serious .
Not too serious . But he gave me a strict diet to help bring it down .
Here you are .
What is your purpose of visiting ?
Sightseeing .
How long are you staying here ?
Nine days .
All right . Thank you .
How long will you be there ?
I'd like to stay there for a week .
So you'll have a tour of the famous city .
Certainly .
Yeah , my head hurts , that ' s all . I ' Ve been in physics class all day . It ' s killer !
I liked physics . It ' s all math , really . arcs , curves , velocity , cool stuff .
Yeah , yeah , but today ' s lesson was all about the creation of the universe .
A physics class about the creation of the universe ? That ' s some pretty unscientific language there . Sounds more religious to me .
It ' s all religion . Take the theory of the Big Bang . How is it possible that all of the stuff in the universe comes from an explosion ? That ' s no better than Atlas carrying the globe on his back or African myths about turtles and stuff .
Turtles ? Whatever ... Look , all that ' s required for the creation of matter an imbalance of particles and anti-particles . At least , that ' s what the math says .
Math , sheath . What ' s the evidence ?
There is evidence ! You know Edwin Hubble ? He ' s the guy who in the early twentieth century was the first scientist to measure the drift of matter in the universe , thus advancing notions of an expanding universe . What would it be expanding from ? Well , the Big Bang ... DUH !
Anyway , it ' s just a theory . Why do people go around touting theories ? Where ' s the scientific rigor in that ?
Dude , don ' t equivocate . A theory only becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous testing . You slept through class , didn ' t you ?
What did you have in mind ?
I don't know yet .
I just know I want to get out of the mindless gift trap .
I know what you mean .
I want to give a gift that is really meaningful .
Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them .
Or what only we are able to give them .
Yes , I want to a room for tomorrow .
Single or double ?
A single one with a private bath .
Would you like to have your room on the top floor ?
It doesn't matter .
Yeah , I don ' t have to pay for a space on the street .
Really ? How long did it take you to find a spot yesterday ?
Well , last night it took me half an hour to find a spot when I came home from work .
You get home late , don ' t you ?
Yeah , around seven . Most of the street parking is gone by then .
Ah , well . You can ' t have everything .
Yeah . I can live with it . It ' s great to be living alone .
We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students . We could have a firework display .
Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors ?
If we do , too many people might attend . Perhaps we should invited all of them , but make a small charge to attend .
Good idea . We should also hold a series of presentations . We could have presentations on the history of the university , the courses we offer , and our links with other universities .
Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives .
We could have another on the successes of graduates from here .
I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that .
That ' s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university .
I ' m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni .
A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film .
I ' m sure that will be very popular .. OK , let ' s think about how we can put these ideas into practice .
Great , the lamb stew tastes incredible .
I like it , too . I like the fish especially . It's so fresh , and the flavoury is kind of like for a fresh water fish .
Yes , the food here deserves its reputation . Chinese food is one of my favorites .
If you like , I'll take you to a new restaurant next time , I just heard about it from my friend , and he was just raving about it . It's such a great Sichuan cuisine . Would you like to try that ?
Sure , I'd love to . I heard Sichuan cuisine is very hot , I think I definitely love it .
Great , I love hot food too .
Well , let's finish this great dinner first .
You said it .
Is that true ? I can't believe it . There are always some meetings in this company .
Hush ! The wall has ears , you know .
But , my overwork has not done yet . And it is driving me crazy .
My boy . I give you my sympathy to you . However , this meeting is said to be extremely important , so we have to attend it .
What's the meeting for ?
It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year .
I will be there after 20 minutes .
Yes , go down the fifth street . You won't miss it .
How long will it take me to get there ?
It's only about 10 minutes ' walk .
Thank you very much .
What's that supposed to mean -- that it's weak ?
Well , that too . I mean that it's kind of sweet . See if you can guess what's in it .
Mmm ! Beer , tequila , and ... lime !
Not bad . You really know your booze ... So I guess you know what's in the salsa , too ?
Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ...
Don't tell me you're a salsa expert , too !
Yes , it does , sir .
How do I use it ?
First connect your laptop to the cable in the desk . Then open up your web browser .
Ok .
You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre .
Ok , thank you .
I did for a while , I suppose , until I left university , but after that not really .
Yeah , I've lost touch with most people as well , but I still see Rose occasionally .
Oh yes , how's she getting on ?
OK , I suppose , but she's had a rough time in the last few years , She got divorced .
What , from Peter ?
Oh , of course .
Shandong .
Nothing really , you ?
I'm throwing a party next Saturday .
Is that right ?
Yeah , are you going to come ?
I'm sorry , I can't .
Why not ?
I don't really want to .
Well , why don't you ?
I hate going to parties .
Well , that's okay .
Yeah , sorry .
Thank you , Paul .
It is very dull , and the production isn't very satisfactory , either .
You're absolutely right . I think the acting could be better .
To be fair , both the costumes and scenery are marvelous .
Maybe you're right . But I really don't like it .
Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good .
Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety .
Me , too . I hate to sit there and look at the same stage scenery one scene after another .
Yes . Let me get you a pair .
Sunny-side up , please .
The toaster is over there on the kitchen counter . Help yourself .
What kind of bread do we have ?
White and whole-wheat .
I think I'll have two slices of whole wheat .
Can you go wake up Cindy for me ?
Sure .
She's a late riser .
I knew this would happen some day .
Then , why didn't you try to prevent it in the beginning ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna . You are responsible , too .
I don't want to argue anymore . Please get out of my life !
I think we can still talk .
No way ! Please don't follow me around .
Talk it easy , Anna . You really don't hate me . do you ?
Yes , I do . Leave me alone !
Yes , I've found a wonderful property I wish to buy . Unfortunately , I just don't have access to the cash .
I see . It's a problem most of us face . May I ask what the purchase price is ?
It's 600,000 RIB . But I've already put down 200,000 RIB , which is my absolute limit , so I'm looking for a loan of 400,000 RIB .
So , you've already made a large initial deposit ? That is good news . OK , let's have a look at your credit details and get this started .
I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward .
That is good , it should speed things up nicely .
Just taking a smoke break .
I forgot my cigarette today . Do you have another one ?
Sure . Here you go .
Thanks .
I didn't know you smoked .
Really ? I've been smoking for over a year now .
Oh . You're new to smoking still . I've been smoking for 7 years .
You ever tried to quit ?
Many times . I'm really addicted . It's harder to stop than you think .
Yeah . I tried to quit last month , and I thought it was going to be easy , but it turns out that I'm still smoking .
I highly recommend you quit soon . The longer you smoke , the harder it becomes to quit .
I think you're right . Aright . Gotta go to class . Thanks for the cigarette . I'll talk to you later .
No problem . I'll talk to you later .
Oh , you know , tomorrow is Vicky's birthday . I am thinking what gift to give her .
That's easy . A girl at her age must like beautiful ornaments . How about a hair pin ?
It's a bad idea . Vicky has short hair .
Well , what about a brooch ?
Only old women like that .
Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday .
OK . That's what I can do .
You're welcome . Did you have a good time on this vacation ?
Very well . If I leave I'll miss you .
Me too . Please write to me as soon as you get Boston .
I'm sure and I remembered your phone number . I'll call you .
OK , they begin to register .
It's time I left .
Have a nice journey ! Do give my regards to your parents .
I've got a headache .
I'm sorry to hear that . Anything I can do for you ?
No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes .
Didn ' t I tell you ? It ' s over !
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . I did ' t know that you had split up . What happened ?
It was a few things . The first thing that happened was that we were supposed to go out for a romantic dinner for our one year anniversary , but she stood me up !
Really ! Did she tell you why she didn ' t show up ?
No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home !
What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ?
I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone .
I can ' t believe she would do that to you . It ' s so dishonest---and rude !
I know . I still haven ' t heard from her . The good thing is that I ' m so angry with her that I don ' t feel sad about not having her around .
I bet you she regrets what she ' s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ' t she ?
I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though .
I know . It ' s always nice to have some closure , but I don ' t think you ' ll have a problem finding another girlfriend .
No , I don't want to .
Really . The special effects are fantastic . You shouldn't be scared . You would really enjoy it .
Sam , I never like Haunted Houses . When I was a kid , I didn't like them . when I was in high school , I didn't like them . when I was in college , I didn't like them . So why should I like them now ?
But this is maybe one of the best Haunted Houses in North America ! It's different .
Why don't we go to the Epcot Center instead ? They have displays from many cultures around the world .
I saw that in the guide . It looks like they have different restaurants and different kinds of architecture . Do you want to go ?
Yes . That is something I will enjoy .
Alright , let's go then . How many tickets do we have left ?
We still have most of the tickets we bought . We can go on a lot of different rides if you like .
I was only interested in the Haunted House and the roller coaster rides . The other rides are for kids .
Let's start walking to the Epcot Center then . According to this map , it is up this pathway here .
Alright , let's go .
We can ' t break into the line . Don ' t be so impatient . We ' ll be at the front of the line soon .
Two tickets , please . How much are they ?
Oh no , Ari . I didn ' t mean for you to pay for me when I invited you to go tonight . Let ' s go Dutch . I ' ll pay my own way . I insist .
I ' m looking forward to this film . I read a good review of it in this morning ' s newspaper .
Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ' m tired of heavy drama .
Are these seats okay ?
They ' re fine , but I can ' t watch a movie without popcorn .
My country is well know for being very flat . There are some hills in the southeast of the country .
Is it really completely flat ?
Pretty much . The land rises and falls only a few meters . The southeast , the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters . There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country .
Yes , there are . They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries .
The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches .
That doesn ' t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs .
There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes .
We also have waterfalls in the mountains . They make the landscapes look very scenic . The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion , especially by water .
Can't bear it , right ? I've been there before . I'll feel uncomfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages , like there is something missing .
Yeah , that's right . If no one sends me text messages , I'll go crazy .
Actually , this is a kind of addiction called ' infomania ' or ' information overload ' .
Addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
Yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your in-coming emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
Absolutely .
Do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
Yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
Do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
Yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
Now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information
We have a dinner reservation for four at 7:00 under the name of Foster .
Yes , Mr . Foster , if you would please be seated over in the waiting area , our hostess will be with you in a moment .
Thank you . Would it be OK if we have a cocktail while we are waiting ?
Of course , I will tell her .
I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ?
Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away .
Sure , that would be great ! Thank you !
Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ?
Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please .
Sure , no problem , sir .
Thank you very much .
And this espresso looks like ... oil !
It still tastes fine , though .
These days , I can't think of anything but motor oil . Even coffee makes me think of it .
Wait a second ! There's the idea for this case ! " Your motor oil should be as choice and fresh as your morning coffee . "
I don't know . I only started looking for a job a few days ago .
I see . Have you found anything that you're interested in ?
I've only found a few openings in my field .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering .
there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ?
unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field .
that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ?
yes .
by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
really ? what is it ?
it's a job at a recruitment agency .
that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ?
well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job !
that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ?
sure , it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds . Good luck !
Nothing much .
But I think it's fantastic and charming . Well , you have your opinion and I have mine .
Maybe you're right . But I just still can't understand ...
Come on . I don't see any point in arguing about this . Everyone has a right to his own opinion .
Would you like a savings or a chequing account ?
Savings , please .
Right . Could you fill out this form please ?
Yeah . I just can't find it anywhere .
It's an open book that it was stolen by the man in black .
Let's get it back .
OK , sir .
How much do I owe ?
190 yuan .
Here is 200 yuan . The charge is for you .
Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Yeah , how do you like him ?
He's handsome .
Can you give me a touch of his character ?
He's outgoing and honest , but sometimes he's a bit conservative .
Yes , where's it to , madam ?
Well , the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent . It really needs to be posted today , so here you are .
You want to send it airmail , madam ?
I do want to send it airmail , yes .
That sounds like fun .
Do you have your book list for your class ?
Yes , I have my list .
Fine . Once you have it , you can go to the bookstore . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , I know where the bookstore is .
OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ?
No , I didn't know I could do that .
You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ?
Yes , I am going today .
Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1
Yes , thank you . That would be great .
Well , then , I'll talk to you later . Have a good day !
What can I do for you ?
I was wondering , I have heard many of my co-wokers that your knowledge and experience in international markets is phenomenal . Also , I ' Ve heard the rumor that you speak fluent Japanese . Is that right ?
Yes , that ' s right . I do speak decent Japanese .
Right now I ' m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market . We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities . We ' ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started . What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion .
Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ?
We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other .
So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ?
We could give you an uncite office , as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan . At the same time , after helping with our project , we will be willing to split our profit with you .
Yeah . I have a fancy for some wine tonight . Can you recommend something for me ?
Our red wine is very famous . I'd suggest you try that .
All right . What kind of red wine do you serve ?
Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose . You can have a taste then make your decision then . Here is the wine menu .
The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one .
Then do you like any cheese to go with it ?
Why ? Do I have to order that ?
Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like .
That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive .
What would you like for appetizer and dinner ?
Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner .
How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ?
Medium , please ?
Anything for dessert ?
Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert .
OK . Please wait for s while . We'll get it done quickly !
Good morning , Mrs Smith .
Good morning . You are Mr . Sun , aren't you ? Take a seat , please .
Yes , thank you .
I've noticed from your resume that you majored in accounting at Peking University . Will you please tell me something about your related courses ?
In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting .
Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ?
No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making .
From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience .
I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation .
You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English .
No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English .
That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ?
I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company .
Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ?
No , can you tell me about it ?
Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month .
I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ?
I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July .
Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you .
The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you .
Thank you . Good-bye .
I went to the beach with my friends and had a barbecue there .
That sounds like a lot of fun . Did you go swimming , too ?
Sure . I think it ' s a fantastic place to go .
I couldn ' t agree more . That ' s an ideal place for a vacation .
It sure is .
I can ' t wait to go there myself .
No , they live in Shanghai , my hometown .
How often do you go back to visit them ?
Once a year .
Thank you . You are cooking up a storm .
Wouldn't you like some more chicken ?
No , thank you . I'm afraid I can't take in anymore .
Why , this is the most interesting film !
I hate the hero . He ' s too cruel .
But it's only a film .
Take me to the center station , please
OK , here we go .
Do you think you can get me there seven thirty ?
We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam .
Hope we have good luck .
Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you very much . Here's 10 $ , keep the change , please .
That's a good idea ! So you don't need to worry about it .
I think so , too . What do you think about that I write a letter of inquiry to the company ?
It's OK . You could send an email to the employer via the internet .
Good idea . It is convenient and fast .
You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely .
Certainly .
I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it .
I think that about one hundred words are enough .
After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply .
OK , I know now .
yes , I did . I won a prize for best local history book at the annual book awards .
congratulations ! You must be very proud of your achievement .
actually , I was happy just to get the book published . Winning the prize was an added bonus .
what was the prize ?
I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice .
that ' s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ?
I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz .
I won $ 10 in the lottery last month . Perhaps next time , I ' ll be luckier and win the jackpot !
Yeah , I quit .
Why ?
I'm fed up with his boring lectures .
It's $ 120 per yard including a 5 % discount .
That's much higher than I expected . Can you come down a bit ?
But if you placed a larger order , we would increase the discount to 10 % .
Supposing we agreed to your price , what payment terms could you offer us ?
Maybe we would consider a longer credit period .
That would be nice . Let's call it a deal .
I'm not sure I can't agree , dan .
Why not ?
Surely , there are other ways to save money .
What are you talking about , we tried everything !
I wish I could , but I can't .
What keeps you so busy ? You've been sitting there for hours . You've got to walk around . You just can't stay on the computer forever .
Well , I am up to my neck in work . I've got to finish this report . Sarah needs it by noon . I don't want to be scolded if I can ' t finish my work by the deadline .
I understand that , but you'd feel better if you took a break , even for just a short while .
I've never really thought about it before . I guess it doesn't bother me .
Do you think advertising has an influence on the choices you make when you're shopping ?
I guess so . I usually buy name-brand clothing , shoes , and electronic goods . How about you ?
I actually try to avoid name-brand items . I can't stand it when big companies advertise their products all over the place !
I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds .
I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense .
Do you have a brand preference for anything ?
I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items .
What do you think about the " impossible is nothing " billboard on the high street ?
It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it .
I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention !
To each their own !
Well , it doesn't seem like it . He must have forgotten .
I suppose you're right . He can't have remembered .
Stolen ? No , why ?
My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago . I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days .
Criminals are clever ? They're only successful when people are careless .
I don't know . The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn't have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn't anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all .
That's not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
No , I rarely smoke . I don't drink , either . I only drink with my family on celebrations or with close friends .
What kind of winter sport do you like best ?
My favorite winter sport is skiing . In addition , I am keen on basketball .
What do you like doing in your spare time ?
I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health .
Do you have any hobbies ?
Yes , I have . I collect stamps , Chinese stamps as well as those from other countries .
There is nothing good at the moment . Let ' s do something different . Would you like to go to a concert ?
Yes , I'd love to . Here is a good one , Mozart and Beethoven . It ' s on the Festival Hall . Shall we go there ?
Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ?
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
Well , Mary types faster than Jones . But I think Jones types more carefully .
Is there any difference in their short hand ?
Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ' s short hand is the best in her class .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
Sorry , I can't . I have to work late at the laboratory .
Nigel , you sure lead a dog's life , what's up with that ?
My boss wants me to finish this project tonight .
I can't sleep ...
But it's almost midnight !
Exactly . I'm too excited for Christmas morning . Also , I thought I heard Santa .
Really ? How do you know it was Santa ?
Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs !
Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him !
Really ?
Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already !
O-K ...
Hey , honey ! Is that you ? Don't eat all the cookies -- I want some , too !
Yes , please .
How are you doing , sir ?
Fine , thank you . Are you coming for the interview as a secretary ? What's your name ?
Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Li Hua . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too . Miss Li . please have a seat . I am Peter Smith , the General Manager .
Yes , I'm calling from Mexico . I will be in town next week and would like to know if you have availability .
OK ma'am , can you tell me the date you expect to check in ?
Yes , July ninth . I will be there for seven nights .
We have a junior single suite or a superior double suite available for those dates .
What's the difference ?
The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar .
OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ?
Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation .
Sure , my credit card number is ...
What am I doing ? What am I doing ? Don ' t you know what day it is ?
Mumm . no .
It ' s only the day when the world ' s biggest sporting event is kicking off .
What ?
The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ' s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ' s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa
I have no idea what you ' re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl .
This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g
Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ' t really appeal to me .
Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ' s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec
All I know about soccer is that you can ' t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me !
Whatever , I ' m going to go watch the opening match .
Yes . I have been here for three years .
Do you like this campus ?
Well . I ' m rather disappointed with it .
How come ?
It ' s too old . And it isn ' t as specious as I expected .
Oh . It ' s awful , but it can ' t be helped .
I ' ll just have to put up with it .
But the rain has been pouring down for two days . We ' Ve both caught colds .
And this bedroom is too big and damp . But it ' s better than a tent .
How unlucky ! Let ' s pack our bags and go home .
It doesn't matter to me .
Does 7 o'clock suit you ?
Either way . I don't care .
How about a snack after work ?
I couldn't careless .
Would you rather stay home ?
Whatever you say .
Are you really interested in doing something ?
I don't mind if you want to .
He looks strong . What does he do ?
He's a captain .
He must be very brave .
Exactly !
Hello , may I have a double cheeseburger ?
With everything on it ?
That sounds great .
Did you want fries with your order ?
May I get a large order of curly fries ?
Did you want something to drink ?
Get me a medium Pepsi .
Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you . That's it .
No problem , that'll be $ 5 . 48 .
Thanks a lot . Keep the change .
There're a lot of chuckholes on this old highway . Driving on it is experience-demanding .
Trust me . I've been driving for two years .
Ok . You drive and do be careful .
It is called Energy Collector .
Look at your right-hand . Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom ?
Maybe . Oh . I see the Jungle Flying Train . I once rode it . It was very exciting .
I want to have a try later .
Me , too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
Do you have trifles ?
Yes .
Please bring me some trifles and apple pies .
OK . I will bring it for you .
Good morning . I want to deposit a sum of money into my account .
OK ! How much do you want to deposit ?
Well , I want to deposit 2,000 yuan into my account .
Would you please fill in a deposit form first ? Please write down your name , your account number and the amount you want to put in .
OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account .
Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
China Hotel .
Why don't you take a taxi ? It'll get you there much faster .
Well , I think I'll take the bus this time just for a change .
Yes , it's really a surprise . How are you ?
Fine . How is Jim ?
Oh , he is all right . But busy as usual . Well , why don't we have a good chat at a bar ? It's been long time since we met each other last time .
Good idea !
What's the matter , sir ?
Have you been drinking ?
No , I haven't sir .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow into this breathalyzer , please .
But , sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse to blow , you'll receive a much severer punishment .
OK . I'll blow .
Your BAC exceeds the legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and suspend your driver's license for 3 months .
What about a motel ?
What's that ?
It's a hotel but cheaper and offers free parking .
Well , that sounds good , I have never lived in a motel .
Then let's stay in a motel . I am sure you will like it .
Well , we can proceed with the order until after the Christmas holidays . Our factories will be closed for another week .
That's all right . We will send you a purchase order in one week . I hope you will be able to take care of it .
No problem . Once we get your purchase order , we will begin the execution of the order right away .
Thanks . We need the products in less than one month , because we have a big deal with another company . By the way , will payment against delivery be OK ?
That will be fine . And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order .
Many of the slower dances are danced to the lyrics of tragedies . He meant that you turned it into a comedy .
Well , I'm glad I made everyone happy .
He meant it in a good way . You added a little spice to the performance .
I'm glad you guys all have such a good sense of humor . Ha-ha ...
Of course ! That's why I always say , Eat , drink and be Greek !
Miss Levin . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too .
It's very hot , the temperature is often over 40C .
Do you like the weather in Seattle ?
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Oh yeah and decorating the house too was colored paper and pictures . they will put a Christmas tree just inside the front door , pained toys and colored electric lights along the branches and plays all the gift packages under it
Woo , your home will beautiful on Christmas .
Sure thing .
I do wish your christmas and happy new year .
Thanks .
You can renew the books over the computer .
That's so convenient .
Well , I ' Ve attended some conferences in this field . But the most relevant training I ' Ve had was in computer design . I believe I could integrate that knowledge with my college degree to design
I see . Did you have anything specific in mind ?
Well , I notice that you currently provide an on-screen TV Guide . At the moment , it just scrolls the names of the programs in a repeated loop . If you have many channels , you have to wait a long t
That ' s impressive . How would you make that pay ?
Tie it in with the pay-per-view services , and perhaps it could be a money-maker .
I see you have several good ideas . Now , I just have a few questions about your C . V . I notice that there is a five-year gap between your last job and now .
Yes , I took a break from work during that time . I had a baby , and as she was born with a handicap , I decided to suspend my career . But I have continued to keep up with the Industry through con
So , you ' re just starting back . Maybe you ' d better tell me a little more about your experience .
I feel like a cup of black tea .
Wouldn't you like something to eat ?
Yes , I'd like a portion of that strawberry tart .
Right . I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye .
I studied at Anshan University .
Did you intern anywhere ?
Yes , I interned with an accounting firm during tax season .
That must have been stressful .
Yes , but I learned a lot .
I'll bet .
I learned about different tax laws and how they work .
Grand Central Station , please . I want to catch a 6 p . m . train .
I think you'll make it if we don't get stuck in a traffic jam .
Here is the Grand Central Station .
Thank you . How much is the fare ?
The meter reads 9 . 15 dollars .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Thank you .
Don't worry . I'll drive you back .
Thank you .
OK , sir . How many are coming ?
4 . By the way , what's your dress code ?
We require a jacket and tie .
I see . Thank you .
Yes , Ma'am . Here we are .
How much do I owe you , sir ?
30 dollars , Ma'am .
Are you kidding ? The meter says 15 dollars , doesn't it ?
Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip too .
I don't get it . I'll go and have our doorman talk to you then .
Ok , Ma'am . Calm down , 15 dollars will do .
I have a room registered in your hotel . My name is Charles Hill .
Just a minute , please .
Yes , a single room for March 28 .
That's right .
What are you collecting donations for ?
We ' re trying to raise money for the campaigns .
How much are you planning on raising ?
As much as possible .
What kind of fundraisers are you doing ?
We are going door to door .
You should try actual fundraisers , too .
What else can we do ?
Try having a car wash or selling candy .
I didn ' t think of that .
I know . It ' ll also help you make more money .
We're sorry , but single rooms have been occupied .
What's the room rate ? It's little expensive for me . Do you have any other room ?
Then , how about this room with just a shower ?
May I see the room ? I'll take this room . Is the rate for a room only ?
No , sir . The tax is included .
Huh ?
Yes , it is time to wake up . And , also , from now on I will speak only English to you . And you should speak only English to me , too .
Okay , mom .
Right . That's good .
It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it .
I know you can do it .
I will do my best .
That is great . All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do .
We can take a bus there .
Does this bus go there ?
I think so .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
What a creep ! Phony good luck e-mails are one thing , but sexual harassment is crossing the line .
No wonder he asked for my address first-he just wants to harass me !
You could try using a spam filter to reject stuff that's obviously pornographic or anything else you don't want .
I would like to go to Europe for a visit ? Can you recommend me an interesting city ?
Why not go to Paris ? It's famous for Arch of Triumph , Eiffel , versailles and place de la Concorde .
Do you have a package tour to Paris ?
Of course , we have .
I like variety shows .
I also like variety shows , but sometimes the host lacks a sense of humor .
I prefer a variety show without a host .
Ha , I am flattered . Actually , when it comes to negotiate , you don ' t need to like it . You just need to understand how it works .
I am not good at it by any means . Give me some advice .
Well , generally speaking , if you want to change someone ' s mind or understand his position , you have to put yourself in his shoes . Understand his need and the cost for his need . And then you work together to find a solution .
Sounds easy . But how can I apply to practice ? I am thinking about applying for more reimbursement for my mobile bill . But I am afraid our boss will turn me down .
Ok , as John after Kennedy put it , let us never negotiate out of fear , but let us never fear to negotiate .
Yes , I'm sure I've been here before .
Maybe we're walking in circles .
Yes , there's that bar we passed an hour ago .
Not so bad , but Kevin does have problems with his wife .
What ?
His wife always complained that Kevin's salary was too low and got no promotion .
Poor Kevin , we should do something for him . He is a nice guy and does his job well .
Yeah , I agree with you . But you know , it's just one of those things .
Yes . What size are you ?
I am a size 6 .
Try this on please .
This is just my size . How much is the rent
The rent is 400 yuan a day .
Yes , I think even though we are adults , it's still a good place for us to relax .
What are you going to enjoy ?
I want some exciting . Which is more fun , the roller coaster or the ferris wheel ?
I like neither .
Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting .
OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun .
I like ferris wheel more .
It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later .
OK , let's go .
What's the matter ?
My wife has found that I have an affair with my secretary , and now she is going to divorce me .
How could you cheat on your wife ? You have been married for ten years .
Yes , I know I'm wrong . But I swear that the affair lasts only for two months . And I still love my wife . I couldn't live without her .
I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce . But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever ?
Yes , I swear .
It's nice . But what kind of dress are you looking for ?
Something attractive and dressy . Maybe a little sexy too . New Year's Eve is a special occasion and it only happens once a year , right ?
Of course . It's common too that we wear something special for our Chinese New Year .
People here always wear the best clothes they have . Many people go out and buy clothes especially for New Year's Eve .
Any other common customs of your New Year ?
Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution .
What's that ?
It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days !
By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ?
We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too .
Thanks a lot .
Just a minute .
Oh , hi Mike . I ' Ve been out of town the last few days . What did you need ?
Really , nothing big . I just heard about your ideas on employee motivation and I wanted chat with you about a few things going on in my department .
Well , feel free to drop by my office any time . The door ' s always open .
Actually , I was hoping to mix business with pleasure . Would you be interested in joining me for dinner some time this week ? I thought we might try out the new Italian restaurant everyone ' s been
Sure , Mike , I ' d love to .
Is this evening too soon ?
No , that ' s perfect . We can leave directly from here .
You usually are good about turning it in ; what happened ?
I was really sick .
But couldn't you have done it when you felt better ?
Yes , I probably could .
You have already missed one other assignment ; when can I expect the make-ups ?
Next class meeting .
That will be soon enough , but make sure you get next week's assignment in as well , all right ?
That would work for me .
Good . I know that you are capable of being an excellent student .
Yes , I always have coffee in the morning .
What are you going to have to eat ?
I'm going to order scrambled eggs and toast . What about you ?
That sounds good to me . I'll have the same .
What makes you say that ?
I don't see anything wrong with what we're doing ! That's just the problem . In these kind of things , the trouble doesn't always appear at first .
But everything has been so easy .
Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork . Just like we planned ! That may be true , but if you were to do it , you would have trouble on the horizon . You always say that .
Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things .
Okay . Have it your way , but don't say I didn't warn you .
Yes , where can I buy trousers ?
Follow me , please . How do you like this one ?
What mark is it ?
Levis . It's the latest fashion .
Give me six-piece chicken nuggets , a large fries , and a large coke .
You will need to wait a few minutes for fries . They're still in the fryer .
That's fine .
Your total comes to 7 dollars .
Here's 20 .
Thank you . Your cash back is 13 dollars . Pull into a parking states , and we'll bring you your fries in two minutes .
Thanks .
Rudeness . You are not expected to sit down before being invited , and you shouldn ' t throw yourself into the chair like you ' re loading heavy baggage .
And we should have good sitting posture .
That ' s right . The ideal posture for women is to put their legs together and lean to one side . This is especially important in summer .
Where should I put my overcoat and briefcase after entering the office ?
Put it beside you . Don ' t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ' s desk . You've got long hair . Don ' t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work .
I think that ' s the reason why Princess Diana ' s hair style became so popular .
Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there .
I ought to respect other people ' s privacy , as most Westerners do .
As the saying goes , when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
What is it ?
When you go out with friends , I don't want you to stay out too late .
Okay .
We maintain a curfew for Cindy because she's just 16 .
How late can we stay out ?
You can stay out till 10 p . m .
But if we're going to be late ?
Then you call me or Tom first .
Well . I am breaking up with Cathy .
What happened ? Did you have a fight ?
No . She is really a very nice girl ...
Yeah , she is . She is pretty , caring , getting easy-going and she is a great cook . She is a gem .
Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ' s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself .
Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ?
I've tried , but it didn't work .
So , when are you going to tell her ?
Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her .
I know she ' s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt !
I know ...
Yes , there is . There is only one ship there every day .
What time does it leave ?
It leaves at 9:30 a . m ..
Could you please tell me about the cabins ?
Yes , all the cabins are fit for two .
Then where can I catch it ?
At Pier Five .
Thank you .
Sorry , darling , I forgot .
When will you buy it then ?
I promise you'll have it tomorrow .
Good evening . We want a dinning room with a table for eight .
I'm sorry , sir . The rooms are not available now . But would you like to have your dinner in the dinning hall ? I can find a table by the window for you .
No , thanks . We have made a reservation before .
Can I have your name , please ?
My name is James .
I'll ask waitress to show you the way .
Thanks .
Not even a single drop ?
Well , it's just drip drip drip . But that's not water .
I don't know . Since yesterday morning , the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip .
Did you call the apartment management yet ?
Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over .
How long ago did you do that ?
It was 36 hours ago .
That's outrageous ! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this .
It's a surprise !
For me ?
Yes . Let's go inside and you can open it up .
Wow ! It's big ! What could it be ?
I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat .
What does that mean , not big but fat ? You didn't buy ...
Well , Mr . Parsons , as I mentioned before I ' m someone who needs new challenges . I ' m really focused and hard-working . I think my academic results prove this .
Yes , true , but how about other personal qualities ?
Well , I believe I ' m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ' m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ' m fun to work with .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
What a shame !
No , ma'am , there's only one person ahead of you . You won't have to wait long .
Thank you .
All right , madam , it's your turn . What will it be today ?
I've been wearing my hair long for years , but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style . What do you suggest for a woman like me , that is , with hair like mine ?
Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable .
I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing .
Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ?
Yes , if you think it will help .
What do you think of it ?
It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ?
Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ?
By all means .
I fed them earlier today .
Great ! Could you please bathe them later ?
Okay , I'll do that later .
Thank you ! Remember that they go to the vet this Saturday .
I know . What time is their appointment ?
We need to have them there at 11
I got it . I will remember .
Yes , Sally . I want to do some sit-ups and perhaps get in a game of singsong .
That sounds like fun . Would you mind some company ?
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
You've got to be joking ! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants , and if she saw Myra cheating , she certainly had the right to say so .
I agree she had the right to say something , but I feel she should have done it privately .
You're right . If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that .
Very well , do you know any shorthand ?
No , but I can write very fast .
Can you use the computer or other office machines ?
No , but I ' d like to learn how to use them .
Yes , I see , this is a permanent position .
Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ?
Oh , no , I ' m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time .
I couldn ' t possibly hire you . You can ' t take shorthand , you can ' t use a computer , and you can only work part time .
I was told about it already . I'm just waiting for my invitation .
Is that right ? I already got my invitation from her earlier .
I believe that she will give me the invitation today .
Are you even going to go ?
Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year .
Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun .
When exactly does the party start ?
The invitation says it starts at 8
Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ?
I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though .
I'm planning on going , but I really need her to give me my invitation .
I'm not sure . Let's look up the catalogue .
Will you give some advice on this experiment ?
I advise that step be taken in power supply first .
What's his suggestion for this work ?
His suggestion is that the work be started at once .
The way I see it is that they'd join us .
I think so too .
Sorry , but he's not in . May I take a message for you ?
This is Robert Jordan . Would you ask him to call me back , please ?
OK , I'll tell him .
Really ? I didn't realize it was so late .
I've got to catch the last bus . See you later .
Thanks . Wendy . There will be an important dinner party tonight . So I must make me the focus of my friends .
The next bus will be here in four minutes .
Oh , good . That ' ll be the number forty four ?
No , it's the number fifty-eight .
So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ?
No , it won't .
So when will it be here then ?
Never .
Never ?
That's right . The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more . It ' s stop is round the corner .
Yes , sir . How would you like to pay the bill , sir ?
Do you accept credit cards ?
Yes , sir . But we only accept American Express , Master card and Visa . What kind do you have ?
Master card . Here you go .
Wait a moment , please .
There are various kinds of tea in China . It depends on the taste and effect .
Well , I do not know Chinese tea at all .
This is green tea , you can drink it in summer . It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs .
Sounds interesting . What about this ?
It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion .
What's this ? It smells fragrant .
It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste .
I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend .
No problem . Wait for a moment .
Hello . I'm a Financial Manager in a local company and we'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account with you .
I see . That shouldn't be a problem , Sir . Which currency would you require ?
We have recently started doing a lot of business with British companies , so we'd like to open a GAP account . How should we go about this ?
The first step is to fill in the Account Opening Application and the accompanying Seal Card , stamped with your company's seal . I mean , the business seal and the corporate seal . We also need your Business Licence and the Enterprise Standard Code Certificate . Then we can go on to the next step .
That's great . Let's begin as soon as possible .
Why do you say that ?
The city is beautiful , the off ... , the offices are modern and comfortable , and the work is so interesting .
Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I've always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that's true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I'm a GS - 15 . That's high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
I'm pretty good , you ?
I'm awesome .
How long have you been on the bus ?
I've been on here for like , 15 minutes .
Do you catch this bus a lot ?
Not much , I have a car .
So , you have your own car ?
I sure do .
Then , why are you on the bus with me ?
I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down .
That's good thinking .
Again ? The area around the park is too dark at night . There should be more lights there .
I am afraid of the dark . I don ' t feel safe in the dark . I feel someone is hiding in the dark to attack me .
Your feelings might be right . You should never walk alone there at night . It is too dangerous .
I Know . And you should be more careful , too .
Horowitz , I beg to differ . Even in your most recent study , the investigative approach was flawed ! You know as well as I do that the collection of data was not systematic , and there is a large margin of error . To draw a definitive conclusion based on that data would be misleading
That is preposterous !
You are trying to single-handedly solve one of the world ' s greatest mysteries , and yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are wrong !
I am not wrong ! The chicken came first !
No ! The egg came first !
I would like to be in a managerial role , ideally working do6ely with external clients . I have worked in client-facing roles for more than two years and I enjoy the challenge of keeping the customer satisfied . I think Ifs something I ' m good at . Finally , I ' d like to be on the right career path towards eventually becoming a senior manger within the company . I ' m very aware that these are ambitious goals , however I fell through hard work and dedication they achievable .
I believe you can take the 486 .
Will that bus really take me to LA ?
It sure will .
Is it a very long ride ?
It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride .
Really ?
It doesn't take long at all
Do a lot of people ride that bus ?
More people start getting on around LA .
Wow , thanks a lot .
Don't mention it .
Uh well ... would you like the bad news first or the really bad news ?
What ? Ed , don ' t tell me you only have bad news !
Well sir , our sales have dropped , no plunged , fifty percent in the past month alone . We are currently overstocked and overstaffed and our profits refalling fast . The market is in recession and we have no way of moving our inventory , or getting rid of our staff . If we consider redundancies , it would cost us a fortune because of the new regulations governing compensation packages . It ' s a real mess .
For crying out loud ... How fast are we losing money ?
Um ... how can I put this ? Let ' s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months .
What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ' s the bad news ?
Oh , that ' s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ' re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ' re going to have to shoulder this cost .
Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess !
We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country .
We ' re doomed !
There is some really good news though !
Really ? What !
I got offered a new job !
Let me guess . You want to watch the History Channel again !
How did you know ! There's a program on ancient Egypt tonight .
Well , I guess I could tape The X-files and watch it later ...
Look , it's starting !
Mysteries of the Pyramids . Didn't we watch this program last week ?
But it ' s so pretty .
Yes , it is pretty , but it costs $ 200 . What about this one ? It ' s almost the same , but it costs half as much .
It ' s not the same . It ' s completely different .
It ' s just a little shorter .
I really like this one .
Well , it ' s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ' s pretty ?
Yeah . It ' s pretty .
I'm here to pay my telephone bill . I usually go to the post office , but I was told that I could take care of it here . Is that right ?
Yes , that's correct , Madam . You don't need to go to a counter at all , you can use one of our ATM machines . I'll be more than happy to help you .
I don't usually like to use Atms , I like dealing with a real person , you see .
I know it does seem a little daunting , but once you get used to it , it will save you a lot of time and trouble .
Good evening . Is the kitchen open now ?
I ' m sorry . The kitchen is closed after midnight .
It ' s ok , good night .
Good night .
Of course . What about you ?
You know that I am .
Where is your polling place ?
It ' s at the park up the street .
Oh , is that right ?
Where ' s your polling place ?
I have no idea .
How come you don ' t know where it is ?
Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place .
You should check online .
Oh , really ? Thanks , I ' m going to do that right now .
Problems are what we're here for , sir . Please tell me your problem .
This room is filthy with cockroaches .
Were you wearing your glasses when you noticed them , sir ?
I've already seen nine of them and , as they say , eight is enough !
Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots .
You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement !
I'm very sorry , sir . Will you please hold while I transfer you to my supervisor ?
Good idea . There is a good nightclub nearby , isn't it ?
Yes , the dance hall is nice with various styles of music .
( In the club ) Look at those people in the dance floor , they are so crazy .
That's rock and roll with fast tempo .
I like the slow dance . I am good at rumba and waltz .
Take it easy . The time for slow dance is the middle part of the party .
Let's find a quiet seat and sit down for beverage .
OK , follow me .
Listen , it is waltz . I like the elegant step of the old styles .
May I ?
Sure .
( When they are dancing ) You dance gracefully !
It's $ 1 . 25 for this bus .
How long have you been a bus driver ?
I started driving the bus a few months ago .
Is it fun driving the bus ?
Not at all .
I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver .
I never did either , but it pays the bills .
I enjoyed talking to you .
I liked talking to you too .
Good morning , Dr Lee .
I have not seen you for a long time . How are you ?
Not very well .
What are your symptoms ?
I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain .
Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ?
Here .
What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ?
Sharp pain .
Is the pain continuous ?
No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes .
Please lie down over there .
All right .
Does it hurt when I push here ?
No .
What about here ?
Not really .
How long have you been like this ?
For about a month .
How about your appetite ?
I am eating pretty good .
How about your bowel movements ?
No constipation . Everything seems OK .
It owns 10 factories and offers stocks to the public .
Why do I have to hire you ?
I have a proven track record in resolving problems , multitasking , and dealing with customers , as you can sec in my resume . I think it is enough .
Nothing much . I'm just relaxing today . Why ? What's going on ?
I was thinking about heading to the mall . Do you want to go ?
Are they having a sale ?
Yeah . Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale . It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on .
That sounds great . Where should we meet ?
I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes .
Sounds good . See you there .
What do you think about these shoes ?
They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ?
No . Not really .
This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design .
I bet it's expensive .
It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ?
For 80 bucks it looks great . Go try it on .
I ' m very well , thank you .
that ' s good to hear . Shall we get started ? I see from your application form that you ' Ve worked as a maintenance man for over 7 years .
yes , that ' s true .
what kind of work did you do ?
I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems .
That ' s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ?
I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building .
well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ' Ve ever had , please .
the best job ? What do you mean ?
like the job you feel the most proud of .
I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people .
Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of .
I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it .
that ' s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question .
Go ahead , please .
in all the jobs you ' Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ?
wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things .
all right . Do you have any questions ?
no . I can ' t think of any right now .
you ' ll hear from us by the end of this week .
thank you very much . I ' m looking forward to hearing from you about this job .
I don't think so . I think the government should do everything it can to discourage people from smoking .
Maybe so . But a law banning cigarettes would do no good .
No . You can't suddenly make smoking illegal . But the government could prohibit smoking in public places like cinemas and theaters .
I can't . I've got to attend a meeting in London .
I'm really going to miss you . Take care of yourself .
I will .
I really like the straight legs .
But they aren't very fashionable . What about these ?
I don't like the way they sag down . I feel like I have plumber butt in them .
That's the style ! You just wear boxers .
What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ?
You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants !
If you ask me , it's a walking invitation !
I am just looking , thank you ... Excuse me . Can you tell me where I can buy a pair of shoes ?
It's on the fourth floor .
Thank you .
Let me see . Are dimes and quarters OK ?
I want to make a long distance phone call .
Then you'll need small change .
Why tell me ? She has nothing to do with me !
I thought you wanted to know more about her .
No , I couldn't care less !
Thank you . Good evening , Mr . Dean .
Would you tell us your name , please ?
I'm Helen Baker .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
I have had a low fever these days .
Don't worry . I'll write you a prescription for a new medicine that works wonders .
Thank you , doctor .
You do ?
Yeah , those classics from the great writers .
But I find Japanese ones better .
I wish it could be Germany . But it seems they are not in a very good conditions .
No , they aren't . They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack ' s header in the final three minutes . Just think , group A consists of Austria , China , and Saudi Arabia , all of which are minnows .
It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event . Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times . Oh . my goodness ! I'm afraid the team is under a spell .
Well , at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield . They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria . And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense . I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later .
I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes .
That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals .
Yes . They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline , especially in vital , decisive encounters .
I just broke up with a girl . Why didn't she understand that I loved her ?
I'm sorry to hear that . What's your conflict ?
I don't know . She always said I didn't love her , but I did .
Did you think about talking to her again ? Maybe she is waiting for your call .
I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet .
Come on , guy . Maybe she isn't your right person .
I have just left school , but I am well acquainted with office work .
Why are you qualified for this position ?
Since leaving school , I have attended typewriting and shorthand classes , and have now attained a speed of fifty and ninety works respectively .
What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst ?
I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis .
What job-related skills do you have ?
I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language .
What size do you need ?
25 mm diameter .
They're at the back of the stores , second shelf up on the right-hand side .
Thanks . Have you got any light bulbs ?
They're in the blue cupboard . Anything else ?
Oh yes , some wire cutters .
I ' ll need to check . Sorry , we don ' t have any in stock . But I can order some and send through the order today . How many do you need ?
Just one pair .
Fine . They should be here the day after tomorrow .
From mid-November , snow started to pile up in Ottawa .
I think I will be adapted to it .
Although the weather here is very cold , the people are warm .
Yes , that's the reason why I remain here .
I feel confident of his ability to cure my daughter's disease .
How can you be so sure ?
I can tell from the way he spoke to us .
Never believe his words .
Yes . Go straight ahead till you come to the traffic lights , turn left there and it's the first turning on the right .
Straight ahead to the traffic lights , left and then right .
That's it . It'll take you about five minutes .
Thank you very much .
I ordered dinner about forty minutes ago . It hasn ' t been delivery yet .
We are sorry for the delay , ma ' am . Could you hold the line , please ? I ' ll check your order .
Okay .
Your order is ready . It ' s on the way to your room . We ' re very sorry to have you waiting , Ma ' am .
That ' s okay .
I'm going to a disco with my friends .
That sounds like fun . Have a good time .
Of course not .
That's really kind of you .
I'm afraid I don't know how to use your camera .
Well , it's an automatic camera . You just press the button .
I see .
Thanks a lot .
Yes . I'd like to change some money , please .
All right . How much would you like to change ?
Let me see . I think maybe 600 USD at least .
Pardon ?
Six hundred US dollars .
I'm sorry , sir , after 7
But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ?
I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it .
It's just too bad . I have to leave it as it is , and thank you just the same .
Good morning , John !
I want to have a few friends over for a dinner party to celebrate my birthday . Would you be able to come the next weekend on Saturday ?
I'd be delighted to , John . Saturday did you say ?
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
There're many things I can do on weekends .
What sort of things are you interested in ?
I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots . More often than not , I go with some of my friends . By the way , what are your favorites ?
I love swimming and cycling . On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour . In the afternoon , I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours .
That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ?
Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ?
I'm fond of dancing .
Good . You really know how to enjoy yourself .
Sure , go ahead .
Could you tell me where the canteen is ?
Sure , I can take you there actually .
Oh , I don't want to trouble you .
It's fine . I was heading there anyway .
I took them from a travel agency . Look at those nice pictures , lash forest , palm fringed , white sand beaches , crystal blue ocean , they ' re breath-taking . It is like paradise on earth .
That ' s why it ' s become a very popular holiday destination these years . Someone told me the service there is very good too . Are you planning to spend the holiday there ?
Yes , I ' m thinking about signing up for a tour in the travel agency . Their next tour starts the same time as my holiday does next month .
How many days is the tour ?
10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ' t that great ?
That ' s a perfect plan . Enjoy yourself .
Sorry . You know the rules .
But I want to watch TV now .
That ' s out of the question .
Please .
Not a chance .
Not even for an hour ?
Sorry , it ' s impossible .
Is he beating Mark ' s time ?
She is indeed well . But she would not give anyone a tumble , you bet .
Sure , Emily . We haven't done that in a while .
Yeah ... actually , we haven't hung out at all recently . You seem sort of under the weather . Is there something going on ?
Well , keep this under your hat , but I think I'm going to quit after New Year .
Quit this company ? Oh ... wow .
I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ...
One of the best in the company .
That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all .
Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ?
That's one way of putting it . For me , a job needs to stimulate my brain , otherwise it becomes a daily drudgery .
I was wondering if you guys also tailor clothes ?
Sure we do ! We have the best tailors in the country ! What is it that you need exactly ?
Well , I ' m looking to get a custom-made suit .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
No , thank you , I am not interested .
Please ma ' am , if you could spare five minutes of your time , I am sure we could find something that interests you !
I wish I could , but I have to walk the dog and finish cooking so if you would excuse me .
We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking ! This one for example , is a bi monthly publication with recipes from all over the world !
Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ?
Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas !
Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications .
You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters !
That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ?
Well , I also have ...
No , thanks . I'm just looking .
You look great ! However , I think you are a little over dressed for dinner .
Didn't they say we're going to the Ritz ?
Yes , but not the Ritz Carlton , the " Ritz " is a pizza place with peanut shells on the floor .
In that case , let me make a quick change into my street clothes .
I'll wait right here for you Superman .
Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz !
Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit ?
I want to return this video .
Is that all you need ?
I also need to check these books out .
Anything else ?
That ' s everything .
I need your library card .
I have it . Here you go .
Do you need anything else ?
That ' s everything .
Your books are due back two weeks from today .
Thank you . Good night .
Really ? I thought he loved his wife very much .
Yeah . But his relation with Sallycome to a sticky end and was found by his wife .
He deserved it .
I don't think dieting is good for you . It's much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with !
But what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ?
They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke .
That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
You !
What are you talking about ? What did I do ?
You told Martha that I was on a date ? What was that all about ?
No ... that's not what I meant . I didn't mean that . She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara . I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends .
She started feeling suspicious after you said that .
I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up .
Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you .
Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends .
Don't bother .
I am so sorry to hear that sir , let me check and see what is available , what room are you in now ?
I ' m on the 6th floor , room 698 , I ' v had many problems with that room , just this morning , I called someone up to fix the light fixture in the bathroom , it didn ' t work , and it still doesn ' t work .
Oh , dear , well , it looks like we have a few rooms available , can I put you into a room on the 17th floor ? It has a balcony and it doesn ' t face the highway .
Ok , that would be very nice ! What do I need to do to transfer ?
Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 .
Mmm , I don ' t think the charges are right , can you explain them please ?
Sure . My number is 545-8897 , and I live at 908 Mulbury Street .
That ' s 545-8897 and your mailing address is 908 Mulbury Street . The zip code is 20310 , right ?
That ' s right .
May I see your passbook .
Here you are .
This is a sizable sum . Is there any reason you are closing your account with us Mr . Lee ?
I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account .
I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ' s approval .
No problem . I ' ll wait over there .
Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there .
No , thanks . Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash .
Don't be so dramatic . You're such a baby . Now sit down and finish your soup .
OK , OK .
And when we get back from the doctor's , you'll gargle again .
Maybe I'll run away first .
Well , the only free food on the streets is from a soup kitchen , and their soup isn't as tasty as mine !
OK , but do you want to talk to your wife if she calls ?
Yes , I'll talk to her .
All right .
Sorry . We don't have a printed one . Is there anything else I can do for you ?
Yes . Do you have any direct flight to Tokyo ?
Sorry , we don't . I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo .
What about a flight to Paris ?
Yes . It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday .
That's nice of you .
Could I treat you to dinner tonight ?
Wonderful .
You need to eat healthy foods and avoid unhealthy foods .
Sometimes I don ' t know what the best foods are .
Fresh fruits and vegetables are important , along with protein and whole grains .
What things should I avoid ?
You don ' t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar .
Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ?
Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop .
How about having a beer on the weekend ?
Less than a serving of alcohol a day can actually be good for you . Do not overdo it !
I'm a teacher .
Really ? I thought the exhibition showed that he had real talent . What did you think of it ?
I liked it . I didn ' t think his works were masterpieces , but the certainly weren ' t uninspiring , in my opinion .
I don ' t think I ' Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ' t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ?
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use will rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
Fine , thank you . How are you doing this morning ?
Not bad . How about you ? Haven't seen you for a long time .
Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
I'm just trying to complete today's crossword puzzle . Whenever I get the time , I like to do the crossword puzzles in the paper .
you really like brains that make you think , don't you ?
I guess you could say that . What kind of games do you like ?
I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at !
doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ?
well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours .
did you play a lot of games when you were little ?
my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend .
do you still like playing those games ?
not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ?
everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games .
some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ?
no , I prefer to play with people I know .
how about mah-jong ?
it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it .
I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong !
I hate to disappoint you , but unlike what most people think , we aren't all exactly the same !
It's the new neighbor . I hate her guts .
I've never seen you so worked up . what did she do to you ?
She made another white crack about my clothes .
Are you sure she was trying to put you down ?
Of course , I am sure .
You shall go easy on her . she is new here .
Just how am I supposed to do that ?
You shall just take it in surprise .
I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons .
Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ?
I am not . she is no picnic .
Well . if you think I can help , let me know .
Thanks , Serena .
It's quite good . I will take it .
Sure . We can deliver it to your home .
Well . I am a traveler from China . Would you please mail to China ?
Of course . You have to fill out the form first .
What is it ?
Well , you know how I've been working at the Economist as a proof-reader , right ?
Yes .
Well , the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for him .
Really ? That's fantastic ! Will you get a chance to do any writing ?
She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back .
Wow ! That's really great news . How often does the magazine come out ?
It's a monthly magazine , but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly .
Are you looking forward to doing more editing work ?
Yes , but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again !
Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine ?
I don't have any with me , but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you .
I'm really looking forward to reading your column .
Me , too . Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news ?
Sure , where would you like to go ?
Perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop .
What about the twill ? It washes well and won't lose shape .
What about the cotton one ?
Well , it's cheap and actually the color fades easily when washed .
Yes , I was . I was almost an hour late .
What did you say to your boss ?
I said I was terribly sorry . But he said it was quite all right .
Your boss was really nice .
No , he didn't scold me because he was late , too .
Yes , I'd like to buy a color TV .
We carry products from three large manufacturers and some imported ones , too . Do you have a specific model in mind ?
No . Which one do you recommend ?
This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture .
Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set .
Which brand do you prefer ?
Sky worth .
OK . Come with me , please .
No , not very much . He's too ambitious and dishonest .
I agree . I like his brother Paul . They are not alike .
Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy !
You're right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Today is Thursday .
What's the date today ?
Today is May first , 2003 .
Oh , today's International Labour Day . Is it our working day ?
Well , I don't think so .
Forgive me , sir , I haven't been told what the problem is .
I'm about to be swept away by millions of cockroaches !
My apologies , sir . We'll transfer you to a new room at once and give you a full refund .
Thank you . I didn't want to have to take this to court .
Sir , we never want a guest to stay here mad or unhappy .
I'm OK .
I want to make an omelet , so actually this is really silly , I've never made one before . How do you make an omelet ?
Well , I can teach you how I make them , which is the same way my father and grandmother make them , which is a little special .
OK . Yeah ! Yeah !
First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan .
Oh , OK . Wow !
OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese .
Wow . That sounds really good .
Happy birthday to you ! I'd really love to come , but I'm not sure right now . I'll try to make it . Thank you for your invitation .
Very well . We have some fresh red roses .
How much are the roses ?
$ 20 per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Yes , I am . Could I have the bill , please ?
Here is your bill . 150 yuan in all .
Do you accept check ?
No , I'm sorry we don't . We accept credit cards and cash .
Well , I'd like to pay by cash .
OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change .
Thanks .
My pleasure . Welcome to our restaurant next time .
What is over ?
Our relationship . I mean my friend and I ...
Any reasons ?
The cause is another boy .
Oh , that ' s too bad .
I didn't make the soccer team .
Cheer up ! It's not the end of the world .
Yes , sir , let me show you the table . This way please .
Well , we would like to sit over there . Is that all right ?
Of course .
Sure . Where shall I begin ?
Where did you go to university ?
I went to the university of Ohio , in America .
What degree did you get ?
I got a bachelor ' s degree .
What was your major ?
I majored in English and minored in Chinese .
What was you G . P . A ?
I graduated with honors . I had a 3 . 9 .
Do you plan to pursue further education ?
Yes . I ' d like to obtain a master ' s degree in international relations .
When do you think you will do that ?
After I have 3-4 years of work experience .
I see .
Oh , hey ...
What are you doing in this neighbourhood ? Do you live around here ?
Actually , my office is right around the corner .
It was great to meet you last week at the conference . I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment .
Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ' s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion .
Sure , you still have my contact details , right ?
You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ?
Sure , my name is Ana Ferris . Don ' t worry about it . it happens to me all the time . I ' m terrible with names too .
Oh , hi Stacy .
How was your summer vacation ?
I worked over the summer at a restaurant . Have to make tuition money , right ? What did you do ?
I took summer school . I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up .
So are you officially a junior now ?
Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same .
That makes sense . So where is Nicole ?
She dropped out of school completely .
Really ? Why ?
She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time .
Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job .
It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer .
Do you know how much they are paying her ?
I don't know . But I bet it must have been a good offer , or she wouldn't have accepted it .
Thank you . I just got this outfit the other day .
Really , where did you get it ?
I got it from Macy's .
It's really nice .
Thanks again . You look nice today , too .
Thank you . I just got these shoes today .
Really ? What kind of shoes are they ?
These are called All Star Chuck Taylors .
I really like those . How much did they cost ?
They were about forty dollars .
I think I'm going to go buy myself a pair .
What ? Are you sure about that ?
Yeah , he is going to move next month .
Where is he going ?
He is going to Canada and to live with his son .
What a pity !
Why did you say that ? It's a good thing for him to live with his son .
I know that . But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour . You know I always appreciate Tom's company .
Me too . But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future .
eyes , you sent them to New York , right ?
That's right . I thought I'd come back to buy a few more souvenirs .
What did you have in mind ?
Well , first , I'd like to buy a few postcards . My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere . I want to do that , too .
We have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters .
Posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice .
Yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you .
How much do they cost ?
The prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ?
Yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle .
Here you go .
I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate .
Are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift ?
Yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate .
We've got plenty to choose from here .
They look delicious . I think she'll be pleased .
He's a sad dog . He came to the wedding in jeans !
I don't think so . He only had no common sense .
I'm afraid I'm going to the gym for a workout .
How long have you been there ?
I began to went there last month .
Is there any change ?
Well , I think I'm in better condition now .
Really ? Is it tiring ?
It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up .
I want to go there , too . Can I ?
Of course , yes .
Yes , I've been given so much , that I simply don't know what to do with it all .
Well , these are for internal use . You take a packet each time . Four times a day .
What about these ?
They're painkillers . You take one tablet when you feel a pain , but not more than once within four hours .
I see . Thank you , doctor .
Yeah , I think it will be wonderful .
It says on the bottle here that you can have two refills .
Yes , I need to refill it today .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
I am dead tired and I can't walk any further .
Oh , I am sorry , I thought you were not .
Why don't we stop and have a rest here ?
Fine . Actually I am a little tired too . Want some water ?
Do you have a sales slip ?
Here it is .
Sorry , things on sale are not allowed to be refunded or exchanged .
Oh , but this pair of shoes are a bit too tight . Could I change them for something bigger ?
All right . Wait a minute .
He is really terrific !
He was very clever when he was a boy .
Does it work ?
I don ' t know . The report says it is better than the old vaccines .
Don ' t count on it . I think the best way to prevent AIDS is to keep yourself clean by having clean sex and keeping a regular sex partner .
Right . That ' s why doctor say AIDS prevention means cleanness .
well , the costumes and the set are marvellous , but the acting is a bit stiff . What do you think ?
I think you're being a little critical . The actor in the lead role is fantastic . I suppose the chorus could be a bit better , though .
do you know anyone in the play ?
actually , the woman playing Ophelia is a past classmate of mine .
really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ?
that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great .
so you've seen other plays that he's directed ?
quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ?
sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ?
I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school .
what did you do ?
I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ?
I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much .
why not ?
I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat .
that sounds kind of boring . Oh , look . They're dimming the lights . I think we should get back to our seats for the second half of the play .
I just had a complete physical examination and passed with flying colors .
That is good . We hope each of our future employees will be healthy and happy .
I understand that .
Don't forger to come straight home after school .
I know , mom .
Have you got everything ?
Oh , my jump rope . Mom , can you get it for me ?
OK , go ahead--what is the excuse THIS time ?
Actually , I did it , but then it got lost .
Could you have gotten it done at another time ?
Yes , I could .
You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up ?
I'll make it up early next week .
That would work , but don't let it happen again .
I'll try .
That will solve it then . Let's work hard to not let it happen again .
Yes , reading is my hobby .
What kind of books do you like to read most ?
Many kinds of books . When I was a child in elementary school , I enjoyed reading fables and science fiction . When I became to a teenager at middle school , I was interested in detective mystery stories . Now I like reading romance stories .
Are you in love ?
Why ?
People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories .
Well , maybe .
Is he ? He ' s never been healthy .
When I went to see him yesterday , he looked rather pale .
I ' m afraid he won ' t make old bones .
Park in the visitors ' car park in front of the factory and then go to the gatehouse . It's directly opposite the entrance to the car park . The Security people will sign you in and give you a visitor's badge . My assistant will come down to meet you .
OK , thanks . Look forward to seeing you on Friday , then .
How much is it for each square meter ? How large is the apartment ?
It's 7500 yuan per square meter , and I really like the one with three bedrooms and a large living room . Its total area is about 80 square meters .
That surely will cost you a lot of money . Are you going to make a full payment ?
Do you think I am rich enough to make it ? I am thinking about buying the apartment by installments . The real estate agency says if I pay a 25 % down payment , I can move in at once .
If sounds so tempting . Why not go applying for a loan from the bank ? They charge very low interest , so you can choose whether to pay up the balance in 10 or 20 years .
I'm going to New York to visit my sister . She is in art school . I've never been to New York before . I'm kind of scared .
Why ?
Well , I know a lot of people have guns there . I think maybe it isn't too safe .
Don't worry about it . Your sister lives there . She probably knows the places in town you shouldn't go . It ' s true there are some dangerous places in big American cities . But if your sister lives there , she must know the city pretty well already .
Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little .
Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York . What things do you want to see ?
I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot .
The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there .
Hmm . I hope not .
Good morning , nurse . I want to see the dentist , please .
Do you have an appointment ?
No , I don't .
Is it urgent ?
Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache .
Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ?
I must see the dentist now , nurse .
The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ?
That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ?
I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ?
I can wait , but my toothache can't !
He's out of John's hands . Nothing he can do about such a black sheep .
If I were him , I would give him a good talking-to . I would insist on his stopping fooling around like that .
Stephany said she would go out with me .
I thought mom said no dating till you are 16 .
That ' s in one month , and besides , this is a group date with all of our friends .
All of your friends , what are you planning to do ?
We ' re going fishing .
What a party ! I hope you don ' t expect the girls to fish .
These girls are different , they are not wimpy .
I think it is good if we know enough about career planning . We will make wiser choices . What else did he tell you about it ?
Well , just something in general , like several key steps in planning career and how to set specific and tenable goals .
Sounds practical ! To be honest , sometimes I feel puzzled about my future career . I am not sure if this job suits me the best though I work very hard on it and enjoy being a hard worker . I have always wanted to try something else and learn some new skills .
Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do . It seems that you need this course more than I do . I love my current job . If I take this course , I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work . If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships , that will be great . I need these to improve my current work performance .
Ok , then we can sign up for it together .
It was a real red letter day for you .
Yeah . We rolled out the red carpet to welcome him home .
Yes . What a good job we have done !
Why are so many extra gifts left here ?
Many customers didn't want them .
How about giving them to that old man ?
Good idea .
By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ?
I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today .
I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper .
But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around .
That's true .
Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home .
Okay . How tiring the job is !
Yes , I'd like to change Australian dollars for RIB .
How much do you want to change ?
I am not sure . What's the rate today ?
It's 1 Australian dollar to 6 . 1 Yuan RIB .
What was the rate yesterday ?
The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6 . 5 Yuan yesterday .
Oh , the rate goes down .
It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ?
Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ?
I don't know , sir . But it won't change much .
Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB .
Okay . Please sign here in this form .
OK .
Here is the 6,100 RIB .
Thank you very much .
Good afternoon , Mr . Green .
Is he in ?
I'm sorry , but he's not in , he's gone out on business .
Oh ! I just drop in on him for a chat .
Please come in for a cup of coffee .
No , thank you . Please tell him to phone me when he comes back .
For your high blood pressure , we have several choices of medications .
What types of drugs can I try ?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps you with water retention .
What about side effects from that medication ?
Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication .
Do I only need to take that one drug ?
I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor .
What can I expect when I take that medication ?
You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough .
I wish to buy a diamond ring .
How many carats diamond do you want ?
Two carats .
Is this one suit for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned .
What about this ?
Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Yes , try this one please .
This fits me well , how much is it ?
3,500 yuan .
It's reasonable . Here you are .
It must be Kate .
No , I don't think you're right . Kate never does things like that . It must be a naughty boy who did it .
What do you want to speak to me about ?
I want to talk about this year ' s election .
Oh , you do ?
I am volunteering for the campaign .
What made you decide to volunteer ?
I want to be a part of history .
Good for you .
Do you plan on voting ?
I will be voting .
You should try and make it early to your polling place .
Thanks for letting me know .
We can take a bus there .
Does this bus go there ?
I think so .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
Yes . You've done a good job . But there's one thing . You should narrow down your topic .
What about water pollution instead of pollution ?
Well done !
I'm very sorry , sir . I'll bring you a cloth immediately .
Yes , and hurry up !
I'd like to apologize for my carelessness . May I clean it up for you ?
No , I'll do it myself .
Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ?
I should think so , too !
I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble .
Yes , and please be more careful in the future !
I will , sir . I'm really very sorry .
That's OK .
No problem . Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you're good to go .
That's a problem . My laptop has no Ethernet port , it's wireless only .
Hmm . Well , we have some alternatives , if you're interested .
Go ahead . I'm all ears .
We have a computer lab on the first floor .
That's great ! How much is it ?
It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course .
Okay . What about the other alternatives ?
You could use your wireless right here in our lobby .
Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ?
Well , we don't have a printer in the lobby yet . You'll have to use the lab .
Don't worry , but my clothes are made of leathers .
Really ? That's wonderful !
Thank you for your warning .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
I'm looking . Can you still remember what the conductor said ?
She said that when we get off the bus , the Book Building is right by the bus stop .
But I don't see it .
Oh , Dad , look at the sign , please !
Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey .
OK , Dad , it happens .
It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ?
Come on , I'm too tired !
OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi .
Sure , I promise .
If you keep your promise , I will also let you watch Ultraman this evening .
I want to return this video .
Is that all you need ?
I also need to check this magazine out .
You ' re not allowed to do that .
I don ' t understand .
It ' s our policy .
What can I check out ?
Only books or videos .
I need this magazine .
You will have to read it here .
That ' s weird .
Yes . Table tennis is probably the most popular .
I expect all Chinese can play table tennis .
Most anyway .
Do you like playing table tennis ?
Yes , I like . But I can't play it well .
Are indoor sports popular ?
Basketball and swimming are very popular .
Really ? I like playing basketball , too .
We can play together if you are free .
That's great .
I felt as if I had been in a different world .
And I was overwhelmed by this scene , too .
There are 3 secretarial categories here . One is receptionist , one is junior secretary , and the other is senior secretary .
What sort of duties do you expect ?
I would like to be able to work independently and take over some ordinary responsibilities such as answering routine correspondences , taking phone calls , and sometimes assisting you with personal business affairs .
Let me check the computer . Uh-oh , Looks like your luggage is on its way to Paris .
You ' re kidding . What am I going to do ?
Well , we can give you this lovely shaving kit and call you the minute your luggage arrives here . Just leave us a contact number .
You can reach me at 13661306917 .
Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . There wasn ' t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage .
Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ' re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully .
I ' Ve had a lot worse problems than this traveling so it ' s really no big deal .
Just fill out this form , will you ?
OK . Here .
How would you like it ?
Five tens , five fives and the rest in ones , please .
Here you are . Thank you .
Yes .
I am calling to inform you that you have passed the first two rounds of interview . Could you please come for the final round ? It is scheduled on the morning of next Monday 10AM in the HR manager office .
Thank you for calling me . I will be there on time .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
Sure . Have you checked the weather report ?
Yes . It says it will be sunny all day . No sign of rain at all . This is your father's favorite sausage . Sandwiches for you and Daniel .
No , thanks Mom . I'd like some toast and chicken wings .
Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me .
Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket .
All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ?
Yes , madam .
Ask Daniel to give you a hand ?
No , mom , I can manage it by myself . His help just causes more trouble .
What is it ?
Open this card and read .
A trip to China for summer vacation . Wow ! What a wonderful surprise ! Thank you . This is the best surprise I've ever had .
Is there any particular size that you want ?
Well , I cook a lot of big meals .
What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 " pan .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
Mike , this is Leo in Sales . I was just calling to confirm our meeting tomorrow . Are we still on ?
Goodness ! It ' s been so long I actually forgot . Let me see ... yes , it is on my calendar .
OK . See you at your office at 2:30 .
Right , see you then !
He's late again . Traffic is probably holding him up . You know , he commutes from the suburbs . It's not easy commuting every day . We should cut him some slack .
Even though the traffic is bumper-to-bumper out there , I don't think it's heavy traffic that makes Bill late . He takes the train , remember ?
Oh , that's right . Well , the train shouldn't be late . That means there is only one explanation ... Bill must have overslept .
Well , to be fare , since he's coming all the way from Lancaster , he's got to get up much earlier than the rest of us . He must get start on his commute about six thirty , no telling what time he actually gets up .
That's right , because he's got to get to the train station from his house , then take the blue line into the city , then switch trains to the red line . In all , the trip's got to take more than 2 hours .
Why doesn't he just drive to work ?
It's too difficult to park your car in the city . Also , the traffic coming in from the suburbs is a nightmare .
Good afternoon , I'm looking for Mr . Alert Li .
Oh , I'm sorry . Mr . Li is in a meeting right now . Can I take a message ?
Sure . This is Nigel Smith his personal banker . Could you ask him to return my call ?
Nigel Smith . Does he have your number , Mr . Smith ?
It's 2781703 1 .
2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message .
Thanks so much , bye .
Hi , Mary . Lily wanted me to buy her some things for the party .
What do you think of the traffic today ?
It ' s pretty bad .
Yeah . You can say that again . It ' s noisy too .
I am glad I did not drive a car .
Hello , Jack . It ' s Mary . What are you doing in your office ?
I ' m working . I often work late on Thursday . I ' m busy this week .
Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ?
Tomorrow ? No , I am afraid I won ' t be able to . I ' m going on business to Birmingham .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ' ll be at her birthday party .
What do you say next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ' s make it next Wednesday .
Okay . Bye .
Bye .
It doesn't matter . I just feel a little dizzy .
Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep ?
I don't know .
Hello , may I speak to Mrs Smith ?
This is Mrs Smith , may I have your name ?
This is Sun , and I interviewed with you yesterday .
Hello , Mr . Sun .
I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me , as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Well , thank you for your time and consideration again .
You are welcome .
Glad to tell you . The price of CPU is 300 dollars .
It's rather too high . If you can make it cheaper , we will be able to place large orders continuously .
If you order a large amount , we can give you a discount .
Well , can you explain it to me ?
The price of CPU is 260 dollars above 1,000 Units .
Can you reduce more ?
I'm sorry , but to be frank , considering exploiting the market in your country , we have already supplied you at very low preferential price .
In that case , we have to stop ordering if a reduction can't be made . Please reconsider .
It is so hard to deal with .
If you can give us a more reduction , We'd be able to give you an order on the spot .
This price is the best we can make .
Get in , please . Where to , madam ?
The international airport , please . I have to be there by 8
I can't promise anything , but I'll try my best .
Oh , that's my stop . How much do I need to pay ?
That'll be 10 dollars , please .
Thanks a lot . here .
Follow this road and turn right at the second intersection . It'll be right there .
Is it far ?
No , it should only take you about 15 minutes by foot .
Thank you .
How terrible ! This is quite unexpected !
Yesterday when I went to hospital to see her , you cannot imagine how greatly surprised when I saw her .
What happened ?
Because of atomic cocktail and other medicines , all of them have the side effect . she has lost all her hair .
Oh , dear !
What's the matter ?
It's not what I asked for .
What's wrong with it ?
It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it .
This is a pity !
I had no idea when I volunteered to assist governor Brown with this campaign what I was getting myself into .
Hang in there . The hardest part is just about over .
How Ay years have you been working with him ?
About 15 . I've seen him work hard for a lot of good changes .
It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters .
Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ?
He would be good .
Yep . The steaks and chicken are marinated and I also bought hamburger buns .
We should also cook a couple dozen hot dogs and kebabs .
Yeah , good idea . We can put some lawn furniture outside next to the grill . I also set up the tent outside so we can hide from the sun if it gets too hot .
Great ! I asked Grace to bring cups and serviettes as she is also bringing two big coolers for the beers .
This is gonna be a great barbecue !
We are going to the national park .
Really ? I have heard there are many famous national park in the US , which one exactly ?
The Yellow Rock National Park .
That's wonderful . I will see the Old Faithful for myself .
Yes , you can take a limo , a tour bus or just walk .
I don't think we can visit the city in one day just by walking . How much does the limo cost ?
$ 50 a day .
I've got a headache .
I'm sorry to hear that . Anything I can do for you ?
No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes .
Oh , about two years now .
Where do your parents live ?
They still live in Shanghai where I was born .
Do you write or call them very much ?
Yes , I try to keep in touch with them .
I think we'll send you a letter next week , if you are wanted , or we may give you a call . By the way , have you got a telephone ?
Yes , my office phone number is 373 ... 36 .
What's the best time to call you , then ?
Between four and five in the afternoon .
Thank you for coming , Miss Yang .
The pleasure is mine . It's been nice talking with you . Goodbye .
An outlet carries cheap cashmere sweaters .
That's a good idea !
I've always had good luck at outlets .
Thank you for the suggestion .
I hope you find a nice sweater .
150 pounds .
Do put yourself on a diet , otherwise you'll be too fat .
I can't bear eating less .
Well , I just came in . I worked overtime yesterday . Some statistics and very important documents seemed to be inaccurate . So I stayed to double check them . The boss was aware of my very late work of last night . So before he left office , he told me I could come one hour later this morning .
But you still look a little bit tired . What time did you leave ?
It was around 1 thirty in the morning . I guess I didn ' t fall asleep till 3 because those numbers were involving in my mind . I just couldn ' t stop thinking about them .
That ' s normal after a tense work evening . Working overtime is not always a pleasant experience for me either . Once , I worked overtime everyday for a whole week including the weekend . That really broke my rhythm and I got a little sick later .
Working at weekend is something I hate to do most .
But if the company asks , what else can we do ?
Yes , Would you like to have the seats in the front or at the back ?
In the front , please .
Which airport , ma'am ?
Kennedy Airport .
All right , ma'am . Need any help with your luggage ?
Thank you , but I'd rather keep this case with me .
Yes , you are supposed to meet the president at ten fifteen this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Clark . And this afternoon at three you are scheduled to speak before a group of seminar participants .
Do you have the meeting report ready ?
Certainly .
' All-you-can-eat ' dinner special .
I don't like to .
Do you care for seafood ?
Yes , I'm very fond of seafood .
Which seafood do you prefer ?
I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber .
Is there anything else you would like to have ?
Bring me an assorted cold dish , please .
Would you care for beverage ?
No , thanks . I'm fine .
What would you like to drink ?
A bottle of champagne .
Really ?
Yes . So you'd better dress warmly before you go out .
I will . Thanks for telling me .
Thanks , honey . It's great to be back .
So , how was your trip to Thailand ?
I had a terrific working relationship with my boss , even though we are very different people . Because I've had a number of bosses , I've come to realize that to make things work , you have to understand what's important to your boss . Then you have to do everything you can to support him ( or her ) . It's natural to think about your own agenda first , but if you help your boss , Ifs likely to move your agenda ahead at the same time . My last boss was great in that regard , she appreciated my efforts and rewarded me when I helped her accomplish her goals .
What do you think is important in your work ?
Many are important -- intelligence , diligence , information and planning . But the most important , I think , is achieving results .
He is a teacher , but he makes a little money on the side by repairing cars in his free time .
He can repair cares ? I cannot believe it .
Believe me , he is the first-class .
That is true . I hope it doesn't rain .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I wish it was a nicer day today .
That is true . I hope it doesn't rain .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
Sure , I have . Will you join ?
I will . You know , as a newcomer , I think it might be a good opportunity to get to know people from the other departments of our company in a more relaxed atmosphere .
You are right . Our company ' s Christmas party has always been an amazing occasion for everybody to relax and get to know each other better . It is also a time to make new friends and do some networking .
I hope that it is not a formal one when the boss is there .
No , it will not be formal at all . It is a fun time . You will love the game show . Please dress casually . Usually there is an over abandon of drinks , so be careful with that .
Don ' t worry , I can handle that . And I know if the boss is there , even it is an informal evening , it does not make a good impression to get totally drunk in front of him .
I see a problem .
What ' s the problem ?
I noticed that the faucet in the kitchen is leaking .
That ' s no big deal .
It ' s going to be a problem when my water bill comes .
What do you want me to do about it ?
I would like you to fix the problem .
I won ' t be able to do that right now .
Well , I won ' t be able to rent the apartment until the problem is fixed .
Fine , I ' ll have it fixed for you .
I ' m happy that we ' Ve come to an agreement .
What ' s it for ?
It ' s for a book .
Oh , that ' s a nice idea . Well , it ' s fine if you take our picture .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
Thanks a lot . That's the favor I was going to ask you for .
The pleasure is mine .
Not rally . 200 years ago , it was just a small insignificant village .
How did it grow into such a large place ?
Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here . The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre .
As the city grew , it must have absorbed many village nearby .
Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city .
I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ?
Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too .
Really ? So your city does have some old history after all .
They are actually fairly straightforward . Do you know where the blanks are kept ?
Yes , I already have one .
OK , well after you take one out of that second drawer , you put your name on the top . Do you see ?
I am kind of confused .
Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ?
I'm not quite sure .
Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ?
No , I have no idea what you are talking about .
It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box .
Thanks for your help .
Try it and if you can't do it , one of us can always help you later .
I'm doing well . How about you ?
Never better , thanks .
So how have you been lately ?
I've actually been pretty good . You ?
I'm actually in school right now .
Which school do you attend ?
I'm attending PCC right now .
Are you enjoying it there ?
It's not bad . There are a lot of people there .
Good luck with that .
Thanks .
I like it . It makes the city feel alive . I like all the different colors and I like the billboards with eye-catching pictures and slogans .
I think that there are too many of them . I think that companies spend far too much money on advertising . They should have lower prices instead . Then they would see more .
I see your point , but if companies didn ' t spend money on advertising , no one would hear about their products . I agree that some form of advertising can be annoying . I don ' t like it when people try to give you leaflets with information about products you have no intention of buying .
I really hate receiving spam . I also dislike having to listen to advertisements and jingles when they are broadcast in stores or on the subway .
Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ' t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign .
I like that too . I don ' t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ' t buy a certain product , you ' re not cool or modern or efficient or something .
That kind of advertising seems to be very common with brand name products . They are always trying to maintain brand loyalty .
Hi , Clyde . This is my friend , Wen . She's visiting from UCLA .
Clyde Smith . Pleasure to meet you . May I treat you ladies to dinner ?
OK ! I was just tellin ' Wen about African-American food .
You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws , were you ? Well , my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff . We have refined French tastes .
Hey ! That " stuff " is my grandma's cooking , and it's good !
What can I do for you today ?
I have an issue with my schedule .
Tell me the problem .
I have two classes on here that are at the same time .
Oh , I see .
Can you change that for me ?
Do you still want both classes ?
Yes , I would like to keep both classes .
I'll try to change one to a different day .
I would greatly appreciate that .
I think something must be done .
Yeah . We should have more roads built .
I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems .
Yeah , it is ! Why is it so expensive ?
It ' s because of good quality and the fine design .
I don ' t think it ' s worth that money .
Anyhow , this dress is really elegant .
Yes , please have a seat , and we ' ll discuss this right now .
I hope that they accepted the counter-offer .
The counter-offer was acceptable to them , but they want you to pay for the home inspection .
Will the home inspection cost me a lot ?
It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars .
Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ?
Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find .
How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ?
Let ' s call them right now . I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection .
I'd be glad to . What is it ?
Yes , I do .
Let's go to a ETV tonight .
But I can't sing it well .
It doesn't matter . No one will laugh at you .
OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ?
What about six ?
It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ?
OK . Let's make it .
I don't mind at all .
All right . Are you married ?
To tell you the truth , I'm not married . I'm still single .
Then , when do you plan to get married ?
I don't know . It ' s still up in tha air .
Oh , you are so efficient . I thought you might give it to me tomorrow . Thanks .
You ' re welcome . You know , these days I have been reflecting on my biggest weakness procrastination . The more I think about it , the more I hate myself for being so disorganized . I decided to change the situation as soon as possible . Otherwise I will be more regretful later .
This is encouraging news , good for you ! What is your solution , then ?
The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities . It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place .
Sounds not bad ! Better performance isn ' t just about doing a lot more . It is about focusing on the right things to do .
Why ? I'd like to see what's on that channel .
A lecture on how to make stir-fried ginger beef , not the boxing you like .
I prefer boxing to beef .
Of course , where do you want me to stand ?
Just there by the door . I need to measure the length of this workbench . We're going to replace it . OK - 3 m 47 cm . Let's round it up to 3 m 50 .
I'm glad you're replacing it . We need more space to work on things . How deep will the new workbench be ?
Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood .
Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ?
Sure . So let's see . We need a piece of wood 3 . 5 m long by 1 m wide . I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday .
Ohm , hello , Marcia . I was ...
I just wanted to congratulate you ! I mean , it was a good race and you deserve to win .
Well ... thanks , Marcia . It ' s very nice of you to say so . I mean ...
It was that final sprint ! You were great ! Really !
Do you really think so ? I mean , was I ? Er ... you ... must be disappointed .
It will be a rock and roll band probably . He ' s a very good guitarist .
Can you play a musical instrument ? If you can , he might ask you to join the band .
I can play drums , but I haven ' t played for a while . I ' m not sure I ' d be good enough to play in a band .
I wish I could play a musical instrument . I love music .
Nowadays , you can be a DJ . You can mix dance music . You don't need to be able to play music instrument or thing .
I love to try it , but the instrument is expensive and it was still need to take a lot of practice .
You know , you could probably get a computer program that would help you . You already have a computer , so you could use that to help you mix some music .
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll search for some information on the internet . If it ' s possible to do , the internet will have some information about it .
I ' m returning these books .
Let me have them .
Here are all of them .
These books are two weeks late .
I didn ' t have time to return them .
You ' re going to have to pay late fees .
How much ?
25 cents a day .
25 cents a day ?
That means 25 cents for each late book .
That ' s expensive .
May I renew them if I haven't finished reading them ?
Of course , you can .
Not yet . I guess we should send Jim along to talk to the chief since he is such an apple polisher . I am sure he can help .
Let ' s have a try .
It's inevitable . Their love wasbuilt on the sand , and this is why their marriage has landed on the rocks .
You said it . Love but on the sand will soon be on the rocks .
That give us a good lesson .
I went to play tennis in the public park .
How often do you play tennis ?
Twice a week . How about you ?
I seldom play tennis . I prefer football and basketball .
But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together .
I usually play with my schoolmates .
Do you like watching football matches ?
Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday .
Oh , I watched it on television . It was an exciting match .
But , Mom , I'm not dirty .
You need a bath every day .
Why ?
Because you don't want to smell bad .
I don't smell bad .
That's what you think .
If I smelled bad , I could smell me .
I can smell you .
I can smell you , too .
That's my perfume .
When can I wear perfume ?
Really ? That's really wonderful . I'm so happy for her .
But I always feel disappointed . I have many problems with English learning .
Honey , cheer up .
I feel confused about the grammars .
I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best .
And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated .
Be confident , and never give up .
I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad .
Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart .
Yes , mom . You are right . Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . I will keep going .
Fine , just fine . Thanks .
Doing anything for lunch ?
Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas .
Depends .
No , you must stay ! I swear it , and the oath shall be kept .
I tell you I must go !
Where ?
I have spoken my mind , and can go anywhere now .
I ask you to pass through life at my side-to be my second self and best earthly companion .
I'll never again come to your side ; I am turn away now and can't return .
It's my favorite .
What other kind of food do you like ?
I like Indian food as well .
Yes , and I am very satisfied with it .
Do you have any other questions ?
Would you please tell me about fringe benefits of the company ?
OK , we will pay insurances for employees after the probationary period .
What do they include ?
Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance .
That sounds great .
Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds .
The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund
Do you have other questions ?
I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year .
The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling .
That's quite good . Thank you for telling me about those .
Do you know what kind of beef you want ?
I want to get some ground beef .
How many pounds do you need ?
I would like four pounds of ground beef .
What kind of ground beef do you need ?
I would like the extra lean .
Let me go and get that for you .
Thank you very much .
No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now .
I appreciate that .
I ' m very fond of you .
Yes , but do you love me ?
why ? You mean a lot to me .
why didn ' t you answer my question ?
what question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
you know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it .
We have some fresh red roses .
How much are the roses ?
Twenty dollars per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , that is today's sale price .
I'll take a dozen .
Is there anything else you'd like to get ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
It's a huge headache . I have no idea what I want to do .
But don't you want to study music ? Shouldn't it be easy ?
It should be , but there are too many options . My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices , but after that ...
I know . You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country , a big school or a small school , a public or private school ...
Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low .
I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction . He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended .
Thanks for the information . And good luck in your college search .
We're waiting in line to get one of Master Li's Chinese couplets . I got one last year and I had good luck all year !
Master Li ? Who's that ?
He's Taipei's most famous calligraphy master ! Quick ! Get in line !
I will ! I could use some good luck !
Count me out .
Sure , you want a continental one or an American one ?
An American one , please . I am in a hurry .
OK , sir , yours will be ready in a few seconds .
Yes , I wanna buy a skirt .
What color and what style do you like ?
I am not sure .
Well , you can have a look at our skirts hanging there .
Ok , thank you .
You are welcome !
Try to keep cool . It's not an easy take .
I know . I always hope for the best and prepare for the worst .
Then you will be in line for a doom .
If you want to live much longer you have to give up smoking .
I've tried before . Everything I've tried doesn't work .
Maybe with the choice of life or death before you , you will find it easier .
May I see that x-ray again ?
See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs .
And that is what's causing my shortness of breath .
Look at it this way , when you quit , you will save money , time and your life !
The bank closes in 30 minutes and I need to cash a check .
I can lend you some money .
Thanks . But it ' s necessary for me to buy a TV set .
Can I help you in anyway ?
You can take me to the bank if you want to .
Sure . Let ' s go .
Yes , I am looking for a coat .
Do you have any style in your mind ?
I have no idea .
I recommend you this one . It's a very popular kind of coat-the most recent thing .
Well , it's good in style , but I am afraid it doesn't wash well .
You ' Ve been using it for two weeks without paying .
Well , I thought it was not that serious .
Well , let's try a size ten . ( He gets another pair and the customer tries a shoe on ) Looks like a perfect fit .
Not really . It pinches my toes .
I'm sure they'll be fine once you break them in .
I don't know ... well , I guess I'll take them , since you don't seem to have anything better .
Thank you , ma'am . It's been a pleasure doing business with you .
Not bad . But there is more room for improvement .
I jumped the gun .
There were some gaps in your report . Please be more sorrow .
Yes , I overlooked some facts . I ' ll be more sorrow .
What did she say ?
She missed us and asked when we would go back home .
What's your plan ?
I don't know . Maybe next week . We haven't been to the Great Wall yet .
Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her .
All right .
So soon ? Why don't you stay a little longer ?
I wish I could , but it's already late .
Oh , it's a pity that you have to leave .
Thank you for a wonderful meal .
I'm glad you enjoyed it .
I am seven .
I see , you have seven candles on the cake .
Yes , I am seven . I am a big girl now .
We will have a party here , right ?
Yes , come on , and we will have fun .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
The news goes so fast . Ah , yes , I haven't decided yet .
Don't hesitate . That's a very famous university which a lot of students are longing to attain .
Maybe you are right . But the major is not fit for me . I like architecture more than computers .
But this chance is really precious .
Well , I know . So I am thinking now .
I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By .
Thank you for your kindness . I will think about it carefully .
He's very strict with us .
And I hear he gives very good lectures .
Indeed . He ' s strict with himself too .
But mum , I didn't mess it up .
You should have asked for my opinion before you did it .
Sorry , mum . I won't do it again .
You'd better remember your promise .
Yeah . The autumn is marvelous here .
How about winter ?
That's a hard time . The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
Take me to the airport , please .
Are you in a hurry ?
I have to be there before 1700 .
We'll make it except a jam . You know it's rush hour .
There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time .
I'll do my best .
Here's twenty dollars .
Do you have small bills ?
No . If you can't break it , keep the change . But can you give me a receipt ?
Here is your receipt . Thank you .
Can't complain . What about you ?
Not bad . Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband ?
I've heard . She looks quite depressed .
Yes . They used to be joined at the hip .
I heard they were just married for 5 months .
Yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden .
You said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners .
Definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce .
We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners .
That's true . Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
One bottle of perfume and a watch .
Where did you buy it ?
In Boston .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Yes , I am checking out .
Can I have your key and room number , PLS ?
Room 1419 . Here is my key .
Here is your bill , sir . Could you PLS check it ?
It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card .
Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again .
I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch .
The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him .
Thanks very much and goodbye !
All the fruit are pretty fresh here .
How much are the pears ?
They're four yuan per kilo .
Give me one kilo of those , please . Do you have any fresh plums ?
Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo .
It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here .
Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo .
Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos .
OK . It's 22 yuan
Here you are .
Yeah , sure , you didn't come to class that day ?
I couldn't come .
Why not ?
I wasn't feeling well .
Here they are .
Thanks a lot ; are these all the notes ?
Oh , no , this is the rest .
Thank you very much .
It's no problem at all .
I'm fine , dad .
Did you get hit ?
No , dad . Can I go there to play ball ?
Watch out for strangers , and don't go too far away . Alright ?
Yes . Here it is .
Are you travelling for business or pleasure ?
I'm going to visit some relatives here for several months .
Do you have anything to declare ? Jewellery or cash ?
The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer .
Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ?
No , Sir , I did not .
I feel horrible . I think I picked up a bug .
Do you know who you got it from ?
A lot of people in my dorm are sick . Perhaps I picked it up there .
Did you take any cold medication ?
I ' Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest .
I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold .
My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold .
A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ' t work .
Yes , if I get worse , I will definitely look for extra help with this .
This is Jane , I'd like to speak to Mr . Wang , please .
I'm sorry , he is not here at the moment . He has gone to the International Business Center .
When do you expect him back ?
I'm not sure , he didn't say when he wound return . If you'd like . you can leave him a message until he is back to you until the moment it's free .
Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back .
Does he have your number ?
Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6
That was 5264453 6 , right ?
Yes , thank you very much .
You are welcome .
Yes , you have to work overtime a lot due to the editing job .
Is there any extra pay for that ?
No , but we ' ll provide you with good businesses at the end of the year .
Who was it ?
Kate . She said she was too excited to go to sleep .
She never cares about others .
It ' s true . Guess what we were talking about last night .
Her new boyfriend , right ?
Yeah , how do you know about that ?
I was also interrupted by her last week because of such a thing .
Study study study ! I want to learn a lot .
You ' re going to take courses ?
Yes , I ' m going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it ' s probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I ' m a pretty cool guy ; I ' ll make friends . And I ' ll have a lot of extra-curricular activities too . You know , like fencing or theater or something .
What's the problem ?
For the past week my cable hasn't been working .
I apologize , but the cable has been down lately .
Do you know when it is going to start working again ?
Give it a couple days , and it should be back on .
Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ?
Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit .
So I don't have to pay anything ?
You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again .
Okay , thank you very much for your help .
No problem . Thank you for being so understanding .
It's a boy .
OK . Good night , then . Have a good sleep .
Good night . See you tomorrow .
Here ' s my VISA card .
I ' m sorry , but your card isn ' t working .
What ' s the problem ?
The machine says your card was declined .
It was ?
Do you have another card ?
That ' s my only one .
Maybe you can just pay in cash ?
No cash today .
I guess you won ' t be able to purchase these items today .
I ' ll come tomorrow with cash .
Yes , go straight along Beijing Road and turn right .
Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
How long have you had it ?
It all started the day before yesterday .
I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it about .
What should I do ?
Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two .
OK , what would you like ?
I ' d like the lasagna , please .
Sure and which one would you like ?
I ' ll try the vegetarian , please .
That is a blast from the past .
Remember when I used to beg you to break it so I could go buy ice cream ?
Yes . You sure have come a long way in valuing your hard earned dollars .
Thanks for not giving in to my childhood tantrums , mom .
But what are you going to do with that pig ?
I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money .
Who knows , maybe one day he will sit on the desk of a top CEO in a major corporation !
So cool ! Can I get a load of it ?
Yes , I see . What did you need to see me about ?
There's a problem with my schedule .
What's the problem ?
Two of my classes occur at the same time .
Well , I can see that's a problem .
Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ?
Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ?
I want to keep both of them , if that's possible .
Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day .
Thanks a lot .
As a rule , we don't allow any discount .
But we usually get a discount of 3 % to 5 % from our other suppliers . Actually , some discount on your prices would make it easier for us to promote sales , you know .
That's true . But I am sorry I can't make an exception . We have quoted you our lowest price . We can't give you any more discounts .
Oh , no . You should take the No . 14 tram .
Where can I take it ?
Two blocks down the street .
Wow , what a great burd !
She sure knows how to strut her stuff .
She's a real turn-on our rights .
And look out she's dressed .
Yeah , I noticed . She must be really loaded .
No way . Her old man is rich . He buys her anything she wants .
Lucky her . Anyway , I think that is just as beautiful .
I think you've lost it .
Well , that's my opinion .
I admit that she is much prettier than Kate .
Oh , there is no comparison . Now we are talking but ugly .
At least we agree on that . Let's go and get a drink .
Well , I ' Ve got a terrible stomach-ache and I keep needing the toilet .
I see . Well , with those symptoms maybe you ' Ve got food poisoning . What have you eaten recently ?
Well , I went to a seafood restaurant last night and I ate lots of oysters .
Hmm . It may be those then , especially if they were raw . Well , I ' ll give you these tablets and you should feel fine by tomorrow .
Ok . Thank you very much .
Zina ? Zina the Snake ?
I got your e-mail a couple of months back .
Yeah ? Which one was that ?
The one that said , You're a creep . From me you won't hear another peep . I hope you wreck your jeep .
Right . That one . Did it work ?
Well , George . I guess I am . Why do you ask ?
I've just gotten a pair of pre-sale Star Wars movie tickets from a friend and was thinking of inviting you along for the opening premiere . Are you interested ?
Yeah , definitely ! Thanks for inviting me .
My pleasure .
I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ?
A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece .
You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price .
Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day .
Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ?
Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you .
8 pm , that's fine with me .
Okay .
So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 .
Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night .
Ok , George . Bye !
Bye , Ann !
No , mom . I haven't seen it .
That's strange . It should be on the desk .
Mom , did you try the basket on your bicycle ?
Not yet . Let me see .
don't you think it ' s a bit bright ?
yeah , maybe you ' re right . How about this outfit ?
that dress looks lovely on you , but it ' s not very practical , is it ?
no , I don't have an plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just had to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It ' s casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ' s too plain on its own .
how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
that ' s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
thanks . You ' d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ?
no , they ' re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing .
that ' s even better than the real thing .
if I were you , I ' d buy that now while it ' s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes .
it ' s too bad I did all that shopping yesterday !
Oh , very beautiful . Thank you , Steven , I like it very much .
Your birthday is coming , and I think this dress suits you . Why not try it now ?
My birthday present ? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman , darling . I will come back soon . ( Go to her bedroom and wear the new dress , then show it to Steven . )
It fits me exactly . How does it look like ?
It displays your slender figure , darling .
The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style .
Because you are my dear wife .
I have been feeling great , Dr . Smith .
I am happy that you have decided to come in for your annual physical .
Yes , I am going on a cross-country bike ride on vacation and want to make sure that I don ' t have any problems .
We are going to look at your heart and lungs , do a few blood tests , and see that your eyes , ears , and nose are all working as they should .
I ' Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ?
I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion .
That would be great . What is the blood test for ?
The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar .
I have been feeling great . I don ' t imagine that any of my tests will turn out badly .
Good afternoon . Lilian . This is Tom Baker over at Beck ' s Trading company . We need to arrange a banquet for next Wednesday afternoon .
I see , Mr . Baker . How many people are you planning to invite and how much would you like to spend per person ?
Well . We ' re expecting about twenty-five people and we ' d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head .
Ok , you name the day .
How about the second of March ?
What day is that ?
It's Friday .
Good . Where shall we meet ?
I feel like having some dumplings . Let's go out to eat .
No need ! I know how to make dumplings . Let's do it from scratch . Can you give me a hand in the kitchen ? I don't think I can finish everything by myself .
Of course . What do you want me to do ?
Just trim vegetables for cooking . I will cut up the meat .
I can do that . And I would like to make dumplings later .
Yeah , you are my good helper , Steven .
Absolutely .
It was washed by washing machine .
It should be handwashed with cold water . It's a common sense . Don't you know it ?
I'm so sorry . I have no idea of it . I washed silk dress the first time . I'll buy a new one for you or I'll give you money .
That's all right . Please ask me if you don't know how to do something next time . You can keep the silk dress if you don't mind . I think it fits you .
It's very nice of you . I'll try my best to do my job well .
How long would I wait ?
We'll give you our decision in 7 days .
Thank you . I hope to hear from you as soon as possible .
Please send the next candidate in on your way out .
OK , good-bye .
We ' ll have them worked out by this evening and let you have them tomorrow morning . Would you be free to come by then ?
Yes . I ' ll be here tomorrow morning at 10 .
Perfect . Our offer remains open for 3 days .
I don ' t need that long to make up my mind . If your prices are agreeable and if I can get the commission I want , I can place the order right away .
I ' m sure you ' ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ' t changed much .
I ' m glad to hear that . As I ' Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you .
We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ?
I ' m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ?
Certainly , I ' ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation .
Thank you very much .
Of course , sir ... Here's the minutes of the meeting .
How long did the meeting last ?
The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and it lasted for two and a half hours .
Did the chairman ask for me ?
Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend .
All right . Have you handed in my report to him ?
Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies .
Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ?
No , they didn't . The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting .
Pretty good , Sam . Only the awful weather , you know .
That ' s right . I ' Ve never really liked it since I got here .
Me either , but I ' m dealing with it anyway .
Hey , Andrew . How's everything with work ?
Ok , I guess . My boss has been on my back recently .
Really ? What's he been doing ?
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Thanks .
Do you need a hand with that ?
Actually , I could use some help . Thank you so much .
Don't worry about it .
I'm not sure when it started . But I know it's older than me . As a young boy , I used to eat here a lot .
Oh , it's interesting . Dad told me you brought him here when he was young , too . Now , it's my turn .
Yeah . We are the VIP customers here . So , what do you want to eat today ?
I'd like to eat a hamburger and a bottle of coca-cola .
Hey , kid , that's wrong . It's a Chinese restaurant . Let's eat something traditional .
Then there is nothing particular I'd like to eat . Grandpa , what's your favorite here ?
The Chinese rice pudding . Your father loves it , too . You wanna try ?
Sure . Is it sweet ?
Yes , of course . But I think they can make you a salty one , too .
Great , I want it spicy .
Come on . Don's go too far .
I want it to be special . And you know that I always like hot food .
OK then . We shall ask them to put some red chilli on it .
I'm going to graduate this summer .
Where are you going to work then , in Australia or back in China ?
I'm planning to return to China after graduation .
Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country ? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad .
Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment .
Yeah , China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country .
Yeah . Whatever became of him ?
He got a job and now he owns a small grocery in town .
That's great . We should visit him some time .
Oh , yes please ! I'd love a gin and tonic .
Do you like olives ? Or would you prefer crisps ?
Oh , just olives please . What music is this ?
Do you like it ? It's Irish music .
It's great ! Where did you get the CD ?
Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ?
Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ?
Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ?
Why not ? I'd love to !
Great ! This calls for a celebration .
OK . When should we be there ?
As soon as possible , because I've got an important meeting to attend .
All right , if there's no hold-ups .
The one in the red shirt ?
Yeah . Isn't she hot ?
She's alright .
Just alright ? ! ? She's hot !
Why don't you go talk to her ?
You think she's out of my league ?
Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all .
C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls .
Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation .
What do I talk about ?
It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that .
I don't know ...
Do you want me to go talk to her ?
No . Stay away from her .
If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will .
Ok already . I'll try .
Good evening . May I help you ?
I'm going to Beijing early tomorrow morning . And I'd like to request an early morning call . Will that give you much trouble ?
Oh , no , never . What's the exact time you'd like us to call you tomorrow morning ?
Well , my train is due to take off at 7:25 a . m . I've no idea how long it'll take to drive to the railway station .
It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ?
OK , thank you .
It's a pleasure . Good night . Have a good sleep .
Fine , thank you .
And how ' s everyone in your family ?
Very well , thank you . I ' m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12 , would you care to join us ?
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
I don't care what the best part is . Whatever you say won't change my mind . I'm not buying anything !
That stamp you've been looking for is for sale .
The 1879 Large Dragon ? Are you serious ? How much ?
Hey ! I thought you weren't interested ! Sorry , I've gotta go ! I'm going to switch over to eBay and see if my bid is still the highest .
Sounds not bad ! You know , the only thing I worried about is the safety . I ' m not an active exerciser and my muscle may be not strong enough for such an intense sport .
Well , Then you can go to the three-day-long training camp first . There ' re some professional teachers and they can guide you to do certain necessary exercise .
I will think about it .
Come on ! It is really a fun game .
Certainly . How do you like your room ?
I'd like a suite . What's the rate ?
$ 40 per night .
Tomorrow ?
Yeah , I was thinking we could get a bite to eat and catch a movie .
That sounds great .
Yes . We can do something else if you like .
OK . Dinner and a movie will be perfect .
Well . What time would you like me to pick you up ?
How about 7 o'clock ?
Good . I will see you then .
OK . Bye .
Bye .
Great . Thank you .
What can I do for you ?
I need to withdraw some money .
How much would you like to take out ?
I need to withdraw $ 300 .
Which account would you like to take the money from ?
I want to take it from my checking account .
Okay , here you go .
Thank you very much .
Can I do anything else for you ?
No . That ' ll be all .
Taylor ? Taylor ! Is this a joke ? Is it really you ? But ... but ... everyone said you were dead !
That's OK . Just let it out . I'm OK ! I was out of town with ... Femi .
Oh , Taylor ! I'm so ... so happy . But then ... who's that ?
Taylor Smith . But not me . The pallbearers are carrying out the casket . It would be rude to just leave . Let's follow .
Well done .
And I've filed the letters .
Excellent job .
And I've checked the orders .
I'm very impressed .
And I've ordered the supplies .
Congratulations . You should be very proud of yourself .
I graduated from Peking University .
What was your major at university ?
I studied economics , I am especially interested in the economic development of China .
What course did you like best ?
I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work .
What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ?
I've taken courses on office administration , reports and correspondence writing . I think all these are closely related to the job of assistant manager , because it requires the ability to perform general office work and to assist the manager in handling all paperwork .
May I see your driver's license , please ?
Here is my international driver's license . What kinds of cars do you have ?
We have Honda , Citroen and Toyota . Which make and model do you prefer ?
I'll take the Citroen C2 . What is the rate for the car per day ?
The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ?
Full coverage , please .
That's an extra 10 euro a day .
Do I have to fill up when I check in ?
Yes .
If you ask me , I don ' t think it ' s guilty .
What do you mean by saying so ?
I mean it ' s not his fault .
Oh , yeah ?
Yes . Don ' t you think he should be pitied rather than accused ?
It is just too much . Don ' t you feel it is an exaggerating style to decorate offices in that way ?
Not at all ! I like the design so much . The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept .
Well , I doubt that .
Dad , I lost mum's necklace . I'm afraid she will scold me .
Don ' t worry . I'll buy a new necklace as same as the old one .
It is so kind of you , Dad .
No . The time we have spent apart has been good for us . Absence makes the heart grow fonder .
Congratulations ! This is your first interview ever .
thank you , but I'm nervous . I don't know what to do . Could you tell me what should I do before an interview ?
sure , you should prepare so that you can give proper response when you're being interviewed .
yeah , besides my personal introduction , what else should I prepare ?
you should collect as much information about the company and the position you're applying for as you can . It is important to show that you've done some research into the company . The interviewers Wil
then what should I do when I'm being interviewed ?
smile at the interviewers and look them in their eyes while trying to persuade them to select you . Try to act natural , let your personality , ability and interpersonal skills shine through the interview
are there any other things I should pay attention to ?
yeah , wear formal clothes to your interview and do be punctual . That'll leave your interviewers with a good first impression .
What are those ?
They are the things that make up the atom , such as electrons and protons .
Is there anything that is smaller than electrons and protons ?
Of course there is . Things can be divided and broken down into indefinitely small parts if we can .
I really don't want to know about this . Physics gives me a headache .
Only four days .
Only four days ! That's so short , and you seem so crazy about her .
I know . I can't help thinking about her . She's always on my mind .
That's unavoidable , but think , How would you keep up to date without television ?
Newspapers or the radio I guess . I just wish TV was more objective .
Look , you can still learn a lot from watching television , you just need to be smart when you're watching . Filter the information and decide if you believe what you are hearing or not .
The internet's a lot worse .
Really ? Why ?
There's no one moderating it . Anyone around the world can put information onto the net for anyone else to see . The information on the internet is mostly unsubstantiated and you can never know who has written it , or why . A lot of people get conned online .
Again , you need to think carefully . If you don't trust others online , have nothing to do with them .
Just a second and I'll check the schedule .
I'll need an economy ticket with an open return .
American Airlines has a flight leaving at 9:25 a . m .
I guess that's OK . What time should I check in ?
You have to be there two hours before departure time .
I want to find a book called Gone with the Wind . But I can't find it .
Let me give you a hand . The author is ...
Margaret Mitchell .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
I just make eye contact with him and nod my head . Then I tell him when he comes over to the table . Why do you ask ?
I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill .
That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
You're right , we need to start making money soon , or at least manage to break even . But I think that the market is slowly beginning to heat up--sales are bound to pick up any time now .
Deman is dropping . The problem is our competition . They are monopolizing the market !
Maybe we should rethink our marketing strategy to include the possibility that our new line of cosmetics could be a big seller .
It's really too early to tell , but a lot is riding on the new products . If we don't do better after the product launch , we may have to go bankrupt .
Do you think it's that serious ?
Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep .
My goodness , I didn't realize it was that bad .
Yes I am . Nice to meet you , Jack .
Are you from Italy , Christina ?
No , I am German . I live in Munich .
Really , I went to Munich last week .
And did you like it ?
Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well .
And where are you from , Jack ?
I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England .
What are you studying ?
I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian .
Oh , excellent . Why don't we talk in German for a while then ?
No , I had no interest in the activities in college and I spent most of my spare time reading in the library .
What kind of activity would make you get involved ?
None , I guess . My only passion is on reading .
First , why don't you tell me what you need , such as how big a room , where you want to live , whether you want to live downtown , and what you like to do . Then I can figure out which apartment is most suitable for you .
I am a student and want to live in Haitian , so that I can live close to my school . I like to play soccer and I like a quiet apartment so I can study .
I think that an apartment with two rooms and a kitchen would suit your needs . I can introduce you to a place for rent near your school . The apartment is on the 7th floor , so it is very quiet and suitable for studying .
That sounds great !
You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities .
Thank you so much . That's very kind of you .
I started a new job last month and I'm expecting my first salary .
I see . And your company has a Wage Distribution Service Agreement with us ?
So I was told , yes . They gave me this book ?
Yes , that's a Current-all-in-one Passbook . That's what you need to get your salary .
Hello , yes , I ' d like to open a bank account .
Certainly , I can can help you with that . What type of account would you like to open ? A chequing or a savings account ?
What features do they offer ?
Well , if you just take a look here , see , with our chequing account , you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee , and our savings account has a higher interest rate , but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars .
I see , well , I think I ' m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money .
Alright , then , with this chequing account you ' ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that .
No , that won ' t be necessary .
In that case , I ' ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ' ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here we ' ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ?
Yes , I ' d like to deposit one billion dollars .
Yes . I'll have a room free next week .
What do you charge ?
12,000 yuan a year , but you can't have visitors live in it .
OK . Would it be all right to look at the room first ?
Could you come back later ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
Well , I'm not sure . Maybe it means we can buy something through the Internet .
That's right
It must be very convenient and pretty quick .
Sure , but you must have access to the Internet .
Sure , no problem . I'll ring to have a city tour . on sunday morning we can go to the Great Wall , then we can go to the summer palace in the afternoon . In the evening we can have typical dinner in restaurant in Beijing . Quanjude , a restaurant serving roast ducks . However if you don't like above trips , we can go some famous places outside of Beijing .
Any place will be fine . you make the decision .
What time shall we start ?
I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning .
Ok , then see you in sunday morning .
I ' m in , let ' s go !
OK , make a left here . . . no wait , I meant make a right . Come on , speed up !
Geez ! What ' s the rush ?
Don ' t worry about it , just drive . Oh , no , the light is about to change . . . step on it !
Are you nuts ! I ' m not going to run a red light !
Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ' s take a side street . Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move !
What ' s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help !
Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ' ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ' s go , let ' s go ! Watch out for that lady !
I ' m going as fast as I can !
Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes .
You ' re such a geek !
That's great !
How much are you selling it for ?
This TV is $ 2500 .
You can't be serious .
That's how much this t . v costs .
That's too expensive for me .
This television is of very high quality .
You can't go down on the price ?
By how much ?
I'll buy it for $ 2000 .
I'm sorry , but the price is final .
Yes , I would like to have a suit made to measure .
Sure . How do you like your suit ?
I want a single breasted suit . Here is the cloth .
Yes . My name ' s Mark Benson . I just started a couple of weeks ago .
Well , if there ' s anything I can do for you , let me know .
Thanks , I appreciate that !
I think housing is a big problem . There are thousands of homeless people on the streets .
How would you solve the problem ?
I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement .
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything bout ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly .
Congratulations !
How about you ? Have you got any news from university ?
No . But I am going to apply for some vocational schools . I like fashion design and want to study it .
I am glad you can study something you really like !
Yes , I'd like to see that pen .
Oh , that's a really good buy ... Here . There's only one left .
Can I get it duty-free ?
Sure , if you show me your passport .
It's not the latest model , is it ?
No , it isn't . That's why it's such a bargain .
I see , we have an explanation left on the table . If you follow the direction , it ' s quite simple .
I read it , but I couldn ' t understand it . Would you come to my room and tell me how to use them ?
Oh , certainly .
And also tell me how to use other switches .
Yes , I can .
It is interesting , isn't it ?
Yes , it's very interesting .
Can you teach me ?
Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this .
Let me try . Oh , I missed !
Throw the ball up high .
High ?
Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball .
Oh ! I hit it .
Well done !
Thank you . I think I like playing it .
A tough job . They even offer in-service training every Wednesday afternoon .
Good for you .
I don't like it . I am not used to this kind of 9 to 5 work hours . Above all , I hate talking to those poker faces everyday .
Well , you have to take the bad with the good .
I guess so . I am badly off and I need this job .
Yes , I would like to look at some of your products .
Did you have anything specific in mind ?
Well , to be honest , I mostly use Sarah Winter products now . But I'm not happy with them . So I would like to change companies .
Well , you made a good choice . Coming to us , I mean . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige .
The color I use now is rose . How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle .
In this size , we sell it for 53 . 95 .
Wow ! That's expensive .
What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients . It is a very high quality product .
I understand . I need some mascara too . Do you have a good thickening mascara ?
Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes .
Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart I can look at ?
We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ?
Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first .
I can help you with that .
Thank you .
Well , I was born in Ohio , but I grew up in Texas .
And when did you come to Los Angeles ?
In 1978 . I went to college here .
Oh . What was your major ?
Drama . I was an actor for five years after college .
That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ?
Because I needed the money . And because I was good at it . Look ! What do you think ?
Neither . The game ended in two all .
But I still think AC milan's defence seems better organized .
But the Brazilian is tougher .
I would like to have a hamburger .
Did you want it with cheese ?
I don't want cheese on it .
Did you want anything to drink ?
I think I'm going to get a soda today .
What kind of soda can I get you ?
A Sprite sounds good .
What else would you like ?
Let me get a bag of chips too .
Anything else ?
That's all .
I think we'll need more time than the schedule gives us .
Don't worry . These dates are only targets .
Oh ? You hoped to get that job , didn't you ?
Yes , I did .
I'm sorry . That's too bad . Who is it ? Who got the job , I mean ?
Someone called Drexler . Carl Drexler . He's been with the company onlytwo years . I've been here longer . And I know more about the job , too
Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ?
Because I'm the wrong sex , of course !
You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ?
Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair .
What sort of clothes does he wear ?
A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ?
Perhaps that had something to do with it .
You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ?
It's possible , isn't it ?
Do you really think I should wear different clothes ?
Well . . . perhaps you should think about it .
Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ?
I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all !
Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing !
Hmm . Perhaps it should be the only important thing . But it isn't . Not in this company .
Oh , that ' s easy . Go to yahoo . com . Now , click on the link with the picture of an envelope .
Which link ?
That one , the one that says , " Mail . "
Oh , no . What did I do ? It ' s asking me for a password .
Don ' t worry . See where it says , " New User " ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
Really ? Can I join it ?
Of course you can if you like it .
How can I join it ?
There will be an information session about the Students ' Union this Tuesday . You can apply for it then .
OK , thank you .
Hi . This is Taylor Wright calling . I ' Ve got an appointment with Doctor Bell at 9 . 00 tomorrow morning . I ' Ve got to cancel this appointment . My father-in-law passed away suddenly last night .
I ' m sorry to hear that . Cancelling the appointment is no problem . Thank you for your call .
Thanks a lot . Good bye .
Yes , I am . What's wrong ?
Would you please go to a dancing party with me ?
OK . No problem .
As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time .
But it's said that you dance wonderfully well .
Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ?
No . Just occasionally .
What are your favourite dances ?
I love rumba and waltz .
How about samba ?
To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast .
Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ?
OK . See you then .
See you then .
It is in mine too . The biggest issue is water . The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important .
What methods do you use to conserve water ?
Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
no , but I'm pretty good at eating !
do you prefer chinese food or Western food ?
well , to be honest with you , Chinese food is really different from western food .
are you used to the food here ?
I'm not really used to it yet .
what's your favorite Chinese dish ?
like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day .
have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ?
I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks .
you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression .
that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food .
if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes .
that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat !
if you haven't tried Beijing duck yet , I'd like to treat you to a meal at a famous duck restaurant near Qianmen . It would be a pity if you left without tasting it !
Sure ! What exactly do you have questions about ?
I am worried that I messed up on a test .
Well , let me take a look at my grade book . How do YOU think you are doing ?
I think I am doing great , except for that one test !
Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ?
I think that I could study a little harder for tests .
Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin .
Yes , I know .
I'm sure you'll do fine .
Sorry to say it , but neither of those . I'm here to close our account with you . The market around here has been dropping for a while now , and it's just not sensible for us to stay .
I understand . So , what would you like to do with the balance ?
I guess I should just withdraw everything .
215,000 RIB is the exact balance . If you could just sign your name here .
Here you go . That's everything , then . Thanks very much for your service over the years .
Yes , it really needs redecorating .
Shall I help you with it ?
I don ' t suppose you could .
I have much time . I suppose it can be done .
I ' ll be glad if you would .
A lot . I probably got to moonlight for the rest of my life , but so what , it ' s worth it . Come on , get in . Let ' s take a drive .
Okay then , let ' s go fast ! Whoa ! This thing can really accelerate fast .
Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly . It can stop quickly .
Hey , just watch out for cops or you ' re gonna end up in the slammer . You know you tend to go fast ?
Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks .
Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car .
Cut out , would you ?
I know what love it . When I was young , I felt the same way .
I think I ' m crazy about her .
You are , why not ask for a date ?
Yes , I'd like to book a room at your hotel .
What kind of room would you like , sir ? We have single rooms , double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in our hotel .
I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the morning of October 6th .
All right .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is $ 100 per night .
What services come with that ?
For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day .
That sounds not bad at all . I'll take it .
I'd like to apply for a credit card with you .
Would that be our standard card , our gold card , or our platinum card ?
Oh , I'm not sure . What's the difference ?
Well , the standard card has a lower credit limit , that's 20,000 RIB , whereas with the platinum card you can have a credit limit of 80,000 RIB .
Why such a big difference ?
It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card .
My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ?
Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts .
That's great ; my health club membership is about to expire .
Fishing . It's great fun .
Is it ? Mine is climbing mountains on Sunday mornings .
No wonder you always look so active .
Okay , Bob , What is it ?
Help me hang up this picture , please . Would you hold it straight while I put in the nail ?
All right .
Now , hand me the hammer and those nails , please .
Yes , here you are .
There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight .
Well , it's straight , but it's upside down I'm afraid .
Hello . Yes , I'm here to redeem a Treasury Note . It's not at the maturity date yet , but it is an emergency .
OK , can I see the note and some ID , please ?
There you are . As you can see , the maturity isn't up yet .
You do realise that you must pay a 0 . 2 % charge for premature cancellation , right ?
Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that .
Unfortunately , yes . You see , this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago , but not over two years . So , you will have to pay . I'm sorry about that .
Our science field trip is next Monday at 8 a . m . in the morning . Can you mark that on your calendar ?
Yes , I will write that down .
That will be Monday , December 2nd . We need to start loading the buses half an hour early , so plan to arrive at 7 .
Yes , I will be there on time .
We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ?
Yes , someone is coming to get me .
The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m .
What should we bring with us ?
I am going to post all of that information on the geology club web page . Check it out when you get a chance . See you Monday !
Of course .
I'd like to change these dollars into RIB . Would you please tell me the exchange rate between American dollar and RIB ?
Sure . At present one dollar is equal to 6 . 4392 yuan . How many dollars would you like to change ?
500 dollars , please .
Please wait for a moment ... Now here is your Chinese currency . See if it's right . It's 3,220 yuan . Please keep this exchange memo . You may need it for converting when you leave China .
OK . Thank you for your help . That's very nice of you .
It's my pleasure .
Why ? They keep going up .
I have a feeling they're about to go down in a few days .
I live in the southern part of this city . I rent a house .
Do you move a lot ?
No , I don't .
My bad . I didn't realize that it was so late .
Do you really think that that excuses your tardiness ?
Of course not . I really did lose track of time .
Didn't I tell you to call when you're running late ?
Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call .
It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know .
That's true . My bad for not calling .
If you do this again , don't even bother coming home .
You're going to kick me out over this ?
Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules .
Well , if I'm not living here anymore , then I won't have to listen to your rules .
I'm sorry to have made you disappointed .
That's all right . But why were you so rude to me at lunch .
Was I ? Sorry , I didn'y mean to be . I do apologize .
And why are you yarning now ? Are you bored ?
Forgive me darling . I'm very tired .
Well , it depends .
Do you think the music is well-matched ?
No , I think the music is too fast .
How about the words of the song ?
It sounds nice .
I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings .
Yes , I think so . It's very emotional .
Of course , and I also like the rhythms .
Full of energy and hope .
Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying .
Certainly it is . It's worth an Academy Award .
What's your address , sir ?
I live at 323 Park Street .
Ok , someone will be there by 12:15 .
What are your rates ?
It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile .
I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ?
No , I'll send a larger vehicle to pick you up .
My name is Liu Wei . I have booked a ticket to Boston three days before .
That's right and your flight number is CA621 .
But now I want to make a change . Please cancel this flight and transfer me to flight GB105 .
Excuse me , sir . Flight GB105 is one to Milan , are you sure of your change ?
Yes .
Yes , where do you want to go ?
Sydney .
Would you please look at the five routes ?
Well , the route 5 is really charming . Must I make a reservation ?
Yes , right now it's the busy season .
May I ask if there's anything wrong with it ?
You see , there is a run at the neck .
Oh , sorry . But do you want to change it for another one ?
No , thank you .
He had a lot of nerve telling us our ads sucked .
Time to order . Balista , today I want a skinny triple latte .
When did you start worrying about your weight ?
I'm not . I just don't feel like drinking whole milk today . Why ? Do you think I'm fat ?
No , Jess , chill out !
It should take us all the way up to Altadena .
Don't you know ?
I'm not positive if it does or not .
Is this the right bus , or not ?
I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one .
Where are we ? This is not Altadena .
I know , and we've been on the bus forever .
Tell me what the street signs say .
Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City .
Next time , I'll look for the bus myself .
Well , now I know the bus that'll take us back .
It's such a nice change .
I really don't think this weather will last .
Let's just hope it doesn't get cold again .
I have exactly the same feeling . This afternoon he explained the ins and outs of the stock market to me . He knows a lot about investments .
No , that's not right . I didn't order a coffee . I ordered a cola .
Oh , I'm terribly sorry , sir . I'll go and get you cola right away .
Waiter !
Yes , sir . I'll bring your drink right away .
It's not that . There's an animal in my soup .
Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away .
I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service .
I'm really sorry .
No , it might be dangerous there .
Would you like to go with me ?
I'd like to , but I'm tied up with my paper .
I am always on the look out for such girls .
I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them .
Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat .
Yes , I'd like to close my account .
May I have your name , please ?
Adam Smith .
Alright , what's your address ?
56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles .
When would you like your account closed ?
Next Friday .
Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ?
14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles .
Alright , We'll take care of that .
I have to go to work .
Going to work where ?
I ' m working at the polling place .
I didn ' t know you were working there this year .
I work at the polling place every year .
How did you get that job ?
I signed up for it online .
That ' s really cool .
It ' s a very cool job .
Do they pay you a lot ?
They pay well enough .
Yes , hello . Our company used your bank to send some documents to Malaysia last week . Could you check and see if the proceeds have come back yet , please ? It's Sang Hung Enterprises , based in Kula Lump .
OK , just a moment ... yes , it has arrived . The amount is 51,998 US dollars net , 12 US dollars has been deducted by the intermediary bank .
That's as it should be . When will it be paid in and credited to our account ?
It's already credited to your account .
Would you please tell me what places are worth visiting ?
There are many famous places such as Robson Street , Stanley Park , Gaston , Lion Gate Bridge , The Vancouver Art Gallery , and The Canadian Crafts Museum .
I need to cancel one of my accounts .
Is there a problem with it ?
I don ' t need it anymore .
What would you like to do with all the money in this account ?
Just transfer it over to my remaining account .
I can do that .
That would be great .
Do you want to take any money out ?
Not today .
It ' s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account .
That ' s fine . Take your time .
Oh , are the connections correct ?
I think so .
Let me see . Look ! You confused the video frequency with the audio frequency .
I'm too careless .
Can it work now ?
No .
So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk .
It's a new disk .
Give it to me .
Here you are .
Uh , the movie of Tom Hanks . I know why it can't play . This is a DVD disk .
Oh , yes . What do you recommend today ?
Rose-petal salad .
OK , I'll have it for change .
I bet my button dollar that he won't . He is no more than a nine day's wonder .
What is your idea ?
Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear .
She's my roommate , not my date . The D-man , as in dork .
Haha . Still got that great sense of humor , I see . Here's my card . I sell used cars . A car from us is a car you can trust !
Alrighty then . Didn't you use to date Sheryl ?
Sweet little lassie . Yep , broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy .
Oh ? I heard she dumped you . Anyway , she's right over there . Oh , Sheryl !
Sure .
When will it be convenient for her ?
Any time is all right , except Sunday .
How about ten o'clock tomorrow ?
OK . I'll tell her .
Yes , I can .
Mostly short business trips , but sometimes long ones are also needed .
Then how about the expenses during the trips ?
The company will pay all the expenses .
Would you tell me where we often travel ?
Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on .
It's great ! I like these places .
And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ?
Yes , I can .
After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on .
I see .
You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances .
OK . Thank you very much for telling me all these things .
I've tried , but I can't stand the bald man talking so loudly in the program .
Then stay away . No one is keeping you from doing that .
Don't be so irritable . I just don't understand the program , that's all .
All right , I will explain it to you later on . Now scram .
Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want .
That's exactly what I want , thank you .
I'm going to need some more info first . I was wondering about the repayments . How long would I have to pay back the loan ?
That depends . Our repayment plans go from 1 year to 10 years . The Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan , you see . The loan can be paid in either monthly or quarterly instalments , to suit your needs .
And how much is payable in each instalment ?
You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due .
Well , as far as I can see , the advantages outweigh the disadvantages . You've sold me ! I'd like to go ahead .
Fine with me , but no more chafing dish .
Let's go the food stall . There's a good one just around the corner .
I'd love to try some snacks .
( Later ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Supper !
I really appreciate your offer , but I have to decline it , because I have already taken another job which I prefer to work in .
You are welcome , Please call me if you change your mind .
I will . Thank you .
How long have you felt like this ?
For most of the week .
It sounds as if you have a virus .
What do you think I should do ?
I'll give you something . I want you to take it easy and come back in a couple of days .
It's all yours .
It's twice as big as my room in Taiwan !
Well , I hope it's comfortable enough for you .
I think I'm going to like it here .
You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use .
Wow , I have my own bathroom !
Kind of . It leads to my bedroom .
We share the same bathroom , in other words .
Don't build a fire under me . I know the importance of time .
But you are too slow to follow them .
Don't you see I'm trying my best ?
You've got to be joking ! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants , and if she saw Myra cheating , she certainly had the right to say so .
I agree she had the right to say something , but I feel she should have done it privately .
You're right . If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that .
My favorite movie is Superbad .
Oh , why is that ?
It's the funniest movie that I've ever seen .
That's true . It is a very funny movie .
You've seen it before ?
Yes , I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters .
Didn't you laugh through the whole movie ? I did .
Me too . That movie brought tears to my eyes .
Mine too .
I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it .
Sure , let's go .
All right . One moment , please ... No , Mr . Smith checked out this morning .
Oh , he did ? May I have his forwarding address , please ?
I ' m afraid he didn ' t leave one .
It would be very hard work . Are you sure ?
I wouldn ' t mind getting up early morning and the physical work would make me fit and healthy .
Running a farm would be totally different to you current job .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Palmistry ? What is that ?
It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm 4 to tell the future .
Oh , you mean palm reading 5 . I've seen that before , but I don't believe in it .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Hey !
Please put you name and address here . May I see your passport ?
Yes .
How would you like it ?
Ten hundreds and ten twenties , and the rest in small change , please .
OK . Here you are .
It's cloudy .
Is it going to rain today ?
I doubt it .
But I heard it might rain .
I'm going to the Golden hotel .
Get in , please .
Thank you . I have an appointment with an important client at 10
Don't worry , you'll be there plenty of time . That is it . 7 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you . here ' s 10 $ , just give me 1 $ back , please .
But yesterday you said you would rent it .
I ' Ve changed my mind .
Why is that ?
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
He is an all-right guy . I have no bone to pick with him .
Birds of feather flock together .
But he is not a fine wether friend who could sell you down the river .
You cannot judge a person that way . I have a hunch that he is a sly dog .
Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him .
You can never tell . He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it .
I'd like two kilos of eggs .
What kind ?
Do you have the eggs with the red yolk ?
Sorry , madam . We have stopped selling those kinds of eggs for a week .
Why ?
You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer .
Oh , My God ! That's terrible .
Yes , so they are no longer being sold .
Then give me the ordinary ones .
Thank you for hiring me . I'm very proud to be employed by your firm .
You are expected to report for on-job training on the 15th of May . Will you be there ?
Yes , I will . I hope I'll enjoy working with you .
I spend most of my spare time reading . And I subscribe to various newspapers , magazines and periodicals .
What kind of reading materials do you like best ?
I am interested in science fiction .
Yes . Hi , what's up ?
I was wondering if you wanted to go for a walk with us .
I'm afraid not . I'm sick . I have a fever but I'm cold , and I threw up earlier .
Oh , man . I hope you get to feeling better .
I would feel better if you came over and took care of me .
OK , then . I'll be there in a minute .
( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ?
I'm in the bathroom .
What took you so long ?
Gross . Diarrhea ?
It's not so bad .
OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you .
It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax .
Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time .
Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order .
Are you sure you want to go ?
To the restroom ? I have no choice .
We look forward to a further extension of our pleasant business relations .
A meeting will be arranged to negotiate the relevant stuff .
That will be good .
Just a moment , please . I ' ll see if she ' s free .
Thanks .
Sorry , Becky can ' t come to the phone right now .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
Of course not .
I ' m Jack . What ' s your name ?
Laura .
Do you like this place ?
I don ' t think it ' s very nice . And my father doesn ' t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here .
How often ?
Well , we come here almost every month .
Who ' s that ?
It ' s my mother . She ' s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father .
Do you like swimming ?
No , I hate swimming . I prefer playing tennis .
Katherine ? Well , she's good at languages .
Does she know how to speak Spanish ?
She knows how to speak Spanish and Japanese .
Wow ! ! !
And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball .
That's terrific !
But there's one thing she's not good at .
What's that ?
She's not good at remembering things . We have a date , and she's an hour late ! !
What fools we were !
To think of it ! All my old silver ! It meant so much to me .
And my new car . To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car . That's what hurts me most .
What's so terrible too , is the fools we've made of ourselves .
I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us .
I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ?
And his story didn't even hold together . I feel such an idiot .
Please wait a moment .. I am sorry right now there is no vacant seat . I have to ask .
Thank you .
By the way , hold your bag in case you vomit .
You're not the only one with a lot to do . We are all in the same boat .
Great idea ! I do it every so often .
For us , karaoke is becoming a popular entertainment .
Yep . If you are a good singer , your audience will feel comfortable , right ?
I can not agree with you more . And if you are an awful one , that will be funny .
I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter .
Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ?
So tricky !
Wow . You are a real snake .
It's business , Dave .
I know , I know . Kill , or die , right ?
Right . The faint of heart should not apply .
I really feel sorry for that rhumba boy if he ever identifies himself .
So do I .
I have , actually ; I ' Ve always wanted to build my dream home myself .
what would it be like ?
well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me .
how many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t
how many bedrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
how would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b
how many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
What happened with that guy at the cafe ?
nothing
But you ' re crazy about him ?
Yes , I am .
Why don ' t you run off with him ? What are you waiting for ?
I don ' t actually know him .
Really ?
I only know him through the ... you are not gonna believe this .
Oh , let me guess . Through the internet ?
Yes .
Hmm . You ' Ve got mail .
Yes , I am studying in Eastern Asian language department .
What are you majoring in ?
I major in Japanese .
What do you think of the literature course ?
It's very helpful . The course has let me into a new world of literature . I read so many great literatures .
Yes . There are the Huangshan Hotel and Anshan Hotel nearby . And you can take a taxi to go there .
OK , I see . Thank you !
You're welcome ! By the way , you'd better booked in the Internet or the telephone next time and then you kow whether there are rooms available or not .
I see , thank you very much !
Don ' t worry . I ' ll open the window .
It ' s very kind of you .
Smoking is harmful for your health .
I know . I ' ll try to give it up .
I think we have a little ways to go .
This bus ride is taking forever .
I know .
Did we miss our stop ?
I'm not sure .
Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ?
I don't know . We may have missed our stop .
Are you serious ?
Yeah , we did miss it .
I can't catch the bus with you anymore .
Sorry .
Yes , we're interested in seeing the rooms for rent .
Oh , how nice ! There are bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
That is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
I can ' t believe that Obama won .
I couldn ' t be happier to know that he ' s our new President .
I know ! He just made history !
You voted for him , right ?
I did . Did you ?
I voted for him .
I am so happy that he is our new President !
So am I .
I hope that he brings change to America .
I have faith in him .
I have faith in our new President .
The dress is made on your measurement .
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I will like it better .
OK , maybe you can try this one on . It's yellow .
I want to know about fees .
Which fees ?
Overdraft fees .
You will be required to pay a small fee for every time you overdraft .
How much is the fee ?
You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft .
That ' s a small fee ?
It should stop you from overdrafting .
You would think it would , but it most likely won ' t .
Can I help you with anything else ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
A quarter past five .
I must be off now . I'm pressed for time .
See you .
Hi , how are you doing ?
Fine , thanks . I am Wang Lin .
Glad to meet you , Wang Lin . I am Mary .
Is this your first time in Beijing ?
Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred .
Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me .
Great . I would like that .
It's Thursday , I think .
Tomorrow is Friday . It's going to be the weekend .
We're busy on weekdays , but we'll have a good rest at the weekend .
We'll meet again in a few days .
Oh , you may call him Uncle , or Henry .
What's he doing ?
He's checking bags . He ' s an official in the customs .
Yes . What can I do for you ?
I am calling to tell you some issues about the interview .
The volume is too loud . Would you kindly turn it down a little bit ?
Yes . I think it is now a moderate volume .
Well , it's not how much , but what I'm going to buy that matters . I'm going ski shopping !
Cool ! Can I come ?
No . The front seat folds down all the way so there's just enough space for the skis ...
But not enough space for me ?
Not unless you lose about 100 pounds ...
Billy ...
What is a tornado warning ?
It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area .
Really ? In New Berlin ?
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a " tornado watch . " That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a " watch . "
And the second stage is called a " tornado warning " .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a " tornado warning " . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean " a loud train " ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
hi , Andy , how are you finding your new job ?
pretty good . My colleagues seem alright . So far everything is great .
that's nice . What do they have you doing over there ?
well , I work in the marketing department . The corporate culture is totally different from my last employer . Before , when I was assigned a task , I was totally on my own but here most of the work is don
that ' s really good . It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work .
indeed . Team work is highly valued in this new company . I like our boss too . He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation . He's highly respected by all his employees .
that's great , that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees . I wish my boss was like that .
true , take my former supervisor as an example . He was extremely controlling and overbearing . He always had to micromanage everything .
well , now you don't have to worry about that . This new place sounds really good .
yeah it is .
Really ? Why ? What happened ?
Well , first of all , the taxi that was taking me from the client's office to the airport broke down on the freeway .
Oh , no .
Yes , and the driver didn't speak any English or Chinese and he didn't have a phone on him-can you believe it ? - and his radio didn't work . So there was no way he could get in touch with the office to get them to send another taxi .
So what did you do ?
Well , I actually thumbed a lift .
You what ?
Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport .
Wow , good for you .
Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight .
Oh , no !
Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok .
You really have bad luck , don't you ?
Seems like it .
Mine are wet , too .
Unexpectedly , a girl threw a bucket of water on me .
She wished good luck to you .
The Dai people are enthusiastic .
Yes .
Yeah . There ' s an express that leaves in twenty minutes .
May I buy a ticket here at the station ?
Sure .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
Sure . Should I check your radiator ?
No , that's OK . How much do I owe you ?
That'll be ¥ 150 .
Yes . I once worked in a small company for one year .
Then why did you leave ?
My reason for leaving is that I wish to get into the advertising business .
What have you learnt from this short experience ?
I've learnt a lot about business knowhow . I got to know what kind of knowledge was needed in my future work .
On the contrary , I think he's very serious .
No , not at all . His examples are really interesting .
So they're easy to remember .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
Yes , how much is the teapot ?
Two hundred and thirty yuan .
I'm afraid I haven't got enough money on me .
You can come later .
What's the time now ?
It's half past seven .
I want to know at what time you close .
We offer 24 - hour service .
Oh , that's great ! Thank you .
Of course , my grandpa is generous and kind . My grandma cooks the most delicious Chinese dishes in the world .
You are very lucky .
Don't believe him . He's a liar .
We cannot expect politics to be true anyway .
Exactly .
Sorry , I have to work overtime .
You are really career minded .
My boss promised to pay me double time .
That's right . I've only had some part-time jobs working in department stores .
Well , experience is not important in this job . We are looking for a man we can train to be a teller . By the way , do you like to work with figures ?
Yes , I liked math in school .
We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures . Do you like meeting the public ?
Yes , I enjoy working with people .
We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ?
Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ?
Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn .
That's good answer . I appreciate your being frank .
To the right .
( The hair stylist cuts the customer's hair . ) Almost done . I just have to even things up a bit . ( She shows the customer the results . ) Will that do ?
Looks good .
Would you like a shave ?
No , thanks .
Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming .
Thank you .
Do you have any English songs ?
Yes , here you are .
Let me have a look . Everything I do I do it for you ,  Unchained melody ,  My heart will go on . Oh , and I ' d like to try Everything I do I do it for you .
Let me play it for you .
Is it easy to locate it ?
It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well .
I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn .
I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English .
That's really my pleasure to listen to a Chinese song .
It was okay .
Would you like a drink ?
No thanks , I'm not thirsty .
Dinner will be ready at six . Are you hungry ?
Not really .
Oh . Did you pick up the suits from the cleaners ?
Yes I did .
Good . Are you going to the pub tonight ?
Yes . I'll be back at the same time as usual .
I would like to have an international call to Paris . Can you tell how to do it ?
Yes . In that case , you should connect the operator and he will connect you with the one you want .
Well , what is the operator's number ?
543210 .
Fine . Thank you .
It tastes really great . Did you cook it ?
Yes . I made it this afternoon . Would you like some more ?
OK , just a little though . I'm really full .
Oh . Would you like some soup instead ?
What kind is it ?
Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ?
No . This is my first time . How does it taste ?
It's good , try it . What do you think ?
Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ?
Yes .
You're a really good cook .
Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us .
That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ?
No , I learned by myself . I have a good cook book that I read when I have time .
I'm going to the movie theater with my friend . What are you going to do ?
I'm not quite sure yet .
How about you see a movie with me and my friend ?
What movie are you and your friend planning on watching ?
Not sure . Is there a movie out that catches your eye ?
No good movies come to mind .
Have you decided whether or not you would like to go ?
No , thanks . Maybe another time .
For sure another day .
Where are you heading now ?
I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road . It is very close to your house .
Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ?
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
Of course , just fill out this form and let me know when you are finished .
I'm finished .
I will also need your driver's license ; hand me the filled-out form , please .
OK , the form is all filled out .
Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ?
No , I have no idea what they are .
Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout .
Yes , right .
Great ! You are all set to enjoy the library .
That's all right .
How do you want your hair cut ? Any particular way ?
I'd just like a trim and don't make it too short .
How about the sides ?
A little trimming , please . Trim a little more above the ears .
Now what are you doing ?
Putting on mascara .
Nasty . You'd better not rub your eyes .
I won't .
And you'd better not cry or you'll have black streaks running down your face .
I love it . All my life I wanted to learn to ski . Finally I took lessons last year .
I suppose skiing is easy for you .
No , quite the opposite . I thought I'd never stop falling down . Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better .
I see . Do you ski often ?
Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night .
That sounds great .
Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ?
Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg
Don't be so frightened . It's just a skill .
Almost ready . I am making a double check .
It is cold on the mountain . Have you packed the windshelled clothes and bodywarmers ?
Of course . And I have also packed two umbrellas just in case of raining .
You are so thoughtful . Do you think our tent will be working well ?
Of course . I just bought it last year .
What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ?
Yes , I did . Don't worry .
Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us .
Yes . You think a lot , too .
Not really . What ' s up ?
Well , I need a hand with the fax machine . My fax is not going through .
I ' m kind of useless in that area , but I ' ll take a look at it .
Ah , thanks .
I liked it . I thought it was great .
Yes , I liked it , too . Did you like the acting ?
Yes . I thought it was excellent . Didn't you ?
Not really . I thought it was disappointing .
It's a nice cinema , isn't it ?
Do you think so ? I don't like it very much . I found it rather uncomfortable .
It ' s a typical of them to do so .
What can we do ?
We must keep developing our economy and unite with other developing countries to fight against it .
Which bank ? There are two , the Allied Irish Bank and the Bank of Ireland .
I have an AIR pass card and I want to withdraw money from the bank .
You need to go to the Allied Irish Bank which is near the local shopping centre , Dunned Stores .
How do I get there . I have no knowledge of this area .
Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left .
It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ?
It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish .
Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ?
You will be going northwards . You are now in the the Western part of the city and the Allied Irish Bank is situated in the North East . Here's a rough sketch of the area .
Did you see his last dive ?
Yes , it's perfect !
He's diving for the gold .
Not really . To be honest , it's very cheap . I only spent $ 100 .
Are you kidding ? $ 100 for this big leather sofa ?
Yes . I bought it in Johnson thrift store .
Is it a used one ?
Yes , it is .
Oh , I don't think I will buy a used sofa even it looks so attractive .
I agree . We need to recycle our trash and use public transportation more often .
I'd like to buy some perfume for my girlfriend .
Do you know what kind of scent she usually wears ?
She usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No . 5 . But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance .
OK , here are some of our most popular perfumes .
Which one would you recommend ?
Personally , I quite like the new perfume from Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ?
That smells great . I'll take one bottle , please .
Would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
It's OK . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I don't know what shade to buy .
How about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of lipstick .
She doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big .
How about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger .
No , thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is .
I know what she would like-some whitening cream .
No thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , not lighter .
Will that be all then ?
That will be all . You've been very helpful , thanks .
Yes . I've been through them and there's a problem , a rather major discrepancy actually . You see ? It should be KN509 .
I see , here it says KM509 .
Exactly , if we accept these it could cause a lot of problems in our record and our accounts system because the numbers don't match .
Yes , I see what you mean . You need to reject these documents .
Well , I'll consider the possibility . By the way , when do I have to open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June .
A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered .
Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ?
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space , all this takes time you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB
You can rest assured of that .
Yes , luckily our office is just down the street .
Great . I shall also need a copy of your own ID and the Warrant Letter , you can fill in one here .
Oh , I see .
Next time , you can get one from the counter over there . Or before you come in , you can download one from our website . It's really easy .
I ' m Liu Yi . I ' d like to speak to Mr . Smith .
Sorry , we have two Smiths , Robert Smith and James Smith , which one would you like to speak to ?
I ' d like to speak with Mr . Robert Smith .
He is on the line .
Yes , could I settle my bill , please ?
Yes . of course . May I have your name and your room number , please ?
Wang Wei , Room 1202 .
OK , Mr . Wang , here is your bill . The total amount is US $ 120 .
The figure seems right .
How do you wish to settle your account , sir ?
By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ?
We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa .
Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are .
Thank you . Would you sign here , please ? Here's your receipt .
Do you have to work late at the computer company again tonight ?
No , I'm going to leave the office early today . My annual medical check-up is this afternoon .
How much longer will Mr . Schmidt be up in the mountains ?
He's on a weeklong meditation retreat and won't be back until this weekend .
Good . And because this is our initial order , and your products is so new , we would like to make a deal with you .
Well , actually in most cases we don't talk about special deals , but since this one is so new I will listen to what you have to say .
We want to make this a trial order . If we can sell all the products in two months , we will pay for them ; if not , we will send them back to you .
I can't agree to that . My company will have to pay for both sending them and bringing them back .
We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality .
OK , I agree . But the repeat order can't have the same terms .
Well , I ' Ve got some papers due .
Really ? So what ' s the news ?
Not too good yet . Better than I was though .
Certainly . I prefer the winter and I love plum blossoms much more .
It's snowing heavily . What about taking a walk ?
Seeking plum blossoms with stepping on the snow ? That's a good idea . Let's go !
What a heavy snow !
Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground .
I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much .
Yes . Very wonderful .
Do you smell the sweet scent ?
Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms .
The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the hard coldness .
Of course I know .
Now you can go to the in-patient department to go through the admission procedures .
OK . I'll go right now . By the way , do you think I ' ll have to stay in the hospital for long ?
It's hard to say . It depends on your recovery condition . But you need to stay for at least one day for observation .
Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye .
Bye !
But it's still early .
Don't stay up late .
But Day . I'm not sleepy .
Well , honey . Turn off the light , lie down and go to sleep .
I know ! It's gonna be great . But what kind of music do you think we should play ?
That's a good question . You know I love hip hop , so maybe we can play some Vanilla Ice songs .
Hmm ... Vanilla Ice ? I know his most famous song , " Ice Ice Baby , " but I don't know his other songs .
That's OK . You can buy his songs on iTunes and listen to them .
Yes . I'm going to stay with the same , a beer .
Certainly , a beer . Here you are , sir .
Oh , darn . Look what I've done . ( Spill the drink )
Don't worry . I'll make you another on the house .
Yes , I am . I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured .
I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary .
That ' s a good idea . You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job .
I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die .
I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension .
That ' s one of the conditions of my policy too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire .
Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy ?
Yes , I did . It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy . The insurance company need to assess the risk .
good morning ! I'd like to make a reservation , please . Do you have any rooms available for the next week ?
All right . Single-room or double-room ?
Double-room , please . It's for an American couple .
Hold on , please . Let me check the bookings . Yes , we have double-rooms available . What kind of room would you like , sir ?
I'd like a room with a nice view , please .
We have a nice garden-view room .
Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ?
Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning .
Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ?
888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . " Northern Star " buffet ! What's there arriving time ?
They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday .
I see . May I have your name and phone number ?
Yes . 6710121 3 . Benjamin .
Yes , I watched once .
What do you think of it ?
Well , honestly speaking , I went to watch it out of curiosity . I ' d say it ' s really a special art form .
I couldn ' t agree more . Actually , I ' m a Beijing Opera fan .
Really ? Good for you .
Yes , I am . I opened an account with you about a month ago , but today I'm here to see about a loan of some kind .
I see . As you don't have a long history with us , we will have to check your credit rating with your previous bank before we can promise any loan to you .
Yes , that's fine . My credit is good ; I banked at my former bank for many years .
May I ask why you decided to switch your account to us ?
Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy .
We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin .
I have everything right here . I'll let you go through that and come back . I'd like to have a good read of your materials to make sure I make the right choice .
The Grand Hotel .
The Grand Hotel ?
Yes . Do you know where it is ?
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
Hello , this is the Corporate Department of Lincoln Bank calling . We are calling to let you know that some documents have arrived for you at our bank .
Oh , really ? Do you know which company they are from ?
They're from Schnitt's of Rudesheim , Germany . Would you like us to check them ?
What's the charge for that ?
It's 150 RIB for the service .
That seems pretty reasonable . Thanks .
Hi , I was just coming to see you . But since you made the trek to my office , you get to go first .
Okay , I'm putting together a report on the Allied Marketing Co . failure , and I seem to have run into a stone wall . Can you help me out ?
Well , I can try , what do you need ?
You were there when the problem started . I was hoping you could fill me in on the details .
Sure , no problem . But I need something from you .
Name it .
I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready . Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ?
All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem .
That works for me .
Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office .
Here's a print out of the study , and this is a disc with the full report on it . The file name is product study , this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it .
Yes , I ordered a camera and some personal care stuff online yesterday . They will be delivered in two weeks .
What are the advantages of buying online ?
Sometimes you can save money and you can find things that you had difficulty finding in a store . sometimes it's just convenient , like doing it late at night and sometimes it's just fun .
The idea of doing it at night is interesting . Maybe I'll try it some day .
Great minds think alike .
I am a girl of many interests . I like dance , chess , collecting stamps , travelling and taking photos .
What kind of dance do you like ?
I like rumba and tango .
Great . I am not interested in Chinese chess . It is too difficult for me .
You can learn Chinese checkers or military chess . Both of them are much easier .
OK , I will try . As for stamp , don't you think it is an expensive hobby ?
Yes , it is . But it is full of fun and knowledge . What about you , what do you like to do as hobby ?
I like gardening . I take care of them everyday . I like those flowers and the swing in my garden . If the weather is nice , I would like to lie on the lawn .
Sounds pleasant .
Sure . What's your room number , sir ?
It's 8736 . Here is my key card .
A minute , please . It's 6212 yuan all together . Tax included .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ?
Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ?
Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ?
Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock .
Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir .
Thank you .
Hello , Claire . This is Mick .
Mick ! Nice to hear from you again . How are you ?
Fine , thanks . And you ?
Oh , not so bad . I've been very busy , but I'm going away on holiday soon .
Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . .
New house ? Really ?
Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ?
Well , that depends . When is it ?
This Saturday evening .
Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ?
Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long . Well ? What about it ?
All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house . What would you like ?
Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary .
But I'd still like ...
Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time !
Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ?
Come any time after eight . All right ? .
Yes . Oh . by the W ..
Bye ! See you on Saturday evening .
Wait a moment , Mick . You haven't . . . Mick ? Are you still there ? You haven'tgiven me your new address . Hello ? Mick ? Hello ?
The day before yesterday . I only visited Montreal and Ottawa , but I had a great time .
Which city did you like better ?
That's hard to say ... I think Ottawa is prettier . It has better sightseeing , too . A lot of museums and galleries .
And what's Montreal like ? What did you think of it ?
Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping . The stores are cheaper and more interesting .
Which one has better nightlife ?
Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs . They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada .
Well , I've always wanted to see Vancouver . I've heard it has the most beautiful views .
Everything that came in off the fax machine last night is all on your desk . But I noticed that some of the faxes came through pretty blurred . Maybe you can take a look at them . If the copy is unreadable , I'll call them and ask them to relax .
Yeah , you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed . These copies are so dark , I can't make out any of the words .
What about that one ?
This one ? This one is so light I can barely read it . How can that be ?
You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem .
Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable !
I guess the fax machine is out of paper , too . Don't worry , I'll have someone look at it this afternoon , and in the meantime , I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine .
Oh , good ! You know , I am looking at my plate and I ordered scrambled eggs , not fried .
Oh , I just noticed that I accidentally brought you your friend's breakfast .
I can just trade with him , thank you .
And pancakes for you , sir .
I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles .
I am sorry that I misheard you .
Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs .
I will get straight back to you with your waffles .
I would appreciate that .
Stay away from me .
Are you still mad about your nose ? How is it ?
I'm serious , Zina . Back off . I have a bottle of pepper spray in my pocket .
That won't be necessary , Elvin . Look , I want to apologize for your nose . I'm sorry .
Why are you being so nice to me ? Don't think for a second that I trust you .
What are you thinking of making ?
I don't have any idea what to cook .
How about making a teriyaki bowl ?
Can you tell me how to make it ?
All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice .
Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ?
All you have to do is cook some white rice .
What do I do after that ?
Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce .
What else do I have to do ?
All that's left is to cook it .
Here are some biscuits . Why are you back so early today ?
My teacher had a sudden stomachache , so the class was cut shot . You ?
Me what ?
You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual .
It's not for us .
Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair !
Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang .
What was that again ?
It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help .
I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help .
Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking .
I'll get knee to knee with her .
Good boy . I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you .
We eat a lot of chicken , pork and beef . You eat those meat a lot in your country too , don ' t you ?
Yes , we do . We also eat a lot of lamb .
Yes . I ' Ve heard that people in your country like to eat lamb chops .
That ' s right . They taste so good . We eat them with mint sauce . Have you ever tried them ?
Yes , I have . I tried them when I visited your country last year . I thought they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
I certainly can . If I can get some from the butchers , I ' ll cook them for you .
That sounds great . I ' ll boring a bottle of wine .
Yeah . He really does let me down .
But that should not be the reason for you to lose heart .
I ' m at the end of tether . I run out of ideas .
That's Susan .
What does she do for work ?
She's a lawyer .
Is she American ?
No , but she speaks English fluently .
She's really tall . Do you know her ?
Yes , I know her . We're friends .
Who's that man standing next to her ?
Which man ?
That short guy on her right . What's his name ?
Oh , that's Matt .
He's really good looking .
Yeah .
Do you know him ?
I don't know him , but I think my sister does .
Is he married ?
Yes , he's married .
I remember now . I met him before .
Yes . Today is Tuesday , so the boss went off to his MBA seminar class . He is out of the office every Tuesday and Thursday mornings , and he has classes all day Saturday and Sunday .
What's he studying ?
He is finishing up a special continue education program for executives . He can continue working , taking a few of classes here and there , and in 2 years he will complete his MBA .
Sounds like a tiring schedule . He ' s probably got a lot of homework too , eh ?
The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him .
Why is that ?
He just has his secretary do his homework for him .
Did you notice that stop sign you ran through ?
I'm sorry , I didn't even notice it .
You didn't see it ?
I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it .
That's true . Those bushes are a problem .
I swear that I didn't mean to run it .
I can understand why you didn't stop for it .
Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ?
Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning .
Thanks a lot .
No problem . Next time , just pay closer attention .
Hold on a minute , please .
Thank you .
I'm sorry to have kept you waiting . Mr . Jones needs a telephone call from you .
Would you bring the message to my room ?
I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment .
Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately .
OK . We wait for you .
Yes .
Have you heard what happened to him ?
No , what ?
He had his car stolen . Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car .
What do you mean ?
Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in .
Crikey . Where did this happen ?
In Taichung , I think .
Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there .
Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car .
So what happened ?
Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing .
That's terrible .
Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ?
So what happened next ?
Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away .
Well , he sure was lucky .
I'll say .
It ' s harmful not only for yourself but for others .
What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking ?
Stop producing cigarettes .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
I am sure you will find our prices are most competitive . Here is our offer . All the prices on the list are firm . If your order is a sizeable one , we could reconsider our prices .
Good . Is there any commission included ? We are commission agents .
As a rule , we don't allow any commission . However , as an encouragement for businesses , we will allow you a 3 % commission .
Ok . How about the earliest possible shipment ?
By the coming September .
Could you make an offer on FOB basis ?
Certainly !
It sure was . I couldn't eat another bite .
Well , it is getting pretty late . I think we should go home .
You're right . I have to get up early to go to work tomorrow .
Let's see how much the bill is .
Don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat .
What are you talking about ? We'll split the bill .
No , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't .
No way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill .
Alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill .
That's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk .
Just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ?
You've got a deal .
Great . Bye .
Bye .
If you tell me the exact problem , I can be more helpful .
Cockroaches have declared war on my room !
Allow me to apologize . I'll give you another room right now , and a full refund for tonight .
Thank you for not asking me to collect the roaches in a jar as evidence .
Sir , only your mother wants to please you more than we do .
My feeling's exactly .
I really enjoy the beach in the summer .
I couldn't agree with you more .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
Ah , that's a good idea . But I heard the film club of our school would show a film for free . Maybe we don't need to go to the cinema .
That's good ! I've also heard there will be a party held by the Students ' Union tomorrow evening . Would you like to go with me tomorrow night ?
I'd like to , but I'm afraid I can't .
Why ? Do you have to prepare for your examination ? Oh , come on , girl , relaxation is also very important .
That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week .
Oh , God , I've forgotten it .
You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you .
Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you .
They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot .
Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ?
It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us .
So you just talk all the time ?
Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us .
That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening .
You won't be disappointed .
Yes , it is . Kelly ?
Yes , it's me .
Do you have a cold ?
No . Worse than that . I have a flu . I'm in bed with a fever .
Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ?
I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it .
I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ?
Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon .
Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ?
Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out . Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that .
Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ?
I'm not sure yet . Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think .
It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside . Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep .
Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup . Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it .
That bad , huh ?
Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever .
Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley .
Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon .
Hope you feel better .
Yes , a little breeze and a lovely moon .
And it's calm . I like the peace .
Me , too .
Are you kidding ? I ' m terrible ! But I love to watch sports . I go to football or baseball games a lot . And I read sports magazines every week .
Wow !
Do you like sports , Janice ?
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Which ad would that be ?
For the job .
Good , which job is that ? We advertised several openings .
Oh ! It was for a market sale manager . Is that still available ?
Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ?
What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ?
We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application .
Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them .
I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone .
So you're a headhunter .
We're an Employment Agency .
Yes , of course . I'll take it .
But it costs an arm and leg .
I like it .
He is in his bedroom . He has been in a bad mood after school .
What happened ? Have you talked with him ?
Yeah . He told me that he has passed over in the election of monitor .
Sure , just ask . What can I do for you ?
My car has a problem starting . Could you please take a look at it for me ?
No sweat . It ' s a piece of cake .
Are you sure ?
Absolutely . I ' m a great mechanic .
Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it .
Anytime .
Why ? it doesn't make sense . If we do the floors first , and then paint the walls , we will get paint all over our new floor .
Hmm Maybe you're right . But I can't stand all this green carpet here . And besides , I know how to paint . I will just cover everything with drop cloth . I won't get anything on the floor .
Are you sure ?
Yes , I'm sure I've done a lot of house painting in my life . And my mother was very picky . If I got even a tiny drop of paint on her furniture , she would get furious . So I learned to be very careful .
Alright . Then maybe we can do the floor first . These wood floors under this carpet are beautiful . And me too -- -- I can't wait to get all this old carpet out of here . But how can we get it out ? Do we have to hire someone ?
Absolutely not . We can remove the carpet ourselves . Carpet is held down with carpet nails . You just need to pull it hard and it will come up .
Great . Then , after we remove the carpet , we need to redo all the wood floors . Right ?
Yes . But we should hire someone for that . That will probably be expensive . And it has to be done right .
And then , after the floors are done , we can start to move our furniture in .
Sure . If we can get an appointment with someone to do the floors , we should probably be able to have the furniture in here after a week or so . I can get all the carpet out this weekend .
Hi , Steven .
How are you today ?
I ' m very well , Thank you . And you ?
I ' m fine , thanks . How is Tony ?
He ' s fine , Thanks . How ' s Emma ?
She ' s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you .
Nice to see you , too , Steven . Goodbye .
Yes , I ' m the manager here . What can I do for you , Madam ?
Did you have the room checked before we move in ?
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly . The water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . ( After checking ) I ' ll turn to it right away . I do apologize . We ' ll change your room to 2002 .
That ' s not bad . Thanks for your help .
It ' s my pleasure , Madam .
No , I shouldn ' t think so . But you must take your passport of course .
Yes , I know . I must get my traveler ' s check and some foreign currency .
Yes , you need the traveler ' s check but you needn ' t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ' t need them .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
I'm planning to go to graduate school , but I also want to find a job . Otherwise , I'll have nowhere to go if I fail the entrance exam .
Do you have a clear career path to follow ?
career path ? I'm not sure .
what kind of job do you want after graduation ?
I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ...
wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ?
I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ?
yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal .
I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career .
no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working
thank you so much for your advice . I'll think it over .
I got stuck in traffic again . There was a terrible traffic jam near the Carrefour intersection .
it's always rather congested down there during rush hour . Maybe you should try to find a different route to get home .
I don't think it can be avoided , to be honest .
perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work .
I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good .
it would be better for the environment , too .
I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city .
taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well .
the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car .
well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides .
that's true . I could certainly use the exercise !
so , are you going to quit driving to work then ?
yes , it's not good for me or for the environment .
Hi , Bill , this is my new car .
Hey , great set of wheels .
You like it , huh ?
Who wouldn't ? Wow , that's out of this world .
It is special , isn't it ?
Yeah , too cool . How much did they sold you for ?
Lots . Looks like I'll have to moonlight for the next two years .
I can imagine .
Hey , let's go for a spin . You can try it out .
I'd love to .
Ok , let's go .
Just a moment , I'm coming . ( ten minutes later ) . Now , what would you like ?
I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ?
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Sure . What would you want to have today , Chinese food or western food ?
Western food .
Here is the menu . Take your time .
Have you ever considered that perhaps we have a morale problem among our employees ? If everyone is discontent with their work , of course they won't stick arround .
Well , those do leave will soon find out the grass isn't as green on the other side of sense as they thought it was , I know Sunburst is suffering from inbreeding .
Inbreeding is a big drawback from snitching most of their employers from one or two companies .
With Susan leaving , we should probably look to someone new on board .
Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people .
Maybe we should start shopping around the competitors people .
Neither . The game ended in two all .
But I still think AC milan's defence seems better organized .
But the Brazilian is tougher .
True . When I tell my kids to behaves themselves , they will make a face and slip away .
Kids are kids .
Sure . What is it ?
I think you can give me some advice . You have worked here longer , and I just want to know what you think .
I'm glad to help you . But what is it you want to ask about ?
I am worried about the meeting this morning .
Why ? I think the meeting went well .
Really ?
Yes . But what are you worried about ?
I'm afraid I was too rude .
Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ?
Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry .
I understand . But really you weren't rude at all . You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that .
Really ?
Yes .
But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that .
You mean because you are a woman ?
Yes . And he is the president of the company .
Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond . He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all . He appreciates people for their ideas . And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women .
I am very happy to hear that , Karen . It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company .
I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs .
Good . Thank you for telling me this .
Any time . If you have a good idea , don't be afraid to speak up . This is a company that appreciates initiative .
Uh , yes . I'm going to the States and I need some traveler's checks .
All right . How much do you need ?
One thousand U . S . dollars .
One thousand U . S . Mm hmm . And are you going to pay cash ?
Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account .
All right . Now can I have your passbook ?
Right . Here it is .
Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ?
Mm . In hundreds , please .
Why not send them short messages ?
Can short messages reach them ?
Short messages will be kept in the short messages center . Once they open the handsets they will receive them , which is better than you can't find them .
Why haven't I thought of this skill ?
I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge .
I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ?
I almost can't live without messages , from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations .
The days are getting longer !
May and Daniel often like this kind of weather .
Yeah , they can enjoy themselves in the day time and it is not so hot .
Honey , how about taking them to the beach this weekend ?
That's great !
Since last time we've climbed the mountain , we haven't gone out for a long time .
And this kind of weather is rare for the season either .
Yes , I remember last year this time , the weather is so hot .
So we must seize this chance to go the beach .
Daniel loves the beach very much !
He will enjoy himself this weekend .
Where to ?
Hi . What ' s up ?
There ' re some problems in my apartment . First , the faucet in the bathtub drips constantly .
Okay , I ' ll ask my plumber to come by and fix it today . What else ?
One of the burners on the stove doesn ' t work .
What ' s the matter with it ?
I can ' t control the temperature .
I ' ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ?
Well , there ' s one more thing . The telephone is dead .
I ' m sorry . There ' s nothing I can do about that . You ' Ve got to call the phone company .
Okay . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
Yes . I ' m looking for a winter jacket .
What size are you looking for ?
A medium is fine for me .
How about this one ?
I don ' t like the color .
What color do you like ?
Blue .
How about that one ?
Yes . It ' s nice . Can I try it on ?
Sure . There is a changing room behind you .
Thank you . I ' ll be right back .
Well , for many international students , coming to the United States and living here and studying can be quite a daunting experience , especially when finding a house on campus or off campus .
Do you have any advice ?
I think first of all for first-time students , coming and living on campus in dormitories can provide a certain level of security .
Anything else ?
Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus .
I will think over your advice .
Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck !
I really appreciate your help .
oh yeah ?
It was one of the best times in my life . It was tough , but I made it . I became a college graduate .
how did you feel when you graduated ?
it was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
what did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
it was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
how could it be ?
while seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
you didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
I always do . Did you go to school today ?
No , I didn't .
You should have , but have you seen any movies lately ?
That was an odd change of subject .
Maybe it was , but answer the question .
No , not recently .
I want to go to see a movie this weekend .
What's stopping you then ?
I don't want to go alone .
So , will you be at school tomorrow ?
No , I want to go to the movies instead .
yes . Should we go there by bus so we aren't late ?
actually , why don't we go there by bike ? We could get stuck in traffic if we travel by bus in such hour .
that's true . Cycling is good for our environment , too . Let me just get my helmet then .
is your helmet comfortable ?
not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
is that your new bicycle ?
yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
it's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
that's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
it's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
Yeah , I've been there twice .
Really ? Tell me about it . What's it like ?
Oh , it's fantastic .
Where did you go ?
On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto .
What did you think of Tokyo ?
Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too .
Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds !
And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive .
And how about Kyoto ?
Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens . It ' s a very historic city .
How was the weather ?
I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October . It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity .
Sounds perfect . I can't wait !
The dress was on sale yesterday .
Are you sure ? I'd be happy to pay the sale price today .
I'm so sorry , but rules are rules .
OK , I'll just check out a few other stores .
I'm sorry I couldn't help you .
Thank you . I'm wearing make-up .
Who taught you to put on make-up ?
It's me . I have studied make-up at a beauty shop .
Can you teach me how to do make-up ?
Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes .
What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ?
I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls .
How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ?
I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips .
How did you grow such long nails ?
You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time .
It ' s good . But to tell you the truth , I don ' t wear perfume .
I ' m sorry . I didn ' t know that .
That ' s all right . Thank you all the same .
Mike ? How can you trust him to help us ?
Why not ?
He is too unpredictable . He says anything that pops into his head . And then he forgets it all .
Good idea .
What happened ?
I got a job offer from Dell .
That's great . I thought you said you didn't get the job .
I thought I did bad on the interview , but I guess I was wrong . I'm so happy right now .
I bet . That's great news . I'm very happy for you .
Thanks . I feel like celebrating . Let's go have a beer . It's on me .
Sounds good .
It's my pleasure . Hope you ' ll visit Beijing more often .
Thanks . Stop here now .
OK . I hope you have a good trip . Thanks ever so much for your cooperation , Mr . Simpson . Give my best wishes to Mr . Green .
OK , I will . Goodbye and remember to look me up if ever you're in Paris .
Goodbye and all the best .
OK , bye for now !
Bye .
I'm all right , thanks . Just a little tired .
Late night ?
Yeah , I got home around two .
Yes . I've read it carefully .
And do you have any questions ?
No . But the contract stipulates that I will teach 22 hours a week . Will you have thatmany classes for me right away ?
No , probably not . For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours .
But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month . Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours .
I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract . For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach . When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect . Is that alright with you ?
Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ?
I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs . We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us . We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient .
I can accept that .
Good . And your benefits will begin immediately .
Even my health insurance ?
Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow . And your free membership in the club starts today if you like .
I have a few questions about the free membership .
What would you like to know ?
Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ?
Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers .
What are bar vouchers ?
Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers . The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge . But we don't offer vouchers to employees .
But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant .
That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members . You get more benefits than they do .
So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract . But we won't sign it yet . That right ?
Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything . So that you understand the terms .
I understand . And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it .
I'm very pleased . We look forward to having you here , Miss Briggs .
Yes , I am . You must be Tom . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too . Let me help you with your bags .
Be careful , Tom . Those are pretty heavy .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
I rather doubt it . You ' re cheated by his appearance , I think .
Don't be so jealous . He never speaks ill of you before me .
Yeah . I'll miss all of you , too . But I'll keep in touch .
No problem , sir . There's a copy machine in our computer lab .
Very good . How much does each copy cost ?
Each copy will cost you a dime , sir .
A dime ? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel .
There aren't many things you can get for a nickel , sir .
Sure , Johnny , how much do you need ? five bucks ?
Come on , Dad , I need thirty thousand . I wanna get into the market . You know , I ' m tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn , the inevitable recession , people stuffing their money in their mattresses . I look at this as an opportunity . This is a chance for me to get a jump start on building my nest egg .
I don ' t know about that ; with all the uncertainty in the markets right now , it would be a very unwise decision to invest . I don ' t know if you ' re aware son , but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently . There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months , and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy . There ' s just too much instability . I wouldn ' t feel comfortable investing in this climate .
But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity . And anyway , I ' m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example , they have 1 . 4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity .
Come on , son , you ' re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point .
Fine , then ! If that ' s the way you feel , so be it . But you ' re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ' m going to go hit up Mum for the cash .
Sounds good . When and where shall we meet ?
Let me see . How about 6:30 at the gate of the club ?
Fine , see you then .
Well , it's hard to say . I cough a lot in the evening .
You'd better give up smoking . It's bad for your health .
You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
So what ? Are we going anywhere ?
Yes , have you forgotten ? We have arranged to go to Mary's to watch some videos tonight .
Oh , I'm sorry I forgot all about it . Well , can I take a rain check ?
What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there .
I'm terribly sorry , Rose . But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me .
Don't mention it .
I ' ll have the kung PAO chicken , please .
Certainly sir , would you like some rice or noodles with that ?
Just some fried rice please .
Ok , would you like some soup as well ?
No , thanks .
Thank you very much . Your food will be ready soon .
No , I'm full . My stomach isn't growling at me any more .
I know what you mean . I'm so full that I can burst . Shall we go then ?
I'm all set . Thank you for the dinner , Jack .
You are welcome .
Not yet . I am looking for a black suitcase .
Is there any special brand you'd like ?
Yes . I would prefer Nike .
The franchised store is on the second floor .
Thank you .
You would like me to send this to all managerial staff ? I'm sorry , sir , could you please clarify ? Who all is included in managerial staff ?
Managerial staff is anyone who is in a position of authority or responsibility , or who has anyone working under them . It includes all supervisors and department heads .
What about the senior account managers ? Do they count ?
No , they are in a position of leadership and have more experience than normal account managers , but they do not directly supervise others . They are not members of the managerial staff and will not be included in our training .
You look a bit pale , don't you ?
Yes , I can't sleep well every night .
You should get plenty of sleep .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
Oh , to be frank , I think it's sheer waste of time to watch it .
Yes , I agree , but still a lot of people watch it .
But I don't think much of it .
It's an excellent one . I like it very much .
Why ?
It includes a lot of useful words and phrases .
I agree with you .
Don ' t worry about it , I ' ll call my friend and have him take care of it . I can ' t believe he was stalking you all these years . What a nut job !
I know ! Well ... he said I ' m not pregnant . I ' m sorry if I got you all worked up over nothing . I want you to know that I didn ' t do it on purpose ...
Don ' t apologize ! From the moment I met you , not a day has gone by when I haven ' t thought of you . And now that I ' m with you again , I ' m ... I ' m just scared , Veronica . The closer I get to you , the worse it gets . The thought of not being with you , I mean , I just can ' t handle it ! We were made for each other , Veronica . You are my everything , my soul mate . What can I do ?
Just hold me ... I ' ll always be here for you , no matter what . And together , we can tackle whatever life throws at us . I believe in us , steven .
I ' m so happy to hear that ! I knew we belong together . I love you so much .
You got me on that one .
What's the problem ?
I can't work out this problem .
Let me take a look . Maybe I can figure it out .
Thanks . I really appreciate it .
Yes , I need to buy a computer for this semester . I was told it is cheaper to buy computers here .
Well , you heard right . You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here . We have great discounts for students .
I don't know much about computers . But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend--the Power Macintosh G3 . It comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
Oh yeah ? What do you need to go shopping for ?
I want to find a new bedroom set .
Do you know where you're going to find your bedroom set ?
I have no clue .
There's no particular place that you want to look at ?
I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set .
I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like .
Please do .
I bought mine from IKEA .
Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ?
Not really , but you're paying for quality .
We appreciate your intention , but the amount of your orders last year was moderate .
That's true . However at the Fair last March , people were so interested in Chinese garments that the demand this year will surely increase .
Do you think it will help if we appoint a local agent ?
I'm sure it will , if we are appointed your agent . Your garments are attractive , and we , a well-established importer with multiple sales channels , can boost the sales .
Well , we'll consider your proposal .
Yes , thank you . I ' Ve already been helping myself .
This dish tastes terrific . Would you like to try a little ? It is a little hot , but very good .
I like hot food , especially Sichuan cuisine .
Would you like another beer ?
I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me .
Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers !
Bottom's up , and you're right . This meal is incredible . I wish I had known this restaurant before . Thanks for bringing me here . I know I'll be back soon .
Do you have any idea how many you'd like ?
I think 2,000 would be enough .
Would you fill out this form , please ?
I don't want to make any changes to my old card .
If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner .
... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model .
Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now .
I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ?
We can certainly give you faster turn around , but it will cost you extra .
Sports .
Like what ?
Basketball and swimming .
I'd like to book a table tonight .
Yes , Sir . For how many people , please ?
Eight .
What time ?
Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ?
So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ?
Maybe not , thank you all the same then .
I need to increase the amount of my L / C . It's quite a new one ; I opened it 12 days ago .
What you need to do is apply for an amendment on your existing L / C .
How do I go about that ?
You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this .
OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now .
Thanks . Yes ... that's all in order . What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank . As soon as we know anything , we'll contact you .
What is it , dear ?
Well , I need to get some female stuff .
You mean stuff like tampons and sanitary napkins ?
Yeah . I didn't know what they're called in English .
Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket .
I'll keep that in mind .
Good morning , Miss White . You are half an hour early .
I don't want to make a bad impression .
Come on over . This is your desk , and this is your time card . Be sure to clock in and out before and after you work .
I will .
One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat .
I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ?
Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ' ll have to return them to the company .
What's the extension number for my phone ?
The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that .
Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ?
Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business .
I understand .
When you settle down , I'll show you around and introduce you to the department managers .
I think you'd better apologize .
Oh , but I can't . It wasn't my fault .
Maybe not , but I advice you to say it was your fault .
For sure ! I didn ' t really understand some of the technical jargon they used in the film when they talked about social security in the US .
Like what ?
Well , they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K ?
Yeah , I know it sounds weird , but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement . Through a you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan . Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire , you can rest peacefully on your nest egg .
That ' s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ' t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that .
That seems a bit unstable don ' t you think ?
Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank .
I ' Ve been thinking of doing that lately ! I don ' t want some banker to run off with my money !
No , this is just my appetizer ... this is my lunch !
A candy bar for an appetizer and a piece of pie for lunch ! That's all junk !
This is good food , it has milk , fruit , grains , nuts ...
Sugar , sugar , preservatives , fats , more sugar , more fat , more preservatives !
At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ?
My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken .
There's the difference , your wife made it ! I have to make my own lunch !
I want to send some money to Hangzhou . Today , if possible .
That's no problem . There are 3 ways you can do this , firstly you can send the money account to account , or you can choose to send cash to account or you can send cash to individual . Which service would you like ?
I think account to individual would be best . But which is the quickest way ?
If you choose our Urgent Remittance Service the money can be there within 2 hours . There will be a 1 % handling fee and then you need to pay 12 RIB for the Express Delivery Service .
Right , that's fine . I'd like it to get there as quickly as possible .
What is it ? Maybe I can help .
I never know when to shake hands and when not to . Can you tell me something about it ?
Do you come from a country where they shake hands ?
Oh yes . Men , women , and children shake hands all the time .
It ' s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ' t .
But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too .
Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do .
That sounds easy enough .
Sure . Once you get the hang of it , it ' s a piece of cake ! It ' s nothing to worry about .
Follow me and I will lead you to your seat .
Thank you . Can you please put my luggage in the overhead bin for me ?
Of course .
Thanks so much .
OK , but I think you should keep an eye on your plan if you see what I mean .
I know it ' s so costly , but ...
No buts . The thing is to cut down your expense , Judie .
I don't have time to talk to her now .
OK , I'll take a message .
Thank you .
Oh , don ' t go yet . Let ' s at least have one more .
No , thank you . I can ' t .
It ' s too bad that you have to leave so early .
Thank you very much . I had a really good time .
Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon .
That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ' s assuming you don ' t mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 .
ok , got it . I ' ll call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It ' s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon .
I hope so , too . Bye ! Ben .
Hi . I ' m calling about your continuing education program .
What would you like to know ?
I want to become certified in computer programming . Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education ?
Yes , we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects .
How do I sign up ?
If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms .
Great !
Don't tell me it affects our flight .
It has been delayed .
Did they say for how long ?
No , but probably until there is a break in the storm .
So we can't really go anywhere , can we ?
I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates .
I brought some cards . Are you up for a long game ?
She is going to get married .
No wonder ! Who is the bridegroom ?
I don ' t know .
Yes ?
He's swimming in the cold sea . He must be very strong .
Sure he is . Winter swimming does good to health , I hear .
I went to school today . Did you go to school ?
I couldn't go to school today , I was sick .
That's horrible . I'd be happy to give you the assignments from English class .
Thank you very much , that's kind of you .
Don't mention it .
When you miss a day of school , I'll be happy to give you the English assignments .
That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow .
You're really sporty !
I want to do everything I can .
Do you have clubs ?
No . Can I rent clubs ?
There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times .
What kinds of clubs ?
Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 .
I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me .
Okay .
That's a wonderful choice .
I have chosen January as the month for this retreat .
January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays .
Yes , maybe another choice might be better .
I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains .
Thank you for thinking of that .
Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer .
That is a good idea .
I'll take care of taking the survey and get back to you with the answers .
Thank you for your consideration . We will inform you of our intention as soon as possible .
I hope you'll see that we are really doing our utmost .
Pleased to meet you , Mr . Brown .
Please have a seat . I know our employment officer has already given you the information about your employee contract , but I ' d like to go over the main details again before signing the contract . First , you ' ll be getting a monthly salary , with one month paid vacation after one year of service . No probation is involved .
That ' s what I understand .
You ' ll be covered by our medical plan while on duty . Since you ' ll be middle-anagement , you , re expected to be available up to one hour past normal working hours . Any approved overtime that will be paid at time , which you can take as salary or time off .
Exactly my understanding .
A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ?
Yes , I have .
Do you have any questions ?
Just one . I noticed an item about flextime . Is that a possibility for me ?
Yes it is , but you ' ll have to discuss the details with your manager .
Good . Now , if you ' ll just sign here , you can start work in 3 days .
Hi . You called and said I should come in . It's about some documents that have arrived for Nobut Foods .
Just pulling up your information now . Yes , some documents arrived for you from Sapporo .
Oh great ! We've been waiting for those . Is everything alright with them ?
Actually , there is a problem . It's the goods description , it's a little different on the invoice , but this does happen sometimes .
No , everything has to be perfect .
No problem , I'll just get the form for you .
I need to get a passport .
You will need to apply for one .
When will I be able to do that ?
You can do it right now , if you ' d like .
That ' s fine .
Please fill out this application .
Then what do I do ?
I just need to take your picture .
How long will it take for my passport to be ready ?
You will get it in a few weeks .
That ' s perfect .
Just a few cookies .
That's fine with me .
Marketing has us set up with product launches in five major cities , as well as some sponsoring events throughout the year . All together , there will be 15 events .
What kind of sponsoring are we talking about ? I don't know how effective sponsorship really is ...
It's not what you're thinking . These events will give us a wider exposure than most . Take the tri-city marathon for starters . This is a highly publicized event . The television exposure alone will nearly double our customer awareness .
Other than the marathon , what else is on the list ?
We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program .
Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ?
It might seem that way , but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research . These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about .
You should wear a formal dress and be confident .
What application materials should I take ?
You should take several resumes and some copies of your graduate diploma .
There are many famous resorts in Egypt . You can have a good time here .
But I'm going to stay here only for two days .
I'm afraid two days isn't enough for you to see all the places of interest .
What shall I do then ?
If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent .
It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs .
You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want .
OK . I know what to do now . Thank you .
Certainly . What kind of novel did you have in mind ?
I'm not really sure . I don't like romance novels , but any other genre is okay , as long as the book's good .
Well , let me see ... This Stephen King novel is a real thriller .
Sorry , I forgot to mention that I don't like horror much , either .
That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ?
Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now .
There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend .
I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else .
How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done .
That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help .
Don't mention it .
Actually , yes I do . I was wondering about the subscription fee . And how much will you charge me during the time of redeeming this new fund ?
The subscription fee is charged at a rate of 1 . 2 % . But for redeeming , a rate of a usual 0 . 5 % , we shall charge you 1 . 6 % if you apply to buy it after the fund-raising period .
So , it's going to cost me then ?
I'm afraid so , yes . There is always some risk on the buyer's part .
Oh , how annoying !
The time of departure will be announced as soon as possible .
What a nuisance !
Speaking . May I help you ?
What kind of food do you serve ?
We serve a great variety of popular Japanese dishes in set courses , and also many meat dishes .
I see . That sounds fine . Until what time are you open ?
We are open until 10 but our last order for dinner is at 9:30 pm .
Fine . Well be there before then .
Thank you , sir . We look forward to welcoming you .
What kind would you like ?
What kind of internet is there ?
You can get DEL or dial-up .
Which of those two is best ?
I would recommend DEL .
So that one better ?
It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone .
What do you mean by that ?
DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is .
So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ?
That's correct . With DEL you can do both .
It's a small .
How is the condition ? How old is it ?
It has never been worn . It was too small for me so I'm selling it .
Why didn't you return the shirt or exchange it ?
I got it as a gift so I couldn't take it back . Good luck ! I hope it will fit you !
Of course not .
OK . Does your present employer know that you are going to leave ?
Yes . I gave her my resignation a few days ago .
Will she let you leave your present job ?
Yes , I think she will .
Why do you want to leave your present job ?
Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay .
I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ?
Yes . It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago .
No , I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway .
Ok .
It was me . I am so sorry .
What did you think you were doing ?
I had to move it , so that I can get my bike through .
How dare you be so inconsiderate ? That's wrong .
I am awfully sorry . I didn't think you would mind so much .
Never do that again .
I promise .
Say it .
As you know , we should work out cautious and detailed plan for our promotion , so as to guide our company to be successful in the new product , L-series .
That's right . And in my opinion , to push the sale of the new products is not an easy task .
I know that . I need to discuss this with Arden . And in his opinion , we should widen the scope of our ads , so newspaper and Internet should be adopted in this campaign .
Could you put it in detail ?
Well . We plan to contact www . on-line advertising . com . cn and Shanghai Morning Newspaper to discuss the advertisement schedule .
I think the idea is very good . In the promotion campaign , two or more media are used together , so as to draw customers ' attention and keep hold their attention to larger extent .
What kind of media do you recommend ?
I think TV is also an effective media , as long as our company is willing to spend more money on it .
Well . Arden just mentioned the paper and the on-sales . And I can talk about TV with him later , because TV promotion gets more and more popular among consumers .
I also think good advertising is essential to call attention to a product and introduce our L-series products . Meanwhile , ads are also the representation of the company's image .
Yes , we do . The most popular vegetables are potatoes , carrots , peas , and cauliflower . The most popular fruit are apples , bananas , pears , peaches , grapes , and oranges . Do you like vegetables ?
I like them very much . We also eat a lot of vegetables in my country , buy we eat different kinds .
Which kinds of vegetables do people in your country usually eat ?
We eat a lot of sweet corn , broccoli and eggplant .
I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ' s quite expensive in my country , so I don ' t eat it often .
Why is it relatively expensive ?
Because we don ' t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries .
I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country .
We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ' s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket .
Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ' s very rare in mine .
A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables . Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years . I prefer to buy fresh vegetables .
I can't agree with you . She's pretty , but she always blows hot and cold .
What makes you think so ?
She's my sister , you know .
In a while , crocodile .
I'd like to hire a bike . I think it would be a good idea to do some cycling on Sunday .
If the weather's fine .
I am sure it will be . It's been good so far this weekend .
I know a good place to hire bikes if you want .
Thanks . That would be really helpful .
But remember , be careful when you ride a bike . The traffic in Beijing can be dangerous .
It was great . I had a really good time .
What classes did you have ?
Well , I had English from 9 o'clock to 11 o'clock , art from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock , and math from 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock .
What do you think about the teachers ?
To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ' s so boring !
That ' s too bad . How was your English teacher ?
She was great . In today ' s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing .
Where is she from ?
She said that she ' s from a small town in the middle of America .
Were you able to understand everything that she said ?
Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ' t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her .
She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ' ll pass her class ?
Yes ... with flying colors !
What does that mean ?
It ' s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well !
If you like the class this much already , I ' m sure you will .
I hope so .
did she give you any homework ?
not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework ,
no wonder you like the class so much .
Sure , I'd love to .
I'm doing business through Internet now .
Oh , really ? Is it a good way ?
Yes , very good .
What advantages does it have ?
It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time .
Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap .
Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ?
To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways .
You mean there may be credit problems ?
Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided .
Will you give some suggestion ?
Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thanks . Maybe I will do business through Internet in the future .
Yes , may I know your name ?
I'm Michael Smith from Eale Corporation . Pleased to meet you .
Really ? My name is Gretchen Hammer . What is your name ?
My name is Phillip Hammer . I think we are related . Who is your dad ?
Jacob Hammer . He is originally from Holland .
That's my uncle . You're my cousin ! Hi cousin !
It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big .
It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ?
I always make time for family .
I couldn't agree with you more .
Well , the pulp falls from a box onto the first part of the paper machine , which is basically a wire bed with large holes in it , where most of the water is extracted .
So , is it actually paper at this stage ?
Yes , it is . But we need to take out more water . So it then passes through a series of rollers , where more water is squeezed out . After that it goes through the dryers , which are at a very high temperature . The paper is then coated . And finally it's wound onto reels and cut down into smaller lengths .
Uh , just for fun . Happy Easter , Mom . We got you these Easter lilies .
They're beautiful . Taylor , you're so pale and skinny !
Of course I'm pale . It's just now the beginning of spring . I don't have my summer tan yet .
I guess . Are you sure you're taking care of yourself ?
I'm fine , Mom . Remember Holly ? This is her roommate , Yi-jun ..
that's very kind of you to say so . Let's try some after-dinner wines .
great . Sweet wines are my favorite . They always make a great finish to a decisions meal .
do you prefer brandy or ports .
port , please .
excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor .
the port is exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ?
yes . You always have a good nose for wines .
next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine .
oh , what's that ?
it's made from naturally frozen grapes .
why not ? It sounds great .
oh , here's to your health .
thanks . Cheers .
cheers .
I just had a quarrel with him .
Would you rather I taught him a lesson for you ?
No , thanks .
Well , frankly speaking , I am running a little behind . It's 40 % done .
Do you have any problem during the process ? You should speed things up .
I have little chance to communicate with colleagues when I have problems . They are always too busy to help a green hand like me .
Have you ever helped others when they are in trouble ? Most will give a hand to someone who has helped him .
I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me .
And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work .
I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them .
Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience .
Thank you so much .
And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge .
That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books .
We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books .
Well , I will do it better .
If you have any problem in your work , let me know .
Thanks very much . I promise I will work harder .
That's all right .
I don't know . What do you want to do ?
I have no idea . Do you think we're in a rut ?
What do you mean ?
Well , we do the same things every weekend . We go to the same restaurants . We see the same friends . You know what I mean ?
Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight .
Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue .
An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad .
I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ?
Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night .
Yeah , definitely , tomorrow night .
Awesome , we went to Australia and New Zealand .
That must have been wonderful . Do anything interesting ?
Well , we went bungee jumping when we were in Australia .
Wow ! Isn ' t that dangerous ?
A little , but the rush was worth it .
Tell me about it .
We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us .
500 feet ! I would never be able to do that .
Yeah , It was scary , but exhilarating .
But this is how I like them , Mum . They ' re just beginning to look right .
Well , you ' d better get another pair for work at least or you ' re sacking on the spot .
I'm tired of Mexican food . Besides , you picked the restaurant last week .
OK , you win . You pick the restaurant this time .
Morning , Mike .
I ' m sorry that I was absent yesterday .
I ' Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ?
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
Dear , this bakery has introduced some new types of cake recently and you can eat as much as you can .
I'm not surprised .
What's the problem ?
My brother in-law just dropped in from the states .
Yeah , and ?
I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake !
Why ?
He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile .
I guess you think twice next time he comes .
You can say that again .
So how long has he here for ?
Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming .
Well , I know you do the right thing .
Yes , this is Julianne Horton , and I ' m calling to arrange an appointment with Ms . McNeal .
Certainly , what day were you thinking of ?
How ' s Thursday ? Does she have any time available then ?
Um . . . let me double check . . . unfortunately , she ' s booked solid on Thursday , how does next Monday work for you ?
Actually , I ' Ve got something scheduled on Monday . Can she do Tuesday ?
Sure , Tuesday ' s perfect . May I ask where you ' re calling from ?
Sure , Merton Financial Advisors .
Oh , actually , Tuesday ' s no good . Sorry about that .
Sorry , I can ' t .
Tomorrow night , then ?
I ' d like to . But I ' m afraid I can ' t .
I ' m wondering if you like to go to the theatre then .
That ' s sounds great .
Ok . How about give me a ring , then ?
No . I ' d better not .
Why not ?
Because I don ' t think my husband would like it . Thank you for inviting me anyway .
I ' m just finishing now , ma ' am . I ' ll have them ready within the hour .
All right , thanks .
You ' re welcome , ma ' am . I ' ll call you when they ' re ready .
I finished Young Primary School in 1998 , and entered Xi ' an Middle School that same September . I graduated from there in July of 2004 , and that September I entered Wuhan University , where I'm studying now .
How do you think the education you have received will contribute to your work in this company ?
I think I have a good understanding of fundamentals in the areas your company deals with , and I can go on from here to build up the specific skills and knowledge I need to do my job well .
Your graduation thesis was on Medical Application of Laser , right ? What were your conclusions ?
Yes . I did some work on that , and I found out some really interesting things about the conductivity of liquid helium . I was sure I had a great discovery until my teacher told me the same discovery already made twenty years ago . I think the most important thing , I learnt though , was the importance of keeping good records .
Okay . Do you have a particular size in mind ?
Well , the bigger the better , I think .
Look at this one . It's our biggest pan .
Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me .
Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum .
Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle .
Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle .
Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one .
That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ?
Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too .
I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is .
I ' Ve often wondered the same thing . I also wonder who reads them . Then I realize that I ' m standing here reading them myself .
It looks as though everyone in line reads them , or at least looks at the headlines .
I think we picked the right line . This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others .
Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food .
I ' m glad . We have only about twenty things here , and I ' m in a hurry to get home .
Say what you want to say .
You see . The wage is not paid yet , I am wondering if you could possibly lend me some money .
I am sorry . But I do not have any money to lend to you .
You must be joking . The job is nice and she is well paid .
It's true , but she says she is tired of counting others ' money .
I'm afraid you are beginning to look a little overweight . You really need to stop smoking . That's the main reason you're unhealthy .
I guess you're right . I've tried stopping , but I just can't seem to quit .
Why don't you try smoking one cigarette less each day ? How many do you smoke each day now ?
I smoke around 30 each day .
Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far .
If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline .
Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition .
I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill .
Good idea . Remember to eat healthily too . The trainers at the fitness centre will be able to advise you on your diet .
Yes . I'd like to borrow these books .
Just a second . I'll see if I can find them for you .
Thanks .
Here you are . You must return them within a month .
What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ?
You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them .
OK . Thank you very much for your trouble .
No trouble at all . So long .
Pardon ?
What university would you enter ?
University ? Why ? You asked me last year .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
What ? What ' s the good news ?
My son , Harvey just got into Harvard ! He starts next September .
That ' s wonderful ! You must be really proud of him !
We've brought you a little something from the place down the street , Kitty Cafe-Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee beans !
Mmm , smells good . Sure better than my instant . But please don't tell me this is another coffee-themed pitch . I thought I told you ...
... yes , but this one has an all-new buzz .
Ok , do you want us to use starch ?
Yes , heavy starch in the collar , please .
Yes , sir . Your shirts will be ready by Thursday morning . Anything else ?
I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned . Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow ? It's urgent .
No problem , sir .
Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ?
We remain open from 9am till 8p m .
I see .
Here is your laundry ticket , sir .
Thank you . I'd like to get my laundry .
Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket , please ?
Here you are .
Yes , they are ready to go .
Can you sew on these buttons ?
No problem .
How much for the shirts ?
10 dollars .
Here is the money , keep the change .
Thank you , bye .
Yes , here you go .
Will you be checking any bags today .
Yes , I ' d like to check three pieces .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' s absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
I'm not sure .
One of your brake lights is out .
Really ? I'm sorry . I did not know that .
I'm going to give you a ticket .
Why can't you just let me off with a warning ?
It's just a ticket .
How much is the fine ?
The judge will let you know .
I have to be at court ?
Of course .
All right . Just give me the ticket .
This is he .
Dr Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested . Could you make it a quarter to two ?
All right .
Am I late for the party ? Looks everyone is already here . Hope I didn ' t miss something interesting .
No , you are just on time . We haven ' t really started yet .
Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
Would you like me to leave the samples with you ?
Yeah , why don ' t you do that , and then you can give me a call sometime next week .
Fine , Mr . Grant . Thanks for your time . I ' ll talk to you next week .
I wasn't quite prepared for the view of the Earth as we left . It was just awe-inspiring . It emerged from just a slightly curved horizon to a whole Earth , where you could look across oceans and continents in a single glance . I wasn't quite prepared for that . It's inevitably etched in my memory .
When viewing the Earth from space , do you feel detached from humanity or more a part of the totality of humankind ?
Detached . You're literally detached from one planet , captured by another . Your only link to reality is the Earth out there ; fortunate - 1y , it stays in view the whole time .
There're a lot of suspicions that the International Space Station is never going to become reality . Is it going to be some future project that never happens ?
I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground .
There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ?
I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell .
You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait .
If I were the man making the decisions , you could get in line tomorrow . I strongly support ordinary people going into space . Unfortunately , I don't think it will be in the near future .
This is him speaking .
I am calling to inform you that we're happy to have you with us . Welcome aboard , I'm sure your friend would have given you a lot of information of our school and its motto , ways of teaching , etc .
Yes . I am very glad to have the chance .
Hey , that was quite the presentation ! Honestly , I was completely blown away by your strategy outline . I've gotta say , Alex , you really wowed me today .
Aw , come on ; it was nothing . I'm just doing my job .
No , I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean , if I look back on your previous presentations , this is a huge improvement .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
To this place , please .
Star Hotel . OK .
How long does it take to get to the hotel ?
About 20 minutes .
Here's the hotel .
How much is the fare ?
That's 10 dollars .
Don't worry about the cost . Our insurance policy covers us against situations like this . We need those parts urgently . Could you please try to get them here tomorrow ?
Not really .
Have you paid the airport fee ?
Yes , and I have already gone through the safety inspection .
In that case , please get your passport and boarding card ready . Just wait in the terminal for twenty more minutes . You will hear the announcement .
Thank you .
Not because I ' m keeping an eye on the baby .
Where is the baby ' s mother ?
She is at the supermarket downstairs . She said she would be back in about half an hour .
Not really , Betty . What do you need ?
My fax machine ' s on the blink . Would you take a look at it ?
Sure . I just need to do one other job first . How about if I come up around 11:30 ?
At least you haven't landed in the water yet . I've done that on the last two holes .
Could you hand me my wedge ? I'll try ...
Here you go . I'll wait for you to get on the green before I putt .
No . you go ahead and putt it out . Then I'Il go .
No way , Mary . I'm going to let you go first . I don't want the pressure of putting first .
Have you any package tour to Italy ?
Yes , of course . Here are all the tour routes we have to Italy .
How long does the route No . 5 last ?
2 weeks . Is that OK ?
We have just 10 days for the vacation .
We serve excellent Chinese food . Which style do you prefer ?
I know nothing about Chinese food . Could you give me some suggestions ?
It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food , Shandong food , Sichuan food etc .
Is there any difference ?
Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy .
How about Sichuan food ?
Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently .
Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ?
I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor .
Thank you .
It's my pleasure .
Nice to meet you , Lvan . My name is Alike . I'm from Japan .
To me English is a difficult language .
A second language is always difficult .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
I'd love to go out with you , but I'm sorry I'm busy tonight , but I'd like a rain check .
OK .
Yes . We have socks made of various materials . These socks are of imported wool .
Can you guarantee the quality ?
Yes , absolutely .
Where are the panty-hose ?
Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here .
What ' s to get ready ?
Lots ! Have you done any research about the company ?
Nope .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
Yes , speaking . What can I do for you ?
I am responsible for verifying your information before you come for the interview . What , uh , position do you want ... uh ... to do ?
Pardon ? Your way of articulating is too slow . Would you speak a little faster ?
Sorry , I am used to speaking in a slow pace , but I will try to be faster . What position do you want to do ?
I have been yearning for a job as a stewardess in an airline like yours .
Yes , tomorrow is my friend's birthday . Could I arrange a birthday party for him through you ?
Certainly .
I want to order a large birthday cake , several kinds of cold dishes , pastries and fruits .
Any drinks ?
I've got whiskey and brandy but I need some beer and soda . That ' s all .
Hello ? Mr . Bernie . My name is Lisa . I hope I ' m not disturbing you . I just heard about your daughter . I wanted to call you and tell you how much we ' ll miss her .
I ' m sorry . I think you are calling the wrong person . My name is not Mr . Bernie .
What ? That ' s odd . I ' m so sorry if I ' Ve bothered you .
No problem .
We'd better go out for a walk .
Which season do you like best ?
Spring .
How about summer ?
I dislike it most .
Why ?
Because the hottest season is summer in a year .
But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons .
Were you here last week ?
I was unable to make it .
How come ?
I was sick that day , and couldn't make it .
Well , here are the notes .
Are there any more ?
Sorry , here you go .
Thanks a lot .
No problem .
I really want to stay a little longer , but I still have a meeting to attend . All in all , I am so impressed by your hospitality and your warm welcome . Thank you for the trouble you have taken .
Just as what I said in my welcome speech , Mr . Ross's visit to our company is meaningful for both our two companies . Thank you very much for your visiting . We will miss you all the time .
During my trip here , I learned a lot and I get to know our choice of choosing your company as our partner is definitely right . I can feel and sense the potential of your company . And at last I wish our further cooperation will be sound and successful .
That's our pleasure . Mr . Ross , your visit leaves gorgeous memory here . And I hope Mr . Halmiton , the president of your company can also have the chance to visit our company soon . Remember me to him , please .
Of course , I will .
I ' Ve been away on holidays for sometime .
No wonder I haven ' t seen you recently . Where did you spend your holidays ?
I went with my husband . Our first stop was Bangkok . We stayed there for 5 days . Then we flew to Hong Kong , stopover for 3 days . Our last stop was China . We visited the Great Wall .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
You mean with my performance ?
Yes ! We have all assumed that you were the quiet , shy type .
I guess everyone has a few secrets up their sleeve .
Where did you learn to sing like that ?
I was part of a band in school .
You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ?
Come on ! This is work . Don't you think that would be a little weird ?
Yes , I hear about it every time she comes here .
She was the head janitor at St . Mary's Hospital for thirty years , after all .
I think she misses that job and wants to take it out on us .
You know , maybe she's just a neat freak .
I think she just likes to make us miserable .
You could be right .
I ' m a firefighter .
Really ? That ' s so cool .
I ' m really lucky to do something I really love .
What station do you work at ?
I work downtown at station 24 . It can get a little crazy sometimes but that ' s what makes it challenging .
Just me . I'm traveling alone .
And how many bags do you have ?
Just one carry-on and one that I want to check .
You must be going to some island to relax in the sun where all you need is a swim suit and a toothbrush .
That's right .
Well , you have fun .
I will have fun .
That ' s open secret .
But mine could be a lie for his job .
How did you know that ?
A little bird whispered to me . Keep that to yourself .
What is it ?
Let's not exchange any gifts at all .
You big scrooge !
Hear me out . We can pool the money and give it to a family who could really use it !
But you may have some trouble convincing the kids .
Actual 1y , it was their idea first .
Now we know that they realize the real meaning of Christmas .
There's no power .
Have you checked the fuse box ?
Yes , the fuse had blown and I've changed it but now the motor keeps cutting out .
There might be a loose connection somewhere that's making the safety switch trip . Check the settings on the trip-switch . If you can't fix it yourself , call in an electrician .
Really ? How do you get the chance ?
You know . I took part in the Chinese contest . I was the best and they gave me this reward . I don ' t have to pay for my trip .
Congratulations . How lucky you are !
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
Nowadays , they offer so many services , you hardly know which one to choose . Take mailing for example . Do you send something first class or second class or do you use EMS ?
I save money in a post office saving account . There used to be just one kind of account , but now there are several . They each have different conditions and interest rates .
You can buy things at post office that were never sold there before . You can buy sweets and chocolates , newspapers , birthday and Christmas cards ...
Post offices are still the place to go to collect welfare benefits , like unemployment benefit and child support benefit . The queue are very long on the days when people collect those payment .
My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection .
Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ?
I think it ' s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to .
I like being able to buy newspapers and magazines at the post office . It means that I don ' t need to go to two places
Good morning . I'd like to speak to Peter . Chen Please .
Certainly . Who should I say is calling ?
This is Tim . Hunter from Hunter industries .
And what is it regarding please ?
We have an appointment for this afternoon . Mr . Chen will know why I'm calling .
Of course , Please hold the line Mr . Hunter .
The owners have counter-offered three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars .
Should I accept their offer ?
There are two ways to respond . You can either come back with another offer or go with their counter-offer .
What if I make another offer , and they don ' t accept it ?
No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so .
I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer .
OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight .
How long before I find out what their decision is ?
By now , the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept . It will go quickly .
I can ' t give you a definite answer . Let ' s play it by ear .
No , I am the only child in my family .
Oh , I have an elder sister . She is married .. Her husband is a businessman .
Do they live with you and your parents ?
No , they live alone .
The counter is at the end of the aisle . They are kept in the ice chest .
Thank you . And where can I buy some delicatessen ?
The delicatessen department is on the second floor .
Thanks a lot .
Yes , of course . What is it ?
I've decided to leave .
Leave ? Why ?
I've worked here for two years . And I want to do something different .
What do you mean by something different ?
I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language .
I'm really sorry . But I understand .
Thank you , manager .
Hello , I need to make a dinner reservation .
Can you tell me what night you will be coming ?
We will be coming to your restaurant on Tuesday night .
What time will you be dining with us ?
Our first choice would be 7
How many guests will be in your party ?
Four of us will be coming .
Please just give me your name , and at 7
Great ! Our last name is Foster .
Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7
I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant . Thank you for your help .
What kind of beef would you like to get ?
Ground beef would be fine .
How many pounds would you like ?
Four pounds is enough .
What kind of ground beef do you want ?
I'm going to need extra lean ground beef .
I can get that for you .
Thanks so much .
You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you .
Thanks for everything .
Today is so hot , besides I had so much housework to do . My friend came for a visit and stayed for two hours . I didn ' t forget , but I had no time at all .
So you didn ' t . Is that right ?
Yes . I ' m sorry .
Why didn ' t you just answer my question directly ? Why would Chinese answer questions this way ? I simply asked if you did it or not . It ' s a very simple question . And Chinese often give the reason before they would give a direct answer .
Yes , I ' m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ' t know why Chinese sometimes would do this .
You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ' s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ' t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer .
But you know if he brought it or not , right ?
Yeah , after all the explanations like , it ' s too heavy , I was in a hurry ... whatever .
I had a really busy day . I had to work a little overtime . In the morning an important client called to place a large order . I had to check some things with my colleagues before confirming the order .
What kind of things did you need to check ?
The most important thing was to check that we had the goods in stock . If the goods are in stock , we can deliver them immediately . I also had to check the price . This customer is very important , so they get special prices .
I see . Did anything else happen ?
I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and requirements .
It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client .
Yes . That ' s why we have everything on computer files . We don ' t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint from a client .
I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ?
Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour .
You certainly had a busy day .
That ' s not all ! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss . In the end , I finished everything . I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning .
What forms must we fill out , Miss ?
They are E / D cards . All passengers except American citizens must complete these forms .
I see . But why do we have to fill out these forms now ?
It will save you much time when you clear customs .
Where ?
Taiwan .
That'll be 64 cents .
Okay . Can I also have a sheet of 20 sixty-four-cent stamps ?
Sure . The total comes to twelve dollars and eighty cents .
By the way , how much does it cost to send a package to Taiwan ?
That depends on the weight .
I see .
It doesn't matter . I just feel a little dizzy .
Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep ?
I don't know .
I don't like it very much . But every-body likes their own food best .
There are many things I miss . You can't get the ingredients here .
Are you sure ? All the big cities have specialty shops , which sell all sorts of ethnic foods .
Perhaps . i just haven't had time to find them yet .
How nice of him !
Yes , the main stockholder is International Business Machines Corporation , namely , IBM for short .
What section would you like to work in if you enter this company ?
I wish to work in the planning department .
What type of work will you expect to do at first ?
I expect to operate computers .
What are your plans for the future ?
I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future .
How long does it take to get here from your home ?
It's a twenty-minute bus ride .
How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ?
I ' ll work here as long as you expect me to .
You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ?
I ' Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work .
Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ' Ve had a child ?
I think so .
What ideas do you have if we employ you ?
Ever since I was a young girl , I ' Ve been clever with my hands . I ' Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ?
I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ' ll make my plan . And then I ' ll go with all my effort to see it is realized .
If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ?
I ' ll report it honestly . I ' ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail .
What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ?
People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ' t mind work over spare time if it is paid for .
What are your expectations from working on this job ?
Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing .
If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ?
I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ' t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher .
If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ?
I will feel it is a pity . But I will not feel so bad . I will go for other interviews until I am employed satisfactorily . Hopefully before I find another position , you will call me back .
It leaves at 8: 30 .
I see . Are there any seats available ?
Just a moment , please . Yes , you can have a seat .
Good . How much is a one-way ticket ?
It's 38 dollars .
All right . Here's 40 dollars .
Here's your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate number 2 , please .
Thank you very much .
Don't mention it .
It's a hard question , but I'm sure the reexamination of China's economic policies in the past may lead us to a right answer to the question . After the establishment of new China , our government employed numerous economics policies to stimulate the growth of China's economy . These policies , however , favored our domestic enterprises and protected them from international competition and these policies have contributed a lot to the rapid growth of both China economy and our domestic enterprises . After China's entry into TO , Chinese domestic enterprises will have to compete with their foreign counterparts . This new situation entails some changes of Chinese economic policies . These changes will spur Chinese enterprises to strengthen their competitiveness in the long run .
We can infer that the non-discrimination principle is one of the most important principles of TO agreement . This principle requires equal treatment of domestic and foreign enterprise . Does the principle also apply to domestic enterprise of different ownerships ?
Yes , it does . Domestic enterprises of different ownerships enjoy equal rights for the non-discrimination principle grants equal rights to enterprises , regardless of their nationality and ownership . I have found that although changes of China's economic policies are numerous , these changes are largely based on the most important economic principle ot TO agreement-non-discrimination principle . Such an understanding of principle of the changes may help us not only to have a good insight into the changes but also to foresee the tendency of the new changes of China's economic policies .
You think ?
Yeah . It ' s a lot better than mine .
But I still get stuck on the different tones . It drives me crazy .
Hang in there . It ' ll all come together one of these days .
The Grand Hotel .
The Grand Hotel ?
Yes . Do you know where it is ?
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
How many pieces of baggage have you lost ?
Just one piece .
Can you tell me the features of your baggage ?
It's a big leather suitcase with my name ' Lily ' on it .
Don't worry . We will look it for you right now .
Thank you .
Cheer up ! It's not the only chance in life to do well on a test . There'll be many more .
Well , you know how I am about exams . I'm a perfectionist .
Don't worry about it . All in all , you've done very well in school .
Let me see it , can I ? This is a good photograph . Who are these people ?
They ' re people I met during the trip . That ' s the ship we traveled on .
What a beautiful ship ! Who ' s this ?
That ' s the man I told you about . Remember ?
Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia .
That ' s right .
Who ' s this ?
Guess !
It ' s not you , is it ?
That ' s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home .
Why did you shave it off ?
My wife didn ' t like it !
Yes , I ' m doing some research on Roman civilization . Do you have any books on the subject ?
These books over here are about ancient history . They might be helpful .
Can I check this one out ?
I ' m sorry . It ' s for reference only , so it must stay in the library . But you ' re welcome to look through it .
Ok . And I ' d like to check these books out .
All right . They ' re due back next Wednesday .
Thanks for your help .
I got a ticket , and I would like to fight it .
Is the officer that pulled you over here today ?
He's here .
Tell me what happened .
The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't .
The officer wouldn't lie about that .
He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it .
There was no picture taken of your license plate ?
I don't believe it took my picture .
I'm just going to let you go .
I appreciate that .
Let me run and check .
No . I just went cold turkey , and I never smoked again .
Why are you so excited ?
I just got done voting .
This was your first time voting , wasn ' t it ?
I just turned 18 last month .
That is so lucky of you .
Why ?
You turned 18 a month before the election .
I didn ' t think of it that way .
Are you serious ?
Seriously , but I ' m excited that I did .
Congratulations on being a part of history .
Yes . Do you want to go with me ?
OK . ( Several minutes later . ) Let's go into the school auditorium .
Now that take this seat . Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage ?
Yes . I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves , all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart .
That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life .
How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage .
He's going to make the opening speech .
Chicken , please .
Here you are .
Thank you . Oh , can I have another drink ?
Certainly . The service cart will be down the aisle again soon .
OK . It will make your stay more convenient .
By the way , do I have to return the car here ?
No , you can return it to any branch of our company .
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
I'm fed up with his endless talking .
You can't say that ! He's a very knowledgeable person .
I can't see it .
I'm planing to go bolling tonight . Tomorrow I was hoping to see a movie . What about you ?
I want to go camping , you know , just get a way for the weekend . I'm not sure I'll be able to , though .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
Yes ?
Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ?
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
It's a great pleasure to meet you , Mr . White . I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom . What is it that particularly interests you ?
I am interested in your hardware . I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues . I think some of the items will find a ready market in France . Here is a list of requirements .
Thank you for your inquiry . Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ?
I will do that . Meanwhile , could you give me an indication of the price .
Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation .
What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice .
As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it .
You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help .
We'll discuss this when you place your order with us .
Can I help you ?
Yes , I was talking to a party . We were disconnected .
I'm sorry , sir . Just hold the line , please . Now the line is connected . Go ahead please .
Thank you .
Let me see . It's £ 800 per set CIF London .
What commission terms can you offer ?
Usually the commission is three percent of the net invoice amount after deduction of discounts .
Couldn't you raise the commission to five percent ?
Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ?
Then I'll accept it with thanks .
What ' s going to be covered in the orientation ?
The company introduction , our mission , vision , various policies , insurances , pension plan , company ID , batch , telephone , e-mail set-up and training .
Quite a lot . All them one afternoon ?
Yes , it is not easy .
It is ok with me . I enjoy being busy and learning new things .
Hello , Miao Ping . I'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account today .
That shouldn't be a problem , Mr Fang . Have you got your Certificate of Use of Foreign Exchange Account and the Foreign Exchange Account Opening Notice with you ? Our most widely used currencies are US dollar , Japanese yen and Hong Kong dollar .
I need to open a US dollar account , trade with America is going up each year .
We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified .
Good , thanks . I look forward to hearing from you .
I am very happy to know my work could be recognized by you and our company .
Based on your contribution , I would like to give you a pay raise . Your monthly salary will be increased by 800 Yuan . This increase includes an 80 % married increase based on your achievements and increase responsibilities and then the additional 20 % increase were reflecting the changes in cost of living .
I really appreciate it . Thank you .
Sure . What do you expect to know ?
I want to see some of the famous places like Eiffel Tower , the Seine River ...
And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum . You can stay there for at least a whole day .
That's a good idea . I almost forget it . What else ?
The night life there . It's so romantic !
Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ?
I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season .
Sounds exciting . I can't wait .
Er ? I am driving right now . Can you call back in 30 minutes ?
Sure . Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ' re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ' re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week .
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
Your boyfriend , Bryan , wanted to toss the football . I think he wore me out .
Yeah , you look a little shaky . And pale . You seriously need some time in the sun .
You're like the tenth person to say that .
We're just worried about you , Taylor .
Whatever . I wish people would just leave me alone !
Sure , I've picked up a few things from travelling around for work . Why ?
Well , I had a meeting today with a woman from Japan and she wouldn't stop bowing ! I didn't know what to do !
Did you bow back ?
No , I tried to shake her hand , but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended .
Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake .
But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ?
Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude .
Is that why she wouldn ' t look at me in the meeting ?
I think it's highly possible , yes .
The meeting really didn ' t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country .
That's a good idea . When you don ' t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone .
That's so true . It's great that we see eye to eye on this .
It's hard to believe that we're really leaving . The past two weeks was like a dream .
Yes . Just think the blue sky , sunshine , mouth-watering food , centuries-old castles - -
And the people were so friendly !
Yeah , we would have been lost without the help of the locals .
Do you still remember the small restaurant at the corner of the street ?
Of course . That was the best pasta I've ever had .
I ate so much that I wasn't hungry until afternoon the next day .
If only we could eat there once more !
Maybe we can come here again next summer .
Hope the restaurant is still there .
Hey , what's the time ?
Oh , my god ! Only two hours left before the plane takes off . We need to be at the airport now .
Don't worry . We can call a cab . It'll be alright .
My feelings exactly .
I really enjoy the beach in the summer .
I couldn't agree with you more .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's exactly the way I feel .
Well , I just saw a horror movie last night . It almost frightened me to death .
Well , we could see something different like a detective film .
I don't care for a detective film . It also makes me nervous .
How about a comedy ?
No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful .
How about a love story then ?
No , romance is boring .
What's you opinion ?
Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ?
Really ?
Certainly . Is there anything wrong ?
No , but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie .
So glad that you think so !
I think you deserve a promotion .
Oh , really ? Thanks a lot ... well , I still have a lot to learn , I guess .
Why ? What's eating her ?
Love sick . You know who she's in love with ?
I don't have the slightest idea .
Someone you're living with .
What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ?
Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack .
No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl .
The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him .
And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection .
Well , if you want to help your friend , you should do something about it .
Yes , we are almost ready to order .
Let me remind you of the specials of the day , which are posted on the board .
Oh , that all sounds so good ! Can we get the sauce on the side ?
Yes , we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs .
I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices .
Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice .
I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please .
That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner .
Please bring our salads to us now . We are hungry !
Yeah . But in my heart of hearts , I find he ' s not very much to my liking .
Then why not keep away from him ?
The problem is that I just have no one to turn to right now .
That ' s stupid .
Well , why don ' t you use a local SIM card ?
Can I do that ?
Yes . Just go to the convenience store and ask for a SIM card . Then insert it into your phone .
I see . How much will that cost ?
Well it ' s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK .
Wow , that is cheap . Thank you very much .
We ' Ve thought about it , but my husband and I can ' t afford it right now . The only thing we could afford would be living in the slums , which is something I don ' t want to do .
Buying a house can be expensive , but there are ways to find cheaper houses .
Like what ?
Well , sometimes the city auctions offer houses to the community . You ' d have to make a quick decision about the offer in a day , but you would definitely save money doing it that way .
That ' s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ?
Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ' re pretty satisfied with it .
Is the house pretty run-down .
Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her .
Was it a very old house ?
It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ' t take a lot of money or time .
Is it in a good location ?
The area can be a bit rough in the evenings , but the neighbors watch out for each other , so it ' s ok .
Okay . What time is the meeting tomorrow ?
10:30 . I'll pick you up at the hotel at 10:00 . : 10:30 .
We had a difference of opinion .
Is she going to be okay ?
She'll be fine .
What is it ?
You are going to be a father .
What ? Do you mean that you are pregnant ? Is it true ?
Yes . We'll have our baby soon .
Oh , dear , I'm so happy .
Me , too .
Hello . My aunt in the US has sent me $ 500 . She sent it yesterday , using the standard service . It's my birthday today , you see .
Well , happy birthday . If it was sent yesterday using the usual service , it should be here already . You do have an account with us , right ?
Yes . Here's my card . Do you need my ID ?
Please . Just to double check all the details .
There you go .
Well , I am not sure . Lets me check my agenda
Ok .
I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ?
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around two fifteen PM .
Yes , there is . See you then .
If the goods are to be transshipped from one means of transportation to another during the course of the entire voyage , it's called ' combined transportation ' .
Why is it necessary ?
It's simpler and cheaper to arrange multi-model combined transportation .
Whose name did you pick ?
I got Jacob . Any ideas what to get him ?
Booze !
Yeah , you ' re right . Can ' t go wrong with that .
Thanks , Jim . I didn ' t think guys paid attention to stuff like that .
No , we just don ' t usually admit it !
Well , thanks for the compliment anyway !
No , I didn't . And you ? Was it good ?
Yes , I did . I enjoyed it a lot . There was a folk singer , a violinist and a pianist .
How much was the ticket ?
I only paid two dollars for mine .
it's hard to say , but i do love foxtrot and waltz .
how about rock and roll .
to tell the truth . i don't like it , it's too noisy .
and can you dance tango ?
oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well .
don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ?
ok .
great . i am your lucky fellow then .
Oh , Henry , I haven't seen you for ages . Come in . Let me take your coat . How are you getting along ?
Very well , thank you .
Please take a seat . Everything would be ready in a minute .
Can you bring me a glass of orange juice , please ? I am quite thirsty .
Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better .
Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more , thank you .
Here is to our friendship and health !
Bottom is up .
How old is he ?
Twelve . He ' s very sensible for his age .
Yes , I am sorry . I missed the bus .
But there's a bus every ten minutes , and you are over 1 hour late .
Well , I missed several buses .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
Let's have a look . What is this ? Where are all the grades ?
He's in the third grade Sam ! You see under each subject that he is being taught in school , he receives a mark from one to three . A one means his achievement or work is excellent . Here in Science for example he got a two , which means its satisfactory .
What about here in physical education ?
He got a three here which means it's unsatisfactory . We should work on that with him .
So confusing ! In my day we got an A or B if we were doing well and if we failed an exam we would get an F !
I go jogging , how about you ?
I used to swim a lot , but now I'm taking gym classes .
Oh , that's fantastic !
I know clearly at the bottom of my heart . I just can't set my mind at rest because of the child . She's little . She cannot understand us and accept such truth .
Yeah , child is the matter . Don't tell Jenny the truth , only tell her the white lie . When she grows up , you find the suitable opportunity to tell her .
I see . OK .
What ' s the number you are calling , please ?
The number I am calling is 86-10- 4016-9988
What ' s the name of the person you are calling ?
Marty Smith . M-A-R-T-Y , S-M-I-T-H
Thanks . What ' s your name and phone number , please ?
My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 .
Thank you . I ' ll put the call through for you . Hold on the line , please .
OK . Are you sure it's funny , though ?
Well , you'll see .
OK .
OK , an Englishman , a Scotsman , and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert , and they could only take one thing with them .
I see .
So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment .
Oh , that's funny !
Hang on , I haven't finished yet .
Oh , sorry .
Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . " If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , " he said . The Scotsman brought a map . " If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . " The Irishman had brought a car door .
A car door ? You mean just one car door ?
Yep . A car door . " Why the door ? " the others asked him . " Well , " he said , " If it gets hot , we can open the window . " Do you get it ?
Well ...
Well , to start with , Markweed Inc . has a reputation for being one of the best employers in the field .
The best ... huh ? With so many companies out there , how did they establish themselves in such a solid position on top ?
First of all , they have an excellent benefits package for all employees , even the maintenance staff have health and dental coverage .
Really ? What about the pay rate ? Are the wages pretty high ?
From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives .
Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money .
It's a great place to work . They give you fair pay and benefits , and a lot of room to grow . I think if they off you a job , you should definitely take it .
Well , you'd better sit down for this . It has been terminal lung cancer .
Oh my god . Please save her life .
We ' ll try our best , but you'd better prepare for the worst .
I see , D . But I plead you to help her .
I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation .
How long do you expect her to live ?
About half a year .
Nine total . Seven children and my parents .
Seven children ? That's a lot . Why did your parents have so many ?
Well , my mother came from a big family , and wanted to have one of her own . My father was an only child , and didn't really care about having a large family , but my mother talked him into it .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
The same with the previous speaker , we must know how things stand with us .
Yes , we must keep a clear mind with the tough competition .
It's the time to emphasize sense of crises .
Really ? He is so great .
You don't want to join him ?
Surely I want . It's quite popular nowadays .
Yes , and I want to have a try .
I know what you mean , Carol . I ' Ve had nothing but trouble with it . They say it ' s supposed to be easy !
That ' s what I ' Ve heard . But as far as I ' m concerned , it takes a genius to figure it out . Can you pass the sugar , please ?
Sure . Why don ' t you sit down for a minute ? You haven ' t taken a rest all morning .
I won't do it again . Please forgive me .
No way . I've given you too many chances already .
Quite well . thank you . And what about you ?
So-So .
Yes . May I help you ?
I'm a graduate student here in mathematics . I've just come from China and I've never used a western library before . I'll be here for five years , so I'd like to learn to use the library as efficiently as possible . I wonder if someone might have time to show me around .
I'd be very glad to show you around , but I'm very busy right now . Could you come back about 3 thirty ?
Sure . 3 thirty this afternoon .
Good . See you later .
Thank you . Good-bye .
It's OK . I can always get a clear picture on it .
I think something is wrong with mine .
You'd better have it fixed .
Which kind of internet connection do you want to get ?
What kind can I get ?
There is dial-up or DEL .
Which one do you feel is best ?
I would get DEL if I were you .
DEL is better than dial-up ?
It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line .
I'm not sure what that means .
Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL .
That'll make it impossible for me to use .
Exactly . With DEL you don't have that problem .
I'm not sure I'm following you , sir .
Specifically , I'm talking about the little things , like soap and shampoo .
Oh , now I understand ! So , you've already used up all your amenities ?
No , I'm not even halfway through my supply .
I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ?
What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ?
Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs !
There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs .
Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items .
I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now .
Sir , housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily .
Yes and no .
Well , I was wondering where those people with professional attire come from . Now , I know the answer .
You know , in a sense , a suits and ties are compulsory for male employees even in July , and no jewelry allowed for most of the female employees . Even the reasonable male leaf is returning the rule , isn ' t that strict ?
To some extent , it is . Anyway , whether they like it or not , they do give people a very good impression .
But it is unjust to judge a book by its cover . If they ' re not happy or comfortable with their clothes , they can be less productive .
Well , not everyone wants to drink beer . Make sure there are some soft drinks and juice . Nothing ' s as refreshing as iced drinks on a hot day .
I don ' t think we need too much in the way of soft drinks . Two super bottles of Cola should cover everyone . What about wine ?
Just buy a cask of wine . Have you bought ice yet ?
No , once I fill the tub with beer , I ' ll get the ice . The beer will be cool if you put the tub under the ice . The cooler , the better .
I think a bottle of champagne would be a good idea . It ' s appetizing and tasty .
Well , if you say so . Personally speaking , I ' d rather die of thirst than drink champagne .
No , thanks . I'm full .
Yes , I'd like a hamburger , please .
Do you want it with everything ?
No . Don't put mustard in it .
All right . You have a hamburger without mustard . Anything else ?
Sprite with ice , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you .
It ' s still touch and go . We don ' t see how she can make it .
I ' m sorry to hear about that .
Yes , I'm looking for a book on Chinese history .
Yes , I'd like to change some money to cover my expenses here . What's today's rate of US dollar against the RIB yuan ?
Let me see , the buying rate is RIB 808 per $ 100 . How much would you like to change ?
$ 200 altogether .
Would you mind showing me your passport ?
Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ?
Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it .
That's correct . Thank you very much .
Thank you . My wife would be very happy to hear this .
She must have done a lot of work on it .
You bet .
Yeah , I accidentally dropped my phone in the toilet .
I see . Well , you have come to the right place . We have over one hundred models of more than twenty leading mobile phone manufacturers .
Sounds good . I don ' t want it to be too expensive , maybe something mid-range .
We have this new ETC smart phone . It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are .
What about Wi-fi ?
Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home .
One last thing . Is it waterproof ?
What kind of business do you do ?
We send analysts to companies that run into financial difficulties .
What kind of clients do you prefer ?
Smaller local companies . We specialize in trade & shipping industry .
I used to work for a shipping company for six years , and I am quite familiar with some managers . Would your like to meet them ?
How do you spell that ?
M , A , double R , I , O , double T .
Right . Got that .
Actually , my mother made it from scratch .
Can you tell me the exact place ?
The Empire Hotel .
Yes . But this one is full , you have to wait for the next one .
Well . I think I will wait .
Oh , what does he look like ? Is he tall ?
He's tall and strong .
I can tell it from your build .
China National Textiles Import and Export Corporation
We found your samples very attractive . We ' re interested in buying your garments if your prices are reasonable
Our products are of good quality . Since the prices of textiles have gone up in the world market we've had to increase them on some items by about ten percent . If you place a large order it is possible for us to cut down the prices by five percent
Can I have a reduction of seven percent ?
It depends on how much you order
Can I use the FAS terms ?
I'd rather use the CIF terms . You ' re welcome to come to talk about it in detail with your general manager and sign a contract .
Your car is rather old . Why not change a new one ?
I want to change a new car . I like Honda best , especially the red one . But it is too expensive .
Oh , there is a car exhibition tomorrow afternoon . I have two tickets . Would you like to go there with me ?
Yeah . Maybe I can find my favorite car in addition to Honda .
And the bank will offer you loans for twenty years !
What exactly seems to be the problem , Mr . Sandals ?
I found cockroaches in my room .
Cockroaches , sir ? That's unbelievable .
I've seen at least nine different cockroaches in my room .
Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ?
There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief !
I apologize . One moment , please , while I transfer you to my supervisor .
Yes , furthering my education is already bringing about positive results in my workplace as it has boosted my confidence . As well the tutoring system my school employs offers courses uniquely suite
Really ? That's great that you found a school that puts your need first .
As well my company has been very supportive about my decision . They ' Ve cut back my working hours in order to accommodate my studies .
That's great . They must really be committed to staff development .
They are . We definitely see eye-to eye on my enhanced performance being a win-win situation for everyone involved .
Dad , it's raining outside .
That is your excuse .
All right , all right , I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon .
Not just today . Go exercise everyday !
I've never seen anything like it .
I'd like to very much .
All right , then . There is one at the new concert hall .
Who's playing ?
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
Here's ten . Keep the change .
Yes , we have several rooms available . Would you like two twin beds or one queen size bed ?
I'd like two twin beds , please .
The check in time is 2 p . m . If you get here before that time the room won't be ready .
That's fine . Do you have any specials for your guests ?
We offer a complementary breakfast buffet and free parking .
Good . Let me give you my credit card number to reserve a room .
Thank you . Your confirmation number is 611273 .
Sorry , I really can't do that . There's little time left for us .
I can't accept your excuse . It's five o'clock .
But I have an appointment with Ann .
Ok , sounds good . But I think it's your trick .
What do you mean ?
Roman is living in Rome , of course . And go to work by car , or bus , or on foot .
I think the Romans do what everyone else does .
Certainly .
And Roman really loves life . He knows how to enjoy himself .
Not always . But they like good meal .
Really ?
How can I go there to have a taste ?
By air of course .
But Grandpa will be working .
It's Saturday .
I almost forget .
Yes .
If I were in your position , I wouldn't give up an inch .
I regret to say I can't accept your suggestion .
Hi , Randy . What are you going to do this weekend ?
I ' Ve no idea . Nothing really .
How about going hunting with me ?
Wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll pick you up around 6
I ' ll be ready .
They were not too bad . I really liked my poli-sci class .
Would you consider it your favorite class ?
I don't know if I would call it my favorite , but it ranks up there .
What class was your favorite then ?
I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific .
I never took that yet . If that was your favorite , I think I will check it out .
I don't have any money to buy you a burrito .
Please ? I haven't eaten anything all day .
Look , I only have money to buy myself a burrito .
I'm so hungry , I could eat a whole cow !
If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ?
I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then .
Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat .
That's pretty messed up .
Why don't you just go home and eat ?
I don't want to go all the way home just to eat .
Well , I guess you're out of luck .
I'm looking for it , but you see , the market shard for jobs , too .
You liar , I saw you again in the inn . I bet you don't want to work at all .
It ' s my pleasure . I enjoyed working with you .
I wouldn ' t be able to make it without your help .
Then keep up the good work .
( No response ; Silence )
Hello ? Who is calling , please ?
( No response )
Listen , I know who you are . If you call this number again , I ' ll call the police . You ' ll be arrested . I ' Ve got your number .
Don't worry , you'll find a way .
There is no need to be so frustrated .
How can you live without job in the future ?
Don't worry , you'll find a way .
Yeah . People always enjoy the lighted lanterns and the gala performances .
What are they doing over there ? People keep on gathering there .
Did you notice the characters on the lanterns ?
Sure . But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters . What do they say ?
They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival .
Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it .
It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life .
Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth .
Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter .
There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ?
Let me have a look . Oh , no . They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene .
Not now .
Chicken ! You're afraid I'll beat you .
Are you kidding ? I just feel tired right now .
That would be nice . How are you getting there ?
Well , I prefer to go on the train , but I suppose you want me to take the car .
Oh , I much prefer to go by car , then we don't need to get to the station with our luggage and ...
And I've got to drive . You know I'm not fond of that . I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train .
Which is more expensive ?
But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train .
Now . Have you ever thought of going by express bus ?
Yes , what kind of apartment are you interested in ?
I am interested in one-bedroom . Do you have any available ?
Yes , I have one . When you need it ?
Sometime around next week . What can you tell me about this apartment ?
Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it .
Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ?
Sure . What time would you like to come ?
How about 10 am ?
Good , May I have your name , please ?
My name is Blanca .
Thanks for calling , Blanca . I'll see you tomorrow .
I'm so sorry , Taylor . Go talk to her . I'm sure she'd be happy to see you .
She probably wouldn't even recognize me . She's probably married .
Yi-jun said Femi was talking about you . So get out there , Tiger !
Was she really ? So you're telling me there's a chance ?
Can't hurt to try . Carpe diem . Who can say if we'll be here tomorrow or not ?
I'm not sure about that . How would people get to work ?
Well , why not use buses or the MET ?
Well , it may not be that simple . Not everyone likes public transport .
Why not ? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains .
Well , I don't often use them , I wouldn't really know .
Hold on , please .
Thank you .
Sorry , but she's out .
Would you tell her Tom Gray called ?
I'd be glad to .
Yes , please . I'd like a gin and tonic .
Sure , ma'am . Here you are .
Thank you . How much is it ?
25 yuan .
Here's 30 . Keep the change .
Thank you very much , ma'am , but we don't take tips in China .
Yes . to our first anniversary and many more to come . Cheers !
I'll drink to that . Thanks for making this a night worth remembering .
Well , it's a special day . They say if you survive the first year , the rest is smooth sailing .
That's good to know . Oh , listen ! The band's playing our song .
I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ?
Always .
First , she needs to be hard-working . Second , she has to be able to do a lot ot things on her own initiative .
I am diligent and hard-working . Besides , I am good at both English and Italian .
Great . We will give you a chance to have an interview in our company .
He used to be a policeman .
But Mrs . Smith hired him to find her lost son .
Yeah . He's a private eye now .
Of course . What is your size ?
I think it's 35 .
OK . I'll get it for you .
Hmm , I don't feel very comfortable .
Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ?
This is just right for me . I'll take this one .
Glad to meet you again , Mrs Hao . You are so kind .
Now dinner's ready . Let go over to the dinner table . Would you like to use the chopsticks or the fork and knife , Mr . Taylor ?
Oh , it's a real Chinese meal . When in Rome , do as the Romans do . I'd take the chopsticks .
Yes , hope you like it . Do you need beer or wine ?
Beer , please . Oh , there are so many dishes .
I'm glad you like them .. . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation . Let's drink to our friendship .
Let's hope for good cooperation between us .
Yes , it's to my liking , too .
Say , how would you like to be a dress designer ?
It's my dream .
Really ? Why ?
He had moved and held a party on July 1st .
It's a pity that I was traveling around Europe at that time .
Even he's not coming back to school anymore , you still can call him and meet him on weekends .
You're right ! I will call him this weekend and meet him .
Hello there . I need some advice about personal finance . Could you help me please ?
That's no problem . What exactly would you like to know ?
Well , I've been very busy recently and I'm having trouble keeping up to date with everything , so I just wondered what exact service you offer .
We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services , 24/7 , wherever you are .
That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for .
Yes . Thank you very much .
Now I come back to the hotel and try to show it to my friend , the pendant is broken , I'm afraid .
Oh , is it ?
Would you change it to a new one ?
Yes , certainly . You have the receipt ?
Yes , I do .
Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it .
Thank you so much .
It's very hot , the temperature is often over 40 ° C .
Do you like the weather in Seattle ?
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Speaking .
I ' m calling to offer you the position of computer engineer .
May I ask how much I can get every month ?
Your starting salary is 3 , 000 yuan a month , but if you work well we will put you on our regular staff after six months time and your salary will be raised to 5,000 yuan a month .
I thought the starting salary is too low .
What is the lowest salary you may consider ?
I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family .
That ' s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ?
No problem . Thank you for hiring me , I am very proud to be employed by your company and I will come in at eight o ' clock sharp Monday .
Definitely . I need to have enough time to have a rest on this weekend . We worked like bees in the whole working days .
I agree with you . What do you want to do , except sleeping ?
Let me think . Oh , awful ! I still have not finished the chart which was assigned by Mr . Wharton on Friday . So that task will make my busy .
I am better . I will go out to have a visit to my aunt . Why don't we have fun on weekend ?
So what ?
Sorry , Mr . Black . I ' m trying to make them quiet .
I ' m afraid if the noise goes on , I shall have no alternative but to leave .
Sorry , sir . Believe me , everything will be all right .
I'm not feeling well , doctor . I have a sore throat .
Have you any aches and pains ?
Yes , my back aches .
I'll take your temperature . How long have you been feeling ill ?
It began the night before last .
You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom
Lots of people are ill at the moment .
It's this cold weather we're having .
Yes , I am James Mason from Anderson and Associates Limited . I would like to see Mr . Smith .
Do you have an appointment ?
Yes , he knows I'm coming . Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock .
I wonder if Mr . Smith forgot your meeting . I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until 4 p . m . Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place . Will you please have a seat ?
Sure .
Yes , Mr . Mason . I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry . She said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She should be with you shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ?
That would be very nice . Thank you .
Right this way , Mr . Mason . We can start with our front office . When Ms . Terry is ready , you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor . There is a conference room already prepared .
No . I think I've known enough . Thank you .
You can contact me any time you need me . Bye !
Alright , see you .
I ' m great . Thank you for asking .
What can I do for you ?
Do I owe any fees ?
You sure do .
Could you tell me how much I owe ?
You owe $ 235 . 13 in fees .
I can ' t believe that .
When will you be paying these fees off ?
I ' ll pay them off right now .
Cash or check ?
I will pay with cash .
Yes .
How much do I need to pay for it ?
Nothing . The landlord pays .
Is there a mailbox in the apartment ?
Yes . Each apartment has one .
Are there any parking lots for the tenants ?
Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month .
Is there an alarm system in the apartment ?
Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago .
Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ?
Of course we do . It is the landlord ' s responsibility .
Are smoke detectors provided ?
Yes .
Thanks . Does it suit me ?
Yes , it suits you very well . It certainly is unique . I don ' t think I ' Ve seen anything like it before .
I know . That ' s why I bought it . I hate wearing the same styles like everybody else is wearing .
And the necklace , it matches your dress marvelously .
It ' s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact .
Thank you for saying so .
Well , I remember walking pass the baker shop .
But you forgot to get the bread .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
You've got a large collection of sample foodstuffs here .
Yes . We are exporting a wide range of foodstuffs to many countries . And the demand is getting greater and greater . By the way , which items are you interested in ?
I'm particularly interested in shortbreads . Do you have some samples you could show me ?
Yes . This way , please . Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors , such as almond , walnut , lotus seed , etc . And different packaging has different weights . We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require .
The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better .
You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality .
Oh , it's delicious ...
No , I can't . I've really got important business .
Keep in touch then , OK ?
OK .
I'd like to work in a law firm to enrich my experience and put what I've learned into practice .
Have you had any previous experience ?
Well . During the college years , I worked as a trainee every summer at lawyer's offices . Does that count ?
Of course it counts . What kind of work did you do there ?
I did clerical stuff and ran errands .
In this office , we encourage full attendance by offering a bonus . If you take any leaves , we'll deduct money from your salary .
May I know about the office hours ?
Office hours are nine to five-thirty . One hour for lunch . Do you have any questions ?
Er , may I know how much I will be paid monthly ?
We'll give you about 3000 to start . There'll be a trial period of three month . After six months , we'll have a job performance review and consider giving you a raise .
When will I know your decision ?
I'll call you in a day or two , did you write down your phone number on your resume ?
Yes , I did . Can you call after 7 p . m . ? I'm usually out in the daytime .
All right . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
I'd like to make a deposit please , into my granddaughter's account . It's her birthday on Friday .
What a thoughtful granddad ! Do you have her account details with you ?
Yes , right here .
Great . Please fill them out on this deposit slip .
Here ? And here ?
That's right . How much do you want to pay in ?
1,000 RIB .
Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too .
It's an important birthday .
no , I haven ' t . I can ' t think of anything to get him .
I ' m having the same problem . I want to get something really special . Jim always seem to know exactly what to get people as gifts .
I know . He bought me that beautiful sweater for my birthday . It was exactly what I wanted . And it fit me perfectly !
he bought me an iron .
that doesn ' t sound like a great present .
maybe not , but my iron was getting old . In fact , it stopped working the week after jim bought me the new one . It ' s as if he knew that my old iron would soon stop working !
let ' s think . He loves football , doesn ' t he ? I saw signed photographs of famous footballers in a shop near hear . Let ' s go and have a look . You know which team he supports , don ' t you ?
yes , I do . Let ' s go . We should be able to find something suitable . We should get him something old ... something historic .
it ' ll be an expensive present , but we can share the cost .
I ' ll be happy to get him something special , even if it coasts a little extra .
yes . He always get us special gift . We should repay his kindness .
I would if I were you .
Yes . I've dreamed a thousand times that I could lie down here to relax .
We are tired of jobs and competition . We need a quiet place .
I'd like to stay here for all my life if possible .
So would I . Look , it might be going to rain .
I don't think it will spoil our trip .
It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains .
Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads .
That's a good idea !
I'm fine . I'm just so touched by the sad story .
So I can say now that you must have enjoyed the opera . Which scene is your favorite ?
I love them all . But if I had to name one as the best , I would say it's the ending .
What's it about ? You know , I couldn't help falling asleep .
Did you ? I didn't notice that . But still you should know it , for you have seen it with Laura before .
I guess I've done the same thing last time I was here with her , too . I mean falling asleep . For me , this one is not that attractive .
Then I doubt if you like operas at all .
Yes . I like Carmen very much . But I don't mind if you want to tell me about this one .
OK , then . The man was old and he was visiting his wife's grave , with a rose in his hand . When he got there , he saw someone already put a rose on her grave .
Very impressive . And I do like the leading actress who has an amazing voice .
Me , too . There was always a good round of applause every time she sings .
Yes , the applause ! That was what kept waking me up during the show .
And it's been such a faultless performance with the perfect lighting , and music . Just amazing !
No doubt , it's not a simple thing to put on a ' phantom show ' .
Exactly .
Carrie , are you ok ? You seem a bit down .
I just got off the phone with my boyfriend . He is always getting upset and losing his temper over nothing . It ' s so hard to talk to him at times .
Maybe it ' s just that he is stressed out from work or something . He does have a pretty nerve wracking job you know .
Yeah but , he is always in a really foul mood . I try to find out what ' s bothering him or get him to talk about his day but , he always shuts down and brushes me off .
Men are like that you know . They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness .
I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ' t always this grouchy you know ...
Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ' t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one !
You are something else you know that ?
I would like to cancel one of my accounts .
Is there a problem with your account ?
I only need one .
What about all your money in that account ?
Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ?
That ' s fine .
I appreciate it .
Would you like to make a withdrawal ?
That ' s all for today .
I ' ll just cancel your account right now .
I greatly appreciate your help .
Well , I am certainly going to take chemistry and physics , but I haven't decided on the other subjects yet . I ' d like to take English .
Why are you going to take English with chemistry and physics ?
Because I want to study English literature . But I think chemistry is better for getting a job .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you decide what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
Of course . Don ' t worry . I'll call one for you .
Thank you very much , by the way , is it quite expensive to take a taxi ?
Yes , besides it versa according to the distance .
All right . I only hope to get a skillful driver , and drive me to my stop safe way .
No problem .
Thanks a lot , bye bye .
You are welcome , bye .
I'll be right back . I just need to mail this package .
the end of all the hard work for my master's . what a nice feeling to get my degree !
do you want to attend the convocation ?
certainly . After years of hard work , I wouldn't miss it . By the way , where can I find cap and gown ?
do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them ?
oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day .
no . those you have to provide for yourself .
what do most of the students do ?
well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f
then , I might as well have them made .
Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty .
hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin .
it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' .
here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ?
Certainly . Ok , got you .
Ugh , I feel terrible . I went out last night with Trevor , and things got a little out of hand .
Nice ! So , where did you guys go ?
We hit a couple of local bars , and met up with some friends . Everything was cool until Mike came along , and it turned out that it was his birthday yesterday !
Oh no ! Mike ' s birthday is a drinkfest for sure !
Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar !
Is that why you missed work today ?
Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times .
Www !
I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ' m never gonna drink again !
Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ' s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go .
Oh , yeah . I ' m there !
I ' m making a shopping-list , Tom .
What do we need ?
We need a lot of things this week . I must go to the grocer's . We haven't got much tea or coffee , and we haven't got any sugar or jam .
What about vegetables ?
I must go to the greengrocer's . We haven ; t got many tomatoes , but we've got a lot of potatoes . I must go to the butcher's , too . We need some meat . We haven't got any meat at all .
Have we got any beer and wine ?
No , we haven't . And I'm not going to get any !
I hope that you've got some money .
I haven't got much .
Well , I haven't got much either !
I would like a cup of decaf with cream and no sugar .
Would you like anything else with that ?
How fresh is that apple pie over there ?
Our pie is brought in fresh every day . And I can tell you it's delicious .
Okay , throw in a piece of that pie then .
Is this to stay or to go ?
I'm in a bit of a hurry today , so we'd better make it to go . Thanks for asking .
It's so quiet . I'm not really used to it .
All you hear is the crickets and the breeze .
It's a little eerie . I'm sure the silence will begin to grow on me .
Well , I think it's fabulous . And the neighbors don't even seem to exist .
That is a relief . It's a good thing we moved .
I said , ' Do you need any help ? '
That's very nice of you . I guess I could use some help .
Just tell me what you'd like me to do .
I would like to buy a new fridge .
Is there one in particular that you like ?
I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
Do you have anything which can prevent wrinkles and freckles ?
What is your skin type ?
My skin is kind of oily .
This nutrition cream is for anti-wrinkling and whitening which is a newcomer brand .
How much is it ?
$ 60 . The price is reasonable for its large quantity . What's more , there are some gifts attaching for you .
Sounds good . What are the gifts attaching ?
You can take one tonic or hand cream .
I will choose the tonic .
No problem . You can try this kind of gel which can prevent freckle , the effect will be better if you use this powder foundation applied with it .
That's the very thing I want .
Well , Jim . It is a combination of how much you eat , the type of food you eat , and when you eat your meals .
I never eat breakfast though .
That's a big mistake , you should always have a good breakfast . You will not run your car without fuel , and yet you won't expect your body to work without food .
I never thought about it that way .
I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat .
Oh doctor , I feel so foolish .
Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits .
I know doctor , thank you so much .
Not much .
Do you want to go see a movie ?
That sounds good .
What's playing at the Century Fox ?
Candlelight in the Window
Should we go see it ?
I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies .
How about ' Run of the Mill ? '
No . I heard that's really boring .
Why don't we go to a concert instead ?
Great idea !
First , you should check the schedule and see which trains go to Suzhou . Make sure which train you want to take and book a ticket .
I see . Do you know how much the ticket is ?
It depends on which train do you take .
Is it far from here to Suzhou ?
Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou .
How long will it take to get there ?
About fifteen hours .
Don't shoot . I give up .
You mean the large one or the small one ?
The large one .
They're on special this week . They've been reduced to five dollars .
Is this the only kind you have ?
No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ?
Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide .
Very well . Just take your time .
Nothing important . I've been working overtime lately .
How many hours do you work each day now ?
12 hours , including 5 hours overtime .
That's tough indeed ! Do you think your health can afford ?
I don't care . I need money .
Surely you'll be paid extra for overtime , but do you think it's really worth ?
Yes , I think so . When I work overtime I'm paid time and a half .
Oh , yes . Money comes faster in that way than otherwise .
But jobs with a lot of overtime are quite limited . Employers usually don't like to pay for overtime if they can manage .
That's true .
No , who won ?
It's George .
Really ? I'm surprised . I didn't know his English was that good .
Oh , I'm sorry , Nigel . I'm rushing to a meet right now .
Sure , no problem . Can we fix a time to talk later ?
Sure , but this week is crazy for me . Can we make it next Monday ?
Ok , see you 10 o'clock next Monday !
That's fine . See you then .
Why ?
Mr . Chen can't make it today .
If you gotta go , you gotta go .
It would be very hard work . Are you sure ?
I wouldn ' t mind getting up early morning and the physical work would make me fit and healthy .
Running a farm would be totally different to you current job .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Thank you , Alice . Come in to the dining-room . I ' m going to cut the cake soon . Have some please .
Well , making good wishes .
Ok . I ' m pretty happy and I can go abroad .
Sure . We hope your wish will come true .
Pretty good , thanks . And you ?
What ' s the main idea in this essay ?
The United Nations should have more authority .
Yes , I like ping-pong very much , but I can't play well .
I can't , either . I like watching .
Poor man , he must be terribly fed up with it .
Oh , no , he likes the job .
Oh , Really ?
And you ' re going to completely transform your eating habits , right ?
Exactly ! I ' m going to cut out all that junk I eat . no more chips , no more soda , no more fried food .
I ' Ve heard this one before .
But this time I ' m going to stick to it . I really mean it ! Trust me , Carol , I ' m going to be a new man in one year ' s time !
Well , I guess we ' ll just have to wait and see .
Thanks , honey , that was a great meal . I ' m stuffed . Do we have any chips left ?
Yes , I know it is one of the leading industries in the petrochemical field .
Do you have a long-term plan for your career ?
Yes , I hope I will be a manager in 5 years .
Getting worse . Now he ' s eating me out of house and home . I ' Ve tried talking to him but it all goes in one ear and out the other . He makes himself at home , which is fine . But what really gets me is that yesterday he walked into the living room in the raw and I had company over ! That was the last straw .
Leo , I really think you ' re beating around the bush with this guy . I know he used to be your best friend in college , but I really think it ' s time to lay down the law .
You ' re right . Everything is probably going to come to a head tonight . I ' ll keep you informed .
I had a bad day yesterday .
What happened ?
I went to the library and lost my bag .
Your bag ? Did you get it back ?
I went back for it . But it was already gone .
That ' s too bad . I ' m sorry to hear that .
Your reservation is right . Please get a ticket booking form from there and fill it .
Here you are . How much is the ticket ?
$ 800 .
Can I pay by card ?
Surely of course . Give me your card please .
I ' m not so satisfied with it .
Why do you plan to change your job ?
I'm now a secretary in my present work unit . My work is not interesting . I have to type , make copies , book tickets and so on . Everyday I follow the routine . Furthermore , I have studied English for four years at university , but I can ' t use it there . They are the reasons I plan to change my job .
Why are you interested in working with this company ?
One of my relatives told me that your company needs someone who can speak English . That's just the job that I have been looking for
Are you telling me you ' re not going to meet with me ?
Not at all , sir . I ' d just like to push it up to next week . I ' ll have a lot more free time at the beginning of next week .
Well , I don ' t like it , but I guess I don ' t have any choice .
Well I ' m impressed with what the company has done in the past and I think by hiring me the company ' s future can only be brighter . I find that my personal goals and ideas about business operation
So you ' Ve acquainted yourself with the company . It ' s refreshing to interview someone who ' s sure of what they want .
Yes , I believe that it ' s crucial for me to know if a company is right for me , not just if I ' m right for the company . I ' Ve only been impressed by what I ' Ve read and heard and I see myself having
Commitment to the company and the team is very important to us here .
Well I ' m definitely a team player as well as being highly self-motivated . I believe this company can fulfill my long-term goals and offer me great upward mobility . Therefore you will find in me
You too . Have you lost some weight ?
Yes , I took off 4 kilos . I am glad you notice it .
Not some crazy diet fat I hope .
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
That's my cousin Hubert . He likes smiling .
He must be very easy-going .
Sure , he's ready to be friendly with anyone .
It ' s horrible . Why do drivers run a red light then ?
Maybe they know they shouldn ' t run a red light , but when they are driving they don ' t pay enough attention to traffic lights .
Talking on the cell phone while driving is very dangerous too . It increases the chance of accidents .
I know . If a policeman catches you using the cell phone while driving , you will be fined .
Yes .
I am calling to inform you that you have passed the first two rounds of interview . Could you please come for the final round ? It is scheduled on the morning of next Monday 10AM in the HR manager office .
Thank you for calling me . I will be there on time .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
Well , I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother . Anyway , I have done all my work and it is about the time to leave .
Though our company doesn ' t have a return policy , limiting the personal use of internet , I don ' t think the boss will like us to do that .
Certainly , work always comes first .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
You got a raise ?
Not really , just take a wild guess .
You got promoted ?
Well , it is not going to happen so soon , I guess .
You won a lottery ? Don ' t beat around the bush , just tell me , please .
Ok , I lost 5 pounds .
I'm sorry I can't bring better news , sir . The site is a disaster .
That's what I was afraid of .
It is not only the earthquake , sir . But the mudslides . Much of the north half of the site has been covered over by mud .
Mud ? But Ivan told me there were no mudslides in that district . I thought all the mudslides were down in Chichitango .
That's what we thought , sir . That's what the news reported . But there was one little mudslide in our district too . Right above our site .
Oh , that's terrible ! What bad luck ! I wish we had never come to this country . But , if it isn't the strikes and the revolutionaries , it's the earthquakes . Our operations here are finished !
I'm sorry , sir .
It's not your fault , Yuri . But tell me . When will Ivan be able to get out there ?
Well , it took me about nine hours to get back here by car . If Ivan leaves tonight , I think he should be there by tomorrow lunch .
Good . I want an estimate of damages as soon as possible .
But sir ...
Yes , Yuri ?
I wouldn't recommend sending Ivan now . Especially not at night . The roads aren't safe .
Has the earthquake damaged the bridges too ?
No , sir . The bridges are fine . But I've heard rumors that the revolutionaries are coming down from the mountains . There has been fighting , sir .
Are you serious ? Fighting ? But I didn't hear anything on the news .
You know the government controls the press here , sir . They don't want it reported .
Oh , this is terrible , Yuri . Terrible ! So we can't even assess the damages . How can we do business in this country ? Either we're buried under mud , or we're in danger of getting kidnapped . No , I can't believe this mess !
I'm sorry , sir .
You don't have to keep saying that , Yuri . It's not your fault . But me--I'm the one who should be sorry . It was me who suggested operations here in the first place ! Oh , what can we do ?
OK , do you want it urgently ?
Yeah , I really want it . I am on my uppers .
Right , here you are .
Thanks .
No , I'm not . I am interested in some scarves .
All our scarves are in this section . What do you think of this one here ? It's made of silk .
Hm , It looks nice , but I ' d like to have something warm for the winter .
Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves . How about this one ?
I think that's what I want . How much is it ?
It's 75 dollars plus tax .
It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ?
Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer .
That's good . Could you wrap it for me ?
Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ?
No , that should be it . Thank you !
Yes .
My advice would be to finish it at once .
How ? Do you want to play strip-trivia or something ?
Well , if you want to ! Seriously , though , let's make a bet .
Why don't we just make it a friendly game ?
Don't be such a chicken ! Whoever loses has to treat everyone to a movie .
I'm Mr . Stephen ' s secretary . He has an appointment with Mr . Green today .
Yes . It'll be at three o'clock this afternoon .
I'm afraid we have to reschedule it .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That'll be fine .
What are you thinking of getting ?
I have no idea what I want .
You can get a burger , or some Chinese food . Or maybe you can get some Mexican food .
I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food .
Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ?
I'm not sure .
When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express .
Do they do a good job on the food ?
The food isn't bad there .
I think I will get my food from Panda Express , too .
Almost . I have to get dressed . It's a formal party and I have special party make up !
Use this lipstick and it will make your lips shine !
Great ! Uh , remember that there's a gift exchange , too . We all have to bring a gift .
I've already got mine .
( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents !
Here ! Open mine first .
Wow ! It's just what I wanted !
Hey ! Why don't I have any presents !
Speaking .
Oh , hi Justin . This is Karen Hepburn . We met at Chris and Jim's party .
Of course . How're you ?
Great . Uh , Justin , would you like to see Otis Lesley on Thursday night ? He's at the Kangaroo Club .
I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday .
Oh ... that's too bad .
Yeah . I really like Lesley .
Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well .
Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ?
At eight sharp . How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ?
That sounds perfect . And let's go out for coffee after the show .
Sure !
See you at seven fifteen , Saturday .
Julie ! It's good to see you again . How have you been ?
Great . I just got back from a week's vacation in Thailand .
Really ? How was it ?
Fantastic ! I didn't want to come back .
I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful .
They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap .
I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ?
Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing .
I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself .
Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ?
Yeah , it sure would .
Well , I would say that I ' m just drifting - - here , in the pool .
Why ?
Well , it ' s very comfortable just to drift here .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person should want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
Yes . I have given all the designers notice of meeting by telephone .
Is the room ready for the lecture now ?
Yes , I have prepared . I have also prepared a meeting memo .
Excellent . How about the microphone and speaker ?
I have also got them ready for the lecture .
Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests .
Sure .
How would you seat them ?
I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ?
Well , after the half of the meeting , there will be an interval for rest and refreshment .
Yes , speaking .
I am glad to tell you that you are supposed to come for an interview tomorrow . Are you free tomorrow ?
Can you speak a little louder ? You sound very indistinct with the hissing noise .
Well , I can't hear you .
Thank you . And here's your receipt , sir .
Many thanks .
I hope your stay here was satisfactory , sir .
This could be a great hotel , once you get rid of the insects . The city itself is great .
I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit . Please have a pleasant trip home .
Yes . I did .
It's really good .
But he has the sex scandal .
Well . Maybe he isn't a good husband , but he is a successful president .
I agree . He is also an excellent speaker .
Yes , he is . Of course he makes mistakes , but who doesn ' t .
yeah , it ' s fair to say so .
Yeah , I just got them . I started playing ice hockey in a community league . So , I finally got myself new skates .
What position do you play ?
I ' m a defender . It ' s a lot of fun . You don ' t have to be able to skate as fast on defense .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
That's fine . Don't forget to update the inventory .
Sorry , what do you mean ?
When you take something out of the stores you need to update the stores database so we know when to reorder .
Here you go .
Here is your change and your receipt . Do you have goods unpaid on you , sir
No , I don't think so .
I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look .
There must be a mistake .
Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid .
Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it .
Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it
Of course I did . Here is the receipt .
Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir .
That's all right .
Really ? Why ?
Mr . Black has been getting a little on the side .
Really ? I am surprised . He doesn't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife , does he ?
No , he doesn't . Anyway , his wife found out that he has been two-timing for a long time .
Well , I am really surprised . By the way , have you done anything behind my back ?
No . The only thing I've ever done behind your back is zipping you up .
I like that joke , but I hope it's true .
Not good . The doctor told him not to smoke again , but it just rolls off him like water off the duck ' s back !
Maybe I would talk with him someday .
I hope it will be of some use .
Well , I want a fillet steak , medium , but my little girl doesn't care for steak . Could she have something else instead ?
Certainly . How about spaghetti with clams and shrimps .
Sounds delicious . OK . She'll try that .
Hello , everybody . I am Monica and this is my first day at work . I am working in the finance department . I am very happy to meet everyone and I am looking forward to working well with all of you . I am very happy to be one of the team and I will do my best to get into the working situation as soon as possible . By the way , call me Monica . Everybody calls me so .
I am looking for a host home .
How long will you stay with the host family ?
Well , at least half a year . Do I have to do my own grocery shopping ?
Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you .
That is fine .
Yes . I had a bad traffic accident . Look , my car looks like a squashed coke can .
Did you see the car before it hit you ?
No , I didn't . That car was too fast .
Which lane were you in ?
I don't remember .
What was your speed then ?
40 miles per hour .
Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ?
Just straight .
OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ?
No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern .
No problem , Miss .
I ' d like to speak to marked Baker , please .
I ' m sorry , Mr . Baker ' s not in . May I take your message ?
Yes , tell him Mr . Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back .
Alright . Mr . Cook , I have Mr . baker called you back as soon as he gets here .
Don't get drunk .
Give me a shot of whisky and soda .
With or without ice , sir ?
Certainly without ice . Ice will spoil the taste .
Would you like to say ' when ' , please , sir . ( Pouring soda )
Whoa , when .
Enjoy your drink , sir .
Sure .
Here is the ticket .
OK . madam . I have refunded it . You have to pay $ 15 for it .
We see you are all dressed to the nines .
How very appropriate , because tonight we have a most dazzling show for you !
Yes , this runway is going to sparkle with glamour and style !
Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai .
And others directly from New York .
So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready .
Because you're going to love this show !
I am free tomorrow afternoon between two and four ; do you have a particular time in mind ?
Two o'clock would be the best time .
Fine , do you know where my office is ?
No , I'm not sure .
Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor .
I see .
Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then .
I'll see you then .
Looking forward to meeting with you !
Your major must be computer .
Do you think my educational background suits this position ?
Yes , I ' m quite satisfied with your qualifications .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
All staff can enjoy the health insurance program .
What if an employee was injured due to work-related job ?
Employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance .
It is a new film , ' Transformer ' .
How do you like it ?
I expected too high from that movie , but I was a bit disappointed about it .
But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week .
Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty .
My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie .
What's it about ?
It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy .
I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life .
Let's go . The time is coming .
We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema .
Don't worry , but my clothes are made of leathers .
Really ? That's wonderful !
Thank you for your warning .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
Yes , I ' d like to buy this dress , please .
It ' s certainly a pretty dress . I can ring you up at the register over here .
Great .
Will you be paying by cash , check , or credit card ?
I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ?
Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa .
I ' ll put it on my Visa card , then .
Very well , ma ' am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ' s rejected .
There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard .
Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199 . 00 , sign here , please .
Sure .
Here you go , and here ' s your receipt . Have a nice day .
Thanks . You have a good one , too .
Yes , I ' Ve nearly finished , June . I ' m sure we will win something this week .
You always say that , but we never win anything ! What will you do if you win a lot of money ?
If I win a lot of money , I shall buy you a mink coat .
I don ' t want a mink coat ! I want to see the world .
All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful
But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ?
If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again .
It ' s a pleasant dream , but everything depends on if !
I went bankrupt and I'm flat broke now .
If I can do anything for you , don't hesitate to let me know .
Thank you .
I wouldn ' t miss it for the world ! It ' s sure to be fun . She ' s invited a lot of people . Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house ?
If everyone turned up , it would be a squeeze . But a few people said that they couldn ' t go . So I think it should be OK ?
Are you taking anything ?
I ' Ve got her a birthday present and I ' ll take a bottle fo wine too .
That ' s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ' s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ' t mind too much .
Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ' t be surprised if they went to the party too .
I ' m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast !
Well , don ' t be late . I ' ll see you on Friday at helen ' s .
It is my honor to have this chance for this interview . Well , my major is commercial English . You know , and I am not only familiar with useful English expressions in business , but also learn some theories on this field . Besides , during my college learning period , I also attended some commercial activities to strive for the opportunity of practicing what I learned .
What is your greatest weakness ?
Well , I was a diligent student when I stayed in my college . I dislike meeting the deadline , when I am working on a project . I am always willing to complete it well ahead of the schedule .
What is the greatest disappointment in your life ?
Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me .
Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ?
I will start my work at the beginning of next month .
Well , my watch says five past two , but it's no use relying on it , because it has been gaining and losing these last few days .
You'll have to get it fixed .
Yes , I will .
Where are we ? Oh , here we are . So we drive to the A120 and turn left .
No , we turn right . Remember that we are coming from this direction .
Oh yes ! Sorry ! Then we drive to the M11 motorway .
How far is that ?
It ' s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south .
According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ' s the motorway that goes around the edge of London .
That ' s another 15 miles , so that ' s 22 miles total so far .
Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction !
Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 .
Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ' s the total distance ?
The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ?
22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ' s a total of 58 miles , isn ' t it ?
It shouldn ' t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way .
We can only go fast on the motor ways if there isn ' t much traffic . I think we should allow ourselves plenty of time to get there . Being early is much better than being late .
En , I am looking for the shop . Can you tell me where it is ?
Walk along the way and then turn left , It's right there .
Thank you . Do I have to pay duty if I want to buy something ?
No , you don't have to . It's a duty-free shop .
Thank you so much .
Is he living in the new housing estate in Killington ?
No , he's living in an old house in Warton .
Do you mean the one near the health centre on Old Slate Road ?
That's the one .
His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ?
He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money .
Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ?
No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise .
What a lucky man .
He still has a complaint though .
What's that ?
He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop .
The poor thing . It must be difficult being him .
You can say that again .
part-timer ? Is that a new buzzword ?
oh , it ' s pretty popular among my classmates these days . So are you ?
sure , I have a part-time job as a bartender .
cool ! It must be amazing to work at a bar !
yeah , but I ' m not there for fun . I have to remain professional and if I get distracted , the manager would be pretty upset .
that ' s true . I ' m wondering did you learn anything from the job ?
of course . There ' s always much to learn . I got to know more about the real world .
you mean you got working experience , right ?
not just working experience . I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life .
it must be very demanding .
sometimes it is . But after working for a few weeks , it ' s easy to figure out .
really ? It sounds interesting .
maybe you can come to the bar one day and I ' ll show you around .
great . I ' m looking forward to it .
Hmm . Your file shows that you watched ' Titanic ' Monday night .
Monday night ? Monday night I was at a great concert .
Well , as they say , garbage in , garbage out . Let me correct this error , please .
Thank you . It's very nice when problems can be solved quickly .
When I deleted the $ 10 , the computer automatically added a $ 2 service charge .
Are you crazy ? You made the mistake and now you're charging me for your mistake ?
Sir , if it makes you feel any better , the $ 2 service fee used to be $ 5 .
Why don't you just stick a gun in my ribs and take everything I have ?
Unfortunately , sir , you'll have to pay the $ 2 , whether you like it or not .
The process of actually making the offer is something that I will take care of for you . What price were you considering offering ?
I love this house and would be willing to pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars .
Let ' s leave some room on this offer . I think that three hundred and twenty thousand dollars is a fair offer in this housing market .
We could try that , but I really want this house !
It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer .
How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ?
The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving .
Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ?
There really isn ' t anything else to do right now except wait . You are already pre-qualified for your loan .
Yeah . I get sick of her . She always bends my ear about what she thinks .
She is a barking dog . But she means well .
But I don ' t like anyone who would drive me crazy by telling me what to do .
You are unfair to her . She is a very nice girl .
Not too bad , thanks . And you ?
Pretty good ! How are your parents these days ?
Oh , they are fine . They are enjoying their retirement .
Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Well , I am going to a football match . I need to go .
Say hi to your family for me .
Thanks , I will , byebye !
Yeas , It is . Sewen Jes speaking . How can I help ?
Actually , I'm calling to complain about your service . The computer I bought last week is faulty .
Oh , I'm sorry to hear that , sir . What exactly is problem ?
Well , easily , It doesn't work . It doesn't even start probably .
Oh , dear ! I'll do whatever I can .
No , thank you . I've given up , you know .
You don't mind if I have one .
Well , all tight . But you know , smoking does do harm to your health .
Yes , you are right .
Why don't you try and give it up ?
I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use .
Hi , Alex !
Where have you been ?
I just got back from London .
How was your flight ?
It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though .
That ' s too bad . How long was the flight ?
It was 10 hours .
Did you have a layover ?
Yes , in Paris , France .
Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ?
Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate -- one for me and one for you !
Oh , you didn ' t have to ...
It was nothing .
But I see things rather differently . The heroin is not attractive and her acting is just so-so .
The heroin may not be attractive . I like the story , though .
Oh , yes .
I hope that you had good journey .
Yes . Thank you .
Make sure that your customs forms are with you .
And ?
Before disembarkation , please get ready .
All right .
By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship .
Thank you for your reminding .
You will see the beautiful city .
I can't wait to see it .
Well ... I'm pretty busy . but ... all right . come in . What can I do for you ?
Do you mind if I sit down ?
Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
I know . I ' m just waiting for confirmation on one of them . I can get them to you by tomorrow morning .
Yeah ? All right . Thanks , Susan .
That ' s all right .
There ' s a problem with my check .
What problem ?
My check for $ 100 bounced .
Are you sure you have $ 100 in your checking account ?
I thought I did .
I ' ll check for you .
Thank you very much .
It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account .
That can ' t be right !
That ' s what my computer is showing .
All right . Thank you very much .
Yes , I ' Ve come in apply for the position as head of claim department .
I ' m Smith , the manager of Human Resources Department . May I ask your name ?
My name is Zhang Due .
Would you tell me what education background you have ?
I graduated from Beijing College of Foreign Trade . My major was International Trade .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes , I have been working in Lush Insurance Company for four years .
OK . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ?
Yes .
OK . I will accept you for a three months-period of probation . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes .
No thanks . I've had enough .
Actually you haven't had much .
To tell you the truth , I am on the diet .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
It's exactly twelve minutes past seven .
When will the lecture begin ?
It'll begin at nine o'clock sharp .
Easy for you to say . My bottom still stings .
It might be sore for a while . You'll be OK . Now let's go home and rest .
Can't we go to McDonald's first ?
No , sweetie . I'll make you some tomato soup and rice .
No , thanks .
And vegetables with porridge .
Blah ... What's that ?
This is all your medicine . You need to take it four times a day for three days straight .
It was a foreign film called ' Gone with the wind ' .
Really ? I've seen that movie , too .
How did you like the movie ?
I thought it was pretty good .
I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The storyline and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
It might be .
Sure , would you prefer looking in the morning or afternoon ?
I would prefer mornings .
Can you go during the week , or can you only go during the weekend ?
Going to look at houses during the week is best for me .
Where would you like me to pick you up ?
I will meet you at the real estate office .
I am thinking of looking at three houses , and it will take about two hours .
That sounds good to me .
Once I contact the owners and confirm the times , I will e-mail you a schedule .
Yes . I have my wallet stolen .
When did you lose it ?
I don't know the exact time . Maybe I lost it last night when I was traveling on the bus .
Can you make a description of your wallet ?
It's a black leather one . There are my credit card and ID and some money .
Yes . This is Janet Smith . I ' d like to make an appointment with Dr . Mustn as soon as possible .
Is it urgent ( an emergency ) ?
Yes . I ' Ve got an infected wound .
How about this afternoon at 2:00 ?
That ' s fine .
Don ' t forget to bring your health card with you .
I ' ll bring the card . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
Sure . Let's buy it .
I think working in this company could give me the best chance to use what I have learnt . As you know , I majored in computer programming in the university . I've cherished a desire to get a job where I can apply my knowledge . I know your company is one of the largest computer companies in the world , and I wish to have opportunity to develop my capabilities here . That ' s why I applied .
I see . But have you ever done any work in this field ?
Yes , since 1993 , I ' Ve been employed as a clerk in the Beijing Branch of the DHAK Trading Corporation .
Why do you plan to change your job ?
Because I would like to get a job in which I can have good opportunity for advancement , and the job was not challenging enough .
Have you applied for work with any other companies ?
Yes , I applied with another company , but that was just to get experience in being interviewed .
If you are accepted at both places , which company will you choose ?
This one , of course . Your company is my first choice . I want to work for you .
I enjoy camping .
Really ? I'm not much of an outdoor person . What do you like about it ?
I love the fresh air , the scenery the exercise , and the time to think .
Do you hike or fish on your trips ?
Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles .
Did you catch anything ?
Yes , but I threw them back .
How about Joining our summer camp next week ?
Great ! I can't wait .
Good morning , Nathaniel . This is Leah calling from the International Student Office .
Good morning .
The reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week .
Oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
She's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
Is there someone else I can talk to ?
She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
That will be fine .
Ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 then . See you then .
Do you have the ticket with you ?
Yes , I have my ticket with me .
Let me see your ID .
I forgot to bring that with me .
You need it to pay your fine .
Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ?
Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are .
Okay , I think I understand .
All right , come back and bring your ID .
So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ?
Once you pay it , your record will be cleared .
Yeah , I've been working so much overtime lately .
Really ? How come ?
My boss gave me a big project . I had to have it finished by this morning . It was so difficult .
You shouldn't work so hard .
I know , but hard work pays off . You know .
What do you mean ?
Maybe now I'll get that promotion I was hoping for .
Any particular decade ?
Something made in the ' 20s would be nice .
We had seven , but we sold one this morning .
Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes ?
You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures .
Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one .
Yes , that one is very nice .
Now , does this come with a warranty ?
I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances .
That doesn't surprise me .
Even if it doesn't work , it's a beautiful collectible .
10:15 a . m .
Can I get the ticket here ?
Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter .
Thank you .
I'm sorry . I don't think so .
Why ? What's wrong with it ?
It's much too hard for his age .
What's the problem ?
The goods arrived half a month later than scheduled . What's more , five cases were found broken and unit inside seriously damaged .
Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports were strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left .
But then there were some cracks in a number of cases . Almost all the bottom of the cases were loose .
That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling .
But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing .
But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps .
But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken .
I don't think the stevedores could have handled them with great care .
Just what are you proposing ?
We could take a cut on the price . But 25 % would reduce much our profit margin . We suggest a compromise 10 % .
That's a big change from 25 % ! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit . Any other ideas ?
I don't think I can change it right now . Why don't we talk again tomorrow ?
Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this .
Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else .
I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground .
I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % .
Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat .
Then you'll have to think of something better , Robert .
So soon . Why don ' t you stay a little longer ?
I wish I could , but It ' s already late .
Oh . It ' s pity you have to leave .
thank you for wonderful meat .
I'm glad you enjoy it .
My immediate family is quite small . It ' s just my older step-brother , my mom , my step-dad and me . how about you ?
I have a large family . I have three older sisters , my twin sister , a younger brother , and parents .
I didn ' t know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ?
We ' re identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we are complete opposites when it comes to everything else .
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn ' t mention to your biological father .
I don ' t know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don ' t have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother ' s mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was meant to be .
Yes . I find dates to be a lot of fun .
What's so fun about them ?
They give me the opportunity to get to know someone better .
So you always have fun on dates ?
Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with .
Why not ?
My date may not be my type .
So then why would you ask them out in the first place ?
I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type .
Sounds like a huge waste of time to me .
Now that I think about it , it really is sometimes .
Sounds like a good plan . What do you want to see ?
How about Legally Blonde .
Ah , my girlfriend wanted to see that movie . I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time . How about The Cube ?
Isn't that a scary movie ?
How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun .
Ok . I'll give it a try .
That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
Yes , it is .
I am calling to inform you that we have arranged an interview for this accountant position at 2 PM this Thursday afternoon . Please come on time .
Ok , thank you . By the way , could you please tell me how I can get there from A community ?
Oh , you can take the subway , get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes . You will find a building . It will take about 40 minutes in total .
I got it . Thank you so much .
You ' re welcome .
No , thanks . I'm just looking .
We have a special on these skirts this week . Would you like to try one on ?
No , thank you . I don't need any skirts .
How about a blouse ? This one here is the latest fashion .
No , thank you .
Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you .
No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know .
Take a look at this dress ! Don't you think it's perfect for you , ma'am ? Uh , where are you going , ma'am ? Ma'am ?
Certainly . As my colleague just mentioned , sustainability is a major concern when examining the potential output of a resource . Of course , as you can see from the content of our presentation today , with renewable resource , there is a much larger sustainability than with non-renewable resource .
We have a few different wholesale vendors , so our cost varies a bit over the fiscal year . But the difference is miniscule , a fluctuation of about 0 . 2 % .
That must impact your bottom line at least a little bit , doesn't it ? After all , your sticker price is pretty much set in stone . How much do they go for retail ?
Retail price is 29 . 95 per unit . We take into consideration changes in supply cost when figuring this price .
Is that including tax ?
No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in .
How much is your profit margin then ?
Our profit margin is in the neighborhood of 20 % .
You do ?
Look , maybe I shouldn't tell you this , but I'v going over to WebTracker , too .
No way ! That's great ! Then we'll still be together !
Actually , I'm already working for WebTracker . Vince never wanted to give me what I was worth , so I figured , what the heck .
No kidding ! I can't believe this . You devil !
It's kind of cool , isn't it ? I'm sort of like a secret agent .
Not exactly . Our address is ' www . zhilian-zhaopin . com . CN ' .
I am sorry , could you repeat it please ?
Of course . The website is ' www . zhilian - zhaopin . com . CN ' .
Ah , yes , that's right .
Glad to meet you , Mr Stewart . I'm the guide from Pacific Tour Agency . My name is Zhang Hua .
Hello , I was just looking for the guide .
I'm always at your service , sir . By the way , did you have a pleasant trip ?
Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take-offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired .
Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you .
Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible .
So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall .
I am sure we will . Actually , we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder .
Come this way , please . The coach is waiting outside .
Fine , let's go .
I would like to return this book .
Is that all you need ?
I also want to check out this video .
Is that all you would like to check out ?
That ' s all I need .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
Make sure to take proper care of this video .
That won ' t be a problem .
If you damage the video , you will be fined .
I won ' t damage it .
It's too good to be true .
I haven't had a chance to see it .
You know about the blackout last night , right ?
The lights were out everywhere .
A bunch of people went looting last night .
They what ?
They took full advantage of the lights being out .
That's crazy .
The news reported that four stores were broken into .
Were the looters found ?
The police don't know who did it .
I hope this doesn't happen again .
Well , all right . There are four points you should keep in mind when you file documents , information and other things .
What are they ?
They are , keep the documents in chronological order , remove all the chips and pins , punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder .
And what is the most important point ?
You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule .
Steven ! What ' s going on ! Who were those guys ? I didn ' t know you have a gun ! What ' s going on !
I will come clean as soon as we get to safety , OK ? For now , you have to trust me , please ! I would never do anything to hurt you .
Steven , I ...
I haven ' t been completely honest with you Veronica , I ' m sorry . I ' m not a fireman . I ' m not even from the United States . I ' m a spy for the Indian government .
What ? Why didn ' t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ?
When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau .
What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me !
I ' m sorry , I wasn ' t supposed to meet you . I wasn ' t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real .
I can ' t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ' t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car !
Veronica , wait !
Could I reserve a table for Saturday , September 16th at 8: 00 p . m . ?
Certainly , sir . For how many people , please ?
For two people . We would like a quiet table , please .
Of course . May I have your name , please ?
This is Mr . William .
Can you spell that , please ?
William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M .
Thank you , Mr . William . Goodbye .
Tom , the new sales representative ? Nice to meet you ! I'm Melinda .
Nice to meet you too . Melinda .
Now let me show you around . This is our reception area , and our conference room is right over there . Over there is the sales department .
Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small .
Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there .
It looks like you guys work hard .
I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard . Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices .
Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs .
Sure thing .
I like traveling for pleasure to get places for vacation for instance . But I don ' t like traveling to work , waiting for buses , or ...
Or getting stuck in traffic jams when you ' re driving .
Exactly .
Willing to help , maybe , but not as helpful as you think .
Really ?
Last night he told the children a cliff-hanger story and both of them were scared out of sleep .
That is a deadly risky business . He should have it coming on him .
He must be regretting about having done the business .
I bet he is . He domed his own life .
I am sorry , I didn ' t catch what you said . Could you repeat it please ?
The Grand hotel , is it far from here ?
Sorry , my English isn ' t so good . Could you speak a little slower ?
( quietly ) I don't understand what the teacher is saying .
Uh , to begin with , please take a look at the syllabus in front of you . As you all should know by now , this class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50 .
That's terrible . He speaks too fast . How can I catch his meaning ?
Again , as you see on your course outline , grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test , periodic quizzes , and classroom participation .
I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not .
I'm so tired . Let me sleep for five more minutes .
You have to get up and get ready for school .
I know , but just five more minutes .
I can't let you go back to sleep , because you won't wake back up .
I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes .
You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed .
I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes .
I don't want you to be late for school today .
I'm not going to be late today .
Fine , five more minutes .
Thank you .
You can print out a copy of the Order Supply Form from our company web site and turn in into me . What will you be needing ?
I need ink cartridges , staples , and Post-its .
Will you need all of them right away or can some wait ?
Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away .
You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ?
We have plenty of money for office supplies .
You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ?
I want to pick them up .
Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day !
You too !
Is that so ?
Yes . I don't want to be stuck in a rut . I want to move on .
Have you decided ?
Yes , I want to get a better job .
Could you tell me why you want to quit ?
I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues .
Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out .
I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay .
OK . I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you . However , I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay .
there's a great sitcom on Channel 3 that stars in about three minutes .
which one is that ?
the office . Have you watched it ?
I've seen the British version and loved it , but have never seen the American version .
it's almost exactly the same . I think it's a hilarious show .
what are you watching now ?
they're just showing highlights of American Idol from last night right now .
I can't stand American Idol ! I think it's really over-rated .
I couldn't agree with you more .
have you got satellite , cable , or digital TV ?
we have digital TV . It's amazing though---even with 100 channels , there's often nothing on that I'd want to watch !
do you watch a lot of TV then ?
I guess so . I'm bit of a couch potato . How about you ?
I don't have a TV at home , so I rarely watch anything . Is there anything worth watching after the office ?
there's actually a documentary on the history channel later on that I'd like to watch . Do you want to stay and watch it with me ?
why not ? I don't have anything better to do !
Teachers are just directors who give scope to the students ' initiative and creativeness , instead of taking their rights away from speaking .
What did you do to put it into practice ?
I divided students into groups and asked them to generate their own ideas actively . It can help develop the problem-solving ability of the students .
Just last week .
How was it ?
Oh , I loved it . I only visited a couple of cities , you know . But I had a great time .
Well , tell me . What are they like ?
They ' re nice .
If I were on as many steroids as he was , I think I ' d be powerful , too .
What are you talking about ? ! He ' s passed every drug test he ' s taken !
Those drug tests don ' t mean anything ! He probably took some other drugs to mask the steroids .
Just because Ben Johnson was juiced up doesn ' t mean all athletes are .
OK , OK . I ' m feeling a little dehydrated . Let ' s get something to drink .
What kind of car do you want ?
Well , what kinds do you have ?
Mazda . Honda and Nissan .
Honda is OK .
It's very hot , the temperature is often over 40C .
Do you like the weather in Seattle ?
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
I bought the MP4 in your store a week before , but it doesn't work today .
Have you brought your receipt ?
Yes , here you are .
I am sorry , we will change yours for a new one .
Of course . I will show you the fitting room .
The dress is slim in cut .
Thank you for saying that .
Ah , yes , Miss Chang . What seems to be the problem ?
Well , I'd like to change the date to March 20 , and make that for two singles , not one .
Very well . That can be arranged .
We have a kind of floating bonus on a yearly basis .
Can you elaborate it more concretely ?
Yes . Floating bonus is the kind of bonus that is indeterminate in amount , such as quarterly bonus , bonus at the end of the year .
Oh , I see . Thank you .
Good ! Have you got the recruitment information on marketing ?
Yes . I have found some through different channels .
Really ? That's great ! Tell me .
OK . The first piece of job information I got was from the Internet , and it is about selling medicines .
What do you think of this job ?
I am not familiar with the medicine industry , and I don't think it fits me well .
Then how about the others ?
Another is about electronic commerce , and its products are mainly large machinery equipments .
I have heard about electronic commerce , and many people say it has good prospects for development .
I also feel it's nice . I want to give it a try .
Come on ! I believe you will succeed .
Thanks . You can also seek job information on the Internet .
Good idea . I will think it over .
Yes , here you are . Would you care to order now , Sir ?
I'll have the baked salmon .
Any vegetable ?
I'd rather have broccoli .
OK . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee .
All right .
Really ? What can I do ?
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends .
Really ? What can I do ?
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
I need to fight this ticket that I got .
Is the arresting officer here ?
Yes , he is , Your Honor .
Plead your case .
I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true .
Why would the officer lie ?
I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it .
Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ?
No , my picture wasn't taken .
There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go .
Thank you very much , Your Honor .
Let me check ... what's your voucher number ?
It's 45132 .
Wait a minute , please---Mr . Wong , I'm terribly sorry . Our delivery truck had an accident today . I'm afraid your sofa won't be delivered until tomorrow .
Take the No . 7 bus . There's a bus stop just over there .
Will it take me straight there ?
Yes . No need to change .
My goodness ! It ' s the afternoon ? Doesn ' t the time fly ! Do come in and sit down .
Thank you .
What ' s the time ? My watch has stopped .
It ' s half past twelve .
When do you have lunch ?
From one to two .
What do you normally eat ?
We usually go to the cafeteria .
Oh , it ' s time to have lunch now .
let ' s go together .
Yeah , I'm very worried about his health .
He looks tired all the time .
He's working too hard .
Well , I wouldn't swim in it - but the water is much cleaner than it was a few years ago .
Are local factories allowed to discharge waste water into the lake ?
Yes , but it must be treated in an effluent treatment plant first .
I wouldn't do it if I were you .
It's sounds like fun .
It's very dangerous , you know .
I want to try something exciting .
It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you .
I'll tell you all about it next Monday .
Well , take care of yourself , and don't say I didn't warn you .
Don ' t mention it . It ' s my pleasure . Have you been to one of these large , sit-down dinner parties since you got to New Haven ?
No , this is my first . Last week I went to a cookout for new professors at Dean Barksdale ' s home . I took a taxi because I didn ' t want to be late . But I was the first one
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o ' clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I ' m hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ' s only seven-fifteen . I don ' t want to be the first one there again .
Don ' t worry . We won ' t be the first .
Probably nothing .
You have to do something romantic .
Romantic ? I can't remember what that word means .
Well , you have three kids , so you knew what it meant once upon a time !
Ha , ha ! Those days are long gone .
What happened that you didn't get it done ?
I had to watch a football game instead .
Well , you had more than one day ; couldn't you have fit it in on another day ?
Yes , I think so .
Either way , I only allow one missed assignment per semester . When will you be turning the make-up in ?
I'll make it up next week .
Fine , but it cannot happen again if you want an " A " in the class .
OK , I can do that .
Remember that you are in college now , not high school .
Sure . What's up ?
I'd love to . Thanks .
When will you be convenient ?
Any time will suit me .
Are you doing anything tomorrow ?
I'm free tomorrow .
I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ?
All right , see you then .
You do ? OK , fine with me .
Thank you SO much .
But I also want ya to do me a favor .
What ?
You gotta have some better deodorant .
I ' m sorry ? !
Sure . It is helpful to shorten the distance between you and the interviewer and create a lively atmosphere .
Appropriate greetings will win the interviewer's favorable impression
But you should pay special attention to your words and attitudes .
In the beginning of the interview , greet the interviewer with a kind smile .
In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' .
That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail .
When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions .
At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode .
Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor .
Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer .
In short , you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview .
Yes , of course . I love the picnic party . It ' s really family fun time .
This time you can bring your daughter with you .
Right , she is so excited and simply can ' t wait .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
I was wondering if you guys also tailor clothes ?
Sure we do ! We have the best tailors in the country ! What is it that you need exactly ?
Well , I ' m looking to get a custom-made suit .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
I'm not sure if I can , but I'll try .
Could you ? Thank you .
You ' re welcome . What brings you to China ?
I ' m actually here on business .
I see and what do you do for a living ?
I ' m an IT salesman .
That sounds like a good job .
It ' s very interesting actually .
Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Um , okay . Well , I just want a trim . Nothing too fancy .
Oh my gosh ! Your hair is amazing ! So silky , so shiny ! I am going to work my magic on your hair ! You hear me ? You are going to look like a million bucks !
Okay . Um ... can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top .
Don ' t you worry , I ' ll take care of everything ! Oh my god ! I just love your curly hair ! It ' s so fluffy and cute ! You should totally let it grow out . An afro would look great on you !
Um ... no .
Okay , but you are going to be my masterpiece !
Here you are .
Ah , thank you . Please bring your luggage here for inspection .
Ok . But is there anything wrong ?
It's just a regular inspection . Do you have anything to declare ?
I've got 6 packets of cigarettes and 2 bottles of champagne . Besides , I have two cameras , one is for my own use , and the other is a gift .
Well , the cigarettes and the champagne are not in excess of the duty-free allowance . But according to our law , each passenger is allowed only one camera duty-free . You ' ll have to pay duty for the other one .
Ok . Where shall I pay duty for it ?
Please wait a minute . I'll make out the duty memo ... Here you are . Take this and pay to the woman over there .
I've paid for it . Here's the receipt .
Very well . I hope you ' ll enjoy your stay in America .
Thank you .
That's all right . We ' ll get used to it . Besides , it is quiet up there . We ' re little further away from the street and traffic noise and there's no one living over us .
Is the place well-furnished ?
Yes , it's pretty bright in there and big enough for our children to play .
What about the kitchen ?
The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires .
Are the plumbing all right ?
The plumbing seems OK , too . The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak .
The place is OK . Let ' s go there and have a look at it again .
Oh , and there's one more thing you have to do every hour on the hour , sweets .
Blow my nose ?
Well , you do that when your nose needs blowing . I was talking about a way to make your throat heal faster .
No , please , Mom ! Don't make me gargle with saltwater !
It works better than any medicine , Lily . I'll make you a glass right now , and you'll finish it !
Thanks .
Do you need a hand with that ?
Actually , I could you some help . Thank you so much .
Don't worry about it .
Thank you . I ' Ve worked pretty hard to be able to list those accomplishments .
You ' Ve got plenty of training and experience . I wonder if you could tell me something about your goals . Where do you see yourself ten years from now ?
To be honest , I don ' t plan in that much detail . My goals tend to be general ; I define success according to the job at hand . I see myself advancing as I succeed , but I don ' t necessarily dwell on
interesting ! And how do you feel about decision-making ? Are you an independent thinker , or do you depend more on your superior for direction ?
That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail
Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ?
I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled
So , your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper .
It ' s harmful not only for yourself but for others .
What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking ?
Stop producing cigarettes .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about printing a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
Yes , I am . That's why I make plans before I do anything .
How do you plan to do your present job ?
I want to make more contact with extra clients and use my organizational skills in the future .
But you just got here . Can ' t you stay a little longer and have some tea ?
That ' s very kind of you . But if I don ' t go now I ' ll miss the last bus .
That ' s too bad .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
Don't worry . Everything will be fine .
Yes . I want to make a plane reservation to Shanghai , China .
May I have your name , please ?
Feynman Black . I want to leave on October 15th .
OK . Let me see . Air China has a flight on October 15th at 10:00 in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single or return ?
Single . How much ?
Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars .
OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
OK . Thank you .
The Spur .
What was the score ?
They managed a 99:80 victory .
Generally speaking , there are the company , the job title , job description , requirement , and so on .
What are the accesses of the job ads ?
There are many sources , such as newspaper , Internet and direct visit .
Bill and Betty have already grown up .
I can still remember our first date .
Look at that big tree over there .
Yeah , oh my god ! It ' s still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then ?
You seemed to be dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
( Smile ) I can ' t believe this for it ' s been 20 years since we got married .
So do you feel happy now ?
I couldn ' t have been any happier !
Of course , we are the happiest family in the world .
I didn't sleep a wink last night .
Did you have something on your mind ? You look so concerned ! Maybe I can help you .
Well , I'm under a lot of pressure . My boss is very pushy . He assigned me two projects . Now the deadlines are near and I still haven't finish one of them .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
Well , I guess no one can help me but myself . For the moment , I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress .
I know your feeling . Take it easy .
Yes , it will .
You know that for a fact ?
Yeah , I take this bus all the time .
Is it a very long bus ride ?
It's about thirty minutes long .
Do you know where we get off at ?
There's a bus stop right behind Macy's .
Really , there's a bus stop right by the mall ?
There's a bus stop in the mall parking lot .
That's convenient .
Absolutely .
I lost one of my contact lenses , and I ' m searching high and low for it .
Where did you lose it ? Maybe I can help you to find it .
Thank you very much . I think I lost it near the window .
My name is Alice Lin , and I need to know if some money has been transferred to my account yet .
Just one second , and I'll check .
Thank you .
Coming !
Rich struck it rich in advertising . And he and Cath got married and just had a child .
That's no news . Those two were high school sweethearts anyway .
Teresa Jones got a boob job .
Uh , I can see that . And Erica Falls has lost a lot of weight .
I've got something . You saw Taylor Smith ? Looks terrible , doesn't he ? I heard he ...
Fine . Do you want your windshield cleaned ?
No , thank you . I don't have time . How much is that ?
It comes to $ 15 .
Thank you , but I am in a terrible mood indeed .
Yes , I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English .
Well , then , please tell me about your English education .
I have been studying English since junior high school . And I majored in English in college .
I see , do you speak any other languages ?
Yes , I speak a little French and Japanese .
Hmm . That's not too bad . Does it have a stopwatch ?
Uh , no . Analog watches don't come with stopwatches . You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch .
Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ?
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
me . too i like the festival best of all .
Think of the big face down the eve , hmm .
And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ...
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? to welcome the new year of course .
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . they always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
Yes , sir . What can I do for you ?
This is Room 705 . The air conditioner in my room doesn't work .
I'll have that taken care of immediately .
And may I have two more towels , please ?
No problem . We'll bring you the towels in just a minute .
Thanks .
Oh , what does he look like ? Is he tall ?
He's tall and strong .
I can tell it from your build .
You definitely made the right move by calling . Our primary business is creating , conducting and customizing fully interactive human resources workshops for companies just like yours .
It seems that my employees are having trouble working as a team . Not to mention serious lapses in service , sales and leadership skills .
Well as we know nothing comes out of a can . We have years of experience tailoring workshops to the specific needs of your company . We can hone in on your problem areas and have your employe
What a relief ! I was beginning to think it was no way to get my business rolling again .
That's what we're here for , the human resources help you need , when and how you need it .
Yeah . I was so happy , because my favorite singer , Ricky Martin won ' Best Latin Pop Performance ' .
He seems to win awards everywhere .
He is really great . He has sold millions of records worldwide . He is especially known for his rocking performance at the football World Cup song-the Cup of World .
I heard one observer even said ' It was a song sung in Spanish for international football , and he made it so popular that even the Americans loved it . '
That's right . His voice ranges from the smooth sound of ballads to the highpowered rhythms of the Spanish Caribbean where he grew up . He has fan clubs across the world , from America to Russia , from England to Taiwan , from Norway to Australia .
I really couldn't understand him .
He is surely a hard nut , nobody likes approaching him .
We'd better also leave him alone .
Yes , I am , thank you . I'll have three scrambled eggs with country ham , toast and jam , please .
Would you like anything to drink ?
I'll have a tomato juice and some iced tea .
Anything else ?
Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ?
Sure . Coming right up .
To New York .
When do you have to be there .
Tomorrow morning .
How long do you have to be there ?
Three days .
When will you be back ?
On Friday .
to be honest , I don't really care for either one .
I thought everyone liked basketball . Why don't you like it ?
I used to play basketball when I was little , and I never scored a goal . Every time I watch a basketball game , I think about how horrible I was at it .
that makes sense .
how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ?
my absolute favorite is ice hockey .
have you ever seen a live game ?
sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch .
I've never really understood the game .
it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching .
thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ?
not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you .
that's a good idea .
let's watch the Canadian team . They have a good manager and a great coach .
This is the specialty of our restaurant , sir .
Yes , it's really savory .
Thank you for appreciating it .
Chinese , maths , English , chemistry , physics , biology and so on .
What do you think about the teachers ?
To be honest , I like most of them , except for my Chinese teacher . She is quite young , but her class is too boring !
That's too bad . Do you have any foreign teachers ?
Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California .
What is he like ?
He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing .
Are you able to follow him ?
Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly .
Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher .
Absolutely ! If you come to our class , I am sure you will like him .
One second , please . ( a few seconds later , the receiver comes back and says ) Hello ?
Yes .
I ' m sorry . David is out to lunch right now .
Okay . I ' m his wife . Could you tell him to call me back when he returns ?
Sure . Does he know where to call you ?
Oh , thanks . Please tell him to call my cell-phone number .
Ok , I will .
Thank you very much .
No problem .
Oh , they're fine , still very active and enjoying their retirement .
Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Please give my best regards to them when you're home .
Sure , thank you .
OK , the job is a full-time one .
What does the job description say ?
We need a person with ability and flexibility .
Me , too . I overheard someone say Taylor has a brain tumor .
What ? No , I heard that he has stomach cancer . His ex-girlfriend said it .
That could explain all his stomachaches . He's trying to hide it from us .
Maybe that's why he didn't show up at the potluck . Have you seen him ?
No , but someone said he was in the men's room puking . Follow me !
Good idea . Is there a good movie on ?
What about ' Farewell My Concubine ' ? I've been wanting to see it for a long time .
All right . But it'll be difficult to buy tickets I suppose .
My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening .
What time does it begin ?
At eight thirty .
I'll come for you at about eight .
OK , I'll be waiting .
I would like to get a double cheeseburger .
Would you like everything on it ?
I would like everything on it , thank you .
Do you want any fries ?
Let me get some large curly fries .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ?
Is that everything ?
That'll be all . Thanks .
You're welcome , and your total is $ 5 . 48 .
Thank you . Here you go .
Go ahead , please .
How long is my paid vacation every year ?
You ' ll have 10 days paid vacation every year .
What about the insurance and housing policies ?
We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance .
How often is the bonus ?
You ' ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year .
Do I have training opportunities ?
We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad .
Well , I don ' t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer .
Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days .
Ok , thank you for your time and patience .
You ' re welcome .
Next Wednesday .
Have you sent out invitations by our party ?
Yes , I have .
When ?
Ten days ago .
Could Dr . Cole like to attend the party ?
Yes , he will .
That's fine .
No , I haven't .
Have you got any wine or spirits ?
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Yes , we've got great apartments with charming environment and nice scenery . And they are all newly renovated .
That sounds fantastic ! But I am looking for something closer to downtown , as I spend most of my time at the office .
No problem . We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square . It's perfect for people busy with office work . It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details .
I'm sure they are wonderful , but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost .
Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there .
Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ?
Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place .
OK . Thank you .
Hello , may I speak to Mr . Richard ?
This is Michael Richard speaking . Who is calling ?
Mr . Richard , this is Henry . I was interviewed by you last Tuesday .
You gave me a deep impression then . Can I help you ?
I ' m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position .
We have made the decision to hire you .
Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ' t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions .
I will , thank you for calling .
No , why ?
I need to get a costume for a fancy dress party , and I reply don't know what to get . Will you come shopping with me ?
Sure I like shopping . Who is organizing the party ?
One of the girls in my office .
What's the occasion ?
There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme .
That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie .
Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ?
Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it .
Oh good .
Excellent , come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center , the one around the corner from my house . They have just the shop we need .
Would you please be quiet , Ladies and Gentlemen ?
Well , my speech isn't very long . Would you please ...
Quiet everybody !
I'm not sure . Let me have a look ... It could be a coffee grinder .
A coffee grinder ?
Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans .
Oh , that would be very useful .
That would be great . I am really in the mood for a spicy hotpot . Any special reason for the invitation ?
To thank you for helping me at work last week . If you would not have been so kind , I would not have been able to pick my parents from the airport . You really did me a big favor . Thank you so much .
It was my pleasure . How about this evening ? I feel very hungry now .
Fine , I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area , food there is pretty spicy too . Shall we try that one ?
Ok with me . You are the boss . I will meet you downstairs after work .
I would like to have my clothes washed . What's the rate ?
We charge $ 5 for a barrel .
OK , here are the clothes .
Please fill out the form sir .
Excellent ! Let ' s set off .
I'm Mr . Stephen's secretary . He has an appointment with Mr . Green today .
Yes , it will be at three o ' clock this afternoon .
I'm afraid we have to reschedule it .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . Stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That will be fine .
yes , but I'm not sure which one to sign up for .
what kind of program are you looking for ? Full-time or part-time ?
I have to work during the day , so I want to find a part-time course that I can do in the evenings .
what kind of course are you looking for ?
I need to improve my English .
do you want a one-to-one private tutor or a group class ?
I think a one-to-one course will be too expensive for me , so a group class would be fine .
have you ever considered taking one of our online courses ?
I think I prefer face-to-face instruction better .
that's fine . If you want , you can sign up for a pre-sessional interview .
what's that for ?
one of our qualified teachers will interview you so that they can find a class that suits you best .
do you have a brochure about the course that I can take home to read ?
sure . Here's a brochure about out English classes that meet in the evenings .
thanks . I'll read through it tonight and get back to you tomorrow to sign up for a course .
I haven't gone to the interview yet . It's tomorrow . I am so nervous .
Don't worry . You should do fine . You have the experience .
I hope so .
Remember , they want someone who works well with people . You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are .
Thanks , I'll keep that in mind .
No , thank you . I don't like soup . I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with .
Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have , fish or meat ?
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
Yes , please . I'm picking out some presents for my children and wife .
What kind of presents do you want ?
Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ?
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml .
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
Sure . What do you want to know ?
Could you please tell me how many credits would be required for a bachelor's degree ?
Well , you have to get 166 credits , including required courses and optional courses .
OK . And how long does it take to get a bachelor's degree ?
It can be completed in four years normally .
I see . Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
I enjoyed talking to you too .
We should hang out some time .
I think that would be nice .
Is there anything you would like to do next time ?
Do you want to go out to eat ?
I'd like that .
So I'll see you next time .
I'm going to call you soon .
I'll talk to you later .
See you soon .
Goodbye .
Hi , I ' m Paul . Could you show me the apartment on the first floor ?
Sure . Let ' s go .
I like this one . How much is the rent ?
$ 850 a month .
Does the rent include utilities ?
No . Utilities are extra .
Where ' s the laundry room ?
It ' s on the other side of this floor .
What ' s your rule about pets ?
We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit .
How come ?
If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ' ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ' ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ' t allow pet snakes in the apartment .
who takes care of bug control ?
We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in .
Thank you very much for taking your time . I ' m still deciding . I will call you tomorrow .
I think I'm making good progress .
Is it harder than you thought ?
At first it was , but now I've got the basics . It ' s fun .
How about taking a walk in the park ?
OK . It's delightful to have a walk in the park with the air so fresh .
Oh , it's so quiet here . We have the park to ourselves , only you and me !
Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left .
Oh , I see them . Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu .
A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China .
Yes . I'll have the fresh fruit cocktail .
And for your entree ?
I think I'll Ty the crisp deep-fried chicken .
You can go to ZhongShan Park .
Have you ever been there ?
Yes . The scenery there is so breathtaking
Really ?
Yes , of course . It's really worth visiting .
Normally at six . Before that , they spend several years in the kindergarten or pre-school education center .
But thats only in the cities , isnt it ?
Right . In the countryside , things are more complicated .
Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities ?
It depends . In some poor , underdeveloped areas , children's education is a problem . Many kids cannot afford to go to school .
No , really ?
Yes , flexible , aggressive and creative people are urgently needed in the marketing department .
Who will be there ?
James is going to be packed off there .
That is good . He can leave you alone this time .
Yes , I'd like to change these dollars , please ?
OK . How do you like your money , madam ?
In fifty yuan bills , please ?
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
Hmm . I ' m pretty booked up this week . Let ' s move it up to next week .
Fine , Mr . Emory . Would next Monday at 4:00 o ' clock be all right for you ?
Let me take a look . All right , that ' s no problem . See you then .
Well , it ' s hard to say . I coughed a lot in the evening .
You ' d better give up smoking . It ' s bad for your health .
You ' re right . But you know it ' s so hard to give up the old habit like smoking .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
Same to you .
Oh , sure . How are you ? Long time no see . How are things at Lemans ?
It's about the same . I've been thinking of making a change myself . Do you mind if I ask you a few things about your job at the university ?
No , not at all . Go ahead .
Well , I was wondering what the salaries are like ? I mean ... are they much lower than the corporate world ?
Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation .
Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true .
I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that .
Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move .
Yeah , I guess I am . Working at a university is really suits me .
Yes , I noticed that . To what extent would local assembly help sales , did you say ?
20-30 % . But we proposed the plan from the storage and delivery viewpoint . That is to say , less warehouse space and prompt delivery .
Yes , of course . Assembly would be quite a simple matter . Cycle dealers could put them together in a very short time .
Sales have been exceptionally good during the past twelve months .
Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ?
All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you .
Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ?
Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra .
That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this .
Thanks .
Of course . Reservations aren't necessary , but we recommend them as our restaurant can get quite busy .
I need a table for two for tonight .
What time ?
We'd like to be seated at 8p m .
Smoking or non ?
Non-smoking .
What name is the reservation under ?
My name is Paul .
Ok . Please arrive at seven forty-five . We can only hold the table until 8,15 .
Stop fussing ! It is said that the training is important for our newcomers . And my company also informs me to attend the training next week .
But for me , the training is waste of my precious time .
I disagree with you . Companies usually make a workable and reasonable plan for the trainings , so as to improve new comers ' understanding of the company and its rules in short time . Through the training , we get to know many things , such as the corporate culture and spirit . Our newcomers can really grasp the essence of the company
It ' s broken . I just bought it yesterday , you know , it costs me $ 556 .
It sounds too bad . What will you do ?
Mike suggests me to return it .
That ' s what I want to say .
You have asked me several times about it . You are driving me up the wall .
Which tooth is it ?
( Pointing ) This one here .
Ah , yes . There's big cavity .
Can you fill it ?
I'm afraid not . The tooth is too far gone . It'll have to be taken out .
Then I might as well have it out now .
You'd better wait . The gums are swollen . Take the medicine I prescribe and come back in three days .
Excuse me , where is my cabin ?
Can I see your ticket ?
Of course . Here you are .
Your seat is in cabin No . 5 , the upper deck . It ' s near amid ship .
Can you direct the place for me ?
There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there .
I see . Thank you .
You are welcome . Have a good trip !
All of the major sights are included . You'll visit the Louvre , the Eiffel Tower and all of the top museums . You'll also take a day trip out of Paris to Versailles .
Can you fax a copy of the tour itinerary to me ?
Of course . Just give me your fax number .
It's 212-331-7600 .
Okay . I'll fax the itinerary to you immediately .
But newspapers do get some extra income by offering space for ads .
Extra income . They can get rich with sheer ads .
Yes , she does . She works at home .
Oh , I understand . She cooks , cleans and takes care of children . Is that right ?
Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
Oh , not yet . At least have one for the road .
No , thanks all the same .
Well , I am sorry you have to leave so early .
Thank you very much . I really had a good time .
Well , thank you for coming .
So see you .
Bye .
Cool down , man . Everyone is fed up with the rush-hour traffic . But life isn't really all that . You should take the initiative and make some changes first .
What should I do then ?
I recommend you ride a bike instead of commuting by bus . It may offer you many benefits . First , it's good for your health . I'm afraid it's not necessary for me to further elaborate . While lots of people spend time like an hour each morning exercising , a bike ride to work not only builds you up , but also makes full use of time . You might as well sleep out for a longer hour .
I know cycling is always a more favorable choice than a bus . After all , it's a sport . But do you think it a pleasant experience to take in the dirty , polled air on the road ?
Well , such things are just unavoidable in a great metropolis like Beijing . I think a still more desirable benefit is psychological . Bicycling home after work can help release your stress . Life in the offices is miserable . You just sit there in a daze , gazing at the monitor and dealing with files and documents . Why don't you give a full play to your energy after work ? Enjoy the speed on the road . Just think , you are flashing past the poles with your own energy . How great !
I ' m sorry sir . This computer is not broken or damaged . It ' s simply just too old ! That ' s why your programs and applications are running slow . There really isn ' t much I can do .
What do you mean ? I bought this computer just three years ago !
Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
That sounds fantabulous . I have dreamed of going there for months .
Me , too . Why don't we get ready now ?
Sure . I don't want to waste even a minute .
Oh , no ! I can't have failed . Are you sure ?
I'm afraid so . I'm terribly sorry .
It sucks . But Arden told me he's satisfied with my qualifications and experience .
He's the only one of the several to decide this .
How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news .
I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you .
But I lost the chance .
Keep working hard , and then you will get another chance of promotion someday .
I'd like to open an account .
Certainly , sir . Would you like to open a time deposit savings account or a checking account ?
Actually , I'd like to open one of each , if that's possible .
No problem , sir . What sort of time deposit account would you like to open ?
What are my choices ?
The minimum time period is three months . The longer the period , the higher the interest rate . If you withdraw your money before time is up , there are penalties .
Yes , nobody was with her .
Where did you say she was ?
In Thailand .
I must say I think that is very odd . Are you absolutely certain it was her ?
Yes . yes , I am sure .
Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ?
Quite sure . I mean that hair of hers and the voice of hers .
I need to make a deposit .
Are you depositing cash or a check ?
I ' m depositing a check .
Please sign the back of the check .
There you go .
Do you want cash back ?
Yes , please .
How much cash would you like ?
I want $ 150 .
Here ' s your $ 150 .
Thank you , and have a nice day .
Yes , it looks interesting .
You're right . I love it very much .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
My what ? Oh , that , right as a trivet .
Please be careful next time .
I will , thank you .
It ' s probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend . Nobody sticks around in the summer .
Really ? Then , I guess I won ' t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab ?
Actually , you might because there ' s a big convention in town this weekend .
I ' m not too worried about it . I always seem to find something .
Sorry , I was delayed by something and stuck in traffic .
How long would you like to keep it ?
Until the end of the week .
Yes , that'd be all right .
I grow a variety of things , so that something is in bloom all year round .
When is your garden at its best ?
It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out .
No , I'm not sure . I think about 65 mph , right ?
You're not sure ? You were going at 90 miles per hour ! That's 25 mph over the legal speed limit ! Have you been drinking ?
No , Officer , not at all .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn't paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That's definitely true . I'm going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Of course . I can eat a horse now .
I am sorry for that . I was so attracted by the beautiful scenery .
Where shall we go now ? A Chinese restaurant or a local one ?
I suppose the local one .
Thank you .
Here is a gift for you . I hope you like it .
What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love things like this ?
I had my own ways of finding out . It ' s a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you , Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK . Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next Let's sing " Happy Birthday " to Mary .
It is so very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
Yes . He is an old man with a great sense of humour . Not only can he play the piano , he also draws pictures very well .
So you can learn a lot from him .
Yeah , he has no children , so he sometimes feel s very lonely . I often go to his house to play and talk with him . That makes him feel very happy .
I can confidently say that my Chinese and English are pretty good . I won prizes in many speech contests in both Chinese and English .
How would you consider your salary if you succeed in becoming a translator in our company ?
I believe every company has its own salary criterion . And you will give me a satisfying salary according to my abilities and performances .
We better see if he ' s o . k .
Sir ... sir ? Are you all right ? Sir ?
He ' s not answering . You ' d better check his pulse and breathing .
Oh , no . He ' s not breathing , and there ' s no pulse . Call 911 .
Hello ? Yes . Someone has passed out at Connecticut Ave . and 1st St . He isn ' t breathing and does not have a pulse . Yes . My friend is performing CPR . OK . Thank you . They ' re sending an ambulance . Here , let me help .
I ' m not sure yet . I may take the train but then again I might take the bus .
Yeah but the bus takes a long time . You could fly - it ' s not so expensive these days .
Really ? Maybe I ' ll do that then .
Ok well , you let me know your schedule and I ' ll book a ticket for you .
Ok . Thanks for that !
My immediate family is quite small . It's just my older step-brother , my mom , my step-dad and me . How about you ?
I have a large family . I have three older sisters , my twin sister , a younger brother , and my parents .
I didn't know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ?
We're identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else !
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father .
I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was ment to be .
Just having a chat .
No , who was it ?
McCain is our new President .
You ' re a liar !
I ' m not happy about it , either .
Who voted for him ?
I guess the people wanted him as our new leader .
That ' s the dumbest thing that I ' Ve ever heard .
I have to tell you something else that you probably won ' t like .
What could be worse than what you just told me ?
I wasn ' t serious , because Obama got elected .
That ' s fantastic ! You really got me there .
My friend and I was argued with each other . For this , I ' m very sad . Because I don ' t want to lose this friend .
Oh , I ' m sorry to hear that . I know how you feel . Please don ' t be sad .
Thank you , but I really want to relax myself . I ' m very sorry .
OK . Don ' t let it get to you . Goodbye .
That's good to hear . You've had an ideal recovery from your operation . We're going to send you home tomorrow .
Do you think I can get back to work very soon ?
Don't be in such a hurry . I'm confident that you'll be completely recovered in 4 to 6 weeks .
Is there anything I should do ?
You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while .
Should I take some medicine ?
Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please .
It's very kind of you .
You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery . Goodbye .
Oh yeah , it was great ! He took me to an Italian restaurant and we had an amazing conversation . I told him about how many kids I want , and how my parents will be so excited to meet him .
You said all that on the first date ? Alright ... Well are you two going out again ?
Yeah ! I called him after I got home to arrange our next date , but unfortunately his grandma is sick so he has been busy every night visiting her in the hospital .
That would have to be Miss Baymler , my fourth grade teacher .
What was she like ?
She was patient , kind , fun , smart , caring , and yet strict , too . I really learned a lot from her .
What kind of things did you learn ?
She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do .
Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ?
If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it .
You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ?
She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined .
I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students .
Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Really ? Doesn ' t every teacher have a teacher ' s pet ?
Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ' t treat me any differently . She really didn ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Do you know what she is doing now ?
As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ' s book .
Have you ever read one of the books ?
Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books .
Why don ' t you recommend one to me ?
ok ! I ' ll bring one to you next time .
Yes . It has been a long time since the last time we met .
It's nice to see you again . Have you changed jobs ?
No . I've been visiting relatives recently .
That's nice . Where have you been ?
I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco .
Are you busy now ?
No . Why ?
How about a coffee in that cafe ?
Great . Let's talk over coffee .
Thanks to your help . To our friendship .
Bottoms up ! By the way what kind of entertainment are we gonna have ?
Dancing . The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us .
Oh , how wonderful ! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys .
I'll surely make introductions for them .
You have done excellent work .
I'm going to Britain .
Really ? How did you get the chance ?
I have been accepted by Oxford University on PhD .
My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University .
I really appreciate your kind words .
Well , I ' ll be glad to help you out . We can deliver what you need to your office .
Shall we need at 1 fifteen this Thursday ? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit .
Fine , I ' ll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday .
Are you looking for a small , medium , or large pan ?
I want a big pan .
Does this one look big enough ?
Yes , it's the right size , but it weighs too much .
Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ?
It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking .
Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it .
I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ?
Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ?
Oh , I'm sorry . Here's the lid . Yes , it comes with the pan .
Of course not . My school record was above average in my class .
Very good . What was your favorite subject in middle school ?
English . I've liked English ever since middle school , and then in university , I had some excellent teachers .
How were your scores in university ?
They are above 90 . I ' m in the upper third of my class . I have worked hard at my major subject .
I'm fine thanks . How about you ?
I'm okay . What are you doing these days ?
Not a lot , actually . Busy at work of course - we've got a big project coming up in Malaysia . I may have to go to KL in a few weeks .
That's great . When are you starting ?
Probably in a week or two . I'll let you know .
I feel dizzy and weak . And I'm having this pain in my ear . I think I am sick .
Are you often traveling by plane ?
No , this is the second time .
That's right . It's normal if you don't often take the plane . Just relax a little bit .
Why this happens to me when I am on the plane ? I feel bad .
Don't worry , sir . It's just because of the lower pressure .
What should I do about it ?
You may feel much better if you chew some gum or peanuts .
OK , thanks . Does it work really ? I'll give a try .
Are you feeling better now ? Do you need some pills ?
Much better . Thank you . I just feel tired but I can't fall asleep .
So , you'd better wear this eyeshade and you will sleep well .
I am not used to wearing that . Thanks .
If you try to adapt yourself to your destination's local time , you'll feel more comfortable . So please try to sleep , and have meals according to Los Angeles's time .
Thank you so much .
You are welcome . Please press the button when you need any help .
No , thank you . I had too much to drink yesterday evening . I had a bad hangover this morning . My head felt terrible .
Were you celebrating something ?
Yes . It was a friend ' s birthday party . We drank all kinds of things-beer , wine and spirits . After midnight , we were even drinking cocktails !
It ' s a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks . You should stick with one for the whole evening .
I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ' t think I ' Ve see you drunk .
I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints .
You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ' m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ' t ' want another bad hangover .
Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ?
Yeah . That ' s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine .
Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ' s the money .
Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ?
Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ...
... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not .
Yes . I ' m looking forward to it .
It ' s a skill . What can I say ? I don ' t know why , I just have a long routine .
Please explain because it makes no sense to me . How can a girl ' s routine be so complicated ? You get up , you shower , you get dressed , you brush your teeth , you ' re out the door . Half an hour , tops .
Jacob , you have the luxury of having a haircut that rarely needs styling . I don ' t . I have to set aside about an hour and a half to get ready in the mornings . Every day , I wake up and head straight for the shower . Every second day , I wash my hair . If it ' s a hair-washing day , I frequently need to wash my hair twice because it gets really oily . Then I usually put in a conditioner and have to rinse that out too . Because my hair is so long , I seldom manage to take a shower in under twenty minutes . Afterwards , I often put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I wait for it to brew . I take a long time to get dressed in the morning . Every now and then I remember to choose my outfit the night before , but usually I do it in the morning . In all , getting dressed takes about half an hour , at which time my hair is now semi-dry so then I have to style my hair . From time to time I ' ll put my hair up , butoften times I bloody it straight . And then , because of the texture of my hair , I regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it from frizzing . That ' s another twenty minutes or so . After that , I have my daily makeup routine .
True , I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on , even when you show up to class in sweatpants . Tell me , how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning ?
Not funny .
I'm from Canada .
Everything in that minibar has been consumed , sir ?
Everything's gone .
Is there anything special you'd like ?
Just bring me three bottles each of Jim Beam and Perrier .
Okay , sir . Three of each . Would you like anything else ?
The fruit basket was great . I need a few more apples , please .
Perrier , Jim Beam , and apples . Is that it for now ?
Yes , one last thing
Your order will be brought to you momentarily , sir .
Yes , I ' m new .
Is this your first year in college ?
I transferred from another school .
Where did you transfer from ?
I was at PCC before .
Why did you transfer ?
I was going to go here first , but my grades weren ' t good enough .
Did you like it at PCC ?
PCC is an incredible school .
Well , I wish you luck here .
I ' m sure I ' ll like it here .
Does that include some kind of " Love , Amy Card " ?
Yes . If your " Love , Amy " purchases amount to 10,000 NT or more , you get a V . I . P . card and a 20 percent discount .
Mmmm ... I'll have to think about it .
OK . Just think for a bit . I'll go help another customer . I'll be right back .
She had a very impressive resume , but she seemed to lack the confidence that I think a good manager needs .
What made you think that she wasn't very confident ?
Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we'll find someone eventually !
I'm afraid I won't be free next week .
It's a shame . Will this afternoon be all right ? But I can only spare you an hour and a half today , from four o'clock .
That's OK .
You know all about coffee . I need your advice , so I won't look stupid when I order .
Order tea . Isn't that what you like to drink ?
Come on , Hugh ! Tea is for wimps ! Please , I need your help .
If you want to be macho , order a double shot of espresso .
Now you're talking . That sounds good . What is it ?
I have no idea . It was completely out of the blue .
I just bought a new atlas . I ' m looking this map of the world . Look at Russia ! That ' s a vast country .
Canada , China , and the USA are huge too .
There are several tiny countries in the world too . Countries like Monaco are smaller than many cities .
Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia . European countries are relatively small . France looks quite big in Europe , but compared to many countries in other continents , it ' s not very large at all .
Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world .
The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used . Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest .
Sure .
Where's the busiest street of this city ? I am a stranger here .
You mean the seventy seventh ? It's not far from here . You can walk there .
Well , we are so tired today . Can you tell me which bus I should take ?
Bus No . 12 .
Thank you so much .
Would you like to live in the country ? I ' m not sure I ' d like it .
I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage . The problem is that , for me , each advantage has its own disadvantage .
What do you mean ?
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The tow just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
Yes , I am . You must be Tom . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too . Let me help you with your bags .
Be careful , Tom . Those are pretty heavy .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
Yes , can you recommend some steak ?
Sure . I think pepper steak is quite good . Many guests like it very much .
OK I will try it . Do you have a small portion ? I am afraid I can't finish the large one .
Yes madam . I will give you the small one .
That would be great . Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me at 5558929 .
Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon
Bye , Jason .
Her acting is OK .
I mean her personality .
I'm afraid I know less than you do . Tell me more about her , will you ?
Sure . It's down this street on the left .
Is it far from here ?
No , it's not far .
How far is it ?
About a mile and a half .
How long does it take to get there ?
5 minutes or so .
Is it close to the subway station ?
Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there .
Thanks a lot .
Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar ?
27th day of the fourth month .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at five thirty .
I am frigid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
See you .
See you .
No . I haven't , but I'll take only a few minutes of his time .
Please tell your name , company and the nature of your business .
Yes . My name is Lin Tao , the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation .
I see . Wait a minute , please .
( 2 minutes later ) Mr . Lin , Mr . Charles can see you now . This way , please .
How foolish he is . The girl is inviting . She often makes a pass at boys .
Love is blind , you know .
Oh , is there ? Will you find someone to take us to the hospital then ?
All right , sir . I'll have someone to take you there . By the way , is he insured ?
Yes , he is .
I'm glad to hear that . In case he's not insured , the hospital will never accepts any patient .
What ? Man , you don't know how to write a project report ? That's sounds a little bit ridiculous .
Don't laugh at me , please . I'm serious . I've never been required to write this kind of report before , I only do the research reports .
Oh , sorry , I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic .
So what items must be involved in this report ?
First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year .
Yeah , is that all ?
Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events .
That's too complicated .
And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report .
Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ?
I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports .
But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ?
OK , no problem . But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time .
Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski ?
Of course there is . The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration .
Could you move smoothly ?
Yes . My face even ached in the icy wind .
What happened afterwards ?
I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was .
Poor girl !
Weight ?
I'm not sure . Medium I suppose . Maybe a little on the heavy side .
Any marks on his face ?
No , I don't think so .
Glasses ?
No .
What about his hair ?
Black or dark brown .
Long or short ? Straight ? Curly ?
Straight , I think , and about average length
Boy , this sure doesn't help us much . It could be anybody . How about his cloth ? What was he wearing ?
I ' d really like to go to the Caribbean . We can relax on the beached and enjoy the sunshine .
There are beaches in Australia too , but I would prefer a more active holiday this year . We could visit Ayers rock and the great barrier reef . It would be so exciting .
But would it be relaxing ? By summer . I ' ll be quite tired from doing so much work . The last thing I need is to use more energy racing around Australia . I ' d need another holiday to recover from the holiday !
Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ' d be doing something different and not working .
Do you think so ? I ' m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ?
I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers !
That doesn ' t sound too bad . I ' d certainly like to go diving . That ' s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean .
We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like .
We ' d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ' s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow .
It looks like I might have convinced you to go to Australia !
Most of them are from America and Europe .
What are they doing in Beijing ?
They are attending an international conference here .
Which hotel are they staying at ?
They are staying at the Hilton Hotel .
Let's get a soft drink .
Do we have enough time ?
It's a fifteen-minute intermission .
The seats are excellent . We're right in the center .
It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great .
I can't agree more .
Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ?
In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents .
Do you have large concert halls in your city ?
We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller .
That's great . Well , we'd better get back to our seats . It's about to start .
Yes , I think he's the most relaxing person in management .
What's more , he said I was the hardest working person in the office !
That's good . Maybe you'll get promoted .
I hope so .
You mean that is my business .
I don ' t say that . But it seems to me the housewife should do that .
I ' m your wife , not a housewife . I have my own work .
Hum ...
How would your friends or colleagues describe you ?
( Pause a few seconds ) They say Mr . Chen is an honest , hardworking and responsible man who deeply cares for his family and friends .
What personality traits do you admire ?
Honest , flexible and easy-going .
What leadership qualities did you develop as an administrative personnel ?
I feel that learning how to motivate people and to work together as a team will be the major goal of my leadership .
How do you normally handle criticism ?
Silence is golden . Just don't say anything ; otherwise the situation could become worse . I do , however , accept constructive criticism .
What do you find frustrating in a work situation ?
Sometimes , the narrow-minded people make me frustrated .
How do you handle your conflict with your colleagues in your work ?
I will try to present my ideas in a more clear and civilized manner in order to get my points across .
To secure employment hopefully with your company .
How long would you like to stay with this company ?
I will stay as long as I can continue to learn and to grow in my field .
The new Twilight movie !
Twilight ? As in the vampire movies ? No way , I am watching that , but I don ' t understand why everyone is so excited about these films about vampires . It doesn ' t make sense .
Of course it does . It ' s like a modern tale of Romeo and Juliet . You can see a couple who are in love but can ' t be together because they are so different . And in the fact that immortality and super human strengthen this really sexy and there you have it ! Plus the cast is hip , young people that make the movie even more enticing .
I don ' t buy into that . I think it ' s just a fad . Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will be into wear-wolves or zombies !
Yeah , I've been out of town .
So how have you been ?
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Would you like something to drink ?
A cup of hot orange juice .
Will that be it ?
Yes , that's all .
Perfect , and I like her charming eyes too .
What's the color of her eyes ?
Dark blue .
Let me give you a hand . The author is ...
Margaret Mitchell .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
Well , I want a note from the doctor on this one . And , to be honest , if this continues , we may not be able to employ you here .
I understand , sir . I ' ll bring a doctor ' s note in tomorrow . I am sorry , Mr . Douglas .
But what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ?
They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of physical exercise every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
So you think it's OK for people who are dieting to eat chocolate , don't you ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be treated seriously ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever .
And have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
I used to take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size that I am now !
I'd like to try a local beer . What would you suggest ?
How about Yanking Beer ? It's very popular here .
Sounds good . I'll take that .
He's not in , I'm afraid .
But Could you tell me when he will be back ?
I am sorry , I don't know .
well , do you think I could leave a message for him ?
Certainly .
Really ? Thanks ! I went to that hair salon that you told me about , but enough about me ! Look at you ! You haven ' t aged a day since the last time I saw you ! What is your secret !
Ha ha , come on ! Well , I ' Ve been watching what I eat , and working out three times a week . By the way , I heard your son recently graduated !
Yes , my little Paul is finally a doctor . They grow up so fast you know .
He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course !
Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently .
Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended .
Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday !
But of course ! Well , it ' s been great talking to you , but I have to get going .
Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee !
That would be great ! Give me a call !
See you soon ! Bye ! Egg ... I can ' t stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter .
Oh , here you are .
All right . Wait a minute .
Would 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning be alright ?
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
Hi , Jason ! Long time no see . How's the hotel ?
It's pretty nice , but I'm going to start looking for an apartment soon . Hotel living is not for me .
I know what you mean .
How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ?
I am leaving in two weeks .
So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards .
Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ?
Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ' clock . Is that ok ?
7 is fine with me .
Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty .
I'll be waiting .
Yes , I'd love to . Here is a good one , Mozart and Beethoven . It ' s on the Festival Hall . Shall we go there ?
Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ?
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
No , I probably need to do some more research .
When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed . Does that make sense ?
I think that their attitude is rather casual .
So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ?
I have absolutely nothing so far .
You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ?
Yes , where should we go from here ?
Focus on being relaxed and open , don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about . I'm sure you'll do well .
That's great . We can go to the bank together .
Why are you going there ?
I will go to Japan on business for 5 days next Tuesday . I want to exchange some Japanese yen .
I see . Will you bring a lot of money with you ?
Not really . I plan to bring some cash and withdraw money at the ATM in Japan .
Do you have the bank card in Japan ?
Nope . You can use the credit card to withdraw the money in foreign countries .
That sounds really convenient . Do you pay extra money to enjoy this service ?
No . It is free of charge .
Great ! I will apply for a credit card when I go to the bank later .
I think we are running out of time . The bank is going to close soon .
30,000 NT for ginseng ? ! Do I have to buy a whole jin ?
You can get a liang if you want . A liang is one-sixteenth of a jin . That would be 330NT .
Whew ! That sounds more like my price range . I'll take two liangs .
I'll have my brother cut some for you .
This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ?
That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon !
Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ?
Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life !
And how about these little brown chips ?
Oh , that's deer horn . That helps you ... umm , how should I put it ?
Eight tens , six ones and large silver for others .
OK , here you are .
Thanks .
It's OK .
I want to have a different color carpet .
If you agree to pay more money , you could upgrade the carpet .
Would it cost a lot more ?
It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard .
I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color .
Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it .
When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ?
Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday .
Yes , But I couldn ' t help it . I was late getting off work for a start and then I miss the bus . The bus I did catch that stuck in the traffic jam . It was one thing after another .
why ere you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn ' t it ?
Yes . But those are the rush in that moment . And my boss ask me to do some urgent letters .
Didn ' t you tell him you have an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I ' Ve finish in five minutes . and I didn ' t want to be difficult about just few minutes , if I hadn ' t been missing the bus and in the traffic I wouldn ' t have been so late . I ' m sorry .
Well . You ' re here .
How much are the roses ?
$ 20 per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Hi Mary , This is Tom .
Oh , Hi Tom , how have you been ?
Just fine . I see . Aren ' t you busying tomorrow evening ?
Let me see . Akha . No , I guess I ' ll be free .
Well , why not dine out together and go to the moves .
Sounds like a good idea .
Ok . I ' l l pick you up at 6 o ' clock .
Thank you for your inviting me . See you then . Bye Tom .
Would you like your hair washed as well ?
No , thanks .
Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ?
Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears .
All right .
Oh , really ? That sounds interesting , what kinds of book do you publish ?
Oh , mostly fiction , lots of romance , science fiction , biography , stuff like that .
Oh , What a cool job ! How long have you worked there ?
About two years now .
Maybe so , but it seems kind of strange , which the rest of us in white shirts , dark suites , and ties .
It's not as bad as that ... We are allowed to wear more casual jackets and trousers . Besides , didn't you hear what Brian found on his desk this morning ?
What's that ?
Management decided to give him four brand new white shirts . That's their way of telling him that his new style of dressing down is not quite acceptable .
Don ' t be mean . Look here come the bridesmaids ! Their dresses look beautiful !
Who are those kids walking down the aisle ?
That ' s the flower girl and the ring bearer . I ' m pretty sure they ' re the groom ' s niece and nephew . Oh , they look so cute !
I just hope the priest makes it quick . I ' m starving . I hope the food ' s good at the reception .
That ' s all you ever think about , food ! Oh , I think the bride ' s coming now ! She looks gorgeous . Wait , what ' s she doing ? Where ' s she going ?
Oh great ! Does this mean that the reception is canceled ?
Very good . What is the essence of filing , do you know ?
The essence of filing I remember is to bring together in a single folder or file all papers relating to a particular subject . And outgoing and incoming letters are kept in this file cabinet .
Yes , ' One customer--one file ' is essential . And remember to update them timely .
And each file should be named clearly , either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals .
Correct .
A card index is very important in the filing system . It is a most helpful friend to a secretary , so it must be kept handy and up to date .
Yes , prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office .
Of course . We have three different plans with different prices you can choose from . The first one is the cheapest but most basic plan which is thirty dollars a month . This is for broadband internet with a download speed of five hundred and twelve kbps .
I have no idea what kbps means . I just want to be able to get online , play games and chat with my friends . Oh , and watch movies online as well .
Well , this connection might be a bit too slow for your needs . I suggest you get the premium package for fifty dollars a month which includes a connection speed of two megabytes . That way you can play games online without any lag . This package also includes a wireless router and a personal firewall absolutely free !
Do I have to pay an installation fee ?
Lucky for you , this month we aren ' t charging our normal installation fee . You are saving yourself 100 bucks right there ! And we ' ll throw in this pen drive !
Awesome !
Doing anything for lunch ?
Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas .
Of course . C , Y , G , N , E , T .
Cygnet . OK , I've got that .
Have you got any plans ?
I've been invited over to a friend ' s , and you ?
My roommate ' s having a party .
Which sports do you participate in ?
I've been doing yoga for a long time .
Can you tell me something about yoga ?
Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy .
How do you feel when you practice yoga ?
Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot .
But it will help you keep fit .
Sure . But more importantly , I can have peace of mind .
I'm considering buying a second-hand computer for I'm short of money now .
You know the car I'm driving , which is still in good condition though it is second-hand . And it only cost me 300 dollars . It was so cheap .
But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones ?
It depends . So you must be careful buying second-hand goods .
I don't know .
Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend ?
Do you know what movie you're going to watch ?
I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ?
None that I can think of .
Well , would you like to go ?
Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass .
All right . Another time then .
So what ? Things have changed .
How do you feel about an annual salary of 100,000 Yuan plus bonus .
That's a little less than I expected . But to me , the most important thing is the job and the people I will work with . Moreover , I am sure I will get a raise quickly depending on my background and experience .
That sounds very reasonable .
By the way , how long is my probation ?
Generally it is 6 months and during this period you are half-paid .
I would recommend that you at least glance through these brochures , just to make sure that you have selected the right policy for you . Take your time , Sir .
Thanks for your advice , after going through all of these materials I've decided not to go with my initial choice .
Of course , Sir . If I could have your details again and your ID , I'll check them and we can go on .
What position do you play ?
I ' m a defender . It ' s a lot of fun . You don ' t have to be able to skate as fast on defense .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
Have you been drinking ?
No , I haven't , sir .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow to the breathalyzer , please .
But sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse the blow , you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded .
OK , I will blow .
Your BAC exceeds legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle .
Oh , no !
How do you decide how often these things need to be done ?
Well , from experience we can predict the lifespan of different components . We try to replace components before they fail or wear out . This prevents the equipment from breaking down . It also saves us a lot of trouble !
Yes , it is very nice . I'll take it .
How do you prefer to pay ?
Let me use my credit card .
Now , if you'll just sign here .
No problem .
I hope you enjoy your purchase . Good-bye .
No problem .
Will it shrink when washed ?
Of course not , it is made of pure silk .
You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that .
I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday . Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195 . 00 . I hit the ceiling when I saw that .
It sounds like you weren't expecting that .
I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away .
Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some .
Thanks , but tomorrow's payday I can make until then . Thanks any-way .
What else do you need to keep him in temporary custody ?
We need a detention warrant .
I ' m not too clear on some things about my lease .
Is there a problem ?
How many years is my lease for ?
In three years your lease will be up .
Can I move out before those three years ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why would you keep it ?
I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract .
I get it now .
I hope that I cleared things up for you .
My purposes are two-fold . On the one hand , I've grown bored of commuting on suffocating buses every day and decided to ride to work . On the other hand , bicycling is a sport , and I intend to build up my body through constantly taking a ride over the weekends .
Cycling during weekends ? Do you me riding on the mountainous countryside just the neighboring towns ?
Does that make any difference ?
Can't be greater . If you ride on bumpy , hilly roads , a mountain bike is what you need . But if you just ride comfortably along the city lanes , you might choose a road bike .
Are they designed differently ?
A road bike features skinny tires and a light-weight frame . Its riding position puts you bent over the handlebars . It's not particularly beefy in construction , and generally , it won't stand up well under heavy loads or on really rough surfaces . In contrast , mountain bikes have wide tires and a stout frame . You sit higher on them and don't have to hunched over .
$ 10 .
How can it be ?
Well , the rate is two dollars for the first two kilometers and twenty cents for each additional two hundred meters .
I see . Thanks for your drive .
It ' s the same in my city . We also have a lot of drug addicts . A lot of the crime is committed by drug addicts who need money for drugs .
That happens in many places . In my city , there is a very good drug rehabilitation program . The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes , but I don ' t know if that ' s the reason for our relatively low crime rate .
Some people believe that a tough approach is better . Other prefer a more lenient approach .
I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others .
That ' s possible , but I ' m not sure it would really happen like that .
I know , but things are getting a bit out of hand and I just can ' t do nothing .
See your problem ? You get so restless when it ' s time to calm down .
You ' re right .
Oh , but why ?
I feel they're dirty .
But if I were you , I would be a singer . You've got such a beautiful voice .
I wouldn't like to be a singer , but I'd like to become a music teacher to teach children to sing , That dream developed in my mind when I was a child .
Are you sure about that ?
I'm quite sure . I've always loved working with children .
That's too bad . What happened ?
Well ... that's a long story .
Does she go to night school ?
Yes . She goes three times a week .
Why ? What does she want to be ?
She wants to be a manager .
What classes does she take ?
She takes classes in accounting and business .
How are you doing ?
Not bad . What about you ?
I'm just a little tired .
Why ?
I have a lot of work to do in the company recently .
How is your family ?
Pretty fine , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ' s two o ' clock . I must go now .
OK , see you next time .
See you .
Are you Chinese ?
Yes , I am .
Where in China are you from ?
Fujisan Province .
There are a lot of people from China visiting right now .
It's not surprising . Our school year just ended , and a lot of Chinese are on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay ?
About half a month .
All right . Here's your passport . Welcome to Australia .
Thank you .
You are kidding , but she's so helpful .
Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
Don't act like this . Please have good thoughts in your mind . What's behind you ?
I could not agree with you more . But I feel worried about what to do next as soon as I begin to write my resume .
There is no need to do like this . We can surf the net and find some templates for resume .
Sounds good . I will do it in a jiffy . OK ! Let's put our heads together .
You said it . We can also find some helpful advice from some experts .
Terrific !
Where did you have it done ?
My sister did it . When did you get yours cut ?
Just yesterday . I'm still getting used to it .
Well , it looks very nice .
Thanks .
Why not go the youth restaurant ? You will have a happy lunch there .
Well , thanks for your help .
I have no idea where my class is .
Tell me which building it's in .
My class is in the C building .
I know where the C building is .
Do you mind telling me where it is ?
Of course , which room number is it ?
Number 261 .
I actually have a class right around there .
Can you please show me ?
I can do that .
I said , I'm Ted , who are you ?
Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura .
Do you come here often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can't hear you , the music's too loud .
Let's go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that's why I'm here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That's good . It's good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don't mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I'll do it in a park .
What dose she look like ?
She has blond hair and blue eyes .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
What size do you wear ?
Middle size
Then please look at this suit .
Does this suit come in other color ?
Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown .
How much is the brown one ?
US $ 138 .
Then I'll take it .
It should've been here 30 minutes ago .
It should be coming soon .
It better , because I'm already late for work .
I can't stand riding the bus .
Me too , it's so unreliable .
That is true .
It's also horrible having to be at a bus stop in any kind of weather .
Exactly . That ' s the worst part .
I think it's time we started driving .
Yes , I agree .
What's your annual turnover ?
It was just over two million euros last year .
It seems that you have got here at a good time . Do you have a bus schedule ?
Yes , I do . You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map .
I see , thank you .
Though our company doesn ' t have a return policy , limiting the personal use of internet , I don ' t think the boss will like us to do that .
Certainly , work always comes first .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
I may have left my ID in my car .
Well , I need your ID and $ 27 .
I'll go get it really quick .
Please hurry .
Here it is .
Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork .
I need to use a pen .
Here you go .
Thank you very much .
Thank you . Now turn in your application at Window B .
It will be at the beach by the pier .
What day will you need it for ?
We will only be needing it for Sunday .
Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it .
The only two drivers will be Mary and I .
If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ?
Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ?
OK , but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest .
Why ? Don't you feel well ?
I ' m down in spirits .
What's up ?
My manager jumped on me for my mistake today .
You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing .
I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well .
You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done .
But I doubt myself .
Cheer up ! Don't let me down . We all make mistakes , and that is life .
I'm the hazardous one here . I made three people fall over !
That takes talent ...
I'm so humiliated ! What's that man saying ? Everyone's laughing !
He said you obviously prefer Greek comedies to Greek tragedies .
OK . Is there a Chinese restaurant ?
Of course . More than that , you have Italy pizza , English steak , kimchi and local specialties .
Woo , I can't help being there .
In fact , in the past we only attended local exhibitions .
No wonder .
Here is our brochure . It'll help you get acquainted with our products and company .
Thank you !
You must have left it somewhere .
Maybe , what shall I do now ?
Well , I think you should pay upon arrival .
Well , I think that's the only thing I can do .
For buffet ?
Yes . How much do you charge for it ?
Thirty for each adult , twenty each kid .
I see . Where can I get the food ?
Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables . The hot dishes are on the other side .
Do I need to pay extra charges for drinks like cola and juice ?
Not for soft drinks . But we charge ten yuan for each alcohol order .
Yes he ' s in his office .
Oh , I hope he didn't notice me .
Don't take any chances . It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again . He's already mad at you for last 2 times . Any more and he might fire you .
You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ?
I think he might . You'd better go to his office .
You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic .
Good luck !
We have many pairs for couples . Look at this counter .
This pair is Rolex , right ?
You have a very good taste , this pair is the latest product .
What function does this watch have ?
Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun .
Sounds good .
In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof .
How long is the guarantee ?
We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty .
How much does the pair cost ?
2,200 $ .
It is a bit expensive . But it is worth buying one's favorite . I will take them .
oh , well , perhaps you'd like a cup of coffee or tea instead .
Yes , coffee , please .
Could I take a look at it , please ? Let me just check these details ... right .
Mr CK Chen contacted me this morning and asked me to come in for the remittance .
I've got the details here . 10,000 RIB sent by Mr CK Chen from Guangzhou . Could I see some ID ? You passport , for example ?
Here you go . Can I deposit some into my account and take some in cash ? I need 1,000 RIB for my expenses , you see .
That's no problem . Could you please sign here ? Here's the 1,000 RIB in cash , your passport back , and the remaining balance has been deposited in your account .
What should I have brought with me ?
The only thing I will need to see is your driver ' s license , as I will be notarizing these papers .
I feel a little overwhelmed by so many papers .
Don ' t worry about how many papers there are . We are going to look at them one at a time .
My boyfriend is an attorney and told me that I could fax him anything if I had a question .
Please get any outside help that you need in understanding your escrow documents .
Is this the last thing that I will need to do before the house becomes mine ?
At the close of escrow , the house will be yours !
Let me show you to the cashier's . It's 905 yuan in total .
What ? Where does that five come from ?
Oh , it's a service charge .
But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ?
Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule .
My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ?
Yes .
Great . Here it is .
Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ?
Yes , please . Thank you very much .
It'll be great to have you again .
Thank you very much .
That reminds me I should buy some new socks to go hiking this weekend .
The test tomorrow .
If you don't know it by now , you might as well not bother studying .
Fine . Will you work out the details , please ?
Certainly . Would you sit here please ? I'll call our credit manager .
Thank you .
It's just a formality , but for hire purchase we usually require references .
What kind of references do you need ?
Perhaps your employer could supply us with one .
I'm sure he could , but I prefer not to bother him . Would my bank do ?
Certainly . A simple letter from your bank would be quite satisfactory .
Still , there are some rules to follow .
In this case , you should first keep calm and normal to the face .
Don't get nervous and freaked out .
Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation .
There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners .
Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
You should admit your weakness frankly .
Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best .
You must have confidence in yourself .
Let's look at that another way . The major point is the value that we add , not who has been in business longer , or is bigger .
What are you thinking about ?
We do not want to place ourselves in an inferior position . We are a good , small company---that's why you are interested .
Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ?
If you take a 75 % position in the venture , we would take a back seat to you .
I never had a home inspection before .
I inspect the home for problems that might not be all that apparent in a quick walk-through .
I asked the owners , and they said that everything was great with the house .
The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future .
I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes .
I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems .
What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ?
I found some fairly major problems . A major support beam in the roof is broken , and the shower floor leaked and rotted out the second-floor joist .
I'm no exception , and that's why I spent a whole afternoon in the swimming pool .
I'd better exercise my body too . My limbs are rusty now .
Yes , that ' s the exact thing we need . One for each .
What should we do , now with Jack out of the game ?
We should choose from the backups .
That ' s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match .
That ' s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle .
That ' s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played .
Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ' ll play inside , OK ?
I agree with you . I think we ' ll play much better than before .
Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic .
Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ?
Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ' m not the boss . Just kidding .
Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ?
Yeah , what ' s up ?
Don ' t you think she looks like your daughter ?
I also have a doubt . Oh , kill me softly , she is May .
It's ... oh it's the 1st April , April Fool's Day .
You forgot all of about it , didn't you ?
Admittedly , you can get prepared in advance for the interview , but you cannot cover everything concerned .
Sure . So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply .
Firstly , your answer should go straight to the point , and be clear and brief .
State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details .
Never should you give an answer completely beside the point .
If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly .
Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule .
Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly .
Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can .
It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer .
I wonder if I could have it insured here ?
Of course . How much would you want to insure these books for ?
Let me see ... I think I can have them insured for five hundred dollars .
Five hundred dollars , so you pay ten dollars for the insurance , that's two percent of the total value of the article .
Here's a check for ten dollars .
Am I on right bus to Chicago ?
Oh , no . This is going in the opposite direction .
Oh , my God !
I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station .
I will . Thank you .
No , I've not heard of it . Tell me about it .
It's almost like going on an ocean cruise except that you go by land . Everything is planned for you from the moment you step on board a luxury coach .
Is it just a bus ?
Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need .
Wow ! That sounds like pure luxury .
Would you tell us your name , please ?
I'm Helen Baker .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
What will you bring along when traveling ?
I will take some clothes to change and cleaning items .
Have you packed the camera yet ?
Yes . I've already put it in my suitcase .
Pack some necessary medicine in your carry-on .
I almost forget it . Thank you !
Oh , what ' s she like ?
She is beautiful .
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
You can ' t make me move just for being late with my rent .
You have been late with your rent several times now . I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself .
Are you throwing me out ?
This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ' t make good on your rent .
If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ?
You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter .
I will go get the money right now .
Thank you . Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier ' s check .
Will the trousers shrink when washed ?
No , they won't . They are shrink proof .
That's good . I will take it .
Your name , please ?
It's Helen Kent .
Who would you like to talk to ?
I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent .
Is that Mr . Edna Kent ?
That's right .
What number are you calling from , please ?
From code 513 , 432-6748 .
And the number in Japan , please ?
Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 .
Hold the line , please . I'll put your call through .
I'm Kristy . Can I help ?
I received a letter asking me to come in and see you . I'm Mr Simons from Dalton's Electrics .
Oh , yes . Hello Mr Simons . I have some information about your L / C amendment . The negotiating bank has just informed us that the 3rd party does not wish to accept the amendment .
Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ?
I'd recommend going back to the 3rd party , personally this time , and discussing what exactly it is they aren't happy with . Hopefully you can reach some sort of agreement , which is viable for everyone .
You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs .
What do you mean ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
It was one of the best times in my life . It was tough , but I made it . I became a college graduate .
How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
What did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
Sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
How could it be ?
While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
You didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
Well , you can have all my carrots .
Daniel , hold on for a minute . What are you trying to pull there ?
Nothing . Just that I don't care for these carrots . Hi , sis . , I saw you buy some chocolate cakes . I am done with the main course . It's about time for some dessert .
Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak !
No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots .
Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you .
I know , but chocolate cake is even better .
Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now .
Well , actually , I don't mind eating carrots , but chocolate cakes are much better . You know I was born with a sweet tooth .
I hope you will like it .
Of course , I like it very much . Thank you .
A moment , please . I'll check our room availability for these days ... Yes , that's all right . What ' s your name please ?
John Smith . J-O-H-N S-M-I-T-H .
I'm afraid you'll have to find a parking meter .
Can I park here just for a second ?
No , sir . I'm sorry you can't .
Yeah . You look so unhappy recently . What ' s the matter .
Nothing , thanks . I am just not in the mood these days .
I need a few things , I'll give you the list .
Is there something else you need that you can think of ?
Everything I need is on the list .
Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ?
Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ?
Is it ready to be picked up ?
I believe so .
No problem . I'll do that for you .
I really appreciate you doing this for me .
It's no problem at all .
We have been through this a million times ! Let ' s get going already ! I ' m ready !
Fine , start the car . now gently step on the clutch and shift to 1st gear . Good , now accelerate gently and let go of the clutch as you do it . There we go , good !
I ' m doing it ! I ' m driving ! This is awesome ! Let ' s turn some music on !
Keep your eyes on the road ! No music ! We are coming up to a red light , step on the brakes . What are you doing ? I said the brakes ! Look out for those people ! Get off the sidewalk !
Get out of my way ! This is just like playing video games !
It ' s the police ! Pull over !
They ' ll never take me alive !
Let me have a look . Whoa ! Get away from me !
What ' s wrong ?
I think you have chicken pox ! You are contagious ! Get away ! Don ' t breathe on me !
Maybe it ' s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ' t be sure until I see a doctor .
Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ' t get it when I was a kid and I ' Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult !
Are you serious ? You always blow things out of proportion . In any case , I think I ' ll go take an oatmeal bath .
But for the life , we'll be changed by this society .
I really don't want to go into the world , I feel afraid of it .
Don't be silly . We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves .
I know .
It's in that pan there . Your boy Dean broke the silex yesterday , so I have to boil it in the pan .
It tastes like crankcase oil , but delicious .
That's good . You can make breakfast yourself if you don't like it .
What is there besides coffee ?
I warmed a couple of snails , and your eggs are in the frying pan .
Oh , my God . It's nearly eight , I have no time to have breakfast now . My watch says seven fifty .
Don't worry . It's only ten to seven . You must have forgotten to set your watch back .
Yes , it was . The clock on the wall says eight to seven .
Yeah . Keep on eating your breakfast . You can catch the early bus .
Gee . I could have slept another hour .
Can you recall the games ?
Sometimes . But I'll never forget the game in which our Chinese Women's Volleyball Team won the World Cup . It is the most thrilling and exciting game I have ever seen .
Mr . : I'm Mr . Taylor , and I'm your counselor . I'm going to show you around the school .
OK .
Mr . : Right here is the cafeteria .
It's huge !
Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room .
There must be about 50 computers in here .
Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium .
Do I have to take gym ?
Mr . : Just like everyone else .
Not yet . Do I have to ?
Yes , it's very important to make an appointment before the interview .
Why ?
If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview .
Yes , you are right .
If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing .
Sure . Why didn't I think of that ?
So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview .
Then how can I make the appointment ?
You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview .
Ok , I see .
If you succeed in doing that , you must attend the interview on time .
Who ' s the letter from ?
It ' s a letter from UCLA about my acceptance .
Read it !
UCLA accepted me !
Really ?
I ' m not joking . I got accepted !
I ' m so happy for you !
UCLA was my second choice , but I ' m happy knowing I ' Ve been accepted .
I am really proud of you .
You have no idea how proud I am of myself .
No , I'm sorry . I don't think it is nice to have butterflies mounted in boxes . It is kind of disgusting .
What ? You feel sorry for the butterflies ?
Yes . I think they should just let them fly free , and not try to sell them to foreigners . It is a kind of destruction of nature .
Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population .
Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here .
How much are they ?
This one is 2300 dollars . Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ?
If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ?
Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this .
Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac .
Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it .
Let's go ask about it .
( Person A comes out of the dressing room ) How did you like the sweater ?
I loved it . I'll take it .
Great . I can ring you up over here . It comes to $ 87 . 04 .
Here you go ?
Do you have a credit card with us ?
No I don't .
If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today .
Not today . Thanks though .
No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know .
Sure .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ?
Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day .
Great . Thanks for your help .
Thank you , and have a great day .
Very well , thanks . Nice to see you again . I haven't seen you for a long time . What have you been doing lately ?
Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ?
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
The mayor and high officials practice cronyism and a large number of guys who are good at nothing occupy many important positions .
I see why it lags behind other towns .
I like flexible hours .
Would you mind changing the position or working place you've applied for ?
No , I don't .
Hold on please , I will check for you . Flight GB152 takes off every day at 13
Yes , please . And I'll need an economy class open return .
OK . Don't forget to get your ticket three days ahead .
thanks a lot .
But it doesn't look like a real bus stop .
That's because regular buses don't stop here .
How much is it going to cost ?
Nothing . It's free .
Is that yellow bus it ?
Let's go sit in the back . All the cool kids do .
I wish I hadn't chosen this job .
It has been pleasant talking with you .
I have enjoyed talking with you too . Thank you .
May I call you at your home about our final decision ?
Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon .
We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job .
Thank you for your interview .
It's genuine , I bet .
It's made of genuine ivory , besides , it's of exquisite workmanship . The price is marked 200 yuan .
I'll take it .
There is a charge on here that I never made .
What charge was made ?
It was a charge for a $ 350 purse that I never bought .
You didn't make this purchase ?
I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large .
Sorry . When was this purse purchased ?
It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3
We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this .
In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ?
No . We'll take care of everything .
You can do that , too . Both methods have a healing effect .
So what's your illness ... shopping fever , sale-itis ?
Ha-ha ... I'm just fatigued . And tomorrow is a big day .
What's tomorrow ?
More sales !
How about seven o'clock ?
Fine . We ' ll be expecting you .
What's wrong with her .
She is expecting .
Congratulations to you .
Thank you .
Thank you ! My wife likes cooking very much .
You're lucky .
Sorry , but you'll have to park in a normal space .
OK , OK , fine ! Just open the gate !
Be patient , miss . It'll just be a second .
Thank god ! A car's leaving . It's my turn !
Yes . We should plant more trees and grass to stop the sand from spreading .
It may take many years for the trees to grow . I hope people will stop cutting down trees .
But we need the wood .
But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood .
What will you up to this weekend ?
Nothing .
would you like to go to skating ? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday . It's great up there . Would you like to go with me ?
I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much .
Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ?
I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you .
Would you like to dancing tonight ?
I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart .
I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day .
How about the seaside ?
Anything you say , honey .
Are you busy on the 24th ?
24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time .
Ok .
well , then , may I invite you for the next dance ?
of course . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer ...
don't worry . I'm not much of a dancer myself .
you're dancing so well .
you dance beautifully too .
when did you learn to dance ?
in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ?
it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz .
how about tango ?
oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ?
Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot .
thank you for the dance .
my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink .
ok .
I want to buy more books .
Oh , yeah ? Are you joking ?
Of course not ! I'm telling the truth .
Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already .
Have you been used to your new life ?
Yes , I love my new life .
What time does the next train leave ?
Actually , one just left ten minutes ago . The next one is at two forty-five , debates at five thirty-five .
Ok , could you give me two tickets for that ?
Sure , that will be thirty-two dollars please .
I'm afraid that's impossible . You can't expect us to reduce it to that extent .
I think you are well informed about the prevailing market . Some Spanish firms are offering the same at much lower prices .
Price can't be separated from quality . A comparison of the quality of our products with that of rival goods will show you that ours is far superior .
It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ?
Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes .
Take your time , please .
I ' Ve got a business call that I really need to take .
All right . I ' ll call you back later .
Yeah , how often do you go ?
About three times a week if I can .
Not bad ! Do you do any other sports ?
Not really . I ' d really like to try golf , though .
Haha . April Fool's ! Did you forget what day it is today ?
Wow , you were pulling my leg all along . I was really fooled .
Alright , now let's be serious . Actually , you get high marks in the exam .
No . Thanks . Can I leave a message for Mr . Smith ?
OK , I'll tell him that you called .
I know where to put my card ! Stupid machine , talking to me like I ' m an idiot ...
Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key . Thank you . Please select an option . Thank you . You have selected withdrawal .
Yeah , yeah , I know what I selected . Just give me my money !
Please type the amount you would like to withdraw . Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 .
No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No !
Confirmed . Thank you for using our bank ! Please remove your card from the slot . Goodbye !
Well , I hope they're paying you the big bucks for all this work ...
No , not exactly , I'm working for minimum wage . And they don't give extra pay for overtime . Overtime is our own time .
What ? ! Isn't there a law against that , I think there is some legislation that requires employers to give their employees a fair rate of wages . You should know your rights ! If you are putting in so many hours , they should give you some kind of compensation .
They do give bonuses at the end of the year for the employees with highest productivity numbers , but frankly , it's not much of an incentive . They give us a bonus of ten dollars .
That's just wrong ! why don't you just quit ?
I would , but I'm afraid I would't be able to find another job . I don't have very many job marketable skills , there aren't so many jobs that I'm qualified for .
it sounds like any job will be better than the one you have now !
Would you tell me the general description of your present job ?
I am in charge of the trading department .
What made you decide to change your job ?
I ' m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible .
Why do you leave your present company ?
I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ' s worthwhile to come here to work .
Why did you pick this organization ?
I'm very much interested in the position .
What made you decide to join our company ?
I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours .
Okay , thanks .
You're welcome , glad to be of assistance .
Do I have to pay extra charge for that ?
No , you don't . It is free of charge .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Certainly , would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you give me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure , I'll be back in a minute .
I know . This is terrible . What can we do ? This snow doesn't stop falling !
I told you we should have stayed in town today . The weather report said 100 percent chance of snow . Why did you want to come up here ?
I wanted to show you the cabin . We only had another half-hour to go .
Well , now we're stuck . What can we do ?
I don't know .
I've heard that when this happens , it's important to save energy .
What do you mean ?
We're stranded here , Tom . We may be here a long time . We need to conserve the gas in the car . The car's energy is what will keep us warm .
I have plenty of gas .
Yes , but the gas and the battery both have to stay working . We can't just let the car run and run . If we do , it will die soon . Then we'll freeze .
So what can we do ?
Turn the lights off . Then , run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour . That will conserve the heat as long as possible .
Alright . That's a good idea .
I wish we hadn't come up here . Now we'll probably be here for days .
Days ?
Yes , it happens . That is what happens in big snowstorms . People get stranded for days .
Oh , my God ! It's good we have food .
Probably we'll survive . But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes . Then we'll turn it on again .
Okay , I'll follow your advice .
I'll do it later .
Go and do it now .
Can I have some cookies first , please ?
Thank you . Could we have the menu , please ?
Sure , here you are .
I can lend some to you .
Aren't you crazy ?
All right , doctor . But it really hurts .
Have you travelled to many other countries ?
To be honest , I have never been to an Asian country before but I have visited many countries in Europe .
What about America ? Have you ever been to the United States ?
Actually , I haven ' t been to the states but I have been to Canada .
I think one of the back ones at the top is giving me the most trouble .
Yes . This big one is badly decayed . I'm afraid it must be taken out .
Oh , I hate having teeth pulled out . Will it hurt ?
No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ?
Will it take long ?
No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ...
Is it out ?
Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look !
Well , really ! That was wonderful ! I felt no pain at all . Thank you , doctor .
Let me see ... the train to New York City ... here it is ... daily except Sunday at ten thirty , twelve twenty and fifteen ten .
Aren't there any trains before ten thirty ?
Sorry , not before ten thirty .
Then one to New York at ten thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
15 dollars . And for a hard one , only 6 dollars .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Right . Let me see . You go straight down here and turn right .
Right ? OK , got it .
Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ?
Next left then right ? OK .
I don't care , it's school in the morning .
Just 10 more minutes .
Really ? He is so competent now .
You can ' t imagine what he is like now .
We close at 10:00 every day . And we open at 9:00 in the morning .
Oh . Ok . And are you open on the weekends ?
Same hours as on the weekdays .
Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ?
Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast .
Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks .
Thank you for calling .
Are you kidding ? Do you know how cold it is today ?
Yeah , I suppose . I guess it isn't healthy to run in this weather .
No , it's not . Not at all . I'd probably freeze my lungs .
Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too .
You ?
Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together .
I didn't know you could exercise .
What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise !
Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth .
No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school . And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym .
You're going to lift weights ? Hah !
Are you laughing at me ?
I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights .
Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low .
It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish . That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter .
So I need to do something too .
But lifting weights isn't the best thing . You should do some kind of aerobic exercise .
I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting . Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ?
It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ...
What ?
I'm still just surprised you really want to do it . It doesn't seem to go with your character .
Yes , please . I'd like to open a savings account . Would you please give me some advice ?
Certainly , I'll be very happy to help you . Usually we offer current or fixed accounts for individuals .
What's the difference between the two ?
If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher .
Then how about the current account ?
You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book .
Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account .
OK . Do you have your ID card on you ?
Yes .
Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
Alright . Do you have your receipt ?
Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Madam , the manager says can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Madam . If you can find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Madam .
Well , say hello to him for me .
What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Well , then , may I invite you for the first dance ?
My pleasure . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer , and I suppose you dance often .
Me ? Oh , no . In fact , I only took up dancing quite recently .
Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well .
I'm glad you say so . You dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got you as a partner .
Thank you for your compliments . It's just you are a good leader . Do you like the foxtrot and tango ?
Yes . And what dances do you like best ?
Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's hidden feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll nor break-dancing .
Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance .
My pleasure .
I ' m in the market for a job ! I went on a website with hundreds of job listings in the area and browsed through them until I got the names of a few employers I would like to work for . I have the resume I wrote for English class last month and a cover letter will be a piece of cake to write . I ' Ve even done my research and found the names of the managers so I can address the letters personally . And you know I can be charming in interviews . Goodbye my penniless days ! Hello salary and a career !
Ben , we ' re fifteen . What kind of job are you looking for ?
Oh , just for a position as a gas station attendant . You know , starting at a simple lowly job , just like all the greats before they made it big in the world .
Uh-huh .
But I ' m just in it for the money , right ? How else am I going to be able to afford to keep taking Angela to the movies ? Besides , I love the smell of gasoline , don ' t you ?
Mary said Jack was cheating on her . Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown . One day , Mary saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
really ? I ' m very surprised . He doesn ' t look like a guy who ' d ever do that sort of thing , right ?
no , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
how so ?
he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
poor Mary ! She really liked him .
anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
do you think they ' ll get back together ?
no , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
so do I .
I was thinking of getting a hamburger , fries and a chocolate sundae .
You eat too much junk food . That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol .
Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind .
It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on .
How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs !
You are a lost cause .
How would you like the steak , rare , medium , or well-done ?
Rare , please .
Would you like something to drink ?
Coffee , please .
Not bad . How about you ? Haven't seen you for a long time .
Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
No , Miss Anna , you must let me say how lovely you are ! What's wrong with that ?
It's wrong because---it isn't true .
You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are , don't you ?
Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again .
Oh , Miss Anna ! That's too hard ! I won't be here long .
Mary , I'd like you to meet Richard , Our new executive in the marketing .
Nice to meet you , Austin .
Welcome to our department . I hope you'll like it here .
By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together .
Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me .
Thank you . It ' s very kind of you .
Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out .
Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work .
Which kind of food do you like to eat , Chinese food , western food or seafood ?
I prefer seafood .
OK . I will pick you up at your hotel at 5:30 p . m .
That's fine . I'll be waiting for you .
See you later .
Bye .
Thanks . Let me see . I think there's a mistake on the bill here . Would you mind checking , please ?
Of course not . Let me check . Oh , you seem to be correct .
How about taxes service charge ?
Only ten percent of taxes included in the bill .
Then 100 US dollars covers everything , doesn't it ?
It sure does .
What was that ?
Nothing ! Anyway , you ' re right , there ' s no reason this has to be nasty . My lawyer tells me you ' Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement - I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ' s done ... finally .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
But the word is his brother would go bail for him . Last time it ' s his father who went bail for him .
Then he is really lucky .
You look great . Your make-up is perfect .
Do you think I should wear a different dress ?
No , the one you have on looks fabulous , especially with your hair like that .
Thanks for saying . Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ?
With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect .
Thanks for helping out . Now that I ' m ready , what are you doing tonight ?
Not much , just a house party with some friends .
Sounds fun . Anyone I know ?
Yeah , most of the people are from our office .
Sounds Like I'm missing out on a good time . Oh , well , there is always next year .
I ' m sure you ' ll have fun no matter where you go . Remember to take your bag .
How do you find the prices there ?
I think they are quite reasonable , and the vegetables are very fresh .
I see you have bought some coffee . Would you mind telling me how much you paid for it ?
Only 2 dollars and 25 cents .
That ' s a pity . We can arrange another time hopefully .
Why ?
Because orange is much more to my taste .
Angry ? Why would I be ?
Please don't tell my mom .
Come on . Dating is a part of young people's social life . Besides , you're sixteen already .
I'm glad that you see it that way .
Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you .
Thank you so much , Lisa !
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure !
You ' re not sure ? You were going at 90 miles per hour ! That ' s 25 mph over the legal speed limit ! Have you been drinking ?
No , Officer , not at all .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn ' t paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That ' s definitely true . I ' m going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
No , this is the second time . But I also feel bad because of the lower pressure and the jet lag .
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them .
Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ?
I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk .
Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends .
Oh , I'm eager to have a try .
I'm filthy rich ! Haven't you heard about the MicroPower deal ?
Yeah , I guess I did . They're going to buy invoking ?
That's right . For seventy-five million . So how are you ?
I'm getting by OK . I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new invoking Internet division .
It ' s a beautiful morning isn ' t it ?
Oh . It ' s a nice day indeed
I hope it won ' t be too hot , I can ' t stand the heat
Really . For me too .
Well , that dress certainly shows your good taste . It must have cost a lot .
No , not much . I got it on sale at the mall - 60 % off .
Really ? You're an amazing bargain hunter ! Next time there's a sale , promise you'll let me tag along with you .
It's a promise .
I had a wonderful time .
What are you going to do ? Are you going to work late ?
No , I'm not . I'm going to look for an apartment .
An apartment ? Why ?
I'm going to try to find a place near the office .
Where are you living now ?
Out in the suburbs . It ' s a long trip to work every day .
How are you going to find an apartment ?
I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads .
Apartments in the city are expensive .
I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management .
Of course . Is there a problem with them ?
Yes . My Manager sent me in , there's a problem with the shipping time . It's been delayed quite significantly and my manager is unwilling to accept it .
You will need to return the documents . That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now .
Thank you . I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out !
No , I don't . You look pretty busy today . Do you have an opening for me ?
Yes , we do . I can cut your hair right now if you like . Do you need a shampoo too , or just a haircut ?
Just a haircut . I washed my hair this morning .
Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it . Please step over there . How would you like your hair cut today ?
Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long . But I want the same style .
I recommend you leave it a little long on top . But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now .
Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation .
So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ?
Fine .
And do you usually part your hair along here ?
Yes .
Alright , I know just what to do . Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends .
Yes , I know my hair is quite thin . It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair .
The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy .
I don't know what to do about it .
Well , there are two things you can do . First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally . That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends . Second , buy a g
Do you sell conditioner here ?
Of course . I have one I can suggest .
Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak .
The problem is the split ends .
An acoustic one .
Are you looking to get a steel-string or a classical ?
What ' s the difference ?
Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ' s . It ' s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords .
I ' m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar .
In that case , I ' d suggest a steel-string guitar . The best one we have is the Ovation .
This one ' s a little too expensive for me . I ' d prefer something cheaper for now . When I ' Ve learned to play , I might get a better one .
In that case , how about this one ? It ' s inexpensive but it ' s still well made and easy to play .
Hmm . All right , I ' ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well .
You should also get a couple of guitar picks .
Oh , right . Thanks for your help .
Don ' t mention it .
You are not English , are you ?
No , I am from France .
No problem , what would you need , Mr . Smith ?
2 towels and l Turkish towel , please ?
OK , I will send them to you soon .
Thank you .
Anything else , Mr . Smith ?
No more , thank you very much .
In the front , please .
That's 35 yuan each .
Thank you . And what's on tomorrow ?
Tarzan .
Can we get tickets now ?
I am afraid not . Tomorrow is premiere .
If I were him , I wouldn't brazen it out by asking my parents for money .
But Joe won't you .
I feel dizzy .
Let me take your temperature .
Mom , I don't want to go to see a doctor .
Oh , honey , I think you've caught a cold , you should get a shot .
How ?
You need to free your disk space . The simplest way is to use a Disk-Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and in store programs that you no longer use . Things should be fine next time you start . You also need to control what starts up . There is a program calls Start-up Delayer , It can help to set after how much time programs should be loaded after Windows boosts . For example , you can choose to set your Fox Mail program to load 30 seconds after Windows starts up .
Very useful advice , I will try them right now .
All right , single or double room ?
Single room with a bath room , please . I would like a room with a view of the whole city .
All right . We have a single room available right now .
What's the rate , please ?
578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV .
Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ?
Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not .
OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ?
Would you like to confirm the reservation ?
Not really , but they are on the rise .
Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first .
For pick - up or delivery ?
Pick - up .
What would you like to order ?
I have a menu from your restaurant . I ' ll order using the number of each meal from your menu .
That ' s fine .
I ' d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 .
What size ?
Medium , please .
When will you come to pick up your order ?
I ' ll be there in about an hour .
That will be fine . We ' ll have your meals ready when you arrive . Thank you for your order .
Not so good , though his nephew took him to hospital in time .
Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry .
You never know when two might turn into three .
I guess you're right . And we'd like to have company anyway .
Exactly , which is why a three-bedroom is better . And look , there are two bathrooms .
Now that's a plus !
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes , I do .
May I have your name , please ?
Yes , it's Mr . Brown .
Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ?
Oh , this is just fine .
Please take a seat .
Thank you .
Here is the menu .
Who won ?
They did .
What was the score ?
Seventy to sixty-seven .
There we go . Can you help me with the umbrella ? Perfect .
Ok kids , here ' sa beach ball and a Frisbee , a pail and a shovel . I want to see an impressive sandcastle by the time we leave . Don ' t stray too far . Wait ! Leave your sandals here or put on your wet shoes
And stay in the shallow area . I don ' t want to see you go any farther than that sandbar ! It ' s too deep out there and we didn ' t bring your floatier .
You ' re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ' ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ' ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some
What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you !
Ah ! Not on me ! Ow !
Do you have your negatives ?
Yes . Here they are . I've marked how many prints I want on each shot .
What size do you want the prints ?
Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one .
Okay , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
So , you sent out invitations to your whole graduating class ?
Yep . And the date is set for homecoming night .
I thought homecoming was a high school dance .
It's a football game the school team plays at home . The dance and reunions are usually that night , too .
That ' s my job , sir . Just one more signature here , please .
There you are .
I ' d like to , but there ' s her boyfriend . He ' s very broad-shouldered .
He ' s huge ! He must go to the gym to have a well-built body like that .
Do you prefer tall girls or short ones ?
I don ' t mind , but I like girls with long hair .
We have different tastes . I like girls with short hair . I like tall girls-probably because I ' m so tall myself .
Have you ever dated a girl taller than you ?
No , never . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever met a girl taller than me ! Have you gained weight recently ?
Yes , I have . Perhaps I should go to the gym , like that girl ' s boyfriend .
I'm getting a bit plump myself . Perhaps I ' ll go with you .
What do you do ?
I work in a publishing house . How about you ?
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
So , do you think workers should be paid as little as possible ?
No . if you do that , the workers won ' t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . They think that is must be poor quality if it ' s that cheap .
I think I can get by with 2,000 .
We can get started as soon as you fill out this form .
I hope you can make the new cards just like my old cards .
You won't be able to tell the difference with a magnifying glass .
... Okay , I'm through . Here's the form and my old card .
Very good . You can pick up your order in one week .
Now that I think of it , three days is better than seven .
We can do that , but you'll have to pay a little extra .
That sounds good . Let me see one .
Here's the latest model -- Digital Barbie .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
Okay then . You are the younger customer here ever .
It's not so wise that you do not explore the children's market .
It's the marketing's fault , I suppose . What do you want to do ?
Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ?
That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up .
I am still young . And I'm growing every minute .
Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope .
I love running . Anything else ?
Please change your clothes first !
I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me .
Sorry , but no jeans here .
Oh , that's the only place where jeans are not popular . I'd better just go home .
Have you even tried to clean it once since you moved in at the beginning of the semester ?
In fact , I just swept the floor three days ago .
I think we need to restart the dormitory sanitation inspection system .
I bet nobody will care about it .
Don't you notice that Bob has a mole on his face , but Tom does not .
You really have keen eyes .
Government is making efforts to change situation .
Easier said than done .
That ' s a job that pays well . If you ' re lucky , you might have opportunities to travel as well . Have you applied to any banks yet ? Our course will end soon .
Yes . I ' Ve sent letters to several banks . A few have invited me for interviews after we take our examinations .
Well done ! I haven ' t sent off any job applications yet .
Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ?
I ' d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field .
Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well .
That ' s great idea . Do you have the email address of human resource managers at any banks ?
What's the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
It's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain .
That doesn't sound pretty .
Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
Well , I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends .
You might want to change your plans . With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow , the roads are going to be rather slippery .
I suppose I should . I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions . Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon .
If you're lucky , it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day !
If that happens , then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies .
That sounds like fun .
Hey , look outside ! It's started to drizzle !
English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought .
You should hand it in before next Sunday .
Oh , I know . I will try my best .
I believe you can do a good job .
Here it is .
Thank you , sir . Could you sign the voucher here , please ?
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Hope to see you again soon .
Isn't it awful ? I can't bear to look at it . I don't think I can stand this place for two weeks .
Well , it can't be helped . We'll just have to put up with it .
He did and it's his entire fault .
Did you know it takes two to tango ?
Don't worry . I've got money . It's my treat .
Gee , that's really nice of you .
We should do this more often .
Okay , I'll give you a ring next week .
How about a game of bridge ?
I don't like it at all .
What about guessing games ?
I'm not one for the games .
Let's play other game .
What about playing go ?
OK .
What about the car over there ?
It is marvelous , and the price is marvelous , as well .
You're pulling my leg ! She must be thirty years younger than Leo . Talk about robbing the cradle !
Well , you can bet this relationship's going to be a flash in the pan .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn't have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
How about this floor lamp ?
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
I said Merry Christmas ! Don't you know that Christmas is almost here ?
It is ? Oh , that's nice .
Huh ? Didn't you know ? Aren't you excited ?
Actually , I'd forgotten about it .
Forgotten about it ? How could you ?
Because I'm not Christian , I'm Jewish .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I'm Christian .
I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ?
Well , I'll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that's not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I'll just enjoy the holiday break .
Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ?
Not at all . A party is a party . I'll be happy to come .
I'd like to go around the city , if you don't mind .
He's 78 and he's a new emigrant from South America and he's never been to school .
Does he even know how to speak English ?
No . But I thought that you could start with reading and then go from there .
That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me .
Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable !
Oh , all right . Have him come over here for dinner . But you get to make dinner !
You don't have to go right away .
I'd hate for you to think I was lazy in returning your money .
Do you ever deliver prescriptions by mail ?
Yes , in fact , you can renew this prescription over the Internet and have it delivered to your home .
How should I take this medication ?
You should take it twice a day .
Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ?
You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ' t drink alcohol with this medication .
Should I expect any side effects ?
Sometimes you might feel dizzy , but that isn ' t common .
That shouldn't be a problem , Madam . I'm sure we can sort this out for you quickly .
That would be wonderful . The problem is I don't have an account with you . That is a problem , isn't it ?
Well , to be honest , it will slow things down a little . But it's not a big problem . You can do it by T / T .
T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ?
It means ' telegraphic transfer ' . So , if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere , to anywhere in the world .
It looks like there are a lot of people inside .
Yeah . I've invited a lot of friends besides you .
Should I take my shoes off ?
We all keep our shoes on indoors .
Where are your parents ?
They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves .
That's great !
So the weekend is coming ! How about seeing a film !
I'd love to .
Sharing knowledge can be very settled and some second stances . People may think you are telling them how to do their work . If they take it personally , they feel angry at you and even become reluctant to support you at work .
That is true . Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way . For example , it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people . To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off .
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
That's no problem . Which currency would you like to buy ?
I think Euros will be the best , as I'll only be in Mainland Europe .
Of course . Do you have your passport with you ? How much would you like to purchase ?
5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks .
Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ?
That would be perfect , thank you .
Great . How long were you away ?
I was there for about three weeks .
That's a long time ! Was the weather OK ?
Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago .
So , what was the best thing about your trip ?
Oh , that's difficult to say . But I guess I liked Nashville the best .
Fine , but before you agree , don't you need to know what you're agreeing to ?
I guess you're right . But like you said , you called me here to check me out . I've been doing the same .
Ha , ha , ha ! That's fair . How did I do ?
Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together .
Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ?
Shoot !
Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company . As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ?
I don't see a problem .
Good ! Do you have any questions ?
Really ?
Yes , look at the photos I took .
They are beautiful . You did a good job .
Thank you for saying so .
As a matter of fact , you are really a terrific photographer .
We need to solve the problem of air pollution before we destroy the atmosphere . There ' s lots of clean , modern technology , but companies in developed countries say it ' s expensive . Developing countries put more emphasis on economic development than on environment protection .
Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ' s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ' re not thinking about the long-term damage to the forests . We should also remember that the forests are an important natural habitat for thousands of species of animal and plant life .
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow enough food .
It also means that people sometimes fight over the famp 3land that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
Yes , I'd like five croissants , too .
It's going to be 3 dollars 40 cents .
But what do most people think about it ?
Ah , it ' s hard to say .
Finally . How long does the tour last ?
For about 3 hours . Enjoy your trip .
You dance well . Do you breakdance ?
Me , what brought that on ?
There's a story about breakdancing in the paper .
What does it say ?
According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style .
Like disco ?
Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance .
And disco a kind of nightclub .
Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ...
So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it . And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether .
You are witty .
Not at all ! I like the design so much . The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept .
Wow , I doubt that .
Oh , come on . I will be back as early as possible .
I hope so .
It's a brick ! I can't believe how stupid I was . Damn it !
What is it ? Why did you buy a brick ?
There was a guy on the sidewalk . He had three new boxes , Panasonic video camera boxes . He said he had to get rid of them quick .
And ?
So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks .
And it's a brick ?
Yes .
I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ?
I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store . If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new .
So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic .
Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products . Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new .
But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ?
He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen .
Aha ! Now I understand . You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk . So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated !
C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it . We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box .
That's no problem . He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy . And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from . Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around . So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you . Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks .
You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ?
Great ! Thanks a lot !
No problem , John .
I'll be happy to try .
Please wake me up at seven tomorrow morning .
May I have your name and room number , please ?
Mr . Lee in Room 1234 .
What do you do ?
I work in a publishing house . How about you ?
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
He was hoping that you could drop them off this afternoon .
I ' m afraid that I can ' t do that . They ' re at the printer ' s being copied . They ' ll be back tomorrow before 1 o ' clock .
I don ' t think I could afford that kind of car again . I think I ' ll have to choose something that is not as hard to replace .
Since you are not the one who caused the accident , your insurance cost should be the same .
What will happen if I chose a smaller car ? Would the payments be the same ?
If you got a smaller car , the cost should be a little less depending on the model , age , and size . Would you still want full coverage ?
Yes .
That shouldn ' t be a problem . What is the exact address , again ?
7880 Crofton Avenue , Building 40A , Room 304 .
Do you see anything that you like ?
That Kenmore looks nice .
That is a wonderful choice .
What makes is so great ?
It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances .
What appliances are you talking about ?
The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser .
May I take a look inside ?
Take a look inside .
It's very nice . I'd like to purchase this refrigerator .
How about going to Joe's Restaurant .
Hey , that sounds a good idea .
Poor John ! He is bettering bother sides of this bread .
This situation isn't easy to handle .
Which hammer . This one ?
No , not that one . The big one .
Here you are .
Thanks , Dan .
What are you going to do now , George ?
I ' m going to paint it .
What colour are you going to paint it ?
I ' m going to paint it pink .
Pink !
This bookcase isn ' t for me . It ' s for my daughter , Susan . Pink ' s her favorite colour .
Which brand are you interested in ?
I'm still not sure . The type with top quality , I guess . Well , which one do you recommend ?
Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones ?
It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK .
How about Flymo ? It's selling well .
Do you have a warranty on it ?
Of course . The warranty period is one year .
If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ?
Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you .
OK . I'll take one .
Sometimes what young people like is different from the old . Maybe we can go visit first and then do some shopping .
That's a good idea . That will allow both you and your parents to enjoy yourselves .
What should we bring besides a change of clothes , money and some snacks ?
It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure .
Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that . Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ?
You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired .
It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy .
Yes , that's right . Having an enjoyable time together is the goal .
Yes , sir . Just as the sign says . How many ?
I'm sorry , but I've never done this before . How many what ?
How many people are you paying the tax for ?
My wife and me . The two of us .
100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan .
Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan .
Here are your two receipts .
Thanks . What shall I do then ?
Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you .
Oh , I guess I'm a little confused .
We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip .
Thanks a lot .
Julia Roberts .
Yeah , she is so charming . I like her , too .
It's said that her new movie is going to come out .
What's the movie about ?
I'm not sure .
Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ?
I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities .
Yeah , she is great . I also admire her for her concern about society .
What can I see in Beijing ?
You can see the Forbidden City .
What ' s it like ?
It ' s beautiful but crowded .
Oh , right . So , I can ' t quite follow what ' s going on ... who ' s winning ?
The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked , but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone .
Wow ! What a hit !
Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off .
Is he ok ?
It looks like it , he ' s getting up .
I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team .
The Giants ?
Yeah .
Well , here we go again .
What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ?
The Redskin ' s quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points . We ' re losing again .
Oh , yes , it does . Look , here it says that the CD-ROM is built-in !
What other features are listed ?
It says that it comes in teal and tangerine .
Totally cool colors !
And it says that it sleeps .
And how many weeks holiday do you get a year ?
Four - plus public holidays . I usually take two weeks off in the summer and the rest at New Year .
Do you do overtime ?
Yes , if we're busy . I'm paid double-time if I work at weekends .
What can I do for you ?
I ' m going on trial .
What is your trial about ?
It ' s a felony charge .
I ' d be glad to help .
How much do you charge ?
My rate is $ 150 an hour .
That ' s highway robbery .
I don ' t know what to tell you .
Okay . You ' re hired .
Yeah , I ' ll try not to ! See you after Christmas .
Okay-bye ! Have a nice Christmas .
Do you mind if I sit down ?
Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff . and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
Have you decided which city you want to go ?
Well , what's the price of this route ?
That's $ 400 and we will visit 4 cities .
Then when is the earliest we can expect shipment ?
By the middle of October , I think .
That's too late . You see , November is the season for this commodity in our market , and our Customs formalities are rather complicated .
I understand .
Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season .
But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter .
Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out .
I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery .
That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration .
You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands .
But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us .
All right . We'll get in touch with our producers and see what they have to say .
I'm in a hurry . How long will it take ?
About half an hour , if there's no traffic jam .
Do you think the traffic will be heavy ?
I doubt it . It's not rush hour .
That's a relief .
Not really , I ' m in a meeting . Can I call you back in ... say ... 15 minutes ?
Sure , speak to you later . It isn ' t urgent . Maybe it is easier if I send you an e-mail .
Ok , I ' ll look out for it . Sorry , I can ' t talk now .
that ' s clever ! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there ' s no chance of two people buying the same gift . What things were in the notebook ?
most of the things were household appliance . You know , everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker . I think it ' s an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help
so , what did you get them ?
I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems .
what ' s wrong with is ?
she says that after several years of use , it ' s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise .
household appliance don ' t seem to last for a long time nowadays .
I think it ' s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models . Because they know that we will buy the new models , the appliances don ' t need to last more than five or ten year
And I suppose sitting at a desk all day at the office doesn't help .
Yes , I think so .
I do wish I could lose weight
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should exercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class ?
Yes , maybe I should .
I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ?
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
What about your parents ?
I'll get used to not seeing my parents .
Well , how about 4th ?
That's fine , but we have only a single room , is that OK ?
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
But the child has his own feeling .
Maybe you are right . Well , you can talk with them .
The bill was for my Master Card .
That bill should have been mailed about two weeks ago .
It never came in the mail .
My computer shows that it has already been mailed .
I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ?
You should try contacting your post office .
If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ?
You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension .
Thank you for all your help .
You are very welcome . Have a good day .
Why don ' t you try looking at the database ?
I checked it already .
Do we have it available ?
It wasn ' t there .
I guess it is lost .
Will you be getting another copy ?
Yes , we will .
Could you reserve a copy for me ?
I can do that .
That ' s great . Thanks a lot .
Just got back . Good to see you !
Good to see you too !
Most of my songs are sad , sorry .
Well , please sing one that ' s not sad .
OK , I ' ll sing San Francisco then .
What brings you here ?
I saw that your Corollas are on sale .
Yes , it is really a good deal . $ 1,000 discount . I've never seen a sale as good as this one .
Tell me about Corollas .
Sure . It has 1 . 8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16 . 000 .
Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ?
You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere .
I am serious . $ 15,000 .
Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do .
No . Just talk to your manager and let me know .
Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 .
The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats .
You are really tough . You got a deal .
Thanks !
I want 6420422 3 , is that right ?
No , you give a wrong number .
oh , I'm sorry to bother you .
That's all right .
The CD player is a three-disk player . Here , we'll put a disk in so you can check out the sound . ( He puts a CD into the CD player . )
Sounds pretty good . I see the equalizer has a good selection of settings .
You can also play Ccds on it if you hook it up to your TV .
Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help .
No problem . Hope to see you again soon .
I don't think so . Do you remember Bob Gain from Tulsa ?
That name doesn't ring a bell . But tell me more .
He was on the diving team with me in high school and saved my life one day .
Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake .
You're glad he saved me , huh ?
Absolutely ! Bob and his whole family are welcome here any time !
I hope so . Now let me tell you your duties here . This is your desk . Please sit down .
Thank you .
Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted .
I see . What if the person wanted is out ?
In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message .
Is there anything else I should do ?
Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order .
All right .
If you have any questions . I will help you .
Thank you .
Oh , that's really tough .
Maybe it is the most difficult period of my family have experienced .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
When did you start it ?
Several years ago .
What have you learned from the jobs you have had ?
I learned to be patient when dealing with customers complaints and try my best to solve them . In addition , I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues .
Does your current employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me .
What is your impression of your present company ?
Very good .
What would your current colleague say about you ?
They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker .
Do boys and girls go to school together ?
Yes , they do .
Do you think this is a good idea ?
Yes , I do .
Do some children go on to university ?
Yes , they do .
What examinations do they take first ?
O levels and A levels .
How long do you usually stay at university ?
Three or four years .
My name is David . Nice to meet you , too .
Are you American ?
No , I'm a Britisher . Where do you come from ?
I come from America . Are you a freshman ?
Yes . What about you ?
Me , too .
Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends .
Yeah . Anytime .
Yes . I'd like a table for six at 7:00 this evening . Can you arrange it for us ?
Just a minute . I'll check if there is any availability . I'm sorry , sir . There isn't any table left for 7:00 , but we can give you one at 8: 00 . Would you like to make a reservation at that time ?
Let me see . It seems a little late .
Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time .
OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 .
Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ?
It's John .
Thank you very much . Bye .
So do I .
Have you graduated from college ?
Yes . I graduated last year and got a job in a press .
everything has been fine for the past several months .
great !
well , I wish someone could talk to me about Western table manners
sounds interesting . Where did you get the idea ?
as you know , table manners in China are quite different from those of Westerners .
absolutely . that's because both of us have distinctive cultural features .
for example , in China , it's okay to talk while eating . However , you may regard it as rude .
yes . this must be a huge difference .
can you think of anything else ?
sure . We tend to think that the slower on eats , the more polite one seems .
I didn't know that before .
and we never sip or slurp the soup loudly . we quietly like little mouthfuls .
i got it . i'll bear it in mind .
don't worry . i'm sure our etiquette will become a natural part of your behavior as time goes by .
I hope so .
Have you made a reservation ?
No , I'd like to book a single room with one double bed .
How long will you be staying ?
2 nights , how much does it cost ?
A single room costs you $ 85 / day .
Does the charge include everything ?
Yes .
Do you require a deposit ?
No , You can pay when you check out .
I know . But we could get some exercise in , and we could get some errands run , too . Window-shopping won ' t cost you anything .
what kind of errands do we need to run ?
well , we could go to the newsagent ' s to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher ' s to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist ' s to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I ' ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
fine , we ' ll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We ' re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
ok , let ' s go then !
do you have any money ?
for what ?
for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
you said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
What's the problem ?
She loves to nit-pick and criticizes everything that I do . I can never do anything right when she's around .
For example ?
Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her .
No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen .
It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids .
My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us . If it wasn't disciplining them enough , then we were disciplining them too much . She also complained about the food we fed them , the schools we sent them too , and everything else under the sun .
You said she used to ? How did you stop her ?
We basically sat her down and told her how we felt about her constant criticizing , and how we welcomed her advice but hoped she'd let us do our things . She understood , and now everything is a lot more peaceful .
That sounds like a good idea . I'll have to try that .
We should be able to finish everything up before then . Let's run through the major points first , and see where we're at . The first matter of business is to approve the minutes of our last meeting .
I propose we accept the minutes .
Good . Do I have a second ?
I second .
motion carried . Now , next on our agenda is our budget review . Margaret , can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands ?
I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week . We've had the review board going over everything , and they have come up with a final review . Here's a copy for everyone , and if you have any questions , you can talk to me after the meeting . Basically , the budget review has been completed , with maybe a few polishing details left .
What kind of action is required ?
If everyone could take a look at the final review handout , if there're any objections or corrections , let me know . Next week , we can cast the final approval .
Thanks , you too .
Is there a dot after ' com ' ?
No . I can text the address to you if you are not clear about it
Thank you .
Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ?
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
Oh , yes , Miss Chen informed that the monthly management meeting has been changed to July 11 and I've marked your diary accordingly .
Thanks a lot .
Here is the agenda for the meeting and that's all for the messages .
How may I help you ?
I need to make a deposit .
Will you be depositing cash or a check ?
I will be depositing cash .
How much would you like to deposit ?
It ' s going to be $ 300 .
What account would you like to deposit that into ?
Could you deposit that into my checking account , please ?
Can I do anything else for you today ?
That ' ll be all . Thank you very much .
For the first drive , put the golf ball on the tee , and push the tee into the ground .
Okay .
Pick up a wood and hold it like this , interlocking your fingers .
OK .
Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can .
Hey !
Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible .
Got it .
What did you do to this book ?
I accidentally ripped the cover .
You will need to pay for the damage .
How much do I need to pay ?
I ' m going to need $ 5 . 00 .
That ' s not too expensive .
It isn ' t .
Here ' s the $ 5 . 00 .
Thank you .
No problem . Have a good one .
That sounds quite big ! How many people live there ?
There are about 30 million people in my country . Most of them live in the north .
What ' s the average income ?
That ' s the really hard to say . I think most people earn about two thousand dollars a month , if you convert the money from our currency into dollars .
So your country is fairly rich .
I think we are richer than most countries , but not as rich as countries in western Europe . Our biggest problem at the moment is unemployment , which is roughly 8 % . It has doubled over the last four years .
Unemployment in my country is a fraction of that .
When ?
June 3rd .
The flight number is Cz353 . it departs at 17:10 and arrives at 45 .
Okay . I will book this flight .
Your passport , please .
Here you are .
Eh , let me see . Sorry , I can't remember it , because I've been there only once , accompanied by my friends .
Then , it would be a little bit harder to find out your way . Do you remember the name of the street , or one or two landmarks ?
A bookstore , probably . With a yellow and orange logo .
Good , any other clues ?
I remembered there is a very busy street several miles away . I waited for the traffic light for a very long time .
Oh , is there a bank near there , Standard Charted possibly ?
Oh , yeah , I got it , there is a bank My friend exchanged her money there .
That's the second branch hotel of Hilton . Walk straight down and you will see the bookstore you just mentioned . Turn left , I believe , you will get it .
Great ! Many thanks !
Can you make it on Tuesday ?
What time do you want me there ?
Anytime after six will be fine .
All right , It's a date .
But he has suffered a lot .
How long will it take to get there ?
It takes only ten minutes .
May I take a bus or a taxi to get there ?
You can take No . I bus or a taxi .
Excuse me , sir . Where is the No . 1 bus stop ?
Please turn right at the traffic lights .
Thank you very much .
It's a very good game .
Do you watch it or do you still play it ?
I only watch now .
I'm having a party this Friday .
I had no idea .
Is that right ?
I didn't hear anything about it .
Can you go ?
What time ?
It starts at 8 o'clock .
I'll go .
I hope that I'll see you there .
No doubt .
That's very kind of you .
I think they will .
But this should have been handed in last Thursday .
Yes , I know , sir . I'm sorry .
Well , what's your excuse then ?
My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home .
Oh , Yes ?
It's true , sir .
What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
8 . Is your VIP room big enough for 8 persons ?
Of course .
Oh , that's a very expensive brand , but with good reason .
Yeah . Each style is specially designed by world's top designers . So they can always make you look amazing .
I see . Come here . The high heels here look really attractive . But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them ?
Not really , especially at the beginning , if you wear high heels all day long , your feet would hurt . But , no big deal . Women can always get used to that .
It's not a simple thing to be beautiful .
Sure . But everyone loves to be beautiful . Hey , do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well ?
Yeah , very tasteful . And with them , you look even more fashionable . Oh , there are so many French perfumers . Oops , perfumes for guys ? So strange !
Come on . Fashion is not only for women . Men also share the equal right to chase fashion . It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes , which is called cologne .
Oh , really , that's really something new . I'm afraid not everyone can accept it .
It takes time for that . But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly .
That's true . Well , it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing . So , do you spend all your money on it ?
No . Fashion is just part of my life , which improves its quality . But also , I'm good at financing . I have a credit card , but I never overdraft .
How is it that you are my mom's sis ? You two are so different . She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns . You do so much better than her .
I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits .
Is this 777-9345 ?
No , it's 777-9344 ?
Oh , I ' m so sorry .
That's OK .
I see . We have a window table reserved for you .
It's very kind of you .
Would you like to order now or wait for a while ?
Bring me the menu , please .
But , dad , it's stormy outside .
Honey , it's just windy and raining outside .
Ar ! Dad , the power went out .
I think so . Maybe he's fallen for her .
Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl .
How many nights a week is it ?
It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . we need a record of you education and your work experiences .
Yes , we do .
Very good .
Do you have any identification ?
Yes , I have my driver's license .
Fine .
After you .
Yes , everything is 25 % off .
Do you have any skirt that will go with this sweater ?
Sure , we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with the sweater . I especially like this flowery skirt . It's very much in style this year .
I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ?
Look on the rack to your right .
Oh , yes . Just show me where the fitting rooms are now . I can't wait to try this on .
What do you plead ?
I plead not guilty .
All the evidence indicates that you are guilty .
I realize that , but I am not guilty .
Is that right ?
I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed .
Who is the guilty party ?
I ' ll tell you if you let me go .
I ' d be glad to make a deal with you .
I am willing to tell you that information .
You don't like Western food ?
I really find Chinese dishes more to my taste .
Why don't you get a bikini ?
I'm too fat for a bikini .
You aren't fat . I'll bet you'd look great in a bikini . How about this thong bikini ?
I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos .
I guess that one-piece isn't too bad , either . ( to be continued )
That's not fair , you got all the easy questions .
I guess that's just the luck of the draw .
I want a rematch . Let's play again .
Sorry , not tonight !
But I heard that she had a three-year-old girl .
I cannot belive that . It must be cooked up by someone .
By ordinary air mail , please .
Anything of value in it ?
A postal order for four hundred dollars .
In that case , you'd better have it registered .
Will I be informed when my friend gets the letter ?
Yes , when your friend gets it , he'll sign a receipt , which will be sent to you by mail . Then you can be sure it's been received .
All right , I'll have it registered , then .
What problem is that ?
The faucet in the kitchen is leaking .
I don ' t understand what the big deal is .
That leak is a problem for my water bill .
What you would like me to do about it ?
The leak must be fixed .
I won ' t be able to fix it at the moment .
I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet .
If that ' s the case , then I will fix the faucet .
Thanks for understanding .
Wait a minute . There are some new terms for me . I can hardly follow you .
Ok , I will go into more detail . A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation . You can discuss with him the program selection , changing or adding a program , the requirements for graduation , and other problems related to your study . You will choose some courses , and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation .
Everything is so new to me . I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there .
Sure , very difficult .
I am very grateful for your advice .
It's my pleasure to talk with you .
Still clipping coupons ?
It's a good way to save money .
Saving money ? How much money can you save by those 1 or 2 dollar discount coupons ?
How much ? Last week I save $ 10 on food .
How many years have you had the driver's license ?
I have two years driving experience .
That's good . What special skills do you have , can you tell me ?
I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Windows , Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel .
What computer languages have you learned ?
Visual C + + , C and Delphi .
Have you gotten any special training in programming ?
No , but I have database programming experience and network knowledge .
What kind of apartment is it ?
It's a one-bedroom , one-bathroom apartment .
How many people are you together ?
Just two people .
Would you like to sit in a smoking section , a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first ?
We prefer non-smoking section .
I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ?
How long a wait do you think there ' ll be ?
I think about ten minutes .
Ok , we'll wait a while .
I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me .
Thank you .
This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ?
Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please .
Yes , and what would you like to drink ?
One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please .
Would you like a dessert ?
What special kind of desserts do you have ?
Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding .
Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course .
All right . I'll bring your soup right away .
Okay , so ... To Whom It May Concern , I am writing .
Um , Tracy ? I think that ' s a little too formal . I know you want to be polite but you've already made contact with them , so in English you can be more relaxed in the opening ...
Okay , more relaxed . Got it . Hey , Sally , what ' s up ? It's Tracy here , just .
Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with " Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ?
Great , okay . " Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine " .
That's great ...
" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "
Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her .
Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with " All the best , Tracy " .
Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with " Yours Sincerely " . That's more professional .
Oh , Melanie , you are a life saver , thank you !
Great ! When you become new driver , you are better drive as carefully as possible !
Sure , I see safety is most important thing ! Accident is awful ! I will take your advice !
Besides , traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying , are they ?
Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely !
Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely !
Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting !
Why not ?
Can you see that road side help ?
Yes , We are going to across real road .
That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away .
What other signs what we see in road area like this ?
There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children !
Well , there will be charity performance on Saturday night . And also , there will be a solo concert by an opera star on Sunday night .
It's a good thing that I have choices here . Can you tell me about the one on Saturday ?
Sure . It's to raise money for the homeless .
What about the performance itself ?
Oh , it's a reserved opera named ' The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven ' .
Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite .
It surely is . And the cast is really the best .
Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ?
The price varies according to the seats . 300 for the front , 200 for the middle , and 50 for the back . Which kind would you like ?
Two for the front . One last thing , are there any English subtitles for the show ?
Yes , we have subtitles both in Chinese and English on the big-screen just beside the stage .
Terrific . May I stop by to get that two tickets tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . And our theater is located on Liberty Avenue , just opposite the biggest guitar store . Can I have your name ?
B . S-H-I-R-L-E-Y .
Got it . Thanks for calling . Bye .
Where did you learn to cook these amazing dishes ?
I got a really wonderful cookbook for my birthday and decided to try out a few of the recipes .
The chicken is out of this world !
I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice .
I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup .
Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass .
It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal .
I love this wine ! It goes very well with the chicken .
It's a pity , but why ?
I came here only a month ago .
You can call direct if you like .
Oh , can I ?
Yes , please .
Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ?
Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 .
What time do the special rates apply ?
Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir .
I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room .
Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ?
This is Mr . Ma in room 215 .
OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards .
Thanks very much for your help .
You're welcome . Bye .
Bye .
Good ! I'm interested in your advice .
If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Sure . Large or medium ?
Medium , please .
Anything else to go ?
Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also .
You've got it .
Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away .
Sure . It's seven eighty-nine .
Here's eight dollars . Keep the change .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice day .
Okay . What ' s your account number ?
8902365 .
And your address , please ?
845 lincoln Avenue .
When do you want it cancelled ?
Beginning the first day of next month .
Okay .
I picked up some poison oak while hiking , and I can ' t stop itching .
We have Techne , and it is available in lotion or cream .
Do you find that one works better than the other ?
I have heard that the cream is longer lasting .
Is there anything I can take that will help with the itching ?
If you take an antihistamine , that would help a lot .
Thank you for helping me figure out what to do with my poison oak .
It was a pleasure . Come back anytime .
Moblogging ? what does that mean ?
Oh , moblogging is a combination of the word ' mobile ' and ' blogging ' . It's another form of blogging . Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices .
Sounds interesting ! That must be very convenient .
Yes , you're right . I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move . It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me .
How can you do that ?
Well , if I simply want to write a few words , I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser .
What if you want to publish some photos ?
Then I'll shoot some pictures , re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog .
I see . Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you .
You bet it !
Yes . He told me to come by this morning .
I'm sorry , but he's not in the office now . Do you have an appointment ?
An appointment ?
Yes . What time did he expect you ?
He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time . He said I could come any time before noon .
I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ...
Today is Tuesday .
I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side .
That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him .
Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ?
Alright .
He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ?
Friday is good .
Morning or afternoon ?
Morning .
I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ?
Yes . My name is Laura Wills .
Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
About 1,500 metres per minute . It's one of the fastest in the world . We had a few problems with it after start-up but it's running very well now .
And what's the maximum output ?
If we're running at full capacity , it's 160,000 tonnes per annum .
Speaking .
Ann , this is Sam . Look , Ann . I wanna see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
I am sorry . I am very tired . I'm going to bed early .
What about tomorrow evening ?
No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now .
But Ann ..
Do you have any plans ?
Well , my family's away and I can't afford to do much . What about you ?
Oh , I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet .
What do you mean ? It will help us to relax .
Do you really think so ? I don't . It will just make us fat and act silly . Remember last time ?
I guess you are right . But what shall we do ? I don't feel like sitting at home .
I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends .
That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them .
Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too .
Good . Let's go now .
All right .
I'm sorry , but my sister was ill , so I
Do you think I believe the story like that ?
But it's true .
How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ?
That's coincidence .
Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time .
I promise I will .
You'd better .
Hey , that sounds great .
Okay , I'll pick you up at eight o'clock .
How does 7:30 sound ?
Fine . See you later .
Where have you planned to go ?
I want to go to Shanghai , but I also want to visit Hainan .
Then which will be your first choice ?
I don ' t know . How about you ? are you staying here or somewhere .
I have decided to go to Tasha .
By train or by plane ?
By plane .
You'll knock yourself out the way you've worked . Why don't you slow down ?
I can't afford to .
All right . Now that everybody's here . Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin , are you ready ?
Yes , thanks . Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials .
Excuse me , Miss Lin . Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well .
Sorry , I'll try to speak louder .
Do not worry . Today will be easier .
Beth , what date is today ?
Today is Saturday .
What is the date today ?
Today is July 4th .
Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday .
Call her on my cell phone . Wish her " Happy Birthday ! " Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day .
Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ?
It is December 25th .
Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day .
Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ' s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ?
April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too !
That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast .
Thanks .
After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6
I guess so .
How about going for swim around 10
That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated .
Happy Independence Day !
Galileo is one of them .
So are Copernicus and many others .
Thank you . Can I meet my colleagues ?
Sure , come with me . Hello , Michael , this is Steven . He will be part of your team .
Hi , Steven , welcome to join us !
I ' Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance .
That ' s right . Just call me if you need anything .
That's great .
Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ' ll introduce you to them later .
All right .
You're right . I love it very much .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Then , buy a bottle of soft drink .
Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop ?
It ' s a problem , because my boss is in that shop now .
Ok , I will go there myself .
Sorry , Mr . Polly .
It doesn ' t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ?
Have a try .
What's the climate like in your country ?
It's mild , but it's not always pleasant . The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East . It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South .
Which seasons do you like best ?
I like spring and summer . The days are long and the nights are short . The sun rises early and sets late . I don't like autumn and winter . The days are short and the nights are long . The sun rises late
Then how about a salesman ?
That's better . I like travelling .
Have you made a reservation ?
No , I want a double room . By the way , is there any discount for children ?
Yes , children are half price .
Ok , please have me arrange one .
how far up the street are the traffic lights ?
not far . About 150 meters perhaps .
ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
ok . Where do I go then ?
you ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
got it . Thank you very much .
Did you hold a party or something else yesterday ?
No , I just watched Supergirl , and it began too late in the night . I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock .
I don't like this program , because there are too many constant arguments between the judges .
The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles .
Do you have much time watching TV ?
I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio .
I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station .
If they could make beautiful ads , I could bear .
Oh , Look at the baby . It ' s so beautiful . Is it a boy or a girl ?
It's a girl .
Can I hold it for a moment ?
Sure . She is a peaceful child .
Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes .
So they say .
When are you returning home ?
Well . The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth .
You can use some time off . You ' Ve been working too hard anyway .
Right . And I ' d like one of those new electric pencil sharpeners .
All right , Mr . Jones . Do you think we ' ll need anything else ?
Yes . Yesterday .
Good gracious . That ' s incredible !
She married Jerrod .
You ' re kidding .
She ' s going to live in Paris .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
Why not ?
It involves a lot of travel .
How long have you been like this ?
For two days .
Do you have a fever ?
I ' m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold .
Let me take your temperature first .
The movie theater is always so crowded on the weekends . I like to go to the movies during the week .
That's true . And sometimes the tickets are cheaper during the week as well .
12:00 . You have to wait for a while .
OK .
Well , sir . Come with me . I will show you the waiting room . You must be tired . Have a short rest there . We will call you later .
Thank you .
Can she call you back ? She is about to start a meeting .
That will be fine .
I ' m sure they will .
No problem . Could you let me have your card and the money to be deposited ?
Here it is . I usually use the machine , but there seems to be such a long queue at the moment .
Yes , it's the same every day during the lunchtime rush . We will be putting in a new ATM in the near future , though . That should help to ease the queues .
I'll look forward to that , I can't stand queuing .
I know what you mean . How much would you like to deposit with us today ?
1,000 RIB , it should all be there .
That's correct , 1,000 RIB . I'll need your personal code to deposit this . Could you enter it on this key pad , please ?
OK , done . When will it show in my account ? Not for withdrawal , I mean just registered .
It will show in your account straight away . Here's your card back and could you please sign the slip here ?
That's fine . OK . Thanks .
And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
How did it happen ?
I bumped it by accident , but I didn't mean to do it .
It was my favorite .
I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ?
Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually .
First I was late for school this morning , and now I broke your vase . This isn't my day !
What brought this on ?
I guess I'm glad exams are over .
Has he moved to his new house yet ?
No , not yet . He's still here . He's going to move tomorrow .
When ? Tomorrow morning ?
No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour .
He's a very nice person . We will all miss him .
When will the new people move into this house ?
I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow .
Will you see Mien today , Janey ?
Yes , I will .
Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house .
No , he didn't want to leave , but his wife did !
Well , how about tomorrow night ? Are you doing anything then ?
No , I'm not . What are you planning to do ?
I'm going to see a musical . Would you like to come ?
Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn .
All right ! Thanks !
I wish I had a character part . Those are my favorite .
Are you kidding ? You got the leading role .
I know , but I've done that so Ay times . It's getting old . The leading guy is always the same macho A .
I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A .
Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script .
I do a good old lady . I wouldn't mind being the damsel in distress once in a while .
John is a peacemaker . He simply doesn ' t bother . He says he should give him a free hand .
We got the contract !
All right !
I ' ll pick you up at ... say , 7,30 ?
Yes , that would be perfect .
See you tonight then .
Yes . Thank you for inviting me .
I finished off everything .
Would you like anything in particular ?
The Perrier and the Jim Beam . Let me have three more of each .
Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ?
I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please .
Sure thing . Might there by anything else ?
Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too .
Perrier , Jim Beam , apples , and grape juice . It will all be there shortly , sir .
True . Keep up the good work . Hello , welcome to the reunion of the Class of ' 93 .
Just come over here , sir . First you need to sign in and get your photo nametag .
And don't forget to put in an order for your reunion memory book .
Would you like to donate to our alumni fund ?
Our red underwear didn't do any good at all !
Well , there are still some consolation prizes . We can go up to the front and pick them up .
So , what did you win ?
A lousy desk lamp . And you ?
A bar of soap !
Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow !
Why don't you go talk to her and find out what her secret was this year .
No , not those . The ones on the shelf .
These ?
Yes , please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
We need to solve the problem of air pollution before we destroy the atmosphere . There ' s lots of clean , modern technology , but companies in developed countries say it ' s expensive . Developing countries
Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ' s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ' re not thinking a
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow e
It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
I am a member of the basketball club . Do you want to join us ?
But I don't know how to play basketball .
It's OK . Don't worry about it . Our school coach will train us to play basketball .
I can see from your resume you were in charge of sales for Corporate World Unlimited from 1997 to 1999 . Can you please tell me about your responsibilities ?
Yes . I was in charge of profit and loss for the northwest region of Canada . As a manager , I was directly responsible for a 50 % increase in sales over a four-month period .
What , do you believe , are some of the key attributes that helped you to achieve such an outstanding increase in sales ?
I believe persistence and perseverance are key attributes .
How come ?
You have to type all day .
That's the Return of the King , right ?
Yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ?
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
Did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
No . did you ?
Yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
Yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
Most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
That happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
Actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Oh , I see . In what area ?
Well , I need a Deposit Certification to handle this .
Yes , we have this service . Have you got a deposit certificate and your passport ? I'm sorry to ask you , but your passport is very important .
Yes , yes . Here it is . By the way , is there a handling fee ?
Yes , I'm afraid there is .
Really ? Does she live here in Seattle ?
Yes , she does . But she's working in Washington , D . C . , right now . Her job is top secret .
Wow ! ! And what does your brother do ?
He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there .
What an interesting family !
Your seat is in the non-smoking section , so please refrain from smoking .
Oh , I see , since I'm a heavy smoker . May I change my seat ?
Then I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment . please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
oh , isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable ?
yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around .
oh my , no internet access is killing me .
can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
well , the term " discomgoogolation " comes from " discombobulate " and " google " . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
then , you're probably addicted .
That ' s the one .
What happened ?
You were right , it was from a headhunter . He wouldn't tell me anything without a signed contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work out .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I ' m going there tomorrow .
Great ! Good luck .
And I think I'll look in on a few other Employment Agencies while I ' m downtown , to see what they have .
Good idea . The more people you ask , the better your chances are .
He will burn his fingers .
If only he knew it .
I don ' t know what he wants to do . Does he want help me or just scold me ?
Think a little . I think he means well at the bottom of his heart .
Really ? Well the special effects might have been good in 1997 , but when you watch it today they make the film seem really cheesy .
Alright , maybe it's a little bit cheesy . But come on , isn't it fun to go to a cheap flick once in a while ?
Actually , I have to admit that you're right . I like some pretty cheesy movies too . I love Arnold Schwarzenegger action flicks , especially " Terminator . "
Haha , that's definitely a cheesy movie too . Did you watch it over and over again ?
Well ... I saw it only once , but for the next two months when I talked to people , I pretended I was the Terminator .
I informed my company and was told that the first five thousand by the end of this month .
What about the balance of the order ? Can they also arrive at our company quickly ?
We can deliver the balance at the price already quoted in 10 days .
Can you deliver them earlier ?
I am afraid we can not do that . Would you be willing to sign an annual contract on the basis we discussed ?
Possibly , subject to quality and delivery guarantees .
Of course . Well , in that case we could offer a 5 % discount for a confirmed monthly order for the next 12 months .
I was looking forward to something a bit more substantial . As you know , we have long-time cooperation .
I'm afraid that's as far as we could go . We'd already be stretching ourselves to the limit .
Well , let's shake on that and draw up the details of the contract .
May I pick it up ?
Of course .
Do you have one of better quality ?
This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive .
There is no problem about the price . How much is it ?
Two hundred and thirty-five yuan .
OK , I'll take it .
How are you ?
I'm good . How are you ?
Good . Do you speak English ?
A little . Are you American ?
Yes .
Where are you from ?
I'm from California .
Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too .
Tell me about it .
Okay . In the middle of their streets there are parks , big soccer fields as far as you can see .
Really ?
That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m .
Are you serious ?
I don't know how they function the next day ! It's like they eat and breathe soccer !
All I did so far was make a bid on the Buddha . It was easy !
Easy ? Ha ! ! It was easy for them to cheat you ! !
Oh , come on ! I just gave them my e-mail , my address and my phone number . And my name , of course .
You're not going to make anything to eat ?
You never cook . I always do .
I think you're a better cook than I am .
Oh please , you need to cook tonight .
So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ?
It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ?
I'll cook dinner , don't worry .
I'm going to go rest for a little bit .
I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ?
Thanks .
What do you mean ?
Well , I just think he deserves it .
Three Gorges of the Yangtze River .
That's beautiful .
It ' s 7 p . m . today .
Would you mind telling me the reason ?
I need to continue to deal with my business . I haven ' t finished it yet .
Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ?
No . Thank you .
But you have to pay the fee for refund .
OK . I will pay it by my bank card .
Yeah , I lost money investing in the internet too .
Just goes to show that you should buy companies not ideas .
I changed my strategy around too . I invest in good companies now .
Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Ted ?
No . What happened ?
He lost his kids ' college money by trading .
Oh , boy . His wife can't be happy about that .
I love it when the weather is like this . Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch ?
That sounds like a good idea . The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado . but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
So if I don't print out very much , it could last a lot longer ?
That's right . It could last six months or more . This model's designed for heavy use . Don't worry - you'll get an error message telling you when to change the head .
So , where did you grow up ?
Providence , Rhode Island . do you know it ?
I am not sure , where exactly is it ?
Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ?
No , I was born in Gaoxiong , I only moved to Taipei after I graduated .
He is doing OK , but he pretends he is doing much better by telling lies .
What's his problem ?
This may be complicated . But I think he may need to build up his self-esteem .
How can his he do that ?
There are a lot of ways to help a kid build up self-esteem , but to begin with , you can try and give him more rewards . Rewards will help a chil improve his self-esteem .
OK , let me hear it . I'd be glad to help if I can .
Good . I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation .
Well , I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms .
I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts .
But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially .
Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability .
In what way can we solve the problem ?
Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ?
Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks .
So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months .
Well , we accept your suggestion .
I think I need a thorough check-up .
I got it .
Really ? Does he chase balls ?
Yup . Hey , do you want to see a picture ? See , he's eating lunch .
This can't be the same dog . He's so clean , he shines .
See , he's wagging his tail .
He's really cute . His bowl even has his name on it .
Yes . there are trains at 7:59 , 9:18 , 10:32 and 11:55
What time does the 7:59 get to London ?
At 9:36 . And the 9:18 gets to London at 9:55 , the 10:32 at 11:09 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19:00 and the next is at 19:40 .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Thank you . This is my first time to come to a Chinese restaurant . Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food ?
Generally speaking , Cantonese food is a bit light ; Shanghai food is rather oily ; and Hunan dishes are very spicy , having a strong and hot taste .
Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared , delicious , and very palatable . They are very good in colour , flavour , and taste .
Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ?
No more , thank you . I'm quite full .
Did you enjoy the meal ?
It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner .
I'm so glad you like it .
Thank you very much for your hospitality .
I am .
Do you know where your polling place is ?
My polling place is up the street at the park .
Oh , really ?
Where ' s yours at ?
I ' m not sure .
You should know that already .
I didn ' t receive my polling place in the mail .
You do know that you can look online , right ?
I didn ' t know that . I ' ll go look right now .
I know what you mean . People would stare at you in amazement if you wore something like that in an everyday situation . I suppose only extravagant rich people wear them at cocktail parties .
Maybe . I ' m not sure why they have fashion shows like this . Hardly anyone will buy those clothes . The clothes you see are nothing like the ones that ordinary people wear . It seems like a waste of money .
I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons . First , it ' s just like a big party . They can meet each other and network . The other thing is that it is great advertising . All the journalists and photographers are there . Thirdly , it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing .
You meant it ' s an expression of their fantasies ?
Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ' t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ' don ' t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ' .
Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish .
Come on . All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes .
No , seriously . I'm impressed .
Thank you . I appreciate the compliment .
The blue one , please .
You may keep it for the time being . I'm not using it now .
Well , how about the 4th ?
That's fine , but we have only a single room , is that OK ?
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
Hold on , please .
Thanks .
Yeah , that ' s a good idea , and you like to cook . What about the books ?
No , I need my books .
Come on , if we save more money we can retire earlier , and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the $ 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could ' Ve gotten something for less .
O . K . Let ' s compromise , if you agree to only spend $ 75 on books , I ' ll agree to only spend $ 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
Really ? He is my type .
He is everybody's type .
What position does he play ?
Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan !
Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement .
Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now .
Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer .
That is not true . They are just jealous of him !
Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart .
You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow .
By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ?
You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders .
Oh , My chance is slim then .
Hi , Basil .
Want a ride to the office ?
Yes , by all means . I was just about to leave .
Hold on . Just 5 minutes .
I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you .
It's my pleasure . See you .
Hi , Basil .
Hi , Ruth . Hop in .
Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ?
Of course I don't mind . For your report ?
Yes , I finally have an inspiration .
Good for you . No problem , I'll listen to the car radio
Here your are . I wonder how much interest can I earn for my current account .
Oh . Current account don ' t pay our interest .
Why is that ?
It ' s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ' t expect a large amount of deposit in current account .
I see . How do I draw money from my news then .
Oh , I'm fine , thanks . I'm super busy with work actually . Did you hear about the Lawson contract ?
No , tell me more .
Well , I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week .
And .
And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed .
That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica .
I will , Michelle . Speak to you soon .
I will . Bye - bye !
Bye !
Sometimes it goes fast . And sometimes it goes slow . And the alarm doesn'twork , either .
Would you like another one ?
No . Can I have my money back ?
Hmm ... have you got a receipt ?
A receipt ?
Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt .
Oh , I'm not certain , but I think I've lost it .
May I try it on ?
Go ahead .
Certainly , that's what we're here for . What can I help you with ?
I'm a tourist in this city and unfortunately I've lost my card !
Calm down , Sir . Is that an IBA Debit or Credit Card ?
Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere .
Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ?
I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again .
That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you .
Thank you . Thank you very much .
Please rush me to the railway station
Get in and close the door .
Can you speed up a bit ?
Sorry . The road is too crowded .
But I have no time to lose .
But I can't help it .
Can you drop me off here ?
Sorry . We mustn't stop here .
Oh , it's really nice , but to tell the truth , that's far too expensive .
Really ? Even for such an excellent one ?
I think we should have a house cleaning today . What's your opinion ?
Oh , no . We just did it last week .
Come on . What do you want to do ? Washing clothes or cleaning the house ?
I'd rather wash the clothes .
Okay . Here is the laundry .
Oh , My God ! So much !
Don't worry . I'll help you with it later .
Yeah , not seeing a single person anywhere informed me . Hey ! How about that one over there ?
Oh , give me a break ! That place is too lavish for us .
Easy . It ' s on me .
In that case , I ' m right behind you .
University graduates have difficulty finding a job too . There seems to be more and more competition in the job market
It is strange that some people are quitting their jobs in order to find a better one . What do you think ? Do you want to quit your job ?
No . Not now . I think I'll try to keep this one .
You ' re almost 70 years old , Mom ! Don ' t you think it would be better for you if you moved in with us ?
No way ! I like my apartment , and I like to be independent .
Do you ever get lonely living alone ?
Not at all . I see you and your family twice a week , and I enjoy seeing my own friends . I ' m too busy to feel lonely !
OK . Which day do you want to book ?
The day after tomorrow .
Which flight do you want ?
I'd prefer a morning flight .
What about Flight 516 ?
Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ?
1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ?
Credit card .
OK . Here's your ticket .
Thank you .
When do you expect him back ?
I think he'll be back in about an hour at least .
Well , may I leave a message ?
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
Whoa , that ' s a lot of cash ! Let ' s go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing .
All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ' s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole !
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
Payment by sight L / C is quite usual in international trade , and as a rule , we only accept payment by sight L / C .
But we have only moderate mean at hand . If you can do us a special favor this time and allow us to delay payment , we'd really appreciate it .
Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before , but we could consider your request . I'll phone our company to see what they say .
Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ?
This afternoon .
Then what shall I do ?
Call the police .
And what name of reservation made under ?
It should be under Steve Johnson .
Mmm , let me see , it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight , is there any other name that you reservation list under ?
No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card .
Ah , yes , here it is , you have a standard double room , non smoking on the 3rd floor , I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don ' t mind .
Good night then !
Good night !
Give the mike to him .
OK .
Be quiet . He is singing .
I thought he only liked to listen !
So did I .
He has a really good voice !
Yes , he sings wonderfully .
Nonsmoking , please .
All right . May I have your name ?
My surname is Gao .
How do you spell it , sir ?
They are blind with bucks . Blind people are more easily conned , fo course .
Sure . Many people , including men and women , and be easily ripped off .
Good . I think I'll hire one for 7 days .
Okay . I'll write up the paperwork .
Sure .
Thanks .
I'm Rudy Randolph at 818-555-1234 , April ninth to the fifteenth .
Mr . Randolph . Okay , one second , sir , and there you go . Your reservation is now cancelled .
I wish everything in life was so simple . Thank you .
Not a problem , sir . Please remember us in the future .
Well , I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something . You know , I just came back from a really tough interview . I was quite nervous during the interview . I really want to have the job . Right now , I am still a little on the edge . I am not sure if I could convince them during the interview .
Take it easy . It is all over now . How was it going , anyway ?
I don ' t know . I think I did well in the paper exams . I was prepared to answer a lot of questions , but they didn't ask those as I expected . To my surprise , the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me .
That's strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it ' Getting to know you more personally ' . What about your answers ?
Just did my best .
What did the nurse say ?
She said I have a fever but nothing major .
In that case , you should go home and get plenty of rest .
What if this small fever turns into a big fever ?
Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you .
I would like you to give me a different hair style .
What did you have in mind ?
Give me a short haircut .
Do you know how short you want your hair to be ?
I want you to cut it to a few inches long .
That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ?
I've had this idea for some time now .
I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to .
This is what I want .
Fine then . Let's get started .
How would you like your steak ? Rare , medium-rare or well-done ?
Well-done , please .
In my opinion , you ' ll make it .
You ' re having me on again .
No , I ' m serious .
Sure . It ' s not very heavy .
That ' s 850 grams . The coasts depends on how you would like to send it .
I see . What are the options ? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail .
That ' s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars .
How long will it take to get there ?
Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks .
It that case , I ' ll send it by airmail . I ' d like to send it as a registered parcel .
No problem . That ' s one dollar extra .
Thanks very much . There ' s thirteen dollars .
There ' s you receipt . Goodbye .
Please take a seat . Everything will be ready in a minute .
Here you go . We have your cocktail and there're salad . fried chicken , French fries and vanilla ice cream for dessert . Eat the chicken while it's hot . It tastes better .
Wow ! You're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more . Thank you .
Here's to our friendship and health !
Bottoms up !
OK . What kind of gas do you want ?
I don't really know . I have just bought this new car . And it's the first time I've gotten gas for it .
We have regular , super , and premium gasoline . This is a new car , so I'd recommend premium .
Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up .
All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 .
OK , thanks .
Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18 . 56 , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice drive !
Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up ?
That'll be easy .
Please take a careful look at these five men .
Okay .
Is the suspect in this line ?
I see him .
Which number is he ?
The suspect is number four .
Your cooperation is very much appreciated .
I'm happy to be of assistance .
Your luggage is overweight . The free allowance for luggage is 20 kilos .
Oh , can I keep this little suitcase as hand-luggage ?
OK , in this way it's just below the limit .
Here's your ticket and your boarding card .
All right . I will begin boarding soon .
I really don't know how I can thank you enough .
Oh , it's my pleasure . After all , you are very qualified for the position .
Thank you very much indeed . You helped me rebuild my self-confidence .
Don't mention it . You ' re always been good . What do you say we go out to celebrate ?
That would be great .
What were the schools like ?
Oh , I didn't actually teach in the schools . I taught after school . I taught in English institutes .
But you taught children , yes ?
Yes . That's right . But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America . At least as far as studying is concerned . Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school .
They actually study after school ?
That's right . After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English . They are very serious about learning over there .
Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ?
Of course they do . You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much . But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing . Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough .
Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that .
So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education . They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing . In America , too many parents don't pay attention .
But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too .
As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it . And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience .
Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ?
That's a stereotype we Americans have . We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet . But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too .
Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also . Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ?
I don't know . In Costa Rica , I taught adults . So it was a very different thing . So I really can't compare .
Well , that is also very efficient , right ?
Of course , it is much better than just giving us some reading materials or information via the internet .
That ' s boring . Once we were asked to watch a video on how to operate the punches , all of us seemed to fall into sleep by the end of the video .
Actually , five and a half . On Saturday , we have classes only in the morning .
Gosh !
That's too much for us really .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to try to find out where the school is located .
When do you start school ?
I'm going to register right now .
That's good .
Yes , I think you have the same model as I have . Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol ?
Yes , it will print immediately .
I can ' t wait to start cooking ! I ' Ve bought the grill and charcoal . Do you have enough plates and utensils ?
I think so . I bought some paper plates and cups for people to use . It will save on the washing up !
And if people drop them , they won ' t break . We ' ll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers .
They sell them at the shop around the corner . We can go and get some in a few minutes .
I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs . We ' ll need some tomato ketchup and some barbecue sauce .
I have the sauce , but remind me to get some ketchup at the shop .
How long does it take to cook meat on a barbecue ?
It only takes a few minutes . Some people like their meat well done . Others like it rare . The great thing about a barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked .
They can cook it themselves to make sure it ' s exactly how they like it .
I hope you haven ' t invited any vegetarians !
Our eyes should look into the future . We could not live in the past .
Only sometimes when I think about it , I feel very sad .
It's normal . Time will change everything .
Fish with noodles , please .
Would you care for coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Yes , are advance tickets for ' Nut croakers ' still available ?
What date , sir ?
October 16th .
Let me see . Yes , we still have some tickets left . Which performance ?
7:30 p . m . performance , please .
OK , we have tickets at 100 yuan and 50 yuan .
I'd like to reserve two seats at 100 yuan , please .
All right . May I have you name , please ?
Du Kun .
When would you like to collect the tickets ?
Tomorrow .
We can hold them until one day before the show .
How do we cancel , just in case ?
Just telephone us , and let us know in advance . We don't charge for cancellation .
All right , thank you very much . Good bye .
You are welcome . Goodbye .
Why ? You can't be always so lazy .
Mom , I'm tired . I feel sleepy . I want to go to bed right now .
Alright . But you promise this is the last time .
OK . I promise . Thank you , Mom .
Really ? I need to go to the store too .
Would you like to come with me ?
Yeah , let's go together .
Would you like to go now or later ?
Now .
What ?
Now would be better .
OK , let's go .
Should we walk ?
No , it's too far . Let's drive .
How's everything going ?
Fine . thanks .
And she did her best to pull out the thorn in her flesh and the boy lost whatever made him happy .
Poor child !
Thanks , Vivian .
No problem at all . Welcome .
that ' d be great , but could I have a cup of tea first ?
sure , I ' ll just go put the kettle on . Why don ' t you have a seat on the sofa and I ' ll go take care of things in the kitchen .
that would be lovely , thanks .
do you take milk or sugar with your tea ?
I ' ll take a little milk , but no sugar , please . Make sure you let the tea steep a few minutes before you take the tea bag out of the cup .
ok . What do you think about our living room ?
well , I do like the mantelpiece and the coffee table , but I don ' t really care for curtains . Did you get them at a yard sale ? They look ancient .
my parents gave them to us as a house warming gift .
oh dear . Well , I suppose they will do for now . do you ever dust in here ? It seems a bit dusty in here .
your daughter usually does the dusting , and I do the vacuuming .
I see . Well , I can help with the chores while I ' m here . You two could probably use my help .
that ' s very nice of you to offer . Here ' s your tea . Be careful , it ' s still quite hot .
All my games are so lame , Mom . When can I get a new one ?
Well , listen , Honey , you've been a big help lately ...
Right on . I'm gonna get a new game !
If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it .
I knew there would be a catch !
Nothing in life is free , Son .
Except housework , that is .
Well , but for this one , don ' t bring your cell phone to meetings , I think it is not reasonable . What if there are some important calls ?
Well , this one is not compulsory . It is just suggestion .
I didn ' t pay attention to that .
Can you take 15 mm of it ?
Yes , no problem . It'll be ready by 2 p . m .
Not sure yet . How about you pop the hood and we can take a look . Mmmm , it doesn ' t look good .
What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ' s brand new !
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
Have you got a headache ?
Yes , I ache all over .
Are you coughing much ?
A little bit .
Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ?
It's gone completely .
Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take .
Is that all doctor ?
Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure .
Thank you , doctor . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Well , Let me check the newspaper . What about The Terminal ?
Wow , it stars Catherine Zeta-Jones , my favorite actress .
Well , birds of a feather flock together . I like her too . She was in a lot of dramas .
She is so beautiful and elegant . And she is famous for her fine acting .
What's more , she doesn't have scandals . And she likes to take part in the charitable activities .
Who is the director ?
Steven Spielberg . Another superstar .
Yes , a legend , also . I still remember , his movies , Jurassic Park and Schindler's List got him nine Oscar awards in 1994 .
Can you introduce the story of The Terminal briefly ?
It tells a romantic and humorous love story .
This is really exciting movie . Lets go to this one .
What is the problem ?
I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced .
Do you have enough money in your account ?
I think so .
Let me check that for you right now .
Okay . Thank you .
Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account .
You can ' t be serious !
That ' s what my records show .
I see . Thanks for your help .
Some other time then ?
OK . Thanks for asking me .
Yes , now what do I do ?
Well , after you dial 9 on the keypad , you should hear the tone change .
No , nothing changed .
When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call my boss .
For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ?
I know a few extensions but I don't know them all .
You can always look an extension up on the company website .
What a splendid idea !
Outlets usually give you great deals .
Thanks for helping me .
You're welcome .
Actually , I ate too much pork yesterday . I fancy a change .
Ok why don ' t you order the braised fish then ?
That sounds like a good idea . It looks very big though .
Don ' t worry . I ' ll help you eat it .
No , can I trouble you to lend me a hand ?
Ok , not a problem . Let's go to the station .
You have to buy a ticket first . You want to go to Shi Da , right ?
Yeah .
Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station .
Where is that ?
Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay .
Oh , that's simple enough .
Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform .
Anything else I should know ?
Just remember to hold on to your ticket . You need it to get out of the station when you get there .
Oh . Where do I need to apply for a visa ?
There are passport processing center in many places . Visa is dealt with in embassies . You need to complete several forms and provide certain certificate .
Does it take a long time to get a visa ?
Not too long . 14 working days for a visa .
What materials do I need to provide ?
Your passport and ID card .
What sort of job do you have in mind ?
I think I'm quite fit for a driver .
But it's very tired .
I don't care .
What's your parents ' opinion ?
I haven't told them . Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation .
There is a maple leaf on the flag .
Mark should clean it . It's his turn .
No , he cleaned it last time . It's your turn .
No , it isn't . You always clean it after Mark .
Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow .
Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow .
Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow .
You are lazy . You ought to be ashamed ? You should enjoy working .
So how do you develop good relationships in the office ?
I think the key point is to be considerate of your co-workers ' feelings and needs and make a good working environment .
I think you ' re right , but it does seem that there are always a few coworkers that are harder to work with than others .
I was thinking it could take place sometime in January .
That might be a little too cold for some people .
Yes , you are right .
What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot .
Yes , that would work out better .
You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone .
Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it .
Fine ! Well , I'll get right on it now !
When did you decide to become a vegetarian ?
I saw a program a few months ago about how animals are raised for human consumption . I haven't been able to eat a single piece of meat since .
That's great . Do you find that you eat a lot more fruit and vegetables now ?
Definitely . I've also been buying organic fruit and vegetables , which is more expensive , but much better for you because they don't have any pesticides on them .
You've really turned into a health nut , haven't you ?
I guess you could say that . Eating fruit and vegetables helps keep you healthy . I've lost 5 pounds and I feel great !
How do you get enough protein in your diet ?
Well , I eat a lot more tofu , beans , nuts and some fish .
Well , don't worry about dinner . I'll only make vegetarian dishes for you . Do you like sushi ?
I prefer cooked fish to raw fish , but if you really like it , make it .
How about a spicy tofu and vegetable stir-fry ?
That sounds great . What time should I come over ?
Dinner will be ready at about 7:30 pm , so you can come over at 7 p . m .
Sounds good . See you there !
Yes , I took off 4 kilos . I am glad you notice it .
Not some crazy diet fat I hope .
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
OK , Let me see . I suppose we must strengthen our promotion , because our brand is still new to some consumers . Maybe we should start our advertising program with our local and overseas distributors simultaneously , because they stand on a better position for selecting the best ways to advertise in market places . Besides , the advertisement fund can encourage them to spend more attention on advertising our products .
That is a good idea to start with . I also think the mass media is also a good approach for advertising .
Yes , the mass media has wider influence . One of my classmates works in an advertisement company . I can get help and inspiration from him . And we can also try some less expensive approaches of advertising , such as on-line sales . Personally , I prefer to the on-line sales , for it is cheaper , faster and wider .
Sportshoes . Will you go with me ?
OK .
But it was not at all so fine yesterday .
Because it rained last night .
Did it ?
It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder .
I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing .
Well , it may rain again later today .
Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in .
There may also be a strong wind coming in .
It'll be dusty , too , I guess .
Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing .
Why is that ?
We've been planting trees for many years .
I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful .
But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer .
Then what about spring ?
Spring is warm and short in Beijing .
It must be cold in the winter , though .
You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold .
Thanks for reminding me .
You're welcome .
Wow , you sound very professional .
I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner .
To be honest , I'm a bit fed up .
What's wrong ?
There's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
Sure , but how ?
You can ask her out for drinks after work .
But for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
Then you've got a lot of work to do . You need to get her to notice you first .
Easier said than done .
You can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying ' hello ' to her .
But I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
That's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
Good luck !
Yes , but do you love me ?
Why ? You mean a lot to me .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? Come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it
It must have been stolen by the few thieves . I ' ll get it back for you .
You are risking your neck . Don ' t you know they have guns .
How long did it take you to get your driver's license ?
I spent a year to get my license .
Wow ! So many people ! Where are they and what are they doing ?
They are muslims on a pilgrimage to mecca . Muslims call this pilgrimage haj .
Why do they go there ?
Muslims believe that every man who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life . Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith .
When muslims pray , they face towards mecca .
That ' s right . Unfortunately , so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed .
I heard about that . The pilgrims must walk around a large , sacred black stone .
That ' s right . That ' s when accidents often happen . The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims , to reduce the chances of accidents .
Pilgrimages are common in many faiths .
Yes . In England , Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages .
Isn ' t there a place in france where people go to get healed ?
I think that place is Lourdes . There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there .
Do you think that there is something magical about that place ?
Personally . I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them . I don ' t think place is magical in any way .
I don ' t think you ' re right there .
I believe industry is making us wealthier .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
what about a factory tour ?
you mean visit a factory ?
yes . I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which open to the public every weekend . We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry .
good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ?
I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour .
really ? What do the companies do that for ?
I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known .
oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors .
exactly .
do we need an appointment beforehand ?
I'll call the tourist information centre to check .
do you have your passport with you ?
yes , here you go . I don't need a visa to go to Spain , do I ?
fortunately for you , you don't . Next time , if you have any questions about visas , you should try to find out before you get to the airport .
that's good advice .
would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
are there any seats available by the emergency exits ?
let me see here ... yes , there's one left .
ok . I'll take that one then .
alright . How many pieces of luggage are you checking in ?
I like to travel light so I just have this one .
if that's your only piece of luggage , it is small enough to carry on with you . Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive ?
yes , please . That's a fantastic idea . Which gate do I need to go to ?
you're here a bit early , so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour . Here's your boarding pass . Enjoy your flight !
And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
For the amount of work we do on the computer these days , the one we ' re using is just too weak . We really need a higher model .
Well , I ' ll think about it . I don ' t know whether accounting is going to agree to such a big purchase .
Well , you can just comfort yourself like that .
Your complexion is on the oily side . I suggest you use cleansing gel .
Anything that can keep my skin clean will do .
How do you prefer this one ? It cleans thoroughly without striping your natural protective oil . The gentle formula keeps skin soft and healthy .
Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance .
We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it .
I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ?
Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic .
I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later .
Thank you very much , madam . Here are some samples of our products . Do try them out .
Oh , that's exciting . What does this guy look like ? Is he hot ?
Well , I didn't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! And we have so much in common . We like the same team , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
I think that the percentage is incorrect .
Let's just go over all of it to double-check .
Sure , let's do it .
Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ?
I don't see any mistakes .
OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score .
Yes , let's total it .
Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ?
Yes , you're right .
Well then , we are all straight . Have a good day and thanks for bringing that to my attention .
See Julie , the receptionist . She knows where all that stuff is kept . You might like a calendar for you desk . She can give you one of those too .
Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward su
What would you like to have ?
Please give me a piece of pie first .
Which would you rather have , beef or chicken ?
Beef , please .
How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Do you want to take milk and sugar ?
Only black coffee .
Could you tell me how you dealt with it this time ?
Certainly , as long as you don't tell my wife .
I never cheat .
Yes , you do .
I see . Then what about tomorrow , at Starbucks ?
I ' m afraid not , George . You gotta know something , I ' m not available any more . but I know Becky has a crush on ya .
Are you kidding me ? Becky ? She ' s a real bitch .
Are these drinks on sale this weekend ?
Yes .
Can I buy more than one case ?
Yes . The limit is four per family .
Okay , I ' ll take four , please . You saved me a lot .
I know . This is a really good bargain .
Thanks .
No problem .
I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them .
Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat .
What do you need me for ?
I have a court date coming up .
What are you being charged with ?
It ' s the felony charge .
I ' m willing to provide my services .
What ' s your rate ?
I work for $ 150 an hour .
That ' s too high .
That ' s what I charge .
I ' ll hire you anyway .
Do you know who you ' re going to vote for ?
I am so impressed with the candidate I ' m going to vote for .
What ' s so great about him ?
I feel that he is very intelligent .
Oh , really ?
Yes , and I agree with all his policies .
That ' s good to hear .
I think this man is going to be the next President .
I hope so .
I ' m going to make sure and get my vote in .
OK , it will be a new experience for me .
We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway , especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ?
Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to . Here comes the train .
What ' s her name ?
Her name is Fluffy . She is a sweet dog .
My dog has spots . He is very strong .
But I don ' t like big strong dogs .
I was at home with my parents in New York City .
really ? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers ?
I didn't see the crash itself , but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents ' apartment building .
that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ?
no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos .
did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ?
yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers .
did he survive ?
unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower .
I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family .
it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own .
terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life .
Who is Peckham ?
Are you kidding me ? Even the girls know Peckham . Whatever , I have a picture of him here .
You are a big fan of him ! He has strong legs .
Sure , he is a soccer star .
Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ?
Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball .
But it's the same hairstyle .
It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture .
Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham .
He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right .
Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple .
Do it , please .
You should change your attitude , or you will not pass the course .
Maybe you're right . I have been too lazy lately .
Actually , I am very familiar with the area so there was absolutely no problem .
I am curious as to why you want to leave your current employer .
I am interested in switching fields .
Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular .
I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task .
What are you not good at ?
I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself .
We appreciate hearing that about you !
It's really nice of you . Thanks !
Do you have any short-term goals ?
No , that thought doesn't cross my mind .
I don ' t think you ' re right there .
I believe industry is making us wealthier .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
He is cute . What dose he do ?
I'm not sure , he is a manager I think .
Really ? Are you going to introduce us ?
Well , he has already taken you know , that's his wife right there .
Will I have the chance to take business trip abroad once in a while ?
Yes , you definitely will .
I guess not , huh .
Well , I ' m going to move out anyway . The new apartment has central air-conditioning .
You should have moved out long , long ago .
Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ...
So how can you stand the heat ?
Well , I open the windows and ... and I ' Ve got an electric fan ere . It helps a little .
I love the paint job !
If you like the outside , you are going to really love the inside .
What a beautiful home !
You ' ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new .
I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street .
Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it .
I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen .
The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom .
I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering !
Let ' s take a few pictures so that we can remember what we like about this home .
It's not just about the things that you learn , you know ... seminars are a really great opportunity to mingle and network with professionals in our industry from all over the nation . You can learn a few things , but more importantly , you rub shoulders with the business leaders and make contacts that could lead to potential sales or partnerships in the future . The social mixers are always more important than the seminars anyway .
I'm still not too jazzed about going ... I feel kind of awkward in those cocktail party situations .
Well , what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii ? Does that perk your interest ?
Now you're talking .
All right . But what was the trouble ?
My car run out of petrol .
Thank you . How much is the fare to that stop ?
One dollar .
How many stops are there ?
Two stops after this one .
Could you please tell me when we get there ?
Sure .
By the way , do I need a transfer again after No . 50 ?
No , a No . 50 will take you right there .
Yes , I have been busy emptying the packing boxes and cleaning up the mats . Right now , it looks like a home . I would like to have a small celebration party . Please do come .
Thank you for inviting me . Sounds lovely ! I would like to come . Where is your new apartment ?
It is in the DX community , Room 306 , No . 2 building . It is very easy to find . Just ask the guard at the entrance .
Who else will come ?
I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him .
Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ?
Yes , great . I am happy you are coming .
Much better than mine .
What are your hours ?
Mine aren't fixed . Sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift .
Oh , I'm so sorry to hear that . Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicines ?
As a matter of fact I have , The doctor said it'll go away after a day or two . He ' s prescribed me some tablets .
Are you feeling better ?
Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work .
Do you need anything , grocery ?
Oh , no , I'm fine . My refrigerator is piled up with food . But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read .
Sure , I'll get it for you . Books or magazines ?
I'd like both .
Really ? I hope to meet him soon .
What are you talking about ? How does it exploit people ?
Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
Good ! I'm interested in your advice .
If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
150 a month .
150 ? No , I'm not really interested in this place . It isn't big enough . It isn't near enough to my office .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
I must ask you to pick him out of a line-up .
That won't be a problem .
Look closely at the five men in this line-up .
I am looking .
Do you see the suspect ?
Yes . He's in the line-up .
What number is the suspect ?
Number four .
Thank you for all your help .
It was no problem at all .
Where do you want to go ?
I honestly have no idea .
You haven ' t thought about it ?
I like it here at PCC .
Why don ' t you just continue going to PCC ?
I like that idea .
It ' s a great school .
I completely agree .
So , have you made your decision yet ?
I ' m staying right where I ' m at .
Are they filed alphabetically ?
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Are you a medical or surgical case ?
I'm a medical case .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage . The problem is that , for me , each advantage has its own disadvantage .
What do you mean ?
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The two just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , but there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
Almost a week .
I think you've got a cold .
What should I do ?
I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days .
Thank you .
Is it on this floor ?
It's on the first floor , to the right of the main entrance .
Thank you .
Have a nice holiday !
You , too . Thanks for your help .
But what ?
But he is always talking big .
She just broke up with her boyfriend .
Well , that happens . I hope she is all right .
But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department . It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday .
That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case .
Well , Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work , easier set them done . But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup .
Sure . Anything to drink with that ?
A large coke , please .
Eating here or to go ?
Eating here , please .
That's 7 dollars and 25 cents . You can get free refills with your coke .
Profits are almost nonexistent now , we can't beat their price . How do they keep their price so low ?
We can try to lower our cost of production then . We need a price that we can compete with , something comparable with the competition .
You really think we can make it ? I don't have much faith in our ability to lower the price again . We're no match for them , the competition will beat us hands down .
What are you greatest strength ?
Honest , hardworking and responsible .
Does your present employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven ' t discussed my career plan with my present employer , but I am sure he will understand .
Oh , it costs too much . It's more expensive than the public school .
It's idea of my husband . He is always banging the drum for better schools .
But the private school don't amount to better schools .
That ' s right ! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest .
What does that mean ?
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
January would be a good month for a mountain retreat .
I like the mountain idea , but I am not so sure about the month of January .
You know , now that I think about it , you might be right .
April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements .
That is a good suggestion .
We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them .
Yeah , that would let us know what would work best .
I'll put the survey online this afternoon .
I came about your advertisement for a senior production planner .
What ' s your name ?
My name is Li Jean .
You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ?
Yes , seven years .
What degree do you have now ? :
Master of Marketing Management .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes . I worked at AB Company .
Why are you interested in the position ?
Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position .
All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ?
That's very good .
Yes , it is , busy today . We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend . Would you like to take a sit , and wait for a while , please ?
Ok , but how long I have to wait , it is going to be more than 30 minutes .
It should be around that , if you like , please for a free to read the magazine while you are wait .
Thank you .
Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr . Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you .
Ok , thanks .
Because I feel tired all the time , even when I wake up in the morning . I find it very difficult to do any work . I have no appetite .
How do you sleep ?
Very badly , doctor .
Are you worried about anything ?
Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake .
Well , there's nothing much wrong with you . You're under too much pressure .
I really appreciate that I would expect my secretary to be able to work independently and take over some of my ordinary responsibilities , such as answering routine correspondence , taking phone calls for me and sometimes assisting me with personal affairs .
Yes , I see . In my previous job , I did typing and filing everyday .
Have you had any experience as a guide ?
Well , not exactly , but I have shown some of my foreign friends around Beijing .
Once in a while we have visitors from abroad and I would like to be able to ask my secretary to take them shopping and sightseeing .
I think I would like that .
That ' s pretty chilly for the summer ! Will it rain on Saturday ?
Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast . Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding , especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls .
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather , but at least the sun will come out . I advise weekend travelers to be careful , especially while driving . Back to you , Mark .
Thanks John , and there you have it ! Looks like it ' s a weekend to stay at home !
I'm sorry , but I can't .
Did you need something ?
I need your help .
How may I help you ?
I need to find this newspaper article .
Have you checked the periodicals section yet ?
I forgot about that section .
If you ' d like , I can show you were to find it .
Could you do that ?
Follow me .
Thank you for all your help .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't .
Any cigarette , liquor ?
Yes , I have two cartons of cigarettes , one bottle of whisky .
What's this white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of these ? Let me taste it .
Yes , sir . Go ahead . Here you are .
Do you know about the Bucky Card ?
I've heard about it , but I don't really know about it .
The Bucky Card is a great way for you to save money while you have a good time here at school . It gives you discounts on all kinds of things . Movies , pizza , clothing , school supplies .
What about beer ?
The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer . But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges . So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee .
That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ?
Usually it's two dollars off the cover price .
And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ?
This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts . And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet . The Bucky Card has just started . Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program . It ' s a great way for students to save money !
Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet . Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time . And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ?
It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card .
Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper .
But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year .
Yeah , maybe . Alright . Give me an application form .
I'm very well , thank you . How are you ?
Very well too , thank you very much . Isn ' t it a lovely day ?
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
Well , apparently he had too much to drink and got into some kind of trouble . Typical , isn't it ?
Oh , no . What kind of trouble ?
Well , I don't know the details , but ...
Just for fun , not for showing . What do you worry about ?
Nothing . I have told you before that I won't go to the party and that's flat .
But ... OK .
Thank you .
Mr . Thomas will be here very soon . In the meantime , may I ask all of you to sign in so that I can issue your passes ?
Should each of us write separately ?
Yes , please . Please print your name and company name , and the person you are going to see .
Of course . Here you are .
Then , what's special tonight ?
Our seafood is fresh . I recommend shrimp with garlic .
All right . We'll have some seafood and vegetables .
I'll have whatever you're having .
OK . How about some spring rolls and squid balls , some pork skins , and some beer !
Well ... the beer sounds good !
Here you are .
What size of prints would you like to have ?
Regular will be fine . How long will it take ?
Only four hours .
Good . I'll come back in the evening .
Where do you want to be in five years ?
I want to be a manager .
Very good . Any questions ?
Nothing . I think I'll take the job .
Oh , we have quite a regular , cold perm , straight perm , pin curl and foam .
Last time I tried a pin curl perm and a foam permanent . Set the wave a little looser than usual , please .
There is a charge on my card that I didn't make .
Can you tell me what the charge was ?
It's for a purse that cost $ 350 .
Are you positive that you didn't buy the purse ?
I can't even afford a purse that expensive .
I'm very sorry . When was this purchase made ?
I was at work , but the purchase was made at 3
We're going to investigate this claim .
OK . Do I have to pay for this charge ?
You won't have to pay for anything .
We are on Nanjing Road , next to the theatre .
Right , I'll be right over .
Well , we have all kinds of sports shoes . Could you tell me what kind of sport you usually do ?
I just like jogging .
OK , then you can buy a pair of jogging shoes . Here are jogging shoes . Which pair do you like best ?
Er ... , that blue pair . I need size 43 , please .
Here you are . You can try them on .
Very comfortable . I'll take them .
Here is a present for you . I hope you like it .
Oh , great ! I love it ! You know I've been expecting this for a long time .
I'm very glad to hear that .
Come here ; let me introduce some friends to you .
Can I do anything else for you ?
I want to check these books out .
Is that all ?
That ' s all .
May I see your library card , please ?
It ' s right here .
Will that be all for today ?
Yes . That ' s it .
These are due back in two weeks .
All right . Have a good night .
The highest bungee spot in the world is located in Mount Kikicama , South Africa , which is 216 meters high . A cable car in a scenic spot in Switzerland is 160 meters high .
I know that Frenchmen installed the Bungee cord between two tall buildings .
It is said that Bungee was originally a grown-up ceremony of the indigenous people of New Guinea . People stood on branches of the tree , which was over 30 meters high . Their feet were fastened with canes and they jumped off from where they stood . When they almost reached the ground , they suddenly stopped to prove their bravery and express that they were able to endure the hardships of life independently .
Luckily there is no such kind of ' grown-up ceremony ' any more .
Oh , my dear , how can I forget such an important day ? I was just kidding . Look at this box .
What's in it ?
Have a guess .
A necklace ?
No .
I have no idea .
Open it now .
Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you !
You're welcome , honey . I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future .
I've tried it , but he would have none of it .
Would you please make it for a single person ?
Sorry , sir . We have never done that before .
We'll have to negotiate that . It's a possibility .
You miss me , don't you ?
Don't push your luck , Dave .
OK , I'm in . When do I start ?
As soon as you can get here . We'll be waiting for you .
Oh , fine . Let's take a look .
( She probed my teeth and checked my gums . ) Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We need to fill that cavity before it gets any worse and the crown needs to be refitted . Make an appointment for next week and I'll take care of them .
Okay , I'll do that , but my crown was just put on last year . Will my dental insurance cover the work ?
Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work .
Thanks , doctor .
But supposing your son killed like the fish , what do you think then ?
I'll beat him .
So beat the cat , but don't kill it .
My brother won a free trip and he's taking me .
You can't beat that .
Well , maybe not 100 percent . I did hear about some tricks people use .
Now we're getting to the truth .
There are shills . A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale .
See ? And I bet that's easy to do online . Everybody's anonymous .
Sorry , Mum , I'll lock it right away .
I've done it for you .
What was the weather like yesterday ?
It rained all day yesterday . The weather was awful last week .
What will the weather be like tomorrow ?
It's going to be sunny tomorrow .
How much is it all together ?
Let me see . 100 dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Sorry . You can only pay in cash .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you . Do you need the invoice ?
Yes . And can you pack the things up , please ?
Sure . I'll get right on it .
May I introduce myself ?
Yes .
I ' m a new student in the school . My name ' s John .
Nice to meet you , John .
It ' s a pleasure to meet you , Miss Green .
Oh .
Wait a second . He shoots , he scores !
All right !
Here comes Jordan , though .
Wow , Michael Jordan ' s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch .
Yeah . He ' s older , so he doesn ' t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ' s still amazing .
Which team do you think will win ?
The Lakers . Jordan is the only good player Washington has .
OK , here it is .
Let me take a look at this for you . May I have your driver's license , please ?
Here's my license and form .
You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ?
Yes , I know what to do .
The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout .
OK .
Thank you for joining the library ; we look forward to serving you .
Where are you planning on going ?
I fancy going to Tibet for a few days . Have you ever been there ?
I went a long time ago , before they built the new train that can take you there .
Would you recommend going there for a few days ?
Personally , I think it ' d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ' t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital .
You ' re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ?
It ' s a beautiful city , but I think it ' s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ?
I ' d like to get away from the big city life .
Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing .
I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ' t so far away .
Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ' s the phone number .
Thanks , I ' ll give them a call later .
How can you be optimistic ? You can see it in their eyes .
I find it there is no meaning in living this world .
Don't be that negative .
Really , life is so boring .
Gambling ? Where ?
Las Vegas . I find gambling relaxing . I don ' t take it seriously , the way some people do . Besides , I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town . The casinos never close , you know .
If you gamble all night , you ' ll run out of money in a few days .
Yes , here's my ticket and my driver's license .
Are these your bags ?
Yes , they are .
Have you been asked to carry anything for a stranger ?
No .
Have you maintained full control of your possessions while in the airport ?
Yes , I have .
Yes , I mean it .
But why ? Did I do anything wrong ?
No , we are just too different . This relationship isn't going anywhere .
Hey , come on . It's too early to say that . We can fix things .
I have thought about it for a long time . I think it's time to move on for both of us .
But I still love you .
I'm sorry .
I knew this would happen some day ...
Then why didn't you talk to me ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna ...
I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but let's try to forget that and be friends .
Have you made the decision yet ?
I think we'll be better off if we are apart .
Then shall we keep pure friendship ?
Sure , let's just be friends .
Yeah , it stretches over for thousands of miles .
I know . It's a major symbol of China .
Where can we climb it ?
Do we have any choices ?
Well , we could take the cable car .
Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think .
Okay . Let's go .
Well , that was tough .
But we made it .
This looks great . When was it built ?
It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago .
That's remarkable .
There are so many ancient relics in China .
So , what do you think about the place ? Are you glad that you moved in ?
It's great ! Unfortunately , we're going to spend a fortune doing everything up .
How old is the house then ?
It's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history !
Sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ?
It's just off of the ring road .
Do you have a big yard ?
It's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back .
Is your house well-lit ?
Oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house .
How many rooms does your house have ?
Right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest bedroom is ready , you should come and stay with us for a weekend .
I'd be up for that !
How's life going , Zhang Lin ?
Yes , the same as ever , thanks . What about you ?
Pretty good , thanks . I'm going to see my uncle .
Good bye then , and keep in touch .
Good bye .
It's just like listening to a language which you know nothing at all .
But you don't have such a problem as to pop songs .
Well , you can have it for eleven hundred -- as a friend .
I think seven hundred is enough .
What ? Seven hundred ?
Well , eight hundred , then ?
No , one thousand at least .
Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed !
You ' re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right .
Here you are , sucker !
Victory for me , I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday !
So , you also like Coffee ?
Yes , of course . I can't go through a day without coffee in the morning .
Me too , but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it , as it's not very healthy .
I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver .
But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction
I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory .
Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine !
Maybe you are right to some extent .
You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel .
Maybe I could have a try .
Yeah , I'm really into video games . In fact , all my friends are on the Internet . I've never met any of them in the real world .
Oh really ... well you must be very popular on the Internet . But it's true that it's nice to do some things in the comfort of your own home .
Are there any other cities where it's always hot ?
Many . Most of the cities in the southern part of the United States are hot all year .
But why do so many people live there ?
Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time .
Are there any cities where it rains a lot ?
Several . Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon .
Tell us about some cold cities .
In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter . Boston and Chicago are two of them .
Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ?
Oh , no . On the contrary , there are many beautiful days , especially in the spring and fall .
Yeah , that's a good idea . Let me try it .
Remember to match it with your glittering star-shaped necklace . Very attractive on formal occasions .
Do I look more mature in the highheel shoes ?
Sure , more elegant and taller .
I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color .
If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you .
Thank you .
Are you sure you're all right ? You look a bit worried today . Is anything wrong ?
Well , yes , there is something wrong actually . Perhaps you can give me some advice .
Of course , if I can .
Well , last night when I returned from the theatre , I found that I'd lost my wallet .
Oh dear ! That's terrible ! What was in your wallet ?
Well , some money . of course , my visa , all my identity cards and some photos .
Well , if were you , I'd go to the police station straight away and report it .
Yes , I've already done that , and they said they'd look for it . But we're leaving soon and I need my visa and identity cards badly .
Oh dear ! What a pity ! Are you sure you lost the wallet in the theatre ?
Yes , quite sure .
I think you should put an advertisement in the China Daily , saying when and where you lost it .
But that takes too long .
Wait a minute ! My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to the theatre . I'll telephone him and ask him to go there to inquire about it . You'd better have breakfast now and I'll meet you later .
If you are free , maybe you can get having for my birthday party , it should be fun .
Sounds great , i ' d very much like having something thanks , when ?
Around six pm .
Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating .
No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer .
Ok , I will see you again .
Great . I have a good day , thanks again for the offer .
May I have your name , please ?
Michael .
OK , Sir . We will arrange it for you .
No wonder ! I'd be unhappy , too .
who ' s it about ?
it ' s about bob Dylan .
who is he ?
he ' s a famous American musician .
who ' s the author ?
it was written by Howard sounds .
what do you think about it ?
it ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot form reading it .
can I read it when you ' re done ?
sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
how many chapters does the book have ?
there are 15 chapters in total .
when do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
thanks . Charlie !
no problem . Bob .
I think I forgot it in the car .
You need to give me your ID and $ 27 .
I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now .
Go get it .
Here you go .
All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out .
May I borrow your pen ?
Here's a pen for you .
Thanks for your help .
You need to turn that in at Window B .
Here you are .
Please endorse it first . Do you have identification ?
Yes , here is my ID card .
Thanks . I appreciate the hand . I ' d have to make two or three trips on my own .
Don ' mention it . I ' m glad to help .
Sorry , your friend over there ordered fried eggs , and I gave you his by mistake .
Oh yeah . Here , I will just trade with him .
Here are your pancakes , madam .
But I ordered waffles !
Oh , I am so sorry !
That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back .
Good , sir . I will take care of that right away .
Thank you so much !
Can I see Mr . Cooper , your manager now ?
Let me see if he is free . Would you please sit down and wait for a moment ?
All right .
The manager will come to see you in a few minutes .
Thanks a lot , Mrs . White .
You are welcome .
We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better . We don ' t sacrifice quality for quick profits .
Well , we ' re really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want .
That ' s great . I ' m glad we ' ll be able to do business together . I ' ll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . Also , would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor ' s report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
Is this the latest edition ?
Yes . We have both the paperback and the hardcover .
What's the difference ?
The hardcover is more expensive .
Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please ,
Oh , I see . Thank you .
Sure .
Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ' re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ' re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week .
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text it to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
An impressive officer is vital to the image projected by the company .
There are people everywhere . What's that girl doing ?
She is dealing with customers and driving up new business . The guy next to her is in charge of their office computer network .
And what about that man there ?
He is our accountant .
I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees .
Indeed , they are . Keeping staff happy is the only way to keep them with the company .
Why is that ? It is called real art .
Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves .
Yeah , that makes sense .
Yeah , I've been out of town .
So how have you been ?
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Why didn't I think of that ?
Many of my friends shop at outlets .
Thanks . That is a good suggestion .
I'm only too happy to help .
Why ? What happened ?
Well . Mary had promised to be my date , but she stood me up . I waited for her for a full hour in the cold wind .
What about the party ?
It was boring . The music was too slow and the food was lousy and , above all , I was really sick of the same old crowd all the time .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn ' t wait to get out of there .
April fool !
April the first is coming . Be careful !
Is it far ?
No . It's only a five-minute walk . You can't miss it .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
why don't you turn off the TV and get outside ? You need to get some fresh air .
I know , I know . But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes . It's the series finals , and I wouldn't miss it for the world !
Really ? What's the series about ?
well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it .
it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth .
I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results .
really ? that's interesting !
yeah . Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good .
OK , I'll give it a go .
The point is that she has been persuading me to lose weight too .
Well , it's a good thing for you .
Good ? Yes , it's good for her but not for me . You see , she tells me that I'll feel better about myself if I slim down . She keeps giving me newspaper clippings about the latest miracle diet and insists that I join a health club , as she has .
So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ?
I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food .
junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat .
But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous .
Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it .
Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring .
Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit .
Well , that sounds better than giving it up .
have you filled out an application form ?
yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ?
yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
that's very convenient .
it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
the maximum is $ 1000 .
is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
thank you very much .
you're welcome .
Oh , what happened , Carole ?
I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get to class .
Will it take me long to get there ?
Well , it's about fifteen minutes ' walk .
Which bus goes there ?
You may take a No . 34 bus . And the subway can also take you there .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
I'm thinking of taking you and Peter swimming . What do you think ?
Dad ! It's cold now !
But swimming in the winter is good for your body . Believe me .
Sure . Can I get to the central department stall this way ?
uh ... Yes . Turn right , then take the second turning on your left .
Is it far ?
It ' s about fifteen minutes ' walk . That ' s all .
And do you know where the national bank is ?
Yes . It ' s on this street . Keep walking for two blocks and it ' s on the corner on the right .
Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Good luck .
Thank you . I won ' t miss it .
OK , I'd like to try it today .
Thank you . I'd tike to buy some milk powder for my baby . Is there anything that you can recommend for me ?
Well , how old is your baby ?
No more than three .
The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand .
How about its quality ?
You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum .
OK , what is this ?
It is feeding-bottle as the free gift .
It is thoughtful . I will take it .
If he doesn't change his attitude toward work , I don't think a new job can make any difference .
How would you like your hair cut ?
I'm not sure . What do you suggest ?
Well , how about like this ?
I don't like it . It's outdated .
Okay . How about this style ?
It seems a little too wild .
Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ?
I want a haircut just like that kind .
OK , I see .
Well , you do still have three weeks . But remember the employee must sign them , too . Filling them in is nothing - it's meetingwith the employees that takes so much time .
I never know how to rate the employees ' work . Of course attendance and productivity are easy , I just look at the sales figures .
So it's the subjective criteria like team building and colleague support that you find hard ?
Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ?
I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion
Great idea . And after all , that's the whole point of an evaluation . I almost can't wait to give it a try .
I'm sorry . I don't know .
I'll measure you . . . You take size 6 . What colour hat would you like ?
Brown , please .
Here are some nice brown hats . Try this hat on . It ' s a very good one .
Yes , I like this one . It goes very well with my coat . How much is it ?
It's $ 9 . 95 . Do you want me to put it in a box ?
That's right . The bus tour is really efficient and cheap .
What time does the next bus leave ?
9 : OO . Don't worry , Miss , we have buses every 15 minutes .
Oh . What about Saturday ? Are you free then ?
Saturday my parents are coming to town . What's up ?
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No . Did you want to go do something ?
Yes ! Yes ! I want to take you to dinner .
Oh ! That sounds great ! How about six o'clock ?
It must be dreadful to grow old .
Yeah . He has no one to count on .
Let me see , oh it's a sunny day . You will have a nice trip tomorrow .
I hope so . Thank you .
Just fine , thank you . How ' s your father today ?
He's much better today .
I'm glad to hear that . Bye .
See you later .
You're so kind .
Are bananas on sale today ?
Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person .
Oh , that's exciting . What's this guy like ? Is he hot ?
Well , I ddin't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Uh , I'm not sure . Are these all in good condition ?
Absolutely . I bought them from the King's estate myself ! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks .
I don't really need five .
OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer .
Oh , why not ? I'll take ' em .
Sure . Here you are .
Thank you so much . Have you got a credit card , Mr . Sandals ?
I sure do . How about American Express ?
Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA .
No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA .
Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ?
Yeah , that'll be fine .
That's great . This is your key , sir . If you need anything at all , anytime , just dial zero .
Around 8: 30 p . m .
May I have your name please , sir ?
Yes , Anthony Fox .
Mr . Fox , we'll hold the table for you for ten minutes . Please be sure to arrive before 8: 40 .
Oh , no wonder you're so respectful to her .
Yeah . It was so easy and super-fast , once I figured it out .
That's the beauty of it , and the danger .
I should get the items within a week . But in the meantime I'm bidding on a digital video camera .
How much ?
Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months .
Mmmm , sounds like risky business . Good luck .
Here you go . Is there a minimum amount I need to pay in ?
Yes , there needs to be at least 1 RIB paid in to open a new account . Also , you will need to choose a secret identity code to ensure no one else can enter your account .
OK , how long does it need to be ? I'm not very good with remembering long numbers .
Just 6 digits .
Could you possibly give me a lift home ?
All right .
Are you sure ? I don't want to inconvenience you .
No problem . I'd be happy to .
Thanks . I really appreciate it . Thanks so much .
I see .
Can I give her a message for you ?
Yes , please tell her I stopped by .
And your name , please ?
Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ?
Certainly .
Definitely . I heard Beijing was experiencing seven degree strong winds ! That is nearly a record high !
No way ! I don't think I've ever encountered winds that strong ! Are the storms affecting land and air transportation ?
Absolutely ! I don't think any planes are going anywhere . The sand being blown around has cut visibility in Beijing to less than 100 meters . But inseems Gansu Province is being hit the hardest .
That's exactly where I was planning to go !
Well , this storm originated in the plateaus in northwest China . At the moment , that area is calmer .
Why can't you ?
Because I have other obligations .
Her father is dying .
Oh , that ' s very sad .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
Yeah . They promised to stick together forever when they were young .
They have made it . Will our love last 50 years ?
I don ' t know .
OK , do you have the relevant materials ?
Yes , yes , we do . Right here .
Right . You have a choice of account , we provide USD , HAD , JOY and GAP accounts . Which do you want to go for ?
We will go for the US dollar account .
OK , I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted .
My paycheck seems to be smaller than the one I received last week .
What about income ? Did you make any money during that period ?
My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period .
When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ?
Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form .
What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away .
I am not going to show any income from now on then .
I wouldn ' t do that if I were you . There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements .
I see . Are there any seat available ?
Just a moment please . Yes . You can have a seat .
Good . How much is it when we take it ?
It thirty-eight dollars .
All right . Here ' s forty dollars .
Here ' s your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate No . 2 please .
Thank you very much .
Don ' t mention it .
9:45 , please . We want a table next to the window .
I am sorry , sir . We are booked until 9:10 .
In that case , please help us reserve a table for 4 at 9:00 .
How could I ever forget ? I even bought you roses because I love you .
They are so beautiful . I love them , and I love you too .
You are more beautiful than the roses .
I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married .
Yes , we are match made in heaven .
I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are .
Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too .
Yes we did .
I love you , happy anniversary .
I love you , happy anniversary .
You should study before you take it .
I have been studying .
Why don't you take the test ?
Do you know if it costs any money to take it ?
Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again .
All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ?
No , the test skips a lot of things in the book .
Did you pass it the first time that you took it ?
No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard .
Well , I hope that I do well .
it ' s a great opportunity . You should be happy with the offer .
but my mother won ' t allow me to accept any part-time job . I ' m afraid she will say no again .
why ? It ' s unfair . You can learn a lot from it .
she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ' t be able to focus on my studys .
that may be true . But I ' m sure you ' re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ?
I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ' m a senior now , I don ' t want to miss the chance this time .
I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind .
I ' ll try , but what if she insists ?
just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job .
do you think it will work ?
sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try .
ok , I ' ll do that . Thank you , Iris .
sure . Good luck , Maria !
Which country do you want to go to ?
My field is electronic engineering . Which country do you think I should go ?
Were I in your position , I ' d go to America .
Which university should I apply to ?
There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper .
Oh , I see . Thank you very much .
Oh , good . Transfer , please .
Sure .
Please let me know when we get there .
It sounds like you're from out of town .
As a matter of fact , I'm from Taiwan .
I'm sure you'll like Fisherman's Wharf . It's a popular tourist spot . Be sure to try the seafood there .
I will . Thanks .
I love it when the weather is like this . Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch ?
That sounds like a good idea . The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado ; but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
Small world , isn't it ?
Yes , I haven't seen you for four years . How time flies !
What ! With who ?
That girl in my econ class . She is so hot .
Did you guys go on a date already ?
No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love .
Does she have a boyfriend ?
I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy .
Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date .
I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then .
So why do you think you're in love ?
She's the only thing I can think of all day long .
That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week .
Aright . I'll talk to you later .
I really like the house and will pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars .
We want to leave ourselves some bargaining room . Let ' s offer three hundred and twenty thousand dollars .
That sounds good , but I don ' t want this house to get away from me .
The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one .
When will we know if they accept the offer ?
The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days .
Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ?
You are already pre-qualified for your loan , so you are in good shape .
Oh , really ? And you are from the State , right ?
Well , I am from Canada . Actually .
Oh , I am so sorry .
That ' ok . That's happens all the time .
No , I don't . What do they say about office romances ?
They say you shouldn't mix love and work .
That's silly . What I do on my own time is no one else ' s business . Besides , it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here .
You ' Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me .
People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact .
That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity .
If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other .
You are sounding like we are already married .
Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry .
Well , I don't feel right about it .
I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime .
Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ?
I like company .
Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus !
What can I say ? I am a passionate guy .
Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about .
You want to go out with me and you know it .
In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do .
Ok , I get the message . Hey , do you have any sisters ?
The price tag says $ 99 . 99 .
Yes , miss , but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland .
Oh , of course . How silly of me to forget .
No problem . How would you like to pay for these ?
I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are .
$ 110 . 00 , your change is $ 5 . 01 . Thanks very much .
Thank you .
Yes , it has a built-in modem . You just plug a phone line into the back of the computer .
How about the monitor ?
A 15 - inch monitor is included in the deal . If you want , you can switch it for a 17 - inch monitor , for a little more money .
That's okay . A 15 - inch is good enough . All right , I'll take it .
What about some drink ?
Please bring me a cup of coffee .
Well , your time has been well spent !
It also helps that I have strong team members , such as yourself . You really know your stuff !
Thanks , but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing !
What do you mean ? It's a scrim .
Not to me , I wouldn't be caught dead in that .
I love that kind of stuff .
Yeah , you seem to like those styles .
Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk .
This one looks really expensive though .
I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it .
Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke .
I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week .
Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary .
Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ?
Just joking , T . I've got some wonderful clothes . Let's go and have a close look at your outfit .
Ah ha ! I caught you . Just let me peek . I won't tell anyone .
You can't peek ! This is a surprise .
How about one little hint ?
Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree .
That's a very good hint .
And please shut the door and lock it behind you !
Then what shall we do ?
Call the police .
All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers .
Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ' s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
I called the electronics shop to find out what time they close , and it took me twenty minutes to get what I wanted !
Twenty minutes just to find out what their business hours are ?
yes . They have some sort of digital receptionist . So when I called in , a machine told me to push a button for the department I wanted to be transferred to .
Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person . What did you do ?
I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information .
Couldn ' d you choose to be transferred to a real person ?
Eventually I did get to a real person . I found out the closing time , but by then the store had already closed !
Mom called just now saying that she and Dad will be back later . Do you want to speak to them on phone ?
No . You can never count on the grown-ups when there is something .
Whatever . Have a drink of water .
Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already .
Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit .
Do we ? Where is it ?
Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it .
Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on .
Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no !
What's the new strike ?
Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration .
Poor me !
A chinese girl have broken the world record in the Olympic Games
That's incredible . I cann't believe it .
You have to . It's sure .
How amazing !
How much is it a pound ?
One pound and fifty pence a pound .
Good . I'll get three pounds of it .
Here it is . Four pounds and fifty pence in all .
May I have your name , please ?
My name is Jenny Clinton .
I see . Wait for a moment please . I am sorry , Mrs . Clinton , but the remittance doesn't appear to have arrived yet .
Really ? It should have arrived . It was sent a week ago .
If the money was sent by cable , it would have taken about one or two days . But if it was sent by airmail , it would take at least one week .
Well , then I'll come again the day after tomorrow .
Or would you like us to phone you when the money arrives ?
That would be very kind of you .
Could you please tell me your phone number , so we'll give you a ring as soon as the remittance has arrived ?
The phone number is 328 6765 extension 105 .
Thank you . We'll inform you in time . Goodbye .
Fine , thank you . And you ?
Fine , thanks . I ' ll have a party next Sunday at home . I ' m calling to ask whether you can come or not .
Oh , how wonderful . I ' ll be glad to .
Okay , now you are a famous star .
Hum , don ' t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me .
What ' s wrong with you ?
I ' ll tell you at the party .
Okay .
Do I have to have a computer at home ?
There are computers at our EDD offices for you to use in your job search .
Do you have any other services available ?
We have information available about the job market as well as workshops .
What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ?
We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few .
Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ?
College job placement services can help .
At sight of course .
Some customers demand that 80 % of the credit amount be paid at sight , and the rest be paid after the machines are proved satisfactory on trial .
I am afraid that can't be done . We have never done business on such terms .
But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight .
We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 .
That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation .
Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers .
If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full .
Thank you . I am glad we have come to an agreement at last .
I want to apologize . Is there anything can do for you ?
It really doesn't matter at all . I never did like it anyway .
Yes , their new album just came out last week . It is number one on the billboard .
I really love their dancing . They are all excellent dancers .
The lyrics of the new song are beautiful , too . Can you sing ?
Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now .
Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ?
Why not ?
Parker .
Oh , Parker with a P ?
Yes , with a P .
Er ... I ' m Barker .
Barker ? With a B . Of course .
Yes , with a B .
Won ' t you come in , Mr . Barker ?
Thank you , Mr . Parker .
I see . The chef is so skillful with his knife .
absolutely . It is said that they serve 3,000 ducks every day .
incredible . By the way , what are these in the plates ?
oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one .
thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste .
Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy .
oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ?
certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique
it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great .
Yes , Amy , please have some more .
I ' Ve read your application materials with interest . Now I want to ask you a few questions , if you don ' t mind .
As you please . I ' m ready .
The first is why you choose our company ?
I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ' m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement .
Why do you want to quit your present company ?
Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting .
Well , when do you think you can come over to work ?
One week after I have submitted my resignation paper .
When you start to work , I ' ll give you $ 3,000 a month .
Thank you , sir .
Until Monday or Tuesday next week .
No problem .
Do we need to book a table in advance ?
No need for that . It's not usually busy on weekdays .
What time shall we go ?
Why not now ? I'm hungry .
Yeah , that is very important .
Secondly , you need to create a good image in a limited time .
I will try my best to make a good impression , but it is always easier said that done .
I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ' s more , try to avoid a too causal style .
Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ?
You ' d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes .
I've got it . I think I will wear a white shirt with a tie . Thank you for your suggestions .
I don't know what I want to eat .
Well , do you want burgers , Chinese food , or Mexican food ?
Chinese food sounds good .
Where are you going to get it from ?
I haven't the slightest idea .
I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express .
You like Panda Express ?
The food there is actually pretty good .
Maybe I'll go there then .
You should . I know you'll like it .
It is . Hurry up ! You ' ll be late for school .
What ' s the time ?
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
( And here is the seven o ' clock news ) It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Are you OK today ?
Quite good except thinking of you so much .
So do I . You are a beautiful flower in my mind .
It's called love is blind , I think .
Yes . If we don't have the facilities to deal with it here , we send it out for maintenance .
Is that more expensive ?
It depends on the job . It's actually more cost-effective than buying specialist equipment that we don't use very often .
I'm afraid the line is busy at the moment . Just hold on , please .
Then , will you try extension 235 ?
Certainty , sir .
We only need to verify your information against our records .
OK .
Please show me your passport and Residence Permit .
Here you are .
How long have you been living here ?
Two years .
May I know your occupation ?
I'm a professor at a university .
Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ?
I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes .
Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time .
I'm sorry . We can not regulate the air-conditioner . As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation , and the temperature here will drop . Let me get a wet towel for you at the moment .
Good idea .
Your wet towel , sir .
Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ?
Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ?
Orange juice , please .
Would you like some ice in your drink ?
Yes .
How much would you like ?
One or two cubes will be OK .
Here you are , sir .
I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you .
It's my pleasure .
Please accept this tip .
That's an interesting combination . How about western movies ?
Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for .
Why don't you like horror ? They're entertaining .
Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious .
Ha ha . I know what you mean . But it's just a movie . They need for the characters to do that .
But if the sunshine is too strong , it might damage the eyes and the skin .
You can put on your shades . And remember don't make your skin look like a tomato . Or else after that your skin will begin to flake off . You may even wind up with skin cancer .
I see . Overdoing it will do more harm than good .
You said it .
That's the cutest little doll I've ever seen in my life !
Chill out . It's just Kenny from South Park .
What park ? You found a doll in a park ? Gross !
South Park is a popular cartoon . You're so out of it , Jen
Well , don't blame me ! I never get a chance to watch TV .
My computer won't turn on .
Did you see if all the connections are right ?
I'm not sure I understand what you mean .
The connections between your CPU and your outlet .
Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ?
If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on .
I had no idea .
Why don't you try it and see what happens ?
I'll try it right now .
Let me know if that doesn't work .
Can you give him a call on his mobile ?
Sure .
It ' s all right .
I was caught in the heavy rain , or I would have come earlier . I am sorry I kept you waiting .
I was in a comfortable place , so really , it ' s no problem . I am happy to see you . Did the rain hold you up long ?
Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up .
I totally understand .
I'm glad to hear it .
Me too , they're such a nice couple .
I am calling to impart the news that you are supposed to have an interview .
There is too much static on the line .
I said that you are supposed to have an interview .
Pardon ? I can hardly hear you . I will call you later .
I know what you mean . What can I get for you ?
Give me a screwdriver on the rocks .
One screwdriver , coming right up . ( He mixes the drink . ) Here you are , sir .
Thanks .
An average ten hours or more a day according to a survey , the worst thing is that the employees get no pay for that .
You are kidding me ? It is against the labor law . They should be aware of their rights .
But these people say nothing about that . They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days .
That ' s not right , somebody should do something .
I'm calling to see if you have made your decision . You are the right person we are seeking for .
Yes , I have decided to work with your company .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It's my honor to be one member of your company . I'd like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
I would like to leave a few minutes early today . Would that be all right ?
That ' s fine , as long as you can get that report typed up before you leave .
Yeah , I think so .
What are you going to get ?
I'm not sure what we need .
Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator .
Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ?
Just get the basics .
Like what ?
You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread .
Just go and make a list for me , please .
Fine , I'll go do that for you .
What can I do for you ?
I would like to cancel a check .
Is there a problem ?
I wrote the check out for too much .
How much did you write it out for ?
I wrote it out for $ 150 .
How much was it supposed to be ?
It was supposed to be for $ 100 .
I ' ll cancel that check for you .
I really appreciate your help .
I don ' t like her husband , that bad egg , but my daughter insists on marrying him .
She is a grow-up . She can make her own decision .
I wish she wouldn ' t regret for her decision .
I said I like pop music very much . It ' s so lovely .
Is it ?
I need to look for a new bedroom set .
Where are you going to go look for one ?
I have absolutely no idea .
You don't know where you want to look for one ?
No , I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets .
Do you want to know where I got mine from ?
Yes , because I love yours .
I purchased mine from IKEA .
Is IKEA affordable ?
Not at all , but you get what you pay for .
You ' Ve had over a month to get this finalized ! Why are things delayed ?
Well , the thing is , we ran into a lot of problems . . .
I ' m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time !
I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ' t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures .
I ' m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP !
Thank you very much , Mr . Parker . But , that is my job .
Well , I want to let your boss know that she ' d better hold on to you ! You ' re a hard worker !
I ' m so thirsty .
Are you ? I thought you had something to drink at her home .
No . Edith didn ' t give anything to drink .
I ' ll buy you a drink .
Oh ! Thank you .
Have you ever heard of a movie rental company called Netflix ? They send the movies directly to your house in the mail .
Really ? That's great ! I'm going to try that next time .
Yeah , but I wish they delivered video games too . Then I would never leave my house !
What classes do you plan on taking ?
I really want to take the communication class , but I don't know if it will be available .
Is that class really that popular ?
Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered .
What other classes are you going to take ?
I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing .
I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad .
Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from .
I had Professor Mahoney .
Is he an easy grader ?
I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair .
Do you mind if I ask you what you got ?
Not at all . I got a 3 . 8 .
Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ?
I got a 4 . 0 in that class .
Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3 . 1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder .
It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade .
Oh . That helps . Thanks .
What would you like , sir ?
One orange juice , scrambled eggs with bacon , toast and coffee .
It will take about 20 minutes , sir . Is that all right ?
Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ?
Of course , sir .
What counts the most ?
Actually I look at all of it and let's not forget class participation .
Do you grade on a curve or use percentages ?
Homework , attendance , and quizzes are sixty percent ; the mid-term and final are worth twenty percent each .
What if we miss something ?
I will allow one unexcused absence ; after that you need to contact me ahead of time .
Will you tell us if we are failing during the year ?
You will be able to track your progress during the year .
I have a big date tonight .
You have got a car , haven ' t you ?
Oh , please . Only once lend your new car to me .
For suspicion of driving under influence .
Oh . I am not his fan .
Yes , I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now . It took me almost one minute to open it . Then there is no response to any click .
I have the same question . I can ' t send out mails . We ' d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately .
Ok .
Thank you very much .
It is not your mother finding one for you ?
I will find one myself , of course . I ' m a modern girl .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications .
Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
I think sound is even more important ! Guns , bombs , sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting !
You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose .
In my book , all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up .
Enough ! If we don't finish the game , there won't be time for any movies tonight !
Nice to meet you , too .
Please come in .
Here is a little gift for your family . It's a calendar with all the community events on it . I hope it can be helpful .
I really appreciate it .
Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me .
I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before .
Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong .
Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ?
Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to .
That's terrific !
By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there .
Yeah , and we can get to know each other at the party .
My mother-in-law just went into the hospital in L . A . Hank and I will be flying there tonight .
I'm sorry to hear it . What's wrong with her ?
Doctors aren't sure yet . But the real problem is Suzy . She has a bad cold , and we don't want to take her with us . But we don't know who can stay with her .
You need a babysitter .
Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight . Maybe even for two nights .
I could have Suzy stay at my place .
I don't want to do that to you , Karen .
Why not ?
Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days .
I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston . She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely .
I'd like to talk with her . This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight .
I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible .
I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it . But I'd rather have someone a little older .
I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself .
Great . Then call me and let me know if she's free .
You don ' t like this sort of exercise ?
I ' m not interested in it . Are you keen on it ?
Yes , that ' s funny . I thought you liked it .
I hate it .
Never mind . It ' ll be over in 10 minutes .
It ' s the worst thing I ' Ve ever tried .
What are you shopping for ?
Some new clothes . How about you ?
Same here .
Have you found anything nice yet ?
I found a few pairs of pants .
Where'd you get those ?
I found them at Pennies .
Those are really cute .
Do you want me to show you where I found them ?
I would like that . Thank you .
I graduated from the Beijing Foreign Studies University . My major is English Translation and Interpretation .
It sounds great . I will arrange an interview tomorrow . Can you come tomorrow ?
Yes , I can . Thank you so much .
A single , preferably with a bath .
How long do you intend to stay ?
For four days or so .
We have one single room on the fifth floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise .
It's very quiet , sir .
How much does it cost per day ?
It's 150 yuan per day including a 10 % service charge .
All right . I'll take the room .
Would you please fill in the registration form ?
OK .
As a hotel policy , we require one day's room charge as a deposit for guests without reservation .
No problem . Here you are .
Your room number is 505 . This is your key . The bellboy will help you with the baggage .
Well . I was just wondering if you would come by and give me a hand with the fliers for next week ' s party .
I ' m sorry , Melissa . I really can ' t today . I ' Ve just got too much going on . Maybe tomorrow .
What's up ? You look unhappy .
Nothing . I just feel very lonely in this city . I miss my family .
Oh , I know . Sometimes I have the same feeling with you . But you'd better not be so emotional .
Can you stay and accompany me for a while ?
Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on .
Thank you so much . You are so sweet .
Not at all . We are friends .
They are supposed to say trick or treat ? Then the neighbors are supposed to hand up the candy .
That's kind of cool . But what's the trick mean ?
Usually it's the older kids going around playing Halloween , like punching the pumpkins left outside people's doors or - - someone's tree . They usually do it late at night after little kids go
That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night .
Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too .
That does sound a lot of fun .
Many people are striving for going abroad nowadays . It seems to be a trend .
I'm one of them .
what ?
I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people . I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China , but ...
what is it ?
some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others .
that makes you feel uncomfortable ?
yeah . we never do that in a public office .
perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy .
i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding .
well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus .
just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ?
yeah .
Oh , I'm shocked .
I want to go camping , you know , just get a way for the weekend . I'm not sure I'll be able to , though .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
I overcooked the corn .
That's okay . I like it better that way anyway .
I am working . I often work late on Thursdays . I am busy this week .
Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ?
Tomorrow ? No , I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to . I'm going out of the town on business .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment ! It will be the 21st of May . Oh , dear . Arm ... I promised my aunt I would be at her birthday party .
What do you say to next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let's make it next Wednesday .
Ok . Bye .
Bye .
I've asked him , but he won't tell me . What should we do about this ? He is like you . I remember when we were at the college , you always skipped classes .
Like me ? But you see I am so successful now . And if he is really like me , he will be more successful than me in the future .
Stop , stop ... We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study . Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school .
Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work .
In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ?
That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ?
That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school . So now I am much more clever than you .
Would you please have a look at the table ? I think this one fits you .
It's interesting . I think I will take the bus tour . By the way , what about the lodging ?
We will lodge at the indigenes ' houses . It's interesting .
Definitely , but if you had to pinpoint one weakness what would it be ?
Well as I mentioned before , I do tend to get frustrated if I don ' t see progress in my work or career . I suppose I ' m quite a restless character . My father always taught me to be a high achiever .
So would you say if things don ' t go your way at work it could easily get you down ?
Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ' m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon .
Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ' s true . Okay , well let ' s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ?
Yes , please .
Not me . I like to throw back what I catch .
If it's within the legal limit , I prefer to keep it .
No ! Christmas without him is bad enough . So , honey , do you have cold feet yet ?
Yeah , especially since Jack didn't take care of the plane reservations .
You're not coming ?
Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ?
I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 .
Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ?
We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd .
I'm sorry , Mom .
Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas .
Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you .
I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best .
I know . Goodnight .
Yes , please give him some water .
Certainly .
And do you have any medicine for air sickness ?
Well , yes . I ' ll give him the medicine too .
I ' ll appreciate your help
How do you like this pattern ? The pink suits you well .
Will it wash well and the color won't fade ?
It's of good quality .
oh , really . That is great news . What does he look like ?
he is tall and slim , fair-haired .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills .
I am looking for a growth opportunity , which I feel is not available at my current employer . In terms of skills , I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating systems .
Where do you see yourself five years from now ?
I see myself in a management position .
I want to work in a restaurant .
Fine ! Will you need part-time or full-time work ?
I want to work part-time .
Fine , the two best ways are to use our local listings binders over there or you can use the computers with the Internet job listing sites . See them over there ?
Yes , I know what to do .
Well , in addition , you can schedule an appointment with a job counselor on this list . If you would like to do that , sign here , OK ?
Yes , I think that would be great .
Fine , well the job search tools are all here for you to use . Feel free to look around and use what works best for you . Have fun with it !
I am . Don ' t worry about getting your wallet . It ' s my treat .
This is a first ! You must have won the lottery .
I'm concerned about the possible jolting , squeezing and collision that may take place when these cases are moved about .
Well , what I can tell you is this . We've got an excellent record on making deliveries to our customers . Besides , all our cartons are lined with shockproof cardboards and are wrapped up with polyethylene sheets . So they're not only shockproof but also dampproof .
In that case , I guess I can rest assured .
Well , I guess you can say that . The safety of packing is something we always pay a lot of attention to . Especially for those fragile commodities , we've got to be extra careful . Otherwise , if the things we don't want to see happened , we would be responsible and that'll cause you a lot of inconvenience , too .
You're right . But wouldn't it be safer to use wooden cases ?
We sure can if you want us to , but the charge will be much higher .
It wouldn't be worth the trouble in that case , would it ? Let's still use cartons .
Sure , no problem . As I said , cartons are good enough for goods like this . You don't have to worry about it .
I guess it ' s formal .
Then , you should dress well .
That ' s right .
I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you .
You are smart .
Of course , the sports shoes don ' t go with the formal occasions .
You are right . What kind of shoes should I wear ?
The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers .
Good idea . Oh , by the way , would you please pick me up after the party , honey ?
It ' ll be too late ; you ' d better take a taxi .
OK .
No . There's makeup remover for waterproof mascara .
Is it dry yet ?
Yep . See how long and curly my lashes are ?
They look fake .
Thanks !
what happened ? You look so pale .
It's the end of the world for me .
What makes you say that ?
Today , I'm told I failed three courses .
Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term .
I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me .
Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine .
I hope so .
Could you please look over these resumes ? They ' Ve just come in .
All right , fine . Thank you , William .
A single ?
No . I need a double and three triples . My family is waiting for me in the car .
Please fill out this form , sir .
Ok ... Here you are .
Here are your keys . Check out time is noon .
Is breakfast included ?
No .
Congratulations ! Let's get together sometime .
Great idea .
Well , I am worried to death right now ! There is still no news from the company for me .
Let it be ! Time will tell .
Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result . Let me check my mail-box again .
Well , I've got to stop and get gas in the car , first .
That won't take long .
Well , it won't if there no line at the pump .
Well , I'm not quite ready .
I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you !
You wouldn't do a thing like that !
Oh , yes , I would !
Can you tell me when we are arriving ?
Let me see ... at 6:15 am local time tomorrow .
Gotcha .
And that will be 10:15 pm Tokyo time .
Thank you . I am Fred , coming from Future Clothes Company . I've brought some catalogues of our new series of the summer clothes . I wonder if your manager would like to have a look at them .
Of course , he would . Would you leave them with me ?
We are suppliers of the summer clothes of various styles and colors . I think you will be interested in some of our new products . We always keep the pace of the clothes fashion , so as to catch the interest of our customers .
We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want .
As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications .
How long would it take you to deliver the orders ?
Two months at most .
Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ?
Yes , of course , here you are . The prices are subject to our confirmation .
that's the Return of the King , right ?
yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ?
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
no . did you ?
yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Oh , hi . I was just watching TV .
There's nothing to watch right now .
I know . I was watching a re-run . I have nothing to do and I was bored .
Me too . Let's get together and do something .
I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ?
Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow .
Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny .
That's great . We can do something outdoors then .
Are there any special events going on tomorrow ?
Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow .
Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out .
Do you know what time it starts ?
It starts at one PM .
Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there .
Perfect . I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty .
Is there anything I should do ?
No , nothing . It's thoughtful of you to call me again .
Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions .
OK , I will .
Would you care for a drink before you order ?
A glass of Qingdao beer .
Yes , sir . I'll bring it over . Have you decided what you'd like , sir ?
Will you make some recommendation ?
It's different in my case . I work in the office , so only rarely do I get the chance to get any sun .
It might be good to you . But please keep in mind that too much tanning damages the skin rather than does any good to you . You might end up with skin cancer .
thank you very much . My name is Ashlan . It's nice to meet you .
Carson . It's nice to mee you , too .
the weather is so warm for December , don't you think ?
it is unusually warm . I blame it on global warming .
global warming is wreaking havoc everywhere .
so sure . Are you from around here ?
no . I'm new here . I just moved here a few months ago .
where are you from ?
I'm from China . What about you ?
I am from Texas . I was in China once , but it was a long time ago .
did you enjoy it ?
I did . I especially liked the food . What do you think about the food here ?
it's very different from Chinese food , but I am getting used to it .
Is that the Da Vinci Code that you've got there ?
yes , have you read it ?
no , but I saw the movie . What do you think about it ?
well , to be honest , I've only gotten though 10 pages of it . So far , though , it's interesting .
well , this is my stop . it was nice talking with you .
likewise . Bye !
I didn't know you were scared of heights ! Was it really bad ?
let me put it this way . I've never seen a professional sorts game in a stadium because I could never get myself to walk to the top of the stairs to sit down .
so what did you do about it yesterday ?
I went sky-diving !
you're kidding me ! that sounds really scary !
It was scary , but it felt great , too .
weren't you scared ?
of course I was scared . But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped .
so have you cured your fear of heights ?
I think so . After I jumped out of the plane , I realized that I should just enjoy life . Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly .
I'm impressed .
are you scared of anything ?
well , sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself .
what do you think is going to happen ?
I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things .
it sounds like you just need to be more careful .
Yeah , I worked about twenty hours a week in a pizza restaurant .
What was that like ?
It was always very busy there .
What did you do ?
I stood behind the register and took pizza orders .
Did you get any perks on the job ?
Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free .
What seems to be the trouble now ?
I feel run down , tired . I've been having headaches almost every day . And I'm not getting as much sleep as I usually do .
Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know .
Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch .
And what about dinner ?
Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all .
That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ?
I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first .
Oh , I'm sorry . Mr . Nelson is away at the moment . I'm sorry that you keep missing him while he is out of the office . Would you like to leave a message ?
I'm sorry , I didn't hear you clearly . Could you repeat that please ?
Certainly . Mr . Nelson can not take your call at the moment because he is away . He stepped out of the office for the whole afternoon and is not expected back until tomorrow morning . His schedule is very unpredictable at times , so the best way to reach him is to first make an appointment by email or text messaging .
Can I leave a message for him please ?
Of course , can you leave your name and number ? I'm sure Mr . Nelson will return your call as soon as he is able .
My name is Max Richards , my phone number is 898-3423 . Could you ask him to call me back as soon as he gets back , please ? I have a rather timely matter to discuss with him .
Can you tell me what it's about ? I can make a note of it , so Mr . Nelson is aware and prepared when he returns your call .
Yes , please let him know I would like to discuss the Girard case with him .
But you should at least consider your son's future .
His mother , not me , should do this .
Glad to meet you , Mr . Smith . My name is Wang and here is my name card . I'll be glad to do what I can for you .
Great ! This is my first visit to the Fair . Everything is new to me . Would you please give me some information ?
Glad to . The Fair is a big gathering taking place twice a year , thousands of businessmen from more than a hundred and fifty countries and regions are here to trade with China .
What about your company ?
Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ?
My firm has high standing in my country . My bank is the City Bank , New York . You may refer to it for my status .
Well , since you agree with me , we should put the issue above board instead of talking about it through other channels .
Yeah , two at the tenth rows .
How much is the ticket ?
3 . 5 dollars each .
What do you mean ?
It takes only one day and you could experience almost all the famous spots in the city , I don't think you would like to miss it .
Sounds persuasive . How much will you charge for it ?
50 dollars per person .
That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ?
Of course . Please take it easy .
I see . May I know the schedule ?
Why not ?
That's what we like to hear , a profitable business .
Well , yes . Thanks , there's no trouble at the moment .
So , what can I do for you today ? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer ?
I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home .
Oh , domestic things ? Yes , of course , we can help you with that .
You can have a broad choice here . Are you interested in a particular brand ?
Not really . What are these toys over there ?
Ma'am , these are complimentary with each purchase . How about that one below the toys ? This is the best seller . They are of the latest model that can be found in town .
I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ?
Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock .
Really ? How so ?
You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away .
Okay .
Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it .
How about its quality ?
Its durability will be a big surprise to you .
What about the price ?
500 yuan . And if you buy it today , there will be a 15 % discount for you .
Yes , it's fast . But four minutes is enough to do fifty thousand dollars damage .
I guess the fire wasn't in the tool shed after all . It looks like the back of the house was burning .
I wonder if anyone can call the Ridleys about this . Do you know them well ?
Not really .
Do you know where they're vacationing ?
I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure . It ' s a bad thing to return home to . They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned .
Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt . It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ?
Yes , I suppose . It's a dangerous thing if a fire starts when people are sleeping .
Very well , thanks . Nice to see you again . I haven't seen you for a long time . What have you been doing lately ?
Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ?
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
You are going to take courses ?
Yes . I am going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
Are you sure ?
Of course ! Swimming can help you stay in shape by targeting all parts of your body .
Really ? Does swimming have other advantages ?
It could also help you increase vital capacity .
That ' s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight .
You will make it if you persist in it .
You are bragging again .
You know in China we usually don't open presents until the guests leave .
Really ? I've already opened it . Great ! And it is exactly after my fancy . Thank you very much .
He just stays in the kitchen and watches you . Before the Chinese New Year , the kitchen god tells his boss whether you were good or bad this year . Just like Lester does !
Oh , no ! I did a lot of bad things this year . I hope the kitchen god isn't like Lester--he blabs my mistakes to everybody !
Actually , there's a way to keep the kitchen god from telling the bad things you did .
What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ?
I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you !
Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester .
And what happened ?
His face broke out and he said it was my fault !
You're a nurse at New York General Hospital ?
Yes , on the cancer ward . And Taylor was there . He walked right by me and didn't even see me .
Maybe he was just visiting someone .
But you saw how skinny and pale he looks . He has " cancer patient " written all over his face .
Yard work ? I said ' what are we doing for fun ' , not work !
It will be fun . And besides , you'll be in the best company .
Dad . You're so cute . What do I need to do to help get ready ?
You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car .
Jeans and a tee shirt , right ?
Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool .
I'm not flattering you . You ' re full of energy every day .
It's nice to hear that anyway .
a dozen .
I think we can visit West Lake . The landscapes are attractive . It is said that just as there is paradise in heaven , there are Su Thou and Hang Thou on earth .
It's surely worth going to . There are ten famous spots there .
What can we do next after locating the place ?
Inform my members to prepare for the travelling . And then we can discuss about the travelling costs .
Pretty good . Actually , I'm quite busy with work . By the way , say ' hello ' to your husband .
I thought so , by the looks on your faces when you left . So why don't you come to my apartment , and we'll settle all the details .
OK . How does seven o'clock this evening sound ?
Great . See you then .
We're planning a weekend camping trip , and we want to know which weekend is best for everyone .
Let me see ... The weekend after next looks pretty good . Otherwise , I'm all booked up .
We have different colours of eye-shadow . May I know what colour you usually wear ?
Purple . But today , I'm thinking of buying one in a bright colour .
Yes , I see . How do you like this one ?
May I have a try ?
Certainly .
It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ?
Not from this brand , I'm afraid .
What about other brands ?
How about this one ?
Oh , that's the very thing I need .
There are actually special sites for people looking to date within their specific ethnic group and age group . But how should you screen potential mates ? Do you suggest talking to them on the phone right away or communicating via e-mail ?
I would say do not make the e-mail exchange too long . A lot of times a connection via e-mail creates almost a false sense of intimacy . Quickly make sure there is a connection in the physical world .
Can you give us any other safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net ?
I'd suggest you not give out too much personal information , like your home address , until after several dates . Just keep up the same guards you would keep up if you were meeting any stranger .
Besides the growth of these matchmaker sites , do you have any stats on success rates ? Are people out there finding true and lasting love through the Internet
Well , for a site like ecrush . com , since their debut in Valentine's Day in 1999 , of the 1 . 5 million people who have joined ecrush . com , 300000 have actually matched .
Do you have any successful stories to share ?
Yes , the couple that I highlighted at today's show met on Match . com and they're getting married this summer .
Where do you work ?
I work at the polling place .
You didn ' t tell me you were working there this year .
I do this every year .
How ' d you get that job ?
I applied online .
That ' s interesting .
I enjoy working there every year .
How much do they pay ?
They pay just enough .
Really ? It took me really a while to find the color . I am happy you like it .
Well , girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things . Actually , do we still have a meeting this afternoon ?
Sure , when those never ending meetings .
How much altogether ?
The total amount is $ 185 .
Does it include the charge for drinks ?
Yes .
Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please .
Thanks .
So what time tomorrow ?
Half past seven in the morning .
Where to meet ?
In the market .
OK . Bottoms up .
Bottoms up .
It's on me .
Thank you . This place is nice .
OK , just take a deep breath , Sir . Everything is going to be fine . Here's a form to report missing Traveller's Cheques , whatever the reason . Please fill it in and we can get moving on this .
I see . You need the reference numbers ? For each cheque ?
Yes , Sir . Do you have that information with you ? At this bank , we always recommend our customers write down the reference number of each Traveller's Cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the Traveller's Cheques .
Well . Thanks any way
Well , I ' Ve got a huge load of typing and Mr . Blake has insisted I get it done by tomorrow afternoon .
All right , Elizabeth . But this is the last time .
Here you are . Can I have a seat in the back of the plane ?
No problem . Wish you a nice trip .
The neighboring country is threatening their sovereignty with its nuclear bombs .
That's right .
After overcoming these buttons , you should check whether there is any paper in the machine , you must make sure this .
I couldn't agree more .
And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one .
What can I do next ?
The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax .
Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ?
Maybe we should call its after-service man .
Manchester United . What about you ?
Me too . Do you think they are going to get the championship this time ?
I have confidence in them .
You can always spot the newbies . I can give you a few pointers if you want . Were you trying to use this machine here ?
Yeah ! I just started my training today and I ' m not really sure where to begin .
It ' s ok , I know how it is . This machine here will work out your upper body , mainly your triceps and biceps . Are you looking to develop strength or muscle tone and definition ?
Well , I don ' t want to be ripped like you ! I just want a good physique with weights and Carpio .
In that case you want to work with less weight . You can start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets . Five kilo weights should be enough . Now it ' s very important that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a muscle .
Got it ! Wow is that the weight you are lifting ? My goodness that ' s a lot of weight !
It ' s not that much . Just watch ... I ' m ok ...
I want to have it the size of a page from an ordinary book .
Oh , I see , that's the size of 12 x 18cm . How many prints do you want to have ?
One is OK . How much does it cost ?
Let me see . Eleven yuan .
Here's twenty yuan .
This is your change .
Here's your key , sir . Room number 1405 . The bellboy will take your luggage to your room . Have a pleasant stay !
Thank you .
I think a Chinese student concentrates on written English , and uses it as a basis for communicating . From start to finish he ' s learning vocabulary and fundamentals of grammar . This is a very difficult way to learn .
What do natives get ?
They get higher level English , which is more formal than everyday spoken English . They also deal with matters of style and creativity .
Do you mean that a native doesn ' t make any mistakes in grammar ?
Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken .
I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ' t know standard English in American universities .
Actually there are more non-native speakers than you think . That ' s why it ' s so important to quit worrying about making mistakes . Just talk to everyone every chance you get .
Wow ! What's that ?
It's my new radio earphone .
It's so small that I didn't notice it .
What were you screaming at me for ?
He is not young as he looks . I think he's almost sixty .
Really ? He looks so young .
Oh , that's new to me . So what's on everyday ?
News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
It is a little bit expensive , but it's worth it .
Yeah . You know driving is boring . TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving .
It can also entertain your passengers like me .
That's the point .
The compact ? Why do you think that one is better than the others ?
This automobile is just right for your needs because not only is it compact for ease in city driving , but also , it has many safety features . I know that as a parent , you are concerned about safety in driving your kids to and from school .
That's true . What kind of safety features are we talking about ?
This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical .
You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ?
Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy .
With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for .
Why don't you take it for a test drive , and think it over .
What ' s the problem ?
I reserved a non-smoking room , but the smell of smoke in this room is so strong that I can ' t endure it .
I ' m sorry . I ' ll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away . The doorman is going to help you with your luggage . I do apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . Thanks .
I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a final decision . I think I like the black leather suite . It ' s on sale , isn't it ?
Yes . The price has been reduced by 50 % . It ' s a real bargain .
I ' ll take it . I also need to improve the lighting in my living room . Do you have any suggestions ?
Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ' re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ?
It ' s quite large . It ' s about 40 square metres .
I ' d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better .
Ok . I like the design of this lamps . I also need some cushion covers . I ' ll just browse through those ones over there .
I am calling to tell you that the interview for you is in our company on Monday morning at 8: 00 .
Where is the interview happening ?
It is on the Jianshe Street where there is a Carrefour Supermarket near it .
Sure .
Oh , can you check my oil and tires while you're at it ?
No problem . I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me .
OK , it's open .
Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat .
Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ?
Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Nine gallons of premium . That's $ 15 . 32 , please .
To run a successful internet business , it requires a little research and relatively small investment . You've got to have a good idea of some kind of product that is in demand or would be popular .
That's marketing research ... But what about getting started once you have an idea ?
After you have your great idea , then you can set up shop by registering a domain name , creating a website , an email address , and a hosting service . If you want to go all out on your website , you can put together shopping cart technology , but that can be pricey to start out with .
Sounds like a lot of work !
Anything worth doing takes work . Money doesn't grow on trees ... Most of us have to work for it .
What kind of presents do you want ?
Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ?
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . DKNY ?
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
How is it done ?
It's cooked with lemon and savored with rice .
Sound nice , I will try it .
You're meal also include soup and salad .
What's the soup of the day ?
French onion soup , sir , what dressing would you like for your salad ?
Thousand Island , please .
We plan to go to a forest in the suburb . There is a beautiful river there . We can do some fishing .
Great .
And don't forget your fishing tackle .
Ok . I like fishing very much .
Very well . Thank you . Did you have a good time there ?
Yes , I had a wonderful time .
Just get over here ! Come in ! Quickly !
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
Are they sweet ?
Very sweet .
How much are they ?
These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each .
All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones .
OK . Anything else ?
Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms .
Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are .
How much is it in all ?
Thirty dollars .
Well , he ' s got dark hair and brown eyes .
Yes .
And a white sports car .
Um , that ' s good .
Yes , but he ' s got a wife and 3 children as well .
I saw her yesterday . She was a little better .
Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ?
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus .
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the center of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
So I ' Ve got two tickets to the latest show but I need a little favor from you .
What is it ?
How long have you been like this ?
It has been two or three days .
I think you've got a flu . Take this prescription to the chemist's and then go back and sleep .
Thank you very much .
Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon .
Thank you .
I am sorry . He's out in a meeting now . Could I ask who is calling ?
This is Mr . Smith of XYZ Company . When will he be back ?
He'll be back at about five in the afternoon . Could I take a message ?
Yes , Please tell him I called and ask him to return my call as soon as possible . It's about the PPT contract .
All right , Mr . Smith . I'll be sure he gets your message .
Yes , I do .
You did pretty bad .
Exactly how bad ?
You didn't pass the test .
I don't understand how I could've failed it .
There are a few reasons why you failed .
What are the reasons ?
The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver .
Can I take the test again ?
You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks .
The chicken is also nice .
No , I want the fish .
Our special tonight is lobster .
Thank you , but I prefer the fish .
Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb .
No , I'd like the fish .
Whatever you say .
He ' s quite particular about what he wears , especially about his ties . He gets different tie each day .
A light brown suit and a pink tie today , and a light blue shirt and a blue tie yesterday . A perfect match !
The tie is necessary for man . It makes you look so attractive in a super tie .
Match is important ; well , the way of tying is also important .
My father dose not know how to tie a tie , for he often wears a cravat .
My father wears a tie every day , but he can ' t do it himself . My mother helps him with his tie every morning .
You mother is not only a patient mother but also a gentle wife .
I'd better take a taxi .
That's no use . This is morning rush hour .
My name's John Sandals .
It's a pleasure to assist you . Please tell me when you'll be needing the room , sir .
If my plans don't change , I'll need a room April 14 till April 17 .
Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ?
Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay .
Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course .
$ 308 a night ? That's a fair price .
Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , please .
Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ?
I have absolutely no problem with that .
Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number .
Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 .
Thank you for making a reservation with us . We look forward to seeing you in April !
Great . Could you tell me something about cash control ?
Yes , of course . In accounting , cash means all items that are acceptable for depositing in a bank .
But he took some newspaper away without paying .
I know .
Why ? You make me confused .
He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later .
Why does he have such a privilege ?
He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him .
I see . Does he live by himself ?
Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle .
He must be lonely ?
I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories .
How respectable !
How about winter ?
That's a hard time . The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
what's wrong ?
I've got all the cords plugged in , but it appears that I'm offline .
Are you using dial-up or broadband ?
actually , I've got a wireless connection .
In that case , you need to turn on your airport .
I hook up to the Internet every day . I can't believe I didn't do that .
do you like ever chat online ?
No , but I'd like to . Do you have to pay to do instant messaging ?
Oh , no . You can register for free . Just go to the yahoo website and it will tell you how to do it .
what do you do if people want to talk to you online but you don't want to talk to them ?
well , you can always block them . When I don't feel like talking to certain people online , that's what I do .
what's your email address ? I'll add you to my contacts list .
it's aubreyinchina@yahoo . com .
cool . We can meet up in a chat room sometime or just chat online using messenger . thanks for your help .
don't mention it .
Is it true that just like a human skeleton that defines their shapes , companies have structures that define theirs ?
Yes , you are right .
You like it . Well , I'll gather it for you .
You mustn't pick it in this place .
Where is it ?
It's a private garden .
Oh ! The view is great ! Mountains , fresh air ! Stars ?
This balcony is perfect for barbecuing .
And we could get a dog !
I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish .
Well , fish it will be then .
Ok , please first fill in the form and return it to me . You can do it in the next door .
Done . Here is my paper .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the question there and lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
They're setting up the machine for a new run .
How long does that usually take ?
About twenty minutes .
What's happening at the far end ?
That's the packing line . The goods are being wrapped and loaded onto pallets ready for transportation .
Let me see . Yeah , There are two such rooms left . May I have your name please ?
Mrs . Davinson . Mary Davison . M-A-R-Y , mary . D-A-V-I-N-S-O-N . Davison .
OK . I've got it .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Why ? You ' re not satisfied anymore ?
I just sense . But I cannot grow anymore . My boss is not really supporting me . I am interested in some positions in other JV companies , but I need to do some more in-step research before I send my application letters out .
That is important . Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application .
Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later .
Ok , good luck to you .
But she means to help you , not to trouble you .
I know . But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point .
That's right .
So how come it's still playing ?
I'm watching reruns of it .
Reruns ?
That means our local TV station is showing old episodes . You can watch reruns of nearly every old sitcom .
He was so rich in the past . Maybe he ' s regretting his past mistakes now .
It ' s too late .
Medium .
These here are all mediums .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're presents for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
Thank you .
Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ?
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
Yes , we have a reservation for three nights . Mona White . I called last week .
One moment please , Ms White .
Yes , that was for two single rooms , wasn't it ?
I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you .
Are they quiet rooms ?
Well they are facing the street
but there's a lovely view .
We'd like quiet rooms thanks .
Of course
What day would you like to reserve the suite for , sir ?
Next Friday .
I ' m sorry , sir . We can ' t accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking . May I suggest another hotel , sir ?
Oh , thank you very much .
Please hold the line . I ' ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need .
How do I contact them ?
I ' ll give you their phone number . It ' s 601 789 5634 .
What's your name , please ?
Smith .
A minute , please . ... Yes , this way , please .
Nice meeting you , too .
Very wise decision . When was the last time you had a tune up ?
Not that long ago , I think it was four months ago .
We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers .
Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ?
First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ' t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves .
I see . What else ?
We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones .
Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ' t seem like a waste of time and money .
Trust me , regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs .
Here we are . I hope you will like it .
It's good . It's a nice room .
And here is the menu . I'll come back soon .
Thank you .
you're the first guest to arrive . I'll just put your coat away and then I'll get you something to drink .
should I take my shoes off ?
whatever you prefer .
this is a very nice place . How long have you been living here now ?
just over three weeks . Would you like a drink ?
sure , what do you have ?
I've got white wine , red wine , gin and tonics , ginger ale , lemonade , orange juice , and sprite .
I'll have a glass of red wine please .
one glass of red wine coming up !
so how many people are coming for the dinner tonight ?
there's just going to be 6 of us tonight .
oh , I thought there were going to be eight . who isn't coming ?
Marcia and Paul called to cancel at the last moment . Paul was running late and Marcia wasn't feeling well .
that's too bad . They ' re such good company .
I think there's someone at the door .
excuse me while I go and get that .
I understand . But unfortunately , it is our policy not to disclose our bottom line . You can be assured that price is a weighty consideration when we review the proposals . We also consider other elements , including design and practicality . We also give weight to the reputation of the submitting company .
Do you have any price range ? Is there any way you can give me any idea of what direction to go or how high is too high ?
We're just looking for a reasonable price according to the specifications in our project blueprint . That's all I can say .
Do you have an appointment ?
Yes , my name is Ms Jane Reeve , R-E-E-V-E .
Ah , yes , Ms Reeve . I have all of your information here . Do you have the cash cheque ?
Here you go .
I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here .
Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ?
I'm sorry , we cannot make corrections on these . You'll have to bring another one with the correct amount , I'm afraid .
Do we need to show our ID cards when checking in .
Yes , It ' s essential .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . we certainly don ' t want a highjack to happen on our plane today .
You bet there is . Feast your eyes on this puppy !
That's a notebook ?
Believe it !
It looks more like a toy , or a cool briefcase !
Sure . Anything else ?
What vegetables come with the steaks ?
Potato chips and French dressing .
Yes , he's really pushed me too far .
I know what you mean .
Kobe ? I know him , the key guy of the Lakers , a heck of a NBA player . He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense .
He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand .
Maybe he is not good at rebounding ?
Indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
Who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
Well then , what are your spoils ?
Well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
Three parties ? That's quite a lot . That must have been expensive !
Well , since my husband and I are from two different countries , and we live in a third country , we decided to have one in each country . It wasn't actually that expensive .
Were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married ?
I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ' t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood .
Did your husband's family get to meet your family ?
My husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed that the wedding party should be less about money and more about family .
That makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ?
We waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa .
You really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ?
Not at all , but we don ' t have a very traditional marriage either , so it suited us perfectly !
Did you get the camera ?
Got it ! Did you fill up the tank ?
Yup , it ' s all set .
You ' re sure we ' re not forgetting anything ?
I ' m sure ... we ' Ve got all our bases covered .
Well , let ' s get going then ! I love road trips !
Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ?
But we ' Ve only been on the road for ten minutes .
I know , but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left .
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . Where shall I meet you ?
At the gate of the park .
Great . I look forward to meeting you .
See you then .
See you .
How about this one ?
Oh no , this type gets dirty very easily and it's difficult to clean .
Alright , let's look at some others .
Look , this one matches our room and it's inexpensive .
Moreover , it's easy to clean , right ? You are really lazy .
Yes . They used to be joined at the hip .
I heard they were just married for half a year .
That ' s true . She said they often argued over nickel-and-dime things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock .
You said it . You know , they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Definitely . Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
I have been having skin problems that aren ' t going away .
Are you in pain ?
No . Except for the rash , I feel fine .
Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ?
I would like to come in on Tuesday .
I will write you in for that day at 4
I would like to see Dr . Smith .
I will write you in on that doctor ' s schedule . See you then .
What ' s the job title ?
Service Technician . How can I apply for this position ?
You need to fill out an Application Form .
Where is it ?
It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ' t leave any blank spaces . When you ' re done bring the application to me .
Okay . Thanks .
You ' re kidding . It can ' t be true .
Believe it or not . Everybody is talking about it in the company .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
Me too .
No , Liz . I asked you specifically . Don ' t you remember ?
I ' m really sorry , Mr . Samuel . I really don ' t remember that .
$ 15 .
The fare is different from the meter .
Well , madam , the meter was not on at all . You didn't tell me .
But I thought it was . Anyway . I am in a hurry . Here is the money .
Yeah ?
You were playing it very late last night .
Yeah ?
It kept me awake .
Oh , I'm sorry .
It kept me awake a couple of hours .
I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud .
It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me .
It's true . It was a bit loud .
I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future .
Oh , it's no problem . It ' s OK . You know , it only happened once .
I am glad we've straightened everything out .
Well , when is the election ?
You don ' t know that ?
I just don ' t know .
It ' s this Tuesday .
You can ' t be serious .
Why would I joke ?
Thanks for telling me .
You should ' Ve known already .
I forgot .
As long as you go vote , that ' s all that matters .
I'm sorry , but you got on the wrong bus .
Which bus should I take then ?
You should change to the No . 701 bus at the next stop .
Thank you so much !
Not at all .
first of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ' m almost finished the washing up . I ' m going to clean the cooker when I finish .
ok . I ' ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
we ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
while you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way .
actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
my pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
It belongs to the past . He lost his job the other day , and he ' s up a tree now .
It seems that nobody can always expect things to pan out well each time .
Anything interesting on ?
Not really . Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN .
So I take it you're pretty bored too .
Just killing time until I find something to do . What are you going to do ?
It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing . What's wrong with us ?
You wanna shoot some hoops ?
I already tried to call up some of the guys , but they are all busy .
Where's your girlfriend ? I thought you were going out with her today .
She's out shopping with her friends .
Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then .
Aright . Do you have any cigarettes ?
I only have a couple left . Why don't you pick some up on the way .
Ok . See you there in about 30 minutes .
Aright . See you there .
I want to have a few friends over for a dinner party to celebrate my birthday . Would you be able to come the next weekend on Saturday ?
I'd be delighted to , John . Saturday did you say ?
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
You were doing great out there !
Well , actually it ' s just about luck .
Is there any training program for the employees to make a further study ?
Sure . We attach great importance to the all-round development of the staff , and the development of individuals will motivate them to work more diligently and efficiently .
Yes , something called " George W . Bush . " An hour later , all I see are pictures of George W . Bush in women's clothes .
I kind of like it . He looks better that way , doesn't he ? More presidential .
I preferred the forward with pictures of him side-by-side with monkeys .
Yeah , their expressions were exactly the same !
Any time . But I don't mind eating boxed lunch . The food sanitation is really good too .
It's hard to believe that you like it . You are so easy to be satisfied .
Hey , it's not that bad . The food is nutritious and it's really convenient . I don't want to spend too much time on eating stuff .
Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine .
Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ?
No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch .
But you didn't eat anything today .
Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant .
All right . I'm going to the McDonald's .
For what ? I thought you didn't like western food .
No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week .
That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food .
Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one .
That's for sure . It's always hard for the parents to say no to their children .
Yes . But you must return it within 30 days .
Is there a charge for that . I know other stores have a restocking fee .
There will be no charge at all . However you must show us the receipt . Could you sign it here , please ?
Thank you .
All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund .
Thanks . I'll put it in a safe place .
Can you tell me how old you are ?
I am 25 years old .
Are you married ?
No , I am still single .
Can you tell me something about your family ?
Ok . There are four persons in my family , my parents , my elder sister and me .
Oh really ? Did you find any bargains ?
I did ! I found this lovely teapot . It was the best one I saw in the shops .
And how did you get around town ?
I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do .
Right , so you didn ' t get lost ?
I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China . They soon showed me the way !
But it's unfair for Jane .
Oh , I'm visiting a friend there .
I see .
What teaching experience have you had ?
I am equipped with much experience in teaching for more than 30 years and I also edit teaching materials by myself .
Well , I like everything about it except the price .
Sorry , sir , we are having a sale now .
Have you taken the course in Public Relations when you are in college ?
I am sorry to say I haven't , but I have taken many other courses that concerns the PR , such as Social Psychology , Public Affairs and Mass Communication .
It costs a lot of money . Hospital bills had already made deep in-roads into our savings . Do you think the rest of your salary will be enough to cover our daily expenses ?
I am afraid not , darling . Our expenses are mounting .
We have to cut back on our shopping from now on .
Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income .
I hope so .
That certainly is quite an accomplishment .
Yes , it took a year and a lot of initiative to get that account .
What's your sales record been like there ?
The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ' m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years .
If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ?
Hmm ... I think I am ready for a new challenge . I've put a good team together at my present company , and I think If I want to take the next step in my career , it's time for me to move on .
I am not sure . What's the difference between them ?
Public schools are usually state funded , whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere .
Which is better ?
One isn ' t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers .
I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school .
Yes , sometimes .
Gosh , it's already 10 . Stay here if you like .
Since we're late , let's go to see a film .
OK . Hurry up .
I feel they all talk and behave in a different way .
They suddenly become shy when they speak to boys .
Some even do make-up slightly . Are you aware that previous ' small potato ' Ma Xiaoxiao becomes a piece of cheese cake recently ?
She is certainly not my kind of girl .
Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes .
You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either .
I appreciate the saying ' Love consists in this , that two solitude protect , border and salute each other . '
Then you may know that it's hard work .
Yes , I know . A friend of mine is a guide . He talked with me about his work , but I don't mind working hard .
Have you applied with any other companies ?
No , this is my first .
Is there anything you want to ask about ?
I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ?
Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ?
Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere .
All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
I need some cigarettes .
I can let you have some silvers if that is good .
OK , thanks .
I will open the suitcase and you read through the list .
Ok . I am done . You have nothing on the list left behind . But I suggest you take sneakers with you .
Why ?
It is necessary for you to walk on the street . Otherwise , it will be not good to wear high heeled shoes .
That makes sense . I will do it .
You do need to take some medicines with you . Just in case .
Good idea .
Here you are . Can you put the bread in a separate bag ?
OK , here is your change .
Are you sure ?
I know it does . I catch this bus a lot .
How long does it take for the bus to get there ?
The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so .
Where do we get off the bus ?
Right behind Macy's is a bus stop .
The stop is really at the mall ?
It's in the middle of the parking lot .
That's perfect .
I know it is .
Did she accept it ?
No way to know .
Yeah . I think that would be a good idea . I ' m really in the dark on everything .
Fine . Let ' s meet this afternoon . I ' ll draw you a better picture of the situation .
It's most kind of you .
Don't mention it . It was the least I could do .
If there's ever anything I can do for you , Don't hesitate to let me know .
Thank you .
I'm most grateful .
It was a pleasure .
Surely I will .
Here's the key then .
7:00 tonight and we'd like a smoking table .
No problem , sir .
I'm going to go hiking . Do you want to join me ?
Anything else ?
Strawberry cake as dessert , please . By the way , could you serve my main course without garlic and put less ginger in it .
No problem , sir .
I like both of the two hats . Can you give me a discount if I buy both of them
Sure , we'll take 20 % off the price .
I like this colour and it is very bright .
This color is becoming to you , too .
Yes , I think so . How much are they ?
The pink one is 30 yuan , and the purple one is 35 yuan .
I mostly listen to pop music , but I like a lot of different stuff .
Yes , me too . I mostly listen to hip hop , but there are many genres of music I like .
Does that help you faith ?
Yes .
I remember that someone says that it is difficult to forget the people who don ' t want to forget .
But I think time can change everything .
Yes , here you are .
Thank you . Do you want your money back ?
No , can I exchange it for a bigger one ?
I am afraid this is the biggest size we have .
Oh , that's too bad .
Maybe you would like to try this one with the willow pattern . The price is the same and it's bigger .
We will need detailed information regarding the full name of the company , the company address ...
Yes , yes . I've got all of that here .
And also , the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number .
Check , check and check .
What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ?
Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ?
As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid .
No problem , I'll settle that now . You can take it from my Business Account .
Just one moment , sir . Here you are -- 767-4512 .
I ' m afraid a pencil won ' t do . Wait a moment , I ' ll find you one .
Mr . : No . You only do that when you write reports .
Is there anything else ?
Mr . : For those of you who don't have a calculator , get one .
We are allowed to use a calculator in class ?
Mr . : Yes . By the way , review today's notes this evening . We may have a small quiz tomorrow .
Black Rose .
Soda or water ?
Just plain water with plenty of ice rock .
All right . Please wait for a minute .
This is the Front Desk . I'm afraid that the air conditioning in your room needs repair . We would like to request you to change your room . We are very sorry for the inconvenience .
0K . Well , I suppose I have no choice . What do you want me to do ?
What time is the most convenient for you to change rooms , sir ?
I'm going out in about half an hour .
What time will you be back ?
Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose .
We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return .
OK . I'll do that .
Thank you very much , sir .
Are you serious ? You studied mathematics at college for four years , and now you have a job working with your hands !
Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge , and creativity . I love this job .
I can see that . But I didn ' t know you had experience in that line of work .
I didn ' t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted .
Congratulations ! You do have the right attitude .
Congratulations .
When will you give me a raise ?
Ha ... I am not sure .
I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly .
Let me think . How much did you have in mind ?
5 000 yuan per month .
That's a lot of money . Let me think about it carefully .
Really ? I don't agree . This Star Wars episode was incredible !
Why do you think so ?
Well , one of the most spectacular things about this one was the special effects . State of the art special effects are the main reason for the success of previous episodes , so audiences have high expectations for this one , and I don't think they will be disappointed .
You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures .
It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie .
Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes .
I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling .
I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong .
Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ?
No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ' t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak .
Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role .
I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ' re going to start making it and when it ' s scheduled for release ?
I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one .
I hope so , too .
Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late .
Okay , let's go !
No , I don't .
Well . The doctor doesn't see nobody without an appointment .
Well , I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and ...
Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 .
I ' d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ...
Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next . You don't have insurance ?
No , not for this country .
How about traveler's insurance ?
No , I didn't think I ' d need it .
Can you pay cash , then ?
Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain .
All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job .
I know . I am sorry that I yelled at you .
I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It ' s about the overtime you ' Ve asked me to put in .
All right . Why don ' t you have a seat ? What ' s the problem ?
Oh , that's too bad . Was it stolen ?
No , I think it came out of my pocket when I was in the taxi .
Is there anything I can do ?
Can I borrow some money ?
Sure , how much do you need ?
About 50 dollars .
That's no problem .
Thanks . I'll pay you back on Friday .
That'll be fine . Here you are .
What are you going to do now ?
I'm going to buy some books and then I'm going to the gas station .
If you wait a minute I can go with you .
OK . I'll wait for you .
Not at all . Please sit down , then we can begin .
Thank you .
As you know , Miss Wang , we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills . We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate .
Thank you .
Today ' s interview is for us to get to know a little about you . And the interview will last a little bit longer . So , if you ' re comfortable , I want to ask you some questions .
Can I get there by the No . 913 bus ?
You can make it by the No . 913 bus , or by subway Line 13 .
Tomorrow is the tooth anniversary of our company . Our general manager invites you to a dinner party . Do you think you can manage it ?
Oh , yes , I'd very much like to go .
That is great . Dinner starts at 6
I'll be there in time .
All right . Bye .
Bye .
What is your weakness ?
I always give each job my best efforts , so when others are not pulling their weight , I am frustrated .
What is your greatest accomplishment ?
I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project .
Can you work under pressure ?
Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ' t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work .
What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ?
There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy .
How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ?
I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive . Some of them change their attitude later .
May I have your flight No . , PLS ?
My flight No . is 102 leaving Baiyun Airport at fourteen twenty .
Yes , that's our regular flight to Shanghai . What's your name , PLS ?
I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J .
One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ' t you ?
Yes , that's right .
Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight !
Thanks !
Can you tell me where the taxi stand is ?
You will find a taxi stand the street corner .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Did you happen to meet someone ?
How did you know ?
You always act like this when you ' Ve fallen in love . Who is he ? How did you meet ?
His name is Tony and we met my first night in Pathos . He works with my sister who lives there .
Was it love at first sight ?
Not really . I wasn ' t looking for a holiday romance , but my sister told me that she had promised him that she ' d set him up on blind date with me . I didn ' t think I ' d have anything to lose , so I went .
And ?
Let ' s just say that by the third date , we both realized that we had fallen in love .
That happened quickly ! Are you going to see him again ?
Luckily , his company has a position available here , so he ' s going to see if he can get relocated .
It sounds like he is madly in love with you . Are you ready for such a serious relationship ?
Well , I ' m not really a spring chicken anymore . We don ' t know what will happen .
Do you know what produce is on sale ?
I don't know . Check the flyer or check with the produce person .
Marvelous . Pass it over . My name's George , by the way .
Nice to meet you , George . I'm Irene .
So Irene , what do you do ?
I'm in computing . I work for Macrohard .
Macrohard , eh ?
What do you do ?
I have my own company that designs computer systems .
They're serviced regularly . We give them a basic service every 10,000 km or so and a main service once a year , or every 100,000 km .
I see . What does the service involve ?
Well , the same as for private vehicles really , but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear .
Can you carry out major repairs here ?
Yes , we've got all the necessary equipment . We can give the engines a major overhaul . If there's a serious problem , we strip down the engine and find the faulty component . Would you like to look around ?
You seem to have bought the whole market !
Yes . I really wanted to do so . I love those handicrafts , especially the paper-cut .
Paper-cuts are all hand-made . Let me see the paper-cuts you bought . They are all animals .
Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ?
All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes .
Then I will buy some tomorrow .
Why do you want to buy so much ?
Because I want to send them to my friends .
I see .
Yes , he was . I'm not imagining it . Finally , just when I got home , I turned around and looked at him . He was just standing there . He didn't smile . He just stood there . It was so obvious . What should I do ? I'm so scared . Can I call the police ?
Actually , I don't think you can call the police . Not yet at least . He hasn't done anything . And probably the police will just ignore it . But if anything happens again , then maybe you should call .
Why can't I call the police now ? He was definitely following me !
Of course you can call the police if you want . That's not what I mean . I'm just saying that they probably won't do anything .
I suppose . What can they do ? I don't even know who he is .
Listen , Carol . Don't let this bother you too much . Probably it's nothing . Just keep your eyes open when you go out . If you see him a third time , and if he follows you again , then I think we should go to the police . But for now , just try not to worry .
Alright . And I won't go to that cafe for awhile .
Well , you'd better start studying harder if you want to pass this class .
Can you also show me this one ?
No problem . This one is made of pure gold .
I think the cloisonn bracelet is more beautiful .
You ' re right . This one costs less , but is more beautiful .
Will the luster fade out after some time ?
No , we guarantee the quality .
Ok . Can I try it on ?
Certainly , the mirror is right here .
No problem . May I see your identification ?
Sure . How about my passport ?
That's fine ! How would you like this cash back ?
I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please .
Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day .
Thank you and bye-bye !
Will there be any late charge ?
No . sir . If only you check out before 15:00
Thank you .
That reminds me . My wedding anniversary is tomorrow .
Do not take things so seriously , my pal ! Every one of us will face the trouble and job-hunting is inevitable . Take it easy ! Believe in yourself and some day you will be successful .
It sounds reasonable . Maybe I should look on the bright side .
What a nostalgic food !
Why the drama ? Have you been watching soap operas ?
No . Just the smell of bread toasting to a perfect golden brown ...
Brings back memories ?
Yes . We hope you'll be able to join us .
Thank you for the invitation . I'll be very happy to go .
Good !
What time should I arrive ?
How about 6:00 ?
Fine . See you then .
What happened ?
No one would listen to any of my suggestions . Instead , they just kept arguing with each other .
Who was chairing the meeting ?
Bob .
Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes .
That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him .
What was the meeting about ?
We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient .
It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient .
Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ?
You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details .
Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ?
You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information .
That's a good idea , I think I will try that at the next meeting .
The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun . I just don ' t know what to do first .
Why not start with the most interesting one ?
Actually , I ' m interested in all of them . The more choices we have , the harder to make a decision .
Toss a coin to decide then .
Same here .
I was looking forward to your arrival .
I'm starving , as I didn't eat yet today .
I really don't have enough money .
My stomach feels so empty .
Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too .
I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then .
Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat .
That's not nice .
You can always go home and make something to eat .
I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here .
Sorry . That's not my fault .
How come you don ' t have all of his films on DVD ?
Some of his early films are hard to find nowadays , especially the ones where he only played a bit part .
I see . I ' m sure you ' ll find them one day . I see you also have several poster of him .
Yes . These posters are new . I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday .
Are you a member of his fan club ?
I was , but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet , so I ' m not a member now .
Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month ?
Of course ! I bought two copies .
Two copies ? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of , right ?
Yeah , just return to nature and feel the thrills of its beauty .
We are nor alone here . So many other families !
Sure . The sunny days of spring are ideal for outdoor gatherings .
Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn .
OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff .
Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ?
Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys .
Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ?
He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do .
Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science .
Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic !
I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world .
I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day .
Well , OK . you are always right .
At this time ? Why don ' t you go there tomorrow ? It is almost dark .
My boy wants me to buy a toy , so I think I ' d better satisfy him .
But I have seen many toys in your home .
There is none now because he likes to destroy toys .
But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ?
Yes , I am annoyed by this , too .
And you still buy him new ones ?
Yes , I think so .
You will spoil him .
That sounds like fun . Would you mind some company ?
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Here they are .
Well , then , would you fill out this PIR from ? And also we need your signature here .
How soon would you deliver my baggage ?
Hopefully by tomorrow evening . Which hotel are you going to stay ?
At the down town Hilton Hotel .
When is the expected date of your departure ?
I'm going to return next week .
Today I'll invite you to enjoy the seafood . Please make yourself at home .
Excuse me , what business are you looking after in Germany ?
I am running Chinese arts and crafts .
What arts and crafts are you interested in this time ?
I hope to import some silk from Hangzhou to Germany . Can you help me ?
Sure , I'll certainly help you do it .
Uh , no . Analog watches don't come with stopwatches . You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch .
Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ?
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Of course , that's no problem at all .
That's a relief ! I was a little worried about it ; I left England in a bit of a hurry .
How much would you like to change ?
Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty .
Please fill in this exchange form , and I'll need to see your passport , and sign here . That's the money and your passport back . Of course , if you don't spend all of it , you can come back and we'd be happy to buy the local currency back from you .
No , they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away .
Were there any animals in the forest ?
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
How often dose this bus go there ?
Every fifteen minutes .
I really can't wait that long . Are there any other buses that can take me there ?
The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it .
Where can I find the bus ?
The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
In seven days it will be Christmas Day .
Yes , I know that .
So , can I buy some new shoes as a Christmas present ?
Sure , a promise is a promise .
Well , you've come to the right place . What kind of watch are you looking for ?
Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ?
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
Who ' s it about ?
It ' s about Bob Dylan .
Who is he ?
He ' s a famous American musician .
Who ' s the author ?
It was written by Howard Sounds .
What do you think about it ?
It ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot from reading it .
Can I read it when you ' re done ?
Sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
How many chapters does the book have ?
There are 15 chapters in total .
When do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
Thanks . Charlie !
No problem . Bob .
I guess so . Going to watch a movie and having dinner at a restaurant are usual .
She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating .
Yes , now many girls want to be independent , so it is a little popular , especially among white collars .
But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself .
Forget about it !
Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ?
It will be a long story . We have many differences , for example , she usually puts all her clothes into washing machine . That is the sort of thing I can not bear .
After three baby girls in a row , Rose is under a lot of pressure from her in-laws . They want a boy in the worst way now .
But baby girls are just as good and just as fun as baby boys .
I agree with you , but you know how old-fashioned the elders are .
Thanks .
If you don't mind me asking , how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel ?
This hotel could use some insecticide , but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful .
That's very honest of you . Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time .
You had been walking for 6 hours , isn ' t that boring ?
Of course not ! We built a snowman , some snow dogs and one big snow fort . We went sliding on the nice hill . It was a real work out . At noon , we had the most special winter picnic outside . Fortunately , we got it all on a video tape . You must come with us next time . I bet you will love it .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
How did he know that he had bad mouthed him ?
Someone told joe off .
He is then in a very difficult situation .
Sure . He ' ll get the bag . I think .
But I'm already in a lot of trouble with my boss .
Anything you say or do might make it worse . Just try to ride out the storm for a while .
She's always bothering me . What should I do ?
You'd better leave her alone .
But she always harps on me .
Just tell her off .
Yes , great !
Is it possible to get a beer ?
Why don ' t you have a water or juice instead , so you don ' t get dehydrated ?
You ' re right . I ' ll save the beer for when we land . One orange juice , please .
We would stay longer . but I've got to attend a meeting tomorrow morning . Thank you for your warm hospitality .
You're welcome . Maybe next time we'll come to see you .
My wife and I will look forward to it .
I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ?
lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines .
They just announced the boarding call .
Then we've got to get going .
OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing .
Thank you again for all your help .
Bye .
Mangoes . What are they ?
Well , it's a fruit with a big nut in it .
Can you eat the nut ?
No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut .
How much are they ?
Well , the sale price is $ 1 each .
What does a mango taste like ?
They're like a citrus fruit .
How do I know if it's ripe ?
You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel .
Where do they come from ?
Most of them in this store are from Mexico .
No trouble at all . I think maybe you will meet some of my friends here as well .
That ' d be fine .
Which is your favorite in this ten ?
I like No . 4 .
You mean Sweet Heart .
Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 .
What do you think about Cold Wind ?
I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart .
So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ?
Well . I don't like Your Lips very much .
Why ?
I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ' s top ten , if you ask me .
Really ? But it's my favorite .
Well , I want to surprise my brother showing up for his birthday .
Well , that sounds like it would be OK . Just be careful .
I told you already ! I ' m going to get my nails done .
Again ? You just went last week ! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home ! Honestly , why do you need a manicure every week ?
Well , first of all , I like to pamper myself , and my nails look great . You should come with me !
Why ? I don ' t want to have nail polish or anything like that !
They don ' t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish !
Yeah , sounds like something I should definitely do .
What is it like living in on-campus housing ?
It's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it .
Did you have to pay a deposit ?
No , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first 6 months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
Do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
No , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
How long is your contract for ?
That's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
Have you started looking yet ?
Not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
Is there something wrong ?
I don ' t see it on the shelf .
Did you check the computer ?
I already looked .
Did it say anything ?
It said that the book is on the shelf , but it isn ' t .
I ' m sure I can get it from another library .
Could you do that ?
I ' ll let you know when I get the book in .
That ' s great . Thank you so much .
Well yes , but they are not allowed only in downtown areas . It's OK here . It would be difficult to ban customs that have thousands of years of tradition . The habit does bring kids joy and excitement so long as precautions are taken . Let's go out and set off firecrackers out there .
Fantastic ! The whole city is echoing with crackling sounds !
What other activities will you have tomorrow ?
Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second .
Do you bring some gifts along ?
That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand .
Is it the same practice for all families ?
Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday .
I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax .
Well , for city dwellers , the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days . While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized , the festival lasts ten days .
Is it ? I've never thought of any disadvantages of the mobile phone .
For instance , the mobile phone seriously distracts the attention of people from work and study .
That's true . Some people pay too much attention to their mobile phones .
Actually , it's not the fault of the mobile phone . But people should have a proper attitude towards it . Mobile phone is a tool serving people , not the fetters restricting them .
What can I do for you ?
I need to transfer money .
Do you know which account you want to take the money from ?
From my savings account .
Where are you transferring the money to ?
I would like it transferred to my checking account .
How much ?
I want to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all ?
Yes . That will be all .
I'm from England and I'm trying to make a travel plan for today .
What brings you here ?
I'm a flight attendant and I'm here on vacation .
Where are you staying ?
I live in the Holiday Inn Lido Hotel .
Oh , it's not very far . And as far as I know it is a fancy place .
Yes , it is . Do you know where I can get a town map ?
We sell them , right here .
Great , do you have any for foreigners ? I mean English version ?
Cooking is a hobby with me . I'm always trying to think up new recipes . I hope you like the soup . It's kind of a specialty of mine , so I hope you enjoy it .
It's excellent .
Thank you for your compliment . Won't you try this fish with white sauce ? I'm rather round of it .
It's delicious .
What sort of western food do you like best ?
I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ?
I find the Chinese dishes wonderful .
Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night .
It's still early .
Haven't you heard that your novel has won The Nobel Prize ?
Really ? I can't believe it . It's like a dream come true . I never expected that I would win The Nobel Prize !
You did a good job . I'm extremely proud of you .
Thanks for the compliment .
You certainly deserve it . Let's celebrate !
My cable has been out for the past week or so .
The cable is down right now . I am very sorry .
When will it be working again ?
It should be back on in the next couple of days .
Do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down .
So , I don't have to pay for it ?
No , not until your cable comes back on .
Okay , thanks for everything .
You're welcome , and I apologize for the inconvenience .
It takes a long time to learn Chinese writing .
Are you Chinese ?
Yes , I am . I am from Taiwan . I came here to study political science .
How do you like it ?
I like it so far . But my English still needs work .
I want to study Mandarin and international relations .
Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters ?
They teach regular characters .
I see . I'm from Taiwan , so I know regular characters better than simplified .
You just said your English needs work , yes ?
Yes , that's true . Especially my writing . I think my papers aren't good enough . I make too many grammatical mistakes .
Well , I am very serious about learning Chinese . But for me the hard part now is pronunciation . You have the four tones in Chinese . It is very hard . Maybe , if you have time , maybe we could do a language exchange .
You mean you and I ?
Yes , why not ? I mean , if you come to this cafe often , maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English .
That sounds like a good idea . How often would you like to do it ?
Let's see ... My schedule right now is quite busy . But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange .
How would we manage it though ? How would we spend the 90 minutes ?
First , we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing . If you want , I could help you edit your papers . Or we could do English conversation . Whatever you want . And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese .
Would I help you with writing ?
No . For me right now , the important thing is spoken Chinese . I need practice . So you could tutor me in speaking . We could use my textbook , and you could ask me questions . Then you could correct my mistakes .
I think it sounds like a good system . But when is it convenient to meet ?
Well , today is Monday . Actually , for me Monday at this time would be the best . I am free from now until 11
Me too . In fact , I'm free until 1
So if you want to meet at 10
It sounds good . I will bring the papers I'm working on .
And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder . I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own .
Let me give you my phone number .
Sure . I'll give you mine too . Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason .
With pleasure , sir . May I suggest Steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks ? They are popular breakfast among Chinese people .
OK . Anything to drink ?
Yes , sir . We usually serve soya-bean milk and jellied beancurd . Which one do you prefer , sir ? A
I'll try the soya-bean milk this time .
So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk .
That's right .
Thank you , sir . Just a moment , please .
I was hoping that the apartment on Main Street was still available .
Why , yes , it is . Would you like to get a look inside the apartment ?
Yes , it would be nice to see the apartment .
How about today at 6 o'clock ?
Yes , I can be there at 6 .
Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ?
I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest .
If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me .
Is there anything that I need to bring with me ?
No . I won't need to see anything except your driver's license .
What about historic festivals ?
Thanksgiving Day , Independence Day .
I am Molopo and my room is 5022 .
OK . sir . Please go upstairs . Someone will open the door for you .
Thanks a lot .
That's a good choice .
What is the departure date ?
We have parties every Saturday from June to October .
This time you can bring your daughter with you .
Right , she is so excited and simply can ' t wait .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
We have had a window table reserved for you . This way , please .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
Can we see the menu , please ?
I'll bring it over .
Anything good for this evening ?
We have squirrel shaped mandarin fish , seeds prawn , etc .
Very good , we'll take them all .
Yes , we do . We also eat mutton .
I've heard that people in your country like mutton chops .
That's right . Mutton chops taste so good . We eat them with sauce . Have you ever tried ?
Yes , I have . I tried once when I visited your country last year . I think they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
Certainly I can . I'll buy some from the butcher's and cook for you next Sunday .
That sounds great . I'll bring a bottle of wine then .
You'll know our products better after this visit .
Really ? I've seen that movie , too .
How did you like the movie ?
I thought it was pretty good .
Really ? I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
I guess it could happen .
No problem . First , it's comfortable and cozy . Second , it has a lovely view of the city . Third , it has all kinds of electric appliances that we need , such as refrigerator , electric stove , heating apparatus , washing machine and dishwasher . Forth is the most important , the electricity is free of charge . Finally , it's located in the center of the city and the transportation is convenient .
There is something in what you said , but what is the rent ?
200 dollars per week .
In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas .
It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent .
Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself .
Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ' s easy to go anywhere from here and it ' s near the place where I work ?
I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ?
Twice a week for work and once for shopping .
In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university .
That's true . Ok , I will think about it .
I want to take a Psychology class .
Well , there are only two classes open .
Can you tell me what days the classes are on ?
One class is on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p . m . to 4 .
And the other class ?
That class is from ten to twelve on Monday and Wednesday .
Are you sure these are the only open classes ?
Yes , I am sure .
Okay , sign me up for the class on Monday and Wednesday .
Very well then .
That's fine . Could you give me some more napkins , too ?
Sure . Do you need anything else ?
Yes , I would also like some sweet and sour sauce and pepper .
I'll put all that into the bag for you .
Do I owe you anything for the sauce , pepper and napkins ?
No , there is no charge for those .
Japanese art ? Mm , Ikebana ! Tea Ceremony !
Tea Ceremony ! Tell me about Tea Ceremony .
Tea Ceremony ! It's , there's a certain way you have to make tea , not only make tea , there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl .
I see .
Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl
How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ?
There's some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony . So you need to go to a school , yes , and learn from your teacher and their hierarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go , climb up the ladder in the hierarchy .
You did ? How ? Did you wear red underwear again this year ?
Not only that !
Tell me ! Tell me ! What's your secret ? !
OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone !
What ? ! You did that ? ? ! ! !
That's all right . Maybe we can make another arrangement .
You're very kind to say so . Thank you . Do you think tomorrow morning would suit him ?
I'm afraid there's a bit of a problem . In fact , he's booked up the whole week except tomorrow afternoon .
Tomorrow afternoon , Um ... you see , I've made an appointment with Mr . Comet for tomorrow afternoon . In order to meet Mr . Zhang , I have to cancel the appointment with Mr . Comet , I'm afraid .
I'm terribly sorry , Mr Miller , but Mr . Zhang is really busy this week .
I understand . When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ?
Please let me check . Tomorrow afternoon - Yes , he'll be free from 2:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ?
Yes , that's quite all right for me .
What is it ?
It ' s my acceptance letter from UCLA .
What does it say ?
I ' Ve been accepted !
Are you serious ?
I ' m serious .
Good for you !
NYU was my first choice , but UCLA is just fine .
I ' m so proud of you .
Thanks . I ' m proud of myself , too .
No , I haven't . It is the first time for me to come to deposit money here .
How long do you want to keep it in our bank ?
Two years , please .
You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit .
OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ?
Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one .
I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ?
In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on .
I see .
Have you a taste for this kind ?
No , this kind of cigarette is too strong for me , I desire a mild one .
What about this ?
It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ?
I have a lot of them .
Show me the one made of plastic .
OK , here you are .
Thank you .
I bought it on eBay . It was only one-tenth of the original price . And the purchase was so easy .
No kidding ! Then how do you know the bag's real ?
Well , it came with a certificate , and it looks real . But auctioning on eBay is risky .
A risk I would never take ...
Then you haven't browsed eBay before ... get online . Don't hang up !
I ' m sorry , sir . Smoking is not permitted in this area .
Oh , sorry . I ' ll put it out .
Have a nice day !
You , too .
I said that , didn't I ? But I just don't know what to do with it .
You're in one of those in-between stages , aren't you .
Yes , it's not short enough to be wash-and-go and not long enough to do anything fancy .
Have you thought about wearing a hat ?
Everywhere I go ?
Well , it's one way to get through the in-betweens if you really want to grow it out !
I could use one , too . I'm still burnt out from that last cigarette ad campaign .
As long as the foam on my macchiato's not burnt , too , I'll be alright for a while . You got your espresso , Jess ?
What do you mean ?
I was very sad when I was laid off last year .
Hmm ...
He has big blue eyes and long blonde hair .
Oh , how long ?
Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold .
OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does .
He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well .
Really ?
He's quite a patient teacher , too .
Fine .
You're going to like him . Everybody says he's a nice guy .
I fell on the way to school , and your bike got scratched . I'm really sorry .
Don't worry about it . It's not new , it already has a few scratches . Did you get hurt ?
No , thank you .
That's the most important thing .
It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid .
Forget about it .
When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway .
Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well .
I appreciate that , thank you .
Thanks . OK ... your balance is 320,214 RIB . How much do you require today ?
I'll take 4,500 RIB , please .
Please fill in this transfer form and enter your password , here . Then the transaction should be completed .
OK ... there we go . Thanks very much .
It doesn ' t look much better inside this place .
You know , with a little elbow grease and paint , you could spruce it up a bit .
There are hardly any windows in here , and that makes it really gloomy .
Let ' s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large .
Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper .
Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please .
What ' s that smell ?
Perhaps we should move on to the next listing .
Humph ! Right , so what did you get ?
Well , healthy food , of course ! I got some whole wheat bread , skimmed milk , fresh fish and organic carrots ...
Organic ? What ' s organic ? Do we need organic carrots ... ?
They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ...
Oh , so organic vegetables are the ' green ' option , right ?
Yup , better for the environment and better for us !
Wait a minute , what's that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ?
I like doughnuts .
Ok , I'll try her back then .
Ok , thank you .
Great . I hung out with Jo all day shopping , and the went out for dinner together .
Sounds a good weekend . You know it always amazes me that two people as different as you and Jo can become such close friends .
Yeah , I never thought we could be good friends either . We have our differences . She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed , but we still get along extremely well . We can talk for hours about anything .
That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes .
When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her .
It seems you two bring out the best of one another .
Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me .
Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other .
Thanks , I think so too .
Everything on it ?
Yes , please .
Would you like fries with that ?
I would love large curly fries .
Would you like anything to drink ?
Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi .
Will that be all ?
Yeah , that's it . Thank you .
Your total comes to $ 5 . 48 .
Here you go . Thank you very much .
Flight 36 to Washington . It ' ll be on the plane for you .
Oh , thank you . Thank you very much .
Please count on my love .
I will .
I'll be yours through endless time .
I see . And I'll always be devoted to you .
Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry .
I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie .
My love will grow , like a river to flow .
It can't be dry , and can't die .
I don't know whether we are in a dream .
Aha , Aha ...
But I can't resist a good dinner .
Is rice your staple food , too ?
Needless to say , as a Westerner , it's bread .
I just want to make sure that there is possibility of giving us a loan .
And they , too , want to make sure their loan is worthwhile .
Yes , but he was supposed to be back by now .
Maybe you'll call his home .
do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already ?
it might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Didn't you notice the roses everywhere ?
I hear it's Chinese Valentine's Day ! Don't you know ?
Oh , God . I just forgot it . I should have brought roses for my girlfriend .
It's not too late . Go to buy some now .
Welcome , Mr . Foster , if you would have a seat in the lounge area , our hostess will be ready to seat you in just a moment .
We are going to have a drink while we are waiting . Please let the hostess know that she can find us there .
She will come and let you know when your table is prepared .
Those patio tables are new , aren't they ? Would it be possible to be seated out there ?
An outside table is available right now if you would like to be seated immediately .
We would love to sit outside . Thanks for your help !
Here is your table , and now may I take your drink order while you are considering what to have for dinner ?
Yes , could you please bring us a pitcher of margaritas and four glasses while we are figuring out our dinner order ?
I'll put your drink order in and be right back to get your dinner order .
We'll be ready to order by the time you get back !
Well , haven't you ever heard people say that there is always one piece of clothes missing from a woman's wardrobe ?
I have and I can prove that is 100 % true for you .
Loving to look beautiful is women's nature . In fact , I am thinking about going to my favorite clothing shop today .
No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic .
Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size .
OK . Do you have the receipt with you ? I think they will ask you to show them the receipt first .
What kind of job are you looking for ?
Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
I'll need your Bank Card , please . Your Bank Book is required for over the counter services ; with the ATM you just need to have your card .
Let's get started . First , select the service you require . That's household bill payment for you . Then we select the type of bill , so that's landline ... here you go . Your bill for this month comes to 87 . 42 RIB . The money will come out of your account and go straight to the phone company .
Well , that is easy ! It sure beats waiting in line for ages waiting to deal with a real person !
Why do you look unhappy ?
I ' m rather disappointed at not being able to see my best friend off .
Oh , cheer up . He ' ll understand you .
Thank you for telling me that .
But remind you , there are some forbidden activities .
What are they ? I ' ll be careful .
Don ' t use office phones for personal matters .
I got it .
Never ever come to work drunk , also smoking in the office is not allowed .
I see .
I don't know . Maybe the same . Actually , this is my first time being in a bar .
Oh , then it's my honor to be here with you . I can see now why you've been so curious about the bar stuff . You like this place ?
Sure . I love this place , especially the decoration . So tasteful !
Yeah . Other than that , the real feature are the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ?
Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in .
Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ?
Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move .
I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention .
Cool . Thanks .
Why don't you go sightseeing ?
It isn't a good time because there must be many tourists in the scenic spots . What about your plans ?
I intend to stay at home for the whole seven days and have a good rest .
Unbelievable ! Parking in this city is such a nightmare !
Madam , patience is a virtue .
Oh , gosh ! I have to go to the restroom so bad ! I can't bear it anymore !
I'm sure a spot will open up soon .
Oh , look ! There's a spot open next to the public restroom ! Can I take it ?
I'm a freelance English teacher . How about you ?
I'm in between jobs at the moment .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
200 bucks for a piece of junk like that ? That's a ripped-off .
What do you mean ?
It's not worth it .
Oh , I guess I really did get ripped off .
Where are you going ?
We're going to visit my sister in the city .
I didn't know your sister lives in the city , when did she move there ?
About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library .
I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ?
Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes .
Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway .
I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now .
Doesn't your mother live in the city ?
Yes , she's lived there for about ten years .
I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then .
I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now .
Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker .
See you later .
Yes , but I've nearly fixed it . Just take it , will you ?
Oh , yes , of course . I'm sorry-I wasn't thinking ...
what ' the matter ?
the food station was as crowded as usual . I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich , and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone .
I see . You simply can't blame the server for this .
yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district .
that's true .
anyway , how was your such , Catherine ?
it was good . I brough lunch from home today .
you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America .
well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy .
i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat .
yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ?
you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America .
well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places .
seriously ?
yeah , it's hard to believe but true .
You don ' t know ? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones .
You know what we will get ?
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
I went down to change some money , right ?
Yes . We need some . How much did you change ?
I wanted to change around 5000 dollars . And you know the exchange rate .
Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ?
Not today .
What do you mean ?
I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board . At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something .
Why ?
Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar .
Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ?
I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense .
Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ?
So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true . They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar .
That's amazing ! Really ? How could it change so much in two days ?
Are you kidding She is behind the times . That style went out last year .
Oh , come on , as long as it looks good on her .
Well , you ' re really as out-dated as she is .
You ' re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style
No wonder you never buy me a new dress .
Perhaps people should stop eating animals . We could grow more crops .
What would you do with all the animals ? You couldn ' t just let them go . Besides , some people would still hunt them . Meat has become an integral part of our diet .
We could provide them with better conditions anyway . We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos . We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible .
That ' s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ' s good for kids to see wild animals .
I agree . I ' m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ' t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways .
I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced .
That ' s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well .
Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare .
Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals .
Yes , I have . They do an excellent job .
I ' d like to know why you ' re always taking credit for work we ' Ve done together like that line in the new Ice Cream ad ?
That was my line , Mark . I know we worked on the ad together , but that was definitely my line .
Well , drop by if you can .
I will , do you want me to bring anything ?
No , just bring yourself . I hope to see you there .
Well , I guess Zina figured you couldn't blow it if you were in the hotel room .
She even stayed at a different hotel . She said I might be contagious .
Well , at least we have Stars . com . That'll be great publicity .
What was that ?
Nothing ! Anyway , you ' re right , there ' s no reason this has to be nasty . My lawyer tells me you ' Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement-I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ' s done ... finally .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
OK , do you know what kind of food will be served ?
Well , his wife is Japanese . He said she makes really good sushi .
Hmm , that's a bit of a challenge . Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine . Well , let's see . have to be a white wine , of course .
Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ?
No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish .
I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ?
Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand .
Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ?
That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay .
Let's see . The label says it's got " attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . " Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now .
It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely .
All right . What varietal is that ?
Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess .
And you think this is a good wine ?
Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma .
Perfect ! I'll take it !
Which guy ?
The guy in the blue shirt at the table by the window .
I can't see him . Where ?
Right there .
Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ...
Yes , it's Mel Gibson .
Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ?
I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ?
I can't do that .
Why not ?
I don't know . I dropped out at $ 250 .
You didn't watch the end of the auction ?
No . It wasn't the super bargain I thought it was .
Mary said Jack was cheating on her . Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown . One day , May saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
Really ? I ' m very surprised . He doesn ' t look like a guy who ' d ever do that sort of thing , right ?
No , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
Maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
How so ?
He is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
Poor Mary ! She really liked him .
Anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
Do you think they ' ll get back together ?
No , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
So do I .
Do I have to remind you that your grandma is arriving tonight ?
Oh , my God , I forgot grandma's coming !
Yes , so this place had better be clean . You know Grandma ...
... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat .
And Steve is going to look after you until we come back .
Turn on the shower .
It's getting cold .
Ok . I'll check the heater . Dry yourself with the towel first .
And I hear he gives very good lectures .
Indeed . He ' s strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared .
Would you like to be my guide ?
I'd be very pleased .
It ' s just the right size-a perfect fit ! Have you seen anything you like ?
I ' m thinking about buying this sweater . I know it ' s june now , but it will be perfect for autumn and winter .
It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ?
Yes , it ' s half price . It ' s supposed to be too large-that ' s the fashion .
I might get one too , but in a different colour . I prefer light blue to while .
There . It looks great , don ' t you think ? I ' m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I need a new pair . I ' m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter .
I ' m getting this beret -- doesn ' t it look cool ? I ' d like to get some jeans too , but I don ' t have enough cash on me .
Don ' t worry . I ' Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later .
Thanks ! Now I don ' t need to come back to the shop a second time .
Do you charge for delivery ?
Wo will deliver the goods to you for free .
Very good . Could you deliver it to this address ?
Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number .
OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ?
No later than tomorrow .
Thanks .
By the way , my name is Liu Wei .
Hi , I ' m Susan Marshall . You can call me Susan . Nice to meet you .
What do you do , Susan ?
Well , I ' m a college student . How about you ?
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
Such a thing exists ?
Fortunately , yes . You're blushing !
Am I ? Um ... my face gets red when I walk too fast .
You're embarrassed , aren't you ? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy . The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her ...
I'm glad you could come to see us off . I have enjoyed your interpreting . You have done a wonderful job . I hope you be my interpreter again next time I'm here .
I hope so , too .
It's hard to tear myself away from your friendly people and your ancient country , but nothing lasts for ever . I have to go back home this time , but I'm sure I'll return very soon .
I'm really glad to hear that
Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon .
Good-bye , Mr White . A happy journey home , and hope to see you again soon .
Can I ask for a leave ?
Of course , if necessary .
Are there any other jobs waiting for me in the future ?
Seldom .
That's OK . How can my salary be improved ?
Your quantity sold is beyond the required by more than 30 % .
You stopped just in time . Good for you !
I braked as hard as I could .
Well , I ' Ve been going to Athletic Express , but I don ' t like it there .
Really ? Why not ? I hear it ' s pretty good .
The people don ' t really work out there . They just stand around and talk all the time .
Oh , it ' s one of those places .
Yeah , is your club different ?
Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ' t so many people .
Do they have a lot of equipment ?
Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna .
Sounds nice . What about classes ?
The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too .
Wow , that sounds great .
Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ' t you come with me tonight ?
Really ? Thanks . I ' ll stop by when I get off work .
Perfect . See you later .
O . K . , see you .
Each mp belongs to a political party , right ?
Almost all of them do . A few are independent . That means that they do not belong to a party . If one party more than half of the mp ' s . they form a government . That means that they choose a prime minister can cabinet members .
What ' s a cabinet ?
This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ' s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy .
Can any mp make a law ?
Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law .
I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties .
Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ' s . most mp ' s vote the way their party wants them to .
How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ?
They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Votes who often change the party they vote for are called floating voters .
Half past six ... and it's half past six already .
Oh , we've got plenty of time .
We haven't . Hurry up !
All right . Let ' s go .
And about time too .
And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
Well , I have a problem with my class schedule .
What is it ?
It seems that I've been given two classes scheduled at the same time .
I can understand the problem with that .
Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ?
No problem , do you want those classes still ?
Yes , I do .
Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day .
Thank you very much .
Here's some sugar .
Thanks .
Yes . Please tell him that he is expected to have an interview with the CEO of ABC company tomorrow morning at 10:00 .
Could you please speak in a louder voice ? There may be something wrong with your receiver .
OK , I will repeat what I said loudly .
Have you filled out an application form ?
Yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ?
Yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
Yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
Yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
That's very convenient .
It is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
Yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
The maximum is $ 1000 .
Is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
Yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the account . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
That's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
They're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you ?
That would be great .
When do you want it delivered ?
I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ?
What time exactly ?
I need it delivered at 12 .
We can have it to you at that time .
That's not a problem ?
We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock .
That's great ! Thank you very much .
The water wagon .
What water wagon ?
The wagon with the water , of course .
That ' s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard .
No , you can ' t do that . There isn ' t much water in the wagon . And we need the water for drinking .
That one is one hundred and fifty dollars .
One hundred and fifty dollars ? What about this other one over here ?
That ' s one hundred and forty .
Hmm ... that ' s a bit out of my price range . Can you give me a better deal ?
This is an exclusive design by marco ! It ' s a bargain at that price .
Well , I don ' t know . I think I ' ll shop around .
Okay , okay , how about one hundred dollars ?
That ' s still more than I wanted to spend . What if I take both dresses ?
Okay , I can give you a special discount , just because you seem like a nice person . One hundred and ninety dollars for both .
I don ' t know ... It ' s still a bit pricey ... Thanks anyway .
my final price ! One hundred dollars for both ! That ' s two for the price of one . That ' s my last offer !
Great ! You ' Ve got a deal !
We hope to make a decision in the next few days . We'll notify you of our decision by mail , is this convenient for you ?
Yes . Thank you very much . I am looking forward to hearing from you .
Good luck to you , good-bye .
Good-bye .
Why not ? The whole idea is superstitious .
But some people use this occasion to create trouble . Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer ? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth .
I know that . But that has nothing to do with being unlucky . Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people .
Well , come and talk to me then .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the radio then ?
Turn on the radio ? What for ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to some music ? And who ' ll cook dinner ? Will you ?
Ok , I will . But let ' s go to a disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate pop .
Oh , right ! Do you have many exams at the end of each semester ?
That depends . Some semesters have many , some don't . And some courses don't have exams but only ask for papers . That's easy .
And when do you prepare for your final exam ?
Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam .
Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ?
Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them .
Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart !
But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late .
Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ?
Yes , some people even pack up his bed quilt and sleep there . That's a little bit crazy .
You sound exhausted . Maybe you should hire a nanny to help you out ! She can pick the kids up and take them to their after-school activities . She can also help you do some household chores , and run some errands .
Oh , I don ' t know ... it ' s hard to find the right nanny . You have to consider her previous work experience , the responsibilities you give her , and how she interacts with the kids . I would love to have someone to help me out , though .
I think you should definitely consider it ! This way you won ' t have to juggle such a busy schedule , and you ' ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings . I can refer you this great nanny Amy . She used to work for my neighbors , before they moved away . She ' s very responsible , a good cook , and great with kids .
Oh , that ' s great . Thanks Grace . Can you give me her number ? I ' ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow . Maybe this way I won ' t be so tired every day , and Dan and I might even get to go on a date once in a while .
What kinds of books do you like to read ?
Literature and economy .
By the way , would you like to see movies ?
That's OK .
What do you do in your spare time ?
I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes .
I just like to sleep like a lazy cat .
That's a bad habit .
Well , this is my first paycheck here in the States and there are a few things I don't understand . First of all , what is this FICA , and SUI Y tax , and why are there deductions both for Medicare and for my health insurance plan ?
OK , let's start from the top of your pay stub . This number here represents your gross pay .
Then here we have a series of deductions . First off are the federal ones . FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act , or something like that . It's your federal income tax . And then there's Social Security and Medicare , which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work .
All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now .
That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take .
Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes -- one at a state level and one at a federal level ?
That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead .
I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan .
No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation .
Yeah , I guess it's the same in the UK , I just never paid much attention . See you later !
Yeah . We should have more roads built .
I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems .
You know , I'm a compulsive overeater . I got to watch what I eat .
More physical exercise may help to keep your weight down .
You said it .
Have you found a particular item from the card catalogue ?
Yes , but I don't think they are enough for me .
Oh , maybe you can find something from the New York Times , or the Washington Post during that period .
That's a good idea . Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
I need to excise my arms too . How can I do that ?
One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ' t want to drop them on your feet !
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
But I don't even know what to study .
If I had chance again , I'd major in English . You're good at language .
That's what my parents want me to do .
You should take their advice . They know what's best for you .
But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing .
But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun .
Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age .
And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too .
You're right . Thank you for the advice .
How about Sunday then ?
Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ?
Does six thirty suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Shirley .
What's your son's name ?
Daniel .
Can you describe his appearance to me ?
He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1 . 4 meters .
OK , I see . Dear Daniel , please come to the broadcasting station when you've heard this , your mother is waiting for you . If other tourists see a boy in a blue sportswear and a pair of white sportsshoes , 1 . 4 meters , please ask him to go to the broadcasting station . Thank you !
Yes , let's go . Lock the door , please .
All right .
That sounds good . Let me see one .
Here's the latest model -- Digital Barbie .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
I am not feeling well .
What is bothering you ?
I think I am beginning to have an asthma attack .
Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ?
No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there .
Do you need a ride home ?
I live in the dorms across the street , so I ' ll be OK .
OK , then , hope you feel better soon . Check your e-mail for missed assignments .
What do you do in order to improve your English ?
I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things . Most importantly , I practice every chance I get .
It ' s a good idea to have a radio , isn ' t it ?
Sure . It ' s like understanding on the telephone -- -- you can ' t see the speaker ! It ' s great for improving listening comprehension .
It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ' t it ?
It certainly does . But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress .
I must have taken a wrong turn .
it doesn ' t matter . Go back the way you came . After about five kilometers , you ' ll see a hotel on the side of the road . It ' s a big one . You can ' t miss it .
and then ?
take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ' ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall .
thanks a lot .
you ' re welcome .
by the way , how long does it take ?
without traffic , it takes about an hour .
I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ?
yes , I think so . It doesn ' t close until 5 o ' clock . You still have plenty of time .
great ! Thank you !
my pleasure , and have a good time !
Here you are .
Good . Here is the receipt . The dispensary is over there ... By the way , will this be covered by your insurance from work ?
No , I'll e paying for myself , but I have private medical insurance .
In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed .
Thanks a lot .
Don't lose this receipt , because insurance companies are very difficult about helping when they don't have the right paperwork .
But I don't think I'll ever show my liking to math .
No , that's all for now . What does it come to ?
$ 10 .
I wonder if we can change the temperature .
I tried before . There are no buttons on the air conditioning .
There must be buttons . How do they turn it on and off ?
I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk .
Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep .
I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them .
What did they say about the air conditioning ?
They said it is centrally controlled . All the rooms are the same . They can't change it .
That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ?
You can wear more clothes .
You are going to take courses ?
Yes . I am going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won't you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
What do you mean by that ?
I mean if you don ' t sell your shares now , it ' s quite likely that you ' ll end up losing your shirt .
Is that so ?
Absolutely . Take my word for it .
What do you think his strengths are ?
Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations .
I'd rather get one with separated speakers . They give a clear sound .
Yes , but we shouldn't get any thing too big . Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture .
That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony .
Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration .
Could I have a few more minutes ?
Of course . I will be here minutes later .
Is that true ?
Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later .
Thanks .
Yesterday I met Mary , and she told me her husband often made pass at his secretary .
After all the crises they have survived together , her husband should do such things . She must feel that she ' s been stabbed in the back .
Not sure yet . How about you pop the hood and we can take a look . Mmmm , it doesn ' t look good .
What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ' s brand new !
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
Great ! When can your technicians come to our factory ?
They are working in another factory to provide maintenance right now . Let me call them and see whether they have solved the problem . Please wait a moment .
I've just contacted our technicians . They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon . Can you tell me your factory's address , so they can find you easier ?
That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation .
To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time .
Thank you again !
How nice seeing the sun back again ! The air is so fresh .
I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time .
Well , the weather is so unpredictable this time of year .
You're right . We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow .
Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain .
The weatherman predicts a fine day today .
The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast .
All right . Would you make coffee yourself when you are at home ?
Not very often . Making coffee is a bit troublesome . Most of the time , I just buy takeout at Starbucks . And also , I quite like instant coffee .
I think instant coffee is becoming more and more popular . Though its taste is not perfect , it's really cheap and convenient .
Exactly . Nescafe is the world's favorite coffee . People love it all over the world .
I agree . I heard that in the western countries , almost everyone likes coffee . Is that true ?
Yes . No doubt about that . For us , coffee is more a living style rather than a simple drink . I heard Chinese people don't drink that much coffee .
No , we don't , especially the elder people . But more and more young people fall for coffee nowadays .
I suppose so . That's probably why there are so many wonderful coffee houses in China now .
So it has attracted more and more customers these days .
Yes , therefore they are expanding the scope of their service . For example , hotels can be booked through the same site as well .
I'm trying to turn it on , but it won't work .
Try checking the connections .
Which ones are you referring to ?
The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet .
Is that why it won't turn on ?
If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on .
I did not know that .
You should check the connections .
I'm going to do that .
Tell me if it's still not working .
Thank you . Please fill out the Baggage Declaration Form .
All right . Shall I enter all my belongings ?
No , only the articles listed on the Declaration .
Straight ahead to the traffic lights , left and then right .
That's it . It'll take you about five minutes .
Thank you very much .
Where should I change for the Park ?
At Tinge Depot .
But I don't know which stop is Tinge Depot .
I will remind you to get off .
Thank you .
My pleasure .
Yes , I'm looking forward to meeting everybody and getting started on my new job .
First day is often exciting , isn't it ? Here , let me show you to your desk . You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office . How do you like it ?
This is wonderful . Thank you for doing all this for me , Miss Lee .
You are welcome . And , please call me Betty .
Of course , I did , but when I was ten ! Trick - or-treating is for kids , plus , I ' m sure people will think you ' re a kidnapper or something , running around with kids NCP at night .
Whatever , I ' m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms !
That's right . The meeting is very important . Where shall the guests be received before the meeting begins ?
In the dining room . It's spacious there .
We'll have several foreign guests to attend the meeting .
I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English .
Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ?
We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ?
Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments .
All right , I see .
that ' s right . We ' ll finish them just in time . The Macy project can wait for the time being . We need to spend several days on that project , but it isn ' t due to be finished until the end of the month , s
from next week on , we should be in less of a rush .
I ' m going to give everyone on the team an extra day off . Everyone deserves it .
don ' t say that yet . A new project could suddenly appear .
that ' s true . Right . I ' m going back to the meeting . It ' s been going on for hours and there ' s no indication that it ' ll end soon .
carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work .
good . I have to go right now . I really hope this meeting doesn ' t last too long .
they usually go on for ages .
I ' ll stop by if I have time later . Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines .
I will . Enjoy your meeting !
No , this is the second time . But I also feel bad because of the lower pressure and the jet lag .
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
I'm being attacked by hordes of cockroaches !
Oh , my gosh , they're back ? Another room at once , sir , plus a full refund , of course .
Thank you very much . This has been a most unsettling experience .
Sir , our guests are our reason for being .
Great ! How much is it for a copy ?
The price per copy is ten cents .
That sounds reasonable . I'll be down there immediately .
There shouldn't be any long lines , sir .
Then open that window . Yeah , that one .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
I'm fine too , thank you .
I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening . Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
What sports do you like best ?
Football . It ' s a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists , scientist and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Thanks .
Sorry , Becky can ' t come to the phone right now .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
You had been walking for 6 hours , isn ' t that boring ?
Of course not ! We built a snowman , some snow dogs and one big snow fort . We went sliding on the nice hill . It was a real work out . At noon , we had the most special winter picnic outside . Fortunately , we got it all on a video tape . You must come with us next time . I bet you will love it .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
Of course . As we provide many different services for all of our valued customers , we like to give than a special place to do their business with us .
I think of myself as a valued customer . What services can you offer me ?
There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest . It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances .
Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ?
There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ...
The list goes on and on !
Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management .
So , I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7 . That's really thoughtful of you . And I have to say , I love the new look of the bank .
OK . Please open your luggage , and I'll tell you what you should declare .
All right . Here you are .
You should declare the camera and the film . Do you have alcohol ?
Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends .
How many bottles have you got with you ?
Four bottles .
I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many .
What shall I do with my two more bottles ?
You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe .
All right , thank you , see you .
See you . Have a good journey .
As a result of your performance , we are happy to offer you the position of manager .
Does this title come with an increase in salary ?
Yes , it does .
Can you give me the specifics ?
Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 .
That sounds fair .
OK . I understand .
Or we can call you tomorrow coming .
Well , I would prefer you to call me up tomorrow at 6:30
No problem . Good night .
Yes , all right . So why ? Go on then . Say it . Oh , really , Mark . I promise I'm not going to be angry . Now why were you late ?
I forgot .
You forgot ? You ...
Ah , ah , you promised , and remember ?
I would get Fuji 200 film for taking photos of natural beauty .
Thank you so much . You're an expert .
What about Next Monday ?
No problem . See you next Monday .
And bring you homework with you , please .
Oh , must I ?
Yes , you must .
I have to tell you that I can't be in today and tomorrow .
So sorry to hear that . What's wrong with you ?
I feel sick and coughed a lot at night .
Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor .
Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days .
That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ?
I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not .
Well , take care of yourself . And hope you will be better as soon as possible .
If he doesn't change his attitude toward his work , I don't think a new job can make any difference .
It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm to tell the future .
Oh , you mean palm reading . I've seen that before , but I don't believe in it .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Will you please put all your luggage on the scale ?
I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
yeah , that's right . If no one sends me test messages , I'll go crazy .
actually , this is a kind of addiction called " infomania " or " information overload " .
addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
absolutely .
do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information .
You have a choice of vegetables , green peas , lima beans or spinach .
I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done .
Yes , sir . What would you want to drink , coffee , tea or milk ?
A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar .
The cream and sugar are on the table , sir .
Oh , yes .
Would you like to order some dessert ?
What comes with the special ?
Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake .
I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream .
Yes , sir .
Waiter , may I have my check , please ?
Here you are , sir . Pay the cashier at the door .
This Friday , I'm throwing a party .
Oh really ? I didn't know that .
Are you serious ?
I haven't heard anything about it .
Can you make it ?
What time does it start ?
The party starts at 8 .
Yeah , I think I'll go .
Am I going to see you there ?
You will .
Who supports the family ?
My father supports the family , and he is the sole breadwinner . My mother is a housewife .
Do you live with your family ?
Yes , we live a happy life together .
What's up ?
I have a friend . He is my best friend and he wants to learn English . He would pay about 100 yuan per hour . Are you interested ?
I don't know .
So I take it you are not interested .
No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then .
Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule .
That will be fine . When can I see him ?
Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule .
Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon .
How are you going to get there ?
By bus , of course .
I am sure my friend can give you a ride .
Great . By the way , what does your friend do ?
He is a lawyer .
Ok , see you then .
See you .
Oh , you see , we are on the 8th floor , and moving into the 6th floor in another building . It is about 15 kilometers to get there .
OK , the cost depends on the floor to move to , the distance between two places and the amount of the furniture to move .
How much will it cost in that case ?
Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please .
Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving .
No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving .
The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ?
OK . If any of the articles was damaged during moving , you may make a claim for compensation with our department .
It's blue , Samsonite bag .
What are your room number and your name , please ?
This is room eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen .
Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago .
My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot .
You're quite welcome .
But I doubt the authority because most of the recommendation letters of the university are the same .
More and more people have the same discoveries since most of the universities do that in order to save effort .
I ' m glad you are enjoying yourself .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Can I get you another glass of champagne ?
Yes , I ' d love another glass . You ' re a wonderful host . Thank you for everything .
It ' s my pleasure having you here .
Any rain ?
No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
Great , thanks .
No problem . Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up , though . We don ' t get that many English singers !
Oh , I see .
He got arrested on Friday night and spent the night in jail .
No . Really , what happened ?
Well , it was all a big mistake , actually . He got home on Friday night really late , and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients , so he was really drunk .
Was he out with the guys from the bank ?
Yes , I think so .
Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk .
Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know .
Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife .
No , she left him last year .
Oh , really ? Do you know why ?
Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ?
He lost his wallet and keys .
Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police .
Oh , no .
Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story
So then what happened ?
Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out .
Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation .
Yes , I know .
What can I do for you today ?
I would like to deposit some money .
Are you depositing cash or a check ?
I want to deposit cash .
How much are you depositing ?
I would like to deposit $ 300 .
What account do you want your money in ?
I want to deposit it into my checking account .
Do you need anything else ?
No . That ' s all . Thank you .
Yes , would you like smoking or non-smoking ?
We'd like a non-smoking room , please .
No problem . Follow me , please .
Just get over here !
Come in ! Quickly !
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
It is not your mother finding one for you ?
I will find one myself , of course . I ' m a modern girl .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated virgin , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
Me , too . I want to be a volunteer for 2008 Beijing Olympics .
That's cool . Care for a little quiz on that ?
No problem . I'm an ' Olympic expert ' .
Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ?
The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece .
Good . Why do people name it Olympics ?
They name it after the place where it was first held .
Who started the modern Olympics ?
This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin .
What did people call him ?
Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' .
What did he do for restoring the Olympics ?
He once made a speech on the ' Renaissance of the Olympics ' .
Well , that's for all . Excellent !
I've told you I'm an expert .
You paid the last time , because I didn't have any money , remember ?
Oh , come on , I almost forgot . Don't worry about it . I didn't mind picking up the tab last time .
But you really should let me treat one time , I feel like I own you one if I didn't .
Ok , but it's only for this time .
What's the damage ?
It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % .
Check , please .
She was hit by a car . Luckily , she wasn't seriously hurt .
Let's buy some flowers , and pay her a visit
We'll have to hurry ; visiting hours will be over soon
OK . Let's go
So , it is the 27th Teachers ' Day .
What will you do on Teachers ' Day ?
I am going to send Mr . Li some flowers . What about you ?
I intend to invite him to dinner .
why ? What happened ?
I messed up my mid-term exam so badly today !
it's just one exam . Can you re-take the exam ?
yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed !
why didn't you do a good job ?
I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank .
do you think you studied enough for the exam ?
no ...
what did you do last night ?
I watched TV .
did you study at all last night for your exam ?
no , not really .
I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ?
tomorrow .
alright . Get out your books and I'll help you prepare .
I mean look at all these magnificent tall buildings around us .
yes , look over there . That's the Empire State Building . My book says it's 102 stories tall .
it's quite famous but don't you think it looks a bit old-fashioned ?
you're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering .
what other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ?
quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St . Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark
what's there after that ?
well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world .
what are all they for ?
most of them are office buildings , huge department stores , and hotels but some are just private homes . New York is one of the financial centers of the words so there are lots of very expensive places .
How was it ?
Its 3D animation is attractive and its colorful scenes are also unforgettable .
It is said that The Hurt Locker got the Award of Best Picture . What do you think about this ?
Well , its theme is moving and profound , so from the academic aspect , this is its advantage to win the award .
Her parents scolded her severely and she's very depressed now .
At a time like this , what she needs is a pat on the back rather than a blame .
We've been on this bus for a while now .
You're right .
Should we have gotten off the bus already ?
I don't think so .
I thought you knew .
Maybe we did miss our stop .
Really ?
I'm positive that we missed our stop .
I'm never catching the bus with you again .
My mistake .
Yes , I think so . My friend once used it mostly to play chess , but now he has learnt how to do other things on the Internet .
There's no doubt the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium . It'll connect hundreds of millions of customers and open up huge markets for all kinds of products and services .
That's true . I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net . Customers , in turn , can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered .
Yeah . It'll be a shoppers heaven . That's the use of net in E-commerce .
We are putting together a birthday party for Mary .
That sounds like fun . Where will it be ?
We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house .
Oh good ! Can I bring anything ?
We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes .
I am assuming that the dress is casual .
Dress casually and bring your bathing suit !
Wonderful . Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there .
How come ?
I'm not practicing enough .
Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ?
When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese .
You should always keep in mind , the more you practice , the better English you can speak .
Excellent ! Our company has more than ten years of experience in the adventure tourism and sports field . Let me show you some options . This is our most popular choice , our river guides will take you
I don ' t really think I ' m ready to throw myself down a river full of jagged rocks in a rubber boat or go up in the air in a wicker basket held up by an oversize balloon . What else do you have ?
Well , in that case , we can take you hang gliding with one of our experienced instructors . It ' s the closest you can get to flying .
What ? You mean strap myself to a flimsy kite ? No , thank you ! Next !
Mmm . OK . Well , why don ' t you tell me a little bit more about what you would like ? We have everything from mountain biking , to rock climbing to street luge .
I ' m thinking something exciting but safer .
I have the perfect option , this package will take you on a hiking trip through the Himalayas for three days and afterwards there ' s a dog sledding journey !
That ' s more like it !
I ' m terribly sorry about that . We could take it back and deliver a new one to you early next week . Would that suit you ?
Well , I'm hosting a dinner party this weekend . Couldn ' t you make it any sooner ?
Please hold on , I'll just check with the delivery department .
OK , thank you .
Not if you take off your jacket .
Nothing . Just watching TV .
I ' Ve got two tickets for a newly released film . Would you like to see it with me ?
Sure . What time ?
The film will start at 2
Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ?
In my parking lot , at 2pm .
All right . See you then .
My mattress was supposed to be delivered today .
Is there a problem ?
The delivery people showed up four hours late .
I apologize for their tardiness .
I was late for work because of them .
Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience .
I want my money back for the delivery .
Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem .
It shouldn't be a problem .
I'm going to refund your money right now .
The weather this weekend is supposed to be warm .
Will it be good beach weather ?
I think it will be .
It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend .
I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm .
This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen .
I know . Every day the weather seems different .
I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable .
That would make it easier for us to make plans .
I know . Things are easier when you know what the weather's going to be like .
He ' s not very good at the long jump though , is he ?
He ' s not bad . He can jump a distance of over four meters . I think he just prefers running to jumping . Jimmy ' s very good at the high jump . He can jump over two meters . Again , that ' s fine for someone hi
Two meters ? That means that the high jump bar is above his head ! Are any of them good at long-distance running ?
The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes .
How are they at swimming ?
They ' re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ' s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ' re not very fast , but that ' s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape .
Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters .
I ' d be afraid to jump from that height !
I think that these kinds haven ' t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher .
It seems that they really enjoy to go faster , higher and further .
Yes , here you go .
I'd like to have some local specialties . Would you recommend for me , please ?
Sure , the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant .
OK . We'll take it .
Anything else ?
A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce .
How about drink ?
Coffee , only black coffee ,
The flight to Huston takes off daily every two hours from 6:00 to 11:00 pm . So you don't need a reservation . Seats are available on a ' first come , first served ' basis .
Oh , that's quite convenient . Thank you .
Not for the others , but for me . I was in the library going over my lessons when suddenly one of my roommates came in . He told me that I was wanted on the phone in my dormitory , and that person would call me again several minutes later .
Did you hurry back to the bedroom ?
Yes . I went back to the dorm only to find my roommates laughing and shouting " April Fool , April Fool " .
Oh , your classmates took you in .
Only then did I realize it was April Fools ' Day .
Certainly . Here's a mirror .
I'm afraid it's too narrow across the shoulders . Do you have a larger one ?
Yes . This one must fit you .
It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ?
I'm afraid not , sir .
What a pity !
Shut up . You should think how to make fortunes , not look for a squabble .
I'm so bored . I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning .
Me too . Do you think we are boring people ?
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
I want to go camping , you know , just get a way for the weekend . I'm not sure I'll be able to , though .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how it goes .
Yes , I'm parched .
What did you want to drink ?
I was thinking about getting a soda .
Do you know that soda doesn't quench your thirst ?
Why not ?
Soda is really bad for you .
I don't know what else to drink .
You're supposed to drink water when you're dehydrated .
I would like some water .
That's what will keep you from being thirsty .
don't be silly . You guys should spend as much time together as you can . Besides we can go to the beach anytime .
thanks for understanding .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
well , I think you should come and have some fun . Besides you never know maybe he likes you as well . You should at least try .
We enjoy it too !
How long have you lived here ?
About four years now .
Well , it is very beautiful .
Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink .
Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside !
I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice .
Mango juice would be perfect . Thank you !
May I have a magazine or something ?
Certainly . Just a moment . I'll be right back with one . Which do you prefer , one in English or in Chinese ?
One in English , please .
All right , ma'am .
Do you know what produce is on sale ?
I don't know . Check the flyer or check with the produce person .
I know , but I'm really hot .
I'd strongly recommend that you wait for a while before going swimming .
Is the bus station close by ?
Yeah , it's a block away down the street .
How about at a formal dinner ?
At a formal dinner , you wait for your hostess to put hers on her lap first .
I saw her husband have it out with her yesterday .
I think Mary must be sad , because she loves her husband very much .
OK , that's fine . Thank you .
You are welcome .
What did the doctor say ?
He said that he had a really bad cold .
Shall we go back home now ?
The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription .
I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ?
Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription .
Now what ?
I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again .
Okay , this is the third time .
What ? How come ? The third time ?
You don't have to know . Bye for now .
Be careful .
Certainly , I can help you with that . Will that be the downtown or waterfront location ?
The waterfront location .
What date do you plan to check in ?
I'd like to check in on October 12th and check out the 15th .
Okay , let me see what we have . For how many ?
One . And , if possible , I'm looking for a non-smoking room .
Sure , we have a non-smoking queen with an ocean view for $ 189 or a standard room with a courtyard view for $ 139 a night .
I'd like to book the standard room .
Okay , your last name ?
Rama .
And , your first name ?
Jeff .
Okay , I have you booked in a standard non-smoking queen , checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th . What major credit card would you like to use to guarantee the reservation ?
A Visa .
The number and expiration ?
It's 7388-2424- 3535-1818 and the expiration is 05/08 .
Your confirmation number is PD672 . Is there anything else I help you with ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
Have a nice day and thanks you for calling Dutton Hotels .
Jack always lives by his wits and he cannot support his family .
He had better make a change .
We expect the goods to be on the market before the end of December to catch up with the Spring Festival sales .
I can understand your position . We can not make any promise , but we'll try our best .
Yes , I believe so . How should I compensate for this ?
I am afraid , Ma'am , you have to pay 100 US dollars since you lost the key .
What ? 100 US dollars ? Is it covered by the insurance ?
I am afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
Well , welcome to our country . I trust you are having a pleasant stay ?
Oh , yes . It's amazing here . I don't think I ever want to go home again !
That's the opinion of most people . Do you have your passport with you ? I'll need to see that and you'll need to fill in this withdrawal form .
Fine . Here you go .
How much would you like to withdraw ?
Is it OK to withdraw USD ?
That's fine .
OK , 200 USD , please .
Here's your money , your card and your passport . Please double check the amount for me .
Perfect . Thanks !
Thanks . Gee , it's really light !
Yes , it is , isn't it ? A bit too light , really . What make have you got ?
I've got an old Ericsson . Here . Take a look .
Wow , that's really old .
Yes , I like collecting antiques .
Why don't you get a new one ?
I don't know . I like this one , and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones .
Really , what makes you say that ?
Well , I just need to make and receive calls , and it's quite reliable . I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things , the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong , you know ? I mean , this camera function , for instance-how often do you use it ?
Sometimes , but I guess not very often . It's more for fun . Sometimes when I'm on a trip , for example , I can take a picture and send it to my kids . Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately .
Well , that's nice I guess . So how many kids do you have ?
Three . Two boys and a girl .
Do you have any textbooks to help improve students ' reading skills ?
Let ' s see . These books here focus on grammar , and those are mainly for conversation practice ... Here we are . This book has short passages for students to read and answer questions about .
Great . That ' s just the sort of thing I'm looking for . Thanks .
I'm not sure how to find my next class .
Do you know what building that it's in ?
The C building , I think .
Well , that's not far away .
Could you point me in that direction ?
Do you know what the room number is ?
It's C261 .
My next class is around there .
Can you show it to me ?
Sure , let's go .
apparently , she's being given an award for donating so much money to charity .
she's very generous with her money . I think that's because she was poor when she was young .
I heard that she's one of the wealthiest women in the world .
I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base .
you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa .
did they mention that in the article ?
yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary .
that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has .
I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels .
it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room !
what a waste . It's good to see some stars that are more concerned with charity than status symbols .
" Tie a Yellow Ribbon on the Old Oak Tree " ? ! Where did you learn that song ?
Everyone in Taiwan knows it . Come on ! Sing with us !
I'm sorry , but I can't ! That's something my grandmother would sing !
Right . Let's go out and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery .
Great , let's go .
Wow , what a beautiful lake ! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery .
En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it .
I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey .
The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ...
I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good .
That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time .
Right . The city life has made us tired and out of energy , while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings .
Yes , I do .
Is there any furniture in it ?
Yes , it's fully furnished .
What's the rent for a year ?
15,000 Yuan , including water , but electricity and gas .
Where is it located ?
It's in International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes ' walk from the nearest subway station .
That's great . But can you make the rent cheaper , let's see , 12,000 Yuan ?
The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ?
OK . I will be free at tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there .
All right , see you .
Bring them to my wife's car .
Which one is hers ?
The blue SUV in front of the Honda .
What should I take first ?
That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law .
Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself .
Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back .
Where are you taking all this stuff ?
Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ?
You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month .
Yes , that's true , but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away .
What happened to this book ?
I dropped it , and the cover tore off .
I ' m going to have to charge you for the damage .
How much ?
It ' s only $ 5 .
That ' s not too bad .
I know it ' s not .
Here ' s the money for the book .
Thank you for your payment .
You are very welcome .
My name is Jane Greenwood . Glad to meet you .
I'm Mary Smith . Nice to meet you , too .
No , I just started working here at IBM , I am in the sale department .
What do you do there ?
I main market reasearch , and you ?
I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him .
Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ?
Yes , That's him over there - the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ?
Thanks , that's would be lovely . You ' r right , he is kind and nice looking .
It better be more than last year .
Well , anything is better than nothing . Wait and see .
I didn't know you have student tickets so I left them in my bag .
In that case , you have to buy two full fare tickets .
Here is the money .
Air mail , please .
Please put it on the Scale there . Seventy five cents .
Make it special delivery , please .
Oh , then it'll be one dollar twenty five cents . Thank you .
Eh ?
He says he's just arrived in Scotland . He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel . You know he's a member of the Y . H . A .
The what ?
The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association .
What else does he say ?
I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well .
What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you .
He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy .
Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ?
He can't write very much on a card , mum .
What can I help you with ?
I'm interested in putting some of my money into investment tools , you know , something other than stocks and such like . Do you have any ideas ?
Mmmm ... yes , many investors don't seem to be into stocks at the moment . Too risky ! How about Open-Ended funds ?
Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ?
Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us .
How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ?
Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each .
Is this the information here ? Well , let's take a look then ...
Thanks , Sue .
These are all the latest fashion . How do you like this white turtleneck one ?
I like this style . But do you have any other colors ? I feel that this color doesn't suit his complexion .
We also have it in grey .
Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ?
It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well .
Let me see . Yes , they are perfectly matched !
I guess I don't earn enough .
No , I think it's how you budget your life , that's the problem .
That's my business , not yours .
True enough , until the time comes that you need to take my money . I don't know where you're wasting your money but I think you need to take a look at what's really important .
So how do you survive from pay day to pay day ?
I don't just survive . I put money away as well . I know when I get paid where most of the cash will go , and I stick to my plan . If I follow a budget I don't have any nasty surprises .
I'm not disciplined enough I guess .
In a few months I'm planning to invest my money into some foreign companies . I think you need to reevaluate your spending habits .
After all , she is a five-year-old kid .
Ok , I'll go out and look for her .
I ' m afraid there is , Greg . I don ' t mind you taking a break . But you ' Ve been away from your desk for twenty-five minutes already .
I ' m sorry , Ms . Gray . I must have lost track of the time . I ' ll get back to work , now .
I ' m calling to see if you have made your decision . You are the right person we are seeking for .
Yes , I have decided to work with your company .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It ' s my honor to be one member of your company . I ' d like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
This year our company is offering a new plan especially for single people like you . I think you might be interested .
Thank you , but I've never thought about it before .
It's OK . I'll leave the pamphlet here . If you need more information , you can call me any time .
I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill .
That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
Well , I have just missed the place . How long does the tour take ?
2 hours . You won't get late for your train .
I hope so .
That ' s true . But even beyond that , there ' s the question of meeting the deadlines they ' Ve set .
Right . Look , why don ' t we make a list of the problems we ' re dealing with . It ' ll be easier to work through them that way .
I have been invited to teach Chinese at the University of Hawaii for two years .
Can I have a look at your letter of acceptance ?
Of course . Here you are .
That's OK . We'll contact you the moment we hear from home .
Will you please explain the meaning of this word ?
Yes , with pleasure .
Ted . room 2012 .
Mr . Ted , I have to apologize for that and I assure you it won't happy again .
Yes , Beijing has been grown over the last few years , there are a lot of improvements and changes being made for the Olympics . What would you like to see changing be made for Olympic , what would you like to see when are you here ?
I hope to have time to visit great wall when I am here , I always want to go there , I think it would be a real shame by came all the way in Beijing and didn't make out the wall , do you think I have a chance to see it ?
I can pretty sure it can be arranged , the wall is a short distance from the city , but we could make arrangements for driver to take us out to visit the great wall during when our afternoon breaks , I also recommend you to visit Tian'an Men Square and city while you add it !
Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ?
Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure , I hope your visit to Beijing is very enjoyable !
What kind of room do you have in mind ?
A twin room , please .
Hold on , please . ... I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Your tradition of throwing rice as they got into their car was interesting , but it didn't look like real rice to me .
It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
I want one that is easy to handle .
Try this one . You can get a picture by simply pressing the shutter .
That's good . What's the fee ?
I hear the school is very modern . It has the best equipments .
Yes . Do you know its name .
She said she would name it after her father .
Oh , I think she wants to do this thing in memory of her father .
Be my guest . Live Tech's digital cameras combine point-and-shoot simplicity with the ability to easily turn pictures into great-looking prints . Furthermore , it allows users to transfer pictures to a computer while the camera recharges .
Can I take a picture of you ? Seeing is believing .
Sure , Just push the button , like ...
I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! '
I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today .
I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves .
Indeed , I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview . Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony . It seems that their dress code is not that formal . Probably , I should put on car key and simple shirt .
Whatever you choose , make sure they are neat and clean .
I didn ' t pay attention to that . I will try to get the paper out .
Be careful , the cartridge can be very hot .
OK . sir .
When will they be ready ?
All the laundry will be ready by 5
That's fine . Thank you .
Will you be checking any bags today .
Yes , I ' d like to check three pieces .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
My cousin Monk . Have you seen her lately ?
Not for a couple of years . What happened to her ?
Nothing exactly . She's grown into a very attractive young lady .
Oh , she is .
You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others .
Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim .
Yean . Around five feet five inches tall .
Anything else ?
I am self-indulgent sometimes .
How are you getting along with your studies ?
Don ' t worry , mum . I will study hard tomorrow .
But your were playing video games all afternoon . You are skating on thin ice .
Sure . Most facials start with a thorough cleaning . Then we usually use a toner to invigorate the skin , followed by exfoliation treatment-a peeling mask or scrub that removes the dead cells that make the skin lock dull . After that , we'll massage your face and neck with oil or cream to improve the circulation and relieve the tension , followed by a mask to moisturize and soften the skin .
That's exactly what I want . How long does it take ?
We have half-hour and one-hour treatments .
What's the regular price ?
Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do .
Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up .
That's fine , madam .
By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please .
Yes , madam .
Really ? Why not ? She looks great .
Yes , I know , but she's dangerous .
Really ? Tell me more .
Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment .
Wow , crikey . So what happened ?
Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman .
Wow .
Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ?
I have no idea what you're talking about .
Oh , come on . Everybody knows .
Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call
Oh , sure .
Jenny is getting married .
Great ! Who's the bridegroom ?
Tom , that lucky guy .
The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ?
Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs . Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her .
My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ?
July 4 , the National Holiday .
Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ?
Jenny plans to hold it in church .
Who is the best man ?
Guess !
Nobody is OK , but you !
You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man .
Did you promise him ?
Yes , I did .
If I wanted to , could I have it mailed to me ?
Yes , and you can renew this prescription by phone .
Are there any special instructions about this medication ?
Take it three times a day .
Can I take it with food ?
You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol .
Are there any side effects with this medication ?
You might get a little dizzy , but that is it .
Why do you read them ?
As you know , I am a sports fan . And these papers are famous for their sports section . So I will feel relaxed after grasping some information I am interested in .
I got your meaning . Reading is your own solution to solve pressure from busy tasks .
Correct ! What about you , Fred ?
I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste .
Don't overdo it .
Shall we have a drink someday ?
I get drunk easily .
How many years have you been learning English ?
Oh , more than ten years . I started learning English when I was still in a primary school from a foreign teacher .
Well , perhaps that's the reason why you are so fluent in it .
Certainly .
I ' d say you ' Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason . Have you been taking anything for your cold ?
yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ' s . I ' Ve been taking it for three days .
good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a fell days off work .
have you been working hard recently ?
yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other Sy
I have a bad headache , but ...
don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use an
thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
to be honest , I'm a bit fed up .
what's wrong ?
there's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
sure , but how ?
you can ask her out for drink after work .
but for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
then you've got a lot of homework to do . You need to get her notice first .
easier said than done .
you can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying hello to her .
but I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
that's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most of girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
good luck !
Well , at the start of the spring we usually have more daylight in the mornings and less in the afternoon . This is basically due to our position on the planet and the rotation of the earth . In any case , to take better advantage of the daylight available , we compensate by moving our clocks forward one hour .
I see . That ' s convenient ! I never understood things like this , such as GMT . I never know what time zone we are in or when to change my clock !
That just stands for Greenwich Mean Time . Here in California , we are in Pacific Standard Time , that is eight time zones west of Greenwich . Remember when we were in Beijing ? Well , then we were in China Standard Time , and that ' s eight time zones east of Greenwich !
That ' s why it was so weird traveling from Beijing to LA ! Because of the huge time difference , even though we left Beijing at noon and flew for more than eight hours , we still arrived in LA the same day at noon ! It ' s like we went back in time !
I want to create a password for this document . Please tell me how to do it .
It's easy . Press O and then P . Then it will ask you for your password .
What do I do after I've typed in my password ?
Just press ENTER and you've done .
Nothing . I'm just asking .
Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Ah-huh , someone has a crush on Jenny , doesn't he ?
Who has a crush ? !
Come on , Ted , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out .
What're you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you're feeling about her .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance ! Even though you are rejected , it's not the end of the world ! There's nothing to lose , is there ?
I don't know ... Well , maybe , you're right , but how am I going to tell her ?
So , you are leaving , aren't you ?
Yes , I ' m going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? And see if there is any mistake in it ?
Oh . All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
It's nothing Nancy .
I just can't understand why you want to stay at home . It is such a wonderful day today .
I prefer staying at home and watching TV .
Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV ?
Yes , but a football game is next .
Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games .
I just enjoy watching games .
You really shouldn't watch so much television .
Do you get paid onetime ?
No , I don ' t . I get a bonus each month , depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients .
Do you have any breaks ?
We have an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ' t mind , as long as we get out work done on time .
My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ' t it ?
There ' s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ?
Yes , I do . I don ' t like it very much .
I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ' t mind it .
OK , tell me your friend's name .
Here is his passport . Thank you very much .
Thanks , but no thanks . A taxi will do just fine .
In that case , how about a limo ? Then you can travel in style .
No , I hate limousines . They're gas guzzlers .
Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ?
My destination is Rockefeller Center .
What time do you want to leave the hotel ?
As soon as possible .
I'll call the taxi immediately , sir .
Okay , I'm coming downstairs now .
A brand new taxi is pulling up now .
Do we need to show our ID cards when checking in ?
Yes . It ' s essential .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry the small bags . And we have to open each for inspection .
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . We certainly don't want a hijack to happen on the plane today .
You shouldn ' t stay up so late watching TV . I told you we had to get an early start .
I know , but that movie was just too good to leave . I guess I ' ll just have to pay the price anti-sleepy .
Do you want to eat breakfast here ?
No . why don ' t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ?
Ok by me .
Football ? Sounds dangerous . Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader .
C'mon , Yi-jun . It's lots of fun . You've seen football played on TV .
Uh , yeah . And I've seen guys in pads tackled . We have no pads . I don't want to be tackled .
There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play .
OK , but they better tag lightly !
Well , let ' s plan to get together next Monday afternoon , around three ?
All right , I ' ll put you in my book .
S :: What size prints would you like ?
C :: Four by six will do .
S :: All right , ma ' am , they ' ll be ready for you in an hour .
first of all , I want you to know that I really like working for this company . Do you think I'm doing a good job here ?
well , you are a very hard-worker .
I try very hard . The problem is , my salary just isn't enough to live on . Now that I have a wife and a child to support , we hardly have enough money for food and rent .
there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ?
I could really use a 5 % rise .
that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise .
listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities .
that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it .
that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ?
of course . It's be against the law if we didn't .
that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it .
you are welcome . Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling .
I've got my money and my keys , so I'm ready .
you do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
it wasn't cold out this morning .
well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
it does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
that's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
how long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
good idea . That will help us to warm up .
if I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate . It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices .
You are right . Some ring tone is just terribly loud . You can hear it even in the next door . It is really a kind of distraction .
Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done .
Good idea .
I drive a motorcycle .
OK . That means you can park in the student lot or on the street . Have you seen the handicapped spots ?
I am not sure what a handicapped spot is .
Look for the blue signs and blue marked spaces . Do you usually park in the daytime or the evening ?
I park days and evenings .
Be careful about the time limits on the streets . Have you seen the signs for time limits ?
What signs ?
As long as you are careful reading the signs , you will always know how long you can park and what days are OK to park there . Are you aware of the curb colors ?
What curb colors ?
If you can remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means that you can only load and unload , you are going to be OK .
Oh , I see . Would you mind telling me your monthly salary ?
Sure . 7,000 yuan per month .
OK . We can supply you a loan . How much do you want to loan ?
200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ?
It's only 4 . 5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ?
Yes , I think so .
OK . Please fill out this loan application .
All right . Thank you .
My pleasure .
Yes . I use it to find products and components at the lowest price for my company . It can be frustrating when the connection is poor .
So , you ' re online eight hours a day .
Yes , I like the job though . Sometimes , I help other people in the office if they ' re having trouble online .
How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information ?
I think it ' s fairly useful , but there are two big problems . First , a lot of the information you find online is false . Second , when you buy something online , you don ' t see it until you actually get it .
How do you solve the website problems when you ' re buying something online ?
What I do is find the website of shops . Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they ' re seen that the products are genuine and suitable .
That ' s what you said the last time ! If you want to smoke , you ' ll have to use your break time and go outside !
I understand , Ms . Fairbanks .
Where is that cool guy , Dick ? I haven ' t seen him for two weeks .
He ' s been sick since he came back from Italy .
Bummer , I ' m sorry to hear that , is he better now ?
Yes , Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP .
Would you like to go to the cinema with me ?
I ' m sorry I can ' t make it . Thank you anyhow .
I don't think so . He only had no common sense .
Do you have your syllabus with you ? May I see it ?
Yes , uh ... I put it in the front of my sociology notebook . Oh , here it is .
Let me see . Oh yes . Your professor has placed this book on reserve . That means you cannot find it on the shelves in its usual place . You need to go to a special room called the reserve room . It's down the hall and to the right .
I'm sorry - I still don't understand .
You see , your professor wants every one in the class to read the chapter . If one student removes the book from the library , it is likely that none of the other students will have the opportunity to read it . So , your professor has insured that all students have the opportunity to read it by placing it on reserve .
So , will I be able to find this book ?
Yes , when a book is on reserve , a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book . The student can have the book for a few hours , and he or she MUST read it in the library during that time . That way , the book stays in the library , and all students have a chance to read it .
Okay . Thank you . I understand now .
Will there be anything else ?
No ! I am on my way to the reserve room . Thanks again !
Well , that's really a big city . How long do your vacations last ?
2 weeks . Can I have a brochure of the sightseeing tours ?
Here you are . Take your time .
You ' re supposed to clean your teeth before you go to bed .
I will .
And don ' t ever forget it .
Yes , I'm here to fix your pipes .
Oh good , come in , please .
How did that happen ?
A wild dancer dropped it on my left foot and said nothing about it . If I had drunk enough and I would have had the bold to punch him in the face .
Sounds cool ! But that is not what a lady should do . People are easy to lose head in a night club and being drunk .
What had you gained mainly from this survey activity ?
First , it was how to design survey sheets according to the subjects , because we had to prevent the questions from being too influential and we must make sure that every question was balanced and equitable . Secondly , it was how to get information through telephone covering in the fastest and most effectively way , because the person doing the survey usually doesn ' t have the patience to wait for long feedback . So the way we put up questions must be clear and direct and only by this means can we get accurate data .
Then , perhaps a leather belt would work . Come here . Let me show you some .
All right . Thanks a lot .
Yes , I do . I have made reservations under the name of Wang .
Very Wang sir , smoking or no smoking ?
No smoking , please . Could we have table by the window ?
Of course , this way please .
I overheard this information when I passed Arden's office . We got some complaints from consumers yesterday . I am terribly sorry for that .
My God ! I actually checked them one by one . How could this be ?
Calm down ! It is useless to act like that . Can we find some solutions ?
What kind of solution can I have now ? I nearly go crazy now .
But we still have to find one . Can we find Arden to check whether this is true or not ?
It seems that I have nothing to do , except this .
Face the reality . Maybe we can find the way to make up the loss .
I am not certain about that .
They may have some difficulty in doing it .
Chef ' s salad for starter . And what would you like to have for the main course ?
I'll have steak .
How would you like your steak done ?
Medium .
And what would you like to go with your steak ?
Peas and carrots .
Potatoes ?
Boiled .
Thank you .
I need you to teach me how to drive .
Yes , but do you have your learner's permit ?
Yes , I have it .
Have you ever driven a car before ?
I drove a car before , but only once .
Are you aware of all the controls in the car ?
I already know all of them .
When would you like me to start teaching you ?
When do you have time ?
Call me tomorrow , and we'll get started .
Oh , it's for my brother . The little boy over there . He is getting a carsickness .
Poor boy ! But don't worry . Here are two pills made in Germany . It's really effective . He will be just fine .
Thank you so much .
Take some with you next time , just in case .
Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping .
You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ?
Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills .
Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine .
What ?
It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects .
I see .
Get the clients ' contact info from my Rolodex .
Where should I put them up ?
How about the Holiday Inn ?
The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more .
Well , the client is always right .
What else would I prepare , Sir ?
Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over .
Certainly .
And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it .
Of course . I'm on it
What's the problem ?
A man robbed me today .
When ?
I was robbed this morning .
What did he take ?
He took my phone and my wallet .
Did you see his face ?
I saw him perfectly .
Could you pick him out of a line-up ?
I could do that .
Why do you think it wasn ' t higher than that ?
I participated in several extracurricular activities . And I worked 2 jobs to put myself through school .
Wo , wo , that certainly is a lot for a young man to take on .
Please think it over .
Oh , I see .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
But I want you to be fit .
Smoking is killing . I know .
Check out this article . It says smoking can lead to lung cancer .
I don ' t believe it .
But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ?
Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ...
Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ?
Yes , ma'am . Whatever you say .
What time are you leaving ?
1:30 P . m . But I've got to check in at 12:30 P . m .
What airline and what flight ?
Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 .
I'll see you at the airport at 12:30 P . m .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
And I like a girl with good skin , do you ?
I can ' t say I do . What I like a girl with good manners .
Well , yes . But surely you like a girl with a nice figure .
Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality .
But you like a girl to be rich , surely ?
Not particularly . I like a girl to be good .
Yes . Five one-dollar stamps , please .
That'll be 14 dollars in all .
What ? So you blew me off yesterday and today over a stupid video game ? What game is so important that you have no time for me anymore ? What are you playing ?
It ' s called Counter Strike . It ' s a first person shooter game . It ' s awesome . It ' s a multi player game where you can go online and compete against players from all over the world .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
When did it happen ?
It happened last night .
Where did it happen ?
It happened at my house .
What was taken ?
I don't know .
How do you know there was a break-in ?
Someone busted my window .
I will send a squad car to your house right now .
Please do .
Not on my life ! I'm the best man , so I pay !
OK , OK . On one condition .
What's that ?
You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat !
You've got it ! But are we coming back for the music , or for the fruit ? !
Six months ' salary ? Are you serious ? That's incredible !
Maybe . But you'd be amazed at how little's left after the credit companies have deducted their share from my account .
Hey , I know what that's like . I bought a BMW on my Visa card . Now the payments really hurt .
Well , you're lucky that you're still able to make your payments . I missed a credit payment last month . Now my bank account's overdrawn , and the company is threatening to take back my purchases .
What did you buy ?
A new home health monitor .
Health Monitor ? I read an article about that racket . They ' re overpriced to begin with ! Listen , if I were you , I'd let them take back their monitor and spend my money on something more practical .
You're kidding !
No joke !
That's something else ! Maybe I'll return it to them .
what are you doing ?
I'm going to my parents ' house for my father's birthday .
how old is he today ?
it's his 50th birthday .
well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
say hello to your friends for me .
likewise . See you later .
Bye !
I've got a dozen things to do and they all have to be done immediately .
Well , if there is anything I can do to help , let me know .
How about the price ?
You can get the same product at a much lower price .
Last week , I tried to buy some clothes online , but I didn ' t know how to pay for them .
You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online .
Are there many things online ?
Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let ' s check it out online !
You can withdraw money from your account either over the counter or via the ATM .
Yes , but the problem is that I have a Savings Account with you , and I need to take some money from that . Do I really have to give 90 days notice if I want my money ?
Actually , you only need to give 7 days notice if you wish to withdraw funds . Of course , you will lose some interest due to the withdrawal .
That's not a problem . I'll pop in later today to make a formal request . Thanks !
She is pretty . Many men praise her highly .
Many people , many tastes . She looks pretty , but the way she speaks gives you goose bumps . I feel sick of it .
Yeah , I need to take a break .
I don't think so . I think we had better go there earlier , or we may have to spend a lot of time waiting .
I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum .
Look at the ticket booth in the center . There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be .
Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry .
Good idea .
( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ?
I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map
Sure , take your time . We have a whole day .
It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece .
Look at the museum guide . It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area . Let's rent an audio guide .
But there's a bus every ten minutes , and you are over 1 hour late .
Well , I missed several buses .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
I want one pound of ground beef .
That's going to be about $ 2 . 48 .
That will be fine .
What else can I get for you ?
Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts .
That's going to be $ 4 . 05 a pound .
Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ?
That will be $ 12 . 15 .
That's all I'm going to get today .
That's fine . Let me get your meat .
I have a headache .
Let me take your temperature with a thermometer .
OK .
I think you have a small fever .
I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning .
You should've called in sick ! Next time , have either of your parents call the school office .
Well , everything seems to be just about ready . Now all we need is snow . Do you exchange the presents in the morning ?
Oh , yes . The kids are too excited to wait . After we clean up the mess all the empty boxes and the wrapping paper we have a big breakfast . Then the kids have the whole day to play with their new toys .
And we'll have a great turkey dinner at around four o'clock . My brother and his family will be joining us . I look forward to meeting them . Well , it's late , so I'll say good night . I'll see you early tomorrow , so I can share your Christmas morning . Good night !
We could face delays if we travel by bus , thanks to traffic jams .
Buses are more cramped and you can ' t walk around .
That ' s true , but I feel that I see more when I travel by bus .
Really ? I think you see more traveling by train .
So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more .
Ok them . We ' ll go by train . I ' m sure we ' ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ?
The train aren ' t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles .
We should take a packed lunch on the journey . The food they sell on the trains is always expensive .
I want to buy a drink .
OK . This machine needs you to use that change machine first to get correct change .
I've got the correct change already .
First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth .
OK , what next ?
Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again .
OK , next ?
Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries .
I agree with you .
Hope that works for you !
Yes , but I bet $ 200 dollars on the Cougars !
Looks like you ' re going to lose out on this game then .
I can ' t believe it ! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure .
What were the odds ?
20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars !
Too bad .
Are you sure you can be a successful cashier ?
I'm sure . You know my major is statistics and I get excellent records in all of the courses I have taken .
That's only for your theory foundation . I am afraid if you have ever handled large amounts of cash before ?
Yes , my father runs a business so I have opportunity to work in the finance department every holiday .
Good . I think you'll make a good cashier .
Thank you .
May I call you about our final decision ?
Yes , please . My telephone number is 2974-5328 , and you can call me at any time in the daytime .
We will get in touch with you by the end of next week .
Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ?
We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
I had the same feeling when I first came to work here . but after a period of time , I feel better , I am sure you ' ll get used to this busy job .
I also feel that work efficiency here is very high . and you have strong working ability and professional skill , it seems that you know all , that's really wonderful !
You know the phrase the survival of the fittest . We have no choices .
That's right , I have to work .
Oh , congratulations !
Nine thirty ? That ' s no good . Couldn ' t I have it a bit longer ? Even if I fill up the tank ?
I ' m afraid not , Nick . That ' s the best I can do .
I've already got a small pan . I need a big one .
Well , this one might work for you .
Oh , no , that's way too heavy a pan for me .
Here , lift this aluminum pan . It's the same size .
Yes , it's very lightweight . But I don't want this aluminum handle .
Here's a similar aluminum pan . But it has a heat-resistant handle .
Oh , this feels very nice . It's perfect . I'll take it .
I knew we'd find the right pan sooner or later . How would you like to pay ?
Cash . But first , I need a lid for this pan .
Oh , no problem . Here's the lid that comes with the pan .
Have you ever had any trauma ?
Yes , I have .
Does the pian become more intense at night ?
Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too .
Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ?
Yes , I do .
I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree .
By the way , does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ?
Yes . Let's start today .
Certainly . Please wait a moment . Here is your bill .
What's the 30 yuan for ?
This is the charge for your laundry service on Nov . 20thA
But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's .
Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ?
I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out .
I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill .
It doesn't matter . Here is the money .
Thank you very much . Hope to see you again .
How many nights a week is it ?
It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . We need a record of you education and your work experiences .
There's a garage sale around the corner .
A garage sale ... that's where people check out cars , right ?
What ? Cars ? Are you serious ?
I'm pulling your leg , Paul . I'm a shopping queen , remember ? So of course I know what a garage sale is all about !
I understand . Why would you like to join our company ?
I'm qualified for this position . And I've heard a lot of good things about your company .
Like what ?
You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits .
that's good to know . Why do you think you ' re qualified for this position ?
I've got over seven years ' experience working in this kind of position . I know I can do a good job in this position .
Are you feeling OK ? You sound a little tired this morning .
I did not sleep much last night . I really feel bad . It was a crazy night .
What happened ?
I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood .
Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ?
My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help .
You have got a great mother .
I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk .
That sounds good !
Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan .
Me too . But I tell myself that if they don ' t accept me , another school will .
The shoulder .
Well , maybe you broke it . But what I'm worried about is this cut .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
Oh , well . If I must , I must .
You have completely damaged my car .
I did not . It looks perfectly fine .
You don't see what happened to my bumper ?
What did I do to it ?
You smashed my bumper in with your car .
I really don't think that I did that .
Your bumper looks exactly the same .
Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it .
Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you .
Trust me .
We need to deliver some documents to our Monroe street branch . Can you come by and pick them up ?
Of course , Ms . Walker . Could I have your account number , please ? And , when do these documents need to arrive ?
You know , I'm about to graduate and I have to look for a job as soon as possible . But I haven ' t the faintest idea of how to go about finding a job .
OK . Let me see where to start .
I guess first I should prepare a resume , right ?
Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume .
Then what else should I put into my resume ?
Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ?
I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ?
Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward .
I see . Is that all there is to it ?
No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take .
Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss .
You said it . At last you ' d better attach a list of references to your resume .
That's easy .
And one more thing , smile widely .
Could you teach me how to drive ?
Have you gotten your learner's permit ?
Yes , I have my learner's permit .
Have you ever been behind the wheel ?
I've only driven a car one time .
You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ?
I know them .
Tell me when you want me to teach you .
We can do it when you have some time .
I'm not busy tomorrow . Call me then .
so , it ' s a three-bedrooms detached house ?
yes . One bedroom is for my wife and i . there ' s another for our daughter . My wife wants to use the third one as a guest room , but I ' d like to make it into a study . Our daughter is also keen on
what ' s the kitchen like ? I know both you and your wife like to cook .
that ' s one of the main reason we chose that particular house . The kitchen and dining room are together . It ' s really large .
are the rooms nice and bright ?
yes , they are . That ' s very important to us . We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light . Each room has large windows .
do you have a balcony ?
no , we don ' t . we wish we had one . That ' s the only thing we wanted , but don ' t have . The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly .
you ' re right on the edge of the city , aren ' t you ? There can ' t be much noise or traffic there . Is it easy to get into city centre ?
it ' s a very quiet neighbourhood . There ' s some traffic , but not much . It ' s not very difficult to get to the city centre , but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or yo
She keeps spitting on the ground .
Maybe there's something wrong with her .
Why ?
My ID card is lost .
OK , did you bring your household register or residence booklet ?
I only have my household register .
It doesn't matter , they are the same thing .
Here you are , sir . What do I do next ?
OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ?
Benjamin .
Please get a mug shot in the next room .
I've brought with me some of old ones .
But we need them taken with digital cameras .
OK , what's next then ?
That's all . Come here a week later and get your ID card .
Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ?
I'm quite outgoing i think . I enjoy mixing and doing things with others .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
I maintain that the most important thing is having good friends . A person can't live all by himself I think . A friend in need is a friend in deed . The more really close friends I have , the better .
What kind of people do you like to work with ?
People who are honest , dedicated to their work and having integrity .
Think of the big face down the eve , hmm .
And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ?
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? To welcome the new year of course ?
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . They always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
Say , how would you like to be a dress designer ?
It's my dream .
Look at your right-hand . Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom ?
Maybe . Oh , I see the Jungle Flying Train . I once rode it . It was very exciting .
I want to have a try later .
Me too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
I would like to have different carpet .
I would be willing to put in a different color carpet if you pay the price difference .
How much more would it cost ?
It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard .
While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ?
I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample .
When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ?
You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday .
Should I take a bus ?
I think a cab is better .
Could you tell me your name , sir , please ?
Yes , it is Smith .
Oh , that's good .
We can discuss them detailedly over the meeting and choose the best way to promote our key products .
It seems you've got everything done . Now I can finally stop worrying about it and get back to work .
But don't forget to give me a ring .
I won't , mum .
You know I'm interested in teaching . I'm looking for jazz students ...
Yeah , and every high school student in town is banging on your door , right ?
I know they're out there . I'll find them .
You're such a dreamer ! You think that you can spread the word of jazz in an underpass ?
I ' m not sure now . In any case , let ' s first make some careful investigations .
OK , murder will out !
Yeah .
Yeah , I know what you mean . The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples , not to mention two people from different cultures .
And now we have a two-year-old boy . We ' re very happy that he ' s healthy and smart .
Oh , so he ' s half Chinese and half American . That ' s unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He ' s whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
Which bus should I take to railway station ?
You can take a No . 2 bus here .
Where am I supposed to change ?
At Longing Street .
Yes , within New York .
I'm afraid we don't have any . If I were you , I'd try one of the newspaper stands .
Thank you .
Is your brother older or younger than you ?
He is five years older than me , He got married last Sunday . My brother and my sister-in-law are the same age .
Ok , now some points for attention . First of all , pay attention to safety ... Now , sign your names on the lab record , and after that you can start . If there is any question , just let me know .
Excuse me , sir . This air compressor doesn't work .
Have you turned it on ?
Yes , I have .
Ok , I will get you another one .
Thank you .
Let's get all the balls out of the pockets .
OK . How much do you want to bet on this game ?
You are crazy . Gambling is against my principles .
And I couldn't find another phone .
That's okay .
Let ' s have a look . Mmmm . This doesn ' t look too good . I think we may have to pull out your wisdom tooth . It ' s pressing against your molars and that ' s one of the reasons you are experiencing so much pain .
When you pull my tooth will you also have to extract the nerve and the root ?
First we will take some x-rays and see what we ' re dealing with . I also noticed a small cavity up front here , so you are going to need a filling .
I guess that ' s what I get for not flossing or brushing my teeth three times a day .
It could be that , or maybe you are eating too many sweets . In any case , I ' ll administer an anesthetic and you won ' t feel a thing !
free coffee is one of the perks at this place , isn't it ?
it's the only perk of this job ! How's your day going ?
not that well . I've got that Monday morning feeling today .
why is that ?
my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend !
your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ?
you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work !
that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office .
really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy .
maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all !
no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T .
try not to let it bother you too much .
thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again !
ok , I'll see you in a bit .
alright . See you later !
I propose a toast to your pleasant tour in China .
Thank you very much .
This food is a Wax specialty . Please help yourself .
Thank you . Oh , it tastes nice .
I am sorry , madam . All the tables are booked now .
Well . In that case , we will have to go to another restaurant . Thank you all the same .
How long have you had this toothache ?
It bothers me off and on , but it ' s gotten much worse these past few weeks .
Is there anything that you ' Ve done to your tooth that might have caused the pain ?
My girlfriend told me that I grind my teeth a lot when I sleep . Maybe that is the problem .
When you brush your teeth , what do you use ?
I use a soft bristle toothbrush .
Does it bother you when you have to chew a lot ?
Absolutely . That set it off big time !
That's true . And this trip has been a very productive one for us .
Thank you again for your visit . We are looking forward to your reply .
Believe me , Mr . Wang . I'll do my best to promote the transaction .
We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other .
It ' s very kind of you to say so .
You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again .
I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future .
OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately .
Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Goodbye .
Let me introduce myself , by the way . My name's Charies Ford .
How do you do ? I'm Bob Evans .
We just will . Trust me on that .
After what you did , I don't know how hard Elvin's going to work to meet your deadline .
He'll do it . He's too proud not to .
You've got everyone figured out , don't you ?
Yes , I do . Everyone .
Could you please get me a takeaway ? I have some urgent work to finish . So I don ' t have enough time to go out for lunch .
No problem . What should I bring ?
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
Why do you like it ?
I have no idea . I like cooking by myself . I like to taste delicious food .
That's wonderful !
And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too .
Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me .
Certainly .
Thanks so much .
I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish .
I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries .
So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ?
It says that traditionally , give something made of paper .
I can think of two things made of paper -- stationery and money .
They spend hours there , especially on weekends .
Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ?
I know several . But wouldn't it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn't that complicated ?
No , it's easy . We'll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They'll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
I am going to the railway station .
Get on , please .
Thank you . Can we get there in half an hour ?
I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour .
My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 .
We are really in a hurry .
Can't we go faster ?
I'll do my best .
It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area .
Really ? In New Berlin ?
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a tornado watch . That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a watch .
And the second stage is called a tornado warning .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a tornado warning . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean a loud train ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
We have a problem with our roof . Can you come and have a look ?
What sort of problem ?
We have water coming through . It was raining yesterday and this morning we noticed a wet patch on our ceiling .
Is the wet patch just in one place ?
Yes , it seems to be just in the living room , above the window .
Did you look in the attic ?
No , sorry , we didn't .
Is there easy access to the attic ? We'd better look since there may be some flooding there as well .
Yes , we have a hatch with a ladder .
OK , we can come early this afternoon . Is anyone going to be at home ?
Yes , my wife will be there .
Right , we have an urgent job this morning but we should finish around lunch time . We will then come straight over to your house .
That's great . Thank you very much .
Where were you ?
I was in New York for a wedding .
The bathtub barely drains at all .
Okay , the bathroom plumbing needs looking at . What about the kitchen plumbing ?
Neither the kitchen nor the bathroom plumbing is working well .
Has this problem been going on for a long time ?
It just started happening last night .
I will be coming over to look at it this afternoon . Will you be there ?
I will not be home .
I can always use my key to get in , but I would prefer that you be there .
I wish it would stay this way for the weekend .
As long as it doesn't snow !
Sure . What else can I do for you ?
Oh , no . That ' s it . Nice to chat with you . Have a good day .
Thanks a lot . We arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport .
Wow , that's cutting it close ! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection ! What gate is it at ?
It's at ... gate 14 .
Oh , great ! That's at the other end of the terminal !
OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 !
I'm be right behind ya !
And how well can you speak them ?
Well , French was my best subject at school . I can read and write it pretty well .
And how about your Spanish ?
Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good .
I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here .
In that case , I'm fit for the position I think .
I know what you mean there . In many circumstances , people kiss the baby for the nurse's sake . And that's what we do when drinking at a banquet . Even though we do have a rich variety of brand-name wines , like Matai and Showing Yellow Rice Wine , alcohol is usually served not for the enjoyment itself . We just be its Dionysus effect to enliven the atmosphere , improve personal association with each other and solidify friendship .
And to make matters worse , you're urged to drink " one more cup time and again . There is too much etiquette to observe . You'II be set free at a Western banquet It seems we are keen to make it convenient as possible to savor the wine , its color , its aroma and its delicate taste .
Yeah . It's of supreme importance that the goblet , table-cloth , and plates should be made shiningly clean , so that the color of the wine is clearly visible and the delicate aroma and taste are fully appreciable .
Yes . For me , who can't hold much liquor , it's particularly agreeable . If only I had thechance to enjoy Chinese Matai at a leisured pace while sitting at a Western banquet !
All right . I'm opening the window , though , is that OK ?
Oh , sure . It's very stuffy in here .
I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ?
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
What's the English for Hongtao , Leitao , Meihua and Fangpian ?
Oh , very easy . They are heart , spade , club and diamond .
How ?
Buy an expensive suit .
Is a white shirt OK ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing leather shoes .
But we're going to spend so much money in furnishing and decorating . I think we could get a much cheaper place that's already furnished .
But don't you like this place ? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely .
Well , only you liked it really , darling .
Oh , why didn't you say so then ? But I still think we've made a good buy .
But I heard the north of China are experiencing severe sandstorms !
Really ?
Yes , it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds .
How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ?
The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation .
It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody !
You are quite right .
Is this your best score ?
No , once I did 32 .
A single room , preferably with a bath .
How long do you plan to stay ?
For a week or so .
You can have a room on the second floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night .
I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is 50 dollars per night .
What services come with that ?
A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday .
That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ?
Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more .
All right . I will take a room for a week .
Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up .
Can I get dinner here ?
We do serve dinner .
I see .
Well , you can keep the vegetables , I ' ll take the meat . The stir fry my wife made was really hearty , with chunks of beef and slivers of bell peppers and onion ...
What ? You call that a stir fry ? More meat than vegetables ? That ' s the worst insult you could throw at a Chinese stir fry . What a disgrace to the wok she fried it in ! What you had is equivalent to a fajita without the wrap !
I heard that it's going to be warm this weekend .
Is it going to be perfect beach weather ?
I believe so .
Good . I hope it doesn't cool off this weekend .
I know . I really want to go to the beach .
But you know that California weather is really unpredictable .
You're right . One minute it's hot , and then the next minute it's cold .
I really wish the weather would just stay the same .
I do too . That way we can have our activities planned ahead of time .
Yeah , that would make things a lot easier .
Where would you like to go to school ?
I really don ' t know .
You can ' t think of anything ?
I really like where I ' m at now .
So , why don ' t you just stay here ?
That may be what I ' m going to do .
It ' s a perfectly good school .
You ' re absolutely right .
Do you know what you ' re going to do now ?
I ' m just going to stay at PCC .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
En , would you please give me some bread please ? I am hungry now .
OK . I will get you some right now .
And how do you like working for IBM ?
It ' s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
What's the problem ?
Someone just robbed me .
What do you mean ?
This guy just robbed me right on the street .
He didn't hurt you , did he ?
I'm okay . He just stole my things .
I'm so sorry .
I have to file a report at the police station .
Let me take you .
I would like that .
I've got my money and my keys , so I'm ready .
You do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
It's not that bad . If you talk to your American friends every day , you'll learn quickly .
Can I ask you a question ?
Sure , what do you want to know ?
I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ?
Laptop .
Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ?
A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ?
Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ?
Laptop .
Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ?
Yes , that's right . That's very good .
Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ?
That word is pronounced kitchen .
Thanks so much . You're a good teacher .
Thanks .
They did ?
They had no reason for arresting me .
I thought they let you go .
Yes , the next morning .
They made you spend the night at the station ?
Yes , they did .
What was their reason for arresting you ?
I matched the description of a bank robber they were looking for .
I see .
I want justice .
I don ' t think we can give you that much as the starting salary .
You know , Mr . Allen , Nowadays this starting salary is not high based on my skills and experience .
Maybe , but there are many fringe benefits here .
What are they ?
Additional to medical benefits , we also offer a rent free house and the use of a car .
But I have my own car and my own house .
OK , 4000 yuan a month .
Thank you very much .
Not at all , it's reasonable .
Ok , no problem . We do it ourselves .
Do you know how to do it ? I am not so good at machine things . I will have somebody do it as soon as possible .
Check with somebody from the IT department . They are anyway in charge of the office electronic equipment .
For whom ?
My younger brother . He suffers from a bad cold .
What symptoms does he have ?
Fever and a bad cough .
I got it . Don't worry , just a common cold .
What kind of medicine does he need ?
Patulin will do .
How many pills for each time ?
Six per day , and two after each meal .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
What's your favorite flower ?
I like peach blossom , because I like spring .
Peach blossom is really beautiful .
Yes . How about you ?
I like lotus .
You have a perfect taste !
But there aren't any lotus now .
Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms .
That's not bad . Let's go .
Well , I am afraid I don't bring my passport with me today . Can you save it for us until tomorrow ?
No problem , sir .
You are always like this . I've told you many times not to tell her .
Sorry , I had no intention .
It's too late to say sorry now . Oh , what am I going to do ?
I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me .
Well , we have an extensive sales organization and a thorough knowledge of Asian market . Your products would sell very well here . We are prepared to do more business with you . We are also interested in handing a sole agent for you .
We really appreciate your efforts . Before we go to the core of matter , can you give us some idea of them on which you would be willing to operate as our agent ?
No problem .
Is it very interesting ?
Sure . I get a lot of information and make many friends .
Oh , I'll have a try .
And how ' s everyone in your family ?
Very well , thank you . I ' m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12:00 , would you care to join us ?
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
Yes , and for the first time .
Is that right ?
I don ' t know how to vote .
Voting isn ' t difficult .
I ' m not sure what laws are being voted on .
They tell you everything on the ballot .
They do ?
You ' ll be okay .
Thanks for telling me .
You should be excited about your first vote .
That sounds really nice . What did you do there ?
Well , we were only there for three days , so we didn't do too much . We went shopping and went out to dinner a few times . And at night we walked around the city with some friends .
Did you take any pictures ?
Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ?
Sure , I love looking at photos .
This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife .
Your daughter looks like her mother .
I know , they look very similar .
Where was this picture taken ?
That was taken at the train station before we left .
Did you have time to go to the zoo ?
No , not this time . We went there last time .
It looks like you all had a nice time .
Yeah , it was a lot of fun .
Don't you feel dizzy when you have to get up ?
No , not at all .
do you think the glass ceiling phenomena is because of traditional social customs ? Or are there more issues coming into play ?
I think it's a very complicated issue . A part of the difficulties women have advancing in the work force are due to few opportunities and many male managers . Don't underestimate the good ole ' boy system . Men have power , so it's easier for them to stay in power .
What about affirmative action ? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy ?
Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination , but it's still a man's world .
Mary , you say something about it .
Tracing back , Yoga has a very long history . It was originated before India had approved Yoga and these documents were arranged and written according to the contents passed by mouth to mouth . In other words , Yoga is passed down from ancient times , which cannot be recalled .
Could you give me some advice on books for killing time on the train ?
Well , do you like novels ?
Yes , very much . Which one is the latest ?
Here is one written by famous Japanese novelist . You can have a look .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
That's right . My appointment is for 11 o'clock .
Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
I only want some chips .
I think I may get something too .
What do you plan on buying ?
I have a sweet tooth . I want candy .
What kind of candy do you want ?
I really want some chocolate .
What kind of chocolate do you want ?
I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat .
The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats .
Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers .
Yes . And please ask me the next time you want to use something .
I'm sorry . I meant to ask you .
Yeah , if something is on the radio it must be really good .
I totally agree !
What are you worried about ?
I ' m worrying about how to move all of my household stuff . You know , I have a lot of stuff .
You can call a mover .
How much dose that cost ?
Around 200 RIB for a truck .
I think it ' s a little expensive .
But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save .
That ' s right .
I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ' ll leave you their phone number .
Wonderful .
It ' s 8357688 8 .
Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now .
You ' re welcome .
By the way , I'm Robin .
Hi . My name is Jessica .
Nice to meet you .
Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ?
I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ?
I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin .
Bye . See you .
The ref signals the start of the game and here we go . Ribero serves and China quickly receives the ball . Chen bumps it to the setter , and ... a very nice set by Chen !
Xu spikes it ! Wow , what a great hit ! The Brazilian blockers anticipated the play and tried to block him but he managed to get the ball in !
It ' s China ' s service now . What a superb jump serve by Li , oh , and we have a let serve . The ball was coming in fast and almost made it over the net .
Brazil calls for a time out and we ' ll be right back , after a short commercial break .
We have several hundred in stock .
Is there a discount for buying in large quantity ?
How was it ? Were there a lot of kids ?
It wasn't too crowded , but we had a great time ! We got on the see-saw together , then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jungle gym , but I didn't fit .
Sounds like fun ! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox .
Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted !
You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore !
Can I have a month-to-month lease ? I only want to rent the apartment for five months .
No , all the leases are for one year . We don't have month-to-month leases .
Well , then I don't think this would be a good apartment for me . Thank you anyway .
You're welcome .
Well , what do you suggest then ? How about 8 % ?
When we say your prices are much too high , we don't mean the are higher only by 2 or 3 percent . If we are to place an order with you . I think a discount of about 15 % would be sufficient .
What ? You want to drive me bankrupt ! You can't expect us to make such a large reduction .
There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great .
How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large .
Ok . I can settle for that .
Are you kidding me ?
You know what ? You and I had no plans , so I made plans with Mark . What's the problem ?
We have been together for a year and usually , people who've been together a year , take their vacation together .
I don't think that I ever heard of that rule before . Any more rules that you would like to tell me about ?
Go on your vacation with Mark and when you come back , why don't you just move in with him as well !
I am really looking forward to getting away from you . Far away from you !
Time flies ! One year has already been a history !
Definitely , it's time to say bye-bye to the last year and to say hello to the new year !
Yeah . Have you made any good resolutions for this new year ?
Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ?
I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise .
That will be a good one ! Anything else ?
Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess !
Sounds great !
Is that true ?
Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later .
Thanks .
Why ? I mean , why did she part company with you after seven years together ?
She said it was because we had very different ideas about life .
Do you believe her excuse ?
Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly .
Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love .
Thank you , Steven . You are really a good friend .
The antiques market here in Paris is very famous . It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen .
That's not very easy to say .
It's also known as Les Puces , which means ' The Fleas ' .
Can you find many bargains there ?
Well , it really depends . Because you are a tourist , it might be harder for you to get really good prices .
Ok . Can I ask who is calling , please ?
This is Nathaniel Brown .
And what is your call regarding ?
I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation .
Ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold .
Ok .
... Sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ?
Ok . What's your number ?
It's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 .
Let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight .
No , there's no double six at the end of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight .
I got it . When should I have her call you back ?
Anytime before 6 pm tonight .
Ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm .
Thank you !
Bye !
bye !
Why ? You're not fat .
I'm considering entering for the beauty contest this summer , so I must have a slender figure .
Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident .
I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only .
Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties .
How much do they weigh ?
All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg .
But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest .
I don't know where to go for college , and what to major in .
Don't worry . You have plenty of time to decide .
And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition . I want to get the burden off my family .
You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college .
OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ?
In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money !
OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality .
That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ?
En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center .
Is the training center helpful ?
I think so . Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation .
I have tried . But Americans like butter , bread , sugar , and cream too much .
I suppose you ' re right , Lee . Maybe that ' s why so many Westerners are overweight .
It ' s interesting that Americans work very hard at their jobs , do not take naps during the day , and yet they can be so heavy .
You see , because we are often busy working , we eat too much fast food , and that food is very fattening .
Do I have to turn on the computer ?
yes , we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time . And this will help us understand both better .
What should I learn first ?
Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ?
I am ready I am going to get , let's start !
Then , turn on the lamp , please .
But where's the switch ?
It's there by the window .
There are the pyramids . It ' s easy to see how they got that name ! they don ' t have smooth sides though .
They don ' t now , but most of them did originally . There ' s picture of the pentagon in the united states . It ' s very distinctive with its five sides .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only TV towers are cylindrical in shape .
TV towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s m mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
It may have something to do with the food I had last night
You ' Ve got to be careful on the food you eat .
I will . Thank you .
We should really hang out again .
That would be fun .
Where do you want to go ?
I think we should go out to eat .
That sounds good .
All right , so I'll see you then .
I'll call you later .
Okay , I'll talk to you later then .
See you later .
Bye .
No , I'd like to do something special for you on your birthday .
I'd like that . Alright , put on this apron first .
OK . Now how can I help , hon ?
Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs .
Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed . Done .
Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge .
How many potatoes do you need ?
Three . And bring four bell peppers .
Gotcha , OK . Here they are .
Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat .
Where is the peeler ?
It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work .
What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger .
Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding . We need to go to the hospital .
I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought .
That ' s right I ' m afraid I have to postpone it . Mr . Scott got sick and I have to attend the Speechmaker ' s Symposium in his place . I ' m leaving today , and I won ' t be back until a week from Friday .
That ' s quite a while . Let ' s make it the week after you get back , then .
That will be great . So it ' s two weeks from tomorrow , same time and place . I ' m really sorry to do this to you .
No problem at all . To tell you the truth , I could use the extra time in my schedule to catch up on some paperwork .
Ryan , this is Malia , and I am afraid that I am feeling a bit under the weather .
Do you know what the problem is ?
I have a horrible rash from poison oak .
Have you had it a long time ?
The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days .
Have you been using anything for it ?
I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine .
That will probably take care of your symptoms . I ' ll see you tomorrow .
Hah , as the sale department director of our team , you are the best .
I am flattered . But I am not sure whether the manager is satisfied with it . She asked me to her office .
Why not ? You've done so well for the company . She should give you a prize .
I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time .
Come on ! What are you nervous about ?
It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation .
But the sale number is close to the predicted amount .
I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place .
Take it easy . Be confident . I'm sure you can do it .
That ' s very good . I once turn down a job offer just because the office is awful .
What was so bad about it ?
Small rooms , small window , a small desk shared by three people . I would have been interrupted all the time and for sure not be able to deliver good work .
Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ' t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently .
Totally agree . By the way , the number of the telephone on your desk is extension 506 . You can pick up your office supplies from the supply room at the end of the corridor .
Sounds good .
yes , I'll be promoted to department manager .
I'm glad to hear that . Congratulations !
thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position .
sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it !
thank you very much .
you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader .
I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon .
that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ?
next week .
so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department .
absolutely .
So , where do I go to exercise ?
It's only one flight down , sir . Just take the elevator or the stairs .
Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym ?
Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key .
Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ?
Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week .
Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ?
I'm sorry , sir , but we have no trainer .
I'm an athlete for the Olympic Games here .
About half an hour ago I fell on the ground and hurt my leg . It bled a lot .
Let me have a look . You're very lucky because the cut is not deep .
First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it .
Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ?
Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean .
Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed .
Thank you very much , doctor .
Not at all . You'll be OK soon .
See you .
Um , I ' m just having a look around . It ' s my girlfriend ' s birthday tomorrow . I'm trying to find her something .
Well , you can ' t give her granny panties . Have you thought about getting her some sleepwear ? We ' Ve got these lovely , silky nighties . Or , how about a nice panty-and and-bra set . Look , here ' s a nice satin push-up bra , and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it .
Sure that ' s fine .
This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ?
Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ?
Just pick something and get the hell out of here . Um , I'll go with these two . This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with . She better thank me for this ...
Here you are , sir . I ' m sure she ' ll enjoy them .
Finally !
I ' m sorry , sir . I ' m going to have to take a look inside your bag .
It's got its own library , theatre , swimming pool , and a guest house . The house itself has about ten different rooms that are all hooked up to computers so you can get things done in each room through a remote control . It's also located near the sea , so he can park his boats next to his house . It's absolutely amazing !
Would you want to live there ?
I think his house is fantastic , but I wouldn't want to live there . You would have to hire one or two people to clean all the rooms in the house , plus a few people to take care of the gardens , and probably an au pair or two to take care of the children . It's just too big of a place to take care of on your own .
What's your dreamhole like then ?
My dream home is actually just a small cottage in a quiet village in England .
Would you want to buy an old cottage or build a new one yourself ?
Old homes are great because they've got character . I think that's important .
Is that why you wear second-hand clothes as well ? Because they've got character ?
No , that's just because I don't have enough money to buy new cloths all the time !
I see . If you lived in an old house , would it be decorated in a modern way ?
No , I'd definitely try to restore it to its original state . I love to imagine what it'd be like to live in another time in history and living in a house decorated like it would have been 200 years ago would be a great way to feed my imagination even more !
The 486 really goes downtown ?
Yes , it does .
How long is the bus ride ?
It's about forty-five minutes to an hour .
Is that right ?
Yeah , it's not that long of a trip .
Is that a crowded bus ?
It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA .
Thank you very much .
You're very welcome .
Oh , no .
What's the matter ?
This machine is out of order .
You shouldn't have used the machine . Did you lose your money ?
I sure did .
You ought to complain . These machine are always out of order .
Anytime . You can reach me at 5558929 .
Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon .
Bye , Jason .
Yes , this machine is even smaller than those before .
When will we get one of those ?
You know our boss always trying to save the last penny . We have to use up the equipment first .
Does your watch keep good time ?
Oh yeah . It loses only a few seconds in the whole month .
Thanks a lot .
Your tradition of throwing rice as they got into their car was interesting , but it didn't look like real rice to me .
It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
it ' s about six or seven miles . That ' s about the kilometers .
that sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall .
right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
that ' s right .
how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
that ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
This is Kevin .
Hold on a second , please .
No , I'm the operator .
Oh well , do you know if the Susan Li is available ?
One moment and I'll check .
You have some doubts about our products , I understand .
I would like to offer you a good price . But I won't be able to do that if I think this is a one-shot deal . So I would like to have some confidence in your idea .
Of course . Let me tell you in some detail about our idea . You know the popular Hello Kitty products .
Yes , of course .
Well , the products in themselves are very simple . It is the logo that is successful . So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple .
And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan . It is the Japanese that have made it a fad .
That might be true . But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it . It is because of our logo that our products will sell . We just need someone to produce the products for us . We have the backup and people to do the marketing .
So what you are really trying to sell is a fad .
Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that . Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo . Just like Hello Kitty .
I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ?
Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it . But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products .
I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last .
I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price . We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products . And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost .
Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates .
Yes .
Just the necessities
Are you planning a trip to the Outback ?
No , but you never know when you'll need a flashlight .
Well , my pants are very slimming . They're capris .
What do you think will make you happy ?
I think money will make me happy .
You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness .
It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do .
You'll get bored eventually .
Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work .
That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy .
You see ... money doesn't equal happiness , but it takes away a lot of responsibilities .
I know . I ' Ve got to get it fixed ASAP .
Don't you wanna get it fixed now ?
I wish I could , but I ' Ve got to go now . I have an appointment in 20 minutes .
Well , if you need anything , just let me know .
Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage .
You sure have bad luck these days .
That's no trouble , Sir .
I'm mostly interested in the personalized services you offer , with stock market news , etc . It sounds just perfect for me , as I'm too busy to be constantly at the computer checking the performance .
Yes , that's just one of the services we offer in our Personal Financing Program .
What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all .
For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both .
That's just what I need , sometimes I'm pretty forgetful .
You're welcome . By the way , is there a pay phone near here ?
Yes , there's one just on the other side of this building . Do you have any small change ?
Yes , I do . Thank you .
What's the fare ?
$ 10 per hour .
Thank you .
what have you got ? A cough ? A cold ?
that ' s the funny thing . I don ' t what ' s wrong with me . I just feel exhausted .
perhaps you ' Ve been working too hard . You do have a high-pressure job .
maybe . I haven ' t been able to keep my food down either . That ' s unusual .
well . I ' m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good .
yes , he is . I ' Ve make an appointment for 10 o ' clock , so I ' d better move along .
OK . Hope you feel better soon . You should take it easy . I ' m sure the doctor will prescribe rest , you know .
Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
Who was your vote for President ?
My vote was for Barack Obama .
I didn ' t expect him to win .
I had no doubt in my mind that he would win .
What made you think that ?
Nobody could compete with him .
I thought his race would have kept him from winning .
Times are changing .
That ' s true .
I support our new President 100 % .
You don ' t know that I have been over-protected by my mother these years . I am really about to leave the family and spread my wings .
Maybe you are right .
They spend hours there , especially on weekends .
Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ?
I know several . But wouldn ' t it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn ' t that complicated ?
No , it ' s easy . We ' ll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They ' ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
You're so industrious .
And I represent ?
Our company just concluded a business transaction . You can help with documenting varies financial sheets involved in this transaction .
Ok , thank you .
You ' re welcome . Feel free to ask me any time you need help .
I have no idea . Could you recommend me one ?
What about this one ? It fits you .
Well , the style is quite good , but I think it's too showy . I would like to try on the lighter one .
This way please . We offer multiple manicure services here . Do you want a full service ?
I don't need the full service .
But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now .
No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing .
OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service .
Thanks very much .
OK , could you give me your details and I'll see if it has cleared . We need your banking details and some ID . A passport or something like that ?
I have my passport right here , and here are the account details . The name , number ...
Mr Jurgen , yes , the remittance has been successful .
That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible .
Not a problem , Sir . Please fill in this exchange form and show me your passport .
Look , I have two tickets . Will you go with me ?
Wow , I like concerts .
Speaking of flight attendants , they keep smiling at me . I wonder why ...
It'll be the year 2000 ! The flight attendants are coming over here . They're carrying bottles of champagne !
That's because it's time .
Time for what ?
It's time to make our wedding wish come true ...
You mean get married now ? On the plane ?
Why not ? I've got the rings ready .
I don't know what to say , Jack !
Hopefully , you'll say " yes " ...
How to maintain a high standard of nursing ?
To maintain a high standard of nursing , we should take experience and education into consideration while considering a nurse's level of expertise in caring for various patients .
But I ruined your rug .
Forget it . It was an accident .
No problem , Jenny . Are you sure five hundred is enough ?
Yes . Thank you so much .
Awesome . Was someone killed there ?
Oh , yeah , while he was eating , and he was a pretty famous Don .
Cool ! Is it safe for us to eat there though ?
Sure . In fact , nowadays , you'll see more tourists there than Italians . There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat .
The Sons on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove .
You're going to need to take two buses to get to that Sons .
Which buses will I have to take ?
First , you need to get on the 268 going west .
Then what do I do ?
You need to get off on Fair Oaks and Washington .
What's next ?
Get on the 261 , and it'll take you the rest of the way to Sons .
There's nothing else ?
That's all there is to it .
Me too . Swimming is a very good exercise for health . It combines water , bath , sunbath , and air bath together . It promotes the growth and haleness of muscles , bone , viscera and nerve systems .
I have never thought that swimming can bring us so many benefits . I only know that swimming in great waves and deep running water can train people's spirits , and enable people to be fearless of the hardships , dangers and difficulties and become brave and staunch .
Have you ever swum in a river or a lake ?
Yes , but not always . However , I won't let it go if I have a chance .
I mean , do you like snake meat ?
I'm afraid I'll feel sick at the sight of it .
Cindy , you're so cute .
she is also very naughty . By the way , do you have a dog , Maria ?
I have a little white cat .
Oh , a cat ? Come on .
yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small .
but I think they're dull , aren't they ?
not at all . They're quiet most of the time . But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs .
well , cats are certainly more independent .
absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago .
oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ?
yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it .
Poor cat .
now we get along very well . It makes me feel that I'm someone special .
Well , I see the cable . But my computer runs on wireless only .
No problem . I'll tell you about our alternatives .
Yes , I'd love to hear what the alternatives are .
Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor .
Great ! But is it free ?
Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee .
You said there were other alternatives ?
Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless .
Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ?
We might have a printer here next month . But for now , you'll have to go to the lab .
Lizzy smith .
Of course I do .
Then , Do you know her younger sister ?
You mean Mary ?
Yes .
Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary .
Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ?
Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too .
That sounds terrific .
Why do you ask me these questions ?
I just want to visit the family some day .
Not until next week , I think , the 15th .
Then , we ' Ve got plenty of time .
How much is it ?
It's two yuan .
Which way do we go for the Northern Line ?
Just go through the No . 8 ticket-barrier over there . A train will be in directly .
I appreciate it . Thank you .
That's all right .
How much is the tape record ?
$ 5 .
That's really cheap . I will take it .
Sure . Here you are .
don ' t worry . I ' Ve decided that for your birthday I ' m going to take you shopping for a new dress .
really ? I thought you hated shopping ?
I do , that ' s why you should appreciate this gift !
sure . That ' s really nice of you . Let ' s go in and try some things on .
how about this red dress ? I think it would really suit you .
that ' s gorgeous ! Do they have it in a size 8 ?
here you go . On any other day , it would cost me a fortune , but it ' s on special offer today .
I think this color isn ' t quite right for me . Do they have the same dress in white ?
let me look . Let ' s see ... they ' Ve got one in blue , green , pink , black ... and white . Here you are .
this is perfect ! What do you think ?
I think you look fantastic . Happy Birthday !
I ' m so lucky . You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon ! Thanks honey !
I know that it ' s going around the dorms .
My boyfriend hasn ' t been feeling so well . Maybe he passed it on to me .
I have some cold tablets if you would like one .
Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup .
Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold .
My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold .
You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions .
If things don ' t get better in a few days , I will look for some other solutions .
I am still in XYZ Company , this meeting took longer than I expected . Say to it that the office manager knows I won ' t be in to punch my card .
Ok .
I ' Ve changed my mind .
Why is that ?
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
OK , I ' ll try later . Thanks anyway .
You ' re welcome .
Can I get the ticket here ?
Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter .
Thank you .
How did you get it ?
I failed in my computer course once and I made up my mind to learn it well . Then I made painstaking preparation for 3 months and I finally got it .
Oh , that's new to me . So what's on everyday ?
News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
Sure thing . I have an experience like that .
Oh , how were you saved finally ?
I was in such a panic at that time . Fortunately another boat came along and I was saved from drowning .
This style came out last year , though . I like the dress , but I ' m not sure whether last year ' s fashions will be same this year .
I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years . People don ' t change fashions every year . It would be too expensive .
Yes . Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year , but only rich people can do it .
There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes .
I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ' t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy .
I know what you mean . The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children . The we ' ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes !
There ' s a typhoon coming .
No way !
Yep , it should be here by tomorrow night .
Is she busy ?
Not always , she's rather busy at the end of the year .
The jacket is tight in the shoulders and long in the sleeve . What about the price there ?
The price is moderate , but their work is sometimes not satisfactory .
Is there a better tailor's around here ?
No , there is not , as far as I know .
It's a deal .
See you in the court .
Oh , that's too bad . I just got a phone call saying that my wife is now in the hospital . She is going to deliver a baby . I must take the day off to go to the hospital . May I talk to him to ask for leave ?
I am afraid not , but I think I could convey your leave to him after the client goes .
Oh , that's very kind of you . Thank you very much . I've got to go .
What dose she look like ?
She has blond hair and blue eyes .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
The department manager is all over her . He says he loves her .
What about your friend ? Did she fall for him ?
Of course not ! She thinks he's an apple-head . She doesn't like an apple-headed man , you know .
Now you don't have the butterflies in your stomach , do you ?
Fair enough . Give it to me straight . Did she bully you into this ?
No , seriously . . . I really want this .
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
Please try these on .
The tip is rather narrow .
I will bring you a larger size .
Will it be too late if I call around ten this evening ?
That's all right . We don't go to bed early .
Do you play table tennis ?
Not really , but I like watching .
I love the balcony . We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer . We are on the 12th floor , so there ' s very nice view from the balcony .
The neighbourhood is nice too . There is a park nearby .
Yes , and there are many houses nearby . I like it that the neighbourhood isn ' t full of apartment blocks .
It ' s a pity we can ' t afford a house . A garden would be so nice .
Yes , it would . Don ' t worry . There ' s a lawn outside the building and there ' s the park nearby . This place will be fine .
The building is quite new and well constructed . I ' m happy with the fittings too .
Yes , everything has been well designed .
Yes , they're fine . I suppose . the server might be down again .
Yes , there have been a few problems recently . Why don't you call the IT department ?
Can you tell me what time we're arriving ?
Sure . Let me see ... at 6:15 a . m . local time tomorrow .
I see .
And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Taipei time .
Thank you ! Your cheeks are as red as a tomato ! Are you shy ?
Maybe ...
Some of my grappa will cure your shyness .
Is that a kind of alcohol ?
It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it !
Great . My face will turn even redder !
Do you ever ask you bank for traveller ' s cheques ? They are much safer than carrying lots of cash around .
I sometimes use traveller ' s cheques , but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash .
Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills ? I use direct debit .
Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines .
That ' s good idea . You don ' t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too .
Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ' s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others .
I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher .
I don ' t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ' s cheap and easy to use .
That ' s great . But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain .
Mr . Brown will have to call you back in a little while .
All right . But tell him I will only be here until four o'clock .
Hi , Troy . How ' s your trip going ?
It ' s nice . I arrived safely .
Are you all right ?
I ' m fine . Is everything fine in the family ?
Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ' t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ' s the weather there ?
The weather is gorgeous here .
That ' s good . Take good care of yourself .
I will . Thank you , Dad .
I love you , Troy .
I love you , too , Dad . Bye .
Was it love at first sight ? Did you fall in love with her the first time you met her ?
Yes ! The first time I saw her I knew we would fall in love .
Did you finish typing it yesterday ?
Yes , I kept on typing it until midnight , but it is lost .
Don't worry about it . It must be somewhere in your room . Let's see where you put it . Have you searched your drawers and the desk ?
Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk .
How about the shelf ?
I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ?
Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go .
I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ?
Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ?
Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ?
You ' Ve put it among these journals .
My poor memory . Thank you very much .
Look at the view from the window .
Oh , dear . That ' s terrible . Not at all what I expected .
It ' s awful , isn ' t it ?
I can ' t bear to look at it . I ' m rather disappointed .
It can ' t be helped .
Now you are with Quandong Company . What is your chief responsibility there ?
I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are the chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
One is a small-size Nike in red and the other is a big one in black . The two are tied together .
OK . We will make an announcement for you . Please leave your telephone number , we will call your as soon as we have your baggage .
Charles Dickens .
Sorry , we ' re sold out right now . Please come back next week .
Ok , Thanks .
Yes , it is . My country is famous for having that natural resources . We also have a lot of natural gas .
We have some too . Do you have a lot of coal ?
No coal has been discovered in my country , but there may be undiscovered deposits . We don ' t have many metal deposits .
There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small .
When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams .
That ' s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers .
You have many trees in your country . That ' s another natural resources .
It ' s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests .
I see . That ' s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed .
Is your country ' s environment being damaged by the oil industry ?
We have some inspections , but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil . There has been some damage , but it is under control .
Oh , I understand . She cooks , cleans and takes care of children . Is that right ?
Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
Yes , that is our Personal Wealth Management Service .
Could you tell me more ?
Of course . Financing Link is a value-added service , and can be tailored to suit your requirements .
So , I can choose exactly what services I require ? That's brilliant . Can I use the card if I'm overseas to withdraw my daily expenses ?
Certainly . We can arrange the structure to suit whatever you require . That's why this service is so popular ; it's suitable for everyone because we make it that way .
This is just what I've been looking for . Sign me up right away , please .
Oh , yes . I remember . You must be Mr Xie . It's nice to put a face to a voice .
Yes , it sure is . The L / C number is JD185649000023 .
JD185649000023 ? Yes , found it . 175,000 Euros , is that correct ? JD185649000023 ?
Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ?
Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now .
That's fine , thanks .
It was so cold this morning . I could hardly start my car .
My car didn't want to start either at first .
Don't you have a garage ?
Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot .
How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero .
I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero .
Does it ever get that cold on here ?
Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below .
Speaking of cold , how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up .
The courses for our regular dinner are , appetizer , soup , beef steak , dessert and coffee .
All right , we'll have it .
What kind of dessert do you want ?
Do you have some chocolate cakes ?
Yes , we have .
OK , we will choose it .
Wait for a moment , I'll come back soon .
I decided that you're right .
I'm glad you saw the reason .
I feel sorry for her .
Maybe this is God's will .
You begin by applying for a corporate charter . And then stockholders hold a meeting to organize the corporation , an individual has limited liability and the right .
I know . I have an idea that we get together to discuss this next week .
OK .
I will give a call .
Oh yes . I ' Ve got it written down here . Just a minute .
You really shouldn ' t write it down . You should memorise it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
OK , I ' Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the key , right ?
That ' s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren ' t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Tell me about it .
They might actually win the game .
Why ? In my opinion , it doesn't matter whether you won or not . The most important thing is participation .
I still think nobody plays for nothing .
Yeah , I am having a party this saturday night , a sort of house warming , and i want to invite you . are you busy ?
No i am free , i will be there , what time the thing starting ?
Around seven .
Ok , great , should i bring anything ?
No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ?
sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ?
Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about six thirty .
Got it .
Thanks , good to meet you , too .
You had a long flight , you must be tired .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
Our employees receive 15 days of paid vacation every year . If you don't use the full 15 days , they carry over to the following year .
How about sick days ?
You get 5 paid sick days .
Any other benefits ?
Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well .
Great . Thanks so much for your time .
We'll contact you soon , Tom . Thanks for coming in .
I am very glad that you say so . We have prepared a typical Chinese dinner this evening .
Oh , you needn't do that .
My pleasure .
Of course . How do you like your room ?
Just an ordinary one , six people living in a room .
OK , how long are you staying ?
3 days .
Where are we ?
I don't know .
You said this was the right stop .
I think I was wrong .
Did we get off the bus too early ?
I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did .
Why did you tell me to get off ?
I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop .
I really don't feel like walking .
We could always wait for the next bus to come .
I am a grown-up , and I can stand on my own two feet .
It is all up to you .
It's our first time to be here , so would you please arrange a schedule for us ?
With pleasure . I think we should go to the palace first .
When was the palace built ?
My car broke down .
That's too bad . Please try to fix it so that it doesn't happen again .
Yes , I'll work on it .
Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project
Great ! Fill me in .
Let's take a look at the Campbell Project .
I don't understand the projected revenues .
Let's take another look at it for those of you who don't understand .
We're all going to church . Do you want to come ?
No . I'm not a religious person .
Are you sure ?
Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night .
Okay , then . We'll be back around noon .
Alright .
Yes .
These drawers contain cards describing every book in our library . Together they constitute the library's " card catalog " . You can see that each drawer runs from one part of the alphabet to another . Fox example , this drawer goes from SCA to SCM .
So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society , I'd just look under ' A ' .
No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth .
What if I don't know the title of the book ?
Well , you can look under the author's name .
Could you give me an example ?
Suppose you want to find a book by your professor , William Smith . You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM . Since that's very common name , you may have to go through several ' William Smith ' until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in .
But the ads say they're most nutritious .
Have you ever heard the ads say anything bad about their products ?
Not always , and there're also few cars !
Yes , because of fewer people .
Is it possible to make a compliant call to some organization what it ' s someone gets rip-off .
Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help .
Thank you . Would you like a window or an aisle seat ?
An aisle seat , please .
Mr . Rodriguez was asking me about it yesterday .
I ' ll give him a call .
I can't seem to find my class .
What building is it in ?
It's in the C building .
Oh , I know exactly where that is .
Do you think you can tell me where it is ?
Sure , what room number is it ?
It's room number 261 .
I have a class around there right now .
Could you show me where it is ?
No problem , come on .
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I want .
No regrets .
I am really pleased with it .
I am glad you are happy .
It's super .
That ' s usual nowadays . You ' Ve added a few shelves too .
yes . You know I ' Ve been cooking more kind of food recently and I needed some extra space for spices and ingredients .
Did you buy new cupboards too ?
no , I didn ' t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added .
I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils .
yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ' m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over .
Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have fish or meat ?
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
How much time do you need ?
There you go . How do you like it ?
I think it looks gorgeous .
You think it looks nice ?
I honestly think it looks great .
Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job .
How much is it for my hair ?
Just give me $ 55 .
Thanks for doing such a good job .
No problem , girl friend . I'll see you next time .
I am calling to tell you the items you are supposed to bring for the interview the day after tomorrow .
What do I need to take with me ?
You'd better bring the diploma , identification card and several copies of your resume .
OK . Someone will be there right away .
Thank you .
It ' s Alex ... Have I got some great news ! We got the Baker account . It ' s all ours !
Fantastic ! I can ' t believe it ! That ' s the biggest account we ' Ve gotten so far !
And thanks to you .
I hope you'll visit us again , sir .
I'd be willing to try this hotel again , if you can promise me no more cockroaches .
I guarantee you that our little " friends " won't be back . I hope your trip home is pleasant .
I see . What is that ratio exactly ?
It ' s approximately 3 . 14 , but the number continues forever . What ' s the diameter of your circle ?
It ' s 10 centimeters , so the circumference should be 31 . 4 centimeters .
Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ' s the exchange rate at the moment ?
According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1 . 85 dollars to the pound .
That means that 10 . 000 pounds will buy me 18 . 500 dollars .
What ' s the next question .
Fractions . What ' s a quarter and an eighth ? That ' s three-eights . Easy . The next question is " what are prime numbers ? " .
I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together .
So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ' t because 2 * 2 = 4 .
Exactly . Anything else ?
How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether .
You ' ll be a mathematician one day .
How many can we choose ?
The aquamedic pool is included . You can choose three .
We'll do the seaweed wrap , the jet bath , and the foot massage .
OK . Here are your robes . You can go shower first .
No , I don't hear anything .
Next you dial 9 on the keypad . You should hear the tone change . Did you hear it change ?
I'm not sure .
OK . Well , after you get the line to change you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call a client .
To call a number on the outside you now just dial the number . For inside calls , punch in the extension number . Has someone given you an extension list ?
No , I don't know anyone's extension .
All of the extensions are listed on the wall chart over there if you ever need help .
Don't worry . I'll be there right on time .
Where do they go ?
Either they go to a public place such as a hotel , a restaurant , or a club , or to the home of the brid
They go to the home of the bride ?
Why do you ask ?
The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite .
Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home .
That's very expensive for the family of the bride .
Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding .
Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ?
Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married .
Maybe I'll be the one .
Thank you . That's very kind of you .
You're welcome .
Exactly ! With the war in Iraq , they'll sell like crazy around the world .
What's next ? Tony Blair in high heels ?
Sure . I'd rather show Bean in a garter belt , but all in good time .
Inspiration can come in the strangest ways ...
That might not be ideal because there would be some drawbacks to an annual contract situation that might make it difficult to sell to our buyers . What about free delivery ? If we make a large enough order , could you waive the deliver fee ?
Yes , our delivery fee could be waived , if you make an order of 50 units or more . We would have to insist on the annual contract , however . I understand it's not the most convenient for you . Perhaps we could shorten it to a sixth month contract if you are willing to take a lower rebate .
That would be fine . We could accept a lower rebate .
So you speak German , don't you ?
Yeah , but I can speak English , too .
Oh , I see . What other languages can you speak ?
A little French .
Good .
But today is Friday . You are not going to work overtime on Friday evening , are you ?
Well , I am . I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting . Is Tom coming to pick you up ?
No . We ' ll meet at my house . He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa .
That's nice . Where is his villa ?
It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself .
Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy .
Come on . You just haven ' t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life .
I know , but I am a work maniac .
Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now .
Have a nice weekend .
You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back .
Did she mention anything else ?
No , nothing else . See you Monday .
See you .
How did this war start ?
Bout side claim a small area of territory . Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other .
Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent . Neither side wants to compromise .
Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down .
What do you think will happen ?
Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate .
It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first .
So , you are leaving , aren't you ?
yes , I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ?
All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
Oh . It's nothing Navy .
My wife has been pregnant for 7 months .
I see . I guess diapers and baby food are expensive . Bringing up children is not easy .
My wife will be going back to work soon .
You should have more money then .
Yes . We will need milk powder and bassinet .
I was not born yesterday . It must be either you or Adam .
It ' s me , mum , I am sorry .
I'm going to Shanghai early tomorrow morning . So I would like to request an early morning call .
Yes , Mr . Smith , when would you like us to call you tomorrow morning ?
I have to be at the conference room of the Garden Hotel in Shanghai by 10 o'clock . I think it will take me three hours to get there . It means that I'll have to be on the road before 7 o'clock at the latest .
That's right .
Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 .
OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep .
Good night .
Well , it's too close to the door . Is that table reserved ?
No , sir . You can sit where you like .
Well , Rose ,
Is there something you need ?
Are your free this weekend ?
Yes , I have nothing to do .
Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ?
I beg your pardon ?
I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat .
Really ? well , ok , you're welcome .
Is 5 PM . a good time for you ?
Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner .
Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine .
OK . Then I'll be expecting you .
I'll be there on time .
Wow , you sound very professional .
I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner .
No . But he provides free meals and sometimes gives us some small gifts . Many of us get very tired of this , and we'd rather have weekends than stay in the office .
He should know that this is against the Labor Law in our country . Legally , employees should get double pay if asked to do extra work during the weekend or on holidays .
We all know about that , but we have no choice . The chairman of the trade union says he is going to negotiate with the management .
I suggest that you go to the lawyers ' office to get some help .
That's a good idea . I think we will soon come to a solution to the problem .
Are you all our guests ?
Yes we checked on just now .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right .
So you're leaving this evening , we ' ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag .
Thanks a lot .
Well , I quit breakfast , so I had a rich brunch . I feel like having something mild for dinner
In that case , what about having some noodles ?
Noodles are fine . Or maybe I'll have some porridge .
All right . I'll cook for you .
Well , you guys worked hard for it . It's really beautiful .
I'm just not looking forward to cleaning it !
It was a good game , wasn't it ?
Oh , I didn't watch the football match . I wanted to but my wife preferred to see the old film .
What a pity . It was quite exciting . Both teams played very well .
How did it finish ?
It finished in a draw . What was the film like ?
It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first .
Did your wife enjoy it ?
No , she didn't . After half an hour she stopped watching and started to read a book .
Thanks a lot .
Do you work in Shanghai ?
Yes I do . How about you ?
No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here .
You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ?
Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure !
Uh huh ...
Yes , there is .
Where ' s the tea ?
It ' s over there , behind the teapot . Can't you see it ?
I can see the teapot , but I can ' t see the tea .
There it is ! It ' s in front of you .
Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ?
There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ?
Yes . Here they are .
Hurry up , Sam . The kettle ' s boiling .
It's really frustrating , isn't it ? I have the same problem . I would feel a lot better if the currency was a little more stable . With the way the dollar plummeting lately , my securities have gone up in smoke .
Every day I have less money ! I haven't spent anything , it is just melting away because of the shifts in exchange rate .
What we really should be making investment in is the Euro . I've followed the Euro's progress over the last quarter , I think it's about time to buy in .
What about the Yen ?
Are you kidding ? The Yen is in worse shape than the Dollar !
May I have your passport and form I - 94 , please ?
Here you are .
What's the nature of your visit ? Business or pleasure ?
Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives .
How long are you going to stay in the United States ?
Three weeks .
What is your occupation ?
I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company .
Do you have a return ticket ?
Yes , here it is .
That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip .
Thank you .
No , I am afraid not . I just arrive in town today .
Mr . Thomas is quite busy , I ' m afraid he won ' t be able to see you today .
Would you please ask when he will be free ?
Have a seat please while I call .
Why are you interested in this occupation ?
It's always been my dream to be a stewardess . And I like travelling to different places .
What do you think is the chief characteristic for a stewardess ?
Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely .
Do you get angry easily ?
No , I know how to control my temper .
If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ?
I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time .
If you are hired , when can you start work ?
I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now .
What are your salary expectations ?
I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works .
I know he has brought great trouble to you . A million thanks .
No trouble at all . He's very cute and brave . By the way , do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks .
I will . It's most thoughtful of you .
His residence ? You mean the whole palace ?
Yes . The Forbidden City is divided into two parts . The southern section , or the Outer Court was for the emperor to exercise his power over the nation , and the northern part , or the Inner Court was for his royal family .
Oh , unbelievable . This was too luxurious .
Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor .
OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic .
Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living .
I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ?
Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power .
Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ?
Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family .
Just like the pattern dragon , right ?
Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen .
Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here .
Sure , this will be a really good picture .
Me too . I love to play on the swing as well . Swing is my favorite .
That's great . Then we won't fight over taking the same ride .
Look at the flowers over there . What are they ?
They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ?
They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park .
I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond .
If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn .
It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover .
Well , off we go . I am sure we can have a great time .
We are now running late .
I know . Why don't we take a different route ?
Let me check and look at the map . Yes , there is an exit three quarters of a mile ahead . We ' ll exit Market Street , head west , then get on the Pennsylvania Freeway .
Ok , let's do that , even though we may have to take a longer way .
Yeah . He ' s been having an easy time since he was a boy , and now he doesn ' t know how to face the music .
He is out of luck .
The door bell doesn't work , the sink is leaking
There's no hot water , and the building is falling apart !
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we wouldn't put up with it !
Yes . Here is my passport .
What currency will you have ?
US dollars , please .
All right , and how will you have it ?
500 in twenty dollar bills and the rest in a dollar bills .
Here you are .
Please count .
Oh , I ' m sorry , Ms . Montgomery . I ' ll come back later .
That ' s all right . I ' ll be finished in a little while .
I'm glad to meet you , Mr . Zhuang . Sit down , please .
Thank you . Miss Kelly .
What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist ?
I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute .
Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ?
Yes , I would . ( After testing )
Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ?
Yes , I'd like to give it a try .
All right . You need to have an interview with our manager , Mr . McBride . Let ' s go to his office .
Someone brings a truck to the game and we have a barbecue right there in the parking lot out of the back of the truck !
How fun ! Can I bring something ?
Don't worry about it ! Just come at five .
I make a mean potato salad !
Well , if you insist , you are welcome to bring a potato salad !
Then I'll see you in the parking lot at five ! Thank you !
Medium . May I try it on ?
Of course . You look terrific in it !
Can I pay by check ?
I'm afraid you can't , ma'am . We accept only traveler's checks and credit cards .
OK . How about this card then ?
We can take it . Just a moment ... Please sign here .
What sort of proof do you need ?
A driver ' s license or something showing that you live in this city .
I ' m a student from out of state , so I don ' t have a local driver ' s license .
Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ?
The phone bill ' s in my name .
That ' ll do . Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ' ll issue you a temporary library card right away .
How long will it take to get the regular one ?
It ' ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
That ' s very kind of you . But if I don ' t go now I ' ll miss the last bus .
That ' s too bad .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
That would be convenient . They might as well ask him to fix the electrical wiring . The circuit breakers keep going out all the time . It ' s really annoying !
Yeah you are right . This office is falling apart ! Frank told me the other day that the gutters outside were clogged and that ' s why the parking lot was flooded .
I know ! I was in ankle deep water trying to get to my car that day ! The handyman definitely has his work cut out for him .
Then could I have four orders , please ?
Of course , ma'am .
Will it take long ?
Not long . They'll be ready in a few minutes .
Sure , here you are .
It is nice , may i try it on ?
Yes , the fitting room is over there , it looks fantastic on you , this style color in sizes natural here and figure , perfectly .
Does this fashion really fit my figure ?
I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style .
Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body .
Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now .
I thought you recognize she from there .
Oh , you like the rolling machine .
Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue .
No problem , is this blue ok ?
Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ?
Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two .
That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ?
The total is 90 dollars including tax .
Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ?
Yes , we do , debit or credit ?
Debit card .
Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ?
No , thanks .
Have a good day .
Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime .
Great , take care .
Thanks , byebye .
It's a suitcase . Its colour is blue .
Could you give me a description of your case ?
It's like this , it's square with a leather cover .
I'll check it for you . I've found it . Is this yours ?
Yes , it is the right one
Will you show me your key card , please ?
Here it is .
All right . Now you can take your case away
have you finished compiling your resume ?
yes , I was precise with every word in my resume ?
that's good . Don't forget to design the format . An attractive format is as important as the content .
absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read .
good . How about your cover letter ?
a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ?
no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of
sounds reasonable . Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention .
yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview .
got it . I'll start right now .
No . Come here right now .
OK .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
Nothing special . I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school , visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for . How about yours ?
You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself .
I have heard of that before . When shall we start ?
It starts at 7:00 and lasts 3 hours .
You don ' t mind if I smoke , do you ?
Well , to be frank , yes , I do .
Oh , I ' m sorry . But this isn ' t a no-smoker , is it ? I mean would you mind if I smoke here ?
Actually it is . Perhaps you haven ' t noticed the sign .
Sign ? What ' s sign ?
There , on the window .
Oh , sorry . I didn ' t notice it . Sorry .
That ' s all right .
I need many things .
I can get a few of them right away , but might have to order some .
I can wait a few days for these items .
Make sure that you have money allocated for these supplies . How much do you have for office supplies ?
I don't think we have very much money for supplies , but we have a little .
Would you like them delivered to you or can you come get them here ?
I am not sure yet .
When you finish completing the request form , we will order and let you know when the supplies are here . Have a great day !
Good-bye !
I ' m sorry that I was absent yesterday .
I ' Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ?
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
How many subsidiaries do you have ?
There are over 20 subsidiaries around the world .
What ? How much do you know Hollywood ?
Nearly everything .
You are full of boasts . I can examine you by question and answer . What is Hollywood ? Where is it ? What is the function of it ?
Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world . It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often .
Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s
Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it .
Mm . What came after that ?
After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals .
Pretty good . Please continue .
Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . .
The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers .
Come on .
Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have .
Any more ?
Of course , no list of film would be complete without animated movies . These are especially popular among children .
You have no idea ! There's a banquet with prizes , performances ... you name it !
Really ? What kind of prizes ?
Well , I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car !
A new car ! You're kidding !
No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear !
Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ?
Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too !
Gee , I don't think I own any red underwear , but I can buy some !
And I hear he gives very good lectures .
Indeed . He's strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared .
Not many but these ones . They are the Folk Antique Handicrafts and Collectibles Exhibition Halls !
Sounds great ! How many kinds of folk collections they have ?
Well , there're actually over 200 kinds of folk collections in this city , that's half the collections of antique objects in China . There's one exhibition hall for multiple collection , and several individual display rooms for private collections .
Private collectors ! Oh , they must have excellent collections . I'll go and see each of them . What kinds of collections can I see ? Come on , David , don't keep me in suspense !
No hurry ! I'll tell you now . The collections include ancient cases and caskets , tea sets , abacuses , precious sea shells and conches , jars and water abacuses for study use , drama costumes , agates , ancient coins , butterflies , fans , mini musical instruments , root-carving , rare stones and rocks , model ships , model cars .
Enough , David ! I can't wait anymore . Let's go right now !
Okey , Okey . We'll start from the Folk Collection Exhibition House , a multi-folk collection exhibition hall , where the best of local antique objects are on constant display . The hall itself used to be the site of a local club in the late King Dynasty , a well preserved piece of antique architecture itself . Academic research seminars and exchanges between domestic and international experts are often organized there .
Very interesting . That's really a place I must go and see . And then ?
If you have interest in butterflies , you must go to the Butterfly Exhibition . Mr . Chen , owner of the private museum , has a large collection of specimen of over 1 000 species of butterflies from more than 20 countries for public display . Quite a lot of them are state-level treasures .
Mr . Chen himself has become an authority in this area , and master of butterfly sample making , I should say .
I'm try to write a letter to one of our clients , But I just don't know exactly what to say , I don't even know how to get started , I know I should write dear Mr . Mrs . or Ms . , but the problem is I don't know the name of contact person .
You can just put Dear Sir or Madam , officialese not personal , you can write to whom may concerned .
OK , So I first thanks them for their business , I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support , How is that ?
Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference .
Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount
Right , do you need them to respond ?
Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ?
You can tell them " Please finding the enclosed customer service survey , else also , you can say Attach a customer survey . If you need resource it right away , you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible . Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience .
Why haven't you got it ?
I don't know where to go to get one .
I know where to get them from .
Where do I get it ?
They sell them at the business office on campus .
I had no idea .
I'm sure you didn't .
Thank you .
Don't mention it .
I'll buy it later on today .
I don't want coffee . I'd like some orange juice .
Why don't you drink coffee ?
I don't like coffee in this cafe .
It does taste weird .
Most people think so .
Yes , that's exactly the bug I got . Though , I do kind of like the pictures .
Those clothes do suit him better .
Wait a second-are these pictures copyrighted ?
Probably not . It's off the Internet . What difference does it make ?
That ' s what I was thinking . I ' ll have them there by Thursday .
Good news . Thanks for getting things done so quickly .
Hold on please .
Hello , I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now . He's in a meeting . Can I take a message ?
Yes , can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can ? My name's Mary , and I'm calling from Happy Travel . My number is 123 456 789 .
Sorry , could you repeat that please ?
Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ?
Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can .
Great . Thanks .
Anything else ?
No , that's it . Thanks . Bye .
Bye .
How long would surface mail take , compared with airmail ?
Oh , anything up to 3 or 4 months for surface mail . It depends on the sailing of the ships . Airmail would only take 1 to 2 weeks .
How much would this parcel cost me by airmail ?
Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 .
Thanks . That'll be OK .
Why don't you think about applying for a job on the Internet ?
On the Internet ? I have never tried that way .
Well , it's very convenient and very popular now .
So how to apply for a job on the Internet ?
Just get online and send your application through email to the employer .
But how can I know which employer is hiring ?
You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website .
Will the employers see my information ?
Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you .
Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ?
If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe .
I will give it a try at once .
Fine , only a little tired .
You'll recover after a good night's sleep .
Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence .
That's all right . Would you have a cup of coffee ?
Yes , Please . It ' s very kind of you .
Don't mention it .
The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well . You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me .
It's my pleasure .
I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them .
Thank you . Thank you for the trouble you've taken .
Not at all .
Who was the director ?
I'm not sure , but I think it must be directed by Zhang You . That's typical of him .
What's your name ?
Jenny Madison .
What ' s your nationality ?
Nigerian .
What is your date of birth ?
15th of April , 1969 .
And your occupation ?
I am a painter .
What's your passport No . ?
7834623464 3367 .
Where do you live in China ?
In the Golden Mountain Hotel in Beijing .
You are suspected of smuggling . Do you understand your rights ?
Yes .
Ok , sign here .
When will you buy it then ?
I promise you'll have it tomorrow .
Well , rest assured that you can count on us to be here for the long run , please sit down . Coffee ?
No , thanks . I ' Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine .
Haha , I could never do that . I ' d be a zombie if I didn ' t have my morning coffee fix . Let ' s get down to business then .
Yes . I ' Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market .
That ' s great ! I ' m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ?
No , we ' re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal .
Surely . Let ' s get started by drafting a new contract .
I'm new here and I can ' t seem to find the lunch room .
Oh , it ' s right downstairs . I'm going there myself . Just follow me .
He never does , and in fact , he seldom communicates with him .
But didn ' t you say that his Dad takes him under his wings ?
Yes , I did . He only takes side with him . He seldom asks what Dick is doing .
It is very expensive . Tom ' s father paid for it .
I want to have a car like that . But I am not rich . And I don ' t have a rich daddy .
They are By new models now , they are not very expensive . Maybe you should look for one .
I suppose that in a foreign country it was difficult at first , wasn't it ?
Surely it was , especially when you only knew few people and little English .
You mean you didn ' t know much English then ?
Right . I only knew a few English sentences .
That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ?
First , I worked as a servant .
Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience .
I'd like to , but I must run to a meeting .
What do you eat on that day ?
People cook turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner .
Anything else ?
Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables .
I'm almost hungry .
Did you check with reception at your hotel ?
Yes , I did . But nobody has handed it in as yet .
OK , that's fine , Sir . We just need to ask you some questions for security purposes .
Please , go right ahead .
Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ?
I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are .
That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ?
It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose !
That's completely natural . Most of our customers do the same thing . Could you just hold for a moment please ? Thank you .
What part of the visit excited you most ?
The best island of Korea-Jizhou island .
Why ?
Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming .
Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible .
What do you mean ?
Sometimes the traffic is too busy .
Yes , you are right .
I feel he's like a talking machine .
I feel the same way .
Then open that window . Yeah , that one .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
Will this be your first year ?
No , I transferred here .
What school did you come from ?
I transferred from PCC .
Why ' d you transfer here ?
I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ' t good enough .
Is PCC a good school ?
PCC is great !
I hope you enjoy it here .
Thank you very much .
Why ?
I like talking to writers , I get to meet a lot of interesting people .
I'm happy to hear that , but publishing is more than just talking to writers . it involves a lot of work , patience and responsibility . Most of the work is boring .
I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry .
Do you have any complaints ?
No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ?
Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well .
That's perfect . I will definitely do well .
Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ?
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
Thanks .
Are you applying to study or work abroad ?
I want to study abroad .
What do you want to study ?
I hope to study English Literature .
Have you got your visa yet ?
Not yet . I have an interview with a visa official today .
I see . Is it your first interview ?
No , I ' Ve already been here for 3 interviews .
But a quality inspection system does not mean that each unit will always be up to the standard .
We have trained analyzers to do quality analysis at the end of each part when we make the product . This means that no mistakes are made .
Your salesman also told me that each worker is trained to do quality analysis . Can you tell me a little about that ?
Certainly . We provide quality analysis training as part of the training for all new workers , plus a week of further training every year .
I can ' t figure out why my paycheck this week is smaller than last week ' s .
Did you generate any income during that time period ?
I made a little bit of money , but not much .
Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ?
I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form .
When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check .
That being the case , I don ' t think that I am going to show the income next time .
Don ' t do it ! If you get caught making false statements , you can have your claim closed .
I think it's bleeding .
Her father is dying .
Oh , that ' s very sad .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
I ' m doing great , thank you .
So we can get down to business .
What do you recommend ? What can I do to lose weight ?
Well , I exercise a lot . I go running at least three times a week . But more than that I enjoy playing sports and so different sports use different muscles and all of it helps to lose that weight that you might have gained .
Yeah , well , actually , one of the problems is that I actually exercise a lot .
Do ya ?
Yeah , so maybe it's my diet .
It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars .
That's pretty tough !
Did you see everything ?
I was in the bank at the time .
What exactly did you see ?
I saw the guy come in with a gun .
Did you get a good look at his face ?
He was wearing a mask .
Was anyone else with him ?
He came in alone .
Could you come to the station for more questioning ?
That'll be fine .
Yes , I am . Are you Miss Li from the travel agency ?
That's right .
Do you mind telling me your name ?
Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ?
Yes , it is . I usually travel light .
Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ?
Sure , and I'm glad to meet you . Thanks for your help .
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I wanted .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
I ' d like to pack my bags and leave tonight .
Are you aware that without two weeks advance notice prices will be very high ?
Yes I know , but I just got the chance to leave and so I am going to take it no matter what .
I understand . So that ' s one ticket to New York , and you ' ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ?
I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket .
When would you like to return ?
My return date will be the 14th .
OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy !
OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6
Will there be any layovers ?
No , all flights are direct .
Perfect ! I ' m afraid to ask , but how much is it ?
$ 800 dollars .
I read in the newspapers that the passenger liners from Shanghai to Ningpo and Dalian have been out of business ; and the liners up and down the Yangtze River have been reduced by 70 % .
The pace of life of people is now getting faster and faster , so the speed of ships and boats seems to be so slow . I think it may be the reason why people don't like to travel by boat .
But the most of the transoceanic cargo transportation is still carried by boat .
good morning .
the reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week .
oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
is there someone else I can talk to ?
she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
that will be fine .
ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 . See you then .
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I wanted .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
I got carried away . I made such a fool of myself . They were both laughing at me !
You got drunk , and you were hilarious . Lighten up .
That guy was definitely a Don .
So now you can say you had a mafia experience . Ha-ha .
Yeah . If I leave Little Italy alive ...
Are you kidding ? Don had fun scaring you . He'd probably buy you dinner if we go back .
I'd like to . It's a cell phone , camera , PAD and mp3 player all in one .
if I had enough money , I'd buy one , but I don't even have enough to buy one of their shuffle spods .
how big is a shuffle iPod ?
the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first .
how many gigs of music can it hold ?
I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember .
how much do they cost ?
not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars .
you're right , that's not bad at all .
do you have an iPod ?
I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one .
why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ?
that's one of the problems with having an iPod . Though an iPod might have an above average battery life , once the battery is dead , so is your iPod .
First you must check in at Counter No . 4 .
That one there ?
That's right . Then you will follow the signs to Gate 85 .
Thank you . You ' Ve been very helpful .
Well , I came to know a girl three weeks ago . We have so much in common .
So ?
So I think I may fall in love with her .
That sounds great . But how do you know that's a crush or a real love ?
Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in real love ?
That's a big question . Well , if you're in love , maybe you will take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all .
That's what I do .
And you think about her all the time ?
Yes .
And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid . For instance , you used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning then you begin to like jogging .
That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs .
Oh , congratulations . Sounds like you've found your soul mate .
Thanks , but I know falling in love is one thing while staying in love is another .
Yes , that's right . If you find this person becomes more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love .
Yeah , falling in love is so good .
What are you going to do then ?
Just let it go .
How are your work now ?
Not bad , just let it go .
How old is she ?
She ' s 18 .
She is tall ?
Yes , she is .
And she is thin , isn ' t she ?
Well , just a little thin .
What do you think of the teacher ?
She's very nice .
What does she teach ?
English , of course .
Is she your teacher ?
Yes . She teaches our class three times a week .
Can she speak Chinese to her students ?
Not very much .
It's a good thing you can speak English !
That sounds really attractive . Let's go to that candy shop now .
Are you serious ? It is always crowded with many people .
why not ? I would like to buy some candies . Since there are so many people , I think they must have delicious candy .
Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty .
They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors .
I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything .
Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people .
To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not .
You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities .
That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home .
You really can't live without candy .
When is your garden at its best ?
It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out .
I ' m glad to see you , too . How ' Ve you been ?
Just fine . How is everything with you ?
Not bad . I finally bought a house . It ' s an old one , but built really solid . It is close to here . Do you want to come over for lunch ?
I ' d like that , but I ' m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ' d meet them at the airport for lunch .
OK , next time you ' re here .
That ' s a deal .
I heard that you moved to Florida .
Yes , I ' m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ' Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches .
Tell me more .
The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright .
Sounds great !
I ' m pretty happy living there .
I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs .
I ' Ve been to all of them .
I ' m jealous . I ' Ve never been to Florida .
The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ' ll take you to Disney World .
That sounds great ! I ' ll take you up on that invitation .
I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ?
I sure will .
Here ' s my business card . Send me an email once in a while .
Count on it . And here ' s my card . Don ' t hesitate to call me anytime .
Thank you . I ' d better get going . I don ' t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry .
Well , I ' m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip .
Take good care of yourself , Mary .
I will . Good-bye .
Bye-bye !
As far as I know , insomnia is usually caused by stress . Are you stressed at all ?
Well , I'm really worried about my grades . I didn't think this course would be so stressful .
You're a good student . I'm sure you can do well . What you need to do is to relax .
You're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ?
Taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress .
I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying !
You need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ' t very usually effective .
You ' re right . I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class .
Besides , it ' s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ' s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply .
That ' s fantastic . I ' m going to go try that out in my room now . good night !
Good night , sleep tight ; don ' t let the bed bugs bite !
Why ?
Well , it ' s very comfortable just to drift here .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
What kind of stamps do you want ?
How much do I need for this letter ?
I must weigh it .
How much ? Is it overweight ?
It is 5 grams overweight . Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter ?
How much is it , then ?
Registration plus overweight , 7 yuan in all .
OK . Here you are .
No , they've got engaged .
You must be joking . Those two ?
Well , my dear , I didn't believe it either . But I got it straight from the horse's mouth . David called me this morning .
So when did this all happen ?
Last weekend , while they were on their ski trip .
Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ?
Next June .
I can hardly believe it .
Well , why don ' t we make it the thirtieth ? We can set it up from three to five . That way , everybody can just go home afterwards .
Sounds good to me . You make up the invitations , I ' Ve got run . I ' Ve got a meeting in five minutes .
Yes , someone give me a pamphlet introducing the restaurant and its business hours when I passed by this morning . So , let ' s have a try . My treat .
Great , I like the idea of trying some new food .
Good for you . Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world .
Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hi-gene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . For sure all the customers will benefit from this .
to be honest , I'm a bit fed up .
what's wrong ?
well , my boyfriend was supposed to call me last night , but he never did .
that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it .
the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't .
I see how that can get a bit annoying .
a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar .
so what are you going to do about it ?
I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him .
what do you think would make you happier ?
in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first .
relationships can be confusing sometimes .
what would you do if you were me ?
I'd call him and dump him now ! You deserve better than him !
Hello , Mr Gwent . What can I do for you today ?
Some money has been sent from our Head Office in Berlin . Could you check whether you have received the remittance yet ?
Of course . Do you know which bank it was sent through and the amount and currency ?
Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars .
Yes , here it is . That's received and cleared , so it's available for withdrawal .
What kind of games do you like ?
Big games of course .
I see , but games are played in different ways . I'm wondering what type of games do you like to play ?
Type ? I don't know , what do you have ?
Basically , there are 7 types of games
Well , I am a beginner . I ...
Don't worry . Most male customers choose first person shooting , real time strategy , action or sports , while female customers prefer simulating , action or role playing . Shooting , action and sports games require flexible movements and real time strategy usually needs overall consideration .
I like first person shooting and action more than other types of games .
If so , counter Strike and Might & Magic are good alternatives . Counter Strike is one of the hottest shooting games and Might & Magic series are popular among girls because the game has attractive plot and interesting scenes .
Oh , thanks a lot . Then , I will take the two .
Do you want the latest editions ? If your computer runs fast , I think the latest editions are better because although old editions are cheaper , they are less exciting and attractive .
I will have the latest editions .
Well , my parents have rented a condominium in Florida . I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming .
Sounds great !
Say , why don't you come with us ? We have plenty of room .
Do you mean it ? I'd love to !
I thought we were supposed to meet HERE .
Don ' t you know our movie starts at seven ? And we were going to meet at the theater at five to seven . Then it doesn ' t make sense to meet at the apartment .
I ' m sorry . We must have misunderstood each other .
Why don ' t you try to be clearer about your intentions ?
You ' re right . I am sorry . Let ' s go and watch the movie .
It ' s okay . I don ' t want to go now . We ' Ve already missed ten minutes of the movie . I don ' t want to see a movie without watching the beginning .
How would you like it ?
Just a trim will do .
What are you going to do ?
I'm going to be a clerk .
What does a clerk do ?
He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types .
I want to be a vet .
A-what ?
A vet-a veterinary surgeon .
Good gracious ! What's that ?
A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor .
I once read a story about a person who talked to animals . It was very interesting .
That ' s it , my lease is up . I have to move .
What ? Why ? Can ' t you renew it ?
The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot
Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP .
I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ' m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while .
Well , let me know if there ' s anything I can do to help out .
Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ?
Hehe .. sure
I hope you are Settling in at school !
I am ! I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses .
Good ! Me too ! By the way . you didn't tell me what you are studying here .
Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies .
Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ?
Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really .
What about your friend Zoe
She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy .
Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures .
I guess so . What about you , Simon ?
I'm studying law .
Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer .
Sure , welcome anytime
Well , I bought this skirt here yesterday afternoon . But I got the wrong size . It ' s too small for my daughter . I wonder if I could refund it .
Yes , you could if it's kept intact . But don't you want to get a bigger size ?
I intended to , but as far as I know , all the skirts of this kind here are of the same size .
Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back .
Sorry to have given you trouble .
Never mind . It ' s just my duty .
You need to apply for a passport .
When can I apply for it ?
You can apply right now .
I ' d like to do that .
Fill this out , please .
What ' s next ?
I will need to take your passport picture .
When will my passport be ready ?
It will take about three weeks .
That ' s great . Thank you .
What types of medications would be best ?
For water retention , I am going to start you on Hydrochlorothiazide , which is a diuretic .
What are the side effects from taking that drug ,
You need to stay hydrated on this drug , but most people experience little side effects .
Will that one medication take care of all of my problems ?
For now I want you to take a second drug , Lisinopril , an ACE inhibitor .
Am I going to experience any complications with that drug ?
The most you will experience will be a dry cough but you probably won ' t experience anything negative .
Let me buy you lunch today to pay you back .
You don't like the performance , do you ?
Yes , but I don't like the story .
How should I know ? It's just kind of cold in the middle . It just doesn't taste right . Do you want to try it ?
Well , let me get that out of your way . Would you like to order something else from the menu ? Or I could bring you another order of chicken if you'd like .
Another one ? I don't want another one . Give me something simple . You've got steak , right ?
Yes , we do . How would you like it cooked ?
Half done .
I'm looking for the airport . Can you tell me how to get there ?
No , sorry . I don't know .
I think I can take the subway to the airport . Do you know where the subway is ?
Sure , it's over there .
Where ? I don't see it .
Across the street .
Oh , I see it now . Thanks .
No problem .
Do you know if there's a restroom around here ?
Yes , there's one here . It's in the store .
Thank you .
Bye .
What makes you think so ?
She's my wife , you know .
You lost your wallet ? Anything important in it ?
Yes . A lot of cash . Almost forty thousand pounds .
Oh , I ' m sorry to hear that . I think you ' d better talk to the police officer walking there .
It seems that is a better way . Thank you .
You are welcome .
Wouldn't that take you away from your project ?
I have plenty of time to do this . I promise you it won't be a problem for me .
Is there a good time for you to help me ?
If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday .
How about meeting in my office ?
That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have .
Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot .
Don't worry . Everything will go well . I promise !
Yes . The drinks are very good ! I'm Paul , by the way .
Hello Paul . I'm Jane . So what do you do ?
I'm in finance . You ?
Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them .
T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ?
About two years . And you ? Are you based here ?
No . Actually , I'm based in Shanghai . I'm just here for the conference . So , T & D eh ...
May I see your passport ?
Of course , here you are .
Would you please open the suitcase ? What are these ?
They are two cameras .
Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey .
OK , you're through now .
Well , yes , I do . I'm a real fan of Wanton Marsalis .
Oh , does he play the piano ?
No , he doesn't ! ! ! He plays the trumpet . So , what kind of music do you like ?
I like rock a lot .
Who's your favorite group ?
The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ?
No , I don't . I can't stand them ! !
Okay , enough small talk . Let ' s get down to business .
Good idea .
Since we ' re good friends , you don't have to pay me .
No , I can ' t accept it . Business is business .
What a horrible name ! Is it full of suspense ?
No , not at all . it ' s about how to keep fit .
Yes , it's perfect !
He's diving for the gold .
I ' Ve heard the whether here is ideal , just like spring most of the year
That ' s correct . we have four seasons of spring
Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
Where would you like to go ?
To the airport please .
Here we are .
Thank you . How much is it ?
Nine pounds twenty .
Here's ten pounds . Keep the change .
Thank you . Sir
You're welcome , Goodbye !
He told me so himself .
Ok .
I'm afraid she's out .
Can you give her a message , please ?
Yes , of course .
Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number .
Sure .
Thank you for your help .
It's my pleasure .
What time are you going to clean it up ?
I'm planning on cleaning it up a little later .
I told you to clean it up earlier .
I know . I am still going to clean it up .
Make sure you vacuum and dust your room .
I won't forget .
I don't want you to leave until you clean up .
My plans aren't until later , so I'll clean it before I go .
You and your fancy Italian names .
Isn't " frappuccino " Italian , too ? ... and heat me up a panini .
I'll be fine with just my girly drink , thank you very much .
And I'll stick with real coffee .
What can I help you with ?
I want to make a deposit today .
Cash or check ?
It will be cash today .
How much do you want to deposit ?
I need to deposit $ 300 .
What account will you be depositing this money into ?
Deposit it into my checking account .
What else can I do for you today ?
That ' s all I need today . Thanks .
I'm sorry , but Mr . Thomas left the office a few minutes ago .
That's bad ! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line has been busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He ' s gone for the rest of the day .
Is there anywhere I can reach him ?
I don't believe so . He ' s going out of town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you care to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days .
I see . I can tell Mr . Thomas that you phoned .
Thank you .
Bye-bye .
How about a china vase ?
Good idea !
No , where are the cotton cloths ?
I will show you .
What is the shrink rate after washing ?
Less than 5 % . It's quite durable .
I suppose you're right . He can't have remembered .
Maybe you just need a few pick-up lines , you know , break the ice .
Pick-up lines don ' t work !
Come on ! You can just walk up to a girl and say " If you were a booger I \ ' d pick you first . "
What ? Come on ! That ' s just lame ! No girl would fall for that !
Fine , then you can say , " So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! "
That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny .
Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink .
Ok , how does this sound , " I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . "
Nice ! Let ' s go !
That'll be fine . See you soon .
Yep . They're prescription contacts with UV protection .
Wow ! How high-class ... a new pair for each day ...
You just pop'em in in the morning , take them out at night , and then throw them away . No cleaning !
Cool . So are you near-sighted or far-sighted ?
Near sighted .
Yes , but we can ' t deny that animals are vulnerable , defenseless , and are completely at the mercy of human beings .
I understand your point , but we continue to have transgressions against human rights . If so much attention weren ' t devoted to the topic of animals , we would then concentrate more on saving a human being instead of protecting a koala .
You can ' t compare apples and oranges . I believe that both topics are important and that we can ' t ignore them , the mistreatment of animals can cause a great environmental imbalance . I believe that governments should prohibit activities like poaching .
Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ' t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products .
As long as you don ' t treat it better than your wife , it ' s fine .
I prefer summer , especially the summer evenings . When the sun comes down , it is so nice to take a walk and breathe . After a rain shower , the smell of the air is refreshing . It is also a best reason for ice-cream .
How do you get through the stuffy daytime ?
Well , I have to hide in the air-conditioned rooms . Anyway , it is all worth , just think about the cool evening time .
Yes , we won the men ' s 110 metres hurdles . I watched that on TV . What other events did we win ?
We won the men ' s high jump and the women ' s 1500 meters .
That ' s great . Those athletes must train for years to get into peak physical condition . They must be terribly disappointed if they don ' t win .
The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds .
That ' s amazing ! Were any other records broken ?
A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place .
Did you see the final of the men ' s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts .
Was he disqualified ?
Yes , he was . I imagine he must be very angry with himself for that .
Why don ' t you find the information on the internet instead ?
Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
What are you doing to increase understanding in the European sector ?
Understanding comes from product differentiation . We get that through product demonstration , literature , expert testimonials , and the like .
That ' s not a big problem . There are many small schools for adults like you who can study to be certified .
I guess I never thought of that before .
And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school , or from the government .
Wow , you ' Ve inspired me to do something !
Lucky her .
Why do you drink ? I mean , where does drinking get you ?
It's fashionable .
Come on , you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity .
Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun .
How ? By drinking ?
Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed .
When did you begin to drink ?
It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? '
And then ?
Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink .
So you get drunk every day ?
Will you take my materials back from him for me ? Please !
Don't ask me . I don't wanna be involved in your quarrel .
I hope you'll try to convince them to step up production .
We check their production schedule against our orders almost every day . As new orders keep coming in , they are working three shifts to step up production . I'm sorry , but we simply cannot commit ourselves beyond what the production schedule can fulfill .
Well , in that case , there is nothing more to be said . What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email .
That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ?
We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request .
I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account .
Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them .
Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ?
Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like .
Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction .
All right , I'll adjust the price accordingly .
Alright . Do you have a coin ?
Yes . Here's a quarter . I flip it , you call it in the air .
Heads .
Sorry , it's tails . You lose .
Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one .
Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ?
No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room .
Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there .
Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ?
Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ?
Yes , I agree .
So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair .
Alright .
I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls .
Is that right ?
Yes , that's right .
Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you .
Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners . Just call me Big Brother Dave .
Are all lucky people so stuck up ?
C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding .
Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it .
Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ?
I will go get something to eat . You unpack first . Then , when I come back , I'll unpack .
Alright . See you later .
Look ! The iron is still on .
I should have turned it off . I ' ll turn it off now .
Look at my nice blue shirt , there ' s a big hole in it .
I ' m sorry , Jim .
Never mind , dear .
I want to discuss some things about my lease .
What aren ' t you too sure about ?
Can you tell me when my lease is up ?
Your lease is for three years .
If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why is that ?
If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible .
Oh , I see .
All right . I ' m glad I could clarify things for you .
I believe that it's on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove .
You'll have to catch two different buses to get there .
Do you know which buses I need to take ?
The 268 is the first bus you need to catch .
What do I do after I get on the 268 ?
Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington .
Then what ?
Catch the 261 and get off at Sons .
That's all ?
That's all you have to do .
We have a two-for-one special on large pizzas . Would you like a large pizza instead ?
Sure , that sounds good .
Great ! Would you like your second pizza to be these as the first ?
No , make the second one with ham , pineappleand green peppers . Oh , and make it thin crust .
Okay , thin crust . Your total is $ 21 . 50 and yourorder will arrive in thirty minutes or it ' s free !
Perfect . Thank you . Bye ...
Sir , wait ! ! I need your address !
What are you planning on doing now ?
I ' m going back to college .
What are you going to major in ?
I haven ' t thought about it yet .
I don ' t want to see you back here .
You won ' t see me here again .
I don ' t think this place is for you .
I know .
I wish you luck .
Thanks . I know things are going to be better .
I think that this is a bad sign .
For now , I would like to run a few more tests to look into some of the problems that you mentioned .
Why wouldn ' t you tell me over the phone ?
If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck .
I need to come in right away .
I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along .
You are scaring me !
Come on in this afternoon and we will talk . It will be fine !
What kind of information would you like ?
Well , first I would like to know if this position is still available .
Yes , it's still open .
Terrific ! Then how should I apply for ?
Oh , we need your resume , health report , three photographs and several letters of recommendation . Would you please send them to us by next Wednesday ?
Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Sorry to hear that , but could you inform me why I failed ?
I have to say your education and experience are very outstanding , but it seems that you are not good at working in a team which we attach great importance to .
I'm so sorry to disturb you so early .
It doesn't matter .
I'm dreadfully sorry . I forgot to book the tickets yesterday .
Oh , it's nothing .
I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Not a bit of it , don't blame yourself .
You got it ! I ' m going to spend two fabulous weeks in Hawaii !
You are so lucky ! Send me a postcard !
Could you go with me to climb Kiang Shan ?
Honey , I am sorry I have no time .
Oh , Daddy , you should do more exercise . You are getting a little heavy .
I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath .
Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes .
Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit .
I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing .
OK , I'll go .
That's a deal .
Sure .
I was hoping to get into something on campus , but my friend told me that everything is full .
It is , but I can put you on a waiting list , if you would like .
Please . And in the mean time , can I look at apartments available in the area from this office ?
Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As .
Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ?
The individual landlord's numbers are next to each entry . You can call them with any questions you may have .
I like the buffets they have , but if often order a la carte , because I don ' t feel extremely hungry . I like the wine list there too .
Yes , so do I . they have wines from all over the world . There is a good range of prices to suit every pocket . We ordered some Australian red wine , which tasted delicious and wasn ' t expensive .
Some restaurants allow you to take your own wine and just charge you corkage , but the don ' t do that at " ginger ' s " . what was included in the seafood buffet ?
They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon .
Did they have lobster ?
No , they didn ' t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet .
Yes , it probably is . I don ' t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh .
I know . I didn ' t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick .
When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ?
Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ' m still hungry afterwards .
Oh , you don ' t usually have a starter ?
No , I might have a soup if it ' s a cold winter day .
Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar ?
27th day of the fourth month .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at 5:30 .
I am afraid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
The total comes to US $ 65 . 81 . How will you pay today ?
I'm going to use my ATM card .
Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN .
Done .
One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ?
No , thanks .
Paper or plastic ?
Pardon me ?
Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ?
Paper , please .
The house warming party .
Whose house warming party is it ?
Tom and Bill Smith . They are both working now you know ? And they've bought a new house .
Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately .
It's out in the suburbs .
Have you seen the house ?
Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend .
Is it nice ?
Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden .
Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ?
They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight .
When are they going to have the party ?
Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow .
Wow , that would be something to look forward to .
Give them here .
Here they are .
It appears these books are two weeks late .
I forgot they were due .
You do realize you are going to have to pay late fees , right ?
How much is the late fee ?
The late fee is 25 cents a day .
So I have to pay 25 cents for each day the books are late ?
It ' s 25 cents for each book .
That ' s a lot of money .
Mr . Allen , I have just received your note which informs me that you have offered the accountant position to another candidate . May I ask why I was defeated ?
We have thought of you very carefully , but the other candidate has more experience .
Experience is indeed very important , but don ' t you think capability is more important than it ?
Of course , I think so . But how can you prove to me that you are more capable ?
Maybe you could hire me on trial , if I ' m not qualified for this position , you can let me go .
That ' s a good idea .
And then ?
I came back to my room and found that my suitcase was open and my camera and five hundred dollars in cash inside the wallet were gone .
I'm afraid you must give up the cash . Are you insured ?
Yes , this is my overseas travel accident insurance card .
I'll make a report for you and please claim this to the insurance company with this report .
Do you really think so ? I don't think so . It wasn't that bad film at all . Didn't you hear the applause of the audience ?
Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion .
Well , I don't see the point of arguing this .
Let ' s see ... If I won the lottery , I would buy two tickets for a trip around the world .
If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure !
My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that !
Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ?
If I told her that , she would faint and have me committed !
It's a Taiwanese puppet doll .
It's huge !
Yeah . They're usually this big .
The craftsmanship is excellent .
All the parts work .
Thank you so much .
Don't mention it .
Then use the xerox machine .
It broke down one year ago .
Oh , forget it then . Hey , I told you to put the files on the in tray , not on my desk .
The pile is over ten feet high . I am afraid it will fall all over and bury you underneath it if I put this file on top of it .
Very funny . What's wrong with you today ? You are my secretary and you are not supposed to talk to me in that tone of voice . Do you know that ?
What do you expect ? I've been working for you for three years , and you've never given me a holiday . I don't feel well today , because I have a terrible headache . I am not in the mood for being gentle and polite . If you can't stand it , it's your problem . I am not going to change , because I think it suits you best .
Keep your voice down , Kate . I know you've had a hard day today , but you should at least show some respect for me . If you really don't feel well , go home . There isn't much work today anyway .
I apologize for forgetting myself , but I do need some time off .
I found some jeans , and a new blouse .
Go and try it on .
What do you think ?
I love that shirt on you .
What about the jeans ?
They don't really fit you right .
I don't think so either .
That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you .
I'll just buy the shirt .
That would be a good idea .
What a pity ! I know you've been longing for it these months .
The only thing I can do now is waiting for another chance .
When do you open the tender ? And where ?
We intend to open the tender at first next month in Beijing .
And when is the closing date ?
The time period is set on June 29th .
Could you please tell me something more about the conditions for the tender ?
All right . The area of the factory buildings is around 8,000 square meters . You can read the details in the invitations which will be sent tomorrow .
Thank you for your information .
You're welcome .
I'm sorry to have taken up too much of your time .
It doesn't matter . We'll be in touch .
Okay , bye !
Bye !
Oh yes , that was the best job in most farm families . That's where many of them learned to play the flute .
My grandfather did that too . He used the time to study instead .
That's interesting . Go on !
My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school .
So he became a self-taught man ?
Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous .
In what field ?
As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country .
Is he still in that that type of work .
No . He retired from that . He is a senator now .
Would you want to be a senator ?
Well , maybe when I get old . But first I'll be a lawyer .
You must have been prepared for a long time . Some statistics in this presentation are not easy to find , right ?
Well , yes . Several colleagues from different departments helped me with that . They are very supportive . I consulted an economic expert last week . He was very kind to give valuable suggestions .
Now , the effort pays off . You have accomplished something .
Come on , don ' t flatter me anymore . I took the job because I love being challenged . But I can ' t get this turned around without the support from you people .
And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff .
This is almost like a Taiwanese night market ! I can't believe it !
You can't buy much more , Wei ! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan .
Oh , yeah . OK . I'll just buy smallthings !
What's wrong ?
Next door is so noisy . I can't sleep at all .
OK , I am sorry for that . We will arrange another one for you .
I said , I ' m Ted , who are you ?
Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura .
Do you somewhere often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can ' t hear you , the music ' s too loud .
Let ' s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that ' s why I ' m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That ' s good . It ' s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don ' t mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I ' ll do it in a park .
Let's stop and have a look .
Don't waste time .
I'm curious about that .
But it's none of our business .
But it ' s so old .
Don ' t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ' s about ?
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ..
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
Do you know how to get the bank account ?
Bring your ID card and fill out a form . That will be fine .
So easy .
I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed .
My shopping life will be more convenient .
All right . Over here , sir . How are you today ?
Fine , thanks .
How do you want you hair cut ?
Don't make it too short . I just want a trim .
Yes , sir . I will use the scissors . Do you always part your hair on the left ?
Yes , I do . That looks good . It's not too short . It ' s just right . How much do I owe you ?
That will be 3 . 50 dollars .
Here is 4 dollars , keep the change .
Thank you very much . Come back to see us .
Yeah , I really wanted to come , too . But something unexpected in Shanghai have come up . I have to fly out for a few days , but I'll be back soon .
No problem . Call me when you get back .
I should have some free time next week . Say , next Wednesday evening ?
That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you .
Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday .
Great ! That's settled then .
OK .
I think maybe one day you can take part in the walking race .
At the age of 64 ? You're kidding !
Um .
And a company car .
Very nice .
Yes , it is . But I ' Ve got a lot of work too .
Well , that ' s life , isn ' t it ?
Yes , we can arrange that .
I'd like to know what kind of tour your travel agency has .
Our travel agency provides all kinds of tours , ranging from individual tour to group package tour .
Excellent .
When do you expect to come ?
September 28th .
What specific places do you wish to visit ?
We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace .
OK .
Oh , is that right ? Is there a subway station near here ?
Yes , there is one on the other side of the building .
Good . Can I walk through this building ?
I'm afraid you can't . You'll have to go out there and walk around .
I see . Thank you .
I was told that it took a lot of time and effort to apply .
That is true . I ' ll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It ' s usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
Is all your baggage here ?
Yes , a camera bag , a travel bag and a suitcase .
Have you got anything to declare ?
No . I have only personal effects .
He is , but I didn't mean that . His daughter bought him a tie as a Father's Day gift , and he was very happy to wear it and show it off to us in the office .
It must be hard being a father .
No , it's great being a father , seeing your children growing up and loving you and admiring you .
Maybe you'll only feel that way on Father's Day .
Where can I get it ?
Here you are .
Sure , just a minute . Mark , you're wanted on the phone .
Hello , this is Mark speaking .
Hi ! This is Jill . How come you didn't come in today ?
Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover .
That's too bad . You ' ll have to be more careful nest time .
Anything new at the office ?
No , nothing special . Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache . His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine . The baby is their first child .
That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate !
Yes , we have to . Do you think you can make it tomorrow ?
Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then . Thank you for calling .
You're welcome . Bye .
You want to withdraw on your Time Deposit , right ?
That's correct . But before I do , I was wondering if you could give me some advice .
Of course , Mr Hayes . That's what I'm here for . What would you like to know ?
Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity .
This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ?
No , not really . My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it .
Helen is nice but she talks a lot .
Oh . That ' s really annoying when seeing a film .
It sure is .
That's normal . You have been sitting for three hours , with your attention highly concentrated .
You are wrong , Shirley . I was always absent-minded in the class . I meant to concentrate on the class , but I was just so tired . Maybe I am old .
No . You are just burning yourself out these days . Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again .
One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished .
How could he make such a silly mistake ?
He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then .
He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ?
Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects .
That's a very good lesson . We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here .
I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
thanks , I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy . Are you ok ?
yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better .
well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Cuizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while , I got u
yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choicest , you've got to adapt .
yeah , I guess that's a typical example of when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
exactly .
Only less than 20 percent of the citizens speak English .
Really ? Me too .
Which one do you like best ?
I prefer the novels by Hemingway , such as The Old Man and the Sea . I like the simple words in his novels .
Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great .
Absolutely !
By airmail .
Sixty cents please .
Here you are .
Please write down the zip code in the mailing address .
Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too .
OK . please give me twenty cents .
Here it is . and thank you very much .
You're welcome .
In Camden Town .
Yes , we deliver there . But it costs two pounds fifty .
All right . But I'm only in on Saturday .
Morning or afternoon ?
Afternoon , please , if that's possible .
Which dress do you like best ?
Well , they are both all right .
Only all right ?
Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them .
Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision .
But after all , it is your decision , not mine .
Oh , yes . The green dress is very smart . but I can't be sure if it goes with a hat .
Logan ! Why on earth are you hiding here ? White hat ! Come on ! Don't tell me you're the guy ! It can't be true .
yes , I am the guy .
what a bummer ! You set me up ?
let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ...
how dare you !
hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella !
why did you lie to me in the email ?
I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name .
I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me .
I'm sorry . It was cruel of me . But I promise it will never happen again ? Look , there's a nice restaurant . Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over .
That ' s good . Will you tell me the details ?
Certainly , you need to pay a deposit at first , and you will pay the rest monthly .
How long will it take ?
It depends .
I need to talk it over with my wife .
Certainly .
Well , you heard right . You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here . We have great discounts for students .
I don't know much about computers . But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend-the Power Macintosh G3 . it comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your hardware first . We have a special deal on right now . I should tell you about it , as it only goes until next Tuesday . If you buy one of these fifteen-inch color monitors with a Power Macintosh G3 , you can actually get 30 percent off the usual sale price .
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Mcintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . May I ask where you're from ?
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university-Asian students included-most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
And do you have the Letter of Acceptance from the University with you ?
Yes , here it is .
Thank you very much . And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years ?
I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies .
Could I see that , please ?
Yes , here it is .
Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is .
Oh , but mine is a three-year program .
Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure .
Okay , thank you .
Such friends are even worse than enemies .
She'd better keep away from them .
Size 24 . Are they synthetic or leather ?
They are all leather . How do they feel ?
It's comfortable . I will take it .
You are scheduled to meet Mr . Thompson of ABC Company at eleven this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Li . And this afternoon at four you will attend a press conference .
I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four .
All right . Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you ?
Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ?
The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning .
I've got all I need .
Let's stand in the line now .
It smells good . Look at these . They make my mouth watering .
Me too .
It will be our turn soon .
Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn .
OK . I'll have many cream cakes today .
I don't like them . I think they are too icky .
Have you had a chance to go through them yet ?
Yes , with a fine toothed comb , as usual . Everything seems fine , except for one thing . The description of the items we are purchasing is a little different from what we expected .
Is it a big difference ?
Not really , perhaps just a translation problem , that's all . Anyway , we've agreed to accept it .
When did you plan to go , sir ?
In the second week of September .
The second week of September is still in the high-season , so the cheapest tickets are $ 650 . The high season lasts until the 15th , so fares after that date are cheaper .
In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ?
Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines .
Okay , I'll take it . ( to be continued )
You mean you like to study English ? Why ?
It gives me great satisfaction .
Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction . It ' s hard work .
I don't mind the work . I think it's worthwhile .
That ' s pretty chilly for the summer ! Will it rain on Saturday ?
Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Sout
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some
That's the one .
What happened ?
You were right . It was from a headhunter . She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But , I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I'm going there tomorrow .
Great . Good luck .
All right . Have a seat , please . Let me ask you a few questions . First of all , may I have your name , please ?
My name's Donald Eakins .
How do you spell your last name , Mr . Eakins .
It's E-A-K-I-N-S .
E-A-K-I-N-S . First name , Donald . And what's your present address , Mr . Eakins ?
It's 1446 Pine Street .
1446 Pine . That ' s in San Francisco , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
OK , come this way , please . How does this one fit you ?
It's a little bit tight .
Let me stretch it for you . How is that now ?
Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along .
OK . Here you are .
How much is it ?
Thirty-five yuan .
Here is the money .
Thanks . Nothing else , today ?
Nothing else , thank you .
No problem . We also need bread , so I'll go to the baker's . I'll get some vol au vents for Victor's birthday bash on Friday . We'll need balloons for that too .
Better visit the supermarket then . We'll need some other things for the party . Get some vanilla ice cream , some butter and some vinegar and twelve bottles of beer .
Okay . The library's beside the baker's . I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week . They're overdue .
I'll see you later then .
Bye ! I'll be back before seven .
She'd better not start crying like she usually does .
I know , but she is going to miss you something awful . Have I told you how proud I am of you ?
Dad , now don't you go getting mush on me .
I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world .
That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks .
We have great confidence in you .
why ?
many say more development opportunities can be found there .
that's true . Beijing is the political , economic and cultural center of the entire country .
and there're higher salaries there .
well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities .
I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person .
one person ? How about your girlfriend ?
oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life .
sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home .
sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard .
I admire you . Good luck !
Let me get this .
No , it is my treat .
Are you sure ?
Yes , I owed you for last time .
All right . If you insist . Next time it is on me , though .
What material is it made of ?
It's made of cotton .
That's good . Cotton is soft and flexible .
Of course I should have ! You certainly deserve them ! You put up with all of us .
I forgot what I put up with . In that case , I do deserve these flowers .
I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs .
May I have a look at your costume ?
Sure . Wait a moment . ( Several minutes later ) Here you are .
I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool .
I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood .
Haha . Wish you good luck .
Are they going to pay you for the damages ?
They're saying it was already there .
What the hell . That doesn't make sense . What are you going to do ?
I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there .
That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me .
I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars .
Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store .
We'll see what happens after court .
He is short , well-built , and he ' s got light blond hair .
Is there anything else ?
He has a mustache , if I remember correctly , and a light complexion .
How old is he ?
He is in his late thirties .
Well . I shouldn ' t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ?
At two thirty .
I think 2,000 would be fine .
If you'll just fill out this form , please .
I want the new cards to be exactly like this card .
We can do that very easily .
... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card .
Great . Your order will take only one week .
You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days .
We can do that . It'll just cost you extra .
Unfortunately , no , I can't . But our specialist can . Please take a seat and our Mortgage Adviser will come out to see you .
A specialist ? That's excellent , thanks .
No problem , Sir . He'll be with you in just a minute . Could I get you something to drink while you are waiting ?
A black coffee with 2 sugars would be much appreciated , thanks .
But if you were me ?
If I were you , I'd buy .
Oh , we only take care of mail . For parcels , you can go to the next window .
Thanks ! ... Hello , I have a parcel to deliver .
Where do you need it to be delivered to ?
I want to post it to Shanghai .
OK , please fill out this form .
Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ?
Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 .
Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ?
Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please .
Ten kg ! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it !
I'm pretty good . Thanks for asking .
No problem . So how have you been ?
I've been great . What about you ?
I've been good . I'm in school right now .
What school do you go to ?
I go to PCC .
Do you like it there ?
It's okay . It's a really big campus .
Good luck with school .
Thank you very much .
How long has it been since we last saw each other ?
I think that we last saw each other two years ago .
What have you been doing for the past two years ?
I have been going to graduate school at USC .
What are you majoring in ?
I am studying international communications .
You should easily be able to find a job with that major .
I am counting on being able to get a good job .
Okay . Full-size , mid-size or compact , ma'am ?
Full-size , please . What's the rate ?
78 dollars a day with unlimited mileage .
And I'd like to have insurance just in case .
Is there an additional driver ?
No .
If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance .
All right . I'll take it .
Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section .
How about this one ?
All right . How many days would you like to use it ?
Just one day .
May I see your driver's license and credit card please ?
Is the international driving licence fine ?
Yes , it is . ( ... ) Thank you . Please fill in this form . Can you check this box , and put your initials here , and again here .
Like what ?
Setting the table and doing the dishes .
Is there anything else ?
I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room .
Her room is very neat and clean .
Yeah . She's a very responsible person .
I will keep my room clean , too . That's a promise .
Certainly . The package includes air travel to and from Paris , accommodations , meals and transportation around the city .
How long is the tour ?
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Sure , it ' s 4-8- 7-2 . Don ' t worry . You ' re doing a fine job .
Thank you very much . Mr . Roberts .
What methods do you use to conserve water ?
Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
Howard is eighty percent black . But there are whites , and even Asians here . Thankfully , it's also coed .
Great ! Is your , too ?
Sorry , nope . But the Alpha Phi Alpha's are throwing a party tonight .
That's a black fraternity , right ? So we should see some dancing !
Could you tell me where the copier is , please ?
Sure . You just walk down this hallway . The copy room is the second room on the right .
Why didn ' t you phone me from a callboy ?
I didn ' t have any change .
Tell me why you didn ' t come to see me tonight then .
I don ' t like all your questions . That ' s why .
do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already ?
it might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
I know it , but I don't know when I can make it better .
A , whatever you do , the most important is perseverance . So you have to hang on there , the longer , the better . Then some day , you will find you've already made a lot of progress .
Yeah , you are right . I must stop complaining and stick to it every day .
Yeah ! Where there is a will , there is a way .
I have one daughter and one son . Then there ' s my husband and I . What about your parents ? Do they live with your family ?
Not anymore . They live with my brother now . and yours ?
My parents live by themselves now . When they get older , they ' ll probably go to a retirement home . Do you just have one brother ?
No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ?
I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters .
How long have you been married ?
About seven years now . and you ?
I ' Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ?
It ' s becoming more and more common . However , I don ' t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ?
If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce .
If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws !
( ha ha ) I ' ll keep that in mind , but don ' t tell my husband .
Of course not !
Yes . When can I get it back ? I can't wait to see the photos .
About three days .
Fine , I'd like two enlargements from this negative .
Here's your receipt .
Well , I wonder if you could track an order I placed with you last month . It hasn ' t arrived yet .
Certainly , Ms . Ransom . Do you have an order number ?
When are you going ?
Sometime next month .
Trading ? You , big guy ? What are you trading ?
Currencies .
Currencies ? As in Euros , Dollars , Pounds and Rupees ?
It ' s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ' t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much !
I don ' t understand . You ' re buying and selling money ?
You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 !
Last night ?
Yeah ! It ' s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I '
You ' re kidding ! I ' m on ! Where do I sign up ?
No , I am from south California . This is my first real winter .
Well , You'd better get some more warm clothes .
What's the temperature today anyway ?
I would say it's about 5 degree Celsius .
Great ! As you know , however , the day in New York has hardly begun .
There's nothing like getting an early start , sir .
What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots ?
You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit .
Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ?
I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card .
It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second .
Don't forget that you have very little time , sir , before you have to check out .
It's not much different from that heavy metal music you like so much .
Heavy metal music is a lot different from rap music . You can dance to heavy metal .
Hey , you can dance to rap music !
I can't dance to it . And I know you can't either . Because I've seen you try .
Let me introduce myself , by the way , my name is Dick Brown .
How do you do ? I'm Mary Green .
Sorry , what was your last name again ?
Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary .
OK . I'm Dick .
Glad to meet you .
What's wrong ?
It won't start .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
How about seeing a play ? I hear Hamlet is on at the National Theater .
Is that so ? Why not ?
( looking at a newspaper ) Oh , dear me ! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend . So we have to go to cinema instead .
What's on ?
Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night .
That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ?
Ah . The Royal , I think .
What time does it start ?
Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think .
But we won't have enough time for dinner .
Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ?
Ah ... I fancy going to the later show .
Then , there's a 9:30 show .
That's Okay , I think .
All right .
Very well . How's Mrs . Clinton ?
Not bad . But she's as busy as before .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes , my name is Carol Tiang . That's spelled J - I - A - N - G .
I'm sorry , Ma'am . I can't find anything under that name . Do you have your confirmation number ?
No , I don't have it with me . But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month .
Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ?
C - A - R - O - L . Carol .
I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday .
No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me .
Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name .
His name is Lin , L - I - N .
I'm sorry . I have nothing here .
Miss , I know he made this reservation for me .
Then what is your opinion ?
Well , maybe we'll go to ask Mr . Johnson . He has the final say .
Single , please .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes . I made a reservation in shanghai .
Then I believe you have a confirmation slip .
Yeah . Let me see . Is this the one you want ?
That ' s it . What ' s your name . please ?
Wu Mei . That ' s my name .
Just a moment , please . Yes , you have a room reservation for you .
Is this room with a bath room ?
Yes , it ' s .
Can you give me a quiet room ?
It ' s a inside room on the eight floor .
What ' s the room rate ?
Eighty dollars a day . How long do you plan to stay Mrs Wu ?
Three nights I scheduled .
Do you sign the register , please ?
Is that right ?
Thank you , Mrs Wu .
Your room Number is 827 . The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room .
Thanks .
I can deal with that , Sir . Are you interested in our personal or corporate card ?
The personal card , please . Is it possible to take care of this over the phone ?
I'm sorry , Sir , but you will need to come in to your local branch to deal with the application procedure . Come in and fill out an application form and let us have a duplicate of your ID card . You'll also need a copy of your guarantor's and he or she will need to sign the form , too .
OK ... and what deposit do I need ? I mean , is there a minimum deposit ?
You'll need to deposit 1,500 RIB initially . There will also be some small additional charges for this service .
That's no problem . How long will the whole thing take ? A week ? 10 days ?
It should all be sorted out within 5 working days after receipt of the required documents .
Right , I'll contact my guarantor now and we'll come in within the next couple of days . Thanks very much for your help . Goodbye .
not yet . But I wonder if I can get my parents ' consent .
let me guess , your parents want you to marry a Chinese man , right ?
you are right . It is giving me a real headache . I feel like I ' m between a rock and a hard place .
I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex .
oh , how did you deal with it ?
I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up .
oh , it ' s a pity . What was the matter ?
simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences .
like what ?
he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family .
Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first .
yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working .
so that's why it ' s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner .
not really . There are many successful mixed marriage around us .
What size do you wear ?
Ten and a half .
How about this pair ?
No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ?
How about these ?
Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ?
Well , there's this pair .
Hmm , they're not too bad .
Which classes ?
I would like to take a driver's course .
Would you like to make an appointment ?
Why do I need an appointment ?
You need to sign the paperwork .
Can I do that right now ?
When can you come in ?
How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ?
I'll schedule you for then .
Thanks for all your help .
yes , we are . obviously , we'd like something as cheap as possible . we've heard that there are places for 80 to 100 pounds a month .
yes , there are several place available in that price range near the university . do you have any other requirements ?
net really , no . we'd preferably like to live in a quiet street .
how many rooms do you need in the flat ?
we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined .
ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t
how far away is it from the campus ?
it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a
that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision .
of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there .
thank you . that would be great .
Flight 201 .
And what's your name ?
Anderson .
Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time .
Thank you .
You can get a loan from the bank . You know LPF program provides low cost loans for participants home purchases .
Of course I know that . But don't you notice that the house price is skyrocketing ?
But you know , things cannot always go as you expect .
So get prepared for everything .
Elvin , please . Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week , or not ?
I'm OK . I'll be fine . I'v cool . I'm cold . I'm like ice . She won't know what hit her .
By the way , how's the nose ? Boy , that must have hurt .
Oh , isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable ?
Yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around .
Oh my , no internet access is killing me .
Can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
No , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
Now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
What does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
Well , the term ' discomgoogolation ' comes from ' discombobulate ' and ' google ' . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
That's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
Then , you're probably addicted .
Which is easier to learn ?
Both , but the rules of playing cards vary in different places .
Well feel free to ask me anything , and I ' ll try to fill in the details .
Could I first ask about the remuneration package ?
Yes , of course . That's quite an important point , isn ' t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ' t include a generous housing allowance al
I understand . And are there other bonuses included ?
Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date .
Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me .
Excellent . Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ?
I ' Ve tried it , not a chance .
It seems you have to take time .
Me , too ! The chips here are so light and crispy .
And they have tangy , freshly-made salsa , too . My mouth is watering already !
I'll go get the chips . What do you want to drink ?
Surprise me .
I have some questions about my lease .
Like what ?
Exactly how long is my lease for ?
Your lease will be up in three years .
What will happen if I move out before then ?
If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible .
I don ' t understand .
Because our contract says that you will live here for three years .
Okay , I think that I understand .
I ' m glad you understand .
I think chess is more reasonable . You see , each side has eight pawns , a larger number than that of the soldiers in xiangqi . A true battle should be like that . Soldiers should outnumber the commanders .
Quite right . And unlike the soldiers in xiangqi , the pawns in chess can promote once they reach the furthest rank . It is very agreeable to grant merits to people with good performance .
Correct ! Another contrast is the rules for the general and the king . It seems the general or marshal in xiangqi is much too incompetent . They are required to stay in the palace , waiting to be checked and fleeing for life under the cover of the guards . Look at the king in chess , he is much more capable .
Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China .
There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess .
You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ?
Sure . On a chessboard , fire is much more intensive . It has a smaller board , while those bigger pieces-chariots , horses and bishops-can cover longer distances .
How would you solve the problem ?
I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly
Yes , They are great fun and very challenging , too . Some day I'll want to try deep-sea diving and rock-climbing , too .
You are a real fan of extreme sports .
Yes . I love facing danger and overcoming it . It has become part of my life .
Does that include the service charge ?
No . sir , we charge separately .
Here you are . Keep the change .
I ' d like a twin room , please .
Hold on , please . I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Yes . I'm OK . I just had a tumble . No big deal .
Good . You scared me .
Sorry . Can you please help me up ! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on .
Sure . Is this your first time skiing ?
Yes . I tried skiing on grass before . Not very good at it , though .
To be honest , I ' d rather watch television ! Where did you go ?
I just ran alongside the main road .
Oh you ought to go to the park next time . They have a route for joggers there .
Oh ok , I ' ll try that tomorrow . It ' ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ' t you come along ?
Oh ok then , I ' ll come and watch you !
Cockroaches have taken over my room !
My apologies , sir . We'll give you a new room and refund the value of your current room .
Thank you . I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others .
We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible .
Not to high , maybe an inch or an inch in the half would be the best .
In that case , I might have just the pair for you . Look at these , they were made in Italy , the leather is very soft , so your toes will not get pinched . You can tell just by looking at it that it was superbly made .
Those are beautiful . Do you have any in a size six ?
Yes , we do , we also have this same style in dark blue and red .
No , thank you . I'm just looking for a black pair .
Let me go to the back and get them . I'll be right back .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
Business . I have a trade convention I'm attending in Chicago .
This visa is good for two weeks . Do you intend to stay longer than that ?
No . I will fly back twelve days from now .
And you will do some traveling while you are here ?
Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit .
What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ?
Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books .
You're not carrying any food with you today ?
No .
Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ?
Alright .
Yes , but do you have any experiences as a sales manager ?
Yes , I have a lot of previous experiences in sales . I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university .
That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ' ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ?
Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 .
Thank you .
What would you like to order ?
Two slices of whole wheat bread and one cup of coffee .
Okay . I ' ll have them brought to your room right away .
Thank you .
Would you get some of that new cereal we saw advertised on TV ?
Which one ?
You know ... the one with the silly ad about how vitamins jump up and down .
Oh , you mean ' KIKES ' ?
Yeah . That's the one .
Well , I'll see . Sometimes the stores don't have some of the new kinds of cereal .
OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys !
How about " As long as You Love Me " ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
They would like to visit our factory and have a look at the new type computer products . Besides , they will introduce their technique in computer manufacturing .
That can easily be arranged . I will arrange a comfortable meeting room for them . Anything else ?
They would also like to have a meeting with our designers . And this time , their visit to our company will lay the basement for our cooperation , so you need to pay more attention .
I will set it up .
They will stay for two days . Try to work out an efficient schedule .
Then the standard that you set yourself originally must have changed .
Well , if that's the case , I don't mind breaking the image that they might have or the standards that they have . I can only do what I know , and live how I've lived all my life , because I'm a fairly stubborn person .
It seems to me that now you're famous . You've got to go out and be seen at the right places and go to the right parties .
I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen .
Then fans don't see you much in public places .
Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place .
A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . '
I've never had one person that I'd idolized . The comparisons to Jul-ia Roberts are incredibly flattering . I don't really know who I would compare myself to . I'd like to be a combination of a lot of people . A little bit of everything , really . I haven't quite figured out where my strengths are yet , and I've definitely found my weaknesses .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
Em , as I have said , I'm diligent and industrious . On the other hand , sometimes I'm too hard-working and I put myself under too much pressure to make things perfect .
What qualities would you expect of persons working as a team ?
To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive .
How do you spend your leisure time ?
I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies .
So , what kind of sport do you like most ?
Oh , it's hard to narrow it down to just one . I mean , I like all kinds of sports , basketball , swimming , bike riding and so on . Maybe it is just the reason why I am so energetic and vigorous .
I know , but it is hard for me to get used to your relatives coming to visit us , and without warning .
Don ' t your relatives visit other relatives ?
Yes , but Americans never visit without calling in advance , and they almost never stay overnight .
I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families .
I think you ' re right !
Yes . The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth , and they have developed into a festival filled with food , performances and games now .
Sounds interesting !
Absolutely , I love temple fairs . Beijing has several temple fairs recently . They are different from each other to some extent , but also have a lot in common .
I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ?
What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you .
Great ! Do you know how to get there ?
Of course .
Couldn't be better .
What are the purposes of contract ?
In an ordinary contract , the objective of a contract might be relatively simple , indicating the description of commodity , price , quantity , terms of payment and etc .
When we draft a contract , which points should we pay special attention to ?
Well . First , make meaning clear by using concise forma language . Second , describe accurately the exact requirement . Finally , state clearly the permissible variation in quantity .
You have a fantastic view .
Yes . I love living here .
Look ! You can see the village way down in the valley .
Yes . It ' s a lovely view .
Today , I am busy all day long .
Shall I see you on Friday morning ?
That ' s not good for me at all . It ' ll have to be another time .
We must find some time to read report .
I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon .
That ' s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon .
See you .
What ? So you blew me off yesterday and today over a stupid video game ? What game is so important that you have no time for me anymore ? What are you playing ?
It ' s called Counter Strike . It ' s a first person shooter game . It ' s awesome . It ' s a multi player game where you can go online and compete against players from all over the world .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
I'm afraid she's in a meeting at the moment . Who's speaking ?
This is John Laing from Dantons .
Can I take a message , Mr Laing ?
Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called .
Certainly . Does she have your number ?
She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 .
01705 ...
455623 .
455623 .
That's right .
OK . I'll make sure she gets the message .
Thank you .
Nothing special . I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school , visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for . How about yours ?
You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself .
Of course , I did , but when I was ten ! Trick - or-treating is for kids , plus , I ' m sure people will think you ' re a kidnapper or something , running around with kids NCP at night .
Whatever , I ' m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms !
I can still remember our first date .
Look at that big tree over there .
Yeah , oh my god ! It's still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight .
You were dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married .
Which link ?
That one , the one that says Mail .
Oh , no . What did I do ? It's asking me for a password .
Don't worry . See where it says , New User ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
You seem to have something on mind . Promise me , go to see the doctor right now .
I'm worrying about my exam .
A piece of cake . You'll be successful .
What do you suggest I should see in New York ?
Well , how about the Museum of Modern Art ?
No , I don't like museums . They ' re boring .
Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ?
Ah ! That sounds interesting .
I envy you , Mr Meng ! What can I do for you today ?
I need to effect a payment under my L / C . Not the old one , the new one my Assistant came in and dealt with last week .
Right . Do you have the code for that one ?
It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ?
Here it is . Have you got the advice slip with you ? You have sufficient funds in the account , so we can go ahead .
How about 1:30 ?
Let me check .
One dollar ... I'm short of change this morning .
Sorry . I can wait a moment .
Good , here's your ticket and four dollars change .
Thank you .
Could you recommend some dessert ?
We have fruit cake , cream cake and chestnut cake .
Don't you have cheese ?
Of course , we do .
May I help you ?
Yes , I want to change some money .
This way , please .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Next time lunch is on me .
Don't be silly .
I'm serious .
All right . Next time you will treat .
It's a deal .
How about 2 o'clock this afternoon ?
Good , but can you tell me how to get to your office ?
Actually , it is my mother ' s wedding . My parents divorced many years ago . Now she is ready to establish a new family . It is a special occasion . I've got to be there , right ?
Yes , you should be there . Go find the manager and ask . I think the manager will understand and approve you a day off . Don ' t forget to fill in the leave application form . It will be signed by the manager for approval .
Thank you so much .
It feels like you are not dedicate to our relationship . It seems like you treat it as a just casual dating .
How should I say it ?
I don't want to be like this . I think we should get step further .
It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over .
Like what ?
Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek .
It was only the cheek .
That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car .
Oh , that is ridiculous .
So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ?
Definitely not .
You see , we still have hurdle .
We can go to that new Chinese restaurant .
I suppose I could .
Come on , let ' s try it .
All right . If you really want to .
Well , I'm afraid not . I think the hero has much more to be believed in .
Oh you ' re so kind !
Get in .
Yes . We ' ll close this position posting at the end of this month .
Great . Where can I get an application form ?
Go to the Human Resource Office , please . You can get it there .
Where is the Human Resource Office ?
It ' s on the first floor , Room 120 .
Thanks a lot .
Good luck .
I need it . Thank you .
Those people are quarrelling .
Both rooms on the same card ?
Yes .
Your card number please ?
4434 1234 5678 9902 .
Double one , zero two ?
No , double nine zero two .
4434 1234 5678 9902 ?
That's right .
And the expiry date ?
Eleven , ...
Could you repeat that please ?
November this year .
Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September .
Thank you .
You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White .
Thanks a lot . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Ok , I ' Ve done that .
Then just press this button .
Oh it ' s printed the ticket already . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes .
That's seems obvious enough . then what about the software ?
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
Yes . Can you help me remember how to spell ' beautiful ' ?
Not much . I just wanted to see how you were . How ' s married life treating you ?
Great , except for my mother-in-law ! Sometimes I think I married her instead of my husband ! How about you ?
OK . where and when ?
7:00 in my staying hotel .
OK , I am going to the hotel to pick you up . See you tomorrow night .
It's nice of you to say so .
I really appreciate you for having invited me .
Don't mention it . You know , we ' re old friends .
Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ?
Yes . Why ?
I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook .
That ' s great . I'd love to .
I'd like the lasagna , please .
Sure and which one would you like ?
I'll try the vegetarian , please .
Are you all our guests ?
Yes , we checked out just now .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right ?
So you are leaving this evening . We keep your bags until 6 p . m . Here's your tag .
Thanks a lot .
Buying a new car is a big expense ; we understand that , so we have a variety of loans to suit your needs .
That's great . I'm looking to borrow quite a large sum , though .
With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan , the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price .
That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself .
That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this .
The funds are all ready to go in my personal account , so let's transfer it .
That'll be fifty-five dollars and twenty cents .
Can't you make it a little cheaper ?
Oh , no , sir . We already gave you a discount on each item .
OK . I understand . Thank you .
What's your unloading port , please ?
As most of our clients are near Tianjin , we'd like to appoint Tangle as the unloading port .
Then I can buy my own car .
Splendid .
And pay for my own clothes .
That's an excellent idea .
Hmm . I have the same problem . When I leave work , it ' s always rush hour . So the buses are always crowded .
Oh , yeah , it ' s terrible . I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China . It ' s when so many people try to get onto one city bus , and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt .
That sounds terrible the way you describe it . But you know , not long ago I really suffered on the bus .
What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ?
You just can ' t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding !
Hmm . Good exercise , uh ?
Yeah , absolutely !
And it ' s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ' s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her .
You were so happy , weren ' t you ?
What do you think ? I ' m a good boy .
Fine ! Please place your items on the belt and push your shopping cart through . Do you prefer paper or plastic ?
Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
You have a real talent , Ellen !
I ' m thinking of making an album , you know .
What would you like to do today ?
I really think we should take a tour of the White House .
I thought we could go to some of the museums . Don ' t you want to see the museums ?
Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House . We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here .
I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous . But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring .
Boring ? How can it be boring ? It sounds very interesting to me .
Only three days on business so I won't have a long time .
There are many tourist attractions in Hong Kong .
Do you have some information on these ?
Let me give you some brochures to look over .
I hate the car columns on the road .
But we couldn't help it .
what are they ?
one study said that low-income groups have a higher percentage of over-weight people than higher income families .
why ?
the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis .
that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper .
and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat .
what's that ?
nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day !
wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising .
yeah , I guess so .
you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise .
hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds .
so what happened ?
well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds .
you should have kept trying .
Sounds a little weak .
Go with a hammerhead then-espresso mixed with drip coffee .
Sounds better , but I hope it doesn't inspire me to take a hammer to the client's head .
Don't worry , James . We'll get this case worked out in no time .
I work for an Internet company .
Is the pay good ?
How can I get it , please ?
You get off at the next stop , cross the street , and you'll find the stop not far on the right hand side .
Could I have a transfer please ?
Here you are .
Thank you .
Thank you . What's your occupation , Mr . Smith ?
I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation .
You are here on business , aren't you ?
Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks .
I see . Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare .
Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in .
All right .
Yes , but do you love me ?
Why ? You mean a lot to me .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I .. I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I .. I don ' t feel like saying it .
Thanks , good to meet you , too .
You had a long flight , you must be tired .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
Why not ?
I ' m afraid I have some business to attend to .
Then would you like to have lunch with us ?
I ' d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now .
Would you like me to give you a lift ?
No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there .
Come on . It ' s no trouble at all .
Ok , thank you .
You don ' t know ? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones .
You know what we will get ?
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
No wonder I haven ' t seen you recently . Where did you spend your holidays ?
I went with my husband . Our first stop was Bangkok . We stayed there for 5 days . Then we flew to Hong Kong , stopover for 3 days . Our last stop was China . We visited the Great Wall .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Oh , I see . Yeah . Some people like traveling , some don ' t . My husband didn ' t like traveling at first , either . He said what ' s the use of traveling ? A waste of money and a waste of time . At last I got him on the move . After all , he loved me . We went to Bali , Indonesia , one of the most beautiful places in the world . That trip left a very deep impression on him . Since then whenever we have holidays and money , we ' d like to patronize the travel agency . Isn ' t it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life ?
Could you tell me how to use it ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
Oh , I see . By the way , how can I get out of the platform after I get off the train ?
That's very easy . The exit is always open .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Would it be okey to look at the room , now ?
Would you come here in twenty minutes ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
This apartment looks nice .
Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient .
How much is the rents ?
2,500 yuan a month .
This apartment is nice , but I'd like to find a cheaper one .
I already looked , but did not see anything .
Let me show you .
Thanks .
See , it's right over there .
Oh , gosh . I didn't see it .
That's all right .
Oh , I can't believe it . He looks very young .
He took the picture when he was only 21 years old .
I see .
No , this is my first . Last week I went to a cookout 5 for new professors at Dean Barksdale's home . I took a taxi because I didn't want to be late . But I was the first one there .
I'll bet you were a little embarrassed .
You're right . The invitation said two to seven . I was there at two o'clock , but most people didn't arrive until three or four . They didn't start cooking until five o ' clock .
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o'clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I'm hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it's only seven-fifteen . I don't want to be the first one there again .
Don't worry . We won't be the first .
She broke up with her boyfriend .
I heard her boyfriend is married .
She still loves him . That's why she feels upset . Her love is always hard and confusing ...
Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ?
He sometimes really drives me crazy .
Left the next junction . Ok .
Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block . You see it as you turn left . Seriously , You can't miss it . It ' s enormous .
Thanks very much .
First of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ' m almost finished the washing up . I ' m going to clean the cooker when I finish .
Ok . I ' ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
We ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
While you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meal , by the way .
Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
My pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
Thanks , Mom . Can I have dessert now ? I love chocolate cake .
No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables .
But I don ' t like them . It ' s not fair .
You can have some fruits for dessert . If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake .
Ok , actually I don ' t mind eating peas and carrots . But I hate broccoli and cauliflower .
I'll remember that for next time . You ' ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ?
Thanks , Mom !
How much would you like to exchange ?
What's the exchange rate for RIB ?
It's US 100 for RIB 802 today .
I'd like to exchange 3,000 .
Fill out this exchange memo , please .
Yes . Here you are .
Wait a second , please ... These are 24,060 RIB and the receipt , please check them .
All right , thank you so much , good-bye .
Good-bye .
Yes , I was just wondering how you and your roommate were planning on coming to my place .
We were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice .
That's what I thought you would do . Listen , I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood . It's just down the street from all the bars . You probably don't want to be walking around after dark .
It can't be that bad .
I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here .
Really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime .
Do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better .
Ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ?
When I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen -- just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation .
Has anything else happened to you ?
Nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close .
Well , we'll be careful . Thanks for letting me know .
I don't see why we can't work on opening new markets and developing the markets we've already penetrated at the same time ... Both aspects of developing our customer base and developing our brand are important .
I fell asleep very late . It was almost two o ' clock in the morning when I finally fell asleep .
Are you worried about something ? Why couldn ' t you sleep ?
You know how it is when you ' re in a strange country . Everything is new , and you get tired and nervous sometimes . Then you worry about your family , about conditions back home , about your courses , about your money , about everything . I tried to fall asleep but I just had too much on my mind .
Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax .
Anything is worth a try . But right now I really just want to find a quiet place to take a nap .
Nothing . I'm just asking .
Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Aha , someone has a crush on Anny , doesn't he ?
Who has a crush ?
Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance !
What did he say ?
Just head straight up the street about two blocks and then turn left .
That ' s it . I think we ' re one block beyond .
Is it a direct train to London ?
No , you have to change trains at Birmingham .
I see . One ticket to London , please .
Single or return , sir ?
Single , please .
64 pounds , please .
Here you are .
Here's your ticket and change , sir .
How could you miss that ?
Someone was in the way .
That sounds nice . Where did you go ?
We drove to the lake and had a picnic . We had a great time ! How about you ? Did you do anything special ?
Not really . I just worked on my car all day .
That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ?
But then what would I do every weekend ?
There was a concert country music last week .
I wish I had been there !
I like it , too . But sometimes I enjoy jazz and classical music .
You have good taste in music .
It ' s the one you like .
Wow ! It ' s really good for me , especially the living room . It is big enough to put all my stuff there . It ' s a deal ! I ' ll rent this one .
Okay . Now we need you to fill a form with your personal information . We need information like social insurance number ( Social security number in the US ) , your address , phone number , etc . We also need a security deposit of $ 200 . And you have to pay two months ' rent in advance for renting the first time . If there ' s nothing damaged , we ' ll give you back one month ' s rent when you move out . You ' ll be responsible for all the utilities . Do you want to sign a lease today ?
Sure !
Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ' t get your deposit back .
Okay . Thank you for your reminder .
You ' re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in .
Thank you again .
I want to stay under $ 20 .
How about this one ? This is just $ 20 . It's worth every penny of it .
Excuse me , sir . This is your passport .
Really ? Ugh ... Is there any difference ?
Yes . As a matter of fact , you can't board the plane without boarding pass .
Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room .
I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass .
But when does the plane take off ?
Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir .
Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head .
Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion .
Is that me ?
Could be .
Oh , thank God . Thank you , I'll be right back .
I read in the poster that you're looking for a student to work as a language assistant .
Yes . Are you interested in the job ?
I think so . But before I apply , could you tell me more about the work ?
Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ?
I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school .
Good . There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one . If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ?
How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ?
Ten hours a week . From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week .
OK , I'll take it .
Fine . Please fill out the application form .
It is incredible .
She said that she didn ' t want to foul her own nest .
I hate to tell you this , but they are nothing but sob stories .
I don't think so . I like them . Then what's your favorite book ?
I'm fond of history books .
Oh , the history books are dull to me .
Don't tell me she's been listening to the fortune-teller again .
You guessed it . She says we have to get married on January 2nd , or we'll have bad luck .
The day we choose to get married could never be an unlucky day .
My mom just wants everything to be perfect for us .
They're incredibly selfish . They ' re always up until the wee hours of the night playing their music so loudly that I have to wear earplugs in order to fall asleep !
Have you ever talked to them about it ?
I tried to introduce myself to them when they moved in , but they were so arrogant that I didin't want to ever talk to them again !
What did they say ?
They both just talk about how great they are all the time .
They soud like the neighbours from hell !
They are ! Besides being loud and arrogant , they're also terrible gossips . They're always talking about everybody else in the apartment .
I thought you didn't talk to them much .
I don't , but they talk so loudly that I can hear what they're talking about from my bedroom - and it's not very nice .
What do the other people in your apartment think about them ?
Most of my other neighbours are scared of them .
Maybe you should think about moving .
I can't afford to move right now .
Well , perhaps you should have a party and try to get to know them better . Maybe once you get to know them , they'll turn out to be more sensitive .
I think you're being a bit optimistic . If you met them , you'd understand .
Well , I don't know what else you could do then . Do you think bribing them with chocolate would work ?
What courses did you minor in ?
I took computer science and English courses as my minor subjects .
Here is the wine list .
Thanks .
What would you like ?
What do you recommend ?
What about cocktail ?
I'd like to try something typically Chinese .
I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China .
OK . Let me try it .
Here you are , sir .
Thank you .
Let me help pay for gas .
All right . There will be three of us going so we will each pay a third .
What other expenses will we have ?
There won't be many other expenses expect food .
What do you think of our new teacher ?
Professor Wood ? I think he's a brilliant scientist .
You're got a point there . But do you think he's a little absent-minded ?
I guess so .
This is Nicola Grey , and this is Claire Taylor .
How do you do ? Those women are very hard-working . What are their jobs ?
They ' re keyboard operators . This is Michael Baker , and this is Jeremy Short .
How do you do ? They aren ' t very busy ! What are their jobs ?
They ' re sales reps . They are very lazy .
Who is this young man ?
This is Jim . He is our office assistant .
Is that near here ?
Oh , yes . It ' s just a few minutes walk . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ' ll see it .
Thank you very much .
I want to put this curtain up .
OK . Why don't you just hold the ladder , and I'll put it up .
Thanks , dear .
Me too .
Who is your favorite singer ?
Qi In is .
Do you know this song ?
Yes , I like it very much .
Let's sing it together , shall we ?
No problem .
What was more exciting , starting college or starting work ?
They're pretty similar , but in different ways . I really can't decide . How about you ?
For me , I think starting school was more exciting .
Does that mean work isn't that great ?
It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it .
But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun .
That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce .
I hope you're right .
That would be me !
Rubin ! Karen and Mike have spoken about you so often that I feel like I've met you before .
I hope that what they had to say was mostly good !
They only said wonderful things about you . You did a good job of finding me .
Finding the beautiful woman in a red dress next to the fountain wasn't all that hard .
Yes , I guess it was a choice of me or the pigeons !
I was hoping that we could take a walk down the street to my favorite cafe .
Lunch sounds great ! Let's head on out !
I agree ! I cried for a week when they broke up .
I was really sad too , but at least I can still listen to their Cds .
Yes , there might be some food you have never eaten before .
Really ?
Oh yes . Like this , for example . Have you ever eaten jellyfish before ?
No , I haven ' t . I have never eaten jellyfish before .
What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ' s brains ?
No , I have not and I ' m not sure I want to try them now .
How long will it take if I walk ?
It'll take you about 15 minutes .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
You liar , I saw you again in the inn . I bet you don't want to work at all .
Ok , please just fill out this form and show us your ID card .
Here you are .
Do you have it in a larger size ?
Let me check .
Well , let ' s have a look . Open wide . Hmm ... this doesn ' t look good . Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We ' ll need to put in a filling before it gets any worse , and the crown probably needs to be refitted . I ' m going to order some x-rays .
Is it gonna hurt ?
No , not at all ! Just lay back and relax .
That is a wonderful idea .
Outlets have more reasonable prices .
Thank you for your help .
No problem . Good luck .
Here is a good place . Let's get out .
Wow . We don't get to see this in the city !
Mother Nature is quite an artist .
Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink !
Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere !
Where is our camera ? Let's see if we can catch this on film !
Hi Ricky . Are you a new student here ?
Yes , I had my first lesson this morning . Are you a new student too ?
No , I've been here for six months .
Six months . That's a long time .
It's not so long really . What class are you in ? Intermediate or ... ?
Intermediate Three . And what about you ?
I'm in Advanced One . Who's your teacher ?
I can't remember her name , but she's got curly red hair .
Ah ! Does she wear glasses ?
Yes , I think so .
That's probably Anne Wallis .
Yes that's right . Do you know her ? Is she your teacher too ?
No . But she taught me last term . How long have you been here ?
Only a week .
Wow , not long . Where do you live ? With a family ?
Well , I'm staying at the YMCA at the moment . I'm looking for somewhere more permanent . Do you know of any good places ?
Yes . Actually my friend has a spare room in here apartment and she's looking for a flatmate . Would you like her phone number ?
That would be great ! Thanks for your help . Can I buy you coffee ?
How do you feel about it ?
It is really a hard nut to crack . The problem is that the crime was done without leaving any trace .
Yes , some friends play it all day , all night , and sometimes a whole weekend . I tried to read about some basic rules online , but it is hard to understand . So I went to watch people play yesterday only to find I was even more confused . I think I have to work hard on those rules and more learning by doing . Practice makes the master .
Typical Francis , whether you are at work , or engaged in leisure time activities , you always show the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new and improve yourself .
It is important to keep your mind up-to-date and active .
How about a dessert to top off that wonderful meal ?
Dessert sounds perfect , but I would like to split something with my friends .
On this evening's dessert list , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp .
I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful .
One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ?
We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ?
How about some coffee and tea as well ?
We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas .
I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away .
The hot drinks first would be great . Thanks !
I wanted to know if that apartment on Main Street is still for rent .
I haven't rented it out yet . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I want to see it .
How about today at 6 p . m . ?
That time is okay with me .
Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ?
No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work .
If you're interested , you can fill out an application form .
That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ?
No . The only thing I need to see is your driver's license .
That was a short relationship . You only started dating 2 months ago .
It was actually a long two months . She was a psycho .
What do you mean ?
She would be laughing one moment , and if I said something insensitive , she would start crying . I didn't want to deal with that .
She sounds very emotional .
She was a psycho , man . One time we were suppose to get together . I was waiting for her call , and when she finally called , she was screaming why I wasn't at her place .
Were you suppose to be there ?
I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping . It was a misunderstanding . She was literally screaming on the phone over this .
Ok . You're right . She's a psycho .
I'm just glad it's over .
That's fine . Is it a Time Deposit ?
Yes , that's what my husband advised me to do . But I'm not sure how long I should save for .
Well , we offer 5 grades as standard
Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ?
For 6 months we can offer you 0 . 59 % .
That sounds fine to me . Yes , I think 6 months is the way to go .
Yes , exactly .
I thought maybe you were interested in an outing .
Certainly . And after your internship ?
They seemed impressed , and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter . I ended up staying two years there actually . I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper . I really enjoyed it there , and it really helped me build my skills .
Yes I see . But you decided to leave them in 2006 , right ?
Yes , that ' s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London .
The London Weekly right ?
Yes , in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future .
After a week , you ' ll be running around here like a pro . Let me give you this list of departments first , next to each department is its location and the name of the manager .
Great -- That ' ll be big help .
Would you like an appetizer ?
Yes . I'd like a crab cocktail .
Would you like some soup first ?
Very well .
What kind of soup would you like ?
I want egg soup .
Have you decided on anything ?
I'd like to have some meat .
How about stewed-fried steamed pork ?
No , thank you .
Are you interested in today's special ?
What is it ?
Twice cooked spicy pork slices .
OK . Let me try it .
Anything else ?
No , thank you
Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
Fifteen ? And Zina pushed them up to seventy-five ?
That's right . Vince still stops by her office every day to thank her .
Anyway , I'm still happy I left . I'm working as a freelancer now .
You really should have stayed with us , Dave .
yeah , it's lovely , but to be frank , it's not the most practical . You don't have many formal events in your calendar , do you ?
come on , you sound like my Mom . Look at that , it's beautiful !
when you buy clothes , you must think about the material , quality and price .
maybe you have a point .
make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions .
all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral !
that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater .
oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert .
exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it .
why not try it on ?
it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ?
yes .
I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home .
I've never heard Mary cursed anybody . But I heard she cursed another driver when she drove me back home today .
Oh . Why did she do that ?
The car behind ours suddenly accelerated and hit our Car .
Did you just get your review or something ?
Yeah , but that's not why I am upset . I just found out another guy got a promotion . He doesn't know how to do anything . He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long .
That sucks .
I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies .
Look on the bright side . At least you have a job .
Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it .
Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight .
How about a cold bottle of beer .
Now you're talking .
Certainly .
Why wouldn't I want to know ?
You had pretty bad scores .
Exactly what do you mean by bad ?
You failed .
How'd I fail it ?
There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass .
What did I do wrong ?
To sum it all up , you really just don't know how to drive .
Thanks . Will I be able to take a retest ?
Sure you can , in about two and a half weeks .
I believe they are careful calculations on proteins , vitamins and calories .
Probably , Rose . That must be the job of nutritionists .
Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves . So we are free to have whatever foods we love . It is unbelievable .
Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food .
Seriously ?
Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so .
Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet .
Absolutely right . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine .
But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body .
Any rain ?
No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
But I can't find anything in my size here .
You're small , but you're not a child .
Well , there's nothing I can do about my height !
There's a petite section that you an check out .
What's in the petite section ?
It has clothes in small sizes for small women .
Because the houses look so nice at Christmas time .
Yes , they do . Do you have a Christmas tree this year ?
Yes , we have a big tree this year . I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday . Do you want to come and see it ?
I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother .
When can you come ?
I don't know when I can come . I'll let you know later .
Yes , true , but how about other personal qualities ?
Well , I believe I ' m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ' m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ' m fun to work with .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Are you going to have this set course or have dinner in the dining room ?
Right here , please .
Please put down the table in front of you . It's more comfortable that way .
Oh , thank you . So nice you are .
It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ?
I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ?
Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal .
Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste .
OK , enjoy yourself , sir .
Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is .
It is beef . Do you like it ?
That's OK . Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help .
OK .
No , not out of order . But we seem to have a bad connection on the phone line . I can ' t hear you clearly .
Ok . Let me call you later . Is that okay ?
Sure . Thanks .
yes . Last Sunday I went to a nearby market . It was on open-air fair . I chanced upon this bag and bought it on the spot , without even trying to strike a bargain . I paid one hundred and twenty . And just
is that so ? I'm afraid people here will not take pity on unlucky guys like you . Bargaining has always been an indispensable procedure in business deals . It's the norm of free trade . The seller sets
but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin ?
of course , that's something really irritation . And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff . I recommend you to consult the price tags in the superb
I didn't plan on cooking tonight .
If you're hungry , then cook something .
I don't know what to make .
Tell me what you want to eat .
I've been craving chicken and potatoes .
I'd like that .
Are you going to cook it tonight ?
I'm really not going to cook tonight .
Okay , I guess I'll cook .
Why don't you start cooking then ?
Sure we do . First-class or economy ?
One economy , please .
Thanks . By the way , tell your wife she throws a great party .
I will . See you later .
Where are you coming from ?
China .
Is this your country of birth or residence .
I just work there .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
I'm here on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay in the United States ?
Almost three weeks .
Sir , you didn't fill out the information on your arrival card of where you will be staying .
Oh , I'm sorry , but there are a couple of different places I will travel to within the United States , so I wasn't sure what to put .
You must specify an address of the place where you will spend most of your time .
Ok , here you are .
Do you have enough means to support yourself while you are here ?
Yes . I have some travellers cheques and two credit cards .
Very good . Do you have anything to declare ?
Nope . I only have my clothes and camera !
Very well sir , welcome to the United States , enjoy your visit .
No , I don't have that .
To get started , take that list over to the bookstore . Do you know where the bookstore is ?
I am not sure where the bookstore is .
When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ?
Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ?
If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ?
I think maybe I could be there .
I am free at 1
Maybe that would work .
I'll catch you later then . Have a wonderful morning .
Why ?
I was fired last week .
I'm sorry to hear that .
It doesn't matter .
What's your plan now ?
After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job .
Best wishes for you .
Thank you .
You mean this one ?
Yes .
It's pretty , isn't it ? It's made of pure silk and it's on sale .
OK . I'll take it . Will you gift-wrap this , please ?
Could you take it to that counter , please ?
The Grand hotel , is it far from here ?
Sorry , my English isn ' t so good . Could you speak a little slower ?
Two or three days now .
I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it going around .
What do you think I ought to do ?
Get this prescription filled and go straight to bed .
Some aspirin or Panadol should help . You can pick some up at the pharmacy when you go to fill your prescription .
Okay .
Goodbye , Randy . Take care .
OK , let me see . This white shirt can be washed in water with hands , but this suit and the woolen sweater should be dry-cleaned .
That's OK . But that must be costly .
Yes , the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering . But for suits and sweaters , you can only take them to the dry cleaners ' .
Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer .
Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually .
I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash .
Never mind . You can leave them to me .
Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing .
It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know .
I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ?
That will be 80 Yuan altogether . Here is your invoice .
I ' m standing in front of an exquisite work of art !
What ' s the big deal ? It ' s just a picture of some woman .
I ' Ve seen it so many times in books , but I never imagined I ' d get to see it in person .
There are tons of other paintings that I think are better .
Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ?
No , how much is it worth ?
About 80 million dollars .
Whoa .
You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs .
What do you mean ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
How long will it take me to get there ?
Only about twenty minutes .
I'm not going in the wrong direction , am I ?
No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please .
May I take a bus to get there ?
You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there .
OK . Thank you a lot .
John Sandals . That's S A N D A L S .
Sir , I'm Michelle , and I run the front desk . Please tell me the days you'll be here .
I'll be there in April Friday through Monday , the 14th through the 17th .
We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ?
Possibly . What's the actual price ?
The price will be $ 308 a night .
$ 308 ! That's not bad .
Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , definitely !
Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ?
Yes , that'll be just fine .
One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number .
It's 626-555-1739 .
Let me repeat that 626-555-1739 . Okay , sir , we look forward to seeing you in April !
That ' s too bad . Is there a desk in the living room then ?
There is a desk and two chairs .
Where are the chairs ?
They are behind the door .
You could consider adding a painting program to your software . It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising .
That would be a definite bonus .
You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now .
How can we do that ?
You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ?
No .
Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds .
That sounds great . Thanks .
Love me , love my dog . He ' s a sensible kind man .
That ' s why many people look up to him .
Do you think the taxi driver will understand you ?
If he doesn ' t understand me , I ' ll show him the office address on my business card .
Ok but how will we know if you are going to be late ?
I ' ll call you if I ' m delayed .
Actually , I'm not good at tennis at all ...
Neither am I . It's just that the best-looking girls are in that club .
Oh , come on . That's no reason to do something you're not interested in .
Well ... What are you interested in ?
How about the Classical Music Club ?
Joanna , give me a break .
Hey-how about the Cinema Club ?
Sounds OK to me . I like movies . Hey , Joanna , look - there are a lot of decent-looking guys here . And the club jackets - they're really hot ! I think we made the right choice !
It's selling like hot cakes , and we have lots of regulars now . Would you like to place a trial order ?
Am . Well , can I have a try of the sample free of charge ?
Yes , we have the free samples for customers . And you can have a try .
Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample .
Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample .
OK .
Okay well listen , here is my business card with my mobile number . If any other questions spring to mind don ' t hesitate to contact me . Of course you can also call Miss Childs too .
Great . Rmm , when can I expect to hear from you ?
Well , we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow , so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week . Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday . How does that so
That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons .
The pleasure ' s all mine , Rebecca .
I hope to hear from you very soon .
Absolutely . Thanks for coming Rebecca . Goodbye .
OK Sir . Could you tell me the account holder's name , the account number , the amount in the account and your PIN number , please ?
Well , the account's in my name . Patrick Dean , that's D-E-A-N . The account number is 15273478841 . There was about 20,000 RIB inside .
OK , Sir . Almost there , I just need your PIN number . When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number . It's a very simple procedure .
OK , it's 672910 .
I just can't stand it . It's really gross in here ! There ' s a stain on the toilet seat , and the floor was wet and slippery . So I cleaned it !
You did what ? Helen , I know it's gross , but I ' Ve seen many public washrooms that are much worse . Why are you cleaning the counter top ? are you out of your mind ?
I can't help myself ; it's just so disgusting in here !
Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ?
Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor .
You're such a neat freak ! I'm outta here !
Really ?
Yes . I was right there .
What did you see ?
This guy tried to rob the bank .
I can't believe it .
I was really scared when he pulled the gun out .
What happened next ?
He tried to leave with the money .
Did he get caught ?
They caught him before he could walk through the front door .
Sure Those who have heart disease or high blood pressure are not allowed to take sauna , for their sake .
Thank you for telling me about this . What should I do here ?
First , change your shoes to slippers . Then walk up to the changing room to get prepared for a shower .
OK . How about after the shower ?
After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin .
That sounds comfortable .
Yes , then enter the bathroom , There is a stove tired with wood in the room , and on the top of the stove , there is a pile of stones , which keep the heat . Throw some water on the stones , and dry steam is given off .
Maybe . But you should not withdraw forever just because you failed once .
OK , thank you , I'll try if there were other chances .
You said it . I'm looking forward to my annual vacation .
When are you going to take your vacation ?
Later this month . I can't wait !
I really envy you . You know I'm not taking my vacation until December .
I need to place an order for a couple of sandwiches and drinks . Can you deliver ?
Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ' am .
Could you introduce your biggest accomplishments in your last job ?
Working with my colleagues , we were able to increase the production efficiency by 5 % .
Great ! Could you tell me your educational background ?
Yes . I got a bachelor's degree in English from Beijing University .
Why are you willing to work for our company ?
I can get more promotion in your company .
OK , that's all . We'll inform you in two days .
Thank you .
I'm afraid I don't like seafood quite well . Would you suggest some others ?
Well , why not try Spaghetti Bolognese ?
OK . I will follow your advice .
What was your childhood like ?
I had a pretty strict up-bring , and my parents and I were always fighting about it .
Do you get along with your parents now ?
Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature .
What ' s your current occupation ?
I ' m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books
Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ?
No , I didn ' t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge .
How did you start writing ?
I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky .
Are you writing a book now ?
Yes , it ' s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have
Sounds interesting .
I bought a house recently and would like to insure it and its content .
I see . Here ' s a pamphlet about our home insurance policy . We ' Ve named our policy " umbrella " . May I ask how much you paid for your home and where you live ? These are the two main thing that decide how much your premiums are .
I understand . I live in the Oakfield area and paid $ 100,000 for my home .
Let me just check that on my computer . Oakfield is a low risk area , so your premiums will probably be around $ 100 a month . The other thing to take into account is deductibles .
In this pamphlet it says that the minimum amount for deductibles is $ 2000 . what does that mean exactly ?
It means That the first $ 2000 of any claim you make must be paid by you . The insurance policy covers any amount above that , up to the agreed limit .
Oh , I see . That ' s fine . What is the advantage of having higher deductibles ?
If you have higher deductibles , your premium are lower , because you will pay more of the claim and we will pay less .
It seems that I should do some calculations before deciding . I presume that the insurance period can be for as long as we agree .
We initially sign one-year policies with our policyholders . These are renewable after the first year .
If I have a claim , how long does it take to make a settlement ? I ' Ve heard that with some insurance companies , it can take months .
That is of great concern to out clients . We aim to satisfy all claims within a month , but we can ' t guarantee that
A kitten being run over by a truck .
I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It ' s about the overtime you ' Ve asked me to put in .
All right . Why don ' t you have a seat ? What ' s the problem ?
I surely will . By the way , is the party like this held every weekend in our neighborhood ?
Oh , I've forgotten to tell you . The party is held every other week . And every family gives their own performance each time .
My children would like that ; they like dancing very much .
That's good !
Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ?
Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin .
Really ?
He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself .
He performs very well . He is so funny !
OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family !
OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ?
Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour .
OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot !
You are welcome ! We are neighbors !
So it's time for the kids to get outdoors ...
... and for us to get tans in our new bikinis .
Not this Taiwanese girl . We don't like to get suntans .
That's smart these days with all the news on skin cancer . Hey , there's everybody ! We made it !
Your seat is in the non-smoking section . So , please refrain from smoking .
Oh , I see . Since I'm a heavy smoker , may I change my seat ?
Then , I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment , please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
Hi , Rock Sam ! Hey , I am surprised to see you doing so well .
Haha . Don ' t worry , Betty . So tell me , what ' s the latest gossip ? Unless you want to keep it to yourself .
No way . Alisan Darling just got hitched in Vagas .
No kidding ! What happened to Ad ?
Darling found out he was having a fling , and one new girl found out about Darling she dumped him too .
Was , talk about a double whammy .
Ya . And now I can break this to you . Fanny is moving .
Oh , right . What a load off my mind . I really don ' t like her .
Well I have to go , Rock Sam . You take it easy , OK .
Thanks for the visit , Betty .
It's actually a Deposit Account that links to your Margin Account , the one you have with the Securities Company . You can transfer the money you have in your account into your Fund Account .
How can I do that ?
You can use your Deposit Book or your Credit Card . And of course , you can use our e-banking .
I ' d say you ' Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason . Have you been taking anything for your cold ?
Yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ' s . I ' Ve been taking it for three days .
Good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a few days off work .
Have you been working hard recently ?
Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
Good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ?
I have a bad headache , but ...
Don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ' d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription .
Thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
What's that ? I've never heard of such a thing .
A flea market is an outdoor place where people sell all kinds of used stuff .
OK , Where can I find one ?
Well , you can check the local paper or search ' flea market ' online .
Have you got any plans ?
I've been invited over to a friend's , and you ?
My roommate's having a party .
That sounds great .
Yes , I'm really excited .
Did he let you ride it ?
Yes , I tried it and I quite liked it .
Weren ' t you frightened ?
Sure . But I still liked it .
Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ?
No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ' d like to buy a bicycle .
But why ? Since you like it so much .
Because bicycles are safer .
Is something wrong with me ?
No , sometimes the test results aren ' t clear and we need to do more to get a clearer picture .
Can we talk about it now ?
I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look .
When can I come and see you ?
You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you .
Now I know that something bad is up !
Just relax . We will talk about it this afternoon .
What do you mean ?
Well , I thought he was , but he ends up to be a con man .
Do you remember where you got it ?
No , I don't . Usually I'm very careful about checking the money I'm given , but for some reason this one slipped through .
Counterfeit notes these days can be very sophisticated and difficult to spot with the naked eye . But I must warn you that if it does show to be a counterfeit I have no option but to confiscate it .
I understand . To be honest , I'll be glad to get rid of it if it is a fake .
The machine shows it to be counterfeit . You'll need to fill in this form and I'll give you a receipt to show the money has been confiscated .
Cream soup and steak , please .
How do you like your steak ?
Excuse me , what does that mean ?
Well , there are several kinds of steaks . For example , you can have your steaks medium-rare , medium-well or well-done .
Thanks for your explanation , I would like it well-done .
Me , too . I'm sure she'll do better in the next tournament .
That's right , the brain ! It serves as a control center for the body , handling the processes of the central nervous system as well as cognition . Then what major organ is in our chest ?
The heart !
Very good ! It pumps blood throughout the body , using the circulatory system such as blood vessels and veins . Now let's not forget that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart and body to keep us alive ! Now what about the organs that help us digest food ?
The stomach and intestines !
Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ?
Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder !
Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed .
So what do these organs do , teacher ?
Well , mumm , they ... Time for a break ! We can talk about it when you get back .
Congratulations ! I knew you could do it .
Well , I certainly couldn't have done it without your help . You are the best tutor I've ever had .
Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it .
You deserve credit , too . I've learned so much from You .
Ok , I guess . My boss has been on my back recently .
Really ? What's he been doing ?
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Elvin doesn't want any programming help . He wants all the glory for himself .
You might be right . He does think pretty highly of himself .
Did you hear the names he was calling me ?
I heard . But did you have to tear out his nose ring ?
Didn't you like it ?
No , I thought it too dull . Also I didn't think it was challenging enough .
What made you make a decision to leave ?
The stock exchange where I worked was too small My further promotion was impossible . I am able of more responsibilities , so I decided to leave .
What are the different kinds ?
You can get a day , weekly , monthly , or student pass .
Could I get a student pass , please ?
Sure , can I see your student ID ?
Sure , here it is .
Very good .
How much for the pass ?
It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 .
Okay , I'll take it .
Thank you for your purchase .
You are welcome .
I prefer a diamond mounted in a ring .
Then . I'm sure you will like this one .
Do you guarantee its quality ?
Sure . This is the warranty . The cut , color , clarity , weight and the manufacturer of the diamond are all indicated in this document .
You're supposed to clean your teeth before you go to bed .
I will .
And don't ever forget it .
May I help you with something ?
I would like to transfer some money .
Where would you like to transfer money from ?
Take it from my savings account .
Where would you like the money transferred ?
I want it transferred into my checking account .
How much would you like to transfer ?
I would like to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all today ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
And let them ruin my life ? Forget it !
But you've been looking for that stamp for years .
It's not worth it . Besides , I have to save up to pay for some bills .
Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck .
Yeah . Well , I'll see you this weekend .
Get in . I will take you there .
About how much it will cost ?
$ 50 .
On the meter ?
Ye , of course .
OK . let ' s go .
How many carats would you like it to be ?
I want five carats .
Is this one suitable for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned to my fiancee .
What about this ?
It seems too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Then you can buy this one . It's very nice and latest in style .
Oh , this one is perfect .
What ? Really ? I don ' t really want to have to buy a new phone .
Well , you ' re in luck ! You see , if you sign up for our three-year plan , we ' ll throw in a handset for free .
Really ? What ' s the catch ?
There ' s no catch ! You just choose a plan , sign a three-year contract and , that ' s it ! Actually , we ' re running a special promotion right now , and we ' re giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan .
So what does this plan include ?
Well , you get nine hundred anytime minutes , and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients , one thousand text messages per month , and unlimited evening and weekend minutes . Oh , and we also offer a rollover option .
Wow , all this for forty dollars per month ?
That ' s right , plus the activation fee , the emergency services fee , the monthly service fee , oh , and any charges for extra minutes , and ...
Let me have a look at your boarding pass . It's E - 6 , the sixth seat by the aisle .
Thanks a lot .
What are you doing ?
I'm going to my parents ' house for my father's birthday .
How old is he today ?
It's his 50th birthday .
Well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
Sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
Well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
Sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
Sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
Sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
Yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
Say hello to your friends for me .
Likewise . See you later .
Bye !
Thank you very much . I have been wondering here for almost half an hour .
It is really like a labyrinth .
My best wishes to you and the bride !
Thank you very much .
Here you are .
That's right . Try it on .
Well , I think the waist is a little tight and the sleeves are too long .
Really ? Let me see .
We'll talk about the financial report for the first half of the year .
And anything else ?
We'll also discuss the personnel plan for the second half of the year .
That's all ?
Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them .
OK .
When you wash your dark clothes , can you put some of mine in ?
Sure . Is there any extra care that I should take with your clothes ?
Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle .
How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ?
There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ?
It's really only a small load .
Do you mind washing my clothes ?
Not at all . It's no problem .
Thank you so much .
It's no trouble at all .
Well , it's a wedding gift .
Oh , I see . Let me guess ... something sexy for the new bride on her first night of marriage ?
Basically . But I have no idea what to get ! She's American and kind of ...
Well-endowed ? Don't worry . I have some bras with bigger cup sizes in the back .
What was your childhood like ?
I had a pretty strict upbringing , and my parents taught at universities so they have extremely high expectations for me .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation ?
No , I didn ' t . I started working at a university in London but as time went by , I found I did not really like my job . I decided to explore other fields . Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge .
Do you like your current job ?
Yes , I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities . I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company .
Matt , I'm going to ask you some questions about pet . First question , do you have a pet ?
Yes , in fact , my mom's house we have three , three pets . two dogs and a cat . My family actually raises dogs for helping blind people .
Wow , like how do they train the dogs ?
How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school .
Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ?
Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training .
Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ?
Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile .
Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ?
I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what .
Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ?
Well , I guess if you are Sigrid and Roy you can keep a tiger or lion . I guess all types of things don't they .
My colleagues quickly get promotions , while I always get sidelined . I don't know what to do anymore .
Don't give up so soon .
But I don't know what else I can do . I am willing to work hard . Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy .
Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from .
Tell that to my boss .
Do you know Abraham Lincoln ?
Yes .
He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States .
He was also assassinated because of his views .
He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit .
Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion .
That's the spirit . Never give up on your dream .
Ok , please first fill in the form and return it to me . You can do it in the next door .
Done . Here is my paper .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the questionnaire and it lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
Thank you .
Are you new here ?
Yes .
Have you got small change ? They require exact fare .
Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ?
One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box .
I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ?
It runs every ten minutes . Oh , here comes the bus .
Is there any discount for a non-direct flight ?
Yes . Right now it's the slack season so we will give you ten percent off .
What if I buy around ticket ? Can you offer me some more ?
Sure . you can get a further discount at 5 % .
Do you think going to the registration building will help at all ?
No . They will tell you the same thing in a worse way .
Did you register yet ?
Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss .
What classes do you think are still open ?
Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology .
That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester .
I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full .
He does that ?
I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class .
That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help .
No problem , man .
Why ?
Because she's not responsible enough .
Sure . But the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it !
Thanks a lot . I expect to see your name nominated pretty soon , too . You ' Ve been doing some great work !
I don't think so . Dick has been on the ball and never does things like that .
Then it must be a naughty boy who did it .
So you have to work all day .
I can take a break at lunch time , but it is only 30 minutes .
I see you sometimes work on weekends , too .
Yes , I really don't like it .
What do you suggest ? I can ' t afford to quit my job until I get a new one .
Maybe you have two choices . You could attend school during the day , or you could get a position that provides training .
I want to try on this pair .
The oval shape one ?
That's right .
I think it suits you well .
I agree , but I like wire frames .
How about this ? They're the same shape .
Have you ever seen such a nice house ?
Not really .
This is the kitchen . Every - thing's new .
It's great !
When did you graduate ?
I graduated from it in 2002 .
In addition to your major , did you have other fields to study ?
Yes , I had taken finance courses in a training school . Compound talents are needed in the society and I must study continually to keep abreast with the times .
Not at all . I ' ll be glad to do it .
Thank you very much .
Shall I write out again first ?
No , there ' s no need .
Can I print it ?
No , don ' t bother . It ' s all right as it is .
I really don't know .
Let's walk around the lake first , shall we ?
Yes , that would be lovely .
Have you been here before ?
No , it's the first time I've been here .
I will take you to Li River after walking around here .
That's wonderful ! I have heard the scene of Li River is beautiful !
Yes , you'll be in a different world there .
Don't be so worried , You know Professor Robert is not too strict .
But I often skip his classes , and he doesn't like me .
I hope you'll do better in the final .
I must , if I want to pass the course .
Is it possible to make a compliant call to some organization what it ' s someone gets rip-off .
Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help .
Let's say about 6:00 ?
That's OK with me .
Sure . There is a folk concert tonight .
Are there any good seats left ?
Sorry . There are only some seats in the back .
Well , what time does it begin ?
It begins at 7 p . m ..
OK . I see .
How many tickets do you want ?
Just two .
OK . Fifty yuan for each .
Here is the money .
I need to find a space on campus .
Why don't you park in the parking structure for students ?
Where is the parking structure at ?
It's on the west side of the campus .
Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ?
It was empty last time I went up there .
How long ago was that ?
I went up there early this morning .
Do you think it'll be full now ?
It might be . You'll have to go see for yourself .
Please wait a moment . Let me check for you . The flight is FW 711 and it arrives at 10:00 am .
How long is that journey ?
14 hours .
Thank you .
You don ' t have any problems with how it looks ?
Actually , there is a problem .
Like what ?
There are some stains that were left in the carpet .
Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in .
Oh , is that right ?
Yes . Now what other problems do you have ?
That was the only problem that I saw .
Well , I ' m glad that everything else is to your liking .
I honestly love it .
Then why are you wearing black shoes ?
Because ... oh , all right . You win . Let ' s pay for them and go .
Hey , thanks , mum .
A coffee grinder ?
Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans .
Oh , that would be very useful .
But there isn't a single one right now .
Ok , I'll get one for you .
thank you , I'll wait here .
Here it is . It ' s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment .
Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ?
We make deliveries only for bulk buying .
Is it free of charge ?
No , but the charge is rather low .
Ok , thank you .
A man sent Miss Smith flowers , and Bryan got kicked out of class !
Cool ! I wish I could have been there !
Me , too . I miss you . Are you any better ?
Yes . But if I have any more soup , I think I'll die .
I'm not quite hungry now . Let me think for a while .
Come on . We are going to be late .
Ok , Ok . Toast and egg .
Milk ?
No .
Oh , good . Let me get a pencil and take down the information . Well , go ahead , please .
Okay . You'll be travelling on Northwest Airlines , flight number 222 .
What time does it leave ?
It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 .
That is good .
You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ?
That's right .
Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C .
Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ?
Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three .
Fine , thank you very much .
One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ?
Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern .
All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight .
Thanks .
I don ' t think I understand what you mean . Could you explain a little more ?
In reading you need to recognize language by seeing the words on the page and knowing what they are . In writing you have to produce language , you have to create your own words on a blank page .
Oh , now I see what you mean . When you ' re reading , you are just looking , but when you are writing , you are actually doing something !
A reading knowledge of a language is larger and different from a writing knowledge . Don ' t you think so ?
I think I see what you mean . I can read Shakespeare but I definitely can ' t write it .
Exactly .
So I have another question for you . What do you think is harder , speaking or understanding ?
They ' re both harder than reading or writing .
In what way ?
Because they are direct communication with another person , and there ' s a time limit . This time limit is the most serious problem for foreigners , even for those who know lots of English .
You are making me feel really discouraged .
I ' m not trying to discourage you . I ' m trying to help you . You have to live with these difficulties . Isn ' t it better to know about them ? The more you know about what you have to face , the better you ' ll do . I promise !
Anyway , it's my ideal coat . I'll take it .
I'll take one , too .
It is . Hurry up ! You ' ll be late for school .
What ' s the time ?
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Sure . Please sign your name here ... and here .
Ok , here you are .
Thanks . How would you like them ?
It doesn't matter .
Have you figured out who you ' re going to vote for ?
I love my candidate .
Why is that ?
My candidate is probably the most intelligent .
Is that right ?
I also agree with all his policies .
That ' s great !
I know he ' s going to be the next President .
Hopefully , he will be .
I can ' t wait to vote .
According to your performance , I decided to give you a salary increase . From next month , there will be a 2,000 yuan raise to your salary . Although your first raise might not sound considerable , the company believes that with your ability , sooner or later you'll get a better raise .
Thank you very much . Mr . George . As a newcomer , I understand that you have your consideration and I am satisfied with the raise .
I think you deserved this .
Thank you again . I'll keep doing my best .
A house would be great . I could plant a garden . And you could use the garage for a workshop .
Here ' s an interesting ad
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
You thing so ?
Oh , without doubt . When is the next class ?
Tomorrow morning . Try it .
No problem .
Are you going to this class this morning ?
Of course , easy . No sweat .
You're no able to move after this class .
Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake .
You want to bet ?
Yeah , what't the bet ?
I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing .
Well , you wanna take a sick leave ? All you need now is a good , long rest .
I guess so . Even though I seem to be over the worst of it . I don't want to give the bug to anyone in the office .
Good idea .
I was reading about how some people get tricked or drugged in their hotel rooms and have their organs removed ! Then they are sold on the black market .
Don't tell me you actually believe all that ? Don't be so gullible , they are just urban legends . They are just stories people make up to scare you .
Well , I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards ! Can you believe that ?
You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive !
Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster !
Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true , don't you think ?
You know what comedy I really like ? " Ace Ventura , Pet Detective . " I think Jim Carry is really funny .
Oh yeah , that's one of my favorite flicks . I think Jim Carry is one of the funniest comedians ever .
I agree . But even though I like comedies , I usually prefer more serious films . My favorite movie is " Titanic . "
I'm phoning about the job that was in the paper last night .
Oh , yes . Arm , well , could you tell me your name , please ?
Oh , Candida Fawcett .
Oh , yes . Arm , well , what exactly is it that interests you about the job ?
Well , I just thought that it was right up my street you know .
Really , mmmm . Arm , well , could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself ?
Yes , arm , I'm 23 . I've been working abroad , I'm um ...
Where exactly have you been working , please ?
Well , I'm meeting some American friends next weekend .
I see . But I'm busy now . How about tomorrow ?
Do you mind if we talk about your schedule tomorrow ?
That will be best . I'd like to have a good rest first .
And this is the schedule for Mrs . Watson . Eileen from our department will take care of her .
Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ?
All right . I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning .
Yes , just as you have ordered .
It's very nice of you .
How could you manage to pass the exam ?
It is still a mystery to me .
yes , I do . I find it very relaxing . I often listen to Mozart or Bach in the evening after a hard day at work .
I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music . It ' s certainly more sophisticated that modern dance music .
classical music is supposed to be good for you brain . Research suggest that it makes your brain more active . Students who listen to classical music while studying perform better .
really ? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often . I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress .
yes . That ' s why I listen to it in the evenings . I usually play it as background music while I ' m cooking or doing other housework .
I ' Ve got a few classical music CD ' s . I should follow your lead and increase my brain power .
you can find plenty of recording on the internet too . You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them .
that ' s a good idea . You should do the same with some music . You might find something you like . Classical music might make you clever , but dance might make you livelier and happier .
that ' s true . There ' s clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people . Music can influence a person ' s feeling and character .
It ' s the only way to preserve her reputation .
Yeah , fortunately it did not cause a disaster .
Let me see . How about the lotus root ?
Ok , and anything to drink ? Maybe some jasmine tea ?
Oh , yes that would be nice .
And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef .
Actually , I ' m vegetarian so I ' d like to have the bean curd .
Oh , that ' s a good choice . Very healthy too .
Anyway I think I need a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get a brain surgery . Honestly speaking , you look charming .
I know what you mean . I just want to make myself more attractive .
You are fine the way you are . Besides , plastic surgery hurts .
Really ?
Sure it is . So you'd better get rid of this idea .
What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Well , it'd be foolish to call the police . He probably just went away overnight .
Maybe you're right . But I'm still worried .
Oh ! What bad luck ! How can I get to the Theater ?
You can take a No . 12 bus here and then transfer to a No . 23 bus to get there .
There ' s not a very high demand for that kind of job , isn ' t there ?
Unfortunately not . If I can ' t find anything in that field , then I could also work in the marketing field .
That ' s a good idea . You have plenty of experience in marketing , don ' t you ?
Yes .
By the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
Really ? What is it ?
It is a job at an advertisement company .
Do you think they'd hire me ?
Anyway , it is worth trying .
Good coming , sir . May I do your room now ?
How long will it take ?
Your room will be ready in half an hour .
Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower .
Of course , sir . Have a good day .
You are still student so I don't think you should have time for that .
Don't worry about that . He said I can do that at spare time . Anyway , it's just a part-time job .
Okay , then . What kind of newspaper he wants you to sell ?
It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday .
Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers .
That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences .
And a good way to get some pocket money .
Let's do it together .
I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card .
For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ?
Yes , but I don't want my Mom to tap my phone when I call Clive .
How far up the street are the traffic lights ?
Now far . About 150 meters perhaps .
Ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
Then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
Ok . Where do I go then ?
You ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
God it . Thans very much .
In what ?
In gymnastics . I'm pretty flexible . Look ! I can even touch my toes !
Can you do the vault ?
I do back flips at the pool all the time .
I was just wondering if many Chinese people take their leftover food home from a restaurant .
in most cities in China , doggie bags are quite uncommon .
what happen to all the leftover food ?
it usually goes to the dump .
that seems like an awful waste ! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal ?
ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China . You know , in the past , people could not afford to eat out like they can today .
I guess that makes sense . I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home .
well , if you want , you can take the leftovers home .
no , that's OK . You know what they say when in Rome ...
I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet . I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them .
many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet , but my parents grew up eating them , so I think they are OK .
did you like them ? You could take the last one home with you .
that's OK . I'll try anything once , but sometimes , once is enough !
Certainly . What about moon cake ? It's typical Chinese food .
Moon cakes ? What is that ?
The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon . That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony .
Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people .
All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style .
What's the difference between these two styles ?
The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts .
Get me some of each .
OK , here you are .
did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower ?
yes , that was the first thing we did . We went all the way to the top . There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there .
what else did you see ?
art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say .
you must have had a great time .
yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening .
yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you .
on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems .
that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful .
you'll have to try for yourself some day .
So our evenings will be quite full then ?
If you want some changes , just tell me .
How much are you asking ?
800 Yuan a month .
Could I have a look at it , please ?
Sorry , but I'm on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
You mean the boy you met on MSN ?
You're right . He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him .
You must be joking . You can't fall in love with someone you've never met !
I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online .
I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious .
Well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him .
Did you tell him ?
Yes . He said I'm his dream girl .
You shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie .
I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice .
I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends , and then the right person will come along .
Do many people like tennis ?
More and more people like it now . fewer people play table tennis than before . Many people like swimming , because it is fun and keeps you fit .
In my country , many people enjoy golf , but it is too expensive for some people . A few people like extreme sports , but I think the vast majority of people are afraid to try them .
Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf .
I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played .
A great deal of people follow rugby in my country .
There are plenty of rugby fans in my country too .
OK .
Look , traffic jam again !
Could I have a look at it first ?
Sure . Let me show you the way . Here we are . Apartment 1008 . ( They enter . ) This is the living room dining room combination . Here's the kitchen . It's small , but fully equipped . The refrigerator is new , and the stove and the microwave oven are less than a year old .
It's nice . So this is the bathroom . And that must be the bedroom .
Yes . And there's a walk-in closet .
Is there air conditioning ?
Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room .
What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ?
It's 600 yuan per month . The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease .
I like the apartment , Mr . Sellers . You can show me the lease .
Well , Ted , this is a very impressive resume . However , we do have several other applicants to finish interviewing before we can make a final decision . We ' ll call you by Friday , if that ' s all right .
That ' s no problem .
Do you have any other questions ?
Well , what kind of salary do you provide ?
Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company .
I see .
Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job .
Sounds fine .
Only 25 minutes or so . We ' ll send somebody to meet you . That ' s 11:30 a . m . Friday the 15th ?
That ' s right . I ' ll be in the baggage area .
Could I understand what you said as the poorest is the happiest ?
Of course not . Sometimes a poor man can be extremely miserable .
Gosh , it's already 10 . Stay here if you like .
Since we're late , let's go to see a film .
OK . Hurry up .
What do the preliminary figures tell you ? Any kinds of trends going on for the branches in the Far East ?
It's hard to say , because the branches are located in diversity different countries , cultural and social influences will definitely play a part in the success of the product in the various markets .
For example ?
For instance , some products that do very well in Tokyo branch are a flop in Malaysia . We ' re talking about different people with different lifestyles and different needs . Each of the branches takes these types of things into consideration when they compile their reports and their marketing plans .
How about this post-trip ?
It's very good , and the result isn't too bad .
Really ?
Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ?
OK , it's no problem .
( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken .
OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest .
Ha , I know you are great secretary .
Thanks your flatter .
My wife is expecting me at home . I must be off now . So long !
So long !
Whoa , that ' s a lot of cash ! Let ' s go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing .
All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ' s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole !
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
It's nice of you to invite us .
How long are you going to stay ?
For one week .
What is the purpose for your visit ?
For sightseeing .
Where are you going to stay ?
At the Hilton hotel .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
It is a small room , just for 4 people .
What is in it ?
It only has 4 beds and 4 writing desks , but it is spacious and bright .
Do you get along with your roommates ?
Of course . They are very friendly .
Which floor are you on ?
We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony .
Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout .
Yes , that's a good idea .
Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room .
Let's give them a hand .
That doesn't sound too bad .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take bus 301 which will let you right off in front of the zoo .
Maybe that's what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Do you drink green tea , then ?
Very seldom , because tea has tannin which may be harmful to one's health .
But if the tea is good and well prepared , it will do much good .
What good is it for ?
Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired .
That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long .
Why is it so ?
Because if you drink a kind of tea which has been prepared for some time before , it will do you harm .
No problem ! We have a broad selection of suits , all tailored made so that it will fit perfectly .
Great ! I want a three piece suit , preferably made from Italian cashmere or wool .
Very well sir . Would you like to have some shirts made also ?
Sure . I ' ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties .
Very good . Now , if you will accompany me , we can take your measurements and choose the patterns for your suit and shirts .
This is the new style . Two hundred and twenty-eight .
May I try it on ?
Of course , please .
Can you give me a better deal ?
Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price .
Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it .
Well , two hundred yuan .
No , this is my final offer .
OK , I'll wrap it for you .
It is already 10:25 .
Well , we still have about 15 minutes .
What time did you say the train is leaving ?
12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus .
Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ?
Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time .
( still on the bus . ) What time is it ?
It is a quarter to twelve .
Oh dear , we will miss our train .
On the contrary , I have been reading a lot of books about the subject .
Oh yeah ? Tell me then , smarty pants , how will you go about setting up your garden ?
Well , first I need to buy some things , such as fertilizer , seeds and tools .
What type of tools ?
You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe .
Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ' s next ?
I ' ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ' ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done !
Well , good luck with your garden , especially considering we are in the dry season and it won ' t rain for the next three months !
You look so lovely .
How time flies ! I'll not see twenty again .
do you know what camcorder options are available ?
not really . I thought I'd just have a look today .
would you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in ?
sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first .
ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ?
it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ?
it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes .
can you also take still photos with this ?
yes , that is an option .
how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ?
yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark .
that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ?
It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera .
how does that compare with other models ?
there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one .
I guess you can't have everything , can you ?
Yes , sir . Do you need some flowers ?
That's a good idea . Can you help me to get some ?
Certainly , sir . What kind of flowers would you like ?
A basket of lilies .
You need fruit and lilies . Am I right ?
Right . Here is five hundred yuan in advance . Is it enough ?
I think it's quite enough . I'II have them bought for you as soon as possible .
Great ! Thank you very much .
I'm fine too , thank you .
I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening . Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Cool ! I ' Ve always wanted to do something like that ! Have you learned anything useful ?
For sure ! I mean we ' Ve learned how to apply pressure to stop bleeding , how to check for a pulse , and even how to apply CPR !
Have you treated any real emergencies ?
Well , they took us along with some paramedics . There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense !
I can imagine ! I tend to faint when I see blood , so I think I won ' t be taking up a course like that anytime soon !
Frightened ? You must be joking !
Oh , don ' t be angry . I just thought you might need them sometime .
I have told you that I don ' t need them any more . The thing that really annoys me is that you played dumb with me .
Come on ! Stop being so vain . You look great ! You are beautiful !
Yes , I am , but I think it ' s time for some plastic surgery I ' m tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin . See ?
I don ' t see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You are 25 , stop being ridiculous . Besides , I think that people who get Boto , have facelifts , or tummy tucks look weird . It doesn ' t look natural .
Whatever , I think I ' m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ' t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing .
I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive .
You don ' t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts !
Really ?
Yeah ! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week !
She ' s eight years old . She ' s getting quite old . Your dog ' s six , isn ' t he ?
Yes . He ' s so energetic . We take him out to the park every morning and evening . I think he ' d be happy to stay there all day !
I ' m sure he would . We usually have to drag him home .
Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ?
She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ' s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse .
Have you ever thought about having another pet ?
The kids want a rabbit . I don ' t think it would be a good idea to get a mouse or a fish ! That might be too tempting for our cat !
She will want an excellent restaurant , of course .
You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris . The service and food are world-class .
I wanted to go out somewhere , not stay here . Do you know of another good restaurant ?
You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz .
I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ?
At once , sir . You'll love this place , I assure you .
I ' d like to go to the railway station please .
Please hop in .
Is it a long run to the station ?
It ' ll take about 20 minutes .
The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ?
Yes , they are .
Is it the rush hour now ?
Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ?
No , I ' m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ?
Yes , sir .
Do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already ?
It might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
Like what ?
Well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
What else can we do to protect the environment ?
If you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
How about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
Yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
What do you think the biggest worry for our future is ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before !
To be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Like what ?
Like renewing my passport , going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I ' m gone .
You are not going to give it up , are you ?
No way . I ' ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ' t like the idea of paying three months ' rent on an empty apartment , either .
I don ' t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it .
Yes , but whom to ?
Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August .
That ' s exactly when I ' ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees .
Tell you what , I ' ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ' ll mention it to him then .
Well , thanks , Bill . Let me know what happens . That extra money will really come in handy .
Could you wash some of my dark clothes with yours ?
Is there any special care I should take with your clothes ?
The only thing is that they have to be washed on the gentle cycle .
Are there a lot of clothes ?
There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ?
It's a medium load .
You don't mind , do you ?
No big deal . I'll do it for you .
Okay , thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
What is the earliest one ?
At 7 am . It takes about one hour to get to the airport . So it'll be right for your timing .
OK , thank you . By the way , what can I do if I want to put off my flight ?
Your tickets are valid for one year . If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines .
OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ?
In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge .
That's reasonable . OK , thank you very much .
Don't render me lip-service , you'd better stay at home tonight .
But it's Sunday , isn't it ?
Where are you going ?
I'm going to Nanchang .
Where did you begin your journey ?
At Huangshan .
OK . Here you are .
And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ?
We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning .
Thanks .
It ' s so wet and dark , I ' m just fed up .
What can I help you with ?
I need to cancel a check .
What ' s wrong with the check ?
I accidentally wrote the check for too much .
How much did you write the check for ?
The check was written for $ 150 .
How much were you supposed to write it for ?
I needed to write it for $ 100 .
I can cancel it for you right now .
Thank you so much .
Am I failing ?
Let's go on the computer to see what's up . Do you think you are doing well ?
I am pretty sure that I am in trouble .
I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ?
I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis .
Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ?
I'll try ; it's hard !
Thanks for stopping by !
I fell down and hurt my arm .
That's too bad .
Then my son drove into a tree
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
Yeah , I heard it's going to be a lot of fun .
Really ? Well , what time does it start ?
It starts at 8
Well , who all is going to be there ?
Everyone from school .
How do you know it's going to be so fun ?
This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks .
Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun .
So am I going to see you at the party ?
Yeah , I will be there .
Sorry , we have two Smiths , Robert Smith and Jim Smith , which one would you like to speak to ?
I'd like to speak to Mr Robert Smith .
He is on the line .
Have you any particular color in mind ?
I don't know really . What's the fashional color this year ?
Red is very popular .
Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ?
Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ?
Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen .
Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens .
I quite like this one . How much is it ?
It's $ 180 .
Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ?
These are our cheapest coats , madam .
Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 .
Here's your change .
Thank you .
Sure . We ' ll be looking forward to that day .
So will I . Thank you .
What about this one ? It's a lovely dress . It's very smart . Short skirts are in fashion now . Would you like to try it ?
All right . I'm afraid this green dress is too small for me as well . It's smaller than the blue one . I don't like the colour either . It doesn't suit me at all . I think the blue dress is prettier . Co
I'm afraid I haven't got a larger dress . This is the largest dress in the shop .
Now it's a question of getting there . I need a flight to Paris on Sunday evening and a hotel in Paris for 3 nights . I have to be in Frankfurt by 11 on Thursday morning . And I will need a hotel for one night . I will head home on Friday .
At what time ?
My last appointment is at 3 , so I should be free by 5 at the very latest . I think I could get to the airport by 6 .
Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ?
No , not really .
So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ?
No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour .
Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly .
You are a pessimist .
I am a realist .
I think luck played a very small part in your victory . It is solely due to your hard work and efforts . That brings honor to you and joy to us .
I am flattered .
It is real word .
Thank you very much .
But many rich guys don ' t think they are truly happy . There is always some empty feeling deep inside them .
It's a nice color , and the style is not bad , but a bit too small . I'd like to get a slightly larger one .
How about this one ?
Mmm , I like it . How much is it ?
Seventy US dollars .
Here is the money . Could you deliver this to my house ?
Of course . We are always at your service .
Here is my name card . Thanks .
You are welcome .
Ten Yuan .
And how much is this pencil ?
One Yuan .
Here's fifteen Yuan .
And here's your change . Please check if it is correct .
OK , that's right .
Welcome to come again .
OK .
Is this where I catch the bus for the zoo ?
Yes . You can take No . 846 from here , but you have to get off at Nanchengmen stop and change to No . 106 .
That ' s a little troublesome .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take No . 105 which will let you right off in front of the zoo gate .
Maybe that ' s what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Nah ! Let ' s go get a burger and fries .
All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza , fries , burgers and hot dogs ! You have to start eating better !
What are you talking about ? I have salads some times .
Yeah right ! I ' m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ' s really not healthy !
Fine ! I ' ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ?
It ' s a start , but I ' ll be happy when I see you stick to your promise !
So , I understand why people eat moon cakes on that day .
You are right . In China , ' round ' is an auspicious word . The moon cakes are in round shape .
Is it official ?
It was not in the past . But from 2008 , we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival .
Yes , but I couldn't help it . I was late getting off work for a start , and then I missed the bus . The bus I did catch got caught in a traffic jam . It was one thing after another .
But why were you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn't it ?
Yes , but there's a rush on at the moment , and my boss asked me to do some urgent letters .
But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry .
Well , you're here . And that's the main thing .
I need two wake-up calls , if you don't mind , one at 7 and the other at 7 fifteen .
Not a problem . We'll call you tomorrow morning at 7 , and again at 7 fifteen .
On second thought , you'd better make that second call at 7 thirty instead of 7 fifteen .
Said , and done . Will there be anything else ?
No , that gets it for now , thank you .
Well , give us a call if there's anything more we can help you with .
So you met her right after you got to school ?
That's right . We've been dating since last September .
What ' s the matter ?
Professor Wang was hurt in a traffic accident .
That ' s too bad . How are things now ?
His life is hanging by a thread , and he is under an emergency treatment .
Certainly . How much rent did you want to pay ?
Well , I didn ' t want to pay more than $ 900 a month .
$ 900 a month ? We don ' t often have apartment as inexpensive as that . We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today , on Eleventh Avenue . It ' s near the municipal buildings .
Is it furnished ?
No , it ' s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ' s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ' t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ...
No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison .
Ok , we would do as your requirement . And we ' ll contact with you later !
Nothing but the best for a pretty woman !
Sir , the restaurant you seek is right here . This hotel has a three-star restaurant .
Well , I sort of suggested that we would go out on the town . Do you have another suggestion ?
Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz .
Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ?
Right away , sir . She will be impressed with your local knowledge .
Well , in that case , that's fine . I want a first class ticket on Thursday .
Would you like to pay in cash or by card ?
Cash , please .
This is Alex . Remember ? This is Sean .
Nice to meet you guys .
Over there are Stacy and Rebecca . We're all on the school's tennis team .
Who's that guy who's handing out beer to everyone ?
That's my boyfriend Matt . Isn't he cute ?
He sure is !
Come on . I'll introduce you two .
It might be . You'd better take a heavy sweater with you . The nights are usually quite cold at this time of year .
Do you think I'll need a cotton coat ?
Not for now , I think , But I believe there'll be rain , so take your raincoat with you .
I am interested in Pasadena or Arcadia .
What size house would you like ?
We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms .
Are you interested in being in a particular school district ?
Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District .
Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ?
I would love to have a home with a view .
Fine , I will begin a search for the perfect home for you . I will call you in a few days .
Yes . I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off .
That's long leave . How's your project coming along ?
The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on .
Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave .
Thank you , Mr . Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr . Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients .
Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed .
I will . Many thanks , Mr . Black .
That ' s cool . Have you already found an apartment to live in ?
I ' m planning on living with my parents . Won ' t you ?
I couldn ' t even if I wanted to . My parents told me that if I went home , then ' d have to find my own place .
You mean they ' re kicking you out ?
Not really , they just don ' t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out .
Well , it ' s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ' s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so .
My parents just didn ' t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ' s important that I should learn how to live on my own .
I know I need to learn that myself , but I just don ' t have the money for it at the moment . Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place .
I get headaches occasionally , but they have been really bad lately .
Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now ?
I am getting ready to take my GRE .
Have you been able to sleep regular hours ?
It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache .
Has anything hit you in the head lately ?
I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago .
Let ' s have you come back in a few days and see how you feel .
I didn ' t know it until yesterday . I put my foot into it , and was even stupid enough to ask when they would get married .
What're you doing here ? You live in London , don't you ?
Yes , that's right . But I'm having a holiday here .
No kidding .
I am serious . Every morning I set my watch by the radio , but it still loses ten minutes .
You know what you can do ?
Throw it away and buy a new one .
No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day .
So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ?
Yes , that's what I am doing .
Why bother ? Just buy a new watch . It doesn't cost much . Besides , I just can ' t put up with this thing any more .
I'm going home .
Wait . We have to return to our homeroom and wait to be dismissed .
Is that right ?
Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here .
So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon .
Yeah . I'm going to my locker to get my jacket . Catch you later .
Linda , thank you for this wonderful Christmas dinner . I really enjoyed it .
Thank you for coming . I'm glad you liked it .
What are your symptoms ?
I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired .
It sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
Yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
Have you been drinking plenty of water ?
No , just soda .
Ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
That seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
Is anyone else sick in your home ?
No , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The nurse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us by this afternoon .
Thanks .
I see . Thank you .
The climate here is pleasant .
You said it .
This city is really comfortable to live in .
It sure is .
No other city can match it . It's heaven .
Well , if you live in other cities as long as enough , you will love them just as much .
Maybe .
That's for sure .
Wonderful ! I'll often come here for mountain climbing .
You should . Many Guiliners , especially the old and the young , will climb mountains here in the coming .
No wonder people say , Even the immortals would rather be Guiliners .
... Quick ! Pass me your binoculars . Look at that bird ... I've never seen one of those before . It's indigenous to Guiling , and an endangered species too . This is lucky .
I didn't know you liked bird watching .
I don't really . I just like wildlife , and you don't get to see too much of it in the city . This place is full of it .
Yes . Please tell her that tickets to Phantom of the Opera will be delivered in two days . My number is 6521684 0 , extension 236 .
Ok . I ' ll let her know as soon as possible .
Thanks a lot . Bye .
150 a month .
150 ? No , I'm not really interested in this place . It isn't big enough . It isn't near enough to my office .
I fell down and hurt my arm .
That's too bad .
Then my son drove into a tree .
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
I'll just try him again .
Do you want me to have him give you a call ?
No , but what time do you expect him back ?
He should be back in about forty minutes .
Shall we check your oil and tires ?
I just checked the oil myself , but you can check the tires .
( The attendants fill the tank , clean the windscreen , and add some air to the tires . ) All right , sir , that'll be $ 26 . 50 .
I'll charge it . Here's my card .
How would you like your eggs ?
Hard-boiled , please .
And your toast , light or dark ?
Dark , please .
Now or later ?
Later will do .
Will there be anything else ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow .
That's right .
Just a moment , please .
No , not at all . His examples are really interesting .
So they're easy to remember .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
Oh , that's really tough .
Maybe it is the most difficult period of my family have experienced .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
For some reason it won't turn on .
Have you checked the connections on your computer ?
What connections ?
There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet .
Will the cords keep it from turning on ?
It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected .
I didn't think of that .
Try it and see if it works .
I think that I will , thanks .
It should work , but let me know if it doesn't .
Yeah , I love horror movies the most . Would you like to go with me next weekend ?
No way . I will be scared out of my wits .
Well , What kind of movies do you like ?
Er , let me see . Romance , comedy , documentary , action , science fiction , cartoon and so on .
In a word , you like all the movies except for the horror movies .
Yeah , It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also like romance and comedy movies very much .
The Terminal is a movie of this type .
So we can relax now .
Yeah , I could hardly wait to see it .
What ' s the problem ?
It doesn ' t seem like this library has it .
Have you checked the computer ?
I have already .
What did it say ?
It says the book is on the shelf , but I didn ' t find it there .
I can always borrow the book from another library .
You can do that ?
I ' ll make the call and contact you when it gets in .
That ' s fantastic . Thank you .
At 345 Lincoln Avenue . Oklahoma City .
Very well . Why do you want to disconnect your phone , sir ?
I ' m moving to a new home .
O . K . May I have your name please ?
John Smith .
Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ' s your telephone number ?
555-7658
Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ?
623 West Side Drive . New York , New York .
Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day .
Thank you , you too .
About 2 weeks .
I recommend you this route . We call it golden routes for the sightseeing spots .
Well , will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour ?
Of course , we will , sir .
Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening ?
Very good , What's on ?
I'm not sure . Let me give a call to find out .
Is there any produce on sale ?
I don't know . The produce person can tell you , though .
Just a moment . I am sorry . At the moment , he is out of the office . Would you like to leave your number ? When he comes back , I will tell him to call you back .
Please have him call me at my office . He knows the number .
Of course .
Let's go out and have a look .
OK . Wait a minute .
Look at the snow , it's so beautiful .
Yes . It's really snowing .
I love winter , I love snow .
But don't you think it's a little too cold ?
But I like cold more than hot .
You are so interesting .
What difference does it make ?
When you get your next Continued Claim Form , you should just write down where you worked and note that you no longer need unemployment .
If I take a short job and then get laid off , will I be starting over trying to get unemployment ?
Just because you work for a week doesn ' t mean that you will be losing your benefits .
It's been a long time ! What's new ?
Nothing much . What about you ? Is everything going well ?
Not bad I guess . I just got back from Hawaii .
How was it ?
I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up .
Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour .
Ok , I won't keep you then .
Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye !
Yes , stay in touch . Bye !
Give me your email , would you ?
Sure ! It's txyb@gmail . com .
Are they filed alphabetically ?
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Yes , sir . Straight or on the rocks ?
On the rocks , please .
Of course . What room are you in , sir ?
I'm in Room 215 .
And do you know which room the noise is coming from ?
I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs .
Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable .
OK , thanks . I really appreciate it .
That's all right .
But I found you always hate to part with your money . Look at the car you drive ; it's such a junker !
Oh , the car is old but still in good condition . I just think we should be thrifty , whether you are rich or not .
But ... But ...
But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue .
Maybe you are right .
Yes , please .
I'm sorry to say that this room service charge is yours .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidence ?
No , we got no receipt , but we paid on the spot .
I hope I could get promoted some day . Tell me about your experience , ok ?
Well , just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough , you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective . Don ' t be afraid of taking challenging . They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal . You learn more from that actually . Sometimes , you need to fail to be successful .
How do you think if I volunteer for some work ?
I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives .
Yes , but to the health , this break has long enough .
Oh , breaktime flies .
come on , baby . It ' s time now .
Mam , another minute , could I ?
Hurry up , little boy .
Who can tell us something about the author's life ? Volunteer ?
The author was a famous writer , and he was also a politician . He was born in 1911 and died in 1985 .
Very good . Sit down , please . Susan , what's the general idea of the text ?
Can I answer it in Chinese ?
No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English .
Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ...
Excellent . Class is over . Let's have a break .
That's really a good thing . Let's do our part .
Good idea .
Who will sing in the show ?
A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ...
Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs !
Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself .
Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile .
She is a real star . Not a onetime thing .
But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing !
Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things .
You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her .
Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ?
Here is the programme . Check it out yourself !
OK .
By air or by sea ?
By air . So my gift should be quite light . What can you suggest ?
How about this wallet ? It's made of fine leather .
My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual .
This gift is the best for a man who has everything .
Oh , a nice handkerchief . That's a great idea . I'll take it .
The only person who seems confident the software will be done on time is Zina .
Yeah , she is some kind of Superwoman , isn't she ?
Failure just isn't an option for her . I'm glad she's on our team .
But they ' re very nice , you know .
Really .
And not expensive either .
Oh , I don ' t care about that .
Everybody is buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they ' re very fashionable , you see .
I ' m afraid I ' m not interested in fashion .
I see .
But thank you very much all the same .
Sorry , I couldn ' t help you .
Sure , here you are .
Was everything satisfactory ?
Yes . I enjoy my stay here .
You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 .
Here is the money .
May I have your name , please ?
My name is Zu Ping . In fact , I have a reservation on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . tomorrow . Now I'd like to make a change of my travel schedule . Is it possible to change my booking to the day after tomorrow ?
Certainly .
Do you have a seat available on the same flight the day after tomorrow ?
Yes . You are reconfirmed on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . on January 15th .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
I'll need your name and account number .
Certainly .
Oh , Mary . You've surprised me !
Who were you talking to ?
Um -- I was just thinking aloud .
You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes .
Come off it , Mary .
Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes !
You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ?
Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him .
I guess I asked the wrong person .
I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen .
That is no problem at all , of course . You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen .
Then again , I think 7 fifteen is too early . Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty , please .
So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty . Do you have any other requests ?
Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring .
Okay , sir . Sleep well .
Don't you think it's a bit conservative ?
After all , I'm somewhat conservative .
Do we have to pay extra charge for that ?
No , you don't . It is free of charge .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Yes , certainly . Would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you do me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure . I'll be back in a minute .
Of course I miss Grandma , too . I bet she ' s gonna teach me how to play Mahjong ! Hey , Dad , are you going to buy me firecrackers this year ? We ' re going to have the best fireworks ! I ' m really looking forward to lighting them !
Son , firecrackers aren ' t toys . they ' re dangerous !
No , fireworks are awesome !
Whoa , don ' t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ?
I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ' s all .
Ahahah ... really ?
Oh , and I can ' t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ?
Hey , I offered last year ...
Well , I ... anyways , I was just thinking of the red envelopes . I wanna make a list of all the things I ' m gonna buy with my red envelope money ! I can ' t wait ! I ' m gonna have so much money ! Mom , can I get a pen and a piece of paper ? I want a new transformer , no , two transformers ... the Optimums Prime , and ... maybe the wheeljack ? I ' ll get a PSP game , ahahah , and I ' ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald ' s ...
I'm finished . Here's the form .
Thank you . Now if you'll just give me a credit card .
Here's my VISA .
Thank you .
I need to place an order for a couple of sandwiches and drinks . Can you deliver ?
Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ' am .
Well , come over and talk to me then .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the TV then ?
Turn on the TV , for what ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ?
I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate it .
I don't agree with you . It's too small to live .
It has fresh air , and it is nicer than a big town .
I disagree , a big town is more lively .
But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill !
Well , alright , I agree with you about that , but I still prefer a big town .
For instance ?
It has a built-in camera unit that takes digital color stills . It also plays MP3 files , which I can save on media cards and then transfer to the hard drive of my computer .
Wow ! Anything else ?
This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen .
What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ?
Just plug in a peripheral CD or floppy drive and you're ready to go !
OK ! I'll tell him .
And Mr . Green will make another appointment when Mr . Wang comes back .
Ok ! Thanks for calling .
Bye !
Bye !
That was a wise decision , if I may say so . Our Personal Internet Banking Service offers online shopping transactions , payment of household bills online , account management ...
I will probably just use it for online shopping . At the moment , I have to meet the seller in person and pay cash , if it's a local seller .
This will fix all of that for you . If you use our online payment service , the money will come straight out of your account and go directly into the seller's account , in a secure way .
Well , the national anthem has just been sung , and the umpire has started the game . It ' s time to play ball !
Roger Vargas is up at bat . The pitcher winds up and strike one !
A very nice curve ball by the pitcher . The catcher gives him the sign , he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive !
The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ' s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ' s safe !
Great play !
We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ' s the pitch , he hits it ! It ' s going , going , that ball is gone !
Home run by Okapi ! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium !
I'm about to explode ! You ' Ve made a mess of this matter .
I am very sorry to hear that you ' Ve been having so many problems .
Sorry isn ' t good enough ! What can you do to help me ?
I understand why you ' re angry , Mrs . Wilson , and believe me , we are doing everything in our power to work this out .
Well , obviously , what you ' re doing is not good enough !
If you could just give us a few more days , we should be able to get this straightened out .
Of course . No girl is more charming .
She is a young man !
Please pay close attention to the safety of the shipment .
Don't worry about that . We have experience .
Can we see the menu please .
Here you are .
What ' s good today ?
I recommend crisp beef and fried duck .
We don ' t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips .
Do you want any dissert ?
no dissert , thanks , just coffee . can I have the check please ?
The tapping of your pen on your desk . It ' s driving me crazy .
Fine ! By the way would you mind not slurping your coffee every time you have a cup !
I don ' t slurp my coffee . And plus , how can you hear it when you ' re shouting into your phone all the time ?
You ' Ve got to be kidding me ! You ' re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ?
Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ' s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ' s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ' m willing to forgive and forget and if you are .
Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down .
Yeah , I ' ll try to do the same . So , I was wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday night ?
That's a great idea . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant .
I know one . Let's go .
What will you do all day ?
I'm going to work with my father at the store . In the evening , I'll read books . On weekends , I'll go to the beach with my family .
Have you ever worked ?
No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ?
I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers .
I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ?
We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night . We sing or tell stories .
That sounds wonderful .
It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ?
I think he's going to the mountains with his parents .
Well , so long , Mary . Have fun .
You too , Peter . Give my regards to John . I'll see you in September .
A week ago ? They met last summer and now just sink . They will be married soon .
Have they set a date for the wedding ?
No , not yet . But Susan says they ' d like to get married in November or December . Then they ' ll go to Hawaii for their honeymoon .
And in the meantime , how do you pay the rent ?
I don't have to worry about rent . I live right here .
What ? In your cubicle ?
Right here . Me and my PC . Home sweet home .
I very much like to go to a cafe and doze in the afternoon sunshine .
Sounds great .
The coffee , books , music and sunshine are just beautiful there .
How nice .
I may take you there some day .
Good .
Come on , You hit the high notes perfectly !
Well , the echo and the stereo system helped a lot . And i know that song very well , so , i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well .
You're too modest . Pass me the catalogue ! I'd like to see which song to choose . Wow , this place has a large selection of songs . I dont know which to choose !
Pick the one that you always sing in the shower .
Funny . Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers .
Read me the index number !
1021 . It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along !
No . I need a rest !
Do you have a bed ?
Of course , I have . There is one in my old house . And I have another one from college at my parents ' house .
That's good . You can put one in this room and put the other one in that room .
Yeah , it is a good idea . You can stay in my house for the night if you would like to .
Yeah . By the way , can I take a shower ?
Sure , but I don't have hot water , yet .
Really ?
No , they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on . My phone should be working then , too .
Well , do you want to go outside for dinner ?
Yeah , I can't cook anything until tomorrow , anyway . Let's go to the restaurant nearby . It's my treat .
OK . Let's go .
I want to spend two days in the mountains with friends . The city is too noisy . Do you know Tangle Temple ?
I have been there . It is in the middle of the mountains . It is not noisy there and you have to be a vegetarian .
Do you want to climb the mountain with us ?
Does it have enough lodging ?
No problem . The temple is quite large .
There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees .
I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ?
Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' .
Anything else I should bring ?
If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you .
Needless to say .
I agree . I'm going to buy it .
Cash or charge ?
I'll charge it .
Sign here , please .
There you go .
Good-bye , and thank you for shopping here .
oh , you must be very happy . How many people are there in your family ?
my immediate family is very large . It's my mother , my father , my two older brothers , my younger sister and me .
I have a small family . They are my parents , my younger brother and me .
I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ?
yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children .
interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ?
the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da
do you get along well with each other ?
yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot .
you are very lucky to have such a nice family .
thank you .
oh , really . That is great news . What does he look like ?
he is tall and slim , fair-haired .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ?
he didn't say , but he said he would call me .
maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much !
oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ?
come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry .
thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging .
that's what friends are for .
Smells good ! I ' ll make some coffee . Do you want me to make you some eggs ?
Sure , I'll take mine , sunny side up .
Www , I don ' t know how you can eat your eggs like that ! Ever since I was small , I ' Ve had eggs and soldiers .
You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy !
You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ?
You ' re so picky sometimes .
Here you go , honey , fried eggs .
I said sunny side up ! How many times do I have to tell you .
His father is a prisoner .
So what ? His father is in prison , not he .
Thanks for encouraging me . There are problems cropping up here and there . But I will overcome them one by one .
What's your expected salary ?
What is important to me is the job and the people who I will be working with , so regarding salary , I leave it to you and I am sure that you will make me a fair offer .
I can offer you 5 , 000 yuan per month . Raises are given after three months ' probation period according to your performance . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it .
Any question about the work ?
To whom should I report ?
The general manager of your section .
What are the benefits ?
We'll offer that on holidays .
I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ?
Yes , we have inspection abroad .
Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent .
Okay .
Twelve . He's very sensible for his age .
I can see digital video products are quickly going mainstream with their plunging price .
Getting cheaper is not the only reason for their popularity . They come with a lot of inviting functions .
Such as ?
They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode .
They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand .
Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital .
What does this mean ?
This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer .
I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing .
Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects .
What special effects ?
Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves .
That's great !
With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners .
So everybody's getting video mail .
Yes , we are very proud of her .
Oh , that's a nice one of all of you together . Do you have the negative ? May I have a copy ?
Surely , I'll have one made for you . You want a print ?
No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector .
I'd like to see that myself .
Have a wallet size print made for me , too .
Certainly .
Couldn't get connection ?
Yes , your number is out of service .
Really ? I didn't know . Let me check . You're right .
So I couldn't get through .
It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ?
Well , the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service .
Oh , yes . Hi , how are you ?
Great . Do you have a few minutes right now for me to tell you a little bit more about the data management tools our company has to offer ? It won't take long .
Actually , I'm really swamped right now and I'll be going into a meeting in a few minutes . Is there any literature you can send me ?
Oh , sure , I understand . I'd be happy to send you a promotional packet about the programs that I think might best suit a company of your size . Would it be okay if I called again to see if you have any questions ?
Let's do this . Since I'm not sure when I'll get a chance to read the material , why don't I give you a call if I have any questions . Now , I'm really sorry , but I have to get going to this meeting .
No problem at all . I won't keep you any longer . I'll put a package to you in the mail and we'll go from there .
Sounds good .
Thanks for your time .
No problem . Bye , bye .
I'm so sorry to hear that . When did this happen ?
A couple of days ago . I just go back from the funeral .
Is there anything I can do ?
No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time .
I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ?
Yeah . She died in her sleep .
I'm sorry she's gone .
At least she didn't suffer .
I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together .
I know . But I miss her .
When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said .
Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks .
It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat .
You're right ... I should eat something . Let's go .
Let me see . Yes , we have one room left . You're lucky . It's the last one .
Good . We're tired after driving all day , and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room .
This room has two double beds . It's number 56 at the rear of the motel . It's quite a comfortable room .
How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning .
It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ?
No , it's just the two of us .
Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ?
Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips .
Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room . Check - out time is noon .
Thank you very much .
Thank you , sir . Enjoy your stay with us .
Are they breakable ?
No . They are not only ornamental , but also useful .
No wonder it's so expensive .
There are the pymeids . It ' s easy to see how they got that name ! they don ' t have smooth sides though .
They don ' t now , but most of them did originally . There ' s picture of the pentagon in the United States . It ' s very distinctive with its five sides .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape .
Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ?
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
You are flattering me .
How much do the roses cost ?
$ 20 a dozen .
That sounds good . Last year I paid $ 30 .
Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today .
Give me a dozen .
Very good . Would you like anything else ?
No , I'll just give her the roses and a card .
She should be very pleased with these roses .
Her birthday is on the 9th . We ' re going to have dinner at a Mexican restaurant , and then maybe go out dancing .
Sounds like fun . You can count me in ! Just give me directions to the restaurant .
What did you say ? How many ?
15 people .
Wow . That is a very big family . Do you all live together ?
Of course we do ! My father's parents , Mum , Dad , three unmarried aunts , two uncles , my two brothers , my three sisters and me .
But you don't live at home anymore .
Right , but that's where my heart is . But you're right , now there are only 14 living at home .
My goodness ! Your family must live in a huge house .
Yes . My family lives in rural Korea , near Pusan . We have a huge house . The first floor of the house is a part-time private school . In the afternoon , students come for special tutoring in biology , Englis
Wow ! you grew up in a school ! No wonder your English is excellent !
My aunts and uncles are all teachers .
You are so lucky !
I guess so . While growing up , I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year .
That's what i did in America . I was reading all the time . I was never a big TV watcher . TV wastes time .
I agree . Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English . All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English .
800 books ? I'm impressed !
My aunts studied in the American universities . They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English . That ' s what they learn here in America .
How about this one ?
It looks nice . How much is it ?
They're three hundred dollars .
Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ?
OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here .
OK , I'll take it . Here's the money .
Thank you very much .
Yes , I see . five thirty AM Mr . Green , Room 1021 .
I want to change my wake-up time .
Ok , could you tell me your room number and your name ?
Tim , in Room 1021 .
And when would you want us call you this time ?
At six thirty AM tomorrow .
Ok , six thirty AM . We will call you exactly on that time .
Don't dis my hair ! I like it like this .
You like it , but it's getting to be a handicap for you .
Hey , that's enough about my hair .
I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too .
I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute .
Did I mention she's good at cutting hair too ?
No . Come here right now .
OK .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
It seems that it is a key department for providing materials and transportation .
Yes , it is .
If it's not too much trouble , I would like some help .
It's no trouble at all . I'll carry this suitcase for you .
Okay , what about the first woman ?
She looked a little rough around the edges but had great skills .
All right , and what about the older gentle ?
He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified .
Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job .
Why don't you go over the resumes again ? They might help you decide who to hire .
Yes , It's supposed to be outstanding .
Yeah , I saw someone walking like you , but I wasn ' t sure . We haven ' t seen each other for how long ? Almost three months ? But you look quite different now .
Have you noticed what has changed ?
Oh , you look quite slender and more vivacious . What have you been taking ? Are you on a diet ?
Yes . I ' m on a diet , but I ' Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ' Ve lost twelve pounds .
Wow ! That ' s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ' s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break .
What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ' m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday .
Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ' s not hard . I can do that .
Sure . Join my class next week .
How do I get the form to apply for unemployment benefits ?
You can go online to begin the application process .
What type of information will I have to provide to the Employment Development Office ?
You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when .
Will they need anything else from me ?
You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance .
What should I do after I turn in the application ?
You need to be interviewed over the phone . They will set up a time for you .
Let me see ... the train to New York City ... here it is ... daily except Sunday at 10 thirty , 12 twenty and 15 ten .
Aren't there any trains before 10 thirty ?
Sorry , not before 10 thirty .
Then one to New York at 10 thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
$ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Yes , let's get something to eat .
How about Mac Donald's ?
You are welcome , doctor .
How much do I owe you ?
The total is 87 dollars . Here is the bill .
Really ? You worked here for just half an hour . I consider the price very high .
Here is a shop in the hotel . It's on the 11th floor .
That's quite convenient . Well , would you please buy me some ? I am so busy . My room number is 304 .
Certainly .
And can I come in late tomorrow ?
I don ' t see why not .
And may I take Friday off ?
Go ahead . It ' s OK with me .
One more thing . Would you give me a ten-dollar raise ?
No .
Well I guess you have fewer characters but I think Chinese grammar is easier .
Maybe , but I think people usually learn English more quickly than Chinese .
Yes , I guess basic speaking in the English is easier .
Maybe that ' s why your English is much better than my Chinese .
This is the kitchen .
It looks new .
Yes . We just renovated a few month ago .
I like it .
Here ' s the master bedroom .
Wow , it ' s nice . What did you say about the rent ?
$ 900 a month .
Does that include utilities ?
Yes . It includes electricity , water , gas and cable , but the telephone is extra .
When will it be available ?
The end of this month .
I like it a lot but I need to talk with my wife . Can you hold it for me for two days ?
Sure .
Thank you very much . I will let you know as soon as possible .
Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door ?
Well , you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry . Come on , Fred , We're wasting time .
Just a minute you two . I don't think you're telling me the truth . This isn't poorhouse , is it ?
No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while .
Is he at home ?
I'm afraid not . He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment .
Who made the first move ?
I did .
Wow !
It was no big deal .
What do your parents think of your dating a boy ?
They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend .
They're glad ? !
Bring me a cup of coffee , please .
Will you have it strong or weak ?
I prefer strong .
The sooner , the better , Sandy . I don ' t think he ' ll sign anything till he ' s got that in his hands .
I ' ll get to work on it right away . Anything else ?
A chess board ! Daddy is going to teach you how to play !
Cool !
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say " Check Mate " and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
They must be popular again this season .
Yes , I believe they are . Here are something that might interest you .
Wow . this is nice . I'll take this one . I guess if she doesn't like it she can return it , right ?
Sure . Let me ring this up for you at the register . If you would like , this can be gift-wrapped for free . Just take it to the customer service department .
No , they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away .
Were there any animals in the forest ?
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
Class starts in twenty minutes . You have to turn it in at the beginning of class today .
I know . I know !
Do you think you can finish it on time ?
Don ' t worry . I ' ll get it done very soon . I ' m almost finished .
You ' d better hurry !
Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me .
Sorry !
Do you mind if I introduce myself ? My name is Wang Li .
My name is Jim Jones . Are you coming for the interview ?
Yes , I am .
I'm starving , so maybe we could go somewhere with large portions .
that Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions . Do you want to go there ?
I'm not really in the mood for Italian , actually . I was thinking of something a bit spicy .
if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ?
I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy .
you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us .
the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food .
the Taj it is then .
shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ?
they'll still charge us a corkage fee .
that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway .
don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight .
are you sure ? We could go Dutch .
no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time .
I won't argue with that ! Let's go !
I'd love to , but I have to get up early tomorrow and get to the office on time .
Oh ! I'm sorry , but I wish you could stay .
Thank you for a very enjoyable evening and your hospitality .
Don't mention it . You can come whenever You are free .
So I'd rather walk or run to work .
You must be joking !
What sports do you like best ?
Football . It's a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Inches very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Pam and I are wondering if you'd like to go to the mall with us .
Oh , I see . I'll have to sink about it .
Sink ?
Oops . I meant , " think "
Mary , you're going to have to work on your pronunciation .
I know .
But give yourself some time . You just got here .
How much is it ?
$ 30 . 00 a week .
Do you think I could have a look at it , please .
I ' m on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
I love being photographed ! If I were famous , I ' d do interviews for all the top magazines , like cosmo and elle .
I wouldn ' t mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice , but it would get tedious after a while . Imagine the things the gossip columnists would write about you .
No-one really believes gossip columnists .
I think you ' ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ' d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it
I think you ' re right about that . I ' d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people .
That ' s a great idea . Which charities would you support ?
I love children , as you know , so probably a children ' s charity .
You ' d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ' d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ' d be the first to buy your posters and I ' d attend your first book -
Thanks , but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography .
Let me see ... yes , 15,880 NT . After the discount , your total comes to 12,704 NT . Here's your free teddy bear , free panties and your card application .
Where do I sign ?
Right here . And write your address . You'll get the card in the mail within a week .
OK .
I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear .
Well , the teddy bear is for me !
Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges . There are no refunds on sale items .
Which line should we take if we go to Danshui ?
We should take the red line . Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine .
How much money should I insert in the slot ?
5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor .
I see .
It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there .
It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people .
Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes .
If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour .
Anyway , we are arriving at Danshui soon . I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset .
What size do you wear ? These dresses are on sale .
I wear size 32 . This one looks nice . Where may I try it on ?
Come this way . Here's the dressing room .
How does it look ?
It looks nice . And it's not expensive .
How much is it ?
It's only $ 20 .
I'll take it .
It does ' t matter . I know that people are easy to get mad when they're tired .
Thanks for your understanding .
You're welcome . Happy couples need mutual understanding .
Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
Why is that ?
It doesn't cost me as much to wash here .
I've just started doing my clothes here .
Why are you washing your clothes here now ?
My washing machine broke down .
You should just pay someone to fix it .
It's too expensive to get it fixed .
So you're just going to wash here ?
Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do .
It costs less to wash here .
Fine . We will handle domestic shipping , but what about customs ? Will we have to pay tariff on our imports ? I hope we don't run into any problems with the border control .
No , the Chinese company has that all worked out . With the paperwork you receive with the shipment , you should be good to go .
Just two . How much does the trip cost ?
$ 200 for double .
Is there any chance of a lower price ?
I am afraid not . Right now it's the tour season .
Let's call it a day then . Good - bye , everyone .
Good-bye , sir
So how do you like it ?
Well , the salary is a little low , but the students are nice . How are things with you ?
Not bad . You know I'm an air traffic controller now .
Now that's an exciting job ! ! !
Yes , but it's very stressful .
What ' s wrong ? Didn ' t you think it was fun ? !
Oh , yeah ! I had a blast ! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad . Sorry , I ' m just not into this health kick .
Oh , no , get off it . It wasn ' t such a killer class . You just have to get into it . Like they say , no pain , no gain .
I am wiped out . Thank you .
Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ' re gonna come back again with me , aren ' t you ?
Never ! But thank you for inviting me .
Come on . You ' ll feel better after we hit the showers .
Tell me about it , will you ?
Well , we drove through the valley on our way there in the morning . It was a magnificent sight !
Did you stop at the Fall for some pictures ?
Sure , we wouldn't miss that for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour .
You were lucky then .
Yeah , we spent the whole morning under the tall trees . We had our picnic there , too .
What did you do after that ?
We went for a swim in the sea . That was the biggest part of the day . Just look at my nice tan !
So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday .
Yes , you are right . And I was so tired out that I fell asleep on the way back . My muscles are still stiff from the swim yesterday .
I think it ' s time for the government to take strong action . And people should try to protect environment .
I absolutely agree with you .
48C . It's on your left hand side .
Thank you .
Please fasten your seat belt , miss .
Oops ! I forgot .
Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment .
I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment .
Allow me to give you a hand .
Those are something gifts I bought for my friends .
Would you mind opening it ?
Of course not .
That sounds like fun !
Wow . You look great .
Thanks for noticing .
What type of diet were you on ?
I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months .
That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ?
Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day .
That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ?
Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate .
That makes sense . I'm going to try that .
You don't need to lose weight .
I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of .
Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet .
Thanks for the advice .
No problem .
Well , I thought that I would choose either this one or that one . I really want a dark blue suit . Which do you recommend .
This material is a little more expensive , but is of much higher quality .
Yes . I can feel the difference in material . There ' s not much difference in price . Ok , I ' ll take the more expensive one .
Fine . I ' ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ' ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su
That ' s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ' t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ?
Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ?
I ' ll take three light blue ones , please .
Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ?
Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ' ll just try it on ... yes , that ' s fine . I ' ll take it . Here ' s my credit card .
Thank you very much , sir . I ' ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you .
Thank you very much . I ' ll see you the day after tomorrow .
But I put my foot down and insisted on her forgetting that .
How could have the heart to do that ? She needs warmth and help .
I bet they love it really . Sure , they complain about it , but that just gets them more publicity , doesn ' t it ?
I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves . They only want it for their films .
No way ! They want publicity for themselves , so that they get invited to make more films , go to lots of cocktail parties , and even make albums ! They have such an easy life . They don ' t even pay for drinks when they go to a cocktail party .
Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ' s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to wear jeans and a t-shirt , but they can ' t because their managers force them to wear clothes they don ' t like .
I don ' t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ' re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored .
I think you should give them some credit . They ' re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves .
Come on ! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves .
The state of economy is starting to go up in our country .
That ' s just the short in the arm we need .
That ' s great . Where did you stay ?
Some friends of my parents live out there , and they invited me there .
So , what did you do out there ? I mean besides bask in the sun , obviously .
I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ' t get through a whole game before I had to sit down .
Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ?
I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees .
It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that .
It looks like you could use it . Don ' t tell me you spent the weekend in the library again .
You come dressed in anything from the sixties .
That sounds like fun . But where can I get clothes that old ?
Check out your mom's closet . I'll bet she still has something .
Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ?
That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ?
Don't tell me you have a record player !
I don't think that Myra should have spoken so rudely to the teacher . I know she was angry , but that's still no excuse for rudeness .
What for ?
To get a little exercise . I'm so out of shape .
Hey , I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week . It's great exercise and it's fun too . Why don't you come out and play with us ?
That sounds great . Give me a call next time you guys play .
No , we didn't . Last week we went to see that movie about a man's struggle against mental illness .
Right , it was a chick flick , just like this one , so what's the difference ? Besides , this is the last week for the third movie in Destroyer series and I want to see that on a big screen . Action movies need to be seen in a theater on a big screen .
Oh , yeah , and I did promise to see it with you if we went to that movie last week . But you liked that movie , didn't you ?
Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap .
It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner . We went to an excellent restaurant .
That place doesn't have a single meat dish . Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much .
And I don't like meat that much . The only meat I eat is chicken .
But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences .
Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat .
Now you're talking , we can see that love story next time .
Nice meeting you , too .
Come over and visit when you have time .
Thanks for the invitation . I will !
Two years ago . At that time I had no problems . Now I can ' t even make out something ten meters away .
Come over here . I will test your eyes . First cover your left eye like this , and when I point , please read the chart from the top , and go as far as you can telling me which way the " E " points .
All right .
Good . Now the other eye .
Well , this one is worse .
Never mind , just read as far as you can .
I can only read the first three lines .
No , the one on the left . Yes , that ' s the one . ... Thank you .
It ' s a state-of-the-art piece of equipment , sir . With a gigantic 16 . 1 USGA TFT screen , 2 . 8 Ghz mobile processor , generous 512 MB RAM , removable 80 GB hard drive , convenient CD-RW / DVD combo drive , stunning fast graphics board with 64 MB DDR DRAM , dual battery capability , integrated Fast Ethernet card , IEEE 1394 digital interface and eight USB ports , it has all the power of a desktop computer packed into an ultra-slim notebook !
That ' s impressive ! What ' s the sale price ?
The regular price is $ 2980 . 00 , but until December the 31st it ' s on sale for just $ 2,699 . 00 .
Okay . It will be a new experience for me .
We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . we can get almost anywhere rather quickly on the subway . Especially at this time of a day when the traffic is heavy .
where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there three yuan and he'll give you a token . Then you slip it into slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it .
Where can I get the subway Madam ?
Ask the worker who sells token to give you one . It ' s free of charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay additional fare to change train ?
No , you don ' t have to . Here comes the train .
Good idea . I'd suggest you do some crunches too . Thery're great for getting in shape . Make sure you do them correctly .
Ok . I will . Could you help me with the treadmill ? I found it difficult to get the setting right last time .
Sure . Is today only you second visit ?
Yes , it is . I'll be coming here regularly . I think I need regular exercise to get in shape and then to stay in shape .
The treadmill is excellent for helping you to build up stamina . Each time you use it , increase this distance . don't worry about your speed at first . You can increase that later .
I was told that the first time I came heer . I was told not to put too much pressure on my body at first . I need to build up slowly .
That's right . You don't want to injure yourself by exercising too much or in the wrong way . Now , this is how you make the settings for the treadmill ...
May I know your flight number , please ?
It's flight CA169 , which leaves Beijing at 8: 00 a . m . on January 20th .
Oh , yes . That's our regular flight to Nanchang . Would you please tell me your name ?
My name is Deng Li .
Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ?
Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket .
Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm .
That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it .
Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible .
OK ! I shall .
Yeah , maybe you're right . How about this outfit ?
That dress looks lovely on you , but it's not very practical , is it ?
No , I don't have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just want to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It's casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It's too plain on its own .
How about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
That might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
That's a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
Thanks . You'd be OK on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
Yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
That looks great . Just one more thing-you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
The leopard print sounds fabulous . OK , I'll take it .
But you forgot to get the bread .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
Yes , I am applying on it .
I wonder if I could enroll in it . I know it is a graduate course and I ' m a junior , but ...
Aren't you a bit young ? I have a lot of qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time keeping up .
I know , but geology of the American west is my major interest and I have done a large reading in the field .
Well , if you think you are ready , I'll let you enroll .
Oh , thanks , professor Donald . this is very nice of you .
She did last time .
Yes , but I'll bet she won't again .
Good idea . I noticed that on our way to the tower there are so many shops selling all kinds of souvenirs .
So let's head there . We'd better hurry up .
but what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ?
they need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
so you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small desert .
how about drinking soda ?
many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try
that's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
my mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
how do you know so much about food and dieting ?
you might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
Are you going to be okay ?
Yes , I'm used to being on my own .
No , no , a friend of mine taught me this really fun game . I ' m going to describe someone ' s face , and you guess who it is !
OK !
Let ' s see . He has a roman nose , bushy eyebrows and dimples !
Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin !
Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald !
Your future husband !
Not funny .
Oh . I see . Don't you have Mao Tai ?
Sorry , sir , but I recommend you Bacardi White . It's quite delitous .
Well , that's fine . Bring us a bottle of that .
The machine is over there .
Do I have to pay to use the machine ?
Yes , you will have to pay to use it .
How much ?
It costs ten cents a copy .
Am I limited to a certain number of copies ?
You can copy as much as you ' d like .
Could you show me how to use the copier ?
The instructions for the copier are posted on it .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you .
What will you do when you come home ?
Before I work in the office , I was a teacher . So if possible , I'd like to come back to some school to pass on my new knowledge to more people .
Do you feel your English is good enough for the course ?
Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL .
Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ?
I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S .
How long do you expect to stay there ?
I will be there for three years .
Yes , I did . I ' Ve put one on the table for each child . I put up the big " happy birthday " sign too .
Thanks . Do you think we have enough for the kids to eat and drink ?
I ' m sure of that . There ' s enough food here to feed an army !
That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ' t put any candles on it yet .
Thanks for reminding me . I ' Ve prepared some party games for the children too .
I ' Ve brought a tape with lots of children ' s songs on it .
Hopefully , that will keep everyone happy .
Smells like you're baking something . What are those ?
Green beans . They pop and turn brown when you roast them .
Cool ! But isn't that a hot air popcorn popper ?
This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ...
The beans will burn . I know . I've tasted burnt coffee before ... yuck !
Job ?
Yes , job . If you ' re going to live on your own , you have to pay for rent and everything else .
I thought I could just get you and Dad to pay for an apartment . I found a cheap one .
When you move out , your father and I aren ' t paying your rent , young man . Get a job .
You ' re right . If I ' m going to live on my own , I have to be independent .
Well , the newspaper is over there . Look in the want ads , but I don ' t know what you ' re going to find without a college degree .
This is Steven speaking . I'd like to buy a stock .
What stock do you want to buy and how many ?
I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson .
Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ?
Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 .
Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today .
Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ?
You can decide by yourself .
I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price .
So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ?
Yes , please .
I am on Route 80 , a few miles east of the University of Utah .
What does your car look like ?
It is a red Audi .
Yes , it ' s confirmed for here in our office .
Is your address still 1150 Lake Road ?
Yes , that ' s correct .
Ok . Thank you .
Is today OK ?
Sorry , I can't go today .
How about tomorrow night ?
Ok . What time ?
Is 9:00 PM all right ?
I think that's too late .
Is 6:00 PM OK ?
Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ?
The Italian restaurant on 5th street .
Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there .
How about the Korean restaurant next to it ?
OK , I like that place .
I ' d like to fly next Friday .
Is that a return journey or just one-way ?
One-way , please . I ' m flying back to London from Shanghai .
Ok . That will be 1400RMB please .
How long is the flight ?
It ' s about three hours .
You mustn't go to bed very late . Can you be home before nine .
Oh , I won't be back so early . The film will be over at nine . Can I have the key to the bicycle ?
No . I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night .
Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over .
OK . Here's the key . Take care .
I will . Thank you , dad .
I am sorry for that . We will send someone to your room right now .
That's fine . Quickly please , we are so hungry .
Wow . You must be very excited .
I certainly am . I would have been very disappointed if I hadn ' t got them .
Shall we go to a restaurant to celebrate ?
What a good idea . I'm quite hungry .
Me too . I feel very thirsty as well .
Let ' s go then .
Well , I think I like it . I appreciate the snow very much .
Yes , It's really so beautiful with all the things covered by snow .
By the way , where can I go ski ?
There are so many places around . Take a look at the advertisement .
Wasn ' t it cold on Wednesday ?
Yes . It was very cold and windy . We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm .
It ' s so nice and quiet in the woods .
Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels .
It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ?
Yes , we bought veal sandwiches . We stopped around twelve , and we ate and watched the squirrels , but it was too windy to sit long . It was a very nice walk , anyway .
Nice to see you again .
Nice to see you too . It ' s been a long time .
How is everything ?
Just fine , and you ?
Quite well , thank you .
Did you drive yourself to the airport ?
No , I was driven by my husband .
Did someone meet you at the airport here ?
Yes , thanks .
Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ?
No , the meeting will be held on the fourth floor .
Are you kidding me ?
I mentioned to you before that you need to keep up with your rent . This notice to evict is letting you know that I mean business .
You can ' t just throw me out on the street !
You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you .
Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ?
You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments .
I am going to take care of the rent payment right now .
Thank you . The payment needs to be in the form of cash or a cashier ' s check .
I think so . Maybe he's fallen for her .
Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl .
Right .
I ' m sorry . I didn ' t know that .
That ' s all right . Thank you all the same .
What a pity ! Then how about Sunday ?
I've already got plans , too .
Then when do you think we could go out together ?
How about Friday ? Only in that day can I arrange it .
OK . Any time on Friday will be OK with me .
That's settled then . I'll contact you later .
Let's go to the food stall . There's a good one just around the corner .
I'd love to try some snacks .
( Later .. ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Super !
Based on the estimate you gave us , by the time we figure in transportation and other expenses , our profit is short . With the offer you've given me , we're making next to nothing . Can ' t you do any better ?
I've already given you a discount of 20 % off of our normally charge . If I go any lower , we'll have loss on this project . I really want to work with you on this . But we've already gone as low as we can go .
I'll be honest with you , our budgeted cost can't exceed more than $ 150 per unit . That is our bottom line . If you can meet that price , you've got the deal . Otherwise ...
I'll tell you what , I'll go over the number again with our financial team and see what I can do . I can't give you any guarantees . But we can try .
I do . We haven't watered them for quite a few days .
Please look at the sky . Don ' t you see the dark clouds ? It's going to rain soon .
Good . So we don't have to work . How nice !
But I don't think it's so nice .
Why ?
The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week .
Oh , I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain .
I hate the hero . He ' s too cruel .
But it's only a film .
Yes ! Somebody up there loves me ! I knew it wasn't too late for snow .
It is kind of strange though , to have snow in April , and so much of it .
There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time , don't you think ?
When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever .
This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard .
It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right .
But don't forget to give me a ring .
I won't , mom .
Take care of yourself .
I will . Bye , mom .
Bye , my boy .
You've simply forgotten to wind it up , have you ? When do you usually wind it up ?
In the coming , before going to work .
You got up so late today . You have , I think . Turn on the TV and set your watch by it .
OK . I'll turn it on .
All right . It's just four o'clock .
Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you .
You are welcome .
You will ask for it .
All is best now , isn ' t it ?
I want to buy that candy .
OK . So this machine will make change if you need it . Do you have your dollars ready ?
Yeah , so far , so good .
Next , you feed your dollars into the machine in the slot . Make sure they are smooth .
Yeah , I already knew that .
I'm sure you know that if the dollar gets stuck , you might have to re-feed it .
OK , let's move on !
Now you just make your selection and pray . If nothing comes out , try again or call the number on the side of the machine .
I hope it works !
Well , good luck !
Pretty good . I've made a few friends already .
Anybody I know ?
Well , Pam Franklin lives next door to us . By the way , can I go to her house this Saturday ?
Of course . You didn't have to ask me .
That's what Pam said .
Just don't stay out too late .
I'd like to see some Mandarin textbooks too . Do you have any ?
Yes , they are just next to the newspapers actually .
Thank you .
Do you have more than 200 employees in the company ?
Yes , there are approximately three hundred people .
Just water would be fine .
Excellent choice . Can I dish you up some chicken ?
Yes , the chicken looks wonderful !
How about some salad to go with your chicken ?
Sure , I love salad !
Would you like to have rice with your chicken ?
Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken !
Good ! Julie , if you could pass this plate down to Joe , I think we are all set .
What do you mean ?
They can't spell , they can't add , they can't subtract , they even don't remember any more . that ' s because they rely on gadgets .
That's not the gadgets . Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts .
Is there a warranty ?
Yes , all their products have warranties .
How long is it ?
The fridges is covered by a one-year warranty .
Which model is the best seller of this year ?
This one . How do you like it ?
It's too big for me . Could you recommend something else ?
Sure , this way please .
so , let ' s see . You have put new tiles on the floor and replaced a few tiles on the walls . You ' Ve also added a small cupboard for toiletries . The bath , shower and waterbasin are the sam
yes , they are . I gave them a good clean . They are in good condition and don ' t need to be replaced .
how long did it take you to do the tiling .
as I hadn ' t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The
I think you ' Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ?
you ' ll be lucky ! However , I ' ll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself .
It ' s simply because the tins were damaged .
It appears to be the only case to us , that the goods have been damaged on the way .
I am sorry to say it's not on the way , but during loading . The tins inside the cases were broken evidently through rough handling .
Could you offer us a certificate issued by your Health Department ?
Certainly . Here you are . Our health authorities said they were no longer suitable for human consumption . I have to remind you that our terms are CIF Hamburg . I hope you would indemnify us for the loss , so it wouldn't be so heavy on us .
Now we are prepared to settle the issue with you amicably .
No , these are all my personal effects .
What's in the bag ? Would you mind opening the bag ?
Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable . Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ?
No . You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings .
Thank you .
You must have realized somebody was here .
Oh , well , I looked around . There wasn't any other space . I waited a while and nobody came . I'm sorry if I've taken your place .
How about going to a concert ?
That ' s should be fun .
I ' m catching the nine fifteen train tomorrow morning .
how about I come and see you off ?
You really don ' t need to .
Ok . I ' ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon .
I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything .
You ' re welcome .
Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me .
Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey .
Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ' re ever in Washington .
Of course . I will .
Goodbye , then . Thanks again for everything .
Yes . It is one of the most harmful computer viruses in the world . People say it will break out again om Valentines ' Day this year .
This is terrible . Why do hackers play such a dirty trick ?
Hackers are smart , and they want people to know about it .
So they create viruses to tell people they are smart ? That's really sick .
I'm sorry to trouble you , but I'd like to ask when I will get a raise .
In 3 months or so .
You said the same thing three months ago .
Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up .
You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ?
Yes .
I got the message . I'm quiting .
Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times . and I can't be handing out raises for anyone .
I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't .
I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do .
Very well , consider me gone .
What about ?
My exam .
Oh , is that all ?
I feel very nervous about it .
Don't worry about it . Try to look on the bright sight of things .
When is your flight ?
June loth .
One first class seat on flight YW132 , is that right ?
Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ?
You are supposed to check in at least one hour beforehand .
Can I make one right now ?
When would you like the installation to be done ?
I'm off this Friday .
The only time we can come on Friday is at 3
I'm going to need it installed earlier than that .
I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday .
Is Saturday any better ?
Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ?
Is 11
That's perfect . See you on Saturday .
I'm wondering if you often trade with others on the internet .
Yes , I often do business through internet now .
Oh , really ? Is it a good way ?
Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house .
What advantages does it have ?
Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service .
I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition .
The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers .
So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways .
Will you give me some suggestion ?
Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thank you . Maybe I will do business through internet in the future .
You think so , how come ?
Well , Superbad is super funny .
You're not lying , I found that movie absolutely hilarious .
I didn't know that you saw Superbad before .
I made sure to be in line to see it the first day it came out .
I couldn't keep from laughing throughout the whole movie .
I was laughing hysterically the whole time ; my stomach muscles hurt afterwards .
That's exactly how I felt .
I got the movie when it came out on DVD , do you want to come over ?
I would love to .
How do you spend your spare time ?
I usually read or entertain myself .
What kind of books are you interested in ?
My favorite books are those about detectives .
Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ?
When it comes to the entertainment , I think I enjoy dancing . There is nothing I like more than modern dance .
Have fun ! I plan to spend some more time with my grandkids , and I might even go back to school .
Well , good luck . Give me a ring sometime , and let me know how you are .
The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton .
Oh , do you use your computer often ?
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
what ? I don't understand .
I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food ?
Oh ! Ha-ha ! That's not what I mean when I said ' go Dutch ' !
Huh ? What were you talking about , then ?
' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly !
oath ... that makes so much more sense ! Ha-ha . Well , great , I don't like German food anyway !
Hi , Mr Wang , who do you wish to speak to ?
May i speak to David please ?
Davids who , we have 5 Davids in the office .
Oh , sorry , David Richton .
Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Can I help you , sir ?
I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Right . What present should we give him this time ? By the way , how old is he ?
Thirteen today and tomorrow . Fourteen the day after tomorrow .
How time flies ! He ' s a big boy now .
And don ' t forget Mary , Tom ' s twin sister . It ' s her birthday , too .
OK . Let ' s invite all their little friends to come and celebrate .
It ' s too good to be true ! If I were there , I would ask him if he himself was a successful man .
Nobody would drive him up a wall by asking him such a question , you know .
Hello , Professor , this is Kalina , and I am in your literature class on Monday mornings .
Yes , how are you doing ?
I was partying hard over the weekend , fell down the stairs , and need time to recuperate .
That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ?
I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine .
How many days will you be out of school ?
The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week .
I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class . Get well !
Where's Hyde Park ?
It's on the other side of the Palace .
That's the place where people make speeches on Sundays , isn't it ?
Yes , you're right . Politicians of all kinds , religious people , and one or two madmen .
Well , are we going there today ? I want to take shots there .
Sure . I can see you're enjoying your trip today .
Of course . Everything's so striking and fascinating .
What's the fare for a single ticket ?
That's $ 150 .
Can you give me a special offer ?
Of course . Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off .
How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ?
I am sorry , there is no difference .
The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes .
That's seems obvious enough . Then what about the software ?
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
Please take me to the Honging Hotel .
OK . Please get in . I'm glad to serve you .
Could you get there in twenty minutes ?
It will take half an hour to get to the hotel .
I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me .
OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes .
Thanks .
What ? That's too much .
Sit down . I'll show you the list of our financial budget . First of all , it is nearly 4,000 RIB that we should spend in transportation .
Ah , the transportation fee always takes a great part in the budget .
Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good .
Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel .
In that case , we can choose the Youth Hotel . It's a good choice , clean and economic .
And , her lips ?
Her lips ? The early morning rose would wither on the branch if it could feel envy .
And her voice like a lark's song ?
Deeper , softer , none of your twittering larks . I would banish nightingales from her garden before they interrupted her song .
Oh , she sings too ?
Constantly . Without doubt , and plays the lute . She has a natural ear .
What do you want to do to celebrate Christmas ?
I'll have supper with my girlfriend and go shopping . What about you ?
I'll go to church first and then go to a Christmas party . Would you like to come ?
I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later .
See you .
Nearby , on the banks of the thames , there ' s the statue of Boadicea . She fought the Romans when they invaded Britain .
Women have often played an important role in british history . Queen Elizabeth I built a navy strong enough to fight off the Spanish armada in 1588 . more recently , Margaret thatcher transformed british
She was a very controversial leader . Are we going to visit the famous tower of London later ?
There ' s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow .
I ' m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too .
I ' Ve seen them before . They ' re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ' s one place you have to go .
Where ' s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ' s the waxworks museum .
There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty .
Sometimes , it ' s hard to know who belongs in each section of the museum !
Good choice ! Our ground beef is extra lean , if you know what I mean .
Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ?
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
What are you talking about ? How does it exploit people ?
Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
What do you think of big department store ?
It's fun walking around them , but their displays are so good I'm tempted to buy things I don't really need .
If I were you , I would put the whole matter on the table .
But he was trying to beat about the bush . And my talk with him was fruitless .
That's also my dream .
How about going to italy next summer vacation ?
Why not ?
Certainly , sir . How much luggage do you have ?
Well , two big suitcases and two small bags .
I'll send someone up right away .
Since yesterday .
In rugby , players pass the ball by throwing it to team mates , don ' t they ?
That ' s right . However , players can only pass the ball backwards . They cannot pass the ball forwards to their team mates . That ' s a foul .
I know how goals are scored in football , but how about in rugby ?
If a team carries the ball over the goal line , they score points . A team can also score points by kicking the ball between two tall posts at each end of the pitch .
There ' s a lot more physical contact in rugby , isn ' t there ?
Yes . Players usually need to bring a player down to stop him from moving forward with the ball . This is called " tackling " , as in football .
The ball is a different shape in rugby , isn ' t it ?
Yes . It ' s not perfectly round like a football . A rugby ball is oval in shape . There ' s a match on TV this afternoon . Why don ' t you watch it with me ? I ' ll try to explain the rules and tactics while we ' re watching .
Ok .
Yes , please .
I'm sorry to say this room charge is yours .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidences ?
No , we got no receipt , and we pay it on the spot !
I want a checking account .
Do you know what the minimum balance is ?
What is that ?
You need to keep it at $ 100 .
That ' s it ?
That ' s the least amount you can have .
What ' ll happen if I don ' t maintain that ?
We will fine you .
How much will I be fined ?
You will be fined $ 25 .
That ' s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From 11:30 to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
I see . Yes , the advertisement has proven very effective . Would you like to apply for a card with us ?
Yes , please . But I suppose I'll have to open an account with you first , right ?
That's right . But don't worry ; it's a very simple procedure .
Could I open an account with you today ?
Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that .
Yes , here you go . And sign here ?
Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card .
So quick and easy ! Thanks very much .
Can you give us an example ?
I'll look up the rate . To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof . It means to search for and find some information .
What about the expression Goodbye ? Is that an idiom ?
That is just a natural , grammatical English expression . It has a direct translation in other languages .
This is interesting , Ms . Parker .
Yes , but my notes are all nonsense . I can't figure out what is important .
Let me see them . Are these all the notes you have ?
Yes .
But Laurie , how can you do well in school if you don't take more notes ?
What do you mean ? You think I don't write enough .
I'm sure you don't write enough . Look at this . Here you wrote , Russian Revolution . 1917 . Bolsheviks . Real revolution , or coup ? And that's all ? I remember he lectured for a half hour about that question . And you didn't write any of it !
I know , but I listened .
Yes , but did you remember ? You need good notes to help you remember .
I suppose you're right . But what can I do ? I don't know what to write down .
There are different things you can do . For one , the university offers a special free course on note-taking . You should go to the course . Also , I am pretty good at taking notes . I can help you on this exam . I will photocopy all my notes , and you can compare them to your notes . Then maybe you will see what kinds of things to write down .
That would really help me , Sue . I appreciate it . All this makes me feel like an idiot .
Don't feel that way . I know you are very smart . Note - taking is a special skill . All students need to learn it . Some people are very smart , but they just haven't learned how to take notes yet . I'm lucky because I had a good English teacher in high school . She taught me how to take good notes . It's not hard .
Alright . University and high school seem very different to me . I suppose I just need to learn how to manage lecture classes . Then I will do better .
Yes , I like the style . Can I try this on ?
Sure . The fitting room is in the corner .
Can you leave a message for her to call her office ?
Yes , I'll see that she get the message when she checks in .
What kinds of sports do you like ?
I like playing basketball . Basketball is a very exciting game because it keeps you alert and I also enjoy the team spirit of basketball .
Who is your favorite author ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much . I've read almost all of them in Chinese translation .
Are you a music lover ?
Yes , I like listening to Beethoven's works .
What kinds of films do you enjoy ?
I like all kinds as long as they are exciting .
What do you do ?
I am currently working in a foreign company as a salesman .
I know all the tricks of the trade . It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted .
Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ?
I am a reporter at a TV station .
Do you like your job ?
Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year .
Which kind of news do you catch ?
I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades .
Are you feel tired ?
Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing .
You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter .
That's right . I am still wet behind the ears .
Yes , sir . I'll bring you a menu shortly after we take off .
That would be nice . Could you also get me a pillow and a blanket , please ?
Here you are .
How long will this flight last ?
It is a six-hour flight with an-hour layover in Los Angles .
Good . I'll have plenty of time to nap on the plane .
Never mind , come right in . I've almost finished . You always keep the room neat and tidy , I must say . It saves me a lot of work , but you should let me do it .
It doesn't take much time . I ' m used to tidying up my room myself .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Titanic .
Where do you want to sit ?
Front , please .
Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows .
Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ?
Sorry . We ' Ve nothing further back .
All right . We ' ll take the second row . By the way , how much is it ?
Thirty yuan .
Fairly expensive .
This is our rock-bottom price and we can't make any further reduction .
If so , we find it difficult for us to go on with our talks .
Then , what's your countr-offer ?
This is our counter-offer .
We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great .
So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market .
How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ?
Agreed .
What do you mean ? I bought this computer just three years ago !
Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
Really ? I think you ' ll love it .
As long as I don ' t have to row .
Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography .
I found it very disappointing .
She liked the acting , too , because that's what she wanted to see .
I wasn't happy with it .
Nothing is to your satisfaction .
Let's take a look at the menu so we can order . Do you want to choose an appetizer for us to share ?
What would you rather have , samosas or poppadoms ?
I heard that one of their specialities is the samosa .
Well , let's get a plate of those then .
Sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ?
I think I might have a dahl .
What's in a dahl ?
It's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice .
That sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ?
Ok . How about some lamb kebabs ?
That's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ?
I think I'll have a beer .
Ok , shall I flag down the waitress ?
I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round .
You're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me !
What would you do without me ?
She never puts words into her mouth , she only repeats the opinions of others .
Thats a clever way to escape responsibility .
You know . I took part in the Chinese contest . I was the best and they gave me this reward . I don ' t have to pay for my trip .
Congratulations . How lucky you are !
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
Are they filed alphabetically ?
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered .
Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ?
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space - - all this takes time , you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mrs . Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit .
You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C .
That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation .
Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future .
By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ?
Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into .
If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner .
Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time .
All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect .
We'll talk about it next time . Now that everything is settled , let's have a cup of tea , and take our minds off business for a change .
A house would be great . I could plant a garden . And you could use the garage for a workshop .
Here ' s an interesting ad , For rent . Two-bedroom , unfurnished house , fenced yard , one-car garage . Pets OK .
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
What university would you enter ?
University ? Why ? You asked me last year .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
May I do anything else for you ?
I would also like to check out these books .
Will that be all ?
That ' s it .
Do you have your library card ?
Oh , yeah . Here you go .
Will that be all for today ?
That ' ll be all .
These books are due back in two weeks .
Thanks . Have a good one .
I need to excise my arms too . How can I do that ?
One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ' t want to drop them on your feet !
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend their bodies at the waist , which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise .
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
May I buy a ticket here at the station ?
Sure .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
Oh , dear . Did you lose a lot of money ?
No . Only a few pounds . But my passport was in the bag . That ' what I ' m really worried about .
You must tell your embassy about it . And I think they ' ll issue you with a new one .
Looks can be deceiving .
What do you mean ?
It's very windy today .
But look , it's so sunny out .
Mary , you must be careful . In some parts of America , the day can be - 10 ° C and sunny .
Please , I promise this is the last time .
OK , I'll iron your shirt for you , but only if you make me a cup of coffee .
It's so beautiful here . I want to stay longer .
Well , I think we'd better go now . We have to follow the guide .
That's all right .
Yah , but it doesn't have a red one .
Do you need every color in the rainbow ?
Yes !
Ze ze ze ... Women !
You did ? How do you like the fashion show ?
It was very good . I followed it right to the end .
Mm-hm . How long were you there ?
I was there for almost a year .
Oh , OK .
And I travelled a little bit in Australia . I went up the east coast . Up to Frasier Island . Which is a world heritage site . And I saw dingo running along the beach and sharks in the water . We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the ... , which is a but north . And the further north you go in Australia , the hotter it gets . So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license , so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly .
So , did you , did you lose your finger ?
Almost .
Almost . Ah , you're lucky . Um , it's funny , you go in the water and you worry about sharks , but not clams .
Exactly .
Will you be going back to Australia soon ?
I'd like to go and live there for at least another year . Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city . They have lot of museums and parks .
Why ? You were a real movie buff when you were a student .
But now I would stay at home watching TV .
Now what can I do for you ?
Well , I'm looking for a job .
Fine , but first I need some information about you .
What kind of information do you want ?
Well , first of all , your name . What's your surname ?
Wilson .
And your other names ?
Steven Michael .
Have you got your e-mail address ?
Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo . com .
How old are you ?
Twenty-one .
Where were you Bron ?
In California .
Are you married or single ?
I'm single .
And what was your last job ?
I was an office boy .
Was it caused accidentally or naturally ? Sometimes it gets so hot that fires begin naturally in Australia and Africa .
Nobody knows at the moment , but it has been very hot there recently . The drought in Africa is causing starvation . Millions of people have migrated to try and find food .
What is the international community doing to help ?
The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region .
How many countries have been affected ?
Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries .
I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in Iran .
Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried under rubble .
Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ?
So far , less than 20 people have died , but over 100 are in hospital .
OK .
Try to be more careful in future . Look ! You ' Ve damaged the sign .
Is this the sign ? What does it say ?
It says ' No smoking here ' .
Our hope is to establish mutual beneficial trading relations between us .
We certainly do . I can give you some details about a loan called Personal Loan for Studying Abroad . We offer this to anyone who will study outside this country .
I see . What does it entail ? I'm not sure if we will be eligible .
This loan is specially provided for people who are studying overseas to pay for their tuition fee and other sundry items .
So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ?
That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see .
That is good to know . Just think ! We've been worrying about this for weeks and just a short visit here and my mind is at ease . Thank you .
Let me find that on my screen ... yes , the L / C is right here . I'm sorry ; the documents don't seem to be here yet .
Oh , dear . When do you think they will arrive ?
It should be around 5 working days , but different cases take different times . Sorry I can't be more precise .
Do you know about our school ?
Yes , a little . I know your school is one of the best known in this town . There are about 200 children in the school .
Perfect !
Thank you for such a lovely evening ! The food was amazing , and I had a great time .
Me too . You look so beautiful tonight ! I wish this night would never end . There ' s something I have to tell you ...
What is it ?
I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day , but I was wrong . A twist of fate brought us together . I crashed into your life and you into mine , and this may sound crazy , but I ' m falling in love with you , Veronica .
Really ? I have seen that our wedding , but just mary's .
Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown , and I record the moment that I was bride .
You are always be the most beautiful one in the world . What is the bridemaid's name ?
Judy , Why are you so interested in her ?
Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman
He's terribly handsome .
I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive .
Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you .
Administer is doing a good job . I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are .
If the goods are received in apparent good order and condition , the steamship company doesn ' t have liability for pilferage . How do we protect ourselves ?
The insurance policy protects us .
Is it true that products of high value such as watches , jewels and luxury clothing items are often subject to pilferage ?
It's absolutely true in the United States that losses from pilferage have been limited to high valued goods . We must study more about packing .
No , I mean it . Look , are you hungry ? Shall we go get something to eat ?
Sure . Why not ?
OK , well , let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner .
OK .
How about this weekend ?
Yes , I think so .
Nice to see you , Mrs . Anderson .
Nice to see you too , Mr . Brown . Won ' t you sit down ?
Thank you .
What would you like , tea or coffee ?
I ' d prefer coffee if you don ' t mind .
Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ?
No , it ' s the fourth time .
Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ?
Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before .
Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ?
Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products .
We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ?
Women ' s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ' ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ?
All right .
I'm sorry to hear that .
Yes , he's really pushed me too far .
I know what you mean .
How long does it take to get there ?
About twelve hours . We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train . If you ' d like , you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive .
Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time !
Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers .
Great ! I ' ll take it .
Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train !
I understand . Thank you very much !
Have a great trip .
You have to brew the grinds while they're fresh and drink it immediately for the best flavor .
OK ! Hurry , then ! Here's my cup . I can't wait for step four !
There is no step four ...
Yes , there is , drinking your coffee !
But you look depressed .
I have some problem with my work .
Is it serious ?
I can solve it , thanks .
How about your family ?
Everything is Okay . And as soon as I see my son at home , all my worries vanish into the blue .
Are you sure you cann't remember ?
I've absolutely certain .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
You try to put on a brave face .
What's wrong ?
One of my neighbors has a dog .
Does it make a lot of noise ?
It barks all night long .
How many pieces of baggage do you have ?
Three . Would you please help us take them to the hall ?
Surely , of course .
Mountain biking is an Olympic sport ?
Since 1996 it has been . And I bet I'd be pretty good at it . I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day .
When ?
This afternoon .
What have you been up to ?
I just opened up my own business not long ago .
Good for you ! What are you doing ?
I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that .
I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun !
Well , I don't know about the profit part yet . But I am really having fun !
It seems that the climate in this country is changing .
The summers are hotter . The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years . There have also been stronger winds .
I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment .
I think you ' re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem .
Me too . If we don ' t do something soon , It might be too late .
oh , Jake made a reservation at Friday's .
Jack ?
yes , the one with the R $ D team . Is that a problem ?
I will never go out with him anymore .
why did you say so ?
last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all !
oh , really ?
he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly .
are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ?
it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him .
what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ?
I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much .
maybe he should really something about eating etiquette .
oh , he really should .
I know ! Anyways I just talked to Alex ' s best man and he is organizing the bachelor party It ' s gonna be so much fun ! All the groomsmen are thinking up all the wacky and crazy things we are going to do that night .
You aren ' t going to a strip club , are you ? I don ' t want you getting a lap dance from some stripper with the excuse that it ' s your friends party .
Aw come on ! It ' s just some innocent fun ! You know how these things are ! We are gonna play drinking games , get him some gag gifts and just have a good time . Nothing too over the top .
Well , I don ' t know .
Come on ! If one of your friends was getting married I wouldn ' t mind you going to her bachelorette party !
Good , because my friend Wendy is getting married and I ' m organizing her party !
What !
I ' m glad you ' re enjoying it .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
Take a look at the ones on display , please .
I need size 41 .
I don't believe you .
Take my word for it .
Did they mutiny ?
Thankful , no . I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career . I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor . After a couple weeks , it was like nothing happened .
It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work . supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them .
Yeah , and they also take the blame , that's what happened to my old boss ...
Is there any limit ?
No , no limit . You can take as many as you want .
That ' s good . Thanks .
You ' re welcome .
Did you need help with something ?
If I could , I would like to view the apartment sometime today .
That won ' t be possible today .
Why is that ?
You can only view the apartment with an appointment .
I would like to make one right now if I can .
Are you available this Friday ?
Can we do it at 6 o ' clock ?
Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed .
All right . I ' ll see you on Friday .
Don't worry about it . It ' s on me .
In that case , I'm with you . Em . this is good .
I agreed , Hi , guess what ? I went bungee jumping last weekend .
Are you on the up and up ?
Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way .
If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere .
come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime .
Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping .
No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat .
What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you .
I can teach you how .
I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it .
No , not really , but I think I have lost my wallet . Where can it be ?
But that ' s the quickest way to make your plans work .
Oh this is hard ! Well , I ' ll see what I can do .
Thank you , sir .
Oh , no , I'm afraid I don't . Is that necessary ?
Yes , Sir . In order to get a credit card with us , you'll need to open a Current Account here . Could you please fill out this form with your relevant details ?
That's done . Do you need to see any credentials ?
Yes , a passport will be fine .
I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up .
That's fine , Sir . We'll see you again a little later .
don't be silly . You guys should spend as much time together as you can . Besides we can go to the beach anytime .
thanks for understanding .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
I want you to have a walk with me .
I'll finish soon .
Well , I like the styte , but I don't think the color fits me . Could you bring me a green one ?
Sure , wait a moment .
what kind of people do you like to work with ?
I like a person who works hard . I don ' t like lazy people .
what ' s your greatest strength ?
well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ' m a quick learner .
so , you ' re smart .
I think so . I think that I am good at what I do .
what do you consider your weakness ?
I ' m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public .
that ' s not a problem . It ' s unnecessary for this position .
About the same . But I'm looking for a job , so I have to answer the phone often .
Then I recommend this package to you . You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month .
That's good . How can I order it ?
Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do .
Thank you . I'll have a try .
You're welcome .
Certainly , Mr . Knight . When would you like to meet with him ?
Can you see what his schedule is like on Wednesday ?
Is that near here ?
Oh , yes . It ' s just a few minutes block . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ' ll see it .
Thank you very much .
Nice to meet you , Ms . Wang . You must be exhausted after your long trip from Canada .
Yes , it was quite a long flight . I'm glad to finally be here .
Yes , mainly prints . There are a few plain as well . Here they are .
I see . And the quantities .
200 rolls of each . Make it 200 rolls for each sample .
How many rolls altogether ?
Twenty prints and five plain . That makes 5,000 rolls in all .
Six weeks , did you say ?
Yes , five to six weeks .
We could manage the plain rolls in six weeks . The prints might be put off to eight weeks .
Eight weeks ? We can wait that long .
That's the best we can do just now , I'm afraid .
Can't you make it seven weeks for the prints ?
What about taking the prints in two shipments ? Two thousand rolls in seven weeks , and the remained a week later .
That might be acceptable . I shall have to cable our Beijing office to get their approval . You can definitely supply in the time you've given me , I suppose .
Yes , I'll see that you get those delivery . Shipping by ' S . S . American ' as usual , is that all right ?
That's right .
When can we expect your confirmation of the order ?
As soon as I hear from Beijing , that will be either Friday or Saturday .
All right .
How's your married life ?
We're happy together now . We both think that we're a well-matched couple .
That's very good . It's said that marriage is the Ab of love . But the words may not be right .
The situation differs in person .
Isn't there anything else available ?
No , the show is almost sold out .
Fine . Thank you .
What was your childhood like ?
I had a pretty strict upbringing , and my parents taught at an university so they have extremely high expectations for me .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
I tell you what , 8: 00 is no good for me , but why don't you guys get started and I'll come by at around 8: 45 or so .
That's fine with me . How much time are we going to have to work on this ?
The one in Florida is Disneyworld and the one in California is Disneyland , so you must have been to Disneyland .
That's right . Why do you ask ?
Well , I've never been to either so I was thinking of going to Disneyworld for my honeymoon .
When are getting married ?
Some time next year . We haven't set the date yet .
Congratulations ! I had no idea .
Thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ?
Do you like amusement parks ?
For the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though .
If you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time .
Even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ?
Even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun .
Thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight .
I'm sure he'll love the idea . Just throw yourself into it and you'll enjoy it !
Was it a delivery problem or a problem with the products ?
I read that someone called him a cheat and a liar ! And I noticed that he won't ship abroad .
Some people get nasty on those comments . Maybe you should write him and ask nicely .
OK . Wish me luck !
Really ? Why ?
Well , on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis . Then on Sunday I hiked in the country .
And I bet you studied , too .
Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ?
Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV .
That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ?
Sort of . I played golf on my computer !
He ' s won a dozen prizes for his pictures and roses .
But as for his business in the city ...
He lets his cousins look after his business .
He sounds more like an artist than a businessman .
What a cool see-through blue ! How do you wear this thing ?
That piece fits on to your ear . It hooks right on . And you just put the other one in your other ear .
How do I turn it on ?
I ' m not sure . Perhaps you could do the shopping .
I ' ll be glad to help .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
Will you come to join us at dinner this evening ? My family will be happy to see you . And father misses you very much .
Well , I would be glad to , but I have promised Tom to see his Christmas tree , and play the piano for his song tonight .
What do you mean ?
I worked with him for two years . That was the worst time in my career .
So , you didn ' t buy a good one for me . This time how about a better one ?
Ok , son . I think I ' Ve go to tell you the truth . My company has gone out and I ' m now out of job . If you want a new camera , go and earn money yourself .
He usually keeps me posted .
I've been completely out of touch with my old friends .
It's hard to keep up contact when people move around so much .
Yes , people just seem to drift apart .
You have stayed for 6 day . Here is your bill .
Here is the cash . Can you look after my baggage for a while ?
Surely of course . But you have to be back by 5 o'clock , otherwise we will charge you 10 $ .
OK , thank you .
Sorry , Miss . I'll place it immediately , can I get you another drink , or you wait ?
No , please don't do that . I'd just like to return it .
I'm sorry , Miss , but I'm afraid we can't do that . You'll order something else instead . I'd love to suggest the steak , it's the special today , and quite tasty .
Ok , then please bring me the steak mediun-rare , thank you .
Ok , Miss . I hope you enjoy the rest of your dinner .
Well , I cook a lot of big meals .
What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 " pan .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
At least one for your trip .
I'll have it if you insist .
When will school start ?
It'll start on lst September .
What kind of work were you responsible for in the past employment ?
I am a student engineer who mainly took charge of understanding of the mechanical strength and corrosion resistance of various materials .
Oh , OK , I said ( XXXXXXXXXX ) on time .
Sorry Tom , We're having problems hearing you here . It ' s a bit hissy . Can you hear us ?
( XXXXXXXXXX )
Hello ?
( XXXXXXXXXX ) but I don ' t think you can hear us . ( XXXXXXXXXX ) Hello ? ( XXXXXXXXXX )
Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ' Ve lost you . There ' s a problem with the line . Let ' s try again . We ' ll call you .
( XXXXXXXXXX ) OK ( XXXXXXXXXX ) .
Yes .
Welcome . My name is Johnson .
Nice to meet you .
Do you have any experience using weights ?
No , I don't . So I need some help .
Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch . You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines .
Yes , I know that . Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room . So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines .
Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you .
What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one .
No . Not that . I mean a training card . The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine . Here , let me show you .
I'm ready .
Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed . So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do . And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine .
I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress .
Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine . Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them . And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you .
Alright . Great .
So you write your name and member number at the top of the card . And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here .
Great . Why don't we start on the machines ?
Are you alright ? Can you do more ?
I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted .
That's okay . Don't worry . It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning .
What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines .
We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really . The most important thing is to know your limits . So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop . Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ?
Yes . I suppose it's best to stop .
I don ' t often go for walks , but I either play sports outside-you know , tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book .
What do you do in winter ?
Well , I play sports indoors quite often . If I ' m feeling lazy , I just watch a film at home . I prefer summer to winter .
I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ' s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter .
Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze !
Do you think we ' ll have a nice summer this year ?
Thanks to global warming , it could be hotter than ever !
Yes , why not ? Don ' t you like ETV ?
I don't know . I never went to one .
Never ? Really ? I'm surprised .
Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ' s not an American thing to do .
But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here .
OK , let's go .
Do you mean you prefer a deferred payment ?
Yes , Mr . Forester .
When do you start the payment then ?
We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments .
We can accept that but you have to pay the interest .
All right .
Shall we sign the agreement now ?
Ok , let's sign it .
I was sitting there giving out nametags and all of a sudden , there she was .
Who , Femi ? Yeah , Yi-jun saw her inside .
All these memories of prom night came back to me . I had to be alone . You remember that night ?
I remember someone spiked my punch . You sat with me in the girl's bathroom ...
Please let me point out the chef's special , which is blackened catfish .
I am dieting , so could the chef prepare the food with no extra sauce ?
We are always happy to adjust our cooking to meet your needs .
Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ?
The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice .
I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side .
Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ?
You can serve our salads with our dinner .
Do I have to send one by e-mail ?
Yes . You are expected to know the e-mail address of the company .
Medium .
These here are all mediums .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're a present for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
And milk or orange juice ?
Orange juice .
What would you like for lunch , pork , mutton or beef ?
I think mutton is best .
What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ?
I like champagne .
And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ?
Banana of course .
Do you always have meals outside or in your house ?
I always have meals outside , because I ' m not good at cooking .
Hey , Chillon , I'm just trying to help .
Sorry , Sally , it's not your fault .
So , what's the problem ?
I drew a blank on ~ about the test .
No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ?
Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test .
That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master .
I'm thinking of dropping out .
You can't do that , Jenny !
I'm dead serious about this , Sally .
Come on , let's talk about it .
You'll be sorry if the boss finds it out . He may probably give you the bag .
I'm sure of what I'm doing .
How long will it take me to get there ?
It ' s about an hour .
I see . Thank you .
Not at all .
Jack borrowed a large sum of money from me and didn ' t pay me back .
Don ' t make a mountain out of molehill . I am sure he will do that on his payday .
I like those kinds of programs too . They ' re very informative . I think that many people underrate the education value of Tv .
I agree . People often criticize Tv for showing too much sex and violence .
Yeah . And that ' s so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational !
Right . You can ' t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programs . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programs .
In my country , there ' s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ' s about six minutes per hour .
That ' s great idea . But don ' t the Tv station lose a lot of money because of that ?
No . they don ' t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on Tv in your country ?
Not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ' s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable Tv , where you pay a fixed amount each month .
Some people have satellite and cable Tv in my country , but people don ' t seem to keen to pay for their Tv programs . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programs .
Well , there ' s a wildlife documentary on Tv in a few minutes . Shall we ?
I'm sorry , but Mr . Tomas left here just a few minutes ago .
I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line was busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He is away for the rest of the day .
Is there any other way I can reach him ?
I'm afraid not , he has gone out of this town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him at ten o'clock tomorrow morning , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you like to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving here unexpectedly , and I may be away for several days .
I see . I'll tell Mr . Tomas you've called .
Thank you .
The bus I took .
What do you mean ?
I took the wrong bus .
Oh , did you ? That's very easy to do .
I like summer as long as it's bright like this .
Anyway , I dislike summer here . There ' s too much rainfall .
I see , yes , I can do that now . I'm sure you know , as I may have told you before , you should pay an extra 20 RIB handling fee for this service .
Yes , I recalled you charging that before . And I thought it was extortionate ! Haha !
I can just take it from your account , you don't need to give me cash .
OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier .
Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ?
Nope . That's everything , thanks .
Why ?
Well , my car won't start . I don't know what's the matter with it .
Could it be the battery ?
No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago . It must be other problems .
Well , I suppose it could be the gas .
No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday .
Perhaps it's the starter then ?
Yes , that's possible .
What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position ?
My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry . Most of my experience has been behind the scenes , doing the calculations . I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged .
Why did you leave your last position ?
I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime .
How would your boss describe you and your work style ?
She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted .
What are your salary expectations ?
I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity .
Do you have any questions ?
Yes , I do . What do you see as the future trends for the industry ?
Concerning our financial position , credit standing and trade reputation , you may refer to Bank of Hong Kong , or to our local Chamber of Commerce or inquiry agencies .
Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mu - dual benefit . Establishing business relations between us will be to our mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about closer ties between us .
That sounds interesting . I ' ll send a fax home . As soon as I receive a definite answer , I ' ll make a specific inquiry .
We ' ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us .
So do I .
Hold on , before you kick your car let ' s go through some possible problems .
Fine .
OK , first of all , can you turn the key in the ignition ?
Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor .
Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ?
Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ' t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ?
No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start .
So what do you think it is ?
I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ?
Umm . yeah ! Right ! I got the car started ! Thanks for your help ! I told you to fill the tank !
You got it ! I have a new job , I ' m living in a new city , with new friends ! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life .
So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ?
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
Can I do anything else for you ?
I want to check this magazine out .
We don ' t allow people to check out magazines .
Why not ?
It ' s just a policy of ours .
So what am I allowed to check out ?
You may check out books or videos .
I need to check out this magazine .
You will have to just read it in the library .
That doesn ' t make any sense .
That sounds like fun . Would you mind some company ?
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
I would like some light smell .
How about this one ? It's not that concentrated .
Can I smell it ?
Sure .
You look so upset . What's going on ?
I lost the table tennis game yesterday .
Oh , what a pity !
I just don ' t want to play table tennis any more .
Is it that bad ? It ' s nothing more than a game .
My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis .
Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ' t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed .
Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure .
I understand .
I'm interested in the apartment on Main Street .
It's still available . Do you want to see it ?
Yes , I would very much like to see it .
Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ?
I have no problem with 6 p . m .
Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ?
No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like .
I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested .
Should I bring anything with me ?
No . I only need to check your driver's license .
Quite satisfied . I'm looking forward to our future cooperation .
OK . There is no subway in my city .
Really ?
Yes . Does it operate night and day ?
Yes , and seven days a week .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Follow me , please .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to .
OK , I see .
Is it far from here ?
No , it ' s only ten-minute's walk .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
That I can't go on any longer without you .
You know you shouldn't say that at a time like this .
Nancy , I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight .
Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it .
Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments .
Stop it . No more of that talk .
I really love you .
No , I shall faint .
And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes .
Yes .
Fill in the slip , stating the exact amount you wish to withdraw , please .
OK . Here's my bank book , is that all right ?
OK , do you want large notes or small ones ?
In 50 Yuan or 100 Yuan would be fine .
Here's the cash for you .
Thanks .
Well , I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping . Do you want to go shopping with me this weekend ?
I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I can . Work has been really busy lately . Why don't we go on Friday instead ?
Friday's not good . I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work .
OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ?
Yeah , that's fine .
What's your number ?
233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail . com
OK , I'll talk to you soon .
OK .
Make sure you have your ID card . You will need it while you travel .
Yes , I know . The problem is that I can't find it . Where did you put it ?
All your important documents and certificates should be in the desk drawer .
Oh , yes , here it is .
Sara ?
What's up ?
Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost
No . Dad . We have a tour guide .
Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ?
No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you !
Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella .
Dad , that's all right . I don't think it will rain . And it doesn't make any sense to take that many things on a trip . Besides I like to travel light . Bye !
I think you are flicking through it .
Well , wait a minute .
Yes , a continental one contains eggs , bacon , toast and juice . American one is the same as a continental one except the egg .
I think I would like the former one .
She's speaking French , not Greek .
I know that . I mean I couldn't understand her at all .
Me neither . All I have to do is study French hard .
I wish you the best of luck .
OK , here you are . Anything else ?
Yes , I need to send the payment to immigration for my aunt's citizenship application . They won't accept checks . How do I send the money ?
You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration .
Then I need a money order for 250 dollars .
Please fill out the form for the money order . You also need to pay a one dollar fee .
Thank youse much for all your help .
You're welcome . Have a nice day .
You , too .
Could you run over to the store ? We need a few things .
All right . What do you want me to get ?
Well , could you pick up some sugar ?
Okay . How much ?
A small bag . I guess we also need a few oranges .
How many ?
Oh , let's see . . . About six .
Anything else ?
Yes . We're out of milk .
Okay . How much do you want me to get ? A gallon ?
No . I think a half gallon will be enough .
Is that all ?
I think so . Have you got all that ?
Yes . That's small bag of sugar , four oranges , and a half gallon of milk .
Do you have enough money ?
I think so .
Thanks very much . I appreciate it .
Oh , no . I ' m leaving for Japan at eleven this morning .
Is that right ? We are very sorry
I thought it the same day service . Anyway , please do a hurry .
I ' m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ' clock .
Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ?
Yes , we ' ll do so .
I'm from CTC Trade Company . Here is my card .
Welcome to our corporation . I'm in charge of the export business .
I'm glad to meet you here . You're Ms . ...
I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ?
Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation .
We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ?
Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ?
Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer .
Thank you very much .
That ' s ok . If you could just bring it in tomorrow , I would appreciate it .
Definitely , I ' m really sorry .
Not yet , but I saw the movie . Could I borrow it when you finish reading ?
Sure . But you need to be patient .
Last name , Rodgers ?
Yes .
Very well . Welcome , Mr . Rodgers . Would you please fill out the registration card ? How are you doing today ?
0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here .
Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ?
My credit card , please .
I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you .
Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call .
Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ?
7 a . m .
Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know .
OK , I'll do that .
Have a pleasant stay .
Fine . Beginning when ?
Two weeks from Thursday , for three nights .
That's the twenty-fourth of June ?
Right .
Your name , please ?
Robert Hamlin .
Single or double ?
Double .
You're all set . That's a double room for the twenty-fourth , twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth of June , in the name of Hamlin .
What kind shall we get ?
We could go to more places this time , if you liked .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
Yes , I did . I lost it . It disappeared .
Myrdal , purse don ' t just disappear . Think carefully . When did you have it last ?
I had it when I left the house . I had it when we start to get the hotdog .
OK . Let ' go back to the hotdog stand .
I'm afraid I can't wait that long . Can your office at least provide me with a ballpark figure ?
Well , I would need an idea of how large your order would be . About how many units would you need ?
Just give me an estimated figure for an order of 100 units .
Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ?
Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit .
Would an order of only 100 units , it'll be difficult to work within that kind of budget . Maybe if you were ordering 500 units or more units , we might be able to work something out .
That ' s exactly what I am going to do ! I ' Ve decided to create my own company ! I ' m going to write up a business plan , get some investors and start working for myself !
Have you ever written up a business plan before ?
Well , no . it can ' t be that hard ! I mean , all you have to do is explain your business , how you are going to do things and that ' s it , right ?
You couldn ' t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc .
Well , that seems easy enough .
Wait , there ' s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ' ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea .
Geez . Is that all ?
Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment !
Umm . I think I ' ll just stick to my old job and save myself all the hassle of trying to start up a business !
Have you had any type of bug lately ?
No , I ' Ve been feeling fairly good most of the time . It just is hard to breathe .
Has anyone ever told you that you have allergies ?
No one has ever checked me for allergies .
Does this happen more when you are under stress ?
When the weather gets really cold , it gets worse .
I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma .
Thank you for pursuing this . I appreciate your help .
Which company are you from ? I'll check your details .
I'm the accountant with Go Thong Computers .
Ah , yes . Mr Can , isn't it ? Yes , the money has been transferred successfully . But you'll need to change it into RIB before you can have it .
No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ?
You have an account with us , right ? If so , there shouldn't be any problem .
Certainly . What kind of room would you like ?
A single room please . I hope you ' re not fully booked .
A single room ? That ' s fine . In whose name shall I make the booking ?
Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast .
We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast .
Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday .
Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 .
That ' s fine . My credit card number is ...
Next week .
OK . There is one on Wednesday .
Good ! How much does the sea view stateroom cost for per person ?
Eight hundred yuan .
I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ?
No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities .
Thanks a lot . Give me one ticket , please .
Alright . We are out of everything .
I wish the store close to us was open 24 - house a day .
I know , our schedules are so weird . Sometimes , the little corner store is the only thing within walking distance that ' s open when we get home .
Yeah , and the prices there are very high .
I know . Three dollars for milk .
Mom , you are the best !
Hey , look there . It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard . The place is not far from our home .
Mom , come on . What are you thinking about ?
Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home .
Don't tell me you want me to do that ?
Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there .
But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough .
Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself .
How depressed !
I have yet to take my driving test .
Okay , first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork .
When can I take my test ?
You'll have to make an appointment for that .
I would like to make one right now .
How does Friday sound ?
That would be great .
What time would you like to take the test ?
If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good .
Eleven o'clock on Friday morning . See you then .
Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
What I mean is that we'll never be able to come down to your price . The gap is too great .
I think it unwise for either of us to insist on his own price . How about meeting each other half way so that business can be concluded ?
What is your proposal ?
Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we can accept . When I suggested we meet each other half way , I meant it literally .
Do you mean to suggest that we have to make a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible .
What would you suggest ?
The best we can do will be a reduction of another 30 dollars . That'll definitely be rock bottom .
That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars to be covered . Let's meet each other half way once more , then the gap will be closed and our business completed .
You certainly have a way of talking me into it . All right , let's meet half way again .
I'm glad we've come to an agreement on price . We'll go on to the other terms and conditions at our next meeting .
Yes , there's one other point I wish to clear up .
What is it ?
My friends in business circles all seem to be of the opinion that the U . S . import and export corporations have become more flexible in doing business recently .
Yes , they're right . In fact , we have either restored or adopted international practices in our foreign trade .
I'm glad to hear that . With a view to expanding and further enhancing the bilateral relations between our two parties , and in particular , exchanging timely views on specific problems in the execution and enforcement of contracts , is it possible for us to have a representative that could stay permanently in Washing - ton D . C . ?
Basically speaking , yes , we welcome the establishment of repry - tentative offices by foreign companies in Washington D . C . Of course , there are more details to be attended to . We cannot settle it in a few words .
Yes , of course . I'll call my home office tonight and let them know about it . When do we meet again ?
How about tomorrow morning at 9 ?
Good . I'll come back tomorrow , and we can then discuss it more specifically .
Well , do you have any for tomorrow ?
We have tickets for the matinee . It starts at 3p . m .
Ok . I ' ll take it .
Where would you like to sit ?
Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes .
Certainly .
What a pity . Do you have reproductions of this paint ?
Of course . You can get it at the entrance .
Thank you .
Well , I would like to book a single room .
How long would you stay ?
5 days . From Feb . 13 to 18 .
Please send up a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare .
Regrettably , we're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ?
Sure , I love porterhouse , too .
Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries .
Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account .
Go right ahead .
Our staff will bring you your order in as short a time as possible .
it depends on the price , but I was thinking of getting a wool / cashmere blend .
that will probably be quite expensive , but the more you pay for the fabric , the longer it'll last and the better it'll look . What color do you want the suit to be ?
I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit .
brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ?
haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black .
why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything -- a funeral , a wedding , a job interview -- anything !
that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest .
here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ?
I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler .
how about this one ?
I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made .
ok , let's go .
I suppose that the assembling of these components and parts , particularly the marketing of the finished products should take place in China .
Not necessarily . It depends on the contract stipulations . They may be marketed in the foreign country where the other party is located , or even in a third country .
I think the principle of co-production is to expand export trade . It's a reciprocal business , isn't it ?
Yes , you are right . Either party is not well-equipped to produce the final products single-handedly , but they can enter into an agreement . In such case , each side contributes different resources to make the manufacture of a certain product or a category of products possible .
You want a bet ?
Why not ?
Here you are . Where is the museum guide ?
Well , here you are .
Is it free ?
Of course .
Tuesday morning is good for me . How about 10:30 in my office ?
Okay . Sounds good . See you then .
Oh , my God ! I'm going to be late ! I have no time to have breakfast now . ( Hurry on his clothes . )
You won't go to work today , Steven , It's Sunday . Come and have breakfast now .
Oh , I have a poor memory now . I haven't had enough sleep lately . I had a bad dream just now .
You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again .
Yes . I really need to have a good rest .
Good to meet you , Mr Chettri .
Pleased to meet you too , Ms Jenson .
It's beginning to spot .
Just now we both thought it would be fine .
Does he often beat his son ?
Yes , very .
What did you think of it ?
I don't think much of the film .
I think it is the worst one I have ever seen .
Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad .
I can't think the same .
What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children .
I couldn't agree with you .
Nice to meet you , too . Where are you from ?
I'm from New Orleans . What about you ?
I was born here .
Really ? This is a beautiful town .
It's nice talking to you . But I have to go .
OK . Can I have your phone number ?
OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then .
I will . Bye .
I need to be in the city centre this afternoon so I will be coming straight from there .
Ok . Take the Underground ( the Circle line ) to High Street Kensington . Make sure you take the High Street Kensington exit .
Got that .
Ok - when you leave the Underground , cross the road and you should see Horntown Street . Was up that street to the crossroads . As you was you should see a fast food place on your right .
Hold on , I am looking at the map now . Ok , I can see Horntown Road . Do I go straight at the intersection ?
No , you need to turn left into Philimore Was and take the next right .
Ok , I can see that road .
That's fine . You will not miss it because it's just next to the Kensington centra Library .
Good , I can see the library on the map .
Ok , we live in the third building on your left . Will we see you around 7 pm ?
That's great , see you at seven .
I'm not feeling too well .
Mr . : Would you like to go to the nurse's ?
Yes , I would .
Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ?
I can manage on my own . Thanks .
Mr . : I'll drop by later to check on you .
Would you like anything to drink with that ?
Yes , a medium Coke .
Will that be all ?
Yes .
For here or to go ?
To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . )
That'll be $ 4 . 25 ... ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill . ) ... out of five . Here is your change , sir . Have a nice day .
Is there one in particular that you like ?
I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
Which street do you live on ?
I live at No . 50 Xingu Street .
That's good service . Do we have to pay extra for that ?
No . There's no call-out fee . It's included in the annual service contract .
Now we should design our booth . Do you know the number for our booth , B ?
Let me see the notice . It is here . Our booth number is E108 . Good number .
Lucky number . Find its location now .
We can also consult some from these volunteers .
Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from .
Should we put our samples on this table ?
Yes , they should be put in the most attractive place , and this can appeal to passers-by's attention .
Never mind , I can teach you .
Is it difficult to learn ?
No , it is easy .
How should I do ?
You just follow me .
All right . By the way , do you often dance ?
Yup , because dance can relax myself .
It seems a good way .
How are you ?
Fine , and you ?
Would you describe yourself as being a heavy smoker ?
No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
Yes , what time would you like a wake-up call ?
At 7 am sharp .
I am a daytime student .
Will you be driving a motorcycle or a car ?
I will be driving my car .
OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ?
I'll pay for it with a check .
Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ?
No , thanks ; I'm fine .
Here you go then . Have a great school year !
Sure . Do you have a minute ? Why don't you have a seat and let me show you how to operate this item ?
OK . Go ahead .
You see , if you press this red button , the helmet becomes an umbrella .
How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ?
It only costs you 20 dollars for one .
OK , I will take one .
What's the problem ?
The water will not drain .
Is there anything else wrong with it ?
No , that's it .
I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like .
When will you be able to fix it ?
How does this afternoon at 2:30 sound to you ?
That would be perfect .
Alright , so I'll see you then ?
See you then .
Thank you for your interest . The position is still available . Have you already sent your CV to us ?
No , not yet . First , I want to check about the availability and see if you could give more information .
It is quite urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly .
The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ' m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ' m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week .
Three would be a good time .
Great , do you need directions to my office ?
I'm not sure .
Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right .
OK , I'll find it .
It's very easy to find .
See you then .
I will enjoy seeing you ; have a good week !
So how about an aperitif ?
It sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare .
Stirred or shaken ?
Stirred will be fine .
Here you are .
Thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
Sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
Can you recommend one ?
Try a Stinger . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
It sounds interesting . I'll take one .
Here we go .
It tastes great .
Enjoy yourself .
Yeah .
Nothing really .
Then just keep your chin up .
In the middle of the summer , it shouldn't be raining .
That wouldn't seem right .
Considering that it's over ninety degrees outside , that would be weird .
Exactly , it wouldn't be nice if it started raining . It's too hot .
I know , you're absolutely right .
I wish it would cool off one day .
That's how I feel , I want winter to come soon .
I enjoy the winter , but it gets really cold sometimes .
I know what you mean , but I'd rather be cold than hot .
That's exactly how I feel .
The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton .
Oh , do you use your computer often ?
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
What ' s your problem ?
I owe fees , but a bank statement never came in the mail about it .
I apologize for the inconvenience .
I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up .
I understand your problem .
Will you be able to solve my problem ?
I ' m going to cancel the fees you owe .
So , I don ' t have to pay any of it ?
The initial fee still must be paid .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you very much .
Oh , my god ! He ' s so perfect .
Ok . What are we having ?
We'll have fruit salad to start and then the roast beef .
I'll have my beef well-done , please . By the way , don't we have soup tonight ?
I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ?
Let me see . Well , I'd like onion soup . Thank you .
I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road . It is very close to your house .
Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ?
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
I don't know . I failed my exam .
What did you get ?
A B plus .
That's not bad .
But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true !
Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ?
No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know .
I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ?
What ?
You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder .
How ?
Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs .
Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning .
Then go to bed and have a good sleep .
I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend .
Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams !
Thanks , bye .
All right , do you want to sign a nine-month or a one-year lease ?
I think I'll sign a nine-month lease in case I decide not to go to summer school . I can extend it if I want to stay , can't I ?
Sure . Just let us know before your lease expires .
By the way , can I renew the borrowing ?
For which one ?
Sense and Sensibility , English version .
Yes , of course .
Can I just do it here ?
Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter .
OK , thanks .
Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it .
I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ?
3 Yuan , please .
Here you are . Thanks .
You are welcome . See you next time .
Yes , sure . We do have a storage service . When will you be checking out tomorrow ?
About nine-thirty in the morning .
Then shall we arrange the bellboy to pick up your luggage at 9:00 ?
Sure .
May I have your room number , please ?
1218 .
1218 . We'll collect you luggage at 9:00 tomorrow . Would you then come to the Front Desk to get your storage receipt , please ?
Thank you very much , bye !
You're welcome . Goodbye .
Still , you must have had some subjects you enjoyed more than others .
Yes , I did like Spanish and Music . But I don't remember much Spanish .
That's too bad . We could really use someone who is bilingual .
If you hire me , I'll start studying Spanish again .
Same here . Have you seen any new films recently ?
No , I haven't had a chance to . But I have been watching a Chinese TV scries called " Chinese-Style Divorce " .
Oh . really ? I saw it two years ago . It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking .
Yeah . I found it is so close to our life .
It reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world .
You said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent year .
Well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend to end quickly too .
I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married .
Oh , that's too short-lived .
That's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s ' generation .
II can't agree more . The only-child-generation in China tends to know little about marriage .
Definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously .
In their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone .
I think , as the saying goes haste makes waste , it is the same with marriage .
What's your monthly salary ?
At present I get 1,800 yuan per month .
How much do you hope to get a month here ?
That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience .
If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ?
Thank you , Mr . Brown . I really appreciate your assistance .
Are bananas on sale today ?
Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person .
Me ? I ' m even less experienced than you are .
At least you know what American women generally like in a man .
Believe it or not , I guess American women like a man in good shape , which Chinese women may not care about so much . That ' s my honest opinion . I know you have been trying very hard .
American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ' t many chances .
No , that ' s not true . I ' Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ' s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants .
You know , that ' s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise .
Why don ' t you try then ? Even if it doesn ' t help you find an American girl , you could still have a stronger and healthier body . You won ' t lose anything by doing that .
Really , that's good .
But the lessons this semester are a little bit hard .
They aren't hard . I am sure you can do it .
Besides your major , do you know some in other fields ?
Yes . To develop my knowledge , I studied Economics , Business Administration and Accounting through self-study . Nowadays , I have passed three courses on CPA .
Have you ever been a student leader ?
Yes , I used to be the monitor of my class .
Did it affect you much ?
It ' s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike .
So what ? I just lost one hour's worth of work .
Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ?
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ?
I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself .
Maybe we can trade . Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ?
No , it just won't work . If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will .
So ? You can go to the class for me . Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ?
How many students are in the class ?
About fourteen .
So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry .
Damn !
What happened ?
I really wish I hadn ' t done it .
What on earth are you talking about ?
I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed .
What were you thinking ?
You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well .
But what you should do is study hard .
I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ' t study , and I cheated , and I got caught .
So long as you learn from your mistakes .
Of course . Your balance is 92,320 RIB in your Securities Account . How much would you like to withdraw ?
I'd like 20,000 RIB , please . If that's possible .
No problem . Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account .
how are you finding your new boss ?
she's not bad . She's a bit bossy , but I'm sure I'll get used to her .
would you rather have her or your old boss back ?
she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down .
how about your new co-workers ?
they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work .
do you miss your old co-workers ?
of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me .
do people in different departments get along with each other ?
sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other .
do you like working in teams with people from different departments ?
yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives .
do you like working in teams ?
I prefer it to working independently . I think most people do .
Hey , what's new ?
Not much . My girlfriend just dumped me .
Sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Well , she told me things just weren ' t working out and we weren ' t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue .
Hey , that ' s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday .
What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser .
Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her .
But she lied to me .
Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ?
Ok , then .
But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face .
What face ?
The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better .
Yeah , I know . You are right .
what's wrong ? Can't sleep ?
nope , actually I was waiting for you . I have something big to tell you .
really ? What is it ?
I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ?
I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ?
I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c
just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon !
me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there !
thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams !
talk to you later .
I see . Where do I have to change then ?
You can transfer Fuchengmen .
How far is it ?
Well , it's only three stops from here .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
What ' s the problem ?
It keeps running all the time , never stopping . And it makes a strange sound . All the ice cream inside it melted .
Maybe the compressor is going bad .
Can you send the technician to check it out ?
Sure . But there is a minimum charge of $ 60 for a service visit . If your freezer needs parts , there will be an additional charge .
Okay . I ' ll pay the charges .
All right . let me check our technician ' s schedules . I ' ll call you back and let you know what time we can send a service technician to your house . What is your phone number ?
My number is 627-555-1234 .
Okay . I ' ll call you right back .
Thank you . Good bye .
Bye .
But , how can you be so calm . You loved her so much .
At least I ' m the one who rates with her . I ' m glad we can still be friends .
Would you care for some soup ?
Yes . But I prefer a bit salty soup .
Do you like egg soup or mutton soup ?
Egg soup is OK .
Is there anything else ?
I'd like a bottle of juice .
I'll get them back right away .
Oh yeah ? I could use some . What ' s up ?
Mr . Morris was so pleased with your sales work on his account that he went straight to the top with it . He wrote a letter about it to Mr . Macmillan !
Is it from 9:00 to 12:00 in the morning and 1:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon ?
Yes , you are right .
Really ?
You bet . You should try it yourself .
That's what the weatherman said last night .
You mean noise ? How could it be ?
You know , on weekends when we wanted to have late rise in the morning , our neighbour started to raise Cain .
Yes , your company is a big one in the field and has great potential .
What else do you want to know ?
I want to know about the salary information in your company .
Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ?
I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker .
We will give you more than what you hope .
Really ? That's good news for me .
You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month .
It sounds great !
You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year .
By the way , how many days do we work every week ?
Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while
OK , I see
Yes .
Hands , when one is not actually eating , may be in the lap . Tipping one's chair is unforgivable .
For four , And may I have your name ?
Yes . Mike Lee . And put me as close as possible to the stage , please .
I wonder if you could have ensured here .
Of course . How much would you want to ensure this books for ?
Let me see . I think I can have the ensured five hundred dollars .
five hundred dollars , so you ' ll pay ten dollars for the insurance . That ' s two percent of the total value of the article .
Here ' s the check for hen dollars
What a pity ! The party is very interesting .
I have no choice . My mother is always very strict with me .
Don ' t complain about it . She is concerned about your safety .
You're right . Mother's love is the greatest love in the world .
Volunteer in a zoo ? What specific things will you do ?
I will help to prepare food , feed animals and clean up . I ' m very excited about it now .
It must be a unique experience . I ' m looking forward to share your story when you come back .
Ok , I will bring you photos as many as possible .
Were you able to see a lot ?
I was there as it happened .
What happened ?
The robber came in with a gun .
Could you see his face ?
He had a mask over his face .
Was he with someone else ?
He was alone .
Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ?
I would be happy to .
That ' s a little steep for our company . Do you offer any discounts ?
Well , we ' d like to work with you . If you ordered a larger quantity we could drop the price a little . Can you increase your order to 15,000 ?
Hmmm . It wouldn ' t be easy , but if the discount makes it worthwhile , we can consider it . How much of a discount would that give us ?
For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1 . 5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 .
So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard . Couldn ' t you discount it further ? We ' Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might
We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount -- say 5 % ?
I think we can handle that . Let me confirm with my boss and touch base with you again tomorrow .
How come ?
It is a long story . Basically , she thought I had laughed at her while I didn't .
I know everyone suffers when he is misunderstood . But why not take it easy ?
Yeah . It's so nice of you to comfort me .
It ' s a sad thing . I ' m ever so sorry ...
Are you done ?
there ' s problem with my bank statement . There ' s a mistake on it . I also need to withdraw some money form the ATM .
I have to exchange some money .
that ' s right . You ' re going away next week .
I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account . There was a problem last week .
I have to pay my credit bill too . If I don ' t pay it soon , the credit card company will charge me interest .
their interest rates are usually quite high . It ' s a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest .
I'd like to order a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare .
I'm sorry . We're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ?
I'd prefer the filet , but the porterhouse will do .
And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight .
Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ?
That's fine .
It will be up shortly . Enjoy your food , sir .
L / C stands for ' letter of credit ' . This is necessary for trade between two countries . A Letter of Credit is quite literally that -- a letter addressed by the buyer's bank to the seller's bank stating that they could vouch for their good customer , the buyer , and that they would pay the seller in case of the buyer's default . Nowadays , it's sometimes used for domestic trade too .
So the other party could be across the world or just on the other side of the street !
See Julie , the receptionist . She knows where all that stuff is kept . You might like a calendar for you desk . She can give you one of those too .
Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward suggestions and ideas . Be sure to speak up if you have any .
I think so , too .
I was just thinking about you the other day .
You were ?
I'd like two sandwiches and one green fruit salad , please .
Will that be all , sir ?
No . Could you also get some extra towels and soup too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes .
You know , it is the best seller for this year . It has had its fifth impression since its publication early this year .
How come ? I have never seen such a popular book before .
Wait a minute . I found there were two printings . The paperback books must be much cheaper .
You are right . Let's buy the cheaper one .
what are your symptoms ?
I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired .
it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
have you been drinking plenty of water ?
no , just soda .
ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
is anyone else sick in your home ?
no , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us
thanks .
In such a big family , there must be a head . Who's the head of your family ?
My grandpa . He has the final word about almost everything . My grandpa is " President , " and Grandma is " Vice-President . " My parents , uncles and aunts try to arrive at a consensus on important questions .
Is a family like yours common in South Korea ?
No . Not anymore . Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho
My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting
Of course there'll be a room for you !
To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids .
Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys .
But four boys !
It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes .
You are right , I guess . The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want .
It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ?
That's a great idea !
We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like !
That sounds like an excellent offer . I might take you up on that . Thank you for the wonderful invitation .
I think an answer got marked wrong that should have been marked right .
These things can happen ; let's double-check the answers first to be sure , all right ?
That would be great !
Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ?
This one right here should be right .
Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ?
Yeah , let's do the math .
I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ?
Looks pretty good .
Thank you for caring enough to check on your scores ; keep studying !
What if there's something wrong with it ?
You don't have to worry about it . We have a one year warranty .
Are you sure ?
Sure . We have a good after-sale service . Your satisfaction is guaranteed .
I need to get a flight to Chicago on the 7th in the morning . Can you give me a hand ?
Certainly , sir . There ' s a flight at 8: 35 a . m . and one at 10 .
Would you mail this letter for me when you go to the post office ?
No problem .
Well , it doesn't matter . I almost forgot it too if it is not for Peter who asked me about it this coming .
That's interesting . What does it do ?
You give them your information by answering a questionnaire and they will create a perfect trip for you according to your budget .
Good . Where can I get the questionnaire ?
You can easily download it from their website .
How long have you been married ?
I have been married for three years .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are three people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My wife , my daughter and I .
OK . See you later .
But it's really too important to me .
I said you can trust him . You just have to believe it .
Of course . Take your time and enjoy your trip .
Thank you . When and where shall we meet ?
We will meet at 5:00 right here .
I see .
OK , no problem . I hope there are no questions about the terms .
I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract .
Shall we sign this contract now ?
OK . Where do you want me to sign ?
Just sign at the bottom .
OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect .
You're right . Thank you for your cooperation .
It's my pleasure .
Really ? Have you checked everything carefully ?
Very carefully , that's when I found the problem .
Ah , I see . The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting , right ?
Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ?
Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone .
That's a great idea ; thanks for your help .
Have you got any wine or spirits ?
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Of course . Otherwise I cannot go abroad .
Is that hard to get a passport ?
Not at all . But we do need to keep it with us all the time .
It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us .
Great . Let's go . Where is it ?
Patience , boy . A watched pot never boils . We shall get out fishing stuff first and make some baits , too .
We have many cookies left here . Can we use them as baits ?
I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms .
So let's go and catch earth worms !
OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go .
Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing .
That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today .
I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ?
I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one .
Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill .
Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ?
Well , all right . There is nothing to complain about .
Is she like you ?
I suppose so . We ' re both friendly and easy-going .
Is she as clever as you ?
No , she ' s not as clever as me .
Big head !
That sounds great . Have you been to the top of the Pearl Tower ?
No I haven ' t . I haven ' t visited the Bund either . I ' Ve always had too much work to do .
So you haven ' t done much then , in Shanghai ?
Actually , I ' Ve eaten soup dumplings in a lovely restaurant on Nanjing Lu . They were delicious !
Now you are with Quandong Company . What is your chief responsibility there ?
I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
What's the charge ?
$ 200 . The delivery time is 2 weeks .
OK . thank you .
Well , I seem to be a little bit lost here . I am worried that I ' ll never find my way . What's worse . I forgot my glasses and as blind as a bat now .
Well , keep you chin up ! I ' ll try to help you . Where are you going ?
I am trying to get to the Royal Hotel . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side .
Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ?
Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it .
Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ?
Yeah , it ' s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ' d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it .
Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ?
Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker .
All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ?
Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi .
Cool , thanks .
You are welcome .
OK . I'll try on a medium size .
Here you are
Where is the fitting room ?
It's just around the comer .
It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ?
Yes . One moment , please .
What about going to a movie ?
OK , let's go to the cinema to see what's on .
Of course I know . I just can't see it very well .
OK , then put on your glasses , and do you know what does the panda eat ?
Of course , Bamboo !
That's right .
I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship .
You sound quite knowledgeable .
Not really , panda is my favorite animal .
Actually , it likes milk too .
Any way , in a word , panda is our friend .
Do you know other famous animals in the world ?
Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous .
That's right . OK , let's move on .
Thanks . Smell the hickory chips ? They give the meat a nice , smoky flavor .
I'll take over for a while to give you a break .
Sorry . This is a one-man job . I've got the grill just how I like it , and I've made up my own special sauce .
Then I'll tell folks the food's ready . Come and get it ! I've always wanted to say that !
Well , what kind of books does she like ?
She's very fond of detective stories ?
I see . Has she read any detective stories ?
Oh , yes !
Do you know if she's read this one ?
I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful !
Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ?
She's eighty-seven .
I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting .
Thank you . That's a good idea . she likes exciting books . Can you suggest another one ?
Yes . That's what we want .
Would you describe yourself as being a heavy smoker ?
No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
Have you been driving buses a long time ?
I haven't been driving for long -- only for a few months .
Do you like to drive the bus ?
Not in the least bit .
I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver .
I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money .
It was really fun chatting with you .
It was really nice talking to you too .
Have a good one .
I'll have a good day once this day is over .
What is your idea ?
Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear .
No problem . We can offer you a flat with two bedrooms and a living room .
That ' s great . If you don ' t mind my asking , does your company give bonuses ?
You ' ll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements . Besides , we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales .
Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ?
You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ?
No problem .
If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me .
OK .
You never know unless you try .
I know . She won't change my grade .
Can I pay by card ?
Cash or card is fine .
Ok , I ' ll pay by card then .
How about the new bar across road ?
Sounds good . The food there is fantastic , too .
I agree , I had lunch there last week .
excellent ! That sounds like a plan .
Please ! You can do it . Their clothes are all laid out on the bed .
Remember what happened last time ?
Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg ?
Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us .
Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses !
Oh , in that case , sure ! Uh ... what are these long sock-looking things ?
How well do you know English ?
I have no trouble communicating with native English Speaker . I even taught spoken English in a training school .
Why don't you date up a handsome guy and spend time together ?
I have found myself a date mate .
You must have a lot in common and a barrel of fun .
A barrel of fun , of course . He often says that I'm a date bait .
When to leave ?
I would like to leave Hong Kong September the first and leave Houston for Tampa on September the 12th .
Ok . Can I have your name , please ?
Lily Smith .
And your telephone number ?
Hong Kong side 3854295 .
OK . Right then .
Thank you .
Unfortunately , if you wish to withdraw on your C / D before the pre-decided date , you must give notice .
Oh , I see . Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now ?
Yes , you will lose interest . I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us . I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity .
Oh dear . Well , if it has to be done , then it has to be done .
Ok .
I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ?
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around 2 fifteen PM . Do you have a projector in your room ? I would like to show you some related charts
Yes , there is . See you then .
There is a laundry form as well as a bag in your room . Pls fill it out and the maid will come pick it up .
How long will it take to get my clothes back ?
To press the suit only takes 3 hours . The laundry will be returned to you tomorrow around noon time . Is that all right ?
That ' s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up .
Right away , sir .
You changed jobs again ? Why do you move so frequently ?
I want to try different things before I find the one I really like .
Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer ?
I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new .
How's your current job going ?
I'm pretty satisfied with it . I can broaden my experience , learn lots of new things , and have more development opportunities .
The next show is at two o'clock .
What about the one after that ?
I couldn ' t believe it , either .
He just made history .
I hope you voted for him .
Of course I did . Did you ?
I made sure to vote for him .
I am really excited about this .
I know how you feel .
Hopefully , he ' ll change things in our nation .
I know that he will .
I trust him .
Never mind . What about taking a look around the theater ?
Why not ? I'd love to do that .
Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art . ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art . )
Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ?
Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ?
I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that .
No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework .
Unbelievable ! I could never do that .
Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum .
Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ?
Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ?
Yes , let's do it .
Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them .
Of course not . We don't do that .
Here's the money . And get some salt .
Yes , Mum .
so how about an aperitif ?
it sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare .
stirred or shaken ?
stirred will be fine .
here you are .
thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
can you recommend one ?
try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
it sounds interesting . I'll take one .
here we go .
it tastes great .
enjoy yourself .
yeah .
Need a gift for your girlfriend or wife ?
No , no , no . I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway .
Well , if you need anything , just ask .
Um ... well , where's the men's shoe department ?
It's on the third floor . Turn left when you get off the escalator .
They had an argument and split up .
Really , what's going to happen now ?
You're right . I love it very much .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Me too . We haven't seen each other for years .
It's been 3 years now .
How time flies ! Now you are a college student out of a little girl .
How is aunty Shirley ?
Couldn't be better .
How has May been ?
She's been good . She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school . And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008 .
Is your boss named Vic ? Your pager says , This is Vic . Here I come !
Impossible . My pager is really old . It doesn't display messages .
Here , see for yourself . That's really strange ! It's almost the same as when I ...
Gosh , you're right ! It's from some guy named Vic . I wonder who he is ...
Do they have a swimming pool ?
No , they don ' t . they have a beauty parlor , but I didn ' t go there .
What ' s the service like ?
It ' s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ' d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends .
It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ?
There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ' t check my email , but I didn ' t complain about it to the management .
I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world .
Yes , I was . Here ' s their business card .
Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ?
No , there wasn ' t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal .
One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips .
I know . At the inland hotel , they have an interesting policy . When you check out , you put some money in a special box at reception . Each evening , the money in the box is shared equally by the hotel staff .
you mean he plays well ? Yeah , he often scores by free kicks in crucial games . But a football match is by no means merely a show of taking free kicks .
Certainly not . What really counts is to play as a team , passing the ball amongst each other , dodging defenders . Free kicks are a result of all the teammates ' collective efforts . However , a few free k
In the case , maybe facial charm should be his leading card . After all , the majority of his fans are girls .
yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout .
and he is English ! He makes a model gentleman when he puts on a black suit and speaks with a typical British accent .
Do you have any other questions ?
Let me think ... I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee .
I'm sorry we can't now .
I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live .
Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future .
That would work too .
Anything else ?
Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ?
I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company .
I understand . Will the company provide training ?
Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year .
That's great . Thank you very much .
Well , I ' m not everyone-else ' s father . I think you need be in the house by ten o ' clock .
That ' s absurd . I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that .
I ' ll be worried if you stay out late .
Ok , how about midnight curfew . and I'll let you know where I am .
Is it far from here to there ?
No . It's only about five minutes ' walk .
Many thanks !
Not at all .
Alright . Do you have your receipt ?
Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Ma'am .
But she feels like having no appetite at all if she stays at home all day .
Don't worry . She will be all right .
I hope it ' ll continue for a long time .
Is it far ?
No . It's only a ten-minute walk .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
I'll leave at 10 o'clock .
Take care and give my best to you parents .
Thank you , I will . Hope to see you again next year .
We have quite a variety of shirts here .
What kind of material is this ?
Silk . You have a good taste . It's excellent for its handiness , elegance and beauty .
Can I try it on ?
Can you print it out before 12 o'clock ? I need it this afternoon .
No problem . I will do it immediately .
Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily .
OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ?
Please type it in a formal style .
I see . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
How about something to drink ?
A Coke , please .
OK . I'll see if I can get waited on .
Oh , Jack , you deserve it . You ' Ve been working so hard .
Thank you for saying that .
That's good . Could I please see the originals of everything ?
What's the exchange rate today ?
You're pretty lucky actually , today is higher than yesterday . It's 824 . 71 RIB for 100 USD .
Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ?
Yes . Please sign your name at the bottom of the Exchange Receipt . Thanks very much and here's your money .
How do you feel what you have done ? Did you meet our goals ?
I suppose so . I tried my best to be familiar with all these appliances and office process . Certainly without my colleagues ' help , I could not do these things in such a short period .
Yes . And you also overworked in last month , when Steven asked for leave . I have been very satisfied with your performance . And your dependability has been a great asset .
Thanks for your praise , Madam .
I'm going to have my first baby , so I plan to hold a baby shower next Sunday .
Congratulations ! Why do people hold parties before the baby is born ?
It's the tradition . But baby showers as we know them today were not common until after World Warri .
In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world .
So you will come , won't you ?
Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival .
Thank you very much .
Maybe you ' re right . It is very expensive to go to a weight-loss center . I ' d better join in a fitness club .
You don ' t need to lose weight , you are not fat .
I bought an exercise dress yesterday and I found it was hard to dress it up .
Maybe I should try to lose weight .
Here is one tailor's shop . Why not order one here ?
No , you are just on time . We haven ' t really started yet .
Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
What are you doing ?
I can't figure out which dress to wear .
Travel by the buses ? That sounds interesting .
Yes of course . You can see the whole city on the bus . It's cheap as well as efficient .
Oh , there comes the bus .
Ok that sounds good . Where shall I meet you ?
Let ' s meet in front of the train station .
Ok great , I ' ll see you at six .
Ok , see you tonight ! Don ' t be late !
It certainly is . Do you have your contract and Import License ?
Yes , right here in my brief case . Just a moment , please .
Thanks . What you need to do now is deposit 100 % of the guaranteed funds of your contract into your account with us .
That's done . There is more than enough to cover the contract amount in our account .
That's great . We will have to charge you 250 RIB for that service , though . Could you please fill in this ? Thanks .
That is a big family . How old is your sister ?
15 .
What about your brother ?
He ' s not quite 25 .
Do you miss your family ?
Yes .
Do you often go home ?
No . But I write to them often .
How often do you write to them ?
Once a month .
Well , I would like a glass of warm water .
Lots ! Have you done any research about the company ?
Nope .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
I've been trying to call you all day .
Sorry about that . I was cleaning up .
It's okay .
So what were you calling me about ?
Oh , I just wanted to see if you wanted to hang out tomorrow .
Sure , what did you want to do ?
Maybe we can go see a movie or something .
That sounds like fun . Let's do it .
I'll see you tomorrow then .
See you then . Goodbye .
It shouldn't be long . Thirty minutes , tops . Are you in a hurry ?
No . I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed .
Good idea . Do you want a wash or a massage ? Massage is especially good when you are tired .
How come ?
Because it helps you speed up your circulation .
Then I won't say no to that .
How do you like it ?
I feel totally refreshed .
We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ?
This time included ?
Of course .
Then yes .
Yes , sir . I ' Ve just dropped those slides off at the Winthrop office . Do you need anything else while I ' m out ?
No , that ' s all right . Paula . Why don ' t you get something to eat , and I ' ll see you this afternoon .
Thanks . You too .
Wow , that's sheer robbery . Shall I make an offer ?
I'm sorry , sir . The price is fixed .
Well , I ' m doing okay . And how about yourself ?
Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , April 9 through 15 .
I see your info here on the screen . I'll hit just one button , sir , and you're cancelled .
Thank you . I'm glad that wasn't too much of a bother .
It's a pleasure .
Oh , The day after tomorrow is Christmas .
Merry Christmas to you .
I hope it will be of some use to you .
I am sure it will . It'll be of great help in carrying on the work I have done so far .
That will be great .
I mean which ones are they better at than men ?
Why do you care ? Women and men are different all around . I don't think they can be compared .
That's a good point . Let me change my question . What sports do women like best ?
Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports .
Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ?
Are you suggesting that anyone can be ?
My printer is broken . Can you print up a copy for me ?
Sure , no problem . Do you want me to edit it for you ?
Please , you write much better than I do .
Oh , its nothing .
How could you ? I reminded you just this morning .
It's leap my mind . I really feel terrible about it .
I have been looking forward to this performance all month .
I'm really sorry I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Hey , it is ! A lot of people like that movie !
I'm sorry , but it's a bad movie . The plot is stupid , and the script is poorly written .
Face it , you don't like action movies because you're a snob .
No , I don't like action movies because I'm cultured !
Would you please explain the meaning of the word ?
Yes , With pleasure .
What can I do ?
Would you prefer to take similar medicine of other brands ?
Could I ?
Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise .
Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ?
This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
As you know , I have accepted three new programs in our company this year , but I am not sure I can do my work well . And right now my dilemma is that I can not find a person whom I can trust for these three programs .
What do you think we can do about this ?
We are not willing to miss the chance ; however , our staff is not big enough now . So , to be honest , I want you to help me to finish all these programs .
Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this .
I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this .
OK ! I will try this .
Certainly , here you are .
I like the black one . May I try it on ?
Of course . It fits you perfectly .
Yes , I thinks so . How much is it ?
It's forty-five yuan .
Can you make it much cheaper ?
Sorry , our prices are set .
No problem . Could I please see the bill and all of the other documents ?
Yeah , sure . Here they are . Take your time going through them , I'm in no hurry .
There's no problem here , everything's in order . I can transact that for you now .
Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ?
No , you don't need to pay anything on top . We just simply deduct the discounting interest .
Are you a professor ?
What ? Are you kidding ? I'm only 22 years old !
Yes , I am kidding . But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits ?
Yes , I know . I have a disability . My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk .
Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university .
My permission letter ?
Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability . And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place .
I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office .
Yes . Or you can bring it yourself .
But I asked them to send it to you directly .
Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it .
My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R .
Yes , here it is . Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request .
Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes . Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ?
The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices . We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening .
I see . Thank you .
You're very welcome .
With sugar ?
No sugar , please .
You and everyone else . It looks more like a camp-ground than a library .
Well , the dorm ' s too noisy to study in , and I guess this place is too quiet .
Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper ?
No . Prof . Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology . For once I wish she hadn ' t given us so much of a choice .
Well , why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico . You seem to be interested in that part of the world .
I am , but there is too much material to cover . I ' ll be writing forever , and Grant only wants five to seven pages .
So they limit it to one region of Mexico . Say the Yucatan . You ' Ve been there and you said it ' s got lots of interesting relics .
That ' s not a bad idea . I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer . That would be great resource material . Now if I can only remember where I put them .
On Memorial Avenue ?
Right . You know where that is ?
I'm afraid I don't . I'm quite new in town .
Well , do you know where the post office is ?
No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is .
That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight .
Well , thank you very much , I hope I can find it .
I've never used this place before . Can you give me some idea what I need to do ?
You just put quarters in the machines . It ' s easy .
Yes , but ... well ...
What ?
How do I use the machines ?
What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers .
I see . Do the machines have soap in them ?
No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ?
No . I don't have soap .
Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there .
Thanks . Okay . I have my soap .
My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ?
I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean .
But you can't use so much . The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out .
Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before .
What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ?
Yes .
In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ?
No . Never .
I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ?
I'm nineteen .
But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ?
My mother always did it .
Yes , my mother washed my clothes too . But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself .
I know about this fact . American children are more independent . They do more for themselves . But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard . So the mother does everything for the kids . The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school . So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it .
I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ?
What ?
How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself . If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house . How can you live on your own ?
I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn .
Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines .
Thanks . My name's Nick .
I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today .
Thanks , Mom . Thanks .
You'd better give up smoking . It's bad for your health .
You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work til late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
But I think I can help to fix it .
No , don't give it another thought .
Don't you think that it'd be a good thing for you to get out of the office foe a couple of days ?
Sure .
I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this . Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you . All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm .
The train ? Will I be flying back then ?
Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable .
Will the train be very crowded ?
Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine .
When is the first meeting then ?
They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9
Where will I be staying ?
We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system .
That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ?
That's not a problem . Have a nap if you can . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip .
Yes it is . Residents can queen up in the lines to my right .
Ok . Here's my passport .
What's the expiration date on your passport ?
I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page .
I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK .
I won't .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't have anything to declare .
How long will you be staying in the UK ?
I'll be here for about a year .
What is the purpose of your stay ?
I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University .
Where will you be staying ?
I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus .
How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ?
My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts .
Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back .
Thank you very much .
I'm very well , thank you . How are you ?
Very well too , thank you very much . Isn ' t it a lovely day ?
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
do you think this music is warm matched ?
of course yes .
how about the lyrics ?
very touching .
it bring me back to some of my childhood memories .
yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting .
of course . it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance .
it is full of energy .
this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying .
it certainly is .
This is our office block . We have all the administrative department here , Sales , Accounts , Personnel , Market Research and so on .
What do you mean ?
Well , sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently .
For example ?
Like for example , if I hadn ' t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to .
I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ' t have gotten married if I hadn ' t moved to this town and met Sally .
You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ' t even have met if I hadn ' t been in that car accident ten years ago !
Well , I have no regrets !
I ' ll drink to that !
It's a pity . I'm afraid that's too loud for me . Thank you .
You're welcome .
Yes , we regret we cannot maintain our original price . Since the prices of the raw materials have been raised , we have to adjust the price of our products accordingly .
I agree with you there , but you price is unreasonable .
I don't think so . You must compare our price with that it other export houses . I'm sure our offer is in line with the prevailing market price level .
I don't think we will be able to pay the price . To have this business concluded , you need to lower your price at least by 3 % .
I'm afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price .
Don't you agree with me that in the long run moderate prices we bring about large sales and more profit ?
We've already cut down our price to cost level .
Is that all ?
Yes this is the best we can do .
I'm sorry , we can't handle the price you offered .
Like what , for instance ?
I enjoy Rock and R & B .
Why is that ?
I like the different instruments that they use .
That's a good reason to like something .
Yeah , I think so too .
I don't know how to say it in English .
We call this a ' parking meter ' .
Oh , Thank you . But how do you spell it ?
P-a-r-k-i-n-g m-e-t-e-r .
What is it , John ?
I wonder if I can use your bike .
What kind do you like ?
I really like apples and grapes .
What kind of apples do you like ?
I love green apples .
I don't like green apples .
Really ? Why not ?
Green apples are too sour for me .
So , you like red apples better ?
Yeah , I love red apples .
I think green apples are a lot better .
How do you do ? I ' m pleased to meet you .
How do you do ?
Please sit down . Help yourself just like you are at home .
What would you like to drink ?
A cup of coffee , please .
Now the score is in our favor .
Can you tell which team seems to win ?
Hard to say . Now the score is in our favor .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let ' s wait and see .
I pulled you over because your brake light is out .
I'm sorry . I did not know that .
I have to write you a ticket .
Can't you give me a warning ?
I'm not going to be able to do that .
How much will the fine be ?
You'll find that out on your court date .
I have to go to court over a brake light ?
That's how it works .
Can I have the ticket , please ?
What do you think are the capacities for a success as a translator ?
I think one needs common knowledge , specific knowledge , and professional codes to be a successful translator .
Okay . Here you are .
Thank you . We'll bring the receipt up to your room when we get it .
Central Park , please , but can you make a stop at Union Square ? I wanna pick up my friend there .
Of course .
How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square .
Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon .
Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late .
I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ?
On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ?
You've got it .
I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is .
Here we are , Central Park !
Thank you . How much is it ?
Well , it's $ 12 .
Here's $ 15 . Keep the change .
Thank you .
I hope so . I think you will get a big bonus too . Bonus depends on your performance and you worked overtime almost every day .
Yes , I am expecting to get the bonus . I hope we will both get the salary and bonus .
Hope so !
Ok . China is about the same size as Canada and the united states and it has a population of about 1 . 3 billion , making it the latest country in the world by population .
It says here that most of the people are han Chinese , but there are 55 minorities that make up almost 10 % of the population .
We need to say something about the geography and climate of china . Is there any way to divide the country into sections ?
We could divide into five parts . There ' s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year .
That sounds very general .
It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one .
One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ?
Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou .
We should take a large map and highlight those cities . What is each of them famous for ?
Yeah , I know what you mean . The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples , not to mention two people from different cultures .
Now we have a two-year-old boy . We're very happy that he's healthy and smart .
Oh , so he's half Chinese and half American . That's unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly English , and he can say a few Chinese words . But he will learn in the future .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He's whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
Who's winning ?
The Bulls , of course !
What ! That wasn't a foul ! C ' mon , ref !
Don ' t worry , Shan always screws up free throws .
You were right ! He didn ' t make the shot !
That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah !
Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ' t call it !
This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ' t believe he didn ' t see that !
Okay ... end of the first quarter ... Alright , I ' m gonna make a beer run .
Thank you . I am very happy to have my own office now . I ' Ve never had one before . It is very nice .
Well , we have nicer things than that in this company . You will find out soon .
Really ? What could that be ?
Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 .
That is very kind of you . Thank you very much .
Not a problem . Could you tell me you L / C number , please ?
It's TH 15699324873 0 .
OK , just checking for you ... yes , they have arrived . How would you like me to handle them ?
Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ?
That's fine . I'll get on with that for you right now .
Thanks again for buying the tickets . That was the most exciting live concert I've ever seen . That silver electric guitar was really cool .
They're quite popular now . Wasn't her voice good ?
That , My Heart Will Go On . It warms my heart . you know , JanetJackson , Shanna Twain and Celine Dion are so very different .
Janet Jackson is more pop music . Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes .
Have you heard Maria Carey ?
Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like .
Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one .
I hope you have a good stereo .
Why ?
Because you have to hear it really loud to get the full concert effect .
Well , roughly speaking , a hacker is a computer buff .
You mean a guy using enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the computer ?
You can say that .
But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ?
They must have mixed hackers with crackers .
What is crackers then ?
There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them .
So they are two totally different concepts .
Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end .
I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them .
You got it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Well , I ' m doing okay . And how about yourself ?
Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
It's 2:42 by my watch . But it moves a bit fast .
Let's ask someone else .
Oh , sorry mom , i forgot . please give me a glass of orange juice .
Ok , here you are .
Oh , it is nice and cold , definitely good orange juice .
Amy , you forgot another magic word .
Oh , sorry again , thank you mom .
You are very welcome .
Most salespeople seem like half-brains . Zina's definitely an exception .
We'd better get back to work .
Yeah , I'm not too worried about Vince , but I'd hate to face Zina if we don't deliver ...
A DENY shirt and one of Serena Williams ' used tennis rackets !
Your idol ! Wow ! You're even better at finding stuff than me !
Yep . I placed a bid for the shirt . The minimum was ten so I bet fifty !
That's not how this game works .
Well , there was a sign that said " Buy now for seventy . "
How many bids had been placed before you ?
She had to go to the hospital .
Why ?
She passed out in class . Seems she hadn't eaten anything in days .
Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy !
Yeah , but that's what she did .
I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look .
Well , it's not just the girl ' s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen .
True , but there are limits . Being thin is one thing ; starving oneself to death is another . No one forces them to do this .
Yes , it is .
Could you tell me shall I take the express or local train ?
Sure . The local train . It stops at every station .
Which of them is the local train , please ?
You take the D train on the downtown platform , and go three stops .
How much is the fare ?
One dollar and twenty cents . You give me the money and I ' ll exchange it for a token .
What should I do with the token ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
We open at 6:30 , sir .
I see . I'd like to reserve a table for two .
Yes , sir . What time would you like your table , sir ?
I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm .
Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ?
Davis .
Thank you , Mr . Davis .
Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration .
I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand .
I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged .
We'll try our best .
Thank you .
How much do you charge ?
35 . 00 dollars a week , but I don ' t allow smoking .
OK . Can I see the room now ?
Would you mind waiting ? I ' m on the telephone .
Till the end of the week .
Yes , that'd be all right .
Maybe it's a good things . If you don't have to go to Hong Kong , you can take a break and take things easy for a while .
You are right . Maybe we should work out a fitness plan and start to do more exercise . Sitting around in the office all day is no way of keeping fit .
That's a good idea . Let's see if we can get more people in this plan . There isn't much business these days anyway , so I think many people will be interested .
The holiday is coming so we need to finish our task .
Must we finish our task before the holiday ?
Yes . The contract must be kept .
OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight .
Did he say why ?
He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday .
Don't worry . I will tell him about that .
It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight .
Thank you for that . And I will double your pay .
I think that would be perfect .
A Mac is something most people appreciate .
In fact , she prefers Macs . How much is one ?
Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 .
She's going to be so happy . Let me have one .
You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ?
I'll pay for it with my VISA .
It's all yours after you sign here , please .
Are there any extras that she needs ?
This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again .
You've been so helpful . Thank you .
Have a nice day , and thank you for shopping here .
I'm sorry , but that class is already full . And also , students are supposed to register through the touch-tone registration system .
I know . I already tried to register for it by phone , but the computer won't let me .
That's because it's full .
But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office .
Well , I could put you on a waiting list . But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ?
My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G .
Alright . And what is your major ?
I'm a comparative literature major .
Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ?
Yes , that's right .
Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students .
That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class . And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it .
The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code . When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class .
Even if the class is full ?
That's right .
Oh , I didn't know that .
Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it .
Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ?
Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again . Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem .
Thanks .
Next time you come in here , I will recognize you .
Oh , come on ! An excuse like that is tantamount to lying . You ' re essentially blaming the tech team for your time management issues , rather than accepting responsibility for the fact that you were procrastinating for the past two weeks .
No , I ' m not trying to pass the buck here ; I know that it was me who is ultimately responsible for getting this done . But the thing is , I could have finished on time if the system hadn ' t gone down . And you know , with everything I ' Ve got going on now , I can ' t afford to waste time dealing with technical problems . I ' Ve got a lot on my plate and there are only twenty-four hours in a day ...
I ' m not going to accept this excuse . You ' re using these small technical glitches as a crutch and trying to rationalize the fact that you ' Ve missed your deadline . Look , we have standards and I expect you to live up to those standards . No more phoney cases . If you ' re in over your head , you tell me . No more missed deadlines . Now , I want that data on my desk by nine am !
Would you like to swim in the swimming pool or at the beach ?
I'd prefer the pool .
OK . Let's pay the entrance fee and change our clothes in the dressing room .
What style do you use ?
Well , I use breast stroke for long distance , crawl or free style for short distance and back stroke just for fun .
It is easier for me to take off work in the afternoon .
It is best if we can go during the week ; does that work for you ?
Because of work , I can only go look at houses on the weekend .
Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ?
If you could pick me up at home , that would be great .
We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see .
That might be a little too much , but we ' ll see how it goes .
I will fax you a schedule as soon as I contact the owners to confirm the times .
how much are you looking to spend ?
I can only afford about 300 pounds a month .
looks like you ' re not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that .
really ? That ' s a lot of money to pay for one room .
well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price !
do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ?
I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ?
I ' d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ' ll have to take what I can get !
how long do you want to sign a contract for ?
I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ' t know where I ' ll be after that .
do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ?
I don ' t have any furniture , so it ' d be great if it were furnished .
you know that you ' ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ?
no , I thought that would be included in the rent .
it ' s not usually included , so you ' ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities .
I don't think I can afford that .
don ' t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children .
that's a good idea . I ' ll look into finding something like that .
They're all here .
Right ! I'll do it straight away .
Thanks a lot . I'm most grateful .
Well , that's OK .
Can you please slow down ? I am not in a hurry .
OK .
Yeah . That ' s a good idea and you like to cook . What about the books ?
No , I need my books .
Come on . If we save more money , we can retire earlier and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less .
Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
Do you have your library card with you ?
Yes , I have it .
You ' re going to have to wait for a computer .
That ' s okay .
Please put your name on this list .
Then what do I need to do ?
When there is a computer available , I will call you .
What do I do to log on to the computer ?
Just type in the number on the back of your library card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
I really hate this weather .
Well , it won't last long .
That's a problem . He has sort of Dutch courage and that will egg him on in doing anything .
I can ' t thank you enough . I ' m really touched . I don ' t know what to say .
Forget it . It ' s my pleasure . You mean a lot to me .
You ' re the best !
Why is that ? It is called real art .
Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves .
Yeah , that makes sense .
You speak good English , though .
Thanks , but I speak English with a strong German accent .
But let me tell you , you're doing just fine . I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German . By the way , how long have you been learning English ?
On and off , for quite a few years .
Sure it is . This is a changing world . Does the training course cover the new law and regulation issued last month ? They are very useful for us .
Yes , according to the agenda , there will be a seminar on these issues at the very beginning of the training course .
Well , good for you . I hope you can get what you want from the training .
I will do my best .
Yes . I ' m calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys . I need to make a reservation for Mr . Alex Brent .
Fine , madam . When will Mr . Brent be arriving , and how many nights will he be staying ?
I ' m not sure . Perhaps you could do the shopping .
I ' ll be glad to help .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is to ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
I know little of her . I only think she ' s pretty and intelligent . Of course , she ' s diligent , too .
That ' s enough for you to worship the ground she treats on .
What kind of job are you looking for ?
Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
A thousand dollars .
Let me check with our credit manager . ( later ) Our record shows that your credit rating is quite high . I don't think you'll have any problems .
What's the current interest rate ?
Our monthly interest is 1 . 5 % of the outstanding balance . Would you please fill out this application form ?
The operation was very successful .
His parents must feel very happy .
How many children do Cindy and Ron have ?
They have two children-one son and one daughter-as well as one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law .
Do they have any grandchildren ?
Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys .
Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ?
Yes , she gets along with them quite well .
Do they have a large family ?
Their family is very similar to Cindy and Ron ' s family .
Er , I am gonna go with salt and sauce !
What ? Are you kidding ?
Is there anything wrong ?
I remember Mom going with a lot of pepper for the meat .
Oh , I'm so sorry . I thought you had one . Here you are .
Don't you have any Chinese food ?
I'm afraid we don't . But I'm sure you'll enjoy our lunch special .
Well , our public schools here are not very good and private school are just too expensive . I have been reading up on home schooling and it has a lot of advantages .
Like what ? I think that by doing something like that we would be isolating our children from social interaction .
Well , first of all , I would be able to teach them everything they learn in school in a more relaxed and fun way . I also think that having a one-on-one class is much better since you can focus more on his or her strengths or weaknesses .
I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea .
I will bring it up over Sunday brunch .
Good luck with that !
What will you do this vacation ?
Travel .
I've just been reading an article about them . They'll be used for all sorts of things now .
For accounting system and things like that , you mean ?
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
What flavor would you prefer , sir ?
I'm not quite sure . What do you have ?
We have strawberry , chocolate , vanilla and banana .
Very well , I'll try the banana flavor .
Anything else , sir ?
No , thanks . That will be all .
It is 9 o'clock now .
I see . What is today's schedule ?
You have two meetings today . One is at 10 am , and the other is at 2 pm . After the meeting , you will have dinner with Mr . Brown at the Chinese restaurant in Sister Hotel .
OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts .
No problem . Do you need the OHP ?
Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ?
OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ?
That would be great ! You are really a good employee .
Thank you , shall I open it now ?
Yes , please do .
Wow , a remote car model and my favorite brand . I really like it . That is so nice of you .
Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself .
Typical you , always wanting to keep the best things for yourself . The more I appreciate the gift now .
Why do you think so ?
I think building team spirit among the coworkers is very important . I believe we can accomplish a miracle if we stick together .
Very good . Anything else ?
My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience .
I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ?
I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field .
I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job .
Thanks for your compliment , but there is still plenty more to learn .
He ' s a year older than Keith , but he looks younger .
How ' s your father ?
He ' s fine . He retired last week . It ' s turning going in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
Do you have any bug spray ?
No , I forgot to buy some .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
Well , I always order fried spring rolls when I go to Chinatown .
But a Chinese person would never order that .
Really ? But they're delicious !
Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time .
That sounds great .
Get ready for the best meal of your life !
Yes , for the last 20 years .
Good .
We sent you an e-mail the first week we moved in ; it listed the problems we found .
What problems did you find ?
The roof leaks when it rains , there is mold on the bedroom walls , and the dishwasher doesn ' t work .
I don ' t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself .
Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility .
I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky !
Unfortunately , you won ' t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday .
You wouldn ' t dare do that !
You can say that again !
What's up with Vince and Elvin ?
They work for Zina now .
And they're happy with that ?
They're in awe of her . After they saw how she crushed WebTracker ... but I guess you know all about that .
Why not ?
I've been snowed under with work since my boss was away on business .
A chess board ! Daddy is going to teach you how to play !
Cool !
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
Hope so .
I hear we'll have a new English teacher this semester .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
Why don ' t you find the information on the internet instead ?
Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
Hi Kristy ! What's going on ?
Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week ?
Yes , I certainly do .
The negotiating bank has just been in touch ...
Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ?
No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted .
Kristy , that's wonderful ! Thanks so much for contacting me personally .
So , what changed ?
Well slowly but surely I proved myself , and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer .
Wow , a real step up !
Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent restaurant years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ' t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term .
I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ?
I just felt that the paper couldn ' t offer me any new opportunities . I really needed a more challenging role to be honest .
Oh , what about Saturday ? Are you free then ?
Saturday my parents are coming to town . What ' s up ?
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No , do you want to go and do something ?
Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner .
Oh , that sounds great . How about 6 o ' clock ?
Nicholas ? Nicholas Nickleby ? No . He doesn't live here any more . He's moved to Morecambe .
Never ! Do you know his new number ?
Yes . I've got it somewhere . Let me see . Where did I put it ? Ah - I remember , it's on the memo . Here it is . Do you have a pen to write it down ?
Yes , I do . Go on .
His number's 4945939 .
4945939 . Marvellous ! Thanks for your help .
Why are you going to take english with chemistry and physics ?
Because I want to study english literature . but I think chemistry is better for getting a job .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you beside what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
I know , Mr . Emory . I'm sorry . But I really need to see the doctor this afternoon . I feel dizzy and I can't concentrate on my work .
All right , then . But don't forget to bring a doctors note tomorrow .
OK , thank you !
You ' d better get up , or you ' ll be late .
What are you talking about ? My alarm hasn ' t even gone off yet .
Yes , it did . It went off 30 minutes ago . You slept right through it . You ' re like a dead person while you sleep .
I must have slept right through it .
Rise and shine ! Sleepyhead !
Just let me sleep 5 more minutes .
The early bird gets the worm .
I know . I know . But I don ' t want any worms .
Ha ! Ha ! If you don ' t make an effort now , later on it ' ll be a lot tougher for you .
We try to get everyone in the upper management team a nice office .
I suppose so . It's great .
I'm glad you like it .
Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ?
Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room .
Where is the break room ?
It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right .
Got it .
You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you .
Thank you .
Is there anything else ?
Give me two cokes also , please .
Is this to go or to eat here ?
We'll eat here .
Here you are . That's eight fifty .
And can I have some ketchup , please ?
It's on the service counter over there .
That bus goes all the way to LA ?
I believe so .
Is the bus ride long ?
It only takes 45 minutes to an hour .
That's all ?
It's a pretty short trip .
Is there always a lot of people on that bus ?
It only gets crowded once it gets to LA .
Oh okay , thank you .
No problem .
Believe me , the time will fly by ! Before you know it , you'll be changing diapers ! You have to start preparing !
I thought we could turn the upstairs study into a baby room . What do you think about lavender ?
I'll be back tomorrow with my work clothes and a gallon of lavender paint ! You just sit back and relax !
Judge from his look , he's a very serious person .
As a matter of fact , he is .
How many planets are there in the solar system ?
That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nice .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Not so good , though his nephew took him to hospital in time .
Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry .
What is that below ?
It is the Colorado River . You will go down the river in a boat if you wish .
No , thank you . It looks a bit too dangerous for me .
There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp .
Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air .
It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city .
You are so romantic , my sweetheart .
To the traffic lights ?
That's right , and turn left at the lights .
Left at the lights ?
And then right at the bridge .
Right at the bridge ?
Yes . The gas station is on the left . And you can't miss it .
Oh , no ! What happened ?
Hilda Harris husband , Henry had an accident on his way home from work .
How awful ! Was he hurt ?
Yes . He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance .
How did it happen ?
His car was hit by an express train . It happened at the crossing just behind his house .
How horrible !
He ' s having an operation in the hospital now . Poor Hilda ! You can imagine how unhappy she is .
I hope he ' ll be all right .
I hope so , too .
At this moment you can thank the interviewer again for the opportunity of the interview .
You can also ask the interviewer about your performance today .
Don't forget to ask when you can receive a reply .
And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary .
You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently .
You can ask questions about the position you are applying for .
In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get .
Of course .
Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave .
Besides , remember to make acknowledgments through an E-mail or a call .
I can ' t I'm afraid . I've got another meeting scheduled for 2:30 p . m .
Yeah , but what day are the elections ?
You don ' t know what day the elections are ?
That ' s why I ' m asking you .
They ' re this coming Tuesday .
Really ?
Yes , I ' m serious .
Good thing you told me .
I can ' t believe you didn ' t know when the elections were .
It slipped my mind .
You should watch the news more often .
What is your problem in working ?
I am too introverted to let others become my friends .
Here is a gift for you . I hope you like it .
What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love this ?
I had my own ways of finding out . It's a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you don't believe it , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you . Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK , let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next let's sing ' Happy Birthday ' to Mary .
It is very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
Yeah , I see . You are just doing your job . But I wanna know what the advantages it has .
OK , lovely boy . Try to be patient . Do you know the danger of swimming without warm-up ?
As far as I know , people will be weak if they swim too long .
That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming .
Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ?
Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that .
Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ?
Of course , all the workers here are able to swim , and they will come to your aid quickly .
Don ' t you think it ' s a bit cold for that ?
Then why don ' t we go for a walk in the hills . It ' d be very good for us you know .
A pipe burst in my wall .
Is the pipe causing any water damage ?
The water is causing mildew .
I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow .
Can I just call someone myself to fix it ?
I don ' t think that would be a good idea .
You won ' t do it until tomorrow .
I guess you have a point .
So , I can call someone to fix it ?
Go right ahead .
Really ? You guys must be really tight .
Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still .
He seems sincere , and trustworthy .
Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times .
What do you mean ?
Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back . But I've seen him double cross other people .
Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that .
Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time .
So , can I trust him or what ?
Well , I think you should decide for yourself .
But I need someone that I can count on for this job .
Okay , Okay . You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time .
Come on you're confusing me . Give it to me straight .
Actually , he's the most dependable person I know , and he would never turn on anyone .
Wow , so soon ! I'm going to miss you .
Japanese teams always play a dark horse .
Well , their team work is well worth learning .
I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle , but when I feel lazy , I drive my car .
I think we should discourage people from using their private cars . They produce too much pollution !
I agree , but I would find it difficult to stop using my car . It's just so convenient .
Cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment .
Do you have a car ?
No . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it .
Maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it .
You could try . It would save you a lot of money .
That's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs .
If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too !
I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere !
Let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price .
Sounds good ! Let's go !
Yes , I'm sorry about that . One of our Atms is down and we are waiting for it to be repaired , but it should be up and running again very soon .
I see . Here's my Bank Book .
You need to fill out the deposit slip as well . Here you go , Madam .
Thanks .
Well , I hate to have to say this , but I'm not happy with my room .
Oh , what exactly is problem ?
Well , the traffic is very loud . I got no sleep last night .
Oh , I'm so sorry , Sir . I'll see what I can do about that .
You're supposed to always have a hearty breakfast .
I don't always have time to make breakfast .
It's easy to make a quick breakfast .
What do you have for breakfast ?
When I need to make a quick breakfast , I just make some oatmeal , toast , and OJ .
That's a good idea .
It's not time consuming at all .
It doesn't take much time to make ?
Would you like me to make something ?
Why don't you make me some oatmeal and toast ?
Yes , well you haven ' t had one for ... five years . You should have one every year .
I know . I figure as long as there ' s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months ?
Yes , especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan . The only problem is , they may have trouble when they go to open up business here .
Why would you say that ?
They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for .
I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable .
Have you ever been to Japan ?
Sure ! I just got back yesterday . I'm still suffering from jet lag .
I would very much enjoy taking a Psychology class . Because I'm crazy .
There are two classes that are still open .
Which days are these classes on ?
The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three .
What about the other class ?
The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 .
Are you sure there are no more open classes ?
I'm positive .
Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday .
Okay , I'll sign you up .
You have really good taste . It's the best seller right now .
Could I try it on ?
Sure .
Well . It's not my taste . Would you please bring me a short sleeve ?
Don ' t make a fuss . Many people divorce after having living together for many years .
What a pity .
It's too high . I can't reach it . Could you help me ?
Of course . Here you are .
Thank you very much .
Why don't we go down to the pool ? It's not too far from here .
Fine . I'll be ready in a minute .
Are you sure that I can get there in time if we take the less heavy route ?
Generally speaking , we can if we go at this speed and nothing unexpected happens .
How much more do I have to pay ?
Compared to the shortest route , you may pay around 5 Euro more .
That's acceptable . No one wants to miss a train .
OK ... Here we are . We'll turn left at this cross . To go straight ahead is the shortest route .
Thank you !
How in the world did you get a copy ? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn .
I checked it out of the rental library . It only costs five cents a day .
Is it really worth paying for ?
I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter .
If it's any good , I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition .
I think as long as you try your best and don ' t think of anything too much , everything will be all right .
That's strange . I have Mr . Lin on the phone right now , and he says that he didn't receive any email from us yesterday . Are you sure you sent it ?
I'm positive , Ms . Chen .
Because I want to tell you about the time that I saw a ghost .
You saw a ghost ? When ?
It was many years ago , when I was a little child . It was the middle of the night , and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen . I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs , when ...
So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ?
It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ...
So what did you do ?
I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ...
Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ?
It moved slowly up the stairs , step by step , and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs , I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas . He had gone to get a late night snack .
My mobile phone , passport and some cash .
When did you come to America ?
Just a couple of days ago .
Could you recall when and where you lost it ?
I have no idea .
OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ?
That is my friend Tim who lives nearby .
OK . We will contact you as soon as we have any clues .
I am going on a hiking trip . It's good exercise as well as fun .
I think so .
So why not come and join us ? Lee will come as well .
That's great . I will go hiking with you .
Better than ever ! You won ' t have to worry about " finding " extra money for me anymore ! We made nearly a quarter of million in profit last year !
Congratulations ! I ' m really glad to hear it ! That should make balancing the books a lot easier !
Why do you think you are qualified for this position ?
I have excellent communication skills and I am familiar with the procedures for the last company I worked for . Besides , I am a team player and have great interpersonal skills .
You're becoming a real television watcher .
A lot of people feel the same way .
How ?
Get your hair done at a good hair saloon . Tell them you are going for a job interview .
Okay .
Buy an expensive suit .
How expensive ?
The more expensive , the better .
I can ' t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ?
That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company .
How ?
If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine .
Is a white blouse okay ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes .
Black ?
Black is good .
White pantyhose ?
No . Dark or skin colored .
Jewelry ?
Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ' t wear too many pieces of jewelry .
How about make up ?
Not much make up .
Perfume ?
Yes , some . But be aware that different people may like different scents .
He's out of his office .
Thank you , I'll try again later .
Did you have anything particular in mind ?
No , but I'd like to get something typical in this region .
Well , we have some handmade products . Let me show you some .
They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive .
About how much were you planning to spend ?
No more than one hundred yuan .
Oh , in that case . This one is OK .
Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ?
OK . Wait for a moment , please .
How far away is it ?
It's still very far away .
How many miles to go ?
We're getting close .
Will we be there soon ?
Here we are .
Where's the hotel ?
It is in front of you .
I see that . That was a nice ride .
I'm glad to hear it .
Look ! there's a Folk concert tomorrow evening . Do you Want to go ?
I don't like Folk music very much .
What kind of music do you like ?
I like classical music . Do you ?
Not very much . Classical music sends me to sleep
I don't believe you .
It ' s true .
You are funny !
So are you ! How about another coffee ?
OK . They will be ready by 7:00
By the way , please have these suits pressed .
Of course , sir . We will press all the clothes when they are cleaned .
You really do a good job .
I see . I am sure we can offer you $ 3 , 500 at the beginning . Would that be satisfactory ?
Yes , I think so . That would be more than I have wished .
Good . We also have health insurance , bonus and paid vacation . When can you begin to work ?
What about early next week ?
Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes .
Yes , sir .
Yes , it is .
Can you get it ?
You can be assured of it .
Does that actually work for you ?
I don't really know for sure yet . I'll tell you after the test on Friday .
I like to use shorthand note taking .
I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff .
Hmm . I never thought about it that way .
One time I tried just listening , no notes , no pictures . I think I really learned more that day .
Sorry ? What does VOC stand for ?
Oh , Vous are ' volatile organic compounds ' . That's a technical term for solvents or other chemicals found in things like paint .
So , what damage does ozone do to the environment ?
Well , it can cause smog , which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties .
What is it ?
You just turn a deaf ear when she talks .
I like autumn , too . Where I'm from , Autumn is the best time of year .
This is silver gray , while I remember your handset was black .
I have changed a case for it .
Can a handset case be changed ?
Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it .
How many cases are accessible ?
There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all .
It's really going to be fresh all the time .
I hope you will ! Take your time . We have a lot more upstairs .
Oh , you do ? You certainly have a large selection .
Yes . Behind a lifestyle , there is a culture . Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life . While they may not really like coffee , they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish with money in those high-consumption places .
Then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people .
Well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit teahouses to associate with others , playing chess , chatting , or simply listening to operas .
What a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted by Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spending power either . Teahouses of today all feature a cozy , comfortable environment , and high-quality services , but can easily cost you a good deal -- just like a coffee bar .
Well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
Of course . Where are you planning to travel to ?
Kula Lumpur , in Malaysia .
That's fine . If you are travelling outside of Mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao we need to follow the SAFE rules . This means that you can exchange 2,000 USD or equivalent .
That sounds fine . I'll bring in my passport and everything tomorrow . Thanks .
How about that European movie ?
You mean the one starring John Travolta ?
Yeah , that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding .
Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday .
Okay , see you then .
I've never had a mango .
It's a fruit . It has a big stone in it .
Can you eat the stone ?
No . You would break all your teeth on it .
How much are these mangoes ?
The sale price today is $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside .
What country produces them ?
They come from tropical countries .
It's LF 312 G .
When did you bring it to us ?
I bought it here three days ago .
Ah yes , I remember now .
Have your mechanics finished yet ?
No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it . Isn ' t that your car ?
Well , it was my car .
Didn't you have a crash ?
That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ?
Well , they're trying to repair it , sir . But to tell you the truth , you need a new car .
Aren't you the guy who sat in front of me in our homeroom ?
Yeah . I'm Brad .
I'm Mary . I can't find my American literature class .
What room is it ?
It's 112 .
It's on the first floor by the nurse's office .
Thanks a lot , Brad . I've got to go before the bell rings .
Oh , that's too bad , Where can you park around here ?
There is a square in front of us . We can park the car there .
Is a shop there ?
I'm not sure , you know I'm not familiar with the city , too .
Oh yes . I've got it written down here . Just a minute .
You really shouldn ' t write it down . You should memorize it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
Ok , I've entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the keys , right ?
That's right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren't very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Do you know any secrets to China's success ?
In the first place , I think the whole nation is just fond of the game . It is well grounded with the mass . With huge numbers of people playing ping-pong , we can always spot a handful of potential world champions .
So , the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership .
Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules .
For example ?
They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other .
Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights !
Well , ping-pong is our national sport , and we just have to keep winning one honor after another . That's why many people think such rules acceptable . After all , they are funded out of taxpayers'money .
Thank you so much for your assistance !
You are welcome .
I wonder whether I can enjoy the life insurance and health insurance .
Of course . And 2 - week paid vacation a year , a 5 - day work week .
It's very impressive . Can you use the Internet on your phone ?
Yes , it's got wireless Internet access .
That's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ?
Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ?
No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go .
Yes , I guess I should try to use it .
Fine , please .
You can find an airsick bag in the seat pocket in front of you .
Thank you very much for your kindness .
You are welcome . I'll be back with the warm water in a minute .
The stone is a prehistoric log . It was turned to stone millions of years ago .
Really ? It's unbelievable .
But it's the truth .
Do you have Ginkgo trees here ?
We don't have them here , I'm afraid . Ginkgo trees grow well only in cold weather .
What are these trees opposite to the pine trees ?
They are poplar trees . They are widely used in our lives .
I think I know that .
Yes , assuming there's been no damage to the apartment . Before you move in , you can make a list of any marks , scratches , and so forth that are already there .
All right . Here's the lease and the check for the deposit .
Great . You can move in next Monday . Your first month's rent is due then .
Absolutely ! It says there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface . It's just a matter of how deep it is .
Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to Groh simple plants ?
The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything . And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation .
Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ?
I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs .
One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ?
Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4 . 5 billion years ago .
But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans .
I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know .
I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there .
But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness , food storage , and a series of physiological effects .
Don ' t chicken out ! Come on !
I think that I might like it , but I am still thinking about it .
What is it about this job that appeals to you ?
I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved .
Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider .
I am also wondering about the pay .
Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ?
I am thinking that might be the case .
I think you should give it a shot . What do you have to lose ? You can always change your mind .
Ok , would you like a phone with camera and MP3 player ?
Yes please . And I ' d like to be able to make video calls too .
Your duty is to keep a check on those prisoners from now on .
Yes , sir .
Right . Like our LPF program . The mortgage size is linked with the amount of savings households have accumulated on their LPF accounts .
Indeed , it's unfair . Households with higher salaries receive larger LPF contributions and thus qualify for larger loans . Lower-income households , on the other hand , can only get smaller loans , or perhaps nothing if they could not afford to purchase any housing .
Like you and me !
OK , I'm going to get iTunes and download some Vanilla Ice songs .
Awesome . You'll see that they are really catchy .
They are very nice , you know .
Really ?
And not expensive either .
Oh . I don't care about that .
Everybody's buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they are very fashionable , you see .
I'm afraid I'm not interested in fashion . There are so many other really important things in the world .
It seems that English already is the main global language . Does the article suggest that there should be an artificial language like Esperanto as the world language .
Actually , it suggest English . The main argument is that English is already being studied as a second language in most countries-china , India , mexico , Nigeria , Pakistan , and japan . So beginning again with a language like Esperanto would be wasteful . The second argument is that English is used in modern technology far more that any other language . Most emails are sent in English and the vast majority of website use English .
Does the article say anything about other language ? How will they survive in an English-speaking world ?
The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language .
Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ' t suddenly going to stop using those languages .
Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers .
In that case , I shall continue to learning a few basic phrases in other languages .
You said it . Let ' s ask him to work in our bank .
Great minds think alike .
It was not just that . I didn ' t like them because they never fitted me .
Oh , this way please . What size do you wear ?
Size 41 . I want something in dark flannel .
How about this one ?
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ?
All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ?
It looks good . But can I try it on ?
Of course . Let me help you .
Thanks . It ' s comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ?
$ 280 .
Ok . I'll take it . Here ' s the money .
Yes , I can't sleep well every night .
You should get plenty of sleep .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
Well , I was just wondering . . . you see , I know I ' Ve used up all my vacation days this year , but my sister is getting married , and the wedding is overseas , and , well . . .
You wanna take some time off , is that right ?
Well , sir , I was just hoping that I might be able to take some unpaid leave this year .
What dates are you planning on taking off ? I ' ll need at least two months notice , so that I can plan for your absence .
I was thinking of taking off from September first until the thirtieth . Would you be okay with that ?
Well , I guess so .
What working experience have you got ?
In 2004 , I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou . I started a sales representative . A year later , I was promoted to the position of sales manager . I had that job ever since , which is just over a year now .
Oh , good . Irene , can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant ? Don't you like your present job ?
Frankly , some part of it I enjoy very much , but I prefer something more professional . It happens that I have a friend working here in this company . She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant . I felt very excited at this news . That's why I'm here .
Oh , you don't have anything smaller ?
No , I'm sorry . That's all I have . Unless you take a credit card .
Oh , sure . Credit card is fine .
Could you tell me the usual procedures to handle such a case ?
Yes , on the shipper's side , when the cargos arrives , all relevant documents will be forwarded to the consignee . Among other things , this party has to check carefully the content of the packing list and weight list . When cargos are found to be damaged of short landed , this party has to call for a joint survey by representatives of the shipping company and the insurance agent . Based on the survey report , they will lodge a clam for compensation .
If you act as our representative what would you do to safeguard our interest ?
I think , first of all , I would ask the consignee to produce survey report on loading , if they can't produce that I would suggest them to refer the case to their shipper . Meanwhile , bad weather could be agood excuse to refuse the responsibility .
Are you able to operate the telex ?
Yes , I used to dispatch telex to shippers and the consignee to inform them of changes of our schedule and other information .
Now can you tell me if you have a good command of both written and spoken English ?
When I was college , I passed Band Six of College English Test . All the foreign business men I've dealt with say my English is quite good .
If you are selected for the position , you must prepare to travel overseas frequently .
No problem , I love it . Thank you for granting me the interview .
I see . When did it start ?
It started yesterday . I didn't eat any supper .
Have you got a temperature ?
I think so . I feel very hot .
Let's see . Yes . You ' Ve got quite a high temperature .
I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts .
Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu .
Is it serious ?
No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine .
How often must I take it ?
Three times a day after meals .
Thank you , Doctor . Goodbye .
Of course , Sir . What kind of currency would you like to deposit ? And what is the amount you would like to pay in ?
10,000 Japanese yen .
OK , Sir . Would that be Fixed or Current Deposit ?
Fixed .
And how long are you depositing for ?
For one year , that's what I usually do . Better interest , you know .
Actually , uh , I made it myself ...
You did ? Wow ! Where did you learn ... ?
Sorry , but I've gotta run . Enjoy your food , and ring the service button if you need anything else !
what is it like living in on-campus housing ?
it's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it .
did you have to pay a deposit ?
no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
how long is your contract for ?
that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
have you started looking again yet ?
not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
It's very nice .
May I ask you for a dance ?
Certainly .
You are doing the waltz wonderfully well .
Thanks . I'm glad you say so . Oh , the music has stopped .
Then open that window . Yeah , that one .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
Which city are you staying in right now ? And the name of your hotel ?
I'm in Beijing , at the Weston Hotel .
Do you have your passport with you ? Or do you by any chance know the number ?
I don't have it to hand , but I know the number . It's 16211469 9 . Can you do anything , like stop the card for example ?
Let me repeat that back to you , 16211469 9 . That's just what I've done , Mr Kowalski , I've stopped your card temporarily .
But , what do I do if I need cash ?
You can go to any branch of IBA and request the Emergency Assistance Service . Everything will be taken care of , there's no need to worry .
Thank you so much . I'll find the nearest branch and come in tomorrow . Thanks again for all of your help .
You really shouldn't be lifting this by yourself .
I know , but there was nobody else .
Yes , I ' m pleased to see that you also got a distinction .
Yes that ' s right . I ' Ve always enjoyed studying . My friends say I ' m a bit of a bookworm , but my father always pushed us to succeed school .
Well , it looks like his encouragement paid off Rebecca . So how about extracurricular activities at University ?
Well I ' Ve always been keen on writing , so I became the editor for the University student newspaper , which I really loved . Also I volunteered for a group called Shelter , to help the homeless in York .
What did that involve ?
Providing warm meals and shelter , especially in the winter months . I found it really fulfilling to be part of that group .
I ' m sure . Okay , now let ' s move on to your work experience , shall we ?
Yes , okay .
Which school are you studying at ?
Tsinghua University .
Is there a problem ?
I would like to reschedule .
That shouldn't be a problem .
Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
Yes , will that be possible ?
What time would you like us to deliver it ?
Is 2:30 Okay ?
Your delivery has been confirmed .
Thank you , and I'm sorry for the change of plans .
Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have fish or meat ?
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
It ' s okay sir , calm down . What happened ?
I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
There's an action movie with Harrison Ford and a chick flick with Susan Abandon .
I've never seen a movie I don't like that had Harrison Ford in it .
So , is that a yes ?
Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ?
It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main .
Great ! I have a coupon for free popcorn at that theater !
Come on . We ' Ve been through this already ! Look , I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here , but we agreed that you were gonna try and deal with it .
I was . It ' s just that the holidays are coming up and I won ' t be able to home because I can ' t afford the airfare . I ' m just longing for some of the comforts of home , like my mom ' s cooking and being around my family .
Yeah , it can get pretty lonely over the holidays . When I first got here , I ' d get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home . I almost let it get to me , but then I started going out , keeping myself busy and before I knew it , I was used to to it .
I see what you mean , but I ' m still bummed out .
OK . how does this sound . let ' s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there !
You know , I could really go for that . You don ' t mind being my wingman for tonight ?
Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ' night out ... well kinda ...
Great ! I must warn you though , whatever happens , don ' t let me go on a drinking binge . Trust me , it ' s not a pretty picture !
Have you thought about another job ?
That's what's hanging on my mind recently .
Do you want an international money order or a banker's draft ?
I'd like a banker's draft please . It's not really urgent .
I know . But we could get some exercise in , and we could get some errands run , too . Window-shopping won ' t cost you anything .
What kind of errands do we need to run ?
Well , we could go to the newsagent's to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher's to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist's to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I'll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
Fine , we'll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
Sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We're only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
Ok , let's go then !
Do you have any money ?
For what ?
For our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
You said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
This is the room 1425 , we asked for the room service an hour ago .
we are very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience .
What's the matter ?
We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes
Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ?
I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most .
ha , well , we have no choice .
It will be Sunday so I expected everything will be closed .
No . I don ' t think that ' s possible . Some places are sure to be open .
But the bank should be closed so we shouldn't to be able to get any money .
Mmm , you may be right .
Do you think we ' ll need our overcoats ?
No . We couldn ' t possibly .
Why not ?
It will be summer . So it will be hot .
Is that very likely in England ?
Yes . It could happen .
I'm going to try to leave by ten .
Take care and give my best to your parents .
Good-bye . Hope to see you soon again next year .
Don't forget to call us if you're in Tokyo .
There are another six stops .
We are arriving at Tiananmen . Please get ready for your arrival .
Is it Wangfujing ?
No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing .
OK .
Please get ready .
Thank you .
We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready .
Is this where I get off ?
Yes .
Is it gonna to rain tomorrow ?
I have checked the weather report . It says it will be cloudy , but no rain .
Just take my umbrella in case of rain .
Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food .
Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain .
Me , too , haha .
Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand .
All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office .
It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair .
OK , after we finish our preparation , we'll go to the supermarket .
Well , you've come to the right place . What kind of watch are you looking for ?
Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ?
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
That's all right . Thank you .
Welcome here again .
I haven't been able to watch my cable for the past week .
Right now the cable isn't working .
Could you tell me when it will be back on ?
The cable should be running again in a couple of days .
In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience .
Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ?
It'll be free until it comes back on .
Thanks , I appreciate your help .
Thank you for all your patience .
Well , we'll certainly miss you here .
I am going to miss you , too .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I will write to you as soon as I get there .
What's the news ?
According to the newspaper , the town was razed by an earthquake and more than 10 thousand people died in the earthquake .
It's horrible .
Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area .
Yes . How about donating some money ?
It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ?
Just find the answer through Internet .
Yes , let's do it now .
No . I should be grateful if you could see your way to make an advance against my personal reputation . You may inspect my accounts . From my accounts you can see that I've promptly met all my obligations .
We do not allow any request for a loan against personal security . This is a common regulation . But we may consider it if you can provide a reliable guarantor .
Yes , I can . You know Mr . Macready , the famous car dealer here in New York . He agreed to act as my guarantor of a loan in the sum of US $ l0 , 000 until the end of this year .
Good . He is a man of high standing . I think we can grant the loan you need after some further discussion . But I suggest you borrow on overdraft instead of on loan .
Seriously . The only tax I don't mind them taking is social security . It's only a few dollars every paycheck .
Yeah , I don't mind it either . We ' ll both end up rich slobs and not need it , but what if we do , you know ?
Yeah . It won't be much , but at least we ' ll have a monthly check when we get old .
Yeah , my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive .
Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it .
Really ? No , they couldn't . None of them would have jobs if they did .
I'm Mary . I want to say I really admire the software you're designed .
Easy stuff . But thanks . And the admiration is mutual .
It is ?
You're selling invoking subscriptions like nobody's business . And we don't even have a working demo yet .
I can't take the credit for that . I'm just Zina's assistant . She's the pro .
Are you sure she is the right girl ?
Sure . She is the ideal girl , the one I had dreamed of .
What type of girl is she ?
She is the mature , stable , feminine type . I hope one day I can marry her .
Oh , that's great . You're serious this time .
But you two used to do everything together . I thought you really enjoyed each other's company .
We did , but since she started her new job , all she does is hang out with her new friends from work .
Can't you hang out with them , too ?
I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out .
Maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you .
I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her .
It can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you .
You're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore .
She's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend .
I've given her enough time . I'm over it now .
I still think you two should try to patch things up .
I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways .
I didn't know you knew how to draw and paint .
I do it every once in a while .
How long have you known how to do that ?
I first learned how to do it in high school .
Did you take some sort of art class or something ?
That was my favorite class .
You have got to be talented .
Thanks .
If only I was talented .
You have a talent . You just don't know what it is yet .
Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 . My reservation begins on the second Monday of April .
I see your reservation on my computer . Let me just cancel it , and you'll be all set !
Thanks . I'll call again when things get better at home .
You're welcome .
Would you like a window seat ?
Yes , if any one is available . But not over the wing .
I am sorry , there is no window seat in the non-smoking room .
It doesn't matter , I will take an aisle seat .
What kind of fees ?
I ' m asking about overdraft fees .
You have to pay a small fee every time you overdraft .
What ' s the fee ?
The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft .
How is that a small fee ?
That fee should keep you from overdrafting .
I ' ll say .
Do you have any more questions ?
I don ' t need to know anything else . Thank you .
Not so good . Lots of complains .
Really ? I thought I was doing well .
Your performance so far is not quite in line with what we expect for our executives . I hope I ' Ve made my point .
You are so lucky .
Why do you say that ?
Why ? Are you kidding me ? A guy like that is hard to find . Few boys are so caring , so patient , and did I mention he is hottie ?
You really think so ?
Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ' s head over heels in love with you , too .
I sure hope so .
OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys !
How about As Long as You Love Me ? You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
The door bell doesn't work , there's no hot water , and the building is falling apart .
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we couldn't put up with it , and would have moved out .
Sure .
Yes . It's a prototype of our new product . It has got more advantages than the second did .
When is the product going to be on the market ?
It will be released next month .
So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages .
We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold .
Well , it's sounding good ! I'm looking forward to that .
Do you think it'll work ?
I'm not sure .
Oh dear , I forgot to bring it .
Not too worry , so tell me about yourself .
Thank you , Jack . To be frank , I'd rather forget my birthday .
Don't be silly .
You'd better take some medicine and have a good rest . I hope you'll be yourself pretty soon .
Thank you . I suppose I should go to see a doctor .
A pipe in my apartment is leaking .
Where is the pipe ?
The pipe is in my bathroom .
Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ?
The pipe has been leaking for a couple days .
You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ?
Yes , I ' m aware of that .
Is that all right ?
I just need the problem fixed .
I ' ll get started on it now .
I want to know if I am doing OK .
Let's pull out your scores so far . Do you think you are doing OK ?
I am afraid that I might not be doing all that well .
I'm seeing that you are doing OK in some areas , but not so well in others .
I think I could take better notes and read a little more .
You can greatly improve your grades by always reflecting on what you can improve on .
I'm working on it !
Just do your best and I am sure that you will see improvement .
You are meeting trouble halfway , I guess .
Many things are troubling me . I don't know whether I should come and go .
That's where the shoe pinches .
Maybe you should try to quit smoking . You know it is very bad for your health .
Well , sure it is . Actually , I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago . I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day . Now I limit it to 6 cigarettes a day .
You have made a big progress . Quitting smoking is not an easy job . But it will be rewarding in the long run .
Thank you for your suggestion .
You ' re welcome .
Yes , traffic wasn't much today , so I made it to the office earlier .
I see . How long does it take you to reach the office every day ?
Well , about an hour or so .
Wow , that ' s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ?
No . I take public transportation . It's safer .
You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle .
Well , both have advantages and disadvantages .
It ' s hard to commute a long way .
Sure it is . I really hate to get caught in a traffic jam .
That ' s too much .
Dear , forgive me . I won ' t do that again .
Yes , that would be good !
We need to think about what she might like . What are her interests ?
If I remember right , she likes music , skiing , and reading .
You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ?
Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are .
Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert .
Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now .
Good ! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift .
Yeah , and they know exactly what the audiences have in mind . Everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up the social ladder all the way to the highest in society .
That ' s why the program has attracted so many star-wanna-bes .
But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days . There's no such program on this year .
Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal .
No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite .
And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' .
The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' .
I think producers are underestimating the audience . They should think of better ways to entertain the general public .
I'm reading about Michael Milliken , the Bond King .
Didn't he sell worthless stocks to people or something ? He got arrested for that , didn't he ?
He got arrested all right .
If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison .
Yup , that's him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless .
I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He's still a millionaire .
That's the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail .
I know . And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years .
Yup , you got it . Criminals in America do a lot better if they're white-collar thieves .
So what's Michael Milliken up to these days ?
He's giving lectures on business at colleges .
But I exercise at the club . And I use the stepping machine . So I need good running shoes .
That's not the same . Maybe you want to buy running-shoe-style shoes , but not real running shoes .
What's the difference ?
There isn't much difference . But there is some difference . For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive . They have very lightweight materials . They ' re designed for serious runner
And what are running-shoe-style shoes ?
They look like running shoes . They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too . But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners . You can use them for exerce
But they aren't as light , right ?
That's right . If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe .
That's what I want . For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care .
But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money .
My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too .
Well , do what you like . There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though . You don't have to buy the most expensive .
I want the best . My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet .
Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ?
No , but she exercises more than me .
I really think you are stubborn about some things . But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes .
Here it is . This is what my sister has .
Yes , that's it . That's their top model .
I wonder if they have my size .
Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ?
Here in America , it's six .
Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars . Wow , what a waste of money !
It's none of your business . Let me try them on .
Are you buckled up ?
All right . Now what do I do ?
Start the car .
Which way do you want me to go ?
Take a left .
How far do you want me to go ?
I'll tell you when to stop .
Just make sure to tell me beforehand .
We're back now , so why don't you try parking ?
Well , that was fun . Let's do it again soon .
why ? I think cats are ok .
I can ' t bear being near cats . They don ' t seem to like me either .
I like wild animals . I don ' t like spiders and snakes . I think spiders and snakes are disgusting .
I ' m fond of snakes . I think they ' re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ' s because they have so many legs .
I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur .
I agree . I ' m carry about mice . I think they ' re so cute !
really ? I don ' t see the attraction . I ' m afraid of mice .
Will the bus pick up the tourists from hotels ?
Of course . You don't have to come here and we will drop you off at your hotel .
Woo , that's quite convenient .
Yes , we do . Do you have any specific needs ?
Well , I am thinking about redesigning my kitchen .
Do you prefer some specific style ?
Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design .
What kind of color tones do you like ?
Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright .
I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ?
I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing .
Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it .
No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ?
Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ?
Of course . This is my card . See you then .
So romantic . Young people must have lot of fun .
Yeah , that is the holiday is hot , isn't it ?
What time will you be home ?
Around 6 o'clock .
The worker stadium .
This is the right bus .
Do you let me know where to get off ?
Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ' ll call out the stops .
Thank you .
Here is the thing . I was woke up by strange noises of the telephone several times last night . Even I unplugged it , it wouldn't stop beeping . I am also not satisfied with the housekeeping service in my room . So I want to change to a cleaner and quieter room .
I apologize for everything disturbing you . We will give another room to you right now . Please wait a moment .
Yes , lots of time . I was quite impressed by the wide variety of exhibitions they have .
Let's go . It sounds interesting .
Good choice ! Our ground beef is extra lean , if you know what I mean .
Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ?
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Show me the fastest way to get there .
Instead of walking . you can take this shuttle to get you there faster .
Do you think the plane will leave without me ?
No , I'll call the attendants at the gate to tell them that you are on your way .
Thank you so much . I really appreciate that .
Well , maybe the net is slow now . Try it again .
I am used to editing with Word 2003 , and there are many pictures in the book .
It's beyond question . You can save it the same as a document .
I merely know how to send the direct letter . But I am not familiar with the attachment .
It's the same as usual . The only difference lies in that you need to paste the book as an attachment .
Can I mail the book if it is a large file ?
There are limitations to the capacity of an E-mail . Commonly it's no more than 4 MB .
What if it exceeds the capacity ?
You can divide it into several documents to mail . Or you can download the mentioned software from the warning .
Yes , It's very great .
Mary's father is a rich man , isn't he ?
You are right , Mary's father is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . I think he must spend much money .
Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ?
Yes . Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet .
Oh , I'll try to catch it .
He sounds like a sick cow !
Can we adjust the pitch a little ? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key .
I already tried that . Nothing seems to help .
Hey ! Where are you going ... ?
Coing out for a walk .
Oh , what happened , Carole ?
I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get the class .
Can you introduce him to me ?
Sure .
Sure . What ' s your favorite number ?
How about 560 436 4040 .
I ' m sorry . This number has already been registered .
How about 560-436-8976 ?
This number is ok . It ' s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ?
As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ?
Sure .
Thanks .
I don't think it was the problem with your hands , you did several excellent spares . You have no problem with your hands .
Then why couldn't I get strike on the first ball ?
The problem is you are too nervous . You want to have a strike so much , so you deliver the ball too hard . And when it comes to the I second roll , there's no pressure . That's why you could bowl all those spares .
Really ? I will try again .
I need to get there before ten . Can we make it ?
I can ' t promise , but I ' ll do my best .
After a week , you ' ll be running around here like a pro . Let me give you this list of departments first , next to each department is its location and the name of the manager .
Great -- That ' ll be big help , Ms . Green .
Your English is fluent .
Thank you .
How do you think of the weather today ?
I don't like the weather like this . Cold and rainy . Hope it become sunny as soon as possible .
I expected that something might get broken . That doesn ' t bother me . That spilled drink won ' t leave a stain , will it ?
I doubt it , I'll deal with it right away . Luckily it wasn ' t a glass of red wine , I ' ll just get a bowl of water and a cloth .
I ' m going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag .
Afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks .
Yes , he ' s very good .. isn ' t he ? He told some funny stories too .
Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being very serious .
I think that she had a litter too much of the punch .
What did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong .
That ' s my little secret . Did you like the snacks that I prepared ?
Very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ' t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves .
That cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ' s that stain ?
All cleaned up . Are you ready to start on the washing up ?
You're right . Girls love Barbie . Show me a Barbie doll .
Take a look at the newest Barbie -- Digital Barbie .
She's beautiful . What's the price for Digital Barbie ?
Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29 . 95 plus tax .
Only $ 29 . 95 ? I'll buy it , of course .
Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ?
Thank you , but no . This will do it for now .
Tax brings your total to $ 32 . 42 . How would you like to pay ?
Cash , please .
Here's your change . Thank you .
Couldn ' t be better . And you ?
Just as usual , you know .
Why not ?
I've been snowed under with since my bosses away on business .
I'm so bored . I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning .
Me too . Do you think we are boring people ?
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
I'm afraid you can't smoke here .
Why not ?
Can't you see the notes here ?
I'm sorry . I can't . What does the note say .
It says ' No smoking ' .
Sorry , I'm very near sighted .
A lot , like the party I'm having on Friday .
Well , that's cool .
Will you be able to make it ?
I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry .
What do you have to do ?
I'm having dinner with my family
Maybe you can come next time .
I'll make sure and come to your next party .
I'll look for you at my next party .
I'll be there .
I feel like we've been on this bus forever .
That's true .
Are you sure we weren't supposed to get off already ?
I don't know .
I thought you knew where we get off at .
I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop .
Seriously ?
Yeah , we definitely missed our stop .
That's the last time I get on a bus with you .
My bad . sorry !
It ' s about six or seven miles . That ' s about ten kilometers .
That sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall .
Right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
Then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
We can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
This path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
Yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
Then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
That ' s right .
How long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
That ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
Yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
Where did you buy it ?
In Boston .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bought the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Do you qualify for any of the Federal loan programs ?
Yes , but I need to borrow some more money .
Well . In that case we can offer you a private educational loan .
What's the interest rate ?
It's 7 . 2 % , fixed-rate loan .
How do I go about taking it out ?
Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify .
All right , thank you !
B , your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer files to the person who wants them . Is that difficult ?
It's easy . Is there anything I can do for you , sir ?
Well . I have nearly forgotten . Mr Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me , but I will be very busy at that time . If he calls , you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week .
I will leave a memo for you , sir .
What part of the film do you like best ?
Well , the scene of the hero's struggle with enemies impressed me the most .
I loved it , too . To tell you the truth , I even dropped tears .
Actually , tears also came to my eyes .
It has got this year's Oscar Award .
It deserves it . The film gave us a lot of inspiration .
What ' s the weather looking like today , Kenny ?
Well , it ' s a bit of a mixed bag in Utah today . we ' Ve got heavy cloud cover here in Northern Utah , and we ' re calling for scattered showers throughout the day , with a day-time high of forty-five degrees . Now , if we move down to the south of the state , we can see that a cold front is moving in . We can expect clear skies , but it will be quite cold , with temperatures hovering around the thirty degree mark .
It ' s a chilly day folks , so don ' t forget your coats ! What about tomorrow Kenny ? Do you have good news for us ?
Well , it ' ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah . we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South . we ' ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees .
You heard it folks ! It ' s gonna be a cold one !
That ' s right Bill . We will have more later on today on the six o ' clock news . That ' s the weather forecast for this morning .
Well ... hum . You are sure you won ' t lose control of yourself ?
Sometimes it's wise to be direct with people . Come on , just tell me . Don't beat around the bush , please !
Well . Since you ' d like an honest answer , I will tell you the truth .
Alright . What is that you want to tell me ?
We ' Ve won two free tickets to Hawaii for a seven-day vacation !
What ? Are you serious ? Oh , my gosh ! There will be guys everywhere .
I don ' t know how to use it .
What are you talking about ?
I have never used an ATM before .
I can show you how to use it .
How do I use it ?
You need to push your card into the machine .
What ' s next ?
Enter your PIN .
What else do I have to do ?
Every option you can choose will appear on the screen . That ' s about it .
How long have you been married ?
I have been married for three years .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are four people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My husband , my mother-in-law , my daughter and I .
I get together with my Christian brothers on Saturdays .
Oh , my God ! John , I didn ' t know you are religious . You just look like a scientific kook , like Leonard in the Big Bang Theory .
Come on , Han Maimed , don ' t make a fuss . A lot of Americans , including many scientists , believe in religion .
But I ' m really surprised . I thought science and religion are not compatible , are they ?
Yes , they are compatible . Actually , the U . S . is both the most developed and the most religious country in the world .
I've heard about it a little bit before , but I don ' t understand . How can people believe in God since they know God doesn't exist ?
That ' s a little complicated . You ' ll get to know it when you are acquainted with the U . S . history later on . Religion was and is a part of American people ' s life . Guess what ? Even Harvard University , which is a highly academic institution , is in a sense the product of religion .
Really ?
Absolutely ! It was founded by a group of Puritan immigrants from England .
Why was it founded by the Puritans ? Where were the atheistic educators ?
Because most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans .
How come ? I mean why most of them were religious people ?
That ' s because in the 16th and 17th century , there was a series of religious reforms in England . Many religious separatists were persecuted and fled to other countries .
So , you mean people didn't enjoy religious freedom in England ?
Yes , that's why Puritans moved to the New World , where they believed they could establish a heaven for Puritans . Later on , it was these Puritans who founded Harvard College .
Why did they want to found a college ?
Many Puritans had received classic style of higher education in Oxford University and Cambridge University back in England . They hoped that their descendants could receive this kind of education as well .
Oh , I see .
Actually Harvard was first named ' New College ' , without a formal name .
When did it begin to be called Harvard University ?
In 1639 , it was renamed after its major benefactor John Harvard . Interestingly , JohnHarvard himself was a clergyman .
It seems that Harvard was predestined to be influenced by religion .
Therefore , it ' s not exaggerate to claim that had there not been religion , there would note Harvard .
Wow , I didn ' t know that religion had played such an important role in Harvard history .
Religion has been playing an indispensible part in Harvard history as well as the U . S .
I finally begin to get to know Harvard . It seems that my knowledge of Harvard is rather poor . I have a lot work to do before applying for Harvard .
Remember that Harvard is a part of the United States . So you have to know the U . S . history and culture if you want to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard . The two are closely related .
That ' s right . I have a lot to learn from you .
You can ask me any question at any time .
Yes . There are trains at 7 fifty-nine , 9 eighteen , 10 thirty-two and 11 fifty-five .
What time does the 7 fifty-nine get to London ?
At 9 thirty-six . And the 9 eighteen gets to London at 9 fifty-five , the 10 thirty-two at 11 nine .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19 and the next is at 19 forty .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Oh , sorry to hear that . Listen , I ' Ve got a rush order . Can you help me out ?
We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better . We won't sacrifice quality for quick profits .
Well , we're really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want .
Great , I'm glad we'll be able to do business together . I'll have some quotations ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . As well , would you mind if I asked to see the Loyd's surveyor report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
I ' m surprised to hear that . I thought you had some very good suggestions .
so did i . I ran the ideas by a few people before the meeting and their ideas seemed to have the supports of some people .
so what happened in the meeting ?
one or two people didn ' t take to my ideas very well . That was to be expected . The worst thing was that the people who said the idea were good before the meeting didn ' t support me during the meeting .
I wonder why not . We could always revise the suggestions , to take into account any objections .
that ' s good advice , but I ' m not confident that even revised proposals will be accepted .
may I make a suggestion ?
sure . I ' m open to any reasonable suggestions .
Is there a chance you could contact the client confidentially and see what they think ? If they like your ideas , perhaps they could put them forward as their own proposals . You won ' t get credit for ide
I ' m not sure that ' s a good idea .
go on . Take a chance . You could just hint at your idea . The client should be smart enough to take a hint .
We need to maximize the chances that our site will be at the top of search engine lists , but I'm not sure how to do it .
We've got to put more buzz words into the page text , so it will pop up when people search about our kind of products .
Yeah , you're right . We've got to get the most popular phrases there ... How else can we boost site traffic ?
I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out .
I guess we could also put out a few advertisements for our website inside of the search engine . I would like to find the most effective way to let people know about our site and our products .
It is Train No . 249 . It will depart in four hours .
It is not too late . Pass your ticket to me , please .
How much is the cancellation fee ?
Five Yuan .
Thanks .
OK .
Here is your working place . Nancy will come to show you how to set up the telephones . I'm going to call her now so that you can get started . Is that OK ?
Yes , that's OK . I'm glad to get started .
If you have any further questions , just ask me .
OK . Thank you very much .
You are welcome . Have a nice day .
They'll be done before the end of the week .
Good .
Now , all this is available to you , as far as you make payment within a 30 day grace period . That shouldn't be a problem , right ?
No ... We shouldn't have any problem with that . I know we talked about a possibility for 90 days , but we won't be needing that after your discounted price .
So , if all this is agreeable to you , I'll put it all down on paper and fax a contract to you this afternoon . If you can get a signed version of the contract we've agreed upon back to me by tomorrow morning , we can go ahead and make arrangements to ship the product on Tuesday .
Great !
What do you think the problem was ?
Well , they are pretty new . I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet .
How did you feel about the food ?
The food wasn't all that exciting .
I don't think that the service was good , either .
Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience .
Would you like to return to this restaurant ?
Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down .
Mom , you always think of me as a child .
Yes , because a real man doesn't need Mom to worry about him so much . He can do things by himself .
Sure !
Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous .
Superman is not afraid of any danger .
Do you remember the rules of road safety ?
What ?
Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side .
Don't play on the street or make any noise .
Yes , so you still remember , ah .
Dear Mom , please permit of superman's naughty .
Oh , how nice . They ' re bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
A nice quiet house is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , gentleman . Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK .
That sounds just wonderful to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about this afternoon ?
Fine . I'll be expecting you around two .
He is not young as he looks . I think he's almost sixty .
Really ? He looks so young .
I absolutely must have this house and will pay three hundred and fifty thousand dollars or more .
It is best to start a little low on the first bid to allow for a counter-offer . How about offering three hundred and twenty thousand dollars ?
I hope that the owners aren ' t insulted by that offer .
Your offering price is not out-of-line . The owners will either take it or make a counter-offer .
Does it usually take very long for the owners to get back to you with an acceptance ?
It usually doesn ' t take very long for owners to respond to an offer .
Should I be in touch with my bank to tell them to get the loan papers ready ?
The only thing you should do now is relax . You already are pre-qualified for your loan .
So you are happy that you made the decision to join us .
I surely am . But still there is one single problem .
What's that ?
I eat more and more these days . And it puts even more weight on me .
It's not good to start with too much work-out at the beginning . What about trying something else ?
I'd love to do that . What do you recommend ?
More and more people are warm up to Yoga these days . Do you want to have a try ?
Do you think it's a good option for health and relaxation ?
Absolutely . But it takes great perseverance to master .
I can so that .
Here is a free class going on right over there . Go and join them .
How did it go ?
Everything was okay when it started , but the music made me drowsy . So I think I may have dozed off for a minute over there .
There ' s a problem with your card .
What ' s wrong with it ?
I believe it was declined .
You ' re kidding me !
Do you have another card I could try ?
I only have one card .
Do you have cash , perhaps ?
I don ' t have any cash on me .
You ' re not going to be able to take these items today .
I ' ll be back tomorrow .
That sounds good . You order the beer while I go to the bathroom . Where is the can in this place ?
It's all the way to the back . See that yellow door ?
Yeah . I think I can find it .
You're back already . That sure was quick .
That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me .
Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time .
Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway .
Okay , let's go !
Well , this company can be dated back to 1893 , so it has a hundred years of history .
Really ? That is amazing .
Do you mind my sharing the same table with you ?
Of course not . There are so many people here today .
Yes . I can't even find a seat .
Well , we'll certainly miss you in Boston .
I'm going to miss you folks , too .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I'll drop you a line as soon as I get there .
Well , I would be happy to assist you in choosing the perfect gift for her . Is there anything particular that you have in mind ?
No , not really ... I ' m completely at a loss .
Well , you can give her a set of pearl earrings , or this beautiful heart-shaped pendant . What is her favorite gemstone ?
That purple one . I ' m sorry ... I ' Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ' m kind of nervous .
Don ' t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ' s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ' s a great statement piece .
Oh ... wow . That ' s really pretty . Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ?
We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece -- it ' s both glamorous yet functional . If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her .
Jess ? Well , she ' s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ' s very feminine ...
Perhaps you could give her a ring ?
Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ' Ve just been so nervous .
Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose !
Okay , I ' Ve decided . I ' m going to pop the question !
Fabulous ! We should look at engagement rings then ! Now that ' s a whole other section .
Oh ! I hate rainy days !
Me , too . I'm always in low spirits when it rains . Are you going out tomorrow ?
Yes . I have to drive to Washington D . C .
What bad luck !
Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ?
Yeah , maybe you are right !
It's a small blue case and it's got a zip . There's a label on the handle with my name and address on it .
Is this case yours ?
No , that's not mine .
What about this one ? This one's got a label .
Let me see it .
What's you name and address ?
David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street .
That's right . D . N . Hall . 83 . Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Hey !
What ' s the matter ?
This case doesn't belong to me ! You've given me the wrong case !
You've just scratched my car . Oh , God , a paint was scratched off .
Where ? my car ?
No , mine !
Thank goodness !
I've just had it repainted .
That's terrible .
I am sorry to say this , sir , but you should've been more careful .
I apologize for that . But the space is too small .
What about the damage to my car ? What are you gonna do about that ?
Can we solve this later ? I am calling the insurance company .
OK . I gotta call mine too .
You bet . I was supposed to call my mother an hour ago .
In that case , here , you go first .
You missed a really good game .
Oh , really ? Who won ?
Our school did . They played really well .
Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go .
Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting .
So what was the score ?
The score was 101-98 .
Man , that was a really close game .
That's what made it so great .
I'll make sure and make it to the next one .
I'm sorry . He's not here right now .
What time will he be back ?
Around five thirty .
This afternoon ?
Yes . May I ask who's calling ?
This is his friend , Greg .
Okay . I'll tell him you called .
Thanks .
What's the reason that people prefer to read this one ?
I think perhaps the news stories in it are truthful and accurate . It also has a special page about the stock market ; maybe this is the real reason for its popularity . Many people are now speculating in the stock market .
I can predict it will have the largest circulation in one or two years .
All right , then . There is one at the new concert hall .
Who's playing ?
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
Great , we don't expect any big problems to happen .
I see .
I hope so . We have planed to visit the square but we have to cancel it .
I think you can go to visit the museum . It's worth seeing . You can go to the square some other time .
Good idea . Thanks a billion .
Is the traffic bad in the city centre ?
Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
That's wonderful . I want to stay for 2 days .
OK , we will make it ready for you .
Thank you .
I think that it's going to rain .
I hope that it does rain .
You like the rain ?
The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it .
I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner .
I love most how it is at night after it rains .
How come ?
You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains .
I would love for it to rain today .
I would too .
Wow !
Do you like sports , Janice ?
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Where are you from ?
I am from China .
Did you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
Would you open this suitcase , please ?
Sure .
Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ?
Yup .
Is this camera a gift for someone ?
No , it's my camera for personal use .
You have to pay tax for this camera .
No , please don't . It's is for my personal use .
You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera .
Almost all are for my friends in the States .
My name is Paul . Is Mr . Smith in ?
Yes , he is .
May I have your name , please ?
John Bradley .
Just a moment , sir , while I look through our list . Yes , we do have a reservation for you , Mr . Bradley . Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you ?
Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ?
Sure . Here you are .
What should I fill in under the room number ?
You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on .
Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly .
Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ?
Oct 24th .
Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk .
Ok , I will take good care of it .
And now if you are ready Mr . Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room .
Yes , I am ready . Thank you .
I hope you enjoy your stay with us .
I will try .
Why don't you ask them to buy you a PC ? You will soon use it at college .
That's a dandy idea . Thank you for reminding me .
Where did you end up going ?
Because it's off-season , we got a really good package deal to Paris , so we went there .
I've always wanted to go to Paris . The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world ! Did you go to the top ?
That was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ?
Sure . What's this one a picture of ?
Oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city .
You don't look very happy in that picture .
No , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces !
So what did you do ?
We spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel .
My travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ?
Of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though .
That's what everyone says ! I can't wait to see it for myself some day .
Take your time .
I read it myself on the financial page . They ' re really going to join together . U-Tunes was bought out by Murphy's , they will take over the company as of next month .
The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes . Otherwise why would they allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy ?
I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keep up the cutthroat competition . If you can't beat'em , join'em .
Actually , you'll know our products better after the visit . I'll show you around and explain the operations as we go along .
That'll be most helpful .
Maybe we could start with the Design Department . And then we could look at the production line .
How much do you spend on design development every year .
About 10 % of the gross sales .
That's fine .
Can you find some way for an earlier delivery ?
How's this then ? We propose partial shipment . We can ship whatever is ready to meet your urgent need instead of waiting for the whole lot to get ready .
Sounds like a good idea .
We propose to deliver 50 % in June and the balance in Aug .
I agree with your proposal .
Anything else ?
Don ' t boast and don ' t be modest .
What do you mean by this ? You can ' t do the two things at the same time .
Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ' re competent . Don ' t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ' re talking big .
I see .
Try to be natural , alert and interested .
You ' Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much .
My pleasure . Good luck to you .
It certainly is . You can do almost anything with it , anytime , anywhere .
How would I go about applying for this service ?
All you need to do is sign up at any one of our branches and you can use the service right away .
That's so simple . I'll come by my local branch later this afternoon and get it set up . Thank you very much , Tina .
It's a pleasure . Thanks for calling Lincoln Bank .
Jason , where have you been hiding lately ? You know it's been a long time since your last call . Have you been good ?
Yes . How are you , Anna ?
I am fine . What have you been doing ?
Working . I've been really busy these days . I got a promotion .
That's great , congratulations !
Thanks . I am feeling pretty good about myself too . You know , bigger office , a raise and even an assistant .
That's good . So I guess I'll have to make an appointment to see you .
You are kidding .
How long have you been working there ?
A bit over two years . This is a fast-moving company , and seniority isn ' t the only factor in deciding promotions .
How do you like your new boss ?
She is very nice and open-minded .
Much better than the last one , huh ?
Yeah . He was a real slave driver . He probably would have loved it if we were robots .
Forget about him . Come over to my house tonight . Let's get drunk .
Good . Tonight 8 o'clock .
8 it is . See you then .
Bye .
How do you like your coffee ?
With milk but without sugar , please .
Then how about the wine ? Is white wine OK ?
Yes , please .
Yes . I can see . The summer heat is over . And the winter cold is still far away .
What is the whether like in Washington at this time of this year ?
Autumn is also very nice In Washington .
Is it very cold in winter there ?
No . it isn ' t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter .
Does it rain a lot in summer there ?
Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily
How about here in Beijing ?
There ' s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn
I feel it ' s rather dry here
That ' s true . many people from the south don ' t like the whether here .
Are you from south ?
No . I ' m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually .
I see . So this is your hometown ?
Yes , and I like the color too . It matches your eyes .
And I got it on sale .
That's incredible !
Yes it is , better than I expected it would be . The presenters have been first rate . Is this the first conference you've been to ?
No , I've been coming for the last 3 years . Each year keeps getting better . Where are you from ?
I'm from Long Island , New York . What about yourself ?
I'm from the other side of the coast--Los Angeles .
Wow . I really like California ... the weather there is much better than the East Coast .
Have you been to California ?
Just once . Quite a few years ago we took the kids to Disneyland on our vacation . They had a blast .
How many kids do you have ?
Two , a boy and a girl . They ' re already grown now .
Well , California ' s changed over the last little while . You should come back out sometime .
Can my friend , Tom Mitchum , come home with me for lunch tomorrow ?
Of course , Jim . Have I met Tom before ?
Mm -- hmm . You met him last summer . He is small and very smart .
Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ?
Yes .
Have you got any plans ?
I've been invited over to a friend's . And you ?
My roommate's having a party .
No .
Here it is . Let's go .
How can you do so ? Perhaps something is wrong with him . Let ' s go and see him .
OK . Nothing serious . He just wants us to be with him .
Gone with the Wind .
What's it about ?
Sorry , I've no idea .
How come ?
I saw her dating with her ex-boyfriend again .
I understand that . But I think maybe it's not a date . You are taking the matter too much to heart .
Maybe . But it still gets on my nerves .
You got it ! I have a new job , I ' m living in a new city , with new friends ! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life .
So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ?
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer on the matter . It's pending now .
When can I know whether I'm accepted or not ?
In about 3 to 4 days .
Do you have whisky ?
Yes , but you have to pay for it .
Well , in that case please give me some free drink .
Wait a minute , I will bring you some juice .
Do you want beef or lamb ?
Beef , please .
This lamb's very good .
I like lamb , but my husband doesn't .
What about some steak ? This is a nice piece .
Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too .
Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice .
No , thank you . My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken .
To tell you the truth Mrs . Bird , I don't like chicken , either !
Why ?
Well , I have acrophobia . I have a chronic fear of flying .
Oh really ? I have an uncle who is also terrified of flying . It ' s not that bad though , I mean , it is pretty scary to be in this big machine flying through the air at seven hundred miles per hour . I actually have arachnophobia .
You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia .
I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad .
Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak .
Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds .
We are such weirdos right ?
Did you vote for him ?
I sure did . How about you ?
I voted for him .
I have complete confidence in our new President .
Is that right ?
I know he will help change America .
I hope so , because America needs a change .
I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected .
I agree with you completely .
I ' m not worried about our country now that it ' s in his hands .
Where is your fitness facility located ?
The gym is just below the lobby . Take the elevator or the stairs . You can't miss it .
Is there an additional surcharge for the gym ?
No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in .
What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ?
The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day .
Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ?
Unfortunately , no . If you want a trainer , you'll have to use another gym .
Why do you want to work for us ?
Your company is well-known for its good corporate profile and rapid growing records . I want to work for a company that can display my abilities and talents .
I'm a freelance English teacher . How about you ?
I'm in between jobs at the moment .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
Our production people won't be happy about that . We've got a full order book at the moment . Is there any way you could speed things up ?
Not really . We need to dismantle the conveyor belt and replace the rollers .
Poor guy ! It will take him a long time to get back on his feet .
I'm throwing a party on Friday .
I didn't realize that .
You didn't ?
Nobody has told me anything about your party .
Did you want to go ?
When does it start ?
At 8
I'll be there .
I'd better see you there .
Of course .
What's your name , Sir ?
Jack .
Yes Sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill up these forms , please ?
The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ?
Yes , Sir . That's correct .
It's chilly outside , so don't forget to put on your jacket .
How's the shirt ?
Son , it looks great on you .
Are you a medical or surgical case ?
I'm a medical case .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a job right now .
Yes , it is really hard . But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally . When you work , you can accumulate a lot of experience . Besides , you need to learn a lot of things while you are working .
I've been fed up with study .
But whether you like it or not , there ' s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively .
Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ?
You have no choice , so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time .
You know in China we usually don't open presents until the guests leave .
Really ? I've already opened this one . Say , this is sweet , and it's just what I need to go with my new suit . Thank you ever so much .
I'm afraid that a button is missing .
I'm terribly sorry . You know we are so busy today and we forget to sew the button back on . Please wait a moment . It will be ready soon .
OK , please .
Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ?
Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt .
It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think .
It's been several days now , I am not sure .
Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go .
Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ?
I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time .
OK , I will .
This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time .
Thanks a lot .
Hope to see you again . We will provide the best service .
Please think it over .
Oh , I see .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
But now you can stay with friends and enjoy a holiday too .
Right . Let's go and find some fun .
Whose record do you want ?
Are there the records of Michael Jackson ?
His records have been sold out . The new copies will be available next week .
Oh . it's too late . Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look .
Hmm . If that's true , then the security there must be very good . Because it's strange to think they will let people walk around in the White House .
I'm sure the security is very tight . Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport .
So I can't take my gun then .
Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun .
Yes , it's true I don't .
You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested !
What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ?
No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much .
I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI . But how long does the White House tour last ?
I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour .
Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast .
First I want to look in the travel guide . Maybe they don't have tours in the morning .
That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ?
No , I'm fine .
Has this been a problem before ?
Yes .
For how long ?
I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks .
Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ?
After I've eaten , it goes away for a while .
Do you feel nauseous ?
Yes , occasionally .
Do you have regular bowel movements ?
I think so .
Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much .
Is it serious ?
Not too serious , but it'll take you some time to recover , so you'll need to be patient .
We take Visa and Master Card .
Do you take American Express ?
No , we don't .
Ok , I'll use my Visa . Here you are .
Thank you ... please sign on the line .
Where is he ? Is he in danger ?
You know , he is a taxi driver . He has to have his eyes peeled all the time when he drives , especially during the rush hour .
Yeah , I just bumped into the table .
May I ask what brought you here ?
I'm here on business .
What line of business are you in ?
I import canned food .
Ready for the big switch .
What are you talking about ?
The nation is switching to digital TV .
Oh . Of course I'm ready .
Did you buy the converter ?
No , I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV .
How much was that ?
It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen .
Does it pick up any digital channels ?
Oh , yes . I get six Korean channels but nothing in English !
Well . Can you tell me how much you have deposited ?
About RIB 12,000 .
Please let me have your name and your savings account number if you remember it .
I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number .
Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000
Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account .
OK .
Yeah , definitely . I was hoping to catch a ride with you .
Sure . Meet me at five .
Oh , then I will arrange one of my staff to meet you at the airport .
How long is the holiday ?
It depends . But usually it's about 15 days .
Do you eat any special food for the festival ?
Yes , dumpling is a must . There is also other food . For example , people eat chicken for good luck .
That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ?
Yes , it's really wonderful !
Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing .
I'm sure you'll have a good time .
Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
Thank you .
What has made you so happy ?
I think I'm in love .
Are you ? Who's the lucky girl ?
Her name is Jenny .
How did you meet her ?
We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other .
What do you like best about her ?
She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time .
I guess it was fate working to bring you together .
Whatever brought us together , I'm happy .
What should we do to make sure that we have the electricity and water turned on ?
You can tell the utility company what day you are moving in , and they will transfer the utilities to your name .
There are a few things that we want to do to the place , like painting and carpet cleaning .
Take advantage of the house being empty to clean and paint . It will be harder to do after the furniture and appliances have arrived .
I asked the store to deliver my new appliances on the day we are moving in .
That will be good . You are going to want your stove and refrigerator right away .
I could use some help on moving day . What are you doing on Saturday ?
I think I am getting a fever and will be too sick to help you . Here , feel how hot my head is !
Who was the conductor ?
Oh , speaking of the conductor , he is indeed a genius . He did a perfect job . His name is Menuhin , a descendent of Russian American immigrants .
Oh , I learned that he is also a legendary violinist .
Absolutely right . He gave a performance of Felix Mendelssohn's violin concerto . That caused a sensation . The audience were stunned by his pure tone .
Obviously you did enjoy the concert .
Yes , I did .
I'm calling to see if I can request a specific table .
I can try to arrange that for you .
I proposed to my wife in your restaurant and I would like the same table if I can .
Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ?
It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf .
You're in luck . We still have that little table .
Don't worry . I will help you soon . Please fill in this form first . And write down your name , your account number and the amount in your card please .
Done !
OK . May I see your ID card ? ( B passed his ID card . ) Please wait for a moment . Let me go and check the account . ( A few minutes later . ) We have locked your card . You can come here to renew the account and get a new card a week later . Your money will not be lost .
Thank goodness .
Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge .
OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later .
See you !
What do you suggest then ?
How about going to dance ? There is a very good nightclub nearby .
That's a great idea . Let's go ... Oh , the dance hall looks very nice and the music is wonderful .
I'm glad you like it . The band is called " Four and One " . They are especially good at playing rock and roll .
That's great ! I love to dance to fast music .
Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ?
Yes , disco dancing is my favorite . It ' s great fun and good exercise as well .
OK . Let's disco .
Now the band is playing a slow dance .
That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ?
Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance .
All right . Let me get you something to drink .
Can you make yourself understood in English without too much difficulty ?
Yes , I think I am quite fluent in English . I got the certificate of the Secondary English Training last month .
Do you know what the responsibilities are for a stewardess ?
The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important .
Are you in good health ?
I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition .
Have you had any nursing experience ?
Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital .
How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ?
My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems .
What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing .
If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ?
I'll try to speak in another language or I'll try my best to use gestures and draw pictures .
Oh right ... How about Sunday ?
Ah , I ' m going to the pub to watch the football .
Oh really ? I ' ll come along with you if that ' s ok .
Sure , you ' re more than welcome . I ' m meeting everyone at three o ' clock .
Oh great , I ' ll see you there !
Please excuse me , won't you ?
Certainly . Come back soon .
It ' s much larger than I expected . When was the plant set up ?
In the early 70s . We ' ll soon be celebrating the 30th anniversary .
Congratulations !
Thank you .
How many employees do you have in this plant ?
500 . We ' re running on three shifts .
Does the plant work with everything from the raw material to the finished product ?
Our associates specializing in these fields make some access - ries . Well , here we ' re at the production shop . Shall we start with the assembly line ?
That ' s fine .
How and in whose name has the reservation been made ?
By telephone and in my name .
Please wait a moment . I'll check it in the computer . Thanks for your waiting . You've booked 10 standard rooms for trade negotiation for March 5th , 6th and 7th , is it correct ?
Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ?
Let me check the reservation list . Fortunately , we have just 10 standard rooms available for the three days .
Well , tell me . How was the labor and delivery ?
I wouldn ' t say that I had the time of my life but at least everything went without a hitch .
Well , hang in there . In twenty years , you ' ll fell it was well worth it !
You must be stuck on her , or you would not use your elbow grease .
Well , we hit it off with each other . Nothing more , nothing much .
I earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year .
What is the length of time that you have worked at the job you have now ?
I have been at the job I now have for 2 years , and I have been with the company for 6 years total .
Do you receive any other income ?
I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit .
Do you know what your credit score is ?
I don ' t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good !
You are in good shape . Figuring in your other expenses , you can easily afford a house costing seven hundred thousand or maybe even a little more !
I'm fine , thanks , how about yourself ?
Things couldn't be better . Where are you going now ?
I am heading for the library . I've got a research project to do . How about you ?
I'm going to the English class . It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run .
See you later , alligator .
After a while , crocodile .
I don't have the foggiest idea .
I thought she'd be happy .
Yeah , especially since she got a promotion recently .
I don't know . Maybe it ' s some kind of personal problem .
not bad , any other ideas ?
well , there is a play on campus this weekend .
good idea . that ' s why i think i have culture . you have any other suggestions ?
what's the matter with these ideas ?
They are good , but i still need a few more .
what about going on a picnic ?
Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ?
you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ?
they are all good .
yeah , that's her . We had a lot of wonderful times together . She is really a special friend , and I want to get her something meaningful .
I am not good at picking gifts . Maybe you can ask if there's anything she needs to make it easier ?
I don't think so . That way it would lose all the charm . I want it to be a surprise . I want to show her that I care about her and I hope our friendship will last .
yeah , that's nice .
hmm , I think I've got an idea . Maybe I can get her an ever-green plant to take back home .
a plant ? That's creative . I'm sure ever time she waters it she'll think of you . But there is a problem . Do you think it'll be able to go through the customs ?
I hope so . I'll make sure to get a small one so she can put it into her suitcase . I hope it won't cause her trouble at the border .
I don't know . I think the idea of a plant going across borders with a friend is really exciting but maybe seeds would be safer . You don't want to get her in trouble .
What do you think his strengths are ?
Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations .
It's still stocked , and there's plenty of ice . Here you are-cheers !
Cheers . You guys didn't drive , did you ?
No , we walked . Why , do you need us to carry some stuff home later ?
No , it's just that it's a holiday . With everyone out partying , there's a lot of drunk driving .
This is Mary . Can I speak to Anne please ?
I ' m sorry . She isn ' t in at the momment . She will come back at half past nine . Can I take a message for her ?
Thank you . But I will call her later .
OK . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
All our cars have stereos in them . Stereos , air conditioning . It's all standard with us .
Good . I am here visiting my girlfriend . I want her to have a good time .
Oh , is that so ? Well , then . Let me show you something she might like . It's on our back lot .
This is a Porsche !
Yes . Beautiful , isn't it ?
But I probably can't afford it . It must be really expensive .
Well , sir . You said you were looking at cars at the rental agency at the airport . Now with them you'd spend your money and get nothing for it . But you could probably rent this Porsche from us , for the same price as one of their standard cars .
But how can you do that ?
It's because our prices are so good . And this car has a lot of miles on it . But it's in nice shape , isn't it ?
Yes , it almost looks new .
It's seven-thirty . I want to know who left this note on my desk .
What note ? I can't see . I just pulled an all-nighter .
It's a little green post-it note , stuck right in the middle of my computer screen .
And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ?
It says , Zina , I like how you rhumba . An admirer .
Are the snack foods in that area , too ?
Yes , they're in ... let me think ... Aisle 3B , if I remember right .
Okay , I'll go take a look . Thank you so much for your help .
Don't mention it .
Well , Lili , we can visit different places in the state in our van . We are not going to take a plane or stay at a hotel this time . Trust me , it won ' t cost much .
Where will we sleep , then ?
In the van .
What about other expenses ?
Let ' s see . Gas , food , recreation , we won ' t spend much . Come on . Don ' t hesitate . We need to get out of the house once in a while . We have been working hard , haven ' t we ?
Maybe you ' re right . When do you plan to go ?
The sooner the better ! I can ' t wait !
Oh , I don ' t know where we ' re going yet .
As long as we ' re going , you can decide where to go . I trust your judgments . I know you miss Chinese food , so we can eat at a Chinese restaurant this time .
Let ' s go to Chicago . We can have lunch in Chinatown . Then we can go to a ball game at Wrigley Field !
Yes . There are so many famous paintings on show . I am sure it will be an unforgettable trip .
Surely it will be . By the way , when will we get there ?
Half an hours later .
Well , then join us some other time .
Yeah . Thanks . And have fun !
But we saved your parents so much money ...
I know . And they're spending enough on the plane tickets to Texas !
Speaking of plane tickets , don't forget to check on the reservations !
OK .
May I know your name , please ?
I ' m Rose Teller . I think I ' Ve seen you somewhere before ?
Ah , yes . I remember now . Were you Mr . John ' s dinner partner last month ?
Yes , I was . You work for 3M , right ?
I did but now I ' m for Microsoft . How are things with you ?
Good .
May I know what you do ?
I ' m a fashion designer . Next month , I have a fashion show . I ' d love it if come . I can get you a couple of tickets . So you can bring a friend if you like .
Sure . That would be great . Good luck .
Thank you .
What materials do they need in order to apply the passport ?
They should fill in an application form , hand in the copies of Identification Card and household register .
daisy ' s in hospital too . she got food poisoning last week . She thinks she got it from some bad seafood .
you have to be very careful with seafood . It tastes lovely , but it often causes upset stomachs . Have you heard anything from tom ?
he ' s fine , but he had a fever last week . He probably just had a cold .
he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ' s her allergy .
I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ' s got jetlag now . she ' s just resting today , but we ' ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow .
it ' s nice that she ' s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look .
oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling .
that ' s a good idea . You ' Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand .
yes , I banged it against to cooker yesterday . It really hurt , but it ' s OK now . the bruise will disappear soon .
I think it would have been better if you had given us more of a chance to give our opinions .
I ' m sorry . I thought we were all pretty much in agreement .
That ' s right ! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest .
What does that mean ?
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
Bottoms up !
Cheers .
Of course , he is a man with a history .
Oh , he had fooled me .
I'm going to throw a party tomorrow night . Would you like to come ?
A party ? Yes . I'd love to . Thank you for inviting me . Will Monica come ?
Of course .
That's great ! What time will it start at ?
At 6 o'clock .
OK . I'll come . See you then .
See you .
Singing ? At the subway exit ? Oh , it sounds like someone needs some money .
Oh , no , the guy was a musician who just sang . He played the guitar and sang so many cool pop songs . Many people were drawn to his music and there was no hat on the floor . He sang for appreciation , but not for money .
It is just pop song , you could have sung there too if you want it .
Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well .
Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ?
No , but tell me some . I am interested .
Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition .
Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ?
I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train .
But I still prefer the pop music in the subway .
Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values .
Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ?
Not well enough , but I'm learning .
After the internal discussion , we have all agreed that you are the most suitable person for this position among all the candidates . So , today let ' s talk about your expected salary and social benefits . What is your expected salary ?
I ' Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years . Depend on my work qualifications and experience , I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start .
The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance .
It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ?
40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day ..
Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ?
We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day .
Is there probation ?
No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week .
Can you tell me how much I would have to pay for rent ?
The rent is $ 1050 every month .
That ' s way too much .
What is good for you ?
I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent .
That ' s not high enough .
How much more are you thinking ?
I can let it go at $ 900 a month .
That ' s almost perfect .
I can live with that too .
So I wonder why you want to work for a newspaper .
I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school . And I always be very interested in journalism .
But journalism , it is a very different profession from administration . You know a lot about administration . Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers ?
I study the administration . Yes . But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news .
A new reporter must expect to work many hours .
I know that starting reporters work many hours . I'm very willing to take on the challenge .
Yes , you can . Is that US dollars or HK dollars ? Both are available for exchange to RIB . How much would you like to exchange ?
Well , that depends . What's the rate like today ?
Today's rate is 821 . 32 USD to 100 RIB , which isn't bad .
That sounds pretty good . OK , I'll change 500 USD today , thanks .
good for you ! It sounds like you've done a lot of planning in a very short time .
yes , there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos , wedding dress , catering , transport , hotel , etc ...
is everything ready now ?
almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive .
have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job .
yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet .
it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive .
that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception .
I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available .
thank you .
my pleasure .
Of course , we'd be happy to cash it for you .
What's the cashing rate ?
Well , it's listed on the electronic board on the left . We cash it at present traveler's check buying rate .
Oh , I see . How much it the service charge ?
The service charge is 1 % of the total amount of the check .
Well , I'd like to cash these four checks for $ 100 each .
Would you please countersign them here ?
OK , there you are .
And your passport please .
Oh , I forgot to bring it . It is in my hotel room .
Sorry , sir . We can't cash the checks for you without your passport .
Well , thanks . I will come again this afternoon , then .
Why you say bf before ?
We parted from each other last month .
Have you got a new one ?
Mmmm , no . How about you ?
I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you .
Haha , so you are my E-bf .
I like you . Do you agree to be my of ?
Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be .
Wow ! Blablablabla . . .
Hey ! What is it ?
I am flying like a bird .
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I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne .
I have no champagne right now . How about this ?
It's OK , so I send you this .
Is it made of chocolate ?
It's my heart ; it's made of what you like .
Oh , I will have a sweet dream .
Are you sleepy ?
A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to .
Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office .
Thx . Bye for now . Kisssssssssss .
C U here , honey .
Yeah , I love horror movies . Would you like to go with me tomorrow ?
No way . I will be scared out of my wits .
That's funny , I didn't know a big fellow like you could be so soft and timid on the inside .
Hey , how would you like to taste my fist ?
Alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ?
Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on .
That is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies .
Yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy .
The Notebook is this type of movie .
Really ? I haven't heard of it .
Well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it .
Ok . I can't wait to see it . Let's go !
I would like to purchase it .
Will this be cash or charge ?
Here , take my credit card .
Just sign here , please .
Sure . Here you go .
Here's your receipt . Have a nice day .
Where do you come from ?
I come from China . Are you American ?
Yeah , that ' s right . SO what are you studying ?
Business management
That sounds interesting .
May I have a look at it please ?
Yes , of course . Come in .
How long have you lived here ?
I have lived here for twenty years .
Twenty years ! That's a long time .
Yes , I have been here since 1976 .
Then why do you want to sell it ?
Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country .
How much does this house cost ?
6850 pound .
That's a lot of money !
It's worth every penny of it .
Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first .
Women always have the last word .
It ' s Marcia Gleason .
Ah , yes , here you are Ms . Gleason . You reserved a single , right ?
Yes , a single , thanks .
Do you mind being next to the elevator ?
Actually , I ' d prefer not to be .
I should like to look at some bracelets .
May I show you gold ones or jade ones ?
Jade ones .
OK , here they are .
What's the price for this one ?
Eight hundred yuan .
How about seven hundred yuan ?
I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices .
OK . I'll take it .
Okay . One-hundred then . Do you think I will lose it ?
I don't know . You have to be smart , but you have to be lucky too . Some games are all luck . With some , you need to be smart .
I want games that are all luck .
I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines .
Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice .
So what do you want to play then ?
Blackjack . We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars .
Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet !
Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas .
Yes , and if I stay with you , we will have to walk back home to New York . Because we will lose all our money and our plane tickets too !
Come on , just a bite . It doesn't really hurt to have just a bite .
I'd better not . Please don't tempt me . Please !
Gee ! You are really strong-willed .
You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong .
Well , I'd better not tempt you . Otherwise , if I give you a piece of cake , you might ask for a glass of milk .
I have an appointment .
Do you have a plan to make up your missed work ?
No , but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work .
Are you going to go right away ?
I am leaving right now .
All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up .
Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of .
Goodbye , and try not to miss any more school .
No , the yellow ones .
Oh , these ? Hmm ... Yellow isn't a good color for me .
Well , that necklace isn't bad .
Which one ?
That blue one right there . How much is it ?
It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive !
Hey , let me get it for you . It's your birthday present .
Let me pay for it now .
Cash , credit card , or debit card ?
I think I'll use my credit card .
Your signature here , please , and we're finished .
Here's my John Hancock .
Bye-bye . Visit us again soon !
Well , I can't find the way to the entrance . Would you tell me where the entrance is ?
Okay . Follow me please .
Thank you very much . By the way , where are the vegetables ?
In aisle 3 .
Did he give you any advice ?
Yes , he asked me to clean up my diet by cutting red meat .
Yes , you must put yourself on a diet .
Well , usually people think I'm a terrible singer , but after we all have a few beers , they say I sound a lot better !
Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ...
Then after a few beers , you'll be singing in Taiwanese ?
Maybe ...
What would you like to have for your appetizer , sir ?
I would like vegetable soup , please
And what would you like to have for the main course
Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ?
Apple , banana and strawberry pie .
Then a piece of apple pie , please .
And what would you like for dessert ?
Icecream , please .
What flavor would you like ?
orange
Thank you . I'll bring your order right away .
I've just been reading an article about them . they ' ll be used for all sorts of things now .
For accounting system and things like that , you mean ?
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
Just like my wife . So , what ' s your favorite movie ?
You mean my favorite movie of all time ? I guess I ' d have to say pretty woman .
Yeah , my wife likes that one , too . Personally , I prefer action movies .
Yes , it's quite amusing , actually . Good plot , and Sharon Stone's in it .
Oh , she's good . She must be getting on a bit now .
Yeah , but she looks amazing .
So what's the movie about ?
Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat .
Huh ?
I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil .
I see . Batwoman married the boss ?
No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature .
Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ?
No , Sharon Stone did .
And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ?
Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying ?
If a consumer complains about the quality of your products , what will you do ?
If I am not in the service center , I will assist others in resolving the consumer complaints . And pass the criticism on to the relevant department .
I slept like a baby . I fell asleep right away last night , didn't wake up once , and didn't have any nightmares !
That's great news ! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday .
I feel much better , but I'm still worried about something .
What's that ?
Well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic .
That's annoying , but nothing to worry about .
For me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ?
Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset .
Ok , I'll try that .
Is there anything else bothering you ?
Just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do .
Do you have any other plans this weekend ?
I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday .
Try not to take on more than you can handle .
You're right . I probably should just work on my paper . Thanks !
Do you have any baggage to check in ?
Yes , one box .
Would you please put it on the scale ?
OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ?
The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ?
First-class .
For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos .
How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ?
Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane .
If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ?
If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight .
I see . Thank you very much for your information .
You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please .
Goodbye !
Really ?
Last night he told the children acliff-hangerstory and both of them were scared out of sleep .
OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys !
How about As long as You Love Me ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
I don't know what happened to me . I just lost it .
I think you just need to get more sleep .
Yeah , you're right . Good night .
In about 25 minutes .
Then we'd better get started .
I had a headache this morning . I didn ' t pay attention to it . I thought probably it is because I didn ' t sleep well . But now it is getting worse and worse . I feel quite dizzy now and my eyes are somehow very light-sensitive . Maybe it is the migrated .
It is ok . You look really pale and red eyes . I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
Can I interest you in an appetizer to start out ?
I would love an appetizer . Are they listed in the menu ?
We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall .
I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ?
That would be a great choice !
I'll trust your taste and take one order of that .
We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price .
In that case , we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice .
I'd like to two roast beef sandwiches and one fruit salad , please .
Will that be all , sir ?
No , could I also get some extra towels and soap too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I'll have someone bring that up right away . How would you like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes .
You are always happy and able to achieve high scores at school .
I work very hard and that's it , you know , practice makes perfect .
Isn't there anything else ?
I have no idea .
You must have a high IQ score .
Well , Jerry , let me tell you a secret .
Go ahead .
My IQ score is slightly above average .
Seriously ? But you are such a genius .
Maybe I've got a higher EQ . I'm not sure .
Well , perhaps you're right . Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ .
You can say that again , Jerry . And I'm sure you're high in both of them . With a little more time cracking the books , you can also get high marks .
OK , thank you . I'm going to the library , are you coming ?
Let's go !
Yeah , I'm in the office till 10 every night . I can't take it anymore . The pay just isn't worth it .
What a pity ! I should have come earlier .
Come some time next week if you like . I think we'll have got some by them .
Ok , I will .
Why ? I never saw you eat so much before .
I've been going to the gym these days . The exercise makes me hungry all the time .
So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out .
Don't pull my leg .
This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ?
Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now .
Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ?
I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed .
Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise .
Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself .
He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy .
Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato .
Who knows !
Never mind , come right in . I've almost finished . You always keep the room neat and tidy , I must say . It saves me a lot of work , but you should let me do it .
It doesn't take much time . I'm used to tidying up my room myself .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Well , I think this film is simply a fable , depicting man ' s eternal greed for power , and in my opinion , it ' s a very fine film . Even despite the accusations of plagiarism traditional folk tales from other countries . The musical score was amazing , the animation was very well done , and the story was simply enchanting .
I think otherwise . Even though the animation was technically strong , and as you say , the score and songs performed by Elton John were great , the film lacks a certain originality ; it lacked heart . And I would dare to say , it was too predictable .
Predictable ! How ! Come on Dick , It ' s a G-rated movie ! It ' s for the kids ! It ' s not a thriller !
Well , that ' s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ' s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ' s just too cliche .
How can it be cliche ? It ' s a fable ! It ' s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love .
You have always been so soft , Dave !
Open your heart Dick . Don ' t shut us out .
Anyway ... That ' s all for today folks ! Join us next time as we talk about & quot , How to lose a guy in 10 days & quot , I ' m sure you ' ll love that one Dave !
I may have done a lot , but none is to my satisfaction .
You're too strict with yourself .
Perhaps . I'm dead tired .
What are your salary expectations ?
I require 6,500 RIB per month as a start . This is my bottom line , the minimum salary I can accept .
He advised me to change to a more suitable course .
Why ?
He said that career in law was unsuitable for a women .
It is stupid to say so .
Thank you just the same .
I watched the movie Forrest Gump last night . And the question just lined in my mind .
Well . I think IQ matters more . But it won't work without EQ .
Why ? You seem pretty sure about it .
Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life .
But IQ is decided at birth . One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it .
That's why people's achievement varies greatly .
That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them .
Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ?
I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives .
Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ?
Just as Forrest ?
Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ .
I got it .
You only say that because you don't have to work with him . The people in your department seem so capable and nice to be around . Take Mary for example . She ' s smart and enthusiastic . I've never met anyone as cheery as she is .
Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses . Even Larry . He might be a pain to be around , but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects . Mary , on the other hand , spends our project money like there's no tomorrow . Also , she's never willing to stay a little later at the office . She always leaves at 5pm sharp .
Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker ? What about Bob ? Everybody loves Bob . Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green , he is a great co-worker .
You're right . He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects . The only thing he's lacking in is experience .
Maybe that's why he's so nice !
Oh , I'm so lucky . I want to apply for it .
But do you have any experience like that ?
Yes . I have been a guide for two years .
OK . Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide . If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ?
I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip .
If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ?
No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings .
Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company .
Thank you . It's my honor .
Hope so .
I hear we ' ll have a new English teacher this semester .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
yes . Behind a lifestyle , there is a culture . Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life . While they may not really life coffee , they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish
then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people .
well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit tea
what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend
well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
Do you receive cash only ?
We receive credit card as well .
Here is my credit card .
How much is the desk ?
$ 7 .
The goods in the yard sale are really cheap . I will take it .
No , sir . The sign says no turn on red .
Oh , I guess I didn't see it .
I'm sorry , sir , but may I see your driver's licence and insurance policy , please ? I have to give you a ticket .
Here they are .
Sign here , please . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Please drive safely , sir .
Thank you , Ma'am .
Honey , have you ever heard that there are a lot of stray cats now .
Yes .
Now they are collected by some volunteers , and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters .
What are you saying ? You are acting weird today .
I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too .
Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me .
That's all right . At least I got myself left .
Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel .
I hope that he would grant me with that .
Hope so .
Is it the one on Xi Shut Street ?
Yes , That ' s right .
How did you like your job ?
Oh , if I hadn't moved here I would never thought of changing it .
You're joking , right ? No wonder we've been tied up with this project . I know the environmental impact statement will take forever to get approval if they've found anything endangered on the site . Are they positive there is evidence of endangered species actually living there ?
The environmental review board has a team on it now . Hopefully we'll know more by the end of the week .
Yeah , definitely . I was hoping to catch a ride with you .
Sure . Meet me at five .
That ' s fine ! Don ' t worry about it !
What was that ?
Relax , it was just a goat !
And that ?
It ' s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later .
What was that ?
Honey , seriously , It ' s just a sheep . Relax !
Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable .
You know what ? I don ' t think I can hack it here out in the countryside . I ' m going back to the city !
And how do you like working for IBM ?
It ' s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
I like miniskirt .
Now let me take your measurements .
When can I get it ?
Three days later .
Thank you , see you then .
Bye-bye .
Tom wants me to write a recommendation letter for him , but I don't know how to write it .
Don't worry . I know about this .
Really ? Tell me without delay .
First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name .
Well , I see .
Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence .
It's easy to write those .
You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on .
Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy .
You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter .
What should I write except these ?
You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter
OK , I will remember .
Mix a little soya sauce , vinegar and sliced ginger on this plate and dip the meat in it before eating .
Thanks a lot .
Just a moment ... I'm afraid there's nobody there right now . Could I take a message ?
Yes , please . My name's Michael Caxton from one of your customers -- Rosedale Investments .
Sorry , just a moment . The name is Caxton ...
No , it's Caxton .
Fine , I've got that . And your company is ...
Rosedale Investments .
Could you spell that , please ?
It's R , O , S , E , D , A , L , E .
Thank you . And the message ?
It's about an invoice which is wrong .
Have you got the number there ?
Um ... yes ... it's 856674 / ros .
856674 .
That's right .
OK , I'll get someone to phone you first thing in the morning .
Thank you very much .
I was just concerned about Sam . He hasn't been himself lately .
He took the civil service exam and failed .
That sucks . He must feel depressed .
Yeah . He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days .
Why don't we take him out ? We can try to take his mind off of it . In the least show him that we're there for him .
That's a great idea . Why don't you call him . I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else .
Ok . I'll call you back after I'm done .
Sounds good .
It's a feature film .
Oh , I've no interest in such films .
Yes , I do . I ' m learning Chinese now on the internet .
How do you find studying a language on the internet ?
It ' s not easy , particularly with listening and speaking , because sometimes the connection isn ' t too good .
I bet you find the character difficult to write !
Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ' re easy for me .
So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ?
Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ?
In a way , it ' s similar to your experience of learning Chinese . Some Spanish words are very similar to English ones . But I need to practise listening to native speakers and saying the words myself .
How about the microphone and speakers ?
I also have done it .
Good . Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants ?
Yes . They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant .
Thanks .
Don ' t mention it .
I know what you're saying , but I have to go over the books with you before I go see our tax guy .
Right . Okay , let me see what I can do . How about 1:30 right after my lunch meeting ?
Do you like him ?
Yes , I do like him .
Then why are you hesitating ?
You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted .
One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship .
Maybe you are right .
Oh , honey , you should study harder .
But I already tried my best .
Don't worry . You'll do better next time .
He must be all over you the first time he saw you .
He said that I put all other girls in the shade .
That means he was head over heels in love with you .
Well , he indeed likes me .
But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question .
No , he is the sort of man who likes to hide his candle under a bushel .
Does Mark Wyatt work there ?
Mark Wyatt ? I am sorry . The line is terrible . Could you spell that for me , please ?
W-Y-A-T-T , Mark Wyatt .
W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ' t heard of the name . Could you hold on the line when I check .
No problem .
Let's see . Yes , here are your passports back . Did you pack your luggage yourselves ?
Yes , we did . Just this morning .
Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them ?
No , sir . We left directly from the hostel .
Are these four pieces all your luggage ?
Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons .
You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons .
Right . Thanks .
Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half .
Thanks .
Have a nice flight .
Well . I ' Ve done a lot of business for my company . And now I feel like going into business for myself .
Do you mean you want to sell up your company of your own ?
There ' s a possibility . What do you say ?
That ' s not a bad idea . Bet after all you should get some sound financial guarantee .
Yes . I ' Ve read news about him in today ' s paper .
And he ' s bright and intelligent . I ' m sure he can pass the university entrance exam .
I wish he could too .
How ' s your boy , Jack ?
He ' s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up .
Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ' t they ?
Good luck to them .
I am sorry , sir . He isn't in right now . Would you like to leave a message ?
Yes . Can you tell him Bob White called ?
And your company name , please .
He knows who I am .
Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ?
I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today .
Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called .
Thank you .
I ' d rather you stayed in the office and did these things .
Do you want to type that letter ?
I ' d rather you typed it .
Do you want to tell her ?
I ' d rather you told her .
How many did you say , sir ?
One adult , please .
That will be six dollars . Out of ten-seven , eight , nine , ten . Thank you .
He ' s nearly 90 .
Good gracious ! Are you sure ?
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
If I have time , I will come again .
You are welcome at any time .
Thank you for your hospitality . I hope I didn ' t cause you too much trouble during my stay .
You are most welcome .
I ' m afraid I have to go now . The plane will take off soon .
Call us as soon as you got home .
What did she mean just now about raising pigs ?
Oh ! My grandmother used to say " raising pigs , raising kids ... at least you can eat the pigs . "
Ha-ha . I get it . That's funny . Your cousin's a real sarcastic lady .
She likes to complain about her macho husband and her " bambinos " , but she loves them all dearly .
I want to see ' Click . '
Who is in this movie ?
I don't know . My friend told me it was a touching movie .
I'm afraid you'll need to have your visa extended before we can have you check in .
Oh , it's a pity .
She certainly has the taste .
Would you like fries with that ?
A large , with tons of ketchup .
And to drink ?
I ' ll have a diet coke , please .
Is this dine-in or take-out ?
Take-out , please .
No problem at all . With this service , you can pay up to 10 parties at one time . Are these parties on your current beneficiaries list ?
They are , yes . How should I do this ?
Select ' pay multiple beneficiaries ' , here ... then select ' pay from the account ' in the drop down menu ... OK , good . Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference .
Yes , I've got that here ...
And your statement reference and the payment amount . Click on next , then ' pay beneficiaries ' . That's it ! All done .
Come on , you can at least try a little , besides your cigarette .
What ' s wrong with that ? Cigarette is the thing I go crazy for .
Not for me , Dick .
They take care of a lot of things .
But most of time , they provide assistances .
What do you mean ?
Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates .
Yes ?
The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits .
OK .
Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate .
I see .
My name is Joan Harris . I ' m calling from St . Johns Hospital . Are you still interested in a job as a service technician ?
Yes .
I have good news for you . You ' Ve got an interview . Can you come to the Human Resources Office on Thursday at 9 30 am ?
wow ! That ' s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ?
345 Stony Creek Avenue .
Thank you very much . I ' ll be there on time .
Excellent . I ' ll see you on Thursday at 9 30 .
Could you please get me a takeaway ? I have some urgent work to finish . So I don ' t have enough time to go out for lunch .
No problem . What should I bring ?
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
Yes , I believe so . How should I compensate for this ?
I'm afraid , ma'am , you have to pay U . S . $ 100 since you lost the key .
What ! One hundred U . S . dollars . Is it covered by the insurance ?
I'm afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
Long time no see . How is everything at home ?
Pretty good , thank you . And you ?
OK , thanks . Anything I can do for you ?
I need to remit £ 500 to London .
Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ?
T / T , please .
Very well , Mr . Jones .
What kind of work ?
I ' m temping at a pharmaceutical company .
What do you do there ?
Mostly office work - filing and so on .
How long is the assignment ?
Till the end of the month .
The workshop was only one afternoon long , do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours ?
It depends on the topic , the teacher , and the way the course is set up . Yesterday , even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues , the workshop got us all thinking . We learned some very basic , but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues .
Sounds like you really learned a lot .
I did ... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared .
I love them , especially the all-time greats like Gone With the Wind .
You're so right ! Today's movies are just too commercial !
Sometimes I think Oscars are only awarded to movies that make a lot of money .
If you need help , don ' t hesitate to ask me .
I ' ll be very glad if you would help .
I ' d like to wish you every success in your new venture .
Thank you . I wish I would .
Good luck to you .
He's been late for work twice .
Okay , I'll speak to him .
Whew ! I'm impressed ! You really know your stuff !
Only about old movies , really ...
I said , Bonjour !
What ' s wrong with you , Ted ?
I ' m speaking French . Don ' t you know anything ?
What ' s wrong with speaking English ?
Well , I just got back from my language school . We have to speak French all day there . No English allowed !
What are you doing that for ?
I ' m trying to learn new skills . It makes me more qualified for a good job .
Good for you .
Why not take a picture ?
Of course . I will .
I ' m glad you ' re enjoying it .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
Are you telling me that I passed the test ?
That's what I'm telling you .
What did I mess up on ?
You did mess up a little on one thing .
Tell me .
You had a little trouble on your parallel parking .
That's not easy for me .
That's something that you really need to work on .
Am I still going to get my license ?
You're still going to get it .
Do you want to have a tub bath , surfing bath or shower ?
Shower , please .
All right . The fitting room is over there .
How much should I pay ?
$ 100 . But we will charge you $ 200 as a deposit .
What's he like normally ?
Oh , he's really reserved , normally . But , from what I hear , he's got lots of problems .
Really ? What kind of problems ?
Well , off the record , of course , but I hear that he's got terrible debts . He has his own company , and it's not going very well .
Really ? Well , I hate to say this , but I'm not surprised .
Really ? What makes you say that ?
Well , he doesn't look very honest .
I know , that's the problem . He can't find any customers . It's a pity , really , because his products are very good . Oh , that reminds me . Did I tell you about my new laptop ?
Oh , don't talk to me about laptops . Mine crashed on Friday and I lost everything . I hate them .
Oh , really ?
Look , I need another drink . Do you want one ?
Yes , I'll have another cocktail .
Vodka martini ?
Absolutely .
I'll be back in a sec .
OK . I'll wait here for you .
What kind of personality do you think you have ?
Well , I approach things very enthusiastically , I think , and I don ' t like to leave something half-done . It makes me nervous . I can ' t concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together .
What basic principles do you apply to your life ?
Working hard and being frugal are both virtues . I strive to practise these two virtues in my life .
I don't know .
I can tell you where I got mine .
Where did you go to find yours ?
IKEA has beautiful furniture .
Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ?
The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars .
How good of quality is the furniture ?
It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for .
I don't mind paying for quality workmanship .
I assure you that you're paying for quality .
No , I wish I was ! I just got back from Spain actually .
Oh wonderful ! Have you been there before or was it your first time ?
My first time . I've traveled around Europe a lot , but this was my first time to Spain . It was amazing , and the weather was just beautiful ! No rain , and just sun , sun , sun ...
I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights .
Well , I really recommend Spain . You really should go . Anyway , it's been great to catch up , but I must be going , this is my floor . Speak again soon I hope .
Yes , I've got a job , a waiter's job in a restaurant .
Are you well paid ?
Well , $ 10 per hour , but I can keep the tips . That comes to roughly $ 80 every evening
Not bad .
Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ' ll surely get it .
That ' s great ! I ' ll go there right now and speak with the boss .
There ' s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ' Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job .
That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot .
Think nothing of it , Tony . I ' m sure you ' d do the same for me .
Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know .
First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . '
Be a yes-man , you mean ?
You may put it that way if you like . Don ' t worry . You ' ll have no problem .
I hope not .
No wonder you're such a wacko ...
Whatever ... Smell ! Perfume samples !
Nice . Hey , I like the layout of this page ...
You mean , you like the pictures of the beautiful models ... Hello ?
He's probably a pervert . Just ignore him .
He makes me nervous . He looks at me funny . And he never buys anything !
Maybe he wants to get something for his girlfriend , but he's embarrassed .
how can I get there ?
just walk down this road and you'll find it . it's on the right side .
No . We made an agreement that we would take turns doing the dishes . Now it's your turn to do them .
OK , I'll do them .
Why do you say so ?
Because he stayed with me all the time that night .
It is possible to take into account special circumstances , should the manager agree to it . If your credit rating has been class A in your initial trading period and your debt to asset ratio is sound , and then I'm sure the manager will see you to discuss it further . I'll set up a meeting for you .
That would be wonderful . Thank you so much for all of your help .
And I suppose sitting at the desk all day at the office doesn't help .
No , I wouldn't think so .
I do wish I could lose weight .
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class .
Yes , maybe I should .
He's on holiday for the week , I'm afraid . Can I help ?
Could you leave him a message ?
Sure .
Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned .
You'd better spell that !
Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R .
Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ?
Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it .
OK , will do . Bye .
Thanks . Bye .
How long until you're finished ?
I'm finished . What do you think ?
I like my hair so much .
Do you really ?
It's beautiful .
Well , thank you very much .
How much is it for my hair ?
You owe me $ 55 .
Thanks for everything .
You are very welcome . Come back again .
Tuesday would be good for me .
OK . Do you think we should meet in the morning or in the afternoon ?
I think the afternoon would be best .
That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you .
Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting .
Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ?
I feel that the whole committee needs to be there .
Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ?
Yes , I know how to get there on my own .
Great ! We will send you all the details later . Looking forward to meeting with you !
And please sent this letter by registered mail .
Is there anything valuable in it ?
There ' s a check of two hundred dollars and photograph .
Shall I make out a receipt ?
No . don ' t bother .
That ' ll be ninety-five cents in all .
now , she ' ll be able to save up for that holiday in the united states .
yes , she will . At the moment , the exchange rate is very favorable , so she should try to go as soon as possible , while it ' s cheaper .
you ' re right . By the way , did you hear that tom inherited some money recently ?
really ? I thought his parents had died several years ago .
they did . He inherited the money form an uncle . I hope he doesn ' t lose a lot of it in taxed to the government .
dying can be very expensive nowadays ! What ' s he going to do with it ?
he said that he would probably invest most of it . He ' s got a well-paid job , so he doesn ' t need the money to cover day-to day expenses . He just wants some extra money available for when he retires .
I had some good financial news yesterday too .
really ? Have you won a fortune in the lottery ?
no , but I got a pay rise of 5 % and a hours for all the hard work I ' Ve put in recently . I think it was very nice for my boss to show his appreciation in that way .
It certainly was ! So , what are you going to do with your windfall ?
How might you spend the weekend .
I hope to do a little gardening . I find it very relaxing .
I might do that too . I hope the weather is nice . I could go and play some golf .
I heard that the weather should be good . There ' s a possibility of a shower , but it ' s not very likely .
Hopefully , we ' ll both have relaxing weekends .
Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true .
Unfortunately , there ' s always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention .
Thank you , Mr . White .
Delighted I was able to help .
is she American ?
yeah , and most importantly , she's single ! Man , I could tell from the moment I saw her , she's the girl of my dreams !
so I take it you two are hitting it off ? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor , but what if you break up ?
I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her .
sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ?
not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby .
that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ?
you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight .
good luck !
thanks !
No problem . Actually , we have some great packages . The most exciting season of Hawaii is now . How about a relaxing vacation in Hawaii ?
Sounds good . Are there any group tours I can go with ?
Yes . There will be one at the end of this month . For many people , a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails . For others , it ' s all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds . Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation , Hawaii gives you the best of both .
Great . So how long is the trip ?
15 days . The transportation by air will take five days .
Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ?
Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ' s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ' s Lodge
Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ?
Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything .
Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it .
Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week .
Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ...
Yes , sir . It will be a great pity !
Well . Ok , I will take it .
Thank you !
The telephone is by the end . Dial 0 for reception .
Can I order room service ?
Yes , here's the menu . You can order from reception .
Good .
This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed .
OK . thanks .
Your bags will be here shortly .
Oh ok , where do I get off ?
You should get off at the first Shi Da stop .
Ok , thanks ...
You're new at this , huh ?
No , is it difficult ?
No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off .
How much does it cost ?
Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus .
Wow , I can't thank you enough .
Don't mention it .
Kobe ? I know him , the key guy of the Lakers , a heck of a NBA player . He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense .
He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand .
Maybe he is not good ay rebounding ?
indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
well then , what are your spoils ?
well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
Indoors activities , such as chess and gymnastics .
Could you show me your ID , Please ?
Sure , here you are .
A moment , please .
Yes , I do .
Then I'd like to suggest you try Anchor Inn on Seaside Drive .
Is it very far from here ?
No , you can walk from here .
It would be hard for just me to do it . I don't know the city at all .
So what do you see in there ?
This one sounds good . Efficiency with view of the lake . Utilities and parking included . Newly remodeled kitchen . $ 470 .
Can you afford that much ?
No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency .
Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment . Usually one large room and a small bathroom . There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person .
How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ?
That means the apartment has furniture in it .
That's good .
Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture .
Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 .
It's still pretty expensive .
Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one .
Alright . What's the phone number ?
256-7797 .
Got it . What else do you see ?
This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate . Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment . Does this mean I have to share a room with them ?
No . It probably means they have a large apartment . Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms . They need someone for the empty bedroom .
That sounds alright .
Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all . If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them .
Here's the number , 256-4367 .
Got it . Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments .
Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this .
Don't mention it , Larry . What are friends for anyway ?
You ' d better tidy up the room now , or you ' ll get your mum ' s back up .
When will she be back ?
Why don't you call back later this afternoon ?
Is the traffic bad in the city centre ?
Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , Thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many sports events in my city . We have several sports venues for football , rugby , and cricket-even ice-skating and ice hockey .
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more ' cultural " , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
No , it wasn't . Rather , it looked like a Bundesliga match , where physical contact is so frequent . English League teams are apt to pass the midfield quickly with long passes . It seems to me English soccer players are very gentlemanly . As Diego Maradona spoke teasingly , they often knew only chasing hard after the ball , but forgot to steal it .
Haha . That's probably why slide tackle and fouls are less common , and offsides more frequent in English League matches than those on the Continent . And the ball is often kept flying overhead , drawing beautiful curves in the sky . Such games are quite pleasing to the eye .
Which team do you back then ?
I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking .
But the Reds keep a weak midfield . I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield . It is the main source of its strength .
Thank you .
Our speciality back in South Africa is wholesale supplying of screws , bolts , nuts , pins , studs , and that kind of things .
For wood or for metal ?
For both . Now , do you make machines for producing such things ?
Yes , we have a showroom not far away from here , Mr . Black . Are you free now ?
Yes , quite free until noon .
Fine . Then , shall we go right away ? I have a car outside .
Have you ? That's splendid . Just let me get my things together . I won't keep you long .
Take your time , sir . I can wait .
I was hoping I could find something made in the ' 20s .
There are six on this table .
I hope at least one of them has dancing figures .
Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures .
So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one .
That one will bring you many hours of pleasure .
Does a warranty come with this music box ?
I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own .
I just thought I would ask .
When you buy a Model T , you can't expect a warranty .
Sure . Any particular model ?
Yes . The DS102 series .
Oh , I'm afraid we've sold out of those . They were really popular .
Will you be getting more in .
Yes . But not for about 2 weeks .
Really ? Do you like the story ? It's sheer nonsense !
It's exaggerated . Actually this sort of thing happens to everyone .
This scheme has just started and you will be one of our first 100 customers , so if your application is accepted , you will receive some rather nice perks .
That does sound good . I'm already an account holder , have been for many years . And I already have your existing card .
That should make things perfectly simple , then . Actually , if you had waited a little while longer , we would have notified you by post .
Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ?
May I have your details , and I'll check for you .
Certainly ...
OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card .
Wonderful ! And , you mentioned ' perks ' ? I do hope I'll be getting some of those .
Now this is our office block . We have all the administrative departments Sales , Accounting , Personnel , Market Research and so on .
What's that building opposite us ?
That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored . We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops . This is the delivery bay here .
Oh , I see .
The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result .
Oh , really ?
I'll take you to the assembly shop ...
What fees are you referring to ?
I want to know about overdraft fees .
We charge a small fee every time you overdraft .
How much ?
For each time you overdraft , you have to pay $ 25 .
That ' s not a small fee .
You shouldn ' t overdraft .
That ' s for sure .
Do you need help with anything else ?
That ' s all I needed to know . Thanks .
What ? It ' s only 9 p . m . Now . Why today he went to bed so early ?
He ran four miles and came back dead beat .
Oh , I see .
Do you have any particular type of apartment in mind ?
I prefer a one-bedroom apartment .
Are you renting it alone or with company ?
I'll share it with one of my friends . What ' s in a one-bedroom apartment ?
A one-bedroom apartment has one bedroom , a living room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
Is there any furniture ?
No , but a fridge and a stove .
It sounds wonderful . Do I have to sign a lease ? How much should I pay ?
Yes , it ' s a one-year lease . And $ 200 a week with one month refundable deposit .
When can I come over ?
Would Friday morning be alright ?
OK . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Could you tell me please where can I find a currents exchange ?
Right here , how can i help you today , sir ?
I'd like to exchange 5000 Singapore dollars into the US dollars please .
Do you have an account this bank , sir ?
Yes , here is my account number .
May i please see ID ?
Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ?
Today's rate is 2 . 57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir . Please count it and sign your name here .
Yes , it is the credit demand . Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ?
You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ?
900 dollars .
How would you like it ?
I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ?
Ok , here you are .
Thank you , have a nice day .
Thank you , have a good day .
Tell me , please .
After you've solved this problem for me .
Thanks , I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy . Are you ok ?
Yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better .
Well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy .
Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt .
Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . '
Exactly .
Diet Coke .
Regular or large ?
Regular , please .
OK . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
For here or to go ?
For here .
Leaving on September 5th and returning to New York City on October 9th .
Do you prefer an aisle or a window seat ?
I prefer to sit next to a window .
How would like to pay ?
I have a Master Card .
I have booked you for one window seat on American airline flight No . 409 . Have a good trip !
He didn't make any effort . His aunt died and left him a fortune .
Well , I've grown to like second-hand things . I wouldn't have gotten through university without them !
There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan , besides auction websites .
I use those sites . Hey ! Let's go check out a flea market later .
Great ! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping !
Daniel , as a matter of fact , TV is bad for your health .
What makes you think that ?
It's full of violence and you are so young .
But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things .
Wait . What's the time , honey ?
About 6 .
It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed . American Idol , There you go .
Dad , it's not fair . I am so disappointed with you !
When is it convenient for you ?
Any time is fine .
Could you and your wife be ready at nine o'clock ?
Please wait for us even if we're a little late .
Never mind . I'll be waiting for you .
See you then .
OK . Bye !
What is your strategy in communicating with colleagues ?
Well , the most important thing in communication is your sincerity .
The city is beautiful , the off ... , the offices are modern and comfortable , and the work is so interesting .
Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I ' Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that ' s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I ' m a GS - 15 . That ' s high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
I'm afraid it is still being washed .
Can you take the stain off ?
Yes , we can . But you need wait a moment .
That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight .
Yes , it will be ready then .
OK . By the way , please get them pressed .
No problem .
I got laid off .
You usually qualify if you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours .
Do all jobs provide unemployment ?
Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ' t .
Do you think that my job pays unemployment ?
You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you .
Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ?
There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned . They will let you know when you file your claim .
Say when .
For what time , sir ?
I plan to arrive on August fifth and leave on August eighth .
From August fifth to eighth . Just a moment . Yes , we have a vacancy for that period . What's your name , please ?
Li Gang .
That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth .
That's right .
By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash .
I see . When can I receive your confirmation ?
Not until you have paid 10 percent margin .
I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address .
Thank you . Bye .
The toilet flushes really slowly .
Are there any problems with the plumbing in the kitchen ?
Both the kitchen and the bathroom plumbing are messed up .
How long have you had these problems ?
It has been going on for a while , but just started to get worse this morning .
I will send someone out to take a look at the problem . Will you be home this afternoon ?
Yes , I will be home this afternoon .
Fine . I will be there around two . If someone is not there , I will use my key to get in .
Just dress formal .
How about transom ?
It is too loud , we ' ll handle some official business first before the dinner .
Oh , i nearly forget it .
You can put on your white shoes , it fits every occasion .
All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers .
Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ' s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus 5 and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
OK , but I am going to look at the want ads in this newspaper first .
well , there is no doubt that many people have found jobs through the want ads in the newspaper .
She deserves nothing but the best , of course .
In that case , I would suggest our own hotel restaurant . The chef , the food , and the service are outstanding .
I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant . Do you have another one in mind ?
You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees .
Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me .
Yes , sir . You're going to have a great time .
The rest of us will have this today's special , please .
OK .
I'm sorry but I ordered sole , not the same as the others . Will you change it ?
I'm afraid we have no more sole .
Then , I'll have this pork cute instead .
Certainly . Just a moment , sir .
My Master Card .
We sent that bill out a couple of weeks ago .
I never got it .
Your bill was mailed already .
What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ?
If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office .
Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ?
If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake .
Thanks for everything .
Don't mention it . Call back if you have any more questions .
I bought it on a street market . A real bargain !
I'd much rather buy expensive but good quality clothing , because it is not only nice but lasts a long time .
It is a great place for a relaxing vacation .
Listen to the sound of nature ! It's like music .
Yeah , I agree . It makes you feel really good .
What are those ?
Do you mean the red things ? They are roses .
I'm going to take more pictures today .
Me , too .
I'm afraid there has been a mistake .
I'm sorry , sir . What seems to be the trouble ?
I believe you have charged me twice for the same thing . Look , the figure of 6 . 5 dollar appears here , then again here .
I'll just go and check it for you , sir .
Are you sure you can't remember ?
I'm absolutely certain .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
I just heard that our school will hold a singing contest in 5 days .
And you're planning to enter ?
Of course . This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice .
Is there a prize ?
I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio .
Do you think you have a chance ?
A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain . Everyone says my voice is beautiful .
But you haven't practised all that much .
I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag !
Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help .
Yeah , maybe .
Oh , no . Carnations are not very elegant . Artificial flowers have no passion .
How much did you want to spend ?
Money is no object .
Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily .
I will take ten .
Do you want to add some baby ' s breath for that ? They are equally popular now .
Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ?
Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge .
That's ok . Here is the address .
What is it ?
Well , I've lost my wallet and my ID card .
Oh , that's too bad ! I am sorry to hear that !
Forget it , there is no use crying over the spilled milk .
That sounds interesting . Have you been involved in any mystery ?
Not exactly , except that I find horoscope predictions increasingly accurate . I came upon a website which sends me an up-dated message by e-mail each day forecasting my experience in detail . It is amazing to find these forecasts largely in line with my daily life .
What did it say about you then ?
For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some " unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee .
But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science .
Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud . If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it .
For fun . It serves as a shared topic to them . While they claim to consult the predictions constantly and marvel at their " accuracy ' . they do not necessarily take them seriously . When it that these predictions are matched by their real-life experiences , they delight in spreading the thrill with friends . But if there isn't any correlation between reality and predictions , they just grin , forget about them , and go on living as usual .
What am I expected to do ?
As a newcomer , you are going to be responsible for some basic tasks first , including certain routine duties like answering the telephone and typing . Later , you will be assigned to the Sales Department .
I see . It must be a challenging job , but I would like to do it . And what about now ?
For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly .
OK , I'll get to work on it at once .
Fine ! Please place your items on the belt and push your shopping cart through . Do you prefer paper or plastic ?
Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
What would you like to see in Beijing ?
Well , let's see . I'd like to go to the Summer Palace .
I'll pick you up here tomorrow .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Yes , I'd like a chocolate shake .
That sounds good . I think I'll have the same .
Eight o'clock tomorrow evening .
For how many people ?
Ten .
Western food or Chinese food ?
Chinese food .
Do you want an expensive meal ?
No , not too lavish .
How much would you like to spend for each person ?
What is the usual thing here ?
Forty to eighty RIB Yuan a plate .
Let's say sixty Yuan then .
OK . Is there anything special you'd like to have on the menu ?
We'd like to have typical Chinese food .
Anything you'd rather not have ?
No snakes , please .
How about drinks ?
Mao Tai and Qingdao Beer .
Well . Dinner for ten at sixty Yuan a plate , drink's extra , at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening . Is that all right ?
Right , thanks .
My pleasure , see you tomorrow evening .
See you then .
Well , it is a really high target .
Yes . We can make great efforts to make it become true as long as we have a clear goal .
But you should have told me you were in love with her .
Didn't I ?
You know you didn't .
Well , I'm telling you now .
Yes , but you might have told me before .
I didn't think you'd be interested .
You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ?
Sorry , I didn't think it mattered .
Oh , you men ! You're all the same .
I wanted to go to Malibu beach .
I like Santa Monica .
The water there looks so dirty .
I just like the pier they have at Santa Monica .
I like the pier too , because it's beautiful at night .
Is Malibu beach nice ?
It's a lot nicer , and I really like it better .
So you want to go to Malibu ?
If that's okay with you .
Sure , let's go to Malibu .
Here's our inquiry list . You'll find the required items , specifications and quantities all there .
Thanks . I'll look into it and let you have our firm offers tomorrow .
I don't need to remind you that the market has become very competitive .
You'll find our prices very favorable .
That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ?
Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis .
Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ?
Certainly . We can work them out for you .
Isn't there anything less expensive ?
Not unless you want the matinee .
How would you like your steak , rare , medium , or well-done ?
I'd like it well done , please .
What kind of potatoes would like to go with that , mushed , boiled , or baked ?
I think i have bake potatoes . And i now have a ice tea with lemon on the side , please .
Good , and would you care for soup or salad to start with ?
I'd like cream onion soup please .
Will you have desert to be , madam ?
I want to skip desert . That all , thank you .
OK , I'll be with you in a moment .
Did you break up amicably ? Sometimes couples row a lot before splitting up .
We just decided to stop seeing each other . It was all very amicable . Are you still going out with mike ?
Yes , I am . We ' re thinking about getting engaged . We ' Ve been dating for over a year now .
Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ?
I havn't seen her for a while . She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her . He was seeing a girl form his office . One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon .
Really ? They ' Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ?
I think it ' s 26th September . I ' ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night .
Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you .
He certainly looks interested , doesn ' t he ? Shall we invite him over to our table ?
This is Lamely .
Hello , Lamley . Are you free tomorrow ?
Yes .
Would you like to go to an activation with me ?
I'd like to . see you tomorrow .
See you .
I want to go fishing today , but I have left my rod and fishing line at home .
What a shame .
You know , the things that are free , like the soap and the shampoo .
Okay , I got it . You've already run out of all your amenities ?
No , I still have plenty left , even if I took three baths a day .
I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ?
I need to take home some souvenirs !
Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs !
Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection .
If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything .
Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ?
No problem at all , sir . Housekeeping will deliver you all the amenities you like in a bit .
You know , we want to totally furnish our new office building . This is a list of what we need . Could you give me a ballpark figure for everything on this list ?
The price varies somewhat according to the size of your order . Would you tell us the quantity you want so that we can work out an offer ?
If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff , we intend to buy several thousand sets .
It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest .
I hope you will make us your best offer , CIF New York .
What a find ! So , how much does it cost ?
Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
This morning we rented a car and we are on the way to Niagara Falls . I'm afraid we have a car accident near the border .
That's too bad . What kind of accident is it ? Are you all right ?
I'm all right , but my friend is seriously injured . Will you call an ambulance and the police ?
OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened .
I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left .
An after I buy the ticket , where should I go ?
You can take the red line train from here , but you'll have to transfer to the blue line at Fuxingmen transfer station . After you transfer , take the blue line that is heading north towards Fuchengmen .
So I transfer from red to blue , then how long do I ride the blue ?
You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system .
It sounds so complicated !
No , not the really , don't worry about it , like I said there'll be a lot of people there doing the same thing that you are doing , so just follow the crowd , There's only one direction to go , so you won't get on the wrong train . Head north on the Yellow line , and you'll see Wudaokou in just a couple of stops .
Do you feel anything else ?
Yes . I feel chilly and sluggish .
Have you had similar feelings before ?
No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me .
Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest .
Thank you very much .
What kind shall we get ?
We could go to more places this time , if you liked .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
You want to watch , don ' t you ?
Not really . I couldn ' t careless about the Olympic Games .
Please yourself .
OK .
All right . Thank you for coming today .
Thank you for your interview with me .
Yes . Here you are .
Please register your information here and pay for it . And I ' ll make a medical record for you .
OK . How much do I need to pay for the registration ?
Please pay ten yuan for the registration .
Here is my money .
This is your registration card . Please don ' t lose it and bring it whenever you come .
Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ?
Go down this way until you come to the drugstore . Make a left turn and it's just there .
What's up ?
Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
Don ' t do that . Give it to me .
What are you going to do with it ?
I ' m going to put it here , in front of the window .
Be careful . Don ' t drop it ! Don ' t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf .
There we are ! It ' s a lovely vase .
Those flowers are lovely , too .
That ' s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From eleven thirty to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Yes , once last week .
Thanks for letting me know .
It's 876 . Here is my key card .
A minute , please . It's 6215 yuan all together , tax included .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
yes , It ' s on the third floor
Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome
Oh , what ' s she like ?
She is beautiful .
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
Okay , I'll ask Bob to cover it .
Thanks . I appreciate it .
How can you be so sure ? Do you know something I don't ?
I have a plan for handling WebTracker . Step one is the Stars . com contract .
What's step two ?
Don't worry about that , Dave . Look , I have to see Vince now . Think about what I said .
Both .
I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes , too . Will that work for you ?
Yeah , I'm ready .
Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake .
These look strange .
Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ?
OK , let's do the calculation .
We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage .
I see .
Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask !
I only want it for the kitchen . I like to listen to the news at breakfast time .
Hmm ... well , the other one is good for the money . It's much cheaper . We sell clot of them and all our customers are satisfied with them .
Hmm ... I'd like the cheaper one , please . Can I pay hy cheque ?
Certainly .
But you forgot to get the bread .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
For God's sake ! It's too bloody . How can people be so cruel ?
Not at all . I think the tattoos are so cool and chic .
You can't prick the fish to please the sick tastes of some bloody people .
Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal .
Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ?
OK , I understand , but what else could we do ?
Which websites are most popular ?
21st Talent Website , 51 Job , and Zhaopin . com are most popular .
Trying to get in shape ?
Yeah , and I need to start improving my health .
Me too . What are you doing besides exercising ?
That's about all .
I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously .
Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems .
Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy .
True . But I think it is worth it . When you get old , you want to be healthy and active .
Come on ! In the two hours we've been here , you haven't sung even one song !
I know , but ... Hey , Jim's here ! I've been waiting to hear him sing all night .
Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him ? He loves ' The King ' .
I'll put the song at the front of the list .
I ' m taking some measurements for new curtains .
What about measuring the floor for a new carpet , and the walls for new wallpaper ?
I thought we'll just fix up the wood floor . and use some paint for the walls .
Good idea . I was thinking the same myself .
Tomorrow we'll go and pick out some curtains and paint .
When do you want to deliver the goods ?
We'd like you to execute the first delivery by June 30 and the second delivery by August 15 .
I'm sorry , but June 30 is quite soon . I can't guarantee 1 500 cases , I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1,000 cases and the next 2,000 cases .
I can agree to that .
Let me affirm this again - the first shipment of 1,000 cases , to be delivered in 27 days , by June 30 , and the second shipment of 2,000 cases by August 15 . Right ?
Right .
Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Isn't ' Terminator ' really violent ? I usually don't like gory movies because they gross me out .
It is pretty violent , but since it's just robots fighting one another , it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out .
Hmm ... I don't know . Even though it may not be gory , I think it would still totally freak me out .
Could you handle flying for 24 hours straight ?
Yes , I can adjust to anything .
That's good .
I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid .
You should very qualified .
Thank you . It has always been my dream to be a stewardess .
What time should I call back ?
Around 3:30 .
Did you have the room checked before we move in ?
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly , the water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . I ' ll turn to it right away .
Will you please put your luggage on the scale ?
I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
Great , how are you ?
Fine . Everything is just fine .
Kara , I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend .
Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies .
Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done .
It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done , but thank you for a lovely dinner .
Much better , thanks .
Glad to hear it .
We have clear and cream soup at your choice . Which one do you prefer ?
Clear soup , please .
It's quite a delicate piece of equipment , so I hope it was well-packed . It's oblong-shaped , about 50 cm long . It's made of metal .
There's a large wooden crate in the corner which I haven't unpacked yet . It might be in there .
Yeah , you ' re quite right and what ' s your hobby ?
I like taking photos out of door .
Oh , photography , It ' s really a good hobby .
Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos .
You yourself have a photo studio ?
Yes , simple as it is . t does work .
Apology is accepted . Try to do better next time .
Of course , I should have been more careful . I ' m sorry .
Come on , it's cool outside .
I really wish Mom and Dad were here with us .
Hey , Daniel , what's your favorite weather ? Snowy or sunny ?
Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today .
What ? Are you crazy ?
I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out .
Ew , Danny , gross !
By the way , what's your favorite weather ?
I love snowy , because it is very very romantic .
Look , is that Tom ?
What made you think that she wasn't very confident ?
Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
You're right . If she walked into meeting with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top of that , she didn't seem to have any sense of people's personal space . She didn't keep enough distance between us during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we ' ll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we ' ll find someone eventually !
The wine list is on the second page of your menu .
Do you have mixed drinks in this restaurant ?
Yes , we have a full bar here .
I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ?
Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas .
That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those .
Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ?
I would like it blended .
Would you like it with salt or no salt ?
I would like my margarita with no salt , thank you .
I get it . And ... ?
Remember to add an agenda for this meeting and show our warm welcome to them .
How about adding some pictures of our products for the introduction ?
Good idea ! The pictures will illustrate the performance of our products vividly .
OK , I will prepare it right now .
A , do your best , it's very important .
Please trust me . I will finish it very well .
I beg your pardon ?
Oh , French dressing .
Sorry , it's not available now . Anything else ?
We still prefer French dressing .
Will you say it again ?
Who's your manager ? Tell me ! Would you ?
What time does the 7:59 train get to London ?
At 9:36 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back at about 7 p . m .
There's one at 7:10 p . m . and the next one is at 7:40 p . m .
Mmm , how much is a return ticket ?
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . , there is a saver return which is 9 pounds . An ordinary return is 16 pounds .
An ordinary return , please .
Thank you , Mr . Wang . Do you have an appointment ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . Is it possible for me to see him now ?
I'm afraid Mr . Li is engaged at the moment . Would you mind waiting ?
Well , how long will it be ?
About half an hour .
That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten .
Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ?
No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday .
Do you want to make another appointment ?
Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ?
Yes , I'll make a note of that and ask Mr . Li to confirm .
Got any plans after the class ?
Not really . What about you ?
We will have our midterm exams next month . I plan to look for some important books and study at the library . Do you want to join me ?
Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers .
Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that .
That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ?
Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice .
Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye !
See you then .
How about this one ?
It look fine . Can I try it on ?
Sure , whatever you need .
Can you help me move this table ?
Oh , I see . Glad to see you here .
Me too .
How about your family ?
They don't mind .
Could you hold the line , please ? I will check out our room availability for those days ... Yes . we have a few vacancies next weekend . We have double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in Japanese , Roman . French and presidential styles , which one do you like best ?
A double room , please .
OK . Could I have your name , please ?
My name is Monica Cellar .
OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then !
Thank you .
Where did you learn it ?
I lived in England when I was a child .
What else can you speak ?
Well , I know a little Italian .
I agree . I like his brother , Paul . They are not alike .
Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I ' m polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don ' t think you ' re shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well , yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I ' m not as shy as I think . Anyway , you ' re certainly not shy !
You ' re right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you ' ll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
No , that ' s May fifth in Spanish , James , no wonder you are failing my Spanish class . No , May first is International Workers ' Day .
Do we get a day off from school then ?
No ! It is not considered to be a national holiday here in the US , but in other countries it is .
Www , man !
In the nineteenth century , working conditions were appalling , with workers being forced to work ten , twelve , and fourteen hours a day . Support for the eight-hour work day movement was growing rapidly , despite the indifference and hostility of many union leaders , and by April 1886 , 250,000 workers were involved in the May Day movement . Previous legislative attempts to improve working conditions had failed , so labor organizers took drastic measures . They passed a resolution stating that eight hours would constitute a legal day ' s work . And , on May First 1886 , the resolution took effect .
Cool ! Is that why we only work eight hours now ?
Yes ! But the happy ending came at a high price . On May third , 1886 , police fired into a crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper Works Factory , killing four and wounding many . A mass meeting was called for the next day to protest the brutality .
And then what happened ?
Well , as we say , the rest is history ...
What ' s up ?
Actually , the business trip itself was very successful . We arrived on time , we had nice conversations and we settled some important issues for the next year .
Sounds quite fruitful , why do you call it still a nightmare then ?
Well , the air line lost my luggage on the return flight and then I lost my carry on bag when I was tackling with the officers in charge . I left the airport three hours later than I expected and then I was caught in a traffic jam . When I finally got home , I was totally exhausted . But I found the elevator was out of service due to a blackout .
This is really a sad story . Did they trace back your luggage ?
I am still waiting for their call .
Take it easy , all sufferings have their reward .
Yes , she ' ll be working closely with you on the marketing end of things .
Good . Well , welcome aboard , Ms , Robbins .
I see , Mr . Baker . How many people are you planning to invite and how much would you like to spend per person ?
Well . We ' re expecting about twenty-five people and we ' d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head .
At 10 o'clock .
10 in the morning ?
No , at night .
Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM .
OK , how about 1:30 PM ?
No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then .
How about 5:00 PM ?
That's fine .
OK , see you then .
Alright . Bye .
It's very quick and easy . It just takes 24 hours , we guarantee that . All you need to do is fill in this slip and we can proceed .
Are there any extra charges , like commission ?
There is a service commission that you must pay . It's 1 % of the funds to be remitted , so you should pay an extra 6 RIB .
I guess we'll see each other around .
Yeah , I hope so . Well , take it easy .
You too .
Um , this steak , I asked for to be medium rare .
Medium rare , that ' s right , sir . I remember your order .
Well , I ' m afraid it isn ' t . It ' s a bit too well done and rather tough . Would you mind changing ?
If it is not to your satisfaction , I ' ll certainly bring you another . But I ' m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes .
Yes , that ' s all right . Thank you very much .
What are your salary expectations ?
Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ?
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a regional manager .
I attended a course on table manners while I was in the United States . Some of the things we learnt included how to place the napkin and utensils and how to pass the bread . Before each course , the teacher would ask if we wanted to learn the Continental European way or the American way . We always said " American way . " It ' s amazing that everyone is so used to their own table manners . What is the Chinese way ?
The westerners use knives and forks to eat so it is complicated . The Chinese use a pair of chopsticks and eat out of the same plate . I assume it is less complicated , right ?
Not really . I did some research about Chinese table manners . The important rule is to remain silent while eating . Of course , this refers to family meals only . Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health . It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party . The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated . Each dish should be placed in the correct position . When fish is served , the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty . If it is in winter , the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter . Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table . The diners should sit close to the table so food won ' t drop on their cloths . No noise should be made when chewing . No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn ' t like it . One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise . All these table manners are very similar to Western habits .
It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ' s appetite . Westerners like to say , " bon appetite " before meals which is one way to suggest " mind your table manners . " Is there such an expression in Chinese ?
Yes . We say " eat well and drink well . "
I cannot see eye to eye with you here . You see , I am fed up with those who keep smiling to me . I mean , they smile for no reason at all .
That means you don ' t like them . If you hit it off with them , you will like to see their smiles .
But I heard it is very difficult to play .
It's easier said than done . When you actually play , it can be very frustrating .
That ' s a pity ! Then when would it be a good time for you ?
Well , I ' m not too sure , actually . I ' Ve got a lot going on the next couple of weeks . Why don ' t I call you later ?
Okay , that ' s fine .
Because we're partners .
I realize that but I needed to make a decision .
There's a game on tonight . You want to watch it with me ?
That sounds great !
This room 117 , and we have just checked in .
Yes ?
Our room hasn't been cleaned up yet . So would you send one of your house keepers to clean up our room .
Oh , yes . Madam , we'll come right away then . Your room number and your name , please ?
Our room number is 117 and my name is Terry Chen .
Thank you , would you hang up and wait ?
Sure ! It's not a real figure , of course . It's just an estimate based on rehiring costs , and the potential lost revenue that results from incompetence .
Wow ! I'm impressed . So , what's in the cards for future training ? Will it be in-house or off-site ?
A little of both . We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training . Those are available to everyone . We also have a variety of other programs
Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ?
A holiday , I hope ! No , really , we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques . We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer .
I know . But she said she had an important thing to tell you .
Okay . Put her through .
Thanks .
Yes , Deborah and I are going to buy a new home in Woodlawn .
Congratulations ! That ' s wonderful . I bet both of you are quite happy .
Well , we have always dreamed of owning our own home , but real estate 1 in this area is extremely expensive .
I understand . That ' s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city .
That ' s a good idea if you can find employment nearby .
I agree . That ' s why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine , or Wisconsin .
Well , I've got an idea , put the label cancer sticks on each pack of cigarettes , and read it before you smoke . It may give you a feeling to reduce it .
I'll try .
Do you accept coupons ?
Yes .
Here are my coupons . Is that enough ?
You have to pay $ 0 . 5 more .
I really feel bad about it . Let me buy you a new one .
No . Don't be silly . I wouldn't dream of letting you do that .
Oh , they are playing the wedding March . Here they come .
She is a beautiful bride .
I am so happy for them .
Are you crying ?
Yes , I always cry at weddings .
Harris and Anne are perfect for each other .
Yes , they are .
You and Tom also make a great couple .
In fact , we are beginning to make preparations .
For the wedding ?
No , no , for the engagement .
Try to catch this bouquet then .
Okay . Please let me know if you need any help .
Thanks a lot .
Nice to meet You , Ms . Thou . We've learned that you specialize in the export of electronic products .
Will you please take a seat ? Mr . Smith , have you seen the display of our electronic products in the exhibition hall downstairs ?
Yes . I had a look just now . I found some of the exhibits of excellent quality and beautiful design . I feel we
Sure we can . You know , we've been in this line for more than twenty years .
So , Ms . Thou , we're a newly-established company , but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America .
Good . We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details .
Sure .
Great . Then what's your technical post title now ?
I am a senior mechanical design engineer .
Do you take the original certificate with you ?
Yes . Here it is .
Can you briefly tell me about one of your designs ?
Of course , I designed a more powerful gasoline engine , which greatly increased the speed of limousines .
Would you prefer some other time ?
I'd love to come other time if it can be arranged .
Are you quite sure you can come next Tuesday ?
Certainly , I'll be going .
What time am I supposed to pick you up ?
I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock .
OK .
It's a large sum of money . I can't afford to lose it .
Here you are . By the way , when does the train leave ?
The train is driving after ten minutes .
Thanks . Where is my seat ?
It's over there . Have a good trip .
Thank you .
Thank you .
You're welcome !
Because he is often in trouble .
She has promised her mother that she would be with him through thick and thin .
Oh , I see .
I ' m ok . I ' m so busy !
Do you have a lot of homework ?
Yes . Don ' t you ?
Of course I do !
Which class are you working on right now ?
I ' m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow .
Are you in Mrs . Green ' s class ?
Yes . Are you ?
Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow !
Do you want to study together ?
Sure . This library is too quiet though .
Do you want to go to an empty classroom ?
That sounds good .
OK . Let ' s go !
Mr . Green ?
Yes . Put them on there please .
OK . If you need anything , just call the Room service .
Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ?
Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it .
I see . Thanks a lot .
Entrusting life to the care of a rope indeed requires infinite courage .
A young French fellow recalled his first bungee experience and said , " When I fastened the cord and walked to the platform , I was extremely nervous . When I looked down , I was nervous even more . If the cord had broken , I would be knocked to ' bakemeat ' . However , I knew my worries were unwanted . I was afraid if I retreated others might say something about me . I had to harden my heart and impose my head downward . I only felt wind wiring at my ears . My body rapidly descended . I thought that after only seven or eight seconds I was rebounded to upper air by the cord . In fact it was 30 seconds . Maybe because of my nervousness , I only felt seven or eight seconds . When rebounding to the high altitude , I felt a sudden sense of relief . I did not feel nervous very much , but very comfortable . "
It is hard to come by in life that you experience this kind of ' comfortable '
I think Beethoven's music is incredible . I've heard that listening to it can make you more intelligent , too . Do you believe that ?
I don't know about that , but I do think that it helps people relax .
what other kind of music do you listen to ?
actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ?
to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me .
what kind of music do you prefer then ?
I like pop music . Do you ?
not really . I don't think pop music has much depth .
I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much .
how long have you been in to pop music , then ?
I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ?
not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all .
so , how did you become interested in it ?
well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started .
do you still play piano ?
yes , it's one of my hobbies .
How long will you be staying at Hotel in China ?
About three weeks .
And what's the purpose of your visit ?
Sightseeing .
And where will you be staying ?
At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing .
OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ?
Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase .
I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these .
Oh , that's too bad .
Yes , this system over here is on sale for $ 1,000 . As you can see , all of the components are brand-name .
But it doesn't have a turntable . I have a fair number of vinyl records , so I need something to play them on .
Our selection of stereo systems with turntables is somewhat limited , but we do have this system over here .
How about this one ? It smells like green tea and is our best seller . Try it .
It does smell good , How much is it ?
It goes for $ 40 .
OK . I'll take this one .
So , do you think workers should be paid as little as possible ?
No . if you do that , the workers won ' t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . Th
look at the girls in the street . They all have bunch of flowers . Is it Valentine's Day ?
Oh , yes ! I completely forgot about it .
did you have a fight with Jack ?
no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ?
come on , dear ! You forgot it , too .
you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these " big days " , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable .
is that your phone ?
oh , it's Jack . Excuse me .
wow ! good timing .
he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ?
come on ! three's a crowd !
so what ?
just go ! it's Valentine's Day !
So boring ! Shall we go out for a picnic with my friends ?
Sounds interesting . Who are the other people ?
Fred and David , my college class mates and Rachel .
Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ?
Your tent and enough food and water .
You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ?
We can go fishing , chatting and camping .
What are we waiting for ? Come on !
Don't hurry . Wait for my call .
What do you need me for ?
I need you for my court date .
What kind of case do you have ?
I ' m being charged with a felony .
I can help you with that .
What is your price ?
I charge $ 150 an hour .
I can ' t afford that .
That ' s my rate .
That ' s expensive , but I need you .
But you should avoid finger-pointing when you haven ' t got the real facts .
Ok . I ' ll try my best to calm down first .
I need to make an appointment with you today .
OK . What time is it ?
3 o'ctock this afternoon .
I ' m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ' clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ?
Yes . That would be better .
Fine . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
But anyway , he won at last .
Yeah . To win is the most important thing .
Before your main course , would you like to order an appetizer ?
Sure , that sounds great . Where are your appetizers listed ?
There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table .
The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ?
You know , that is one of my favorites !
OK , I'll take one order of that .
You could choose another appetizer for half price to share .
Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings .
Yes , of course , this one costs 260 yuan .
It's too expensive .
If you think it's expensive . You can look at this one .
What's the difference between the two ?
It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap .
Let me see .
Jane , Susan , Pete and two colleagues of mine from work .
I have no plans for Friday , so curry would be great . Which restaurant do you have in mind ?
Susan suggested the one on Main Street . She says it is very good .
Which one is that ?
You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door .
Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good .
Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ?
What time ?
At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation .
That's good . See you on Friday .
Well , I think we could be saving more .
Really , well , o . k . Get the receipts out .
Let ' s see . We spent $ 700 dollars for our home loan payment , $ 400 on groceries , $ 75 on utilities , $ 250 on gasoline , $ 100 on books , and $ 300 on entertainment last month .
That ' s $ 1825 .
We put $ 500 into the savings account , and $ 750 into our stock account .
$ 3075 . Our paychecks our $ 3300 , combined . That means we don ' t have any receipts for $ 225 .
Right .
Nice to meet you , too . I thought I should come and say hello to you . I haven't known anybody .
It is hard to get used to a new place , isn't it ?
Yes . Would you like to come here later to have a coffee ? Bring all your family .
We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ?
About 4 .
OK . Do you want us to bring something ?
No , just come here .
OK , see you later .
Bye .
To lose some weight .
Why , you look pretty all right .
That's for sure . You're new , too , huh ?
Yeah . I just got here a couple of days ago . How about you ?
That is no problem at all . Isabel ' s is having a clearance sale , and today is the last day . You don't want to miss such a good chance , do you ?
Really ? That's wonderful . Can you wait a second ? I need to change .
All right , but hurry up . It takes you hours to change .
I will . Do you think we can get something really nice and cheap ? I mean this is the last day .
I think so . They don't sell shoddy cloth for one thing .
Should we ask Cindy to come along ? She saw the evening gown made of silk last month that she wanted to buy very much . She didn't buy it of course . It would cost her three months ' salary .
She already bought that evening gown .
When ?
Yesterday . She wore that gown last night , and showed it off to everybody at Mr . Mile ' s party .
Oh ? Isn't that like her .
Hurry up , will you ? We ' ll have to go to the gas station first .
All right , all right . I am ready to go . Let's go !
Are we allowed to go into the stacks to look for books ?
Sorry , the stacks are closed to undergraduate students .
Fair enough . Give it to me straight . Did she bully you into this ?
No , seriously . . . I really want this .
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
I hear many teenagers will spend hours and hours sitting at computers . And they don't care about their own health at all . How about you ?
I'm no better than them . They say it's mindless to sit in front of a machine all the time , but I think it's stimulating .
You won't play online games full of violence , will you ?
Once in a while .
It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful .
I hope I can practice self-control again .
How about Sunday then ?
Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ?
Does 6,30 suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Tom Wilson in Room 306 .
Have you used any hotel services this morning ?
No .
OK . You have stayed for four nights at 90 US dollars each , and here are the meals that you had at the hotel . That makes a total of 660 US dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Of course . Please sign your name here .
Unfortunately , an ATM is being refilled because it ran out of money . That's what's causing the hold up .
Oh , I see . I thought maybe it was just the time of the day , although it isn't usually busy at 2:30 in the afternoon .
You are right , you've just missed the lunchtime rush . Could you fill out a withdrawal slip , please ?
I did that already , while I was waiting . Also , here's my card .
Thank you . And you require ...
800 RIB , please .
Please enter your personal code right here , on the key pad . And sign here , please .
OK ...
Thank you . Here's your card back and your money . Please double check it for me .
Yes , that's great . Thanks .
The singing group used to be very popular .
I can't believe they would play so good .
I think there ' s a very romantic new film starring Hugh Grant . Let ' s go and see that .
Ok , that ' s a good idea . Where shall we meet ?
Well how about meeting at my place ?
That sounds good . I ' ll call you once I arrive .
Of course . It's urgent . I think the partie nt is suffering from acute appendicitis . He may die if not treated in time .
All right , we'll come right away .
( after a while ... ) Where's the patient ?
He's there in the room . He's very ill .
Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please .
Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are .
Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room .
( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor
He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover .
May I send food for him ?
No , outside food is not permitted .
Can I come round to see him tomorrow ?
Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward .
Yes . Thank you .
By the way , you can bring some flowers .
OK .
Don't worry about him .
When could I take care of him ?
Our nurse can take good care of him .
Fruit juice , cake and refreshments and everything .
I ' d like to a glass of tomato juice please .
Any serial , sir ?
Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight .
And eggs ?
Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy .
How do you want to your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that ' s enough , thank you .
Would you like to get in shape together ?
What do you have in mind ?
How about going to the gym ? There's one really close to work .
I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ?
As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now .
Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities .
Your parents must be worrying about him .
Yes , he ' s been like this for two weeks . We don ' t know what to do .
Have you talked to him ?
Yeah . But he just didn ' t listen .
Right ! And I have to finish the report by 5:30 p . m .
Okay . Get back to your work , and call me back this evening .
Okay , no problem . Bye !
Bye !
How do you want to send it ?
I guess I'll send it by airmail .
Is there anything valuable ?
No , there are only some vases .
They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do .
Have you got boxes for sale ?
Yes .
Is it all right this time ?
Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms .
OK .
Have you written down your return address ?
Yes , I have .
I will explain the problem briefly . We found in the examination that 35 % of the goods have damaged .
Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port .
Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau . According to the report , the damage was caused by poor packing . Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases .
Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route .
Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately .
We will check with the parties concerned right away .
You're absolutely right ! That's the very figure I like best .
Some of the scenes moved me into tears .
All right . That ' ll be fine . Can you put together a rough idea of the kind of money I ' ll have available for the next year ?
Certainly . I ' Ve already worked out a general budget for all the departments .
But we'll be careful .
It's out of the question .
Yes , I have called you three times . What makes you in a daze ?
I was thinking about the accident I saw in the morning . I was petrified when two cars collided . I witnessed the traffic accident .
Did someone get hurt ?
A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too .
What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ?
I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk .
Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ?
I don ' t understand . Maybe they feel they are okay and driving fast seems very cool .
He came in too fast , jammed on the breaks and spun out . We have a yellow flag and the pace car is making its way onto the track .
The cleanup crew is towing the heavily damaged car and the green flag drops ! Rikknen is still in the lead with only two laps to go !
Smoke is coming out of his car ! He seems to be having engine trouble ! He makes his way into the pit , and Fernando Alonso takes the lead !
How unlucky for Rikknen , and this race is over ladies and gentlemen , Alonso takes the checkered flag !
Can you keep an eye on my bag , please ? Nature's calling .
Sure . Will you be long ?
No , I just want to use the bathroom .
Go ahead . It will be safe with me .
Can I speak to Li Hong , please ?
Speaking .
Hi , Li Hong . This is Alice .
Hi , Alice . How are you ?
Not bad . Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ' t go to see Mrs . Brown with you tomorrow morning . My mother is ill . I must take care of her .
I ' m sorry to hear that . You ' d better stay at home . After all , we can visit Mrs . Brown later
OK . Bye - bye .
Bye .
How do you want your hair cut ? Any particular way ?
I'd just like a trim , and don't cut it too short .
Yes , sir . How about the sideburns ?
I think they only need a little trimming .
Can I use the clippers ?
No , don't use them , please .
Oh , all right , sir .
Would you trim off a bit more there , above the ear ?
Don't you think it needs a little taken off on top , too ?
I guess that would be better .
( Raising a lock ) About like this ?
No , not that much . Now , yes , that's fine .
Shave also , s ir ?
Yes .
How do you want your moustache trimmed ?
Why ?
Because he'll tell Mary and that will cause us problems .
Oh , it is not easy to learn !
I think you are a quick learner .
Well , I don't think I can manage with it .
In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ?
That's good , thank you .
Not interested ?
Not really , to be honest . Some of what they call fashion looks terrible to me .
But they are showing what will be all the rage next year .
All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street .
Did you know that fashion is cyclical ?
What , it keeps coming back ?
Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again .
Flares ?
They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers .
It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes .
That's fine , but then you'll always look plain .
It's not that hot . It's cooler than yesterday . Let's go swimming !
That's a thought . It's still early , and the beach isn't crowded at this time of the day . If we don't stay too long , we won't get sunburned .
Yeah , sounds like fun . I can wear my new pink bikini .
There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are .
Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go !
If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too .
Ok , you could borrow one of mine .
Thanks , how about the green and black one ?
No problem . Here it is .
How can I get there ?
Walk down till you see the first lights . It's cross the street .
Thank you .
Thank you .
This is our courtyard .
It's so spacious , about 40 square metres , right ?
Yes , about 46 square metres .
Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ?
Yes .
Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ?
They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time .
Very good idea . Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness .
Mr . Smith called just now that he had to fly to Shanghai on urgent business today .
OK , I see .
Mr . Smith is sending his apologies and has asked me to find out if the day after tomorrow would be all right with you .
Yes , that will be just as good .
Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ?
All right . Then I can do some shopping today before going back to my country .
That ' s great ! Do you have any plans ?
Well , I ' Ve been working so hard lately , so I ' ll probably just take it easy .
Sounds nice .
Yeah , I ' ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies .
Can I stop by ?
Sure . Any time .
Try me .
Well , I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job .
Take it easy , maybe tomorrow will be different .
I don't know , I can't stand my job these days .
Cheer up , I hope you'll feel better soon .
What school would you like to go to ?
I ' m not sure .
You honestly have no idea ?
PCC is perfectly fine for me .
You might as well stay here .
That ' s not a bad idea .
PCC is a wonderful institution .
You have a point .
So , what are you going to do ?
I ' m just going to keep going to PCC .
I heard you got a new roommate . What's he like ?
Yeah , Bob moved in last week . He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend .
Oh ? What's wrong with his girlfriend ?
She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was " what's wrong with your voice ? "
Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to .
I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil .
Oh come on , it's not that bad .
No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off .
Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking .
That's the plan .
Good luck .
That's okay , I'll just check back later . Do you have the new Sting album ?
Yes , it's right over here .
Great . One last question , where is your jazz section ?
Back there against that wall .
Oh , I see it . Thanks for your help .
No problem .
What ? Beg your pardon .
John is in prison now . He was copped outstealing .
I just cann't believe my ears !
And I came up and asked to sit by you ...
Oh , it seems like it was just yesterday .
What research are you dealing with now ?
I am dealing with the study of the architecture style of ancient Chinese buildings .
How much is it ?
A table-cloth of this size and style is 15 Yuan .
That ' s reasonable .
If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years .
Really ? I ' ll take it then .
You go !
According to your schedule , you will visit the Times Company , including its office building , workshops and stores , in the morning from 8: 30 to 11
Is there anything after the meeting ? In that case , would you add one plan ? I want to visit our guest Mr . Ross after the meeting . Can you arrange it for me ?
Yep . It's the kickoff of the barbecue season . We're invited to a grill party in the park tomorrow .
Sounds good . What do we need to bring ?
We need to buy some buns for the hot dogs and hamburgers , and I'm making potato salad .
I'll dig out the Frisbee and my kite from Taiwan .
OK . Say I was to buy four , could I get a discount ?
Well , I could offer you maybe 10 percent off .
Oh , I was hoping to get one free . Like four for 75 dollars .
This one I'd better chat with the manager . Could you give me a second ?
This is usually my chore .
I don't mind helping .
We need to set the table for four .
So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ?
That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you .
Don't be silly ! I know how to use knives and forks .
How many places have you worked altogether ?
What size prints would you like ?
Four by six will do .
All right , ma'am , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
Where are you going to study ?
I am going to register at Harvard next month .
What are you going to major in ?
I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ?
For nearly four years .
Well . You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay . At the moment , I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school .
That's right . My appointment is for 11 o'clock .
Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
Yes , of course . The guest speaker is Professor David of a University , and he'll be lecturing about The impact of the Oil Crisis on Latin America .
Mmm , that sounds very interesting .
Would you like to Come to our barbecue ?
Yes , that sounds wonderful .
OK . See you then .
But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian
Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ?
The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat .
Relly ? That's amazing .
Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly .
Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet .
Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try .
Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat .
Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet .
We'll see . Anyway , I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue . See you then !
Yeah . All of us tried our best .
Congratulations !
Thanks .
Nice to meet you , too .
Where are you from ?
I'm from Shanghai . And you ?
I'm from Chicago .
Well I don ' t think so . I don ' t like it at all !
I ' m afraid you ' re being too particular about your food .
I eat dog food when my parents are out .
We ' re in the same boat ! I ' Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now .
Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition !
Let ' s dine out tonight for a change !
Good idea !
We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is of very super quality . We only use the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it can protect your skin from UVA and UVB .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have six colors
The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ?
250 Yuan .
That's expensive .
What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel .
I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ?
Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in .
All right . How much is it ?
45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free .
Well , I'll take them .
Pretty good . Thank you .
This is not what I asked for . I'm afraid .
Oh , I'm so sorry . May I ask what you ordered again ?
Yes . What I ordered is roast beef , not roast beef sandwiches .
I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach .
That sounds like a great idea !
Would you be interested in joining me ?
Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ?
I thought that we could leave around 8
That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ?
That was part of my plan .
Well then , I'll see you on Saturday . Thanks for asking me to go with you .
You ' re pulling my leg ! She must be thirty years younger than Leo . Talk about robbing the cradle !
Well , you can bet this relationship ' s going to be a flash in the pan .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn ' t have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
I haven't even told you what it is yet !
Okay , okay , what do you want ?
Do you think I could borrow the car ? I ' m going to concert tonight .
Um .. I don ' t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother .
Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him !
Who's this Eric guy ?
Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please !
No can do ... sorry .
Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ?
No way !
That ' s so unfair !
I ' m so sorry .
That ' s ok . Don ' t be sorry . We ' ll talk later .
I wish I could . But I'm afraid I can't . I've got some serious studying to do . I have to go .
OK . See you on Today .
See you on Moday . Have a great weekend .
You too . Thanks for dropping in .
I know , dear . I am too . But we've just been too busy to look for a house .
We need to find a good realtor .
Not necessary . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive .
What do you mean ?
Realtors always get a commission . If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him .
But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles .
Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them .
I still think we should have a realtor . We're new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house . And also , the realtor will inspect the house . He can tell us if the house has any problems .
Of course we need a house inspector . But we can hire an inspector on our own . As for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us .
So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ?
It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper . Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads . Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them .
And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ?
Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves .
Why ?
That is because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher . He will have to pay a commission to the realtor .
Hmm . It all sounds very complicated .
It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time . That's why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome .
I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like .
All right . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drugstore .
Because he takes after you , he's got into trouble again .
What did he do this time ? I remember last time he was painting her fence to repay her for breaking it , and he accidentally painted her cat .
That was last time . This time it's worse .
Ok , tell me .
Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ...
And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time .
True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ...
Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad .
And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish .
At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad .
Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald .
Hmm , that is bad .
Sure , but the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it !
Thanks a lot .
You are always responsible and careful .
Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work !
Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ?
Next month .
So what are you responsible for ?
I'm going to manage the whole accounts department .
So you must get higher pay than before .
Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan .
1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ...
OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat .
Really ? Can I order anything I want ?
Of course . Let's go .
Well , it was . But the contractor ' s just told me he ' s not going to be able to finish by the twentieth , as planned .
Maybe we could work out an overtime schedule . It ' s definitely worth it to finish by the twentieth .
Are you enjoying married life ?
It couldn't be better . My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much .
You're so lucky . I hope to get married to a guy like that .
I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends .
Do you guys do anything special ?
In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe .
Sound like everything is great .
I thought you had been to Australia too .
No , but I ' m planning on visiting Australia and new Zealand soon . I ' Ve heard that they are beautiful countries . Which is the most beautiful country you ' Ve been to ?
I think I ' d say norway . It has many picturesque fjords , waterfalls , and mountains .
Isn ' t it really cold there ?
Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ' s a wet country , so there ' s snow almost everywhere in winter .
I ' Ve been to other Scandinavian countries , but not to Norway . Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there .
Last year he helped me out of trouble , too .
The name ' s Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef ' s salads .
Thank you , Mr . Morris . Please wait one moment and let me check on the order . Would you like anything to drink , sir ? On the house .
And the streets are covered with ice . Do you know what the temperature is today ?
I missed today's weather for cast in the radio
It seems 10 degree below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather , but do hate when it get slippery .
The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport
That's fine . let's go skating together tomorrow .
So I guess I have to report that I ' Ve found a little bit of work .
All you need to do is fill in the blanks correctly on the Continued Claim Form , and the EDD Office will take care of the rest .
What about if I find a job that I know will only last for a couple of weeks ? Can I take it ?
It is to your advantage to work as much as you can .
I prefer Monday .
Good . Can you come in the morning or would afternoon be best ?
Either one is OK .
Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation .
I will be prepared to do my presentation .
Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ?
Everyone needs to be there .
That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ?
I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure .
OK . We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow . Have a good day !
I am so happy I found this class because I was really nervous about my upcoming interview .
When we go into an interview , what do you think our first consideration should be ?
Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by .
Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important .
Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview .
The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company .
What else should I be thinking about ?
Be yourself and be honest . Simply answer the questions put to you .
Apology is accepted . Try to do better next time .
Of course , I should have been more careful . I ' m sorry .
What do you think I should do about it ?
Just let it be . Her rudeness will come back to haunt her .
There was plenty of room for me to pull out . You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in .
Hey , listen . I had every right to stay in the lane I was in . You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out . And anyhow , you didn't give me any time to change lanes . All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me .
I think my arm is broken .
Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too .
Listen , let's just wait until the police get here . Then we can decide whose fault this accident was .
Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried .
I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side . Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ?
Alright .
It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there .
Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital .
Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police .
Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time .
It really hurts .
Yes , maybe it does . But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ?
To hell with you . The accident was your fault .
I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone . Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ?
To hell with you .
Yes , it is . How do you know that ?
Well , Qi is famous all over the world , isn ' t he ? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting .
Cool ! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer , free sketch or claborate-style painting ?
I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings .
That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture .
I love this art exhibition !
So do I . Let ' s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ?
OK .
You are kidding , but she's so helpful .
Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
How much is the rent ?
The rent each month is $ 1050 .
That ' s a lot of money .
Did you have a better price in mind ?
What about $ 800 ?
That ' s way too low .
I can ' t pay much more than that .
How about $ 900 a month ?
That would be fine .
Great . It was a pleasure doing business with you .
I hate to trouble of you . But it is urgent . Please leave this message into him
I ' ll make sure he gets the message .
Come on ! It ' ll be fun . We play every other Saturday afternoon from May until August .
Okay . I guess I could give it a try .
So is it the right way to the City Hall ?
I ' m afraid you ' re going in the opposite direction .
Shall we go to the Tiananmen Square first ?
That's great . I trouble you so much . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Shall we go there on foot ? It's very near .
OK , let ' s go .
OK , Mom . Can I swim now ? I want to learn butterfly stroke .
Honey , listen to me . First , you should learn how to breathe in and breathe out .
Mom , it's so terrible . Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned .
Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly .
Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming .
Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough .
Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong .
Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it .
Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart .
Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head .
Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ?
That's the way to go . Now , you are flying , my boy .
Can you tell me why you replied to our advertisement ?
I think that I'll be really good at this kind of work . In fact I learn so fast that I'll be looking for promotion very shortly .
Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a Laboratory Assistant ?
A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment , keep a check on the supplies in the store , and prepare the chemicals for experiments .
What sort of student do you regard yourself as ? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school ?
I suppose I'm a reasonable student . I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me .
What were your favorite subjects at school ?
Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school . I also enjoyed history .
Do you have any plans for further study ?
Well , I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College . I think I would really benefit from doing that .
Have you ever had a job before ?
Yes . I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner .
We have a lot of other applicants for this position . Why do you think that you deserve to get the job ?
Well , I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved . I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well .
I think I have asked you everything I wanted to . Thank you for coming along to the interview .
Thank you . When will I know if I am successful ?
We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week . Well . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
The one smoking a cigar .
Oh , he's the coach of the football team .
I hope so . You see , at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent . I'm awfully worried , I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect .
Oh , she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class . She doesn't mind your making mistakes , though .
You know , speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use .
I cannot have the heart to do that .
Poor Ann . She did not love her husband at all .
Yeah . She married him at her mother's bidding .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
It appears that you have late fees .
Really ?
Yes , really .
How much do I owe ?
You owe $ 24 . 50 in late fees .
I don ' t have that much today .
I ' m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ' t be able to check out any more books .
I ' ll pay it as soon as possible .
To me English is a difficult language .
A second language is always difficult .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
We're ready to order . A cup of coffee for me , and a glass of oranges for her .
Yes , how would you like your coffee ?
Just black coffee . Do you serve anything else besides drinks , say cake .
We also serve sandwiches and cakes .
Give me two pieces of cake .
I missed you too .
Why haven't you tried to come see me then ?
I've been really busy .
Doing what ?
Working .
I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too .
What have you been doing ?
I've been working too .
Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me .
I am too .
Well , I feel a little tired .
Come on ! A little labor , much health .
Then can you wait a few minutes ? I want to finish writing this letter .
Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather .
I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ?
I Believe I will . Look for me near the lake .
About 7 o'clock .
Shall we bring any thing ? Some wine ?
No , not really . Just bring yourselves . We would like to your presence .
Got it . It's so troublesome to have western food . I've been learning the table manners for hours but still can't really it .
Sure . Rather than eating , having western food is more about western culture .
Yeah . Which restaurant are we going to tonight ?
Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant .
Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ?
You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now .
I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ?
There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget .
Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too .
It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ?
I'll take care of the order .
OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ?
Don't forget about the dessert .
OK , then 50 Yuan for dessert . 500 Yuan all together .
How do you get along with them ?
We get alone very well .
this is supposed to be your vacation ; we'd like you to just relax .
cooking makes me feel relaxed . So , what are we cooking ?
ok , well , we're going to make a pan of lasagne , a salad , and some garlic bread . Here's the recipe . Do you want to get the ingredients we need out of the cupboard ?
sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too .
that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ?
that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there .
fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet .
you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ?
I don't think it's broken .
well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages !
fine . I'll go vacuum . Let me know if you need any other help .
Right . How are you going to spend your weekend ?
I don't know . I have no idea .
Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home ?
I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible .
You should try it . It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too . What do you say ?
OK , but don't say I didn't warn you .
That was a pretty good shot , Mary .
Thanks . This is fun !
Let me help you with your serve .
No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before . Maybe I should learn to do something .
Of course , you can . All you need is a little help and a lot of practice .
Do you really think I can be a good player ?
Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ?
Yes . This has been fun .
No , that won't be necessary . I just need a taxi .
Perhaps you'd prefer a limousine . That's such a stylish way to travel .
Just a taxi , please .
And what is your destination ?
I'm going to Rockefeller Center .
I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ?
I want to leave as soon as possible .
Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir .
Thank you , I'm coming down now .
It won't be but a few seconds , sir .
Well yes , I do have a number of questions , but perhaps first you could give me a brief overview I ' d like to get a little bit of an idea of your background .
Yes , of course . Well as you can see from the resume I ' m 27 and grew up in Brooklyn , New York , although our family moved to London when I was quite young , at around 16 .
Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ?
Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ' Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business
Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood .
Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ' m really looking to settle down .
I see . Okay , well let ' s move on to discuss your education shall we ?
Sure .
After five days ' hard work , I'm surely going to have some fun .
But I'd prefer to stay at home and have a good rest .
I appreciate your kindness .
why ? Do you have to make a choice now ?
not really . But it has puzzled me for a long time .
what's the puzzle ?
my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids .
oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way .
yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night .
oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren .
but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not .
definitely .
you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness .
don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together .
I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child .
sure . You can fully enjoy your time together .
Sure thing . So , where are you flying in from ?
From China .
Really ? You don ' t look very Chinese to me , if you don ' t mind me saying so .
It ' s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products .
Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ?
Don ' t you know it ' s rude to ask a lady her age ?
Don ' t get me wrong ! It ' s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas !
Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ?
I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage .
Really ? That ' s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ?
Uh ... yeah .. of course !
Yes . I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles .
All right . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards . Make it hot , please .
You've got it , sir .
Let me have a look . It's mine . I have been looking for it , but just cannot find it . It's present from my father .
Well , here you are . Remember to put it in a proper place .
Do you sing alto ?
Actually , I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate . What about you .
Looks like we both float back and forth . I'm baritone .
Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them .
I heard them warming up earlier . You're right .
It's good to have you in the group . We can always use a good baritone !
I'm absolutely lovely , thank you .
Everything's been good with you ?
I haven't been better . How about yourself ?
I started school recently .
Where are you going to school ?
I'm going to PCC .
How do you like it so far ?
I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now .
I wish you luck .
Thanks a lot .
If you're sure you're not in a hurry , I can use a little help .
OK . Would you like me to get you a cab ?
Ok , Mr . Smith . Do you have any bags to check ?
Just this one .
And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Aisle , please .
Boarding time is ten 20am .
What ' s the gate number ?
Gate 29C . Have a nice flight .
Too risky anyway . It ' s necessary to look before you leap .
you have it right . Alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China . Drinking with business partners or would-be friends is a way of solidifying friendship , especially in Northern China .
I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me . But if I keep gulping down one cup after another , I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick .
you lose face by refusing to drink , and the host might think you refuse to give him face . The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up . This will endear you
a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood .
then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you .
I got you . Next time . I'll preface a toast with a statement like ' I can't drink any more ' and then drink anyway .
I have no idea .
Do you want to know where I bought mine ?
Where did you get it from ?
I got it from IKEA .
How much did it cost you ?
It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set .
Is the furniture sturdy ?
The furniture is built extremely well .
I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good .
Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic .
But they do .
What makes you say that ?
They wear the same clothes , they ' re all blond , they all drive cars , they all own Parker fountain pens ; they all drink Coca Cola , and they all chew gum .
I disagree with you . They don ' t all wear the same clothes ; they ' re definitely not all blond ; they don ' t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ' t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ' t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ' t have anything to do with how they look !
Maybe I am just homesick . I know you ' re right . I just miss China , that ' s all .
Well , how long will it take if I send it by surface mail ?
About five weeks .
Oh , dear . It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail . How much will it cost if I send it by air ?
Just a moment . I'll weigh it .
Well-done , please .
Well , have it your way .
Nice to meet you , too .
Fruit juice , cakes and refreshments , and everything .
I'd like to have a glass of tomato juice , please .
Any cereal , sir ?
Yes , a dish of cream of wheat .
And eggs ?
Yes , bacon and eggs with buttered toast . I like my bacon very crisp .
How do you want your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that's enough . T hank you .
You're welcome .
I would like to talk to you about your daughter .
Is there a problem ?
No , your daughter is great .
That's great news .
Your daughter is a wonderful student .
She isn't messing up in class ?
Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved .
Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well .
It is my pleasure to have her in my class .
Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
Actually you haven't had much .
To tell you the truth , I am on a diet .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
Sure . Actually it's a routine board meeting . The things to be discussed are all written here .
Very good . May I keep it ? I need it to draw up a notice of the meeting and the agenda .
Go ahead . It's for your reference . While you are at it , make me a special agenda and don't forget to have enough room at the side for notes .
You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ?
Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control .
I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ?
The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ?
Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right .
Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well .
Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ?
Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately .
But I am not familiar with the members of the board .
Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number .
That's a good idea . All right , I ' ll withdraw and get down to it if you don't mind .
Why not go and see a doctor ?
I never trust those stupid doctors .
I've been in China . Where were you ?
In Thailand . I taught English there .
Would you like to try some watermelon juice ? It tastes good .
All right
Are you sure ?
Yes . I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted .
Just because he gets on well with everybody ?
Partly , and he's also a hardworking man .
Is there any difference in their short hand ?
Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ' s short hand is the best in her class .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
I'm getting dressed , what does it look like ?
It looks like you are about to get dressed . Did you forget we are in a car on the road ?
I'm good at this . Nobody will see anything .
Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking !
All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room .
That will be my pleasure .
I thought so . Who ' s that beside her ?
That must be Conrad Reeves .
Conrad Reeves , the actor ? It can ' t be . Let me have another look . I think you ' re right ! Isn ' t he her third husband ?
No , He must be her fourth or fifth .
Doesn ' t Karen Marsh look old !
She does , doesn ' t she ! I read she ' s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty .
I ' m sure she is .
She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl .
That was a long time ago , wasn ' t it ?
Not that long ago ! I ' m not more than twenty-nine myself .
Cool phone . What kind of phone card do you want ?
It's for my daughter who is still a senior high school student .
Then the M-Zone will be suitable .
What's special with the service ?
You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that .
That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card .
Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now .
Oh , good . Then what is it ?
If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free .
May I have two of them ?
Sure . As many as you want .
Okay , then a third one for my husband too .
What is our time frame ?
Let's meet on Friday to discuss your progress . Give me your e-mail address ... umm , I mean addresses ... We'll be in touch .
Well , to tell the truth , I don't really feel like it tonight . I had a pretty hard day and I'm sort of tired .
Hmm . Well , in that case , we could go to the movies .
Oh , we always go to the movies . Can ' t we do something different ?
Well , do you have any suggestions ?
Let's see . How do you feel about playing bridge ?
It's OK with me , but we don't have any beer and things .
Well , shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over , and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff .
OK .
What do you find annoying ?
Well , I work very long hours , ten hours a day is quite normal . And if something important comes up , I ' m often in the office until 8 or 9 in the evening .
He won the first place !
Good boy !
Can I do anything else for you ?
I would also like to check out this video .
Is that all ?
Yes , just the video .
May I see your library card ?
Here you go .
You have to take care of this video .
Oh , I will .
You will be fined if you damage it .
I understand . Thank you very much .
Why ? What had you expected ?
I ' d expected it to be much more exciting .
But if we're going to start a band , we have to be able to sing and dance . Can you do that ?
I'm not a very good singer , but I'm a really great dancer ! I love hip hop dancing .
Great ! I'll sing , and you can dance in our band .
What's the matter ?
I'm not sure .
Is it broken ?
I hope not ! Oh , I see .
What is it ?
The batteries are worn down . I need replace them .
Where can we get batteries ?
All photography shops carry them .
OK . Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does .
Yes , I am . I really don't feel much like cooking , but the family must eat .
Well , you know me . I can always eat pizza , or spaghetti .
So I've noticed . You're putting on a little weight , aren't you ?
I know . Don't remind me . I'm starting a new diet the day after tomorrow .
It's about time .
It can show your good attainment as well .
Besides , you can pick up some helpful information from the talk .
First of all , you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile .
To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time .
And your statement should be clear and brief to the point .
Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic .
Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer .
Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic .
Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk .
In a word , any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening .
Why ?
I have to take my exams for getting into the university , so I need to prepare .
Do you think it will help ?
It has to ! I ' Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ' t know , but the school has a great success record .
Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too .
I ' ll pick up an application form for you at school tomorrow .
Yes , I turned it off when the fight got heated in it .
It's really hard to avoid such bad influence anyway .
That ' s amazing ! You got a good pay here , didn ' t you ?
It ' s true . But I can ' t show my abilities .
Come on ! Don ' t be silly !
Your present job is something better . Why do you change ?
Well . How do you know ?
No , this is her sister , Nancy .
You sure sound like Naomi .
Oh . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Please tell her that Andy called .
Okay . I'll give her the message .
Thanks .
Bye .
Didn't you feel any jet lag from the change in time zones ?
I felt fine . I must have been too excited to notice .
I've never been to Disneyland . I went to Universal Studios when I was fifteen . My parents took my brother Franco and I to Los Angeles and San Francisco . Wish you and Janet love each other more .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let's wait and see .
I want to place a long-distance call to London . Is this the right counter ?
Yes . Here's a booking form . Please write down the number you wish to call , the name of the person you want to talk to , and your own name for our reference .
All right . Can you tell me when I will be able to get through ?
It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible .
Thank you .
Do you want to mail it by air or by sea ?
By sea .
I'm sorry , I didn't quite catch that .
Noirin , N-O-I-R-I-N , it's an Irish name .
that's good of you . why did you decide to get a rabbit .
well , i wanted to get a pet that wouldn't disturb the neighbors . at the same time , I wanted a pet that would be affectionate .
rabbits aren't usually that affectionate , are they ?
if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats .
i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ?
not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its
that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ?
No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad .
can you train a rabbit to do things ?
you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet .
that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ?
not yet . She's pretty tame . I think she must be used to being around lots of different people .
Do I have to book the tour right now ?
There is no need . We have the tour everyday .
Oh , how nice ! there are bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
That is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
Who did you vote for ?
I voted for Obama , of course !
Can you believe that he actually won ?
I knew he would win .
I didn ' t think he would .
He was the top candidate .
I figured people wouldn ' t vote for him because he ' s African American .
That just goes to show that America is finally turning over a new leaf .
You ' re absolutely right .
I ' m excited that Barack Obama is our President .
What style do you want ?
I'd like to try a new hair-style . Could you show me some pictures of hair styles ?
Sure . Here you are .
Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please .
Yes , Miss . Is that all right ?
Beautifully done .
And would you like a manicure ?
No , thanks . How much should I pay ?
One hundred yuan , please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
The big one or the small one ?
The big one .
Yes .
It's right next to it , on the right .
Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ?
I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now .
I really need to get some things before I leave .
Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day .
Can I take the subway to get there ?
Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab .
Won't that be expensive ?
No , from here I think it's only about 5 dollars .
No , but I'd really like to .
You'd like it .
Do you want something to drink ?
Yes , I'd like some coffee .
Sorry , I don't have any coffee .
That's OK . I'll have a glass of water .
A small glass , or a big one ?
Small please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
I'd like to have the insurance of the goods covered up to 130 % of the invoice amount .
Ok , this premium for the difference between 130 % and 110 % of the invoice value should be borne by the buyer .
That's understood .
What dress size do you wear ?
Medium , a woman ' s size 10 or 12 .
This dress is the latest fashion form Paris . It ' s made of pure silk . And this silk blouse would go with this skirt . Do you like it ?
Yes .
Why don ' t you try it on and see how you feel about it ?
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll try it on .
How does that feel ?
It feels very good .
You look wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll take it . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
That's a beautiful city . When do you want to go there ?
We have got a 2 weeks ' vocation and we plan to leave on Thursday .
Then please have a look at the table , there are so many plans .
Yes . I'd like to send a $ 20 money order .
There you go .
No , there ' s a police car behind us . He ' ll stop .
Looks like the one guy lost control in all this rain , and the other one hit him .
Yeah . It ' s pretty bad , that car looks like a coke can .
These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days .
Yeah , it looks like we ' re in for a long drive .
Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it .
All right .
Yes , but it's checked out .
What a pity ! I missed it again .
It's popular you know . You want to reserve it ?
Yes , please .
Fill out this form and we will send you a note when we get the book .
Thank you . What shall I do when I check out these books ?
Take the card , and fill in your name and library card number .
Thank you so much .
Oh , what ' s the matter ?
I ' Ve got a fever and really a bad headache .
Oh , that ' s too bad . Why don ' t you take some aspirin ?
I ' Ve already tried some but it didn ' t help .
Well , it ' s necessary for you to see a doctor .
Yeah , I guess I should .
Well , you ' d better get some rest .
Thank you very much .
Bye .
Oh no ! That ' s terrible !
Yeah .
What happened ?
My boss said I didn ' t have enough skills to do the job well .
What are you going to do ?
I ' m going to start taking classes at the local community college to try to improve my skills . Then I ' ll start looking for a new position .
I was told that it took a lot of time and effort to apply .
That is true . I'll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It's usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate all your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
I graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce .
What was your major at college ?
My major was accounting .
Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ?
Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises .
What kind of work are you doing now ?
I'm engaged in accounting .
What are your responsibilities in your present work ?
My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency .
Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ?
I think so .
Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ?
Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 .
What's the creditor's equity ?
The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities .
Oh dear . Maybe you ' Ve caught a cold .
Yes , I ' Ve had lots of overtime to do recently and I haven ' t slept much at all .
Well then , you should get some rest this weekend and don ' t go out drinking .
Yes , I think you ' re right !
Yes , I am trying to find good movers now . Do you know any ?
Not really .
What did you do for your last move ?
Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out .
Oh . that's very nice of him .
Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you .
Yes , please .
I believe it ' s going to Ms . Wilson ' s office .
Get her on the phone , please . I need to clarify this .
I have one but it can only be used in my country .
Why don't you change the cash to traveler's checks ? It's much more convenient and safer . When you are abroad , you can cash them .
Well , that's great .
I like yellow best . How much does it cost ?
It costs 275 yuan , Miss .
It's nice , but that's very steep for a rain coat . Could you give me a 20 percent discount ?
Sorry , we don't give discounts .
In that case , I don't think I'll buy one here .
No problem .
So why don ' t you tell me why you are interested in changing positions ?
Unfortunately , our company is shutting down due to the economy .
What would you consider your strengths ?
I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes .
What is your biggest weakness ?
I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged .
We have a position where that could work out well .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you're right . There needs to be an international response to this problem ?
Do you have an English-Chinese dictionary ?
Yes . Here you are .
It was in my pocket , but now I can't find it .
Is it in the other pocket ?
No , it is not here . Damn it ! I'm going to have to buy another ticket .
Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in .
OK .
No . Our check out time is still be eight thirty tomorrow .
And we arrange a morning call at seven thirty . Is that be fine ?
That ' s alright .
Please put your luggage outside your room by eight . The bail-boy will pick them up .
Thank you .
Thank you very much . I hope you enjoy your stay .
Thanks , but I couldn't eat another bite . I'm really full .
Yes , I know . I must get my traveler ' s check and some foreign currency .
Yes , you need the traveler ' s check but you needn ' t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ' t need them .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Do you want to be an instructor in the future ?
Yes . I regard instructor as a decent occupation and I love to be an instructor .
Would you like them delivered ?
Yes , I'd like them sent to this address .
Do you want to sign the card ?
No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting .
Ah ... very well , sir . I'll have them delivered this afternoon .
Then what kind of product can fade freckles ?
I recommend Nisei products . This brand has a face cream which is effective on fading freckles .
How much is it ?
419 yuan .
It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ?
I'm afraid there isn't .
It's dusty everywhere in the house . Can you help me do the housecleaning ?
OK . I will call Peter to clean it together .
That's my good girl . The clothes need washing . I'll do the laundry .
Certainly . First of all , the old model had a rather small screen , so not much information could appear at one time . So on the new model , we have made the screen much bigger and ...
Excuse me , but what are the Mbps mainly used for ?
Oh , there are many uses and I'll explain them in detail a little later . First , I'd like to ...
Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ?
You were right , Mr . Tim . Your colleagues do want know all about it .
What about you , Mary ?
Coke is fine . Thank you .
Why is she still single ? She must have a face that would stop a clock .
Oh , quite the other way round . She is a knock-out . She devotes much of her time to her career .
I never had very many headaches before , but the last few weeks I have been getting a lot of them .
Have you had any unusually stressful situations in your life lately ?
My mother just passed away last Tuesday .
I ' m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ?
I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority .
Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ?
No , I haven ' t hit my head .
I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests .
I don't know . I'm pretty full . What are we having ?
I made strawberry shortcake .
Ooh , that's my favorite . Maybe I'll have a small slice .
Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ?
I'll have a cup of tea .
Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ?
Actually , could I have some milk with that ?
Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ?
Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go .
What happened ?
I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up .
I'll go with you . Where is she ?
She's on the M40 , near Reading .
Is she alright ?
I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this .
Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go .
Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own .
Ok . Just call me if you need anything then .
I will . Thanks a lot .
I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen .
We can certainly do that . Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen .
Actually , can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty . am ?
I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ?
I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again .
Okay . Good night , sir .
Why ?
Well , I want to build a deck in my back yard .
What for ?
So I can have a special place to hang out with friends , and also do some barbecuing on weekends .
That sounds cool . Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job ?
You ? Do you have a carpenter's license ?
Yes , of course . But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle .
Wow ! That's cool . So , let me give you some details about the deck I want .
Please go ahead , I am listening .
I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door .
Is your back door higher than the ground level ?
Yes , the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground .
Okay , then you need a deck with a guardrail .
I don't like things to be fancy .
Don't worry . I will build your deck with a simple but classic look .
Hmm , that's good . Can you use cedar or redwood to build it ?
Cedar is a good choice .
Well , let's take the measurements right now .
Do you already have a foursome ?
Unfortunately , we do . Let's plan for something together for Wednesday . We can go right after work .
That sounds good . Where do you want to play ?
We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work .
How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close .
How much does it cost over there ?
Twilight rates are 21 dollars .
That's pretty good . Let's do it .
Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4
Make it 4
Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time .
Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then .
Aright . Have fun on Saturday .
Will do .
What's up ?
Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
nice to meet you too .
would you like something to drink ? I've got tea and some grape juice .
thanks . Some tea would be nice . Chinese tea is great . I really like your tea set . Where did you get it ?
oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well .
oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here .
you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants
there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight .
well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way .
that would be wonderful . Thanks !
The subway ? But is there a subway station next to my hotel ? I have to go between the conference center and the hotel several times a day ...
No worries , there's a subway station at the conference center itself , and a shuttle from your hotel to the conference center that takes only 5 minutes . When you do your personal sightseeing , you can first take the shuttle to the conference center , then hop on the metro .
Is it expensive to ride on the underground ?
You can get a daily pass that will allow you to travel unlimited for the whole day for about 6 dollars . Otherwise , you can pay by trip , which is about 50 cents to 2 dollars each trip , depending on how far you go .
Is it easy to get lost ?
No , no ... . it's very hard to get lost . There are two lines , one that goes in a circle , the other that is straight . If you get lost , there are always subway attendants that can help you find your way .
Yes , he has been like that since his accident .
What a pity !
No wonder you can control your voice so well . You are a professional singer .
Well , you are flattering me . I wouldn't say I am a professional , but I did receive some training at school . My music teacher used to be a professional singer .
Well , a good teacher makes good students .
You are quite right .
10,000 sq . m . You should give us a discount for such a large quantity .
A higher discount will be given for a big order , so we are willing to give you a 5 % discount this time .
The Iranians will give us a 10 % discount if such a high order is placed with them . No doubt you know an incentive discount encourages the buyers and helps expand seller's business .
Of course I know . But there is too high a rate . Frankly speaking , the maximum discount we can make is 6 % .
Yes , it's used , but she said it was in very good shape . It's a small foreign car .
What else did she tell you ? Did she tell you how many miles there are on it ?
She thinks it has about twenty-five or thirty thousand miles .
That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ?
Three thousand dollars .
Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ?
He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city .
Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ?
No , but she gave me her friend's telephone number . I can call him and make an appointment .
Yeah ! May I introduce Mis ... eh ... Miss ...
My name is Jane Brown !
Oh yeah ! Would you please welcome ... Miss Jan Brown .
A big one would be nice .
How about this one ? It's our biggest -- 16 " in diameter .
Oh , yes . I like that one . But it's too heavy .
Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum .
Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle .
Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it .
Great . Will that be cash or charge ?
Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show you the lid . It comes with the pan .
It's about the best we can do , Smith . We need to hammer something out today . If I go back empty-handed , I may be coming back to you soon to ask for a job .
OK . 17 % the first six months , 14 % for the second .
Good . Let's iron out the remaining details . When do you want to take delivery ?
We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st .
Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st .
Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments .
Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 .
I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Tom , this deal promises big returns for both sides . Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Do you have anything do declare ?
No , I don't .
Any cigarettes ? Baker ?
Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky .
What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of those ? Let me taste it .
Yes , Sir , go ahead , here you are .
Nope . I'm going to tell your fortune . So ... the oilier , the better .
You've gone bonkers , Jen .
It's facial paper , and it fits into the rings of my binder ! It's magical .
OK . Let's see . Give me a sheet .
Just a few shirts .
OK . You may wrap it now . Please fill in this form and label it . ( after a moment ) Would you like it registered ?
No , I'd rather send it by ordinary mail .
Nine dollars and fifty cents .
Here you are .
Here's the receipt .
Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
Welcome to this corporation , Mr . White . Won ' t you please sit down ?
Thank you .
Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct . Exhibition there . Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind .
Yes , we have . I ' Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ' d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it .
Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery .
I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles .
Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles .
Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ?
We normally export CFR .
What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis .
That can be discussed .
All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ?
What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel .
I'll be expecting you , then .
Not everything , just this film . Even the title is ridiculous . and it ' s so long , those are the two and a half most wasted hours of my life , so much so that I ' m thinking about asking them to give me my money back .
I ' m thinking of taking you back home . I thought we could have a nice evening , but you ' re always so negative .
I ' m only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage .
You see , that ' s what I ' m talking about , I can ' t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings .
Well he ' s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories .
Love stories ? More like one-night-stands .
Don ' t criticize Mario or else I ' ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours ; they ' re no saints .
My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ?
You ' re unbearable ; you can walk home , I ' m leaving .
Nice to meet you too .
Mrs . Smith , what do you do for work ?
I'm a doctor .
Oh . Where do you work ?
New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ?
I'm a teacher .
What do you teach ?
I teach English .
Where ?
At a high school in New Jersey .
That's nice . How old are you ?
I'm 32 .
Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
Sixty bucks ? No-can-do , son . You'll be lucky if I go down to eighty-five .
Eighty-five ? That's the best you can do ? I'll come back later ...
First , about the terms of payment . Your draft contract says that payment is to be made by D \ A . This is not our practice . We prefer to have the payment made by L \ C through a negotiating bank in America .
Good . I will add this to the contract .
The second thing I would like to point out , that is packaging . It's stipulated in the contract that all the computer parts should be packed in cardboard boxes . But I think the wooden cases are much safer .
Well , you are right . Is there anything else ?
As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much .
Well , we have agreed on all the major points .
It's a good car .
What year is it ?
1999 .
How about the mileage ?
6,000 miles , all highway mileage .
What do you mean 7B
Highway miles are not as bad as local miles . They do not hurt car as much .
Oh , why such a high mileage ?
The owner was commuting everyday crossing the state line .
Okay . Does this car have a warranty ?
One month .
How do I make sure I am not buying a junk ?
You'll check it out anyway you want . You can take it to a garage .
How much is it ?
$ 5,900 .
I'll have to think about it .
Leave your phone number , and I will give you a call if the price gets reduced .
Okay .
Not right now . I've got to get another car and my old one is blown up .
Oh , hey , did you look in the classified ads ?
You mean used cars ?
No , Ah ... single sellers .
Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problems .
Uh huh . How about a used car ? They've got good ones now .
It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get .
Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now . You'd feel so good driving a new car .
Let's look at them all . Have you got a paper there ?
First and secondary research . I hope that you can address this concern immediately as i find it very disturbing .
Yes , I will . We are very happy with your performance and want to continue our woodworking relationship .
I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase .
Let me take this up with the Director and get back to you immediately .
Excellent . I have been expecting it .
Is it important ?
You bet it is . It's about the new contract .
Here it is , sir .
25th Sep ? Oh , I have an appointment tonight .
What time is your appointment ?
It is at 8 o'clock .
What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ?
I don't know what time it is .
It must be about 6 o'clock .
I have to go now . I don't want to be late .
You won't be late . It's still early .
But his daughter is a very nice girl .
Why ? What happened ?
Well , his son had an accident and Bill doesn ' t have health insurance . This really got me thinking , and I wondered if we shouldn ' t look into a couple of different HMO ' s .
Yeah , you ' re right . We aren ' t getting any younger and our kids are getting older .
Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too .
Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money .
Well , we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine .
I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare .
Not in a million years !
We're going to the beach for the weekend .
Are you going fishing ?
No . Just some fun in the sun . We really need to get away and relax for a few days .
Well , don't worry . I ' ll take care of the business for you . Have fun !
When's the wedding going to be ?
We haven't decided yet . There are a lot of things to sort out , you know .
Are you having a big wedding ?
Yes , I've always dream of having a big wedding .
But what do you say about that ?
I don't really enjoy big occasions , but I think I ' ll come round to the idea in the end , It only happens once in a lifetime .
Perhaps I'll agree with Mike . I couldn't stand a big wedding with many relatives and friends of my parents or my wife whom I'd never met before .
Actually they ' re expecting the baby to come on my birthday .
Oh , what a coincidence ! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it . He likes children and always wants a child of his own .
In fact , they ' re both very excited about the coming baby . Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like , since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese .
Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ' s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ?
It ' s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now .
Oh ! You mean she doesn ' t have to work now ? It ' s hard for young parents not to overreact , isn ' t it ?
not really . I was being sarcastic . Does it come with the job ?
yes , everyone on the sales floor has to wear one . They're supposed to make us look more professional .
they're not actually that bad . They could be worse . What do you think about it ?
I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day .
so are you enjoying your new job ?
it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great .
how do you like working in sales ?
I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster .
that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department .
yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman !
I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos !
how do you know her ?
she's my cousin .
why didn't you tell me about that before ?
I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting .
well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime .
that's a good idea . Let's discuss after work .
That ' s okay , Martin . If you could just bring it in tomorrow , I ' d appreciate it .
Definitely . I ' m really sorry !
Look , this is a pimple !
Oh , I think it is .
How come ?
I think it's because of your bad habits !
I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot .
I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem .
I wasn't aware of that !
You should do better later .
I'd like to make an appointment right now .
What day are you available ?
I would like to have it done this Friday .
Three o'clock is the only time we can come in .
Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ?
I'm sorry , but that's our only available time .
How about Saturday ?
We're completely open on Saturday .
Can you come over at 11
That'll be fine .
I don't think so . Is that table all right ?
That's free .
Here is the bigger size .
This one fits me well but it is too expensive , can you make it a little cheaper ?
Yes , what size do you want ?
I want it enlarged to 5 inches .
No problem . Come and get your picture on Friday .
Certainly , Visible Treasury Certificates . Then you can get a receipt from the savings office as proof of payment . Hence the ' visible ' , you can see it .
Ah , right . How much do I need to spend ?
The minimum is 100 RIB , and the maximum is 500,000 RIB .
How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ?
Yes , they are different because they are printed by the Ministry of Finance in set amounts . Just 100 RIB , 500 RIB and 1,000 RIB , you cannot choose from many amounts , you see .
I try to do that , but I can ' t get up early enough .
I couldn ' t either at first , but you get used to it .
It ' s so hot at lunchtime ; I ' d rather run in the morning .
Well , why don ' t you come tomorrow ? I ' ll stop by your house on my way out .
I could try , but I can ' t say for sure if I ' ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ?
I ' ll give you a call around 6:00 and stop by around 6:30 .
O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ' ll be able to get up in time for a jog .
Great , I ' ll see you then .
See you .
You bet . The wrestlers had got sound defences and they simply couldn't make it .
May I have your name please ?
My name is Judy Liao . That's spelled L I A O .
Alright ... And did you have some specific questions about your application ?
Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume .
Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check . Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume .
Thank you .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ?
No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient .
Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ?
I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes . Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants .
I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful .
If you have any further questions , you can call any time .
Thank you .
Thank you . Goodbye .
I have tickets to a show . Do you want to go with me ?
What kind of music is it ?
Pop . It's Maria Carey .
When is it ?
At 8P M tomorrow night .
Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ?
Yes , that's a good idea .
Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment .
Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ?
Yes , that's right . You have a good memory .
Capital Airport .
What's your flight time ?
At 7:50 .
I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 .
How long is the ride from here then ?
Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less . Is that okay ?
Yes , that'll be fine . How much is this going to cost ?
She doesn't look like our classmate .
Don't mistake her as somebody . She ' s my older sister .
Really , she's so pretty .
Okay , that'll be $ 6 . 85 with tax .
Of course they are .
Middle-aged means in the middle , Ethel , middle of life . People don't live to a hundred and fifty .
Oh , we are the part on the edge of middle . That's all .
Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging .
Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ?
I can if you like .
Aw , come on , it was nothing . I'm just doing my job .
No , I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean , if I look back on your previous presentations , this is a huge improvement .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
oh , that's exciting . What's this guy like ? Is he hot ?
well , I didn't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found his extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , a
it seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
there's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar h
well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you as me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
I have really itchy skin and think I may have to have it looked at .
Have you been feeling any joint aches with that rash ?
No , but I have a low fever .
I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ?
I want to come in on Wednesday .
I can fit you in on that day at 10
I would prefer Dr . Smith .
You can see the doctor of your choice then , and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time .
Just for being a few days late ?
This isn ' t the first time you have been considerably late with the rent . I need to start the procedure to evict you .
Are you taking my apartment away ?
This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent .
Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ?
You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments .
I will go write a check right now .
Thank you . I will need a cashier ' s check or cash , please .
I hope you voted for him .
Of course I did . Didn ' t you ?
Of course !
I have total faith in Obama as our President .
You do ?
Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf .
Our country really could use some work .
I believe that change has already begun .
I couldn ' t agree more .
I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country .
Stereotypes ? Like what ?
Well , like since I'm black , I must like rap music , come from the inner city , or play basketball well .
I do know you like rap music , but the other two are definitely false . I ' Ve seen you play basketball .
Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma .
You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy .
I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well .
Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all .
Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion .
I see . It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US .
Hi , Vanessa . I ' m Don . I ' m calling from Seller ' s Market . Are you still interested in a position as a cashier ?
Yes . Is the position available now ?
Yes , it is . Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome . I ' ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 .
I ' ll see you then . Good bye .
I was looking through the ads today , and I found it in there .
In the ads ? Are you serious ?
Yeah , and it ' s affordable too .
I ' d like to hear about this apartment .
First of all , it ' s absolutely gorgeous .
What is the rent each month ?
It ' s only $ 725 a month .
That ' s amazing . The rent is very cheap .
I know it is .
It ' s a good thing that you read that ad today .
Have you booked already ?
Yes , my table is for 7 and it's near the window .
OK , sir . I will show you your table .
Actually , why don't we go there by bike ? We could get stuck in traffic if we travel by bus in rush hour .
That's true . Cycling is good for our environment , too . Let me just get my helmet then .
Is your helmet comfortable ?
Not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
Maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
Is that your new bicycle ?
Yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
It's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
Nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
Well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
That's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
Is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
It's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
I haven't taken it yet .
Could you fill these papers out , please ?
Can I take my test right now ?
You need an appointment .
I would like to do that right now , if I could .
Is Friday good for you ?
That's perfect .
Okay , so Friday at what time ?
The morning would be nice .
All right . Come in on Friday at 11
It said that people with a positive attitude 7 tend to live longer and happier .
I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea .
And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress .
And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise . My father is over 60 years old , and he lifts weights every day .
I want to find information on World War Two .
Well , can you be more specific ? There are a lot of websites about that .
Yes , I want to know about the Normandy Landing .
Ok . Well , go to www . google . com , and type in Normandy Landing .
Oh , wow ! There are lot of sites .
Here , try this one . It's a good site about Normandy Landing .
Thanks .
For detailed information , however , you should read a history book .
Thanks . If I am interested , I'll go to the library .
That's absolutely wrong ! I was out exploring the city Monday night .
Okay , let me see what I can do for you .
Thank you . I didn't think it would be this simple .
I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service .
Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ?
Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed .
This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again !
I'm sorry , sir . Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters .
Have you got any wine or spirits ?
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
OK , please take a seat . Look at here . Head up . Done .
I want to fetch them in 3 days .
Could you spell that , please ?
Sure . It's H-I-L-T-O-N .
One moment , please . Ah yes , Mr . Hilton , you booked a single room for three nights . Is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I see from the computer that you are a frequent guest here . Do you have your loyalty card ?
Yes , here you are . And here's my credit card , too .
Thank you . Right , your room number is 105 . Here's your key and receipt . Thank you for choosing our hotel again , sir .
Thank you , goodbye .
Goodbye .
You're welcome . This is my duty . Anything else ?
Yes , you'd print out the address and telephone number of those guests from your computer , and then send those materials to each business worker .
OK , I'll do it right now .
By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip .
Yes , I get it .
OK , it's no anything . Do what you should do .
what happened to him ?
he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving .
was it his first offence ?
unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university .
what happened to him then ?
not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 .
did they take his license away ?
no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now .
what do you think will happen to him ?
well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail .
that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ?
not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one .
my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him .
that'd be great ! I know he'd appreciate your help .
No , I'm not asking for money . I'm asking for your advice .
Oh , you've already grown up , son .
Oh , it's unbelievable !
No thank you . I ' d like to send it just by normal post .
Well , I would like to order breakfast for tomorrow coming .
Certainly , Sir . What would you like to have ?
Please give me two fried eggs , two orders of toast and a cup of coffee .
Fine . Have a nice stay here .
How frustrating ! The bus is still not coming .
Ma'am , take your kid to school ?
Yes . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut .
No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus .
The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school .
My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way .
That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone . Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand .
OK !
What is the fare ?
It's 14 . 5 Yuan .
Keep the change !
Thanks , Ma'am .
OK .
What do you want to do ?
I'm hungry . I'd like to eat something .
Where do you want to go ?
I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant .
What kind of Italian food do you like ?
I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ?
No , I don't , but I like pizza .
Will this table be all right ?
Actually , I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible .
Certainly . How about this one ?
This will be fine , thanks .
( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order .
Thank you .
It's M , C , capital D .
What about the red one ? It's the best seller .
Yeah , it's quite cute . I don't think it will fit me . I would prefer a darker color . Have you a black one ?
Yes , We have .
Thanks .
I can tell you worked hard on it .
I really did ! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago .
Well , it was definitely worth all the time .
Let's just hope my teacher agrees .
You are kidding , but she's so helpful .
Tom ... you are her boss , you kown . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
What does the doctor say ?
The disease fails to respond to drugs .
In whose name was the reservation made ?
Jim White .
What was the date of the reservation ?
From November 21st for 4 nights .
Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ?
It's for myself .
May I have your name and phone number , please ?
Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 .
Thank you , sir . I will cancel Mr . White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights . We look forward to another chance to serve you .
Oh , look at the thermometer ! The temperature has hit 98 .
I hope it's not gonna break into three digits
But it's already awfully close .
Well , I just hope it'll level off .
I guess you can ' t do anything until after dark then .
I guess so . What else can we do ? You can ' t stay in the heat for long .
Yes , so I think she is suitable for you .
But , well ... what I want to say is ...
Stop acting like this . Say away !
Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that .
What did she say ?
She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents .
Give her up .
What did your boss say to him ?
He said , Pauline is typing letters . She can't speak to you now ! " Then I arrived home at six o'clock yesterday evening . He telephoned again . But I didn ' t answer the phone !
Did he telephone again last night ?
Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock .
What did you say to him ?
I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ' t telephone my daughter again !
Did he telephone again ?
No , he didn't !
Sure . How many rooms do you need ?
Just one .
What kind of room ?
I need a room with two double beds .
Smoking or non-smoking ?
Non .
How many nights will you be staying ?
Six nights .
Ok . I just need your name and credit card number to hold the room .
Seven children ? That's a lot . Why did your parents have so many ?
Well , my mother came from a big family , and wanted to have one of her own . My father was an only child , and didn't really care about having a large family , but my mother talked him into it .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Well , at least going to college won't be too bad . Since both of your parents are college professors , they must give you reduced tuition at the college .
They do , but it doesn't help too much . Having seven children means that the money situation in my home is always pretty tight .
Ok , I'm sorry . Are you the librarian ? Maybe you can help me , I am looking for a book .
Yes I am . You can check our online catalog to search the book you want based on the genre , title or if you know the author , I can point you towards the right direction .
I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes .
That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right .
Ok , I would like to check out these books .
Do you have a library card ?
No . How do I get one ?
I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state .
Here you go .
So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book .
Ok , thanks !
Your name , please ?
Via Kiang . I'd like to leave on May 5th .
Let me see what's available . Yes , Air China has a flight on May 5th at nine fifteen in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single ticket or return ticket ?
Single . What's the fare , PLS ?
Economy fare for single ticket from Beijing to Shanghai is 500 yuan .
I see . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes , your seat is confirmed on that flight . Pls arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
Thank you .
Do you put your feet on your own table ?
No , I never do that .
Why not ?
I don't want to mark my table , of course .
Well , will you please put them down ?
I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early .
I forgot something on the table .
Oh , you've got a good memory .
Let's go quickly .
You know how to draw and paint ?
Yes , I do .
When did you learn how to do that ?
I learned back in high school .
Oh , so you took an art class ?
Yeah , I loved that art class .
I see that you're pretty talented .
Thank you very much .
I wish I had a talent like that .
I'm sure you have a talent . It's just hidden .
Thanks , sir . You too . Drive safely , I hear there ' s a lot ice on the roads .
Thanks for the warning ! See you tomorrow !
Do you know where it measured on the Richter scale ?
I don't remember , but it wasn't very serious . Have you ever been in an earthquake ?
No , but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger .
Where are you from ?
I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes .
Did your house ever get damaged from the winds ?
Most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room .
Wow , that must have really been scary .
Actually , some of my fon best memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass .
Have you ever experiences a flood ?
No , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car !
That sure didn't last long !
Here we can exchange HAD , USD and Euros . Which do you require ?
To be honest , I really wanted to exchange my GAP , but I suppose USD will be fine . I have some and I just need a little local currency for expenses . Could you tell me what the rate is like today ?
At the moment it's 830 . 43 RIB for 100 USD , which is a pretty good rate .
OK , that sounds fine . I think 200 USD worth of RIB should be plenty , thanks .
That sounds like a good idea .
A Mac is a very popular brand .
She mentioned a Mac . How much is it ?
A 15 - inch Pro model is $ 2,100 plus tax .
That sounds like a great price . I'll take one .
This is a gift she'll cherish for years . How do you want to pay ?
I'll use my VISA .
We're almost through . Just sign here , please .
Just take it home and plug it in ?
She'll be online 20 minutes after she opens the box .
She's going to be so pleased with this .
Remember us for all your computer needs .
No , I am sorry I have no idea . I am a stranger here .
I see . Well , do you know anything near the hotel ?
Oh , yes . My friend told me the hotel was near the Central Railway Station .
Then you'll have to take a bus and get off at the Central Railway Station .
Can you show me where the Central Railway Station is on this map ?
OK .
Another note ? But how ? I didn't see anyone !
It's an e-mail . It says , We need to meet . I'll give you a sweet treat . It's not what you think .
Uh-oh . He's heating up . What are you going to do now ?
You know what , I think I know who my admirer is .
You do ? Who ?
Sharing knowledge can be very settled and some second stances . People may think you are telling them how to do their work . If they take it personally , they feel angry at you and even become reluctant to support you at work .
That is true . Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way . For example , it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people . To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off .
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
We'd prefer separate checks .
OK , one with the apple pie pays $ 18 and the other $ 12 .
It looks delicious .
Well here . Help yourself to some shrimp . It's fresh .
Oh really ? What did you do ?
We watched lots of television and films .
I see . Anything else ?
Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine .
Well , it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself .
I had an idea .
Look , before we get into the secret admirer thing , I want to talk to you about WebTracker .
I'm sorry . I know you feel betrayed .
So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ?
My mind is made up .
You ' d better give up smoking . It ' s bad for your health .
You ' re right . But you know it ' s so hard to give up the old habit like smoking .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
That sounds pretty good to me , but I am not sure what to do .
You can accept this offer or decline it and come up with another offer .
If I make another offer and they refuse , then what ?
Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do .
Let ' s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer .
I will contact the sellers with your current offer .
Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ?
Usually the response to the second offer moves along a bit more quickly than the first one .
What kind of house is it ?
It ' s a wonderful Spanish style .
Oh , I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses .
And it ' s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price .
Great , is it a two bedroom house ?
No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ' s a two-car garage .
That ' s a nice area too . It ' ll be a good investment for you .
Yeas , when will you buy a house ?
Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding .
Right , congratulations .
Thank you .
it's got to be almost a year now .
how have you been ?
I'm pretty good . I've been looking for a place to live recently . My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it .
yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ?
not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck .
well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ?
Mrs . Thou ?
yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look .
great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days !
I'll ask Mrs . Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know . Has your number changed ?
What kind of benefits does this job have ?
This job provides full medical , dental , and disability .
What type of vacation time do we get ?
You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish .
Do we have a 401K ?
We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service .
What type of professional development do you offer ?
We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment .
Where do I sign up for my benefits package ?
Down the hall . I'll show you when the interview is over .
You did ? That's great ! You must be very happy now ?
That's an understatement . I'm on cloud nine . I couldn't be any happier .
Did you tell your parents yet ?
Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight .
They're probably going to be so happy .
I think so . It's turning out to be a great day .
Trust me . I've been driving for two years .
Ok . You drive and do be careful .
Definitely ! Very relaxing .
Good . Right , that comes to $ 1,500 .
What ? I only stayed three nights .
That ' s right , sir . Three nights at 500 dollars a night ... that comes to $ 1,500 .
But your brochure said that this was a package deal and the hotel ' s services were all-inclusive .
Yes , of course . The meals and excursions were included in the hotel price .
But why are you overcharging me almost a thousand dollars ? 250 dollars a night , times three nights should just be $ 750 .
I ' m sorry sir . The 250 - dollar rate is based on double occupancy . That means it ' s 250 per person . The room itself is 500 dollars a night .
Perhaps I could talk to your manager ?
Of course . Just a minute ; I ' ll get her .
The shoulder .
Well , maybe you broke it . But what I'm worried about is this cut .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed . What do you think ? Damn , it hurts !
We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike .
I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour . There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out .
Yes , I almost slid too . Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ?
Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped . Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk .
Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop .
There . Stop !
But I think this one fits me Well . Why don't you try on the sombrero in black ?
I don't like caps at all .
Not too much . I've been pretty busy .
Me too . Seems like all I do is eat and sleep .
Gotta go . Call me tonight .
Okay . Check you later .
The museum doesn't open today .
What a pity !
Where shall we go now ?
Why not have a visit to the zoo ?
Why don't you make up with John .
It's too late .
Do you have any idea how long it will take to clean customs ?
Well , it all depends on traffic from other arriving aircraft .
I know . But there's no point in making her feel worse , isn't there ?
I don't care .
In this aspect , I think , Pater bags have the edge on plastic bags .
Please fill out this form , please .
OK ... Do I put on Magnolia Company for the receiver ?
Yes . You must put on its name and full address .
OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ?
Let me check . Yes . Your one thousand remittance , please .
Here you are . What is the rate ?
This rate is one percent . That will be 10 Yuan .
OK , when will this remittance arrive ?
Generally it will arrive within a week .
That's good . Is there anything else ?
No . That's all . You have to take good care of this copy of this transfer order .
Thanks , I will .
Don ' t worry about it . I ' ll show you how . It ' s a piece of cake .
Thank you . I ' ll try my best .
Yes , I know . I must get my traveler's check and some foreign currency .
Yes , you need the traveler's check but you needn't get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don't need them .
Really ? That's very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn't buy one . You can have mine .
That's very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don't mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don't be silly , John . I'm going with you . It's necessary for me to have a holiday too .
How about going to English corner with me ?
Oh , I'd rather not .
Why not ?
You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English .
That's why you should go there , If you don't dare to speak English owing to the fact that you are afraid of making mistakes , you simply will never learn English .
Could I possibly make it early in the afternoon ?
No , that's not good either . But give me your phone number and I'll call you if somebody cancels .
Thank you very much .
Yes . There are two colors .
OK , I'll buy two pairs of each color . And do you have sports socks ?
Yes .
OK , give me two pairs in white .
Anything else ?
No . That ' s all .
From the Crown's . Oh , what lovely earrings you have ! Are they diamond ?
Yes . It's a birthday present from my husband !
Well , you are lucky to have such a considerate husband . Mine hasn't brought me a single rose since we married .
He'll come out with surprises . Just wait and see . Look at that woman , with the white chiffon !
She's chic , isn't she ?
Yes . I like the dress . It must be the latest fashion . Look , the hem has lowered , and the waist narrowed .
It makes me feel rather shabby . That woman has a good taste in dressing , I would say .
Yes . She dressed with an individual flair . I rather envy her .
Most women follow fashion like sheep . They don't know any better than imitate .
I quite agree with you . See the woman there ? I dare say she hasn't got any eyes . How could she match the mauve gown with the green handbag ? And all that jewelry !
The gown is quite expensive , believe me .
So what ? It only makes her look cheap and vulgar .
You know those upstarts . They're all show-offs ! I think I'd better have a diet ; otherwise I'd look like a ballon soon .
You're quite slim . In fact , if you were one of those starlets , the movie company would say you have a fabulous figure .
Thanks . I'm flattered .
Oh , my shoes pinch me . Let's find a seat and sit a while .
Who knows . After all , he is handsome and rich .
I can do that for you . Could I see the Remittance slip ?
Here you are . I'm here on business and this is from my boss , it's for my expenses so I need cash .
That's no problem . The amount is 2,000 RIB , is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I just need to see some identification before I hand over the cash .
Here's my passport . Is that OK ?
Oh , you shouldn't . But thank you very much .
How old were you ?
I was seventeen .
So , did you go to college right away ?
No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first .
Wow , your English is really fluent now .
Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too .
Yeah , but I was born here ! !
No , the taxi will do .
Perhaps you'd like to take a beautiful limousine .
No , thank you . Taxis and I get along just fine .
No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ?
I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center .
What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ?
I'm ready to go right now .
I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir .
Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs .
You'll enjoy our new , clean taxis , sir .
Anything to drink , sir ?
Yes , two bottles of beer .
Is there any particular brand you like , sir ?
Carlsborg .
Yes , sir . Is there anything else you want , sir ?
No , thanks .
May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ?
Yes , two of us .
Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ?
Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 .
So , that's one " Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style " , one " Fruit Salad " and two bottles of Carlsborg beer . We'll send them to your room in 20 minutes .
Do you accept traveler's checks ?
Yes .
Here you are .
I like xeroxing .
Thank you ! There are papers on the table to start with .
OK , I will get right to that .
I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ?
I just started working here .
I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ?
I'd like to , but I am very busy .
I'll make sure that management keeps you in mind for special projects in the future . Thanks for the help !
You mean Tony is the victim ? No , I don ' t think so . He ' s equally responsible because he tried to overtake you .
Yeah . I think everyone should go easy on driving .
You can't prove that by me . I saw the score on your report .
Hey , I worked hard on that report and I deserve the grade I got .
It just happened to be the highest grade in the class .
You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it .
I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade .
If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it .
Just remember to be professional and polite . Oh , and don ' t forget to smile .
I ' ll do my best , but sometimes I have trouble being myself in stressful situations .
Have you updated your resume recently ?
Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address .
You ' d better double-and-triple check it . You don ' t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot .
I ' ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview .
Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ?
Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic .
I ' m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference .
Sorry , you ' re not on it . I don ' t think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing !
Oh , is it ? Thank you anyway .
You're welcome . If you ask the conductor when he comes by , he should help you find one .
Thank you .
We ' Ve all enjoyed being with you . When will you come back ?
Sometime next year .
I ' m looking forward to seeing you again . Take care .
The same to you . Keep in touch .
Yes , sir . That ' s more than enough time . I do appreciate your understanding . Why don ' t we say 10:00 o ' clock on the 27th ?
Fine , Mr . Tan . I ' ll see you then .
Yes , I have seen them .
Yes , well put your name on it after you have downloaded it off the company website . OK ?
Yes , I understand what to do .
You fill in the hours and total them for the week . Have you ever used a 24 hour clock ?
What ? Huh ?
So after you noted the hours , starting at zero which is midnight , you just write down the minutes as a dot followed by minutes . Get it ?
Huh ? What ?
Just make sure you show your total , sign it , and turn it in .
I thought you said this was easy .
You are a quick learner . I don't think you'll have any trouble with this .
White ? What make do you want ? Arid what size ?
Adidas . Size 38 .
Adidas ? They wear well . Try this pair , Size 38 , please .
Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ?
Okay . What about this one ?
( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ?
You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there .
OK . Thank you .
Tomorrow will be fine too , I think .
I hope so .
Certainly , sir . At what time should we expect you ?
At 6:30 on next Monday evening .
And what is it going to be , Chinese food or Western food ?
Chinese food .
May I have your name , sir , please ?
Please book it under the name of Mr . Peter .
So it's Mr . Peter , a table for six for the evening of the next Monday . It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30 .
That's right .
Thank you for calling us . We'll be expecting you next Monday .
When I tried to back it , I found it was out of order . I can't see where the trouble is .
Let me see .
Is it serious ?
No , the damage is minor .
And when will it be OK ?
4:00 p . m ..
OK . Thank you .
Don ' t worry . That ' s just a part of being a teenager .
I don ' t mind that . But she disagrees with me about everything .
You should encourage her to make up her mind by herself . You shouldn ' t affect her decision .
But I just want to give her some tips .
Oh , she can make her own decisions .
Are you afraid of losing money due to exchange rate fluctuations ?
I will give you a definite answer on the price terms two days later .
Well , usually people think I'm a terrible singer , but after we all have a few beers , they say I sound a lot better !
Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ...
Maybe she'll make a famous singer in the future .
You can bet on that .
That's a good idea . We haven't been there for ages .
What would you suggest to see ?
Oh , I don't know . It depends .
Why not go to see the doctor ?
I ' Ve done that . The doctor advised me to cut out smoking and drinking .
Exactly .
You need to quit thinking like a loser . invoking is going to kick butt . You know how I know ?
How ?
Because I won't let it fail .
But what about tomorrow ? What if Stars . com decides to go with WebTracker , and not us ?
This one ?
No , the other one ... yes .
This one is especially built for hard , continuous play . And every detail of workmanship and material has been carefully checked to make it a dependable one for tournament use .
It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it . Now do you have any racket covers ?
This cover comes with the racket .
How much does it come up to ?
The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan .
Do you accept credit cards ?
Sure . If you'll just wait here , I'll be right with you in a minute .
I am very impressed by your resume . Therefore , I am very interested to know why you ' re willing to leave your current company .
I am looking for a more challenging position . I can ' t grow anymore in my current job .
Ok , I understand . But why you choose us to work for ?
I have studied carefully the information about your company on the internet and I have checked your company ' s homepage . I am impressed by the company . And I like the products a lot . Since you ' re growing steadily , I would be very eager to help you to improve your accounting system .
How do you work with a team ?
I work quite well with a team . I ' m a good team player . I respect people , cooperate well with member ' s team . And I will do my best to help team members .
What ' s your long term goal ?
I ' d like to bring to ABC Company not only my technical skills , ambition , enthusiasm , but also my loyalty . A sincere desire to become an administrative assistant is the heart of my career plans .
I think I should go . I really need to lose some weight .
Then , I'll wait for you at the car park in 20 minutes .
0K . See you then .
Do you have your member card with you ?
Nope , I do not have a membership yet .
Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it .
That is so nice of you . If I like the service and the training equipment , I think I well join the club .
How high was your temperature yesterday ?
I didn't take my temperature but I felt feverish .
Will you open your mouth ? Your throat is swollen .
Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat .
You seem to have a cold . I'll give your an injection and let me write down your prescription .
I want to buy one of those snack things .
Are you ready to go ?
I'm clear so far .
The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in .
It won't go in !
Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work .
Yes , next step .
Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable .
They're totally unreliable .
You seem to have it down . Have a good day !
No , not that one . But I saw the movie . Could I borrow it when you finished ?
Sure . I didn ' t know you like mysteries .
Oh , I ' m crazy about them .
are you sure you don't need any help ?
well , maybe just a little . I can't seem to make it fit .
I swear , the overhead compartments on these planes just keep getting smaller and smaller !
that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ?
yes . What about you ?
I'm in the middle seat .
oh , I guess I'll let you through then .
thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again .
that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ?
no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ?
I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away .
I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours .
thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ?
that would be great . thanks .
Yes , he told me . We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference .
Oh I see , okay . So I heard you got married . Congratulations !
Ah thank you ! I'm very excited . We were going to get married next year , but then we decided to get married on holiday instead . It was wonderful .
That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money !
I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ?
I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home .
Definitely . Oh , there's Mr . Campbell . Driver , can you stop here please ?
Does she teach Chinese ?
No , she is an English teacher .
And who ' s the man in the green beside her ?
You mean the man wearing jeans ? He ' s her little brother .
I was working in the garage and cut myself with my saw .
Here , use this rag to apply pressure to the cut . Does it hurt ?
No , not really , there's just a lot of blood .
You may just need stitches . I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER . Let me make a quick phone call .
I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk .
Oh , sorry ! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood . I'll be right there .
Give me your water and electricity bills , please .
Here they are .
You should pay 160 yuan for the electricity fee and 80 yuan for the water fee .
Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ?
Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ?
Cash , please . Here is the money .
I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan .
OK . Thank you . Bye-bye .
Bye .
I'll certainly try to help you . What topic is your paper on ?
My paper is on the influence of television on children .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
Thank you . Could you tell me the specials today ?
The special today is fried chicken , and beef is good too .
Ok , let's think about it for a minute .
Well , I'll be back in a minute .
No problems , sir . Everything will be already when you come back .
When did the trouble start ?
I was sick most of the night .
It sounds like you ' re coming down with the flu . Let me take your temperature .
Have I got high fever ?
Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ?
Yes , I have .
Now , Let me have a look at you . I ' d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ' s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A .
ah .
Yes , It does look a bit sore . Let ' s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests .
All right , thanks .
The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection .
What shall I do today ?
I ' m giving you some antibiotic and aspirin . Taking aspirin when you ' Ve got a fever and take one antibiotic until four hours and go home lie in bed for two days . Take some water then you feel better .
My car has broken down .
You should telephone the garage for help .
I have done it . But now I have an urgent appointment to keep . Could you drive me to the subway station ?
With pleasure . Get in .
Thanks a lot !
Which team is your favorite ?
Italian . They played very well , but they were not very lucky .
I like the Brazilians . They are the real champions .
That's just what was running through my mind . Moonlight and dancing .
Ahh ! Now that's more like it . Atmosphere !
Come on baby , let's dance !
Oops ! It's the landlord . I guess the tables have turned now . We're the noisy neighbors . Turn it down !
Ok . I hope you can have these goods delivered before the end of Sep . We'd like them to be there in time for our Christmas sales .
Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year , right ?
But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec . 25 .
Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment .
I hope you'll try to get them to step up production .
As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production .
If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said .
I am sorry .
What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep .
I promise .
What are you thinking of doing ?
I ' d like to conduct some scientific research into genes . It would be wonderful to make a medical breakthrough .
There must be several private companies that are interested in employing someone like you . You could do some research for a university . There ' s a lot of discussion about genetics nowadays . Someone wit
Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made .
Well , I hope scientists don ' t decode to make a clone of me in the future ! I wouldn ' t like to be the subject of an experiment .
Are you married ?
Yes . Is that so important ?
Frankly yes . We like to employ married people . By the way , do you have any children ?
Yes , I have a three-year-old son .
Then you must be interested in disco .
Yes , it's my favorite .
Oh , it's a disco . Let's dance .
You're a good dancer .
Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ?
Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance .
OK . Let's get something to drink .
Good idea .
But it would save a lot of trouble if you had taken it for a test ride .
I know . I will pay attention to such a thing next time .
Do you like it personally ?
As far as the language is concerned , it's worth reading .
Not really , but they are on the rise .
Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first .
All right , David . Is this for a checkup or a cleaning ?
A checkup . I think I have a bad cavity . Half the side of my head hurts .
What tooth is giving you pain ?
One of the back ones .
Let me see ... We can see you this afternoon if you can come in at four thirty .
Would you like an appetizer ?
May I get an order of barbeque wings ?
Sure , would you like anything else ?
That'll be fine for now , thank you .
Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food .
Excuse me . I'm ready to order .
What would you like ?
Let me have the baby-back ribs .
Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ?
That will be it for now .
What would it be like ?
Well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me .
How many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected to each other so that there would be one large open space for people to spend time with each other .
How many bathrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
How would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would be kept in closets .
How many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
What percentage of the stockholders actually attend the meetings ? I'm guessing not a large percentage ...
You're right , it's a low percentage . Also , in order to attend meetings , you have to hold a certain amount of shares . It's quite a large number , so most of the stockers are excluded from proceedings .
So , how much say do the stockholders really have ?
Unless they're united , very little ...
Yes , I have been thinking about it for quite a while . Now I finally make up my mind to leave . I have given my resignation letter to our boss last Friday .
Ok , did you find a new company ?
Yes , I will move on to XYZ Company .
Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you .
Thanks . I had learned so much from you and our colleagues .
Would you like to have a cup of tea or coffee ?
Thank you . I'd like Chinese tea very much !
Glad you like it . By the way , is this your first time to China , Mr . White ?
Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you .
We also hope to expand our business with you .
This is our common desire .
I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade .
Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it .
Right . Seeing is believing .
Sure .
Can we stop here for a while ? My backpack is very heavy .
Sure . Did you hear anything ? Look ! An eagle is hovering in the sky .
Let me see . It's not an eagle . I think it's a vulture .
Yes . Will it hurt us ?
I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map .
OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem .
I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know .
You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree .
Well , it is a birch tree . It is not as old as you think .
How do you know ?
Because its trunk is not thick enough to be like a thousand-year-old tree .
Nonsense ! There's no indication that he's in love with me .
Keep your fingers crossed . He may pop the question one of these days .
Yeah . How many tickets remain ?
Oh , what a shame . Only sleeping cars have tickets . Others are all out of stock . The price of the sleeping car is almost the same as the airplane . You see , the discount plane tickets are no more than 500 yuan . A good deal , isn't it ?
Brilliant idea ! That will make our journey rewarding and much safer .
Sniping is when someone makes a bid at the very last minute to steal something for a bargain price .
So you're afraid someone is going to snipe your Buddha ?
I heard about a software program called turbid . It automatically submits a bid with just a few seconds to go in an auction .
Count me out . I can do without shills and snipers and turbo-bidders .
Wait a sec .
What are you doing here ?
We're watching a football match . What's the matter ?
Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep .
I'm sorry about this .
Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration .
You can rest assured that we won't disturb others anymore .
Oh , fine . Hey , why don ' t we grab a bite to eat and do some catching up ?
Yeah , why not ? I ' Ve got a little free time on my hands . Where do you want to eat ?
Can you name some terms of payment ?
Of course . Irrevocable letter of credit , confirmed letter of credit , transferable and divisible letter of credit are common terms of payment in international trade .
How do you like it ?
It's a great game . There are a lot of new characters .
Did it cost very much
It cost about thirty . Most games cost about that much .
Mechwarrior is such a good game . The graphics are awesome !
Oh , I know what you mean . I'm addicted to that game .
My roommate always wants to play it . But I told her to buy her own game .
Yeah , my roommate likes to watch me play . He says it's like watching a movie .
I've never seen such good graphics .
And I've never heard such good sound in a game .
I would , but you need to start getting ready for school .
I understand , but all I want is five more minutes of sleep .
If I let you go back to sleep , I know that you won't get up in five minutes .
Trust me . I'm going to wake up .
You have a lot to get done this morning .
I already know , and I'll take care of all that when I wake up .
I want you to be on time for school today .
I'll make it to school on time . Don't worry .
Okay , I'll let you sleep for a little while longer .
I really appreciate that .
Sure , just a second . Who's calling ?
This is Sue from work .
Ok , sue , I will just go in get her .
It's very nice . It goes well with your skirt .
Thank you . It ' s very nice of you to say so .
Not at all . This dress certainly shows your good taste .
That's quite a compliment coming from you .
What of it ?
Sure .
What if I can't finish them by then ?
Bring them back to the circulation desk and renew them .
Any terrible fines ?
Sure .
How do you spell your last name ?
B-E-L-K-N-A-P .
Right . Thank you very much !
What do you recycle in your plant ?
Mainly plastics . Plastics aren ' t bio degradable - they don ' t break down easily in the environment - so they shouldn't be thrown away .
How is plastic recycled , then ?
Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals .
Is that the method you use here ?
No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products .
How do you do that ?
By melting it down and then reforming it . Our main products are bin liners for kitchen bins and carrier bags for supermarkets .
Why ? What's stressing you out ?
School . Since I was working part time , I had a difficult time keeping up with class . Now that we have exams coming up , I'm totally freaking out .
The best thing to do is study as much as you can . I'm sure you'll do alright .
I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take .
I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other .
That will be great .
These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail . Others are ordinary letters .
All right , who should I send them to ?
It ' s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ' s right .
Where on earth will you work in ?
It is a pretty big mechanical company . I am assigned to work in the assembly shop .
How long will you work a day ?
My working hours aren ' t fixed , sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift . In all , about 8 hours .
That ' s rather hard .
But it matches my major .
How will you get your pay ?
My wage depends on production results .
What sort of welfare facilities does your company provide ?
The company provides labor insurance for all employees , as well as fine retirement policy .
Is there a union ?
There is the company union , but it really shares the same aims as the management .
So you must consider dearly before you go to work .
I will .
Could you tell me something about it ?
Ok . On the top , Mr . Thomas , the managing director , is responsible for running the company .
How many departments do we have ?
Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch .
Ok . Who should I report to ?
Mr . White , too .
do you have a copy of your family tree in your house ? I ' d love to see it .
I can show it to you now , if you like . I think it goes back about 8 generations so far .
that ' s amazing . Do you have a large extended family ?
I ' Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ' s side and 10 cousins on my dad ' s side .
are you very close to your first-cousins ?
the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ' m older , I don ' t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ' t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones .
I see . who ' s the head of your household ?
it ' s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family .
that ' s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ?
at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ' Ve been married for a few years , she ' s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother .
that ' s pretty much how you feel about your step-mother . Like grandmother , like grandson .
Are you going to have anything to eat ?
French toast sounds good . What are you going to order ?
I'll have that too .
I had a headache this morning . I didn ' t pay attention to it . I thought probably it is because I didn ' t sleep well . But now it is getting worse and worse . I feel quite dizzy now and my eyes are somehow very light-sensitive . Maybe it is the migrated .
It is ok . You look really pale and red eyes . I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
I must tell you that because your banking has been such a large amount , you need to wait until you leave the country to get any currency back .
You mean , if there is any left over ?
Yes , totally . It's nice to meet a customer who understands the system .
Right , so the deposit , if I don't draw on it will be blocked after you get the Deposit Certification ?
That's right . I know we have a complex system , but you have caught on so quickly .
Do you play any sports or games ?
I used to play football regularly when I was at university . And I used to do athletics in the summer .
And what athletics did you play ? Can you remember ?
I was a runner-a long-distance runner .
And now ?
No . I'm afraid I haven't had time since I got married .
Well , thank you again for coming to see us . But just remember that we like people who join the company to play in the company sports teams .
Certainly , sir .
Ah , Mary , good evening . Look , I was wondering if you like to come to a party we are having on Friday ? There are many coming from the office .
Oh , that sounds nice . I ' d love to .
Maybe you are right . I will discuss it with my wife tonight .
May I have a pillow and blanket , PLS ?
An attendant will pass them around after we take off .
May I have headphones for the in-flight movie ?
No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ?
Thanks , a coke , PLS .
To buy or to rent ?
Oh , to rent .
How much do you want to pay ?
About 300 a month .
Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month .
How big is it ?
It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom .
Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible .
Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one . It's opposite the park .
How much is it ?
It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area .
What's it like ?
Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ?
Of course , Sir .
What about the environmental factors ?
Well , I do prefer the lower emission cars as long as it doesn ' t cost much . Some environmentally-friendly cars are really expensive .
Sure they are . Some hi-tech devices are built in to make sure they pollute less . Some of these green cars have not become standard . So the production costs are still high . But anyway , we should make efforts to start with .
What's your major ?
I ' m majoring in French literature .
Oh , don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry ? It's really difficult . I hear the students in that class have to write a paper a hundred pages long .
That's right . We got the assignment last week .
When is it due ?
Next Monday .
Remind me never to sign up for that course .
The pedal on your left is the brake and the one on your right is the gas .
I ' m glad this car is an automatic . I don't like having to change gears .
Automatics are very simple to drive . The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on .
You should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ' s seat !
Very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ?
I can ' t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ?
How ' s that ?
That ' s better . Now what ?
Check your petrol situation .
The tank is almost empty . I guess I ' ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up .
That ' s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway .
I got it . Don ' t worry . I ' ll get you there in one piece .
Remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies !
Why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on ?
It will make you as fit as a fiddle .
I don't believe ads . What ' s more , I'm already in perfect health .
What qualifications have you got ?
I have a doctor license and a driving license .
Do you get special training in office skills ?
I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure .
Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job .
I ' Ve received some special training in typing , shorthand and operating a fax machine , etc .. I ' m experienced in IBM-PC . I can operate familiarly a word-processor , a fax machine , a photo and other office equipment .
Mangoes ? What are mangoes ?
Well , it's a fruit with a big seed in it .
Can you eat the seed ?
No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed .
Well , how much are they ?
Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard .
Where do they grow mangoes ?
The ones that are on sale are from Central America .
We hope you get on board with us , Please let me know as soon as possible .
I will . Thank you for all .
You should get acupuncture treatment . My mom was always having headache issues and it was acupuncture that cured her .
The results are too slow . On top of that , just the thought of smoking needles poking into my flesh frightens me .
They don't just randomly stick you , they find your pressure points . The heat allows the body to immediately respond to the treatment , restoring the body's " chi " .
But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ?
The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options .
Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up .
This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable .
Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more .
This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it .
Forget it . I don't want to inflict any more pain on myself . In a little while I'll go and buy some more painkillers and take a nap .
Have you brought your credentials ?
Yes , here you are .
Let me have a look .
OK .
Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years . What were you responsible for ?
I was responsible for sales .
Have you received any honorable title personally ?
Yes , I was twice singled out as an ' Advanced Worker ' .
Well , considering your qualifications , we believe you would be a suitable candidate .
Can you give us more information ?
Sure . We have lemon pies , apple pies , coffee rum pies and ice cream .
I would like to have the coffee rum pies .
It was a great game .
It's too bad that I couldn't make it . Who won ?
Our team played hard and won .
I really wish I went to the game .
It was the best game ever .
So tell me the final score .
The other team lost by three points , 101-98 .
It must've been a close game .
It really was . You should've gone .
Hopefully , I'll make it to the next one .
Yeah , me too .
A new car for a start .
I want a dog . My friend Mindy's dog just had puppies and she said I can have one .
You know who will be responsible for feeding and cleaning and all of that stuff ?
I know , I know . I will do it all by myself .
Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ?
Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already .
Sounds like you've done your homework . I think you're ready for this .
How many planets are there in the solar system ?
That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nine .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . But they can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Of course . What kind of soup do you like ? Clear or thick ?
Clear soup . I think tomato soup is fine .
Aren't there any other seats ?
No , I'm afraid that's it .
I tried to work something out , but I really do have to miss one class .
Will you be able to make up the work you missed ?
I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading .
Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester .
Yes , I remember .
Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ?
Sure , no problem .
Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester !
How do you practice ?
I usually look at English language websites every day and go to my local English Corner twice a week .
Do you ever speak to native speakers of English ?
Sadly , I hardly ever speak to English people . I usually practice with my Chinese friends .
How could you manage to pass the exam ?
It is still a mystery to me .
In that case , you are not allowed to work in China , until you get the employment petition .
Ok , I see .
There is a laundry form in your room ars well as a bag . Fill out the form and put them together with the laundry in the bag . The maid will come and pick it up .
That's convenient . Thank you .
I wish I could . But you even don ' t have a B . A , so I ' m sorry to say there ' s no chance .
You ' re questioning my ability ? I tell ya , I can make it ! I ' ll talk to your boss .
Mr . Black , I don ' t think my boss will talk to you . It ' s a Chinaman ' s chance .
You think so ? Let ' s take a chance !
I would like to compliment you on your diligence .
Well , thank you , Mr . Smith . But I was just doing my job .
Yes . And we're proud of you , Loans .
It's nice of you to say so .
Good idea ! Well , Joan , I have something important to tell you .
I don't believe you .
Take my word for it .
What are your salary expectations ?
Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ?
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager .
Then you've got to try it . Let's go to the skating rink on Thursday .
Sorry , I don't think I can .
Friday then . How about it ?
Friday is great .
It's settled then .
So , I passed ?
Yes , you passed .
Did I mess up on anything ?
You did mess up on something .
What was that ?
Your parallel parking isn't all that great .
Yeah , that's pretty hard for me .
You just need a little more practice .
I know , but I still get my license , right ?
You got it .
That is absolutely incorrect ! I was out on the town Monday night .
Okay , sir , bear with me a moment .
Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word .
One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file .
You can
I feel your pain , sir .
Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves .
I agree with you , sir , but all I do is work here .
Every time when you glimpse some stylish clothes , you change into another person .
Stop complaining , OK ?
No wonder you are named shopaholic .
No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags .
Wait a moment . And you can check where other sales are .
I got a promotion at my job .
Did you really ?
Seriously , I am so excited .
Well , congratulations .
Thank you .
I'm so happy for you .
Really ?
Yes . You really deserved this .
You think so ?
Yes . Good for you .
Have you noticed how fluently he speaks English ? He has only lived in America for less than three months .
He must have a good ear .
We're going to talk about Australia . Or your going to talk about Australia . So first of all how any people live in Australia ?
Australia ? Oh , there's about twenty million people in Australia right now . A little bit under , but close to twenty .
OK . What are the biggest cities ?
The biggest city ? The biggest city is Sydney , then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth . But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia . And Perth is on the west coast , but sort of of out there by itself .
OK . Um , if you had to live in one place where would you live ?
I like Brisbane . I had my teenage years in Brisbane , growing up in Brisbane , um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city , but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine .
Oh , nice . Actually , what is the capital city of Australia ?
Ah , Canberra is the capital city . But is not the biggest city . Sydney is the biggest city . Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded . It's a separate territory .
Which company ?
Pineapple Computer Company . A secretary is needed there , and it is worth a try . Do you get any information or advertisement for employment ?
Yep ! I got some , in which I am interested . But ...
But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties .
YOU GET ME !
All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave .
Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow .
It's all or nothing .
Are you ready to welcome him ?
I am all set . He can come anytime .
Yes . Here you are .
You can get a boarding pass at that counter . Do you have anything to check in ?
No , I only have a handbag .
Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security .
Is that all ?
Yeah , I think so . It is very simple .
I see . Thank you very much .
Do you have any bug spray ?
No , I forgot to buy some .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
The children always make themselves in danger . I always have my heart in my mouth with them .
It is because your children have grown up , and you haven ' t lived with a child for a long time .
And this kitchen is so clean . Did you help Johnny with that ?
I helped break ... I mean WASH ... all the dishes !
That's great . And the garbage , too ?
Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now .
Thanks for your help !
I'll certainly try to help you . What topic is your paper on ?
My paper is on the influence of television on children .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
All right , doctor . But it really hurts .
Mr Harold Smith .
Ok , Are you checking out tomorrow ?
Yes , I am . That ' s right .
Will you need a wake up call , sir ?
Yes please . At 6 . 30 am .
Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6 . 30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay .
Thank you .
Sure . It's one of the biggest classical music events . Have you ever been to the live show ?
Yes , I went to the New Year ' s Concert in 2010 .
Wow , you're so lucky . I saw it on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall .
That's for sure . You know , I had the greatest time ever .
What ' s wrong with that ?
Lucy is known as a social butterfly . She has taken many rich men for a ride , you know .
What's the problem ?
I'm running a high fever and feeling terribly bad .
How long have you had that problem ?
Since last night .
Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan .
Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ?
Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
It was supposed to be here thirty minutes ago .
I think it'll be here pretty soon .
I need to get to work , so it better .
I really do hate public transportation .
I agree , it's just never on time .
That's right .
I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather .
Oh , that's the worst .
We need to get a car .
I completely agree with that .
That is him .
Tomorrow is my wife's birthday . We both love spicy Chinese dishes . I am wondering if you could recommend a good local restaurant where I can find some good spicy dishes .
Well , if spicy local dishes are what you are looking for , In Hua Restaurant is the best place to go . The restaurant serves very good and spicy local dishes . You might want to try there .
How far is it from here ?
It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think .
Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much .
You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow .
Thank you . The same to you .
I need to talk to you about that new driver you ' Ve hired . I think I am going to have some problems working with him .
He seems to be quite qualified . If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would work out between yourselves .
I am so nervous now . What a terrific game !
Which side are you on ?
It's hard to say , because each team has my idols .
Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know .
I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct .
What a good goal !
What's wrong ?
It won't start .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Is this your handbag ?
Pardon ?
Is this your handbag ?
Yes , it is . Thank you very much .
The son gave a nice speech about his father .
It was long , too .
I think it was about 45 minutes long .
But it went by fast . It was interesting .
I liked it .
I'll give you a speech like that , too .
Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ?
Of course .
I think only the family will be there .
You have lots of friends . They will be there , too !
Stuff like that but I think the lion dance is a bit too difficult and dangerous .
Sure , you'll be dancing with lions . What do you expect ? Then what about Range Dance which we did before .
Good idea . Shall we get everyone in the community ?
Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people .
I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals .
What about the costumes ?
We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe .
Try something new . We can find a supporting agency .
Great idea . There is a travel agency nearby who would love to be our sponsor . It's a perfect chance for them to promote ethnic tourism .
Have you got the number ? I'll call them right now .
It was touching girl for a while .
And now ?
She will be OK . She is a tough cookie .
That ' s great news .
In my opinion she will up about soon .
That ' s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor .
I believe it . Well , I ' Ve got to go back in .
Thanks for helping her , doctor .
All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee .
Thanks . I will .
A double room for my wife and me , please .
My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago . I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days .
Criminals are clever ? They ' re only successful when people are careless .
I don ' t know . The ones who stole my uncle ' s motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ' t have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ' t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn ' t anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ' t that dumb after all .
That ' s not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
Do you really think so ? I don't think so . It wasn't that bad film at all . Didn't you hear the applause of the audience ?
Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion .
Well , i don't see the point of arguing this .
Thank you , I will . What are you up to today ?
First , I am going to get ready for the parade , I have a great costume . Then later today , I am going to church . If you want , I can give you a costume , and you can be at parade too . It will be fun
Sure , why not . Sounds like fun . Why are you going to church ?
My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him .
What for ?
Lots of people especially seniors like to go to church , and attend the evening service .
She got a master degree , and now she is going for her doctor .
Really ? I can't believe it .
It's not a surprise , is it ? She has always been a hard working student .
But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl .
So what ? I just lost one hour's worth of work .
Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ?
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Were you one of them ?
Nothing of the sort . I can't hold a candle to her .
Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ?
I'm quite outgoing , I think .
Are you more of a follower or a leader ?
I don't agree with someone else's opinion if I think he's wrong , but when I understand his thinking and see he has some good ideas , then I'm very happy to go along with him .
With the job ?
With everything , with everybody , with all this !
A good suggestion for you . You need a holiday .
It wasn't always like this , you know .
What do you mean ?
Well , I mean . We always do the same thing . There ' s no variety in our lives .
You need a holiday . That ' s what's the matter .
Certainly , perhaps .
No , not yet . Can you find a good price there ?
Wow , you really live in the Stone Age , Mom .
Well , you don't have to be mean . How do I do it ?
Go to www . yahoo . com and click on Travel and tickets . There are about a billion sites to look at .
Ok , thanks . I'll let you know what I find .
All right .
I ' ll look for a ticket for you , too . Thanks !
I think he had water on the brain . This is bad .
He said there are only all kinds of good weather .
Okay , Pollyanna , what's so good about this weather ?
Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home .
We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ?
I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us .
That was before he heard Stanley sing ! I guess he couldn't stand it any more , so he decided to give it a try himself !
( Sound of Allen singing ) Hey , Allen has a really good voice ! He sounds like Johnny Dean !
And he can move . too ! He dances like Ricky Martin !
That reminds me I should buy some new socks to go hiking this weekend .
Yes . And something else , please don't borrow my clothes without asking .
Sorry . I guess I wasn't thinking . I won't do it again .
That sounds refreshing . Thanks !
It ' s okay sir , calm down . What happened ?
I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
first of all , we'll tailor a work-out plan according to your physical conditions and your personal needs .
how can you get that done ?
well , we give each of our customers a qualified personal trainer . The trainer will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan .
what else ?
since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us
sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ?
that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year .
perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first .
wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it .
OK , I'll take it .
I see .
If you need any further information , please don't hesitate to ask me .
OK , I will .
Thank you . I ' Ve really enjoyed my time here . I've grown both personally and professionally with this company .
And , as well as being a pleasure to work with , you ' Ve been instrumental in helping us complete many key projects .
It will be hard to say good-bye . This office has become like a second home to me .
My feelings are mixed on the issue too . By helping you I ' m losing a valuable and trusted employee . However I think you are taking a step in the right direction .
Oh , yes , is it dangerous ?
No , but it's painful .
Do I have to have an operation ?
No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big .
Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games .
Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine .
Oh , I've heard a lot about the Chinese herbal medicine . I believe it will work .
Well , have you ever thought about learning some Chinese ?
Actually , I am learning that now . But it's too hard for me . You know the four tones and the stuff . It really freaks me out .
Don't worry . All things are difficult before they are easy .
You hit the nail right on the head .
Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ?
What is it ?
It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English .
Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ?
How about this sunday ?
Ok , cool .
Good . I'll give you a call tonight .
No problem .
Bye .
Eat less and exercise more . Do not eat too much sweet food .
Thank you for saying so .
Where did you buy it ?
I bought it in a store near my school .
How much is it ?
It's only thirty yuan .
It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too .
I'll go together with you .
Do you usually have a birthday party ?
Yes , we do . My parents prepare dinner for me .
What would you do at the party ?
We sing " Happy Birthday " at the party and have birthday cakes .
Do you know when people began to sing the song " Happy Birthday " ?
Well , I don't know .
Let me tell you the story . In 1892 , Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called ' Good Morning to you ' . But later someone added the words ' Happy Birthday ' to their tune .
So the ' Happy Birthday ' song has been popular since then ?
Yes , actually , the song has been sung since its publication in 1932 . People all over the world have sung it in many different languages .
A gas station . My car ran out of gas two blocks back .
Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light . Then turn right .
Do you know the name of the street ?
I can't remember , but it's the second light .
By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ?
I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up .
Thanks a lot .
Why didn't you want to go out ?
I was very tired after working all week . Sometimes on the weekend I don't have enough energy to go out to a movie theater .
Did you download a movie or rent it at the store ?
I downloaded it so that I didn't have to remember to return it .
I hope so . Thank you again for your delightful gift .
Don't mention it .
What do you think of your English ?
I have passed CET - 6 and I am proficient in reading and translating foreign materials . I have rich translating experience because I used to be an English translator .
Can you speak English fluently ?
I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently .
Did you take TOEFL or GRE ?
Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE .
When did you begin to learn English ?
I started to learn English when I was in primary school .
Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ?
The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe the amount of English I know is sufficient to work in a South Korea firm .
I'm happy to hear that . Now , would you tell me where it is ?
You're actually standing above it . Just take the elevator or stairs down one level .
Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use ?
No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door .
And the gym hours are ?
Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes .
One more question , Do you have a trainer ?
We might be getting one in the near future . But at the present time , no .
How about a party at home ? That way we can get together and celebrate it .
OK , Mum . I'll invite my friends home .
How about climbing up the Fragrant Mountain tomorrow ?
Where is it ?
It is located at the east foot of Western Mountain of Beijing , in a park with the same name . There are some huge stones within the mountain which look like the censer , so it is called ' Fragrant Mountain ' .
Have you visited it before ?
Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting .
Like what ?
It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between .
Sounds marvelous .
You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain .
Great . I will prepare some clothes and food for the climbing .
0h , that would be nice of you .
I'll turn the heat up .
Yes , please do that .
Of course . At what time ?
The four of us will be there at 7:00 this evening .
OK , sir . We are looking forward to your arrival .
It is in the park downtown .
Would you need it for both Saturday and Sunday ?
We will need it for Saturday only .
I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ?
Mary and I will be driving the van .
Could you drop it off on Sunday night ?
Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ?
Yes , that would be fine . Just make sure that everything is returned by Sunday night .
If I were him , I would give him a good talking-to . I would insist on his stopping fooling around like that .
I've got my money and my keys , so I'm ready .
You do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
it's a letter from Ray and Sue in Shanghai !
have you read it yet ?
no , I thought I'd wait until you got home .
go on , read it out loud .
ok . It says , " Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "
when did you send her a letter ?
just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often .
I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on .
ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk .
that's fine with me .
oh . It's actually all rather personal .
well , skip over all of that and read me the rest .
ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... " Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "
are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ?
didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June .
oh , I guess I missed that .
men !
Nice to meet you , Mrs . Smith . I'm coming here for an interview by appointment .
Are you Mr . Wu ?
Yes , I am .
Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ?
Not really , I am familiar with this area .
Should we start with beer or wine or go straight to the hard liquor ?
I think I'll have a glass of wine . Let's see ... they have red wine , white wine and port . They even have sangria ! It's the happy hour special .
Port's too sweet . It's a dessert wine . A dry red French wine would be nice with meat . A glass of chilled white German wine would be good with fish . But , we're not eating and it's hot out , so I think I'll have a tall glass of sangria with ice .
Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ?
I like to stick to the clean stuff , like vodka , gin , white rum and other clear spirits .
I hate to make you work through your lunch break with how busy you are ...
It's okay ... I've already had several days in a row working through lunch ...
How about this ... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon , and I'll order some Chinese food for delivery . It'll be my treat .
You don't have to do that ...
I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste .
Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ?
Great . I'll bring the food .
We open at 6:00 and take last orders at 10 :: 30 .
Well , that's fine . So I don't think it necessary for us to make a reservation . We will be there at 9:30 .
Yes , sir . We are looking forward to your coming .
I've finished up all my water . I would kill for a sip of water .
Sure , come on in .
Thank you very much . Are you here alone ?
My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ?
I'm a back-packer from America .
What is a back-packer ?
It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world .
Cool . You must have been to a lot of places .
Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places .
So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up .
You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier .
I'll try my best .
He brings with him some talented people from his former city .
I think we ' ll benefit a lot .
Janice has just got sick and I need a hand now . Could you come here earlier tomorrow morning ?
When do you want me to come ?
Let me think . About half past seven if it is okay for you .
That's fine . I can make it .
Uh-oh ! I can't use Ethernet . My computer is wireless only .
That's okay . I can tell you about some alternatives we have .
Any alternative that works will be great .
Well , there's our computer lab on the first floor .
That sounds good . What's the charge ?
The lab and the computers are no charge , but you have to pay for whatever you print .
That sounds good . Now , how about the other alternatives ?
Of course . Our lobby is set up for wireless , so just bring your computer down here .
Use my laptop in the lobby ? That's great ! Now , if I need to print something there ?
They plan to install a printer here . But until then , you'll have to use the lab .
What was the weather like in New York ?
It was raining when I left New York .
I know , but I'm hungry again .
There's no food left from dinner .
I think I'm going to go make myself a snack .
Do you know what kind of snack that you want ?
I'm not exactly sure .
Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ?
I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make .
A PB & J is pretty easy to make .
I'm going to do that .
Knock yourself out .
Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ?
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and I had to wait for half an hour at the bus stop
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the centre of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
And you'll repair the television , won't you ?
Ok .
Do you promise ?
Of course .
And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ?
I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise .
But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ?
Yes . But only if you ask me nicely .
Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please !
Ok . I'll keep my promise .
Yi-jun , we're in the States . Here it's all burgers , steaks , and dogs .
Ah ... hence the buns and condiments we bought . And this is Holly's potato salad .
You can put stuff on the picnic table . Back to work . The grill is calling me ...
Let me know if I can help .
Do you think my educational background suits this position ?
Yes , I ' m quite satisfied with your qualifications .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
What's the brand ?
San Yuan .
Oh , it's out of stock at the moment . Why don't you choose another brand instead ?
I'm not used to other brands .
You can have a try . Maybe you will like it .
OK . I hope so .
No , sir . I'm afraid not .
Oh , I see . How about the charges ?
The charges vary according to the types of call you make . The cheapest is a station-to-stcrtion call , then a person-to-person call . The mini charge will apply for the first three minutes , then each additional minute will be charged .
Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ?
Certainly . Who are you calling ?
It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters .
And what's the number you are calling ?
It's London , 9981-6432 .
And your name and number ?
My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 .
Hang up and I'll call you back in a few minutes .
And if we take the Decker units you suggested , what would the price be ?
Let me calculate the price for you . I can give you a 15 % discount if you buy the seven units . Let ' s see here . Your total would be 5929 dollars .
Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building ?
As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system .
That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess .
It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet . Your customers won't even notice them .
So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars .
Yes , that's for the units . Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars . But it depends on the time spent , of course .
You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised .
No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included . The price I quoted was just for the units .
In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell . They don't charge extra .
I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs . Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately .
Yes , I suppose I should get used to it . But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this . We haven't even opened yet .
I understand , Ma'am .
And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars .
It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens . If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years .
I will tell you what I can agree to . If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept .
Well .
You do seem like a better company than the other one . So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 .
Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this . We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business .
Good . I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible .
Before we draft the contract , let's examine the details .
Ok , under this contract , we ' ll supply you with 600 dozen T-shirts , S , M and L equally assorted , at USD 100 per dozen , CFR London . Shipment in July . Payment by irrevocable sight LC .
Perfect . But what I ' m concerned about most is the time of delivery .
You may rest assured that shipment will be effected within the time limits stipulated in the contract . But there is also one point I ' d like to stress .
Yes ?
Your LC must be opened at least onemonth before the time shipment , otherwise we won't be able to catch the ship .
No problem . I ' ll have the covering LC opened as soon as I wetback . In addition , would you tell me by whom the commodity inspection is conducted before shipment ?
The goods will be inspected by the China Import & Export Commodity Inspection Bureau . It will then issue certificate of quality and a certificate of weight . These will be taken as final and biding .
Please remember to use both English and Chinese versions and both versions should be equally valid .
Naturally . Each of us keeps one original and two copies .
Then I ' ll come along three days later to put my signature on it .
Good .
He is too scared to ask her .
He's a chicken guy .
Can you finish it on time ?
I'm pressed for time and I am afraid I need someone to help me .
OK , I will send Beker to help you . We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay .
OK , we promise to do it well .
Which type of deposit do you prefer , time deposit or current deposit ?
I prefer time deposit .
Okey . The interest rate for time deposit is higher . Could you tell me it's RIB deposit or currency deposit ?
RIB deposit .
Is it your first time to make a deposit here ?
Yes .
The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ?
Six months .
Fill in this slip in ink , please .
Here you are .
All right . Just a moment , please .
Thank you .
Of course , it ' s not polite of them , but sometimes you should put things the other way round and try to understand them .
I ' m sorry . Our company has just opened . There are always too many things to handle . You know that .
You don ' t have to explain . Suit yourself .
I apologize . You have my word , I ' ll spend some time with you on the weekend . I promise .
We ' ll see .
Thank you for understanding . I promise I ' ll make it up to you .
Well , I thought I'd come to see you , so here I am .
You did give me a surprise . How have you been ?
Fine , just fine . And you ?
Not so well . I've come down with the flu .
I'm sorry to hear that . Take care of yourself .
It's really great to see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
Sounds wonderful . When shall we make it ?
How about seven ?
OK .
I'll pick you up .
Thank you .
I promise .
He ' s nearly 90 .
Good gracious ! Are you sure ?
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
Ordinary one , please .
Ok , here are your tickets in Row 13 .
I think they are too far from the stage . I want two in row 6 .
That's fine . But you have to pay another $ 10 .
It's easy , let me help you .
Great , thanks a lot .
Didn't you mind doing it ?
No , I didn't . My brother was very good and I did quite a lot of homework .
Didn't you even want to go to the cinema ?
Not really . I watched television for an hour .
What was on television last night ?
Boxing . It was excellent .
Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too . What a pity I missed it last night !
What did you do last night ?
I went to a boxing match in the sports stadium .
Yes . Should I take off my coat ?
That'll be helpful . All right , thank you .
Please make a single-breasted .
No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt .
How much does it cost ?
Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether .
All right . When can I get it ?
In two weeks .
Thank you .
Yes , I need to refill it today .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
What style ?
Well , could you bring me all the styles of pullovers ? I am not quite sure which one I will buy .
Ok . Here are the ones , turtleneck pullover , crewneck pullover , V-neck pullover and cowl-neck pullover .
That's great ! What comes along with Moutan ?
Yes , you con order some typical Chinese dishes . For example , Roast Beijing Duck .
It sounds good .
Yes , it is the best of our hotel .
Really ? Let me have a try .
Thank you . Just a moment , please .
How are you these days ?
Fine , thank you . And you ?
Fine today , though a bit under the weather last week .
3000 RIB as bonus for each person .
To encourage the staff increases .
Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch .
What about the afternoon ?
At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ' clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC .
That's a good idea .
Do you want me to wake you in an hour ?
No , thanks . Just let me sleep until I wake up .
I'll start dinner at 6:00 .
Okay . I think I'll be awake by then .
If not , your nose will wake you up .
You mean I will smell the food cooking ?
You might even dream about dinner .
I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired .
Have a nice nap .
Out of hand .
Confusing . But not , because it ' s nothing .
Where ' d you meet him ?
Oh , listen , I can ' t even remember . Ok , on my birthday , I wandered into over 30 rooms , for a joke , sort of and he was there , and we started chatting ...
About what ?
Oh , books , and music , how much we both love New York . Harmless , harmless , meaningless . Bouquets of sharpened pencils . Oh .
Excuse me ?
Forget it . We don ' t talk about anything personal , so I don ' t know his name or what he does or where he lives exactly . So it ' ll be really easy for me to stop seeing him , because I ' m not ...
I want to have a foot massage and haircut .
A foot massage sounds like a great idea . They are very relaxing . I ' d also like to have a mudpack on my face . It ' s supposed to help with your complexion .
Good idea . We should also pedicures and manicures .
This could become a very expensive trip to be beauty parlour !
I think it ' s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ' t you agree ?
Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress .
Maybe we should try a thai massage too .
What ' s special about a thai massage ?
That ' s when the masseuse walk on your back and massage you with her feet .
Sounds painful !
Oh , don't talk to me about yesterday ! It was the most awful evening I've ever had .
Why ! what happened ?
Well . John had promised to be my date , but he stood me up . I waited for a full hour in the cold wind .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn't wait to get out of there .
You should do sports to keep young .
You're right . Make - up can only disguise my age , but exercise may delay it .
Not me . I have to have my TV and watch whatever comes on .
How can you do that ?
Wait a few minutes and I'll go there with you .
Let's get a shopping cart .
Good idea
What are you going to buy ?
Let's check out the fruit section first .
OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet .
Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some .
I'll take some , too .
Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets .
OK . I'll go and buy some cakes .
Do you want to buy something else ?
No . Let's go over to the check-out stand .
Maybe another time . People say that boys ' dormitories are in a mess , is it true ?
In fact , our dormitory is much worse than they can be described .
It's hard for me to imagine . How can you stand that ?
You'll get used to it gradually .
Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ?
Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months .
Three months ? Incredible !
Then , why do you want to work for our bank since it's a new establishment in Shanghai ?
Because your bank is a new one , I think I'll be given more opportunities , and the working conditions and surroundings are so excellent here .
It certainly is . But the work is also hard here . You need to put a lot of hard hours on the job to succeed in this field .
I expect to work hard , madam .
Do you mind going on frequent business traps ?
No , I enjoy travelling .
So are you a local ?
Yes , I am a local resident .
Am I correct in thinking that you are here for your annual physical ?
Yes , I am applying for new health insurance , and I need a physical examination to qualify .
Your basic physical exam will include lungs , heart , blood levels , and eyes , ears , and nose .
I ' Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ?
We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test .
I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ?
I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count .
I am expecting the tests to go well . I have been taking good care of myself .
Won't you watch TV ?
What's on TV tonight ? Is there a football match ?
The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 .
Really ? Who will play ?
The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it .
That's cool . I'll watch it .
Who do you think will win ?
There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win .
I think so .
Why ?
I laughed up my sleeves at him . He ' s seen his girlfriend off at the airport and had lipstick on his face and did not know it .
All right . Say cheese !
Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome . I hope it'll come out well .
I'm sure it will .
That ' s right , and it looks like we ' re just about ready to start the match . The ref is calling the players for the face-off ... and here we go ! The Russians win possession and immediately set up their attack ! Federal gets checked hard into the boards !
Maurice Richard has the puck now , and passes it to the center . He shoots ! Wow what a save by the goalie !
Alright , the puck is back in play now . Pavel Bure is on a breakaway ! He is flying down the ice ! The defenders can ' t keep up ! Slap shot ! He scores .
What an amazing goal !
I liked it . I didn ' t think his works were masterpieces , but the certainly weren ' t uninspiring , in my opinion .
I don ' t think I ' Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ' t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ?
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
I'm afraid that's a bit beyond my means .
Then you can try some local products . They ' re also of good quality .
I'm really interested . Tell me about them .
Well , where I grew up , we saw movies at a drive-in theater in our car with the whole family .
That's cool . I bet you could bring your own food .
We did . On hot days , we'd take a blanket and lay in the back of dad's old pickup to watch the movie .
Why don't we do that anymore ?
Well , the weather might have some influence , during bad weather the theater didn't make a whole lot .
I just wanted to let you to know that we had decided to offer the sales position to someone else .
I see .
We considered you very carefully but the other candidate has more experience .
Maybe so . But I'm fast learner and I'm willing to work overtime to learn the business .
I'm sure you are .
I must to ask you to reconsider your decision and give me a chance .
Why not ? There ' s not much time left . Are you short of cash ?
No , thanks . I am okay .
You ' d better hurry up if you wanna a dorm room next September ...
Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus .
Do you have any idea how much that would cost ?
I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ' s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ' t get anything done .
You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ' d save .
I ' Ve got to think it over some more .
I hope you will have second thoughts .
About 70 , I think . This newspaper article talks about the problems of an aging population . It ' s a problem that will soon affect most of the world .
I heard that the government might need to increase the retirement age , because otherwise there will not be enough workers to support the young and the elderly .
Perhaps we need to have more babies ! Tina gave birth to a baby boy yesterday .
Did she ? That ' s great . However , if we have too many children , that will have a bad effect on the enviroment .
How ' s your son these days ?
Oh , he ' s fine . Kids seem to grow up very quickly nowadays .
He ' ll be a teenager before you know it ! Teenagers are often rebellious ! When do you think it is a good age to have a child ?
I had mine when I was 24 . that ' s a little young . I ' d suggest you wait until you are in your late twenties . , or even in your early thirties if you have a good career .
Yes , I think you ' re right . I ' m thinking about having a child , but not just yet .
Is there a big generation gap between parents and their children in you country ?
Yes , there is . Teenagers do not want to live traditional lives . They want to go out , have fun , and explore the world . They want to develop their own view of life . Parents usually try to discourage them , but they don ' t often succeed .
Parents usually give their children more freedom in my country . Sometimes they give them too much freedom .
It ' s almost impossible to get the right balance . If you are too strict , kids might ignore you . If you are too lenient , they might go wild .
Small ? But it should be enough for our needs , I think .
But there's no hot water after 10 at night . Sometimes I like to have a hot shower before bed , especially in the winter , it feels good .
That's true , but I love the living room , it's huge and filled with sunshine .
True , and I like the kitchen . It ' s new and well equipped .
It has a great balcony with an incredible view of the park .
You are right . The view is spectacular . But that bedroom is so small . We ' d never be able to fit all of our stuff in there .
May be we could get some new furniture , better stuff .
I haven't thought of that .
I can check for you . Could you describe the coat ?
It's a light blue coat . It's got a hood and a big silver zipper .
When was the last time you saw it ?
Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar .
OK . I ' ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it .
Thanks . I appreciate that .
Like what ?
What do they like or dislike . What languages do they speak , what religions do they follow .
Reasonable .
Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to .
Sometimes people in different countries , or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture .
Yes , well you haven ' t had one for ... five years . You should have one every year .
I know . I figure as long as there ' s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Not today , Honey . Don't eat too much ice cream .
Mom , can I have one more piece of cake ?
Ok . The last piece is for your dessert . We're having dinner soon .
The only problem is the price . It's not possible for us to make any sales at this price .
$ 1500 is almost the lowest price we can offer .
I'm afraid I can't agree with you there . Your price is much higher than other companies .
You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable .
I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away .
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first .
All right , we'll wait for your answer .
Not bad . It seems you are super yogurt lover . You have so many in your cart .
Well , I prefer yogurt to all the other drinks . Have you ever tried a kind of yogurt with old milk in it ? It tastes great and very healthy too .
Oh , I haven ' t noticed that before . Maybe I will try next time .
Why don ' t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you .
Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot .
You ' re welcome . It was good seeing you again .
Me too . Have a great day .
Oh really , what kind of fruit do you like ?
I tend to only eat grapes and apples .
What kind of apples do you prefer ?
I've always liked green apples .
I don't really like green apples that much .
Why do you say that ?
I think they are too sour .
You'd rather eat a red apple ?
Don't you like red apples ?
They're okay , I guess .
What about the rest ? How do you get rid of it ?
We have to send it to landfill . It's very expensive because the government recently introduced a landfill tax so we're planning to build a new incineration plant next year to burn our waste .
But doesn't incineration produce carbon monoxide ?
Yes , you're right , it does . But we believe it's less harmful to the environment than landfill
Wow , it's so strange for you to say things like that . What had happened ?
We've learnt the story of Zheg He Sailing to West Ocean . He is a real great navigator .
Did your teacher tell you the route he took ?
Yeah , he , with his fleet , came across the Indian Ocean , and arrived at the east coast of Africa .
Great , do you still remember when he started his voyage ?
Of course , that is from 1405 to 1433 , which is in Ming dynasty .
Good , by the way , do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you ?
Not yet , you know I have a lot of homework to do .
You should speed up , because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today .
OK , great Daddy , after supper , I'll embark on it .
That's my boy ! Wait , Daniel , when is Pirates of the Caribbean on ?
Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow , who wants to find the treasure on the sea ?
Exactly , now , tell me the time .
I won't tell you , unless you promise to let me watch it with you .
Well , mine are baggy . They're the kind of pants you can lounge around in .
Mine are , too .
So maybe we shouldn't go out after all .
Yeah . Let's just lounge around !
But it ' s so old .
Don ' t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ' s about ?
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ...
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
Well , we can still do some window shopping , can't we ?
Just look around ? Ah , that's boring .
I'll go myself then .
She cannot get in Dutch with him . He is her boss , you know .
But most bosses are fools for woman .
Just like you celebrate Christmas , we celebrate our lunar New Year's Day , the Spring Festival . It is a time for the family members and relatives to have a get-together .
Christmas is also a special time for us to have the family reunion and to express our best wishes to those we love and those who love us in the coming new year .
Christmas has more religious nature , while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday . On the New Year's Eve , we have a big dinner called ' Family Reunion Dinner ' . One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings . After that , the adults usually sit chatting , watching TV , or playing cards .
What are the children doing ?
They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks .
I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year .
Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money .
Who will get the money ?
Of course the children .
I know ! But it's really important to her ! Her whole life could be ruined by this man !
You're making a federal case out of it . One unhealthy love affair can't ruin anything . It could even make your life more interesting .
Are you serious , John ?
All I'm trying to say is that life is ... like ... er ... this painting .
Do you go to work by train every day ?
Yes . I commute five days a week by train .
And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service ?
It ' s really very good .
Why do you say that ?
Well , trains are frequent and come on time .
Which train do you catch in the evening ?
I usually take the 5 thirty home .
And can you get a seat ?
No , I usually have to stand .
Would you agree that the service is fast ?
Yes , it ' s reasonably fast but it certainly isn ' t cheap . Fares have gone up25 % .
Let me have a look . Oh , the watch ' s battery is worn down .
How much is a battery ?
$ 50 .
How long will it last ?
About 2 years .
Here is the money .
Here ? In this cafe ? How can you do that ?
This cafe offers a wireless internet connection . That means I can get on the net for free while I ' m here . Of course , I have to buy a cup of coffee !
That ' s great . Can you do it anywhere ?
No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city .
So , what programs do you have on your laptop ?
I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs .
I know you are keen on photography . It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime !
It ' s wonderful , isn ' t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I look recently ?
The summer temperature usually often reaches about 20 or25 in my city . the rain falls mostly in the winter . and we often get snow .
What are the temperatures in winter ? in my city it is about 15 or 20 degrees .
In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that . the streets are often icing in the morning . with high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms .
Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ?
We do have a few foggy days in winter . but i would not say we have a lot of fogs . the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ?
Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms . but each one usually only last a few hours . then the skys are clear again .
Have you ever had snow in your city ?
My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child . but my parents and i only see it outside of our city .
The river in my city sometime freeze over . people go ice-skating on it . on summer people go boating on the river . but few people go swimming because it is not very clean .
As you know , my city is on the coast . the water is also not clean . but people still go swimming all year around . i prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot in sunny .
Let's watch a movie or something .
What's on these days ?
I think they're playing Lord of the Rings
That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that .
Where should we meet ?
How about at the subway entrance .
Aright . I'll meet you there at one o'clock .
Oh , is it ? You'll be making records next , will you ?
We hope so .
You'd better get on with your homework ! You can practice on Sunday .
Oh dad . You don't understand at all .
I certainly could . You ' ll get exams next month .
I don't need it to play the guitar .
Oh , don't you ? God save me !
I'm sorry .
Please , honey , I have made proposals to you fifteen times .
I know . But your way doesn't touch my heart .
Oh , god , please tell me how .
I can't tell you .
OK , I want you to be happy when we are together , and when you are sad , I would always stay with you .
When I am angry and want to beat someone , you stand there and let me do what I want . Would you ?
Yes , I would . Thanks for being in my life .
Don't be so happy , it is just one of my tests !
That ' s great ! I think they do you a lot of good .
Sure , they do .
But why do you choose cycling at first ?
Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection .
You are really a good citizen .
That ' s what I can do .
Five sacred mountains ? Why people call them so ?
Because in history , the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation .
Got it . Can we see any things left by them ?
Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain .
I want to see them . How can I go there ?
That is easy . You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai .
Sure . You look like you're all black and blue .
I am fine . In fact , I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle . But the other guy is in critical condition .
You're serious ?
Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert .
I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me .
Of course I forgive you . What are friends for ? Now , what am I going to do for that other guy ?
Quite a lot . I need one pound of potatoes , three pints of milk , a dozen eggs and one pound of tomatoes .
Our fruit is very fresh today . Do you want some ?
How much are the lemons ?
Three for ten cents .
Give me a dozen lemons .
Anything else ?
No , thanks . How much in total ?
Twenty eight dollars .
I hate to ask you to do something like that .
This will not interfere with my work . I promise you that .
When could we get together ?
I could easily give you some time tomorrow night .
Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ?
Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ?
I'll come prepared .
Goodbye until then . I promise you that you'll do well after we meet .
How about Sunday , then ? We could start in the morning .
I might be able to do that . But I don't think I can do it well .
Don't worry . It is a test of physical endurance , intelligence . Just to finish it is considered a victory for most .
OK . I'll talk to you later .
Do you need anything else ?
I also need to check out this video .
This is all you want to check out ?
Just the video .
I ' m going to need your library card .
I have it right here .
You ' ll need to take care of the video .
I will .
We will fine you if you damage it .
I get it . Thank you .
It wasn't too bad . Were you nervous ?
Rather . I'm afraid I didn't do very well .
Oh , I wouldn't worry about it .
That's because you did well .
No , I wouldn't worry about you .
Why ?
It seems to me that you always do better than you say .
I ' m just coming for that .
She kept on bothering me .
She ' s your sister . What she asked was only duck soup for you . Why can ' t you be good to her ?
But I am her brother , not her servant .
We'll have it for two people .
In a minute , Madam .
Oh , that's interesting . Do you have a garden ?
Yes , follow me . Here it is .
Your garden is really lovely .
Thank you .
Do you take care of them everyday ?
Yes , I do .
Don't you feel dull ?
I don't . I like the work .
Room 20 , Suzie Building , Beijing Road , Shenzhen , China .
Ok , that's all .
OK . sir . We will bring it to you as soon as possible .
Thank you .
did you pass ?
I not only passed my test , but I aced it ! I'm so happy !
you should be . You worked really hard last night preparing for it .
thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass .
you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor .
did you always do well at school ?
no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams .
really ?
sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ?
I'll get my finals in two months .
when do you plan on studying for those exams ?
most students just cram the night forehead .
do you think that's a good idea ?
no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam .
that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ?
I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant .
it sounds like you've learned something useful this year !
This dish is really delicious .
I ' m glad that you like it . This is only the first time that I made it .
You ' re great . Could you say it in Chinese ?
Sure , we call it doubt .
Why are you feeling depress ?
I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me . It's a real letdown .
I don't think she would do such a thing .
But she did and it made me disappointed .
Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything .
But she means a lot to me .
Then forgive her mistake .
Oh , I just can't forget it .
Should I try to put the fire out ?
If you discover a small fire , you can try to put it out with a fire extinguisher but only do this if you have been trained . Make sure you use the right extinguisher . They are all colour-coded and contain different substances to put out the fire .
Sir but what exactly is making everyone so angry ?
It ' s an absolute outrage , Sarah , the US government wants to give 25 billion dollars of taxpayers ' money to the auto industry . These are companies that have been mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt .
I see . But , many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans .
That maybe true , and I for one don ' t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ' re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ' re asking for money ! That is just not right !
Good point . This is Sarah O ' Connell reporting live from Washington D . C . , back to you , Tom .
I thought strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting was your favorite ?
It is . I'm on a diet and strawberry cream cheese cake is not on it .
A diet ? What for ? You are in great shape .
I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up .
Oooo . This sounds serious .
Not too serious . But he gave me a strict diet to help bring it down .
What is your purpose of visiting ?
Sightseeing .
How long are you staying here ?
Nine days .
All right . Thank you .
I'd like to stay there for a week .
So you'll have a tour of the famous city .
Certainly .
I liked physics . It ' s all math , really . arcs , curves , velocity , cool stuff .
Yeah , yeah , but today ' s lesson was all about the creation of the universe .
A physics class about the creation of the universe ? That ' s some pretty unscientific language there . Sounds more religious to me .
It ' s all religion . Take the theory of the Big Bang . How is it possible that all of the stuff in the universe comes from an explosion ? That ' s no better than Atlas carrying the globe on his back or African myths about turtles and stuff .
Turtles ? Whatever ... Look , all that ' s required for the creation of matter an imbalance of particles and anti-particles . At least , that ' s what the math says .
Math , sheath . What ' s the evidence ?
There is evidence ! You know Edwin Hubble ? He ' s the guy who in the early twentieth century was the first scientist to measure the drift of matter in the universe , thus advancing notions of an expanding universe . What would it be expanding from ? Well , the Big Bang ... DUH !
Anyway , it ' s just a theory . Why do people go around touting theories ? Where ' s the scientific rigor in that ?
Dude , don ' t equivocate . A theory only becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous testing . You slept through class , didn ' t you ?
I don't know yet .
I just know I want to get out of the mindless gift trap .
I know what you mean .
I want to give a gift that is really meaningful .
Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them .
Or what only we are able to give them .
Single or double ?
A single one with a private bath .
Would you like to have your room on the top floor ?
It doesn't matter .
Really ? How long did it take you to find a spot yesterday ?
Well , last night it took me half an hour to find a spot when I came home from work .
You get home late , don ' t you ?
Yeah , around seven . Most of the street parking is gone by then .
Ah , well . You can ' t have everything .
Yeah . I can live with it . It ' s great to be living alone .
Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors ?
If we do , too many people might attend . Perhaps we should invited all of them , but make a small charge to attend .
Good idea . We should also hold a series of presentations . We could have presentations on the history of the university , the courses we offer , and our links with other universities .
Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives .
We could have another on the successes of graduates from here .
I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that .
That ' s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university .
I ' m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni .
A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film .
I ' m sure that will be very popular .. OK , let ' s think about how we can put these ideas into practice .
I like it , too . I like the fish especially . It's so fresh , and the flavoury is kind of like for a fresh water fish .
Yes , the food here deserves its reputation . Chinese food is one of my favorites .
If you like , I'll take you to a new restaurant next time , I just heard about it from my friend , and he was just raving about it . It's such a great Sichuan cuisine . Would you like to try that ?
Sure , I'd love to . I heard Sichuan cuisine is very hot , I think I definitely love it .
Great , I love hot food too .
Well , let's finish this great dinner first .
You said it .
Hush ! The wall has ears , you know .
But , my overwork has not done yet . And it is driving me crazy .
My boy . I give you my sympathy to you . However , this meeting is said to be extremely important , so we have to attend it .
What's the meeting for ?
It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year .
I will be there after 20 minutes .
How long will it take me to get there ?
It's only about 10 minutes ' walk .
Thank you very much .
Well , that too . I mean that it's kind of sweet . See if you can guess what's in it .
Mmm ! Beer , tequila , and ... lime !
Not bad . You really know your booze ... So I guess you know what's in the salsa , too ?
Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ...
Don't tell me you're a salsa expert , too !
How do I use it ?
First connect your laptop to the cable in the desk . Then open up your web browser .
Ok .
You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre .
Ok , thank you .
Yeah , I've lost touch with most people as well , but I still see Rose occasionally .
Oh yes , how's she getting on ?
OK , I suppose , but she's had a rough time in the last few years , She got divorced .
What , from Peter ?
Oh , of course .
I'm throwing a party next Saturday .
Is that right ?
Yeah , are you going to come ?
I'm sorry , I can't .
Why not ?
I don't really want to .
Well , why don't you ?
I hate going to parties .
Well , that's okay .
Yeah , sorry .
You're absolutely right . I think the acting could be better .
To be fair , both the costumes and scenery are marvelous .
Maybe you're right . But I really don't like it .
Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good .
Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety .
Me , too . I hate to sit there and look at the same stage scenery one scene after another .
The toaster is over there on the kitchen counter . Help yourself .
What kind of bread do we have ?
White and whole-wheat .
I think I'll have two slices of whole wheat .
Can you go wake up Cindy for me ?
Sure .
She's a late riser .
Then , why didn't you try to prevent it in the beginning ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna . You are responsible , too .
I don't want to argue anymore . Please get out of my life !
I think we can still talk .
No way ! Please don't follow me around .
Talk it easy , Anna . You really don't hate me . do you ?
Yes , I do . Leave me alone !
I see . It's a problem most of us face . May I ask what the purchase price is ?
It's 600,000 RIB . But I've already put down 200,000 RIB , which is my absolute limit , so I'm looking for a loan of 400,000 RIB .
So , you've already made a large initial deposit ? That is good news . OK , let's have a look at your credit details and get this started .
I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward .
That is good , it should speed things up nicely .
I forgot my cigarette today . Do you have another one ?
Sure . Here you go .
Thanks .
I didn't know you smoked .
Really ? I've been smoking for over a year now .
Oh . You're new to smoking still . I've been smoking for 7 years .
You ever tried to quit ?
Many times . I'm really addicted . It's harder to stop than you think .
Yeah . I tried to quit last month , and I thought it was going to be easy , but it turns out that I'm still smoking .
I highly recommend you quit soon . The longer you smoke , the harder it becomes to quit .
I think you're right . Aright . Gotta go to class . Thanks for the cigarette . I'll talk to you later .
No problem . I'll talk to you later .
That's easy . A girl at her age must like beautiful ornaments . How about a hair pin ?
It's a bad idea . Vicky has short hair .
Well , what about a brooch ?
Only old women like that .
Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday .
OK . That's what I can do .
Very well . If I leave I'll miss you .
Me too . Please write to me as soon as you get Boston .
I'm sure and I remembered your phone number . I'll call you .
OK , they begin to register .
It's time I left .
Have a nice journey ! Do give my regards to your parents .
I'm sorry to hear that . Anything I can do for you ?
No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes .
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . I did ' t know that you had split up . What happened ?
It was a few things . The first thing that happened was that we were supposed to go out for a romantic dinner for our one year anniversary , but she stood me up !
Really ! Did she tell you why she didn ' t show up ?
No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home !
What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ?
I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone .
I can ' t believe she would do that to you . It ' s so dishonest---and rude !
I know . I still haven ' t heard from her . The good thing is that I ' m so angry with her that I don ' t feel sad about not having her around .
I bet you she regrets what she ' s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ' t she ?
I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though .
I know . It ' s always nice to have some closure , but I don ' t think you ' ll have a problem finding another girlfriend .
Really . The special effects are fantastic . You shouldn't be scared . You would really enjoy it .
Sam , I never like Haunted Houses . When I was a kid , I didn't like them . when I was in high school , I didn't like them . when I was in college , I didn't like them . So why should I like them now ?
But this is maybe one of the best Haunted Houses in North America ! It's different .
Why don't we go to the Epcot Center instead ? They have displays from many cultures around the world .
I saw that in the guide . It looks like they have different restaurants and different kinds of architecture . Do you want to go ?
Yes . That is something I will enjoy .
Alright , let's go then . How many tickets do we have left ?
We still have most of the tickets we bought . We can go on a lot of different rides if you like .
I was only interested in the Haunted House and the roller coaster rides . The other rides are for kids .
Let's start walking to the Epcot Center then . According to this map , it is up this pathway here .
Alright , let's go .
Two tickets , please . How much are they ?
Oh no , Ari . I didn ' t mean for you to pay for me when I invited you to go tonight . Let ' s go Dutch . I ' ll pay my own way . I insist .
I ' m looking forward to this film . I read a good review of it in this morning ' s newspaper .
Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ' m tired of heavy drama .
Are these seats okay ?
They ' re fine , but I can ' t watch a movie without popcorn .
Is it really completely flat ?
Pretty much . The land rises and falls only a few meters . The southeast , the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters . There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country .
Yes , there are . They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries .
The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches .
That doesn ' t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs .
There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes .
We also have waterfalls in the mountains . They make the landscapes look very scenic . The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion , especially by water .
Yeah , that's right . If no one sends me text messages , I'll go crazy .
Actually , this is a kind of addiction called ' infomania ' or ' information overload ' .
Addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
Yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your in-coming emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
Absolutely .
Do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
Yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
Do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
Yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
Now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information
Yes , Mr . Foster , if you would please be seated over in the waiting area , our hostess will be with you in a moment .
Thank you . Would it be OK if we have a cocktail while we are waiting ?
Of course , I will tell her .
I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ?
Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away .
Sure , that would be great ! Thank you !
Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ?
Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please .
Sure , no problem , sir .
Thank you very much .
It still tastes fine , though .
These days , I can't think of anything but motor oil . Even coffee makes me think of it .
Wait a second ! There's the idea for this case ! " Your motor oil should be as choice and fresh as your morning coffee . "
I see . Have you found anything that you're interested in ?
I've only found a few openings in my field .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering .
there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ?
unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field .
that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ?
yes .
by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
really ? what is it ?
it's a job at a recruitment agency .
that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ?
well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job !
that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ?
sure , it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds . Good luck !
Maybe you're right . But I just still can't understand ...
Come on . I don't see any point in arguing about this . Everyone has a right to his own opinion .
Savings , please .
Right . Could you fill out this form please ?
It's an open book that it was stolen by the man in black .
Let's get it back .
How much do I owe ?
190 yuan .
Here is 200 yuan . The charge is for you .
Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
He's handsome .
Can you give me a touch of his character ?
He's outgoing and honest , but sometimes he's a bit conservative .
Well , the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent . It really needs to be posted today , so here you are .
You want to send it airmail , madam ?
I do want to send it airmail , yes .
Yes , I have my list .
Fine . Once you have it , you can go to the bookstore . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , I know where the bookstore is .
OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ?
No , I didn't know I could do that .
You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ?
Yes , I am going today .
Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1
Yes , thank you . That would be great .
Well , then , I'll talk to you later . Have a good day !
I was wondering , I have heard many of my co-wokers that your knowledge and experience in international markets is phenomenal . Also , I ' Ve heard the rumor that you speak fluent Japanese . Is that right ?
Yes , that ' s right . I do speak decent Japanese .
Right now I ' m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market . We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities . We ' ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started . What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion .
Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ?
We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other .
So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ?
We could give you an uncite office , as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan . At the same time , after helping with our project , we will be willing to split our profit with you .
Our red wine is very famous . I'd suggest you try that .
All right . What kind of red wine do you serve ?
Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose . You can have a taste then make your decision then . Here is the wine menu .
The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one .
Then do you like any cheese to go with it ?
Why ? Do I have to order that ?
Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like .
That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive .
What would you like for appetizer and dinner ?
Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner .
How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ?
Medium , please ?
Anything for dessert ?
Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert .
OK . Please wait for s while . We'll get it done quickly !
Good morning . You are Mr . Sun , aren't you ? Take a seat , please .
Yes , thank you .
I've noticed from your resume that you majored in accounting at Peking University . Will you please tell me something about your related courses ?
In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting .
Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ?
No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making .
From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience .
I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation .
You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English .
No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English .
That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ?
I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company .
Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ?
No , can you tell me about it ?
Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month .
I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ?
I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July .
Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you .
The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you .
Thank you . Good-bye .
That sounds like a lot of fun . Did you go swimming , too ?
Sure . I think it ' s a fantastic place to go .
I couldn ' t agree more . That ' s an ideal place for a vacation .
It sure is .
I can ' t wait to go there myself .
How often do you go back to visit them ?
Once a year .
Wouldn't you like some more chicken ?
No , thank you . I'm afraid I can't take in anymore .
I hate the hero . He ' s too cruel .
But it's only a film .
OK , here we go .
Do you think you can get me there seven thirty ?
We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam .
Hope we have good luck .
Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you very much . Here's 10 $ , keep the change , please .
I think so , too . What do you think about that I write a letter of inquiry to the company ?
It's OK . You could send an email to the employer via the internet .
Good idea . It is convenient and fast .
You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely .
Certainly .
I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it .
I think that about one hundred words are enough .
After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply .
OK , I know now .
congratulations ! You must be very proud of your achievement .
actually , I was happy just to get the book published . Winning the prize was an added bonus .
what was the prize ?
I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice .
that ' s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ?
I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz .
I won $ 10 in the lottery last month . Perhaps next time , I ' ll be luckier and win the jackpot !
Why ?
I'm fed up with his boring lectures .
That's much higher than I expected . Can you come down a bit ?
But if you placed a larger order , we would increase the discount to 10 % .
Supposing we agreed to your price , what payment terms could you offer us ?
Maybe we would consider a longer credit period .
That would be nice . Let's call it a deal .
Why not ?
Surely , there are other ways to save money .
What are you talking about , we tried everything !
What keeps you so busy ? You've been sitting there for hours . You've got to walk around . You just can't stay on the computer forever .
Well , I am up to my neck in work . I've got to finish this report . Sarah needs it by noon . I don't want to be scolded if I can ' t finish my work by the deadline .
I understand that , but you'd feel better if you took a break , even for just a short while .
Do you think advertising has an influence on the choices you make when you're shopping ?
I guess so . I usually buy name-brand clothing , shoes , and electronic goods . How about you ?
I actually try to avoid name-brand items . I can't stand it when big companies advertise their products all over the place !
I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds .
I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense .
Do you have a brand preference for anything ?
I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items .
What do you think about the " impossible is nothing " billboard on the high street ?
It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it .
I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention !
To each their own !
I suppose you're right . He can't have remembered .
My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago . I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days .
Criminals are clever ? They're only successful when people are careless .
I don't know . The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn't have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn't anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all .
That's not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
What kind of winter sport do you like best ?
My favorite winter sport is skiing . In addition , I am keen on basketball .
What do you like doing in your spare time ?
I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health .
Do you have any hobbies ?
Yes , I have . I collect stamps , Chinese stamps as well as those from other countries .
Yes , I'd love to . Here is a good one , Mozart and Beethoven . It ' s on the Festival Hall . Shall we go there ?
Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ?
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
Is there any difference in their short hand ?
Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ' s short hand is the best in her class .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
Nigel , you sure lead a dog's life , what's up with that ?
My boss wants me to finish this project tonight .
But it's almost midnight !
Exactly . I'm too excited for Christmas morning . Also , I thought I heard Santa .
Really ? How do you know it was Santa ?
Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs !
Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him !
Really ?
Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already !
O-K ...
Hey , honey ! Is that you ? Don't eat all the cookies -- I want some , too !
How are you doing , sir ?
Fine , thank you . Are you coming for the interview as a secretary ? What's your name ?
Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Li Hua . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too . Miss Li . please have a seat . I am Peter Smith , the General Manager .
OK ma'am , can you tell me the date you expect to check in ?
Yes , July ninth . I will be there for seven nights .
We have a junior single suite or a superior double suite available for those dates .
What's the difference ?
The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar .
OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ?
Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation .
Sure , my credit card number is ...
Mumm . no .
It ' s only the day when the world ' s biggest sporting event is kicking off .
What ?
The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ' s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ' s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa
I have no idea what you ' re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl .
This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g
Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ' t really appeal to me .
Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ' s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec
All I know about soccer is that you can ' t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me !
Whatever , I ' m going to go watch the opening match .
Do you like this campus ?
Well . I ' m rather disappointed with it .
How come ?
It ' s too old . And it isn ' t as specious as I expected .
Oh . It ' s awful , but it can ' t be helped .
I ' ll just have to put up with it .
And this bedroom is too big and damp . But it ' s better than a tent .
How unlucky ! Let ' s pack our bags and go home .
Does 7 o'clock suit you ?
Either way . I don't care .
How about a snack after work ?
I couldn't careless .
Would you rather stay home ?
Whatever you say .
Are you really interested in doing something ?
I don't mind if you want to .
He's a captain .
He must be very brave .
Exactly !
With everything on it ?
That sounds great .
Did you want fries with your order ?
May I get a large order of curly fries ?
Did you want something to drink ?
Get me a medium Pepsi .
Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you . That's it .
No problem , that'll be $ 5 . 48 .
Thanks a lot . Keep the change .
Trust me . I've been driving for two years .
Ok . You drive and do be careful .
Look at your right-hand . Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom ?
Maybe . Oh . I see the Jungle Flying Train . I once rode it . It was very exciting .
I want to have a try later .
Me , too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
Yes .
Please bring me some trifles and apple pies .
OK . I will bring it for you .
OK ! How much do you want to deposit ?
Well , I want to deposit 2,000 yuan into my account .
Would you please fill in a deposit form first ? Please write down your name , your account number and the amount you want to put in .
OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account .
Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Why don't you take a taxi ? It'll get you there much faster .
Well , I think I'll take the bus this time just for a change .
Fine . How is Jim ?
Oh , he is all right . But busy as usual . Well , why don't we have a good chat at a bar ? It's been long time since we met each other last time .
Good idea !
Have you been drinking ?
No , I haven't sir .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow into this breathalyzer , please .
But , sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse to blow , you'll receive a much severer punishment .
OK . I'll blow .
Your BAC exceeds the legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and suspend your driver's license for 3 months .
What's that ?
It's a hotel but cheaper and offers free parking .
Well , that sounds good , I have never lived in a motel .
Then let's stay in a motel . I am sure you will like it .
That's all right . We will send you a purchase order in one week . I hope you will be able to take care of it .
No problem . Once we get your purchase order , we will begin the execution of the order right away .
Thanks . We need the products in less than one month , because we have a big deal with another company . By the way , will payment against delivery be OK ?
That will be fine . And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order .
Well , I'm glad I made everyone happy .
He meant it in a good way . You added a little spice to the performance .
I'm glad you guys all have such a good sense of humor . Ha-ha ...
Of course ! That's why I always say , Eat , drink and be Greek !
Nice to meet you , too .
Do you like the weather in Seattle ?
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Woo , your home will beautiful on Christmas .
Sure thing .
I do wish your christmas and happy new year .
Thanks .
That's so convenient .
I see . Did you have anything specific in mind ?
Well , I notice that you currently provide an on-screen TV Guide . At the moment , it just scrolls the names of the programs in a repeated loop . If you have many channels , you have to wait a long t
That ' s impressive . How would you make that pay ?
Tie it in with the pay-per-view services , and perhaps it could be a money-maker .
I see you have several good ideas . Now , I just have a few questions about your C . V . I notice that there is a five-year gap between your last job and now .
Yes , I took a break from work during that time . I had a baby , and as she was born with a handicap , I decided to suspend my career . But I have continued to keep up with the Industry through con
So , you ' re just starting back . Maybe you ' d better tell me a little more about your experience .
Wouldn't you like something to eat ?
Yes , I'd like a portion of that strawberry tart .
Right . I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye .
Did you intern anywhere ?
Yes , I interned with an accounting firm during tax season .
That must have been stressful .
Yes , but I learned a lot .
I'll bet .
I learned about different tax laws and how they work .
I think you'll make it if we don't get stuck in a traffic jam .
Here is the Grand Central Station .
Thank you . How much is the fare ?
The meter reads 9 . 15 dollars .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Thank you .
Thank you .
4 . By the way , what's your dress code ?
We require a jacket and tie .
I see . Thank you .
How much do I owe you , sir ?
30 dollars , Ma'am .
Are you kidding ? The meter says 15 dollars , doesn't it ?
Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip too .
I don't get it . I'll go and have our doorman talk to you then .
Ok , Ma'am . Calm down , 15 dollars will do .
Just a minute , please .
Yes , a single room for March 28 .
That's right .
We ' re trying to raise money for the campaigns .
How much are you planning on raising ?
As much as possible .
What kind of fundraisers are you doing ?
We are going door to door .
You should try actual fundraisers , too .
What else can we do ?
Try having a car wash or selling candy .
I didn ' t think of that .
I know . It ' ll also help you make more money .
What's the room rate ? It's little expensive for me . Do you have any other room ?
Then , how about this room with just a shower ?
May I see the room ? I'll take this room . Is the rate for a room only ?
No , sir . The tax is included .
Yes , it is time to wake up . And , also , from now on I will speak only English to you . And you should speak only English to me , too .
Okay , mom .
Right . That's good .
It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it .
I know you can do it .
I will do my best .
That is great . All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do .
Does this bus go there ?
I think so .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
No wonder he asked for my address first-he just wants to harass me !
You could try using a spam filter to reject stuff that's obviously pornographic or anything else you don't want .
Why not go to Paris ? It's famous for Arch of Triumph , Eiffel , versailles and place de la Concorde .
Do you have a package tour to Paris ?
Of course , we have .
I also like variety shows , but sometimes the host lacks a sense of humor .
I prefer a variety show without a host .
I am not good at it by any means . Give me some advice .
Well , generally speaking , if you want to change someone ' s mind or understand his position , you have to put yourself in his shoes . Understand his need and the cost for his need . And then you work together to find a solution .
Sounds easy . But how can I apply to practice ? I am thinking about applying for more reimbursement for my mobile bill . But I am afraid our boss will turn me down .
Ok , as John after Kennedy put it , let us never negotiate out of fear , but let us never fear to negotiate .
Maybe we're walking in circles .
Yes , there's that bar we passed an hour ago .
What ?
His wife always complained that Kevin's salary was too low and got no promotion .
Poor Kevin , we should do something for him . He is a nice guy and does his job well .
Yeah , I agree with you . But you know , it's just one of those things .
I am a size 6 .
Try this on please .
This is just my size . How much is the rent
The rent is 400 yuan a day .
What are you going to enjoy ?
I want some exciting . Which is more fun , the roller coaster or the ferris wheel ?
I like neither .
Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting .
OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun .
I like ferris wheel more .
It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later .
OK , let's go .
My wife has found that I have an affair with my secretary , and now she is going to divorce me .
How could you cheat on your wife ? You have been married for ten years .
Yes , I know I'm wrong . But I swear that the affair lasts only for two months . And I still love my wife . I couldn't live without her .
I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce . But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever ?
Yes , I swear .
Something attractive and dressy . Maybe a little sexy too . New Year's Eve is a special occasion and it only happens once a year , right ?
Of course . It's common too that we wear something special for our Chinese New Year .
People here always wear the best clothes they have . Many people go out and buy clothes especially for New Year's Eve .
Any other common customs of your New Year ?
Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution .
What's that ?
It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days !
By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ?
We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too .
Thanks a lot .
Really , nothing big . I just heard about your ideas on employee motivation and I wanted chat with you about a few things going on in my department .
Well , feel free to drop by my office any time . The door ' s always open .
Actually , I was hoping to mix business with pleasure . Would you be interested in joining me for dinner some time this week ? I thought we might try out the new Italian restaurant everyone ' s been
Sure , Mike , I ' d love to .
Is this evening too soon ?
No , that ' s perfect . We can leave directly from here .
I was really sick .
But couldn't you have done it when you felt better ?
Yes , I probably could .
You have already missed one other assignment ; when can I expect the make-ups ?
Next class meeting .
That will be soon enough , but make sure you get next week's assignment in as well , all right ?
That would work for me .
Good . I know that you are capable of being an excellent student .
What are you going to have to eat ?
I'm going to order scrambled eggs and toast . What about you ?
That sounds good to me . I'll have the same .
I don't see anything wrong with what we're doing ! That's just the problem . In these kind of things , the trouble doesn't always appear at first .
But everything has been so easy .
Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork . Just like we planned ! That may be true , but if you were to do it , you would have trouble on the horizon . You always say that .
Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things .
Okay . Have it your way , but don't say I didn't warn you .
Follow me , please . How do you like this one ?
What mark is it ?
Levis . It's the latest fashion .
You will need to wait a few minutes for fries . They're still in the fryer .
That's fine .
Your total comes to 7 dollars .
Here's 20 .
Thank you . Your cash back is 13 dollars . Pull into a parking states , and we'll bring you your fries in two minutes .
Thanks .
And we should have good sitting posture .
That ' s right . The ideal posture for women is to put their legs together and lean to one side . This is especially important in summer .
Where should I put my overcoat and briefcase after entering the office ?
Put it beside you . Don ' t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ' s desk . You've got long hair . Don ' t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work .
I think that ' s the reason why Princess Diana ' s hair style became so popular .
Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there .
I ought to respect other people ' s privacy , as most Westerners do .
As the saying goes , when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
When you go out with friends , I don't want you to stay out too late .
Okay .
We maintain a curfew for Cindy because she's just 16 .
How late can we stay out ?
You can stay out till 10 p . m .
But if we're going to be late ?
Then you call me or Tom first .
What happened ? Did you have a fight ?
No . She is really a very nice girl ...
Yeah , she is . She is pretty , caring , getting easy-going and she is a great cook . She is a gem .
Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ' s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself .
Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ?
I've tried , but it didn't work .
So , when are you going to tell her ?
Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her .
I know she ' s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt !
I know ...
What time does it leave ?
It leaves at 9:30 a . m ..
Could you please tell me about the cabins ?
Yes , all the cabins are fit for two .
Then where can I catch it ?
At Pier Five .
Thank you .
When will you buy it then ?
I promise you'll have it tomorrow .
I'm sorry , sir . The rooms are not available now . But would you like to have your dinner in the dinning hall ? I can find a table by the window for you .
No , thanks . We have made a reservation before .
Can I have your name , please ?
My name is James .
I'll ask waitress to show you the way .
Thanks .
Well , it's just drip drip drip . But that's not water .
I don't know . Since yesterday morning , the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip .
Did you call the apartment management yet ?
Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over .
How long ago did you do that ?
It was 36 hours ago .
That's outrageous ! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this .
For me ?
Yes . Let's go inside and you can open it up .
Wow ! It's big ! What could it be ?
I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat .
What does that mean , not big but fat ? You didn't buy ...
Yes , true , but how about other personal qualities ?
Well , I believe I ' m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ' m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ' m fun to work with .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Thank you .
All right , madam , it's your turn . What will it be today ?
I've been wearing my hair long for years , but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style . What do you suggest for a woman like me , that is , with hair like mine ?
Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable .
I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing .
Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ?
Yes , if you think it will help .
What do you think of it ?
It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ?
Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ?
By all means .
Great ! Could you please bathe them later ?
Okay , I'll do that later .
Thank you ! Remember that they go to the vet this Saturday .
I know . What time is their appointment ?
We need to have them there at 11
I got it . I will remember .
That sounds like fun . Would you mind some company ?
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
I agree she had the right to say something , but I feel she should have done it privately .
You're right . If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that .
No , but I can write very fast .
Can you use the computer or other office machines ?
No , but I ' d like to learn how to use them .
Yes , I see , this is a permanent position .
Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ?
Oh , no , I ' m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time .
I couldn ' t possibly hire you . You can ' t take shorthand , you can ' t use a computer , and you can only work part time .
Is that right ? I already got my invitation from her earlier .
I believe that she will give me the invitation today .
Are you even going to go ?
Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year .
Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun .
When exactly does the party start ?
The invitation says it starts at 8
Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ?
I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though .
I'm planning on going , but I really need her to give me my invitation .
Will you give some advice on this experiment ?
I advise that step be taken in power supply first .
What's his suggestion for this work ?
His suggestion is that the work be started at once .
The way I see it is that they'd join us .
I think so too .
This is Robert Jordan . Would you ask him to call me back , please ?
OK , I'll tell him .
I've got to catch the last bus . See you later .
Oh , good . That ' ll be the number forty four ?
No , it's the number fifty-eight .
So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ?
No , it won't .
So when will it be here then ?
Never .
Never ?
That's right . The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more . It ' s stop is round the corner .
Do you accept credit cards ?
Yes , sir . But we only accept American Express , Master card and Visa . What kind do you have ?
Master card . Here you go .
Wait a moment , please .
Well , I do not know Chinese tea at all .
This is green tea , you can drink it in summer . It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs .
Sounds interesting . What about this ?
It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion .
What's this ? It smells fragrant .
It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste .
I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend .
No problem . Wait for a moment .
I see . That shouldn't be a problem , Sir . Which currency would you require ?
We have recently started doing a lot of business with British companies , so we'd like to open a GAP account . How should we go about this ?
The first step is to fill in the Account Opening Application and the accompanying Seal Card , stamped with your company's seal . I mean , the business seal and the corporate seal . We also need your Business Licence and the Enterprise Standard Code Certificate . Then we can go on to the next step .
That's great . Let's begin as soon as possible .
The city is beautiful , the off ... , the offices are modern and comfortable , and the work is so interesting .
Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I've always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that's true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I'm a GS - 15 . That's high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
I'm awesome .
How long have you been on the bus ?
I've been on here for like , 15 minutes .
Do you catch this bus a lot ?
Not much , I have a car .
So , you have your own car ?
I sure do .
Then , why are you on the bus with me ?
I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down .
That's good thinking .
I am afraid of the dark . I don ' t feel safe in the dark . I feel someone is hiding in the dark to attack me .
Your feelings might be right . You should never walk alone there at night . It is too dangerous .
I Know . And you should be more careful , too .
That is preposterous !
You are trying to single-handedly solve one of the world ' s greatest mysteries , and yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are wrong !
I am not wrong ! The chicken came first !
No ! The egg came first !
Will that bus really take me to LA ?
It sure will .
Is it a very long ride ?
It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride .
Really ?
It doesn't take long at all
Do a lot of people ride that bus ?
More people start getting on around LA .
Wow , thanks a lot .
Don't mention it .
What ? Ed , don ' t tell me you only have bad news !
Well sir , our sales have dropped , no plunged , fifty percent in the past month alone . We are currently overstocked and overstaffed and our profits refalling fast . The market is in recession and we have no way of moving our inventory , or getting rid of our staff . If we consider redundancies , it would cost us a fortune because of the new regulations governing compensation packages . It ' s a real mess .
For crying out loud ... How fast are we losing money ?
Um ... how can I put this ? Let ' s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months .
What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ' s the bad news ?
Oh , that ' s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ' re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ' re going to have to shoulder this cost .
Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess !
We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country .
We ' re doomed !
There is some really good news though !
Really ? What !
I got offered a new job !
How did you know ! There's a program on ancient Egypt tonight .
Well , I guess I could tape The X-files and watch it later ...
Look , it's starting !
Mysteries of the Pyramids . Didn't we watch this program last week ?
Yes , it is pretty , but it costs $ 200 . What about this one ? It ' s almost the same , but it costs half as much .
It ' s not the same . It ' s completely different .
It ' s just a little shorter .
I really like this one .
Well , it ' s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ' s pretty ?
Yeah . It ' s pretty .
Yes , that's correct , Madam . You don't need to go to a counter at all , you can use one of our ATM machines . I'll be more than happy to help you .
I don't usually like to use Atms , I like dealing with a real person , you see .
I know it does seem a little daunting , but once you get used to it , it will save you a lot of time and trouble .
I ' m sorry . The kitchen is closed after midnight .
It ' s ok , good night .
Good night .
You know that I am .
Where is your polling place ?
It ' s at the park up the street .
Oh , is that right ?
Where ' s your polling place ?
I have no idea .
How come you don ' t know where it is ?
Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place .
You should check online .
Oh , really ? Thanks , I ' m going to do that right now .
This room is filthy with cockroaches .
Were you wearing your glasses when you noticed them , sir ?
I've already seen nine of them and , as they say , eight is enough !
Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots .
You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement !
I'm very sorry , sir . Will you please hold while I transfer you to my supervisor ?
Yes , the dance hall is nice with various styles of music .
( In the club ) Look at those people in the dance floor , they are so crazy .
That's rock and roll with fast tempo .
I like the slow dance . I am good at rumba and waltz .
Take it easy . The time for slow dance is the middle part of the party .
Let's find a quiet seat and sit down for beverage .
OK , follow me .
Listen , it is waltz . I like the elegant step of the old styles .
May I ?
Sure .
( When they are dancing ) You dance gracefully !
How long have you been a bus driver ?
I started driving the bus a few months ago .
Is it fun driving the bus ?
Not at all .
I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver .
I never did either , but it pays the bills .
I enjoyed talking to you .
I liked talking to you too .
I have not seen you for a long time . How are you ?
Not very well .
What are your symptoms ?
I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain .
Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ?
Here .
What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ?
Sharp pain .
Is the pain continuous ?
No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes .
Please lie down over there .
All right .
Does it hurt when I push here ?
No .
What about here ?
Not really .
How long have you been like this ?
For about a month .
How about your appetite ?
I am eating pretty good .
How about your bowel movements ?
No constipation . Everything seems OK .
Why do I have to hire you ?
I have a proven track record in resolving problems , multitasking , and dealing with customers , as you can sec in my resume . I think it is enough .
I was thinking about heading to the mall . Do you want to go ?
Are they having a sale ?
Yeah . Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale . It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on .
That sounds great . Where should we meet ?
I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes .
Sounds good . See you there .
What do you think about these shoes ?
They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ?
No . Not really .
This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design .
I bet it's expensive .
It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ?
For 80 bucks it looks great . Go try it on .
that ' s good to hear . Shall we get started ? I see from your application form that you ' Ve worked as a maintenance man for over 7 years .
yes , that ' s true .
what kind of work did you do ?
I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems .
That ' s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ?
I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building .
well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ' Ve ever had , please .
the best job ? What do you mean ?
like the job you feel the most proud of .
I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people .
Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of .
I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it .
that ' s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question .
Go ahead , please .
in all the jobs you ' Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ?
wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things .
all right . Do you have any questions ?
no . I can ' t think of any right now .
you ' ll hear from us by the end of this week .
thank you very much . I ' m looking forward to hearing from you about this job .
Maybe so . But a law banning cigarettes would do no good .
No . You can't suddenly make smoking illegal . But the government could prohibit smoking in public places like cinemas and theaters .
I'm really going to miss you . Take care of yourself .
I will .
But they aren't very fashionable . What about these ?
I don't like the way they sag down . I feel like I have plumber butt in them .
That's the style ! You just wear boxers .
What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ?
You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants !
If you ask me , it's a walking invitation !
It's on the fourth floor .
Thank you .
I want to make a long distance phone call .
Then you'll need small change .
I thought you wanted to know more about her .
No , I couldn't care less !
Would you tell us your name , please ?
I'm Helen Baker .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
Don't worry . I'll write you a prescription for a new medicine that works wonders .
Thank you , doctor .
Yeah , those classics from the great writers .
But I find Japanese ones better .
No , they aren't . They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack ' s header in the final three minutes . Just think , group A consists of Austria , China , and Saudi Arabia , all of which are minnows .
It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event . Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times . Oh . my goodness ! I'm afraid the team is under a spell .
Well , at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield . They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria . And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense . I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later .
I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes .
That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals .
Yes . They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline , especially in vital , decisive encounters .
I'm sorry to hear that . What's your conflict ?
I don't know . She always said I didn't love her , but I did .
Did you think about talking to her again ? Maybe she is waiting for your call .
I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet .
Come on , guy . Maybe she isn't your right person .
Why are you qualified for this position ?
Since leaving school , I have attended typewriting and shorthand classes , and have now attained a speed of fifty and ninety works respectively .
What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst ?
I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis .
What job-related skills do you have ?
I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language .
25 mm diameter .
They're at the back of the stores , second shelf up on the right-hand side .
Thanks . Have you got any light bulbs ?
They're in the blue cupboard . Anything else ?
Oh yes , some wire cutters .
I ' ll need to check . Sorry , we don ' t have any in stock . But I can order some and send through the order today . How many do you need ?
Just one pair .
Fine . They should be here the day after tomorrow .
I think I will be adapted to it .
Although the weather here is very cold , the people are warm .
Yes , that's the reason why I remain here .
How can you be so sure ?
I can tell from the way he spoke to us .
Never believe his words .
Straight ahead to the traffic lights , left and then right .
That's it . It'll take you about five minutes .
Thank you very much .
We are sorry for the delay , ma ' am . Could you hold the line , please ? I ' ll check your order .
Okay .
Your order is ready . It ' s on the way to your room . We ' re very sorry to have you waiting , Ma ' am .
That ' s okay .
That sounds like fun . Have a good time .
That's really kind of you .
I'm afraid I don't know how to use your camera .
Well , it's an automatic camera . You just press the button .
I see .
Thanks a lot .
All right . How much would you like to change ?
Let me see . I think maybe 600 USD at least .
Pardon ?
Six hundred US dollars .
I'm sorry , sir , after 7
But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ?
I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it .
It's just too bad . I have to leave it as it is , and thank you just the same .
I want to have a few friends over for a dinner party to celebrate my birthday . Would you be able to come the next weekend on Saturday ?
I'd be delighted to , John . Saturday did you say ?
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
What sort of things are you interested in ?
I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots . More often than not , I go with some of my friends . By the way , what are your favorites ?
I love swimming and cycling . On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour . In the afternoon , I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours .
That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ?
Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ?
I'm fond of dancing .
Good . You really know how to enjoy yourself .
Could you tell me where the canteen is ?
Sure , I can take you there actually .
Oh , I don't want to trouble you .
It's fine . I was heading there anyway .
That ' s why it ' s become a very popular holiday destination these years . Someone told me the service there is very good too . Are you planning to spend the holiday there ?
Yes , I ' m thinking about signing up for a tour in the travel agency . Their next tour starts the same time as my holiday does next month .
How many days is the tour ?
10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ' t that great ?
That ' s a perfect plan . Enjoy yourself .
But I want to watch TV now .
That ' s out of the question .
Please .
Not a chance .
Not even for an hour ?
Sorry , it ' s impossible .
She is indeed well . But she would not give anyone a tumble , you bet .
Yeah ... actually , we haven't hung out at all recently . You seem sort of under the weather . Is there something going on ?
Well , keep this under your hat , but I think I'm going to quit after New Year .
Quit this company ? Oh ... wow .
I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ...
One of the best in the company .
That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all .
Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ?
That's one way of putting it . For me , a job needs to stimulate my brain , otherwise it becomes a daily drudgery .
Sure we do ! We have the best tailors in the country ! What is it that you need exactly ?
Well , I ' m looking to get a custom-made suit .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
Please ma ' am , if you could spare five minutes of your time , I am sure we could find something that interests you !
I wish I could , but I have to walk the dog and finish cooking so if you would excuse me .
We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking ! This one for example , is a bi monthly publication with recipes from all over the world !
Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ?
Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas !
Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications .
You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters !
That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ?
Well , I also have ...
Didn't they say we're going to the Ritz ?
Yes , but not the Ritz Carlton , the " Ritz " is a pizza place with peanut shells on the floor .
In that case , let me make a quick change into my street clothes .
I'll wait right here for you Superman .
Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz !
Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit ?
Is that all you need ?
I also need to check these books out .
Anything else ?
That ' s everything .
I need your library card .
I have it . Here you go .
Do you need anything else ?
That ' s everything .
Your books are due back two weeks from today .
Thank you . Good night .
Yeah . But his relation with Sallycome to a sticky end and was found by his wife .
He deserved it .
But what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ?
They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke .
That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
What are you talking about ? What did I do ?
You told Martha that I was on a date ? What was that all about ?
No ... that's not what I meant . I didn't mean that . She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara . I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends .
She started feeling suspicious after you said that .
I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up .
Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you .
Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends .
Don't bother .
I ' m on the 6th floor , room 698 , I ' v had many problems with that room , just this morning , I called someone up to fix the light fixture in the bathroom , it didn ' t work , and it still doesn ' t work .
Oh , dear , well , it looks like we have a few rooms available , can I put you into a room on the 17th floor ? It has a balcony and it doesn ' t face the highway .
Ok , that would be very nice ! What do I need to do to transfer ?
Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 .
Mmm , I don ' t think the charges are right , can you explain them please ?
That ' s 545-8897 and your mailing address is 908 Mulbury Street . The zip code is 20310 , right ?
That ' s right .
Here you are .
This is a sizable sum . Is there any reason you are closing your account with us Mr . Lee ?
I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account .
I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ' s approval .
No problem . I ' ll wait over there .
Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there .
No , thanks . Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash .
OK , OK .
And when we get back from the doctor's , you'll gargle again .
Maybe I'll run away first .
Well , the only free food on the streets is from a soup kitchen , and their soup isn't as tasty as mine !
Yes , I'll talk to her .
All right .
Yes . Do you have any direct flight to Tokyo ?
Sorry , we don't . I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo .
What about a flight to Paris ?
Yes . It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday .
Could I treat you to dinner tonight ?
Wonderful .
Sometimes I don ' t know what the best foods are .
Fresh fruits and vegetables are important , along with protein and whole grains .
What things should I avoid ?
You don ' t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar .
Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ?
Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop .
How about having a beer on the weekend ?
Less than a serving of alcohol a day can actually be good for you . Do not overdo it !
I liked it . I didn ' t think his works were masterpieces , but the certainly weren ' t uninspiring , in my opinion .
I don ' t think I ' Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ' t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ?
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use will rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
Not bad . How about you ? Haven't seen you for a long time .
Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
you really like brains that make you think , don't you ?
I guess you could say that . What kind of games do you like ?
I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at !
doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ?
well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours .
did you play a lot of games when you were little ?
my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend .
do you still like playing those games ?
not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ?
everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games .
some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ?
no , I prefer to play with people I know .
how about mah-jong ?
it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it .
I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong !
I hate to disappoint you , but unlike what most people think , we aren't all exactly the same !
I've never seen you so worked up . what did she do to you ?
She made another white crack about my clothes .
Are you sure she was trying to put you down ?
Of course , I am sure .
You shall go easy on her . she is new here .
Just how am I supposed to do that ?
You shall just take it in surprise .
I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons .
Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ?
I am not . she is no picnic .
Well . if you think I can help , let me know .
Thanks , Serena .
Sure . We can deliver it to your home .
Well . I am a traveler from China . Would you please mail to China ?
Of course . You have to fill out the form first .
Well , you know how I've been working at the Economist as a proof-reader , right ?
Yes .
Well , the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for him .
Really ? That's fantastic ! Will you get a chance to do any writing ?
She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back .
Wow ! That's really great news . How often does the magazine come out ?
It's a monthly magazine , but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly .
Are you looking forward to doing more editing work ?
Yes , but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again !
Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine ?
I don't have any with me , but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you .
I'm really looking forward to reading your column .
Me , too . Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news ?
Sure , where would you like to go ?
Perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop .
What about the cotton one ?
Well , it's cheap and actually the color fades easily when washed .
What did you say to your boss ?
I said I was terribly sorry . But he said it was quite all right .
Your boss was really nice .
No , he didn't scold me because he was late , too .
We carry products from three large manufacturers and some imported ones , too . Do you have a specific model in mind ?
No . Which one do you recommend ?
This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture .
Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set .
Which brand do you prefer ?
Sky worth .
OK . Come with me , please .
I agree . I like his brother Paul . They are not alike .
Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy !
You're right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
What's the date today ?
Today is May first , 2003 .
Oh , today's International Labour Day . Is it our working day ?
Well , I don't think so .
I'm about to be swept away by millions of cockroaches !
My apologies , sir . We'll transfer you to a new room at once and give you a full refund .
Thank you . I didn't want to have to take this to court .
Sir , we never want a guest to stay here mad or unhappy .
I want to make an omelet , so actually this is really silly , I've never made one before . How do you make an omelet ?
Well , I can teach you how I make them , which is the same way my father and grandmother make them , which is a little special .
OK . Yeah ! Yeah !
First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan .
Oh , OK . Wow !
OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese .
Wow . That sounds really good .
How much are the roses ?
$ 20 per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Here is your bill . 150 yuan in all .
Do you accept check ?
No , I'm sorry we don't . We accept credit cards and cash .
Well , I'd like to pay by cash .
OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change .
Thanks .
My pleasure . Welcome to our restaurant next time .
Our relationship . I mean my friend and I ...
Any reasons ?
The cause is another boy .
Oh , that ' s too bad .
Cheer up ! It's not the end of the world .
Well , we would like to sit over there . Is that all right ?
Of course .
Where did you go to university ?
I went to the university of Ohio , in America .
What degree did you get ?
I got a bachelor ' s degree .
What was your major ?
I majored in English and minored in Chinese .
What was you G . P . A ?
I graduated with honors . I had a 3 . 9 .
Do you plan to pursue further education ?
Yes . I ' d like to obtain a master ' s degree in international relations .
When do you think you will do that ?
After I have 3-4 years of work experience .
I see .
What are you doing in this neighbourhood ? Do you live around here ?
Actually , my office is right around the corner .
It was great to meet you last week at the conference . I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment .
Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ' s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion .
Sure , you still have my contact details , right ?
You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ?
Sure , my name is Ana Ferris . Don ' t worry about it . it happens to me all the time . I ' m terrible with names too .
How was your summer vacation ?
I worked over the summer at a restaurant . Have to make tuition money , right ? What did you do ?
I took summer school . I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up .
So are you officially a junior now ?
Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same .
That makes sense . So where is Nicole ?
She dropped out of school completely .
Really ? Why ?
She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time .
Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job .
It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer .
Do you know how much they are paying her ?
I don't know . But I bet it must have been a good offer , or she wouldn't have accepted it .
Really , where did you get it ?
I got it from Macy's .
It's really nice .
Thanks again . You look nice today , too .
Thank you . I just got these shoes today .
Really ? What kind of shoes are they ?
These are called All Star Chuck Taylors .
I really like those . How much did they cost ?
They were about forty dollars .
I think I'm going to go buy myself a pair .
Yeah , he is going to move next month .
Where is he going ?
He is going to Canada and to live with his son .
What a pity !
Why did you say that ? It's a good thing for him to live with his son .
I know that . But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour . You know I always appreciate Tom's company .
Me too . But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future .
That's right . I thought I'd come back to buy a few more souvenirs .
What did you have in mind ?
Well , first , I'd like to buy a few postcards . My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere . I want to do that , too .
We have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters .
Posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice .
Yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you .
How much do they cost ?
The prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ?
Yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle .
Here you go .
I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate .
Are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift ?
Yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate .
We've got plenty to choose from here .
They look delicious . I think she'll be pleased .
I don't think so . He only had no common sense .
How long have you been there ?
I began to went there last month .
Is there any change ?
Well , I think I'm in better condition now .
Really ? Is it tiring ?
It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up .
I want to go there , too . Can I ?
Of course , yes .
Well , these are for internal use . You take a packet each time . Four times a day .
What about these ?
They're painkillers . You take one tablet when you feel a pain , but not more than once within four hours .
I see . Thank you , doctor .
Yes , I need to refill it today .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Oh , I am sorry , I thought you were not .
Why don't we stop and have a rest here ?
Fine . Actually I am a little tired too . Want some water ?
Here it is .
Sorry , things on sale are not allowed to be refunded or exchanged .
Oh , but this pair of shoes are a bit too tight . Could I change them for something bigger ?
All right . Wait a minute .
He was very clever when he was a boy .
I don ' t know . The report says it is better than the old vaccines .
Don ' t count on it . I think the best way to prevent AIDS is to keep yourself clean by having clean sex and keeping a regular sex partner .
Right . That ' s why doctor say AIDS prevention means cleanness .
I think you're being a little critical . The actor in the lead role is fantastic . I suppose the chorus could be a bit better , though .
do you know anyone in the play ?
actually , the woman playing Ophelia is a past classmate of mine .
really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ?
that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great .
so you've seen other plays that he's directed ?
quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ?
sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ?
I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school .
what did you do ?
I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ?
I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much .
why not ?
I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat .
that sounds kind of boring . Oh , look . They're dimming the lights . I think we should get back to our seats for the second half of the play .
That is good . We hope each of our future employees will be healthy and happy .
I understand that .
I know , mom .
Have you got everything ?
Oh , my jump rope . Mom , can you get it for me ?
Actually , I did it , but then it got lost .
Could you have gotten it done at another time ?
Yes , I could .
You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up ?
I'll make it up early next week .
That would work , but don't let it happen again .
I'll try .
That will solve it then . Let's work hard to not let it happen again .
What kind of books do you like to read most ?
Many kinds of books . When I was a child in elementary school , I enjoyed reading fables and science fiction . When I became to a teenager at middle school , I was interested in detective mystery stories . Now I like reading romance stories .
Are you in love ?
Why ?
People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories .
Well , maybe .
When I went to see him yesterday , he looked rather pale .
I ' m afraid he won ' t make old bones .
OK , thanks . Look forward to seeing you on Friday , then .
It's 7500 yuan per square meter , and I really like the one with three bedrooms and a large living room . Its total area is about 80 square meters .
That surely will cost you a lot of money . Are you going to make a full payment ?
Do you think I am rich enough to make it ? I am thinking about buying the apartment by installments . The real estate agency says if I pay a 25 % down payment , I can move in at once .
If sounds so tempting . Why not go applying for a loan from the bank ? They charge very low interest , so you can choose whether to pay up the balance in 10 or 20 years .
Why ?
Well , I know a lot of people have guns there . I think maybe it isn't too safe .
Don't worry about it . Your sister lives there . She probably knows the places in town you shouldn't go . It ' s true there are some dangerous places in big American cities . But if your sister lives there , she must know the city pretty well already .
Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little .
Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York . What things do you want to see ?
I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot .
The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there .
Hmm . I hope not .
Do you have an appointment ?
No , I don't .
Is it urgent ?
Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache .
Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ?
I must see the dentist now , nurse .
The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ?
That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ?
I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ?
I can wait , but my toothache can't !
If I were him , I would give him a good talking-to . I would insist on his stopping fooling around like that .
I thought mom said no dating till you are 16 .
That ' s in one month , and besides , this is a group date with all of our friends .
All of your friends , what are you planning to do ?
We ' re going fishing .
What a party ! I hope you don ' t expect the girls to fish .
These girls are different , they are not wimpy .
Well , just something in general , like several key steps in planning career and how to set specific and tenable goals .
Sounds practical ! To be honest , sometimes I feel puzzled about my future career . I am not sure if this job suits me the best though I work very hard on it and enjoy being a hard worker . I have always wanted to try something else and learn some new skills .
Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do . It seems that you need this course more than I do . I love my current job . If I take this course , I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work . If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships , that will be great . I need these to improve my current work performance .
Ok , then we can sign up for it together .
Yeah . We rolled out the red carpet to welcome him home .
Why are so many extra gifts left here ?
Many customers didn't want them .
How about giving them to that old man ?
Good idea .
By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ?
I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today .
I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper .
But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around .
That's true .
Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home .
Okay . How tiring the job is !
How much do you want to change ?
I am not sure . What's the rate today ?
It's 1 Australian dollar to 6 . 1 Yuan RIB .
What was the rate yesterday ?
The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6 . 5 Yuan yesterday .
Oh , the rate goes down .
It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ?
Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ?
I don't know , sir . But it won't change much .
Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB .
Okay . Please sign here in this form .
OK .
Here is the 6,100 RIB .
Thank you very much .
Is he in ?
I'm sorry , but he's not in , he's gone out on business .
Oh ! I just drop in on him for a chat .
Please come in for a cup of coffee .
No , thank you . Please tell him to phone me when he comes back .
What types of drugs can I try ?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps you with water retention .
What about side effects from that medication ?
Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication .
Do I only need to take that one drug ?
I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor .
What can I expect when I take that medication ?
You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough .
How many carats diamond do you want ?
Two carats .
Is this one suit for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned .
What about this ?
Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Yes , try this one please .
This fits me well , how much is it ?
3,500 yuan .
It's reasonable . Here you are .
No , I don't think you're right . Kate never does things like that . It must be a naughty boy who did it .
I want to talk about this year ' s election .
Oh , you do ?
I am volunteering for the campaign .
What made you decide to volunteer ?
I want to be a part of history .
Good for you .
Do you plan on voting ?
I will be voting .
You should try and make it early to your polling place .
Thanks for letting me know .
Does this bus go there ?
I think so .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
What about water pollution instead of pollution ?
Well done !
Yes , and hurry up !
I'd like to apologize for my carelessness . May I clean it up for you ?
No , I'll do it myself .
Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ?
I should think so , too !
I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble .
Yes , and please be more careful in the future !
I will , sir . I'm really very sorry .
That's OK .
That's a problem . My laptop has no Ethernet port , it's wireless only .
Hmm . Well , we have some alternatives , if you're interested .
Go ahead . I'm all ears .
We have a computer lab on the first floor .
That's great ! How much is it ?
It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course .
Okay . What about the other alternatives ?
You could use your wireless right here in our lobby .
Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ?
Well , we don't have a printer in the lobby yet . You'll have to use the lab .
Really ? That's wonderful !
Thank you for your warning .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
She said that when we get off the bus , the Book Building is right by the bus stop .
But I don't see it .
Oh , Dad , look at the sign , please !
Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey .
OK , Dad , it happens .
It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ?
Come on , I'm too tired !
OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi .
Sure , I promise .
If you keep your promise , I will also let you watch Ultraman this evening .
Is that all you need ?
I also need to check this magazine out .
You ' re not allowed to do that .
I don ' t understand .
It ' s our policy .
What can I check out ?
Only books or videos .
I need this magazine .
You will have to read it here .
That ' s weird .
I expect all Chinese can play table tennis .
Most anyway .
Do you like playing table tennis ?
Yes , I like . But I can't play it well .
Are indoor sports popular ?
Basketball and swimming are very popular .
Really ? I like playing basketball , too .
We can play together if you are free .
That's great .
And I was overwhelmed by this scene , too .
What sort of duties do you expect ?
I would like to be able to work independently and take over some ordinary responsibilities such as answering routine correspondences , taking phone calls , and sometimes assisting you with personal business affairs .
You ' re kidding . What am I going to do ?
Well , we can give you this lovely shaving kit and call you the minute your luggage arrives here . Just leave us a contact number .
You can reach me at 13661306917 .
Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . There wasn ' t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage .
Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ' re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully .
I ' Ve had a lot worse problems than this traveling so it ' s really no big deal .
OK . Here .
How would you like it ?
Five tens , five fives and the rest in ones , please .
Here you are . Thank you .
I am calling to inform you that you have passed the first two rounds of interview . Could you please come for the final round ? It is scheduled on the morning of next Monday 10AM in the HR manager office .
Thank you for calling me . I will be there on time .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
Yes . It says it will be sunny all day . No sign of rain at all . This is your father's favorite sausage . Sandwiches for you and Daniel .
No , thanks Mom . I'd like some toast and chicken wings .
Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me .
Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket .
All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ?
Yes , madam .
Ask Daniel to give you a hand ?
No , mom , I can manage it by myself . His help just causes more trouble .
Open this card and read .
A trip to China for summer vacation . Wow ! What a wonderful surprise ! Thank you . This is the best surprise I've ever had .
Well , I cook a lot of big meals .
What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 " pan .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
Goodness ! It ' s been so long I actually forgot . Let me see ... yes , it is on my calendar .
OK . See you at your office at 2:30 .
Right , see you then !
Even though the traffic is bumper-to-bumper out there , I don't think it's heavy traffic that makes Bill late . He takes the train , remember ?
Oh , that's right . Well , the train shouldn't be late . That means there is only one explanation ... Bill must have overslept .
Well , to be fare , since he's coming all the way from Lancaster , he's got to get up much earlier than the rest of us . He must get start on his commute about six thirty , no telling what time he actually gets up .
That's right , because he's got to get to the train station from his house , then take the blue line into the city , then switch trains to the red line . In all , the trip's got to take more than 2 hours .
Why doesn't he just drive to work ?
It's too difficult to park your car in the city . Also , the traffic coming in from the suburbs is a nightmare .
Oh , I'm sorry . Mr . Li is in a meeting right now . Can I take a message ?
Sure . This is Nigel Smith his personal banker . Could you ask him to return my call ?
Nigel Smith . Does he have your number , Mr . Smith ?
It's 2781703 1 .
2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message .
Thanks so much , bye .
What do you think of the traffic today ?
It ' s pretty bad .
Yeah . You can say that again . It ' s noisy too .
I am glad I did not drive a car .
I ' m working . I often work late on Thursday . I ' m busy this week .
Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ?
Tomorrow ? No , I am afraid I won ' t be able to . I ' m going on business to Birmingham .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ' ll be at her birthday party .
What do you say next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ' s make it next Wednesday .
Okay . Bye .
Bye .
Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep ?
I don't know .
This is Mrs Smith , may I have your name ?
This is Sun , and I interviewed with you yesterday .
Hello , Mr . Sun .
I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me , as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Well , thank you for your time and consideration again .
You are welcome .
It's rather too high . If you can make it cheaper , we will be able to place large orders continuously .
If you order a large amount , we can give you a discount .
Well , can you explain it to me ?
The price of CPU is 260 dollars above 1,000 Units .
Can you reduce more ?
I'm sorry , but to be frank , considering exploiting the market in your country , we have already supplied you at very low preferential price .
In that case , we have to stop ordering if a reduction can't be made . Please reconsider .
It is so hard to deal with .
If you can give us a more reduction , We'd be able to give you an order on the spot .
This price is the best we can make .
The international airport , please . I have to be there by 8
I can't promise anything , but I'll try my best .
Oh , that's my stop . How much do I need to pay ?
That'll be 10 dollars , please .
Thanks a lot . here .
Is it far ?
No , it should only take you about 15 minutes by foot .
Thank you .
Yesterday when I went to hospital to see her , you cannot imagine how greatly surprised when I saw her .
What happened ?
Because of atomic cocktail and other medicines , all of them have the side effect . she has lost all her hair .
What's the matter ?
It's not what I asked for .
What's wrong with it ?
It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it .
This is a pity !
Hang in there . The hardest part is just about over .
How Ay years have you been working with him ?
About 15 . I've seen him work hard for a lot of good changes .
It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters .
Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ?
He would be good .
We should also cook a couple dozen hot dogs and kebabs .
Yeah , good idea . We can put some lawn furniture outside next to the grill . I also set up the tent outside so we can hide from the sun if it gets too hot .
Great ! I asked Grace to bring cups and serviettes as she is also bringing two big coolers for the beers .
This is gonna be a great barbecue !
Really ? I have heard there are many famous national park in the US , which one exactly ?
The Yellow Rock National Park .
That's wonderful . I will see the Old Faithful for myself .
I don't think we can visit the city in one day just by walking . How much does the limo cost ?
$ 50 a day .
I'm sorry to hear that . Anything I can do for you ?
No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes .
Where do your parents live ?
They still live in Shanghai where I was born .
Do you write or call them very much ?
Yes , I try to keep in touch with them .
Yes , my office phone number is 373 ... 36 .
What's the best time to call you , then ?
Between four and five in the afternoon .
Thank you for coming , Miss Yang .
The pleasure is mine . It's been nice talking with you . Goodbye .
That's a good idea !
I've always had good luck at outlets .
Thank you for the suggestion .
I hope you find a nice sweater .
Do put yourself on a diet , otherwise you'll be too fat .
I can't bear eating less .
But you still look a little bit tired . What time did you leave ?
It was around 1 thirty in the morning . I guess I didn ' t fall asleep till 3 because those numbers were involving in my mind . I just couldn ' t stop thinking about them .
That ' s normal after a tense work evening . Working overtime is not always a pleasant experience for me either . Once , I worked overtime everyday for a whole week including the weekend . That really broke my rhythm and I got a little sick later .
Working at weekend is something I hate to do most .
But if the company asks , what else can we do ?
In the front , please .
Kennedy Airport .
All right , ma'am . Need any help with your luggage ?
Thank you , but I'd rather keep this case with me .
Do you have the meeting report ready ?
Certainly .
I don't like to .
Do you care for seafood ?
Yes , I'm very fond of seafood .
Which seafood do you prefer ?
I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber .
Is there anything else you would like to have ?
Bring me an assorted cold dish , please .
Would you care for beverage ?
No , thanks . I'm fine .
What would you like to drink ?
A bottle of champagne .
Yes . So you'd better dress warmly before you go out .
I will . Thanks for telling me .
So , how was your trip to Thailand ?
What do you think is important in your work ?
Many are important -- intelligence , diligence , information and planning . But the most important , I think , is achieving results .
He can repair cares ? I cannot believe it .
Believe me , he is the first-class .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I wish it was a nicer day today .
That is true . I hope it doesn't rain .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I will . You know , as a newcomer , I think it might be a good opportunity to get to know people from the other departments of our company in a more relaxed atmosphere .
You are right . Our company ' s Christmas party has always been an amazing occasion for everybody to relax and get to know each other better . It is also a time to make new friends and do some networking .
I hope that it is not a formal one when the boss is there .
No , it will not be formal at all . It is a fun time . You will love the game show . Please dress casually . Usually there is an over abandon of drinks , so be careful with that .
Don ' t worry , I can handle that . And I know if the boss is there , even it is an informal evening , it does not make a good impression to get totally drunk in front of him .
What ' s the problem ?
I noticed that the faucet in the kitchen is leaking .
That ' s no big deal .
It ' s going to be a problem when my water bill comes .
What do you want me to do about it ?
I would like you to fix the problem .
I won ' t be able to do that right now .
Well , I won ' t be able to rent the apartment until the problem is fixed .
Fine , I ' ll have it fixed for you .
I ' m happy that we ' Ve come to an agreement .
It ' s for a book .
Oh , that ' s a nice idea . Well , it ' s fine if you take our picture .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
The pleasure is mine .
How did it grow into such a large place ?
Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here . The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre .
As the city grew , it must have absorbed many village nearby .
Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city .
I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ?
Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too .
Really ? So your city does have some old history after all .
Yes , I already have one .
OK , well after you take one out of that second drawer , you put your name on the top . Do you see ?
I am kind of confused .
Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ?
I'm not quite sure .
Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ?
No , I have no idea what you are talking about .
It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box .
Thanks for your help .
Try it and if you can't do it , one of us can always help you later .
Never better , thanks .
So how have you been lately ?
I've actually been pretty good . You ?
I'm actually in school right now .
Which school do you attend ?
I'm attending PCC right now .
Are you enjoying it there ?
It's not bad . There are a lot of people there .
Good luck with that .
Thanks .
I think that there are too many of them . I think that companies spend far too much money on advertising . They should have lower prices instead . Then they would see more .
I see your point , but if companies didn ' t spend money on advertising , no one would hear about their products . I agree that some form of advertising can be annoying . I don ' t like it when people try to give you leaflets with information about products you have no intention of buying .
I really hate receiving spam . I also dislike having to listen to advertisements and jingles when they are broadcast in stores or on the subway .
Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ' t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign .
I like that too . I don ' t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ' t buy a certain product , you ' re not cool or modern or efficient or something .
That kind of advertising seems to be very common with brand name products . They are always trying to maintain brand loyalty .
Clyde Smith . Pleasure to meet you . May I treat you ladies to dinner ?
OK ! I was just tellin ' Wen about African-American food .
You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws , were you ? Well , my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff . We have refined French tastes .
Hey ! That " stuff " is my grandma's cooking , and it's good !
I have an issue with my schedule .
Tell me the problem .
I have two classes on here that are at the same time .
Oh , I see .
Can you change that for me ?
Do you still want both classes ?
Yes , I would like to keep both classes .
I'll try to change one to a different day .
I would greatly appreciate that .
Yeah . We should have more roads built .
I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems .
It ' s because of good quality and the fine design .
I don ' t think it ' s worth that money .
Anyhow , this dress is really elegant .
I hope that they accepted the counter-offer .
The counter-offer was acceptable to them , but they want you to pay for the home inspection .
Will the home inspection cost me a lot ?
It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars .
Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ?
Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find .
How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ?
Let ' s call them right now . I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection .
Let's go to a ETV tonight .
But I can't sing it well .
It doesn't matter . No one will laugh at you .
OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ?
What about six ?
It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ?
OK . Let's make it .
All right . Are you married ?
To tell you the truth , I'm not married . I'm still single .
Then , when do you plan to get married ?
I don't know . It ' s still up in tha air .
You ' re welcome . You know , these days I have been reflecting on my biggest weakness procrastination . The more I think about it , the more I hate myself for being so disorganized . I decided to change the situation as soon as possible . Otherwise I will be more regretful later .
This is encouraging news , good for you ! What is your solution , then ?
The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities . It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place .
Sounds not bad ! Better performance isn ' t just about doing a lot more . It is about focusing on the right things to do .
A lecture on how to make stir-fried ginger beef , not the boxing you like .
I prefer boxing to beef .
Just there by the door . I need to measure the length of this workbench . We're going to replace it . OK - 3 m 47 cm . Let's round it up to 3 m 50 .
I'm glad you're replacing it . We need more space to work on things . How deep will the new workbench be ?
Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood .
Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ?
Sure . So let's see . We need a piece of wood 3 . 5 m long by 1 m wide . I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday .
I just wanted to congratulate you ! I mean , it was a good race and you deserve to win .
Well ... thanks , Marcia . It ' s very nice of you to say so . I mean ...
It was that final sprint ! You were great ! Really !
Do you really think so ? I mean , was I ? Er ... you ... must be disappointed .
Can you play a musical instrument ? If you can , he might ask you to join the band .
I can play drums , but I haven ' t played for a while . I ' m not sure I ' d be good enough to play in a band .
I wish I could play a musical instrument . I love music .
Nowadays , you can be a DJ . You can mix dance music . You don't need to be able to play music instrument or thing .
I love to try it , but the instrument is expensive and it was still need to take a lot of practice .
You know , you could probably get a computer program that would help you . You already have a computer , so you could use that to help you mix some music .
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll search for some information on the internet . If it ' s possible to do , the internet will have some information about it .
Let me have them .
Here are all of them .
These books are two weeks late .
I didn ' t have time to return them .
You ' re going to have to pay late fees .
How much ?
25 cents a day .
25 cents a day ?
That means 25 cents for each late book .
That ' s expensive .
Of course , you can .
Let ' s have a try .
You said it . Love but on the sand will soon be on the rocks .
That give us a good lesson .
How often do you play tennis ?
Twice a week . How about you ?
I seldom play tennis . I prefer football and basketball .
But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together .
I usually play with my schoolmates .
Do you like watching football matches ?
Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday .
Oh , I watched it on television . It was an exciting match .
You need a bath every day .
Why ?
Because you don't want to smell bad .
I don't smell bad .
That's what you think .
If I smelled bad , I could smell me .
I can smell you .
I can smell you , too .
That's my perfume .
When can I wear perfume ?
But I always feel disappointed . I have many problems with English learning .
Honey , cheer up .
I feel confused about the grammars .
I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best .
And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated .
Be confident , and never give up .
I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad .
Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart .
Yes , mom . You are right . Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . I will keep going .
Doing anything for lunch ?
Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas .
I tell you I must go !
Where ?
I have spoken my mind , and can go anywhere now .
I ask you to pass through life at my side-to be my second self and best earthly companion .
I'll never again come to your side ; I am turn away now and can't return .
What other kind of food do you like ?
I like Indian food as well .
Do you have any other questions ?
Would you please tell me about fringe benefits of the company ?
OK , we will pay insurances for employees after the probationary period .
What do they include ?
Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance .
That sounds great .
Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds .
The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund
Do you have other questions ?
I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year .
The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling .
That's quite good . Thank you for telling me about those .
I want to get some ground beef .
How many pounds do you need ?
I would like four pounds of ground beef .
What kind of ground beef do you need ?
I would like the extra lean .
Let me go and get that for you .
Thank you very much .
No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now .
I appreciate that .
Yes , but do you love me ?
why ? You mean a lot to me .
why didn ' t you answer my question ?
what question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
you know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it .
How much are the roses ?
Twenty dollars per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , that is today's sale price .
I'll take a dozen .
Is there anything else you'd like to get ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
But don't you want to study music ? Shouldn't it be easy ?
It should be , but there are too many options . My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices , but after that ...
I know . You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country , a big school or a small school , a public or private school ...
Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low .
I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction . He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended .
Thanks for the information . And good luck in your college search .
Master Li ? Who's that ?
He's Taipei's most famous calligraphy master ! Quick ! Get in line !
I will ! I could use some good luck !
An American one , please . I am in a hurry .
OK , sir , yours will be ready in a few seconds .
What color and what style do you like ?
I am not sure .
Well , you can have a look at our skirts hanging there .
Ok , thank you .
You are welcome !
I know . I always hope for the best and prepare for the worst .
Then you will be in line for a doom .
I've tried before . Everything I've tried doesn't work .
Maybe with the choice of life or death before you , you will find it easier .
May I see that x-ray again ?
See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs .
And that is what's causing my shortness of breath .
Look at it this way , when you quit , you will save money , time and your life !
I can lend you some money .
Thanks . But it ' s necessary for me to buy a TV set .
Can I help you in anyway ?
You can take me to the bank if you want to .
Sure . Let ' s go .
Do you have any style in your mind ?
I have no idea .
I recommend you this one . It's a very popular kind of coat-the most recent thing .
Well , it's good in style , but I am afraid it doesn't wash well .
Well , I thought it was not that serious .
Not really . It pinches my toes .
I'm sure they'll be fine once you break them in .
I don't know ... well , I guess I'll take them , since you don't seem to have anything better .
Thank you , ma'am . It's been a pleasure doing business with you .
I jumped the gun .
There were some gaps in your report . Please be more sorrow .
Yes , I overlooked some facts . I ' ll be more sorrow .
She missed us and asked when we would go back home .
What's your plan ?
I don't know . Maybe next week . We haven't been to the Great Wall yet .
Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her .
All right .
I wish I could , but it's already late .
Oh , it's a pity that you have to leave .
Thank you for a wonderful meal .
I'm glad you enjoyed it .
I see , you have seven candles on the cake .
Yes , I am seven . I am a big girl now .
We will have a party here , right ?
Yes , come on , and we will have fun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Don't hesitate . That's a very famous university which a lot of students are longing to attain .
Maybe you are right . But the major is not fit for me . I like architecture more than computers .
But this chance is really precious .
Well , I know . So I am thinking now .
I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By .
Thank you for your kindness . I will think about it carefully .
And I hear he gives very good lectures .
Indeed . He ' s strict with himself too .
You should have asked for my opinion before you did it .
Sorry , mum . I won't do it again .
You'd better remember your promise .
How about winter ?
That's a hard time . The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
Are you in a hurry ?
I have to be there before 1700 .
We'll make it except a jam . You know it's rush hour .
There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time .
I'll do my best .
Here's twenty dollars .
Do you have small bills ?
No . If you can't break it , keep the change . But can you give me a receipt ?
Here is your receipt . Thank you .
Not bad . Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband ?
I've heard . She looks quite depressed .
Yes . They used to be joined at the hip .
I heard they were just married for 5 months .
Yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden .
You said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners .
Definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce .
We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners .
That's true . Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
Where did you buy it ?
In Boston .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Can I have your key and room number , PLS ?
Room 1419 . Here is my key .
Here is your bill , sir . Could you PLS check it ?
It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card .
Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again .
I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch .
The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him .
Thanks very much and goodbye !
How much are the pears ?
They're four yuan per kilo .
Give me one kilo of those , please . Do you have any fresh plums ?
Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo .
It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here .
Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo .
Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos .
OK . It's 22 yuan
Here you are .
I couldn't come .
Why not ?
I wasn't feeling well .
Here they are .
Thanks a lot ; are these all the notes ?
Oh , no , this is the rest .
Thank you very much .
It's no problem at all .
Did you get hit ?
No , dad . Can I go there to play ball ?
Watch out for strangers , and don't go too far away . Alright ?
Are you travelling for business or pleasure ?
I'm going to visit some relatives here for several months .
Do you have anything to declare ? Jewellery or cash ?
The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer .
Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ?
No , Sir , I did not .
Do you know who you got it from ?
A lot of people in my dorm are sick . Perhaps I picked it up there .
Did you take any cold medication ?
I ' Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest .
I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold .
My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold .
A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ' t work .
Yes , if I get worse , I will definitely look for extra help with this .
I'm sorry , he is not here at the moment . He has gone to the International Business Center .
When do you expect him back ?
I'm not sure , he didn't say when he wound return . If you'd like . you can leave him a message until he is back to you until the moment it's free .
Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back .
Does he have your number ?
Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6
That was 5264453 6 , right ?
Yes , thank you very much .
You are welcome .
Is there any extra pay for that ?
No , but we ' ll provide you with good businesses at the end of the year .
Kate . She said she was too excited to go to sleep .
She never cares about others .
It ' s true . Guess what we were talking about last night .
Her new boyfriend , right ?
Yeah , how do you know about that ?
I was also interrupted by her last week because of such a thing .
You ' re going to take courses ?
Yes , I ' m going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it ' s probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I ' m a pretty cool guy ; I ' ll make friends . And I ' ll have a lot of extra-curricular activities too . You know , like fencing or theater or something .
For the past week my cable hasn't been working .
I apologize , but the cable has been down lately .
Do you know when it is going to start working again ?
Give it a couple days , and it should be back on .
Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ?
Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit .
So I don't have to pay anything ?
You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again .
Okay , thank you very much for your help .
No problem . Thank you for being so understanding .
Good night . See you tomorrow .
I ' m sorry , but your card isn ' t working .
What ' s the problem ?
The machine says your card was declined .
It was ?
Do you have another card ?
That ' s my only one .
Maybe you can just pay in cash ?
No cash today .
I guess you won ' t be able to purchase these items today .
I ' ll come tomorrow with cash .
Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
It all started the day before yesterday .
I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it about .
What should I do ?
Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two .
I ' d like the lasagna , please .
Sure and which one would you like ?
I ' ll try the vegetarian , please .
Remember when I used to beg you to break it so I could go buy ice cream ?
Yes . You sure have come a long way in valuing your hard earned dollars .
Thanks for not giving in to my childhood tantrums , mom .
But what are you going to do with that pig ?
I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money .
Who knows , maybe one day he will sit on the desk of a top CEO in a major corporation !
There's a problem with my schedule .
What's the problem ?
Two of my classes occur at the same time .
Well , I can see that's a problem .
Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ?
Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ?
I want to keep both of them , if that's possible .
Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day .
Thanks a lot .
But we usually get a discount of 3 % to 5 % from our other suppliers . Actually , some discount on your prices would make it easier for us to promote sales , you know .
That's true . But I am sorry I can't make an exception . We have quoted you our lowest price . We can't give you any more discounts .
Where can I take it ?
Two blocks down the street .
She sure knows how to strut her stuff .
She's a real turn-on our rights .
And look out she's dressed .
Yeah , I noticed . She must be really loaded .
No way . Her old man is rich . He buys her anything she wants .
Lucky her . Anyway , I think that is just as beautiful .
I think you've lost it .
Well , that's my opinion .
I admit that she is much prettier than Kate .
Oh , there is no comparison . Now we are talking but ugly .
At least we agree on that . Let's go and get a drink .
I see . Well , with those symptoms maybe you ' Ve got food poisoning . What have you eaten recently ?
Well , I went to a seafood restaurant last night and I ate lots of oysters .
Hmm . It may be those then , especially if they were raw . Well , I ' ll give you these tablets and you should feel fine by tomorrow .
Ok . Thank you very much .
I got your e-mail a couple of months back .
Yeah ? Which one was that ?
The one that said , You're a creep . From me you won't hear another peep . I hope you wreck your jeep .
Right . That one . Did it work ?
I've just gotten a pair of pre-sale Star Wars movie tickets from a friend and was thinking of inviting you along for the opening premiere . Are you interested ?
Yeah , definitely ! Thanks for inviting me .
My pleasure .
I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ?
A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece .
You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price .
Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day .
Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ?
Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you .
8 pm , that's fine with me .
Okay .
So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 .
Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night .
Ok , George . Bye !
Bye , Ann !
That's strange . It should be on the desk .
Mom , did you try the basket on your bicycle ?
Not yet . Let me see .
yeah , maybe you ' re right . How about this outfit ?
that dress looks lovely on you , but it ' s not very practical , is it ?
no , I don't have an plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just had to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It ' s casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ' s too plain on its own .
how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
that ' s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
thanks . You ' d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ?
no , they ' re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing .
that ' s even better than the real thing .
if I were you , I ' d buy that now while it ' s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes .
it ' s too bad I did all that shopping yesterday !
Your birthday is coming , and I think this dress suits you . Why not try it now ?
My birthday present ? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman , darling . I will come back soon . ( Go to her bedroom and wear the new dress , then show it to Steven . )
It fits me exactly . How does it look like ?
It displays your slender figure , darling .
The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style .
Because you are my dear wife .
I am happy that you have decided to come in for your annual physical .
Yes , I am going on a cross-country bike ride on vacation and want to make sure that I don ' t have any problems .
We are going to look at your heart and lungs , do a few blood tests , and see that your eyes , ears , and nose are all working as they should .
I ' Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ?
I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion .
That would be great . What is the blood test for ?
The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar .
I have been feeling great . I don ' t imagine that any of my tests will turn out badly .
I see , Mr . Baker . How many people are you planning to invite and how much would you like to spend per person ?
Well . We ' re expecting about twenty-five people and we ' d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head .
How about the second of March ?
What day is that ?
It's Friday .
Good . Where shall we meet ?
No need ! I know how to make dumplings . Let's do it from scratch . Can you give me a hand in the kitchen ? I don't think I can finish everything by myself .
Of course . What do you want me to do ?
Just trim vegetables for cooking . I will cut up the meat .
I can do that . And I would like to make dumplings later .
Yeah , you are my good helper , Steven .
Absolutely .
It should be handwashed with cold water . It's a common sense . Don't you know it ?
I'm so sorry . I have no idea of it . I washed silk dress the first time . I'll buy a new one for you or I'll give you money .
That's all right . Please ask me if you don't know how to do something next time . You can keep the silk dress if you don't mind . I think it fits you .
It's very nice of you . I'll try my best to do my job well .
We'll give you our decision in 7 days .
Thank you . I hope to hear from you as soon as possible .
Please send the next candidate in on your way out .
OK , good-bye .
Yes . I ' ll be here tomorrow morning at 10 .
Perfect . Our offer remains open for 3 days .
I don ' t need that long to make up my mind . If your prices are agreeable and if I can get the commission I want , I can place the order right away .
I ' m sure you ' ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ' t changed much .
I ' m glad to hear that . As I ' Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you .
We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ?
I ' m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ?
Certainly , I ' ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation .
Thank you very much .
How long did the meeting last ?
The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and it lasted for two and a half hours .
Did the chairman ask for me ?
Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend .
All right . Have you handed in my report to him ?
Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies .
Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ?
No , they didn't . The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting .
That ' s right . I ' Ve never really liked it since I got here .
Me either , but I ' m dealing with it anyway .
Ok , I guess . My boss has been on my back recently .
Really ? What's he been doing ?
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Do you need a hand with that ?
Actually , I could use some help . Thank you so much .
Don't worry about it .
Oh , it's interesting . Dad told me you brought him here when he was young , too . Now , it's my turn .
Yeah . We are the VIP customers here . So , what do you want to eat today ?
I'd like to eat a hamburger and a bottle of coca-cola .
Hey , kid , that's wrong . It's a Chinese restaurant . Let's eat something traditional .
Then there is nothing particular I'd like to eat . Grandpa , what's your favorite here ?
The Chinese rice pudding . Your father loves it , too . You wanna try ?
Sure . Is it sweet ?
Yes , of course . But I think they can make you a salty one , too .
Great , I want it spicy .
Come on . Don's go too far .
I want it to be special . And you know that I always like hot food .
OK then . We shall ask them to put some red chilli on it .
Where are you going to work then , in Australia or back in China ?
I'm planning to return to China after graduation .
Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country ? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad .
Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment .
Yeah , China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country .
He got a job and now he owns a small grocery in town .
That's great . We should visit him some time .
Do you like olives ? Or would you prefer crisps ?
Oh , just olives please . What music is this ?
Do you like it ? It's Irish music .
It's great ! Where did you get the CD ?
Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ?
Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ?
Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ?
Why not ? I'd love to !
As soon as possible , because I've got an important meeting to attend .
All right , if there's no hold-ups .
Yeah . Isn't she hot ?
She's alright .
Just alright ? ! ? She's hot !
Why don't you go talk to her ?
You think she's out of my league ?
Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all .
C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls .
Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation .
What do I talk about ?
It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that .
I don't know ...
Do you want me to go talk to her ?
No . Stay away from her .
If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will .
Ok already . I'll try .
I'm going to Beijing early tomorrow morning . And I'd like to request an early morning call . Will that give you much trouble ?
Oh , no , never . What's the exact time you'd like us to call you tomorrow morning ?
Well , my train is due to take off at 7:25 a . m . I've no idea how long it'll take to drive to the railway station .
It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ?
OK , thank you .
It's a pleasure . Good night . Have a good sleep .
And how ' s everyone in your family ?
Very well , thank you . I ' m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12 , would you care to join us ?
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
That stamp you've been looking for is for sale .
The 1879 Large Dragon ? Are you serious ? How much ?
Hey ! I thought you weren't interested ! Sorry , I've gotta go ! I'm going to switch over to eBay and see if my bid is still the highest .
Well , Then you can go to the three-day-long training camp first . There ' re some professional teachers and they can guide you to do certain necessary exercise .
I will think about it .
Come on ! It is really a fun game .
I'd like a suite . What's the rate ?
$ 40 per night .
Yeah , I was thinking we could get a bite to eat and catch a movie .
That sounds great .
Yes . We can do something else if you like .
OK . Dinner and a movie will be perfect .
Well . What time would you like me to pick you up ?
How about 7 o'clock ?
Good . I will see you then .
OK . Bye .
Bye .
What can I do for you ?
I need to withdraw some money .
How much would you like to take out ?
I need to withdraw $ 300 .
Which account would you like to take the money from ?
I want to take it from my checking account .
Okay , here you go .
Thank you very much .
Can I do anything else for you ?
No . That ' ll be all .
That's OK . Just let it out . I'm OK ! I was out of town with ... Femi .
Oh , Taylor ! I'm so ... so happy . But then ... who's that ?
Taylor Smith . But not me . The pallbearers are carrying out the casket . It would be rude to just leave . Let's follow .
And I've filed the letters .
Excellent job .
And I've checked the orders .
I'm very impressed .
And I've ordered the supplies .
Congratulations . You should be very proud of yourself .
What was your major at university ?
I studied economics , I am especially interested in the economic development of China .
What course did you like best ?
I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work .
What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ?
I've taken courses on office administration , reports and correspondence writing . I think all these are closely related to the job of assistant manager , because it requires the ability to perform general office work and to assist the manager in handling all paperwork .
Here is my international driver's license . What kinds of cars do you have ?
We have Honda , Citroen and Toyota . Which make and model do you prefer ?
I'll take the Citroen C2 . What is the rate for the car per day ?
The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ?
Full coverage , please .
That's an extra 10 euro a day .
Do I have to fill up when I check in ?
Yes .
What do you mean by saying so ?
I mean it ' s not his fault .
Oh , yeah ?
Yes . Don ' t you think he should be pitied rather than accused ?
Not at all ! I like the design so much . The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept .
Well , I doubt that .
Don ' t worry . I'll buy a new necklace as same as the old one .
It is so kind of you , Dad .
thank you , but I'm nervous . I don't know what to do . Could you tell me what should I do before an interview ?
sure , you should prepare so that you can give proper response when you're being interviewed .
yeah , besides my personal introduction , what else should I prepare ?
you should collect as much information about the company and the position you're applying for as you can . It is important to show that you've done some research into the company . The interviewers Wil
then what should I do when I'm being interviewed ?
smile at the interviewers and look them in their eyes while trying to persuade them to select you . Try to act natural , let your personality , ability and interpersonal skills shine through the interview
are there any other things I should pay attention to ?
yeah , wear formal clothes to your interview and do be punctual . That'll leave your interviewers with a good first impression .
They are the things that make up the atom , such as electrons and protons .
Is there anything that is smaller than electrons and protons ?
Of course there is . Things can be divided and broken down into indefinitely small parts if we can .
I really don't want to know about this . Physics gives me a headache .
Only four days ! That's so short , and you seem so crazy about her .
I know . I can't help thinking about her . She's always on my mind .
Newspapers or the radio I guess . I just wish TV was more objective .
Look , you can still learn a lot from watching television , you just need to be smart when you're watching . Filter the information and decide if you believe what you are hearing or not .
The internet's a lot worse .
Really ? Why ?
There's no one moderating it . Anyone around the world can put information onto the net for anyone else to see . The information on the internet is mostly unsubstantiated and you can never know who has written it , or why . A lot of people get conned online .
Again , you need to think carefully . If you don't trust others online , have nothing to do with them .
I'll need an economy ticket with an open return .
American Airlines has a flight leaving at 9:25 a . m .
I guess that's OK . What time should I check in ?
You have to be there two hours before departure time .
Let me give you a hand . The author is ...
Margaret Mitchell .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill .
That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
Deman is dropping . The problem is our competition . They are monopolizing the market !
Maybe we should rethink our marketing strategy to include the possibility that our new line of cosmetics could be a big seller .
It's really too early to tell , but a lot is riding on the new products . If we don't do better after the product launch , we may have to go bankrupt .
Do you think it's that serious ?
Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep .
My goodness , I didn't realize it was that bad .
Are you from Italy , Christina ?
No , I am German . I live in Munich .
Really , I went to Munich last week .
And did you like it ?
Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well .
And where are you from , Jack ?
I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England .
What are you studying ?
I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian .
Oh , excellent . Why don't we talk in German for a while then ?
What kind of activity would make you get involved ?
None , I guess . My only passion is on reading .
I am a student and want to live in Haitian , so that I can live close to my school . I like to play soccer and I like a quiet apartment so I can study .
I think that an apartment with two rooms and a kitchen would suit your needs . I can introduce you to a place for rent near your school . The apartment is on the 7th floor , so it is very quiet and suitable for studying .
That sounds great !
You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities .
Thank you so much . That's very kind of you .
I see . And your company has a Wage Distribution Service Agreement with us ?
So I was told , yes . They gave me this book ?
Yes , that's a Current-all-in-one Passbook . That's what you need to get your salary .
Certainly , I can can help you with that . What type of account would you like to open ? A chequing or a savings account ?
What features do they offer ?
Well , if you just take a look here , see , with our chequing account , you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee , and our savings account has a higher interest rate , but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars .
I see , well , I think I ' m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money .
Alright , then , with this chequing account you ' ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that .
No , that won ' t be necessary .
In that case , I ' ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ' ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here we ' ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ?
Yes , I ' d like to deposit one billion dollars .
What do you charge ?
12,000 yuan a year , but you can't have visitors live in it .
OK . Would it be all right to look at the room first ?
Could you come back later ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
That's right
It must be very convenient and pretty quick .
Sure , but you must have access to the Internet .
Any place will be fine . you make the decision .
What time shall we start ?
I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning .
Ok , then see you in sunday morning .
OK , make a left here . . . no wait , I meant make a right . Come on , speed up !
Geez ! What ' s the rush ?
Don ' t worry about it , just drive . Oh , no , the light is about to change . . . step on it !
Are you nuts ! I ' m not going to run a red light !
Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ' s take a side street . Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move !
What ' s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help !
Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ' ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ' s go , let ' s go ! Watch out for that lady !
I ' m going as fast as I can !
Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes .
You ' re such a geek !
How much are you selling it for ?
This TV is $ 2500 .
You can't be serious .
That's how much this t . v costs .
That's too expensive for me .
This television is of very high quality .
You can't go down on the price ?
By how much ?
I'll buy it for $ 2000 .
I'm sorry , but the price is final .
Sure . How do you like your suit ?
I want a single breasted suit . Here is the cloth .
Well , if there ' s anything I can do for you , let me know .
Thanks , I appreciate that !
How would you solve the problem ?
I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement .
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything bout ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly .
How about you ? Have you got any news from university ?
No . But I am going to apply for some vocational schools . I like fashion design and want to study it .
I am glad you can study something you really like !
Oh , that's a really good buy ... Here . There's only one left .
Can I get it duty-free ?
Sure , if you show me your passport .
It's not the latest model , is it ?
No , it isn't . That's why it's such a bargain .
I read it , but I couldn ' t understand it . Would you come to my room and tell me how to use them ?
Oh , certainly .
And also tell me how to use other switches .
It is interesting , isn't it ?
Yes , it's very interesting .
Can you teach me ?
Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this .
Let me try . Oh , I missed !
Throw the ball up high .
High ?
Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball .
Oh ! I hit it .
Well done !
Thank you . I think I like playing it .
Good for you .
I don't like it . I am not used to this kind of 9 to 5 work hours . Above all , I hate talking to those poker faces everyday .
Well , you have to take the bad with the good .
I guess so . I am badly off and I need this job .
Did you have anything specific in mind ?
Well , to be honest , I mostly use Sarah Winter products now . But I'm not happy with them . So I would like to change companies .
Well , you made a good choice . Coming to us , I mean . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige .
The color I use now is rose . How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle .
In this size , we sell it for 53 . 95 .
Wow ! That's expensive .
What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients . It is a very high quality product .
I understand . I need some mascara too . Do you have a good thickening mascara ?
Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes .
Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart I can look at ?
We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ?
Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first .
I can help you with that .
Thank you .
And when did you come to Los Angeles ?
In 1978 . I went to college here .
Oh . What was your major ?
Drama . I was an actor for five years after college .
That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ?
Because I needed the money . And because I was good at it . Look ! What do you think ?
But I still think AC milan's defence seems better organized .
But the Brazilian is tougher .
Did you want it with cheese ?
I don't want cheese on it .
Did you want anything to drink ?
I think I'm going to get a soda today .
What kind of soda can I get you ?
A Sprite sounds good .
What else would you like ?
Let me get a bag of chips too .
Anything else ?
That's all .
Don't worry . These dates are only targets .
Yes , I did .
I'm sorry . That's too bad . Who is it ? Who got the job , I mean ?
Someone called Drexler . Carl Drexler . He's been with the company onlytwo years . I've been here longer . And I know more about the job , too
Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ?
Because I'm the wrong sex , of course !
You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ?
Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair .
What sort of clothes does he wear ?
A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ?
Perhaps that had something to do with it .
You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ?
It's possible , isn't it ?
Do you really think I should wear different clothes ?
Well . . . perhaps you should think about it .
Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ?
I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all !
Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing !
Hmm . Perhaps it should be the only important thing . But it isn't . Not in this company .
Which link ?
That one , the one that says , " Mail . "
Oh , no . What did I do ? It ' s asking me for a password .
Don ' t worry . See where it says , " New User " ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
Of course you can if you like it .
How can I join it ?
There will be an information session about the Students ' Union this Tuesday . You can apply for it then .
OK , thank you .
I ' m sorry to hear that . Cancelling the appointment is no problem . Thank you for your call .
Thanks a lot . Good bye .
Would you please go to a dancing party with me ?
OK . No problem .
As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time .
But it's said that you dance wonderfully well .
Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ?
No . Just occasionally .
What are your favourite dances ?
I love rumba and waltz .
How about samba ?
To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast .
Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ?
OK . See you then .
See you then .
What methods do you use to conserve water ?
Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
do you prefer chinese food or Western food ?
well , to be honest with you , Chinese food is really different from western food .
are you used to the food here ?
I'm not really used to it yet .
what's your favorite Chinese dish ?
like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day .
have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ?
I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks .
you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression .
that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food .
if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes .
that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat !
if you haven't tried Beijing duck yet , I'd like to treat you to a meal at a famous duck restaurant near Qianmen . It would be a pity if you left without tasting it !
I am worried that I messed up on a test .
Well , let me take a look at my grade book . How do YOU think you are doing ?
I think I am doing great , except for that one test !
Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ?
I think that I could study a little harder for tests .
Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin .
Yes , I know .
I'm sure you'll do fine .
I understand . So , what would you like to do with the balance ?
I guess I should just withdraw everything .
215,000 RIB is the exact balance . If you could just sign your name here .
Here you go . That's everything , then . Thanks very much for your service over the years .
Shall I help you with it ?
I don ' t suppose you could .
I have much time . I suppose it can be done .
I ' ll be glad if you would .
Okay then , let ' s go fast ! Whoa ! This thing can really accelerate fast .
Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly . It can stop quickly .
Hey , just watch out for cops or you ' re gonna end up in the slammer . You know you tend to go fast ?
Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks .
Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car .
Cut out , would you ?
I think I ' m crazy about her .
You are , why not ask for a date ?
What kind of room would you like , sir ? We have single rooms , double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in our hotel .
I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the morning of October 6th .
All right .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is $ 100 per night .
What services come with that ?
For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day .
That sounds not bad at all . I'll take it .
Would that be our standard card , our gold card , or our platinum card ?
Oh , I'm not sure . What's the difference ?
Well , the standard card has a lower credit limit , that's 20,000 RIB , whereas with the platinum card you can have a credit limit of 80,000 RIB .
Why such a big difference ?
It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card .
My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ?
Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts .
That's great ; my health club membership is about to expire .
Is it ? Mine is climbing mountains on Sunday mornings .
No wonder you always look so active .
Help me hang up this picture , please . Would you hold it straight while I put in the nail ?
All right .
Now , hand me the hammer and those nails , please .
Yes , here you are .
There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight .
Well , it's straight , but it's upside down I'm afraid .
OK , can I see the note and some ID , please ?
There you are . As you can see , the maturity isn't up yet .
You do realise that you must pay a 0 . 2 % charge for premature cancellation , right ?
Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that .
Unfortunately , yes . You see , this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago , but not over two years . So , you will have to pay . I'm sorry about that .
Yes , I will write that down .
That will be Monday , December 2nd . We need to start loading the buses half an hour early , so plan to arrive at 7 .
Yes , I will be there on time .
We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ?
Yes , someone is coming to get me .
The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m .
What should we bring with us ?
I am going to post all of that information on the geology club web page . Check it out when you get a chance . See you Monday !
I'd like to change these dollars into RIB . Would you please tell me the exchange rate between American dollar and RIB ?
Sure . At present one dollar is equal to 6 . 4392 yuan . How many dollars would you like to change ?
500 dollars , please .
Please wait for a moment ... Now here is your Chinese currency . See if it's right . It's 3,220 yuan . Please keep this exchange memo . You may need it for converting when you leave China .
OK . Thank you for your help . That's very nice of you .
It's my pleasure .
I have a feeling they're about to go down in a few days .
Do you move a lot ?
No , I don't .
Do you really think that that excuses your tardiness ?
Of course not . I really did lose track of time .
Didn't I tell you to call when you're running late ?
Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call .
It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know .
That's true . My bad for not calling .
If you do this again , don't even bother coming home .
You're going to kick me out over this ?
Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules .
Well , if I'm not living here anymore , then I won't have to listen to your rules .
That's all right . But why were you so rude to me at lunch .
Was I ? Sorry , I didn'y mean to be . I do apologize .
And why are you yarning now ? Are you bored ?
Forgive me darling . I'm very tired .
Do you think the music is well-matched ?
No , I think the music is too fast .
How about the words of the song ?
It sounds nice .
I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings .
Yes , I think so . It's very emotional .
Of course , and I also like the rhythms .
Full of energy and hope .
Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying .
Certainly it is . It's worth an Academy Award .
I live at 323 Park Street .
Ok , someone will be there by 12:15 .
What are your rates ?
It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile .
I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ?
No , I'll send a larger vehicle to pick you up .
That's right and your flight number is CA621 .
But now I want to make a change . Please cancel this flight and transfer me to flight GB105 .
Excuse me , sir . Flight GB105 is one to Milan , are you sure of your change ?
Yes .
Sydney .
Would you please look at the five routes ?
Well , the route 5 is really charming . Must I make a reservation ?
Yes , right now it's the busy season .
You see , there is a run at the neck .
Oh , sorry . But do you want to change it for another one ?
No , thank you .
Time to order . Balista , today I want a skinny triple latte .
When did you start worrying about your weight ?
I'm not . I just don't feel like drinking whole milk today . Why ? Do you think I'm fat ?
No , Jess , chill out !
Don't you know ?
I'm not positive if it does or not .
Is this the right bus , or not ?
I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one .
Where are we ? This is not Altadena .
I know , and we've been on the bus forever .
Tell me what the street signs say .
Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City .
Next time , I'll look for the bus myself .
Well , now I know the bus that'll take us back .
I really don't think this weather will last .
Let's just hope it doesn't get cold again .
Oh , I'm terribly sorry , sir . I'll go and get you cola right away .
Waiter !
Yes , sir . I'll bring your drink right away .
It's not that . There's an animal in my soup .
Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away .
I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service .
I'm really sorry .
Would you like to go with me ?
I'd like to , but I'm tied up with my paper .
I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them .
Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat .
May I have your name , please ?
Adam Smith .
Alright , what's your address ?
56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles .
When would you like your account closed ?
Next Friday .
Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ?
14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles .
Alright , We'll take care of that .
Going to work where ?
I ' m working at the polling place .
I didn ' t know you were working there this year .
I work at the polling place every year .
How did you get that job ?
I signed up for it online .
That ' s really cool .
It ' s a very cool job .
Do they pay you a lot ?
They pay well enough .
OK , just a moment ... yes , it has arrived . The amount is 51,998 US dollars net , 12 US dollars has been deducted by the intermediary bank .
That's as it should be . When will it be paid in and credited to our account ?
It's already credited to your account .
There are many famous places such as Robson Street , Stanley Park , Gaston , Lion Gate Bridge , The Vancouver Art Gallery , and The Canadian Crafts Museum .
Is there a problem with it ?
I don ' t need it anymore .
What would you like to do with all the money in this account ?
Just transfer it over to my remaining account .
I can do that .
That would be great .
Do you want to take any money out ?
Not today .
It ' s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account .
That ' s fine . Take your time .
I think so .
Let me see . Look ! You confused the video frequency with the audio frequency .
I'm too careless .
Can it work now ?
No .
So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk .
It's a new disk .
Give it to me .
Here you are .
Uh , the movie of Tom Hanks . I know why it can't play . This is a DVD disk .
Rose-petal salad .
OK , I'll have it for change .
What is your idea ?
Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear .
Haha . Still got that great sense of humor , I see . Here's my card . I sell used cars . A car from us is a car you can trust !
Alrighty then . Didn't you use to date Sheryl ?
Sweet little lassie . Yep , broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy .
Oh ? I heard she dumped you . Anyway , she's right over there . Oh , Sheryl !
When will it be convenient for her ?
Any time is all right , except Sunday .
How about ten o'clock tomorrow ?
OK . I'll tell her .
Mostly short business trips , but sometimes long ones are also needed .
Then how about the expenses during the trips ?
The company will pay all the expenses .
Would you tell me where we often travel ?
Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on .
It's great ! I like these places .
And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ?
Yes , I can .
After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on .
I see .
You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances .
OK . Thank you very much for telling me all these things .
Then stay away . No one is keeping you from doing that .
Don't be so irritable . I just don't understand the program , that's all .
All right , I will explain it to you later on . Now scram .
Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want .
That's exactly what I want , thank you .
That depends . Our repayment plans go from 1 year to 10 years . The Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan , you see . The loan can be paid in either monthly or quarterly instalments , to suit your needs .
And how much is payable in each instalment ?
You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due .
Well , as far as I can see , the advantages outweigh the disadvantages . You've sold me ! I'd like to go ahead .
Let's go the food stall . There's a good one just around the corner .
I'd love to try some snacks .
( Later ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Supper !
You are welcome , Please call me if you change your mind .
I will . Thank you .
For most of the week .
It sounds as if you have a virus .
What do you think I should do ?
I'll give you something . I want you to take it easy and come back in a couple of days .
It's twice as big as my room in Taiwan !
Well , I hope it's comfortable enough for you .
I think I'm going to like it here .
You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use .
Wow , I have my own bathroom !
Kind of . It leads to my bedroom .
We share the same bathroom , in other words .
But you are too slow to follow them .
Don't you see I'm trying my best ?
I agree she had the right to say something , but I feel she should have done it privately .
You're right . If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that .
Oh , why is that ?
It's the funniest movie that I've ever seen .
That's true . It is a very funny movie .
You've seen it before ?
Yes , I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters .
Didn't you laugh through the whole movie ? I did .
Me too . That movie brought tears to my eyes .
Mine too .
I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it .
Sure , let's go .
Oh , he did ? May I have his forwarding address , please ?
I ' m afraid he didn ' t leave one .
I wouldn ' t mind getting up early morning and the physical work would make me fit and healthy .
Running a farm would be totally different to you current job .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm 4 to tell the future .
Oh , you mean palm reading 5 . I've seen that before , but I don't believe in it .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Hey !
Yes .
How would you like it ?
Ten hundreds and ten twenties , and the rest in small change , please .
OK . Here you are .
Is it going to rain today ?
I doubt it .
But I heard it might rain .
Get in , please .
Thank you . I have an appointment with an important client at 10
Don't worry , you'll be there plenty of time . That is it . 7 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you . here ' s 10 $ , just give me 1 $ back , please .
I ' Ve changed my mind .
Why is that ?
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
Birds of feather flock together .
But he is not a fine wether friend who could sell you down the river .
You cannot judge a person that way . I have a hunch that he is a sly dog .
Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him .
You can never tell . He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it .
What kind ?
Do you have the eggs with the red yolk ?
Sorry , madam . We have stopped selling those kinds of eggs for a week .
Why ?
You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer .
Oh , My God ! That's terrible .
Yes , so they are no longer being sold .
Then give me the ordinary ones .
You are expected to report for on-job training on the 15th of May . Will you be there ?
Yes , I will . I hope I'll enjoy working with you .
What kind of reading materials do you like best ?
I am interested in science fiction .
I was wondering if you wanted to go for a walk with us .
I'm afraid not . I'm sick . I have a fever but I'm cold , and I threw up earlier .
Oh , man . I hope you get to feeling better .
I would feel better if you came over and took care of me .
OK , then . I'll be there in a minute .
( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ?
I'm in the bathroom .
What took you so long ?
Gross . Diarrhea ?
It's not so bad .
OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you .
It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax .
Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time .
Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order .
Are you sure you want to go ?
To the restroom ? I have no choice .
A meeting will be arranged to negotiate the relevant stuff .
That will be good .
Thanks .
Sorry , Becky can ' t come to the phone right now .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
I ' m Jack . What ' s your name ?
Laura .
Do you like this place ?
I don ' t think it ' s very nice . And my father doesn ' t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here .
How often ?
Well , we come here almost every month .
Who ' s that ?
It ' s my mother . She ' s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father .
Do you like swimming ?
No , I hate swimming . I prefer playing tennis .
Does she know how to speak Spanish ?
She knows how to speak Spanish and Japanese .
Wow ! ! !
And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball .
That's terrific !
But there's one thing she's not good at .
What's that ?
She's not good at remembering things . We have a date , and she's an hour late ! !
To think of it ! All my old silver ! It meant so much to me .
And my new car . To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car . That's what hurts me most .
What's so terrible too , is the fools we've made of ourselves .
I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us .
I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ?
And his story didn't even hold together . I feel such an idiot .
Thank you .
By the way , hold your bag in case you vomit .
For us , karaoke is becoming a popular entertainment .
Yep . If you are a good singer , your audience will feel comfortable , right ?
I can not agree with you more . And if you are an awful one , that will be funny .
I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter .
Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ?
So tricky !
It's business , Dave .
I know , I know . Kill , or die , right ?
Right . The faint of heart should not apply .
I really feel sorry for that rhumba boy if he ever identifies himself .
So do I .
what would it be like ?
well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me .
how many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t
how many bedrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
how would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b
how many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
nothing
But you ' re crazy about him ?
Yes , I am .
Why don ' t you run off with him ? What are you waiting for ?
I don ' t actually know him .
Really ?
I only know him through the ... you are not gonna believe this .
Oh , let me guess . Through the internet ?
Yes .
Hmm . You ' Ve got mail .
What are you majoring in ?
I major in Japanese .
What do you think of the literature course ?
It's very helpful . The course has let me into a new world of literature . I read so many great literatures .
OK , I see . Thank you !
You're welcome ! By the way , you'd better booked in the Internet or the telephone next time and then you kow whether there are rooms available or not .
I see , thank you very much !
It ' s very kind of you .
Smoking is harmful for your health .
I know . I ' ll try to give it up .
This bus ride is taking forever .
I know .
Did we miss our stop ?
I'm not sure .
Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ?
I don't know . We may have missed our stop .
Are you serious ?
Yeah , we did miss it .
I can't catch the bus with you anymore .
Sorry .
Oh , how nice ! There are bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
That is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
I couldn ' t be happier to know that he ' s our new President .
I know ! He just made history !
You voted for him , right ?
I did . Did you ?
I voted for him .
I am so happy that he is our new President !
So am I .
I hope that he brings change to America .
I have faith in him .
I have faith in our new President .
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I will like it better .
OK , maybe you can try this one on . It's yellow .
Which fees ?
Overdraft fees .
You will be required to pay a small fee for every time you overdraft .
How much is the fee ?
You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft .
That ' s a small fee ?
It should stop you from overdrafting .
You would think it would , but it most likely won ' t .
Can I help you with anything else ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
I must be off now . I'm pressed for time .
See you .
Fine , thanks . I am Wang Lin .
Glad to meet you , Wang Lin . I am Mary .
Is this your first time in Beijing ?
Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred .
Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me .
Great . I would like that .
Tomorrow is Friday . It's going to be the weekend .
We're busy on weekdays , but we'll have a good rest at the weekend .
We'll meet again in a few days .
What's he doing ?
He's checking bags . He ' s an official in the customs .
I am calling to tell you some issues about the interview .
The volume is too loud . Would you kindly turn it down a little bit ?
Yes . I think it is now a moderate volume .
Cool ! Can I come ?
No . The front seat folds down all the way so there's just enough space for the skis ...
But not enough space for me ?
Not unless you lose about 100 pounds ...
Billy ...
It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area .
Really ? In New Berlin ?
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a " tornado watch . " That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a " watch . "
And the second stage is called a " tornado warning " .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a " tornado warning " . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean " a loud train " ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
pretty good . My colleagues seem alright . So far everything is great .
that's nice . What do they have you doing over there ?
well , I work in the marketing department . The corporate culture is totally different from my last employer . Before , when I was assigned a task , I was totally on my own but here most of the work is don
that ' s really good . It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work .
indeed . Team work is highly valued in this new company . I like our boss too . He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation . He's highly respected by all his employees .
that's great , that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees . I wish my boss was like that .
true , take my former supervisor as an example . He was extremely controlling and overbearing . He always had to micromanage everything .
well , now you don't have to worry about that . This new place sounds really good .
yeah it is .
Well , first of all , the taxi that was taking me from the client's office to the airport broke down on the freeway .
Oh , no .
Yes , and the driver didn't speak any English or Chinese and he didn't have a phone on him-can you believe it ? - and his radio didn't work . So there was no way he could get in touch with the office to get them to send another taxi .
So what did you do ?
Well , I actually thumbed a lift .
You what ?
Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport .
Wow , good for you .
Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight .
Oh , no !
Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok .
You really have bad luck , don't you ?
Seems like it .
Unexpectedly , a girl threw a bucket of water on me .
She wished good luck to you .
The Dai people are enthusiastic .
Yes .
May I buy a ticket here at the station ?
Sure .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
No , that's OK . How much do I owe you ?
That'll be ¥ 150 .
Then why did you leave ?
My reason for leaving is that I wish to get into the advertising business .
What have you learnt from this short experience ?
I've learnt a lot about business knowhow . I got to know what kind of knowledge was needed in my future work .
No , not at all . His examples are really interesting .
So they're easy to remember .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
Two hundred and thirty yuan .
I'm afraid I haven't got enough money on me .
You can come later .
What's the time now ?
It's half past seven .
I want to know at what time you close .
We offer 24 - hour service .
Oh , that's great ! Thank you .
You are very lucky .
We cannot expect politics to be true anyway .
Exactly .
You are really career minded .
My boss promised to pay me double time .
Well , experience is not important in this job . We are looking for a man we can train to be a teller . By the way , do you like to work with figures ?
Yes , I liked math in school .
We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures . Do you like meeting the public ?
Yes , I enjoy working with people .
We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ?
Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ?
Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn .
That's good answer . I appreciate your being frank .
( The hair stylist cuts the customer's hair . ) Almost done . I just have to even things up a bit . ( She shows the customer the results . ) Will that do ?
Looks good .
Would you like a shave ?
No , thanks .
Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming .
Thank you .
Yes , here you are .
Let me have a look . Everything I do I do it for you ,  Unchained melody ,  My heart will go on . Oh , and I ' d like to try Everything I do I do it for you .
Let me play it for you .
Is it easy to locate it ?
It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well .
I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn .
I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English .
That's really my pleasure to listen to a Chinese song .
Would you like a drink ?
No thanks , I'm not thirsty .
Dinner will be ready at six . Are you hungry ?
Not really .
Oh . Did you pick up the suits from the cleaners ?
Yes I did .
Good . Are you going to the pub tonight ?
Yes . I'll be back at the same time as usual .
Yes . In that case , you should connect the operator and he will connect you with the one you want .
Well , what is the operator's number ?
543210 .
Fine . Thank you .
Yes . I made it this afternoon . Would you like some more ?
OK , just a little though . I'm really full .
Oh . Would you like some soup instead ?
What kind is it ?
Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ?
No . This is my first time . How does it taste ?
It's good , try it . What do you think ?
Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ?
Yes .
You're a really good cook .
Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us .
That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ?
No , I learned by myself . I have a good cook book that I read when I have time .
I'm not quite sure yet .
How about you see a movie with me and my friend ?
What movie are you and your friend planning on watching ?
Not sure . Is there a movie out that catches your eye ?
No good movies come to mind .
Have you decided whether or not you would like to go ?
No , thanks . Maybe another time .
For sure another day .
I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road . It is very close to your house .
Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ?
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
I'm finished .
I will also need your driver's license ; hand me the filled-out form , please .
OK , the form is all filled out .
Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ?
No , I have no idea what they are .
Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout .
Yes , right .
Great ! You are all set to enjoy the library .
How do you want your hair cut ? Any particular way ?
I'd just like a trim and don't make it too short .
How about the sides ?
A little trimming , please . Trim a little more above the ears .
Putting on mascara .
Nasty . You'd better not rub your eyes .
I won't .
And you'd better not cry or you'll have black streaks running down your face .
I suppose skiing is easy for you .
No , quite the opposite . I thought I'd never stop falling down . Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better .
I see . Do you ski often ?
Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night .
That sounds great .
Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ?
Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg
Don't be so frightened . It's just a skill .
It is cold on the mountain . Have you packed the windshelled clothes and bodywarmers ?
Of course . And I have also packed two umbrellas just in case of raining .
You are so thoughtful . Do you think our tent will be working well ?
Of course . I just bought it last year .
What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ?
Yes , I did . Don't worry .
Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us .
Yes . You think a lot , too .
Well , I need a hand with the fax machine . My fax is not going through .
I ' m kind of useless in that area , but I ' ll take a look at it .
Ah , thanks .
Yes , I liked it , too . Did you like the acting ?
Yes . I thought it was excellent . Didn't you ?
Not really . I thought it was disappointing .
It's a nice cinema , isn't it ?
Do you think so ? I don't like it very much . I found it rather uncomfortable .
What can we do ?
We must keep developing our economy and unite with other developing countries to fight against it .
I have an AIR pass card and I want to withdraw money from the bank .
You need to go to the Allied Irish Bank which is near the local shopping centre , Dunned Stores .
How do I get there . I have no knowledge of this area .
Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left .
It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ?
It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish .
Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ?
You will be going northwards . You are now in the the Western part of the city and the Allied Irish Bank is situated in the North East . Here's a rough sketch of the area .
Yes , it's perfect !
He's diving for the gold .
Are you kidding ? $ 100 for this big leather sofa ?
Yes . I bought it in Johnson thrift store .
Is it a used one ?
Yes , it is .
Oh , I don't think I will buy a used sofa even it looks so attractive .
Do you know what kind of scent she usually wears ?
She usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No . 5 . But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance .
OK , here are some of our most popular perfumes .
Which one would you recommend ?
Personally , I quite like the new perfume from Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ?
That smells great . I'll take one bottle , please .
Would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
It's OK . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I don't know what shade to buy .
How about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of lipstick .
She doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big .
How about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger .
No , thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is .
I know what she would like-some whitening cream .
No thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , not lighter .
Will that be all then ?
That will be all . You've been very helpful , thanks .
I see , here it says KM509 .
Exactly , if we accept these it could cause a lot of problems in our record and our accounts system because the numbers don't match .
Yes , I see what you mean . You need to reject these documents .
A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered .
Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ?
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space , all this takes time you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB
You can rest assured of that .
Great . I shall also need a copy of your own ID and the Warrant Letter , you can fill in one here .
Oh , I see .
Next time , you can get one from the counter over there . Or before you come in , you can download one from our website . It's really easy .
Sorry , we have two Smiths , Robert Smith and James Smith , which one would you like to speak to ?
I ' d like to speak with Mr . Robert Smith .
He is on the line .
Yes . of course . May I have your name and your room number , please ?
Wang Wei , Room 1202 .
OK , Mr . Wang , here is your bill . The total amount is US $ 120 .
The figure seems right .
How do you wish to settle your account , sir ?
By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ?
We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa .
Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are .
Thank you . Would you sign here , please ? Here's your receipt .
No , I'm going to leave the office early today . My annual medical check-up is this afternoon .
How much longer will Mr . Schmidt be up in the mountains ?
He's on a weeklong meditation retreat and won't be back until this weekend .
Well , actually in most cases we don't talk about special deals , but since this one is so new I will listen to what you have to say .
We want to make this a trial order . If we can sell all the products in two months , we will pay for them ; if not , we will send them back to you .
I can't agree to that . My company will have to pay for both sending them and bringing them back .
We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality .
OK , I agree . But the repeat order can't have the same terms .
Really ? So what ' s the news ?
Not too good yet . Better than I was though .
It's snowing heavily . What about taking a walk ?
Seeking plum blossoms with stepping on the snow ? That's a good idea . Let's go !
What a heavy snow !
Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground .
I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much .
Yes . Very wonderful .
Do you smell the sweet scent ?
Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms .
The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the hard coldness .
Now you can go to the in-patient department to go through the admission procedures .
OK . I'll go right now . By the way , do you think I ' ll have to stay in the hospital for long ?
It's hard to say . It depends on your recovery condition . But you need to stay for at least one day for observation .
Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye .
Bye !
Don't stay up late .
But Day . I'm not sleepy .
Well , honey . Turn off the light , lie down and go to sleep .
That's a good question . You know I love hip hop , so maybe we can play some Vanilla Ice songs .
Hmm ... Vanilla Ice ? I know his most famous song , " Ice Ice Baby , " but I don't know his other songs .
That's OK . You can buy his songs on iTunes and listen to them .
Certainly , a beer . Here you are , sir .
Oh , darn . Look what I've done . ( Spill the drink )
Don't worry . I'll make you another on the house .
I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary .
That ' s a good idea . You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job .
I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die .
I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension .
That ' s one of the conditions of my policy too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire .
Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy ?
Yes , I did . It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy . The insurance company need to assess the risk .
All right . Single-room or double-room ?
Double-room , please . It's for an American couple .
Hold on , please . Let me check the bookings . Yes , we have double-rooms available . What kind of room would you like , sir ?
I'd like a room with a nice view , please .
We have a nice garden-view room .
Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ?
Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning .
Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ?
888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . " Northern Star " buffet ! What's there arriving time ?
They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday .
I see . May I have your name and phone number ?
Yes . 6710121 3 . Benjamin .
What do you think of it ?
Well , honestly speaking , I went to watch it out of curiosity . I ' d say it ' s really a special art form .
I couldn ' t agree more . Actually , I ' m a Beijing Opera fan .
Really ? Good for you .
I see . As you don't have a long history with us , we will have to check your credit rating with your previous bank before we can promise any loan to you .
Yes , that's fine . My credit is good ; I banked at my former bank for many years .
May I ask why you decided to switch your account to us ?
Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy .
We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin .
I have everything right here . I'll let you go through that and come back . I'd like to have a good read of your materials to make sure I make the right choice .
The Grand Hotel ?
Yes . Do you know where it is ?
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
Oh , really ? Do you know which company they are from ?
They're from Schnitt's of Rudesheim , Germany . Would you like us to check them ?
What's the charge for that ?
It's 150 RIB for the service .
That seems pretty reasonable . Thanks .
Okay , I'm putting together a report on the Allied Marketing Co . failure , and I seem to have run into a stone wall . Can you help me out ?
Well , I can try , what do you need ?
You were there when the problem started . I was hoping you could fill me in on the details .
Sure , no problem . But I need something from you .
Name it .
I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready . Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ?
All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem .
That works for me .
Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office .
Here's a print out of the study , and this is a disc with the full report on it . The file name is product study , this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it .
What are the advantages of buying online ?
Sometimes you can save money and you can find things that you had difficulty finding in a store . sometimes it's just convenient , like doing it late at night and sometimes it's just fun .
The idea of doing it at night is interesting . Maybe I'll try it some day .
What kind of dance do you like ?
I like rumba and tango .
Great . I am not interested in Chinese chess . It is too difficult for me .
You can learn Chinese checkers or military chess . Both of them are much easier .
OK , I will try . As for stamp , don't you think it is an expensive hobby ?
Yes , it is . But it is full of fun and knowledge . What about you , what do you like to do as hobby ?
I like gardening . I take care of them everyday . I like those flowers and the swing in my garden . If the weather is nice , I would like to lie on the lawn .
Sounds pleasant .
It's 8736 . Here is my key card .
A minute , please . It's 6212 yuan all together . Tax included .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ?
Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ?
Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ?
Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock .
Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir .
Thank you .
Mick ! Nice to hear from you again . How are you ?
Fine , thanks . And you ?
Oh , not so bad . I've been very busy , but I'm going away on holiday soon .
Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . .
New house ? Really ?
Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ?
Well , that depends . When is it ?
This Saturday evening .
Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ?
Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long . Well ? What about it ?
All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house . What would you like ?
Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary .
But I'd still like ...
Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time !
Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ?
Come any time after eight . All right ? .
Yes . Oh . by the W ..
Bye ! See you on Saturday evening .
Wait a moment , Mick . You haven't . . . Mick ? Are you still there ? You haven'tgiven me your new address . Hello ? Mick ? Hello ?
Which city did you like better ?
That's hard to say ... I think Ottawa is prettier . It has better sightseeing , too . A lot of museums and galleries .
And what's Montreal like ? What did you think of it ?
Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping . The stores are cheaper and more interesting .
Which one has better nightlife ?
Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs . They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada .
Well , I've always wanted to see Vancouver . I've heard it has the most beautiful views .
Yeah , you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed . These copies are so dark , I can't make out any of the words .
What about that one ?
This one ? This one is so light I can barely read it . How can that be ?
You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem .
Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable !
I guess the fax machine is out of paper , too . Don't worry , I'll have someone look at it this afternoon , and in the meantime , I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine .
Oh , I just noticed that I accidentally brought you your friend's breakfast .
I can just trade with him , thank you .
And pancakes for you , sir .
I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles .
I am sorry that I misheard you .
Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs .
I will get straight back to you with your waffles .
I would appreciate that .
Are you still mad about your nose ? How is it ?
I'm serious , Zina . Back off . I have a bottle of pepper spray in my pocket .
That won't be necessary , Elvin . Look , I want to apologize for your nose . I'm sorry .
Why are you being so nice to me ? Don't think for a second that I trust you .
I don't have any idea what to cook .
How about making a teriyaki bowl ?
Can you tell me how to make it ?
All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice .
Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ?
All you have to do is cook some white rice .
What do I do after that ?
Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce .
What else do I have to do ?
All that's left is to cook it .
My teacher had a sudden stomachache , so the class was cut shot . You ?
Me what ?
You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual .
It's not for us .
Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair !
Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang .
What was that again ?
It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help .
I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help .
Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking .
I'll get knee to knee with her .
Good boy . I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you .
Yes , we do . We also eat a lot of lamb .
Yes . I ' Ve heard that people in your country like to eat lamb chops .
That ' s right . They taste so good . We eat them with mint sauce . Have you ever tried them ?
Yes , I have . I tried them when I visited your country last year . I thought they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
I certainly can . If I can get some from the butchers , I ' ll cook them for you .
That sounds great . I ' ll boring a bottle of wine .
But that should not be the reason for you to lose heart .
I ' m at the end of tether . I run out of ideas .
What does she do for work ?
She's a lawyer .
Is she American ?
No , but she speaks English fluently .
She's really tall . Do you know her ?
Yes , I know her . We're friends .
Who's that man standing next to her ?
Which man ?
That short guy on her right . What's his name ?
Oh , that's Matt .
He's really good looking .
Yeah .
Do you know him ?
I don't know him , but I think my sister does .
Is he married ?
Yes , he's married .
I remember now . I met him before .
What's he studying ?
He is finishing up a special continue education program for executives . He can continue working , taking a few of classes here and there , and in 2 years he will complete his MBA .
Sounds like a tiring schedule . He ' s probably got a lot of homework too , eh ?
The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him .
Why is that ?
He just has his secretary do his homework for him .
I'm sorry , I didn't even notice it .
You didn't see it ?
I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it .
That's true . Those bushes are a problem .
I swear that I didn't mean to run it .
I can understand why you didn't stop for it .
Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ?
Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning .
Thanks a lot .
No problem . Next time , just pay closer attention .
Thank you .
I'm sorry to have kept you waiting . Mr . Jones needs a telephone call from you .
Would you bring the message to my room ?
I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment .
Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately .
OK . We wait for you .
Have you heard what happened to him ?
No , what ?
He had his car stolen . Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car .
What do you mean ?
Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in .
Crikey . Where did this happen ?
In Taichung , I think .
Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there .
Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car .
So what happened ?
Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing .
That's terrible .
Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ?
So what happened next ?
Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away .
Well , he sure was lucky .
I'll say .
What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking ?
Stop producing cigarettes .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
Good . Is there any commission included ? We are commission agents .
As a rule , we don't allow any commission . However , as an encouragement for businesses , we will allow you a 3 % commission .
Ok . How about the earliest possible shipment ?
By the coming September .
Could you make an offer on FOB basis ?
Certainly !
Well , it is getting pretty late . I think we should go home .
You're right . I have to get up early to go to work tomorrow .
Let's see how much the bill is .
Don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat .
What are you talking about ? We'll split the bill .
No , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't .
No way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill .
Alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill .
That's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk .
Just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ?
You've got a deal .
Great . Bye .
Bye .
Cockroaches have declared war on my room !
Allow me to apologize . I'll give you another room right now , and a full refund for tonight .
Thank you for not asking me to collect the roaches in a jar as evidence .
Sir , only your mother wants to please you more than we do .
I really enjoy the beach in the summer .
I couldn't agree with you more .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's good ! I've also heard there will be a party held by the Students ' Union tomorrow evening . Would you like to go with me tomorrow night ?
I'd like to , but I'm afraid I can't .
Why ? Do you have to prepare for your examination ? Oh , come on , girl , relaxation is also very important .
That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week .
Oh , God , I've forgotten it .
You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you .
Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you .
They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot .
Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ?
It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us .
So you just talk all the time ?
Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us .
That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening .
You won't be disappointed .
Yes , it's me .
Do you have a cold ?
No . Worse than that . I have a flu . I'm in bed with a fever .
Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ?
I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it .
I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ?
Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon .
Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ?
Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out . Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that .
Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ?
I'm not sure yet . Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think .
It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside . Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep .
Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup . Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it .
That bad , huh ?
Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever .
Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley .
Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon .
Hope you feel better .
And it's calm . I like the peace .
Me , too .
Wow !
Do you like sports , Janice ?
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
For the job .
Good , which job is that ? We advertised several openings .
Oh ! It was for a market sale manager . Is that still available ?
Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ?
What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ?
We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application .
Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them .
I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone .
So you're a headhunter .
We're an Employment Agency .
But it costs an arm and leg .
I like it .
What happened ? Have you talked with him ?
Yeah . He told me that he has passed over in the election of monitor .
My car has a problem starting . Could you please take a look at it for me ?
No sweat . It ' s a piece of cake .
Are you sure ?
Absolutely . I ' m a great mechanic .
Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it .
Anytime .
Hmm Maybe you're right . But I can't stand all this green carpet here . And besides , I know how to paint . I will just cover everything with drop cloth . I won't get anything on the floor .
Are you sure ?
Yes , I'm sure I've done a lot of house painting in my life . And my mother was very picky . If I got even a tiny drop of paint on her furniture , she would get furious . So I learned to be very careful .
Alright . Then maybe we can do the floor first . These wood floors under this carpet are beautiful . And me too -- -- I can't wait to get all this old carpet out of here . But how can we get it out ? Do we have to hire someone ?
Absolutely not . We can remove the carpet ourselves . Carpet is held down with carpet nails . You just need to pull it hard and it will come up .
Great . Then , after we remove the carpet , we need to redo all the wood floors . Right ?
Yes . But we should hire someone for that . That will probably be expensive . And it has to be done right .
And then , after the floors are done , we can start to move our furniture in .
Sure . If we can get an appointment with someone to do the floors , we should probably be able to have the furniture in here after a week or so . I can get all the carpet out this weekend .
How are you today ?
I ' m very well , Thank you . And you ?
I ' m fine , thanks . How is Tony ?
He ' s fine , Thanks . How ' s Emma ?
She ' s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you .
Nice to see you , too , Steven . Goodbye .
Did you have the room checked before we move in ?
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly . The water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . ( After checking ) I ' ll turn to it right away . I do apologize . We ' ll change your room to 2002 .
That ' s not bad . Thanks for your help .
It ' s my pleasure , Madam .
Yes , I know . I must get my traveler ' s check and some foreign currency .
Yes , you need the traveler ' s check but you needn ' t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ' t need them .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Do you have a clear career path to follow ?
career path ? I'm not sure .
what kind of job do you want after graduation ?
I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ...
wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ?
I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ?
yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal .
I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career .
no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working
thank you so much for your advice . I'll think it over .
it's always rather congested down there during rush hour . Maybe you should try to find a different route to get home .
I don't think it can be avoided , to be honest .
perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work .
I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good .
it would be better for the environment , too .
I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city .
taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well .
the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car .
well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides .
that's true . I could certainly use the exercise !
so , are you going to quit driving to work then ?
yes , it's not good for me or for the environment .
Hey , great set of wheels .
You like it , huh ?
Who wouldn't ? Wow , that's out of this world .
It is special , isn't it ?
Yeah , too cool . How much did they sold you for ?
Lots . Looks like I'll have to moonlight for the next two years .
I can imagine .
Hey , let's go for a spin . You can try it out .
I'd love to .
Ok , let's go .
I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ?
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Western food .
Here is the menu . Take your time .
Well , those do leave will soon find out the grass isn't as green on the other side of sense as they thought it was , I know Sunburst is suffering from inbreeding .
Inbreeding is a big drawback from snitching most of their employers from one or two companies .
With Susan leaving , we should probably look to someone new on board .
Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people .
Maybe we should start shopping around the competitors people .
But I still think AC milan's defence seems better organized .
But the Brazilian is tougher .
Kids are kids .
I think you can give me some advice . You have worked here longer , and I just want to know what you think .
I'm glad to help you . But what is it you want to ask about ?
I am worried about the meeting this morning .
Why ? I think the meeting went well .
Really ?
Yes . But what are you worried about ?
I'm afraid I was too rude .
Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ?
Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry .
I understand . But really you weren't rude at all . You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that .
Really ?
Yes .
But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that .
You mean because you are a woman ?
Yes . And he is the president of the company .
Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond . He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all . He appreciates people for their ideas . And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women .
I am very happy to hear that , Karen . It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company .
I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs .
Good . Thank you for telling me this .
Any time . If you have a good idea , don't be afraid to speak up . This is a company that appreciates initiative .
All right . How much do you need ?
One thousand U . S . dollars .
One thousand U . S . Mm hmm . And are you going to pay cash ?
Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account .
All right . Now can I have your passbook ?
Right . Here it is .
Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ?
Mm . In hundreds , please .
Can short messages reach them ?
Short messages will be kept in the short messages center . Once they open the handsets they will receive them , which is better than you can't find them .
Why haven't I thought of this skill ?
I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge .
I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ?
I almost can't live without messages , from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations .
May and Daniel often like this kind of weather .
Yeah , they can enjoy themselves in the day time and it is not so hot .
Honey , how about taking them to the beach this weekend ?
That's great !
Since last time we've climbed the mountain , we haven't gone out for a long time .
And this kind of weather is rare for the season either .
Yes , I remember last year this time , the weather is so hot .
So we must seize this chance to go the beach .
Daniel loves the beach very much !
He will enjoy himself this weekend .
There ' re some problems in my apartment . First , the faucet in the bathtub drips constantly .
Okay , I ' ll ask my plumber to come by and fix it today . What else ?
One of the burners on the stove doesn ' t work .
What ' s the matter with it ?
I can ' t control the temperature .
I ' ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ?
Well , there ' s one more thing . The telephone is dead .
I ' m sorry . There ' s nothing I can do about that . You ' Ve got to call the phone company .
Okay . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
What size are you looking for ?
A medium is fine for me .
How about this one ?
I don ' t like the color .
What color do you like ?
Blue .
How about that one ?
Yes . It ' s nice . Can I try it on ?
Sure . There is a changing room behind you .
Thank you . I ' ll be right back .
Do you have any advice ?
I think first of all for first-time students , coming and living on campus in dormitories can provide a certain level of security .
Anything else ?
Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus .
I will think over your advice .
Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck !
I really appreciate your help .
It was one of the best times in my life . It was tough , but I made it . I became a college graduate .
how did you feel when you graduated ?
it was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
what did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
it was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
how could it be ?
while seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
you didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
No , I didn't .
You should have , but have you seen any movies lately ?
That was an odd change of subject .
Maybe it was , but answer the question .
No , not recently .
I want to go to see a movie this weekend .
What's stopping you then ?
I don't want to go alone .
So , will you be at school tomorrow ?
No , I want to go to the movies instead .
actually , why don't we go there by bike ? We could get stuck in traffic if we travel by bus in such hour .
that's true . Cycling is good for our environment , too . Let me just get my helmet then .
is your helmet comfortable ?
not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
is that your new bicycle ?
yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
it's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
that's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
it's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
Really ? Tell me about it . What's it like ?
Oh , it's fantastic .
Where did you go ?
On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto .
What did you think of Tokyo ?
Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too .
Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds !
And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive .
And how about Kyoto ?
Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens . It ' s a very historic city .
How was the weather ?
I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October . It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity .
Sounds perfect . I can't wait !
Are you sure ? I'd be happy to pay the sale price today .
I'm so sorry , but rules are rules .
OK , I'll just check out a few other stores .
I'm sorry I couldn't help you .
Who taught you to put on make-up ?
It's me . I have studied make-up at a beauty shop .
Can you teach me how to do make-up ?
Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes .
What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ?
I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls .
How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ?
I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips .
How did you grow such long nails ?
You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time .
I ' m sorry . I didn ' t know that .
That ' s all right . Thank you all the same .
Why not ?
He is too unpredictable . He says anything that pops into his head . And then he forgets it all .
I got a job offer from Dell .
That's great . I thought you said you didn't get the job .
I thought I did bad on the interview , but I guess I was wrong . I'm so happy right now .
I bet . That's great news . I'm very happy for you .
Thanks . I feel like celebrating . Let's go have a beer . It's on me .
Sounds good .
Thanks . Stop here now .
OK . I hope you have a good trip . Thanks ever so much for your cooperation , Mr . Simpson . Give my best wishes to Mr . Green .
OK , I will . Goodbye and remember to look me up if ever you're in Paris .
Goodbye and all the best .
OK , bye for now !
Bye .
Late night ?
Yeah , I got home around two .
And do you have any questions ?
No . But the contract stipulates that I will teach 22 hours a week . Will you have thatmany classes for me right away ?
No , probably not . For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours .
But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month . Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours .
I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract . For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach . When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect . Is that alright with you ?
Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ?
I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs . We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us . We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient .
I can accept that .
Good . And your benefits will begin immediately .
Even my health insurance ?
Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow . And your free membership in the club starts today if you like .
I have a few questions about the free membership .
What would you like to know ?
Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ?
Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers .
What are bar vouchers ?
Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers . The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge . But we don't offer vouchers to employees .
But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant .
That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members . You get more benefits than they do .
So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract . But we won't sign it yet . That right ?
Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything . So that you understand the terms .
I understand . And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it .
I'm very pleased . We look forward to having you here , Miss Briggs .
Nice to meet you too . Let me help you with your bags .
Be careful , Tom . Those are pretty heavy .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
Don't be so jealous . He never speaks ill of you before me .
Very good . How much does each copy cost ?
Each copy will cost you a dime , sir .
A dime ? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel .
There aren't many things you can get for a nickel , sir .
Come on , Dad , I need thirty thousand . I wanna get into the market . You know , I ' m tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn , the inevitable recession , people stuffing their money in their mattresses . I look at this as an opportunity . This is a chance for me to get a jump start on building my nest egg .
I don ' t know about that ; with all the uncertainty in the markets right now , it would be a very unwise decision to invest . I don ' t know if you ' re aware son , but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently . There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months , and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy . There ' s just too much instability . I wouldn ' t feel comfortable investing in this climate .
But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity . And anyway , I ' m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example , they have 1 . 4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity .
Come on , son , you ' re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point .
Fine , then ! If that ' s the way you feel , so be it . But you ' re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ' m going to go hit up Mum for the cash .
Let me see . How about 6:30 at the gate of the club ?
Fine , see you then .
You'd better give up smoking . It's bad for your health .
You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
Yes , have you forgotten ? We have arranged to go to Mary's to watch some videos tonight .
Oh , I'm sorry I forgot all about it . Well , can I take a rain check ?
What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there .
I'm terribly sorry , Rose . But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me .
Certainly sir , would you like some rice or noodles with that ?
Just some fried rice please .
Ok , would you like some soup as well ?
No , thanks .
Thank you very much . Your food will be ready soon .
I know what you mean . I'm so full that I can burst . Shall we go then ?
I'm all set . Thank you for the dinner , Jack .
You are welcome .
Is there any special brand you'd like ?
Yes . I would prefer Nike .
The franchised store is on the second floor .
Thank you .
Managerial staff is anyone who is in a position of authority or responsibility , or who has anyone working under them . It includes all supervisors and department heads .
What about the senior account managers ? Do they count ?
No , they are in a position of leadership and have more experience than normal account managers , but they do not directly supervise others . They are not members of the managerial staff and will not be included in our training .
Yes , I can't sleep well every night .
You should get plenty of sleep .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
Yes , I agree , but still a lot of people watch it .
But I don't think much of it .
Why ?
It includes a lot of useful words and phrases .
I agree with you .
I know ! Well ... he said I ' m not pregnant . I ' m sorry if I got you all worked up over nothing . I want you to know that I didn ' t do it on purpose ...
Don ' t apologize ! From the moment I met you , not a day has gone by when I haven ' t thought of you . And now that I ' m with you again , I ' m ... I ' m just scared , Veronica . The closer I get to you , the worse it gets . The thought of not being with you , I mean , I just can ' t handle it ! We were made for each other , Veronica . You are my everything , my soul mate . What can I do ?
Just hold me ... I ' ll always be here for you , no matter what . And together , we can tackle whatever life throws at us . I believe in us , steven .
I ' m so happy to hear that ! I knew we belong together . I love you so much .
I can't work out this problem .
Let me take a look . Maybe I can figure it out .
Thanks . I really appreciate it .
Well , you heard right . You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here . We have great discounts for students .
I don't know much about computers . But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend--the Power Macintosh G3 . It comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
I want to find a new bedroom set .
Do you know where you're going to find your bedroom set ?
I have no clue .
There's no particular place that you want to look at ?
I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set .
I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like .
Please do .
I bought mine from IKEA .
Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ?
Not really , but you're paying for quality .
That's true . However at the Fair last March , people were so interested in Chinese garments that the demand this year will surely increase .
Do you think it will help if we appoint a local agent ?
I'm sure it will , if we are appointed your agent . Your garments are attractive , and we , a well-established importer with multiple sales channels , can boost the sales .
Well , we'll consider your proposal .
This dish tastes terrific . Would you like to try a little ? It is a little hot , but very good .
I like hot food , especially Sichuan cuisine .
Would you like another beer ?
I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me .
Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers !
Bottom's up , and you're right . This meal is incredible . I wish I had known this restaurant before . Thanks for bringing me here . I know I'll be back soon .
I think 2,000 would be enough .
Would you fill out this form , please ?
I don't want to make any changes to my old card .
If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner .
... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model .
Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now .
I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ?
We can certainly give you faster turn around , but it will cost you extra .
Like what ?
Basketball and swimming .
Yes , Sir . For how many people , please ?
Eight .
What time ?
Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ?
So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ?
Maybe not , thank you all the same then .
What you need to do is apply for an amendment on your existing L / C .
How do I go about that ?
You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this .
OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now .
Thanks . Yes ... that's all in order . What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank . As soon as we know anything , we'll contact you .
Well , I need to get some female stuff .
You mean stuff like tampons and sanitary napkins ?
Yeah . I didn't know what they're called in English .
Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket .
I'll keep that in mind .
I don't want to make a bad impression .
Come on over . This is your desk , and this is your time card . Be sure to clock in and out before and after you work .
I will .
One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat .
I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ?
Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ' ll have to return them to the company .
What's the extension number for my phone ?
The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that .
Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ?
Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business .
I understand .
When you settle down , I'll show you around and introduce you to the department managers .
Oh , but I can't . It wasn't my fault .
Maybe not , but I advice you to say it was your fault .
Like what ?
Well , they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K ?
Yeah , I know it sounds weird , but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement . Through a you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan . Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire , you can rest peacefully on your nest egg .
That ' s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ' t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that .
That seems a bit unstable don ' t you think ?
Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank .
I ' Ve been thinking of doing that lately ! I don ' t want some banker to run off with my money !
A candy bar for an appetizer and a piece of pie for lunch ! That's all junk !
This is good food , it has milk , fruit , grains , nuts ...
Sugar , sugar , preservatives , fats , more sugar , more fat , more preservatives !
At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ?
My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken .
There's the difference , your wife made it ! I have to make my own lunch !
That's no problem . There are 3 ways you can do this , firstly you can send the money account to account , or you can choose to send cash to account or you can send cash to individual . Which service would you like ?
I think account to individual would be best . But which is the quickest way ?
If you choose our Urgent Remittance Service the money can be there within 2 hours . There will be a 1 % handling fee and then you need to pay 12 RIB for the Express Delivery Service .
Right , that's fine . I'd like it to get there as quickly as possible .
I never know when to shake hands and when not to . Can you tell me something about it ?
Do you come from a country where they shake hands ?
Oh yes . Men , women , and children shake hands all the time .
It ' s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ' t .
But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too .
Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do .
That sounds easy enough .
Sure . Once you get the hang of it , it ' s a piece of cake ! It ' s nothing to worry about .
Thank you . Can you please put my luggage in the overhead bin for me ?
Of course .
Thanks so much .
I know it ' s so costly , but ...
No buts . The thing is to cut down your expense , Judie .
OK , I'll take a message .
Thank you .
No , thank you . I can ' t .
It ' s too bad that you have to leave so early .
Thank you very much . I had a really good time .
Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon .
That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ' s assuming you don ' t mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 .
ok , got it . I ' ll call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It ' s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon .
I hope so , too . Bye ! Ben .
What would you like to know ?
I want to become certified in computer programming . Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education ?
Yes , we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects .
How do I sign up ?
If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms .
Great !
It has been delayed .
Did they say for how long ?
No , but probably until there is a break in the storm .
So we can't really go anywhere , can we ?
I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates .
I brought some cards . Are you up for a long game ?
No wonder ! Who is the bridegroom ?
I don ' t know .
He's swimming in the cold sea . He must be very strong .
Sure he is . Winter swimming does good to health , I hear .
I couldn't go to school today , I was sick .
That's horrible . I'd be happy to give you the assignments from English class .
Thank you very much , that's kind of you .
Don't mention it .
When you miss a day of school , I'll be happy to give you the English assignments .
That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow .
I want to do everything I can .
Do you have clubs ?
No . Can I rent clubs ?
There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times .
What kinds of clubs ?
Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 .
I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me .
Okay .
I have chosen January as the month for this retreat .
January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays .
Yes , maybe another choice might be better .
I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains .
Thank you for thinking of that .
Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer .
That is a good idea .
I'll take care of taking the survey and get back to you with the answers .
I hope you'll see that we are really doing our utmost .
Please have a seat . I know our employment officer has already given you the information about your employee contract , but I ' d like to go over the main details again before signing the contract . First , you ' ll be getting a monthly salary , with one month paid vacation after one year of service . No probation is involved .
That ' s what I understand .
You ' ll be covered by our medical plan while on duty . Since you ' ll be middle-anagement , you , re expected to be available up to one hour past normal working hours . Any approved overtime that will be paid at time , which you can take as salary or time off .
Exactly my understanding .
A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ?
Yes , I have .
Do you have any questions ?
Just one . I noticed an item about flextime . Is that a possibility for me ?
Yes it is , but you ' ll have to discuss the details with your manager .
Good . Now , if you ' ll just sign here , you can start work in 3 days .
Just pulling up your information now . Yes , some documents arrived for you from Sapporo .
Oh great ! We've been waiting for those . Is everything alright with them ?
Actually , there is a problem . It's the goods description , it's a little different on the invoice , but this does happen sometimes .
No , everything has to be perfect .
No problem , I'll just get the form for you .
You will need to apply for one .
When will I be able to do that ?
You can do it right now , if you ' d like .
That ' s fine .
Please fill out this application .
Then what do I do ?
I just need to take your picture .
How long will it take for my passport to be ready ?
You will get it in a few weeks .
That ' s perfect .
That's fine with me .
What kind of sponsoring are we talking about ? I don't know how effective sponsorship really is ...
It's not what you're thinking . These events will give us a wider exposure than most . Take the tri-city marathon for starters . This is a highly publicized event . The television exposure alone will nearly double our customer awareness .
Other than the marathon , what else is on the list ?
We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program .
Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ?
It might seem that way , but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research . These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about .
What application materials should I take ?
You should take several resumes and some copies of your graduate diploma .
But I'm going to stay here only for two days .
I'm afraid two days isn't enough for you to see all the places of interest .
What shall I do then ?
If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent .
It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs .
You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want .
OK . I know what to do now . Thank you .
I'm not really sure . I don't like romance novels , but any other genre is okay , as long as the book's good .
Well , let me see ... This Stephen King novel is a real thriller .
Sorry , I forgot to mention that I don't like horror much , either .
That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ?
Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now .
There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend .
I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else .
How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done .
That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help .
Don't mention it .
The subscription fee is charged at a rate of 1 . 2 % . But for redeeming , a rate of a usual 0 . 5 % , we shall charge you 1 . 6 % if you apply to buy it after the fund-raising period .
So , it's going to cost me then ?
I'm afraid so , yes . There is always some risk on the buyer's part .
The time of departure will be announced as soon as possible .
What a nuisance !
What kind of food do you serve ?
We serve a great variety of popular Japanese dishes in set courses , and also many meat dishes .
I see . That sounds fine . Until what time are you open ?
We are open until 10 but our last order for dinner is at 9:30 pm .
Fine . Well be there before then .
Thank you , sir . We look forward to welcoming you .
What kind of internet is there ?
You can get DEL or dial-up .
Which of those two is best ?
I would recommend DEL .
So that one better ?
It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone .
What do you mean by that ?
DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is .
So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ?
That's correct . With DEL you can do both .
How is the condition ? How old is it ?
It has never been worn . It was too small for me so I'm selling it .
Why didn't you return the shirt or exchange it ?
I got it as a gift so I couldn't take it back . Good luck ! I hope it will fit you !
OK . Does your present employer know that you are going to leave ?
Yes . I gave her my resignation a few days ago .
Will she let you leave your present job ?
Yes , I think she will .
Why do you want to leave your present job ?
Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay .
I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ?
Yes . It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago .
Ok .
What did you think you were doing ?
I had to move it , so that I can get my bike through .
How dare you be so inconsiderate ? That's wrong .
I am awfully sorry . I didn't think you would mind so much .
Never do that again .
I promise .
As you know , we should work out cautious and detailed plan for our promotion , so as to guide our company to be successful in the new product , L-series .
That's right . And in my opinion , to push the sale of the new products is not an easy task .
I know that . I need to discuss this with Arden . And in his opinion , we should widen the scope of our ads , so newspaper and Internet should be adopted in this campaign .
Could you put it in detail ?
Well . We plan to contact www . on-line advertising . com . cn and Shanghai Morning Newspaper to discuss the advertisement schedule .
I think the idea is very good . In the promotion campaign , two or more media are used together , so as to draw customers ' attention and keep hold their attention to larger extent .
What kind of media do you recommend ?
I think TV is also an effective media , as long as our company is willing to spend more money on it .
Well . Arden just mentioned the paper and the on-sales . And I can talk about TV with him later , because TV promotion gets more and more popular among consumers .
I also think good advertising is essential to call attention to a product and introduce our L-series products . Meanwhile , ads are also the representation of the company's image .
I like them very much . We also eat a lot of vegetables in my country , buy we eat different kinds .
Which kinds of vegetables do people in your country usually eat ?
We eat a lot of sweet corn , broccoli and eggplant .
I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ' s quite expensive in my country , so I don ' t eat it often .
Why is it relatively expensive ?
Because we don ' t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries .
I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country .
We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ' s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket .
Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ' s very rare in mine .
A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables . Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years . I prefer to buy fresh vegetables .
What makes you think so ?
She's my sister , you know .
If the weather's fine .
I am sure it will be . It's been good so far this weekend .
I know a good place to hire bikes if you want .
Thanks . That would be really helpful .
But remember , be careful when you ride a bike . The traffic in Beijing can be dangerous .
What classes did you have ?
Well , I had English from 9 o'clock to 11 o'clock , art from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock , and math from 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock .
What do you think about the teachers ?
To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ' s so boring !
That ' s too bad . How was your English teacher ?
She was great . In today ' s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing .
Where is she from ?
She said that she ' s from a small town in the middle of America .
Were you able to understand everything that she said ?
Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ' t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her .
She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ' ll pass her class ?
Yes ... with flying colors !
What does that mean ?
It ' s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well !
If you like the class this much already , I ' m sure you will .
I hope so .
did she give you any homework ?
not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework ,
no wonder you like the class so much .
Oh , really ? Is it a good way ?
Yes , very good .
What advantages does it have ?
It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time .
Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap .
Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ?
To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways .
You mean there may be credit problems ?
Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided .
Will you give some suggestion ?
Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thanks . Maybe I will do business through Internet in the future .
I'm Michael Smith from Eale Corporation . Pleased to meet you .
My name is Phillip Hammer . I think we are related . Who is your dad ?
Jacob Hammer . He is originally from Holland .
That's my uncle . You're my cousin ! Hi cousin !
It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big .
It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ?
I always make time for family .
So , is it actually paper at this stage ?
Yes , it is . But we need to take out more water . So it then passes through a series of rollers , where more water is squeezed out . After that it goes through the dryers , which are at a very high temperature . The paper is then coated . And finally it's wound onto reels and cut down into smaller lengths .
They're beautiful . Taylor , you're so pale and skinny !
Of course I'm pale . It's just now the beginning of spring . I don't have my summer tan yet .
I guess . Are you sure you're taking care of yourself ?
I'm fine , Mom . Remember Holly ? This is her roommate , Yi-jun ..
great . Sweet wines are my favorite . They always make a great finish to a decisions meal .
do you prefer brandy or ports .
port , please .
excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor .
the port is exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ?
yes . You always have a good nose for wines .
next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine .
oh , what's that ?
it's made from naturally frozen grapes .
why not ? It sounds great .
oh , here's to your health .
thanks . Cheers .
cheers .
Would you rather I taught him a lesson for you ?
No , thanks .
Do you have any problem during the process ? You should speed things up .
I have little chance to communicate with colleagues when I have problems . They are always too busy to help a green hand like me .
Have you ever helped others when they are in trouble ? Most will give a hand to someone who has helped him .
I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me .
And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work .
I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them .
Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience .
Thank you so much .
And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge .
That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books .
We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books .
Well , I will do it better .
If you have any problem in your work , let me know .
Thanks very much . I promise I will work harder .
I have no idea . Do you think we're in a rut ?
What do you mean ?
Well , we do the same things every weekend . We go to the same restaurants . We see the same friends . You know what I mean ?
Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight .
Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue .
An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad .
I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ?
Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night .
Yeah , definitely , tomorrow night .
That must have been wonderful . Do anything interesting ?
Well , we went bungee jumping when we were in Australia .
Wow ! Isn ' t that dangerous ?
A little , but the rush was worth it .
Tell me about it .
We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us .
500 feet ! I would never be able to do that .
Yeah , It was scary , but exhilarating .
Well , you ' d better get another pair for work at least or you ' re sacking on the spot .
OK , you win . You pick the restaurant this time .
I ' m sorry that I was absent yesterday .
I ' Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ?
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
What's the problem ?
My brother in-law just dropped in from the states .
Yeah , and ?
I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake !
Why ?
He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile .
I guess you think twice next time he comes .
You can say that again .
So how long has he here for ?
Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming .
Well , I know you do the right thing .
Certainly , what day were you thinking of ?
How ' s Thursday ? Does she have any time available then ?
Um . . . let me double check . . . unfortunately , she ' s booked solid on Thursday , how does next Monday work for you ?
Actually , I ' Ve got something scheduled on Monday . Can she do Tuesday ?
Sure , Tuesday ' s perfect . May I ask where you ' re calling from ?
Sure , Merton Financial Advisors .
Oh , actually , Tuesday ' s no good . Sorry about that .
Tomorrow night , then ?
I ' d like to . But I ' m afraid I can ' t .
I ' m wondering if you like to go to the theatre then .
That ' s sounds great .
Ok . How about give me a ring , then ?
No . I ' d better not .
Why not ?
Because I don ' t think my husband would like it . Thank you for inviting me anyway .
All right , thanks .
You ' re welcome , ma ' am . I ' ll call you when they ' re ready .
How do you think the education you have received will contribute to your work in this company ?
I think I have a good understanding of fundamentals in the areas your company deals with , and I can go on from here to build up the specific skills and knowledge I need to do my job well .
Your graduation thesis was on Medical Application of Laser , right ? What were your conclusions ?
Yes . I did some work on that , and I found out some really interesting things about the conductivity of liquid helium . I was sure I had a great discovery until my teacher told me the same discovery already made twenty years ago . I think the most important thing , I learnt though , was the importance of keeping good records .
Well , the bigger the better , I think .
Look at this one . It's our biggest pan .
Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me .
Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum .
Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle .
Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle .
Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one .
That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ?
Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too .
I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is .
It looks as though everyone in line reads them , or at least looks at the headlines .
I think we picked the right line . This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others .
Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food .
I ' m glad . We have only about twenty things here , and I ' m in a hurry to get home .
You see . The wage is not paid yet , I am wondering if you could possibly lend me some money .
I am sorry . But I do not have any money to lend to you .
It's true , but she says she is tired of counting others ' money .
I guess you're right . I've tried stopping , but I just can't seem to quit .
Why don't you try smoking one cigarette less each day ? How many do you smoke each day now ?
I smoke around 30 each day .
Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far .
If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline .
Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition .
I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill .
Good idea . Remember to eat healthily too . The trainers at the fitness centre will be able to advise you on your diet .
Just a second . I'll see if I can find them for you .
Thanks .
Here you are . You must return them within a month .
What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ?
You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them .
OK . Thank you very much for your trouble .
No trouble at all . So long .
What university would you enter ?
University ? Why ? You asked me last year .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
My son , Harvey just got into Harvard ! He starts next September .
That ' s wonderful ! You must be really proud of him !
Mmm , smells good . Sure better than my instant . But please don't tell me this is another coffee-themed pitch . I thought I told you ...
... yes , but this one has an all-new buzz .
Yes , heavy starch in the collar , please .
Yes , sir . Your shirts will be ready by Thursday morning . Anything else ?
I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned . Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow ? It's urgent .
No problem , sir .
Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ?
We remain open from 9am till 8p m .
I see .
Here is your laundry ticket , sir .
Thank you . I'd like to get my laundry .
Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket , please ?
Here you are .
Yes , they are ready to go .
Can you sew on these buttons ?
No problem .
How much for the shirts ?
10 dollars .
Here is the money , keep the change .
Thank you , bye .
Will you be checking any bags today .
Yes , I ' d like to check three pieces .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' s absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
One of your brake lights is out .
Really ? I'm sorry . I did not know that .
I'm going to give you a ticket .
Why can't you just let me off with a warning ?
It's just a ticket .
How much is the fine ?
The judge will let you know .
I have to be at court ?
Of course .
All right . Just give me the ticket .
Dr Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested . Could you make it a quarter to two ?
All right .
No , you are just on time . We haven ' t really started yet .
Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
Yeah , why don ' t you do that , and then you can give me a call sometime next week .
Fine , Mr . Grant . Thanks for your time . I ' ll talk to you next week .
When viewing the Earth from space , do you feel detached from humanity or more a part of the totality of humankind ?
Detached . You're literally detached from one planet , captured by another . Your only link to reality is the Earth out there ; fortunate - 1y , it stays in view the whole time .
There're a lot of suspicions that the International Space Station is never going to become reality . Is it going to be some future project that never happens ?
I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground .
There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ?
I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell .
You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait .
If I were the man making the decisions , you could get in line tomorrow . I strongly support ordinary people going into space . Unfortunately , I don't think it will be in the near future .
I am calling to inform you that we're happy to have you with us . Welcome aboard , I'm sure your friend would have given you a lot of information of our school and its motto , ways of teaching , etc .
Yes . I am very glad to have the chance .
Aw , come on ; it was nothing . I'm just doing my job .
No , I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean , if I look back on your previous presentations , this is a huge improvement .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
Star Hotel . OK .
How long does it take to get to the hotel ?
About 20 minutes .
Here's the hotel .
How much is the fare ?
That's 10 dollars .
Yes , and I have already gone through the safety inspection .
In that case , please get your passport and boarding card ready . Just wait in the terminal for twenty more minutes . You will hear the announcement .
Thank you .
Where is the baby ' s mother ?
She is at the supermarket downstairs . She said she would be back in about half an hour .
My fax machine ' s on the blink . Would you take a look at it ?
Sure . I just need to do one other job first . How about if I come up around 11:30 ?
Could you hand me my wedge ? I'll try ...
Here you go . I'll wait for you to get on the green before I putt .
No . you go ahead and putt it out . Then I'Il go .
No way , Mary . I'm going to let you go first . I don't want the pressure of putting first .
Yes , of course . Here are all the tour routes we have to Italy .
How long does the route No . 5 last ?
2 weeks . Is that OK ?
We have just 10 days for the vacation .
I know nothing about Chinese food . Could you give me some suggestions ?
It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food , Shandong food , Sichuan food etc .
Is there any difference ?
Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy .
How about Sichuan food ?
Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently .
Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ?
I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor .
Thank you .
It's my pleasure .
To me English is a difficult language .
A second language is always difficult .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
OK .
Can you guarantee the quality ?
Yes , absolutely .
Where are the panty-hose ?
Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here .
Lots ! Have you done any research about the company ?
Nope .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
I am responsible for verifying your information before you come for the interview . What , uh , position do you want ... uh ... to do ?
Pardon ? Your way of articulating is too slow . Would you speak a little faster ?
Sorry , I am used to speaking in a slow pace , but I will try to be faster . What position do you want to do ?
I have been yearning for a job as a stewardess in an airline like yours .
Certainly .
I want to order a large birthday cake , several kinds of cold dishes , pastries and fruits .
Any drinks ?
I've got whiskey and brandy but I need some beer and soda . That ' s all .
I ' m sorry . I think you are calling the wrong person . My name is not Mr . Bernie .
What ? That ' s odd . I ' m so sorry if I ' Ve bothered you .
No problem .
Which season do you like best ?
Spring .
How about summer ?
I dislike it most .
Why ?
Because the hottest season is summer in a year .
But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons .
I was unable to make it .
How come ?
I was sick that day , and couldn't make it .
Well , here are the notes .
Are there any more ?
Sorry , here you go .
Thanks a lot .
No problem .
Just as what I said in my welcome speech , Mr . Ross's visit to our company is meaningful for both our two companies . Thank you very much for your visiting . We will miss you all the time .
During my trip here , I learned a lot and I get to know our choice of choosing your company as our partner is definitely right . I can feel and sense the potential of your company . And at last I wish our further cooperation will be sound and successful .
That's our pleasure . Mr . Ross , your visit leaves gorgeous memory here . And I hope Mr . Halmiton , the president of your company can also have the chance to visit our company soon . Remember me to him , please .
Of course , I will .
No wonder I haven ' t seen you recently . Where did you spend your holidays ?
I went with my husband . Our first stop was Bangkok . We stayed there for 5 days . Then we flew to Hong Kong , stopover for 3 days . Our last stop was China . We visited the Great Wall .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Yes ! We have all assumed that you were the quiet , shy type .
I guess everyone has a few secrets up their sleeve .
Where did you learn to sing like that ?
I was part of a band in school .
You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ?
Come on ! This is work . Don't you think that would be a little weird ?
She was the head janitor at St . Mary's Hospital for thirty years , after all .
I think she misses that job and wants to take it out on us .
You know , maybe she's just a neat freak .
I think she just likes to make us miserable .
You could be right .
Really ? That ' s so cool .
I ' m really lucky to do something I really love .
What station do you work at ?
I work downtown at station 24 . It can get a little crazy sometimes but that ' s what makes it challenging .
And how many bags do you have ?
Just one carry-on and one that I want to check .
You must be going to some island to relax in the sun where all you need is a swim suit and a toothbrush .
That's right .
Well , you have fun .
I will have fun .
But mine could be a lie for his job .
How did you know that ?
A little bird whispered to me . Keep that to yourself .
Let's not exchange any gifts at all .
You big scrooge !
Hear me out . We can pool the money and give it to a family who could really use it !
But you may have some trouble convincing the kids .
Actual 1y , it was their idea first .
Now we know that they realize the real meaning of Christmas .
Have you checked the fuse box ?
Yes , the fuse had blown and I've changed it but now the motor keeps cutting out .
There might be a loose connection somewhere that's making the safety switch trip . Check the settings on the trip-switch . If you can't fix it yourself , call in an electrician .
You know . I took part in the Chinese contest . I was the best and they gave me this reward . I don ' t have to pay for my trip .
Congratulations . How lucky you are !
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
I save money in a post office saving account . There used to be just one kind of account , but now there are several . They each have different conditions and interest rates .
You can buy things at post office that were never sold there before . You can buy sweets and chocolates , newspapers , birthday and Christmas cards ...
Post offices are still the place to go to collect welfare benefits , like unemployment benefit and child support benefit . The queue are very long on the days when people collect those payment .
My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection .
Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ?
I think it ' s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to .
I like being able to buy newspapers and magazines at the post office . It means that I don ' t need to go to two places
Certainly . Who should I say is calling ?
This is Tim . Hunter from Hunter industries .
And what is it regarding please ?
We have an appointment for this afternoon . Mr . Chen will know why I'm calling .
Of course , Please hold the line Mr . Hunter .
Should I accept their offer ?
There are two ways to respond . You can either come back with another offer or go with their counter-offer .
What if I make another offer , and they don ' t accept it ?
No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so .
I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer .
OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight .
How long before I find out what their decision is ?
By now , the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept . It will go quickly .
Oh , I have an elder sister . She is married .. Her husband is a businessman .
Do they live with you and your parents ?
No , they live alone .
Thank you . And where can I buy some delicatessen ?
The delicatessen department is on the second floor .
Thanks a lot .
I've decided to leave .
Leave ? Why ?
I've worked here for two years . And I want to do something different .
What do you mean by something different ?
I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language .
I'm really sorry . But I understand .
Thank you , manager .
Can you tell me what night you will be coming ?
We will be coming to your restaurant on Tuesday night .
What time will you be dining with us ?
Our first choice would be 7
How many guests will be in your party ?
Four of us will be coming .
Please just give me your name , and at 7
Great ! Our last name is Foster .
Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7
I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant . Thank you for your help .
Ground beef would be fine .
How many pounds would you like ?
Four pounds is enough .
What kind of ground beef do you want ?
I'm going to need extra lean ground beef .
I can get that for you .
Thanks so much .
You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you .
Thanks for everything .
So you didn ' t . Is that right ?
Yes . I ' m sorry .
Why didn ' t you just answer my question directly ? Why would Chinese answer questions this way ? I simply asked if you did it or not . It ' s a very simple question . And Chinese often give the reason before they would give a direct answer .
Yes , I ' m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ' t know why Chinese sometimes would do this .
You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ' s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ' t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer .
But you know if he brought it or not , right ?
Yeah , after all the explanations like , it ' s too heavy , I was in a hurry ... whatever .
What kind of things did you need to check ?
The most important thing was to check that we had the goods in stock . If the goods are in stock , we can deliver them immediately . I also had to check the price . This customer is very important , so they get special prices .
I see . Did anything else happen ?
I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and requirements .
It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client .
Yes . That ' s why we have everything on computer files . We don ' t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint from a client .
I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ?
Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour .
You certainly had a busy day .
That ' s not all ! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss . In the end , I finished everything . I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning .
They are E / D cards . All passengers except American citizens must complete these forms .
I see . But why do we have to fill out these forms now ?
It will save you much time when you clear customs .
Taiwan .
That'll be 64 cents .
Okay . Can I also have a sheet of 20 sixty-four-cent stamps ?
Sure . The total comes to twelve dollars and eighty cents .
By the way , how much does it cost to send a package to Taiwan ?
That depends on the weight .
I see .
Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep ?
I don't know .
There are many things I miss . You can't get the ingredients here .
Are you sure ? All the big cities have specialty shops , which sell all sorts of ethnic foods .
Perhaps . i just haven't had time to find them yet .
What section would you like to work in if you enter this company ?
I wish to work in the planning department .
What type of work will you expect to do at first ?
I expect to operate computers .
What are your plans for the future ?
I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future .
How long does it take to get here from your home ?
It's a twenty-minute bus ride .
How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ?
I ' ll work here as long as you expect me to .
You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ?
I ' Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work .
Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ' Ve had a child ?
I think so .
What ideas do you have if we employ you ?
Ever since I was a young girl , I ' Ve been clever with my hands . I ' Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ?
I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ' ll make my plan . And then I ' ll go with all my effort to see it is realized .
If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ?
I ' ll report it honestly . I ' ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail .
What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ?
People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ' t mind work over spare time if it is paid for .
What are your expectations from working on this job ?
Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing .
If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ?
I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ' t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher .
If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ?
I will feel it is a pity . But I will not feel so bad . I will go for other interviews until I am employed satisfactorily . Hopefully before I find another position , you will call me back .
I see . Are there any seats available ?
Just a moment , please . Yes , you can have a seat .
Good . How much is a one-way ticket ?
It's 38 dollars .
All right . Here's 40 dollars .
Here's your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate number 2 , please .
Thank you very much .
Don't mention it .
We can infer that the non-discrimination principle is one of the most important principles of TO agreement . This principle requires equal treatment of domestic and foreign enterprise . Does the principle also apply to domestic enterprise of different ownerships ?
Yes , it does . Domestic enterprises of different ownerships enjoy equal rights for the non-discrimination principle grants equal rights to enterprises , regardless of their nationality and ownership . I have found that although changes of China's economic policies are numerous , these changes are largely based on the most important economic principle ot TO agreement-non-discrimination principle . Such an understanding of principle of the changes may help us not only to have a good insight into the changes but also to foresee the tendency of the new changes of China's economic policies .
Yeah . It ' s a lot better than mine .
But I still get stuck on the different tones . It drives me crazy .
Hang in there . It ' ll all come together one of these days .
The Grand Hotel ?
Yes . Do you know where it is ?
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
Just one piece .
Can you tell me the features of your baggage ?
It's a big leather suitcase with my name ' Lily ' on it .
Don't worry . We will look it for you right now .
Thank you .
Well , you know how I am about exams . I'm a perfectionist .
Don't worry about it . All in all , you've done very well in school .
They ' re people I met during the trip . That ' s the ship we traveled on .
What a beautiful ship ! Who ' s this ?
That ' s the man I told you about . Remember ?
Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia .
That ' s right .
Who ' s this ?
Guess !
It ' s not you , is it ?
That ' s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home .
Why did you shave it off ?
My wife didn ' t like it !
These books over here are about ancient history . They might be helpful .
Can I check this one out ?
I ' m sorry . It ' s for reference only , so it must stay in the library . But you ' re welcome to look through it .
Ok . And I ' d like to check these books out .
All right . They ' re due back next Wednesday .
Thanks for your help .
Is the officer that pulled you over here today ?
He's here .
Tell me what happened .
The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't .
The officer wouldn't lie about that .
He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it .
There was no picture taken of your license plate ?
I don't believe it took my picture .
I'm just going to let you go .
I appreciate that .
I just got done voting .
This was your first time voting , wasn ' t it ?
I just turned 18 last month .
That is so lucky of you .
Why ?
You turned 18 a month before the election .
I didn ' t think of it that way .
Are you serious ?
Seriously , but I ' m excited that I did .
Congratulations on being a part of history .
OK . ( Several minutes later . ) Let's go into the school auditorium .
Now that take this seat . Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage ?
Yes . I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves , all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart .
That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life .
How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage .
He's going to make the opening speech .
Here you are .
Thank you . Oh , can I have another drink ?
Certainly . The service cart will be down the aisle again soon .
By the way , do I have to return the car here ?
No , you can return it to any branch of our company .
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
You can't say that ! He's a very knowledgeable person .
I can't see it .
I want to go camping , you know , just get a way for the weekend . I'm not sure I'll be able to , though .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ?
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
I am interested in your hardware . I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues . I think some of the items will find a ready market in France . Here is a list of requirements .
Thank you for your inquiry . Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ?
I will do that . Meanwhile , could you give me an indication of the price .
Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation .
What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice .
As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it .
You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help .
We'll discuss this when you place your order with us .
Yes , I was talking to a party . We were disconnected .
I'm sorry , sir . Just hold the line , please . Now the line is connected . Go ahead please .
Thank you .
What commission terms can you offer ?
Usually the commission is three percent of the net invoice amount after deduction of discounts .
Couldn't you raise the commission to five percent ?
Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ?
Then I'll accept it with thanks .
The company introduction , our mission , vision , various policies , insurances , pension plan , company ID , batch , telephone , e-mail set-up and training .
Quite a lot . All them one afternoon ?
Yes , it is not easy .
It is ok with me . I enjoy being busy and learning new things .
That shouldn't be a problem , Mr Fang . Have you got your Certificate of Use of Foreign Exchange Account and the Foreign Exchange Account Opening Notice with you ? Our most widely used currencies are US dollar , Japanese yen and Hong Kong dollar .
I need to open a US dollar account , trade with America is going up each year .
We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified .
Good , thanks . I look forward to hearing from you .
Based on your contribution , I would like to give you a pay raise . Your monthly salary will be increased by 800 Yuan . This increase includes an 80 % married increase based on your achievements and increase responsibilities and then the additional 20 % increase were reflecting the changes in cost of living .
I really appreciate it . Thank you .
I want to see some of the famous places like Eiffel Tower , the Seine River ...
And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum . You can stay there for at least a whole day .
That's a good idea . I almost forget it . What else ?
The night life there . It's so romantic !
Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ?
I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season .
Sounds exciting . I can't wait .
Sure . Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ' re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ' re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week .
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
Yeah , you look a little shaky . And pale . You seriously need some time in the sun .
You're like the tenth person to say that .
We're just worried about you , Taylor .
Whatever . I wish people would just leave me alone !
Well , I had a meeting today with a woman from Japan and she wouldn't stop bowing ! I didn't know what to do !
Did you bow back ?
No , I tried to shake her hand , but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended .
Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake .
But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ?
Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude .
Is that why she wouldn ' t look at me in the meeting ?
I think it's highly possible , yes .
The meeting really didn ' t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country .
That's a good idea . When you don ' t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone .
That's so true . It's great that we see eye to eye on this .
Yes . Just think the blue sky , sunshine , mouth-watering food , centuries-old castles - -
And the people were so friendly !
Yeah , we would have been lost without the help of the locals .
Do you still remember the small restaurant at the corner of the street ?
Of course . That was the best pasta I've ever had .
I ate so much that I wasn't hungry until afternoon the next day .
If only we could eat there once more !
Maybe we can come here again next summer .
Hope the restaurant is still there .
Hey , what's the time ?
Oh , my god ! Only two hours left before the plane takes off . We need to be at the airport now .
Don't worry . We can call a cab . It'll be alright .
I really enjoy the beach in the summer .
I couldn't agree with you more .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's exactly the way I feel .
Well , we could see something different like a detective film .
I don't care for a detective film . It also makes me nervous .
How about a comedy ?
No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful .
How about a love story then ?
No , romance is boring .
What's you opinion ?
Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ?
Really ?
Certainly . Is there anything wrong ?
No , but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie .
I think you deserve a promotion .
Oh , really ? Thanks a lot ... well , I still have a lot to learn , I guess .
Love sick . You know who she's in love with ?
I don't have the slightest idea .
Someone you're living with .
What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ?
Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack .
No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl .
The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him .
And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection .
Well , if you want to help your friend , you should do something about it .
Let me remind you of the specials of the day , which are posted on the board .
Oh , that all sounds so good ! Can we get the sauce on the side ?
Yes , we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs .
I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices .
Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice .
I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please .
That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner .
Please bring our salads to us now . We are hungry !
Then why not keep away from him ?
The problem is that I just have no one to turn to right now .
That ' s stupid .
Can I do that ?
Yes . Just go to the convenience store and ask for a SIM card . Then insert it into your phone .
I see . How much will that cost ?
Well it ' s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK .
Wow , that is cheap . Thank you very much .
Buying a house can be expensive , but there are ways to find cheaper houses .
Like what ?
Well , sometimes the city auctions offer houses to the community . You ' d have to make a quick decision about the offer in a day , but you would definitely save money doing it that way .
That ' s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ?
Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ' re pretty satisfied with it .
Is the house pretty run-down .
Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her .
Was it a very old house ?
It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ' t take a lot of money or time .
Is it in a good location ?
The area can be a bit rough in the evenings , but the neighbors watch out for each other , so it ' s ok .
10:30 . I'll pick you up at the hotel at 10:00 . : 10:30 .
Is she going to be okay ?
She'll be fine .
You are going to be a father .
What ? Do you mean that you are pregnant ? Is it true ?
Yes . We'll have our baby soon .
Oh , dear , I'm so happy .
Me , too .
Well , happy birthday . If it was sent yesterday using the usual service , it should be here already . You do have an account with us , right ?
Yes . Here's my card . Do you need my ID ?
Please . Just to double check all the details .
There you go .
Ok .
I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ?
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around two fifteen PM .
Yes , there is . See you then .
Why is it necessary ?
It's simpler and cheaper to arrange multi-model combined transportation .
I got Jacob . Any ideas what to get him ?
Booze !
Yeah , you ' re right . Can ' t go wrong with that .
No , we just don ' t usually admit it !
Well , thanks for the compliment anyway !
Yes , I did . I enjoyed it a lot . There was a folk singer , a violinist and a pianist .
How much was the ticket ?
I only paid two dollars for mine .
how about rock and roll .
to tell the truth . i don't like it , it's too noisy .
and can you dance tango ?
oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well .
don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ?
ok .
great . i am your lucky fellow then .
Very well , thank you .
Please take a seat . Everything would be ready in a minute .
Can you bring me a glass of orange juice , please ? I am quite thirsty .
Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better .
Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more , thank you .
Here is to our friendship and health !
Bottom is up .
Twelve . He ' s very sensible for his age .
But there's a bus every ten minutes , and you are over 1 hour late .
Well , I missed several buses .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
He's in the third grade Sam ! You see under each subject that he is being taught in school , he receives a mark from one to three . A one means his achievement or work is excellent . Here in Science for example he got a two , which means its satisfactory .
What about here in physical education ?
He got a three here which means it's unsatisfactory . We should work on that with him .
So confusing ! In my day we got an A or B if we were doing well and if we failed an exam we would get an F !
I used to swim a lot , but now I'm taking gym classes .
Oh , that's fantastic !
Yeah , child is the matter . Don't tell Jenny the truth , only tell her the white lie . When she grows up , you find the suitable opportunity to tell her .
I see . OK .
The number I am calling is 86-10- 4016-9988
What ' s the name of the person you are calling ?
Marty Smith . M-A-R-T-Y , S-M-I-T-H
Thanks . What ' s your name and phone number , please ?
My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 .
Thank you . I ' ll put the call through for you . Hold on the line , please .
Well , you'll see .
OK .
OK , an Englishman , a Scotsman , and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert , and they could only take one thing with them .
I see .
So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment .
Oh , that's funny !
Hang on , I haven't finished yet .
Oh , sorry .
Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . " If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , " he said . The Scotsman brought a map . " If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . " The Irishman had brought a car door .
A car door ? You mean just one car door ?
Yep . A car door . " Why the door ? " the others asked him . " Well , " he said , " If it gets hot , we can open the window . " Do you get it ?
Well ...
The best ... huh ? With so many companies out there , how did they establish themselves in such a solid position on top ?
First of all , they have an excellent benefits package for all employees , even the maintenance staff have health and dental coverage .
Really ? What about the pay rate ? Are the wages pretty high ?
From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives .
Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money .
It's a great place to work . They give you fair pay and benefits , and a lot of room to grow . I think if they off you a job , you should definitely take it .
Oh my god . Please save her life .
We ' ll try our best , but you'd better prepare for the worst .
I see , D . But I plead you to help her .
I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation .
How long do you expect her to live ?
About half a year .
Seven children ? That's a lot . Why did your parents have so many ?
Well , my mother came from a big family , and wanted to have one of her own . My father was an only child , and didn't really care about having a large family , but my mother talked him into it .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Yes , we must keep a clear mind with the tough competition .
It's the time to emphasize sense of crises .
You don't want to join him ?
Surely I want . It's quite popular nowadays .
Yes , and I want to have a try .
That ' s what I ' Ve heard . But as far as I ' m concerned , it takes a genius to figure it out . Can you pass the sugar , please ?
Sure . Why don ' t you sit down for a minute ? You haven ' t taken a rest all morning .
No way . I've given you too many chances already .
So-So .
I'm a graduate student here in mathematics . I've just come from China and I've never used a western library before . I'll be here for five years , so I'd like to learn to use the library as efficiently as possible . I wonder if someone might have time to show me around .
I'd be very glad to show you around , but I'm very busy right now . Could you come back about 3 thirty ?
Sure . 3 thirty this afternoon .
Good . See you later .
Thank you . Good-bye .
I think something is wrong with mine .
You'd better have it fixed .
What kind can I get ?
There is dial-up or DEL .
Which one do you feel is best ?
I would get DEL if I were you .
DEL is better than dial-up ?
It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line .
I'm not sure what that means .
Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL .
That'll make it impossible for me to use .
Exactly . With DEL you don't have that problem .
Specifically , I'm talking about the little things , like soap and shampoo .
Oh , now I understand ! So , you've already used up all your amenities ?
No , I'm not even halfway through my supply .
I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ?
What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ?
Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs !
There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs .
Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items .
I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now .
Sir , housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily .
You know , in a sense , a suits and ties are compulsory for male employees even in July , and no jewelry allowed for most of the female employees . Even the reasonable male leaf is returning the rule , isn ' t that strict ?
To some extent , it is . Anyway , whether they like it or not , they do give people a very good impression .
But it is unjust to judge a book by its cover . If they ' re not happy or comfortable with their clothes , they can be less productive .
I don ' t think we need too much in the way of soft drinks . Two super bottles of Cola should cover everyone . What about wine ?
Just buy a cask of wine . Have you bought ice yet ?
No , once I fill the tub with beer , I ' ll get the ice . The beer will be cool if you put the tub under the ice . The cooler , the better .
I think a bottle of champagne would be a good idea . It ' s appetizing and tasty .
Well , if you say so . Personally speaking , I ' d rather die of thirst than drink champagne .
Do you want it with everything ?
No . Don't put mustard in it .
All right . You have a hamburger without mustard . Anything else ?
Sprite with ice , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you .
I ' m sorry to hear about that .
Let me see , the buying rate is RIB 808 per $ 100 . How much would you like to change ?
$ 200 altogether .
Would you mind showing me your passport ?
Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ?
Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it .
That's correct . Thank you very much .
She must have done a lot of work on it .
You bet .
I see . Well , you have come to the right place . We have over one hundred models of more than twenty leading mobile phone manufacturers .
Sounds good . I don ' t want it to be too expensive , maybe something mid-range .
We have this new ETC smart phone . It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are .
What about Wi-fi ?
Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home .
One last thing . Is it waterproof ?
We send analysts to companies that run into financial difficulties .
What kind of clients do you prefer ?
Smaller local companies . We specialize in trade & shipping industry .
I used to work for a shipping company for six years , and I am quite familiar with some managers . Would your like to meet them ?
M , A , double R , I , O , double T .
Right . Got that .
The Empire Hotel .
Yes . But this one is full , you have to wait for the next one .
Well . I think I will wait .
He's tall and strong .
I can tell it from your build .
We found your samples very attractive . We ' re interested in buying your garments if your prices are reasonable
Our products are of good quality . Since the prices of textiles have gone up in the world market we've had to increase them on some items by about ten percent . If you place a large order it is possible for us to cut down the prices by five percent
Can I have a reduction of seven percent ?
It depends on how much you order
Can I use the FAS terms ?
I'd rather use the CIF terms . You ' re welcome to come to talk about it in detail with your general manager and sign a contract .
I want to change a new car . I like Honda best , especially the red one . But it is too expensive .
Oh , there is a car exhibition tomorrow afternoon . I have two tickets . Would you like to go there with me ?
Yeah . Maybe I can find my favorite car in addition to Honda .
And the bank will offer you loans for twenty years !
I found cockroaches in my room .
Cockroaches , sir ? That's unbelievable .
I've seen at least nine different cockroaches in my room .
Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ?
There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief !
I apologize . One moment , please , while I transfer you to my supervisor .
Really ? That's great that you found a school that puts your need first .
As well my company has been very supportive about my decision . They ' Ve cut back my working hours in order to accommodate my studies .
That's great . They must really be committed to staff development .
They are . We definitely see eye-to eye on my enhanced performance being a win-win situation for everyone involved .
That is your excuse .
All right , all right , I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon .
Not just today . Go exercise everyday !
All right , then . There is one at the new concert hall .
Who's playing ?
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
I'd like two twin beds , please .
The check in time is 2 p . m . If you get here before that time the room won't be ready .
That's fine . Do you have any specials for your guests ?
We offer a complementary breakfast buffet and free parking .
Good . Let me give you my credit card number to reserve a room .
Thank you . Your confirmation number is 611273 .
I can't accept your excuse . It's five o'clock .
But I have an appointment with Ann .
Ok , sounds good . But I think it's your trick .
Roman is living in Rome , of course . And go to work by car , or bus , or on foot .
I think the Romans do what everyone else does .
Certainly .
And Roman really loves life . He knows how to enjoy himself .
Not always . But they like good meal .
Really ?
How can I go there to have a taste ?
By air of course .
It's Saturday .
I almost forget .
If I were in your position , I wouldn't give up an inch .
I regret to say I can't accept your suggestion .
I ' Ve no idea . Nothing really .
How about going hunting with me ?
Wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll pick you up around 6
I ' ll be ready .
Would you consider it your favorite class ?
I don't know if I would call it my favorite , but it ranks up there .
What class was your favorite then ?
I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific .
I never took that yet . If that was your favorite , I think I will check it out .
Please ? I haven't eaten anything all day .
Look , I only have money to buy myself a burrito .
I'm so hungry , I could eat a whole cow !
If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ?
I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then .
Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat .
That's pretty messed up .
Why don't you just go home and eat ?
I don't want to go all the way home just to eat .
Well , I guess you're out of luck .
You liar , I saw you again in the inn . I bet you don't want to work at all .
I wouldn ' t be able to make it without your help .
Then keep up the good work .
Hello ? Who is calling , please ?
( No response )
Listen , I know who you are . If you call this number again , I ' ll call the police . You ' ll be arrested . I ' Ve got your number .
There is no need to be so frustrated .
How can you live without job in the future ?
Don't worry , you'll find a way .
What are they doing over there ? People keep on gathering there .
Did you notice the characters on the lanterns ?
Sure . But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters . What do they say ?
They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival .
Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it .
It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life .
Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth .
Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter .
There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ?
Let me have a look . Oh , no . They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene .
Chicken ! You're afraid I'll beat you .
Are you kidding ? I just feel tired right now .
Well , I prefer to go on the train , but I suppose you want me to take the car .
Oh , I much prefer to go by car , then we don't need to get to the station with our luggage and ...
And I've got to drive . You know I'm not fond of that . I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train .
Which is more expensive ?
But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train .
Now . Have you ever thought of going by express bus ?
I am interested in one-bedroom . Do you have any available ?
Yes , I have one . When you need it ?
Sometime around next week . What can you tell me about this apartment ?
Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it .
Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ?
Sure . What time would you like to come ?
How about 10 am ?
Good , May I have your name , please ?
My name is Blanca .
Thanks for calling , Blanca . I'll see you tomorrow .
She probably wouldn't even recognize me . She's probably married .
Yi-jun said Femi was talking about you . So get out there , Tiger !
Was she really ? So you're telling me there's a chance ?
Can't hurt to try . Carpe diem . Who can say if we'll be here tomorrow or not ?
Well , why not use buses or the MET ?
Well , it may not be that simple . Not everyone likes public transport .
Why not ? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains .
Well , I don't often use them , I wouldn't really know .
Thank you .
Sorry , but she's out .
Would you tell her Tom Gray called ?
I'd be glad to .
Sure , ma'am . Here you are .
Thank you . How much is it ?
25 yuan .
Here's 30 . Keep the change .
Thank you very much , ma'am , but we don't take tips in China .
I'll drink to that . Thanks for making this a night worth remembering .
Well , it's a special day . They say if you survive the first year , the rest is smooth sailing .
That's good to know . Oh , listen ! The band's playing our song .
I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ?
Always .
I am diligent and hard-working . Besides , I am good at both English and Italian .
Great . We will give you a chance to have an interview in our company .
But Mrs . Smith hired him to find her lost son .
Yeah . He's a private eye now .
I think it's 35 .
OK . I'll get it for you .
Hmm , I don't feel very comfortable .
Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ?
This is just right for me . I'll take this one .
Now dinner's ready . Let go over to the dinner table . Would you like to use the chopsticks or the fork and knife , Mr . Taylor ?
Oh , it's a real Chinese meal . When in Rome , do as the Romans do . I'd take the chopsticks .
Yes , hope you like it . Do you need beer or wine ?
Beer , please . Oh , there are so many dishes .
I'm glad you like them .. . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation . Let's drink to our friendship .
Let's hope for good cooperation between us .
Say , how would you like to be a dress designer ?
It's my dream .
He had moved and held a party on July 1st .
It's a pity that I was traveling around Europe at that time .
Even he's not coming back to school anymore , you still can call him and meet him on weekends .
You're right ! I will call him this weekend and meet him .
That's no problem . What exactly would you like to know ?
Well , I've been very busy recently and I'm having trouble keeping up to date with everything , so I just wondered what exact service you offer .
We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services , 24/7 , wherever you are .
That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for .
Now I come back to the hotel and try to show it to my friend , the pendant is broken , I'm afraid .
Oh , is it ?
Would you change it to a new one ?
Yes , certainly . You have the receipt ?
Yes , I do .
Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it .
Thank you so much .
Do you like the weather in Seattle ?
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
I ' m calling to offer you the position of computer engineer .
May I ask how much I can get every month ?
Your starting salary is 3 , 000 yuan a month , but if you work well we will put you on our regular staff after six months time and your salary will be raised to 5,000 yuan a month .
I thought the starting salary is too low .
What is the lowest salary you may consider ?
I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family .
That ' s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ?
No problem . Thank you for hiring me , I am very proud to be employed by your company and I will come in at eight o ' clock sharp Monday .
I agree with you . What do you want to do , except sleeping ?
Let me think . Oh , awful ! I still have not finished the chart which was assigned by Mr . Wharton on Friday . So that task will make my busy .
I am better . I will go out to have a visit to my aunt . Why don't we have fun on weekend ?
So what ?
I ' m afraid if the noise goes on , I shall have no alternative but to leave .
Sorry , sir . Believe me , everything will be all right .
Have you any aches and pains ?
Yes , my back aches .
I'll take your temperature . How long have you been feeling ill ?
It began the night before last .
You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom
Lots of people are ill at the moment .
It's this cold weather we're having .
Do you have an appointment ?
Yes , he knows I'm coming . Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock .
I wonder if Mr . Smith forgot your meeting . I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until 4 p . m . Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place . Will you please have a seat ?
Sure .
Yes , Mr . Mason . I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry . She said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She should be with you shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ?
That would be very nice . Thank you .
Right this way , Mr . Mason . We can start with our front office . When Ms . Terry is ready , you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor . There is a conference room already prepared .
You can contact me any time you need me . Bye !
Alright , see you .
What can I do for you ?
Do I owe any fees ?
You sure do .
Could you tell me how much I owe ?
You owe $ 235 . 13 in fees .
I can ' t believe that .
When will you be paying these fees off ?
I ' ll pay them off right now .
Cash or check ?
I will pay with cash .
How much do I need to pay for it ?
Nothing . The landlord pays .
Is there a mailbox in the apartment ?
Yes . Each apartment has one .
Are there any parking lots for the tenants ?
Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month .
Is there an alarm system in the apartment ?
Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago .
Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ?
Of course we do . It is the landlord ' s responsibility .
Are smoke detectors provided ?
Yes .
Yes , it suits you very well . It certainly is unique . I don ' t think I ' Ve seen anything like it before .
I know . That ' s why I bought it . I hate wearing the same styles like everybody else is wearing .
And the necklace , it matches your dress marvelously .
It ' s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact .
Thank you for saying so .
But you forgot to get the bread .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
Yes . We are exporting a wide range of foodstuffs to many countries . And the demand is getting greater and greater . By the way , which items are you interested in ?
I'm particularly interested in shortbreads . Do you have some samples you could show me ?
Yes . This way , please . Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors , such as almond , walnut , lotus seed , etc . And different packaging has different weights . We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require .
The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better .
You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality .
Oh , it's delicious ...
Keep in touch then , OK ?
OK .
Have you had any previous experience ?
Well . During the college years , I worked as a trainee every summer at lawyer's offices . Does that count ?
Of course it counts . What kind of work did you do there ?
I did clerical stuff and ran errands .
In this office , we encourage full attendance by offering a bonus . If you take any leaves , we'll deduct money from your salary .
May I know about the office hours ?
Office hours are nine to five-thirty . One hour for lunch . Do you have any questions ?
Er , may I know how much I will be paid monthly ?
We'll give you about 3000 to start . There'll be a trial period of three month . After six months , we'll have a job performance review and consider giving you a raise .
When will I know your decision ?
I'll call you in a day or two , did you write down your phone number on your resume ?
Yes , I did . Can you call after 7 p . m . ? I'm usually out in the daytime .
All right . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
What a thoughtful granddad ! Do you have her account details with you ?
Yes , right here .
Great . Please fill them out on this deposit slip .
Here ? And here ?
That's right . How much do you want to pay in ?
1,000 RIB .
Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too .
It's an important birthday .
I ' m having the same problem . I want to get something really special . Jim always seem to know exactly what to get people as gifts .
I know . He bought me that beautiful sweater for my birthday . It was exactly what I wanted . And it fit me perfectly !
he bought me an iron .
that doesn ' t sound like a great present .
maybe not , but my iron was getting old . In fact , it stopped working the week after jim bought me the new one . It ' s as if he knew that my old iron would soon stop working !
let ' s think . He loves football , doesn ' t he ? I saw signed photographs of famous footballers in a shop near hear . Let ' s go and have a look . You know which team he supports , don ' t you ?
yes , I do . Let ' s go . We should be able to find something suitable . We should get him something old ... something historic .
it ' ll be an expensive present , but we can share the cost .
I ' ll be happy to get him something special , even if it coasts a little extra .
yes . He always get us special gift . We should repay his kindness .
We are tired of jobs and competition . We need a quiet place .
I'd like to stay here for all my life if possible .
So would I . Look , it might be going to rain .
I don't think it will spoil our trip .
It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains .
Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads .
That's a good idea !
So I can say now that you must have enjoyed the opera . Which scene is your favorite ?
I love them all . But if I had to name one as the best , I would say it's the ending .
What's it about ? You know , I couldn't help falling asleep .
Did you ? I didn't notice that . But still you should know it , for you have seen it with Laura before .
I guess I've done the same thing last time I was here with her , too . I mean falling asleep . For me , this one is not that attractive .
Then I doubt if you like operas at all .
Yes . I like Carmen very much . But I don't mind if you want to tell me about this one .
OK , then . The man was old and he was visiting his wife's grave , with a rose in his hand . When he got there , he saw someone already put a rose on her grave .
Very impressive . And I do like the leading actress who has an amazing voice .
Me , too . There was always a good round of applause every time she sings .
Yes , the applause ! That was what kept waking me up during the show .
And it's been such a faultless performance with the perfect lighting , and music . Just amazing !
No doubt , it's not a simple thing to put on a ' phantom show ' .
Exactly .
I just got off the phone with my boyfriend . He is always getting upset and losing his temper over nothing . It ' s so hard to talk to him at times .
Maybe it ' s just that he is stressed out from work or something . He does have a pretty nerve wracking job you know .
Yeah but , he is always in a really foul mood . I try to find out what ' s bothering him or get him to talk about his day but , he always shuts down and brushes me off .
Men are like that you know . They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness .
I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ' t always this grouchy you know ...
Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ' t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one !
You are something else you know that ?
Is there a problem with your account ?
I only need one .
What about all your money in that account ?
Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ?
That ' s fine .
I appreciate it .
Would you like to make a withdrawal ?
That ' s all for today .
I ' ll just cancel your account right now .
I greatly appreciate your help .
Why are you going to take English with chemistry and physics ?
Because I want to study English literature . But I think chemistry is better for getting a job .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you decide what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
Thank you very much , by the way , is it quite expensive to take a taxi ?
Yes , besides it versa according to the distance .
All right . I only hope to get a skillful driver , and drive me to my stop safe way .
No problem .
Thanks a lot , bye bye .
You are welcome , bye .
do you want to attend the convocation ?
certainly . After years of hard work , I wouldn't miss it . By the way , where can I find cap and gown ?
do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them ?
oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day .
no . those you have to provide for yourself .
what do most of the students do ?
well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f
then , I might as well have them made .
Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty .
hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin .
it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' .
here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ?
Certainly . Ok , got you .
Nice ! So , where did you guys go ?
We hit a couple of local bars , and met up with some friends . Everything was cool until Mike came along , and it turned out that it was his birthday yesterday !
Oh no ! Mike ' s birthday is a drinkfest for sure !
Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar !
Is that why you missed work today ?
Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times .
Www !
I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ' m never gonna drink again !
Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ' s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go .
Oh , yeah . I ' m there !
What do we need ?
We need a lot of things this week . I must go to the grocer's . We haven't got much tea or coffee , and we haven't got any sugar or jam .
What about vegetables ?
I must go to the greengrocer's . We haven ; t got many tomatoes , but we've got a lot of potatoes . I must go to the butcher's , too . We need some meat . We haven't got any meat at all .
Have we got any beer and wine ?
No , we haven't . And I'm not going to get any !
I hope that you've got some money .
I haven't got much .
Well , I haven't got much either !
Would you like anything else with that ?
How fresh is that apple pie over there ?
Our pie is brought in fresh every day . And I can tell you it's delicious .
Okay , throw in a piece of that pie then .
Is this to stay or to go ?
I'm in a bit of a hurry today , so we'd better make it to go . Thanks for asking .
All you hear is the crickets and the breeze .
It's a little eerie . I'm sure the silence will begin to grow on me .
Well , I think it's fabulous . And the neighbors don't even seem to exist .
That is a relief . It's a good thing we moved .
That's very nice of you . I guess I could use some help .
Just tell me what you'd like me to do .
Is there one in particular that you like ?
I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
What is your skin type ?
My skin is kind of oily .
This nutrition cream is for anti-wrinkling and whitening which is a newcomer brand .
How much is it ?
$ 60 . The price is reasonable for its large quantity . What's more , there are some gifts attaching for you .
Sounds good . What are the gifts attaching ?
You can take one tonic or hand cream .
I will choose the tonic .
No problem . You can try this kind of gel which can prevent freckle , the effect will be better if you use this powder foundation applied with it .
That's the very thing I want .
I never eat breakfast though .
That's a big mistake , you should always have a good breakfast . You will not run your car without fuel , and yet you won't expect your body to work without food .
I never thought about it that way .
I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat .
Oh doctor , I feel so foolish .
Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits .
I know doctor , thank you so much .
Do you want to go see a movie ?
That sounds good .
What's playing at the Century Fox ?
Candlelight in the Window
Should we go see it ?
I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies .
How about ' Run of the Mill ? '
No . I heard that's really boring .
Why don't we go to a concert instead ?
Great idea !
I see . Do you know how much the ticket is ?
It depends on which train do you take .
Is it far from here to Suzhou ?
Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou .
How long will it take to get there ?
About fifteen hours .
The large one .
They're on special this week . They've been reduced to five dollars .
Is this the only kind you have ?
No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ?
Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide .
Very well . Just take your time .
How many hours do you work each day now ?
12 hours , including 5 hours overtime .
That's tough indeed ! Do you think your health can afford ?
I don't care . I need money .
Surely you'll be paid extra for overtime , but do you think it's really worth ?
Yes , I think so . When I work overtime I'm paid time and a half .
Oh , yes . Money comes faster in that way than otherwise .
But jobs with a lot of overtime are quite limited . Employers usually don't like to pay for overtime if they can manage .
That's true .
It's George .
Really ? I'm surprised . I didn't know his English was that good .
Sure , no problem . Can we fix a time to talk later ?
Sure , but this week is crazy for me . Can we make it next Monday ?
Ok , see you 10 o'clock next Monday !
That's fine . See you then .
Mr . Chen can't make it today .
I wouldn ' t mind getting up early morning and the physical work would make me fit and healthy .
Running a farm would be totally different to you current job .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Well , making good wishes .
Ok . I ' m pretty happy and I can go abroad .
Sure . We hope your wish will come true .
What ' s the main idea in this essay ?
The United Nations should have more authority .
I can't , either . I like watching .
Oh , no , he likes the job .
Oh , Really ?
Exactly ! I ' m going to cut out all that junk I eat . no more chips , no more soda , no more fried food .
I ' Ve heard this one before .
But this time I ' m going to stick to it . I really mean it ! Trust me , Carol , I ' m going to be a new man in one year ' s time !
Well , I guess we ' ll just have to wait and see .
Thanks , honey , that was a great meal . I ' m stuffed . Do we have any chips left ?
Do you have a long-term plan for your career ?
Yes , I hope I will be a manager in 5 years .
Leo , I really think you ' re beating around the bush with this guy . I know he used to be your best friend in college , but I really think it ' s time to lay down the law .
You ' re right . Everything is probably going to come to a head tonight . I ' ll keep you informed .
What happened ?
I went to the library and lost my bag .
Your bag ? Did you get it back ?
I went back for it . But it was already gone .
That ' s too bad . I ' m sorry to hear that .
Here you are . How much is the ticket ?
$ 800 .
Can I pay by card ?
Surely of course . Give me your card please .
Why do you plan to change your job ?
I'm now a secretary in my present work unit . My work is not interesting . I have to type , make copies , book tickets and so on . Everyday I follow the routine . Furthermore , I have studied English for four years at university , but I can ' t use it there . They are the reasons I plan to change my job .
Why are you interested in working with this company ?
One of my relatives told me that your company needs someone who can speak English . That's just the job that I have been looking for
Not at all , sir . I ' d just like to push it up to next week . I ' ll have a lot more free time at the beginning of next week .
Well , I don ' t like it , but I guess I don ' t have any choice .
So you ' Ve acquainted yourself with the company . It ' s refreshing to interview someone who ' s sure of what they want .
Yes , I believe that it ' s crucial for me to know if a company is right for me , not just if I ' m right for the company . I ' Ve only been impressed by what I ' Ve read and heard and I see myself having
Commitment to the company and the team is very important to us here .
Well I ' m definitely a team player as well as being highly self-motivated . I believe this company can fulfill my long-term goals and offer me great upward mobility . Therefore you will find in me
Yes , I took off 4 kilos . I am glad you notice it .
Not some crazy diet fat I hope .
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
He must be very easy-going .
Sure , he's ready to be friendly with anyone .
Maybe they know they shouldn ' t run a red light , but when they are driving they don ' t pay enough attention to traffic lights .
Talking on the cell phone while driving is very dangerous too . It increases the chance of accidents .
I know . If a policeman catches you using the cell phone while driving , you will be fined .
I am calling to inform you that you have passed the first two rounds of interview . Could you please come for the final round ? It is scheduled on the morning of next Monday 10AM in the HR manager office .
Thank you for calling me . I will be there on time .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
Though our company doesn ' t have a return policy , limiting the personal use of internet , I don ' t think the boss will like us to do that .
Certainly , work always comes first .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
Not really , just take a wild guess .
You got promoted ?
Well , it is not going to happen so soon , I guess .
You won a lottery ? Don ' t beat around the bush , just tell me , please .
Ok , I lost 5 pounds .
That's what I was afraid of .
It is not only the earthquake , sir . But the mudslides . Much of the north half of the site has been covered over by mud .
Mud ? But Ivan told me there were no mudslides in that district . I thought all the mudslides were down in Chichitango .
That's what we thought , sir . That's what the news reported . But there was one little mudslide in our district too . Right above our site .
Oh , that's terrible ! What bad luck ! I wish we had never come to this country . But , if it isn't the strikes and the revolutionaries , it's the earthquakes . Our operations here are finished !
I'm sorry , sir .
It's not your fault , Yuri . But tell me . When will Ivan be able to get out there ?
Well , it took me about nine hours to get back here by car . If Ivan leaves tonight , I think he should be there by tomorrow lunch .
Good . I want an estimate of damages as soon as possible .
But sir ...
Yes , Yuri ?
I wouldn't recommend sending Ivan now . Especially not at night . The roads aren't safe .
Has the earthquake damaged the bridges too ?
No , sir . The bridges are fine . But I've heard rumors that the revolutionaries are coming down from the mountains . There has been fighting , sir .
Are you serious ? Fighting ? But I didn't hear anything on the news .
You know the government controls the press here , sir . They don't want it reported .
Oh , this is terrible , Yuri . Terrible ! So we can't even assess the damages . How can we do business in this country ? Either we're buried under mud , or we're in danger of getting kidnapped . No , I can't believe this mess !
I'm sorry , sir .
You don't have to keep saying that , Yuri . It's not your fault . But me--I'm the one who should be sorry . It was me who suggested operations here in the first place ! Oh , what can we do ?
Yeah , I really want it . I am on my uppers .
Right , here you are .
Thanks .
All our scarves are in this section . What do you think of this one here ? It's made of silk .
Hm , It looks nice , but I ' d like to have something warm for the winter .
Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves . How about this one ?
I think that's what I want . How much is it ?
It's 75 dollars plus tax .
It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ?
Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer .
That's good . Could you wrap it for me ?
Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ?
No , that should be it . Thank you !
My advice would be to finish it at once .
Well , if you want to ! Seriously , though , let's make a bet .
Why don't we just make it a friendly game ?
Don't be such a chicken ! Whoever loses has to treat everyone to a movie .
Yes . It'll be at three o'clock this afternoon .
I'm afraid we have to reschedule it .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That'll be fine .
I have no idea what I want .
You can get a burger , or some Chinese food . Or maybe you can get some Mexican food .
I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food .
Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ?
I'm not sure .
When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express .
Do they do a good job on the food ?
The food isn't bad there .
I think I will get my food from Panda Express , too .
Use this lipstick and it will make your lips shine !
Great ! Uh , remember that there's a gift exchange , too . We all have to bring a gift .
I've already got mine .
( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents !
Here ! Open mine first .
Wow ! It's just what I wanted !
Hey ! Why don't I have any presents !
Oh , hi Justin . This is Karen Hepburn . We met at Chris and Jim's party .
Of course . How're you ?
Great . Uh , Justin , would you like to see Otis Lesley on Thursday night ? He's at the Kangaroo Club .
I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday .
Oh ... that's too bad .
Yeah . I really like Lesley .
Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well .
Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ?
At eight sharp . How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ?
That sounds perfect . And let's go out for coffee after the show .
Sure !
See you at seven fifteen , Saturday .
Great . I just got back from a week's vacation in Thailand .
Really ? How was it ?
Fantastic ! I didn't want to come back .
I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful .
They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap .
I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ?
Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing .
I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself .
Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ?
Yeah , it sure would .
Why ?
Well , it ' s very comfortable just to drift here .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person should want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
Is the room ready for the lecture now ?
Yes , I have prepared . I have also prepared a meeting memo .
Excellent . How about the microphone and speaker ?
I have also got them ready for the lecture .
Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests .
Sure .
How would you seat them ?
I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ?
Well , after the half of the meeting , there will be an interval for rest and refreshment .
I am glad to tell you that you are supposed to come for an interview tomorrow . Are you free tomorrow ?
Can you speak a little louder ? You sound very indistinct with the hissing noise .
Well , I can't hear you .
Many thanks .
I hope your stay here was satisfactory , sir .
This could be a great hotel , once you get rid of the insects . The city itself is great .
I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit . Please have a pleasant trip home .
It's really good .
Well . Maybe he isn't a good husband , but he is a successful president .
I agree . He is also an excellent speaker .
Yes , he is . Of course he makes mistakes , but who doesn ' t .
yeah , it ' s fair to say so .
What position do you play ?
I ' m a defender . It ' s a lot of fun . You don ' t have to be able to skate as fast on defense .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
Sorry , what do you mean ?
When you take something out of the stores you need to update the stores database so we know when to reorder .
Here is your change and your receipt . Do you have goods unpaid on you , sir
No , I don't think so .
I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look .
There must be a mistake .
Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid .
Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it .
Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it
Of course I did . Here is the receipt .
Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir .
That's all right .
Mr . Black has been getting a little on the side .
Really ? I am surprised . He doesn't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife , does he ?
No , he doesn't . Anyway , his wife found out that he has been two-timing for a long time .
Well , I am really surprised . By the way , have you done anything behind my back ?
No . The only thing I've ever done behind your back is zipping you up .
I like that joke , but I hope it's true .
Maybe I would talk with him someday .
I hope it will be of some use .
Certainly . How about spaghetti with clams and shrimps .
Sounds delicious . OK . She'll try that .
How long will you stay with the host family ?
Well , at least half a year . Do I have to do my own grocery shopping ?
Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you .
That is fine .
Did you see the car before it hit you ?
No , I didn't . That car was too fast .
Which lane were you in ?
I don't remember .
What was your speed then ?
40 miles per hour .
Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ?
Just straight .
OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ?
No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern .
No problem , Miss .
I ' m sorry , Mr . Baker ' s not in . May I take your message ?
Yes , tell him Mr . Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back .
Alright . Mr . Cook , I have Mr . baker called you back as soon as he gets here .
With or without ice , sir ?
Certainly without ice . Ice will spoil the taste .
Would you like to say ' when ' , please , sir . ( Pouring soda )
Whoa , when .
Enjoy your drink , sir .
Here is the ticket .
OK . madam . I have refunded it . You have to pay $ 15 for it .
How very appropriate , because tonight we have a most dazzling show for you !
Yes , this runway is going to sparkle with glamour and style !
Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai .
And others directly from New York .
So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready .
Because you're going to love this show !
Two o'clock would be the best time .
Fine , do you know where my office is ?
No , I'm not sure .
Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor .
I see .
Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then .
I'll see you then .
Looking forward to meeting with you !
Do you think my educational background suits this position ?
Yes , I ' m quite satisfied with your qualifications .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
What if an employee was injured due to work-related job ?
Employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance .
How do you like it ?
I expected too high from that movie , but I was a bit disappointed about it .
But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week .
Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty .
My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie .
What's it about ?
It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy .
I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life .
Let's go . The time is coming .
We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema .
Really ? That's wonderful !
Thank you for your warning .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
It ' s certainly a pretty dress . I can ring you up at the register over here .
Great .
Will you be paying by cash , check , or credit card ?
I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ?
Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa .
I ' ll put it on my Visa card , then .
Very well , ma ' am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ' s rejected .
There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard .
Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199 . 00 , sign here , please .
Sure .
Here you go , and here ' s your receipt . Have a nice day .
Thanks . You have a good one , too .
You always say that , but we never win anything ! What will you do if you win a lot of money ?
If I win a lot of money , I shall buy you a mink coat .
I don ' t want a mink coat ! I want to see the world .
All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful
But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ?
If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again .
It ' s a pleasant dream , but everything depends on if !
If I can do anything for you , don't hesitate to let me know .
Thank you .
If everyone turned up , it would be a squeeze . But a few people said that they couldn ' t go . So I think it should be OK ?
Are you taking anything ?
I ' Ve got her a birthday present and I ' ll take a bottle fo wine too .
That ' s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ' s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ' t mind too much .
Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ' t be surprised if they went to the party too .
I ' m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast !
Well , don ' t be late . I ' ll see you on Friday at helen ' s .
What is your greatest weakness ?
Well , I was a diligent student when I stayed in my college . I dislike meeting the deadline , when I am working on a project . I am always willing to complete it well ahead of the schedule .
What is the greatest disappointment in your life ?
Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me .
Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ?
I will start my work at the beginning of next month .
You'll have to get it fixed .
Yes , I will .
No , we turn right . Remember that we are coming from this direction .
Oh yes ! Sorry ! Then we drive to the M11 motorway .
How far is that ?
It ' s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south .
According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ' s the motorway that goes around the edge of London .
That ' s another 15 miles , so that ' s 22 miles total so far .
Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction !
Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 .
Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ' s the total distance ?
The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ?
22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ' s a total of 58 miles , isn ' t it ?
It shouldn ' t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way .
We can only go fast on the motor ways if there isn ' t much traffic . I think we should allow ourselves plenty of time to get there . Being early is much better than being late .
Walk along the way and then turn left , It's right there .
Thank you . Do I have to pay duty if I want to buy something ?
No , you don't have to . It's a duty-free shop .
Thank you so much .
No , he's living in an old house in Warton .
Do you mean the one near the health centre on Old Slate Road ?
That's the one .
His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ?
He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money .
Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ?
No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise .
What a lucky man .
He still has a complaint though .
What's that ?
He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop .
The poor thing . It must be difficult being him .
You can say that again .
oh , it ' s pretty popular among my classmates these days . So are you ?
sure , I have a part-time job as a bartender .
cool ! It must be amazing to work at a bar !
yeah , but I ' m not there for fun . I have to remain professional and if I get distracted , the manager would be pretty upset .
that ' s true . I ' m wondering did you learn anything from the job ?
of course . There ' s always much to learn . I got to know more about the real world .
you mean you got working experience , right ?
not just working experience . I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life .
it must be very demanding .
sometimes it is . But after working for a few weeks , it ' s easy to figure out .
really ? It sounds interesting .
maybe you can come to the bar one day and I ' ll show you around .
great . I ' m looking forward to it .
Monday night ? Monday night I was at a great concert .
Well , as they say , garbage in , garbage out . Let me correct this error , please .
Thank you . It's very nice when problems can be solved quickly .
When I deleted the $ 10 , the computer automatically added a $ 2 service charge .
Are you crazy ? You made the mistake and now you're charging me for your mistake ?
Sir , if it makes you feel any better , the $ 2 service fee used to be $ 5 .
Why don't you just stick a gun in my ribs and take everything I have ?
Unfortunately , sir , you'll have to pay the $ 2 , whether you like it or not .
I love this house and would be willing to pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars .
Let ' s leave some room on this offer . I think that three hundred and twenty thousand dollars is a fair offer in this housing market .
We could try that , but I really want this house !
It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer .
How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ?
The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving .
Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ?
There really isn ' t anything else to do right now except wait . You are already pre-qualified for your loan .
She is a barking dog . But she means well .
But I don ' t like anyone who would drive me crazy by telling me what to do .
You are unfair to her . She is a very nice girl .
Pretty good ! How are your parents these days ?
Oh , they are fine . They are enjoying their retirement .
Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Well , I am going to a football match . I need to go .
Say hi to your family for me .
Thanks , I will , byebye !
Actually , I'm calling to complain about your service . The computer I bought last week is faulty .
Oh , I'm sorry to hear that , sir . What exactly is problem ?
Well , easily , It doesn't work . It doesn't even start probably .
Oh , dear ! I'll do whatever I can .
You don't mind if I have one .
Well , all tight . But you know , smoking does do harm to your health .
Yes , you are right .
Why don't you try and give it up ?
I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use .
Where have you been ?
I just got back from London .
How was your flight ?
It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though .
That ' s too bad . How long was the flight ?
It was 10 hours .
Did you have a layover ?
Yes , in Paris , France .
Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ?
Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate -- one for me and one for you !
Oh , you didn ' t have to ...
It was nothing .
The heroin may not be attractive . I like the story , though .
I hope that you had good journey .
Yes . Thank you .
Make sure that your customs forms are with you .
And ?
Before disembarkation , please get ready .
All right .
By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship .
Thank you for your reminding .
You will see the beautiful city .
I can't wait to see it .
Do you mind if I sit down ?
Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
Yeah ? All right . Thanks , Susan .
That ' s all right .
What problem ?
My check for $ 100 bounced .
Are you sure you have $ 100 in your checking account ?
I thought I did .
I ' ll check for you .
Thank you very much .
It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account .
That can ' t be right !
That ' s what my computer is showing .
All right . Thank you very much .
I ' m Smith , the manager of Human Resources Department . May I ask your name ?
My name is Zhang Due .
Would you tell me what education background you have ?
I graduated from Beijing College of Foreign Trade . My major was International Trade .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes , I have been working in Lush Insurance Company for four years .
OK . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ?
Yes .
OK . I will accept you for a three months-period of probation . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes .
Actually you haven't had much .
To tell you the truth , I am on the diet .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
When will the lecture begin ?
It'll begin at nine o'clock sharp .
It might be sore for a while . You'll be OK . Now let's go home and rest .
Can't we go to McDonald's first ?
No , sweetie . I'll make you some tomato soup and rice .
No , thanks .
And vegetables with porridge .
Blah ... What's that ?
This is all your medicine . You need to take it four times a day for three days straight .
Really ? I've seen that movie , too .
How did you like the movie ?
I thought it was pretty good .
I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The storyline and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
It might be .
I would prefer mornings .
Can you go during the week , or can you only go during the weekend ?
Going to look at houses during the week is best for me .
Where would you like me to pick you up ?
I will meet you at the real estate office .
I am thinking of looking at three houses , and it will take about two hours .
That sounds good to me .
Once I contact the owners and confirm the times , I will e-mail you a schedule .
When did you lose it ?
I don't know the exact time . Maybe I lost it last night when I was traveling on the bus .
Can you make a description of your wallet ?
It's a black leather one . There are my credit card and ID and some money .
Is it urgent ( an emergency ) ?
Yes . I ' Ve got an infected wound .
How about this afternoon at 2:00 ?
That ' s fine .
Don ' t forget to bring your health card with you .
I ' ll bring the card . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
I see . But have you ever done any work in this field ?
Yes , since 1993 , I ' Ve been employed as a clerk in the Beijing Branch of the DHAK Trading Corporation .
Why do you plan to change your job ?
Because I would like to get a job in which I can have good opportunity for advancement , and the job was not challenging enough .
Have you applied for work with any other companies ?
Yes , I applied with another company , but that was just to get experience in being interviewed .
If you are accepted at both places , which company will you choose ?
This one , of course . Your company is my first choice . I want to work for you .
Really ? I'm not much of an outdoor person . What do you like about it ?
I love the fresh air , the scenery the exercise , and the time to think .
Do you hike or fish on your trips ?
Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles .
Did you catch anything ?
Yes , but I threw them back .
How about Joining our summer camp next week ?
Great ! I can't wait .
Good morning .
The reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week .
Oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
She's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
Is there someone else I can talk to ?
She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
That will be fine .
Ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 then . See you then .
Yes , I have my ticket with me .
Let me see your ID .
I forgot to bring that with me .
You need it to pay your fine .
Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ?
Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are .
Okay , I think I understand .
All right , come back and bring your ID .
So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ?
Once you pay it , your record will be cleared .
Really ? How come ?
My boss gave me a big project . I had to have it finished by this morning . It was so difficult .
You shouldn't work so hard .
I know , but hard work pays off . You know .
What do you mean ?
Maybe now I'll get that promotion I was hoping for .
Something made in the ' 20s would be nice .
We had seven , but we sold one this morning .
Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes ?
You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures .
Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one .
Yes , that one is very nice .
Now , does this come with a warranty ?
I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances .
That doesn't surprise me .
Even if it doesn't work , it's a beautiful collectible .
Can I get the ticket here ?
Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter .
Thank you .
Why ? What's wrong with it ?
It's much too hard for his age .
The goods arrived half a month later than scheduled . What's more , five cases were found broken and unit inside seriously damaged .
Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports were strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left .
But then there were some cracks in a number of cases . Almost all the bottom of the cases were loose .
That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling .
But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing .
But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps .
But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken .
I don't think the stevedores could have handled them with great care .
We could take a cut on the price . But 25 % would reduce much our profit margin . We suggest a compromise 10 % .
That's a big change from 25 % ! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit . Any other ideas ?
I don't think I can change it right now . Why don't we talk again tomorrow ?
Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this .
Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else .
I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground .
I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % .
Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat .
Then you'll have to think of something better , Robert .
I wish I could , but It ' s already late .
Oh . It ' s pity you have to leave .
thank you for wonderful meat .
I'm glad you enjoy it .
I have a large family . I have three older sisters , my twin sister , a younger brother , and parents .
I didn ' t know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ?
We ' re identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we are complete opposites when it comes to everything else .
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn ' t mention to your biological father .
I don ' t know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don ' t have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother ' s mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was meant to be .
What's so fun about them ?
They give me the opportunity to get to know someone better .
So you always have fun on dates ?
Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with .
Why not ?
My date may not be my type .
So then why would you ask them out in the first place ?
I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type .
Sounds like a huge waste of time to me .
Now that I think about it , it really is sometimes .
How about Legally Blonde .
Ah , my girlfriend wanted to see that movie . I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time . How about The Cube ?
Isn't that a scary movie ?
How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun .
Ok . I'll give it a try .
That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
I am calling to inform you that we have arranged an interview for this accountant position at 2 PM this Thursday afternoon . Please come on time .
Ok , thank you . By the way , could you please tell me how I can get there from A community ?
Oh , you can take the subway , get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes . You will find a building . It will take about 40 minutes in total .
I got it . Thank you so much .
You ' re welcome .
We have a special on these skirts this week . Would you like to try one on ?
No , thank you . I don't need any skirts .
How about a blouse ? This one here is the latest fashion .
No , thank you .
Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you .
No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know .
Take a look at this dress ! Don't you think it's perfect for you , ma'am ? Uh , where are you going , ma'am ? Ma'am ?
That must impact your bottom line at least a little bit , doesn't it ? After all , your sticker price is pretty much set in stone . How much do they go for retail ?
Retail price is 29 . 95 per unit . We take into consideration changes in supply cost when figuring this price .
Is that including tax ?
No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in .
How much is your profit margin then ?
Our profit margin is in the neighborhood of 20 % .
Look , maybe I shouldn't tell you this , but I'v going over to WebTracker , too .
No way ! That's great ! Then we'll still be together !
Actually , I'm already working for WebTracker . Vince never wanted to give me what I was worth , so I figured , what the heck .
No kidding ! I can't believe this . You devil !
It's kind of cool , isn't it ? I'm sort of like a secret agent .
I am sorry , could you repeat it please ?
Of course . The website is ' www . zhilian - zhaopin . com . CN ' .
Glad to meet you , Mr Stewart . I'm the guide from Pacific Tour Agency . My name is Zhang Hua .
Hello , I was just looking for the guide .
I'm always at your service , sir . By the way , did you have a pleasant trip ?
Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take-offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired .
Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you .
Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible .
So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall .
I am sure we will . Actually , we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder .
Come this way , please . The coach is waiting outside .
Fine , let's go .
Is that all you need ?
I also want to check out this video .
Is that all you would like to check out ?
That ' s all I need .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
Make sure to take proper care of this video .
That won ' t be a problem .
If you damage the video , you will be fined .
I won ' t damage it .
You know about the blackout last night , right ?
The lights were out everywhere .
A bunch of people went looting last night .
They what ?
They took full advantage of the lights being out .
That's crazy .
The news reported that four stores were broken into .
Were the looters found ?
The police don't know who did it .
I hope this doesn't happen again .
What are they ?
They are , keep the documents in chronological order , remove all the chips and pins , punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder .
And what is the most important point ?
You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule .
I will come clean as soon as we get to safety , OK ? For now , you have to trust me , please ! I would never do anything to hurt you .
Steven , I ...
I haven ' t been completely honest with you Veronica , I ' m sorry . I ' m not a fireman . I ' m not even from the United States . I ' m a spy for the Indian government .
What ? Why didn ' t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ?
When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau .
What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me !
I ' m sorry , I wasn ' t supposed to meet you . I wasn ' t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real .
I can ' t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ' t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car !
Veronica , wait !
Certainly , sir . For how many people , please ?
For two people . We would like a quiet table , please .
Of course . May I have your name , please ?
This is Mr . William .
Can you spell that , please ?
William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M .
Thank you , Mr . William . Goodbye .
Nice to meet you too . Melinda .
Now let me show you around . This is our reception area , and our conference room is right over there . Over there is the sales department .
Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small .
Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there .
It looks like you guys work hard .
I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard . Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices .
Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs .
Sure thing .
Or getting stuck in traffic jams when you ' re driving .
Exactly .
Really ?
Last night he told the children a cliff-hanger story and both of them were scared out of sleep .
He must be regretting about having done the business .
I bet he is . He domed his own life .
The Grand hotel , is it far from here ?
Sorry , my English isn ' t so good . Could you speak a little slower ?
Uh , to begin with , please take a look at the syllabus in front of you . As you all should know by now , this class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50 .
That's terrible . He speaks too fast . How can I catch his meaning ?
Again , as you see on your course outline , grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test , periodic quizzes , and classroom participation .
I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not .
You have to get up and get ready for school .
I know , but just five more minutes .
I can't let you go back to sleep , because you won't wake back up .
I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes .
You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed .
I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes .
I don't want you to be late for school today .
I'm not going to be late today .
Fine , five more minutes .
Thank you .
I need ink cartridges , staples , and Post-its .
Will you need all of them right away or can some wait ?
Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away .
You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ?
We have plenty of money for office supplies .
You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ?
I want to pick them up .
Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day !
You too !
Yes . I don't want to be stuck in a rut . I want to move on .
Have you decided ?
Yes , I want to get a better job .
Could you tell me why you want to quit ?
I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues .
Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out .
I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay .
OK . I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you . However , I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay .
which one is that ?
the office . Have you watched it ?
I've seen the British version and loved it , but have never seen the American version .
it's almost exactly the same . I think it's a hilarious show .
what are you watching now ?
they're just showing highlights of American Idol from last night right now .
I can't stand American Idol ! I think it's really over-rated .
I couldn't agree with you more .
have you got satellite , cable , or digital TV ?
we have digital TV . It's amazing though---even with 100 channels , there's often nothing on that I'd want to watch !
do you watch a lot of TV then ?
I guess so . I'm bit of a couch potato . How about you ?
I don't have a TV at home , so I rarely watch anything . Is there anything worth watching after the office ?
there's actually a documentary on the history channel later on that I'd like to watch . Do you want to stay and watch it with me ?
why not ? I don't have anything better to do !
What did you do to put it into practice ?
I divided students into groups and asked them to generate their own ideas actively . It can help develop the problem-solving ability of the students .
How was it ?
Oh , I loved it . I only visited a couple of cities , you know . But I had a great time .
Well , tell me . What are they like ?
They ' re nice .
What are you talking about ? ! He ' s passed every drug test he ' s taken !
Those drug tests don ' t mean anything ! He probably took some other drugs to mask the steroids .
Just because Ben Johnson was juiced up doesn ' t mean all athletes are .
OK , OK . I ' m feeling a little dehydrated . Let ' s get something to drink .
Well , what kinds do you have ?
Mazda . Honda and Nissan .
Honda is OK .
Do you like the weather in Seattle ?
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Have you brought your receipt ?
Yes , here you are .
I am sorry , we will change yours for a new one .
The dress is slim in cut .
Thank you for saying that .
Well , I'd like to change the date to March 20 , and make that for two singles , not one .
Very well . That can be arranged .
Can you elaborate it more concretely ?
Yes . Floating bonus is the kind of bonus that is indeterminate in amount , such as quarterly bonus , bonus at the end of the year .
Yes . I have found some through different channels .
Really ? That's great ! Tell me .
OK . The first piece of job information I got was from the Internet , and it is about selling medicines .
What do you think of this job ?
I am not familiar with the medicine industry , and I don't think it fits me well .
Then how about the others ?
Another is about electronic commerce , and its products are mainly large machinery equipments .
I have heard about electronic commerce , and many people say it has good prospects for development .
I also feel it's nice . I want to give it a try .
Come on ! I believe you will succeed .
Thanks . You can also seek job information on the Internet .
Good idea . I will think it over .
I'll have the baked salmon .
Any vegetable ?
I'd rather have broccoli .
OK . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee .
All right .
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends .
Really ? What can I do ?
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Is the arresting officer here ?
Yes , he is , Your Honor .
Plead your case .
I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true .
Why would the officer lie ?
I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it .
Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ?
No , my picture wasn't taken .
There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go .
Thank you very much , Your Honor .
It's 45132 .
Wait a minute , please---Mr . Wong , I'm terribly sorry . Our delivery truck had an accident today . I'm afraid your sofa won't be delivered until tomorrow .
Will it take me straight there ?
Yes . No need to change .
Thank you .
What ' s the time ? My watch has stopped .
It ' s half past twelve .
When do you have lunch ?
From one to two .
What do you normally eat ?
We usually go to the cafeteria .
Oh , it ' s time to have lunch now .
let ' s go together .
He looks tired all the time .
He's working too hard .
Are local factories allowed to discharge waste water into the lake ?
Yes , but it must be treated in an effluent treatment plant first .
It's sounds like fun .
It's very dangerous , you know .
I want to try something exciting .
It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you .
I'll tell you all about it next Monday .
Well , take care of yourself , and don't say I didn't warn you .
No , this is my first . Last week I went to a cookout for new professors at Dean Barksdale ' s home . I took a taxi because I didn ' t want to be late . But I was the first one
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o ' clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I ' m hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ' s only seven-fifteen . I don ' t want to be the first one there again .
Don ' t worry . We won ' t be the first .
You have to do something romantic .
Romantic ? I can't remember what that word means .
Well , you have three kids , so you knew what it meant once upon a time !
Ha , ha ! Those days are long gone .
I had to watch a football game instead .
Well , you had more than one day ; couldn't you have fit it in on another day ?
Yes , I think so .
Either way , I only allow one missed assignment per semester . When will you be turning the make-up in ?
I'll make it up next week .
Fine , but it cannot happen again if you want an " A " in the class .
OK , I can do that .
Remember that you are in college now , not high school .
When will you be convenient ?
Any time will suit me .
Are you doing anything tomorrow ?
I'm free tomorrow .
I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ?
All right , see you then .
Thank you SO much .
But I also want ya to do me a favor .
What ?
You gotta have some better deodorant .
I ' m sorry ? !
Appropriate greetings will win the interviewer's favorable impression
But you should pay special attention to your words and attitudes .
In the beginning of the interview , greet the interviewer with a kind smile .
In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' .
That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail .
When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions .
At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode .
Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor .
Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer .
In short , you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview .
This time you can bring your daughter with you .
Right , she is so excited and simply can ' t wait .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
Sure we do ! We have the best tailors in the country ! What is it that you need exactly ?
Well , I ' m looking to get a custom-made suit .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
You ' re welcome . What brings you to China ?
I ' m actually here on business .
I see and what do you do for a living ?
I ' m an IT salesman .
That sounds like a good job .
It ' s very interesting actually .
Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Oh my gosh ! Your hair is amazing ! So silky , so shiny ! I am going to work my magic on your hair ! You hear me ? You are going to look like a million bucks !
Okay . Um ... can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top .
Don ' t you worry , I ' ll take care of everything ! Oh my god ! I just love your curly hair ! It ' s so fluffy and cute ! You should totally let it grow out . An afro would look great on you !
Um ... no .
Okay , but you are going to be my masterpiece !
Ah , thank you . Please bring your luggage here for inspection .
Ok . But is there anything wrong ?
It's just a regular inspection . Do you have anything to declare ?
I've got 6 packets of cigarettes and 2 bottles of champagne . Besides , I have two cameras , one is for my own use , and the other is a gift .
Well , the cigarettes and the champagne are not in excess of the duty-free allowance . But according to our law , each passenger is allowed only one camera duty-free . You ' ll have to pay duty for the other one .
Ok . Where shall I pay duty for it ?
Please wait a minute . I'll make out the duty memo ... Here you are . Take this and pay to the woman over there .
I've paid for it . Here's the receipt .
Very well . I hope you ' ll enjoy your stay in America .
Thank you .
Is the place well-furnished ?
Yes , it's pretty bright in there and big enough for our children to play .
What about the kitchen ?
The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires .
Are the plumbing all right ?
The plumbing seems OK , too . The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak .
The place is OK . Let ' s go there and have a look at it again .
Blow my nose ?
Well , you do that when your nose needs blowing . I was talking about a way to make your throat heal faster .
No , please , Mom ! Don't make me gargle with saltwater !
It works better than any medicine , Lily . I'll make you a glass right now , and you'll finish it !
Do you need a hand with that ?
Actually , I could you some help . Thank you so much .
Don't worry about it .
You ' Ve got plenty of training and experience . I wonder if you could tell me something about your goals . Where do you see yourself ten years from now ?
To be honest , I don ' t plan in that much detail . My goals tend to be general ; I define success according to the job at hand . I see myself advancing as I succeed , but I don ' t necessarily dwell on
interesting ! And how do you feel about decision-making ? Are you an independent thinker , or do you depend more on your superior for direction ?
That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail
Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ?
I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled
So , your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper .
What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking ?
Stop producing cigarettes .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about printing a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
How do you plan to do your present job ?
I want to make more contact with extra clients and use my organizational skills in the future .
That ' s very kind of you . But if I don ' t go now I ' ll miss the last bus .
That ' s too bad .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
May I have your name , please ?
Feynman Black . I want to leave on October 15th .
OK . Let me see . Air China has a flight on October 15th at 10:00 in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single or return ?
Single . How much ?
Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars .
OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
OK . Thank you .
What was the score ?
They managed a 99:80 victory .
What are the accesses of the job ads ?
There are many sources , such as newspaper , Internet and direct visit .
I can still remember our first date .
Look at that big tree over there .
Yeah , oh my god ! It ' s still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then ?
You seemed to be dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
( Smile ) I can ' t believe this for it ' s been 20 years since we got married .
So do you feel happy now ?
I couldn ' t have been any happier !
Of course , we are the happiest family in the world .
Did you have something on your mind ? You look so concerned ! Maybe I can help you .
Well , I'm under a lot of pressure . My boss is very pushy . He assigned me two projects . Now the deadlines are near and I still haven't finish one of them .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
Well , I guess no one can help me but myself . For the moment , I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress .
I know your feeling . Take it easy .
You know that for a fact ?
Yeah , I take this bus all the time .
Is it a very long bus ride ?
It's about thirty minutes long .
Do you know where we get off at ?
There's a bus stop right behind Macy's .
Really , there's a bus stop right by the mall ?
There's a bus stop in the mall parking lot .
That's convenient .
Absolutely .
Where did you lose it ? Maybe I can help you to find it .
Thank you very much . I think I lost it near the window .
Just one second , and I'll check .
Thank you .
That's no news . Those two were high school sweethearts anyway .
Teresa Jones got a boob job .
Uh , I can see that . And Erica Falls has lost a lot of weight .
I've got something . You saw Taylor Smith ? Looks terrible , doesn't he ? I heard he ...
No , thank you . I don't have time . How much is that ?
It comes to $ 15 .
Well , then , please tell me about your English education .
I have been studying English since junior high school . And I majored in English in college .
I see , do you speak any other languages ?
Yes , I speak a little French and Japanese .
Uh , no . Analog watches don't come with stopwatches . You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch .
Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ?
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Think of the big face down the eve , hmm .
And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ...
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? to welcome the new year of course .
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . they always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
This is Room 705 . The air conditioner in my room doesn't work .
I'll have that taken care of immediately .
And may I have two more towels , please ?
No problem . We'll bring you the towels in just a minute .
Thanks .
He's tall and strong .
I can tell it from your build .
It seems that my employees are having trouble working as a team . Not to mention serious lapses in service , sales and leadership skills .
Well as we know nothing comes out of a can . We have years of experience tailoring workshops to the specific needs of your company . We can hone in on your problem areas and have your employe
What a relief ! I was beginning to think it was no way to get my business rolling again .
That's what we're here for , the human resources help you need , when and how you need it .
He seems to win awards everywhere .
He is really great . He has sold millions of records worldwide . He is especially known for his rocking performance at the football World Cup song-the Cup of World .
I heard one observer even said ' It was a song sung in Spanish for international football , and he made it so popular that even the Americans loved it . '
That's right . His voice ranges from the smooth sound of ballads to the highpowered rhythms of the Spanish Caribbean where he grew up . He has fan clubs across the world , from America to Russia , from England to Taiwan , from Norway to Australia .
He is surely a hard nut , nobody likes approaching him .
We'd better also leave him alone .
Would you like anything to drink ?
I'll have a tomato juice and some iced tea .
Anything else ?
Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ?
Sure . Coming right up .
When do you have to be there .
Tomorrow morning .
How long do you have to be there ?
Three days .
When will you be back ?
On Friday .
I thought everyone liked basketball . Why don't you like it ?
I used to play basketball when I was little , and I never scored a goal . Every time I watch a basketball game , I think about how horrible I was at it .
that makes sense .
how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ?
my absolute favorite is ice hockey .
have you ever seen a live game ?
sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch .
I've never really understood the game .
it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching .
thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ?
not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you .
that's a good idea .
let's watch the Canadian team . They have a good manager and a great coach .
Yes , it's really savory .
Thank you for appreciating it .
What do you think about the teachers ?
To be honest , I like most of them , except for my Chinese teacher . She is quite young , but her class is too boring !
That's too bad . Do you have any foreign teachers ?
Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California .
What is he like ?
He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing .
Are you able to follow him ?
Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly .
Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher .
Absolutely ! If you come to our class , I am sure you will like him .
Yes .
I ' m sorry . David is out to lunch right now .
Okay . I ' m his wife . Could you tell him to call me back when he returns ?
Sure . Does he know where to call you ?
Oh , thanks . Please tell him to call my cell-phone number .
Ok , I will .
Thank you very much .
No problem .
Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Please give my best regards to them when you're home .
Sure , thank you .
What does the job description say ?
We need a person with ability and flexibility .
What ? No , I heard that he has stomach cancer . His ex-girlfriend said it .
That could explain all his stomachaches . He's trying to hide it from us .
Maybe that's why he didn't show up at the potluck . Have you seen him ?
No , but someone said he was in the men's room puking . Follow me !
What about ' Farewell My Concubine ' ? I've been wanting to see it for a long time .
All right . But it'll be difficult to buy tickets I suppose .
My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening .
What time does it begin ?
At eight thirty .
I'll come for you at about eight .
OK , I'll be waiting .
Would you like everything on it ?
I would like everything on it , thank you .
Do you want any fries ?
Let me get some large curly fries .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ?
Is that everything ?
That'll be all . Thanks .
You're welcome , and your total is $ 5 . 48 .
Thank you . Here you go .
How long is my paid vacation every year ?
You ' ll have 10 days paid vacation every year .
What about the insurance and housing policies ?
We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance .
How often is the bonus ?
You ' ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year .
Do I have training opportunities ?
We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad .
Well , I don ' t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer .
Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days .
Ok , thank you for your time and patience .
You ' re welcome .
Have you sent out invitations by our party ?
Yes , I have .
When ?
Ten days ago .
Could Dr . Cole like to attend the party ?
Yes , he will .
That's fine .
Have you got any wine or spirits ?
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
That sounds fantastic ! But I am looking for something closer to downtown , as I spend most of my time at the office .
No problem . We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square . It's perfect for people busy with office work . It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details .
I'm sure they are wonderful , but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost .
Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there .
Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ?
Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place .
OK . Thank you .
This is Michael Richard speaking . Who is calling ?
Mr . Richard , this is Henry . I was interviewed by you last Tuesday .
You gave me a deep impression then . Can I help you ?
I ' m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position .
We have made the decision to hire you .
Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ' t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions .
I will , thank you for calling .
I need to get a costume for a fancy dress party , and I reply don't know what to get . Will you come shopping with me ?
Sure I like shopping . Who is organizing the party ?
One of the girls in my office .
What's the occasion ?
There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme .
That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie .
Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ?
Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it .
Oh good .
Excellent , come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center , the one around the corner from my house . They have just the shop we need .
Well , my speech isn't very long . Would you please ...
Quiet everybody !
A coffee grinder ?
Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans .
Oh , that would be very useful .
To thank you for helping me at work last week . If you would not have been so kind , I would not have been able to pick my parents from the airport . You really did me a big favor . Thank you so much .
It was my pleasure . How about this evening ? I feel very hungry now .
Fine , I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area , food there is pretty spicy too . Shall we try that one ?
Ok with me . You are the boss . I will meet you downstairs after work .
We charge $ 5 for a barrel .
OK , here are the clothes .
Please fill out the form sir .
Yes , it will be at three o ' clock this afternoon .
I'm afraid we have to reschedule it .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . Stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That will be fine .
what kind of program are you looking for ? Full-time or part-time ?
I have to work during the day , so I want to find a part-time course that I can do in the evenings .
what kind of course are you looking for ?
I need to improve my English .
do you want a one-to-one private tutor or a group class ?
I think a one-to-one course will be too expensive for me , so a group class would be fine .
have you ever considered taking one of our online courses ?
I think I prefer face-to-face instruction better .
that's fine . If you want , you can sign up for a pre-sessional interview .
what's that for ?
one of our qualified teachers will interview you so that they can find a class that suits you best .
do you have a brochure about the course that I can take home to read ?
sure . Here's a brochure about out English classes that meet in the evenings .
thanks . I'll read through it tonight and get back to you tomorrow to sign up for a course .
Don't worry . You should do fine . You have the experience .
I hope so .
Remember , they want someone who works well with people . You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are .
Thanks , I'll keep that in mind .
Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have , fish or meat ?
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
What kind of presents do you want ?
Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ?
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml .
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
Could you please tell me how many credits would be required for a bachelor's degree ?
Well , you have to get 166 credits , including required courses and optional courses .
OK . And how long does it take to get a bachelor's degree ?
It can be completed in four years normally .
I see . Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
We should hang out some time .
I think that would be nice .
Is there anything you would like to do next time ?
Do you want to go out to eat ?
I'd like that .
So I'll see you next time .
I'm going to call you soon .
I'll talk to you later .
See you soon .
Goodbye .
Sure . Let ' s go .
I like this one . How much is the rent ?
$ 850 a month .
Does the rent include utilities ?
No . Utilities are extra .
Where ' s the laundry room ?
It ' s on the other side of this floor .
What ' s your rule about pets ?
We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit .
How come ?
If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ' ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ' ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ' t allow pet snakes in the apartment .
who takes care of bug control ?
We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in .
Thank you very much for taking your time . I ' m still deciding . I will call you tomorrow .
Is it harder than you thought ?
At first it was , but now I've got the basics . It ' s fun .
OK . It's delightful to have a walk in the park with the air so fresh .
Oh , it's so quiet here . We have the park to ourselves , only you and me !
Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left .
Oh , I see them . Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu .
A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China .
And for your entree ?
I think I'll Ty the crisp deep-fried chicken .
Have you ever been there ?
Yes . The scenery there is so breathtaking
Really ?
Yes , of course . It's really worth visiting .
But thats only in the cities , isnt it ?
Right . In the countryside , things are more complicated .
Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities ?
It depends . In some poor , underdeveloped areas , children's education is a problem . Many kids cannot afford to go to school .
Yes , flexible , aggressive and creative people are urgently needed in the marketing department .
Who will be there ?
James is going to be packed off there .
That is good . He can leave you alone this time .
OK . How do you like your money , madam ?
In fifty yuan bills , please ?
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
Fine , Mr . Emory . Would next Monday at 4:00 o ' clock be all right for you ?
Let me take a look . All right , that ' s no problem . See you then .
You ' d better give up smoking . It ' s bad for your health .
You ' re right . But you know it ' s so hard to give up the old habit like smoking .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
It's about the same . I've been thinking of making a change myself . Do you mind if I ask you a few things about your job at the university ?
No , not at all . Go ahead .
Well , I was wondering what the salaries are like ? I mean ... are they much lower than the corporate world ?
Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation .
Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true .
I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that .
Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move .
Yeah , I guess I am . Working at a university is really suits me .
20-30 % . But we proposed the plan from the storage and delivery viewpoint . That is to say , less warehouse space and prompt delivery .
Yes , of course . Assembly would be quite a simple matter . Cycle dealers could put them together in a very short time .
Sales have been exceptionally good during the past twelve months .
Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ?
All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you .
Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ?
Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra .
That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this .
Thanks .
I need a table for two for tonight .
What time ?
We'd like to be seated at 8p m .
Smoking or non ?
Non-smoking .
What name is the reservation under ?
My name is Paul .
Ok . Please arrive at seven forty-five . We can only hold the table until 8,15 .
But for me , the training is waste of my precious time .
I disagree with you . Companies usually make a workable and reasonable plan for the trainings , so as to improve new comers ' understanding of the company and its rules in short time . Through the training , we get to know many things , such as the corporate culture and spirit . Our newcomers can really grasp the essence of the company
It sounds too bad . What will you do ?
Mike suggests me to return it .
That ' s what I want to say .
( Pointing ) This one here .
Ah , yes . There's big cavity .
Can you fill it ?
I'm afraid not . The tooth is too far gone . It'll have to be taken out .
Then I might as well have it out now .
You'd better wait . The gums are swollen . Take the medicine I prescribe and come back in three days .
Can I see your ticket ?
Of course . Here you are .
Your seat is in cabin No . 5 , the upper deck . It ' s near amid ship .
Can you direct the place for me ?
There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there .
I see . Thank you .
You are welcome . Have a good trip !
Can you fax a copy of the tour itinerary to me ?
Of course . Just give me your fax number .
It's 212-331-7600 .
Okay . I'll fax the itinerary to you immediately .
Extra income . They can get rich with sheer ads .
Oh , I understand . She cooks , cleans and takes care of children . Is that right ?
Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
No , thanks all the same .
Well , I am sorry you have to leave so early .
Thank you very much . I really had a good time .
Well , thank you for coming .
So see you .
Bye .
What should I do then ?
I recommend you ride a bike instead of commuting by bus . It may offer you many benefits . First , it's good for your health . I'm afraid it's not necessary for me to further elaborate . While lots of people spend time like an hour each morning exercising , a bike ride to work not only builds you up , but also makes full use of time . You might as well sleep out for a longer hour .
I know cycling is always a more favorable choice than a bus . After all , it's a sport . But do you think it a pleasant experience to take in the dirty , polled air on the road ?
Well , such things are just unavoidable in a great metropolis like Beijing . I think a still more desirable benefit is psychological . Bicycling home after work can help release your stress . Life in the offices is miserable . You just sit there in a daze , gazing at the monitor and dealing with files and documents . Why don't you give a full play to your energy after work ? Enjoy the speed on the road . Just think , you are flashing past the poles with your own energy . How great !
What do you mean ? I bought this computer just three years ago !
Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
Me , too . Why don't we get ready now ?
Sure . I don't want to waste even a minute .
I'm afraid so . I'm terribly sorry .
It sucks . But Arden told me he's satisfied with my qualifications and experience .
He's the only one of the several to decide this .
How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news .
I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you .
But I lost the chance .
Keep working hard , and then you will get another chance of promotion someday .
Certainly , sir . Would you like to open a time deposit savings account or a checking account ?
Actually , I'd like to open one of each , if that's possible .
No problem , sir . What sort of time deposit account would you like to open ?
What are my choices ?
The minimum time period is three months . The longer the period , the higher the interest rate . If you withdraw your money before time is up , there are penalties .
Where did you say she was ?
In Thailand .
I must say I think that is very odd . Are you absolutely certain it was her ?
Yes . yes , I am sure .
Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ?
Quite sure . I mean that hair of hers and the voice of hers .
Are you depositing cash or a check ?
I ' m depositing a check .
Please sign the back of the check .
There you go .
Do you want cash back ?
Yes , please .
How much cash would you like ?
I want $ 150 .
Here ' s your $ 150 .
Thank you , and have a nice day .
You're right . I love it very much .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Please be careful next time .
I will , thank you .
Really ? Then , I guess I won ' t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab ?
Actually , you might because there ' s a big convention in town this weekend .
I ' m not too worried about it . I always seem to find something .
Until the end of the week .
Yes , that'd be all right .
When is your garden at its best ?
It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out .
You're not sure ? You were going at 90 miles per hour ! That's 25 mph over the legal speed limit ! Have you been drinking ?
No , Officer , not at all .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn't paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That's definitely true . I'm going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
I am sorry for that . I was so attracted by the beautiful scenery .
Where shall we go now ? A Chinese restaurant or a local one ?
I suppose the local one .
Here is a gift for you . I hope you like it .
What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love things like this ?
I had my own ways of finding out . It ' s a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you , Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK . Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next Let's sing " Happy Birthday " to Mary .
It is so very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
So you can learn a lot from him .
Yeah , he has no children , so he sometimes feel s very lonely . I often go to his house to play and talk with him . That makes him feel very happy .
How would you consider your salary if you succeed in becoming a translator in our company ?
I believe every company has its own salary criterion . And you will give me a satisfying salary according to my abilities and performances .
Sir ... sir ? Are you all right ? Sir ?
He ' s not answering . You ' d better check his pulse and breathing .
Oh , no . He ' s not breathing , and there ' s no pulse . Call 911 .
Hello ? Yes . Someone has passed out at Connecticut Ave . and 1st St . He isn ' t breathing and does not have a pulse . Yes . My friend is performing CPR . OK . Thank you . They ' re sending an ambulance . Here , let me help .
Yeah but the bus takes a long time . You could fly - it ' s not so expensive these days .
Really ? Maybe I ' ll do that then .
Ok well , you let me know your schedule and I ' ll book a ticket for you .
Ok . Thanks for that !
I have a large family . I have three older sisters , my twin sister , a younger brother , and my parents .
I didn't know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ?
We're identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else !
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father .
I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was ment to be .
McCain is our new President .
You ' re a liar !
I ' m not happy about it , either .
Who voted for him ?
I guess the people wanted him as our new leader .
That ' s the dumbest thing that I ' Ve ever heard .
I have to tell you something else that you probably won ' t like .
What could be worse than what you just told me ?
I wasn ' t serious , because Obama got elected .
That ' s fantastic ! You really got me there .
Oh , I ' m sorry to hear that . I know how you feel . Please don ' t be sad .
Thank you , but I really want to relax myself . I ' m very sorry .
OK . Don ' t let it get to you . Goodbye .
Do you think I can get back to work very soon ?
Don't be in such a hurry . I'm confident that you'll be completely recovered in 4 to 6 weeks .
Is there anything I should do ?
You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while .
Should I take some medicine ?
Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please .
It's very kind of you .
You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery . Goodbye .
You said all that on the first date ? Alright ... Well are you two going out again ?
Yeah ! I called him after I got home to arrange our next date , but unfortunately his grandma is sick so he has been busy every night visiting her in the hospital .
What was she like ?
She was patient , kind , fun , smart , caring , and yet strict , too . I really learned a lot from her .
What kind of things did you learn ?
She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do .
Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ?
If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it .
You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ?
She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined .
I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students .
Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Really ? Doesn ' t every teacher have a teacher ' s pet ?
Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ' t treat me any differently . She really didn ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Do you know what she is doing now ?
As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ' s book .
Have you ever read one of the books ?
Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books .
Why don ' t you recommend one to me ?
ok ! I ' ll bring one to you next time .
It's nice to see you again . Have you changed jobs ?
No . I've been visiting relatives recently .
That's nice . Where have you been ?
I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco .
Are you busy now ?
No . Why ?
How about a coffee in that cafe ?
Great . Let's talk over coffee .
Bottoms up ! By the way what kind of entertainment are we gonna have ?
Dancing . The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us .
Oh , how wonderful ! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys .
I'll surely make introductions for them .
I'm going to Britain .
Really ? How did you get the chance ?
I have been accepted by Oxford University on PhD .
My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University .
I really appreciate your kind words .
Shall we need at 1 fifteen this Thursday ? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit .
Fine , I ' ll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday .
I want a big pan .
Does this one look big enough ?
Yes , it's the right size , but it weighs too much .
Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ?
It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking .
Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it .
I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ?
Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ?
Oh , I'm sorry . Here's the lid . Yes , it comes with the pan .
Very good . What was your favorite subject in middle school ?
English . I've liked English ever since middle school , and then in university , I had some excellent teachers .
How were your scores in university ?
They are above 90 . I ' m in the upper third of my class . I have worked hard at my major subject .
I'm okay . What are you doing these days ?
Not a lot , actually . Busy at work of course - we've got a big project coming up in Malaysia . I may have to go to KL in a few weeks .
That's great . When are you starting ?
Probably in a week or two . I'll let you know .
Are you often traveling by plane ?
No , this is the second time .
That's right . It's normal if you don't often take the plane . Just relax a little bit .
Why this happens to me when I am on the plane ? I feel bad .
Don't worry , sir . It's just because of the lower pressure .
What should I do about it ?
You may feel much better if you chew some gum or peanuts .
OK , thanks . Does it work really ? I'll give a try .
Are you feeling better now ? Do you need some pills ?
Much better . Thank you . I just feel tired but I can't fall asleep .
So , you'd better wear this eyeshade and you will sleep well .
I am not used to wearing that . Thanks .
If you try to adapt yourself to your destination's local time , you'll feel more comfortable . So please try to sleep , and have meals according to Los Angeles's time .
Thank you so much .
You are welcome . Please press the button when you need any help .
Were you celebrating something ?
Yes . It was a friend ' s birthday party . We drank all kinds of things-beer , wine and spirits . After midnight , we were even drinking cocktails !
It ' s a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks . You should stick with one for the whole evening .
I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ' t think I ' Ve see you drunk .
I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints .
You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ' m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ' t ' want another bad hangover .
Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ?
Yeah . That ' s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine .
Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ' s the money .
Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ?
Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ...
... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not .
Yes . I ' m looking forward to it .
Please explain because it makes no sense to me . How can a girl ' s routine be so complicated ? You get up , you shower , you get dressed , you brush your teeth , you ' re out the door . Half an hour , tops .
Jacob , you have the luxury of having a haircut that rarely needs styling . I don ' t . I have to set aside about an hour and a half to get ready in the mornings . Every day , I wake up and head straight for the shower . Every second day , I wash my hair . If it ' s a hair-washing day , I frequently need to wash my hair twice because it gets really oily . Then I usually put in a conditioner and have to rinse that out too . Because my hair is so long , I seldom manage to take a shower in under twenty minutes . Afterwards , I often put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I wait for it to brew . I take a long time to get dressed in the morning . Every now and then I remember to choose my outfit the night before , but usually I do it in the morning . In all , getting dressed takes about half an hour , at which time my hair is now semi-dry so then I have to style my hair . From time to time I ' ll put my hair up , butoften times I bloody it straight . And then , because of the texture of my hair , I regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it from frizzing . That ' s another twenty minutes or so . After that , I have my daily makeup routine .
True , I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on , even when you show up to class in sweatpants . Tell me , how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning ?
Not funny .
Everything's gone .
Is there anything special you'd like ?
Just bring me three bottles each of Jim Beam and Perrier .
Okay , sir . Three of each . Would you like anything else ?
The fruit basket was great . I need a few more apples , please .
Perrier , Jim Beam , and apples . Is that it for now ?
Yes , one last thing
Your order will be brought to you momentarily , sir .
Is this your first year in college ?
I transferred from another school .
Where did you transfer from ?
I was at PCC before .
Why did you transfer ?
I was going to go here first , but my grades weren ' t good enough .
Did you like it at PCC ?
PCC is an incredible school .
Well , I wish you luck here .
I ' m sure I ' ll like it here .
Yes . If your " Love , Amy " purchases amount to 10,000 NT or more , you get a V . I . P . card and a 20 percent discount .
Mmmm ... I'll have to think about it .
OK . Just think for a bit . I'll go help another customer . I'll be right back .
What made you think that she wasn't very confident ?
Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we'll find someone eventually !
It's a shame . Will this afternoon be all right ? But I can only spare you an hour and a half today , from four o'clock .
That's OK .
Order tea . Isn't that what you like to drink ?
Come on , Hugh ! Tea is for wimps ! Please , I need your help .
If you want to be macho , order a double shot of espresso .
Now you're talking . That sounds good . What is it ?
Canada , China , and the USA are huge too .
There are several tiny countries in the world too . Countries like Monaco are smaller than many cities .
Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia . European countries are relatively small . France looks quite big in Europe , but compared to many countries in other continents , it ' s not very large at all .
Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world .
The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used . Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest .
Where's the busiest street of this city ? I am a stranger here .
You mean the seventy seventh ? It's not far from here . You can walk there .
Well , we are so tired today . Can you tell me which bus I should take ?
Bus No . 12 .
Thank you so much .
I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage . The problem is that , for me , each advantage has its own disadvantage .
What do you mean ?
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The tow just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
Nice to meet you too . Let me help you with your bags .
Be careful , Tom . Those are pretty heavy .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
Sure . I think pepper steak is quite good . Many guests like it very much .
OK I will try it . Do you have a small portion ? I am afraid I can't finish the large one .
Yes madam . I will give you the small one .
Anytime . You can reach me at 5558929 .
Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon
Bye , Jason .
I mean her personality .
I'm afraid I know less than you do . Tell me more about her , will you ?
Is it far from here ?
No , it's not far .
How far is it ?
About a mile and a half .
How long does it take to get there ?
5 minutes or so .
Is it close to the subway station ?
Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there .
Thanks a lot .
27th day of the fourth month .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at five thirty .
I am frigid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
See you .
See you .
Please tell your name , company and the nature of your business .
Yes . My name is Lin Tao , the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation .
I see . Wait a minute , please .
( 2 minutes later ) Mr . Lin , Mr . Charles can see you now . This way , please .
Love is blind , you know .
All right , sir . I'll have someone to take you there . By the way , is he insured ?
Yes , he is .
I'm glad to hear that . In case he's not insured , the hospital will never accepts any patient .
Don't laugh at me , please . I'm serious . I've never been required to write this kind of report before , I only do the research reports .
Oh , sorry , I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic .
So what items must be involved in this report ?
First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year .
Yeah , is that all ?
Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events .
That's too complicated .
And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report .
Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ?
I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports .
But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ?
OK , no problem . But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time .
Of course there is . The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration .
Could you move smoothly ?
Yes . My face even ached in the icy wind .
What happened afterwards ?
I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was .
Poor girl !
I'm not sure . Medium I suppose . Maybe a little on the heavy side .
Any marks on his face ?
No , I don't think so .
Glasses ?
No .
What about his hair ?
Black or dark brown .
Long or short ? Straight ? Curly ?
Straight , I think , and about average length
Boy , this sure doesn't help us much . It could be anybody . How about his cloth ? What was he wearing ?
There are beaches in Australia too , but I would prefer a more active holiday this year . We could visit Ayers rock and the great barrier reef . It would be so exciting .
But would it be relaxing ? By summer . I ' ll be quite tired from doing so much work . The last thing I need is to use more energy racing around Australia . I ' d need another holiday to recover from the holiday !
Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ' d be doing something different and not working .
Do you think so ? I ' m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ?
I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers !
That doesn ' t sound too bad . I ' d certainly like to go diving . That ' s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean .
We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like .
We ' d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ' s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow .
It looks like I might have convinced you to go to Australia !
What are they doing in Beijing ?
They are attending an international conference here .
Which hotel are they staying at ?
They are staying at the Hilton Hotel .
Do we have enough time ?
It's a fifteen-minute intermission .
The seats are excellent . We're right in the center .
It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great .
I can't agree more .
Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ?
In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents .
Do you have large concert halls in your city ?
We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller .
That's great . Well , we'd better get back to our seats . It's about to start .
What's more , he said I was the hardest working person in the office !
That's good . Maybe you'll get promoted .
I hope so .
I don ' t say that . But it seems to me the housewife should do that .
I ' m your wife , not a housewife . I have my own work .
Hum ...
( Pause a few seconds ) They say Mr . Chen is an honest , hardworking and responsible man who deeply cares for his family and friends .
What personality traits do you admire ?
Honest , flexible and easy-going .
What leadership qualities did you develop as an administrative personnel ?
I feel that learning how to motivate people and to work together as a team will be the major goal of my leadership .
How do you normally handle criticism ?
Silence is golden . Just don't say anything ; otherwise the situation could become worse . I do , however , accept constructive criticism .
What do you find frustrating in a work situation ?
Sometimes , the narrow-minded people make me frustrated .
How do you handle your conflict with your colleagues in your work ?
I will try to present my ideas in a more clear and civilized manner in order to get my points across .
To secure employment hopefully with your company .
How long would you like to stay with this company ?
I will stay as long as I can continue to learn and to grow in my field .
Twilight ? As in the vampire movies ? No way , I am watching that , but I don ' t understand why everyone is so excited about these films about vampires . It doesn ' t make sense .
Of course it does . It ' s like a modern tale of Romeo and Juliet . You can see a couple who are in love but can ' t be together because they are so different . And in the fact that immortality and super human strengthen this really sexy and there you have it ! Plus the cast is hip , young people that make the movie even more enticing .
I don ' t buy into that . I think it ' s just a fad . Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will be into wear-wolves or zombies !
So how have you been ?
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
A cup of hot orange juice .
Will that be it ?
Yes , that's all .
What's the color of her eyes ?
Dark blue .
Margaret Mitchell .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
I understand , sir . I ' ll bring a doctor ' s note in tomorrow . I am sorry , Mr . Douglas .
They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of physical exercise every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
So you think it's OK for people who are dieting to eat chocolate , don't you ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be treated seriously ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever .
And have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
I used to take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size that I am now !
How about Yanking Beer ? It's very popular here .
Sounds good . I'll take that .
But Could you tell me when he will be back ?
I am sorry , I don't know .
well , do you think I could leave a message for him ?
Certainly .
Ha ha , come on ! Well , I ' Ve been watching what I eat , and working out three times a week . By the way , I heard your son recently graduated !
Yes , my little Paul is finally a doctor . They grow up so fast you know .
He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course !
Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently .
Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended .
Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday !
But of course ! Well , it ' s been great talking to you , but I have to get going .
Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee !
That would be great ! Give me a call !
See you soon ! Bye ! Egg ... I can ' t stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter .
All right . Wait a minute .
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
It's pretty nice , but I'm going to start looking for an apartment soon . Hotel living is not for me .
I know what you mean .
How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ?
I am leaving in two weeks .
So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards .
Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ?
Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ' clock . Is that ok ?
7 is fine with me .
Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty .
I'll be waiting .
Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ?
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed . Does that make sense ?
I think that their attitude is rather casual .
So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ?
I have absolutely nothing so far .
You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ?
Yes , where should we go from here ?
Focus on being relaxed and open , don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about . I'm sure you'll do well .
Why are you going there ?
I will go to Japan on business for 5 days next Tuesday . I want to exchange some Japanese yen .
I see . Will you bring a lot of money with you ?
Not really . I plan to bring some cash and withdraw money at the ATM in Japan .
Do you have the bank card in Japan ?
Nope . You can use the credit card to withdraw the money in foreign countries .
That sounds really convenient . Do you pay extra money to enjoy this service ?
No . It is free of charge .
Great ! I will apply for a credit card when I go to the bank later .
I think we are running out of time . The bank is going to close soon .
You can get a liang if you want . A liang is one-sixteenth of a jin . That would be 330NT .
Whew ! That sounds more like my price range . I'll take two liangs .
I'll have my brother cut some for you .
This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ?
That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon !
Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ?
Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life !
And how about these little brown chips ?
Oh , that's deer horn . That helps you ... umm , how should I put it ?
OK , here you are .
Thanks .
It's OK .
If you agree to pay more money , you could upgrade the carpet .
Would it cost a lot more ?
It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard .
I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color .
Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it .
When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ?
Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday .
why ere you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn ' t it ?
Yes . But those are the rush in that moment . And my boss ask me to do some urgent letters .
Didn ' t you tell him you have an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I ' Ve finish in five minutes . and I didn ' t want to be difficult about just few minutes , if I hadn ' t been missing the bus and in the traffic I wouldn ' t have been so late . I ' m sorry .
Well . You ' re here .
$ 20 per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Oh , Hi Tom , how have you been ?
Just fine . I see . Aren ' t you busying tomorrow evening ?
Let me see . Akha . No , I guess I ' ll be free .
Well , why not dine out together and go to the moves .
Sounds like a good idea .
Ok . I ' l l pick you up at 6 o ' clock .
Thank you for your inviting me . See you then . Bye Tom .
No , thanks .
Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ?
Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears .
All right .
Oh , mostly fiction , lots of romance , science fiction , biography , stuff like that .
Oh , What a cool job ! How long have you worked there ?
About two years now .
It's not as bad as that ... We are allowed to wear more casual jackets and trousers . Besides , didn't you hear what Brian found on his desk this morning ?
What's that ?
Management decided to give him four brand new white shirts . That's their way of telling him that his new style of dressing down is not quite acceptable .
Who are those kids walking down the aisle ?
That ' s the flower girl and the ring bearer . I ' m pretty sure they ' re the groom ' s niece and nephew . Oh , they look so cute !
I just hope the priest makes it quick . I ' m starving . I hope the food ' s good at the reception .
That ' s all you ever think about , food ! Oh , I think the bride ' s coming now ! She looks gorgeous . Wait , what ' s she doing ? Where ' s she going ?
Oh great ! Does this mean that the reception is canceled ?
The essence of filing I remember is to bring together in a single folder or file all papers relating to a particular subject . And outgoing and incoming letters are kept in this file cabinet .
Yes , ' One customer--one file ' is essential . And remember to update them timely .
And each file should be named clearly , either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals .
Correct .
A card index is very important in the filing system . It is a most helpful friend to a secretary , so it must be kept handy and up to date .
Yes , prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office .
I have no idea what kbps means . I just want to be able to get online , play games and chat with my friends . Oh , and watch movies online as well .
Well , this connection might be a bit too slow for your needs . I suggest you get the premium package for fifty dollars a month which includes a connection speed of two megabytes . That way you can play games online without any lag . This package also includes a wireless router and a personal firewall absolutely free !
Do I have to pay an installation fee ?
Lucky for you , this month we aren ' t charging our normal installation fee . You are saving yourself 100 bucks right there ! And we ' ll throw in this pen drive !
Awesome !
Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas .
Cygnet . OK , I've got that .
I've been invited over to a friend ' s , and you ?
My roommate ' s having a party .
I've been doing yoga for a long time .
Can you tell me something about yoga ?
Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy .
How do you feel when you practice yoga ?
Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot .
But it will help you keep fit .
Sure . But more importantly , I can have peace of mind .
You know the car I'm driving , which is still in good condition though it is second-hand . And it only cost me 300 dollars . It was so cheap .
But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones ?
It depends . So you must be careful buying second-hand goods .
Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend ?
Do you know what movie you're going to watch ?
I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ?
None that I can think of .
Well , would you like to go ?
Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass .
All right . Another time then .
That's a little less than I expected . But to me , the most important thing is the job and the people I will work with . Moreover , I am sure I will get a raise quickly depending on my background and experience .
That sounds very reasonable .
By the way , how long is my probation ?
Generally it is 6 months and during this period you are half-paid .
Thanks for your advice , after going through all of these materials I've decided not to go with my initial choice .
Of course , Sir . If I could have your details again and your ID , I'll check them and we can go on .
I ' m a defender . It ' s a lot of fun . You don ' t have to be able to skate as fast on defense .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
No , I haven't , sir .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow to the breathalyzer , please .
But sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse the blow , you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded .
OK , I will blow .
Your BAC exceeds legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle .
Oh , no !
Well , from experience we can predict the lifespan of different components . We try to replace components before they fail or wear out . This prevents the equipment from breaking down . It also saves us a lot of trouble !
How do you prefer to pay ?
Let me use my credit card .
Now , if you'll just sign here .
No problem .
I hope you enjoy your purchase . Good-bye .
Will it shrink when washed ?
Of course not , it is made of pure silk .
I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday . Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195 . 00 . I hit the ceiling when I saw that .
It sounds like you weren't expecting that .
I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away .
Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some .
Thanks , but tomorrow's payday I can make until then . Thanks any-way .
We need a detention warrant .
Is there a problem ?
How many years is my lease for ?
In three years your lease will be up .
Can I move out before those three years ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why would you keep it ?
I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract .
I get it now .
I hope that I cleared things up for you .
Cycling during weekends ? Do you me riding on the mountainous countryside just the neighboring towns ?
Does that make any difference ?
Can't be greater . If you ride on bumpy , hilly roads , a mountain bike is what you need . But if you just ride comfortably along the city lanes , you might choose a road bike .
Are they designed differently ?
A road bike features skinny tires and a light-weight frame . Its riding position puts you bent over the handlebars . It's not particularly beefy in construction , and generally , it won't stand up well under heavy loads or on really rough surfaces . In contrast , mountain bikes have wide tires and a stout frame . You sit higher on them and don't have to hunched over .
How can it be ?
Well , the rate is two dollars for the first two kilometers and twenty cents for each additional two hundred meters .
I see . Thanks for your drive .
That happens in many places . In my city , there is a very good drug rehabilitation program . The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes , but I don ' t know if that ' s the reason for our relatively low crime rate .
Some people believe that a tough approach is better . Other prefer a more lenient approach .
I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others .
That ' s possible , but I ' m not sure it would really happen like that .
See your problem ? You get so restless when it ' s time to calm down .
You ' re right .
I feel they're dirty .
I wouldn't like to be a singer , but I'd like to become a music teacher to teach children to sing , That dream developed in my mind when I was a child .
Are you sure about that ?
I'm quite sure . I've always loved working with children .
Well ... that's a long story .
Yes . She goes three times a week .
Why ? What does she want to be ?
She wants to be a manager .
What classes does she take ?
She takes classes in accounting and business .
Not bad . What about you ?
I'm just a little tired .
Why ?
I have a lot of work to do in the company recently .
How is your family ?
Pretty fine , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ' s two o ' clock . I must go now .
OK , see you next time .
See you .
Yes , I am .
Where in China are you from ?
Fujisan Province .
There are a lot of people from China visiting right now .
It's not surprising . Our school year just ended , and a lot of Chinese are on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay ?
About half a month .
All right . Here's your passport . Welcome to Australia .
Thank you .
Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
I could not agree with you more . But I feel worried about what to do next as soon as I begin to write my resume .
There is no need to do like this . We can surf the net and find some templates for resume .
Sounds good . I will do it in a jiffy . OK ! Let's put our heads together .
You said it . We can also find some helpful advice from some experts .
Terrific !
My sister did it . When did you get yours cut ?
Just yesterday . I'm still getting used to it .
Well , it looks very nice .
Thanks .
Well , thanks for your help .
Tell me which building it's in .
My class is in the C building .
I know where the C building is .
Do you mind telling me where it is ?
Of course , which room number is it ?
Number 261 .
I actually have a class right around there .
Can you please show me ?
I can do that .
Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura .
Do you come here often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can't hear you , the music's too loud .
Let's go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that's why I'm here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That's good . It's good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don't mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I'll do it in a park .
She has blond hair and blue eyes .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
Middle size
Then please look at this suit .
Does this suit come in other color ?
Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown .
How much is the brown one ?
US $ 138 .
Then I'll take it .
It should be coming soon .
It better , because I'm already late for work .
I can't stand riding the bus .
Me too , it's so unreliable .
That is true .
It's also horrible having to be at a bus stop in any kind of weather .
Exactly . That ' s the worst part .
I think it's time we started driving .
Yes , I agree .
It was just over two million euros last year .
Yes , I do . You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map .
I see , thank you .
Certainly , work always comes first .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
Well , I need your ID and $ 27 .
I'll go get it really quick .
Please hurry .
Here it is .
Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork .
I need to use a pen .
Here you go .
Thank you very much .
Thank you . Now turn in your application at Window B .
What day will you need it for ?
We will only be needing it for Sunday .
Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it .
The only two drivers will be Mary and I .
If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ?
Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ?
OK , but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest .
I ' m down in spirits .
What's up ?
My manager jumped on me for my mistake today .
You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing .
I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well .
You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done .
But I doubt myself .
Cheer up ! Don't let me down . We all make mistakes , and that is life .
That takes talent ...
I'm so humiliated ! What's that man saying ? Everyone's laughing !
He said you obviously prefer Greek comedies to Greek tragedies .
Of course . More than that , you have Italy pizza , English steak , kimchi and local specialties .
Woo , I can't help being there .
No wonder .
Here is our brochure . It'll help you get acquainted with our products and company .
Thank you !
Maybe , what shall I do now ?
Well , I think you should pay upon arrival .
Well , I think that's the only thing I can do .
Yes . How much do you charge for it ?
Thirty for each adult , twenty each kid .
I see . Where can I get the food ?
Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables . The hot dishes are on the other side .
Do I need to pay extra charges for drinks like cola and juice ?
Not for soft drinks . But we charge ten yuan for each alcohol order .
Oh , I hope he didn't notice me .
Don't take any chances . It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again . He's already mad at you for last 2 times . Any more and he might fire you .
You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ?
I think he might . You'd better go to his office .
You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic .
Good luck !
This pair is Rolex , right ?
You have a very good taste , this pair is the latest product .
What function does this watch have ?
Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun .
Sounds good .
In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof .
How long is the guarantee ?
We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty .
How much does the pair cost ?
2,200 $ .
It is a bit expensive . But it is worth buying one's favorite . I will take them .
Yes , coffee , please .
Mr CK Chen contacted me this morning and asked me to come in for the remittance .
I've got the details here . 10,000 RIB sent by Mr CK Chen from Guangzhou . Could I see some ID ? You passport , for example ?
Here you go . Can I deposit some into my account and take some in cash ? I need 1,000 RIB for my expenses , you see .
That's no problem . Could you please sign here ? Here's the 1,000 RIB in cash , your passport back , and the remaining balance has been deposited in your account .
The only thing I will need to see is your driver ' s license , as I will be notarizing these papers .
I feel a little overwhelmed by so many papers .
Don ' t worry about how many papers there are . We are going to look at them one at a time .
My boyfriend is an attorney and told me that I could fax him anything if I had a question .
Please get any outside help that you need in understanding your escrow documents .
Is this the last thing that I will need to do before the house becomes mine ?
At the close of escrow , the house will be yours !
What ? Where does that five come from ?
Oh , it's a service charge .
But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ?
Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule .
My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ?
Yes .
Great . Here it is .
Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ?
Yes , please . Thank you very much .
It'll be great to have you again .
Thank you very much .
If you don't know it by now , you might as well not bother studying .
Certainly . Would you sit here please ? I'll call our credit manager .
Thank you .
It's just a formality , but for hire purchase we usually require references .
What kind of references do you need ?
Perhaps your employer could supply us with one .
I'm sure he could , but I prefer not to bother him . Would my bank do ?
Certainly . A simple letter from your bank would be quite satisfactory .
In this case , you should first keep calm and normal to the face .
Don't get nervous and freaked out .
Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation .
There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners .
Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
You should admit your weakness frankly .
Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best .
You must have confidence in yourself .
What are you thinking about ?
We do not want to place ourselves in an inferior position . We are a good , small company---that's why you are interested .
Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ?
If you take a 75 % position in the venture , we would take a back seat to you .
I inspect the home for problems that might not be all that apparent in a quick walk-through .
I asked the owners , and they said that everything was great with the house .
The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future .
I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes .
I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems .
What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ?
I found some fairly major problems . A major support beam in the roof is broken , and the shower floor leaked and rotted out the second-floor joist .
I'd better exercise my body too . My limbs are rusty now .
What should we do , now with Jack out of the game ?
We should choose from the backups .
That ' s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match .
That ' s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle .
That ' s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played .
Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ' ll play inside , OK ?
I agree with you . I think we ' ll play much better than before .
Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic .
Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ?
Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ' m not the boss . Just kidding .
Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ?
Yeah , what ' s up ?
Don ' t you think she looks like your daughter ?
I also have a doubt . Oh , kill me softly , she is May .
You forgot all of about it , didn't you ?
Sure . So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply .
Firstly , your answer should go straight to the point , and be clear and brief .
State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details .
Never should you give an answer completely beside the point .
If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly .
Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule .
Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly .
Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can .
It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer .
Of course . How much would you want to insure these books for ?
Let me see ... I think I can have them insured for five hundred dollars .
Five hundred dollars , so you pay ten dollars for the insurance , that's two percent of the total value of the article .
Here's a check for ten dollars .
Oh , no . This is going in the opposite direction .
Oh , my God !
I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station .
I will . Thank you .
It's almost like going on an ocean cruise except that you go by land . Everything is planned for you from the moment you step on board a luxury coach .
Is it just a bus ?
Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need .
Wow ! That sounds like pure luxury .
I'm Helen Baker .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
I will take some clothes to change and cleaning items .
Have you packed the camera yet ?
Yes . I've already put it in my suitcase .
Pack some necessary medicine in your carry-on .
I almost forget it . Thank you !
She is beautiful .
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
You have been late with your rent several times now . I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself .
Are you throwing me out ?
This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ' t make good on your rent .
If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ?
You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter .
I will go get the money right now .
Thank you . Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier ' s check .
No , they won't . They are shrink proof .
That's good . I will take it .
It's Helen Kent .
Who would you like to talk to ?
I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent .
Is that Mr . Edna Kent ?
That's right .
What number are you calling from , please ?
From code 513 , 432-6748 .
And the number in Japan , please ?
Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 .
Hold the line , please . I'll put your call through .
I received a letter asking me to come in and see you . I'm Mr Simons from Dalton's Electrics .
Oh , yes . Hello Mr Simons . I have some information about your L / C amendment . The negotiating bank has just informed us that the 3rd party does not wish to accept the amendment .
Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ?
I'd recommend going back to the 3rd party , personally this time , and discussing what exactly it is they aren't happy with . Hopefully you can reach some sort of agreement , which is viable for everyone .
What do you mean ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
What did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
Sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
How could it be ?
While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
You didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
Daniel , hold on for a minute . What are you trying to pull there ?
Nothing . Just that I don't care for these carrots . Hi , sis . , I saw you buy some chocolate cakes . I am done with the main course . It's about time for some dessert .
Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak !
No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots .
Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you .
I know , but chocolate cake is even better .
Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now .
Well , actually , I don't mind eating carrots , but chocolate cakes are much better . You know I was born with a sweet tooth .
Of course , I like it very much . Thank you .
John Smith . J-O-H-N S-M-I-T-H .
Can I park here just for a second ?
No , sir . I'm sorry you can't .
Nothing , thanks . I am just not in the mood these days .
Is there something else you need that you can think of ?
Everything I need is on the list .
Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ?
Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ?
Is it ready to be picked up ?
I believe so .
No problem . I'll do that for you .
I really appreciate you doing this for me .
It's no problem at all .
Fine , start the car . now gently step on the clutch and shift to 1st gear . Good , now accelerate gently and let go of the clutch as you do it . There we go , good !
I ' m doing it ! I ' m driving ! This is awesome ! Let ' s turn some music on !
Keep your eyes on the road ! No music ! We are coming up to a red light , step on the brakes . What are you doing ? I said the brakes ! Look out for those people ! Get off the sidewalk !
Get out of my way ! This is just like playing video games !
It ' s the police ! Pull over !
They ' ll never take me alive !
What ' s wrong ?
I think you have chicken pox ! You are contagious ! Get away ! Don ' t breathe on me !
Maybe it ' s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ' t be sure until I see a doctor .
Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ' t get it when I was a kid and I ' Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult !
Are you serious ? You always blow things out of proportion . In any case , I think I ' ll go take an oatmeal bath .
I really don't want to go into the world , I feel afraid of it .
Don't be silly . We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves .
I know .
It tastes like crankcase oil , but delicious .
That's good . You can make breakfast yourself if you don't like it .
What is there besides coffee ?
I warmed a couple of snails , and your eggs are in the frying pan .
Oh , my God . It's nearly eight , I have no time to have breakfast now . My watch says seven fifty .
Don't worry . It's only ten to seven . You must have forgotten to set your watch back .
Yes , it was . The clock on the wall says eight to seven .
Yeah . Keep on eating your breakfast . You can catch the early bus .
Gee . I could have slept another hour .
Sometimes . But I'll never forget the game in which our Chinese Women's Volleyball Team won the World Cup . It is the most thrilling and exciting game I have ever seen .
OK .
Mr . : Right here is the cafeteria .
It's huge !
Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room .
There must be about 50 computers in here .
Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium .
Do I have to take gym ?
Mr . : Just like everyone else .
Yes , it's very important to make an appointment before the interview .
Why ?
If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview .
Yes , you are right .
If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing .
Sure . Why didn't I think of that ?
So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview .
Then how can I make the appointment ?
You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview .
Ok , I see .
If you succeed in doing that , you must attend the interview on time .
It ' s a letter from UCLA about my acceptance .
Read it !
UCLA accepted me !
Really ?
I ' m not joking . I got accepted !
I ' m so happy for you !
UCLA was my second choice , but I ' m happy knowing I ' Ve been accepted .
I am really proud of you .
You have no idea how proud I am of myself .
What ? You feel sorry for the butterflies ?
Yes . I think they should just let them fly free , and not try to sell them to foreigners . It is a kind of destruction of nature .
Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population .
Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here .
How much are they ?
This one is 2300 dollars . Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ?
If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ?
Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this .
Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac .
Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it .
Let's go ask about it .
I loved it . I'll take it .
Great . I can ring you up over here . It comes to $ 87 . 04 .
Here you go ?
Do you have a credit card with us ?
No I don't .
If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today .
Not today . Thanks though .
No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know .
Sure .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ?
Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day .
Great . Thanks for your help .
Thank you , and have a great day .
Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ?
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
I see why it lags behind other towns .
Would you mind changing the position or working place you've applied for ?
No , I don't .
Yes , please . And I'll need an economy class open return .
OK . Don't forget to get your ticket three days ahead .
That's because regular buses don't stop here .
How much is it going to cost ?
Nothing . It's free .
Is that yellow bus it ?
Let's go sit in the back . All the cool kids do .
I have enjoyed talking with you too . Thank you .
May I call you at your home about our final decision ?
Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon .
We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job .
Thank you for your interview .
It's made of genuine ivory , besides , it's of exquisite workmanship . The price is marked 200 yuan .
I'll take it .
What charge was made ?
It was a charge for a $ 350 purse that I never bought .
You didn't make this purchase ?
I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large .
Sorry . When was this purse purchased ?
It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3
We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this .
In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ?
No . We'll take care of everything .
So what's your illness ... shopping fever , sale-itis ?
Ha-ha ... I'm just fatigued . And tomorrow is a big day .
What's tomorrow ?
More sales !
Fine . We ' ll be expecting you .
She is expecting .
Congratulations to you .
Thank you .
You're lucky .
OK , OK , fine ! Just open the gate !
Be patient , miss . It'll just be a second .
Thank god ! A car's leaving . It's my turn !
It may take many years for the trees to grow . I hope people will stop cutting down trees .
But we need the wood .
But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood .
Nothing .
would you like to go to skating ? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday . It's great up there . Would you like to go with me ?
I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much .
Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ?
I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you .
Would you like to dancing tonight ?
I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart .
I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day .
How about the seaside ?
Anything you say , honey .
Are you busy on the 24th ?
24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time .
Ok .
of course . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer ...
don't worry . I'm not much of a dancer myself .
you're dancing so well .
you dance beautifully too .
when did you learn to dance ?
in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ?
it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz .
how about tango ?
oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ?
Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot .
thank you for the dance .
my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink .
ok .
Oh , yeah ? Are you joking ?
Of course not ! I'm telling the truth .
Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already .
Yes , I love my new life .
Actually , one just left ten minutes ago . The next one is at two forty-five , debates at five thirty-five .
Ok , could you give me two tickets for that ?
Sure , that will be thirty-two dollars please .
I think you are well informed about the prevailing market . Some Spanish firms are offering the same at much lower prices .
Price can't be separated from quality . A comparison of the quality of our products with that of rival goods will show you that ours is far superior .
It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ?
Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes .
Take your time , please .
All right . I ' ll call you back later .
About three times a week if I can .
Not bad ! Do you do any other sports ?
Not really . I ' d really like to try golf , though .
Wow , you were pulling my leg all along . I was really fooled .
Alright , now let's be serious . Actually , you get high marks in the exam .
OK , I'll tell him that you called .
Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key . Thank you . Please select an option . Thank you . You have selected withdrawal .
Yeah , yeah , I know what I selected . Just give me my money !
Please type the amount you would like to withdraw . Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 .
No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No !
Confirmed . Thank you for using our bank ! Please remove your card from the slot . Goodbye !
No , not exactly , I'm working for minimum wage . And they don't give extra pay for overtime . Overtime is our own time .
What ? ! Isn't there a law against that , I think there is some legislation that requires employers to give their employees a fair rate of wages . You should know your rights ! If you are putting in so many hours , they should give you some kind of compensation .
They do give bonuses at the end of the year for the employees with highest productivity numbers , but frankly , it's not much of an incentive . They give us a bonus of ten dollars .
That's just wrong ! why don't you just quit ?
I would , but I'm afraid I would't be able to find another job . I don't have very many job marketable skills , there aren't so many jobs that I'm qualified for .
it sounds like any job will be better than the one you have now !
I am in charge of the trading department .
What made you decide to change your job ?
I ' m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible .
Why do you leave your present company ?
I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ' s worthwhile to come here to work .
Why did you pick this organization ?
I'm very much interested in the position .
What made you decide to join our company ?
I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours .
You're welcome , glad to be of assistance .
No , you don't . It is free of charge .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Certainly , would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you give me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure , I'll be back in a minute .
I told you we should have stayed in town today . The weather report said 100 percent chance of snow . Why did you want to come up here ?
I wanted to show you the cabin . We only had another half-hour to go .
Well , now we're stuck . What can we do ?
I don't know .
I've heard that when this happens , it's important to save energy .
What do you mean ?
We're stranded here , Tom . We may be here a long time . We need to conserve the gas in the car . The car's energy is what will keep us warm .
I have plenty of gas .
Yes , but the gas and the battery both have to stay working . We can't just let the car run and run . If we do , it will die soon . Then we'll freeze .
So what can we do ?
Turn the lights off . Then , run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour . That will conserve the heat as long as possible .
Alright . That's a good idea .
I wish we hadn't come up here . Now we'll probably be here for days .
Days ?
Yes , it happens . That is what happens in big snowstorms . People get stranded for days .
Oh , my God ! It's good we have food .
Probably we'll survive . But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes . Then we'll turn it on again .
Okay , I'll follow your advice .
Go and do it now .
Can I have some cookies first , please ?
Sure , here you are .
Aren't you crazy ?
To be honest , I have never been to an Asian country before but I have visited many countries in Europe .
What about America ? Have you ever been to the United States ?
Actually , I haven ' t been to the states but I have been to Canada .
Yes . This big one is badly decayed . I'm afraid it must be taken out .
Oh , I hate having teeth pulled out . Will it hurt ?
No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ?
Will it take long ?
No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ...
Is it out ?
Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look !
Well , really ! That was wonderful ! I felt no pain at all . Thank you , doctor .
Aren't there any trains before ten thirty ?
Sorry , not before ten thirty .
Then one to New York at ten thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
15 dollars . And for a hard one , only 6 dollars .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Right ? OK , got it .
Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ?
Next left then right ? OK .
Just 10 more minutes .
You can ' t imagine what he is like now .
Oh . Ok . And are you open on the weekends ?
Same hours as on the weekdays .
Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ?
Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast .
Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks .
Thank you for calling .
Yeah , I suppose . I guess it isn't healthy to run in this weather .
No , it's not . Not at all . I'd probably freeze my lungs .
Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too .
You ?
Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together .
I didn't know you could exercise .
What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise !
Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth .
No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school . And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym .
You're going to lift weights ? Hah !
Are you laughing at me ?
I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights .
Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low .
It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish . That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter .
So I need to do something too .
But lifting weights isn't the best thing . You should do some kind of aerobic exercise .
I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting . Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ?
It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ...
What ?
I'm still just surprised you really want to do it . It doesn't seem to go with your character .
Certainly , I'll be very happy to help you . Usually we offer current or fixed accounts for individuals .
What's the difference between the two ?
If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher .
Then how about the current account ?
You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book .
Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account .
OK . Do you have your ID card on you ?
Yes .
Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Madam , the manager says can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Madam . If you can find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Madam .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
My pleasure . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer , and I suppose you dance often .
Me ? Oh , no . In fact , I only took up dancing quite recently .
Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well .
I'm glad you say so . You dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got you as a partner .
Thank you for your compliments . It's just you are a good leader . Do you like the foxtrot and tango ?
Yes . And what dances do you like best ?
Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's hidden feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll nor break-dancing .
Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance .
My pleasure .
Ben , we ' re fifteen . What kind of job are you looking for ?
Oh , just for a position as a gas station attendant . You know , starting at a simple lowly job , just like all the greats before they made it big in the world .
Uh-huh .
But I ' m just in it for the money , right ? How else am I going to be able to afford to keep taking Angela to the movies ? Besides , I love the smell of gasoline , don ' t you ?
really ? I ' m very surprised . He doesn ' t look like a guy who ' d ever do that sort of thing , right ?
no , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
how so ?
he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
poor Mary ! She really liked him .
anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
do you think they ' ll get back together ?
no , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
so do I .
You eat too much junk food . That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol .
Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind .
It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on .
How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs !
You are a lost cause .
Rare , please .
Would you like something to drink ?
Coffee , please .
Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
It's wrong because---it isn't true .
You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are , don't you ?
Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again .
Oh , Miss Anna ! That's too hard ! I won't be here long .
Nice to meet you , Austin .
Welcome to our department . I hope you'll like it here .
By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together .
Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me .
Thank you . It ' s very kind of you .
Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out .
Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work .
I prefer seafood .
OK . I will pick you up at your hotel at 5:30 p . m .
That's fine . I'll be waiting for you .
See you later .
Bye .
Of course not . Let me check . Oh , you seem to be correct .
How about taxes service charge ?
Only ten percent of taxes included in the bill .
Then 100 US dollars covers everything , doesn't it ?
It sure does .
Nothing ! Anyway , you ' re right , there ' s no reason this has to be nasty . My lawyer tells me you ' Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement - I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ' s done ... finally .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Then he is really lucky .
Do you think I should wear a different dress ?
No , the one you have on looks fabulous , especially with your hair like that .
Thanks for saying . Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ?
With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect .
Thanks for helping out . Now that I ' m ready , what are you doing tonight ?
Not much , just a house party with some friends .
Sounds fun . Anyone I know ?
Yeah , most of the people are from our office .
Sounds Like I'm missing out on a good time . Oh , well , there is always next year .
I ' m sure you ' ll have fun no matter where you go . Remember to take your bag .
I think they are quite reasonable , and the vegetables are very fresh .
I see you have bought some coffee . Would you mind telling me how much you paid for it ?
Only 2 dollars and 25 cents .
Because orange is much more to my taste .
Please don't tell my mom .
Come on . Dating is a part of young people's social life . Besides , you're sixteen already .
I'm glad that you see it that way .
Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you .
Thank you so much , Lisa !
It's my pleasure !
No , Officer , not at all .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn ' t paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That ' s definitely true . I ' m going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them .
Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ?
I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk .
Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends .
Oh , I'm eager to have a try .
Yeah , I guess I did . They're going to buy invoking ?
That's right . For seventy-five million . So how are you ?
I'm getting by OK . I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new invoking Internet division .
Oh . It ' s a nice day indeed
I hope it won ' t be too hot , I can ' t stand the heat
Really . For me too .
No , not much . I got it on sale at the mall - 60 % off .
Really ? You're an amazing bargain hunter ! Next time there's a sale , promise you'll let me tag along with you .
It's a promise .
No , I'm not . I'm going to look for an apartment .
An apartment ? Why ?
I'm going to try to find a place near the office .
Where are you living now ?
Out in the suburbs . It ' s a long trip to work every day .
How are you going to find an apartment ?
I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads .
Apartments in the city are expensive .
I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management .
Yes . My Manager sent me in , there's a problem with the shipping time . It's been delayed quite significantly and my manager is unwilling to accept it .
You will need to return the documents . That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now .
Thank you . I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out !
Yes , we do . I can cut your hair right now if you like . Do you need a shampoo too , or just a haircut ?
Just a haircut . I washed my hair this morning .
Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it . Please step over there . How would you like your hair cut today ?
Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long . But I want the same style .
I recommend you leave it a little long on top . But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now .
Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation .
So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ?
Fine .
And do you usually part your hair along here ?
Yes .
Alright , I know just what to do . Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends .
Yes , I know my hair is quite thin . It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair .
The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy .
I don't know what to do about it .
Well , there are two things you can do . First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally . That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends . Second , buy a g
Do you sell conditioner here ?
Of course . I have one I can suggest .
Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak .
The problem is the split ends .
Are you looking to get a steel-string or a classical ?
What ' s the difference ?
Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ' s . It ' s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords .
I ' m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar .
In that case , I ' d suggest a steel-string guitar . The best one we have is the Ovation .
This one ' s a little too expensive for me . I ' d prefer something cheaper for now . When I ' Ve learned to play , I might get a better one .
In that case , how about this one ? It ' s inexpensive but it ' s still well made and easy to play .
Hmm . All right , I ' ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well .
You should also get a couple of guitar picks .
Oh , right . Thanks for your help .
Don ' t mention it .
No , I am from France .
2 towels and l Turkish towel , please ?
OK , I will send them to you soon .
Thank you .
Anything else , Mr . Smith ?
No more , thank you very much .
That's 35 yuan each .
Thank you . And what's on tomorrow ?
Tarzan .
Can we get tickets now ?
I am afraid not . Tomorrow is premiere .
But Joe won't you .
Let me take your temperature .
Mom , I don't want to go to see a doctor .
Oh , honey , I think you've caught a cold , you should get a shot .
You need to free your disk space . The simplest way is to use a Disk-Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and in store programs that you no longer use . Things should be fine next time you start . You also need to control what starts up . There is a program calls Start-up Delayer , It can help to set after how much time programs should be loaded after Windows boosts . For example , you can choose to set your Fox Mail program to load 30 seconds after Windows starts up .
Very useful advice , I will try them right now .
Single room with a bath room , please . I would like a room with a view of the whole city .
All right . We have a single room available right now .
What's the rate , please ?
578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV .
Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ?
Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not .
OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ?
Would you like to confirm the reservation ?
Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first .
Pick - up .
What would you like to order ?
I have a menu from your restaurant . I ' ll order using the number of each meal from your menu .
That ' s fine .
I ' d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 .
What size ?
Medium , please .
When will you come to pick up your order ?
I ' ll be there in about an hour .
That will be fine . We ' ll have your meals ready when you arrive . Thank you for your order .
Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry .
I guess you're right . And we'd like to have company anyway .
Exactly , which is why a three-bedroom is better . And look , there are two bathrooms .
Now that's a plus !
Yes , I do .
May I have your name , please ?
Yes , it's Mr . Brown .
Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ?
Oh , this is just fine .
Please take a seat .
Thank you .
Here is the menu .
They did .
What was the score ?
Seventy to sixty-seven .
Ok kids , here ' sa beach ball and a Frisbee , a pail and a shovel . I want to see an impressive sandcastle by the time we leave . Don ' t stray too far . Wait ! Leave your sandals here or put on your wet shoes
And stay in the shallow area . I don ' t want to see you go any farther than that sandbar ! It ' s too deep out there and we didn ' t bring your floatier .
You ' re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ' ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ' ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some
What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you !
Ah ! Not on me ! Ow !
Yes . Here they are . I've marked how many prints I want on each shot .
What size do you want the prints ?
Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one .
Okay , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
Yep . And the date is set for homecoming night .
I thought homecoming was a high school dance .
It's a football game the school team plays at home . The dance and reunions are usually that night , too .
There you are .
He ' s huge ! He must go to the gym to have a well-built body like that .
Do you prefer tall girls or short ones ?
I don ' t mind , but I like girls with long hair .
We have different tastes . I like girls with short hair . I like tall girls-probably because I ' m so tall myself .
Have you ever dated a girl taller than you ?
No , never . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever met a girl taller than me ! Have you gained weight recently ?
Yes , I have . Perhaps I should go to the gym , like that girl ' s boyfriend .
I'm getting a bit plump myself . Perhaps I ' ll go with you .
I work in a publishing house . How about you ?
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
No . if you do that , the workers won ' t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . They think that is must be poor quality if it ' s that cheap .
We can get started as soon as you fill out this form .
I hope you can make the new cards just like my old cards .
You won't be able to tell the difference with a magnifying glass .
... Okay , I'm through . Here's the form and my old card .
Very good . You can pick up your order in one week .
Now that I think of it , three days is better than seven .
We can do that , but you'll have to pay a little extra .
Here's the latest model -- Digital Barbie .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
It's not so wise that you do not explore the children's market .
It's the marketing's fault , I suppose . What do you want to do ?
Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ?
That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up .
I am still young . And I'm growing every minute .
Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope .
I love running . Anything else ?
Please change your clothes first !
I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me .
Sorry , but no jeans here .
Oh , that's the only place where jeans are not popular . I'd better just go home .
In fact , I just swept the floor three days ago .
I think we need to restart the dormitory sanitation inspection system .
I bet nobody will care about it .
You really have keen eyes .
Easier said than done .
Yes . I ' Ve sent letters to several banks . A few have invited me for interviews after we take our examinations .
Well done ! I haven ' t sent off any job applications yet .
Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ?
I ' d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field .
Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well .
That ' s great idea . Do you have the email address of human resource managers at any banks ?
It's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain .
That doesn't sound pretty .
Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
Well , I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends .
You might want to change your plans . With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow , the roads are going to be rather slippery .
I suppose I should . I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions . Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon .
If you're lucky , it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day !
If that happens , then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies .
That sounds like fun .
Hey , look outside ! It's started to drizzle !
English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought .
Oh , I know . I will try my best .
I believe you can do a good job .
Thank you , sir . Could you sign the voucher here , please ?
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Hope to see you again soon .
Well , it can't be helped . We'll just have to put up with it .
Did you know it takes two to tango ?
Gee , that's really nice of you .
Okay , I'll give you a ring next week .
I don't like it at all .
What about guessing games ?
I'm not one for the games .
Let's play other game .
What about playing go ?
OK .
It is marvelous , and the price is marvelous , as well .
Well , you can bet this relationship's going to be a flash in the pan .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn't have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
How about this floor lamp ?
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
It is ? Oh , that's nice .
Huh ? Didn't you know ? Aren't you excited ?
Actually , I'd forgotten about it .
Forgotten about it ? How could you ?
Because I'm not Christian , I'm Jewish .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I'm Christian .
I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ?
Well , I'll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that's not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I'll just enjoy the holiday break .
Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ?
Not at all . A party is a party . I'll be happy to come .
Does he even know how to speak English ?
No . But I thought that you could start with reading and then go from there .
That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me .
Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable !
Oh , all right . Have him come over here for dinner . But you get to make dinner !
I'd hate for you to think I was lazy in returning your money .
Yes , in fact , you can renew this prescription over the Internet and have it delivered to your home .
How should I take this medication ?
You should take it twice a day .
Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ?
You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ' t drink alcohol with this medication .
Should I expect any side effects ?
Sometimes you might feel dizzy , but that isn ' t common .
That would be wonderful . The problem is I don't have an account with you . That is a problem , isn't it ?
Well , to be honest , it will slow things down a little . But it's not a big problem . You can do it by T / T .
T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ?
It means ' telegraphic transfer ' . So , if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere , to anywhere in the world .
Yeah . I've invited a lot of friends besides you .
Should I take my shoes off ?
We all keep our shoes on indoors .
Where are your parents ?
They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves .
That's great !
I'd love to .
That is true . Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way . For example , it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people . To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off .
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
I think Euros will be the best , as I'll only be in Mainland Europe .
Of course . Do you have your passport with you ? How much would you like to purchase ?
5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks .
Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ?
That would be perfect , thank you .
I was there for about three weeks .
That's a long time ! Was the weather OK ?
Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago .
So , what was the best thing about your trip ?
Oh , that's difficult to say . But I guess I liked Nashville the best .
I guess you're right . But like you said , you called me here to check me out . I've been doing the same .
Ha , ha , ha ! That's fair . How did I do ?
Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together .
Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ?
Shoot !
Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company . As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ?
I don't see a problem .
Good ! Do you have any questions ?
Yes , look at the photos I took .
They are beautiful . You did a good job .
Thank you for saying so .
As a matter of fact , you are really a terrific photographer .
Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ' s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ' re not thinking about the long-term damage to the forests . We should also remember that the forests are an important natural habitat for thousands of species of animal and plant life .
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow enough food .
It also means that people sometimes fight over the famp 3land that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
It's going to be 3 dollars 40 cents .
Ah , it ' s hard to say .
For about 3 hours . Enjoy your trip .
Me , what brought that on ?
There's a story about breakdancing in the paper .
What does it say ?
According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style .
Like disco ?
Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance .
And disco a kind of nightclub .
Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ...
So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it . And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether .
You are witty .
Wow , I doubt that .
I hope so .
What is it ? Why did you buy a brick ?
There was a guy on the sidewalk . He had three new boxes , Panasonic video camera boxes . He said he had to get rid of them quick .
And ?
So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks .
And it's a brick ?
Yes .
I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ?
I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store . If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new .
So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic .
Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products . Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new .
But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ?
He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen .
Aha ! Now I understand . You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk . So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated !
C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it . We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box .
That's no problem . He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy . And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from . Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around . So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you . Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks .
You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ?
No problem , John .
Please wake me up at seven tomorrow morning .
May I have your name and room number , please ?
Mr . Lee in Room 1234 .
I work in a publishing house . How about you ?
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
I ' m afraid that I can ' t do that . They ' re at the printer ' s being copied . They ' ll be back tomorrow before 1 o ' clock .
Since you are not the one who caused the accident , your insurance cost should be the same .
What will happen if I chose a smaller car ? Would the payments be the same ?
If you got a smaller car , the cost should be a little less depending on the model , age , and size . Would you still want full coverage ?
Yes .
7880 Crofton Avenue , Building 40A , Room 304 .
That Kenmore looks nice .
That is a wonderful choice .
What makes is so great ?
It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances .
What appliances are you talking about ?
The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser .
May I take a look inside ?
Take a look inside .
It's very nice . I'd like to purchase this refrigerator .
Hey , that sounds a good idea .
This situation isn't easy to handle .
No , not that one . The big one .
Here you are .
Thanks , Dan .
What are you going to do now , George ?
I ' m going to paint it .
What colour are you going to paint it ?
I ' m going to paint it pink .
Pink !
This bookcase isn ' t for me . It ' s for my daughter , Susan . Pink ' s her favorite colour .
I'm still not sure . The type with top quality , I guess . Well , which one do you recommend ?
Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones ?
It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK .
How about Flymo ? It's selling well .
Do you have a warranty on it ?
Of course . The warranty period is one year .
If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ?
Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you .
OK . I'll take one .
That's a good idea . That will allow both you and your parents to enjoy yourselves .
What should we bring besides a change of clothes , money and some snacks ?
It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure .
Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that . Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ?
You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired .
It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy .
Yes , that's right . Having an enjoyable time together is the goal .
I'm sorry , but I've never done this before . How many what ?
How many people are you paying the tax for ?
My wife and me . The two of us .
100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan .
Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan .
Here are your two receipts .
Thanks . What shall I do then ?
Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you .
Oh , I guess I'm a little confused .
We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip .
Thanks a lot .
Yeah , she is so charming . I like her , too .
It's said that her new movie is going to come out .
What's the movie about ?
I'm not sure .
Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ?
I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities .
Yeah , she is great . I also admire her for her concern about society .
You can see the Forbidden City .
What ' s it like ?
It ' s beautiful but crowded .
The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked , but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone .
Wow ! What a hit !
Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off .
Is he ok ?
It looks like it , he ' s getting up .
I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team .
The Giants ?
Yeah .
Well , here we go again .
What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ?
The Redskin ' s quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points . We ' re losing again .
What other features are listed ?
It says that it comes in teal and tangerine .
Totally cool colors !
And it says that it sleeps .
Four - plus public holidays . I usually take two weeks off in the summer and the rest at New Year .
Do you do overtime ?
Yes , if we're busy . I'm paid double-time if I work at weekends .
I ' m going on trial .
What is your trial about ?
It ' s a felony charge .
I ' d be glad to help .
How much do you charge ?
My rate is $ 150 an hour .
That ' s highway robbery .
I don ' t know what to tell you .
Okay . You ' re hired .
Okay-bye ! Have a nice Christmas .
Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff . and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
Well , what's the price of this route ?
That's $ 400 and we will visit 4 cities .
By the middle of October , I think .
That's too late . You see , November is the season for this commodity in our market , and our Customs formalities are rather complicated .
I understand .
Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season .
But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter .
Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out .
I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery .
That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration .
You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands .
But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us .
All right . We'll get in touch with our producers and see what they have to say .
About half an hour , if there's no traffic jam .
Do you think the traffic will be heavy ?
I doubt it . It's not rush hour .
That's a relief .
Sure , speak to you later . It isn ' t urgent . Maybe it is easier if I send you an e-mail .
Ok , I ' ll look out for it . Sorry , I can ' t talk now .
most of the things were household appliance . You know , everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker . I think it ' s an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help
so , what did you get them ?
I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems .
what ' s wrong with is ?
she says that after several years of use , it ' s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise .
household appliance don ' t seem to last for a long time nowadays .
I think it ' s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models . Because they know that we will buy the new models , the appliances don ' t need to last more than five or ten year
Yes , I think so .
I do wish I could lose weight
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should exercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class ?
Yes , maybe I should .
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
I'll get used to not seeing my parents .
That's fine , but we have only a single room , is that OK ?
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
Maybe you are right . Well , you can talk with them .
That bill should have been mailed about two weeks ago .
It never came in the mail .
My computer shows that it has already been mailed .
I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ?
You should try contacting your post office .
If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ?
You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension .
Thank you for all your help .
You are very welcome . Have a good day .
I checked it already .
Do we have it available ?
It wasn ' t there .
I guess it is lost .
Will you be getting another copy ?
Yes , we will .
Could you reserve a copy for me ?
I can do that .
That ' s great . Thanks a lot .
Good to see you too !
Well , please sing one that ' s not sad .
OK , I ' ll sing San Francisco then .
I saw that your Corollas are on sale .
Yes , it is really a good deal . $ 1,000 discount . I've never seen a sale as good as this one .
Tell me about Corollas .
Sure . It has 1 . 8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16 . 000 .
Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ?
You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere .
I am serious . $ 15,000 .
Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do .
No . Just talk to your manager and let me know .
Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 .
The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats .
You are really tough . You got a deal .
Thanks !
No , you give a wrong number .
oh , I'm sorry to bother you .
That's all right .
Sounds pretty good . I see the equalizer has a good selection of settings .
You can also play Ccds on it if you hook it up to your TV .
Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help .
No problem . Hope to see you again soon .
That name doesn't ring a bell . But tell me more .
He was on the diving team with me in high school and saved my life one day .
Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake .
You're glad he saved me , huh ?
Absolutely ! Bob and his whole family are welcome here any time !
Thank you .
Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted .
I see . What if the person wanted is out ?
In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message .
Is there anything else I should do ?
Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order .
All right .
If you have any questions . I will help you .
Thank you .
Maybe it is the most difficult period of my family have experienced .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
Several years ago .
I learned to be patient when dealing with customers complaints and try my best to solve them . In addition , I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues .
Does your current employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me .
What is your impression of your present company ?
Very good .
What would your current colleague say about you ?
They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker .
Yes , they do .
Do you think this is a good idea ?
Yes , I do .
Do some children go on to university ?
Yes , they do .
What examinations do they take first ?
O levels and A levels .
How long do you usually stay at university ?
Three or four years .
Are you American ?
No , I'm a Britisher . Where do you come from ?
I come from America . Are you a freshman ?
Yes . What about you ?
Me , too .
Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends .
Yeah . Anytime .
Just a minute . I'll check if there is any availability . I'm sorry , sir . There isn't any table left for 7:00 , but we can give you one at 8: 00 . Would you like to make a reservation at that time ?
Let me see . It seems a little late .
Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time .
OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 .
Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ?
It's John .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Have you graduated from college ?
Yes . I graduated last year and got a job in a press .
great !
well , I wish someone could talk to me about Western table manners
sounds interesting . Where did you get the idea ?
as you know , table manners in China are quite different from those of Westerners .
absolutely . that's because both of us have distinctive cultural features .
for example , in China , it's okay to talk while eating . However , you may regard it as rude .
yes . this must be a huge difference .
can you think of anything else ?
sure . We tend to think that the slower on eats , the more polite one seems .
I didn't know that before .
and we never sip or slurp the soup loudly . we quietly like little mouthfuls .
i got it . i'll bear it in mind .
don't worry . i'm sure our etiquette will become a natural part of your behavior as time goes by .
I hope so .
No , I'd like to book a single room with one double bed .
How long will you be staying ?
2 nights , how much does it cost ?
A single room costs you $ 85 / day .
Does the charge include everything ?
Yes .
Do you require a deposit ?
No , You can pay when you check out .
what kind of errands do we need to run ?
well , we could go to the newsagent ' s to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher ' s to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist ' s to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I ' ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
fine , we ' ll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We ' re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
ok , let ' s go then !
do you have any money ?
for what ?
for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
you said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
She loves to nit-pick and criticizes everything that I do . I can never do anything right when she's around .
For example ?
Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her .
No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen .
It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids .
My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us . If it wasn't disciplining them enough , then we were disciplining them too much . She also complained about the food we fed them , the schools we sent them too , and everything else under the sun .
You said she used to ? How did you stop her ?
We basically sat her down and told her how we felt about her constant criticizing , and how we welcomed her advice but hoped she'd let us do our things . She understood , and now everything is a lot more peaceful .
That sounds like a good idea . I'll have to try that .
I propose we accept the minutes .
Good . Do I have a second ?
I second .
motion carried . Now , next on our agenda is our budget review . Margaret , can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands ?
I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week . We've had the review board going over everything , and they have come up with a final review . Here's a copy for everyone , and if you have any questions , you can talk to me after the meeting . Basically , the budget review has been completed , with maybe a few polishing details left .
What kind of action is required ?
If everyone could take a look at the final review handout , if there're any objections or corrections , let me know . Next week , we can cast the final approval .
No . I can text the address to you if you are not clear about it
Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ?
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
Thanks a lot .
Here is the agenda for the meeting and that's all for the messages .
I need to make a deposit .
Will you be depositing cash or a check ?
I will be depositing cash .
How much would you like to deposit ?
It ' s going to be $ 300 .
What account would you like to deposit that into ?
Could you deposit that into my checking account , please ?
Can I do anything else for you today ?
That ' ll be all . Thank you very much .
Okay .
Pick up a wood and hold it like this , interlocking your fingers .
OK .
Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can .
Hey !
Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible .
Got it .
I accidentally ripped the cover .
You will need to pay for the damage .
How much do I need to pay ?
I ' m going to need $ 5 . 00 .
That ' s not too expensive .
It isn ' t .
Here ' s the $ 5 . 00 .
Thank you .
No problem . Have a good one .
There are about 30 million people in my country . Most of them live in the north .
What ' s the average income ?
That ' s the really hard to say . I think most people earn about two thousand dollars a month , if you convert the money from our currency into dollars .
So your country is fairly rich .
I think we are richer than most countries , but not as rich as countries in western Europe . Our biggest problem at the moment is unemployment , which is roughly 8 % . It has doubled over the last four years .
Unemployment in my country is a fraction of that .
June 3rd .
The flight number is Cz353 . it departs at 17:10 and arrives at 45 .
Okay . I will book this flight .
Your passport , please .
Here you are .
Then , it would be a little bit harder to find out your way . Do you remember the name of the street , or one or two landmarks ?
A bookstore , probably . With a yellow and orange logo .
Good , any other clues ?
I remembered there is a very busy street several miles away . I waited for the traffic light for a very long time .
Oh , is there a bank near there , Standard Charted possibly ?
Oh , yeah , I got it , there is a bank My friend exchanged her money there .
That's the second branch hotel of Hilton . Walk straight down and you will see the bookstore you just mentioned . Turn left , I believe , you will get it .
Great ! Many thanks !
What time do you want me there ?
Anytime after six will be fine .
All right , It's a date .
It takes only ten minutes .
May I take a bus or a taxi to get there ?
You can take No . I bus or a taxi .
Excuse me , sir . Where is the No . 1 bus stop ?
Please turn right at the traffic lights .
Thank you very much .
Do you watch it or do you still play it ?
I only watch now .
I had no idea .
Is that right ?
I didn't hear anything about it .
Can you go ?
What time ?
It starts at 8 o'clock .
I'll go .
I hope that I'll see you there .
No doubt .
Yes , I know , sir . I'm sorry .
Well , what's your excuse then ?
My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home .
Oh , Yes ?
It's true , sir .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Of course .
Yeah . Each style is specially designed by world's top designers . So they can always make you look amazing .
I see . Come here . The high heels here look really attractive . But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them ?
Not really , especially at the beginning , if you wear high heels all day long , your feet would hurt . But , no big deal . Women can always get used to that .
It's not a simple thing to be beautiful .
Sure . But everyone loves to be beautiful . Hey , do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well ?
Yeah , very tasteful . And with them , you look even more fashionable . Oh , there are so many French perfumers . Oops , perfumes for guys ? So strange !
Come on . Fashion is not only for women . Men also share the equal right to chase fashion . It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes , which is called cologne .
Oh , really , that's really something new . I'm afraid not everyone can accept it .
It takes time for that . But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly .
That's true . Well , it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing . So , do you spend all your money on it ?
No . Fashion is just part of my life , which improves its quality . But also , I'm good at financing . I have a credit card , but I never overdraft .
How is it that you are my mom's sis ? You two are so different . She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns . You do so much better than her .
I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits .
No , it's 777-9344 ?
Oh , I ' m so sorry .
That's OK .
It's very kind of you .
Would you like to order now or wait for a while ?
Bring me the menu , please .
Honey , it's just windy and raining outside .
Ar ! Dad , the power went out .
Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl .
It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . we need a record of you education and your work experiences .
Very good .
Do you have any identification ?
Yes , I have my driver's license .
Fine .
Do you have any skirt that will go with this sweater ?
Sure , we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with the sweater . I especially like this flowery skirt . It's very much in style this year .
I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ?
Look on the rack to your right .
Oh , yes . Just show me where the fitting rooms are now . I can't wait to try this on .
I plead not guilty .
All the evidence indicates that you are guilty .
I realize that , but I am not guilty .
Is that right ?
I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed .
Who is the guilty party ?
I ' ll tell you if you let me go .
I ' d be glad to make a deal with you .
I am willing to tell you that information .
I really find Chinese dishes more to my taste .
I'm too fat for a bikini .
You aren't fat . I'll bet you'd look great in a bikini . How about this thong bikini ?
I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos .
I guess that one-piece isn't too bad , either . ( to be continued )
I guess that's just the luck of the draw .
I want a rematch . Let's play again .
Sorry , not tonight !
I cannot belive that . It must be cooked up by someone .
Anything of value in it ?
A postal order for four hundred dollars .
In that case , you'd better have it registered .
Will I be informed when my friend gets the letter ?
Yes , when your friend gets it , he'll sign a receipt , which will be sent to you by mail . Then you can be sure it's been received .
All right , I'll have it registered , then .
The faucet in the kitchen is leaking .
I don ' t understand what the big deal is .
That leak is a problem for my water bill .
What you would like me to do about it ?
The leak must be fixed .
I won ' t be able to fix it at the moment .
I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet .
If that ' s the case , then I will fix the faucet .
Thanks for understanding .
Ok , I will go into more detail . A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation . You can discuss with him the program selection , changing or adding a program , the requirements for graduation , and other problems related to your study . You will choose some courses , and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation .
Everything is so new to me . I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there .
Sure , very difficult .
I am very grateful for your advice .
It's my pleasure to talk with you .
It's a good way to save money .
Saving money ? How much money can you save by those 1 or 2 dollar discount coupons ?
How much ? Last week I save $ 10 on food .
I have two years driving experience .
That's good . What special skills do you have , can you tell me ?
I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Windows , Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel .
What computer languages have you learned ?
Visual C + + , C and Delphi .
Have you gotten any special training in programming ?
No , but I have database programming experience and network knowledge .
It's a one-bedroom , one-bathroom apartment .
Just two people .
Would you like to sit in a smoking section , a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first ?
We prefer non-smoking section .
I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ?
How long a wait do you think there ' ll be ?
I think about ten minutes .
Ok , we'll wait a while .
I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me .
Thank you .
This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ?
Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please .
Yes , and what would you like to drink ?
One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please .
Would you like a dessert ?
What special kind of desserts do you have ?
Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding .
Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course .
All right . I'll bring your soup right away .
Um , Tracy ? I think that ' s a little too formal . I know you want to be polite but you've already made contact with them , so in English you can be more relaxed in the opening ...
Okay , more relaxed . Got it . Hey , Sally , what ' s up ? It's Tracy here , just .
Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with " Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ?
Great , okay . " Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine " .
That's great ...
" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "
Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her .
Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with " All the best , Tracy " .
Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with " Yours Sincerely " . That's more professional .
Oh , Melanie , you are a life saver , thank you !
Sure , I see safety is most important thing ! Accident is awful ! I will take your advice !
Besides , traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying , are they ?
Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely !
Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely !
Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting !
Why not ?
Can you see that road side help ?
Yes , We are going to across real road .
That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away .
What other signs what we see in road area like this ?
There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children !
It's a good thing that I have choices here . Can you tell me about the one on Saturday ?
Sure . It's to raise money for the homeless .
What about the performance itself ?
Oh , it's a reserved opera named ' The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven ' .
Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite .
It surely is . And the cast is really the best .
Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ?
The price varies according to the seats . 300 for the front , 200 for the middle , and 50 for the back . Which kind would you like ?
Two for the front . One last thing , are there any English subtitles for the show ?
Yes , we have subtitles both in Chinese and English on the big-screen just beside the stage .
Terrific . May I stop by to get that two tickets tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . And our theater is located on Liberty Avenue , just opposite the biggest guitar store . Can I have your name ?
B . S-H-I-R-L-E-Y .
Got it . Thanks for calling . Bye .
I got a really wonderful cookbook for my birthday and decided to try out a few of the recipes .
The chicken is out of this world !
I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice .
I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup .
Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass .
It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal .
I love this wine ! It goes very well with the chicken .
I came here only a month ago .
Oh , can I ?
Yes , please .
Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ?
Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 .
What time do the special rates apply ?
Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir .
I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room .
Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ?
This is Mr . Ma in room 215 .
OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards .
Thanks very much for your help .
You're welcome . Bye .
Bye .
If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Medium , please .
Anything else to go ?
Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also .
You've got it .
Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away .
Sure . It's seven eighty-nine .
Here's eight dollars . Keep the change .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice day .
8902365 .
And your address , please ?
845 lincoln Avenue .
When do you want it cancelled ?
Beginning the first day of next month .
Okay .
We have Techne , and it is available in lotion or cream .
Do you find that one works better than the other ?
I have heard that the cream is longer lasting .
Is there anything I can take that will help with the itching ?
If you take an antihistamine , that would help a lot .
Thank you for helping me figure out what to do with my poison oak .
It was a pleasure . Come back anytime .
Oh , moblogging is a combination of the word ' mobile ' and ' blogging ' . It's another form of blogging . Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices .
Sounds interesting ! That must be very convenient .
Yes , you're right . I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move . It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me .
How can you do that ?
Well , if I simply want to write a few words , I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser .
What if you want to publish some photos ?
Then I'll shoot some pictures , re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog .
I see . Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you .
You bet it !
I'm sorry , but he's not in the office now . Do you have an appointment ?
An appointment ?
Yes . What time did he expect you ?
He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time . He said I could come any time before noon .
I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ...
Today is Tuesday .
I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side .
That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him .
Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ?
Alright .
He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ?
Friday is good .
Morning or afternoon ?
Morning .
I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ?
Yes . My name is Laura Wills .
Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
And what's the maximum output ?
If we're running at full capacity , it's 160,000 tonnes per annum .
Ann , this is Sam . Look , Ann . I wanna see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
I am sorry . I am very tired . I'm going to bed early .
What about tomorrow evening ?
No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now .
But Ann ..
Well , my family's away and I can't afford to do much . What about you ?
Oh , I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet .
Do you really think so ? I don't . It will just make us fat and act silly . Remember last time ?
I guess you are right . But what shall we do ? I don't feel like sitting at home .
I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends .
That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them .
Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too .
Good . Let's go now .
All right .
Do you think I believe the story like that ?
But it's true .
How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ?
That's coincidence .
Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time .
I promise I will .
You'd better .
Okay , I'll pick you up at eight o'clock .
Fine . See you later .
I want to go to Shanghai , but I also want to visit Hainan .
Then which will be your first choice ?
I don ' t know . How about you ? are you staying here or somewhere .
I have decided to go to Tasha .
By train or by plane ?
By plane .
I can't afford to .
All right . Now that everybody's here . Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin , are you ready ?
Yes , thanks . Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials .
Excuse me , Miss Lin . Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well .
Sorry , I'll try to speak louder .
Beth , what date is today ?
Today is Saturday .
What is the date today ?
Today is July 4th .
Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday .
Call her on my cell phone . Wish her " Happy Birthday ! " Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day .
Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ?
It is December 25th .
Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day .
Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ' s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ?
April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too !
That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast .
Thanks .
After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6
I guess so .
How about going for swim around 10
That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated .
Happy Independence Day !
So are Copernicus and many others .
Sure , come with me . Hello , Michael , this is Steven . He will be part of your team .
Hi , Steven , welcome to join us !
I ' Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance .
That ' s right . Just call me if you need anything .
That's great .
Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ' ll introduce you to them later .
All right .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop ?
It ' s a problem , because my boss is in that shop now .
Ok , I will go there myself .
Sorry , Mr . Polly .
It doesn ' t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ?
Have a try .
It's mild , but it's not always pleasant . The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East . It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South .
Which seasons do you like best ?
I like spring and summer . The days are long and the nights are short . The sun rises early and sets late . I don't like autumn and winter . The days are short and the nights are long . The sun rises late
That's better . I like travelling .
No , I want a double room . By the way , is there any discount for children ?
Yes , children are half price .
Ok , please have me arrange one .
not far . About 150 meters perhaps .
ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
ok . Where do I go then ?
you ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
got it . Thank you very much .
No , I just watched Supergirl , and it began too late in the night . I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock .
I don't like this program , because there are too many constant arguments between the judges .
The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles .
Do you have much time watching TV ?
I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio .
I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station .
If they could make beautiful ads , I could bear .
It's a girl .
Can I hold it for a moment ?
Sure . She is a peaceful child .
Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes .
So they say .
When are you returning home ?
Well . The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth .
You can use some time off . You ' Ve been working too hard anyway .
All right , Mr . Jones . Do you think we ' ll need anything else ?
Good gracious . That ' s incredible !
She married Jerrod .
You ' re kidding .
She ' s going to live in Paris .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
It involves a lot of travel .
For two days .
Do you have a fever ?
I ' m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold .
Let me take your temperature first .
That's true . And sometimes the tickets are cheaper during the week as well .
OK .
Well , sir . Come with me . I will show you the waiting room . You must be tired . Have a short rest there . We will call you later .
Thank you .
That will be fine .
Here it is . I usually use the machine , but there seems to be such a long queue at the moment .
Yes , it's the same every day during the lunchtime rush . We will be putting in a new ATM in the near future , though . That should help to ease the queues .
I'll look forward to that , I can't stand queuing .
I know what you mean . How much would you like to deposit with us today ?
1,000 RIB , it should all be there .
That's correct , 1,000 RIB . I'll need your personal code to deposit this . Could you enter it on this key pad , please ?
OK , done . When will it show in my account ? Not for withdrawal , I mean just registered .
It will show in your account straight away . Here's your card back and could you please sign the slip here ?
That's fine . OK . Thanks .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
I bumped it by accident , but I didn't mean to do it .
It was my favorite .
I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ?
Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually .
First I was late for school this morning , and now I broke your vase . This isn't my day !
I guess I'm glad exams are over .
No , not yet . He's still here . He's going to move tomorrow .
When ? Tomorrow morning ?
No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour .
He's a very nice person . We will all miss him .
When will the new people move into this house ?
I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow .
Will you see Mien today , Janey ?
Yes , I will .
Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house .
No , he didn't want to leave , but his wife did !
No , I'm not . What are you planning to do ?
I'm going to see a musical . Would you like to come ?
Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn .
All right ! Thanks !
Are you kidding ? You got the leading role .
I know , but I've done that so Ay times . It's getting old . The leading guy is always the same macho A .
I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A .
Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script .
I do a good old lady . I wouldn't mind being the damsel in distress once in a while .
All right !
Yes , that would be perfect .
See you tonight then .
Yes . Thank you for inviting me .
Would you like anything in particular ?
The Perrier and the Jim Beam . Let me have three more of each .
Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ?
I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please .
Sure thing . Might there by anything else ?
Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too .
Perrier , Jim Beam , apples , and grape juice . It will all be there shortly , sir .
Just come over here , sir . First you need to sign in and get your photo nametag .
And don't forget to put in an order for your reunion memory book .
Would you like to donate to our alumni fund ?
Well , there are still some consolation prizes . We can go up to the front and pick them up .
So , what did you win ?
A lousy desk lamp . And you ?
A bar of soap !
Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow !
Why don't you go talk to her and find out what her secret was this year .
These ?
Yes , please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ' s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ' re not thinking a
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow e
It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
But I don't know how to play basketball .
It's OK . Don't worry about it . Our school coach will train us to play basketball .
Yes . I was in charge of profit and loss for the northwest region of Canada . As a manager , I was directly responsible for a 50 % increase in sales over a four-month period .
What , do you believe , are some of the key attributes that helped you to achieve such an outstanding increase in sales ?
I believe persistence and perseverance are key attributes .
You have to type all day .
Yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ?
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
Did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
No . did you ?
Yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
Yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
Most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
That happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
Actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Well , I need a Deposit Certification to handle this .
Yes , we have this service . Have you got a deposit certificate and your passport ? I'm sorry to ask you , but your passport is very important .
Yes , yes . Here it is . By the way , is there a handling fee ?
Yes , I'm afraid there is .
Yes , she does . But she's working in Washington , D . C . , right now . Her job is top secret .
Wow ! ! And what does your brother do ?
He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there .
What an interesting family !
Oh , I see , since I'm a heavy smoker . May I change my seat ?
Then I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment . please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around .
oh my , no internet access is killing me .
can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
well , the term " discomgoogolation " comes from " discombobulate " and " google " . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
then , you're probably addicted .
What happened ?
You were right , it was from a headhunter . He wouldn't tell me anything without a signed contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work out .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I ' m going there tomorrow .
Great ! Good luck .
And I think I'll look in on a few other Employment Agencies while I ' m downtown , to see what they have .
Good idea . The more people you ask , the better your chances are .
If only he knew it .
Think a little . I think he means well at the bottom of his heart .
Alright , maybe it's a little bit cheesy . But come on , isn't it fun to go to a cheap flick once in a while ?
Actually , I have to admit that you're right . I like some pretty cheesy movies too . I love Arnold Schwarzenegger action flicks , especially " Terminator . "
Haha , that's definitely a cheesy movie too . Did you watch it over and over again ?
Well ... I saw it only once , but for the next two months when I talked to people , I pretended I was the Terminator .
What about the balance of the order ? Can they also arrive at our company quickly ?
We can deliver the balance at the price already quoted in 10 days .
Can you deliver them earlier ?
I am afraid we can not do that . Would you be willing to sign an annual contract on the basis we discussed ?
Possibly , subject to quality and delivery guarantees .
Of course . Well , in that case we could offer a 5 % discount for a confirmed monthly order for the next 12 months .
I was looking forward to something a bit more substantial . As you know , we have long-time cooperation .
I'm afraid that's as far as we could go . We'd already be stretching ourselves to the limit .
Well , let's shake on that and draw up the details of the contract .
Of course .
Do you have one of better quality ?
This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive .
There is no problem about the price . How much is it ?
Two hundred and thirty-five yuan .
OK , I'll take it .
I'm good . How are you ?
Good . Do you speak English ?
A little . Are you American ?
Yes .
Where are you from ?
I'm from California .
Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too .
Okay . In the middle of their streets there are parks , big soccer fields as far as you can see .
Really ?
That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m .
Are you serious ?
I don't know how they function the next day ! It's like they eat and breathe soccer !
Easy ? Ha ! ! It was easy for them to cheat you ! !
Oh , come on ! I just gave them my e-mail , my address and my phone number . And my name , of course .
You never cook . I always do .
I think you're a better cook than I am .
Oh please , you need to cook tonight .
So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ?
It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ?
I'll cook dinner , don't worry .
I'm going to go rest for a little bit .
I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ?
Thanks .
Well , I just think he deserves it .
That's beautiful .
Would you mind telling me the reason ?
I need to continue to deal with my business . I haven ' t finished it yet .
Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ?
No . Thank you .
But you have to pay the fee for refund .
OK . I will pay it by my bank card .
Just goes to show that you should buy companies not ideas .
I changed my strategy around too . I invest in good companies now .
Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Ted ?
No . What happened ?
He lost his kids ' college money by trading .
Oh , boy . His wife can't be happy about that .
That sounds like a good idea . The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado . but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
That's right . It could last six months or more . This model's designed for heavy use . Don't worry - you'll get an error message telling you when to change the head .
Providence , Rhode Island . do you know it ?
I am not sure , where exactly is it ?
Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ?
No , I was born in Gaoxiong , I only moved to Taipei after I graduated .
What's his problem ?
This may be complicated . But I think he may need to build up his self-esteem .
How can his he do that ?
There are a lot of ways to help a kid build up self-esteem , but to begin with , you can try and give him more rewards . Rewards will help a chil improve his self-esteem .
Good . I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation .
Well , I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms .
I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts .
But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially .
Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability .
In what way can we solve the problem ?
Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ?
Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks .
So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months .
Well , we accept your suggestion .
I got it .
Yup . Hey , do you want to see a picture ? See , he's eating lunch .
This can't be the same dog . He's so clean , he shines .
See , he's wagging his tail .
He's really cute . His bowl even has his name on it .
What time does the 7:59 get to London ?
At 9:36 . And the 9:18 gets to London at 9:55 , the 10:32 at 11:09 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19:00 and the next is at 19:40 .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Generally speaking , Cantonese food is a bit light ; Shanghai food is rather oily ; and Hunan dishes are very spicy , having a strong and hot taste .
Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared , delicious , and very palatable . They are very good in colour , flavour , and taste .
Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ?
No more , thank you . I'm quite full .
Did you enjoy the meal ?
It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner .
I'm so glad you like it .
Thank you very much for your hospitality .
Do you know where your polling place is ?
My polling place is up the street at the park .
Oh , really ?
Where ' s yours at ?
I ' m not sure .
You should know that already .
I didn ' t receive my polling place in the mail .
You do know that you can look online , right ?
I didn ' t know that . I ' ll go look right now .
Maybe . I ' m not sure why they have fashion shows like this . Hardly anyone will buy those clothes . The clothes you see are nothing like the ones that ordinary people wear . It seems like a waste of money .
I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons . First , it ' s just like a big party . They can meet each other and network . The other thing is that it is great advertising . All the journalists and photographers are there . Thirdly , it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing .
You meant it ' s an expression of their fantasies ?
Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ' t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ' don ' t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ' .
Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish .
Come on . All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes .
Thank you . I appreciate the compliment .
You may keep it for the time being . I'm not using it now .
That's fine , but we have only a single room , is that OK ?
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
Thanks .
No , I need my books .
Come on , if we save more money we can retire earlier , and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the $ 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could ' Ve gotten something for less .
O . K . Let ' s compromise , if you agree to only spend $ 75 on books , I ' ll agree to only spend $ 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
He is everybody's type .
What position does he play ?
Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan !
Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement .
Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now .
Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer .
That is not true . They are just jealous of him !
Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart .
You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow .
By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ?
You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders .
Oh , My chance is slim then .
Want a ride to the office ?
Yes , by all means . I was just about to leave .
Hold on . Just 5 minutes .
I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you .
It's my pleasure . See you .
Hi , Basil .
Hi , Ruth . Hop in .
Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ?
Of course I don't mind . For your report ?
Yes , I finally have an inspiration .
Good for you . No problem , I'll listen to the car radio
Oh . Current account don ' t pay our interest .
Why is that ?
It ' s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ' t expect a large amount of deposit in current account .
I see . How do I draw money from my news then .
No , tell me more .
Well , I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week .
And .
And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed .
That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica .
I will , Michelle . Speak to you soon .
Bye !
Would you like another one ?
No . Can I have my money back ?
Hmm ... have you got a receipt ?
A receipt ?
Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt .
Oh , I'm not certain , but I think I've lost it .
Go ahead .
I'm a tourist in this city and unfortunately I've lost my card !
Calm down , Sir . Is that an IBA Debit or Credit Card ?
Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere .
Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ?
I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again .
That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you .
Thank you . Thank you very much .
Get in and close the door .
Can you speed up a bit ?
Sorry . The road is too crowded .
But I have no time to lose .
But I can't help it .
Can you drop me off here ?
Sorry . We mustn't stop here .
Really ? Even for such an excellent one ?
Oh , no . We just did it last week .
Come on . What do you want to do ? Washing clothes or cleaning the house ?
I'd rather wash the clothes .
Okay . Here is the laundry .
Oh , My God ! So much !
Don't worry . I'll help you with it later .
Oh , give me a break ! That place is too lavish for us .
Easy . It ' s on me .
In that case , I ' m right behind you .
It is strange that some people are quitting their jobs in order to find a better one . What do you think ? Do you want to quit your job ?
No . Not now . I think I'll try to keep this one .
No way ! I like my apartment , and I like to be independent .
Do you ever get lonely living alone ?
Not at all . I see you and your family twice a week , and I enjoy seeing my own friends . I ' m too busy to feel lonely !
The day after tomorrow .
Which flight do you want ?
I'd prefer a morning flight .
What about Flight 516 ?
Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ?
1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ?
Credit card .
OK . Here's your ticket .
Thank you .
I think he'll be back in about an hour at least .
Well , may I leave a message ?
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ' s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole !
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
But we have only moderate mean at hand . If you can do us a special favor this time and allow us to delay payment , we'd really appreciate it .
Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before , but we could consider your request . I'll phone our company to see what they say .
Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ?
This afternoon .
Call the police .
It should be under Steve Johnson .
Mmm , let me see , it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight , is there any other name that you reservation list under ?
No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card .
Ah , yes , here it is , you have a standard double room , non smoking on the 3rd floor , I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don ' t mind .
Good night !
OK .
Be quiet . He is singing .
I thought he only liked to listen !
So did I .
He has a really good voice !
Yes , he sings wonderfully .
All right . May I have your name ?
My surname is Gao .
How do you spell it , sir ?
Sure . Many people , including men and women , and be easily ripped off .
Okay . I'll write up the paperwork .
Thanks .
Mr . Randolph . Okay , one second , sir , and there you go . Your reservation is now cancelled .
I wish everything in life was so simple . Thank you .
Not a problem , sir . Please remember us in the future .
Take it easy . It is all over now . How was it going , anyway ?
I don ' t know . I think I did well in the paper exams . I was prepared to answer a lot of questions , but they didn't ask those as I expected . To my surprise , the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me .
That's strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it ' Getting to know you more personally ' . What about your answers ?
Just did my best .
She said I have a fever but nothing major .
In that case , you should go home and get plenty of rest .
What if this small fever turns into a big fever ?
Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you .
What did you have in mind ?
Give me a short haircut .
Do you know how short you want your hair to be ?
I want you to cut it to a few inches long .
That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ?
I've had this idea for some time now .
I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to .
This is what I want .
Fine then . Let's get started .
Well-done , please .
You ' re having me on again .
No , I ' m serious .
That ' s 850 grams . The coasts depends on how you would like to send it .
I see . What are the options ? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail .
That ' s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars .
How long will it take to get there ?
Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks .
It that case , I ' ll send it by airmail . I ' d like to send it as a registered parcel .
No problem . That ' s one dollar extra .
Thanks very much . There ' s thirteen dollars .
There ' s you receipt . Goodbye .
Here you go . We have your cocktail and there're salad . fried chicken , French fries and vanilla ice cream for dessert . Eat the chicken while it's hot . It tastes better .
Wow ! You're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more . Thank you .
Here's to our friendship and health !
Bottoms up !
I don't really know . I have just bought this new car . And it's the first time I've gotten gas for it .
We have regular , super , and premium gasoline . This is a new car , so I'd recommend premium .
Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up .
All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 .
OK , thanks .
Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18 . 56 , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice drive !
That'll be easy .
Please take a careful look at these five men .
Okay .
Is the suspect in this line ?
I see him .
Which number is he ?
The suspect is number four .
Your cooperation is very much appreciated .
I'm happy to be of assistance .
Oh , can I keep this little suitcase as hand-luggage ?
OK , in this way it's just below the limit .
Here's your ticket and your boarding card .
All right . I will begin boarding soon .
Oh , it's my pleasure . After all , you are very qualified for the position .
Thank you very much indeed . You helped me rebuild my self-confidence .
Don't mention it . You ' re always been good . What do you say we go out to celebrate ?
That would be great .
Oh , I didn't actually teach in the schools . I taught after school . I taught in English institutes .
But you taught children , yes ?
Yes . That's right . But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America . At least as far as studying is concerned . Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school .
They actually study after school ?
That's right . After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English . They are very serious about learning over there .
Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ?
Of course they do . You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much . But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing . Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough .
Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that .
So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education . They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing . In America , too many parents don't pay attention .
But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too .
As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it . And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience .
Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ?
That's a stereotype we Americans have . We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet . But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too .
Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also . Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ?
I don't know . In Costa Rica , I taught adults . So it was a very different thing . So I really can't compare .
Of course , it is much better than just giving us some reading materials or information via the internet .
That ' s boring . Once we were asked to watch a video on how to operate the punches , all of us seemed to fall into sleep by the end of the video .
Gosh !
That's too much for us really .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to try to find out where the school is located .
When do you start school ?
I'm going to register right now .
That's good .
Yes , it will print immediately .
I think so . I bought some paper plates and cups for people to use . It will save on the washing up !
And if people drop them , they won ' t break . We ' ll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers .
They sell them at the shop around the corner . We can go and get some in a few minutes .
I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs . We ' ll need some tomato ketchup and some barbecue sauce .
I have the sauce , but remind me to get some ketchup at the shop .
How long does it take to cook meat on a barbecue ?
It only takes a few minutes . Some people like their meat well done . Others like it rare . The great thing about a barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked .
They can cook it themselves to make sure it ' s exactly how they like it .
I hope you haven ' t invited any vegetarians !
Only sometimes when I think about it , I feel very sad .
It's normal . Time will change everything .
Would you care for coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
What date , sir ?
October 16th .
Let me see . Yes , we still have some tickets left . Which performance ?
7:30 p . m . performance , please .
OK , we have tickets at 100 yuan and 50 yuan .
I'd like to reserve two seats at 100 yuan , please .
All right . May I have you name , please ?
Du Kun .
When would you like to collect the tickets ?
Tomorrow .
We can hold them until one day before the show .
How do we cancel , just in case ?
Just telephone us , and let us know in advance . We don't charge for cancellation .
All right , thank you very much . Good bye .
You are welcome . Goodbye .
Mom , I'm tired . I feel sleepy . I want to go to bed right now .
Alright . But you promise this is the last time .
OK . I promise . Thank you , Mom .
Would you like to come with me ?
Yeah , let's go together .
Would you like to go now or later ?
Now .
What ?
Now would be better .
OK , let's go .
Should we walk ?
No , it's too far . Let's drive .
Fine . thanks .
Poor child !
No problem at all . Welcome .
sure , I ' ll just go put the kettle on . Why don ' t you have a seat on the sofa and I ' ll go take care of things in the kitchen .
that would be lovely , thanks .
do you take milk or sugar with your tea ?
I ' ll take a little milk , but no sugar , please . Make sure you let the tea steep a few minutes before you take the tea bag out of the cup .
ok . What do you think about our living room ?
well , I do like the mantelpiece and the coffee table , but I don ' t really care for curtains . Did you get them at a yard sale ? They look ancient .
my parents gave them to us as a house warming gift .
oh dear . Well , I suppose they will do for now . do you ever dust in here ? It seems a bit dusty in here .
your daughter usually does the dusting , and I do the vacuuming .
I see . Well , I can help with the chores while I ' m here . You two could probably use my help .
that ' s very nice of you to offer . Here ' s your tea . Be careful , it ' s still quite hot .
Well , listen , Honey , you've been a big help lately ...
Right on . I'm gonna get a new game !
If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it .
I knew there would be a catch !
Nothing in life is free , Son .
Except housework , that is .
Well , this one is not compulsory . It is just suggestion .
I didn ' t pay attention to that .
Yes , no problem . It'll be ready by 2 p . m .
What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ' s brand new !
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
Yes , I ache all over .
Are you coughing much ?
A little bit .
Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ?
It's gone completely .
Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take .
Is that all doctor ?
Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure .
Thank you , doctor . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Wow , it stars Catherine Zeta-Jones , my favorite actress .
Well , birds of a feather flock together . I like her too . She was in a lot of dramas .
She is so beautiful and elegant . And she is famous for her fine acting .
What's more , she doesn't have scandals . And she likes to take part in the charitable activities .
Who is the director ?
Steven Spielberg . Another superstar .
Yes , a legend , also . I still remember , his movies , Jurassic Park and Schindler's List got him nine Oscar awards in 1994 .
Can you introduce the story of The Terminal briefly ?
It tells a romantic and humorous love story .
This is really exciting movie . Lets go to this one .
I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced .
Do you have enough money in your account ?
I think so .
Let me check that for you right now .
Okay . Thank you .
Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account .
You can ' t be serious !
That ' s what my records show .
I see . Thanks for your help .
OK . Thanks for asking me .
Well , after you dial 9 on the keypad , you should hear the tone change .
No , nothing changed .
When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call my boss .
For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ?
I know a few extensions but I don't know them all .
You can always look an extension up on the company website .
Outlets usually give you great deals .
Thanks for helping me .
You're welcome .
Ok why don ' t you order the braised fish then ?
That sounds like a good idea . It looks very big though .
Don ' t worry . I ' ll help you eat it .
Ok , not a problem . Let's go to the station .
You have to buy a ticket first . You want to go to Shi Da , right ?
Yeah .
Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station .
Where is that ?
Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay .
Oh , that's simple enough .
Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform .
Anything else I should know ?
Just remember to hold on to your ticket . You need it to get out of the station when you get there .
There are passport processing center in many places . Visa is dealt with in embassies . You need to complete several forms and provide certain certificate .
Does it take a long time to get a visa ?
Not too long . 14 working days for a visa .
What materials do I need to provide ?
Your passport and ID card .
I think I'm quite fit for a driver .
But it's very tired .
I don't care .
What's your parents ' opinion ?
I haven't told them . Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation .
No , he cleaned it last time . It's your turn .
No , it isn't . You always clean it after Mark .
Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow .
Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow .
Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow .
You are lazy . You ought to be ashamed ? You should enjoy working .
I think the key point is to be considerate of your co-workers ' feelings and needs and make a good working environment .
I think you ' re right , but it does seem that there are always a few coworkers that are harder to work with than others .
That might be a little too cold for some people .
Yes , you are right .
What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot .
Yes , that would work out better .
You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone .
Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it .
Fine ! Well , I'll get right on it now !
I saw a program a few months ago about how animals are raised for human consumption . I haven't been able to eat a single piece of meat since .
That's great . Do you find that you eat a lot more fruit and vegetables now ?
Definitely . I've also been buying organic fruit and vegetables , which is more expensive , but much better for you because they don't have any pesticides on them .
You've really turned into a health nut , haven't you ?
I guess you could say that . Eating fruit and vegetables helps keep you healthy . I've lost 5 pounds and I feel great !
How do you get enough protein in your diet ?
Well , I eat a lot more tofu , beans , nuts and some fish .
Well , don't worry about dinner . I'll only make vegetarian dishes for you . Do you like sushi ?
I prefer cooked fish to raw fish , but if you really like it , make it .
How about a spicy tofu and vegetable stir-fry ?
That sounds great . What time should I come over ?
Dinner will be ready at about 7:30 pm , so you can come over at 7 p . m .
Sounds good . See you there !
Not some crazy diet fat I hope .
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
That is a good idea to start with . I also think the mass media is also a good approach for advertising .
Yes , the mass media has wider influence . One of my classmates works in an advertisement company . I can get help and inspiration from him . And we can also try some less expensive approaches of advertising , such as on-line sales . Personally , I prefer to the on-line sales , for it is cheaper , faster and wider .
OK .
Because it rained last night .
Did it ?
It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder .
I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing .
Well , it may rain again later today .
Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in .
There may also be a strong wind coming in .
It'll be dusty , too , I guess .
Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing .
Why is that ?
We've been planting trees for many years .
I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful .
But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer .
Then what about spring ?
Spring is warm and short in Beijing .
It must be cold in the winter , though .
You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold .
Thanks for reminding me .
You're welcome .
I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner .
What's wrong ?
There's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
Sure , but how ?
You can ask her out for drinks after work .
But for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
Then you've got a lot of work to do . You need to get her to notice you first .
Easier said than done .
You can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying ' hello ' to her .
But I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
That's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
Good luck !
Why ? You mean a lot to me .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? Come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it
You are risking your neck . Don ' t you know they have guns .
I spent a year to get my license .
They are muslims on a pilgrimage to mecca . Muslims call this pilgrimage haj .
Why do they go there ?
Muslims believe that every man who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life . Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith .
When muslims pray , they face towards mecca .
That ' s right . Unfortunately , so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed .
I heard about that . The pilgrims must walk around a large , sacred black stone .
That ' s right . That ' s when accidents often happen . The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims , to reduce the chances of accidents .
Pilgrimages are common in many faiths .
Yes . In England , Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages .
Isn ' t there a place in france where people go to get healed ?
I think that place is Lourdes . There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there .
Do you think that there is something magical about that place ?
Personally . I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them . I don ' t think place is magical in any way .
I believe industry is making us wealthier .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
you mean visit a factory ?
yes . I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which open to the public every weekend . We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry .
good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ?
I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour .
really ? What do the companies do that for ?
I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known .
oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors .
exactly .
do we need an appointment beforehand ?
I'll call the tourist information centre to check .
yes , here you go . I don't need a visa to go to Spain , do I ?
fortunately for you , you don't . Next time , if you have any questions about visas , you should try to find out before you get to the airport .
that's good advice .
would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
are there any seats available by the emergency exits ?
let me see here ... yes , there's one left .
ok . I'll take that one then .
alright . How many pieces of luggage are you checking in ?
I like to travel light so I just have this one .
if that's your only piece of luggage , it is small enough to carry on with you . Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive ?
yes , please . That's a fantastic idea . Which gate do I need to go to ?
you're here a bit early , so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour . Here's your boarding pass . Enjoy your flight !
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
Well , I ' ll think about it . I don ' t know whether accounting is going to agree to such a big purchase .
Anything that can keep my skin clean will do .
How do you prefer this one ? It cleans thoroughly without striping your natural protective oil . The gentle formula keeps skin soft and healthy .
Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance .
We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it .
I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ?
Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic .
I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later .
Thank you very much , madam . Here are some samples of our products . Do try them out .
Well , I didn't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! And we have so much in common . We like the same team , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Let's just go over all of it to double-check .
Sure , let's do it .
Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ?
I don't see any mistakes .
OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score .
Yes , let's total it .
Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ?
Yes , you're right .
Well then , we are all straight . Have a good day and thanks for bringing that to my attention .
Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward su
Please give me a piece of pie first .
Which would you rather have , beef or chicken ?
Beef , please .
How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Do you want to take milk and sugar ?
Only black coffee .
Certainly , as long as you don't tell my wife .
Yes , you do .
I ' m afraid not , George . You gotta know something , I ' m not available any more . but I know Becky has a crush on ya .
Are you kidding me ? Becky ? She ' s a real bitch .
Yes .
Can I buy more than one case ?
Yes . The limit is four per family .
Okay , I ' ll take four , please . You saved me a lot .
I know . This is a really good bargain .
Thanks .
No problem .
Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat .
I have a court date coming up .
What are you being charged with ?
It ' s the felony charge .
I ' m willing to provide my services .
What ' s your rate ?
I work for $ 150 an hour .
That ' s too high .
That ' s what I charge .
I ' ll hire you anyway .
I am so impressed with the candidate I ' m going to vote for .
What ' s so great about him ?
I feel that he is very intelligent .
Oh , really ?
Yes , and I agree with all his policies .
That ' s good to hear .
I think this man is going to be the next President .
I hope so .
I ' m going to make sure and get my vote in .
We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway , especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ?
Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to . Here comes the train .
Her name is Fluffy . She is a sweet dog .
My dog has spots . He is very strong .
But I don ' t like big strong dogs .
really ? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers ?
I didn't see the crash itself , but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents ' apartment building .
that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ?
no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos .
did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ?
yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers .
did he survive ?
unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower .
I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family .
it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own .
terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life .
Are you kidding me ? Even the girls know Peckham . Whatever , I have a picture of him here .
You are a big fan of him ! He has strong legs .
Sure , he is a soccer star .
Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ?
Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball .
But it's the same hairstyle .
It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture .
Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham .
He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right .
Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple .
Do it , please .
Maybe you're right . I have been too lazy lately .
I am curious as to why you want to leave your current employer .
I am interested in switching fields .
Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular .
I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task .
What are you not good at ?
I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself .
We appreciate hearing that about you !
No , that thought doesn't cross my mind .
I believe industry is making us wealthier .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
I'm not sure , he is a manager I think .
Really ? Are you going to introduce us ?
Well , he has already taken you know , that's his wife right there .
Yes , you definitely will .
Well , I ' m going to move out anyway . The new apartment has central air-conditioning .
You should have moved out long , long ago .
Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ...
So how can you stand the heat ?
Well , I open the windows and ... and I ' Ve got an electric fan ere . It helps a little .
If you like the outside , you are going to really love the inside .
What a beautiful home !
You ' ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new .
I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street .
Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it .
I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen .
The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom .
I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering !
Let ' s take a few pictures so that we can remember what we like about this home .
I'm still not too jazzed about going ... I feel kind of awkward in those cocktail party situations .
Well , what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii ? Does that perk your interest ?
Now you're talking .
My car run out of petrol .
One dollar .
How many stops are there ?
Two stops after this one .
Could you please tell me when we get there ?
Sure .
By the way , do I need a transfer again after No . 50 ?
No , a No . 50 will take you right there .
Thank you for inviting me . Sounds lovely ! I would like to come . Where is your new apartment ?
It is in the DX community , Room 306 , No . 2 building . It is very easy to find . Just ask the guard at the entrance .
Who else will come ?
I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him .
Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ?
Yes , great . I am happy you are coming .
What are your hours ?
Mine aren't fixed . Sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift .
As a matter of fact I have , The doctor said it'll go away after a day or two . He ' s prescribed me some tablets .
Are you feeling better ?
Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work .
Do you need anything , grocery ?
Oh , no , I'm fine . My refrigerator is piled up with food . But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read .
Sure , I'll get it for you . Books or magazines ?
I'd like both .
Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
150 ? No , I'm not really interested in this place . It isn't big enough . It isn't near enough to my office .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
That won't be a problem .
Look closely at the five men in this line-up .
I am looking .
Do you see the suspect ?
Yes . He's in the line-up .
What number is the suspect ?
Number four .
Thank you for all your help .
It was no problem at all .
I honestly have no idea .
You haven ' t thought about it ?
I like it here at PCC .
Why don ' t you just continue going to PCC ?
I like that idea .
It ' s a great school .
I completely agree .
So , have you made your decision yet ?
I ' m staying right where I ' m at .
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
I'm a medical case .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
What do you mean ?
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The two just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , but there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
I think you've got a cold .
What should I do ?
I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days .
Thank you .
It's on the first floor , to the right of the main entrance .
Thank you .
Have a nice holiday !
You , too . Thanks for your help .
But he is always talking big .
Well , that happens . I hope she is all right .
But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department . It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday .
That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case .
Well , Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work , easier set them done . But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup .
A large coke , please .
Eating here or to go ?
Eating here , please .
That's 7 dollars and 25 cents . You can get free refills with your coke .
We can try to lower our cost of production then . We need a price that we can compete with , something comparable with the competition .
You really think we can make it ? I don't have much faith in our ability to lower the price again . We're no match for them , the competition will beat us hands down .
Honest , hardworking and responsible .
Does your present employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven ' t discussed my career plan with my present employer , but I am sure he will understand .
It's idea of my husband . He is always banging the drum for better schools .
But the private school don't amount to better schools .
What does that mean ?
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
I like the mountain idea , but I am not so sure about the month of January .
You know , now that I think about it , you might be right .
April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements .
That is a good suggestion .
We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them .
Yeah , that would let us know what would work best .
I'll put the survey online this afternoon .
What ' s your name ?
My name is Li Jean .
You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ?
Yes , seven years .
What degree do you have now ? :
Master of Marketing Management .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes . I worked at AB Company .
Why are you interested in the position ?
Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position .
All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ?
That's very good .
Ok , but how long I have to wait , it is going to be more than 30 minutes .
It should be around that , if you like , please for a free to read the magazine while you are wait .
Thank you .
Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr . Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you .
Ok , thanks .
How do you sleep ?
Very badly , doctor .
Are you worried about anything ?
Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake .
Well , there's nothing much wrong with you . You're under too much pressure .
Yes , I see . In my previous job , I did typing and filing everyday .
Have you had any experience as a guide ?
Well , not exactly , but I have shown some of my foreign friends around Beijing .
Once in a while we have visitors from abroad and I would like to be able to ask my secretary to take them shopping and sightseeing .
I think I would like that .
Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast . Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding , especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls .
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather , but at least the sun will come out . I advise weekend travelers to be careful , especially while driving . Back to you , Mark .
Thanks John , and there you have it ! Looks like it ' s a weekend to stay at home !
I need your help .
How may I help you ?
I need to find this newspaper article .
Have you checked the periodicals section yet ?
I forgot about that section .
If you ' d like , I can show you were to find it .
Could you do that ?
Follow me .
Thank you for all your help .
No , I don't .
Any cigarette , liquor ?
Yes , I have two cartons of cigarettes , one bottle of whisky .
What's this white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of these ? Let me taste it .
Yes , sir . Go ahead . Here you are .
I've heard about it , but I don't really know about it .
The Bucky Card is a great way for you to save money while you have a good time here at school . It gives you discounts on all kinds of things . Movies , pizza , clothing , school supplies .
What about beer ?
The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer . But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges . So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee .
That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ?
Usually it's two dollars off the cover price .
And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ?
This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts . And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet . The Bucky Card has just started . Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program . It ' s a great way for students to save money !
Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet . Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time . And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ?
It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card .
Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper .
But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year .
Yeah , maybe . Alright . Give me an application form .
Very well too , thank you very much . Isn ' t it a lovely day ?
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
Oh , no . What kind of trouble ?
Well , I don't know the details , but ...
Nothing . I have told you before that I won't go to the party and that's flat .
But ... OK .
Mr . Thomas will be here very soon . In the meantime , may I ask all of you to sign in so that I can issue your passes ?
Should each of us write separately ?
Yes , please . Please print your name and company name , and the person you are going to see .
Then , what's special tonight ?
Our seafood is fresh . I recommend shrimp with garlic .
All right . We'll have some seafood and vegetables .
OK . How about some spring rolls and squid balls , some pork skins , and some beer !
Well ... the beer sounds good !
What size of prints would you like to have ?
Regular will be fine . How long will it take ?
Only four hours .
Good . I'll come back in the evening .
I want to be a manager .
Very good . Any questions ?
Nothing . I think I'll take the job .
Last time I tried a pin curl perm and a foam permanent . Set the wave a little looser than usual , please .
Can you tell me what the charge was ?
It's for a purse that cost $ 350 .
Are you positive that you didn't buy the purse ?
I can't even afford a purse that expensive .
I'm very sorry . When was this purchase made ?
I was at work , but the purchase was made at 3
We're going to investigate this claim .
OK . Do I have to pay for this charge ?
You won't have to pay for anything .
Right , I'll be right over .
I just like jogging .
OK , then you can buy a pair of jogging shoes . Here are jogging shoes . Which pair do you like best ?
Er ... , that blue pair . I need size 43 , please .
Here you are . You can try them on .
Very comfortable . I'll take them .
Oh , great ! I love it ! You know I've been expecting this for a long time .
I'm very glad to hear that .
Come here ; let me introduce some friends to you .
I want to check these books out .
Is that all ?
That ' s all .
May I see your library card , please ?
It ' s right here .
Will that be all for today ?
Yes . That ' s it .
These are due back in two weeks .
All right . Have a good night .
I know that Frenchmen installed the Bungee cord between two tall buildings .
It is said that Bungee was originally a grown-up ceremony of the indigenous people of New Guinea . People stood on branches of the tree , which was over 30 meters high . Their feet were fastened with canes and they jumped off from where they stood . When they almost reached the ground , they suddenly stopped to prove their bravery and express that they were able to endure the hardships of life independently .
Luckily there is no such kind of ' grown-up ceremony ' any more .
What's in it ?
Have a guess .
A necklace ?
No .
I have no idea .
Open it now .
Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you !
You're welcome , honey . I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future .
Sorry , sir . We have never done that before .
You miss me , don't you ?
Don't push your luck , Dave .
OK , I'm in . When do I start ?
As soon as you can get here . We'll be waiting for you .
( She probed my teeth and checked my gums . ) Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We need to fill that cavity before it gets any worse and the crown needs to be refitted . Make an appointment for next week and I'll take care of them .
Okay , I'll do that , but my crown was just put on last year . Will my dental insurance cover the work ?
Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work .
Thanks , doctor .
I'll beat him .
So beat the cat , but don't kill it .
You can't beat that .
Now we're getting to the truth .
There are shills . A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale .
See ? And I bet that's easy to do online . Everybody's anonymous .
I've done it for you .
It rained all day yesterday . The weather was awful last week .
What will the weather be like tomorrow ?
It's going to be sunny tomorrow .
Let me see . 100 dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Sorry . You can only pay in cash .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you . Do you need the invoice ?
Yes . And can you pack the things up , please ?
Sure . I'll get right on it .
Yes .
I ' m a new student in the school . My name ' s John .
Nice to meet you , John .
It ' s a pleasure to meet you , Miss Green .
Wait a second . He shoots , he scores !
All right !
Here comes Jordan , though .
Wow , Michael Jordan ' s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch .
Yeah . He ' s older , so he doesn ' t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ' s still amazing .
Which team do you think will win ?
The Lakers . Jordan is the only good player Washington has .
Let me take a look at this for you . May I have your driver's license , please ?
Here's my license and form .
You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ?
Yes , I know what to do .
The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout .
OK .
Thank you for joining the library ; we look forward to serving you .
I fancy going to Tibet for a few days . Have you ever been there ?
I went a long time ago , before they built the new train that can take you there .
Would you recommend going there for a few days ?
Personally , I think it ' d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ' t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital .
You ' re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ?
It ' s a beautiful city , but I think it ' s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ?
I ' d like to get away from the big city life .
Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing .
I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ' t so far away .
Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ' s the phone number .
Thanks , I ' ll give them a call later .
I find it there is no meaning in living this world .
Don't be that negative .
Really , life is so boring .
Las Vegas . I find gambling relaxing . I don ' t take it seriously , the way some people do . Besides , I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town . The casinos never close , you know .
If you gamble all night , you ' ll run out of money in a few days .
Are these your bags ?
Yes , they are .
Have you been asked to carry anything for a stranger ?
No .
Have you maintained full control of your possessions while in the airport ?
Yes , I have .
But why ? Did I do anything wrong ?
No , we are just too different . This relationship isn't going anywhere .
Hey , come on . It's too early to say that . We can fix things .
I have thought about it for a long time . I think it's time to move on for both of us .
But I still love you .
I'm sorry .
I knew this would happen some day ...
Then why didn't you talk to me ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna ...
I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but let's try to forget that and be friends .
Have you made the decision yet ?
I think we'll be better off if we are apart .
Then shall we keep pure friendship ?
Sure , let's just be friends .
I know . It's a major symbol of China .
Where can we climb it ?
Do we have any choices ?
Well , we could take the cable car .
Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think .
Okay . Let's go .
Well , that was tough .
But we made it .
This looks great . When was it built ?
It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago .
That's remarkable .
There are so many ancient relics in China .
It's great ! Unfortunately , we're going to spend a fortune doing everything up .
How old is the house then ?
It's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history !
Sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ?
It's just off of the ring road .
Do you have a big yard ?
It's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back .
Is your house well-lit ?
Oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house .
How many rooms does your house have ?
Right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest bedroom is ready , you should come and stay with us for a weekend .
I'd be up for that !
Yes , the same as ever , thanks . What about you ?
Pretty good , thanks . I'm going to see my uncle .
Good bye then , and keep in touch .
Good bye .
But you don't have such a problem as to pop songs .
I think seven hundred is enough .
What ? Seven hundred ?
Well , eight hundred , then ?
No , one thousand at least .
Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed !
You ' re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right .
Here you are , sucker !
Victory for me , I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday !
Yes , of course . I can't go through a day without coffee in the morning .
Me too , but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it , as it's not very healthy .
I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver .
But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction
I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory .
Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine !
Maybe you are right to some extent .
You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel .
Maybe I could have a try .
Oh really ... well you must be very popular on the Internet . But it's true that it's nice to do some things in the comfort of your own home .
Many . Most of the cities in the southern part of the United States are hot all year .
But why do so many people live there ?
Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time .
Are there any cities where it rains a lot ?
Several . Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon .
Tell us about some cold cities .
In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter . Boston and Chicago are two of them .
Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ?
Oh , no . On the contrary , there are many beautiful days , especially in the spring and fall .
Remember to match it with your glittering star-shaped necklace . Very attractive on formal occasions .
Do I look more mature in the highheel shoes ?
Sure , more elegant and taller .
I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color .
If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you .
Thank you .
Well , yes , there is something wrong actually . Perhaps you can give me some advice .
Of course , if I can .
Well , last night when I returned from the theatre , I found that I'd lost my wallet .
Oh dear ! That's terrible ! What was in your wallet ?
Well , some money . of course , my visa , all my identity cards and some photos .
Well , if were you , I'd go to the police station straight away and report it .
Yes , I've already done that , and they said they'd look for it . But we're leaving soon and I need my visa and identity cards badly .
Oh dear ! What a pity ! Are you sure you lost the wallet in the theatre ?
Yes , quite sure .
I think you should put an advertisement in the China Daily , saying when and where you lost it .
But that takes too long .
Wait a minute ! My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to the theatre . I'll telephone him and ask him to go there to inquire about it . You'd better have breakfast now and I'll meet you later .
Sounds great , i ' d very much like having something thanks , when ?
Around six pm .
Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating .
No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer .
Ok , I will see you again .
Great . I have a good day , thanks again for the offer .
Michael .
OK , Sir . We will arrange it for you .
it ' s about bob Dylan .
who is he ?
he ' s a famous American musician .
who ' s the author ?
it was written by Howard sounds .
what do you think about it ?
it ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot form reading it .
can I read it when you ' re done ?
sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
how many chapters does the book have ?
there are 15 chapters in total .
when do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
thanks . Charlie !
no problem . Bob .
You need to give me your ID and $ 27 .
I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now .
Go get it .
Here you go .
All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out .
May I borrow your pen ?
Here's a pen for you .
Thanks for your help .
You need to turn that in at Window B .
Please endorse it first . Do you have identification ?
Yes , here is my ID card .
Don ' mention it . I ' m glad to help .
Oh yeah . Here , I will just trade with him .
Here are your pancakes , madam .
But I ordered waffles !
Oh , I am so sorry !
That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back .
Good , sir . I will take care of that right away .
Thank you so much !
Let me see if he is free . Would you please sit down and wait for a moment ?
All right .
The manager will come to see you in a few minutes .
Thanks a lot , Mrs . White .
You are welcome .
Well , we ' re really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want .
That ' s great . I ' m glad we ' ll be able to do business together . I ' ll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . Also , would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor ' s report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
Yes . We have both the paperback and the hardcover .
What's the difference ?
The hardcover is more expensive .
Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please ,
Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ' re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ' re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week .
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text it to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
There are people everywhere . What's that girl doing ?
She is dealing with customers and driving up new business . The guy next to her is in charge of their office computer network .
And what about that man there ?
He is our accountant .
I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees .
Indeed , they are . Keeping staff happy is the only way to keep them with the company .
Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves .
Yeah , that makes sense .
So how have you been ?
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Many of my friends shop at outlets .
Thanks . That is a good suggestion .
I'm only too happy to help .
Well . Mary had promised to be my date , but she stood me up . I waited for her for a full hour in the cold wind .
What about the party ?
It was boring . The music was too slow and the food was lousy and , above all , I was really sick of the same old crowd all the time .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn ' t wait to get out of there .
April the first is coming . Be careful !
No . It's only a five-minute walk . You can't miss it .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
I know , I know . But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes . It's the series finals , and I wouldn't miss it for the world !
Really ? What's the series about ?
well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it .
it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth .
I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results .
really ? that's interesting !
yeah . Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good .
OK , I'll give it a go .
Well , it's a good thing for you .
Good ? Yes , it's good for her but not for me . You see , she tells me that I'll feel better about myself if I slim down . She keeps giving me newspaper clippings about the latest miracle diet and insists that I join a health club , as she has .
So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ?
I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food .
junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat .
But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous .
Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it .
Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring .
Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit .
Well , that sounds better than giving it up .
yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ?
yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
that's very convenient .
it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
the maximum is $ 1000 .
is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
thank you very much .
you're welcome .
I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get to class .
Well , it's about fifteen minutes ' walk .
Which bus goes there ?
You may take a No . 34 bus . And the subway can also take you there .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Dad ! It's cold now !
But swimming in the winter is good for your body . Believe me .
uh ... Yes . Turn right , then take the second turning on your left .
Is it far ?
It ' s about fifteen minutes ' walk . That ' s all .
And do you know where the national bank is ?
Yes . It ' s on this street . Keep walking for two blocks and it ' s on the corner on the right .
Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Good luck .
Thank you . I won ' t miss it .
Well , how old is your baby ?
No more than three .
The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand .
How about its quality ?
You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum .
OK , what is this ?
It is feeding-bottle as the free gift .
It is thoughtful . I will take it .
I'm not sure . What do you suggest ?
Well , how about like this ?
I don't like it . It's outdated .
Okay . How about this style ?
It seems a little too wild .
Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ?
I want a haircut just like that kind .
OK , I see .
I never know how to rate the employees ' work . Of course attendance and productivity are easy , I just look at the sales figures .
So it's the subjective criteria like team building and colleague support that you find hard ?
Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ?
I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion
Great idea . And after all , that's the whole point of an evaluation . I almost can't wait to give it a try .
I'll measure you . . . You take size 6 . What colour hat would you like ?
Brown , please .
Here are some nice brown hats . Try this hat on . It ' s a very good one .
Yes , I like this one . It goes very well with my coat . How much is it ?
It's $ 9 . 95 . Do you want me to put it in a box ?
What time does the next bus leave ?
9 : OO . Don't worry , Miss , we have buses every 15 minutes .
Saturday my parents are coming to town . What's up ?
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No . Did you want to go do something ?
Yes ! Yes ! I want to take you to dinner .
Oh ! That sounds great ! How about six o'clock ?
Yeah . He has no one to count on .
I hope so . Thank you .
He's much better today .
I'm glad to hear that . Bye .
See you later .
Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person .
Well , I ddin't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Absolutely . I bought them from the King's estate myself ! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks .
I don't really need five .
OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer .
Oh , why not ? I'll take ' em .
Thank you so much . Have you got a credit card , Mr . Sandals ?
I sure do . How about American Express ?
Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA .
No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA .
Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ?
Yeah , that'll be fine .
That's great . This is your key , sir . If you need anything at all , anytime , just dial zero .
May I have your name please , sir ?
Yes , Anthony Fox .
Mr . Fox , we'll hold the table for you for ten minutes . Please be sure to arrive before 8: 40 .
That's the beauty of it , and the danger .
I should get the items within a week . But in the meantime I'm bidding on a digital video camera .
How much ?
Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months .
Mmmm , sounds like risky business . Good luck .
Yes , there needs to be at least 1 RIB paid in to open a new account . Also , you will need to choose a secret identity code to ensure no one else can enter your account .
OK , how long does it need to be ? I'm not very good with remembering long numbers .
Just 6 digits .
All right .
Are you sure ? I don't want to inconvenience you .
No problem . I'd be happy to .
Thanks . I really appreciate it . Thanks so much .
Can I give her a message for you ?
Yes , please tell her I stopped by .
And your name , please ?
Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ?
Certainly .
No way ! I don't think I've ever encountered winds that strong ! Are the storms affecting land and air transportation ?
Absolutely ! I don't think any planes are going anywhere . The sand being blown around has cut visibility in Beijing to less than 100 meters . But inseems Gansu Province is being hit the hardest .
That's exactly where I was planning to go !
Well , this storm originated in the plateaus in northwest China . At the moment , that area is calmer .
Because I have other obligations .
Oh , that ' s very sad .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
They have made it . Will our love last 50 years ?
I don ' t know .
Yes , yes , we do . Right here .
Right . You have a choice of account , we provide USD , HAD , JOY and GAP accounts . Which do you want to go for ?
We will go for the US dollar account .
OK , I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted .
What about income ? Did you make any money during that period ?
My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period .
When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ?
Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form .
What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away .
I am not going to show any income from now on then .
I wouldn ' t do that if I were you . There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements .
Just a moment please . Yes . You can have a seat .
Good . How much is it when we take it ?
It thirty-eight dollars .
All right . Here ' s forty dollars .
Here ' s your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate No . 2 please .
Thank you very much .
Don ' t mention it .
I am sorry , sir . We are booked until 9:10 .
In that case , please help us reserve a table for 4 at 9:00 .
They are so beautiful . I love them , and I love you too .
You are more beautiful than the roses .
I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married .
Yes , we are match made in heaven .
I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are .
Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too .
Yes we did .
I love you , happy anniversary .
I love you , happy anniversary .
I have been studying .
Why don't you take the test ?
Do you know if it costs any money to take it ?
Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again .
All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ?
No , the test skips a lot of things in the book .
Did you pass it the first time that you took it ?
No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard .
Well , I hope that I do well .
but my mother won ' t allow me to accept any part-time job . I ' m afraid she will say no again .
why ? It ' s unfair . You can learn a lot from it .
she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ' t be able to focus on my studys .
that may be true . But I ' m sure you ' re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ?
I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ' m a senior now , I don ' t want to miss the chance this time .
I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind .
I ' ll try , but what if she insists ?
just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job .
do you think it will work ?
sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try .
ok , I ' ll do that . Thank you , Iris .
sure . Good luck , Maria !
My field is electronic engineering . Which country do you think I should go ?
Were I in your position , I ' d go to America .
Which university should I apply to ?
There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper .
Oh , I see . Thank you very much .
Sure .
Please let me know when we get there .
It sounds like you're from out of town .
As a matter of fact , I'm from Taiwan .
I'm sure you'll like Fisherman's Wharf . It's a popular tourist spot . Be sure to try the seafood there .
I will . Thanks .
That sounds like a good idea . The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado ; but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
Yes , I haven't seen you for four years . How time flies !
That girl in my econ class . She is so hot .
Did you guys go on a date already ?
No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love .
Does she have a boyfriend ?
I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy .
Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date .
I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then .
So why do you think you're in love ?
She's the only thing I can think of all day long .
That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week .
Aright . I'll talk to you later .
We want to leave ourselves some bargaining room . Let ' s offer three hundred and twenty thousand dollars .
That sounds good , but I don ' t want this house to get away from me .
The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one .
When will we know if they accept the offer ?
The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days .
Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ?
You are already pre-qualified for your loan , so you are in good shape .
Well , I am from Canada . Actually .
Oh , I am so sorry .
That ' ok . That's happens all the time .
They say you shouldn't mix love and work .
That's silly . What I do on my own time is no one else ' s business . Besides , it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here .
You ' Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me .
People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact .
That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity .
If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other .
You are sounding like we are already married .
Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry .
Well , I don't feel right about it .
I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime .
Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ?
I like company .
Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus !
What can I say ? I am a passionate guy .
Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about .
You want to go out with me and you know it .
In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do .
Ok , I get the message . Hey , do you have any sisters ?
Yes , miss , but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland .
Oh , of course . How silly of me to forget .
No problem . How would you like to pay for these ?
I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are .
$ 110 . 00 , your change is $ 5 . 01 . Thanks very much .
Thank you .
How about the monitor ?
A 15 - inch monitor is included in the deal . If you want , you can switch it for a 17 - inch monitor , for a little more money .
That's okay . A 15 - inch is good enough . All right , I'll take it .
Please bring me a cup of coffee .
It also helps that I have strong team members , such as yourself . You really know your stuff !
Thanks , but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing !
Not to me , I wouldn't be caught dead in that .
I love that kind of stuff .
Yeah , you seem to like those styles .
Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk .
This one looks really expensive though .
I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it .
Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke .
I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week .
Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary .
Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ?
Just joking , T . I've got some wonderful clothes . Let's go and have a close look at your outfit .
You can't peek ! This is a surprise .
How about one little hint ?
Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree .
That's a very good hint .
And please shut the door and lock it behind you !
Call the police .
Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ' s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
Twenty minutes just to find out what their business hours are ?
yes . They have some sort of digital receptionist . So when I called in , a machine told me to push a button for the department I wanted to be transferred to .
Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person . What did you do ?
I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information .
Couldn ' d you choose to be transferred to a real person ?
Eventually I did get to a real person . I found out the closing time , but by then the store had already closed !
No . You can never count on the grown-ups when there is something .
Whatever . Have a drink of water .
Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already .
Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit .
Do we ? Where is it ?
Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it .
Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on .
Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no !
What's the new strike ?
Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration .
Poor me !
That's incredible . I cann't believe it .
You have to . It's sure .
How amazing !
One pound and fifty pence a pound .
Good . I'll get three pounds of it .
Here it is . Four pounds and fifty pence in all .
My name is Jenny Clinton .
I see . Wait for a moment please . I am sorry , Mrs . Clinton , but the remittance doesn't appear to have arrived yet .
Really ? It should have arrived . It was sent a week ago .
If the money was sent by cable , it would have taken about one or two days . But if it was sent by airmail , it would take at least one week .
Well , then I'll come again the day after tomorrow .
Or would you like us to phone you when the money arrives ?
That would be very kind of you .
Could you please tell me your phone number , so we'll give you a ring as soon as the remittance has arrived ?
The phone number is 328 6765 extension 105 .
Thank you . We'll inform you in time . Goodbye .
Fine , thanks . I ' ll have a party next Sunday at home . I ' m calling to ask whether you can come or not .
Oh , how wonderful . I ' ll be glad to .
Okay , now you are a famous star .
Hum , don ' t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me .
What ' s wrong with you ?
I ' ll tell you at the party .
Okay .
There are computers at our EDD offices for you to use in your job search .
Do you have any other services available ?
We have information available about the job market as well as workshops .
What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ?
We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few .
Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ?
College job placement services can help .
Some customers demand that 80 % of the credit amount be paid at sight , and the rest be paid after the machines are proved satisfactory on trial .
I am afraid that can't be done . We have never done business on such terms .
But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight .
We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 .
That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation .
Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers .
If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full .
Thank you . I am glad we have come to an agreement at last .
It really doesn't matter at all . I never did like it anyway .
I really love their dancing . They are all excellent dancers .
The lyrics of the new song are beautiful , too . Can you sing ?
Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now .
Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ?
Why not ?
Oh , Parker with a P ?
Yes , with a P .
Er ... I ' m Barker .
Barker ? With a B . Of course .
Yes , with a B .
Won ' t you come in , Mr . Barker ?
Thank you , Mr . Parker .
absolutely . It is said that they serve 3,000 ducks every day .
incredible . By the way , what are these in the plates ?
oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one .
thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste .
Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy .
oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ?
certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique
it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great .
Yes , Amy , please have some more .
As you please . I ' m ready .
The first is why you choose our company ?
I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ' m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement .
Why do you want to quit your present company ?
Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting .
Well , when do you think you can come over to work ?
One week after I have submitted my resignation paper .
When you start to work , I ' ll give you $ 3,000 a month .
Thank you , sir .
No problem .
No need for that . It's not usually busy on weekdays .
What time shall we go ?
Why not now ? I'm hungry .
Secondly , you need to create a good image in a limited time .
I will try my best to make a good impression , but it is always easier said that done .
I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ' s more , try to avoid a too causal style .
Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ?
You ' d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes .
I've got it . I think I will wear a white shirt with a tie . Thank you for your suggestions .
Well , do you want burgers , Chinese food , or Mexican food ?
Chinese food sounds good .
Where are you going to get it from ?
I haven't the slightest idea .
I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express .
You like Panda Express ?
The food there is actually pretty good .
Maybe I'll go there then .
You should . I know you'll like it .
What ' s the time ?
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
( And here is the seven o ' clock news ) It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Quite good except thinking of you so much .
So do I . You are a beautiful flower in my mind .
It's called love is blind , I think .
Is that more expensive ?
It depends on the job . It's actually more cost-effective than buying specialist equipment that we don't use very often .
Then , will you try extension 235 ?
Certainty , sir .
OK .
Please show me your passport and Residence Permit .
Here you are .
How long have you been living here ?
Two years .
May I know your occupation ?
I'm a professor at a university .
Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ?
I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes .
Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time .
Good idea .
Your wet towel , sir .
Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ?
Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ?
Orange juice , please .
Would you like some ice in your drink ?
Yes .
How much would you like ?
One or two cubes will be OK .
Here you are , sir .
I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you .
It's my pleasure .
Please accept this tip .
Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for .
Why don't you like horror ? They're entertaining .
Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious .
Ha ha . I know what you mean . But it's just a movie . They need for the characters to do that .
You can put on your shades . And remember don't make your skin look like a tomato . Or else after that your skin will begin to flake off . You may even wind up with skin cancer .
I see . Overdoing it will do more harm than good .
You said it .
Chill out . It's just Kenny from South Park .
What park ? You found a doll in a park ? Gross !
South Park is a popular cartoon . You're so out of it , Jen
Well , don't blame me ! I never get a chance to watch TV .
Did you see if all the connections are right ?
I'm not sure I understand what you mean .
The connections between your CPU and your outlet .
Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ?
If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on .
I had no idea .
Why don't you try it and see what happens ?
I'll try it right now .
Let me know if that doesn't work .
Sure .
I was caught in the heavy rain , or I would have come earlier . I am sorry I kept you waiting .
I was in a comfortable place , so really , it ' s no problem . I am happy to see you . Did the rain hold you up long ?
Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up .
I totally understand .
Me too , they're such a nice couple .
There is too much static on the line .
I said that you are supposed to have an interview .
Pardon ? I can hardly hear you . I will call you later .
Give me a screwdriver on the rocks .
One screwdriver , coming right up . ( He mixes the drink . ) Here you are , sir .
Thanks .
You are kidding me ? It is against the labor law . They should be aware of their rights .
But these people say nothing about that . They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days .
That ' s not right , somebody should do something .
Yes , I have decided to work with your company .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It's my honor to be one member of your company . I'd like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
That ' s fine , as long as you can get that report typed up before you leave .
What are you going to get ?
I'm not sure what we need .
Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator .
Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ?
Just get the basics .
Like what ?
You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread .
Just go and make a list for me , please .
Fine , I'll go do that for you .
I would like to cancel a check .
Is there a problem ?
I wrote the check out for too much .
How much did you write it out for ?
I wrote it out for $ 150 .
How much was it supposed to be ?
It was supposed to be for $ 100 .
I ' ll cancel that check for you .
I really appreciate your help .
She is a grow-up . She can make her own decision .
I wish she wouldn ' t regret for her decision .
Is it ?
Where are you going to go look for one ?
I have absolutely no idea .
You don't know where you want to look for one ?
No , I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets .
Do you want to know where I got mine from ?
Yes , because I love yours .
I purchased mine from IKEA .
Is IKEA affordable ?
Not at all , but you get what you pay for .
Well , the thing is , we ran into a lot of problems . . .
I ' m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time !
I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ' t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures .
I ' m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP !
Well , I want to let your boss know that she ' d better hold on to you ! You ' re a hard worker !
Are you ? I thought you had something to drink at her home .
No . Edith didn ' t give anything to drink .
I ' ll buy you a drink .
Oh ! Thank you .
Really ? That's great ! I'm going to try that next time .
Yeah , but I wish they delivered video games too . Then I would never leave my house !
I really want to take the communication class , but I don't know if it will be available .
Is that class really that popular ?
Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered .
What other classes are you going to take ?
I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing .
I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad .
Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from .
I had Professor Mahoney .
Is he an easy grader ?
I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair .
Do you mind if I ask you what you got ?
Not at all . I got a 3 . 8 .
Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ?
I got a 4 . 0 in that class .
Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3 . 1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder .
It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade .
Oh . That helps . Thanks .
One orange juice , scrambled eggs with bacon , toast and coffee .
It will take about 20 minutes , sir . Is that all right ?
Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ?
Of course , sir .
Actually I look at all of it and let's not forget class participation .
Do you grade on a curve or use percentages ?
Homework , attendance , and quizzes are sixty percent ; the mid-term and final are worth twenty percent each .
What if we miss something ?
I will allow one unexcused absence ; after that you need to contact me ahead of time .
Will you tell us if we are failing during the year ?
You will be able to track your progress during the year .
You have got a car , haven ' t you ?
Oh , please . Only once lend your new car to me .
Oh . I am not his fan .
I have the same question . I can ' t send out mails . We ' d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately .
Ok .
I will find one myself , of course . I ' m a modern girl .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications .
Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose .
In my book , all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up .
Enough ! If we don't finish the game , there won't be time for any movies tonight !
Please come in .
Here is a little gift for your family . It's a calendar with all the community events on it . I hope it can be helpful .
I really appreciate it .
Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me .
I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before .
Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong .
Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ?
Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to .
That's terrific !
By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there .
Yeah , and we can get to know each other at the party .
I'm sorry to hear it . What's wrong with her ?
Doctors aren't sure yet . But the real problem is Suzy . She has a bad cold , and we don't want to take her with us . But we don't know who can stay with her .
You need a babysitter .
Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight . Maybe even for two nights .
I could have Suzy stay at my place .
I don't want to do that to you , Karen .
Why not ?
Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days .
I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston . She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely .
I'd like to talk with her . This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight .
I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible .
I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it . But I'd rather have someone a little older .
I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself .
Great . Then call me and let me know if she's free .
I ' m not interested in it . Are you keen on it ?
Yes , that ' s funny . I thought you liked it .
I hate it .
Never mind . It ' ll be over in 10 minutes .
It ' s the worst thing I ' Ve ever tried .
Some new clothes . How about you ?
Same here .
Have you found anything nice yet ?
I found a few pairs of pants .
Where'd you get those ?
I found them at Pennies .
Those are really cute .
Do you want me to show you where I found them ?
I would like that . Thank you .
It sounds great . I will arrange an interview tomorrow . Can you come tomorrow ?
Yes , I can . Thank you so much .
How long do you intend to stay ?
For four days or so .
We have one single room on the fifth floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise .
It's very quiet , sir .
How much does it cost per day ?
It's 150 yuan per day including a 10 % service charge .
All right . I'll take the room .
Would you please fill in the registration form ?
OK .
As a hotel policy , we require one day's room charge as a deposit for guests without reservation .
No problem . Here you are .
Your room number is 505 . This is your key . The bellboy will help you with the baggage .
I ' m sorry , Melissa . I really can ' t today . I ' Ve just got too much going on . Maybe tomorrow .
Nothing . I just feel very lonely in this city . I miss my family .
Oh , I know . Sometimes I have the same feeling with you . But you'd better not be so emotional .
Can you stay and accompany me for a while ?
Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on .
Thank you so much . You are so sweet .
Not at all . We are friends .
That's kind of cool . But what's the trick mean ?
Usually it's the older kids going around playing Halloween , like punching the pumpkins left outside people's doors or - - someone's tree . They usually do it late at night after little kids go
That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night .
Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too .
That does sound a lot of fun .
I'm one of them .
I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people . I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China , but ...
what is it ?
some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others .
that makes you feel uncomfortable ?
yeah . we never do that in a public office .
perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy .
i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding .
well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus .
just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ?
yeah .
Oh , I'm shocked .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
That's okay . I like it better that way anyway .
Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ?
Tomorrow ? No , I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to . I'm going out of the town on business .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment ! It will be the 21st of May . Oh , dear . Arm ... I promised my aunt I would be at her birthday party .
What do you say to next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let's make it next Wednesday .
Ok . Bye .
Bye .
Like me ? But you see I am so successful now . And if he is really like me , he will be more successful than me in the future .
Stop , stop ... We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study . Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school .
Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work .
In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ?
That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ?
That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school . So now I am much more clever than you .
It's interesting . I think I will take the bus tour . By the way , what about the lodging ?
We will lodge at the indigenes ' houses . It's interesting .
Well as I mentioned before , I do tend to get frustrated if I don ' t see progress in my work or career . I suppose I ' m quite a restless character . My father always taught me to be a high achiever .
So would you say if things don ' t go your way at work it could easily get you down ?
Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ' m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon .
Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ' s true . Okay , well let ' s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ?
Yes , please .
If it's within the legal limit , I prefer to keep it .
Yeah , especially since Jack didn't take care of the plane reservations .
You're not coming ?
Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ?
I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 .
Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ?
We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd .
I'm sorry , Mom .
Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas .
Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you .
I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best .
I know . Goodnight .
Certainly .
And do you have any medicine for air sickness ?
Well , yes . I ' ll give him the medicine too .
I ' ll appreciate your help
Will it wash well and the color won't fade ?
It's of good quality .
he is tall and slim , fair-haired .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
I am looking for a growth opportunity , which I feel is not available at my current employer . In terms of skills , I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating systems .
Where do you see yourself five years from now ?
I see myself in a management position .
Fine ! Will you need part-time or full-time work ?
I want to work part-time .
Fine , the two best ways are to use our local listings binders over there or you can use the computers with the Internet job listing sites . See them over there ?
Yes , I know what to do .
Well , in addition , you can schedule an appointment with a job counselor on this list . If you would like to do that , sign here , OK ?
Yes , I think that would be great .
Fine , well the job search tools are all here for you to use . Feel free to look around and use what works best for you . Have fun with it !
This is a first ! You must have won the lottery .
Well , what I can tell you is this . We've got an excellent record on making deliveries to our customers . Besides , all our cartons are lined with shockproof cardboards and are wrapped up with polyethylene sheets . So they're not only shockproof but also dampproof .
In that case , I guess I can rest assured .
Well , I guess you can say that . The safety of packing is something we always pay a lot of attention to . Especially for those fragile commodities , we've got to be extra careful . Otherwise , if the things we don't want to see happened , we would be responsible and that'll cause you a lot of inconvenience , too .
You're right . But wouldn't it be safer to use wooden cases ?
We sure can if you want us to , but the charge will be much higher .
It wouldn't be worth the trouble in that case , would it ? Let's still use cartons .
Sure , no problem . As I said , cartons are good enough for goods like this . You don't have to worry about it .
Then , you should dress well .
That ' s right .
I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you .
You are smart .
Of course , the sports shoes don ' t go with the formal occasions .
You are right . What kind of shoes should I wear ?
The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers .
Good idea . Oh , by the way , would you please pick me up after the party , honey ?
It ' ll be too late ; you ' d better take a taxi .
OK .
Is it dry yet ?
Yep . See how long and curly my lashes are ?
They look fake .
Thanks !
It's the end of the world for me .
What makes you say that ?
Today , I'm told I failed three courses .
Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term .
I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me .
Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine .
I hope so .
All right , fine . Thank you , William .
No . I need a double and three triples . My family is waiting for me in the car .
Please fill out this form , sir .
Ok ... Here you are .
Here are your keys . Check out time is noon .
Is breakfast included ?
No .
Great idea .
Well , I am worried to death right now ! There is still no news from the company for me .
Let it be ! Time will tell .
Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result . Let me check my mail-box again .
That won't take long .
Well , it won't if there no line at the pump .
Well , I'm not quite ready .
I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you !
You wouldn't do a thing like that !
Oh , yes , I would !
Let me see ... at 6:15 am local time tomorrow .
Gotcha .
And that will be 10:15 pm Tokyo time .
Of course , he would . Would you leave them with me ?
We are suppliers of the summer clothes of various styles and colors . I think you will be interested in some of our new products . We always keep the pace of the clothes fashion , so as to catch the interest of our customers .
We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want .
As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications .
How long would it take you to deliver the orders ?
Two months at most .
Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ?
Yes , of course , here you are . The prices are subject to our confirmation .
yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ?
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
no . did you ?
yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
There's nothing to watch right now .
I know . I was watching a re-run . I have nothing to do and I was bored .
Me too . Let's get together and do something .
I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ?
Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow .
Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny .
That's great . We can do something outdoors then .
Are there any special events going on tomorrow ?
Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow .
Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out .
Do you know what time it starts ?
It starts at one PM .
Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there .
Perfect . I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty .
No , nothing . It's thoughtful of you to call me again .
Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions .
OK , I will .
A glass of Qingdao beer .
Yes , sir . I'll bring it over . Have you decided what you'd like , sir ?
Will you make some recommendation ?
It might be good to you . But please keep in mind that too much tanning damages the skin rather than does any good to you . You might end up with skin cancer .
Carson . It's nice to mee you , too .
the weather is so warm for December , don't you think ?
it is unusually warm . I blame it on global warming .
global warming is wreaking havoc everywhere .
so sure . Are you from around here ?
no . I'm new here . I just moved here a few months ago .
where are you from ?
I'm from China . What about you ?
I am from Texas . I was in China once , but it was a long time ago .
did you enjoy it ?
I did . I especially liked the food . What do you think about the food here ?
it's very different from Chinese food , but I am getting used to it .
Is that the Da Vinci Code that you've got there ?
yes , have you read it ?
no , but I saw the movie . What do you think about it ?
well , to be honest , I've only gotten though 10 pages of it . So far , though , it's interesting .
well , this is my stop . it was nice talking with you .
likewise . Bye !
let me put it this way . I've never seen a professional sorts game in a stadium because I could never get myself to walk to the top of the stairs to sit down .
so what did you do about it yesterday ?
I went sky-diving !
you're kidding me ! that sounds really scary !
It was scary , but it felt great , too .
weren't you scared ?
of course I was scared . But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped .
so have you cured your fear of heights ?
I think so . After I jumped out of the plane , I realized that I should just enjoy life . Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly .
I'm impressed .
are you scared of anything ?
well , sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself .
what do you think is going to happen ?
I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things .
it sounds like you just need to be more careful .
What was that like ?
It was always very busy there .
What did you do ?
I stood behind the register and took pizza orders .
Did you get any perks on the job ?
Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free .
I feel run down , tired . I've been having headaches almost every day . And I'm not getting as much sleep as I usually do .
Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know .
Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch .
And what about dinner ?
Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all .
That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ?
I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first .
I'm sorry , I didn't hear you clearly . Could you repeat that please ?
Certainly . Mr . Nelson can not take your call at the moment because he is away . He stepped out of the office for the whole afternoon and is not expected back until tomorrow morning . His schedule is very unpredictable at times , so the best way to reach him is to first make an appointment by email or text messaging .
Can I leave a message for him please ?
Of course , can you leave your name and number ? I'm sure Mr . Nelson will return your call as soon as he is able .
My name is Max Richards , my phone number is 898-3423 . Could you ask him to call me back as soon as he gets back , please ? I have a rather timely matter to discuss with him .
Can you tell me what it's about ? I can make a note of it , so Mr . Nelson is aware and prepared when he returns your call .
Yes , please let him know I would like to discuss the Girard case with him .
His mother , not me , should do this .
Great ! This is my first visit to the Fair . Everything is new to me . Would you please give me some information ?
Glad to . The Fair is a big gathering taking place twice a year , thousands of businessmen from more than a hundred and fifty countries and regions are here to trade with China .
What about your company ?
Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ?
My firm has high standing in my country . My bank is the City Bank , New York . You may refer to it for my status .
How much is the ticket ?
3 . 5 dollars each .
It takes only one day and you could experience almost all the famous spots in the city , I don't think you would like to miss it .
Sounds persuasive . How much will you charge for it ?
50 dollars per person .
That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ?
Of course . Please take it easy .
I see . May I know the schedule ?
Why not ?
Well , yes . Thanks , there's no trouble at the moment .
So , what can I do for you today ? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer ?
I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home .
Oh , domestic things ? Yes , of course , we can help you with that .
Not really . What are these toys over there ?
Ma'am , these are complimentary with each purchase . How about that one below the toys ? This is the best seller . They are of the latest model that can be found in town .
I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ?
Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock .
Really ? How so ?
You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away .
Okay .
Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it .
How about its quality ?
Its durability will be a big surprise to you .
What about the price ?
500 yuan . And if you buy it today , there will be a 15 % discount for you .
I guess the fire wasn't in the tool shed after all . It looks like the back of the house was burning .
I wonder if anyone can call the Ridleys about this . Do you know them well ?
Not really .
Do you know where they're vacationing ?
I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure . It ' s a bad thing to return home to . They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned .
Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt . It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ?
Yes , I suppose . It's a dangerous thing if a fire starts when people are sleeping .
Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ?
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
Yes . I am going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
Of course ! Swimming can help you stay in shape by targeting all parts of your body .
Really ? Does swimming have other advantages ?
It could also help you increase vital capacity .
That ' s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight .
You will make it if you persist in it .
Really ? I've already opened it . Great ! And it is exactly after my fancy . Thank you very much .
Oh , no ! I did a lot of bad things this year . I hope the kitchen god isn't like Lester--he blabs my mistakes to everybody !
Actually , there's a way to keep the kitchen god from telling the bad things you did .
What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ?
I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you !
Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester .
And what happened ?
His face broke out and he said it was my fault !
Yes , on the cancer ward . And Taylor was there . He walked right by me and didn't even see me .
Maybe he was just visiting someone .
But you saw how skinny and pale he looks . He has " cancer patient " written all over his face .
It will be fun . And besides , you'll be in the best company .
Dad . You're so cute . What do I need to do to help get ready ?
You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car .
Jeans and a tee shirt , right ?
Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool .
It's nice to hear that anyway .
I think we can visit West Lake . The landscapes are attractive . It is said that just as there is paradise in heaven , there are Su Thou and Hang Thou on earth .
It's surely worth going to . There are ten famous spots there .
What can we do next after locating the place ?
Inform my members to prepare for the travelling . And then we can discuss about the travelling costs .
OK . How does seven o'clock this evening sound ?
Great . See you then .
Let me see ... The weekend after next looks pretty good . Otherwise , I'm all booked up .
Purple . But today , I'm thinking of buying one in a bright colour .
Yes , I see . How do you like this one ?
May I have a try ?
Certainly .
It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ?
Not from this brand , I'm afraid .
What about other brands ?
How about this one ?
Oh , that's the very thing I need .
I would say do not make the e-mail exchange too long . A lot of times a connection via e-mail creates almost a false sense of intimacy . Quickly make sure there is a connection in the physical world .
Can you give us any other safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net ?
I'd suggest you not give out too much personal information , like your home address , until after several dates . Just keep up the same guards you would keep up if you were meeting any stranger .
Besides the growth of these matchmaker sites , do you have any stats on success rates ? Are people out there finding true and lasting love through the Internet
Well , for a site like ecrush . com , since their debut in Valentine's Day in 1999 , of the 1 . 5 million people who have joined ecrush . com , 300000 have actually matched .
Do you have any successful stories to share ?
Yes , the couple that I highlighted at today's show met on Match . com and they're getting married this summer .
I work at the polling place .
You didn ' t tell me you were working there this year .
I do this every year .
How ' d you get that job ?
I applied online .
That ' s interesting .
I enjoy working there every year .
How much do they pay ?
They pay just enough .
Well , girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things . Actually , do we still have a meeting this afternoon ?
Sure , when those never ending meetings .
The total amount is $ 185 .
Does it include the charge for drinks ?
Yes .
Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please .
Thanks .
Half past seven in the morning .
Where to meet ?
In the market .
OK . Bottoms up .
Bottoms up .
It's on me .
Thank you . This place is nice .
I see . You need the reference numbers ? For each cheque ?
Yes , Sir . Do you have that information with you ? At this bank , we always recommend our customers write down the reference number of each Traveller's Cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the Traveller's Cheques .
All right , Elizabeth . But this is the last time .
No problem . Wish you a nice trip .
After overcoming these buttons , you should check whether there is any paper in the machine , you must make sure this .
I couldn't agree more .
And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one .
What can I do next ?
The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax .
Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ?
Maybe we should call its after-service man .
Me too . Do you think they are going to get the championship this time ?
I have confidence in them .
Yeah ! I just started my training today and I ' m not really sure where to begin .
It ' s ok , I know how it is . This machine here will work out your upper body , mainly your triceps and biceps . Are you looking to develop strength or muscle tone and definition ?
Well , I don ' t want to be ripped like you ! I just want a good physique with weights and Carpio .
In that case you want to work with less weight . You can start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets . Five kilo weights should be enough . Now it ' s very important that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a muscle .
Got it ! Wow is that the weight you are lifting ? My goodness that ' s a lot of weight !
It ' s not that much . Just watch ... I ' m ok ...
Oh , I see , that's the size of 12 x 18cm . How many prints do you want to have ?
One is OK . How much does it cost ?
Let me see . Eleven yuan .
Here's twenty yuan .
This is your change .
Thank you .
What do natives get ?
They get higher level English , which is more formal than everyday spoken English . They also deal with matters of style and creativity .
Do you mean that a native doesn ' t make any mistakes in grammar ?
Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken .
I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ' t know standard English in American universities .
Actually there are more non-native speakers than you think . That ' s why it ' s so important to quit worrying about making mistakes . Just talk to everyone every chance you get .
It's my new radio earphone .
It's so small that I didn't notice it .
What were you screaming at me for ?
Really ? He looks so young .
News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
It is a little bit expensive , but it's worth it .
Yeah . You know driving is boring . TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving .
It can also entertain your passengers like me .
That's the point .
This automobile is just right for your needs because not only is it compact for ease in city driving , but also , it has many safety features . I know that as a parent , you are concerned about safety in driving your kids to and from school .
That's true . What kind of safety features are we talking about ?
This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical .
You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ?
Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy .
With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for .
Why don't you take it for a test drive , and think it over .
I reserved a non-smoking room , but the smell of smoke in this room is so strong that I can ' t endure it .
I ' m sorry . I ' ll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away . The doorman is going to help you with your luggage . I do apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . Thanks .
Yes . The price has been reduced by 50 % . It ' s a real bargain .
I ' ll take it . I also need to improve the lighting in my living room . Do you have any suggestions ?
Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ' re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ?
It ' s quite large . It ' s about 40 square metres .
I ' d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better .
Ok . I like the design of this lamps . I also need some cushion covers . I ' ll just browse through those ones over there .
Where is the interview happening ?
It is on the Jianshe Street where there is a Carrefour Supermarket near it .
Oh , can you check my oil and tires while you're at it ?
No problem . I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me .
OK , it's open .
Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat .
Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ?
Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Nine gallons of premium . That's $ 15 . 32 , please .
That's marketing research ... But what about getting started once you have an idea ?
After you have your great idea , then you can set up shop by registering a domain name , creating a website , an email address , and a hosting service . If you want to go all out on your website , you can put together shopping cart technology , but that can be pricey to start out with .
Sounds like a lot of work !
Anything worth doing takes work . Money doesn't grow on trees ... Most of us have to work for it .
Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ?
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . DKNY ?
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
It's cooked with lemon and savored with rice .
Sound nice , I will try it .
You're meal also include soup and salad .
What's the soup of the day ?
French onion soup , sir , what dressing would you like for your salad ?
Thousand Island , please .
Great .
And don't forget your fishing tackle .
Ok . I like fishing very much .
Yes , I had a wonderful time .
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
Very sweet .
How much are they ?
These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each .
All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones .
OK . Anything else ?
Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms .
Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are .
How much is it in all ?
Thirty dollars .
Yes .
And a white sports car .
Um , that ' s good .
Yes , but he ' s got a wife and 3 children as well .
Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ?
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus .
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the center of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
What is it ?
It has been two or three days .
I think you've got a flu . Take this prescription to the chemist's and then go back and sleep .
Thank you very much .
Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon .
Thank you .
This is Mr . Smith of XYZ Company . When will he be back ?
He'll be back at about five in the afternoon . Could I take a message ?
Yes , Please tell him I called and ask him to return my call as soon as possible . It's about the PPT contract .
All right , Mr . Smith . I'll be sure he gets your message .
You did pretty bad .
Exactly how bad ?
You didn't pass the test .
I don't understand how I could've failed it .
There are a few reasons why you failed .
What are the reasons ?
The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver .
Can I take the test again ?
You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks .
No , I want the fish .
Our special tonight is lobster .
Thank you , but I prefer the fish .
Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb .
No , I'd like the fish .
Whatever you say .
A light brown suit and a pink tie today , and a light blue shirt and a blue tie yesterday . A perfect match !
The tie is necessary for man . It makes you look so attractive in a super tie .
Match is important ; well , the way of tying is also important .
My father dose not know how to tie a tie , for he often wears a cravat .
My father wears a tie every day , but he can ' t do it himself . My mother helps him with his tie every morning .
You mother is not only a patient mother but also a gentle wife .
That's no use . This is morning rush hour .
It's a pleasure to assist you . Please tell me when you'll be needing the room , sir .
If my plans don't change , I'll need a room April 14 till April 17 .
Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ?
Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay .
Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course .
$ 308 a night ? That's a fair price .
Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , please .
Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ?
I have absolutely no problem with that .
Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number .
Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 .
Thank you for making a reservation with us . We look forward to seeing you in April !
Yes , of course . In accounting , cash means all items that are acceptable for depositing in a bank .
I know .
Why ? You make me confused .
He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later .
Why does he have such a privilege ?
He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him .
I see . Does he live by himself ?
Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle .
He must be lonely ?
I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories .
How respectable !
That's a hard time . The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
I've got all the cords plugged in , but it appears that I'm offline .
Are you using dial-up or broadband ?
actually , I've got a wireless connection .
In that case , you need to turn on your airport .
I hook up to the Internet every day . I can't believe I didn't do that .
do you like ever chat online ?
No , but I'd like to . Do you have to pay to do instant messaging ?
Oh , no . You can register for free . Just go to the yahoo website and it will tell you how to do it .
what do you do if people want to talk to you online but you don't want to talk to them ?
well , you can always block them . When I don't feel like talking to certain people online , that's what I do .
what's your email address ? I'll add you to my contacts list .
it's aubreyinchina@yahoo . com .
cool . We can meet up in a chat room sometime or just chat online using messenger . thanks for your help .
don't mention it .
Yes , you are right .
You mustn't pick it in this place .
Where is it ?
It's a private garden .
This balcony is perfect for barbecuing .
And we could get a dog !
I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish .
Well , fish it will be then .
Done . Here is my paper .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the question there and lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
How long does that usually take ?
About twenty minutes .
What's happening at the far end ?
That's the packing line . The goods are being wrapped and loaded onto pallets ready for transportation .
Mrs . Davinson . Mary Davison . M-A-R-Y , mary . D-A-V-I-N-S-O-N . Davison .
OK . I've got it .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
I just sense . But I cannot grow anymore . My boss is not really supporting me . I am interested in some positions in other JV companies , but I need to do some more in-step research before I send my application letters out .
That is important . Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application .
Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later .
Ok , good luck to you .
I know . But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point .
So how come it's still playing ?
I'm watching reruns of it .
Reruns ?
That means our local TV station is showing old episodes . You can watch reruns of nearly every old sitcom .
It ' s too late .
These here are all mediums .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're presents for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ?
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
One moment please , Ms White .
Yes , that was for two single rooms , wasn't it ?
I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you .
Are they quiet rooms ?
Well they are facing the street
but there's a lovely view .
We'd like quiet rooms thanks .
Of course
Next Friday .
I ' m sorry , sir . We can ' t accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking . May I suggest another hotel , sir ?
Oh , thank you very much .
Please hold the line . I ' ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need .
How do I contact them ?
I ' ll give you their phone number . It ' s 601 789 5634 .
Smith .
A minute , please . ... Yes , this way , please .
Not that long ago , I think it was four months ago .
We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers .
Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ?
First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ' t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves .
I see . What else ?
We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones .
Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ' t seem like a waste of time and money .
Trust me , regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs .
It's good . It's a nice room .
And here is the menu . I'll come back soon .
Thank you .
should I take my shoes off ?
whatever you prefer .
this is a very nice place . How long have you been living here now ?
just over three weeks . Would you like a drink ?
sure , what do you have ?
I've got white wine , red wine , gin and tonics , ginger ale , lemonade , orange juice , and sprite .
I'll have a glass of red wine please .
one glass of red wine coming up !
so how many people are coming for the dinner tonight ?
there's just going to be 6 of us tonight .
oh , I thought there were going to be eight . who isn't coming ?
Marcia and Paul called to cancel at the last moment . Paul was running late and Marcia wasn't feeling well .
that's too bad . They ' re such good company .
I think there's someone at the door .
excuse me while I go and get that .
Do you have any price range ? Is there any way you can give me any idea of what direction to go or how high is too high ?
We're just looking for a reasonable price according to the specifications in our project blueprint . That's all I can say .
Yes , my name is Ms Jane Reeve , R-E-E-V-E .
Ah , yes , Ms Reeve . I have all of your information here . Do you have the cash cheque ?
Here you go .
I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here .
Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ?
I'm sorry , we cannot make corrections on these . You'll have to bring another one with the correct amount , I'm afraid .
Yes , It ' s essential .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . we certainly don ' t want a highjack to happen on our plane today .
That's a notebook ?
Believe it !
It looks more like a toy , or a cool briefcase !
What vegetables come with the steaks ?
Potato chips and French dressing .
I know what you mean .
He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand .
Maybe he is not good at rebounding ?
Indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
Who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
Well then , what are your spoils ?
Well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
Well , since my husband and I are from two different countries , and we live in a third country , we decided to have one in each country . It wasn't actually that expensive .
Were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married ?
I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ' t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood .
Did your husband's family get to meet your family ?
My husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed that the wedding party should be less about money and more about family .
That makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ?
We waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa .
You really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ?
Not at all , but we don ' t have a very traditional marriage either , so it suited us perfectly !
Got it ! Did you fill up the tank ?
Yup , it ' s all set .
You ' re sure we ' re not forgetting anything ?
I ' m sure ... we ' Ve got all our bases covered .
Well , let ' s get going then ! I love road trips !
Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ?
But we ' Ve only been on the road for ten minutes .
I know , but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left .
Sure . Where shall I meet you ?
At the gate of the park .
Great . I look forward to meeting you .
See you then .
See you .
Oh no , this type gets dirty very easily and it's difficult to clean .
Alright , let's look at some others .
Look , this one matches our room and it's inexpensive .
Moreover , it's easy to clean , right ? You are really lazy .
I heard they were just married for half a year .
That ' s true . She said they often argued over nickel-and-dime things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock .
You said it . You know , they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Definitely . Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
Are you in pain ?
No . Except for the rash , I feel fine .
Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ?
I would like to come in on Tuesday .
I will write you in for that day at 4
I would like to see Dr . Smith .
I will write you in on that doctor ' s schedule . See you then .
Service Technician . How can I apply for this position ?
You need to fill out an Application Form .
Where is it ?
It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ' t leave any blank spaces . When you ' re done bring the application to me .
Okay . Thanks .
Believe it or not . Everybody is talking about it in the company .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
Me too .
I ' m really sorry , Mr . Samuel . I really don ' t remember that .
The fare is different from the meter .
Well , madam , the meter was not on at all . You didn't tell me .
But I thought it was . Anyway . I am in a hurry . Here is the money .
You were playing it very late last night .
Yeah ?
It kept me awake .
Oh , I'm sorry .
It kept me awake a couple of hours .
I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud .
It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me .
It's true . It was a bit loud .
I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future .
Oh , it's no problem . It ' s OK . You know , it only happened once .
I am glad we've straightened everything out .
You don ' t know that ?
I just don ' t know .
It ' s this Tuesday .
You can ' t be serious .
Why would I joke ?
Thanks for telling me .
You should ' Ve known already .
I forgot .
As long as you go vote , that ' s all that matters .
Which bus should I take then ?
You should change to the No . 701 bus at the next stop .
Thank you so much !
Not at all .
ok . I ' ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
we ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
while you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way .
actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
my pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
It seems that nobody can always expect things to pan out well each time .
Not really . Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN .
So I take it you're pretty bored too .
Just killing time until I find something to do . What are you going to do ?
It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing . What's wrong with us ?
You wanna shoot some hoops ?
I already tried to call up some of the guys , but they are all busy .
Where's your girlfriend ? I thought you were going out with her today .
She's out shopping with her friends .
Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then .
Aright . Do you have any cigarettes ?
I only have a couple left . Why don't you pick some up on the way .
Ok . See you there in about 30 minutes .
Aright . See you there .
I'd be delighted to , John . Saturday did you say ?
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
Well , actually it ' s just about luck .
Sure . We attach great importance to the all-round development of the staff , and the development of individuals will motivate them to work more diligently and efficiently .
I kind of like it . He looks better that way , doesn't he ? More presidential .
I preferred the forward with pictures of him side-by-side with monkeys .
Yeah , their expressions were exactly the same !
It's hard to believe that you like it . You are so easy to be satisfied .
Hey , it's not that bad . The food is nutritious and it's really convenient . I don't want to spend too much time on eating stuff .
Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine .
Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ?
No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch .
But you didn't eat anything today .
Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant .
All right . I'm going to the McDonald's .
For what ? I thought you didn't like western food .
No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week .
That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food .
Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one .
That's for sure . It's always hard for the parents to say no to their children .
Is there a charge for that . I know other stores have a restocking fee .
There will be no charge at all . However you must show us the receipt . Could you sign it here , please ?
Thank you .
All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund .
Thanks . I'll put it in a safe place .
I am 25 years old .
Are you married ?
No , I am still single .
Can you tell me something about your family ?
Ok . There are four persons in my family , my parents , my elder sister and me .
I did ! I found this lovely teapot . It was the best one I saw in the shops .
And how did you get around town ?
I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do .
Right , so you didn ' t get lost ?
I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China . They soon showed me the way !
I see .
I am equipped with much experience in teaching for more than 30 years and I also edit teaching materials by myself .
Sorry , sir , we are having a sale now .
I am sorry to say I haven't , but I have taken many other courses that concerns the PR , such as Social Psychology , Public Affairs and Mass Communication .
I am afraid not , darling . Our expenses are mounting .
We have to cut back on our shopping from now on .
Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income .
I hope so .
Yes , it took a year and a lot of initiative to get that account .
What's your sales record been like there ?
The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ' m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years .
If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ?
Hmm ... I think I am ready for a new challenge . I've put a good team together at my present company , and I think If I want to take the next step in my career , it's time for me to move on .
Public schools are usually state funded , whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere .
Which is better ?
One isn ' t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers .
I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school .
Yes , sometimes .
Since we're late , let's go to see a film .
OK . Hurry up .
They suddenly become shy when they speak to boys .
Some even do make-up slightly . Are you aware that previous ' small potato ' Ma Xiaoxiao becomes a piece of cheese cake recently ?
She is certainly not my kind of girl .
Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes .
You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either .
I appreciate the saying ' Love consists in this , that two solitude protect , border and salute each other . '
Yes , I know . A friend of mine is a guide . He talked with me about his work , but I don't mind working hard .
Have you applied with any other companies ?
No , this is my first .
Is there anything you want to ask about ?
I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ?
Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ?
Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere .
All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
I can let you have some silvers if that is good .
OK , thanks .
Ok . I am done . You have nothing on the list left behind . But I suggest you take sneakers with you .
Why ?
It is necessary for you to walk on the street . Otherwise , it will be not good to wear high heeled shoes .
That makes sense . I will do it .
You do need to take some medicines with you . Just in case .
Good idea .
OK , here is your change .
I know it does . I catch this bus a lot .
How long does it take for the bus to get there ?
The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so .
Where do we get off the bus ?
Right behind Macy's is a bus stop .
The stop is really at the mall ?
It's in the middle of the parking lot .
That's perfect .
I know it is .
No way to know .
Fine . Let ' s meet this afternoon . I ' ll draw you a better picture of the situation .
Don't mention it . It was the least I could do .
If there's ever anything I can do for you , Don't hesitate to let me know .
Thank you .
I'm most grateful .
It was a pleasure .
Here's the key then .
No problem , sir .
Strawberry cake as dessert , please . By the way , could you serve my main course without garlic and put less ginger in it .
No problem , sir .
Sure , we'll take 20 % off the price .
I like this colour and it is very bright .
This color is becoming to you , too .
Yes , I think so . How much are they ?
The pink one is 30 yuan , and the purple one is 35 yuan .
Yes , me too . I mostly listen to hip hop , but there are many genres of music I like .
Yes .
But I think time can change everything .
Thank you . Do you want your money back ?
No , can I exchange it for a bigger one ?
I am afraid this is the biggest size we have .
Oh , that's too bad .
Maybe you would like to try this one with the willow pattern . The price is the same and it's bigger .
Yes , yes . I've got all of that here .
And also , the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number .
Check , check and check .
What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ?
Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ?
As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid .
No problem , I'll settle that now . You can take it from my Business Account .
Is there anything else ?
Mr . : For those of you who don't have a calculator , get one .
We are allowed to use a calculator in class ?
Mr . : Yes . By the way , review today's notes this evening . We may have a small quiz tomorrow .
Soda or water ?
Just plain water with plenty of ice rock .
All right . Please wait for a minute .
0K . Well , I suppose I have no choice . What do you want me to do ?
What time is the most convenient for you to change rooms , sir ?
I'm going out in about half an hour .
What time will you be back ?
Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose .
We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return .
OK . I'll do that .
Thank you very much , sir .
Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge , and creativity . I love this job .
I can see that . But I didn ' t know you had experience in that line of work .
I didn ' t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted .
Congratulations ! You do have the right attitude .
When will you give me a raise ?
Ha ... I am not sure .
I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly .
Let me think . How much did you have in mind ?
5 000 yuan per month .
That's a lot of money . Let me think about it carefully .
Why do you think so ?
Well , one of the most spectacular things about this one was the special effects . State of the art special effects are the main reason for the success of previous episodes , so audiences have high expectations for this one , and I don't think they will be disappointed .
You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures .
It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie .
Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes .
I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling .
I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong .
Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ?
No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ' t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak .
Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role .
I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ' re going to start making it and when it ' s scheduled for release ?
I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one .
I hope so , too .
Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late .
Okay , let's go !
Well . The doctor doesn't see nobody without an appointment .
Well , I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and ...
Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 .
I ' d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ...
Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next . You don't have insurance ?
No , not for this country .
How about traveler's insurance ?
No , I didn't think I ' d need it .
Can you pay cash , then ?
Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain .
All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job .
I know . I am sorry that I yelled at you .
All right . Why don ' t you have a seat ? What ' s the problem ?
No , I think it came out of my pocket when I was in the taxi .
Is there anything I can do ?
Can I borrow some money ?
Sure , how much do you need ?
About 50 dollars .
That's no problem .
Thanks . I'll pay you back on Friday .
That'll be fine . Here you are .
What are you going to do now ?
I'm going to buy some books and then I'm going to the gas station .
If you wait a minute I can go with you .
OK . I'll wait for you .
Thank you .
As you know , Miss Wang , we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills . We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate .
Thank you .
Today ' s interview is for us to get to know a little about you . And the interview will last a little bit longer . So , if you ' re comfortable , I want to ask you some questions .
You can make it by the No . 913 bus , or by subway Line 13 .
Oh , yes , I'd very much like to go .
That is great . Dinner starts at 6
I'll be there in time .
All right . Bye .
Bye .
I always give each job my best efforts , so when others are not pulling their weight , I am frustrated .
What is your greatest accomplishment ?
I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project .
Can you work under pressure ?
Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ' t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work .
What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ?
There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy .
How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ?
I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive . Some of them change their attitude later .
My flight No . is 102 leaving Baiyun Airport at fourteen twenty .
Yes , that's our regular flight to Shanghai . What's your name , PLS ?
I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J .
One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ' t you ?
Yes , that's right .
Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight !
Thanks !
You will find a taxi stand the street corner .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
How did you know ?
You always act like this when you ' Ve fallen in love . Who is he ? How did you meet ?
His name is Tony and we met my first night in Pathos . He works with my sister who lives there .
Was it love at first sight ?
Not really . I wasn ' t looking for a holiday romance , but my sister told me that she had promised him that she ' d set him up on blind date with me . I didn ' t think I ' d have anything to lose , so I went .
And ?
Let ' s just say that by the third date , we both realized that we had fallen in love .
That happened quickly ! Are you going to see him again ?
Luckily , his company has a position available here , so he ' s going to see if he can get relocated .
It sounds like he is madly in love with you . Are you ready for such a serious relationship ?
Well , I ' m not really a spring chicken anymore . We don ' t know what will happen .
I don't know . Check the flyer or check with the produce person .
Nice to meet you , George . I'm Irene .
So Irene , what do you do ?
I'm in computing . I work for Macrohard .
Macrohard , eh ?
What do you do ?
I have my own company that designs computer systems .
I see . What does the service involve ?
Well , the same as for private vehicles really , but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear .
Can you carry out major repairs here ?
Yes , we've got all the necessary equipment . We can give the engines a major overhaul . If there's a serious problem , we strip down the engine and find the faulty component . Would you like to look around ?
Yes . I really wanted to do so . I love those handicrafts , especially the paper-cut .
Paper-cuts are all hand-made . Let me see the paper-cuts you bought . They are all animals .
Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ?
All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes .
Then I will buy some tomorrow .
Why do you want to buy so much ?
Because I want to send them to my friends .
I see .
Actually , I don't think you can call the police . Not yet at least . He hasn't done anything . And probably the police will just ignore it . But if anything happens again , then maybe you should call .
Why can't I call the police now ? He was definitely following me !
Of course you can call the police if you want . That's not what I mean . I'm just saying that they probably won't do anything .
I suppose . What can they do ? I don't even know who he is .
Listen , Carol . Don't let this bother you too much . Probably it's nothing . Just keep your eyes open when you go out . If you see him a third time , and if he follows you again , then I think we should go to the police . But for now , just try not to worry .
Alright . And I won't go to that cafe for awhile .
No problem . This one is made of pure gold .
I think the cloisonn bracelet is more beautiful .
You ' re right . This one costs less , but is more beautiful .
Will the luster fade out after some time ?
No , we guarantee the quality .
Ok . Can I try it on ?
Certainly , the mirror is right here .
Sure . How about my passport ?
That's fine ! How would you like this cash back ?
I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please .
Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day .
Thank you and bye-bye !
No . sir . If only you check out before 15:00
Thank you .
It sounds reasonable . Maybe I should look on the bright side .
Why the drama ? Have you been watching soap operas ?
No . Just the smell of bread toasting to a perfect golden brown ...
Brings back memories ?
Thank you for the invitation . I'll be very happy to go .
Good !
What time should I arrive ?
How about 6:00 ?
Fine . See you then .
No one would listen to any of my suggestions . Instead , they just kept arguing with each other .
Who was chairing the meeting ?
Bob .
Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes .
That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him .
What was the meeting about ?
We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient .
It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient .
Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ?
You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details .
Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ?
You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information .
That's a good idea , I think I will try that at the next meeting .
Why not start with the most interesting one ?
Actually , I ' m interested in all of them . The more choices we have , the harder to make a decision .
Toss a coin to decide then .
I was looking forward to your arrival .
I really don't have enough money .
My stomach feels so empty .
Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too .
I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then .
Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat .
That's not nice .
You can always go home and make something to eat .
I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here .
Sorry . That's not my fault .
Some of his early films are hard to find nowadays , especially the ones where he only played a bit part .
I see . I ' m sure you ' ll find them one day . I see you also have several poster of him .
Yes . These posters are new . I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday .
Are you a member of his fan club ?
I was , but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet , so I ' m not a member now .
Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month ?
Of course ! I bought two copies .
Two copies ? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of , right ?
We are nor alone here . So many other families !
Sure . The sunny days of spring are ideal for outdoor gatherings .
Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn .
OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff .
Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ?
Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys .
Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ?
He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do .
Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science .
Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic !
I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world .
I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day .
Well , OK . you are always right .
My boy wants me to buy a toy , so I think I ' d better satisfy him .
But I have seen many toys in your home .
There is none now because he likes to destroy toys .
But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ?
Yes , I am annoyed by this , too .
And you still buy him new ones ?
Yes , I think so .
You will spoil him .
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Well , then , would you fill out this PIR from ? And also we need your signature here .
How soon would you deliver my baggage ?
Hopefully by tomorrow evening . Which hotel are you going to stay ?
At the down town Hilton Hotel .
When is the expected date of your departure ?
I'm going to return next week .
Excuse me , what business are you looking after in Germany ?
I am running Chinese arts and crafts .
What arts and crafts are you interested in this time ?
I hope to import some silk from Hangzhou to Germany . Can you help me ?
Sure , I'll certainly help you do it .
Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ?
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
That's a relief ! I was a little worried about it ; I left England in a bit of a hurry .
How much would you like to change ?
Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty .
Please fill in this exchange form , and I'll need to see your passport , and sign here . That's the money and your passport back . Of course , if you don't spend all of it , you can come back and we'd be happy to buy the local currency back from you .
Were there any animals in the forest ?
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
Every fifteen minutes .
I really can't wait that long . Are there any other buses that can take me there ?
The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it .
Where can I find the bus ?
The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Yes , I know that .
So , can I buy some new shoes as a Christmas present ?
Sure , a promise is a promise .
Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ?
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
It ' s about Bob Dylan .
Who is he ?
He ' s a famous American musician .
Who ' s the author ?
It was written by Howard Sounds .
What do you think about it ?
It ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot from reading it .
Can I read it when you ' re done ?
Sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
How many chapters does the book have ?
There are 15 chapters in total .
When do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
Thanks . Charlie !
No problem . Bob .
She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating .
Yes , now many girls want to be independent , so it is a little popular , especially among white collars .
But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself .
Forget about it !
Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ?
It will be a long story . We have many differences , for example , she usually puts all her clothes into washing machine . That is the sort of thing I can not bear .
But baby girls are just as good and just as fun as baby boys .
I agree with you , but you know how old-fashioned the elders are .
If you don't mind me asking , how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel ?
This hotel could use some insecticide , but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful .
That's very honest of you . Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time .
Of course not ! We built a snowman , some snow dogs and one big snow fort . We went sliding on the nice hill . It was a real work out . At noon , we had the most special winter picnic outside . Fortunately , we got it all on a video tape . You must come with us next time . I bet you will love it .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
Someone told joe off .
He is then in a very difficult situation .
Sure . He ' ll get the bag . I think .
Anything you say or do might make it worse . Just try to ride out the storm for a while .
She's always bothering me . What should I do ?
You'd better leave her alone .
But she always harps on me .
Just tell her off .
Yes , great !
Why don ' t you have a water or juice instead , so you don ' t get dehydrated ?
You ' re right . I ' ll save the beer for when we land . One orange juice , please .
You're welcome . Maybe next time we'll come to see you .
My wife and I will look forward to it .
I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ?
lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines .
They just announced the boarding call .
Then we've got to get going .
OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing .
Thank you again for all your help .
Bye .
Well , it's a fruit with a big nut in it .
Can you eat the nut ?
No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut .
How much are they ?
Well , the sale price is $ 1 each .
What does a mango taste like ?
They're like a citrus fruit .
How do I know if it's ripe ?
You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel .
Where do they come from ?
Most of them in this store are from Mexico .
That ' d be fine .
I like No . 4 .
You mean Sweet Heart .
Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 .
What do you think about Cold Wind ?
I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart .
So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ?
Well . I don't like Your Lips very much .
Why ?
I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ' s top ten , if you ask me .
Really ? But it's my favorite .
Well , that sounds like it would be OK . Just be careful .
Again ? You just went last week ! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home ! Honestly , why do you need a manicure every week ?
Well , first of all , I like to pamper myself , and my nails look great . You should come with me !
Why ? I don ' t want to have nail polish or anything like that !
They don ' t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish !
Yeah , sounds like something I should definitely do .
It's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it .
Did you have to pay a deposit ?
No , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first 6 months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
Do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
No , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
How long is your contract for ?
That's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
Have you started looking yet ?
Not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
I don ' t see it on the shelf .
Did you check the computer ?
I already looked .
Did it say anything ?
It said that the book is on the shelf , but it isn ' t .
I ' m sure I can get it from another library .
Could you do that ?
I ' ll let you know when I get the book in .
That ' s great . Thank you so much .
Fantastic ! The whole city is echoing with crackling sounds !
What other activities will you have tomorrow ?
Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second .
Do you bring some gifts along ?
That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand .
Is it the same practice for all families ?
Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday .
I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax .
Well , for city dwellers , the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days . While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized , the festival lasts ten days .
For instance , the mobile phone seriously distracts the attention of people from work and study .
That's true . Some people pay too much attention to their mobile phones .
Actually , it's not the fault of the mobile phone . But people should have a proper attitude towards it . Mobile phone is a tool serving people , not the fetters restricting them .
I need to transfer money .
Do you know which account you want to take the money from ?
From my savings account .
Where are you transferring the money to ?
I would like it transferred to my checking account .
How much ?
I want to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all ?
Yes . That will be all .
What brings you here ?
I'm a flight attendant and I'm here on vacation .
Where are you staying ?
I live in the Holiday Inn Lido Hotel .
Oh , it's not very far . And as far as I know it is a fancy place .
Yes , it is . Do you know where I can get a town map ?
We sell them , right here .
Great , do you have any for foreigners ? I mean English version ?
It's excellent .
Thank you for your compliment . Won't you try this fish with white sauce ? I'm rather round of it .
It's delicious .
What sort of western food do you like best ?
I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ?
I find the Chinese dishes wonderful .
Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night .
It's still early .
Really ? I can't believe it . It's like a dream come true . I never expected that I would win The Nobel Prize !
You did a good job . I'm extremely proud of you .
Thanks for the compliment .
You certainly deserve it . Let's celebrate !
The cable is down right now . I am very sorry .
When will it be working again ?
It should be back on in the next couple of days .
Do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down .
So , I don't have to pay for it ?
No , not until your cable comes back on .
Okay , thanks for everything .
You're welcome , and I apologize for the inconvenience .
Are you Chinese ?
Yes , I am . I am from Taiwan . I came here to study political science .
How do you like it ?
I like it so far . But my English still needs work .
I want to study Mandarin and international relations .
Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters ?
They teach regular characters .
I see . I'm from Taiwan , so I know regular characters better than simplified .
You just said your English needs work , yes ?
Yes , that's true . Especially my writing . I think my papers aren't good enough . I make too many grammatical mistakes .
Well , I am very serious about learning Chinese . But for me the hard part now is pronunciation . You have the four tones in Chinese . It is very hard . Maybe , if you have time , maybe we could do a language exchange .
You mean you and I ?
Yes , why not ? I mean , if you come to this cafe often , maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English .
That sounds like a good idea . How often would you like to do it ?
Let's see ... My schedule right now is quite busy . But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange .
How would we manage it though ? How would we spend the 90 minutes ?
First , we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing . If you want , I could help you edit your papers . Or we could do English conversation . Whatever you want . And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese .
Would I help you with writing ?
No . For me right now , the important thing is spoken Chinese . I need practice . So you could tutor me in speaking . We could use my textbook , and you could ask me questions . Then you could correct my mistakes .
I think it sounds like a good system . But when is it convenient to meet ?
Well , today is Monday . Actually , for me Monday at this time would be the best . I am free from now until 11
Me too . In fact , I'm free until 1
So if you want to meet at 10
It sounds good . I will bring the papers I'm working on .
And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder . I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own .
Let me give you my phone number .
Sure . I'll give you mine too . Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason .
OK . Anything to drink ?
Yes , sir . We usually serve soya-bean milk and jellied beancurd . Which one do you prefer , sir ? A
I'll try the soya-bean milk this time .
So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk .
That's right .
Thank you , sir . Just a moment , please .
Why , yes , it is . Would you like to get a look inside the apartment ?
Yes , it would be nice to see the apartment .
How about today at 6 o'clock ?
Yes , I can be there at 6 .
Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ?
I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest .
If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me .
Is there anything that I need to bring with me ?
No . I won't need to see anything except your driver's license .
Thanksgiving Day , Independence Day .
OK . sir . Please go upstairs . Someone will open the door for you .
Thanks a lot .
What is the departure date ?
We have parties every Saturday from June to October .
Right , she is so excited and simply can ' t wait .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
Can we see the menu , please ?
I'll bring it over .
Anything good for this evening ?
We have squirrel shaped mandarin fish , seeds prawn , etc .
Very good , we'll take them all .
I've heard that people in your country like mutton chops .
That's right . Mutton chops taste so good . We eat them with sauce . Have you ever tried ?
Yes , I have . I tried once when I visited your country last year . I think they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
Certainly I can . I'll buy some from the butcher's and cook for you next Sunday .
That sounds great . I'll bring a bottle of wine then .
How did you like the movie ?
I thought it was pretty good .
Really ? I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
I guess it could happen .
There is something in what you said , but what is the rent ?
200 dollars per week .
In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas .
It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent .
Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself .
Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ' s easy to go anywhere from here and it ' s near the place where I work ?
I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ?
Twice a week for work and once for shopping .
In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university .
That's true . Ok , I will think about it .
Well , there are only two classes open .
Can you tell me what days the classes are on ?
One class is on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p . m . to 4 .
And the other class ?
That class is from ten to twelve on Monday and Wednesday .
Are you sure these are the only open classes ?
Yes , I am sure .
Okay , sign me up for the class on Monday and Wednesday .
Very well then .
Sure . Do you need anything else ?
Yes , I would also like some sweet and sour sauce and pepper .
I'll put all that into the bag for you .
Do I owe you anything for the sauce , pepper and napkins ?
No , there is no charge for those .
Tea Ceremony ! Tell me about Tea Ceremony .
Tea Ceremony ! It's , there's a certain way you have to make tea , not only make tea , there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl .
I see .
Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl
How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ?
There's some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony . So you need to go to a school , yes , and learn from your teacher and their hierarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go , climb up the ladder in the hierarchy .
Not only that !
Tell me ! Tell me ! What's your secret ? !
OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone !
What ? ! You did that ? ? ! ! !
You're very kind to say so . Thank you . Do you think tomorrow morning would suit him ?
I'm afraid there's a bit of a problem . In fact , he's booked up the whole week except tomorrow afternoon .
Tomorrow afternoon , Um ... you see , I've made an appointment with Mr . Comet for tomorrow afternoon . In order to meet Mr . Zhang , I have to cancel the appointment with Mr . Comet , I'm afraid .
I'm terribly sorry , Mr Miller , but Mr . Zhang is really busy this week .
I understand . When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ?
Please let me check . Tomorrow afternoon - Yes , he'll be free from 2:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ?
Yes , that's quite all right for me .
It ' s my acceptance letter from UCLA .
What does it say ?
I ' Ve been accepted !
Are you serious ?
I ' m serious .
Good for you !
NYU was my first choice , but UCLA is just fine .
I ' m so proud of you .
Thanks . I ' m proud of myself , too .
How long do you want to keep it in our bank ?
Two years , please .
You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit .
OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ?
Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one .
I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ?
In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on .
I see .
No , this kind of cigarette is too strong for me , I desire a mild one .
What about this ?
It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ?
I have a lot of them .
Show me the one made of plastic .
OK , here you are .
Thank you .
No kidding ! Then how do you know the bag's real ?
Well , it came with a certificate , and it looks real . But auctioning on eBay is risky .
A risk I would never take ...
Then you haven't browsed eBay before ... get online . Don't hang up !
Oh , sorry . I ' ll put it out .
You , too .
You're in one of those in-between stages , aren't you .
Yes , it's not short enough to be wash-and-go and not long enough to do anything fancy .
Have you thought about wearing a hat ?
Everywhere I go ?
Well , it's one way to get through the in-betweens if you really want to grow it out !
As long as the foam on my macchiato's not burnt , too , I'll be alright for a while . You got your espresso , Jess ?
I was very sad when I was laid off last year .
He has big blue eyes and long blonde hair .
Oh , how long ?
Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold .
OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does .
He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well .
Really ?
He's quite a patient teacher , too .
Fine .
You're going to like him . Everybody says he's a nice guy .
Don't worry about it . It's not new , it already has a few scratches . Did you get hurt ?
No , thank you .
That's the most important thing .
It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid .
Forget about it .
When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway .
Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well .
I appreciate that , thank you .
I'll take 4,500 RIB , please .
Please fill in this transfer form and enter your password , here . Then the transaction should be completed .
OK ... there we go . Thanks very much .
You know , with a little elbow grease and paint , you could spruce it up a bit .
There are hardly any windows in here , and that makes it really gloomy .
Let ' s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large .
Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper .
Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please .
What ' s that smell ?
Perhaps we should move on to the next listing .
Well , healthy food , of course ! I got some whole wheat bread , skimmed milk , fresh fish and organic carrots ...
Organic ? What ' s organic ? Do we need organic carrots ... ?
They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ...
Oh , so organic vegetables are the ' green ' option , right ?
Yup , better for the environment and better for us !
Wait a minute , what's that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ?
I like doughnuts .
Ok , thank you .
Sounds a good weekend . You know it always amazes me that two people as different as you and Jo can become such close friends .
Yeah , I never thought we could be good friends either . We have our differences . She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed , but we still get along extremely well . We can talk for hours about anything .
That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes .
When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her .
It seems you two bring out the best of one another .
Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me .
Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other .
Thanks , I think so too .
Yes , please .
Would you like fries with that ?
I would love large curly fries .
Would you like anything to drink ?
Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi .
Will that be all ?
Yeah , that's it . Thank you .
Your total comes to $ 5 . 48 .
Here you go . Thank you very much .
Oh , thank you . Thank you very much .
I will .
I'll be yours through endless time .
I see . And I'll always be devoted to you .
Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry .
I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie .
My love will grow , like a river to flow .
It can't be dry , and can't die .
I don't know whether we are in a dream .
Aha , Aha ...
Needless to say , as a Westerner , it's bread .
And they , too , want to make sure their loan is worthwhile .
Maybe you'll call his home .
it might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
I hear it's Chinese Valentine's Day ! Don't you know ?
Oh , God . I just forgot it . I should have brought roses for my girlfriend .
It's not too late . Go to buy some now .
We are going to have a drink while we are waiting . Please let the hostess know that she can find us there .
She will come and let you know when your table is prepared .
Those patio tables are new , aren't they ? Would it be possible to be seated out there ?
An outside table is available right now if you would like to be seated immediately .
We would love to sit outside . Thanks for your help !
Here is your table , and now may I take your drink order while you are considering what to have for dinner ?
Yes , could you please bring us a pitcher of margaritas and four glasses while we are figuring out our dinner order ?
I'll put your drink order in and be right back to get your dinner order .
We'll be ready to order by the time you get back !
I have and I can prove that is 100 % true for you .
Loving to look beautiful is women's nature . In fact , I am thinking about going to my favorite clothing shop today .
No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic .
Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size .
OK . Do you have the receipt with you ? I think they will ask you to show them the receipt first .
Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
Let's get started . First , select the service you require . That's household bill payment for you . Then we select the type of bill , so that's landline ... here you go . Your bill for this month comes to 87 . 42 RIB . The money will come out of your account and go straight to the phone company .
Well , that is easy ! It sure beats waiting in line for ages waiting to deal with a real person !
I ' m rather disappointed at not being able to see my best friend off .
Oh , cheer up . He ' ll understand you .
But remind you , there are some forbidden activities .
What are they ? I ' ll be careful .
Don ' t use office phones for personal matters .
I got it .
Never ever come to work drunk , also smoking in the office is not allowed .
I see .
Oh , then it's my honor to be here with you . I can see now why you've been so curious about the bar stuff . You like this place ?
Sure . I love this place , especially the decoration . So tasteful !
Yeah . Other than that , the real feature are the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ?
Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in .
Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ?
Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move .
I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention .
Cool . Thanks .
It isn't a good time because there must be many tourists in the scenic spots . What about your plans ?
I intend to stay at home for the whole seven days and have a good rest .
Madam , patience is a virtue .
Oh , gosh ! I have to go to the restroom so bad ! I can't bear it anymore !
I'm sure a spot will open up soon .
Oh , look ! There's a spot open next to the public restroom ! Can I take it ?
I'm in between jobs at the moment .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
What do you mean ?
It's not worth it .
Oh , I guess I really did get ripped off .
We're going to visit my sister in the city .
I didn't know your sister lives in the city , when did she move there ?
About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library .
I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ?
Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes .
Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway .
I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now .
Doesn't your mother live in the city ?
Yes , she's lived there for about ten years .
I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then .
I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now .
Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker .
See you later .
Oh , yes , of course . I'm sorry-I wasn't thinking ...
the food station was as crowded as usual . I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich , and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone .
I see . You simply can't blame the server for this .
yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district .
that's true .
anyway , how was your such , Catherine ?
it was good . I brough lunch from home today .
you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America .
well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy .
i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat .
yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ?
you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America .
well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places .
seriously ?
yeah , it's hard to believe but true .
You know what we will get ?
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
Yes . We need some . How much did you change ?
I wanted to change around 5000 dollars . And you know the exchange rate .
Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ?
Not today .
What do you mean ?
I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board . At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something .
Why ?
Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar .
Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ?
I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense .
Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ?
So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true . They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar .
That's amazing ! Really ? How could it change so much in two days ?
Oh , come on , as long as it looks good on her .
Well , you ' re really as out-dated as she is .
You ' re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style
No wonder you never buy me a new dress .
What would you do with all the animals ? You couldn ' t just let them go . Besides , some people would still hunt them . Meat has become an integral part of our diet .
We could provide them with better conditions anyway . We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos . We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible .
That ' s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ' s good for kids to see wild animals .
I agree . I ' m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ' t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways .
I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced .
That ' s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well .
Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare .
Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals .
Yes , I have . They do an excellent job .
That was my line , Mark . I know we worked on the ad together , but that was definitely my line .
I will , do you want me to bring anything ?
No , just bring yourself . I hope to see you there .
She even stayed at a different hotel . She said I might be contagious .
Well , at least we have Stars . com . That'll be great publicity .
Nothing ! Anyway , you ' re right , there ' s no reason this has to be nasty . My lawyer tells me you ' Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement-I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ' s done ... finally .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Well , his wife is Japanese . He said she makes really good sushi .
Hmm , that's a bit of a challenge . Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine . Well , let's see . have to be a white wine , of course .
Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ?
No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish .
I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ?
Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand .
Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ?
That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay .
Let's see . The label says it's got " attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . " Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now .
It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely .
All right . What varietal is that ?
Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess .
And you think this is a good wine ?
Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma .
Perfect ! I'll take it !
The guy in the blue shirt at the table by the window .
I can't see him . Where ?
Right there .
Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ...
Yes , it's Mel Gibson .
Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ?
I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ?
I can't do that .
Why not ?
You didn't watch the end of the auction ?
No . It wasn't the super bargain I thought it was .
Really ? I ' m very surprised . He doesn ' t look like a guy who ' d ever do that sort of thing , right ?
No , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
Maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
How so ?
He is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
Poor Mary ! She really liked him .
Anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
Do you think they ' ll get back together ?
No , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
So do I .
Oh , my God , I forgot grandma's coming !
Yes , so this place had better be clean . You know Grandma ...
... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat .
And Steve is going to look after you until we come back .
It's getting cold .
Ok . I'll check the heater . Dry yourself with the towel first .
Indeed . He ' s strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared .
I'd be very pleased .
I ' m thinking about buying this sweater . I know it ' s june now , but it will be perfect for autumn and winter .
It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ?
Yes , it ' s half price . It ' s supposed to be too large-that ' s the fashion .
I might get one too , but in a different colour . I prefer light blue to while .
There . It looks great , don ' t you think ? I ' m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I need a new pair . I ' m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter .
I ' m getting this beret -- doesn ' t it look cool ? I ' d like to get some jeans too , but I don ' t have enough cash on me .
Don ' t worry . I ' Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later .
Thanks ! Now I don ' t need to come back to the shop a second time .
Wo will deliver the goods to you for free .
Very good . Could you deliver it to this address ?
Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number .
OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ?
No later than tomorrow .
Thanks .
Hi , I ' m Susan Marshall . You can call me Susan . Nice to meet you .
What do you do , Susan ?
Well , I ' m a college student . How about you ?
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
Fortunately , yes . You're blushing !
Am I ? Um ... my face gets red when I walk too fast .
You're embarrassed , aren't you ? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy . The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her ...
I hope so , too .
It's hard to tear myself away from your friendly people and your ancient country , but nothing lasts for ever . I have to go back home this time , but I'm sure I'll return very soon .
I'm really glad to hear that
Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon .
Good-bye , Mr White . A happy journey home , and hope to see you again soon .
Of course , if necessary .
Are there any other jobs waiting for me in the future ?
Seldom .
That's OK . How can my salary be improved ?
Your quantity sold is beyond the required by more than 30 % .
I braked as hard as I could .
Really ? Why not ? I hear it ' s pretty good .
The people don ' t really work out there . They just stand around and talk all the time .
Oh , it ' s one of those places .
Yeah , is your club different ?
Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ' t so many people .
Do they have a lot of equipment ?
Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna .
Sounds nice . What about classes ?
The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too .
Wow , that sounds great .
Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ' t you come with me tonight ?
Really ? Thanks . I ' ll stop by when I get off work .
Perfect . See you later .
O . K . , see you .
Almost all of them do . A few are independent . That means that they do not belong to a party . If one party more than half of the mp ' s . they form a government . That means that they choose a prime minister can cabinet members .
What ' s a cabinet ?
This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ' s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy .
Can any mp make a law ?
Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law .
I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties .
Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ' s . most mp ' s vote the way their party wants them to .
How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ?
They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Votes who often change the party they vote for are called floating voters .
Oh , we've got plenty of time .
We haven't . Hurry up !
All right . Let ' s go .
And about time too .
Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ' s got Richard ' s eyes though .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
What is it ?
It seems that I've been given two classes scheduled at the same time .
I can understand the problem with that .
Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ?
No problem , do you want those classes still ?
Yes , I do .
Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day .
Thank you very much .
Thanks .
Could you please speak in a louder voice ? There may be something wrong with your receiver .
OK , I will repeat what I said loudly .
Yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ?
Yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
Yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
Yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
That's very convenient .
It is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
Yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
The maximum is $ 1000 .
Is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
Yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the account . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
That's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
They're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
That would be great .
When do you want it delivered ?
I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ?
What time exactly ?
I need it delivered at 12 .
We can have it to you at that time .
That's not a problem ?
We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock .
That's great ! Thank you very much .
What water wagon ?
The wagon with the water , of course .
That ' s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard .
No , you can ' t do that . There isn ' t much water in the wagon . And we need the water for drinking .
One hundred and fifty dollars ? What about this other one over here ?
That ' s one hundred and forty .
Hmm ... that ' s a bit out of my price range . Can you give me a better deal ?
This is an exclusive design by marco ! It ' s a bargain at that price .
Well , I don ' t know . I think I ' ll shop around .
Okay , okay , how about one hundred dollars ?
That ' s still more than I wanted to spend . What if I take both dresses ?
Okay , I can give you a special discount , just because you seem like a nice person . One hundred and ninety dollars for both .
I don ' t know ... It ' s still a bit pricey ... Thanks anyway .
my final price ! One hundred dollars for both ! That ' s two for the price of one . That ' s my last offer !
Great ! You ' Ve got a deal !
Yes . Thank you very much . I am looking forward to hearing from you .
Good luck to you , good-bye .
Good-bye .
But some people use this occasion to create trouble . Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer ? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth .
I know that . But that has nothing to do with being unlucky . Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the radio then ?
Turn on the radio ? What for ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to some music ? And who ' ll cook dinner ? Will you ?
Ok , I will . But let ' s go to a disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate pop .
That depends . Some semesters have many , some don't . And some courses don't have exams but only ask for papers . That's easy .
And when do you prepare for your final exam ?
Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam .
Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ?
Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them .
Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart !
But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late .
Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ?
Yes , some people even pack up his bed quilt and sleep there . That's a little bit crazy .
Oh , I don ' t know ... it ' s hard to find the right nanny . You have to consider her previous work experience , the responsibilities you give her , and how she interacts with the kids . I would love to have someone to help me out , though .
I think you should definitely consider it ! This way you won ' t have to juggle such a busy schedule , and you ' ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings . I can refer you this great nanny Amy . She used to work for my neighbors , before they moved away . She ' s very responsible , a good cook , and great with kids .
Oh , that ' s great . Thanks Grace . Can you give me her number ? I ' ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow . Maybe this way I won ' t be so tired every day , and Dan and I might even get to go on a date once in a while .
Literature and economy .
By the way , would you like to see movies ?
That's OK .
What do you do in your spare time ?
I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes .
I just like to sleep like a lazy cat .
That's a bad habit .
OK , let's start from the top of your pay stub . This number here represents your gross pay .
Then here we have a series of deductions . First off are the federal ones . FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act , or something like that . It's your federal income tax . And then there's Social Security and Medicare , which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work .
All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now .
That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take .
Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes -- one at a state level and one at a federal level ?
That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead .
I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan .
No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation .
Yeah , I guess it's the same in the UK , I just never paid much attention . See you later !
I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems .
More physical exercise may help to keep your weight down .
You said it .
Yes , but I don't think they are enough for me .
Oh , maybe you can find something from the New York Times , or the Washington Post during that period .
That's a good idea . Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ' t want to drop them on your feet !
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
If I had chance again , I'd major in English . You're good at language .
That's what my parents want me to do .
You should take their advice . They know what's best for you .
But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing .
But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun .
Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age .
And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too .
You're right . Thank you for the advice .
Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ?
Does six thirty suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
What's your son's name ?
Daniel .
Can you describe his appearance to me ?
He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1 . 4 meters .
OK , I see . Dear Daniel , please come to the broadcasting station when you've heard this , your mother is waiting for you . If other tourists see a boy in a blue sportswear and a pair of white sportsshoes , 1 . 4 meters , please ask him to go to the broadcasting station . Thank you !
All right .
Here's the latest model -- Digital Barbie .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
What is bothering you ?
I think I am beginning to have an asthma attack .
Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ?
No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there .
Do you need a ride home ?
I live in the dorms across the street , so I ' ll be OK .
OK , then , hope you feel better soon . Check your e-mail for missed assignments .
I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things . Most importantly , I practice every chance I get .
It ' s a good idea to have a radio , isn ' t it ?
Sure . It ' s like understanding on the telephone -- -- you can ' t see the speaker ! It ' s great for improving listening comprehension .
It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ' t it ?
It certainly does . But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress .
it doesn ' t matter . Go back the way you came . After about five kilometers , you ' ll see a hotel on the side of the road . It ' s a big one . You can ' t miss it .
and then ?
take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ' ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall .
thanks a lot .
you ' re welcome .
by the way , how long does it take ?
without traffic , it takes about an hour .
I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ?
yes , I think so . It doesn ' t close until 5 o ' clock . You still have plenty of time .
great ! Thank you !
my pleasure , and have a good time !
Good . Here is the receipt . The dispensary is over there ... By the way , will this be covered by your insurance from work ?
No , I'll e paying for myself , but I have private medical insurance .
In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed .
Thanks a lot .
Don't lose this receipt , because insurance companies are very difficult about helping when they don't have the right paperwork .
$ 10 .
I tried before . There are no buttons on the air conditioning .
There must be buttons . How do they turn it on and off ?
I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk .
Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep .
I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them .
What did they say about the air conditioning ?
They said it is centrally controlled . All the rooms are the same . They can't change it .
That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ?
You can wear more clothes .
Yes . I am going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won't you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
I mean if you don ' t sell your shares now , it ' s quite likely that you ' ll end up losing your shirt .
Is that so ?
Absolutely . Take my word for it .
Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations .
Yes , but we shouldn't get any thing too big . Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture .
That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony .
Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration .
Of course . I will be here minutes later .
Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later .
Thanks .
After all the crises they have survived together , her husband should do such things . She must feel that she ' s been stabbed in the back .
What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ' s brand new !
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
They are working in another factory to provide maintenance right now . Let me call them and see whether they have solved the problem . Please wait a moment .
I've just contacted our technicians . They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon . Can you tell me your factory's address , so they can find you easier ?
That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation .
To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time .
Thank you again !
I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time .
Well , the weather is so unpredictable this time of year .
You're right . We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow .
Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain .
The weatherman predicts a fine day today .
The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast .
Not very often . Making coffee is a bit troublesome . Most of the time , I just buy takeout at Starbucks . And also , I quite like instant coffee .
I think instant coffee is becoming more and more popular . Though its taste is not perfect , it's really cheap and convenient .
Exactly . Nescafe is the world's favorite coffee . People love it all over the world .
I agree . I heard that in the western countries , almost everyone likes coffee . Is that true ?
Yes . No doubt about that . For us , coffee is more a living style rather than a simple drink . I heard Chinese people don't drink that much coffee .
No , we don't , especially the elder people . But more and more young people fall for coffee nowadays .
I suppose so . That's probably why there are so many wonderful coffee houses in China now .
Yes , therefore they are expanding the scope of their service . For example , hotels can be booked through the same site as well .
Try checking the connections .
Which ones are you referring to ?
The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet .
Is that why it won't turn on ?
If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on .
I did not know that .
You should check the connections .
I'm going to do that .
Tell me if it's still not working .
All right . Shall I enter all my belongings ?
No , only the articles listed on the Declaration .
That's it . It'll take you about five minutes .
Thank you very much .
At Tinge Depot .
But I don't know which stop is Tinge Depot .
I will remind you to get off .
Thank you .
My pleasure .
First day is often exciting , isn't it ? Here , let me show you to your desk . You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office . How do you like it ?
This is wonderful . Thank you for doing all this for me , Miss Lee .
You are welcome . And , please call me Betty .
Whatever , I ' m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms !
In the dining room . It's spacious there .
We'll have several foreign guests to attend the meeting .
I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English .
Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ?
We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ?
Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments .
All right , I see .
from next week on , we should be in less of a rush .
I ' m going to give everyone on the team an extra day off . Everyone deserves it .
don ' t say that yet . A new project could suddenly appear .
that ' s true . Right . I ' m going back to the meeting . It ' s been going on for hours and there ' s no indication that it ' ll end soon .
carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work .
good . I have to go right now . I really hope this meeting doesn ' t last too long .
they usually go on for ages .
I ' ll stop by if I have time later . Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines .
I will . Enjoy your meeting !
Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Oh , my gosh , they're back ? Another room at once , sir , plus a full refund , of course .
Thank you very much . This has been a most unsettling experience .
Sir , our guests are our reason for being .
The price per copy is ten cents .
That sounds reasonable . I'll be down there immediately .
There shouldn't be any long lines , sir .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening . Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Football . It ' s a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists , scientist and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Sorry , Becky can ' t come to the phone right now .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
Of course not ! We built a snowman , some snow dogs and one big snow fort . We went sliding on the nice hill . It was a real work out . At noon , we had the most special winter picnic outside . Fortunately , we got it all on a video tape . You must come with us next time . I bet you will love it .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
I think of myself as a valued customer . What services can you offer me ?
There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest . It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances .
Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ?
There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ...
The list goes on and on !
Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management .
So , I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7 . That's really thoughtful of you . And I have to say , I love the new look of the bank .
All right . Here you are .
You should declare the camera and the film . Do you have alcohol ?
Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends .
How many bottles have you got with you ?
Four bottles .
I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many .
What shall I do with my two more bottles ?
You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe .
All right , thank you , see you .
See you . Have a good journey .
Does this title come with an increase in salary ?
Yes , it does .
Can you give me the specifics ?
Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 .
That sounds fair .
Or we can call you tomorrow coming .
Well , I would prefer you to call me up tomorrow at 6:30
No problem . Good night .
I forgot .
You forgot ? You ...
Ah , ah , you promised , and remember ?
Thank you so much . You're an expert .
No problem . See you next Monday .
Oh , must I ?
Yes , you must .
So sorry to hear that . What's wrong with you ?
I feel sick and coughed a lot at night .
Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor .
Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days .
That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ?
I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not .
Well , take care of yourself . And hope you will be better as soon as possible .
Oh , you mean palm reading . I've seen that before , but I don't believe in it .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
actually , this is a kind of addiction called " infomania " or " information overload " .
addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
absolutely .
do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information .
I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done .
Yes , sir . What would you want to drink , coffee , tea or milk ?
A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar .
The cream and sugar are on the table , sir .
Oh , yes .
Would you like to order some dessert ?
What comes with the special ?
Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake .
I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream .
Yes , sir .
Waiter , may I have my check , please ?
Here you are , sir . Pay the cashier at the door .
Oh really ? I didn't know that .
Are you serious ?
I haven't heard anything about it .
Can you make it ?
What time does it start ?
The party starts at 8 .
Yeah , I think I'll go .
Am I going to see you there ?
You will .
My father supports the family , and he is the sole breadwinner . My mother is a housewife .
Do you live with your family ?
Yes , we live a happy life together .
I have a friend . He is my best friend and he wants to learn English . He would pay about 100 yuan per hour . Are you interested ?
I don't know .
So I take it you are not interested .
No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then .
Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule .
That will be fine . When can I see him ?
Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule .
Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon .
How are you going to get there ?
By bus , of course .
I am sure my friend can give you a ride .
Great . By the way , what does your friend do ?
He is a lawyer .
Ok , see you then .
See you .
OK , the cost depends on the floor to move to , the distance between two places and the amount of the furniture to move .
How much will it cost in that case ?
Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please .
Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving .
No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving .
The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ?
OK . If any of the articles was damaged during moving , you may make a claim for compensation with our department .
What are your room number and your name , please ?
This is room eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen .
Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago .
My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot .
You're quite welcome .
More and more people have the same discoveries since most of the universities do that in order to save effort .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Can I get you another glass of champagne ?
Yes , I ' d love another glass . You ' re a wonderful host . Thank you for everything .
It ' s my pleasure having you here .
No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
No problem . Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up , though . We don ' t get that many English singers !
Oh , I see .
No . Really , what happened ?
Well , it was all a big mistake , actually . He got home on Friday night really late , and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients , so he was really drunk .
Was he out with the guys from the bank ?
Yes , I think so .
Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk .
Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know .
Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife .
No , she left him last year .
Oh , really ? Do you know why ?
Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ?
He lost his wallet and keys .
Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police .
Oh , no .
Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story
So then what happened ?
Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out .
Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation .
Yes , I know .
I would like to deposit some money .
Are you depositing cash or a check ?
I want to deposit cash .
How much are you depositing ?
I would like to deposit $ 300 .
What account do you want your money in ?
I want to deposit it into my checking account .
Do you need anything else ?
No . That ' s all . Thank you .
We'd like a non-smoking room , please .
No problem . Follow me , please .
Come in ! Quickly !
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
I will find one myself , of course . I ' m a modern girl .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated virgin , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
That's cool . Care for a little quiz on that ?
No problem . I'm an ' Olympic expert ' .
Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ?
The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece .
Good . Why do people name it Olympics ?
They name it after the place where it was first held .
Who started the modern Olympics ?
This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin .
What did people call him ?
Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' .
What did he do for restoring the Olympics ?
He once made a speech on the ' Renaissance of the Olympics ' .
Well , that's for all . Excellent !
I've told you I'm an expert .
Oh , come on , I almost forgot . Don't worry about it . I didn't mind picking up the tab last time .
But you really should let me treat one time , I feel like I own you one if I didn't .
Ok , but it's only for this time .
What's the damage ?
It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % .
Check , please .
Let's buy some flowers , and pay her a visit
We'll have to hurry ; visiting hours will be over soon
OK . Let's go
What will you do on Teachers ' Day ?
I am going to send Mr . Li some flowers . What about you ?
I intend to invite him to dinner .
I messed up my mid-term exam so badly today !
it's just one exam . Can you re-take the exam ?
yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed !
why didn't you do a good job ?
I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank .
do you think you studied enough for the exam ?
no ...
what did you do last night ?
I watched TV .
did you study at all last night for your exam ?
no , not really .
I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ?
tomorrow .
alright . Get out your books and I'll help you prepare .
yes , look over there . That's the Empire State Building . My book says it's 102 stories tall .
it's quite famous but don't you think it looks a bit old-fashioned ?
you're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering .
what other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ?
quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St . Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark
what's there after that ?
well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world .
what are all they for ?
most of them are office buildings , huge department stores , and hotels but some are just private homes . New York is one of the financial centers of the words so there are lots of very expensive places .
Its 3D animation is attractive and its colorful scenes are also unforgettable .
It is said that The Hurt Locker got the Award of Best Picture . What do you think about this ?
Well , its theme is moving and profound , so from the academic aspect , this is its advantage to win the award .
At a time like this , what she needs is a pat on the back rather than a blame .
You're right .
Should we have gotten off the bus already ?
I don't think so .
I thought you knew .
Maybe we did miss our stop .
Really ?
I'm positive that we missed our stop .
I'm never catching the bus with you again .
My mistake .
There's no doubt the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium . It'll connect hundreds of millions of customers and open up huge markets for all kinds of products and services .
That's true . I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net . Customers , in turn , can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered .
Yeah . It'll be a shoppers heaven . That's the use of net in E-commerce .
That sounds like fun . Where will it be ?
We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house .
Oh good ! Can I bring anything ?
We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes .
I am assuming that the dress is casual .
Dress casually and bring your bathing suit !
Wonderful . Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there .
I'm not practicing enough .
Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ?
When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese .
You should always keep in mind , the more you practice , the better English you can speak .
I don ' t really think I ' m ready to throw myself down a river full of jagged rocks in a rubber boat or go up in the air in a wicker basket held up by an oversize balloon . What else do you have ?
Well , in that case , we can take you hang gliding with one of our experienced instructors . It ' s the closest you can get to flying .
What ? You mean strap myself to a flimsy kite ? No , thank you ! Next !
Mmm . OK . Well , why don ' t you tell me a little bit more about what you would like ? We have everything from mountain biking , to rock climbing to street luge .
I ' m thinking something exciting but safer .
I have the perfect option , this package will take you on a hiking trip through the Himalayas for three days and afterwards there ' s a dog sledding journey !
That ' s more like it !
Well , I'm hosting a dinner party this weekend . Couldn ' t you make it any sooner ?
Please hold on , I'll just check with the delivery department .
OK , thank you .
I ' Ve got two tickets for a newly released film . Would you like to see it with me ?
Sure . What time ?
The film will start at 2
Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ?
In my parking lot , at 2pm .
All right . See you then .
Is there a problem ?
The delivery people showed up four hours late .
I apologize for their tardiness .
I was late for work because of them .
Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience .
I want my money back for the delivery .
Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem .
It shouldn't be a problem .
I'm going to refund your money right now .
Will it be good beach weather ?
I think it will be .
It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend .
I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm .
This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen .
I know . Every day the weather seems different .
I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable .
That would make it easier for us to make plans .
I know . Things are easier when you know what the weather's going to be like .
He ' s not bad . He can jump a distance of over four meters . I think he just prefers running to jumping . Jimmy ' s very good at the high jump . He can jump over two meters . Again , that ' s fine for someone hi
Two meters ? That means that the high jump bar is above his head ! Are any of them good at long-distance running ?
The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes .
How are they at swimming ?
They ' re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ' s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ' re not very fast , but that ' s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape .
Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters .
I ' d be afraid to jump from that height !
I think that these kinds haven ' t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher .
It seems that they really enjoy to go faster , higher and further .
I'd like to have some local specialties . Would you recommend for me , please ?
Sure , the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant .
OK . We'll take it .
Anything else ?
A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce .
How about drink ?
Coffee , only black coffee ,
Oh , that's quite convenient . Thank you .
Did you hurry back to the bedroom ?
Yes . I went back to the dorm only to find my roommates laughing and shouting " April Fool , April Fool " .
Oh , your classmates took you in .
Only then did I realize it was April Fools ' Day .
I'm afraid it's too narrow across the shoulders . Do you have a larger one ?
Yes . This one must fit you .
It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ?
I'm afraid not , sir .
What a pity !
Me too . Do you think we are boring people ?
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how it goes .
What did you want to drink ?
I was thinking about getting a soda .
Do you know that soda doesn't quench your thirst ?
Why not ?
Soda is really bad for you .
I don't know what else to drink .
You're supposed to drink water when you're dehydrated .
I would like some water .
That's what will keep you from being thirsty .
thanks for understanding .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
well , I think you should come and have some fun . Besides you never know maybe he likes you as well . You should at least try .
How long have you lived here ?
About four years now .
Well , it is very beautiful .
Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink .
Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside !
I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice .
Mango juice would be perfect . Thank you !
Certainly . Just a moment . I'll be right back with one . Which do you prefer , one in English or in Chinese ?
One in English , please .
All right , ma'am .
I don't know . Check the flyer or check with the produce person .
I'd strongly recommend that you wait for a while before going swimming .
Yeah , it's a block away down the street .
At a formal dinner , you wait for your hostess to put hers on her lap first .
I think Mary must be sad , because she loves her husband very much .
You are welcome .
He said that he had a really bad cold .
Shall we go back home now ?
The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription .
I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ?
Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription .
Now what ?
I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again .
Okay , this is the third time .
What ? How come ? The third time ?
You don't have to know . Bye for now .
Be careful .
The waterfront location .
What date do you plan to check in ?
I'd like to check in on October 12th and check out the 15th .
Okay , let me see what we have . For how many ?
One . And , if possible , I'm looking for a non-smoking room .
Sure , we have a non-smoking queen with an ocean view for $ 189 or a standard room with a courtyard view for $ 139 a night .
I'd like to book the standard room .
Okay , your last name ?
Rama .
And , your first name ?
Jeff .
Okay , I have you booked in a standard non-smoking queen , checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th . What major credit card would you like to use to guarantee the reservation ?
A Visa .
The number and expiration ?
It's 7388-2424- 3535-1818 and the expiration is 05/08 .
Your confirmation number is PD672 . Is there anything else I help you with ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
Have a nice day and thanks you for calling Dutton Hotels .
He had better make a change .
I can understand your position . We can not make any promise , but we'll try our best .
I am afraid , Ma'am , you have to pay 100 US dollars since you lost the key .
What ? 100 US dollars ? Is it covered by the insurance ?
I am afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
Oh , yes . It's amazing here . I don't think I ever want to go home again !
That's the opinion of most people . Do you have your passport with you ? I'll need to see that and you'll need to fill in this withdrawal form .
Fine . Here you go .
How much would you like to withdraw ?
Is it OK to withdraw USD ?
That's fine .
OK , 200 USD , please .
Here's your money , your card and your passport . Please double check the amount for me .
Perfect . Thanks !
Yes , it is , isn't it ? A bit too light , really . What make have you got ?
I've got an old Ericsson . Here . Take a look .
Wow , that's really old .
Yes , I like collecting antiques .
Why don't you get a new one ?
I don't know . I like this one , and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones .
Really , what makes you say that ?
Well , I just need to make and receive calls , and it's quite reliable . I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things , the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong , you know ? I mean , this camera function , for instance-how often do you use it ?
Sometimes , but I guess not very often . It's more for fun . Sometimes when I'm on a trip , for example , I can take a picture and send it to my kids . Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately .
Well , that's nice I guess . So how many kids do you have ?
Three . Two boys and a girl .
Let ' s see . These books here focus on grammar , and those are mainly for conversation practice ... Here we are . This book has short passages for students to read and answer questions about .
Great . That ' s just the sort of thing I'm looking for . Thanks .
Do you know what building that it's in ?
The C building , I think .
Well , that's not far away .
Could you point me in that direction ?
Do you know what the room number is ?
It's C261 .
My next class is around there .
Can you show it to me ?
Sure , let's go .
she's very generous with her money . I think that's because she was poor when she was young .
I heard that she's one of the wealthiest women in the world .
I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base .
you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa .
did they mention that in the article ?
yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary .
that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has .
I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels .
it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room !
what a waste . It's good to see some stars that are more concerned with charity than status symbols .
Everyone in Taiwan knows it . Come on ! Sing with us !
I'm sorry , but I can't ! That's something my grandmother would sing !
Great , let's go .
Wow , what a beautiful lake ! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery .
En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it .
I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey .
The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ...
I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good .
That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time .
Right . The city life has made us tired and out of energy , while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings .
Is there any furniture in it ?
Yes , it's fully furnished .
What's the rent for a year ?
15,000 Yuan , including water , but electricity and gas .
Where is it located ?
It's in International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes ' walk from the nearest subway station .
That's great . But can you make the rent cheaper , let's see , 12,000 Yuan ?
The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ?
OK . I will be free at tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there .
All right , see you .
Which one is hers ?
The blue SUV in front of the Honda .
What should I take first ?
That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law .
Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself .
Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back .
Where are you taking all this stuff ?
Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ?
You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month .
Yes , that's true , but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away .
I dropped it , and the cover tore off .
I ' m going to have to charge you for the damage .
How much ?
It ' s only $ 5 .
That ' s not too bad .
I know it ' s not .
Here ' s the money for the book .
Thank you for your payment .
You are very welcome .
I'm Mary Smith . Nice to meet you , too .
What do you do there ?
I main market reasearch , and you ?
I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him .
Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ?
Yes , That's him over there - the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ?
Thanks , that's would be lovely . You ' r right , he is kind and nice looking .
Well , anything is better than nothing . Wait and see .
In that case , you have to buy two full fare tickets .
Here is the money .
Please put it on the Scale there . Seventy five cents .
Make it special delivery , please .
Oh , then it'll be one dollar twenty five cents . Thank you .
He says he's just arrived in Scotland . He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel . You know he's a member of the Y . H . A .
The what ?
The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association .
What else does he say ?
I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well .
What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you .
He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy .
Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ?
He can't write very much on a card , mum .
I'm interested in putting some of my money into investment tools , you know , something other than stocks and such like . Do you have any ideas ?
Mmmm ... yes , many investors don't seem to be into stocks at the moment . Too risky ! How about Open-Ended funds ?
Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ?
Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us .
How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ?
Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each .
Is this the information here ? Well , let's take a look then ...
I like this style . But do you have any other colors ? I feel that this color doesn't suit his complexion .
We also have it in grey .
Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ?
It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well .
Let me see . Yes , they are perfectly matched !
No , I think it's how you budget your life , that's the problem .
That's my business , not yours .
True enough , until the time comes that you need to take my money . I don't know where you're wasting your money but I think you need to take a look at what's really important .
So how do you survive from pay day to pay day ?
I don't just survive . I put money away as well . I know when I get paid where most of the cash will go , and I stick to my plan . If I follow a budget I don't have any nasty surprises .
I'm not disciplined enough I guess .
In a few months I'm planning to invest my money into some foreign companies . I think you need to reevaluate your spending habits .
Ok , I'll go out and look for her .
I ' m sorry , Ms . Gray . I must have lost track of the time . I ' ll get back to work , now .
Yes , I have decided to work with your company .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It ' s my honor to be one member of your company . I ' d like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
Thank you , but I've never thought about it before .
It's OK . I'll leave the pamphlet here . If you need more information , you can call me any time .
That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
2 hours . You won't get late for your train .
I hope so .
Right . Look , why don ' t we make a list of the problems we ' re dealing with . It ' ll be easier to work through them that way .
Can I have a look at your letter of acceptance ?
Of course . Here you are .
That's OK . We'll contact you the moment we hear from home .
Yes , with pleasure .
Mr . Ted , I have to apologize for that and I assure you it won't happy again .
I hope to have time to visit great wall when I am here , I always want to go there , I think it would be a real shame by came all the way in Beijing and didn't make out the wall , do you think I have a chance to see it ?
I can pretty sure it can be arranged , the wall is a short distance from the city , but we could make arrangements for driver to take us out to visit the great wall during when our afternoon breaks , I also recommend you to visit Tian'an Men Square and city while you add it !
Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ?
Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure , I hope your visit to Beijing is very enjoyable !
A twin room , please .
Hold on , please . ... I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
Try this one . You can get a picture by simply pressing the shutter .
That's good . What's the fee ?
Yes . Do you know its name .
She said she would name it after her father .
Oh , I think she wants to do this thing in memory of her father .
Can I take a picture of you ? Seeing is believing .
Sure , Just push the button , like ...
I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! '
I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today .
I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves .
Whatever you choose , make sure they are neat and clean .
Be careful , the cartridge can be very hot .
When will they be ready ?
All the laundry will be ready by 5
That's fine . Thank you .
Yes , I ' d like to check three pieces .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
Not for a couple of years . What happened to her ?
Nothing exactly . She's grown into a very attractive young lady .
Oh , she is .
You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others .
Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim .
Yean . Around five feet five inches tall .
I am self-indulgent sometimes .
Don ' t worry , mum . I will study hard tomorrow .
But your were playing video games all afternoon . You are skating on thin ice .
That's exactly what I want . How long does it take ?
We have half-hour and one-hour treatments .
What's the regular price ?
Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do .
Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up .
That's fine , madam .
By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please .
Yes , madam .
Yes , I know , but she's dangerous .
Really ? Tell me more .
Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment .
Wow , crikey . So what happened ?
Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman .
Wow .
Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ?
I have no idea what you're talking about .
Oh , come on . Everybody knows .
Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call
Oh , sure .
Great ! Who's the bridegroom ?
Tom , that lucky guy .
The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ?
Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs . Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her .
My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ?
July 4 , the National Holiday .
Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ?
Jenny plans to hold it in church .
Who is the best man ?
Guess !
Nobody is OK , but you !
You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man .
Did you promise him ?
Yes , I did .
Yes , and you can renew this prescription by phone .
Are there any special instructions about this medication ?
Take it three times a day .
Can I take it with food ?
You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol .
Are there any side effects with this medication ?
You might get a little dizzy , but that is it .
As you know , I am a sports fan . And these papers are famous for their sports section . So I will feel relaxed after grasping some information I am interested in .
I got your meaning . Reading is your own solution to solve pressure from busy tasks .
Correct ! What about you , Fred ?
I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste .
Don't overdo it .
Shall we have a drink someday ?
I get drunk easily .
Oh , more than ten years . I started learning English when I was still in a primary school from a foreign teacher .
Well , perhaps that's the reason why you are so fluent in it .
Certainly .
yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ' s . I ' Ve been taking it for three days .
good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a fell days off work .
have you been working hard recently ?
yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other Sy
I have a bad headache , but ...
don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use an
thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
what's wrong ?
there's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
sure , but how ?
you can ask her out for drink after work .
but for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
then you've got a lot of homework to do . You need to get her notice first .
easier said than done .
you can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying hello to her .
but I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
that's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most of girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
good luck !
I see . That ' s convenient ! I never understood things like this , such as GMT . I never know what time zone we are in or when to change my clock !
That just stands for Greenwich Mean Time . Here in California , we are in Pacific Standard Time , that is eight time zones west of Greenwich . Remember when we were in Beijing ? Well , then we were in China Standard Time , and that ' s eight time zones east of Greenwich !
That ' s why it was so weird traveling from Beijing to LA ! Because of the huge time difference , even though we left Beijing at noon and flew for more than eight hours , we still arrived in LA the same day at noon ! It ' s like we went back in time !
It's easy . Press O and then P . Then it will ask you for your password .
What do I do after I've typed in my password ?
Just press ENTER and you've done .
Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Ah-huh , someone has a crush on Jenny , doesn't he ?
Who has a crush ? !
Come on , Ted , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out .
What're you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you're feeling about her .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance ! Even though you are rejected , it's not the end of the world ! There's nothing to lose , is there ?
I don't know ... Well , maybe , you're right , but how am I going to tell her ?
Yes , I ' m going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? And see if there is any mistake in it ?
Oh . All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
It's nothing Nancy .
I prefer staying at home and watching TV .
Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV ?
Yes , but a football game is next .
Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games .
I just enjoy watching games .
You really shouldn't watch so much television .
No , I don ' t . I get a bonus each month , depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients .
Do you have any breaks ?
We have an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ' t mind , as long as we get out work done on time .
My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ' t it ?
There ' s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ?
Yes , I do . I don ' t like it very much .
I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ' t mind it .
Here is his passport . Thank you very much .
In that case , how about a limo ? Then you can travel in style .
No , I hate limousines . They're gas guzzlers .
Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ?
My destination is Rockefeller Center .
What time do you want to leave the hotel ?
As soon as possible .
I'll call the taxi immediately , sir .
Okay , I'm coming downstairs now .
A brand new taxi is pulling up now .
Yes . It ' s essential .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry the small bags . And we have to open each for inspection .
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . We certainly don't want a hijack to happen on the plane today .
I know , but that movie was just too good to leave . I guess I ' ll just have to pay the price anti-sleepy .
Do you want to eat breakfast here ?
No . why don ' t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ?
Ok by me .
C'mon , Yi-jun . It's lots of fun . You've seen football played on TV .
Uh , yeah . And I've seen guys in pads tackled . We have no pads . I don't want to be tackled .
There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play .
OK , but they better tag lightly !
All right , I ' ll put you in my book .
C :: Four by six will do .
S :: All right , ma ' am , they ' ll be ready for you in an hour .
well , you are a very hard-worker .
I try very hard . The problem is , my salary just isn't enough to live on . Now that I have a wife and a child to support , we hardly have enough money for food and rent .
there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ?
I could really use a 5 % rise .
that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise .
listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities .
that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it .
that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ?
of course . It's be against the law if we didn't .
that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it .
you are welcome . Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling .
you do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
it wasn't cold out this morning .
well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
it does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
that's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
how long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
good idea . That will help us to warm up .
if I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
You are right . Some ring tone is just terribly loud . You can hear it even in the next door . It is really a kind of distraction .
Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done .
Good idea .
OK . That means you can park in the student lot or on the street . Have you seen the handicapped spots ?
I am not sure what a handicapped spot is .
Look for the blue signs and blue marked spaces . Do you usually park in the daytime or the evening ?
I park days and evenings .
Be careful about the time limits on the streets . Have you seen the signs for time limits ?
What signs ?
As long as you are careful reading the signs , you will always know how long you can park and what days are OK to park there . Are you aware of the curb colors ?
What curb colors ?
If you can remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means that you can only load and unload , you are going to be OK .
Sure . 7,000 yuan per month .
OK . We can supply you a loan . How much do you want to loan ?
200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ?
It's only 4 . 5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ?
Yes , I think so .
OK . Please fill out this loan application .
All right . Thank you .
My pleasure .
So , you ' re online eight hours a day .
Yes , I like the job though . Sometimes , I help other people in the office if they ' re having trouble online .
How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information ?
I think it ' s fairly useful , but there are two big problems . First , a lot of the information you find online is false . Second , when you buy something online , you don ' t see it until you actually get it .
How do you solve the website problems when you ' re buying something online ?
What I do is find the website of shops . Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they ' re seen that the products are genuine and suitable .
I understand , Ms . Fairbanks .
He ' s been sick since he came back from Italy .
Bummer , I ' m sorry to hear that , is he better now ?
Yes , Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP .
I ' m sorry I can ' t make it . Thank you anyhow .
Yes , uh ... I put it in the front of my sociology notebook . Oh , here it is .
Let me see . Oh yes . Your professor has placed this book on reserve . That means you cannot find it on the shelves in its usual place . You need to go to a special room called the reserve room . It's down the hall and to the right .
I'm sorry - I still don't understand .
You see , your professor wants every one in the class to read the chapter . If one student removes the book from the library , it is likely that none of the other students will have the opportunity to read it . So , your professor has insured that all students have the opportunity to read it by placing it on reserve .
So , will I be able to find this book ?
Yes , when a book is on reserve , a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book . The student can have the book for a few hours , and he or she MUST read it in the library during that time . That way , the book stays in the library , and all students have a chance to read it .
Okay . Thank you . I understand now .
Will there be anything else ?
No ! I am on my way to the reserve room . Thanks again !
2 weeks . Can I have a brochure of the sightseeing tours ?
Here you are . Take your time .
I will .
And don ' t ever forget it .
Oh good , come in , please .
A wild dancer dropped it on my left foot and said nothing about it . If I had drunk enough and I would have had the bold to punch him in the face .
Sounds cool ! But that is not what a lady should do . People are easy to lose head in a night club and being drunk .
First , it was how to design survey sheets according to the subjects , because we had to prevent the questions from being too influential and we must make sure that every question was balanced and equitable . Secondly , it was how to get information through telephone covering in the fastest and most effectively way , because the person doing the survey usually doesn ' t have the patience to wait for long feedback . So the way we put up questions must be clear and direct and only by this means can we get accurate data .
All right . Thanks a lot .
Very Wang sir , smoking or no smoking ?
No smoking , please . Could we have table by the window ?
Of course , this way please .
My God ! I actually checked them one by one . How could this be ?
Calm down ! It is useless to act like that . Can we find some solutions ?
What kind of solution can I have now ? I nearly go crazy now .
But we still have to find one . Can we find Arden to check whether this is true or not ?
It seems that I have nothing to do , except this .
Face the reality . Maybe we can find the way to make up the loss .
They may have some difficulty in doing it .
I'll have steak .
How would you like your steak done ?
Medium .
And what would you like to go with your steak ?
Peas and carrots .
Potatoes ?
Boiled .
Thank you .
Yes , but do you have your learner's permit ?
Yes , I have it .
Have you ever driven a car before ?
I drove a car before , but only once .
Are you aware of all the controls in the car ?
I already know all of them .
When would you like me to start teaching you ?
When do you have time ?
Call me tomorrow , and we'll get started .
Poor boy ! But don't worry . Here are two pills made in Germany . It's really effective . He will be just fine .
Thank you so much .
Take some with you next time , just in case .
Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping .
You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ?
Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills .
Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine .
What ?
It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects .
I see .
Where should I put them up ?
How about the Holiday Inn ?
The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more .
Well , the client is always right .
What else would I prepare , Sir ?
Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over .
Certainly .
And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it .
Of course . I'm on it
A man robbed me today .
When ?
I was robbed this morning .
What did he take ?
He took my phone and my wallet .
Did you see his face ?
I saw him perfectly .
Could you pick him out of a line-up ?
I could do that .
I participated in several extracurricular activities . And I worked 2 jobs to put myself through school .
Wo , wo , that certainly is a lot for a young man to take on .
Oh , I see .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
Smoking is killing . I know .
Check out this article . It says smoking can lead to lung cancer .
I don ' t believe it .
But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ?
Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ...
Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ?
Yes , ma'am . Whatever you say .
1:30 P . m . But I've got to check in at 12:30 P . m .
What airline and what flight ?
Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 .
I'll see you at the airport at 12:30 P . m .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
I can ' t say I do . What I like a girl with good manners .
Well , yes . But surely you like a girl with a nice figure .
Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality .
But you like a girl to be rich , surely ?
Not particularly . I like a girl to be good .
That'll be 14 dollars in all .
It ' s called Counter Strike . It ' s a first person shooter game . It ' s awesome . It ' s a multi player game where you can go online and compete against players from all over the world .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
It happened last night .
Where did it happen ?
It happened at my house .
What was taken ?
I don't know .
How do you know there was a break-in ?
Someone busted my window .
I will send a squad car to your house right now .
Please do .
OK , OK . On one condition .
What's that ?
You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat !
You've got it ! But are we coming back for the music , or for the fruit ? !
Maybe . But you'd be amazed at how little's left after the credit companies have deducted their share from my account .
Hey , I know what that's like . I bought a BMW on my Visa card . Now the payments really hurt .
Well , you're lucky that you're still able to make your payments . I missed a credit payment last month . Now my bank account's overdrawn , and the company is threatening to take back my purchases .
What did you buy ?
A new home health monitor .
Health Monitor ? I read an article about that racket . They ' re overpriced to begin with ! Listen , if I were you , I'd let them take back their monitor and spend my money on something more practical .
You're kidding !
No joke !
That's something else ! Maybe I'll return it to them .
I'm going to my parents ' house for my father's birthday .
how old is he today ?
it's his 50th birthday .
well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
say hello to your friends for me .
likewise . See you later .
Bye !
Well , if there is anything I can do to help , let me know .
You can get the same product at a much lower price .
Last week , I tried to buy some clothes online , but I didn ' t know how to pay for them .
You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online .
Are there many things online ?
Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let ' s check it out online !
Yes , but the problem is that I have a Savings Account with you , and I need to take some money from that . Do I really have to give 90 days notice if I want my money ?
Actually , you only need to give 7 days notice if you wish to withdraw funds . Of course , you will lose some interest due to the withdrawal .
That's not a problem . I'll pop in later today to make a formal request . Thanks !
Many people , many tastes . She looks pretty , but the way she speaks gives you goose bumps . I feel sick of it .
I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum .
Look at the ticket booth in the center . There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be .
Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry .
Good idea .
( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ?
I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map
Sure , take your time . We have a whole day .
It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece .
Look at the museum guide . It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area . Let's rent an audio guide .
Well , I missed several buses .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
That's going to be about $ 2 . 48 .
That will be fine .
What else can I get for you ?
Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts .
That's going to be $ 4 . 05 a pound .
Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ?
That will be $ 12 . 15 .
That's all I'm going to get today .
That's fine . Let me get your meat .
Let me take your temperature with a thermometer .
OK .
I think you have a small fever .
I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning .
You should've called in sick ! Next time , have either of your parents call the school office .
Oh , yes . The kids are too excited to wait . After we clean up the mess all the empty boxes and the wrapping paper we have a big breakfast . Then the kids have the whole day to play with their new toys .
And we'll have a great turkey dinner at around four o'clock . My brother and his family will be joining us . I look forward to meeting them . Well , it's late , so I'll say good night . I'll see you early tomorrow , so I can share your Christmas morning . Good night !
Buses are more cramped and you can ' t walk around .
That ' s true , but I feel that I see more when I travel by bus .
Really ? I think you see more traveling by train .
So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more .
Ok them . We ' ll go by train . I ' m sure we ' ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ?
The train aren ' t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles .
We should take a packed lunch on the journey . The food they sell on the trains is always expensive .
OK . This machine needs you to use that change machine first to get correct change .
I've got the correct change already .
First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth .
OK , what next ?
Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again .
OK , next ?
Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries .
I agree with you .
Hope that works for you !
Looks like you ' re going to lose out on this game then .
I can ' t believe it ! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure .
What were the odds ?
20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars !
Too bad .
I'm sure . You know my major is statistics and I get excellent records in all of the courses I have taken .
That's only for your theory foundation . I am afraid if you have ever handled large amounts of cash before ?
Yes , my father runs a business so I have opportunity to work in the finance department every holiday .
Good . I think you'll make a good cashier .
Thank you .
Yes , please . My telephone number is 2974-5328 , and you can call me at any time in the daytime .
We will get in touch with you by the end of next week .
Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ?
We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
I also feel that work efficiency here is very high . and you have strong working ability and professional skill , it seems that you know all , that's really wonderful !
You know the phrase the survival of the fittest . We have no choices .
That's right , I have to work .
I ' m afraid not , Nick . That ' s the best I can do .
Well , this one might work for you .
Oh , no , that's way too heavy a pan for me .
Here , lift this aluminum pan . It's the same size .
Yes , it's very lightweight . But I don't want this aluminum handle .
Here's a similar aluminum pan . But it has a heat-resistant handle .
Oh , this feels very nice . It's perfect . I'll take it .
I knew we'd find the right pan sooner or later . How would you like to pay ?
Cash . But first , I need a lid for this pan .
Oh , no problem . Here's the lid that comes with the pan .
Yes , I have .
Does the pian become more intense at night ?
Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too .
Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ?
Yes , I do .
I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree .
By the way , does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ?
Yes . Let's start today .
What's the 30 yuan for ?
This is the charge for your laundry service on Nov . 20thA
But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's .
Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ?
I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out .
I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill .
It doesn't matter . Here is the money .
Thank you very much . Hope to see you again .
It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . We need a record of you education and your work experiences .
A garage sale ... that's where people check out cars , right ?
What ? Cars ? Are you serious ?
I'm pulling your leg , Paul . I'm a shopping queen , remember ? So of course I know what a garage sale is all about !
I'm qualified for this position . And I've heard a lot of good things about your company .
Like what ?
You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits .
that's good to know . Why do you think you ' re qualified for this position ?
I've got over seven years ' experience working in this kind of position . I know I can do a good job in this position .
I did not sleep much last night . I really feel bad . It was a crazy night .
What happened ?
I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood .
Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ?
My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help .
You have got a great mother .
I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk .
That sounds good !
Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan .
Me too . But I tell myself that if they don ' t accept me , another school will .
Well , maybe you broke it . But what I'm worried about is this cut .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
I did not . It looks perfectly fine .
You don't see what happened to my bumper ?
What did I do to it ?
You smashed my bumper in with your car .
I really don't think that I did that .
Your bumper looks exactly the same .
Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it .
Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you .
Trust me .
Of course , Ms . Walker . Could I have your account number , please ? And , when do these documents need to arrive ?
OK . Let me see where to start .
I guess first I should prepare a resume , right ?
Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume .
Then what else should I put into my resume ?
Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ?
I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ?
Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward .
I see . Is that all there is to it ?
No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take .
Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss .
You said it . At last you ' d better attach a list of references to your resume .
That's easy .
And one more thing , smile widely .
Have you gotten your learner's permit ?
Yes , I have my learner's permit .
Have you ever been behind the wheel ?
I've only driven a car one time .
You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ?
I know them .
Tell me when you want me to teach you .
We can do it when you have some time .
I'm not busy tomorrow . Call me then .
yes . One bedroom is for my wife and i . there ' s another for our daughter . My wife wants to use the third one as a guest room , but I ' d like to make it into a study . Our daughter is also keen on
what ' s the kitchen like ? I know both you and your wife like to cook .
that ' s one of the main reason we chose that particular house . The kitchen and dining room are together . It ' s really large .
are the rooms nice and bright ?
yes , they are . That ' s very important to us . We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light . Each room has large windows .
do you have a balcony ?
no , we don ' t . we wish we had one . That ' s the only thing we wanted , but don ' t have . The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly .
you ' re right on the edge of the city , aren ' t you ? There can ' t be much noise or traffic there . Is it easy to get into city centre ?
it ' s a very quiet neighbourhood . There ' s some traffic , but not much . It ' s not very difficult to get to the city centre , but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or yo
Maybe there's something wrong with her .
My ID card is lost .
OK , did you bring your household register or residence booklet ?
I only have my household register .
It doesn't matter , they are the same thing .
Here you are , sir . What do I do next ?
OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ?
Benjamin .
Please get a mug shot in the next room .
I've brought with me some of old ones .
But we need them taken with digital cameras .
OK , what's next then ?
That's all . Come here a week later and get your ID card .
I'm quite outgoing i think . I enjoy mixing and doing things with others .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
I maintain that the most important thing is having good friends . A person can't live all by himself I think . A friend in need is a friend in deed . The more really close friends I have , the better .
What kind of people do you like to work with ?
People who are honest , dedicated to their work and having integrity .
And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ?
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? To welcome the new year of course ?
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . They always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
It's my dream .
Maybe . Oh , I see the Jungle Flying Train . I once rode it . It was very exciting .
I want to have a try later .
Me too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
I would be willing to put in a different color carpet if you pay the price difference .
How much more would it cost ?
It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard .
While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ?
I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample .
When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ?
You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday .
I think a cab is better .
Yes , it is Smith .
We can discuss them detailedly over the meeting and choose the best way to promote our key products .
It seems you've got everything done . Now I can finally stop worrying about it and get back to work .
I won't , mum .
Yeah , and every high school student in town is banging on your door , right ?
I know they're out there . I'll find them .
You're such a dreamer ! You think that you can spread the word of jazz in an underpass ?
OK , murder will out !
Yeah .
And now we have a two-year-old boy . We ' re very happy that he ' s healthy and smart .
Oh , so he ' s half Chinese and half American . That ' s unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He ' s whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
You can take a No . 2 bus here .
Where am I supposed to change ?
At Longing Street .
I'm afraid we don't have any . If I were you , I'd try one of the newspaper stands .
Thank you .
He is five years older than me , He got married last Sunday . My brother and my sister-in-law are the same age .
Excuse me , sir . This air compressor doesn't work .
Have you turned it on ?
Yes , I have .
Ok , I will get you another one .
Thank you .
OK . How much do you want to bet on this game ?
You are crazy . Gambling is against my principles .
That's okay .
When you pull my tooth will you also have to extract the nerve and the root ?
First we will take some x-rays and see what we ' re dealing with . I also noticed a small cavity up front here , so you are going to need a filling .
I guess that ' s what I get for not flossing or brushing my teeth three times a day .
It could be that , or maybe you are eating too many sweets . In any case , I ' ll administer an anesthetic and you won ' t feel a thing !
it's the only perk of this job ! How's your day going ?
not that well . I've got that Monday morning feeling today .
why is that ?
my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend !
your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ?
you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work !
that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office .
really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy .
maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all !
no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T .
try not to let it bother you too much .
thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again !
ok , I'll see you in a bit .
alright . See you later !
Thank you very much .
This food is a Wax specialty . Please help yourself .
Thank you . Oh , it tastes nice .
Well . In that case , we will have to go to another restaurant . Thank you all the same .
It bothers me off and on , but it ' s gotten much worse these past few weeks .
Is there anything that you ' Ve done to your tooth that might have caused the pain ?
My girlfriend told me that I grind my teeth a lot when I sleep . Maybe that is the problem .
When you brush your teeth , what do you use ?
I use a soft bristle toothbrush .
Does it bother you when you have to chew a lot ?
Absolutely . That set it off big time !
Thank you again for your visit . We are looking forward to your reply .
Believe me , Mr . Wang . I'll do my best to promote the transaction .
We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other .
It ' s very kind of you to say so .
You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again .
I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future .
OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately .
Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Goodbye .
How do you do ? I'm Bob Evans .
After what you did , I don't know how hard Elvin's going to work to meet your deadline .
He'll do it . He's too proud not to .
You've got everyone figured out , don't you ?
Yes , I do . Everyone .
No problem . What should I bring ?
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
I have no idea . I like cooking by myself . I like to taste delicious food .
That's wonderful !
And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too .
Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me .
Certainly .
I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish .
I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries .
So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ?
It says that traditionally , give something made of paper .
I can think of two things made of paper -- stationery and money .
Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ?
I know several . But wouldn't it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn't that complicated ?
No , it's easy . We'll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They'll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
Get on , please .
Thank you . Can we get there in half an hour ?
I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour .
My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 .
We are really in a hurry .
Can't we go faster ?
I'll do my best .
Really ? In New Berlin ?
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a tornado watch . That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a watch .
And the second stage is called a tornado warning .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a tornado warning . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean a loud train ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
What sort of problem ?
We have water coming through . It was raining yesterday and this morning we noticed a wet patch on our ceiling .
Is the wet patch just in one place ?
Yes , it seems to be just in the living room , above the window .
Did you look in the attic ?
No , sorry , we didn't .
Is there easy access to the attic ? We'd better look since there may be some flooding there as well .
Yes , we have a hatch with a ladder .
OK , we can come early this afternoon . Is anyone going to be at home ?
Yes , my wife will be there .
Right , we have an urgent job this morning but we should finish around lunch time . We will then come straight over to your house .
That's great . Thank you very much .
I was in New York for a wedding .
Okay , the bathroom plumbing needs looking at . What about the kitchen plumbing ?
Neither the kitchen nor the bathroom plumbing is working well .
Has this problem been going on for a long time ?
It just started happening last night .
I will be coming over to look at it this afternoon . Will you be there ?
I will not be home .
I can always use my key to get in , but I would prefer that you be there .
As long as it doesn't snow !
Oh , no . That ' s it . Nice to chat with you . Have a good day .
Thanks a lot . We arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport .
It's at ... gate 14 .
Oh , great ! That's at the other end of the terminal !
OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 !
I'm be right behind ya !
Well , French was my best subject at school . I can read and write it pretty well .
And how about your Spanish ?
Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good .
I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here .
In that case , I'm fit for the position I think .
And to make matters worse , you're urged to drink " one more cup time and again . There is too much etiquette to observe . You'II be set free at a Western banquet It seems we are keen to make it convenient as possible to savor the wine , its color , its aroma and its delicate taste .
Yeah . It's of supreme importance that the goblet , table-cloth , and plates should be made shiningly clean , so that the color of the wine is clearly visible and the delicate aroma and taste are fully appreciable .
Yes . For me , who can't hold much liquor , it's particularly agreeable . If only I had thechance to enjoy Chinese Matai at a leisured pace while sitting at a Western banquet !
Oh , sure . It's very stuffy in here .
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Oh , very easy . They are heart , spade , club and diamond .
Buy an expensive suit .
Is a white shirt OK ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing leather shoes .
But don't you like this place ? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely .
Well , only you liked it really , darling .
Oh , why didn't you say so then ? But I still think we've made a good buy .
Really ?
Yes , it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds .
How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ?
The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation .
It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody !
You are quite right .
No , once I did 32 .
How long do you plan to stay ?
For a week or so .
You can have a room on the second floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night .
I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is 50 dollars per night .
What services come with that ?
A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday .
That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ?
Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more .
All right . I will take a room for a week .
Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up .
Can I get dinner here ?
We do serve dinner .
I see .
What ? You call that a stir fry ? More meat than vegetables ? That ' s the worst insult you could throw at a Chinese stir fry . What a disgrace to the wok she fried it in ! What you had is equivalent to a fajita without the wrap !
Is it going to be perfect beach weather ?
I believe so .
Good . I hope it doesn't cool off this weekend .
I know . I really want to go to the beach .
But you know that California weather is really unpredictable .
You're right . One minute it's hot , and then the next minute it's cold .
I really wish the weather would just stay the same .
I do too . That way we can have our activities planned ahead of time .
Yeah , that would make things a lot easier .
I really don ' t know .
You can ' t think of anything ?
I really like where I ' m at now .
So , why don ' t you just stay here ?
That may be what I ' m going to do .
It ' s a perfectly good school .
You ' re absolutely right .
Do you know what you ' re going to do now ?
I ' m just going to stay at PCC .
En , would you please give me some bread please ? I am hungry now .
OK . I will get you some right now .
It ' s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
Someone just robbed me .
What do you mean ?
This guy just robbed me right on the street .
He didn't hurt you , did he ?
I'm okay . He just stole my things .
I'm so sorry .
I have to file a report at the police station .
Let me take you .
I would like that .
You do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
Can I ask you a question ?
Sure , what do you want to know ?
I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ?
Laptop .
Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ?
A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ?
Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ?
Laptop .
Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ?
Yes , that's right . That's very good .
Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ?
That word is pronounced kitchen .
Thanks so much . You're a good teacher .
Thanks .
They had no reason for arresting me .
I thought they let you go .
Yes , the next morning .
They made you spend the night at the station ?
Yes , they did .
What was their reason for arresting you ?
I matched the description of a bank robber they were looking for .
I see .
I want justice .
You know , Mr . Allen , Nowadays this starting salary is not high based on my skills and experience .
Maybe , but there are many fringe benefits here .
What are they ?
Additional to medical benefits , we also offer a rent free house and the use of a car .
But I have my own car and my own house .
OK , 4000 yuan a month .
Thank you very much .
Not at all , it's reasonable .
Do you know how to do it ? I am not so good at machine things . I will have somebody do it as soon as possible .
Check with somebody from the IT department . They are anyway in charge of the office electronic equipment .
My younger brother . He suffers from a bad cold .
What symptoms does he have ?
Fever and a bad cough .
I got it . Don't worry , just a common cold .
What kind of medicine does he need ?
Patulin will do .
How many pills for each time ?
Six per day , and two after each meal .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
I like peach blossom , because I like spring .
Peach blossom is really beautiful .
Yes . How about you ?
I like lotus .
You have a perfect taste !
But there aren't any lotus now .
Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms .
That's not bad . Let's go .
No problem , sir .
Sorry , I had no intention .
It's too late to say sorry now . Oh , what am I going to do ?
I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me .
We really appreciate your efforts . Before we go to the core of matter , can you give us some idea of them on which you would be willing to operate as our agent ?
No problem .
Sure . I get a lot of information and make many friends .
Oh , I'll have a try .
Very well , thank you . I ' m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12:00 , would you care to join us ?
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
Is that right ?
I don ' t know how to vote .
Voting isn ' t difficult .
I ' m not sure what laws are being voted on .
They tell you everything on the ballot .
They do ?
You ' ll be okay .
Thanks for telling me .
You should be excited about your first vote .
Well , we were only there for three days , so we didn't do too much . We went shopping and went out to dinner a few times . And at night we walked around the city with some friends .
Did you take any pictures ?
Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ?
Sure , I love looking at photos .
This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife .
Your daughter looks like her mother .
I know , they look very similar .
Where was this picture taken ?
That was taken at the train station before we left .
Did you have time to go to the zoo ?
No , not this time . We went there last time .
It looks like you all had a nice time .
Yeah , it was a lot of fun .
No , not at all .
I think it's a very complicated issue . A part of the difficulties women have advancing in the work force are due to few opportunities and many male managers . Don't underestimate the good ole ' boy system . Men have power , so it's easier for them to stay in power .
What about affirmative action ? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy ?
Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination , but it's still a man's world .
Tracing back , Yoga has a very long history . It was originated before India had approved Yoga and these documents were arranged and written according to the contents passed by mouth to mouth . In other words , Yoga is passed down from ancient times , which cannot be recalled .
Well , do you like novels ?
Yes , very much . Which one is the latest ?
Here is one written by famous Japanese novelist . You can have a look .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
I think I may get something too .
What do you plan on buying ?
I have a sweet tooth . I want candy .
What kind of candy do you want ?
I really want some chocolate .
What kind of chocolate do you want ?
I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat .
The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats .
Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers .
I'm sorry . I meant to ask you .
I totally agree !
I ' m worrying about how to move all of my household stuff . You know , I have a lot of stuff .
You can call a mover .
How much dose that cost ?
Around 200 RIB for a truck .
I think it ' s a little expensive .
But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save .
That ' s right .
I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ' ll leave you their phone number .
Wonderful .
It ' s 8357688 8 .
Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now .
You ' re welcome .
Hi . My name is Jessica .
Nice to meet you .
Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ?
I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ?
I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin .
Bye . See you .
Xu spikes it ! Wow , what a great hit ! The Brazilian blockers anticipated the play and tried to block him but he managed to get the ball in !
It ' s China ' s service now . What a superb jump serve by Li , oh , and we have a let serve . The ball was coming in fast and almost made it over the net .
Brazil calls for a time out and we ' ll be right back , after a short commercial break .
Is there a discount for buying in large quantity ?
It wasn't too crowded , but we had a great time ! We got on the see-saw together , then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jungle gym , but I didn't fit .
Sounds like fun ! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox .
Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted !
You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore !
No , all the leases are for one year . We don't have month-to-month leases .
Well , then I don't think this would be a good apartment for me . Thank you anyway .
You're welcome .
When we say your prices are much too high , we don't mean the are higher only by 2 or 3 percent . If we are to place an order with you . I think a discount of about 15 % would be sufficient .
What ? You want to drive me bankrupt ! You can't expect us to make such a large reduction .
There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great .
How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large .
Ok . I can settle for that .
You know what ? You and I had no plans , so I made plans with Mark . What's the problem ?
We have been together for a year and usually , people who've been together a year , take their vacation together .
I don't think that I ever heard of that rule before . Any more rules that you would like to tell me about ?
Go on your vacation with Mark and when you come back , why don't you just move in with him as well !
I am really looking forward to getting away from you . Far away from you !
Definitely , it's time to say bye-bye to the last year and to say hello to the new year !
Yeah . Have you made any good resolutions for this new year ?
Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ?
I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise .
That will be a good one ! Anything else ?
Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess !
Sounds great !
Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later .
Thanks .
She said it was because we had very different ideas about life .
Do you believe her excuse ?
Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly .
Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love .
Thank you , Steven . You are really a good friend .
That's not very easy to say .
It's also known as Les Puces , which means ' The Fleas ' .
Can you find many bargains there ?
Well , it really depends . Because you are a tourist , it might be harder for you to get really good prices .
This is Nathaniel Brown .
And what is your call regarding ?
I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation .
Ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold .
Ok .
... Sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ?
Ok . What's your number ?
It's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 .
Let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight .
No , there's no double six at the end of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight .
I got it . When should I have her call you back ?
Anytime before 6 pm tonight .
Ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm .
Thank you !
Bye !
bye !
I'm considering entering for the beauty contest this summer , so I must have a slender figure .
Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident .
I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only .
Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties .
How much do they weigh ?
All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg .
But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest .
Don't worry . You have plenty of time to decide .
And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition . I want to get the burden off my family .
You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college .
OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ?
In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money !
OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality .
That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ?
En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center .
Is the training center helpful ?
I think so . Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation .
I suppose you ' re right , Lee . Maybe that ' s why so many Westerners are overweight .
It ' s interesting that Americans work very hard at their jobs , do not take naps during the day , and yet they can be so heavy .
You see , because we are often busy working , we eat too much fast food , and that food is very fattening .
yes , we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time . And this will help us understand both better .
What should I learn first ?
Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ?
I am ready I am going to get , let's start !
But where's the switch ?
It's there by the window .
They don ' t now , but most of them did originally . There ' s picture of the pentagon in the united states . It ' s very distinctive with its five sides .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only TV towers are cylindrical in shape .
TV towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s m mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
You ' Ve got to be careful on the food you eat .
I will . Thank you .
That would be fun .
Where do you want to go ?
I think we should go out to eat .
That sounds good .
All right , so I'll see you then .
I'll call you later .
Okay , I'll talk to you later then .
See you later .
Bye .
I'd like that . Alright , put on this apron first .
OK . Now how can I help , hon ?
Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs .
Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed . Done .
Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge .
How many potatoes do you need ?
Three . And bring four bell peppers .
Gotcha , OK . Here they are .
Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat .
Where is the peeler ?
It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work .
What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger .
Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding . We need to go to the hospital .
I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought .
That ' s quite a while . Let ' s make it the week after you get back , then .
That will be great . So it ' s two weeks from tomorrow , same time and place . I ' m really sorry to do this to you .
No problem at all . To tell you the truth , I could use the extra time in my schedule to catch up on some paperwork .
Do you know what the problem is ?
I have a horrible rash from poison oak .
Have you had it a long time ?
The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days .
Have you been using anything for it ?
I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine .
That will probably take care of your symptoms . I ' ll see you tomorrow .
I am flattered . But I am not sure whether the manager is satisfied with it . She asked me to her office .
Why not ? You've done so well for the company . She should give you a prize .
I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time .
Come on ! What are you nervous about ?
It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation .
But the sale number is close to the predicted amount .
I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place .
Take it easy . Be confident . I'm sure you can do it .
What was so bad about it ?
Small rooms , small window , a small desk shared by three people . I would have been interrupted all the time and for sure not be able to deliver good work .
Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ' t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently .
Totally agree . By the way , the number of the telephone on your desk is extension 506 . You can pick up your office supplies from the supply room at the end of the corridor .
I'm glad to hear that . Congratulations !
thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position .
sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it !
thank you very much .
you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader .
I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon .
that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ?
next week .
so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department .
absolutely .
It's only one flight down , sir . Just take the elevator or the stairs .
Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym ?
Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key .
Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ?
Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week .
Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ?
I'm sorry , sir , but we have no trainer .
About half an hour ago I fell on the ground and hurt my leg . It bled a lot .
Let me have a look . You're very lucky because the cut is not deep .
First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it .
Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ?
Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean .
Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed .
Thank you very much , doctor .
Not at all . You'll be OK soon .
Well , you can ' t give her granny panties . Have you thought about getting her some sleepwear ? We ' Ve got these lovely , silky nighties . Or , how about a nice panty-and and-bra set . Look , here ' s a nice satin push-up bra , and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it .
Sure that ' s fine .
This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ?
Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ?
Just pick something and get the hell out of here . Um , I'll go with these two . This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with . She better thank me for this ...
Here you are , sir . I ' m sure she ' ll enjoy them .
Finally !
I ' m sorry , sir . I ' m going to have to take a look inside your bag .
Would you want to live there ?
I think his house is fantastic , but I wouldn't want to live there . You would have to hire one or two people to clean all the rooms in the house , plus a few people to take care of the gardens , and probably an au pair or two to take care of the children . It's just too big of a place to take care of on your own .
What's your dreamhole like then ?
My dream home is actually just a small cottage in a quiet village in England .
Would you want to buy an old cottage or build a new one yourself ?
Old homes are great because they've got character . I think that's important .
Is that why you wear second-hand clothes as well ? Because they've got character ?
No , that's just because I don't have enough money to buy new cloths all the time !
I see . If you lived in an old house , would it be decorated in a modern way ?
No , I'd definitely try to restore it to its original state . I love to imagine what it'd be like to live in another time in history and living in a house decorated like it would have been 200 years ago would be a great way to feed my imagination even more !
Yes , it does .
How long is the bus ride ?
It's about forty-five minutes to an hour .
Is that right ?
Yeah , it's not that long of a trip .
Is that a crowded bus ?
It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA .
Thank you very much .
You're very welcome .
What's the matter ?
This machine is out of order .
You shouldn't have used the machine . Did you lose your money ?
I sure did .
You ought to complain . These machine are always out of order .
Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon .
Bye , Jason .
When will we get one of those ?
You know our boss always trying to save the last penny . We have to use up the equipment first .
Oh yeah . It loses only a few seconds in the whole month .
Thanks a lot .
It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
that sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall .
right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
that ' s right .
how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
that ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
Hold on a second , please .
Oh well , do you know if the Susan Li is available ?
One moment and I'll check .
I would like to offer you a good price . But I won't be able to do that if I think this is a one-shot deal . So I would like to have some confidence in your idea .
Of course . Let me tell you in some detail about our idea . You know the popular Hello Kitty products .
Yes , of course .
Well , the products in themselves are very simple . It is the logo that is successful . So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple .
And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan . It is the Japanese that have made it a fad .
That might be true . But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it . It is because of our logo that our products will sell . We just need someone to produce the products for us . We have the backup and people to do the marketing .
So what you are really trying to sell is a fad .
Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that . Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo . Just like Hello Kitty .
I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ?
Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it . But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products .
I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last .
I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price . We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products . And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost .
Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates .
Yes .
Are you planning a trip to the Outback ?
No , but you never know when you'll need a flashlight .
Well , my pants are very slimming . They're capris .
I think money will make me happy .
You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness .
It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do .
You'll get bored eventually .
Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work .
That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy .
You see ... money doesn't equal happiness , but it takes away a lot of responsibilities .
Don't you wanna get it fixed now ?
I wish I could , but I ' Ve got to go now . I have an appointment in 20 minutes .
Well , if you need anything , just let me know .
Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage .
You sure have bad luck these days .
I'm mostly interested in the personalized services you offer , with stock market news , etc . It sounds just perfect for me , as I'm too busy to be constantly at the computer checking the performance .
Yes , that's just one of the services we offer in our Personal Financing Program .
What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all .
For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both .
That's just what I need , sometimes I'm pretty forgetful .
Yes , there's one just on the other side of this building . Do you have any small change ?
Yes , I do . Thank you .
$ 10 per hour .
Thank you .
that ' s the funny thing . I don ' t what ' s wrong with me . I just feel exhausted .
perhaps you ' Ve been working too hard . You do have a high-pressure job .
maybe . I haven ' t been able to keep my food down either . That ' s unusual .
well . I ' m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good .
yes , he is . I ' Ve make an appointment for 10 o ' clock , so I ' d better move along .
OK . Hope you feel better soon . You should take it easy . I ' m sure the doctor will prescribe rest , you know .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
My vote was for Barack Obama .
I didn ' t expect him to win .
I had no doubt in my mind that he would win .
What made you think that ?
Nobody could compete with him .
I thought his race would have kept him from winning .
Times are changing .
That ' s true .
I support our new President 100 % .
Maybe you are right .
Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ?
I know several . But wouldn ' t it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn ' t that complicated ?
No , it ' s easy . We ' ll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They ' ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
Our company just concluded a business transaction . You can help with documenting varies financial sheets involved in this transaction .
Ok , thank you .
You ' re welcome . Feel free to ask me any time you need help .
What about this one ? It fits you .
Well , the style is quite good , but I think it's too showy . I would like to try on the lighter one .
I don't need the full service .
But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now .
No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing .
OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service .
Thanks very much .
I have my passport right here , and here are the account details . The name , number ...
Mr Jurgen , yes , the remittance has been successful .
That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible .
Not a problem , Sir . Please fill in this exchange form and show me your passport .
Wow , I like concerts .
It'll be the year 2000 ! The flight attendants are coming over here . They're carrying bottles of champagne !
That's because it's time .
Time for what ?
It's time to make our wedding wish come true ...
You mean get married now ? On the plane ?
Why not ? I've got the rings ready .
I don't know what to say , Jack !
Hopefully , you'll say " yes " ...
To maintain a high standard of nursing , we should take experience and education into consideration while considering a nurse's level of expertise in caring for various patients .
Forget it . It was an accident .
Yes . Thank you so much .
Oh , yeah , while he was eating , and he was a pretty famous Don .
Cool ! Is it safe for us to eat there though ?
Sure . In fact , nowadays , you'll see more tourists there than Italians . There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat .
You're going to need to take two buses to get to that Sons .
Which buses will I have to take ?
First , you need to get on the 268 going west .
Then what do I do ?
You need to get off on Fair Oaks and Washington .
What's next ?
Get on the 261 , and it'll take you the rest of the way to Sons .
There's nothing else ?
That's all there is to it .
I have never thought that swimming can bring us so many benefits . I only know that swimming in great waves and deep running water can train people's spirits , and enable people to be fearless of the hardships , dangers and difficulties and become brave and staunch .
Have you ever swum in a river or a lake ?
Yes , but not always . However , I won't let it go if I have a chance .
I'm afraid I'll feel sick at the sight of it .
she is also very naughty . By the way , do you have a dog , Maria ?
I have a little white cat .
Oh , a cat ? Come on .
yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small .
but I think they're dull , aren't they ?
not at all . They're quiet most of the time . But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs .
well , cats are certainly more independent .
absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago .
oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ?
yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it .
Poor cat .
now we get along very well . It makes me feel that I'm someone special .
No problem . I'll tell you about our alternatives .
Yes , I'd love to hear what the alternatives are .
Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor .
Great ! But is it free ?
Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee .
You said there were other alternatives ?
Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless .
Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ?
We might have a printer here next month . But for now , you'll have to go to the lab .
Of course I do .
Then , Do you know her younger sister ?
You mean Mary ?
Yes .
Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary .
Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ?
Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too .
That sounds terrific .
Why do you ask me these questions ?
I just want to visit the family some day .
Then , we ' Ve got plenty of time .
It's two yuan .
Which way do we go for the Northern Line ?
Just go through the No . 8 ticket-barrier over there . A train will be in directly .
I appreciate it . Thank you .
That's all right .
$ 5 .
That's really cheap . I will take it .
Sure . Here you are .
really ? I thought you hated shopping ?
I do , that ' s why you should appreciate this gift !
sure . That ' s really nice of you . Let ' s go in and try some things on .
how about this red dress ? I think it would really suit you .
that ' s gorgeous ! Do they have it in a size 8 ?
here you go . On any other day , it would cost me a fortune , but it ' s on special offer today .
I think this color isn ' t quite right for me . Do they have the same dress in white ?
let me look . Let ' s see ... they ' Ve got one in blue , green , pink , black ... and white . Here you are .
this is perfect ! What do you think ?
I think you look fantastic . Happy Birthday !
I ' m so lucky . You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon ! Thanks honey !
My boyfriend hasn ' t been feeling so well . Maybe he passed it on to me .
I have some cold tablets if you would like one .
Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup .
Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold .
My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold .
You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions .
If things don ' t get better in a few days , I will look for some other solutions .
Ok .
Why is that ?
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
You ' re welcome .
Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter .
Thank you .
I failed in my computer course once and I made up my mind to learn it well . Then I made painstaking preparation for 3 months and I finally got it .
News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
Oh , how were you saved finally ?
I was in such a panic at that time . Fortunately another boat came along and I was saved from drowning .
I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years . People don ' t change fashions every year . It would be too expensive .
Yes . Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year , but only rich people can do it .
There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes .
I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ' t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy .
I know what you mean . The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children . The we ' ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes !
No way !
Yep , it should be here by tomorrow night .
Not always , she's rather busy at the end of the year .
The price is moderate , but their work is sometimes not satisfactory .
Is there a better tailor's around here ?
No , there is not , as far as I know .
See you in the court .
I am afraid not , but I think I could convey your leave to him after the client goes .
Oh , that's very kind of you . Thank you very much . I've got to go .
She has blond hair and blue eyes .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
What about your friend ? Did she fall for him ?
Of course not ! She thinks he's an apple-head . She doesn't like an apple-headed man , you know .
Now you don't have the butterflies in your stomach , do you ?
No , seriously . . . I really want this .
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
The tip is rather narrow .
I will bring you a larger size .
That's all right . We don't go to bed early .
Not really , but I like watching .
The neighbourhood is nice too . There is a park nearby .
Yes , and there are many houses nearby . I like it that the neighbourhood isn ' t full of apartment blocks .
It ' s a pity we can ' t afford a house . A garden would be so nice .
Yes , it would . Don ' t worry . There ' s a lawn outside the building and there ' s the park nearby . This place will be fine .
The building is quite new and well constructed . I ' m happy with the fittings too .
Yes , everything has been well designed .
Yes , there have been a few problems recently . Why don't you call the IT department ?
Sure . Let me see ... at 6:15 a . m . local time tomorrow .
I see .
And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Taipei time .
Maybe ...
Some of my grappa will cure your shyness .
Is that a kind of alcohol ?
It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it !
Great . My face will turn even redder !
I sometimes use traveller ' s cheques , but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash .
Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills ? I use direct debit .
Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines .
That ' s good idea . You don ' t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too .
Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ' s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others .
I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher .
I don ' t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ' s cheap and easy to use .
That ' s great . But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain .
All right . But tell him I will only be here until four o'clock .
It ' s nice . I arrived safely .
Are you all right ?
I ' m fine . Is everything fine in the family ?
Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ' t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ' s the weather there ?
The weather is gorgeous here .
That ' s good . Take good care of yourself .
I will . Thank you , Dad .
I love you , Troy .
I love you , too , Dad . Bye .
Yes ! The first time I saw her I knew we would fall in love .
Yes , I kept on typing it until midnight , but it is lost .
Don't worry about it . It must be somewhere in your room . Let's see where you put it . Have you searched your drawers and the desk ?
Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk .
How about the shelf ?
I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ?
Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go .
I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ?
Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ?
Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ?
You ' Ve put it among these journals .
My poor memory . Thank you very much .
Oh , dear . That ' s terrible . Not at all what I expected .
It ' s awful , isn ' t it ?
I can ' t bear to look at it . I ' m rather disappointed .
It can ' t be helped .
I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are the chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
OK . We will make an announcement for you . Please leave your telephone number , we will call your as soon as we have your baggage .
Sorry , we ' re sold out right now . Please come back next week .
Ok , Thanks .
We have some too . Do you have a lot of coal ?
No coal has been discovered in my country , but there may be undiscovered deposits . We don ' t have many metal deposits .
There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small .
When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams .
That ' s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers .
You have many trees in your country . That ' s another natural resources .
It ' s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests .
I see . That ' s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed .
Is your country ' s environment being damaged by the oil industry ?
We have some inspections , but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil . There has been some damage , but it is under control .
Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
Could you tell me more ?
Of course . Financing Link is a value-added service , and can be tailored to suit your requirements .
So , I can choose exactly what services I require ? That's brilliant . Can I use the card if I'm overseas to withdraw my daily expenses ?
Certainly . We can arrange the structure to suit whatever you require . That's why this service is so popular ; it's suitable for everyone because we make it that way .
This is just what I've been looking for . Sign me up right away , please .
Yes , it sure is . The L / C number is JD185649000023 .
JD185649000023 ? Yes , found it . 175,000 Euros , is that correct ? JD185649000023 ?
Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ?
Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now .
That's fine , thanks .
My car didn't want to start either at first .
Don't you have a garage ?
Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot .
How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero .
I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero .
Does it ever get that cold on here ?
Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below .
Speaking of cold , how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up .
All right , we'll have it .
What kind of dessert do you want ?
Do you have some chocolate cakes ?
Yes , we have .
OK , we will choose it .
Wait for a moment , I'll come back soon .
I'm glad you saw the reason .
Maybe this is God's will .
I know . I have an idea that we get together to discuss this next week .
OK .
I will give a call .
You really shouldn ' t write it down . You should memorise it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
OK , I ' Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the key , right ?
That ' s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren ' t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
They might actually win the game .
I still think nobody plays for nothing .
No i am free , i will be there , what time the thing starting ?
Around seven .
Ok , great , should i bring anything ?
No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ?
sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ?
Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about six thirty .
Got it .
You had a long flight , you must be tired .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
How about sick days ?
You get 5 paid sick days .
Any other benefits ?
Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well .
Great . Thanks so much for your time .
We'll contact you soon , Tom . Thanks for coming in .
Oh , you needn't do that .
My pleasure .
Just an ordinary one , six people living in a room .
OK , how long are you staying ?
3 days .
I don't know .
You said this was the right stop .
I think I was wrong .
Did we get off the bus too early ?
I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did .
Why did you tell me to get off ?
I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop .
I really don't feel like walking .
We could always wait for the next bus to come .
It is all up to you .
With pleasure . I think we should go to the palace first .
When was the palace built ?
That's too bad . Please try to fix it so that it doesn't happen again .
Yes , I'll work on it .
Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project
Great ! Fill me in .
Let's take a look at the Campbell Project .
I don't understand the projected revenues .
Let's take another look at it for those of you who don't understand .
No . I'm not a religious person .
Are you sure ?
Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night .
Okay , then . We'll be back around noon .
Alright .
These drawers contain cards describing every book in our library . Together they constitute the library's " card catalog " . You can see that each drawer runs from one part of the alphabet to another . Fox example , this drawer goes from SCA to SCM .
So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society , I'd just look under ' A ' .
No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth .
What if I don't know the title of the book ?
Well , you can look under the author's name .
Could you give me an example ?
Suppose you want to find a book by your professor , William Smith . You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM . Since that's very common name , you may have to go through several ' William Smith ' until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in .
Have you ever heard the ads say anything bad about their products ?
Yes , because of fewer people .
Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help .
An aisle seat , please .
I ' ll give him a call .
What building is it in ?
It's in the C building .
Oh , I know exactly where that is .
Do you think you can tell me where it is ?
Sure , what room number is it ?
It's room number 261 .
I have a class around there right now .
Could you show me where it is ?
No problem , come on .
It's just what I want .
No regrets .
I am really pleased with it .
I am glad you are happy .
It's super .
yes . You know I ' Ve been cooking more kind of food recently and I needed some extra space for spices and ingredients .
Did you buy new cupboards too ?
no , I didn ' t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added .
I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils .
yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ' m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over .
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
There you go . How do you like it ?
I think it looks gorgeous .
You think it looks nice ?
I honestly think it looks great .
Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job .
How much is it for my hair ?
Just give me $ 55 .
Thanks for doing such a good job .
No problem , girl friend . I'll see you next time .
What do I need to take with me ?
You'd better bring the diploma , identification card and several copies of your resume .
Thank you .
Fantastic ! I can ' t believe it ! That ' s the biggest account we ' Ve gotten so far !
I hope you'll visit us again , sir .
I'd be willing to try this hotel again , if you can promise me no more cockroaches .
I guarantee you that our little " friends " won't be back . I hope your trip home is pleasant .
It ' s approximately 3 . 14 , but the number continues forever . What ' s the diameter of your circle ?
It ' s 10 centimeters , so the circumference should be 31 . 4 centimeters .
Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ' s the exchange rate at the moment ?
According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1 . 85 dollars to the pound .
That means that 10 . 000 pounds will buy me 18 . 500 dollars .
What ' s the next question .
Fractions . What ' s a quarter and an eighth ? That ' s three-eights . Easy . The next question is " what are prime numbers ? " .
I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together .
So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ' t because 2 * 2 = 4 .
Exactly . Anything else ?
How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether .
You ' ll be a mathematician one day .
The aquamedic pool is included . You can choose three .
We'll do the seaweed wrap , the jet bath , and the foot massage .
OK . Here are your robes . You can go shower first .
Next you dial 9 on the keypad . You should hear the tone change . Did you hear it change ?
I'm not sure .
OK . Well , after you get the line to change you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call a client .
To call a number on the outside you now just dial the number . For inside calls , punch in the extension number . Has someone given you an extension list ?
No , I don't know anyone's extension .
All of the extensions are listed on the wall chart over there if you ever need help .
Either they go to a public place such as a hotel , a restaurant , or a club , or to the home of the brid
They go to the home of the bride ?
Why do you ask ?
The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite .
Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home .
That's very expensive for the family of the bride .
Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding .
Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ?
Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married .
Maybe I'll be the one .
You're welcome .
What's next ? Tony Blair in high heels ?
Sure . I'd rather show Bean in a garter belt , but all in good time .
Inspiration can come in the strangest ways ...
Yes , our delivery fee could be waived , if you make an order of 50 units or more . We would have to insist on the annual contract , however . I understand it's not the most convenient for you . Perhaps we could shorten it to a sixth month contract if you are willing to take a lower rebate .
That would be fine . We could accept a lower rebate .
Yeah , but I can speak English , too .
Oh , I see . What other languages can you speak ?
A little French .
Good .
Well , I am . I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting . Is Tom coming to pick you up ?
No . We ' ll meet at my house . He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa .
That's nice . Where is his villa ?
It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself .
Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy .
Come on . You just haven ' t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life .
I know , but I am a work maniac .
Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now .
Have a nice weekend .
You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back .
Did she mention anything else ?
No , nothing else . See you Monday .
See you .
Bout side claim a small area of territory . Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other .
Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent . Neither side wants to compromise .
Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down .
What do you think will happen ?
Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate .
It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first .
yes , I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ?
All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
Oh . It's nothing Navy .
I see . I guess diapers and baby food are expensive . Bringing up children is not easy .
My wife will be going back to work soon .
You should have more money then .
Yes . We will need milk powder and bassinet .
It ' s me , mum , I am sorry .
Yes , Mr . Smith , when would you like us to call you tomorrow morning ?
I have to be at the conference room of the Garden Hotel in Shanghai by 10 o'clock . I think it will take me three hours to get there . It means that I'll have to be on the road before 7 o'clock at the latest .
That's right .
Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 .
OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep .
Good night .
No , sir . You can sit where you like .
Is there something you need ?
Are your free this weekend ?
Yes , I have nothing to do .
Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ?
I beg your pardon ?
I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat .
Really ? well , ok , you're welcome .
Is 5 PM . a good time for you ?
Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner .
Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine .
OK . Then I'll be expecting you .
I'll be there on time .
I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner .
He should know that this is against the Labor Law in our country . Legally , employees should get double pay if asked to do extra work during the weekend or on holidays .
We all know about that , but we have no choice . The chairman of the trade union says he is going to negotiate with the management .
I suggest that you go to the lawyers ' office to get some help .
That's a good idea . I think we will soon come to a solution to the problem .
Yes we checked on just now .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right .
So you're leaving this evening , we ' ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag .
Thanks a lot .
In that case , what about having some noodles ?
Noodles are fine . Or maybe I'll have some porridge .
All right . I'll cook for you .
I'm just not looking forward to cleaning it !
Oh , I didn't watch the football match . I wanted to but my wife preferred to see the old film .
What a pity . It was quite exciting . Both teams played very well .
How did it finish ?
It finished in a draw . What was the film like ?
It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first .
Did your wife enjoy it ?
No , she didn't . After half an hour she stopped watching and started to read a book .
Do you work in Shanghai ?
Yes I do . How about you ?
No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here .
You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ?
Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure !
Uh huh ...
Where ' s the tea ?
It ' s over there , behind the teapot . Can't you see it ?
I can see the teapot , but I can ' t see the tea .
There it is ! It ' s in front of you .
Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ?
There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ?
Yes . Here they are .
Hurry up , Sam . The kettle ' s boiling .
Every day I have less money ! I haven't spent anything , it is just melting away because of the shifts in exchange rate .
What we really should be making investment in is the Euro . I've followed the Euro's progress over the last quarter , I think it's about time to buy in .
What about the Yen ?
Are you kidding ? The Yen is in worse shape than the Dollar !
Here you are .
What's the nature of your visit ? Business or pleasure ?
Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives .
How long are you going to stay in the United States ?
Three weeks .
What is your occupation ?
I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company .
Do you have a return ticket ?
Yes , here it is .
That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip .
Thank you .
Mr . Thomas is quite busy , I ' m afraid he won ' t be able to see you today .
Would you please ask when he will be free ?
Have a seat please while I call .
It's always been my dream to be a stewardess . And I like travelling to different places .
What do you think is the chief characteristic for a stewardess ?
Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely .
Do you get angry easily ?
No , I know how to control my temper .
If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ?
I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time .
If you are hired , when can you start work ?
I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now .
What are your salary expectations ?
I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works .
No trouble at all . He's very cute and brave . By the way , do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks .
I will . It's most thoughtful of you .
Yes . The Forbidden City is divided into two parts . The southern section , or the Outer Court was for the emperor to exercise his power over the nation , and the northern part , or the Inner Court was for his royal family .
Oh , unbelievable . This was too luxurious .
Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor .
OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic .
Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living .
I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ?
Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power .
Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ?
Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family .
Just like the pattern dragon , right ?
Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen .
Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here .
Sure , this will be a really good picture .
That's great . Then we won't fight over taking the same ride .
Look at the flowers over there . What are they ?
They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ?
They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park .
I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond .
If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn .
It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover .
Well , off we go . I am sure we can have a great time .
I know . Why don't we take a different route ?
Let me check and look at the map . Yes , there is an exit three quarters of a mile ahead . We ' ll exit Market Street , head west , then get on the Pennsylvania Freeway .
Ok , let's do that , even though we may have to take a longer way .
He is out of luck .
There's no hot water , and the building is falling apart !
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we wouldn't put up with it !
What currency will you have ?
US dollars , please .
All right , and how will you have it ?
500 in twenty dollar bills and the rest in a dollar bills .
Here you are .
Please count .
That ' s all right . I ' ll be finished in a little while .
Thank you . Miss Kelly .
What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist ?
I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute .
Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ?
Yes , I would . ( After testing )
Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ?
Yes , I'd like to give it a try .
All right . You need to have an interview with our manager , Mr . McBride . Let ' s go to his office .
How fun ! Can I bring something ?
Don't worry about it ! Just come at five .
I make a mean potato salad !
Well , if you insist , you are welcome to bring a potato salad !
Then I'll see you in the parking lot at five ! Thank you !
Of course . You look terrific in it !
I'm afraid you can't , ma'am . We accept only traveler's checks and credit cards .
OK . How about this card then ?
We can take it . Just a moment ... Please sign here .
A driver ' s license or something showing that you live in this city .
I ' m a student from out of state , so I don ' t have a local driver ' s license .
Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ?
The phone bill ' s in my name .
That ' ll do . Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ' ll issue you a temporary library card right away .
How long will it take to get the regular one ?
It ' ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
That ' s too bad .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
Yeah you are right . This office is falling apart ! Frank told me the other day that the gutters outside were clogged and that ' s why the parking lot was flooded .
I know ! I was in ankle deep water trying to get to my car that day ! The handyman definitely has his work cut out for him .
Of course , ma'am .
Will it take long ?
Not long . They'll be ready in a few minutes .
It is nice , may i try it on ?
Yes , the fitting room is over there , it looks fantastic on you , this style color in sizes natural here and figure , perfectly .
Does this fashion really fit my figure ?
I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style .
Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body .
Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now .
I thought you recognize she from there .
Oh , you like the rolling machine .
Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue .
No problem , is this blue ok ?
Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ?
Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two .
That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ?
The total is 90 dollars including tax .
Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ?
Yes , we do , debit or credit ?
Debit card .
Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ?
No , thanks .
Have a good day .
Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime .
Great , take care .
Thanks , byebye .
Could you give me a description of your case ?
It's like this , it's square with a leather cover .
I'll check it for you . I've found it . Is this yours ?
Yes , it is the right one
Will you show me your key card , please ?
Here it is .
All right . Now you can take your case away
yes , I was precise with every word in my resume ?
that's good . Don't forget to design the format . An attractive format is as important as the content .
absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read .
good . How about your cover letter ?
a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ?
no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of
sounds reasonable . Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention .
yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview .
got it . I'll start right now .
OK .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself .
It starts at 7:00 and lasts 3 hours .
Well , to be frank , yes , I do .
Oh , I ' m sorry . But this isn ' t a no-smoker , is it ? I mean would you mind if I smoke here ?
Actually it is . Perhaps you haven ' t noticed the sign .
Sign ? What ' s sign ?
There , on the window .
Oh , sorry . I didn ' t notice it . Sorry .
That ' s all right .
I can get a few of them right away , but might have to order some .
I can wait a few days for these items .
Make sure that you have money allocated for these supplies . How much do you have for office supplies ?
I don't think we have very much money for supplies , but we have a little .
Would you like them delivered to you or can you come get them here ?
I am not sure yet .
When you finish completing the request form , we will order and let you know when the supplies are here . Have a great day !
Good-bye !
I ' Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ?
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
There are over 20 subsidiaries around the world .
Nearly everything .
You are full of boasts . I can examine you by question and answer . What is Hollywood ? Where is it ? What is the function of it ?
Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world . It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often .
Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s
Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it .
Mm . What came after that ?
After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals .
Pretty good . Please continue .
Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . .
The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers .
Come on .
Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have .
Any more ?
Of course , no list of film would be complete without animated movies . These are especially popular among children .
Really ? What kind of prizes ?
Well , I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car !
A new car ! You're kidding !
No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear !
Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ?
Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too !
Gee , I don't think I own any red underwear , but I can buy some !
Indeed . He's strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared .
Sounds great ! How many kinds of folk collections they have ?
Well , there're actually over 200 kinds of folk collections in this city , that's half the collections of antique objects in China . There's one exhibition hall for multiple collection , and several individual display rooms for private collections .
Private collectors ! Oh , they must have excellent collections . I'll go and see each of them . What kinds of collections can I see ? Come on , David , don't keep me in suspense !
No hurry ! I'll tell you now . The collections include ancient cases and caskets , tea sets , abacuses , precious sea shells and conches , jars and water abacuses for study use , drama costumes , agates , ancient coins , butterflies , fans , mini musical instruments , root-carving , rare stones and rocks , model ships , model cars .
Enough , David ! I can't wait anymore . Let's go right now !
Okey , Okey . We'll start from the Folk Collection Exhibition House , a multi-folk collection exhibition hall , where the best of local antique objects are on constant display . The hall itself used to be the site of a local club in the late King Dynasty , a well preserved piece of antique architecture itself . Academic research seminars and exchanges between domestic and international experts are often organized there .
Very interesting . That's really a place I must go and see . And then ?
If you have interest in butterflies , you must go to the Butterfly Exhibition . Mr . Chen , owner of the private museum , has a large collection of specimen of over 1 000 species of butterflies from more than 20 countries for public display . Quite a lot of them are state-level treasures .
Mr . Chen himself has become an authority in this area , and master of butterfly sample making , I should say .
You can just put Dear Sir or Madam , officialese not personal , you can write to whom may concerned .
OK , So I first thanks them for their business , I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support , How is that ?
Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference .
Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount
Right , do you need them to respond ?
Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ?
You can tell them " Please finding the enclosed customer service survey , else also , you can say Attach a customer survey . If you need resource it right away , you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible . Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience .
I don't know where to go to get one .
I know where to get them from .
Where do I get it ?
They sell them at the business office on campus .
I had no idea .
I'm sure you didn't .
Thank you .
Don't mention it .
I'll buy it later on today .
Why don't you drink coffee ?
I don't like coffee in this cafe .
It does taste weird .
Most people think so .
Those clothes do suit him better .
Wait a second-are these pictures copyrighted ?
Probably not . It's off the Internet . What difference does it make ?
Good news . Thanks for getting things done so quickly .
Hello , I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now . He's in a meeting . Can I take a message ?
Yes , can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can ? My name's Mary , and I'm calling from Happy Travel . My number is 123 456 789 .
Sorry , could you repeat that please ?
Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ?
Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can .
Great . Thanks .
Anything else ?
No , that's it . Thanks . Bye .
Bye .
Oh , anything up to 3 or 4 months for surface mail . It depends on the sailing of the ships . Airmail would only take 1 to 2 weeks .
How much would this parcel cost me by airmail ?
Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 .
Thanks . That'll be OK .
On the Internet ? I have never tried that way .
Well , it's very convenient and very popular now .
So how to apply for a job on the Internet ?
Just get online and send your application through email to the employer .
But how can I know which employer is hiring ?
You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website .
Will the employers see my information ?
Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you .
Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ?
If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe .
I will give it a try at once .
You'll recover after a good night's sleep .
Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence .
That's all right . Would you have a cup of coffee ?
Yes , Please . It ' s very kind of you .
Don't mention it .
The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well . You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me .
It's my pleasure .
I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them .
Thank you . Thank you for the trouble you've taken .
Not at all .
I'm not sure , but I think it must be directed by Zhang You . That's typical of him .
Jenny Madison .
What ' s your nationality ?
Nigerian .
What is your date of birth ?
15th of April , 1969 .
And your occupation ?
I am a painter .
What's your passport No . ?
7834623464 3367 .
Where do you live in China ?
In the Golden Mountain Hotel in Beijing .
You are suspected of smuggling . Do you understand your rights ?
Yes .
Ok , sign here .
I promise you'll have it tomorrow .
No , thanks . I ' Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine .
Haha , I could never do that . I ' d be a zombie if I didn ' t have my morning coffee fix . Let ' s get down to business then .
Yes . I ' Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market .
That ' s great ! I ' m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ?
No , we ' re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal .
Surely . Let ' s get started by drafting a new contract .
Oh , it ' s right downstairs . I'm going there myself . Just follow me .
But didn ' t you say that his Dad takes him under his wings ?
Yes , I did . He only takes side with him . He seldom asks what Dick is doing .
I want to have a car like that . But I am not rich . And I don ' t have a rich daddy .
They are By new models now , they are not very expensive . Maybe you should look for one .
Surely it was , especially when you only knew few people and little English .
You mean you didn ' t know much English then ?
Right . I only knew a few English sentences .
That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ?
First , I worked as a servant .
Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience .
I'd like to , but I must run to a meeting .
People cook turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner .
Anything else ?
Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables .
I'm almost hungry .
Yes , I did . But nobody has handed it in as yet .
OK , that's fine , Sir . We just need to ask you some questions for security purposes .
Please , go right ahead .
Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ?
I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are .
That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ?
It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose !
That's completely natural . Most of our customers do the same thing . Could you just hold for a moment please ? Thank you .
The best island of Korea-Jizhou island .
Why ?
Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming .
Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible .
What do you mean ?
Sometimes the traffic is too busy .
Yes , you are right .
I feel the same way .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
No , I transferred here .
What school did you come from ?
I transferred from PCC .
Why ' d you transfer here ?
I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ' t good enough .
Is PCC a good school ?
PCC is great !
I hope you enjoy it here .
Thank you very much .
I like talking to writers , I get to meet a lot of interesting people .
I'm happy to hear that , but publishing is more than just talking to writers . it involves a lot of work , patience and responsibility . Most of the work is boring .
I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry .
Do you have any complaints ?
No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ?
Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well .
That's perfect . I will definitely do well .
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
Are you applying to study or work abroad ?
I want to study abroad .
What do you want to study ?
I hope to study English Literature .
Have you got your visa yet ?
Not yet . I have an interview with a visa official today .
I see . Is it your first interview ?
No , I ' Ve already been here for 3 interviews .
We have trained analyzers to do quality analysis at the end of each part when we make the product . This means that no mistakes are made .
Your salesman also told me that each worker is trained to do quality analysis . Can you tell me a little about that ?
Certainly . We provide quality analysis training as part of the training for all new workers , plus a week of further training every year .
Did you generate any income during that time period ?
I made a little bit of money , but not much .
Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ?
I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form .
When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check .
That being the case , I don ' t think that I am going to show the income next time .
Don ' t do it ! If you get caught making false statements , you can have your claim closed .
Oh , that ' s very sad .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
So we can get down to business .
Well , I exercise a lot . I go running at least three times a week . But more than that I enjoy playing sports and so different sports use different muscles and all of it helps to lose that weight that you might have gained .
Yeah , well , actually , one of the problems is that I actually exercise a lot .
Do ya ?
Yeah , so maybe it's my diet .
It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars .
That's pretty tough !
I was in the bank at the time .
What exactly did you see ?
I saw the guy come in with a gun .
Did you get a good look at his face ?
He was wearing a mask .
Was anyone else with him ?
He came in alone .
Could you come to the station for more questioning ?
That'll be fine .
That's right .
Do you mind telling me your name ?
Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ?
Yes , it is . I usually travel light .
Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ?
Sure , and I'm glad to meet you . Thanks for your help .
It's just what I wanted .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
Are you aware that without two weeks advance notice prices will be very high ?
Yes I know , but I just got the chance to leave and so I am going to take it no matter what .
I understand . So that ' s one ticket to New York , and you ' ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ?
I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket .
When would you like to return ?
My return date will be the 14th .
OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy !
OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6
Will there be any layovers ?
No , all flights are direct .
Perfect ! I ' m afraid to ask , but how much is it ?
$ 800 dollars .
The pace of life of people is now getting faster and faster , so the speed of ships and boats seems to be so slow . I think it may be the reason why people don't like to travel by boat .
But the most of the transoceanic cargo transportation is still carried by boat .
the reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week .
oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
is there someone else I can talk to ?
she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
that will be fine .
ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 . See you then .
It's just what I wanted .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
You got drunk , and you were hilarious . Lighten up .
That guy was definitely a Don .
So now you can say you had a mafia experience . Ha-ha .
Yeah . If I leave Little Italy alive ...
Are you kidding ? Don had fun scaring you . He'd probably buy you dinner if we go back .
if I had enough money , I'd buy one , but I don't even have enough to buy one of their shuffle spods .
how big is a shuffle iPod ?
the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first .
how many gigs of music can it hold ?
I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember .
how much do they cost ?
not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars .
you're right , that's not bad at all .
do you have an iPod ?
I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one .
why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ?
that's one of the problems with having an iPod . Though an iPod might have an above average battery life , once the battery is dead , so is your iPod .
That one there ?
That's right . Then you will follow the signs to Gate 85 .
Thank you . You ' Ve been very helpful .
So ?
So I think I may fall in love with her .
That sounds great . But how do you know that's a crush or a real love ?
Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in real love ?
That's a big question . Well , if you're in love , maybe you will take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all .
That's what I do .
And you think about her all the time ?
Yes .
And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid . For instance , you used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning then you begin to like jogging .
That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs .
Oh , congratulations . Sounds like you've found your soul mate .
Thanks , but I know falling in love is one thing while staying in love is another .
Yes , that's right . If you find this person becomes more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love .
Yeah , falling in love is so good .
Just let it go .
How are your work now ?
Not bad , just let it go .
She ' s 18 .
She is tall ?
Yes , she is .
And she is thin , isn ' t she ?
Well , just a little thin .
She's very nice .
What does she teach ?
English , of course .
Is she your teacher ?
Yes . She teaches our class three times a week .
Can she speak Chinese to her students ?
Not very much .
It's a good thing you can speak English !
Are you serious ? It is always crowded with many people .
why not ? I would like to buy some candies . Since there are so many people , I think they must have delicious candy .
Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty .
They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors .
I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything .
Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people .
To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not .
You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities .
That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home .
You really can't live without candy .
It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out .
Just fine . How is everything with you ?
Not bad . I finally bought a house . It ' s an old one , but built really solid . It is close to here . Do you want to come over for lunch ?
I ' d like that , but I ' m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ' d meet them at the airport for lunch .
OK , next time you ' re here .
That ' s a deal .
I heard that you moved to Florida .
Yes , I ' m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ' Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches .
Tell me more .
The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright .
Sounds great !
I ' m pretty happy living there .
I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs .
I ' Ve been to all of them .
I ' m jealous . I ' Ve never been to Florida .
The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ' ll take you to Disney World .
That sounds great ! I ' ll take you up on that invitation .
I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ?
I sure will .
Here ' s my business card . Send me an email once in a while .
Count on it . And here ' s my card . Don ' t hesitate to call me anytime .
Thank you . I ' d better get going . I don ' t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry .
Well , I ' m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip .
Take good care of yourself , Mary .
I will . Good-bye .
Bye-bye !
Well , I'm really worried about my grades . I didn't think this course would be so stressful .
You're a good student . I'm sure you can do well . What you need to do is to relax .
You're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ?
Taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress .
I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying !
You need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ' t very usually effective .
You ' re right . I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class .
Besides , it ' s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ' s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply .
That ' s fantastic . I ' m going to go try that out in my room now . good night !
Good night , sleep tight ; don ' t let the bed bugs bite !
Well , it ' s very comfortable just to drift here .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
How much do I need for this letter ?
I must weigh it .
How much ? Is it overweight ?
It is 5 grams overweight . Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter ?
How much is it , then ?
Registration plus overweight , 7 yuan in all .
OK . Here you are .
You must be joking . Those two ?
Well , my dear , I didn't believe it either . But I got it straight from the horse's mouth . David called me this morning .
So when did this all happen ?
Last weekend , while they were on their ski trip .
Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ?
Next June .
I can hardly believe it .
Sounds good to me . You make up the invitations , I ' Ve got run . I ' Ve got a meeting in five minutes .
Great , I like the idea of trying some new food .
Good for you . Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world .
Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hi-gene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . For sure all the customers will benefit from this .
what's wrong ?
well , my boyfriend was supposed to call me last night , but he never did .
that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it .
the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't .
I see how that can get a bit annoying .
a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar .
so what are you going to do about it ?
I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him .
what do you think would make you happier ?
in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first .
relationships can be confusing sometimes .
what would you do if you were me ?
I'd call him and dump him now ! You deserve better than him !
Some money has been sent from our Head Office in Berlin . Could you check whether you have received the remittance yet ?
Of course . Do you know which bank it was sent through and the amount and currency ?
Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars .
Yes , here it is . That's received and cleared , so it's available for withdrawal .
Big games of course .
I see , but games are played in different ways . I'm wondering what type of games do you like to play ?
Type ? I don't know , what do you have ?
Basically , there are 7 types of games
Well , I am a beginner . I ...
Don't worry . Most male customers choose first person shooting , real time strategy , action or sports , while female customers prefer simulating , action or role playing . Shooting , action and sports games require flexible movements and real time strategy usually needs overall consideration .
I like first person shooting and action more than other types of games .
If so , counter Strike and Might & Magic are good alternatives . Counter Strike is one of the hottest shooting games and Might & Magic series are popular among girls because the game has attractive plot and interesting scenes .
Oh , thanks a lot . Then , I will take the two .
Do you want the latest editions ? If your computer runs fast , I think the latest editions are better because although old editions are cheaper , they are less exciting and attractive .
I will have the latest editions .
Sounds great !
Say , why don't you come with us ? We have plenty of room .
Do you mean it ? I'd love to !
Don ' t you know our movie starts at seven ? And we were going to meet at the theater at five to seven . Then it doesn ' t make sense to meet at the apartment .
I ' m sorry . We must have misunderstood each other .
Why don ' t you try to be clearer about your intentions ?
You ' re right . I am sorry . Let ' s go and watch the movie .
It ' s okay . I don ' t want to go now . We ' Ve already missed ten minutes of the movie . I don ' t want to see a movie without watching the beginning .
Just a trim will do .
I'm going to be a clerk .
What does a clerk do ?
He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types .
I want to be a vet .
A-what ?
A vet-a veterinary surgeon .
Good gracious ! What's that ?
A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor .
I once read a story about a person who talked to animals . It was very interesting .
What ? Why ? Can ' t you renew it ?
The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot
Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP .
I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ' m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while .
Well , let me know if there ' s anything I can do to help out .
Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ?
Hehe .. sure
I am ! I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses .
Good ! Me too ! By the way . you didn't tell me what you are studying here .
Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies .
Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ?
Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really .
What about your friend Zoe
She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy .
Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures .
I guess so . What about you , Simon ?
I'm studying law .
Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer .
Sure , welcome anytime
Yes , you could if it's kept intact . But don't you want to get a bigger size ?
I intended to , but as far as I know , all the skirts of this kind here are of the same size .
Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back .
Sorry to have given you trouble .
Never mind . It ' s just my duty .
When can I apply for it ?
You can apply right now .
I ' d like to do that .
Fill this out , please .
What ' s next ?
I will need to take your passport picture .
When will my passport be ready ?
It will take about three weeks .
That ' s great . Thank you .
For water retention , I am going to start you on Hydrochlorothiazide , which is a diuretic .
What are the side effects from taking that drug ,
You need to stay hydrated on this drug , but most people experience little side effects .
Will that one medication take care of all of my problems ?
For now I want you to take a second drug , Lisinopril , an ACE inhibitor .
Am I going to experience any complications with that drug ?
The most you will experience will be a dry cough but you probably won ' t experience anything negative .
Yes , but I don't like the story .
Well , let me get that out of your way . Would you like to order something else from the menu ? Or I could bring you another order of chicken if you'd like .
Another one ? I don't want another one . Give me something simple . You've got steak , right ?
Yes , we do . How would you like it cooked ?
Half done .
No , sorry . I don't know .
I think I can take the subway to the airport . Do you know where the subway is ?
Sure , it's over there .
Where ? I don't see it .
Across the street .
Oh , I see it now . Thanks .
No problem .
Do you know if there's a restroom around here ?
Yes , there's one here . It's in the store .
Thank you .
Bye .
She's my wife , you know .
Yes . A lot of cash . Almost forty thousand pounds .
Oh , I ' m sorry to hear that . I think you ' d better talk to the police officer walking there .
It seems that is a better way . Thank you .
You are welcome .
I have plenty of time to do this . I promise you it won't be a problem for me .
Is there a good time for you to help me ?
If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday .
How about meeting in my office ?
That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have .
Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot .
Don't worry . Everything will go well . I promise !
Hello Paul . I'm Jane . So what do you do ?
I'm in finance . You ?
Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them .
T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ?
About two years . And you ? Are you based here ?
No . Actually , I'm based in Shanghai . I'm just here for the conference . So , T & D eh ...
Of course , here you are .
Would you please open the suitcase ? What are these ?
They are two cameras .
Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey .
OK , you're through now .
Oh , does he play the piano ?
No , he doesn't ! ! ! He plays the trumpet . So , what kind of music do you like ?
I like rock a lot .
Who's your favorite group ?
The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ?
No , I don't . I can't stand them ! !
Good idea .
Since we ' re good friends , you don't have to pay me .
No , I can ' t accept it . Business is business .
No , not at all . it ' s about how to keep fit .
He's diving for the gold .
That ' s correct . we have four seasons of spring
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
To the airport please .
Here we are .
Thank you . How much is it ?
Nine pounds twenty .
Here's ten pounds . Keep the change .
Thank you . Sir
You're welcome , Goodbye !
I'm afraid she's out .
Can you give her a message , please ?
Yes , of course .
Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number .
Sure .
Thank you for your help .
It's my pleasure .
I'm planning on cleaning it up a little later .
I told you to clean it up earlier .
I know . I am still going to clean it up .
Make sure you vacuum and dust your room .
I won't forget .
I don't want you to leave until you clean up .
My plans aren't until later , so I'll clean it before I go .
Isn't " frappuccino " Italian , too ? ... and heat me up a panini .
I'll be fine with just my girly drink , thank you very much .
And I'll stick with real coffee .
I want to make a deposit today .
Cash or check ?
It will be cash today .
How much do you want to deposit ?
I need to deposit $ 300 .
What account will you be depositing this money into ?
Deposit it into my checking account .
What else can I do for you today ?
That ' s all I need today . Thanks .
That's bad ! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line has been busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He ' s gone for the rest of the day .
Is there anywhere I can reach him ?
I don't believe so . He ' s going out of town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you care to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days .
I see . I can tell Mr . Thomas that you phoned .
Thank you .
Bye-bye .
Good idea !
I will show you .
What is the shrink rate after washing ?
Less than 5 % . It's quite durable .
Pick-up lines don ' t work !
Come on ! You can just walk up to a girl and say " If you were a booger I \ ' d pick you first . "
What ? Come on ! That ' s just lame ! No girl would fall for that !
Fine , then you can say , " So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! "
That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny .
Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink .
Ok , how does this sound , " I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . "
Nice ! Let ' s go !
Wow ! How high-class ... a new pair for each day ...
You just pop'em in in the morning , take them out at night , and then throw them away . No cleaning !
Cool . So are you near-sighted or far-sighted ?
Near sighted .
I understand your point , but we continue to have transgressions against human rights . If so much attention weren ' t devoted to the topic of animals , we would then concentrate more on saving a human being instead of protecting a koala .
You can ' t compare apples and oranges . I believe that both topics are important and that we can ' t ignore them , the mistreatment of animals can cause a great environmental imbalance . I believe that governments should prohibit activities like poaching .
Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ' t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products .
As long as you don ' t treat it better than your wife , it ' s fine .
How do you get through the stuffy daytime ?
Well , I have to hide in the air-conditioned rooms . Anyway , it is all worth , just think about the cool evening time .
We won the men ' s high jump and the women ' s 1500 meters .
That ' s great . Those athletes must train for years to get into peak physical condition . They must be terribly disappointed if they don ' t win .
The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds .
That ' s amazing ! Were any other records broken ?
A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place .
Did you see the final of the men ' s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts .
Was he disqualified ?
Yes , he was . I imagine he must be very angry with himself for that .
Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
Understanding comes from product differentiation . We get that through product demonstration , literature , expert testimonials , and the like .
I guess I never thought of that before .
And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school , or from the government .
Wow , you ' Ve inspired me to do something !
It's fashionable .
Come on , you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity .
Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun .
How ? By drinking ?
Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed .
When did you begin to drink ?
It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? '
And then ?
Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink .
So you get drunk every day ?
Don't ask me . I don't wanna be involved in your quarrel .
We check their production schedule against our orders almost every day . As new orders keep coming in , they are working three shifts to step up production . I'm sorry , but we simply cannot commit ourselves beyond what the production schedule can fulfill .
Well , in that case , there is nothing more to be said . What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email .
That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ?
We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request .
I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account .
Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them .
Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ?
Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like .
Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction .
All right , I'll adjust the price accordingly .
Yes . Here's a quarter . I flip it , you call it in the air .
Heads .
Sorry , it's tails . You lose .
Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one .
Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ?
No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room .
Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there .
Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ?
Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ?
Yes , I agree .
So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair .
Alright .
I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls .
Is that right ?
Yes , that's right .
Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you .
Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners . Just call me Big Brother Dave .
Are all lucky people so stuck up ?
C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding .
Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it .
Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ?
I will go get something to eat . You unpack first . Then , when I come back , I'll unpack .
Alright . See you later .
I should have turned it off . I ' ll turn it off now .
Look at my nice blue shirt , there ' s a big hole in it .
I ' m sorry , Jim .
Never mind , dear .
What aren ' t you too sure about ?
Can you tell me when my lease is up ?
Your lease is for three years .
If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why is that ?
If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible .
Oh , I see .
All right . I ' m glad I could clarify things for you .
You'll have to catch two different buses to get there .
Do you know which buses I need to take ?
The 268 is the first bus you need to catch .
What do I do after I get on the 268 ?
Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington .
Then what ?
Catch the 261 and get off at Sons .
That's all ?
That's all you have to do .
Sure , that sounds good .
Great ! Would you like your second pizza to be these as the first ?
No , make the second one with ham , pineappleand green peppers . Oh , and make it thin crust .
Okay , thin crust . Your total is $ 21 . 50 and yourorder will arrive in thirty minutes or it ' s free !
Perfect . Thank you . Bye ...
Sir , wait ! ! I need your address !
I ' m going back to college .
What are you going to major in ?
I haven ' t thought about it yet .
I don ' t want to see you back here .
You won ' t see me here again .
I don ' t think this place is for you .
I know .
I wish you luck .
Thanks . I know things are going to be better .
For now , I would like to run a few more tests to look into some of the problems that you mentioned .
Why wouldn ' t you tell me over the phone ?
If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck .
I need to come in right away .
I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along .
You are scaring me !
Come on in this afternoon and we will talk . It will be fine !
Well , first I would like to know if this position is still available .
Yes , it's still open .
Terrific ! Then how should I apply for ?
Oh , we need your resume , health report , three photographs and several letters of recommendation . Would you please send them to us by next Wednesday ?
Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
I have to say your education and experience are very outstanding , but it seems that you are not good at working in a team which we attach great importance to .
It doesn't matter .
I'm dreadfully sorry . I forgot to book the tickets yesterday .
Oh , it's nothing .
I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Not a bit of it , don't blame yourself .
You are so lucky ! Send me a postcard !
Honey , I am sorry I have no time .
Oh , Daddy , you should do more exercise . You are getting a little heavy .
I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath .
Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes .
Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit .
I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing .
OK , I'll go .
That's a deal .
Sure .
It is , but I can put you on a waiting list , if you would like .
Please . And in the mean time , can I look at apartments available in the area from this office ?
Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As .
Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ?
The individual landlord's numbers are next to each entry . You can call them with any questions you may have .
Yes , so do I . they have wines from all over the world . There is a good range of prices to suit every pocket . We ordered some Australian red wine , which tasted delicious and wasn ' t expensive .
Some restaurants allow you to take your own wine and just charge you corkage , but the don ' t do that at " ginger ' s " . what was included in the seafood buffet ?
They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon .
Did they have lobster ?
No , they didn ' t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet .
Yes , it probably is . I don ' t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh .
I know . I didn ' t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick .
When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ?
Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ' m still hungry afterwards .
Oh , you don ' t usually have a starter ?
No , I might have a soup if it ' s a cold winter day .
27th day of the fourth month .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at 5:30 .
I am afraid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
I'm going to use my ATM card .
Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN .
Done .
One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ?
No , thanks .
Paper or plastic ?
Pardon me ?
Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ?
Paper , please .
Whose house warming party is it ?
Tom and Bill Smith . They are both working now you know ? And they've bought a new house .
Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately .
It's out in the suburbs .
Have you seen the house ?
Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend .
Is it nice ?
Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden .
Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ?
They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight .
When are they going to have the party ?
Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow .
Wow , that would be something to look forward to .
Here they are .
It appears these books are two weeks late .
I forgot they were due .
You do realize you are going to have to pay late fees , right ?
How much is the late fee ?
The late fee is 25 cents a day .
So I have to pay 25 cents for each day the books are late ?
It ' s 25 cents for each book .
That ' s a lot of money .
We have thought of you very carefully , but the other candidate has more experience .
Experience is indeed very important , but don ' t you think capability is more important than it ?
Of course , I think so . But how can you prove to me that you are more capable ?
Maybe you could hire me on trial , if I ' m not qualified for this position , you can let me go .
That ' s a good idea .
I came back to my room and found that my suitcase was open and my camera and five hundred dollars in cash inside the wallet were gone .
I'm afraid you must give up the cash . Are you insured ?
Yes , this is my overseas travel accident insurance card .
I'll make a report for you and please claim this to the insurance company with this report .
Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion .
Well , I don't see the point of arguing this .
If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure !
My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that !
Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ?
If I told her that , she would faint and have me committed !
It's huge !
Yeah . They're usually this big .
The craftsmanship is excellent .
All the parts work .
Thank you so much .
Don't mention it .
It broke down one year ago .
Oh , forget it then . Hey , I told you to put the files on the in tray , not on my desk .
The pile is over ten feet high . I am afraid it will fall all over and bury you underneath it if I put this file on top of it .
Very funny . What's wrong with you today ? You are my secretary and you are not supposed to talk to me in that tone of voice . Do you know that ?
What do you expect ? I've been working for you for three years , and you've never given me a holiday . I don't feel well today , because I have a terrible headache . I am not in the mood for being gentle and polite . If you can't stand it , it's your problem . I am not going to change , because I think it suits you best .
Keep your voice down , Kate . I know you've had a hard day today , but you should at least show some respect for me . If you really don't feel well , go home . There isn't much work today anyway .
I apologize for forgetting myself , but I do need some time off .
Go and try it on .
What do you think ?
I love that shirt on you .
What about the jeans ?
They don't really fit you right .
I don't think so either .
That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you .
I'll just buy the shirt .
That would be a good idea .
The only thing I can do now is waiting for another chance .
We intend to open the tender at first next month in Beijing .
And when is the closing date ?
The time period is set on June 29th .
Could you please tell me something more about the conditions for the tender ?
All right . The area of the factory buildings is around 8,000 square meters . You can read the details in the invitations which will be sent tomorrow .
Thank you for your information .
You're welcome .
I'm sorry to have taken up too much of your time .
It doesn't matter . We'll be in touch .
Okay , bye !
Bye !
My grandfather did that too . He used the time to study instead .
That's interesting . Go on !
My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school .
So he became a self-taught man ?
Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous .
In what field ?
As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country .
Is he still in that that type of work .
No . He retired from that . He is a senator now .
Would you want to be a senator ?
Well , maybe when I get old . But first I'll be a lawyer .
Well , yes . Several colleagues from different departments helped me with that . They are very supportive . I consulted an economic expert last week . He was very kind to give valuable suggestions .
Now , the effort pays off . You have accomplished something .
Come on , don ' t flatter me anymore . I took the job because I love being challenged . But I can ' t get this turned around without the support from you people .
This is almost like a Taiwanese night market ! I can't believe it !
You can't buy much more , Wei ! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan .
Oh , yeah . OK . I'll just buy smallthings !
Next door is so noisy . I can't sleep at all .
OK , I am sorry for that . We will arrange another one for you .
Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura .
Do you somewhere often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can ' t hear you , the music ' s too loud .
Let ' s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that ' s why I ' m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That ' s good . It ' s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don ' t mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I ' ll do it in a park .
Don't waste time .
I'm curious about that .
But it's none of our business .
Don ' t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ' s about ?
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ..
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
Bring your ID card and fill out a form . That will be fine .
So easy .
I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed .
My shopping life will be more convenient .
Fine , thanks .
How do you want you hair cut ?
Don't make it too short . I just want a trim .
Yes , sir . I will use the scissors . Do you always part your hair on the left ?
Yes , I do . That looks good . It's not too short . It ' s just right . How much do I owe you ?
That will be 3 . 50 dollars .
Here is 4 dollars , keep the change .
Thank you very much . Come back to see us .
No problem . Call me when you get back .
I should have some free time next week . Say , next Wednesday evening ?
That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you .
Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday .
Great ! That's settled then .
OK .
At the age of 64 ? You're kidding !
And a company car .
Very nice .
Yes , it is . But I ' Ve got a lot of work too .
Well , that ' s life , isn ' t it ?
I'd like to know what kind of tour your travel agency has .
Our travel agency provides all kinds of tours , ranging from individual tour to group package tour .
Excellent .
When do you expect to come ?
September 28th .
What specific places do you wish to visit ?
We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace .
OK .
Yes , there is one on the other side of the building .
Good . Can I walk through this building ?
I'm afraid you can't . You'll have to go out there and walk around .
I see . Thank you .
That is true . I ' ll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It ' s usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
Yes , a camera bag , a travel bag and a suitcase .
Have you got anything to declare ?
No . I have only personal effects .
It must be hard being a father .
No , it's great being a father , seeing your children growing up and loving you and admiring you .
Maybe you'll only feel that way on Father's Day .
Here you are .
Hello , this is Mark speaking .
Hi ! This is Jill . How come you didn't come in today ?
Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover .
That's too bad . You ' ll have to be more careful nest time .
Anything new at the office ?
No , nothing special . Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache . His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine . The baby is their first child .
That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate !
Yes , we have to . Do you think you can make it tomorrow ?
Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then . Thank you for calling .
You're welcome . Bye .
That's correct . But before I do , I was wondering if you could give me some advice .
Of course , Mr Hayes . That's what I'm here for . What would you like to know ?
Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity .
This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ?
No , not really . My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it .
Oh . That ' s really annoying when seeing a film .
It sure is .
You are wrong , Shirley . I was always absent-minded in the class . I meant to concentrate on the class , but I was just so tired . Maybe I am old .
No . You are just burning yourself out these days . Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again .
One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished .
How could he make such a silly mistake ?
He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then .
He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ?
Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects .
That's a very good lesson . We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on .
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here .
I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better .
well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Cuizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while , I got u
yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choicest , you've got to adapt .
yeah , I guess that's a typical example of when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
exactly .
Which one do you like best ?
I prefer the novels by Hemingway , such as The Old Man and the Sea . I like the simple words in his novels .
Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great .
Absolutely !
Sixty cents please .
Here you are .
Please write down the zip code in the mailing address .
Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too .
OK . please give me twenty cents .
Here it is . and thank you very much .
You're welcome .
Yes , we deliver there . But it costs two pounds fifty .
All right . But I'm only in on Saturday .
Morning or afternoon ?
Afternoon , please , if that's possible .
Well , they are both all right .
Only all right ?
Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them .
Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision .
But after all , it is your decision , not mine .
Oh , yes . The green dress is very smart . but I can't be sure if it goes with a hat .
yes , I am the guy .
what a bummer ! You set me up ?
let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ...
how dare you !
hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella !
why did you lie to me in the email ?
I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name .
I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me .
I'm sorry . It was cruel of me . But I promise it will never happen again ? Look , there's a nice restaurant . Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over .
Certainly , you need to pay a deposit at first , and you will pay the rest monthly .
How long will it take ?
It depends .
I need to talk it over with my wife .
Certainly .
I don't know much about computers . But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend-the Power Macintosh G3 . it comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your hardware first . We have a special deal on right now . I should tell you about it , as it only goes until next Tuesday . If you buy one of these fifteen-inch color monitors with a Power Macintosh G3 , you can actually get 30 percent off the usual sale price .
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Mcintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . May I ask where you're from ?
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university-Asian students included-most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
Yes , here it is .
Thank you very much . And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years ?
I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies .
Could I see that , please ?
Yes , here it is .
Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is .
Oh , but mine is a three-year program .
Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure .
Okay , thank you .
She'd better keep away from them .
They are all leather . How do they feel ?
It's comfortable . I will take it .
I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four .
All right . Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you ?
Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ?
The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning .
Let's stand in the line now .
It smells good . Look at these . They make my mouth watering .
Me too .
It will be our turn soon .
Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn .
OK . I'll have many cream cakes today .
I don't like them . I think they are too icky .
Yes , with a fine toothed comb , as usual . Everything seems fine , except for one thing . The description of the items we are purchasing is a little different from what we expected .
Is it a big difference ?
Not really , perhaps just a translation problem , that's all . Anyway , we've agreed to accept it .
In the second week of September .
The second week of September is still in the high-season , so the cheapest tickets are $ 650 . The high season lasts until the 15th , so fares after that date are cheaper .
In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ?
Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines .
Okay , I'll take it . ( to be continued )
It gives me great satisfaction .
Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction . It ' s hard work .
I don't mind the work . I think it's worthwhile .
Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Sout
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some
What happened ?
You were right . It was from a headhunter . She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But , I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I'm going there tomorrow .
Great . Good luck .
My name's Donald Eakins .
How do you spell your last name , Mr . Eakins .
It's E-A-K-I-N-S .
E-A-K-I-N-S . First name , Donald . And what's your present address , Mr . Eakins ?
It's 1446 Pine Street .
1446 Pine . That ' s in San Francisco , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
It's a little bit tight .
Let me stretch it for you . How is that now ?
Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along .
OK . Here you are .
How much is it ?
Thirty-five yuan .
Here is the money .
Thanks . Nothing else , today ?
Nothing else , thank you .
Better visit the supermarket then . We'll need some other things for the party . Get some vanilla ice cream , some butter and some vinegar and twelve bottles of beer .
Okay . The library's beside the baker's . I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week . They're overdue .
I'll see you later then .
Bye ! I'll be back before seven .
I know , but she is going to miss you something awful . Have I told you how proud I am of you ?
Dad , now don't you go getting mush on me .
I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world .
That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks .
We have great confidence in you .
many say more development opportunities can be found there .
that's true . Beijing is the political , economic and cultural center of the entire country .
and there're higher salaries there .
well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities .
I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person .
one person ? How about your girlfriend ?
oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life .
sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home .
sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard .
I admire you . Good luck !
No , it is my treat .
Are you sure ?
Yes , I owed you for last time .
All right . If you insist . Next time it is on me , though .
It's made of cotton .
That's good . Cotton is soft and flexible .
I forgot what I put up with . In that case , I do deserve these flowers .
May I have a look at your costume ?
Sure . Wait a moment . ( Several minutes later ) Here you are .
I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool .
I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood .
Haha . Wish you good luck .
They're saying it was already there .
What the hell . That doesn't make sense . What are you going to do ?
I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there .
That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me .
I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars .
Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store .
We'll see what happens after court .
Is there anything else ?
He has a mustache , if I remember correctly , and a light complexion .
How old is he ?
He is in his late thirties .
Well . I shouldn ' t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ?
At two thirty .
If you'll just fill out this form , please .
I want the new cards to be exactly like this card .
We can do that very easily .
... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card .
Great . Your order will take only one week .
You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days .
We can do that . It'll just cost you extra .
A specialist ? That's excellent , thanks .
No problem , Sir . He'll be with you in just a minute . Could I get you something to drink while you are waiting ?
A black coffee with 2 sugars would be much appreciated , thanks .
If I were you , I'd buy .
Thanks ! ... Hello , I have a parcel to deliver .
Where do you need it to be delivered to ?
I want to post it to Shanghai .
OK , please fill out this form .
Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ?
Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 .
Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ?
Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please .
Ten kg ! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it !
No problem . So how have you been ?
I've been great . What about you ?
I've been good . I'm in school right now .
What school do you go to ?
I go to PCC .
Do you like it there ?
It's okay . It's a really big campus .
Good luck with school .
Thank you very much .
I think that we last saw each other two years ago .
What have you been doing for the past two years ?
I have been going to graduate school at USC .
What are you majoring in ?
I am studying international communications .
You should easily be able to find a job with that major .
I am counting on being able to get a good job .
Full-size , please . What's the rate ?
78 dollars a day with unlimited mileage .
And I'd like to have insurance just in case .
Is there an additional driver ?
No .
If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance .
All right . I'll take it .
Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section .
How about this one ?
All right . How many days would you like to use it ?
Just one day .
May I see your driver's license and credit card please ?
Is the international driving licence fine ?
Yes , it is . ( ... ) Thank you . Please fill in this form . Can you check this box , and put your initials here , and again here .
Setting the table and doing the dishes .
Is there anything else ?
I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room .
Her room is very neat and clean .
Yeah . She's a very responsible person .
I will keep my room clean , too . That's a promise .
How long is the tour ?
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Thank you very much . Mr . Roberts .
Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
Great ! Is your , too ?
Sorry , nope . But the Alpha Phi Alpha's are throwing a party tonight .
That's a black fraternity , right ? So we should see some dancing !
Sure . You just walk down this hallway . The copy room is the second room on the right .
I didn ' t have any change .
Tell me why you didn ' t come to see me tonight then .
I don ' t like all your questions . That ' s why .
it might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
A , whatever you do , the most important is perseverance . So you have to hang on there , the longer , the better . Then some day , you will find you've already made a lot of progress .
Yeah , you are right . I must stop complaining and stick to it every day .
Yeah ! Where there is a will , there is a way .
Not anymore . They live with my brother now . and yours ?
My parents live by themselves now . When they get older , they ' ll probably go to a retirement home . Do you just have one brother ?
No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ?
I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters .
How long have you been married ?
About seven years now . and you ?
I ' Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ?
It ' s becoming more and more common . However , I don ' t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ?
If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce .
If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws !
( ha ha ) I ' ll keep that in mind , but don ' t tell my husband .
Of course not !
About three days .
Fine , I'd like two enlargements from this negative .
Here's your receipt .
Certainly , Ms . Ransom . Do you have an order number ?
Sometime next month .
Currencies .
Currencies ? As in Euros , Dollars , Pounds and Rupees ?
It ' s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ' t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much !
I don ' t understand . You ' re buying and selling money ?
You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 !
Last night ?
Yeah ! It ' s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I '
You ' re kidding ! I ' m on ! Where do I sign up ?
Well , You'd better get some more warm clothes .
What's the temperature today anyway ?
I would say it's about 5 degree Celsius .
There's nothing like getting an early start , sir .
What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots ?
You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit .
Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ?
I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card .
It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second .
Don't forget that you have very little time , sir , before you have to check out .
Heavy metal music is a lot different from rap music . You can dance to heavy metal .
Hey , you can dance to rap music !
I can't dance to it . And I know you can't either . Because I've seen you try .
How do you do ? I'm Mary Green .
Sorry , what was your last name again ?
Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary .
OK . I'm Dick .
Glad to meet you .
It won't start .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Is that so ? Why not ?
( looking at a newspaper ) Oh , dear me ! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend . So we have to go to cinema instead .
What's on ?
Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night .
That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ?
Ah . The Royal , I think .
What time does it start ?
Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think .
But we won't have enough time for dinner .
Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ?
Ah ... I fancy going to the later show .
Then , there's a 9:30 show .
That's Okay , I think .
All right .
Not bad . But she's as busy as before .
Yes , my name is Carol Tiang . That's spelled J - I - A - N - G .
I'm sorry , Ma'am . I can't find anything under that name . Do you have your confirmation number ?
No , I don't have it with me . But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month .
Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ?
C - A - R - O - L . Carol .
I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday .
No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me .
Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name .
His name is Lin , L - I - N .
I'm sorry . I have nothing here .
Miss , I know he made this reservation for me .
Well , maybe we'll go to ask Mr . Johnson . He has the final say .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes . I made a reservation in shanghai .
Then I believe you have a confirmation slip .
Yeah . Let me see . Is this the one you want ?
That ' s it . What ' s your name . please ?
Wu Mei . That ' s my name .
Just a moment , please . Yes , you have a room reservation for you .
Is this room with a bath room ?
Yes , it ' s .
Can you give me a quiet room ?
It ' s a inside room on the eight floor .
What ' s the room rate ?
Eighty dollars a day . How long do you plan to stay Mrs Wu ?
Three nights I scheduled .
Do you sign the register , please ?
Is that right ?
Thank you , Mrs Wu .
Your room Number is 827 . The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room .
Thanks .
The personal card , please . Is it possible to take care of this over the phone ?
I'm sorry , Sir , but you will need to come in to your local branch to deal with the application procedure . Come in and fill out an application form and let us have a duplicate of your ID card . You'll also need a copy of your guarantor's and he or she will need to sign the form , too .
OK ... and what deposit do I need ? I mean , is there a minimum deposit ?
You'll need to deposit 1,500 RIB initially . There will also be some small additional charges for this service .
That's no problem . How long will the whole thing take ? A week ? 10 days ?
It should all be sorted out within 5 working days after receipt of the required documents .
Right , I'll contact my guarantor now and we'll come in within the next couple of days . Thanks very much for your help . Goodbye .
let me guess , your parents want you to marry a Chinese man , right ?
you are right . It is giving me a real headache . I feel like I ' m between a rock and a hard place .
I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex .
oh , how did you deal with it ?
I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up .
oh , it ' s a pity . What was the matter ?
simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences .
like what ?
he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family .
Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first .
yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working .
so that's why it ' s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner .
not really . There are many successful mixed marriage around us .
Ten and a half .
How about this pair ?
No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ?
How about these ?
Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ?
Well , there's this pair .
Hmm , they're not too bad .
I would like to take a driver's course .
Would you like to make an appointment ?
Why do I need an appointment ?
You need to sign the paperwork .
Can I do that right now ?
When can you come in ?
How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ?
I'll schedule you for then .
Thanks for all your help .
yes , there are several place available in that price range near the university . do you have any other requirements ?
net really , no . we'd preferably like to live in a quiet street .
how many rooms do you need in the flat ?
we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined .
ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t
how far away is it from the campus ?
it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a
that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision .
of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there .
thank you . that would be great .
And what's your name ?
Anderson .
Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time .
Thank you .
Of course I know that . But don't you notice that the house price is skyrocketing ?
So get prepared for everything .
I'm OK . I'll be fine . I'v cool . I'm cold . I'm like ice . She won't know what hit her .
By the way , how's the nose ? Boy , that must have hurt .
Yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around .
Oh my , no internet access is killing me .
Can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
No , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
Now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
What does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
Well , the term ' discomgoogolation ' comes from ' discombobulate ' and ' google ' . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
That's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
Then , you're probably addicted .
Both , but the rules of playing cards vary in different places .
Could I first ask about the remuneration package ?
Yes , of course . That's quite an important point , isn ' t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ' t include a generous housing allowance al
I understand . And are there other bonuses included ?
Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date .
Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me .
Excellent . Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ?
It seems you have to take time .
And they have tangy , freshly-made salsa , too . My mouth is watering already !
I'll go get the chips . What do you want to drink ?
Surprise me .
Like what ?
Exactly how long is my lease for ?
Your lease will be up in three years .
What will happen if I move out before then ?
If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible .
I don ' t understand .
Because our contract says that you will live here for three years .
Okay , I think that I understand .
I ' m glad you understand .
Quite right . And unlike the soldiers in xiangqi , the pawns in chess can promote once they reach the furthest rank . It is very agreeable to grant merits to people with good performance .
Correct ! Another contrast is the rules for the general and the king . It seems the general or marshal in xiangqi is much too incompetent . They are required to stay in the palace , waiting to be checked and fleeing for life under the cover of the guards . Look at the king in chess , he is much more capable .
Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China .
There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess .
You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ?
Sure . On a chessboard , fire is much more intensive . It has a smaller board , while those bigger pieces-chariots , horses and bishops-can cover longer distances .
I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly
You are a real fan of extreme sports .
Yes . I love facing danger and overcoming it . It has become part of my life .
No . sir , we charge separately .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Hold on , please . I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Good . You scared me .
Sorry . Can you please help me up ! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on .
Sure . Is this your first time skiing ?
Yes . I tried skiing on grass before . Not very good at it , though .
I just ran alongside the main road .
Oh you ought to go to the park next time . They have a route for joggers there .
Oh ok , I ' ll try that tomorrow . It ' ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ' t you come along ?
Oh ok then , I ' ll come and watch you !
My apologies , sir . We'll give you a new room and refund the value of your current room .
Thank you . I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others .
We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible .
In that case , I might have just the pair for you . Look at these , they were made in Italy , the leather is very soft , so your toes will not get pinched . You can tell just by looking at it that it was superbly made .
Those are beautiful . Do you have any in a size six ?
Yes , we do , we also have this same style in dark blue and red .
No , thank you . I'm just looking for a black pair .
Let me go to the back and get them . I'll be right back .
Business . I have a trade convention I'm attending in Chicago .
This visa is good for two weeks . Do you intend to stay longer than that ?
No . I will fly back twelve days from now .
And you will do some traveling while you are here ?
Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit .
What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ?
Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books .
You're not carrying any food with you today ?
No .
Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ?
Alright .
Yes , I have a lot of previous experiences in sales . I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university .
That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ' ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ?
Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 .
Thank you .
Two slices of whole wheat bread and one cup of coffee .
Okay . I ' ll have them brought to your room right away .
Thank you .
Which one ?
You know ... the one with the silly ad about how vitamins jump up and down .
Oh , you mean ' KIKES ' ?
Yeah . That's the one .
Well , I'll see . Sometimes the stores don't have some of the new kinds of cereal .
How about " As long as You Love Me " ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
That can easily be arranged . I will arrange a comfortable meeting room for them . Anything else ?
They would also like to have a meeting with our designers . And this time , their visit to our company will lay the basement for our cooperation , so you need to pay more attention .
I will set it up .
They will stay for two days . Try to work out an efficient schedule .
Well , if that's the case , I don't mind breaking the image that they might have or the standards that they have . I can only do what I know , and live how I've lived all my life , because I'm a fairly stubborn person .
It seems to me that now you're famous . You've got to go out and be seen at the right places and go to the right parties .
I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen .
Then fans don't see you much in public places .
Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place .
A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . '
I've never had one person that I'd idolized . The comparisons to Jul-ia Roberts are incredibly flattering . I don't really know who I would compare myself to . I'd like to be a combination of a lot of people . A little bit of everything , really . I haven't quite figured out where my strengths are yet , and I've definitely found my weaknesses .
Em , as I have said , I'm diligent and industrious . On the other hand , sometimes I'm too hard-working and I put myself under too much pressure to make things perfect .
What qualities would you expect of persons working as a team ?
To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive .
How do you spend your leisure time ?
I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies .
So , what kind of sport do you like most ?
Oh , it's hard to narrow it down to just one . I mean , I like all kinds of sports , basketball , swimming , bike riding and so on . Maybe it is just the reason why I am so energetic and vigorous .
Don ' t your relatives visit other relatives ?
Yes , but Americans never visit without calling in advance , and they almost never stay overnight .
I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families .
I think you ' re right !
Sounds interesting !
Absolutely , I love temple fairs . Beijing has several temple fairs recently . They are different from each other to some extent , but also have a lot in common .
I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ?
What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you .
Great ! Do you know how to get there ?
Of course .
Couldn't be better .
In an ordinary contract , the objective of a contract might be relatively simple , indicating the description of commodity , price , quantity , terms of payment and etc .
When we draft a contract , which points should we pay special attention to ?
Well . First , make meaning clear by using concise forma language . Second , describe accurately the exact requirement . Finally , state clearly the permissible variation in quantity .
Yes . I love living here .
Look ! You can see the village way down in the valley .
Yes . It ' s a lovely view .
Shall I see you on Friday morning ?
That ' s not good for me at all . It ' ll have to be another time .
We must find some time to read report .
I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon .
That ' s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon .
See you .
It ' s called Counter Strike . It ' s a first person shooter game . It ' s awesome . It ' s a multi player game where you can go online and compete against players from all over the world .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
This is John Laing from Dantons .
Can I take a message , Mr Laing ?
Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called .
Certainly . Does she have your number ?
She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 .
01705 ...
455623 .
455623 .
That's right .
OK . I'll make sure she gets the message .
Thank you .
You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself .
Whatever , I ' m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms !
Look at that big tree over there .
Yeah , oh my god ! It's still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight .
You were dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married .
That one , the one that says Mail .
Oh , no . What did I do ? It's asking me for a password .
Don't worry . See where it says , New User ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
I'm worrying about my exam .
A piece of cake . You'll be successful .
Well , how about the Museum of Modern Art ?
No , I don't like museums . They ' re boring .
Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ?
Ah ! That sounds interesting .
I need to effect a payment under my L / C . Not the old one , the new one my Assistant came in and dealt with last week .
Right . Do you have the code for that one ?
It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ?
Here it is . Have you got the advice slip with you ? You have sufficient funds in the account , so we can go ahead .
Let me check .
Sorry . I can wait a moment .
Good , here's your ticket and four dollars change .
Thank you .
We have fruit cake , cream cake and chestnut cake .
Don't you have cheese ?
Of course , we do .
Yes , I want to change some money .
This way , please .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Don't be silly .
I'm serious .
All right . Next time you will treat .
It's a deal .
Good , but can you tell me how to get to your office ?
Yes , you should be there . Go find the manager and ask . I think the manager will understand and approve you a day off . Don ' t forget to fill in the leave application form . It will be signed by the manager for approval .
Thank you so much .
How should I say it ?
I don't want to be like this . I think we should get step further .
It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over .
Like what ?
Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek .
It was only the cheek .
That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car .
Oh , that is ridiculous .
So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ?
Definitely not .
You see , we still have hurdle .
I suppose I could .
Come on , let ' s try it .
All right . If you really want to .
Get in .
Great . Where can I get an application form ?
Go to the Human Resource Office , please . You can get it there .
Where is the Human Resource Office ?
It ' s on the first floor , Room 120 .
Thanks a lot .
Good luck .
I need it . Thank you .
Yes .
Your card number please ?
4434 1234 5678 9902 .
Double one , zero two ?
No , double nine zero two .
4434 1234 5678 9902 ?
That's right .
And the expiry date ?
Eleven , ...
Could you repeat that please ?
November this year .
Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September .
Thank you .
You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White .
Thanks a lot . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Then just press this button .
Oh it ' s printed the ticket already . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
That's seems obvious enough . then what about the software ?
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
Great , except for my mother-in-law ! Sometimes I think I married her instead of my husband ! How about you ?
7:00 in my staying hotel .
OK , I am going to the hotel to pick you up . See you tomorrow night .
I really appreciate you for having invited me .
Don't mention it . You know , we ' re old friends .
Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ?
Yes . Why ?
I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook .
That ' s great . I'd love to .
Sure and which one would you like ?
I'll try the vegetarian , please .
Yes , we checked out just now .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right ?
So you are leaving this evening . We keep your bags until 6 p . m . Here's your tag .
Thanks a lot .
That's great . I'm looking to borrow quite a large sum , though .
With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan , the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price .
That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself .
That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this .
The funds are all ready to go in my personal account , so let's transfer it .
Can't you make it a little cheaper ?
Oh , no , sir . We already gave you a discount on each item .
OK . I understand . Thank you .
As most of our clients are near Tianjin , we'd like to appoint Tangle as the unloading port .
Splendid .
And pay for my own clothes .
That's an excellent idea .
Oh , yeah , it ' s terrible . I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China . It ' s when so many people try to get onto one city bus , and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt .
That sounds terrible the way you describe it . But you know , not long ago I really suffered on the bus .
What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ?
You just can ' t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding !
Hmm . Good exercise , uh ?
Yeah , absolutely !
And it ' s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ' s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her .
You were so happy , weren ' t you ?
What do you think ? I ' m a good boy .
Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
I ' m thinking of making an album , you know .
I really think we should take a tour of the White House .
I thought we could go to some of the museums . Don ' t you want to see the museums ?
Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House . We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here .
I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous . But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring .
Boring ? How can it be boring ? It sounds very interesting to me .
There are many tourist attractions in Hong Kong .
Do you have some information on these ?
Let me give you some brochures to look over .
But we couldn't help it .
one study said that low-income groups have a higher percentage of over-weight people than higher income families .
why ?
the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis .
that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper .
and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat .
what's that ?
nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day !
wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising .
yeah , I guess so .
you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise .
hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds .
so what happened ?
well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds .
you should have kept trying .
Go with a hammerhead then-espresso mixed with drip coffee .
Sounds better , but I hope it doesn't inspire me to take a hammer to the client's head .
Don't worry , James . We'll get this case worked out in no time .
Is the pay good ?
You get off at the next stop , cross the street , and you'll find the stop not far on the right hand side .
Could I have a transfer please ?
Here you are .
Thank you .
I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation .
You are here on business , aren't you ?
Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks .
I see . Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare .
Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in .
All right .
Why ? You mean a lot to me .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I .. I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I .. I don ' t feel like saying it .
You had a long flight , you must be tired .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
I ' m afraid I have some business to attend to .
Then would you like to have lunch with us ?
I ' d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now .
Would you like me to give you a lift ?
No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there .
Come on . It ' s no trouble at all .
Ok , thank you .
You know what we will get ?
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
I went with my husband . Our first stop was Bangkok . We stayed there for 5 days . Then we flew to Hong Kong , stopover for 3 days . Our last stop was China . We visited the Great Wall .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Oh , I see . Yeah . Some people like traveling , some don ' t . My husband didn ' t like traveling at first , either . He said what ' s the use of traveling ? A waste of money and a waste of time . At last I got him on the move . After all , he loved me . We went to Bali , Indonesia , one of the most beautiful places in the world . That trip left a very deep impression on him . Since then whenever we have holidays and money , we ' d like to patronize the travel agency . Isn ' t it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
Oh , I see . By the way , how can I get out of the platform after I get off the train ?
That's very easy . The exit is always open .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Would you come here in twenty minutes ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
This apartment looks nice .
Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient .
How much is the rents ?
2,500 yuan a month .
This apartment is nice , but I'd like to find a cheaper one .
Let me show you .
Thanks .
See , it's right over there .
Oh , gosh . I didn't see it .
That's all right .
He took the picture when he was only 21 years old .
I see .
I'll bet you were a little embarrassed .
You're right . The invitation said two to seven . I was there at two o'clock , but most people didn't arrive until three or four . They didn't start cooking until five o ' clock .
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o'clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I'm hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it's only seven-fifteen . I don't want to be the first one there again .
Don't worry . We won't be the first .
I heard her boyfriend is married .
She still loves him . That's why she feels upset . Her love is always hard and confusing ...
Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ?
He sometimes really drives me crazy .
Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block . You see it as you turn left . Seriously , You can't miss it . It ' s enormous .
Thanks very much .
Ok . I ' ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
We ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
While you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meal , by the way .
Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
My pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables .
But I don ' t like them . It ' s not fair .
You can have some fruits for dessert . If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake .
Ok , actually I don ' t mind eating peas and carrots . But I hate broccoli and cauliflower .
I'll remember that for next time . You ' ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ?
Thanks , Mom !
What's the exchange rate for RIB ?
It's US 100 for RIB 802 today .
I'd like to exchange 3,000 .
Fill out this exchange memo , please .
Yes . Here you are .
Wait a second , please ... These are 24,060 RIB and the receipt , please check them .
All right , thank you so much , good-bye .
Good-bye .
We were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice .
That's what I thought you would do . Listen , I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood . It's just down the street from all the bars . You probably don't want to be walking around after dark .
It can't be that bad .
I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here .
Really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime .
Do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better .
Ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ?
When I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen -- just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation .
Has anything else happened to you ?
Nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close .
Well , we'll be careful . Thanks for letting me know .
Are you worried about something ? Why couldn ' t you sleep ?
You know how it is when you ' re in a strange country . Everything is new , and you get tired and nervous sometimes . Then you worry about your family , about conditions back home , about your courses , about your money , about everything . I tried to fall asleep but I just had too much on my mind .
Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax .
Anything is worth a try . But right now I really just want to find a quiet place to take a nap .
Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Aha , someone has a crush on Anny , doesn't he ?
Who has a crush ?
Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance !
Just head straight up the street about two blocks and then turn left .
That ' s it . I think we ' re one block beyond .
No , you have to change trains at Birmingham .
I see . One ticket to London , please .
Single or return , sir ?
Single , please .
64 pounds , please .
Here you are .
Here's your ticket and change , sir .
Someone was in the way .
We drove to the lake and had a picnic . We had a great time ! How about you ? Did you do anything special ?
Not really . I just worked on my car all day .
That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ?
But then what would I do every weekend ?
I wish I had been there !
I like it , too . But sometimes I enjoy jazz and classical music .
You have good taste in music .
Wow ! It ' s really good for me , especially the living room . It is big enough to put all my stuff there . It ' s a deal ! I ' ll rent this one .
Okay . Now we need you to fill a form with your personal information . We need information like social insurance number ( Social security number in the US ) , your address , phone number , etc . We also need a security deposit of $ 200 . And you have to pay two months ' rent in advance for renting the first time . If there ' s nothing damaged , we ' ll give you back one month ' s rent when you move out . You ' ll be responsible for all the utilities . Do you want to sign a lease today ?
Sure !
Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ' t get your deposit back .
Okay . Thank you for your reminder .
You ' re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in .
Thank you again .
How about this one ? This is just $ 20 . It's worth every penny of it .
Really ? Ugh ... Is there any difference ?
Yes . As a matter of fact , you can't board the plane without boarding pass .
Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room .
I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass .
But when does the plane take off ?
Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir .
Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head .
Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion .
Is that me ?
Could be .
Oh , thank God . Thank you , I'll be right back .
Yes . Are you interested in the job ?
I think so . But before I apply , could you tell me more about the work ?
Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ?
I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school .
Good . There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one . If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ?
How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ?
Ten hours a week . From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week .
OK , I'll take it .
Fine . Please fill out the application form .
She said that she didn ' t want to foul her own nest .
I don't think so . I like them . Then what's your favorite book ?
I'm fond of history books .
Oh , the history books are dull to me .
You guessed it . She says we have to get married on January 2nd , or we'll have bad luck .
The day we choose to get married could never be an unlucky day .
My mom just wants everything to be perfect for us .
Have you ever talked to them about it ?
I tried to introduce myself to them when they moved in , but they were so arrogant that I didin't want to ever talk to them again !
What did they say ?
They both just talk about how great they are all the time .
They soud like the neighbours from hell !
They are ! Besides being loud and arrogant , they're also terrible gossips . They're always talking about everybody else in the apartment .
I thought you didn't talk to them much .
I don't , but they talk so loudly that I can hear what they're talking about from my bedroom - and it's not very nice .
What do the other people in your apartment think about them ?
Most of my other neighbours are scared of them .
Maybe you should think about moving .
I can't afford to move right now .
Well , perhaps you should have a party and try to get to know them better . Maybe once you get to know them , they'll turn out to be more sensitive .
I think you're being a bit optimistic . If you met them , you'd understand .
Well , I don't know what else you could do then . Do you think bribing them with chocolate would work ?
I took computer science and English courses as my minor subjects .
Thanks .
What would you like ?
What do you recommend ?
What about cocktail ?
I'd like to try something typically Chinese .
I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China .
OK . Let me try it .
Here you are , sir .
Thank you .
All right . There will be three of us going so we will each pay a third .
What other expenses will we have ?
There won't be many other expenses expect food .
Professor Wood ? I think he's a brilliant scientist .
You're got a point there . But do you think he's a little absent-minded ?
I guess so .
How do you do ? Those women are very hard-working . What are their jobs ?
They ' re keyboard operators . This is Michael Baker , and this is Jeremy Short .
How do you do ? They aren ' t very busy ! What are their jobs ?
They ' re sales reps . They are very lazy .
Who is this young man ?
This is Jim . He is our office assistant .
Oh , yes . It ' s just a few minutes walk . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ' ll see it .
Thank you very much .
OK . Why don't you just hold the ladder , and I'll put it up .
Thanks , dear .
Who is your favorite singer ?
Qi In is .
Do you know this song ?
Yes , I like it very much .
Let's sing it together , shall we ?
No problem .
They're pretty similar , but in different ways . I really can't decide . How about you ?
For me , I think starting school was more exciting .
Does that mean work isn't that great ?
It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it .
But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun .
That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce .
I hope you're right .
Rubin ! Karen and Mike have spoken about you so often that I feel like I've met you before .
I hope that what they had to say was mostly good !
They only said wonderful things about you . You did a good job of finding me .
Finding the beautiful woman in a red dress next to the fountain wasn't all that hard .
Yes , I guess it was a choice of me or the pigeons !
I was hoping that we could take a walk down the street to my favorite cafe .
Lunch sounds great ! Let's head on out !
I was really sad too , but at least I can still listen to their Cds .
Really ?
Oh yes . Like this , for example . Have you ever eaten jellyfish before ?
No , I haven ' t . I have never eaten jellyfish before .
What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ' s brains ?
No , I have not and I ' m not sure I want to try them now .
It'll take you about 15 minutes .
You are welcome .
Here you are .
Let me check .
Is it gonna hurt ?
No , not at all ! Just lay back and relax .
Outlets have more reasonable prices .
Thank you for your help .
No problem . Good luck .
Wow . We don't get to see this in the city !
Mother Nature is quite an artist .
Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink !
Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere !
Where is our camera ? Let's see if we can catch this on film !
Yes , I had my first lesson this morning . Are you a new student too ?
No , I've been here for six months .
Six months . That's a long time .
It's not so long really . What class are you in ? Intermediate or ... ?
Intermediate Three . And what about you ?
I'm in Advanced One . Who's your teacher ?
I can't remember her name , but she's got curly red hair .
Ah ! Does she wear glasses ?
Yes , I think so .
That's probably Anne Wallis .
Yes that's right . Do you know her ? Is she your teacher too ?
No . But she taught me last term . How long have you been here ?
Only a week .
Wow , not long . Where do you live ? With a family ?
Well , I'm staying at the YMCA at the moment . I'm looking for somewhere more permanent . Do you know of any good places ?
Yes . Actually my friend has a spare room in here apartment and she's looking for a flatmate . Would you like her phone number ?
That would be great ! Thanks for your help . Can I buy you coffee ?
It is really a hard nut to crack . The problem is that the crime was done without leaving any trace .
Typical Francis , whether you are at work , or engaged in leisure time activities , you always show the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new and improve yourself .
It is important to keep your mind up-to-date and active .
Dessert sounds perfect , but I would like to split something with my friends .
On this evening's dessert list , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp .
I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful .
One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ?
We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ?
How about some coffee and tea as well ?
We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas .
I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away .
The hot drinks first would be great . Thanks !
I haven't rented it out yet . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I want to see it .
How about today at 6 p . m . ?
That time is okay with me .
Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ?
No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work .
If you're interested , you can fill out an application form .
That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ?
No . The only thing I need to see is your driver's license .
It was actually a long two months . She was a psycho .
What do you mean ?
She would be laughing one moment , and if I said something insensitive , she would start crying . I didn't want to deal with that .
She sounds very emotional .
She was a psycho , man . One time we were suppose to get together . I was waiting for her call , and when she finally called , she was screaming why I wasn't at her place .
Were you suppose to be there ?
I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping . It was a misunderstanding . She was literally screaming on the phone over this .
Ok . You're right . She's a psycho .
I'm just glad it's over .
Yes , that's what my husband advised me to do . But I'm not sure how long I should save for .
Well , we offer 5 grades as standard
Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ?
For 6 months we can offer you 0 . 59 % .
That sounds fine to me . Yes , I think 6 months is the way to go .
I thought maybe you were interested in an outing .
They seemed impressed , and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter . I ended up staying two years there actually . I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper . I really enjoyed it there , and it really helped me build my skills .
Yes I see . But you decided to leave them in 2006 , right ?
Yes , that ' s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London .
The London Weekly right ?
Yes , in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future .
Great -- That ' ll be big help .
Yes . I'd like a crab cocktail .
Would you like some soup first ?
Very well .
What kind of soup would you like ?
I want egg soup .
Have you decided on anything ?
I'd like to have some meat .
How about stewed-fried steamed pork ?
No , thank you .
Are you interested in today's special ?
What is it ?
Twice cooked spicy pork slices .
OK . Let me try it .
Anything else ?
No , thank you
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
That's right . Vince still stops by her office every day to thank her .
Anyway , I'm still happy I left . I'm working as a freelancer now .
You really should have stayed with us , Dave .
come on , you sound like my Mom . Look at that , it's beautiful !
when you buy clothes , you must think about the material , quality and price .
maybe you have a point .
make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions .
all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral !
that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater .
oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert .
exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it .
why not try it on ?
it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ?
yes .
I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home .
Oh . Why did she do that ?
The car behind ours suddenly accelerated and hit our Car .
Yeah , but that's not why I am upset . I just found out another guy got a promotion . He doesn't know how to do anything . He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long .
That sucks .
I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies .
Look on the bright side . At least you have a job .
Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it .
Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight .
How about a cold bottle of beer .
Now you're talking .
You had pretty bad scores .
Exactly what do you mean by bad ?
You failed .
How'd I fail it ?
There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass .
What did I do wrong ?
To sum it all up , you really just don't know how to drive .
Thanks . Will I be able to take a retest ?
Sure you can , in about two and a half weeks .
Probably , Rose . That must be the job of nutritionists .
Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves . So we are free to have whatever foods we love . It is unbelievable .
Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food .
Seriously ?
Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so .
Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet .
Absolutely right . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine .
But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body .
No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
You're small , but you're not a child .
Well , there's nothing I can do about my height !
There's a petite section that you an check out .
What's in the petite section ?
It has clothes in small sizes for small women .
Yes , they do . Do you have a Christmas tree this year ?
Yes , we have a big tree this year . I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday . Do you want to come and see it ?
I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother .
When can you come ?
I don't know when I can come . I'll let you know later .
Well , I believe I ' m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ' m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ' m fun to work with .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Right here , please .
Please put down the table in front of you . It's more comfortable that way .
Oh , thank you . So nice you are .
It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ?
I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ?
Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal .
Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste .
OK , enjoy yourself , sir .
Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is .
It is beef . Do you like it ?
That's OK . Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help .
OK .
Ok . Let me call you later . Is that okay ?
Sure . Thanks .
is that so ? I'm afraid people here will not take pity on unlucky guys like you . Bargaining has always been an indispensable procedure in business deals . It's the norm of free trade . The seller sets
but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin ?
of course , that's something really irritation . And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff . I recommend you to consult the price tags in the superb
If you're hungry , then cook something .
I don't know what to make .
Tell me what you want to eat .
I've been craving chicken and potatoes .
I'd like that .
Are you going to cook it tonight ?
I'm really not going to cook tonight .
Okay , I guess I'll cook .
Why don't you start cooking then ?
One economy , please .
I will . See you later .
China .
Is this your country of birth or residence .
I just work there .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
I'm here on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay in the United States ?
Almost three weeks .
Sir , you didn't fill out the information on your arrival card of where you will be staying .
Oh , I'm sorry , but there are a couple of different places I will travel to within the United States , so I wasn't sure what to put .
You must specify an address of the place where you will spend most of your time .
Ok , here you are .
Do you have enough means to support yourself while you are here ?
Yes . I have some travellers cheques and two credit cards .
Very good . Do you have anything to declare ?
Nope . I only have my clothes and camera !
Very well sir , welcome to the United States , enjoy your visit .
To get started , take that list over to the bookstore . Do you know where the bookstore is ?
I am not sure where the bookstore is .
When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ?
Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ?
If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ?
I think maybe I could be there .
I am free at 1
Maybe that would work .
I'll catch you later then . Have a wonderful morning .
I was fired last week .
I'm sorry to hear that .
It doesn't matter .
What's your plan now ?
After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job .
Best wishes for you .
Thank you .
Yes .
It's pretty , isn't it ? It's made of pure silk and it's on sale .
OK . I'll take it . Will you gift-wrap this , please ?
Could you take it to that counter , please ?
Sorry , my English isn ' t so good . Could you speak a little slower ?
I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it going around .
What do you think I ought to do ?
Get this prescription filled and go straight to bed .
Okay .
Goodbye , Randy . Take care .
That's OK . But that must be costly .
Yes , the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering . But for suits and sweaters , you can only take them to the dry cleaners ' .
Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer .
Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually .
I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash .
Never mind . You can leave them to me .
Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing .
It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know .
I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ?
That will be 80 Yuan altogether . Here is your invoice .
What ' s the big deal ? It ' s just a picture of some woman .
I ' Ve seen it so many times in books , but I never imagined I ' d get to see it in person .
There are tons of other paintings that I think are better .
Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ?
No , how much is it worth ?
About 80 million dollars .
Whoa .
What do you mean ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
Only about twenty minutes .
I'm not going in the wrong direction , am I ?
No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please .
May I take a bus to get there ?
You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there .
OK . Thank you a lot .
Sir , I'm Michelle , and I run the front desk . Please tell me the days you'll be here .
I'll be there in April Friday through Monday , the 14th through the 17th .
We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ?
Possibly . What's the actual price ?
The price will be $ 308 a night .
$ 308 ! That's not bad .
Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , definitely !
Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ?
Yes , that'll be just fine .
One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number .
It's 626-555-1739 .
Let me repeat that 626-555-1739 . Okay , sir , we look forward to seeing you in April !
There is a desk and two chairs .
Where are the chairs ?
They are behind the door .
That would be a definite bonus .
You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now .
How can we do that ?
You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ?
No .
Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds .
That sounds great . Thanks .
That ' s why many people look up to him .
If he doesn ' t understand me , I ' ll show him the office address on my business card .
Ok but how will we know if you are going to be late ?
I ' ll call you if I ' m delayed .
Neither am I . It's just that the best-looking girls are in that club .
Oh , come on . That's no reason to do something you're not interested in .
Well ... What are you interested in ?
How about the Classical Music Club ?
Joanna , give me a break .
Hey-how about the Cinema Club ?
Sounds OK to me . I like movies . Hey , Joanna , look - there are a lot of decent-looking guys here . And the club jackets - they're really hot ! I think we made the right choice !
Am . Well , can I have a try of the sample free of charge ?
Yes , we have the free samples for customers . And you can have a try .
Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample .
Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample .
OK .
Great . Rmm , when can I expect to hear from you ?
Well , we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow , so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week . Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday . How does that so
That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons .
The pleasure ' s all mine , Rebecca .
I hope to hear from you very soon .
Absolutely . Thanks for coming Rebecca . Goodbye .
Well , the account's in my name . Patrick Dean , that's D-E-A-N . The account number is 15273478841 . There was about 20,000 RIB inside .
OK , Sir . Almost there , I just need your PIN number . When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number . It's a very simple procedure .
OK , it's 672910 .
You did what ? Helen , I know it's gross , but I ' Ve seen many public washrooms that are much worse . Why are you cleaning the counter top ? are you out of your mind ?
I can't help myself ; it's just so disgusting in here !
Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ?
Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor .
You're such a neat freak ! I'm outta here !
Yes . I was right there .
What did you see ?
This guy tried to rob the bank .
I can't believe it .
I was really scared when he pulled the gun out .
What happened next ?
He tried to leave with the money .
Did he get caught ?
They caught him before he could walk through the front door .
Thank you for telling me about this . What should I do here ?
First , change your shoes to slippers . Then walk up to the changing room to get prepared for a shower .
OK . How about after the shower ?
After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin .
That sounds comfortable .
Yes , then enter the bathroom , There is a stove tired with wood in the room , and on the top of the stove , there is a pile of stones , which keep the heat . Throw some water on the stones , and dry steam is given off .
OK , thank you , I'll try if there were other chances .
When are you going to take your vacation ?
Later this month . I can't wait !
I really envy you . You know I'm not taking my vacation until December .
Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ' am .
Working with my colleagues , we were able to increase the production efficiency by 5 % .
Great ! Could you tell me your educational background ?
Yes . I got a bachelor's degree in English from Beijing University .
Why are you willing to work for our company ?
I can get more promotion in your company .
OK , that's all . We'll inform you in two days .
Thank you .
Well , why not try Spaghetti Bolognese ?
OK . I will follow your advice .
I had a pretty strict up-bring , and my parents and I were always fighting about it .
Do you get along with your parents now ?
Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature .
What ' s your current occupation ?
I ' m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books
Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ?
No , I didn ' t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge .
How did you start writing ?
I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky .
Are you writing a book now ?
Yes , it ' s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have
Sounds interesting .
I see . Here ' s a pamphlet about our home insurance policy . We ' Ve named our policy " umbrella " . May I ask how much you paid for your home and where you live ? These are the two main thing that decide how much your premiums are .
I understand . I live in the Oakfield area and paid $ 100,000 for my home .
Let me just check that on my computer . Oakfield is a low risk area , so your premiums will probably be around $ 100 a month . The other thing to take into account is deductibles .
In this pamphlet it says that the minimum amount for deductibles is $ 2000 . what does that mean exactly ?
It means That the first $ 2000 of any claim you make must be paid by you . The insurance policy covers any amount above that , up to the agreed limit .
Oh , I see . That ' s fine . What is the advantage of having higher deductibles ?
If you have higher deductibles , your premium are lower , because you will pay more of the claim and we will pay less .
It seems that I should do some calculations before deciding . I presume that the insurance period can be for as long as we agree .
We initially sign one-year policies with our policyholders . These are renewable after the first year .
If I have a claim , how long does it take to make a settlement ? I ' Ve heard that with some insurance companies , it can take months .
That is of great concern to out clients . We aim to satisfy all claims within a month , but we can ' t guarantee that
All right . Why don ' t you have a seat ? What ' s the problem ?
Oh , I've forgotten to tell you . The party is held every other week . And every family gives their own performance each time .
My children would like that ; they like dancing very much .
That's good !
Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ?
Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin .
Really ?
He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself .
He performs very well . He is so funny !
OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family !
OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ?
Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour .
OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot !
You are welcome ! We are neighbors !
... and for us to get tans in our new bikinis .
Not this Taiwanese girl . We don't like to get suntans .
That's smart these days with all the news on skin cancer . Hey , there's everybody ! We made it !
Oh , I see . Since I'm a heavy smoker , may I change my seat ?
Then , I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment , please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
Haha . Don ' t worry , Betty . So tell me , what ' s the latest gossip ? Unless you want to keep it to yourself .
No way . Alisan Darling just got hitched in Vagas .
No kidding ! What happened to Ad ?
Darling found out he was having a fling , and one new girl found out about Darling she dumped him too .
Was , talk about a double whammy .
Ya . And now I can break this to you . Fanny is moving .
Oh , right . What a load off my mind . I really don ' t like her .
Well I have to go , Rock Sam . You take it easy , OK .
Thanks for the visit , Betty .
How can I do that ?
You can use your Deposit Book or your Credit Card . And of course , you can use our e-banking .
Yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ' s . I ' Ve been taking it for three days .
Good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a few days off work .
Have you been working hard recently ?
Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
Good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ?
I have a bad headache , but ...
Don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ' d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription .
Thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
A flea market is an outdoor place where people sell all kinds of used stuff .
OK , Where can I find one ?
Well , you can check the local paper or search ' flea market ' online .
I've been invited over to a friend's , and you ?
My roommate's having a party .
Yes , I'm really excited .
Yes , I tried it and I quite liked it .
Weren ' t you frightened ?
Sure . But I still liked it .
Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ?
No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ' d like to buy a bicycle .
But why ? Since you like it so much .
Because bicycles are safer .
No , sometimes the test results aren ' t clear and we need to do more to get a clearer picture .
Can we talk about it now ?
I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look .
When can I come and see you ?
You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you .
Now I know that something bad is up !
Just relax . We will talk about it this afternoon .
Well , I thought he was , but he ends up to be a con man .
No , I don't . Usually I'm very careful about checking the money I'm given , but for some reason this one slipped through .
Counterfeit notes these days can be very sophisticated and difficult to spot with the naked eye . But I must warn you that if it does show to be a counterfeit I have no option but to confiscate it .
I understand . To be honest , I'll be glad to get rid of it if it is a fake .
The machine shows it to be counterfeit . You'll need to fill in this form and I'll give you a receipt to show the money has been confiscated .
How do you like your steak ?
Excuse me , what does that mean ?
Well , there are several kinds of steaks . For example , you can have your steaks medium-rare , medium-well or well-done .
Thanks for your explanation , I would like it well-done .
The heart !
Very good ! It pumps blood throughout the body , using the circulatory system such as blood vessels and veins . Now let's not forget that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart and body to keep us alive ! Now what about the organs that help us digest food ?
The stomach and intestines !
Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ?
Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder !
Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed .
So what do these organs do , teacher ?
Well , mumm , they ... Time for a break ! We can talk about it when you get back .
Well , I certainly couldn't have done it without your help . You are the best tutor I've ever had .
Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it .
You deserve credit , too . I've learned so much from You .
Really ? What's he been doing ?
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
You might be right . He does think pretty highly of himself .
Did you hear the names he was calling me ?
I heard . But did you have to tear out his nose ring ?
No , I thought it too dull . Also I didn't think it was challenging enough .
What made you make a decision to leave ?
The stock exchange where I worked was too small My further promotion was impossible . I am able of more responsibilities , so I decided to leave .
You can get a day , weekly , monthly , or student pass .
Could I get a student pass , please ?
Sure , can I see your student ID ?
Sure , here it is .
Very good .
How much for the pass ?
It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 .
Okay , I'll take it .
Thank you for your purchase .
You are welcome .
Then . I'm sure you will like this one .
Do you guarantee its quality ?
Sure . This is the warranty . The cut , color , clarity , weight and the manufacturer of the diamond are all indicated in this document .
I will .
And don't ever forget it .
I would like to transfer some money .
Where would you like to transfer money from ?
Take it from my savings account .
Where would you like the money transferred ?
I want it transferred into my checking account .
How much would you like to transfer ?
I would like to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all today ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
But you've been looking for that stamp for years .
It's not worth it . Besides , I have to save up to pay for some bills .
Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck .
Yeah . Well , I'll see you this weekend .
About how much it will cost ?
$ 50 .
On the meter ?
Ye , of course .
OK . let ' s go .
I want five carats .
Is this one suitable for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned to my fiancee .
What about this ?
It seems too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Then you can buy this one . It's very nice and latest in style .
Oh , this one is perfect .
Well , you ' re in luck ! You see , if you sign up for our three-year plan , we ' ll throw in a handset for free .
Really ? What ' s the catch ?
There ' s no catch ! You just choose a plan , sign a three-year contract and , that ' s it ! Actually , we ' re running a special promotion right now , and we ' re giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan .
So what does this plan include ?
Well , you get nine hundred anytime minutes , and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients , one thousand text messages per month , and unlimited evening and weekend minutes . Oh , and we also offer a rollover option .
Wow , all this for forty dollars per month ?
That ' s right , plus the activation fee , the emergency services fee , the monthly service fee , oh , and any charges for extra minutes , and ...
Thanks a lot .
I'm going to my parents ' house for my father's birthday .
How old is he today ?
It's his 50th birthday .
Well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
Sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
Well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
Sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
Sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
Sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
Yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
Say hello to your friends for me .
Likewise . See you later .
Bye !
It is really like a labyrinth .
Thank you very much .
That's right . Try it on .
Well , I think the waist is a little tight and the sleeves are too long .
Really ? Let me see .
And anything else ?
We'll also discuss the personnel plan for the second half of the year .
That's all ?
Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them .
OK .
Sure . Is there any extra care that I should take with your clothes ?
Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle .
How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ?
There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ?
It's really only a small load .
Do you mind washing my clothes ?
Not at all . It's no problem .
Thank you so much .
It's no trouble at all .
Oh , I see . Let me guess ... something sexy for the new bride on her first night of marriage ?
Basically . But I have no idea what to get ! She's American and kind of ...
Well-endowed ? Don't worry . I have some bras with bigger cup sizes in the back .
I had a pretty strict upbringing , and my parents taught at universities so they have extremely high expectations for me .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation ?
No , I didn ' t . I started working at a university in London but as time went by , I found I did not really like my job . I decided to explore other fields . Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge .
Do you like your current job ?
Yes , I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities . I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company .
Yes , in fact , my mom's house we have three , three pets . two dogs and a cat . My family actually raises dogs for helping blind people .
Wow , like how do they train the dogs ?
How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school .
Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ?
Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training .
Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ?
Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile .
Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ?
I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what .
Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ?
Well , I guess if you are Sigrid and Roy you can keep a tiger or lion . I guess all types of things don't they .
Don't give up so soon .
But I don't know what else I can do . I am willing to work hard . Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy .
Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from .
Tell that to my boss .
Do you know Abraham Lincoln ?
Yes .
He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States .
He was also assassinated because of his views .
He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit .
Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion .
That's the spirit . Never give up on your dream .
Done . Here is my paper .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the questionnaire and it lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
Are you new here ?
Yes .
Have you got small change ? They require exact fare .
Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ?
One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box .
I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ?
It runs every ten minutes . Oh , here comes the bus .
Yes . Right now it's the slack season so we will give you ten percent off .
What if I buy around ticket ? Can you offer me some more ?
Sure . you can get a further discount at 5 % .
No . They will tell you the same thing in a worse way .
Did you register yet ?
Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss .
What classes do you think are still open ?
Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology .
That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester .
I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full .
He does that ?
I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class .
That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help .
No problem , man .
Because she's not responsible enough .
Thanks a lot . I expect to see your name nominated pretty soon , too . You ' Ve been doing some great work !
Then it must be a naughty boy who did it .
I can take a break at lunch time , but it is only 30 minutes .
I see you sometimes work on weekends , too .
Yes , I really don't like it .
Maybe you have two choices . You could attend school during the day , or you could get a position that provides training .
The oval shape one ?
That's right .
I think it suits you well .
I agree , but I like wire frames .
How about this ? They're the same shape .
Not really .
This is the kitchen . Every - thing's new .
It's great !
I graduated from it in 2002 .
Yes , I had taken finance courses in a training school . Compound talents are needed in the society and I must study continually to keep abreast with the times .
Thank you very much .
Shall I write out again first ?
No , there ' s no need .
Can I print it ?
No , don ' t bother . It ' s all right as it is .
Let's walk around the lake first , shall we ?
Yes , that would be lovely .
Have you been here before ?
No , it's the first time I've been here .
I will take you to Li River after walking around here .
That's wonderful ! I have heard the scene of Li River is beautiful !
Yes , you'll be in a different world there .
But I often skip his classes , and he doesn't like me .
I hope you'll do better in the final .
I must , if I want to pass the course .
Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help .
That's OK with me .
Are there any good seats left ?
Sorry . There are only some seats in the back .
Well , what time does it begin ?
It begins at 7 p . m ..
OK . I see .
How many tickets do you want ?
Just two .
OK . Fifty yuan for each .
Here is the money .
Why don't you park in the parking structure for students ?
Where is the parking structure at ?
It's on the west side of the campus .
Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ?
It was empty last time I went up there .
How long ago was that ?
I went up there early this morning .
Do you think it'll be full now ?
It might be . You'll have to go see for yourself .
How long is that journey ?
14 hours .
Thank you .
Actually , there is a problem .
Like what ?
There are some stains that were left in the carpet .
Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in .
Oh , is that right ?
Yes . Now what other problems do you have ?
That was the only problem that I saw .
Well , I ' m glad that everything else is to your liking .
I honestly love it .
Because ... oh , all right . You win . Let ' s pay for them and go .
Hey , thanks , mum .
Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans .
Oh , that would be very useful .
Ok , I'll get one for you .
thank you , I'll wait here .
Here it is . It ' s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment .
Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ?
We make deliveries only for bulk buying .
Is it free of charge ?
No , but the charge is rather low .
Ok , thank you .
Cool ! I wish I could have been there !
Me , too . I miss you . Are you any better ?
Yes . But if I have any more soup , I think I'll die .
Come on . We are going to be late .
Ok , Ok . Toast and egg .
Milk ?
No .
Okay . You'll be travelling on Northwest Airlines , flight number 222 .
What time does it leave ?
It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 .
That is good .
You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ?
That's right .
Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C .
Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ?
Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three .
Fine , thank you very much .
One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ?
Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern .
All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight .
Thanks .
In reading you need to recognize language by seeing the words on the page and knowing what they are . In writing you have to produce language , you have to create your own words on a blank page .
Oh , now I see what you mean . When you ' re reading , you are just looking , but when you are writing , you are actually doing something !
A reading knowledge of a language is larger and different from a writing knowledge . Don ' t you think so ?
I think I see what you mean . I can read Shakespeare but I definitely can ' t write it .
Exactly .
So I have another question for you . What do you think is harder , speaking or understanding ?
They ' re both harder than reading or writing .
In what way ?
Because they are direct communication with another person , and there ' s a time limit . This time limit is the most serious problem for foreigners , even for those who know lots of English .
You are making me feel really discouraged .
I ' m not trying to discourage you . I ' m trying to help you . You have to live with these difficulties . Isn ' t it better to know about them ? The more you know about what you have to face , the better you ' ll do . I promise !
I'll take one , too .
What ' s the time ?
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Ok , here you are .
Thanks . How would you like them ?
It doesn't matter .
I love my candidate .
Why is that ?
My candidate is probably the most intelligent .
Is that right ?
I also agree with all his policies .
That ' s great !
I know he ' s going to be the next President .
Hopefully , he will be .
I can ' t wait to vote .
Thank you very much . Mr . George . As a newcomer , I understand that you have your consideration and I am satisfied with the raise .
I think you deserved this .
Thank you again . I'll keep doing my best .
Here ' s an interesting ad
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
Oh , without doubt . When is the next class ?
Tomorrow morning . Try it .
No problem .
Are you going to this class this morning ?
Of course , easy . No sweat .
You're no able to move after this class .
Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake .
You want to bet ?
Yeah , what't the bet ?
I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing .
I guess so . Even though I seem to be over the worst of it . I don't want to give the bug to anyone in the office .
Good idea .
Don't tell me you actually believe all that ? Don't be so gullible , they are just urban legends . They are just stories people make up to scare you .
Well , I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards ! Can you believe that ?
You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive !
Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster !
Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true , don't you think ?
Oh yeah , that's one of my favorite flicks . I think Jim Carry is one of the funniest comedians ever .
I agree . But even though I like comedies , I usually prefer more serious films . My favorite movie is " Titanic . "
Oh , yes . Arm , well , could you tell me your name , please ?
Oh , Candida Fawcett .
Oh , yes . Arm , well , what exactly is it that interests you about the job ?
Well , I just thought that it was right up my street you know .
Really , mmmm . Arm , well , could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself ?
Yes , arm , I'm 23 . I've been working abroad , I'm um ...
Where exactly have you been working , please ?
I see . But I'm busy now . How about tomorrow ?
That will be best . I'd like to have a good rest first .
And this is the schedule for Mrs . Watson . Eileen from our department will take care of her .
Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ?
All right . I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning .
It's very nice of you .
It is still a mystery to me .
I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music . It ' s certainly more sophisticated that modern dance music .
classical music is supposed to be good for you brain . Research suggest that it makes your brain more active . Students who listen to classical music while studying perform better .
really ? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often . I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress .
yes . That ' s why I listen to it in the evenings . I usually play it as background music while I ' m cooking or doing other housework .
I ' Ve got a few classical music CD ' s . I should follow your lead and increase my brain power .
you can find plenty of recording on the internet too . You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them .
that ' s a good idea . You should do the same with some music . You might find something you like . Classical music might make you clever , but dance might make you livelier and happier .
that ' s true . There ' s clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people . Music can influence a person ' s feeling and character .
Yeah , fortunately it did not cause a disaster .
Ok , and anything to drink ? Maybe some jasmine tea ?
Oh , yes that would be nice .
And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef .
Actually , I ' m vegetarian so I ' d like to have the bean curd .
Oh , that ' s a good choice . Very healthy too .
I think you need to get a brain surgery . Honestly speaking , you look charming .
I know what you mean . I just want to make myself more attractive .
You are fine the way you are . Besides , plastic surgery hurts .
Really ?
Sure it is . So you'd better get rid of this idea .
Maybe it is . But it ' s out of fashion .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Maybe you're right . But I'm still worried .
You can take a No . 12 bus here and then transfer to a No . 23 bus to get there .
Unfortunately not . If I can ' t find anything in that field , then I could also work in the marketing field .
That ' s a good idea . You have plenty of experience in marketing , don ' t you ?
Yes .
By the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
Really ? What is it ?
It is a job at an advertisement company .
Do you think they'd hire me ?
Anyway , it is worth trying .
How long will it take ?
Your room will be ready in half an hour .
Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower .
Of course , sir . Have a good day .
Don't worry about that . He said I can do that at spare time . Anyway , it's just a part-time job .
Okay , then . What kind of newspaper he wants you to sell ?
It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday .
Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers .
That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences .
And a good way to get some pocket money .
Let's do it together .
I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card .
For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ?
Yes , but I don't want my Mom to tap my phone when I call Clive .
Now far . About 150 meters perhaps .
Ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
Then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
Ok . Where do I go then ?
You ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
God it . Thans very much .
In gymnastics . I'm pretty flexible . Look ! I can even touch my toes !
Can you do the vault ?
I do back flips at the pool all the time .
in most cities in China , doggie bags are quite uncommon .
what happen to all the leftover food ?
it usually goes to the dump .
that seems like an awful waste ! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal ?
ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China . You know , in the past , people could not afford to eat out like they can today .
I guess that makes sense . I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home .
well , if you want , you can take the leftovers home .
no , that's OK . You know what they say when in Rome ...
I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet . I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them .
many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet , but my parents grew up eating them , so I think they are OK .
did you like them ? You could take the last one home with you .
that's OK . I'll try anything once , but sometimes , once is enough !
Moon cakes ? What is that ?
The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon . That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony .
Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people .
All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style .
What's the difference between these two styles ?
The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts .
Get me some of each .
OK , here you are .
yes , that was the first thing we did . We went all the way to the top . There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there .
what else did you see ?
art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say .
you must have had a great time .
yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening .
yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you .
on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems .
that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful .
you'll have to try for yourself some day .
If you want some changes , just tell me .
800 Yuan a month .
Could I have a look at it , please ?
Sorry , but I'm on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
You're right . He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him .
You must be joking . You can't fall in love with someone you've never met !
I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online .
I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious .
Well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him .
Did you tell him ?
Yes . He said I'm his dream girl .
You shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie .
I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice .
I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends , and then the right person will come along .
More and more people like it now . fewer people play table tennis than before . Many people like swimming , because it is fun and keeps you fit .
In my country , many people enjoy golf , but it is too expensive for some people . A few people like extreme sports , but I think the vast majority of people are afraid to try them .
Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf .
I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played .
A great deal of people follow rugby in my country .
There are plenty of rugby fans in my country too .
Look , traffic jam again !
Sure . Let me show you the way . Here we are . Apartment 1008 . ( They enter . ) This is the living room dining room combination . Here's the kitchen . It's small , but fully equipped . The refrigerator is new , and the stove and the microwave oven are less than a year old .
It's nice . So this is the bathroom . And that must be the bedroom .
Yes . And there's a walk-in closet .
Is there air conditioning ?
Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room .
What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ?
It's 600 yuan per month . The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease .
I like the apartment , Mr . Sellers . You can show me the lease .
That ' s no problem .
Do you have any other questions ?
Well , what kind of salary do you provide ?
Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company .
I see .
Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job .
Sounds fine .
That ' s right . I ' ll be in the baggage area .
Of course not . Sometimes a poor man can be extremely miserable .
Since we're late , let's go to see a film .
OK . Hurry up .
It's hard to say , because the branches are located in diversity different countries , cultural and social influences will definitely play a part in the success of the product in the various markets .
For example ?
For instance , some products that do very well in Tokyo branch are a flop in Malaysia . We ' re talking about different people with different lifestyles and different needs . Each of the branches takes these types of things into consideration when they compile their reports and their marketing plans .
It's very good , and the result isn't too bad .
Really ?
Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ?
OK , it's no problem .
( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken .
OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest .
Ha , I know you are great secretary .
Thanks your flatter .
So long !
All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ' s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole !
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
For one week .
What is the purpose for your visit ?
For sightseeing .
Where are you going to stay ?
At the Hilton hotel .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
What is in it ?
It only has 4 beds and 4 writing desks , but it is spacious and bright .
Do you get along with your roommates ?
Of course . They are very friendly .
Which floor are you on ?
We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony .
Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout .
Yes , that's a good idea .
Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room .
Let's give them a hand .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take bus 301 which will let you right off in front of the zoo .
Maybe that's what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Very seldom , because tea has tannin which may be harmful to one's health .
But if the tea is good and well prepared , it will do much good .
What good is it for ?
Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired .
That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long .
Why is it so ?
Because if you drink a kind of tea which has been prepared for some time before , it will do you harm .
Great ! I want a three piece suit , preferably made from Italian cashmere or wool .
Very well sir . Would you like to have some shirts made also ?
Sure . I ' ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties .
Very good . Now , if you will accompany me , we can take your measurements and choose the patterns for your suit and shirts .
May I try it on ?
Of course , please .
Can you give me a better deal ?
Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price .
Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it .
Well , two hundred yuan .
No , this is my final offer .
OK , I'll wrap it for you .
Well , we still have about 15 minutes .
What time did you say the train is leaving ?
12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus .
Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ?
Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time .
( still on the bus . ) What time is it ?
It is a quarter to twelve .
Oh dear , we will miss our train .
Oh yeah ? Tell me then , smarty pants , how will you go about setting up your garden ?
Well , first I need to buy some things , such as fertilizer , seeds and tools .
What type of tools ?
You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe .
Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ' s next ?
I ' ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ' ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done !
Well , good luck with your garden , especially considering we are in the dry season and it won ' t rain for the next three months !
How time flies ! I'll not see twenty again .
not really . I thought I'd just have a look today .
would you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in ?
sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first .
ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ?
it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ?
it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes .
can you also take still photos with this ?
yes , that is an option .
how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ?
yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark .
that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ?
It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera .
how does that compare with other models ?
there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one .
I guess you can't have everything , can you ?
That's a good idea . Can you help me to get some ?
Certainly , sir . What kind of flowers would you like ?
A basket of lilies .
You need fruit and lilies . Am I right ?
Right . Here is five hundred yuan in advance . Is it enough ?
I think it's quite enough . I'II have them bought for you as soon as possible .
Great ! Thank you very much .
I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening . Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
For sure ! I mean we ' Ve learned how to apply pressure to stop bleeding , how to check for a pulse , and even how to apply CPR !
Have you treated any real emergencies ?
Well , they took us along with some paramedics . There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense !
I can imagine ! I tend to faint when I see blood , so I think I won ' t be taking up a course like that anytime soon !
I have told you that I don ' t need them any more . The thing that really annoys me is that you played dumb with me .
Yes , I am , but I think it ' s time for some plastic surgery I ' m tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin . See ?
I don ' t see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You are 25 , stop being ridiculous . Besides , I think that people who get Boto , have facelifts , or tummy tucks look weird . It doesn ' t look natural .
Whatever , I think I ' m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ' t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing .
I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive .
You don ' t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts !
Really ?
Yeah ! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week !
Yes . He ' s so energetic . We take him out to the park every morning and evening . I think he ' d be happy to stay there all day !
I ' m sure he would . We usually have to drag him home .
Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ?
She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ' s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse .
Have you ever thought about having another pet ?
The kids want a rabbit . I don ' t think it would be a good idea to get a mouse or a fish ! That might be too tempting for our cat !
You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris . The service and food are world-class .
I wanted to go out somewhere , not stay here . Do you know of another good restaurant ?
You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz .
I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ?
At once , sir . You'll love this place , I assure you .
Please hop in .
Is it a long run to the station ?
It ' ll take about 20 minutes .
The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ?
Yes , they are .
Is it the rush hour now ?
Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ?
No , I ' m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ?
Yes , sir .
It might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves , but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening .
Like what ?
Well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
What else can we do to protect the environment ?
If you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
How about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
Yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
What do you think the biggest worry for our future is ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before !
To be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Like renewing my passport , going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I ' m gone .
You are not going to give it up , are you ?
No way . I ' ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ' t like the idea of paying three months ' rent on an empty apartment , either .
I don ' t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it .
Yes , but whom to ?
Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August .
That ' s exactly when I ' ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees .
Tell you what , I ' ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ' ll mention it to him then .
Well , thanks , Bill . Let me know what happens . That extra money will really come in handy .
Is there any special care I should take with your clothes ?
The only thing is that they have to be washed on the gentle cycle .
Are there a lot of clothes ?
There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ?
It's a medium load .
You don't mind , do you ?
No big deal . I'll do it for you .
Okay , thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
At 7 am . It takes about one hour to get to the airport . So it'll be right for your timing .
OK , thank you . By the way , what can I do if I want to put off my flight ?
Your tickets are valid for one year . If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines .
OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ?
In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge .
That's reasonable . OK , thank you very much .
But it's Sunday , isn't it ?
I'm going to Nanchang .
Where did you begin your journey ?
At Huangshan .
OK . Here you are .
And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ?
We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning .
Thanks .
I need to cancel a check .
What ' s wrong with the check ?
I accidentally wrote the check for too much .
How much did you write the check for ?
The check was written for $ 150 .
How much were you supposed to write it for ?
I needed to write it for $ 100 .
I can cancel it for you right now .
Thank you so much .
Let's go on the computer to see what's up . Do you think you are doing well ?
I am pretty sure that I am in trouble .
I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ?
I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis .
Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ?
I'll try ; it's hard !
Thanks for stopping by !
That's too bad .
Then my son drove into a tree
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
Really ? Well , what time does it start ?
It starts at 8
Well , who all is going to be there ?
Everyone from school .
How do you know it's going to be so fun ?
This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks .
Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun .
So am I going to see you at the party ?
Yeah , I will be there .
I'd like to speak to Mr Robert Smith .
He is on the line .
I don't know really . What's the fashional color this year ?
Red is very popular .
Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ?
Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ?
Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen .
Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens .
I quite like this one . How much is it ?
It's $ 180 .
Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ?
These are our cheapest coats , madam .
Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 .
Here's your change .
Thank you .
So will I . Thank you .
All right . I'm afraid this green dress is too small for me as well . It's smaller than the blue one . I don't like the colour either . It doesn't suit me at all . I think the blue dress is prettier . Co
I'm afraid I haven't got a larger dress . This is the largest dress in the shop .
At what time ?
My last appointment is at 3 , so I should be free by 5 at the very latest . I think I could get to the airport by 6 .
Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ?
No , not really .
So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ?
No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour .
Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly .
You are a pessimist .
I am a realist .
I am flattered .
It is real word .
Thank you very much .
How about this one ?
Mmm , I like it . How much is it ?
Seventy US dollars .
Here is the money . Could you deliver this to my house ?
Of course . We are always at your service .
Here is my name card . Thanks .
You are welcome .
And how much is this pencil ?
One Yuan .
Here's fifteen Yuan .
And here's your change . Please check if it is correct .
OK , that's right .
Welcome to come again .
OK .
Yes . You can take No . 846 from here , but you have to get off at Nanchengmen stop and change to No . 106 .
That ' s a little troublesome .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take No . 105 which will let you right off in front of the zoo gate .
Maybe that ' s what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza , fries , burgers and hot dogs ! You have to start eating better !
What are you talking about ? I have salads some times .
Yeah right ! I ' m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ' s really not healthy !
Fine ! I ' ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ?
It ' s a start , but I ' ll be happy when I see you stick to your promise !
You are right . In China , ' round ' is an auspicious word . The moon cakes are in round shape .
Is it official ?
It was not in the past . But from 2008 , we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival .
But why were you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn't it ?
Yes , but there's a rush on at the moment , and my boss asked me to do some urgent letters .
But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry .
Well , you're here . And that's the main thing .
Not a problem . We'll call you tomorrow morning at 7 , and again at 7 fifteen .
On second thought , you'd better make that second call at 7 thirty instead of 7 fifteen .
Said , and done . Will there be anything else ?
No , that gets it for now , thank you .
Well , give us a call if there's anything more we can help you with .
That's right . We've been dating since last September .
Professor Wang was hurt in a traffic accident .
That ' s too bad . How are things now ?
His life is hanging by a thread , and he is under an emergency treatment .
Well , I didn ' t want to pay more than $ 900 a month .
$ 900 a month ? We don ' t often have apartment as inexpensive as that . We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today , on Eleventh Avenue . It ' s near the municipal buildings .
Is it furnished ?
No , it ' s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ' s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ' t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ...
No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison .
Ok , we would do as your requirement . And we ' ll contact with you later !
Sir , the restaurant you seek is right here . This hotel has a three-star restaurant .
Well , I sort of suggested that we would go out on the town . Do you have another suggestion ?
Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz .
Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ?
Right away , sir . She will be impressed with your local knowledge .
Would you like to pay in cash or by card ?
Cash , please .
Nice to meet you guys .
Over there are Stacy and Rebecca . We're all on the school's tennis team .
Who's that guy who's handing out beer to everyone ?
That's my boyfriend Matt . Isn't he cute ?
He sure is !
Come on . I'll introduce you two .
Do you think I'll need a cotton coat ?
Not for now , I think , But I believe there'll be rain , so take your raincoat with you .
What size house would you like ?
We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms .
Are you interested in being in a particular school district ?
Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District .
Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ?
I would love to have a home with a view .
Fine , I will begin a search for the perfect home for you . I will call you in a few days .
That's long leave . How's your project coming along ?
The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on .
Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave .
Thank you , Mr . Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr . Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients .
Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed .
I will . Many thanks , Mr . Black .
I ' m planning on living with my parents . Won ' t you ?
I couldn ' t even if I wanted to . My parents told me that if I went home , then ' d have to find my own place .
You mean they ' re kicking you out ?
Not really , they just don ' t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out .
Well , it ' s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ' s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so .
My parents just didn ' t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ' s important that I should learn how to live on my own .
I know I need to learn that myself , but I just don ' t have the money for it at the moment . Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place .
Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now ?
I am getting ready to take my GRE .
Have you been able to sleep regular hours ?
It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache .
Has anything hit you in the head lately ?
I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago .
Let ' s have you come back in a few days and see how you feel .
Yes , that's right . But I'm having a holiday here .
I am serious . Every morning I set my watch by the radio , but it still loses ten minutes .
You know what you can do ?
Throw it away and buy a new one .
No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day .
So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ?
Yes , that's what I am doing .
Why bother ? Just buy a new watch . It doesn't cost much . Besides , I just can ' t put up with this thing any more .
Wait . We have to return to our homeroom and wait to be dismissed .
Is that right ?
Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here .
So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon .
Yeah . I'm going to my locker to get my jacket . Catch you later .
Thank you for coming . I'm glad you liked it .
I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired .
It sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
Yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
Have you been drinking plenty of water ?
No , just soda .
Ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
That seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
Is anyone else sick in your home ?
No , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The nurse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us by this afternoon .
Thanks .
You said it .
This city is really comfortable to live in .
It sure is .
No other city can match it . It's heaven .
Well , if you live in other cities as long as enough , you will love them just as much .
Maybe .
That's for sure .
You should . Many Guiliners , especially the old and the young , will climb mountains here in the coming .
No wonder people say , Even the immortals would rather be Guiliners .
... Quick ! Pass me your binoculars . Look at that bird ... I've never seen one of those before . It's indigenous to Guiling , and an endangered species too . This is lucky .
I didn't know you liked bird watching .
I don't really . I just like wildlife , and you don't get to see too much of it in the city . This place is full of it .
Ok . I ' ll let her know as soon as possible .
Thanks a lot . Bye .
150 ? No , I'm not really interested in this place . It isn't big enough . It isn't near enough to my office .
That's too bad .
Then my son drove into a tree .
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
Do you want me to have him give you a call ?
No , but what time do you expect him back ?
He should be back in about forty minutes .
I just checked the oil myself , but you can check the tires .
( The attendants fill the tank , clean the windscreen , and add some air to the tires . ) All right , sir , that'll be $ 26 . 50 .
I'll charge it . Here's my card .
Hard-boiled , please .
And your toast , light or dark ?
Dark , please .
Now or later ?
Later will do .
Will there be anything else ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow .
That's right .
Just a moment , please .
So they're easy to remember .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
Maybe it is the most difficult period of my family have experienced .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
Have you checked the connections on your computer ?
What connections ?
There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet .
Will the cords keep it from turning on ?
It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected .
I didn't think of that .
Try it and see if it works .
I think that I will , thanks .
It should work , but let me know if it doesn't .
No way . I will be scared out of my wits .
Well , What kind of movies do you like ?
Er , let me see . Romance , comedy , documentary , action , science fiction , cartoon and so on .
In a word , you like all the movies except for the horror movies .
Yeah , It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also like romance and comedy movies very much .
The Terminal is a movie of this type .
So we can relax now .
Yeah , I could hardly wait to see it .
It doesn ' t seem like this library has it .
Have you checked the computer ?
I have already .
What did it say ?
It says the book is on the shelf , but I didn ' t find it there .
I can always borrow the book from another library .
You can do that ?
I ' ll make the call and contact you when it gets in .
That ' s fantastic . Thank you .
Very well . Why do you want to disconnect your phone , sir ?
I ' m moving to a new home .
O . K . May I have your name please ?
John Smith .
Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ' s your telephone number ?
555-7658
Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ?
623 West Side Drive . New York , New York .
Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day .
Thank you , you too .
I recommend you this route . We call it golden routes for the sightseeing spots .
Well , will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour ?
Of course , we will , sir .
Very good , What's on ?
I'm not sure . Let me give a call to find out .
I don't know . The produce person can tell you , though .
Please have him call me at my office . He knows the number .
Of course .
OK . Wait a minute .
Look at the snow , it's so beautiful .
Yes . It's really snowing .
I love winter , I love snow .
But don't you think it's a little too cold ?
But I like cold more than hot .
You are so interesting .
When you get your next Continued Claim Form , you should just write down where you worked and note that you no longer need unemployment .
If I take a short job and then get laid off , will I be starting over trying to get unemployment ?
Just because you work for a week doesn ' t mean that you will be losing your benefits .
Nothing much . What about you ? Is everything going well ?
Not bad I guess . I just got back from Hawaii .
How was it ?
I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up .
Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour .
Ok , I won't keep you then .
Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye !
Yes , stay in touch . Bye !
Give me your email , would you ?
Sure ! It's txyb@gmail . com .
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
On the rocks , please .
I'm in Room 215 .
And do you know which room the noise is coming from ?
I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs .
Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable .
OK , thanks . I really appreciate it .
Oh , the car is old but still in good condition . I just think we should be thrifty , whether you are rich or not .
But ... But ...
But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue .
Maybe you are right .
I'm sorry to say that this room service charge is yours .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidence ?
No , we got no receipt , but we paid on the spot .
Well , just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough , you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective . Don ' t be afraid of taking challenging . They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal . You learn more from that actually . Sometimes , you need to fail to be successful .
How do you think if I volunteer for some work ?
I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives .
Oh , breaktime flies .
come on , baby . It ' s time now .
Mam , another minute , could I ?
Hurry up , little boy .
The author was a famous writer , and he was also a politician . He was born in 1911 and died in 1985 .
Very good . Sit down , please . Susan , what's the general idea of the text ?
Can I answer it in Chinese ?
No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English .
Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ...
Excellent . Class is over . Let's have a break .
Good idea .
Who will sing in the show ?
A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ...
Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs !
Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself .
Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile .
She is a real star . Not a onetime thing .
But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing !
Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things .
You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her .
Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ?
Here is the programme . Check it out yourself !
OK .
By air . So my gift should be quite light . What can you suggest ?
How about this wallet ? It's made of fine leather .
My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual .
This gift is the best for a man who has everything .
Oh , a nice handkerchief . That's a great idea . I'll take it .
Yeah , she is some kind of Superwoman , isn't she ?
Failure just isn't an option for her . I'm glad she's on our team .
Really .
And not expensive either .
Oh , I don ' t care about that .
Everybody is buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they ' re very fashionable , you see .
I ' m afraid I ' m not interested in fashion .
I see .
But thank you very much all the same .
Sorry , I couldn ' t help you .
Was everything satisfactory ?
Yes . I enjoy my stay here .
You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 .
Here is the money .
My name is Zu Ping . In fact , I have a reservation on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . tomorrow . Now I'd like to make a change of my travel schedule . Is it possible to change my booking to the day after tomorrow ?
Certainly .
Do you have a seat available on the same flight the day after tomorrow ?
Yes . You are reconfirmed on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . on January 15th .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Certainly .
Who were you talking to ?
Um -- I was just thinking aloud .
You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes .
Come off it , Mary .
Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes !
You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ?
Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him .
I guess I asked the wrong person .
That is no problem at all , of course . You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen .
Then again , I think 7 fifteen is too early . Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty , please .
So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty . Do you have any other requests ?
Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring .
Okay , sir . Sleep well .
After all , I'm somewhat conservative .
No , you don't . It is free of charge .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Yes , certainly . Would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you do me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure . I'll be back in a minute .
Son , firecrackers aren ' t toys . they ' re dangerous !
No , fireworks are awesome !
Whoa , don ' t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ?
I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ' s all .
Ahahah ... really ?
Oh , and I can ' t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ?
Hey , I offered last year ...
Well , I ... anyways , I was just thinking of the red envelopes . I wanna make a list of all the things I ' m gonna buy with my red envelope money ! I can ' t wait ! I ' m gonna have so much money ! Mom , can I get a pen and a piece of paper ? I want a new transformer , no , two transformers ... the Optimums Prime , and ... maybe the wheeljack ? I ' ll get a PSP game , ahahah , and I ' ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald ' s ...
Thank you . Now if you'll just give me a credit card .
Here's my VISA .
Thank you .
Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ' am .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the TV then ?
Turn on the TV , for what ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ?
I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate it .
It has fresh air , and it is nicer than a big town .
I disagree , a big town is more lively .
But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill !
Well , alright , I agree with you about that , but I still prefer a big town .
It has a built-in camera unit that takes digital color stills . It also plays MP3 files , which I can save on media cards and then transfer to the hard drive of my computer .
Wow ! Anything else ?
This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen .
What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ?
Just plug in a peripheral CD or floppy drive and you're ready to go !
And Mr . Green will make another appointment when Mr . Wang comes back .
Ok ! Thanks for calling .
Bye !
Bye !
I will probably just use it for online shopping . At the moment , I have to meet the seller in person and pay cash , if it's a local seller .
This will fix all of that for you . If you use our online payment service , the money will come straight out of your account and go directly into the seller's account , in a secure way .
Roger Vargas is up at bat . The pitcher winds up and strike one !
A very nice curve ball by the pitcher . The catcher gives him the sign , he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive !
The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ' s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ' s safe !
Great play !
We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ' s the pitch , he hits it ! It ' s going , going , that ball is gone !
Home run by Okapi ! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium !
I am very sorry to hear that you ' Ve been having so many problems .
Sorry isn ' t good enough ! What can you do to help me ?
I understand why you ' re angry , Mrs . Wilson , and believe me , we are doing everything in our power to work this out .
Well , obviously , what you ' re doing is not good enough !
If you could just give us a few more days , we should be able to get this straightened out .
She is a young man !
Don't worry about that . We have experience .
Here you are .
What ' s good today ?
I recommend crisp beef and fried duck .
We don ' t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips .
Do you want any dissert ?
no dissert , thanks , just coffee . can I have the check please ?
Fine ! By the way would you mind not slurping your coffee every time you have a cup !
I don ' t slurp my coffee . And plus , how can you hear it when you ' re shouting into your phone all the time ?
You ' Ve got to be kidding me ! You ' re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ?
Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ' s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ' s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ' m willing to forgive and forget and if you are .
Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down .
Yeah , I ' ll try to do the same . So , I was wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday night ?
I know one . Let's go .
I'm going to work with my father at the store . In the evening , I'll read books . On weekends , I'll go to the beach with my family .
Have you ever worked ?
No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ?
I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers .
I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ?
We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night . We sing or tell stories .
That sounds wonderful .
It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ?
I think he's going to the mountains with his parents .
Well , so long , Mary . Have fun .
You too , Peter . Give my regards to John . I'll see you in September .
Have they set a date for the wedding ?
No , not yet . But Susan says they ' d like to get married in November or December . Then they ' ll go to Hawaii for their honeymoon .
I don't have to worry about rent . I live right here .
What ? In your cubicle ?
Right here . Me and my PC . Home sweet home .
Sounds great .
The coffee , books , music and sunshine are just beautiful there .
How nice .
I may take you there some day .
Good .
Well , the echo and the stereo system helped a lot . And i know that song very well , so , i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well .
You're too modest . Pass me the catalogue ! I'd like to see which song to choose . Wow , this place has a large selection of songs . I dont know which to choose !
Pick the one that you always sing in the shower .
Funny . Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers .
Read me the index number !
1021 . It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along !
No . I need a rest !
Of course , I have . There is one in my old house . And I have another one from college at my parents ' house .
That's good . You can put one in this room and put the other one in that room .
Yeah , it is a good idea . You can stay in my house for the night if you would like to .
Yeah . By the way , can I take a shower ?
Sure , but I don't have hot water , yet .
Really ?
No , they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on . My phone should be working then , too .
Well , do you want to go outside for dinner ?
Yeah , I can't cook anything until tomorrow , anyway . Let's go to the restaurant nearby . It's my treat .
OK . Let's go .
I have been there . It is in the middle of the mountains . It is not noisy there and you have to be a vegetarian .
Do you want to climb the mountain with us ?
Does it have enough lodging ?
No problem . The temple is quite large .
There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees .
I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ?
Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' .
Anything else I should bring ?
If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you .
Needless to say .
Cash or charge ?
I'll charge it .
Sign here , please .
There you go .
Good-bye , and thank you for shopping here .
my immediate family is very large . It's my mother , my father , my two older brothers , my younger sister and me .
I have a small family . They are my parents , my younger brother and me .
I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ?
yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children .
interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ?
the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da
do you get along well with each other ?
yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot .
you are very lucky to have such a nice family .
thank you .
he is tall and slim , fair-haired .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ?
he didn't say , but he said he would call me .
maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much !
oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ?
come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry .
thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging .
that's what friends are for .
Sure , I'll take mine , sunny side up .
Www , I don ' t know how you can eat your eggs like that ! Ever since I was small , I ' Ve had eggs and soldiers .
You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy !
You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ?
You ' re so picky sometimes .
Here you go , honey , fried eggs .
I said sunny side up ! How many times do I have to tell you .
So what ? His father is in prison , not he .
What is important to me is the job and the people who I will be working with , so regarding salary , I leave it to you and I am sure that you will make me a fair offer .
I can offer you 5 , 000 yuan per month . Raises are given after three months ' probation period according to your performance . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it .
Any question about the work ?
To whom should I report ?
The general manager of your section .
What are the benefits ?
We'll offer that on holidays .
I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ?
Yes , we have inspection abroad .
Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent .
Okay .
Getting cheaper is not the only reason for their popularity . They come with a lot of inviting functions .
Such as ?
They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode .
They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand .
Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital .
What does this mean ?
This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer .
I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing .
Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects .
What special effects ?
Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves .
That's great !
With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners .
So everybody's getting video mail .
Oh , that's a nice one of all of you together . Do you have the negative ? May I have a copy ?
Surely , I'll have one made for you . You want a print ?
No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector .
I'd like to see that myself .
Have a wallet size print made for me , too .
Certainly .
Yes , your number is out of service .
Really ? I didn't know . Let me check . You're right .
So I couldn't get through .
It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ?
Well , the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service .
Great . Do you have a few minutes right now for me to tell you a little bit more about the data management tools our company has to offer ? It won't take long .
Actually , I'm really swamped right now and I'll be going into a meeting in a few minutes . Is there any literature you can send me ?
Oh , sure , I understand . I'd be happy to send you a promotional packet about the programs that I think might best suit a company of your size . Would it be okay if I called again to see if you have any questions ?
Let's do this . Since I'm not sure when I'll get a chance to read the material , why don't I give you a call if I have any questions . Now , I'm really sorry , but I have to get going to this meeting .
No problem at all . I won't keep you any longer . I'll put a package to you in the mail and we'll go from there .
Sounds good .
Thanks for your time .
No problem . Bye , bye .
A couple of days ago . I just go back from the funeral .
Is there anything I can do ?
No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time .
I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ?
Yeah . She died in her sleep .
I'm sorry she's gone .
At least she didn't suffer .
I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together .
I know . But I miss her .
When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said .
Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks .
It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat .
You're right ... I should eat something . Let's go .
Good . We're tired after driving all day , and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room .
This room has two double beds . It's number 56 at the rear of the motel . It's quite a comfortable room .
How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning .
It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ?
No , it's just the two of us .
Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ?
Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips .
Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room . Check - out time is noon .
Thank you very much .
Thank you , sir . Enjoy your stay with us .
No . They are not only ornamental , but also useful .
No wonder it's so expensive .
They don ' t now , but most of them did originally . There ' s picture of the pentagon in the United States . It ' s very distinctive with its five sides .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape .
Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ?
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
$ 20 a dozen .
That sounds good . Last year I paid $ 30 .
Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today .
Give me a dozen .
Very good . Would you like anything else ?
No , I'll just give her the roses and a card .
She should be very pleased with these roses .
Sounds like fun . You can count me in ! Just give me directions to the restaurant .
15 people .
Wow . That is a very big family . Do you all live together ?
Of course we do ! My father's parents , Mum , Dad , three unmarried aunts , two uncles , my two brothers , my three sisters and me .
But you don't live at home anymore .
Right , but that's where my heart is . But you're right , now there are only 14 living at home .
My goodness ! Your family must live in a huge house .
Yes . My family lives in rural Korea , near Pusan . We have a huge house . The first floor of the house is a part-time private school . In the afternoon , students come for special tutoring in biology , Englis
Wow ! you grew up in a school ! No wonder your English is excellent !
My aunts and uncles are all teachers .
You are so lucky !
I guess so . While growing up , I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year .
That's what i did in America . I was reading all the time . I was never a big TV watcher . TV wastes time .
I agree . Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English . All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English .
800 books ? I'm impressed !
My aunts studied in the American universities . They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English . That ' s what they learn here in America .
It looks nice . How much is it ?
They're three hundred dollars .
Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ?
OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here .
OK , I'll take it . Here's the money .
Thank you very much .
I want to change my wake-up time .
Ok , could you tell me your room number and your name ?
Tim , in Room 1021 .
And when would you want us call you this time ?
At six thirty AM tomorrow .
Ok , six thirty AM . We will call you exactly on that time .
You like it , but it's getting to be a handicap for you .
Hey , that's enough about my hair .
I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too .
I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute .
Did I mention she's good at cutting hair too ?
OK .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
Yes , it is .
It's no trouble at all . I'll carry this suitcase for you .
She looked a little rough around the edges but had great skills .
All right , and what about the older gentle ?
He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified .
Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job .
Why don't you go over the resumes again ? They might help you decide who to hire .
Have you noticed what has changed ?
Oh , you look quite slender and more vivacious . What have you been taking ? Are you on a diet ?
Yes . I ' m on a diet , but I ' Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ' Ve lost twelve pounds .
Wow ! That ' s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ' s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break .
What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ' m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday .
Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ' s not hard . I can do that .
Sure . Join my class next week .
You can go online to begin the application process .
What type of information will I have to provide to the Employment Development Office ?
You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when .
Will they need anything else from me ?
You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance .
What should I do after I turn in the application ?
You need to be interviewed over the phone . They will set up a time for you .
Aren't there any trains before 10 thirty ?
Sorry , not before 10 thirty .
Then one to New York at 10 thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
$ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
How about Mac Donald's ?
How much do I owe you ?
The total is 87 dollars . Here is the bill .
Really ? You worked here for just half an hour . I consider the price very high .
That's quite convenient . Well , would you please buy me some ? I am so busy . My room number is 304 .
Certainly .
I don ' t see why not .
And may I take Friday off ?
Go ahead . It ' s OK with me .
One more thing . Would you give me a ten-dollar raise ?
No .
Maybe , but I think people usually learn English more quickly than Chinese .
Yes , I guess basic speaking in the English is easier .
Maybe that ' s why your English is much better than my Chinese .
It looks new .
Yes . We just renovated a few month ago .
I like it .
Here ' s the master bedroom .
Wow , it ' s nice . What did you say about the rent ?
$ 900 a month .
Does that include utilities ?
Yes . It includes electricity , water , gas and cable , but the telephone is extra .
When will it be available ?
The end of this month .
I like it a lot but I need to talk with my wife . Can you hold it for me for two days ?
Sure .
Thank you very much . I will let you know as soon as possible .
Well , you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry . Come on , Fred , We're wasting time .
Just a minute you two . I don't think you're telling me the truth . This isn't poorhouse , is it ?
No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while .
Is he at home ?
I'm afraid not . He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment .
I did .
Wow !
It was no big deal .
What do your parents think of your dating a boy ?
They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend .
They're glad ? !
Will you have it strong or weak ?
I prefer strong .
I ' ll get to work on it right away . Anything else ?
Cool !
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say " Check Mate " and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
Yes , I believe they are . Here are something that might interest you .
Wow . this is nice . I'll take this one . I guess if she doesn't like it she can return it , right ?
Sure . Let me ring this up for you at the register . If you would like , this can be gift-wrapped for free . Just take it to the customer service department .
Were there any animals in the forest ?
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
I know . I know !
Do you think you can finish it on time ?
Don ' t worry . I ' ll get it done very soon . I ' m almost finished .
You ' d better hurry !
Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me .
Sorry !
My name is Jim Jones . Are you coming for the interview ?
Yes , I am .
that Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions . Do you want to go there ?
I'm not really in the mood for Italian , actually . I was thinking of something a bit spicy .
if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ?
I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy .
you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us .
the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food .
the Taj it is then .
shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ?
they'll still charge us a corkage fee .
that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway .
don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight .
are you sure ? We could go Dutch .
no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time .
I won't argue with that ! Let's go !
Oh ! I'm sorry , but I wish you could stay .
Thank you for a very enjoyable evening and your hospitality .
Don't mention it . You can come whenever You are free .
You must be joking !
Football . It's a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Inches very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Oh , I see . I'll have to sink about it .
Sink ?
Oops . I meant , " think "
Mary , you're going to have to work on your pronunciation .
I know .
But give yourself some time . You just got here .
$ 30 . 00 a week .
Do you think I could have a look at it , please .
I ' m on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
I wouldn ' t mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice , but it would get tedious after a while . Imagine the things the gossip columnists would write about you .
No-one really believes gossip columnists .
I think you ' ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ' d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it
I think you ' re right about that . I ' d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people .
That ' s a great idea . Which charities would you support ?
I love children , as you know , so probably a children ' s charity .
You ' d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ' d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ' d be the first to buy your posters and I ' d attend your first book -
Thanks , but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography .
Where do I sign ?
Right here . And write your address . You'll get the card in the mail within a week .
OK .
I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear .
Well , the teddy bear is for me !
Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges . There are no refunds on sale items .
We should take the red line . Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine .
How much money should I insert in the slot ?
5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor .
I see .
It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there .
It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people .
Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes .
If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour .
Anyway , we are arriving at Danshui soon . I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset .
I wear size 32 . This one looks nice . Where may I try it on ?
Come this way . Here's the dressing room .
How does it look ?
It looks nice . And it's not expensive .
How much is it ?
It's only $ 20 .
I'll take it .
Thanks for your understanding .
You're welcome . Happy couples need mutual understanding .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
It doesn't cost me as much to wash here .
I've just started doing my clothes here .
Why are you washing your clothes here now ?
My washing machine broke down .
You should just pay someone to fix it .
It's too expensive to get it fixed .
So you're just going to wash here ?
Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do .
It costs less to wash here .
No , the Chinese company has that all worked out . With the paperwork you receive with the shipment , you should be good to go .
$ 200 for double .
Is there any chance of a lower price ?
I am afraid not . Right now it's the tour season .
Good-bye , sir
Well , the salary is a little low , but the students are nice . How are things with you ?
Not bad . You know I'm an air traffic controller now .
Now that's an exciting job ! ! !
Yes , but it's very stressful .
Oh , yeah ! I had a blast ! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad . Sorry , I ' m just not into this health kick .
Oh , no , get off it . It wasn ' t such a killer class . You just have to get into it . Like they say , no pain , no gain .
I am wiped out . Thank you .
Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ' re gonna come back again with me , aren ' t you ?
Never ! But thank you for inviting me .
Come on . You ' ll feel better after we hit the showers .
Well , we drove through the valley on our way there in the morning . It was a magnificent sight !
Did you stop at the Fall for some pictures ?
Sure , we wouldn't miss that for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour .
You were lucky then .
Yeah , we spent the whole morning under the tall trees . We had our picnic there , too .
What did you do after that ?
We went for a swim in the sea . That was the biggest part of the day . Just look at my nice tan !
So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday .
Yes , you are right . And I was so tired out that I fell asleep on the way back . My muscles are still stiff from the swim yesterday .
I absolutely agree with you .
Thank you .
Please fasten your seat belt , miss .
Oops ! I forgot .
Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment .
I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment .
Allow me to give you a hand .
Would you mind opening it ?
Of course not .
Thanks for noticing .
What type of diet were you on ?
I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months .
That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ?
Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day .
That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ?
Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate .
That makes sense . I'm going to try that .
You don't need to lose weight .
I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of .
Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet .
Thanks for the advice .
No problem .
This material is a little more expensive , but is of much higher quality .
Yes . I can feel the difference in material . There ' s not much difference in price . Ok , I ' ll take the more expensive one .
Fine . I ' ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ' ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su
That ' s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ' t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ?
Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ?
I ' ll take three light blue ones , please .
Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ?
Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ' ll just try it on ... yes , that ' s fine . I ' ll take it . Here ' s my credit card .
Thank you very much , sir . I ' ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you .
Thank you very much . I ' ll see you the day after tomorrow .
How could have the heart to do that ? She needs warmth and help .
I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves . They only want it for their films .
No way ! They want publicity for themselves , so that they get invited to make more films , go to lots of cocktail parties , and even make albums ! They have such an easy life . They don ' t even pay for drinks when they go to a cocktail party .
Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ' s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to wear jeans and a t-shirt , but they can ' t because their managers force them to wear clothes they don ' t like .
I don ' t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ' re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored .
I think you should give them some credit . They ' re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves .
Come on ! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves .
That ' s just the short in the arm we need .
Some friends of my parents live out there , and they invited me there .
So , what did you do out there ? I mean besides bask in the sun , obviously .
I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ' t get through a whole game before I had to sit down .
Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ?
I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees .
It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that .
It looks like you could use it . Don ' t tell me you spent the weekend in the library again .
That sounds like fun . But where can I get clothes that old ?
Check out your mom's closet . I'll bet she still has something .
Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ?
That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ?
Don't tell me you have a record player !
To get a little exercise . I'm so out of shape .
Hey , I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week . It's great exercise and it's fun too . Why don't you come out and play with us ?
That sounds great . Give me a call next time you guys play .
Right , it was a chick flick , just like this one , so what's the difference ? Besides , this is the last week for the third movie in Destroyer series and I want to see that on a big screen . Action movies need to be seen in a theater on a big screen .
Oh , yeah , and I did promise to see it with you if we went to that movie last week . But you liked that movie , didn't you ?
Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap .
It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner . We went to an excellent restaurant .
That place doesn't have a single meat dish . Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much .
And I don't like meat that much . The only meat I eat is chicken .
But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences .
Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat .
Now you're talking , we can see that love story next time .
Come over and visit when you have time .
Thanks for the invitation . I will !
Come over here . I will test your eyes . First cover your left eye like this , and when I point , please read the chart from the top , and go as far as you can telling me which way the " E " points .
All right .
Good . Now the other eye .
Well , this one is worse .
Never mind , just read as far as you can .
I can only read the first three lines .
It ' s a state-of-the-art piece of equipment , sir . With a gigantic 16 . 1 USGA TFT screen , 2 . 8 Ghz mobile processor , generous 512 MB RAM , removable 80 GB hard drive , convenient CD-RW / DVD combo drive , stunning fast graphics board with 64 MB DDR DRAM , dual battery capability , integrated Fast Ethernet card , IEEE 1394 digital interface and eight USB ports , it has all the power of a desktop computer packed into an ultra-slim notebook !
That ' s impressive ! What ' s the sale price ?
The regular price is $ 2980 . 00 , but until December the 31st it ' s on sale for just $ 2,699 . 00 .
We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . we can get almost anywhere rather quickly on the subway . Especially at this time of a day when the traffic is heavy .
where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there three yuan and he'll give you a token . Then you slip it into slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it .
Where can I get the subway Madam ?
Ask the worker who sells token to give you one . It ' s free of charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay additional fare to change train ?
No , you don ' t have to . Here comes the train .
Ok . I will . Could you help me with the treadmill ? I found it difficult to get the setting right last time .
Sure . Is today only you second visit ?
Yes , it is . I'll be coming here regularly . I think I need regular exercise to get in shape and then to stay in shape .
The treadmill is excellent for helping you to build up stamina . Each time you use it , increase this distance . don't worry about your speed at first . You can increase that later .
I was told that the first time I came heer . I was told not to put too much pressure on my body at first . I need to build up slowly .
That's right . You don't want to injure yourself by exercising too much or in the wrong way . Now , this is how you make the settings for the treadmill ...
It's flight CA169 , which leaves Beijing at 8: 00 a . m . on January 20th .
Oh , yes . That's our regular flight to Nanchang . Would you please tell me your name ?
My name is Deng Li .
Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ?
Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket .
Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm .
That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it .
Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible .
OK ! I shall .
That dress looks lovely on you , but it's not very practical , is it ?
No , I don't have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just want to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It's casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It's too plain on its own .
How about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
That might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
That's a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
Thanks . You'd be OK on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
Yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
That looks great . Just one more thing-you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
The leopard print sounds fabulous . OK , I'll take it .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
I wonder if I could enroll in it . I know it is a graduate course and I ' m a junior , but ...
Aren't you a bit young ? I have a lot of qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time keeping up .
I know , but geology of the American west is my major interest and I have done a large reading in the field .
Well , if you think you are ready , I'll let you enroll .
Oh , thanks , professor Donald . this is very nice of you .
Yes , but I'll bet she won't again .
So let's head there . We'd better hurry up .
they need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
so you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small desert .
how about drinking soda ?
many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try
that's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
my mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
how do you know so much about food and dieting ?
you might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
Yes , I'm used to being on my own .
OK !
Let ' s see . He has a roman nose , bushy eyebrows and dimples !
Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin !
Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald !
Your future husband !
Not funny .
Sorry , sir , but I recommend you Bacardi White . It's quite delitous .
Well , that's fine . Bring us a bottle of that .
Do I have to pay to use the machine ?
Yes , you will have to pay to use it .
How much ?
It costs ten cents a copy .
Am I limited to a certain number of copies ?
You can copy as much as you ' d like .
Could you show me how to use the copier ?
The instructions for the copier are posted on it .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you .
Before I work in the office , I was a teacher . So if possible , I'd like to come back to some school to pass on my new knowledge to more people .
Do you feel your English is good enough for the course ?
Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL .
Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ?
I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S .
How long do you expect to stay there ?
I will be there for three years .
Thanks . Do you think we have enough for the kids to eat and drink ?
I ' m sure of that . There ' s enough food here to feed an army !
That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ' t put any candles on it yet .
Thanks for reminding me . I ' Ve prepared some party games for the children too .
I ' Ve brought a tape with lots of children ' s songs on it .
Hopefully , that will keep everyone happy .
Green beans . They pop and turn brown when you roast them .
Cool ! But isn't that a hot air popcorn popper ?
This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ...
The beans will burn . I know . I've tasted burnt coffee before ... yuck !
Yes , job . If you ' re going to live on your own , you have to pay for rent and everything else .
I thought I could just get you and Dad to pay for an apartment . I found a cheap one .
When you move out , your father and I aren ' t paying your rent , young man . Get a job .
You ' re right . If I ' m going to live on my own , I have to be independent .
Well , the newspaper is over there . Look in the want ads , but I don ' t know what you ' re going to find without a college degree .
What stock do you want to buy and how many ?
I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson .
Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ?
Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 .
Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today .
Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ?
You can decide by yourself .
I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price .
So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ?
Yes , please .
What does your car look like ?
It is a red Audi .
Is your address still 1150 Lake Road ?
Yes , that ' s correct .
Ok . Thank you .
Sorry , I can't go today .
How about tomorrow night ?
Ok . What time ?
Is 9:00 PM all right ?
I think that's too late .
Is 6:00 PM OK ?
Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ?
The Italian restaurant on 5th street .
Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there .
How about the Korean restaurant next to it ?
OK , I like that place .
Is that a return journey or just one-way ?
One-way , please . I ' m flying back to London from Shanghai .
Ok . That will be 1400RMB please .
How long is the flight ?
It ' s about three hours .
Oh , I won't be back so early . The film will be over at nine . Can I have the key to the bicycle ?
No . I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night .
Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over .
OK . Here's the key . Take care .
I will . Thank you , dad .
That's fine . Quickly please , we are so hungry .
I certainly am . I would have been very disappointed if I hadn ' t got them .
Shall we go to a restaurant to celebrate ?
What a good idea . I'm quite hungry .
Me too . I feel very thirsty as well .
Let ' s go then .
Yes , It's really so beautiful with all the things covered by snow .
By the way , where can I go ski ?
There are so many places around . Take a look at the advertisement .
Yes . It was very cold and windy . We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm .
It ' s so nice and quiet in the woods .
Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels .
It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ?
Yes , we bought veal sandwiches . We stopped around twelve , and we ate and watched the squirrels , but it was too windy to sit long . It was a very nice walk , anyway .
Nice to see you too . It ' s been a long time .
How is everything ?
Just fine , and you ?
Quite well , thank you .
Did you drive yourself to the airport ?
No , I was driven by my husband .
Did someone meet you at the airport here ?
Yes , thanks .
Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ?
No , the meeting will be held on the fourth floor .
I mentioned to you before that you need to keep up with your rent . This notice to evict is letting you know that I mean business .
You can ' t just throw me out on the street !
You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you .
Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ?
You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments .
I am going to take care of the rent payment right now .
Thank you . The payment needs to be in the form of cash or a cashier ' s check .
Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl .
Right .
That ' s all right . Thank you all the same .
I've already got plans , too .
Then when do you think we could go out together ?
How about Friday ? Only in that day can I arrange it .
OK . Any time on Friday will be OK with me .
That's settled then . I'll contact you later .
I'd love to try some snacks .
( Later .. ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Super !
I've already given you a discount of 20 % off of our normally charge . If I go any lower , we'll have loss on this project . I really want to work with you on this . But we've already gone as low as we can go .
I'll be honest with you , our budgeted cost can't exceed more than $ 150 per unit . That is our bottom line . If you can meet that price , you've got the deal . Otherwise ...
I'll tell you what , I'll go over the number again with our financial team and see what I can do . I can't give you any guarantees . But we can try .
Please look at the sky . Don ' t you see the dark clouds ? It's going to rain soon .
Good . So we don't have to work . How nice !
But I don't think it's so nice .
Why ?
The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week .
Oh , I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain .
But it's only a film .
It is kind of strange though , to have snow in April , and so much of it .
There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time , don't you think ?
When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever .
This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard .
It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right .
I won't , mom .
Take care of yourself .
I will . Bye , mom .
Bye , my boy .
In the coming , before going to work .
You got up so late today . You have , I think . Turn on the TV and set your watch by it .
OK . I'll turn it on .
All right . It's just four o'clock .
Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you .
You are welcome .
All is best now , isn ' t it ?
OK . So this machine will make change if you need it . Do you have your dollars ready ?
Yeah , so far , so good .
Next , you feed your dollars into the machine in the slot . Make sure they are smooth .
Yeah , I already knew that .
I'm sure you know that if the dollar gets stuck , you might have to re-feed it .
OK , let's move on !
Now you just make your selection and pray . If nothing comes out , try again or call the number on the side of the machine .
I hope it works !
Well , good luck !
Anybody I know ?
Well , Pam Franklin lives next door to us . By the way , can I go to her house this Saturday ?
Of course . You didn't have to ask me .
That's what Pam said .
Just don't stay out too late .
Yes , they are just next to the newspapers actually .
Thank you .
Yes , there are approximately three hundred people .
Excellent choice . Can I dish you up some chicken ?
Yes , the chicken looks wonderful !
How about some salad to go with your chicken ?
Sure , I love salad !
Would you like to have rice with your chicken ?
Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken !
Good ! Julie , if you could pass this plate down to Joe , I think we are all set .
They can't spell , they can't add , they can't subtract , they even don't remember any more . that ' s because they rely on gadgets .
That's not the gadgets . Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts .
Yes , all their products have warranties .
How long is it ?
The fridges is covered by a one-year warranty .
Which model is the best seller of this year ?
This one . How do you like it ?
It's too big for me . Could you recommend something else ?
Sure , this way please .
yes , they are . I gave them a good clean . They are in good condition and don ' t need to be replaced .
how long did it take you to do the tiling .
as I hadn ' t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The
I think you ' Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ?
you ' ll be lucky ! However , I ' ll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself .
It appears to be the only case to us , that the goods have been damaged on the way .
I am sorry to say it's not on the way , but during loading . The tins inside the cases were broken evidently through rough handling .
Could you offer us a certificate issued by your Health Department ?
Certainly . Here you are . Our health authorities said they were no longer suitable for human consumption . I have to remind you that our terms are CIF Hamburg . I hope you would indemnify us for the loss , so it wouldn't be so heavy on us .
Now we are prepared to settle the issue with you amicably .
What's in the bag ? Would you mind opening the bag ?
Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable . Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ?
No . You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings .
Thank you .
Oh , well , I looked around . There wasn't any other space . I waited a while and nobody came . I'm sorry if I've taken your place .
That ' s should be fun .
how about I come and see you off ?
You really don ' t need to .
Ok . I ' ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon .
I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything .
You ' re welcome .
Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me .
Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey .
Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ' re ever in Washington .
Of course . I will .
Goodbye , then . Thanks again for everything .
This is terrible . Why do hackers play such a dirty trick ?
Hackers are smart , and they want people to know about it .
So they create viruses to tell people they are smart ? That's really sick .
In 3 months or so .
You said the same thing three months ago .
Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up .
You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ?
Yes .
I got the message . I'm quiting .
Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times . and I can't be handing out raises for anyone .
I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't .
I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do .
Very well , consider me gone .
My exam .
Oh , is that all ?
I feel very nervous about it .
Don't worry about it . Try to look on the bright sight of things .
June loth .
One first class seat on flight YW132 , is that right ?
Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ?
You are supposed to check in at least one hour beforehand .
When would you like the installation to be done ?
I'm off this Friday .
The only time we can come on Friday is at 3
I'm going to need it installed earlier than that .
I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday .
Is Saturday any better ?
Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ?
Is 11
That's perfect . See you on Saturday .
Yes , I often do business through internet now .
Oh , really ? Is it a good way ?
Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house .
What advantages does it have ?
Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service .
I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition .
The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers .
So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways .
Will you give me some suggestion ?
Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thank you . Maybe I will do business through internet in the future .
Well , Superbad is super funny .
You're not lying , I found that movie absolutely hilarious .
I didn't know that you saw Superbad before .
I made sure to be in line to see it the first day it came out .
I couldn't keep from laughing throughout the whole movie .
I was laughing hysterically the whole time ; my stomach muscles hurt afterwards .
That's exactly how I felt .
I got the movie when it came out on DVD , do you want to come over ?
I would love to .
I usually read or entertain myself .
What kind of books are you interested in ?
My favorite books are those about detectives .
Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ?
When it comes to the entertainment , I think I enjoy dancing . There is nothing I like more than modern dance .
Well , good luck . Give me a ring sometime , and let me know how you are .
Oh , do you use your computer often ?
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food ?
Oh ! Ha-ha ! That's not what I mean when I said ' go Dutch ' !
Huh ? What were you talking about , then ?
' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly !
oath ... that makes so much more sense ! Ha-ha . Well , great , I don't like German food anyway !
May i speak to David please ?
Davids who , we have 5 Davids in the office .
Oh , sorry , David Richton .
Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Can I help you , sir ?
I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Thirteen today and tomorrow . Fourteen the day after tomorrow .
How time flies ! He ' s a big boy now .
And don ' t forget Mary , Tom ' s twin sister . It ' s her birthday , too .
OK . Let ' s invite all their little friends to come and celebrate .
Nobody would drive him up a wall by asking him such a question , you know .
Yes , how are you doing ?
I was partying hard over the weekend , fell down the stairs , and need time to recuperate .
That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ?
I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine .
How many days will you be out of school ?
The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week .
I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class . Get well !
It's on the other side of the Palace .
That's the place where people make speeches on Sundays , isn't it ?
Yes , you're right . Politicians of all kinds , religious people , and one or two madmen .
Well , are we going there today ? I want to take shots there .
Sure . I can see you're enjoying your trip today .
Of course . Everything's so striking and fascinating .
That's $ 150 .
Can you give me a special offer ?
Of course . Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off .
How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ?
I am sorry , there is no difference .
That's seems obvious enough . Then what about the software ?
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
OK . Please get in . I'm glad to serve you .
Could you get there in twenty minutes ?
It will take half an hour to get to the hotel .
I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me .
OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes .
Thanks .
Sit down . I'll show you the list of our financial budget . First of all , it is nearly 4,000 RIB that we should spend in transportation .
Ah , the transportation fee always takes a great part in the budget .
Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good .
Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel .
In that case , we can choose the Youth Hotel . It's a good choice , clean and economic .
Her lips ? The early morning rose would wither on the branch if it could feel envy .
And her voice like a lark's song ?
Deeper , softer , none of your twittering larks . I would banish nightingales from her garden before they interrupted her song .
Oh , she sings too ?
Constantly . Without doubt , and plays the lute . She has a natural ear .
I'll have supper with my girlfriend and go shopping . What about you ?
I'll go to church first and then go to a Christmas party . Would you like to come ?
I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later .
See you .
Women have often played an important role in british history . Queen Elizabeth I built a navy strong enough to fight off the Spanish armada in 1588 . more recently , Margaret thatcher transformed british
She was a very controversial leader . Are we going to visit the famous tower of London later ?
There ' s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow .
I ' m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too .
I ' Ve seen them before . They ' re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ' s one place you have to go .
Where ' s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ' s the waxworks museum .
There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty .
Sometimes , it ' s hard to know who belongs in each section of the museum !
Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ?
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
It's fun walking around them , but their displays are so good I'm tempted to buy things I don't really need .
But he was trying to beat about the bush . And my talk with him was fruitless .
How about going to italy next summer vacation ?
Why not ?
Well , two big suitcases and two small bags .
I'll send someone up right away .
That ' s right . However , players can only pass the ball backwards . They cannot pass the ball forwards to their team mates . That ' s a foul .
I know how goals are scored in football , but how about in rugby ?
If a team carries the ball over the goal line , they score points . A team can also score points by kicking the ball between two tall posts at each end of the pitch .
There ' s a lot more physical contact in rugby , isn ' t there ?
Yes . Players usually need to bring a player down to stop him from moving forward with the ball . This is called " tackling " , as in football .
The ball is a different shape in rugby , isn ' t it ?
Yes . It ' s not perfectly round like a football . A rugby ball is oval in shape . There ' s a match on TV this afternoon . Why don ' t you watch it with me ? I ' ll try to explain the rules and tactics while we ' re watching .
Ok .
I'm sorry to say this room charge is yours .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidences ?
No , we got no receipt , and we pay it on the spot !
Do you know what the minimum balance is ?
What is that ?
You need to keep it at $ 100 .
That ' s it ?
That ' s the least amount you can have .
What ' ll happen if I don ' t maintain that ?
We will fine you .
How much will I be fined ?
You will be fined $ 25 .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From 11:30 to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Yes , please . But I suppose I'll have to open an account with you first , right ?
That's right . But don't worry ; it's a very simple procedure .
Could I open an account with you today ?
Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that .
Yes , here you go . And sign here ?
Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card .
So quick and easy ! Thanks very much .
I'll look up the rate . To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof . It means to search for and find some information .
What about the expression Goodbye ? Is that an idiom ?
That is just a natural , grammatical English expression . It has a direct translation in other languages .
This is interesting , Ms . Parker .
Let me see them . Are these all the notes you have ?
Yes .
But Laurie , how can you do well in school if you don't take more notes ?
What do you mean ? You think I don't write enough .
I'm sure you don't write enough . Look at this . Here you wrote , Russian Revolution . 1917 . Bolsheviks . Real revolution , or coup ? And that's all ? I remember he lectured for a half hour about that question . And you didn't write any of it !
I know , but I listened .
Yes , but did you remember ? You need good notes to help you remember .
I suppose you're right . But what can I do ? I don't know what to write down .
There are different things you can do . For one , the university offers a special free course on note-taking . You should go to the course . Also , I am pretty good at taking notes . I can help you on this exam . I will photocopy all my notes , and you can compare them to your notes . Then maybe you will see what kinds of things to write down .
That would really help me , Sue . I appreciate it . All this makes me feel like an idiot .
Don't feel that way . I know you are very smart . Note - taking is a special skill . All students need to learn it . Some people are very smart , but they just haven't learned how to take notes yet . I'm lucky because I had a good English teacher in high school . She taught me how to take good notes . It's not hard .
Alright . University and high school seem very different to me . I suppose I just need to learn how to manage lecture classes . Then I will do better .
Sure . The fitting room is in the corner .
Yes , I'll see that she get the message when she checks in .
I like playing basketball . Basketball is a very exciting game because it keeps you alert and I also enjoy the team spirit of basketball .
Who is your favorite author ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much . I've read almost all of them in Chinese translation .
Are you a music lover ?
Yes , I like listening to Beethoven's works .
What kinds of films do you enjoy ?
I like all kinds as long as they are exciting .
I am currently working in a foreign company as a salesman .
I know all the tricks of the trade . It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted .
Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ?
I am a reporter at a TV station .
Do you like your job ?
Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year .
Which kind of news do you catch ?
I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades .
Are you feel tired ?
Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing .
You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter .
That's right . I am still wet behind the ears .
That would be nice . Could you also get me a pillow and a blanket , please ?
Here you are .
How long will this flight last ?
It is a six-hour flight with an-hour layover in Los Angles .
Good . I'll have plenty of time to nap on the plane .
It doesn't take much time . I ' m used to tidying up my room myself .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Where do you want to sit ?
Front , please .
Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows .
Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ?
Sorry . We ' Ve nothing further back .
All right . We ' ll take the second row . By the way , how much is it ?
Thirty yuan .
Fairly expensive .
If so , we find it difficult for us to go on with our talks .
Then , what's your countr-offer ?
This is our counter-offer .
We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great .
So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market .
How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ?
Agreed .
Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
As long as I don ' t have to row .
I found it very disappointing .
She liked the acting , too , because that's what she wanted to see .
I wasn't happy with it .
Nothing is to your satisfaction .
What would you rather have , samosas or poppadoms ?
I heard that one of their specialities is the samosa .
Well , let's get a plate of those then .
Sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ?
I think I might have a dahl .
What's in a dahl ?
It's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice .
That sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ?
Ok . How about some lamb kebabs ?
That's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ?
I think I'll have a beer .
Ok , shall I flag down the waitress ?
I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round .
You're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me !
What would you do without me ?
Thats a clever way to escape responsibility .
Congratulations . How lucky you are !
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
No , they are filed according to dates .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ?
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space - - all this takes time , you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mrs . Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit .
You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C .
That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation .
Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future .
By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ?
Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into .
If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner .
Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time .
All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect .
We'll talk about it next time . Now that everything is settled , let's have a cup of tea , and take our minds off business for a change .
Here ' s an interesting ad , For rent . Two-bedroom , unfurnished house , fenced yard , one-car garage . Pets OK .
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
University ? Why ? You asked me last year .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
I would also like to check out these books .
Will that be all ?
That ' s it .
Do you have your library card ?
Oh , yeah . Here you go .
Will that be all for today ?
That ' ll be all .
These books are due back in two weeks .
Thanks . Have a good one .
One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ' t want to drop them on your feet !
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend their bodies at the waist , which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise .
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
Sure .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
No . Only a few pounds . But my passport was in the bag . That ' what I ' m really worried about .
You must tell your embassy about it . And I think they ' ll issue you with a new one .
What do you mean ?
It's very windy today .
But look , it's so sunny out .
Mary , you must be careful . In some parts of America , the day can be - 10 ° C and sunny .
OK , I'll iron your shirt for you , but only if you make me a cup of coffee .
Well , I think we'd better go now . We have to follow the guide .
That's all right .
Do you need every color in the rainbow ?
Yes !
Ze ze ze ... Women !
It was very good . I followed it right to the end .
I was there for almost a year .
Oh , OK .
And I travelled a little bit in Australia . I went up the east coast . Up to Frasier Island . Which is a world heritage site . And I saw dingo running along the beach and sharks in the water . We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the ... , which is a but north . And the further north you go in Australia , the hotter it gets . So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license , so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly .
So , did you , did you lose your finger ?
Almost .
Almost . Ah , you're lucky . Um , it's funny , you go in the water and you worry about sharks , but not clams .
Exactly .
Will you be going back to Australia soon ?
I'd like to go and live there for at least another year . Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city . They have lot of museums and parks .
But now I would stay at home watching TV .
Well , I'm looking for a job .
Fine , but first I need some information about you .
What kind of information do you want ?
Well , first of all , your name . What's your surname ?
Wilson .
And your other names ?
Steven Michael .
Have you got your e-mail address ?
Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo . com .
How old are you ?
Twenty-one .
Where were you Bron ?
In California .
Are you married or single ?
I'm single .
And what was your last job ?
I was an office boy .
Nobody knows at the moment , but it has been very hot there recently . The drought in Africa is causing starvation . Millions of people have migrated to try and find food .
What is the international community doing to help ?
The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region .
How many countries have been affected ?
Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries .
I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in Iran .
Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried under rubble .
Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ?
So far , less than 20 people have died , but over 100 are in hospital .
Is this the sign ? What does it say ?
It says ' No smoking here ' .
I see . What does it entail ? I'm not sure if we will be eligible .
This loan is specially provided for people who are studying overseas to pay for their tuition fee and other sundry items .
So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ?
That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see .
That is good to know . Just think ! We've been worrying about this for weeks and just a short visit here and my mind is at ease . Thank you .
Oh , dear . When do you think they will arrive ?
It should be around 5 working days , but different cases take different times . Sorry I can't be more precise .
Yes , a little . I know your school is one of the best known in this town . There are about 200 children in the school .
Thank you for such a lovely evening ! The food was amazing , and I had a great time .
Me too . You look so beautiful tonight ! I wish this night would never end . There ' s something I have to tell you ...
What is it ?
I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day , but I was wrong . A twist of fate brought us together . I crashed into your life and you into mine , and this may sound crazy , but I ' m falling in love with you , Veronica .
Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown , and I record the moment that I was bride .
You are always be the most beautiful one in the world . What is the bridemaid's name ?
Judy , Why are you so interested in her ?
Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman
He's terribly handsome .
I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive .
Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you .
Administer is doing a good job . I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are .
The insurance policy protects us .
Is it true that products of high value such as watches , jewels and luxury clothing items are often subject to pilferage ?
It's absolutely true in the United States that losses from pilferage have been limited to high valued goods . We must study more about packing .
Sure . Why not ?
OK , well , let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner .
OK .
Yes , I think so .
Nice to see you too , Mr . Brown . Won ' t you sit down ?
Thank you .
What would you like , tea or coffee ?
I ' d prefer coffee if you don ' t mind .
Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ?
No , it ' s the fourth time .
Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ?
Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before .
Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ?
Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products .
We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ?
Women ' s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ' ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ?
All right .
I know what you mean .
About twelve hours . We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train . If you ' d like , you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive .
Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time !
Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers .
Great ! I ' ll take it .
Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train !
I understand . Thank you very much !
Have a great trip .
OK ! Hurry , then ! Here's my cup . I can't wait for step four !
There is no step four ...
Yes , there is , drinking your coffee !
I have some problem with my work .
Is it serious ?
I can solve it , thanks .
How about your family ?
Everything is Okay . And as soon as I see my son at home , all my worries vanish into the blue .
I've absolutely certain .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
One of my neighbors has a dog .
Does it make a lot of noise ?
It barks all night long .
Three . Would you please help us take them to the hall ?
Surely , of course .
Since 1996 it has been . And I bet I'd be pretty good at it . I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day .
This afternoon .
I just opened up my own business not long ago .
Good for you ! What are you doing ?
I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that .
I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun !
Well , I don't know about the profit part yet . But I am really having fun !
The summers are hotter . The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years . There have also been stronger winds .
I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment .
I think you ' re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem .
Me too . If we don ' t do something soon , It might be too late .
Jack ?
yes , the one with the R $ D team . Is that a problem ?
I will never go out with him anymore .
why did you say so ?
last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all !
oh , really ?
he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly .
are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ?
it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him .
what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ?
I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much .
maybe he should really something about eating etiquette .
oh , he really should .
You aren ' t going to a strip club , are you ? I don ' t want you getting a lap dance from some stripper with the excuse that it ' s your friends party .
Aw come on ! It ' s just some innocent fun ! You know how these things are ! We are gonna play drinking games , get him some gag gifts and just have a good time . Nothing too over the top .
Well , I don ' t know .
Come on ! If one of your friends was getting married I wouldn ' t mind you going to her bachelorette party !
Good , because my friend Wendy is getting married and I ' m organizing her party !
What !
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
I need size 41 .
Take my word for it .
Thankful , no . I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career . I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor . After a couple weeks , it was like nothing happened .
It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work . supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them .
Yeah , and they also take the blame , that's what happened to my old boss ...
No , no limit . You can take as many as you want .
That ' s good . Thanks .
You ' re welcome .
If I could , I would like to view the apartment sometime today .
That won ' t be possible today .
Why is that ?
You can only view the apartment with an appointment .
I would like to make one right now if I can .
Are you available this Friday ?
Can we do it at 6 o ' clock ?
Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed .
All right . I ' ll see you on Friday .
In that case , I'm with you . Em . this is good .
I agreed , Hi , guess what ? I went bungee jumping last weekend .
Are you on the up and up ?
Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way .
If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere .
come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime .
Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping .
No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat .
What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you .
I can teach you how .
I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it .
No , not really , but I think I have lost my wallet . Where can it be ?
Oh this is hard ! Well , I ' ll see what I can do .
Yes , Sir . In order to get a credit card with us , you'll need to open a Current Account here . Could you please fill out this form with your relevant details ?
That's done . Do you need to see any credentials ?
Yes , a passport will be fine .
I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up .
That's fine , Sir . We'll see you again a little later .
thanks for understanding .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
I'll finish soon .
Sure , wait a moment .
I like a person who works hard . I don ' t like lazy people .
what ' s your greatest strength ?
well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ' m a quick learner .
so , you ' re smart .
I think so . I think that I am good at what I do .
what do you consider your weakness ?
I ' m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public .
that ' s not a problem . It ' s unnecessary for this position .
Then I recommend this package to you . You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month .
That's good . How can I order it ?
Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do .
Thank you . I'll have a try .
You're welcome .
Can you see what his schedule is like on Wednesday ?
Oh , yes . It ' s just a few minutes block . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ' ll see it .
Thank you very much .
Yes , it was quite a long flight . I'm glad to finally be here .
I see . And the quantities .
200 rolls of each . Make it 200 rolls for each sample .
How many rolls altogether ?
Twenty prints and five plain . That makes 5,000 rolls in all .
Six weeks , did you say ?
Yes , five to six weeks .
We could manage the plain rolls in six weeks . The prints might be put off to eight weeks .
Eight weeks ? We can wait that long .
That's the best we can do just now , I'm afraid .
Can't you make it seven weeks for the prints ?
What about taking the prints in two shipments ? Two thousand rolls in seven weeks , and the remained a week later .
That might be acceptable . I shall have to cable our Beijing office to get their approval . You can definitely supply in the time you've given me , I suppose .
Yes , I'll see that you get those delivery . Shipping by ' S . S . American ' as usual , is that all right ?
That's right .
When can we expect your confirmation of the order ?
As soon as I hear from Beijing , that will be either Friday or Saturday .
All right .
We're happy together now . We both think that we're a well-matched couple .
That's very good . It's said that marriage is the Ab of love . But the words may not be right .
The situation differs in person .
No , the show is almost sold out .
I had a pretty strict upbringing , and my parents taught at an university so they have extremely high expectations for me .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
That's fine with me . How much time are we going to have to work on this ?
That's right . Why do you ask ?
Well , I've never been to either so I was thinking of going to Disneyworld for my honeymoon .
When are getting married ?
Some time next year . We haven't set the date yet .
Congratulations ! I had no idea .
Thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ?
Do you like amusement parks ?
For the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though .
If you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time .
Even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ?
Even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun .
Thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight .
I'm sure he'll love the idea . Just throw yourself into it and you'll enjoy it !
I read that someone called him a cheat and a liar ! And I noticed that he won't ship abroad .
Some people get nasty on those comments . Maybe you should write him and ask nicely .
OK . Wish me luck !
Well , on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis . Then on Sunday I hiked in the country .
And I bet you studied , too .
Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ?
Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV .
That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ?
Sort of . I played golf on my computer !
But as for his business in the city ...
He lets his cousins look after his business .
He sounds more like an artist than a businessman .
That piece fits on to your ear . It hooks right on . And you just put the other one in your other ear .
How do I turn it on ?
I ' ll be glad to help .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
Well , I would be glad to , but I have promised Tom to see his Christmas tree , and play the piano for his song tonight .
I worked with him for two years . That was the worst time in my career .
Ok , son . I think I ' Ve go to tell you the truth . My company has gone out and I ' m now out of job . If you want a new camera , go and earn money yourself .
I've been completely out of touch with my old friends .
It's hard to keep up contact when people move around so much .
Yes , people just seem to drift apart .
Here is the cash . Can you look after my baggage for a while ?
Surely of course . But you have to be back by 5 o'clock , otherwise we will charge you 10 $ .
OK , thank you .
No , please don't do that . I'd just like to return it .
I'm sorry , Miss , but I'm afraid we can't do that . You'll order something else instead . I'd love to suggest the steak , it's the special today , and quite tasty .
Ok , then please bring me the steak mediun-rare , thank you .
Ok , Miss . I hope you enjoy the rest of your dinner .
What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 " pan .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
I'll have it if you insist .
It'll start on lst September .
I am a student engineer who mainly took charge of understanding of the mechanical strength and corrosion resistance of various materials .
Sorry Tom , We're having problems hearing you here . It ' s a bit hissy . Can you hear us ?
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Hello ?
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Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ' Ve lost you . There ' s a problem with the line . Let ' s try again . We ' ll call you .
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Welcome . My name is Johnson .
Nice to meet you .
Do you have any experience using weights ?
No , I don't . So I need some help .
Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch . You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines .
Yes , I know that . Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room . So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines .
Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you .
What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one .
No . Not that . I mean a training card . The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine . Here , let me show you .
I'm ready .
Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed . So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do . And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine .
I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress .
Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine . Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them . And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you .
Alright . Great .
So you write your name and member number at the top of the card . And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here .
Great . Why don't we start on the machines ?
Are you alright ? Can you do more ?
I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted .
That's okay . Don't worry . It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning .
What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines .
We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really . The most important thing is to know your limits . So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop . Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ?
Yes . I suppose it's best to stop .
What do you do in winter ?
Well , I play sports indoors quite often . If I ' m feeling lazy , I just watch a film at home . I prefer summer to winter .
I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ' s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter .
Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze !
Do you think we ' ll have a nice summer this year ?
Thanks to global warming , it could be hotter than ever !
I don't know . I never went to one .
Never ? Really ? I'm surprised .
Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ' s not an American thing to do .
But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here .
OK , let's go .
Yes , Mr . Forester .
When do you start the payment then ?
We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments .
We can accept that but you have to pay the interest .
All right .
Shall we sign the agreement now ?
Ok , let's sign it .
Who , Femi ? Yeah , Yi-jun saw her inside .
All these memories of prom night came back to me . I had to be alone . You remember that night ?
I remember someone spiked my punch . You sat with me in the girl's bathroom ...
I am dieting , so could the chef prepare the food with no extra sauce ?
We are always happy to adjust our cooking to meet your needs .
Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ?
The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice .
I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side .
Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ?
You can serve our salads with our dinner .
Yes . You are expected to know the e-mail address of the company .
These here are all mediums .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're a present for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
Orange juice .
What would you like for lunch , pork , mutton or beef ?
I think mutton is best .
What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ?
I like champagne .
And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ?
Banana of course .
Do you always have meals outside or in your house ?
I always have meals outside , because I ' m not good at cooking .
Sorry , Sally , it's not your fault .
So , what's the problem ?
I drew a blank on ~ about the test .
No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ?
Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test .
That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master .
I'm thinking of dropping out .
You can't do that , Jenny !
I'm dead serious about this , Sally .
Come on , let's talk about it .
I'm sure of what I'm doing .
It ' s about an hour .
I see . Thank you .
Not at all .
Don ' t make a mountain out of molehill . I am sure he will do that on his payday .
I agree . People often criticize Tv for showing too much sex and violence .
Yeah . And that ' s so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational !
Right . You can ' t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programs . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programs .
In my country , there ' s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ' s about six minutes per hour .
That ' s great idea . But don ' t the Tv station lose a lot of money because of that ?
No . they don ' t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on Tv in your country ?
Not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ' s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable Tv , where you pay a fixed amount each month .
Some people have satellite and cable Tv in my country , but people don ' t seem to keen to pay for their Tv programs . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programs .
Well , there ' s a wildlife documentary on Tv in a few minutes . Shall we ?
I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line was busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He is away for the rest of the day .
Is there any other way I can reach him ?
I'm afraid not , he has gone out of this town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him at ten o'clock tomorrow morning , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you like to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving here unexpectedly , and I may be away for several days .
I see . I'll tell Mr . Tomas you've called .
Thank you .
What do you mean ?
I took the wrong bus .
Oh , did you ? That's very easy to do .
Anyway , I dislike summer here . There ' s too much rainfall .
Yes , I recalled you charging that before . And I thought it was extortionate ! Haha !
I can just take it from your account , you don't need to give me cash .
OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier .
Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ?
Nope . That's everything , thanks .
Well , my car won't start . I don't know what's the matter with it .
Could it be the battery ?
No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago . It must be other problems .
Well , I suppose it could be the gas .
No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday .
Perhaps it's the starter then ?
Yes , that's possible .
My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry . Most of my experience has been behind the scenes , doing the calculations . I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged .
Why did you leave your last position ?
I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime .
How would your boss describe you and your work style ?
She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted .
What are your salary expectations ?
I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity .
Do you have any questions ?
Yes , I do . What do you see as the future trends for the industry ?
Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mu - dual benefit . Establishing business relations between us will be to our mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about closer ties between us .
That sounds interesting . I ' ll send a fax home . As soon as I receive a definite answer , I ' ll make a specific inquiry .
We ' ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us .
So do I .
Fine .
OK , first of all , can you turn the key in the ignition ?
Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor .
Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ?
Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ' t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ?
No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start .
So what do you think it is ?
I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ?
Umm . yeah ! Right ! I got the car started ! Thanks for your help ! I told you to fill the tank !
So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ?
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
I want to check this magazine out .
We don ' t allow people to check out magazines .
Why not ?
It ' s just a policy of ours .
So what am I allowed to check out ?
You may check out books or videos .
I need to check out this magazine .
You will have to just read it in the library .
That doesn ' t make any sense .
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
How about this one ? It's not that concentrated .
Can I smell it ?
Sure .
I lost the table tennis game yesterday .
Oh , what a pity !
I just don ' t want to play table tennis any more .
Is it that bad ? It ' s nothing more than a game .
My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis .
Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ' t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed .
Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure .
I understand .
It's still available . Do you want to see it ?
Yes , I would very much like to see it .
Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ?
I have no problem with 6 p . m .
Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ?
No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like .
I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested .
Should I bring anything with me ?
No . I only need to check your driver's license .
Really ?
Yes . Does it operate night and day ?
Yes , and seven days a week .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Follow me , please .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to .
OK , I see .
No , it ' s only ten-minute's walk .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
You know you shouldn't say that at a time like this .
Nancy , I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight .
Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it .
Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments .
Stop it . No more of that talk .
I really love you .
No , I shall faint .
And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes .
Yes .
OK . Here's my bank book , is that all right ?
OK , do you want large notes or small ones ?
In 50 Yuan or 100 Yuan would be fine .
Here's the cash for you .
Thanks .
I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I can . Work has been really busy lately . Why don't we go on Friday instead ?
Friday's not good . I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work .
OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ?
Yeah , that's fine .
What's your number ?
233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail . com
OK , I'll talk to you soon .
OK .
Yes , I know . The problem is that I can't find it . Where did you put it ?
All your important documents and certificates should be in the desk drawer .
Oh , yes , here it is .
Sara ?
What's up ?
Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost
No . Dad . We have a tour guide .
Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ?
No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you !
Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella .
Dad , that's all right . I don't think it will rain . And it doesn't make any sense to take that many things on a trip . Besides I like to travel light . Bye !
Well , wait a minute .
I think I would like the former one .
I know that . I mean I couldn't understand her at all .
Me neither . All I have to do is study French hard .
I wish you the best of luck .
Yes , I need to send the payment to immigration for my aunt's citizenship application . They won't accept checks . How do I send the money ?
You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration .
Then I need a money order for 250 dollars .
Please fill out the form for the money order . You also need to pay a one dollar fee .
Thank youse much for all your help .
You're welcome . Have a nice day .
You , too .
All right . What do you want me to get ?
Well , could you pick up some sugar ?
Okay . How much ?
A small bag . I guess we also need a few oranges .
How many ?
Oh , let's see . . . About six .
Anything else ?
Yes . We're out of milk .
Okay . How much do you want me to get ? A gallon ?
No . I think a half gallon will be enough .
Is that all ?
I think so . Have you got all that ?
Yes . That's small bag of sugar , four oranges , and a half gallon of milk .
Do you have enough money ?
I think so .
Thanks very much . I appreciate it .
Is that right ? We are very sorry
I thought it the same day service . Anyway , please do a hurry .
I ' m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ' clock .
Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ?
Yes , we ' ll do so .
Welcome to our corporation . I'm in charge of the export business .
I'm glad to meet you here . You're Ms . ...
I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ?
Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation .
We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ?
Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ?
Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer .
Thank you very much .
Definitely , I ' m really sorry .
Sure . But you need to be patient .
Yes .
Very well . Welcome , Mr . Rodgers . Would you please fill out the registration card ? How are you doing today ?
0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here .
Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ?
My credit card , please .
I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you .
Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call .
Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ?
7 a . m .
Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know .
OK , I'll do that .
Have a pleasant stay .
Two weeks from Thursday , for three nights .
That's the twenty-fourth of June ?
Right .
Your name , please ?
Robert Hamlin .
Single or double ?
Double .
You're all set . That's a double room for the twenty-fourth , twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth of June , in the name of Hamlin .
We could go to more places this time , if you liked .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
Myrdal , purse don ' t just disappear . Think carefully . When did you have it last ?
I had it when I left the house . I had it when we start to get the hotdog .
OK . Let ' go back to the hotdog stand .
Well , I would need an idea of how large your order would be . About how many units would you need ?
Just give me an estimated figure for an order of 100 units .
Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ?
Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit .
Would an order of only 100 units , it'll be difficult to work within that kind of budget . Maybe if you were ordering 500 units or more units , we might be able to work something out .
Have you ever written up a business plan before ?
Well , no . it can ' t be that hard ! I mean , all you have to do is explain your business , how you are going to do things and that ' s it , right ?
You couldn ' t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc .
Well , that seems easy enough .
Wait , there ' s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ' ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea .
Geez . Is that all ?
Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment !
Umm . I think I ' ll just stick to my old job and save myself all the hassle of trying to start up a business !
No , I ' Ve been feeling fairly good most of the time . It just is hard to breathe .
Has anyone ever told you that you have allergies ?
No one has ever checked me for allergies .
Does this happen more when you are under stress ?
When the weather gets really cold , it gets worse .
I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma .
Thank you for pursuing this . I appreciate your help .
I'm the accountant with Go Thong Computers .
Ah , yes . Mr Can , isn't it ? Yes , the money has been transferred successfully . But you'll need to change it into RIB before you can have it .
No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ?
You have an account with us , right ? If so , there shouldn't be any problem .
A single room please . I hope you ' re not fully booked .
A single room ? That ' s fine . In whose name shall I make the booking ?
Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast .
We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast .
Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday .
Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 .
That ' s fine . My credit card number is ...
OK . There is one on Wednesday .
Good ! How much does the sea view stateroom cost for per person ?
Eight hundred yuan .
I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ?
No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities .
Thanks a lot . Give me one ticket , please .
I wish the store close to us was open 24 - house a day .
I know , our schedules are so weird . Sometimes , the little corner store is the only thing within walking distance that ' s open when we get home .
Yeah , and the prices there are very high .
I know . Three dollars for milk .
Hey , look there . It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard . The place is not far from our home .
Mom , come on . What are you thinking about ?
Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home .
Don't tell me you want me to do that ?
Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there .
But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough .
Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself .
How depressed !
Okay , first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork .
When can I take my test ?
You'll have to make an appointment for that .
I would like to make one right now .
How does Friday sound ?
That would be great .
What time would you like to take the test ?
If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good .
Eleven o'clock on Friday morning . See you then .
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
I think it unwise for either of us to insist on his own price . How about meeting each other half way so that business can be concluded ?
What is your proposal ?
Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we can accept . When I suggested we meet each other half way , I meant it literally .
Do you mean to suggest that we have to make a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible .
What would you suggest ?
The best we can do will be a reduction of another 30 dollars . That'll definitely be rock bottom .
That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars to be covered . Let's meet each other half way once more , then the gap will be closed and our business completed .
You certainly have a way of talking me into it . All right , let's meet half way again .
I'm glad we've come to an agreement on price . We'll go on to the other terms and conditions at our next meeting .
Yes , there's one other point I wish to clear up .
What is it ?
My friends in business circles all seem to be of the opinion that the U . S . import and export corporations have become more flexible in doing business recently .
Yes , they're right . In fact , we have either restored or adopted international practices in our foreign trade .
I'm glad to hear that . With a view to expanding and further enhancing the bilateral relations between our two parties , and in particular , exchanging timely views on specific problems in the execution and enforcement of contracts , is it possible for us to have a representative that could stay permanently in Washing - ton D . C . ?
Basically speaking , yes , we welcome the establishment of repry - tentative offices by foreign companies in Washington D . C . Of course , there are more details to be attended to . We cannot settle it in a few words .
Yes , of course . I'll call my home office tonight and let them know about it . When do we meet again ?
How about tomorrow morning at 9 ?
Good . I'll come back tomorrow , and we can then discuss it more specifically .
We have tickets for the matinee . It starts at 3p . m .
Ok . I ' ll take it .
Where would you like to sit ?
Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes .
Certainly .
Of course . You can get it at the entrance .
Thank you .
How long would you stay ?
5 days . From Feb . 13 to 18 .
Regrettably , we're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ?
Sure , I love porterhouse , too .
Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries .
Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account .
Go right ahead .
Our staff will bring you your order in as short a time as possible .
that will probably be quite expensive , but the more you pay for the fabric , the longer it'll last and the better it'll look . What color do you want the suit to be ?
I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit .
brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ?
haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black .
why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything -- a funeral , a wedding , a job interview -- anything !
that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest .
here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ?
I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler .
how about this one ?
I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made .
ok , let's go .
Not necessarily . It depends on the contract stipulations . They may be marketed in the foreign country where the other party is located , or even in a third country .
I think the principle of co-production is to expand export trade . It's a reciprocal business , isn't it ?
Yes , you are right . Either party is not well-equipped to produce the final products single-handedly , but they can enter into an agreement . In such case , each side contributes different resources to make the manufacture of a certain product or a category of products possible .
Why not ?
Well , here you are .
Is it free ?
Of course .
Okay . Sounds good . See you then .
You won't go to work today , Steven , It's Sunday . Come and have breakfast now .
Oh , I have a poor memory now . I haven't had enough sleep lately . I had a bad dream just now .
You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again .
Yes . I really need to have a good rest .
Pleased to meet you too , Ms Jenson .
Just now we both thought it would be fine .
Yes , very .
I don't think much of the film .
I think it is the worst one I have ever seen .
Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad .
I can't think the same .
What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children .
I couldn't agree with you .
I'm from New Orleans . What about you ?
I was born here .
Really ? This is a beautiful town .
It's nice talking to you . But I have to go .
OK . Can I have your phone number ?
OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then .
I will . Bye .
Ok . Take the Underground ( the Circle line ) to High Street Kensington . Make sure you take the High Street Kensington exit .
Got that .
Ok - when you leave the Underground , cross the road and you should see Horntown Street . Was up that street to the crossroads . As you was you should see a fast food place on your right .
Hold on , I am looking at the map now . Ok , I can see Horntown Road . Do I go straight at the intersection ?
No , you need to turn left into Philimore Was and take the next right .
Ok , I can see that road .
That's fine . You will not miss it because it's just next to the Kensington centra Library .
Good , I can see the library on the map .
Ok , we live in the third building on your left . Will we see you around 7 pm ?
That's great , see you at seven .
Mr . : Would you like to go to the nurse's ?
Yes , I would .
Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ?
I can manage on my own . Thanks .
Mr . : I'll drop by later to check on you .
Yes , a medium Coke .
Will that be all ?
Yes .
For here or to go ?
To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . )
That'll be $ 4 . 25 ... ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill . ) ... out of five . Here is your change , sir . Have a nice day .
I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
I live at No . 50 Xingu Street .
No . There's no call-out fee . It's included in the annual service contract .
Let me see the notice . It is here . Our booth number is E108 . Good number .
Lucky number . Find its location now .
We can also consult some from these volunteers .
Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from .
Should we put our samples on this table ?
Yes , they should be put in the most attractive place , and this can appeal to passers-by's attention .
Is it difficult to learn ?
No , it is easy .
How should I do ?
You just follow me .
All right . By the way , do you often dance ?
Yup , because dance can relax myself .
It seems a good way .
Fine , and you ?
No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
At 7 am sharp .
Will you be driving a motorcycle or a car ?
I will be driving my car .
OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ?
I'll pay for it with a check .
Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ?
No , thanks ; I'm fine .
Here you go then . Have a great school year !
OK . Go ahead .
You see , if you press this red button , the helmet becomes an umbrella .
How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ?
It only costs you 20 dollars for one .
OK , I will take one .
The water will not drain .
Is there anything else wrong with it ?
No , that's it .
I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like .
When will you be able to fix it ?
How does this afternoon at 2:30 sound to you ?
That would be perfect .
Alright , so I'll see you then ?
See you then .
No , not yet . First , I want to check about the availability and see if you could give more information .
It is quite urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly .
The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ' m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ' m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week .
Great , do you need directions to my office ?
I'm not sure .
Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right .
OK , I'll find it .
It's very easy to find .
See you then .
I will enjoy seeing you ; have a good week !
It sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare .
Stirred or shaken ?
Stirred will be fine .
Here you are .
Thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
Sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
Can you recommend one ?
Try a Stinger . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
It sounds interesting . I'll take one .
Here we go .
It tastes great .
Enjoy yourself .
Yeah .
Then just keep your chin up .
That wouldn't seem right .
Considering that it's over ninety degrees outside , that would be weird .
Exactly , it wouldn't be nice if it started raining . It's too hot .
I know , you're absolutely right .
I wish it would cool off one day .
That's how I feel , I want winter to come soon .
I enjoy the winter , but it gets really cold sometimes .
I know what you mean , but I'd rather be cold than hot .
That's exactly how I feel .
Oh , do you use your computer often ?
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
I owe fees , but a bank statement never came in the mail about it .
I apologize for the inconvenience .
I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up .
I understand your problem .
Will you be able to solve my problem ?
I ' m going to cancel the fees you owe .
So , I don ' t have to pay any of it ?
The initial fee still must be paid .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you very much .
We'll have fruit salad to start and then the roast beef .
I'll have my beef well-done , please . By the way , don't we have soup tonight ?
I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ?
Let me see . Well , I'd like onion soup . Thank you .
Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ?
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
What did you get ?
A B plus .
That's not bad .
But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true !
Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ?
No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know .
I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ?
What ?
You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder .
How ?
Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs .
Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning .
Then go to bed and have a good sleep .
I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend .
Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams !
Thanks , bye .
I think I'll sign a nine-month lease in case I decide not to go to summer school . I can extend it if I want to stay , can't I ?
Sure . Just let us know before your lease expires .
For which one ?
Sense and Sensibility , English version .
Yes , of course .
Can I just do it here ?
Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter .
OK , thanks .
Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it .
I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ?
3 Yuan , please .
Here you are . Thanks .
You are welcome . See you next time .
About nine-thirty in the morning .
Then shall we arrange the bellboy to pick up your luggage at 9:00 ?
Sure .
May I have your room number , please ?
1218 .
1218 . We'll collect you luggage at 9:00 tomorrow . Would you then come to the Front Desk to get your storage receipt , please ?
Thank you very much , bye !
You're welcome . Goodbye .
Yes , I did like Spanish and Music . But I don't remember much Spanish .
That's too bad . We could really use someone who is bilingual .
If you hire me , I'll start studying Spanish again .
No , I haven't had a chance to . But I have been watching a Chinese TV scries called " Chinese-Style Divorce " .
Oh . really ? I saw it two years ago . It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking .
Yeah . I found it is so close to our life .
It reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world .
You said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent year .
Well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend to end quickly too .
I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married .
Oh , that's too short-lived .
That's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s ' generation .
II can't agree more . The only-child-generation in China tends to know little about marriage .
Definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously .
In their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone .
I think , as the saying goes haste makes waste , it is the same with marriage .
At present I get 1,800 yuan per month .
How much do you hope to get a month here ?
That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience .
If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ?
Thank you , Mr . Brown . I really appreciate your assistance .
Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person .
At least you know what American women generally like in a man .
Believe it or not , I guess American women like a man in good shape , which Chinese women may not care about so much . That ' s my honest opinion . I know you have been trying very hard .
American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ' t many chances .
No , that ' s not true . I ' Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ' s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants .
You know , that ' s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise .
Why don ' t you try then ? Even if it doesn ' t help you find an American girl , you could still have a stronger and healthier body . You won ' t lose anything by doing that .
But the lessons this semester are a little bit hard .
They aren't hard . I am sure you can do it .
Yes . To develop my knowledge , I studied Economics , Business Administration and Accounting through self-study . Nowadays , I have passed three courses on CPA .
Have you ever been a student leader ?
Yes , I used to be the monitor of my class .
Did it affect you much ?
It ' s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike .
Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ?
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ?
I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself .
Maybe we can trade . Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ?
No , it just won't work . If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will .
So ? You can go to the class for me . Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ?
How many students are in the class ?
About fourteen .
So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry .
Damn !
I really wish I hadn ' t done it .
What on earth are you talking about ?
I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed .
What were you thinking ?
You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well .
But what you should do is study hard .
I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ' t study , and I cheated , and I got caught .
So long as you learn from your mistakes .
I'd like 20,000 RIB , please . If that's possible .
No problem . Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account .
she's not bad . She's a bit bossy , but I'm sure I'll get used to her .
would you rather have her or your old boss back ?
she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down .
how about your new co-workers ?
they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work .
do you miss your old co-workers ?
of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me .
do people in different departments get along with each other ?
sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other .
do you like working in teams with people from different departments ?
yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives .
do you like working in teams ?
I prefer it to working independently . I think most people do .
Not much . My girlfriend just dumped me .
Sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Well , she told me things just weren ' t working out and we weren ' t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue .
Hey , that ' s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday .
What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser .
Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her .
But she lied to me .
Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ?
Ok , then .
But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face .
What face ?
The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better .
Yeah , I know . You are right .
nope , actually I was waiting for you . I have something big to tell you .
really ? What is it ?
I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ?
I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ?
I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c
just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon !
me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there !
thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams !
talk to you later .
You can transfer Fuchengmen .
How far is it ?
Well , it's only three stops from here .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
It keeps running all the time , never stopping . And it makes a strange sound . All the ice cream inside it melted .
Maybe the compressor is going bad .
Can you send the technician to check it out ?
Sure . But there is a minimum charge of $ 60 for a service visit . If your freezer needs parts , there will be an additional charge .
Okay . I ' ll pay the charges .
All right . let me check our technician ' s schedules . I ' ll call you back and let you know what time we can send a service technician to your house . What is your phone number ?
My number is 627-555-1234 .
Okay . I ' ll call you right back .
Thank you . Good bye .
Bye .
At least I ' m the one who rates with her . I ' m glad we can still be friends .
Yes . But I prefer a bit salty soup .
Do you like egg soup or mutton soup ?
Egg soup is OK .
Is there anything else ?
I'd like a bottle of juice .
I'll get them back right away .
Mr . Morris was so pleased with your sales work on his account that he went straight to the top with it . He wrote a letter about it to Mr . Macmillan !
Yes , you are right .
You bet . You should try it yourself .
You know , on weekends when we wanted to have late rise in the morning , our neighbour started to raise Cain .
What else do you want to know ?
I want to know about the salary information in your company .
Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ?
I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker .
We will give you more than what you hope .
Really ? That's good news for me .
You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month .
It sounds great !
You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year .
By the way , how many days do we work every week ?
Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while
OK , I see
Hands , when one is not actually eating , may be in the lap . Tipping one's chair is unforgivable .
Yes . Mike Lee . And put me as close as possible to the stage , please .
Of course . How much would you want to ensure this books for ?
Let me see . I think I can have the ensured five hundred dollars .
five hundred dollars , so you ' ll pay ten dollars for the insurance . That ' s two percent of the total value of the article .
Here ' s the check for hen dollars
I have no choice . My mother is always very strict with me .
Don ' t complain about it . She is concerned about your safety .
You're right . Mother's love is the greatest love in the world .
I will help to prepare food , feed animals and clean up . I ' m very excited about it now .
It must be a unique experience . I ' m looking forward to share your story when you come back .
Ok , I will bring you photos as many as possible .
I was there as it happened .
What happened ?
The robber came in with a gun .
Could you see his face ?
He had a mask over his face .
Was he with someone else ?
He was alone .
Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ?
I would be happy to .
Well , we ' d like to work with you . If you ordered a larger quantity we could drop the price a little . Can you increase your order to 15,000 ?
Hmmm . It wouldn ' t be easy , but if the discount makes it worthwhile , we can consider it . How much of a discount would that give us ?
For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1 . 5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 .
So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard . Couldn ' t you discount it further ? We ' Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might
We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount -- say 5 % ?
I think we can handle that . Let me confirm with my boss and touch base with you again tomorrow .
It is a long story . Basically , she thought I had laughed at her while I didn't .
I know everyone suffers when he is misunderstood . But why not take it easy ?
Yeah . It's so nice of you to comfort me .
Are you done ?
I have to exchange some money .
that ' s right . You ' re going away next week .
I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account . There was a problem last week .
I have to pay my credit bill too . If I don ' t pay it soon , the credit card company will charge me interest .
their interest rates are usually quite high . It ' s a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest .
I'm sorry . We're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ?
I'd prefer the filet , but the porterhouse will do .
And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight .
Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ?
That's fine .
It will be up shortly . Enjoy your food , sir .
So the other party could be across the world or just on the other side of the street !
Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward suggestions and ideas . Be sure to speak up if you have any .
You were ?
Will that be all , sir ?
No . Could you also get some extra towels and soup too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes .
How come ? I have never seen such a popular book before .
Wait a minute . I found there were two printings . The paperback books must be much cheaper .
You are right . Let's buy the cheaper one .
I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired .
it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
have you been drinking plenty of water ?
no , just soda .
ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
is anyone else sick in your home ?
no , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us
thanks .
My grandpa . He has the final word about almost everything . My grandpa is " President , " and Grandma is " Vice-President . " My parents , uncles and aunts try to arrive at a consensus on important questions .
Is a family like yours common in South Korea ?
No . Not anymore . Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho
My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting
Of course there'll be a room for you !
To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids .
Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys .
But four boys !
It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes .
You are right , I guess . The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want .
It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ?
That's a great idea !
We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like !
That sounds like an excellent offer . I might take you up on that . Thank you for the wonderful invitation .
These things can happen ; let's double-check the answers first to be sure , all right ?
That would be great !
Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ?
This one right here should be right .
Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ?
Yeah , let's do the math .
I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ?
Looks pretty good .
Thank you for caring enough to check on your scores ; keep studying !
You don't have to worry about it . We have a one year warranty .
Are you sure ?
Sure . We have a good after-sale service . Your satisfaction is guaranteed .
Certainly , sir . There ' s a flight at 8: 35 a . m . and one at 10 .
No problem .
You give them your information by answering a questionnaire and they will create a perfect trip for you according to your budget .
Good . Where can I get the questionnaire ?
You can easily download it from their website .
I have been married for three years .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are three people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My wife , my daughter and I .
I said you can trust him . You just have to believe it .
Thank you . When and where shall we meet ?
We will meet at 5:00 right here .
I see .
I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract .
Shall we sign this contract now ?
OK . Where do you want me to sign ?
Just sign at the bottom .
OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect .
You're right . Thank you for your cooperation .
It's my pleasure .
Very carefully , that's when I found the problem .
Ah , I see . The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting , right ?
Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ?
Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone .
That's a great idea ; thanks for your help .
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Is that hard to get a passport ?
Not at all . But we do need to keep it with us all the time .
It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us .
Patience , boy . A watched pot never boils . We shall get out fishing stuff first and make some baits , too .
We have many cookies left here . Can we use them as baits ?
I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms .
So let's go and catch earth worms !
OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go .
Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing .
That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today .
I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ?
I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one .
Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill .
Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ?
Well , all right . There is nothing to complain about .
I suppose so . We ' re both friendly and easy-going .
Is she as clever as you ?
No , she ' s not as clever as me .
Big head !
No I haven ' t . I haven ' t visited the Bund either . I ' Ve always had too much work to do .
So you haven ' t done much then , in Shanghai ?
Actually , I ' Ve eaten soup dumplings in a lovely restaurant on Nanjing Lu . They were delicious !
I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
$ 200 . The delivery time is 2 weeks .
OK . thank you .
Well , keep you chin up ! I ' ll try to help you . Where are you going ?
I am trying to get to the Royal Hotel . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side .
Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ?
Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it .
Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ?
Yeah , it ' s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ' d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it .
Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ?
Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker .
All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ?
Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi .
Cool , thanks .
You are welcome .
Here you are
Where is the fitting room ?
It's just around the comer .
It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ?
Yes . One moment , please .
OK , let's go to the cinema to see what's on .
OK , then put on your glasses , and do you know what does the panda eat ?
Of course , Bamboo !
That's right .
I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship .
You sound quite knowledgeable .
Not really , panda is my favorite animal .
Actually , it likes milk too .
Any way , in a word , panda is our friend .
Do you know other famous animals in the world ?
Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous .
That's right . OK , let's move on .
I'll take over for a while to give you a break .
Sorry . This is a one-man job . I've got the grill just how I like it , and I've made up my own special sauce .
Then I'll tell folks the food's ready . Come and get it ! I've always wanted to say that !
She's very fond of detective stories ?
I see . Has she read any detective stories ?
Oh , yes !
Do you know if she's read this one ?
I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful !
Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ?
She's eighty-seven .
I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting .
Thank you . That's a good idea . she likes exciting books . Can you suggest another one ?
No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
I haven't been driving for long -- only for a few months .
Do you like to drive the bus ?
Not in the least bit .
I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver .
I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money .
It was really fun chatting with you .
It was really nice talking to you too .
Have a good one .
I'll have a good day once this day is over .
Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear .
That ' s great . If you don ' t mind my asking , does your company give bonuses ?
You ' ll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements . Besides , we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales .
Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ?
You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ?
No problem .
If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me .
OK .
I know . She won't change my grade .
Cash or card is fine .
Ok , I ' ll pay by card then .
Sounds good . The food there is fantastic , too .
I agree , I had lunch there last week .
excellent ! That sounds like a plan .
Remember what happened last time ?
Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg ?
Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us .
Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses !
Oh , in that case , sure ! Uh ... what are these long sock-looking things ?
I have no trouble communicating with native English Speaker . I even taught spoken English in a training school .
I have found myself a date mate .
You must have a lot in common and a barrel of fun .
A barrel of fun , of course . He often says that I'm a date bait .
I would like to leave Hong Kong September the first and leave Houston for Tampa on September the 12th .
Ok . Can I have your name , please ?
Lily Smith .
And your telephone number ?
Hong Kong side 3854295 .
OK . Right then .
Thank you .
Oh , I see . Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now ?
Yes , you will lose interest . I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us . I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity .
Oh dear . Well , if it has to be done , then it has to be done .
I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ?
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around 2 fifteen PM . Do you have a projector in your room ? I would like to show you some related charts
Yes , there is . See you then .
How long will it take to get my clothes back ?
To press the suit only takes 3 hours . The laundry will be returned to you tomorrow around noon time . Is that all right ?
That ' s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up .
Right away , sir .
I want to try different things before I find the one I really like .
Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer ?
I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new .
How's your current job going ?
I'm pretty satisfied with it . I can broaden my experience , learn lots of new things , and have more development opportunities .
What about the one after that ?
He just made history .
I hope you voted for him .
Of course I did . Did you ?
I made sure to vote for him .
I am really excited about this .
I know how you feel .
Hopefully , he ' ll change things in our nation .
I know that he will .
I trust him .
Why not ? I'd love to do that .
Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art . ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art . )
Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ?
Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ?
I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that .
No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework .
Unbelievable ! I could never do that .
Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum .
Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ?
Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ?
Yes , let's do it .
Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them .
Of course not . We don't do that .
Yes , Mum .
it sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare .
stirred or shaken ?
stirred will be fine .
here you are .
thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
can you recommend one ?
try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
it sounds interesting . I'll take one .
here we go .
it tastes great .
enjoy yourself .
yeah .
No , no , no . I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway .
Well , if you need anything , just ask .
Um ... well , where's the men's shoe department ?
It's on the third floor . Turn left when you get off the escalator .
Really , what's going to happen now ?
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
It's been 3 years now .
How time flies ! Now you are a college student out of a little girl .
How is aunty Shirley ?
Couldn't be better .
How has May been ?
She's been good . She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school . And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008 .
Impossible . My pager is really old . It doesn't display messages .
Here , see for yourself . That's really strange ! It's almost the same as when I ...
Gosh , you're right ! It's from some guy named Vic . I wonder who he is ...
No , they don ' t . they have a beauty parlor , but I didn ' t go there .
What ' s the service like ?
It ' s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ' d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends .
It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ?
There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ' t check my email , but I didn ' t complain about it to the management .
I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world .
Yes , I was . Here ' s their business card .
Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ?
No , there wasn ' t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal .
One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips .
I know . At the inland hotel , they have an interesting policy . When you check out , you put some money in a special box at reception . Each evening , the money in the box is shared equally by the hotel staff .
Certainly not . What really counts is to play as a team , passing the ball amongst each other , dodging defenders . Free kicks are a result of all the teammates ' collective efforts . However , a few free k
In the case , maybe facial charm should be his leading card . After all , the majority of his fans are girls .
yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout .
and he is English ! He makes a model gentleman when he puts on a black suit and speaks with a typical British accent .
Let me think ... I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee .
I'm sorry we can't now .
I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live .
Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future .
That would work too .
Anything else ?
Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ?
I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company .
I understand . Will the company provide training ?
Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year .
That's great . Thank you very much .
That ' s absurd . I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that .
I ' ll be worried if you stay out late .
Ok , how about midnight curfew . and I'll let you know where I am .
No . It's only about five minutes ' walk .
Many thanks !
Not at all .
Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Ma'am .
Don't worry . She will be all right .
No . It's only a ten-minute walk .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Take care and give my best to you parents .
Thank you , I will . Hope to see you again next year .
What kind of material is this ?
Silk . You have a good taste . It's excellent for its handiness , elegance and beauty .
Can I try it on ?
No problem . I will do it immediately .
Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily .
OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ?
Please type it in a formal style .
I see . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
A Coke , please .
OK . I'll see if I can get waited on .
Thank you for saying that .
What's the exchange rate today ?
You're pretty lucky actually , today is higher than yesterday . It's 824 . 71 RIB for 100 USD .
Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ?
Yes . Please sign your name at the bottom of the Exchange Receipt . Thanks very much and here's your money .
I suppose so . I tried my best to be familiar with all these appliances and office process . Certainly without my colleagues ' help , I could not do these things in such a short period .
Yes . And you also overworked in last month , when Steven asked for leave . I have been very satisfied with your performance . And your dependability has been a great asset .
Thanks for your praise , Madam .
Congratulations ! Why do people hold parties before the baby is born ?
It's the tradition . But baby showers as we know them today were not common until after World Warri .
In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world .
So you will come , won't you ?
Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival .
Thank you very much .
You don ' t need to lose weight , you are not fat .
I bought an exercise dress yesterday and I found it was hard to dress it up .
Here is one tailor's shop . Why not order one here ?
Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
I can't figure out which dress to wear .
Yes of course . You can see the whole city on the bus . It's cheap as well as efficient .
Oh , there comes the bus .
Let ' s meet in front of the train station .
Ok great , I ' ll see you at six .
Ok , see you tonight ! Don ' t be late !
Yes , right here in my brief case . Just a moment , please .
Thanks . What you need to do now is deposit 100 % of the guaranteed funds of your contract into your account with us .
That's done . There is more than enough to cover the contract amount in our account .
That's great . We will have to charge you 250 RIB for that service , though . Could you please fill in this ? Thanks .
15 .
What about your brother ?
He ' s not quite 25 .
Do you miss your family ?
Yes .
Do you often go home ?
No . But I write to them often .
How often do you write to them ?
Once a month .
Nope .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
Sorry about that . I was cleaning up .
It's okay .
So what were you calling me about ?
Oh , I just wanted to see if you wanted to hang out tomorrow .
Sure , what did you want to do ?
Maybe we can go see a movie or something .
That sounds like fun . Let's do it .
I'll see you tomorrow then .
See you then . Goodbye .
No . I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed .
Good idea . Do you want a wash or a massage ? Massage is especially good when you are tired .
How come ?
Because it helps you speed up your circulation .
Then I won't say no to that .
How do you like it ?
I feel totally refreshed .
We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ?
This time included ?
Of course .
Then yes .
No , that ' s all right . Paula . Why don ' t you get something to eat , and I ' ll see you this afternoon .
I'm sorry , sir . The price is fixed .
Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
I see your info here on the screen . I'll hit just one button , sir , and you're cancelled .
Thank you . I'm glad that wasn't too much of a bother .
It's a pleasure .
Merry Christmas to you .
I am sure it will . It'll be of great help in carrying on the work I have done so far .
That will be great .
Why do you care ? Women and men are different all around . I don't think they can be compared .
That's a good point . Let me change my question . What sports do women like best ?
Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports .
Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ?
Are you suggesting that anyone can be ?
Sure , no problem . Do you want me to edit it for you ?
Please , you write much better than I do .
Oh , its nothing .
It's leap my mind . I really feel terrible about it .
I have been looking forward to this performance all month .
I'm really sorry I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
I'm sorry , but it's a bad movie . The plot is stupid , and the script is poorly written .
Face it , you don't like action movies because you're a snob .
No , I don't like action movies because I'm cultured !
Yes , With pleasure .
Would you prefer to take similar medicine of other brands ?
Could I ?
Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise .
Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ?
This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
What do you think we can do about this ?
We are not willing to miss the chance ; however , our staff is not big enough now . So , to be honest , I want you to help me to finish all these programs .
Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this .
I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this .
OK ! I will try this .
I like the black one . May I try it on ?
Of course . It fits you perfectly .
Yes , I thinks so . How much is it ?
It's forty-five yuan .
Can you make it much cheaper ?
Sorry , our prices are set .
Yeah , sure . Here they are . Take your time going through them , I'm in no hurry .
There's no problem here , everything's in order . I can transact that for you now .
Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ?
No , you don't need to pay anything on top . We just simply deduct the discounting interest .
What ? Are you kidding ? I'm only 22 years old !
Yes , I am kidding . But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits ?
Yes , I know . I have a disability . My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk .
Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university .
My permission letter ?
Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability . And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place .
I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office .
Yes . Or you can bring it yourself .
But I asked them to send it to you directly .
Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it .
My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R .
Yes , here it is . Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request .
Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes . Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ?
The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices . We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening .
I see . Thank you .
You're very welcome .
No sugar , please .
Well , the dorm ' s too noisy to study in , and I guess this place is too quiet .
Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper ?
No . Prof . Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology . For once I wish she hadn ' t given us so much of a choice .
Well , why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico . You seem to be interested in that part of the world .
I am , but there is too much material to cover . I ' ll be writing forever , and Grant only wants five to seven pages .
So they limit it to one region of Mexico . Say the Yucatan . You ' Ve been there and you said it ' s got lots of interesting relics .
That ' s not a bad idea . I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer . That would be great resource material . Now if I can only remember where I put them .
Right . You know where that is ?
I'm afraid I don't . I'm quite new in town .
Well , do you know where the post office is ?
No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is .
That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight .
Well , thank you very much , I hope I can find it .
You just put quarters in the machines . It ' s easy .
Yes , but ... well ...
What ?
How do I use the machines ?
What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers .
I see . Do the machines have soap in them ?
No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ?
No . I don't have soap .
Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there .
Thanks . Okay . I have my soap .
My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ?
I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean .
But you can't use so much . The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out .
Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before .
What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ?
Yes .
In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ?
No . Never .
I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ?
I'm nineteen .
But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ?
My mother always did it .
Yes , my mother washed my clothes too . But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself .
I know about this fact . American children are more independent . They do more for themselves . But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard . So the mother does everything for the kids . The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school . So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it .
I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ?
What ?
How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself . If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house . How can you live on your own ?
I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn .
Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines .
Thanks . My name's Nick .
I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today .
Thanks , Mom . Thanks .
You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work til late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
No , don't give it another thought .
Sure .
I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this . Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you . All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm .
The train ? Will I be flying back then ?
Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable .
Will the train be very crowded ?
Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine .
When is the first meeting then ?
They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9
Where will I be staying ?
We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system .
That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ?
That's not a problem . Have a nap if you can . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip .
Ok . Here's my passport .
What's the expiration date on your passport ?
I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page .
I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK .
I won't .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't have anything to declare .
How long will you be staying in the UK ?
I'll be here for about a year .
What is the purpose of your stay ?
I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University .
Where will you be staying ?
I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus .
How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ?
My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts .
Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back .
Thank you very much .
Very well too , thank you very much . Isn ' t it a lovely day ?
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
of course yes .
how about the lyrics ?
very touching .
it bring me back to some of my childhood memories .
yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting .
of course . it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance .
it is full of energy .
this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying .
it certainly is .
Well , sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently .
For example ?
Like for example , if I hadn ' t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to .
I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ' t have gotten married if I hadn ' t moved to this town and met Sally .
You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ' t even have met if I hadn ' t been in that car accident ten years ago !
Well , I have no regrets !
I ' ll drink to that !
You're welcome .
I agree with you there , but you price is unreasonable .
I don't think so . You must compare our price with that it other export houses . I'm sure our offer is in line with the prevailing market price level .
I don't think we will be able to pay the price . To have this business concluded , you need to lower your price at least by 3 % .
I'm afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price .
Don't you agree with me that in the long run moderate prices we bring about large sales and more profit ?
We've already cut down our price to cost level .
Is that all ?
Yes this is the best we can do .
I'm sorry , we can't handle the price you offered .
I enjoy Rock and R & B .
Why is that ?
I like the different instruments that they use .
That's a good reason to like something .
Yeah , I think so too .
We call this a ' parking meter ' .
Oh , Thank you . But how do you spell it ?
P-a-r-k-i-n-g m-e-t-e-r .
I wonder if I can use your bike .
I really like apples and grapes .
What kind of apples do you like ?
I love green apples .
I don't like green apples .
Really ? Why not ?
Green apples are too sour for me .
So , you like red apples better ?
Yeah , I love red apples .
I think green apples are a lot better .
How do you do ?
Please sit down . Help yourself just like you are at home .
What would you like to drink ?
A cup of coffee , please .
Can you tell which team seems to win ?
Hard to say . Now the score is in our favor .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let ' s wait and see .
I'm sorry . I did not know that .
I have to write you a ticket .
Can't you give me a warning ?
I'm not going to be able to do that .
How much will the fine be ?
You'll find that out on your court date .
I have to go to court over a brake light ?
That's how it works .
Can I have the ticket , please ?
I think one needs common knowledge , specific knowledge , and professional codes to be a successful translator .
Thank you . We'll bring the receipt up to your room when we get it .
Of course .
How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square .
Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon .
Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late .
I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ?
On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ?
You've got it .
I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is .
Here we are , Central Park !
Thank you . How much is it ?
Well , it's $ 12 .
Here's $ 15 . Keep the change .
Thank you .
Yes , I am expecting to get the bonus . I hope we will both get the salary and bonus .
Hope so !
It says here that most of the people are han Chinese , but there are 55 minorities that make up almost 10 % of the population .
We need to say something about the geography and climate of china . Is there any way to divide the country into sections ?
We could divide into five parts . There ' s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year .
That sounds very general .
It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one .
One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ?
Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou .
We should take a large map and highlight those cities . What is each of them famous for ?
Now we have a two-year-old boy . We're very happy that he's healthy and smart .
Oh , so he's half Chinese and half American . That's unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly English , and he can say a few Chinese words . But he will learn in the future .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He's whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
The Bulls , of course !
What ! That wasn't a foul ! C ' mon , ref !
Don ' t worry , Shan always screws up free throws .
You were right ! He didn ' t make the shot !
That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah !
Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ' t call it !
This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ' t believe he didn ' t see that !
Okay ... end of the first quarter ... Alright , I ' m gonna make a beer run .
Well , we have nicer things than that in this company . You will find out soon .
Really ? What could that be ?
Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 .
That is very kind of you . Thank you very much .
It's TH 15699324873 0 .
OK , just checking for you ... yes , they have arrived . How would you like me to handle them ?
Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ?
That's fine . I'll get on with that for you right now .
They're quite popular now . Wasn't her voice good ?
That , My Heart Will Go On . It warms my heart . you know , JanetJackson , Shanna Twain and Celine Dion are so very different .
Janet Jackson is more pop music . Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes .
Have you heard Maria Carey ?
Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like .
Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one .
I hope you have a good stereo .
Why ?
Because you have to hear it really loud to get the full concert effect .
You mean a guy using enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the computer ?
You can say that .
But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ?
They must have mixed hackers with crackers .
What is crackers then ?
There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them .
So they are two totally different concepts .
Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end .
I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them .
You got it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Let's ask someone else .
Ok , here you are .
Oh , it is nice and cold , definitely good orange juice .
Amy , you forgot another magic word .
Oh , sorry again , thank you mom .
You are very welcome .
We'd better get back to work .
Yeah , I'm not too worried about Vince , but I'd hate to face Zina if we don't deliver ...
Your idol ! Wow ! You're even better at finding stuff than me !
Yep . I placed a bid for the shirt . The minimum was ten so I bet fifty !
That's not how this game works .
Well , there was a sign that said " Buy now for seventy . "
How many bids had been placed before you ?
Why ?
She passed out in class . Seems she hadn't eaten anything in days .
Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy !
Yeah , but that's what she did .
I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look .
Well , it's not just the girl ' s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen .
True , but there are limits . Being thin is one thing ; starving oneself to death is another . No one forces them to do this .
Could you tell me shall I take the express or local train ?
Sure . The local train . It stops at every station .
Which of them is the local train , please ?
You take the D train on the downtown platform , and go three stops .
How much is the fare ?
One dollar and twenty cents . You give me the money and I ' ll exchange it for a token .
What should I do with the token ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
I see . I'd like to reserve a table for two .
Yes , sir . What time would you like your table , sir ?
I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm .
Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ?
Davis .
Thank you , Mr . Davis .
Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration .
I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand .
I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged .
We'll try our best .
Thank you .
35 . 00 dollars a week , but I don ' t allow smoking .
OK . Can I see the room now ?
Would you mind waiting ? I ' m on the telephone .
Yes , that'd be all right .
You are right . Maybe we should work out a fitness plan and start to do more exercise . Sitting around in the office all day is no way of keeping fit .
That's a good idea . Let's see if we can get more people in this plan . There isn't much business these days anyway , so I think many people will be interested .
Must we finish our task before the holiday ?
Yes . The contract must be kept .
OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight .
Did he say why ?
He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday .
Don't worry . I will tell him about that .
It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight .
Thank you for that . And I will double your pay .
A Mac is something most people appreciate .
In fact , she prefers Macs . How much is one ?
Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 .
She's going to be so happy . Let me have one .
You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ?
I'll pay for it with my VISA .
It's all yours after you sign here , please .
Are there any extras that she needs ?
This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again .
You've been so helpful . Thank you .
Have a nice day , and thank you for shopping here .
I know . I already tried to register for it by phone , but the computer won't let me .
That's because it's full .
But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office .
Well , I could put you on a waiting list . But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ?
My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G .
Alright . And what is your major ?
I'm a comparative literature major .
Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ?
Yes , that's right .
Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students .
That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class . And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it .
The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code . When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class .
Even if the class is full ?
That's right .
Oh , I didn't know that .
Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it .
Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ?
Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again . Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem .
Thanks .
Next time you come in here , I will recognize you .
No , I ' m not trying to pass the buck here ; I know that it was me who is ultimately responsible for getting this done . But the thing is , I could have finished on time if the system hadn ' t gone down . And you know , with everything I ' Ve got going on now , I can ' t afford to waste time dealing with technical problems . I ' Ve got a lot on my plate and there are only twenty-four hours in a day ...
I ' m not going to accept this excuse . You ' re using these small technical glitches as a crutch and trying to rationalize the fact that you ' Ve missed your deadline . Look , we have standards and I expect you to live up to those standards . No more phoney cases . If you ' re in over your head , you tell me . No more missed deadlines . Now , I want that data on my desk by nine am !
I'd prefer the pool .
OK . Let's pay the entrance fee and change our clothes in the dressing room .
What style do you use ?
Well , I use breast stroke for long distance , crawl or free style for short distance and back stroke just for fun .
It is best if we can go during the week ; does that work for you ?
Because of work , I can only go look at houses on the weekend .
Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ?
If you could pick me up at home , that would be great .
We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see .
That might be a little too much , but we ' ll see how it goes .
I will fax you a schedule as soon as I contact the owners to confirm the times .
I can only afford about 300 pounds a month .
looks like you ' re not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that .
really ? That ' s a lot of money to pay for one room .
well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price !
do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ?
I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ?
I ' d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ' ll have to take what I can get !
how long do you want to sign a contract for ?
I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ' t know where I ' ll be after that .
do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ?
I don ' t have any furniture , so it ' d be great if it were furnished .
you know that you ' ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ?
no , I thought that would be included in the rent .
it ' s not usually included , so you ' ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities .
I don't think I can afford that .
don ' t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children .
that's a good idea . I ' ll look into finding something like that .
Right ! I'll do it straight away .
Thanks a lot . I'm most grateful .
Can you please slow down ? I am not in a hurry .
OK .
No , I need my books .
Come on . If we save more money , we can retire earlier and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less .
Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
Yes , I have it .
You ' re going to have to wait for a computer .
That ' s okay .
Please put your name on this list .
Then what do I need to do ?
When there is a computer available , I will call you .
What do I do to log on to the computer ?
Just type in the number on the back of your library card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
Well , it won't last long .
Forget it . It ' s my pleasure . You mean a lot to me .
You ' re the best !
Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves .
Yeah , that makes sense .
Thanks , but I speak English with a strong German accent .
But let me tell you , you're doing just fine . I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German . By the way , how long have you been learning English ?
On and off , for quite a few years .
Yes , according to the agenda , there will be a seminar on these issues at the very beginning of the training course .
Well , good for you . I hope you can get what you want from the training .
I will do my best .
Fine , madam . When will Mr . Brent be arriving , and how many nights will he be staying ?
I ' ll be glad to help .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is to ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
That ' s enough for you to worship the ground she treats on .
Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
Let me check with our credit manager . ( later ) Our record shows that your credit rating is quite high . I don't think you'll have any problems .
What's the current interest rate ?
Our monthly interest is 1 . 5 % of the outstanding balance . Would you please fill out this application form ?
His parents must feel very happy .
They have two children-one son and one daughter-as well as one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law .
Do they have any grandchildren ?
Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys .
Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ?
Yes , she gets along with them quite well .
Do they have a large family ?
Their family is very similar to Cindy and Ron ' s family .
What ? Are you kidding ?
Is there anything wrong ?
I remember Mom going with a lot of pepper for the meat .
Don't you have any Chinese food ?
I'm afraid we don't . But I'm sure you'll enjoy our lunch special .
Like what ? I think that by doing something like that we would be isolating our children from social interaction .
Well , first of all , I would be able to teach them everything they learn in school in a more relaxed and fun way . I also think that having a one-on-one class is much better since you can focus more on his or her strengths or weaknesses .
I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea .
I will bring it up over Sunday brunch .
Good luck with that !
Travel .
For accounting system and things like that , you mean ?
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
I'm not quite sure . What do you have ?
We have strawberry , chocolate , vanilla and banana .
Very well , I'll try the banana flavor .
Anything else , sir ?
No , thanks . That will be all .
I see . What is today's schedule ?
You have two meetings today . One is at 10 am , and the other is at 2 pm . After the meeting , you will have dinner with Mr . Brown at the Chinese restaurant in Sister Hotel .
OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts .
No problem . Do you need the OHP ?
Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ?
OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ?
That would be great ! You are really a good employee .
Yes , please do .
Wow , a remote car model and my favorite brand . I really like it . That is so nice of you .
Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself .
Typical you , always wanting to keep the best things for yourself . The more I appreciate the gift now .
I think building team spirit among the coworkers is very important . I believe we can accomplish a miracle if we stick together .
Very good . Anything else ?
My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience .
I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ?
I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field .
I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job .
Thanks for your compliment , but there is still plenty more to learn .
How ' s your father ?
He ' s fine . He retired last week . It ' s turning going in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
No , I forgot to buy some .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
But a Chinese person would never order that .
Really ? But they're delicious !
Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time .
That sounds great .
Get ready for the best meal of your life !
Good .
What problems did you find ?
The roof leaks when it rains , there is mold on the bedroom walls , and the dishwasher doesn ' t work .
I don ' t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself .
Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility .
I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky !
Unfortunately , you won ' t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday .
You wouldn ' t dare do that !
What's up with Vince and Elvin ?
They work for Zina now .
And they're happy with that ?
They're in awe of her . After they saw how she crushed WebTracker ... but I guess you know all about that .
I've been snowed under with work since my boss was away on business .
Cool !
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
I hear we'll have a new English teacher this semester .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week ?
Yes , I certainly do .
The negotiating bank has just been in touch ...
Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ?
No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted .
Kristy , that's wonderful ! Thanks so much for contacting me personally .
Well slowly but surely I proved myself , and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer .
Wow , a real step up !
Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent restaurant years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ' t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term .
I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ?
I just felt that the paper couldn ' t offer me any new opportunities . I really needed a more challenging role to be honest .
Saturday my parents are coming to town . What ' s up ?
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No , do you want to go and do something ?
Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner .
Oh , that sounds great . How about 6 o ' clock ?
Never ! Do you know his new number ?
Yes . I've got it somewhere . Let me see . Where did I put it ? Ah - I remember , it's on the memo . Here it is . Do you have a pen to write it down ?
Yes , I do . Go on .
His number's 4945939 .
4945939 . Marvellous ! Thanks for your help .
Because I want to study english literature . but I think chemistry is better for getting a job .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you beside what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
All right , then . But don't forget to bring a doctors note tomorrow .
OK , thank you !
What are you talking about ? My alarm hasn ' t even gone off yet .
Yes , it did . It went off 30 minutes ago . You slept right through it . You ' re like a dead person while you sleep .
I must have slept right through it .
Rise and shine ! Sleepyhead !
Just let me sleep 5 more minutes .
The early bird gets the worm .
I know . I know . But I don ' t want any worms .
Ha ! Ha ! If you don ' t make an effort now , later on it ' ll be a lot tougher for you .
I suppose so . It's great .
I'm glad you like it .
Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ?
Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room .
Where is the break room ?
It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right .
Got it .
You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you .
Thank you .
Give me two cokes also , please .
Is this to go or to eat here ?
We'll eat here .
Here you are . That's eight fifty .
And can I have some ketchup , please ?
It's on the service counter over there .
I believe so .
Is the bus ride long ?
It only takes 45 minutes to an hour .
That's all ?
It's a pretty short trip .
Is there always a lot of people on that bus ?
It only gets crowded once it gets to LA .
Oh okay , thank you .
No problem .
I thought we could turn the upstairs study into a baby room . What do you think about lavender ?
I'll be back tomorrow with my work clothes and a gallon of lavender paint ! You just sit back and relax !
As a matter of fact , he is .
That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nice .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry .
It is the Colorado River . You will go down the river in a boat if you wish .
No , thank you . It looks a bit too dangerous for me .
There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp .
Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air .
It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city .
You are so romantic , my sweetheart .
That's right , and turn left at the lights .
Left at the lights ?
And then right at the bridge .
Right at the bridge ?
Yes . The gas station is on the left . And you can't miss it .
Hilda Harris husband , Henry had an accident on his way home from work .
How awful ! Was he hurt ?
Yes . He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance .
How did it happen ?
His car was hit by an express train . It happened at the crossing just behind his house .
How horrible !
He ' s having an operation in the hospital now . Poor Hilda ! You can imagine how unhappy she is .
I hope he ' ll be all right .
I hope so , too .
You can also ask the interviewer about your performance today .
Don't forget to ask when you can receive a reply .
And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary .
You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently .
You can ask questions about the position you are applying for .
In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get .
Of course .
Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave .
Besides , remember to make acknowledgments through an E-mail or a call .
You don ' t know what day the elections are ?
That ' s why I ' m asking you .
They ' re this coming Tuesday .
Really ?
Yes , I ' m serious .
Good thing you told me .
I can ' t believe you didn ' t know when the elections were .
It slipped my mind .
You should watch the news more often .
I am too introverted to let others become my friends .
What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love this ?
I had my own ways of finding out . It's a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you don't believe it , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you . Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK , let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next let's sing ' Happy Birthday ' to Mary .
It is very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
OK , lovely boy . Try to be patient . Do you know the danger of swimming without warm-up ?
As far as I know , people will be weak if they swim too long .
That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming .
Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ?
Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that .
Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ?
Of course , all the workers here are able to swim , and they will come to your aid quickly .
Then why don ' t we go for a walk in the hills . It ' d be very good for us you know .
Is the pipe causing any water damage ?
The water is causing mildew .
I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow .
Can I just call someone myself to fix it ?
I don ' t think that would be a good idea .
You won ' t do it until tomorrow .
I guess you have a point .
So , I can call someone to fix it ?
Go right ahead .
Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still .
He seems sincere , and trustworthy .
Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times .
What do you mean ?
Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back . But I've seen him double cross other people .
Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that .
Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time .
So , can I trust him or what ?
Well , I think you should decide for yourself .
But I need someone that I can count on for this job .
Okay , Okay . You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time .
Come on you're confusing me . Give it to me straight .
Actually , he's the most dependable person I know , and he would never turn on anyone .
Well , their team work is well worth learning .
I think we should discourage people from using their private cars . They produce too much pollution !
I agree , but I would find it difficult to stop using my car . It's just so convenient .
Cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment .
Do you have a car ?
No . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it .
Maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it .
You could try . It would save you a lot of money .
That's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs .
If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too !
I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere !
Let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price .
Sounds good ! Let's go !
I see . Here's my Bank Book .
You need to fill out the deposit slip as well . Here you go , Madam .
Thanks .
Oh , what exactly is problem ?
Well , the traffic is very loud . I got no sleep last night .
Oh , I'm so sorry , Sir . I'll see what I can do about that .
I don't always have time to make breakfast .
It's easy to make a quick breakfast .
What do you have for breakfast ?
When I need to make a quick breakfast , I just make some oatmeal , toast , and OJ .
That's a good idea .
It's not time consuming at all .
It doesn't take much time to make ?
Would you like me to make something ?
Why don't you make me some oatmeal and toast ?
I know . I figure as long as there ' s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Yes , especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan . The only problem is , they may have trouble when they go to open up business here .
Why would you say that ?
They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for .
I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable .
Have you ever been to Japan ?
Sure ! I just got back yesterday . I'm still suffering from jet lag .
There are two classes that are still open .
Which days are these classes on ?
The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three .
What about the other class ?
The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 .
Are you sure there are no more open classes ?
I'm positive .
Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday .
Okay , I'll sign you up .
Could I try it on ?
Sure .
Well . It's not my taste . Would you please bring me a short sleeve ?
What a pity .
Of course . Here you are .
Thank you very much .
Fine . I'll be ready in a minute .
Generally speaking , we can if we go at this speed and nothing unexpected happens .
How much more do I have to pay ?
Compared to the shortest route , you may pay around 5 Euro more .
That's acceptable . No one wants to miss a train .
OK ... Here we are . We'll turn left at this cross . To go straight ahead is the shortest route .
Thank you !
I checked it out of the rental library . It only costs five cents a day .
Is it really worth paying for ?
I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter .
If it's any good , I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition .
I'm positive , Ms . Chen .
You saw a ghost ? When ?
It was many years ago , when I was a little child . It was the middle of the night , and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen . I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs , when ...
So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ?
It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ...
So what did you do ?
I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ...
Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ?
It moved slowly up the stairs , step by step , and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs , I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas . He had gone to get a late night snack .
When did you come to America ?
Just a couple of days ago .
Could you recall when and where you lost it ?
I have no idea .
OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ?
That is my friend Tim who lives nearby .
OK . We will contact you as soon as we have any clues .
I think so .
So why not come and join us ? Lee will come as well .
That's great . I will go hiking with you .
Congratulations ! I ' m really glad to hear it ! That should make balancing the books a lot easier !
I have excellent communication skills and I am familiar with the procedures for the last company I worked for . Besides , I am a team player and have great interpersonal skills .
A lot of people feel the same way .
Get your hair done at a good hair saloon . Tell them you are going for a job interview .
Okay .
Buy an expensive suit .
How expensive ?
The more expensive , the better .
I can ' t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ?
That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company .
How ?
If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine .
Is a white blouse okay ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes .
Black ?
Black is good .
White pantyhose ?
No . Dark or skin colored .
Jewelry ?
Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ' t wear too many pieces of jewelry .
How about make up ?
Not much make up .
Perfume ?
Yes , some . But be aware that different people may like different scents .
Thank you , I'll try again later .
No , but I'd like to get something typical in this region .
Well , we have some handmade products . Let me show you some .
They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive .
About how much were you planning to spend ?
No more than one hundred yuan .
Oh , in that case . This one is OK .
Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ?
OK . Wait for a moment , please .
It's still very far away .
How many miles to go ?
We're getting close .
Will we be there soon ?
Here we are .
Where's the hotel ?
It is in front of you .
I see that . That was a nice ride .
I'm glad to hear it .
I don't like Folk music very much .
What kind of music do you like ?
I like classical music . Do you ?
Not very much . Classical music sends me to sleep
I don't believe you .
It ' s true .
You are funny !
So are you ! How about another coffee ?
By the way , please have these suits pressed .
Of course , sir . We will press all the clothes when they are cleaned .
You really do a good job .
Yes , I think so . That would be more than I have wished .
Good . We also have health insurance , bonus and paid vacation . When can you begin to work ?
What about early next week ?
Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes .
Yes , sir .
Can you get it ?
You can be assured of it .
I don't really know for sure yet . I'll tell you after the test on Friday .
I like to use shorthand note taking .
I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff .
Hmm . I never thought about it that way .
One time I tried just listening , no notes , no pictures . I think I really learned more that day .
Oh , Vous are ' volatile organic compounds ' . That's a technical term for solvents or other chemicals found in things like paint .
So , what damage does ozone do to the environment ?
Well , it can cause smog , which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties .
You just turn a deaf ear when she talks .
I have changed a case for it .
Can a handset case be changed ?
Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it .
How many cases are accessible ?
There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all .
It's really going to be fresh all the time .
Oh , you do ? You certainly have a large selection .
Then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people .
Well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit teahouses to associate with others , playing chess , chatting , or simply listening to operas .
What a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted by Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spending power either . Teahouses of today all feature a cozy , comfortable environment , and high-quality services , but can easily cost you a good deal -- just like a coffee bar .
Well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
Kula Lumpur , in Malaysia .
That's fine . If you are travelling outside of Mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao we need to follow the SAFE rules . This means that you can exchange 2,000 USD or equivalent .
That sounds fine . I'll bring in my passport and everything tomorrow . Thanks .
You mean the one starring John Travolta ?
Yeah , that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding .
Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday .
Okay , see you then .
It's a fruit . It has a big stone in it .
Can you eat the stone ?
No . You would break all your teeth on it .
How much are these mangoes ?
The sale price today is $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside .
What country produces them ?
They come from tropical countries .
When did you bring it to us ?
I bought it here three days ago .
Ah yes , I remember now .
Have your mechanics finished yet ?
No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it . Isn ' t that your car ?
Well , it was my car .
Didn't you have a crash ?
That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ?
Well , they're trying to repair it , sir . But to tell you the truth , you need a new car .
Yeah . I'm Brad .
I'm Mary . I can't find my American literature class .
What room is it ?
It's 112 .
It's on the first floor by the nurse's office .
Thanks a lot , Brad . I've got to go before the bell rings .
There is a square in front of us . We can park the car there .
Is a shop there ?
I'm not sure , you know I'm not familiar with the city , too .
You really shouldn ' t write it down . You should memorize it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
Ok , I've entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the keys , right ?
That's right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren't very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
In the first place , I think the whole nation is just fond of the game . It is well grounded with the mass . With huge numbers of people playing ping-pong , we can always spot a handful of potential world champions .
So , the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership .
Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules .
For example ?
They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other .
Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights !
Well , ping-pong is our national sport , and we just have to keep winning one honor after another . That's why many people think such rules acceptable . After all , they are funded out of taxpayers'money .
You are welcome .
Of course . And 2 - week paid vacation a year , a 5 - day work week .
Yes , it's got wireless Internet access .
That's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ?
Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ?
No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go .
Yes , I guess I should try to use it .
You can find an airsick bag in the seat pocket in front of you .
Thank you very much for your kindness .
You are welcome . I'll be back with the warm water in a minute .
Really ? It's unbelievable .
But it's the truth .
Do you have Ginkgo trees here ?
We don't have them here , I'm afraid . Ginkgo trees grow well only in cold weather .
What are these trees opposite to the pine trees ?
They are poplar trees . They are widely used in our lives .
I think I know that .
All right . Here's the lease and the check for the deposit .
Great . You can move in next Monday . Your first month's rent is due then .
Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to Groh simple plants ?
The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything . And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation .
Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ?
I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs .
One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ?
Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4 . 5 billion years ago .
But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans .
I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know .
I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there .
But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness , food storage , and a series of physiological effects .
What is it about this job that appeals to you ?
I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved .
Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider .
I am also wondering about the pay .
Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ?
I am thinking that might be the case .
I think you should give it a shot . What do you have to lose ? You can always change your mind .
Yes please . And I ' d like to be able to make video calls too .
Yes , sir .
Indeed , it's unfair . Households with higher salaries receive larger LPF contributions and thus qualify for larger loans . Lower-income households , on the other hand , can only get smaller loans , or perhaps nothing if they could not afford to purchase any housing .
Like you and me !
Awesome . You'll see that they are really catchy .
Really ?
And not expensive either .
Oh . I don't care about that .
Everybody's buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they are very fashionable , you see .
I'm afraid I'm not interested in fashion . There are so many other really important things in the world .
Actually , it suggest English . The main argument is that English is already being studied as a second language in most countries-china , India , mexico , Nigeria , Pakistan , and japan . So beginning again with a language like Esperanto would be wasteful . The second argument is that English is used in modern technology far more that any other language . Most emails are sent in English and the vast majority of website use English .
Does the article say anything about other language ? How will they survive in an English-speaking world ?
The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language .
Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ' t suddenly going to stop using those languages .
Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers .
In that case , I shall continue to learning a few basic phrases in other languages .
Great minds think alike .
Size 41 . I want something in dark flannel .
How about this one ?
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ?
All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ?
It looks good . But can I try it on ?
Of course . Let me help you .
Thanks . It ' s comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ?
$ 280 .
Ok . I'll take it . Here ' s the money .
You should get plenty of sleep .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
You wanna take some time off , is that right ?
Well , sir , I was just hoping that I might be able to take some unpaid leave this year .
What dates are you planning on taking off ? I ' ll need at least two months notice , so that I can plan for your absence .
I was thinking of taking off from September first until the thirtieth . Would you be okay with that ?
Well , I guess so .
In 2004 , I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou . I started a sales representative . A year later , I was promoted to the position of sales manager . I had that job ever since , which is just over a year now .
Oh , good . Irene , can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant ? Don't you like your present job ?
Frankly , some part of it I enjoy very much , but I prefer something more professional . It happens that I have a friend working here in this company . She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant . I felt very excited at this news . That's why I'm here .
No , I'm sorry . That's all I have . Unless you take a credit card .
Oh , sure . Credit card is fine .
Yes , on the shipper's side , when the cargos arrives , all relevant documents will be forwarded to the consignee . Among other things , this party has to check carefully the content of the packing list and weight list . When cargos are found to be damaged of short landed , this party has to call for a joint survey by representatives of the shipping company and the insurance agent . Based on the survey report , they will lodge a clam for compensation .
If you act as our representative what would you do to safeguard our interest ?
I think , first of all , I would ask the consignee to produce survey report on loading , if they can't produce that I would suggest them to refer the case to their shipper . Meanwhile , bad weather could be agood excuse to refuse the responsibility .
Are you able to operate the telex ?
Yes , I used to dispatch telex to shippers and the consignee to inform them of changes of our schedule and other information .
Now can you tell me if you have a good command of both written and spoken English ?
When I was college , I passed Band Six of College English Test . All the foreign business men I've dealt with say my English is quite good .
If you are selected for the position , you must prepare to travel overseas frequently .
No problem , I love it . Thank you for granting me the interview .
It started yesterday . I didn't eat any supper .
Have you got a temperature ?
I think so . I feel very hot .
Let's see . Yes . You ' Ve got quite a high temperature .
I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts .
Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu .
Is it serious ?
No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine .
How often must I take it ?
Three times a day after meals .
Thank you , Doctor . Goodbye .
10,000 Japanese yen .
OK , Sir . Would that be Fixed or Current Deposit ?
Fixed .
And how long are you depositing for ?
For one year , that's what I usually do . Better interest , you know .
You did ? Wow ! Where did you learn ... ?
Sorry , but I've gotta run . Enjoy your food , and ring the service button if you need anything else !
it's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it .
did you have to pay a deposit ?
no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
how long is your contract for ?
that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
have you started looking again yet ?
not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
May I ask you for a dance ?
Certainly .
You are doing the waltz wonderfully well .
Thanks . I'm glad you say so . Oh , the music has stopped .
Right !
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
I'm in Beijing , at the Weston Hotel .
Do you have your passport with you ? Or do you by any chance know the number ?
I don't have it to hand , but I know the number . It's 16211469 9 . Can you do anything , like stop the card for example ?
Let me repeat that back to you , 16211469 9 . That's just what I've done , Mr Kowalski , I've stopped your card temporarily .
But , what do I do if I need cash ?
You can go to any branch of IBA and request the Emergency Assistance Service . Everything will be taken care of , there's no need to worry .
Thank you so much . I'll find the nearest branch and come in tomorrow . Thanks again for all of your help .
I know , but there was nobody else .
Yes that ' s right . I ' Ve always enjoyed studying . My friends say I ' m a bit of a bookworm , but my father always pushed us to succeed school .
Well , it looks like his encouragement paid off Rebecca . So how about extracurricular activities at University ?
Well I ' Ve always been keen on writing , so I became the editor for the University student newspaper , which I really loved . Also I volunteered for a group called Shelter , to help the homeless in York .
What did that involve ?
Providing warm meals and shelter , especially in the winter months . I found it really fulfilling to be part of that group .
I ' m sure . Okay , now let ' s move on to your work experience , shall we ?
Yes , okay .
Tsinghua University .
I would like to reschedule .
That shouldn't be a problem .
Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
Yes , will that be possible ?
What time would you like us to deliver it ?
Is 2:30 Okay ?
Your delivery has been confirmed .
Thank you , and I'm sorry for the change of plans .
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
I've never seen a movie I don't like that had Harrison Ford in it .
So , is that a yes ?
Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ?
It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main .
Great ! I have a coupon for free popcorn at that theater !
I was . It ' s just that the holidays are coming up and I won ' t be able to home because I can ' t afford the airfare . I ' m just longing for some of the comforts of home , like my mom ' s cooking and being around my family .
Yeah , it can get pretty lonely over the holidays . When I first got here , I ' d get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home . I almost let it get to me , but then I started going out , keeping myself busy and before I knew it , I was used to to it .
I see what you mean , but I ' m still bummed out .
OK . how does this sound . let ' s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there !
You know , I could really go for that . You don ' t mind being my wingman for tonight ?
Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ' night out ... well kinda ...
Great ! I must warn you though , whatever happens , don ' t let me go on a drinking binge . Trust me , it ' s not a pretty picture !
That's what's hanging on my mind recently .
I'd like a banker's draft please . It's not really urgent .
What kind of errands do we need to run ?
Well , we could go to the newsagent's to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher's to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist's to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I'll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
Fine , we'll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
Sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We're only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
Ok , let's go then !
Do you have any money ?
For what ?
For our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
You said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
we are very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience .
What's the matter ?
We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes
Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ?
I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most .
ha , well , we have no choice .
No . I don ' t think that ' s possible . Some places are sure to be open .
But the bank should be closed so we shouldn't to be able to get any money .
Mmm , you may be right .
Do you think we ' ll need our overcoats ?
No . We couldn ' t possibly .
Why not ?
It will be summer . So it will be hot .
Is that very likely in England ?
Yes . It could happen .
Take care and give my best to your parents .
Good-bye . Hope to see you soon again next year .
Don't forget to call us if you're in Tokyo .
We are arriving at Tiananmen . Please get ready for your arrival .
Is it Wangfujing ?
No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing .
OK .
Please get ready .
Thank you .
We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready .
Is this where I get off ?
Yes .
I have checked the weather report . It says it will be cloudy , but no rain .
Just take my umbrella in case of rain .
Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food .
Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain .
Me , too , haha .
Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand .
All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office .
It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair .
OK , after we finish our preparation , we'll go to the supermarket .
Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ?
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
Welcome here again .
Right now the cable isn't working .
Could you tell me when it will be back on ?
The cable should be running again in a couple of days .
In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience .
Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ?
It'll be free until it comes back on .
Thanks , I appreciate your help .
Thank you for all your patience .
I am going to miss you , too .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I will write to you as soon as I get there .
According to the newspaper , the town was razed by an earthquake and more than 10 thousand people died in the earthquake .
It's horrible .
Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area .
Yes . How about donating some money ?
It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ?
Just find the answer through Internet .
Yes , let's do it now .
We do not allow any request for a loan against personal security . This is a common regulation . But we may consider it if you can provide a reliable guarantor .
Yes , I can . You know Mr . Macready , the famous car dealer here in New York . He agreed to act as my guarantor of a loan in the sum of US $ l0 , 000 until the end of this year .
Good . He is a man of high standing . I think we can grant the loan you need after some further discussion . But I suggest you borrow on overdraft instead of on loan .
Yeah , I don't mind it either . We ' ll both end up rich slobs and not need it , but what if we do , you know ?
Yeah . It won't be much , but at least we ' ll have a monthly check when we get old .
Yeah , my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive .
Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it .
Really ? No , they couldn't . None of them would have jobs if they did .
Easy stuff . But thanks . And the admiration is mutual .
It is ?
You're selling invoking subscriptions like nobody's business . And we don't even have a working demo yet .
I can't take the credit for that . I'm just Zina's assistant . She's the pro .
Sure . She is the ideal girl , the one I had dreamed of .
What type of girl is she ?
She is the mature , stable , feminine type . I hope one day I can marry her .
Oh , that's great . You're serious this time .
We did , but since she started her new job , all she does is hang out with her new friends from work .
Can't you hang out with them , too ?
I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out .
Maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you .
I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her .
It can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you .
You're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore .
She's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend .
I've given her enough time . I'm over it now .
I still think you two should try to patch things up .
I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways .
I do it every once in a while .
How long have you known how to do that ?
I first learned how to do it in high school .
Did you take some sort of art class or something ?
That was my favorite class .
You have got to be talented .
Thanks .
If only I was talented .
You have a talent . You just don't know what it is yet .
I see your reservation on my computer . Let me just cancel it , and you'll be all set !
Thanks . I'll call again when things get better at home .
You're welcome .
Yes , if any one is available . But not over the wing .
I am sorry , there is no window seat in the non-smoking room .
It doesn't matter , I will take an aisle seat .
I ' m asking about overdraft fees .
You have to pay a small fee every time you overdraft .
What ' s the fee ?
The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft .
How is that a small fee ?
That fee should keep you from overdrafting .
I ' ll say .
Do you have any more questions ?
I don ' t need to know anything else . Thank you .
Really ? I thought I was doing well .
Your performance so far is not quite in line with what we expect for our executives . I hope I ' Ve made my point .
Why do you say that ?
Why ? Are you kidding me ? A guy like that is hard to find . Few boys are so caring , so patient , and did I mention he is hottie ?
You really think so ?
Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ' s head over heels in love with you , too .
I sure hope so .
How about As Long as You Love Me ? You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we couldn't put up with it , and would have moved out .
Sure .
When is the product going to be on the market ?
It will be released next month .
So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages .
We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold .
Well , it's sounding good ! I'm looking forward to that .
I'm not sure .
Not too worry , so tell me about yourself .
Don't be silly .
Thank you . I suppose I should go to see a doctor .
Where is the pipe ?
The pipe is in my bathroom .
Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ?
The pipe has been leaking for a couple days .
You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ?
Yes , I ' m aware of that .
Is that all right ?
I just need the problem fixed .
I ' ll get started on it now .
Let's pull out your scores so far . Do you think you are doing OK ?
I am afraid that I might not be doing all that well .
I'm seeing that you are doing OK in some areas , but not so well in others .
I think I could take better notes and read a little more .
You can greatly improve your grades by always reflecting on what you can improve on .
I'm working on it !
Just do your best and I am sure that you will see improvement .
Many things are troubling me . I don't know whether I should come and go .
That's where the shoe pinches .
Well , sure it is . Actually , I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago . I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day . Now I limit it to 6 cigarettes a day .
You have made a big progress . Quitting smoking is not an easy job . But it will be rewarding in the long run .
Thank you for your suggestion .
You ' re welcome .
I see . How long does it take you to reach the office every day ?
Well , about an hour or so .
Wow , that ' s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ?
No . I take public transportation . It's safer .
You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle .
Well , both have advantages and disadvantages .
Sure it is . I really hate to get caught in a traffic jam .
Dear , forgive me . I won ' t do that again .
We need to think about what she might like . What are her interests ?
If I remember right , she likes music , skiing , and reading .
You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ?
Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are .
Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert .
Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now .
Good ! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift .
That ' s why the program has attracted so many star-wanna-bes .
But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days . There's no such program on this year .
Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal .
No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite .
And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' .
The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' .
I think producers are underestimating the audience . They should think of better ways to entertain the general public .
Didn't he sell worthless stocks to people or something ? He got arrested for that , didn't he ?
He got arrested all right .
If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison .
Yup , that's him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless .
I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He's still a millionaire .
That's the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail .
I know . And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years .
Yup , you got it . Criminals in America do a lot better if they're white-collar thieves .
So what's Michael Milliken up to these days ?
He's giving lectures on business at colleges .
That's not the same . Maybe you want to buy running-shoe-style shoes , but not real running shoes .
What's the difference ?
There isn't much difference . But there is some difference . For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive . They have very lightweight materials . They ' re designed for serious runner
And what are running-shoe-style shoes ?
They look like running shoes . They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too . But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners . You can use them for exerce
But they aren't as light , right ?
That's right . If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe .
That's what I want . For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care .
But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money .
My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too .
Well , do what you like . There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though . You don't have to buy the most expensive .
I want the best . My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet .
Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ?
No , but she exercises more than me .
I really think you are stubborn about some things . But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes .
Here it is . This is what my sister has .
Yes , that's it . That's their top model .
I wonder if they have my size .
Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ?
Here in America , it's six .
Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars . Wow , what a waste of money !
It's none of your business . Let me try them on .
All right . Now what do I do ?
Start the car .
Which way do you want me to go ?
Take a left .
How far do you want me to go ?
I'll tell you when to stop .
Just make sure to tell me beforehand .
We're back now , so why don't you try parking ?
Well , that was fun . Let's do it again soon .
I can ' t bear being near cats . They don ' t seem to like me either .
I like wild animals . I don ' t like spiders and snakes . I think spiders and snakes are disgusting .
I ' m fond of snakes . I think they ' re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ' s because they have so many legs .
I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur .
I agree . I ' m carry about mice . I think they ' re so cute !
really ? I don ' t see the attraction . I ' m afraid of mice .
Of course . You don't have to come here and we will drop you off at your hotel .
Woo , that's quite convenient .
Well , I am thinking about redesigning my kitchen .
Do you prefer some specific style ?
Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design .
What kind of color tones do you like ?
Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright .
I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ?
I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing .
Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it .
No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ?
Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ?
Of course . This is my card . See you then .
Yeah , that is the holiday is hot , isn't it ?
Around 6 o'clock .
This is the right bus .
Do you let me know where to get off ?
Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ' ll call out the stops .
Thank you .
I apologize for everything disturbing you . We will give another room to you right now . Please wait a moment .
Let's go . It sounds interesting .
Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ?
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Instead of walking . you can take this shuttle to get you there faster .
Do you think the plane will leave without me ?
No , I'll call the attendants at the gate to tell them that you are on your way .
Thank you so much . I really appreciate that .
I am used to editing with Word 2003 , and there are many pictures in the book .
It's beyond question . You can save it the same as a document .
I merely know how to send the direct letter . But I am not familiar with the attachment .
It's the same as usual . The only difference lies in that you need to paste the book as an attachment .
Can I mail the book if it is a large file ?
There are limitations to the capacity of an E-mail . Commonly it's no more than 4 MB .
What if it exceeds the capacity ?
You can divide it into several documents to mail . Or you can download the mentioned software from the warning .
Mary's father is a rich man , isn't he ?
You are right , Mary's father is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . I think he must spend much money .
Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ?
Yes . Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet .
Oh , I'll try to catch it .
Can we adjust the pitch a little ? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key .
I already tried that . Nothing seems to help .
Hey ! Where are you going ... ?
Coing out for a walk .
I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get the class .
Sure .
How about 560 436 4040 .
I ' m sorry . This number has already been registered .
How about 560-436-8976 ?
This number is ok . It ' s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ?
As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ?
Sure .
Thanks .
Then why couldn't I get strike on the first ball ?
The problem is you are too nervous . You want to have a strike so much , so you deliver the ball too hard . And when it comes to the I second roll , there's no pressure . That's why you could bowl all those spares .
Really ? I will try again .
I can ' t promise , but I ' ll do my best .
Great -- That ' ll be big help , Ms . Green .
Thank you .
How do you think of the weather today ?
I don't like the weather like this . Cold and rainy . Hope it become sunny as soon as possible .
I doubt it , I'll deal with it right away . Luckily it wasn ' t a glass of red wine , I ' ll just get a bowl of water and a cloth .
I ' m going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag .
Afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks .
Yes , he ' s very good .. isn ' t he ? He told some funny stories too .
Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being very serious .
I think that she had a litter too much of the punch .
What did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong .
That ' s my little secret . Did you like the snacks that I prepared ?
Very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ' t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves .
That cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ' s that stain ?
All cleaned up . Are you ready to start on the washing up ?
Take a look at the newest Barbie -- Digital Barbie .
She's beautiful . What's the price for Digital Barbie ?
Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29 . 95 plus tax .
Only $ 29 . 95 ? I'll buy it , of course .
Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ?
Thank you , but no . This will do it for now .
Tax brings your total to $ 32 . 42 . How would you like to pay ?
Cash , please .
Here's your change . Thank you .
Just as usual , you know .
I've been snowed under with since my bosses away on business .
Me too . Do you think we are boring people ?
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
Why not ?
Can't you see the notes here ?
I'm sorry . I can't . What does the note say .
It says ' No smoking ' .
Sorry , I'm very near sighted .
Well , that's cool .
Will you be able to make it ?
I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry .
What do you have to do ?
I'm having dinner with my family
Maybe you can come next time .
I'll make sure and come to your next party .
I'll look for you at my next party .
I'll be there .
That's true .
Are you sure we weren't supposed to get off already ?
I don't know .
I thought you knew where we get off at .
I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop .
Seriously ?
Yeah , we definitely missed our stop .
That's the last time I get on a bus with you .
My bad . sorry !
That sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall .
Right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
Then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
We can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
This path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
Yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
Then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
That ' s right .
How long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
That ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
Yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
In Boston .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bought the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Yes , but I need to borrow some more money .
Well . In that case we can offer you a private educational loan .
What's the interest rate ?
It's 7 . 2 % , fixed-rate loan .
How do I go about taking it out ?
Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify .
All right , thank you !
It's easy . Is there anything I can do for you , sir ?
Well . I have nearly forgotten . Mr Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me , but I will be very busy at that time . If he calls , you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week .
I will leave a memo for you , sir .
Well , the scene of the hero's struggle with enemies impressed me the most .
I loved it , too . To tell you the truth , I even dropped tears .
Actually , tears also came to my eyes .
It has got this year's Oscar Award .
It deserves it . The film gave us a lot of inspiration .
Well , it ' s a bit of a mixed bag in Utah today . we ' Ve got heavy cloud cover here in Northern Utah , and we ' re calling for scattered showers throughout the day , with a day-time high of forty-five degrees . Now , if we move down to the south of the state , we can see that a cold front is moving in . We can expect clear skies , but it will be quite cold , with temperatures hovering around the thirty degree mark .
It ' s a chilly day folks , so don ' t forget your coats ! What about tomorrow Kenny ? Do you have good news for us ?
Well , it ' ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah . we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South . we ' ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees .
You heard it folks ! It ' s gonna be a cold one !
That ' s right Bill . We will have more later on today on the six o ' clock news . That ' s the weather forecast for this morning .
Sometimes it's wise to be direct with people . Come on , just tell me . Don't beat around the bush , please !
Well . Since you ' d like an honest answer , I will tell you the truth .
Alright . What is that you want to tell me ?
We ' Ve won two free tickets to Hawaii for a seven-day vacation !
What ? Are you serious ? Oh , my gosh ! There will be guys everywhere .
What are you talking about ?
I have never used an ATM before .
I can show you how to use it .
How do I use it ?
You need to push your card into the machine .
What ' s next ?
Enter your PIN .
What else do I have to do ?
Every option you can choose will appear on the screen . That ' s about it .
I have been married for three years .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are four people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My husband , my mother-in-law , my daughter and I .
Oh , my God ! John , I didn ' t know you are religious . You just look like a scientific kook , like Leonard in the Big Bang Theory .
Come on , Han Maimed , don ' t make a fuss . A lot of Americans , including many scientists , believe in religion .
But I ' m really surprised . I thought science and religion are not compatible , are they ?
Yes , they are compatible . Actually , the U . S . is both the most developed and the most religious country in the world .
I've heard about it a little bit before , but I don ' t understand . How can people believe in God since they know God doesn't exist ?
That ' s a little complicated . You ' ll get to know it when you are acquainted with the U . S . history later on . Religion was and is a part of American people ' s life . Guess what ? Even Harvard University , which is a highly academic institution , is in a sense the product of religion .
Really ?
Absolutely ! It was founded by a group of Puritan immigrants from England .
Why was it founded by the Puritans ? Where were the atheistic educators ?
Because most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans .
How come ? I mean why most of them were religious people ?
That ' s because in the 16th and 17th century , there was a series of religious reforms in England . Many religious separatists were persecuted and fled to other countries .
So , you mean people didn't enjoy religious freedom in England ?
Yes , that's why Puritans moved to the New World , where they believed they could establish a heaven for Puritans . Later on , it was these Puritans who founded Harvard College .
Why did they want to found a college ?
Many Puritans had received classic style of higher education in Oxford University and Cambridge University back in England . They hoped that their descendants could receive this kind of education as well .
Oh , I see .
Actually Harvard was first named ' New College ' , without a formal name .
When did it begin to be called Harvard University ?
In 1639 , it was renamed after its major benefactor John Harvard . Interestingly , JohnHarvard himself was a clergyman .
It seems that Harvard was predestined to be influenced by religion .
Therefore , it ' s not exaggerate to claim that had there not been religion , there would note Harvard .
Wow , I didn ' t know that religion had played such an important role in Harvard history .
Religion has been playing an indispensible part in Harvard history as well as the U . S .
I finally begin to get to know Harvard . It seems that my knowledge of Harvard is rather poor . I have a lot work to do before applying for Harvard .
Remember that Harvard is a part of the United States . So you have to know the U . S . history and culture if you want to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard . The two are closely related .
That ' s right . I have a lot to learn from you .
You can ask me any question at any time .
What time does the 7 fifty-nine get to London ?
At 9 thirty-six . And the 9 eighteen gets to London at 9 fifty-five , the 10 thirty-two at 11 nine .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19 and the next is at 19 forty .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Well , we're really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want .
Great , I'm glad we'll be able to do business together . I'll have some quotations ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . As well , would you mind if I asked to see the Loyd's surveyor report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
so did i . I ran the ideas by a few people before the meeting and their ideas seemed to have the supports of some people .
so what happened in the meeting ?
one or two people didn ' t take to my ideas very well . That was to be expected . The worst thing was that the people who said the idea were good before the meeting didn ' t support me during the meeting .
I wonder why not . We could always revise the suggestions , to take into account any objections .
that ' s good advice , but I ' m not confident that even revised proposals will be accepted .
may I make a suggestion ?
sure . I ' m open to any reasonable suggestions .
Is there a chance you could contact the client confidentially and see what they think ? If they like your ideas , perhaps they could put them forward as their own proposals . You won ' t get credit for ide
I ' m not sure that ' s a good idea .
go on . Take a chance . You could just hint at your idea . The client should be smart enough to take a hint .
We've got to put more buzz words into the page text , so it will pop up when people search about our kind of products .
Yeah , you're right . We've got to get the most popular phrases there ... How else can we boost site traffic ?
I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out .
I guess we could also put out a few advertisements for our website inside of the search engine . I would like to find the most effective way to let people know about our site and our products .
It is not too late . Pass your ticket to me , please .
How much is the cancellation fee ?
Five Yuan .
Thanks .
Here is your working place . Nancy will come to show you how to set up the telephones . I'm going to call her now so that you can get started . Is that OK ?
Yes , that's OK . I'm glad to get started .
If you have any further questions , just ask me .
OK . Thank you very much .
You are welcome . Have a nice day .
Good .
No ... We shouldn't have any problem with that . I know we talked about a possibility for 90 days , but we won't be needing that after your discounted price .
So , if all this is agreeable to you , I'll put it all down on paper and fax a contract to you this afternoon . If you can get a signed version of the contract we've agreed upon back to me by tomorrow morning , we can go ahead and make arrangements to ship the product on Tuesday .
Great !
Well , they are pretty new . I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet .
How did you feel about the food ?
The food wasn't all that exciting .
I don't think that the service was good , either .
Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience .
Would you like to return to this restaurant ?
Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down .
Yes , because a real man doesn't need Mom to worry about him so much . He can do things by himself .
Sure !
Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous .
Superman is not afraid of any danger .
Do you remember the rules of road safety ?
What ?
Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side .
Don't play on the street or make any noise .
Yes , so you still remember , ah .
Dear Mom , please permit of superman's naughty .
A nice quiet house is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , gentleman . Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK .
That sounds just wonderful to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about this afternoon ?
Fine . I'll be expecting you around two .
Really ? He looks so young .
It is best to start a little low on the first bid to allow for a counter-offer . How about offering three hundred and twenty thousand dollars ?
I hope that the owners aren ' t insulted by that offer .
Your offering price is not out-of-line . The owners will either take it or make a counter-offer .
Does it usually take very long for the owners to get back to you with an acceptance ?
It usually doesn ' t take very long for owners to respond to an offer .
Should I be in touch with my bank to tell them to get the loan papers ready ?
The only thing you should do now is relax . You already are pre-qualified for your loan .
I surely am . But still there is one single problem .
What's that ?
I eat more and more these days . And it puts even more weight on me .
It's not good to start with too much work-out at the beginning . What about trying something else ?
I'd love to do that . What do you recommend ?
More and more people are warm up to Yoga these days . Do you want to have a try ?
Do you think it's a good option for health and relaxation ?
Absolutely . But it takes great perseverance to master .
I can so that .
Here is a free class going on right over there . Go and join them .
How did it go ?
Everything was okay when it started , but the music made me drowsy . So I think I may have dozed off for a minute over there .
What ' s wrong with it ?
I believe it was declined .
You ' re kidding me !
Do you have another card I could try ?
I only have one card .
Do you have cash , perhaps ?
I don ' t have any cash on me .
You ' re not going to be able to take these items today .
I ' ll be back tomorrow .
It's all the way to the back . See that yellow door ?
Yeah . I think I can find it .
You're back already . That sure was quick .
That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me .
Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time .
Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway .
Okay , let's go !
Really ? That is amazing .
Of course not . There are so many people here today .
Yes . I can't even find a seat .
I'm going to miss you folks , too .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I'll drop you a line as soon as I get there .
No , not really ... I ' m completely at a loss .
Well , you can give her a set of pearl earrings , or this beautiful heart-shaped pendant . What is her favorite gemstone ?
That purple one . I ' m sorry ... I ' Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ' m kind of nervous .
Don ' t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ' s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ' s a great statement piece .
Oh ... wow . That ' s really pretty . Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ?
We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece -- it ' s both glamorous yet functional . If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her .
Jess ? Well , she ' s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ' s very feminine ...
Perhaps you could give her a ring ?
Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ' Ve just been so nervous .
Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose !
Okay , I ' Ve decided . I ' m going to pop the question !
Fabulous ! We should look at engagement rings then ! Now that ' s a whole other section .
Me , too . I'm always in low spirits when it rains . Are you going out tomorrow ?
Yes . I have to drive to Washington D . C .
What bad luck !
Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ?
Yeah , maybe you are right !
Is this case yours ?
No , that's not mine .
What about this one ? This one's got a label .
Let me see it .
What's you name and address ?
David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street .
That's right . D . N . Hall . 83 . Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Hey !
What ' s the matter ?
This case doesn't belong to me ! You've given me the wrong case !
Where ? my car ?
No , mine !
Thank goodness !
I've just had it repainted .
That's terrible .
I am sorry to say this , sir , but you should've been more careful .
I apologize for that . But the space is too small .
What about the damage to my car ? What are you gonna do about that ?
Can we solve this later ? I am calling the insurance company .
OK . I gotta call mine too .
In that case , here , you go first .
Oh , really ? Who won ?
Our school did . They played really well .
Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go .
Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting .
So what was the score ?
The score was 101-98 .
Man , that was a really close game .
That's what made it so great .
I'll make sure and make it to the next one .
What time will he be back ?
Around five thirty .
This afternoon ?
Yes . May I ask who's calling ?
This is his friend , Greg .
Okay . I'll tell him you called .
Thanks .
I think perhaps the news stories in it are truthful and accurate . It also has a special page about the stock market ; maybe this is the real reason for its popularity . Many people are now speculating in the stock market .
I can predict it will have the largest circulation in one or two years .
Who's playing ?
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
I see .
I think you can go to visit the museum . It's worth seeing . You can go to the square some other time .
Good idea . Thanks a billion .
Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
OK , we will make it ready for you .
Thank you .
I hope that it does rain .
You like the rain ?
The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it .
I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner .
I love most how it is at night after it rains .
How come ?
You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains .
I would love for it to rain today .
I would too .
Do you like sports , Janice ?
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
I am from China .
Did you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
Would you open this suitcase , please ?
Sure .
Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ?
Yup .
Is this camera a gift for someone ?
No , it's my camera for personal use .
You have to pay tax for this camera .
No , please don't . It's is for my personal use .
You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera .
Almost all are for my friends in the States .
Yes , he is .
John Bradley .
Just a moment , sir , while I look through our list . Yes , we do have a reservation for you , Mr . Bradley . Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you ?
Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ?
Sure . Here you are .
What should I fill in under the room number ?
You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on .
Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly .
Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ?
Oct 24th .
Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk .
Ok , I will take good care of it .
And now if you are ready Mr . Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room .
Yes , I am ready . Thank you .
I hope you enjoy your stay with us .
I will try .
That's a dandy idea . Thank you for reminding me .
Because it's off-season , we got a really good package deal to Paris , so we went there .
I've always wanted to go to Paris . The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world ! Did you go to the top ?
That was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ?
Sure . What's this one a picture of ?
Oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city .
You don't look very happy in that picture .
No , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces !
So what did you do ?
We spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel .
My travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ?
Of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though .
That's what everyone says ! I can't wait to see it for myself some day .
The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes . Otherwise why would they allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy ?
I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keep up the cutthroat competition . If you can't beat'em , join'em .
That'll be most helpful .
Maybe we could start with the Design Department . And then we could look at the production line .
How much do you spend on design development every year .
About 10 % of the gross sales .
That's fine .
How's this then ? We propose partial shipment . We can ship whatever is ready to meet your urgent need instead of waiting for the whole lot to get ready .
Sounds like a good idea .
We propose to deliver 50 % in June and the balance in Aug .
I agree with your proposal .
Don ' t boast and don ' t be modest .
What do you mean by this ? You can ' t do the two things at the same time .
Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ' re competent . Don ' t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ' re talking big .
I see .
Try to be natural , alert and interested .
You ' Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much .
My pleasure . Good luck to you .
How would I go about applying for this service ?
All you need to do is sign up at any one of our branches and you can use the service right away .
That's so simple . I'll come by my local branch later this afternoon and get it set up . Thank you very much , Tina .
It's a pleasure . Thanks for calling Lincoln Bank .
Yes . How are you , Anna ?
I am fine . What have you been doing ?
Working . I've been really busy these days . I got a promotion .
That's great , congratulations !
Thanks . I am feeling pretty good about myself too . You know , bigger office , a raise and even an assistant .
That's good . So I guess I'll have to make an appointment to see you .
You are kidding .
How long have you been working there ?
A bit over two years . This is a fast-moving company , and seniority isn ' t the only factor in deciding promotions .
How do you like your new boss ?
She is very nice and open-minded .
Much better than the last one , huh ?
Yeah . He was a real slave driver . He probably would have loved it if we were robots .
Forget about him . Come over to my house tonight . Let's get drunk .
Good . Tonight 8 o'clock .
8 it is . See you then .
Bye .
With milk but without sugar , please .
Then how about the wine ? Is white wine OK ?
Yes , please .
What is the whether like in Washington at this time of this year ?
Autumn is also very nice In Washington .
Is it very cold in winter there ?
No . it isn ' t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter .
Does it rain a lot in summer there ?
Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily
How about here in Beijing ?
There ' s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn
I feel it ' s rather dry here
That ' s true . many people from the south don ' t like the whether here .
Are you from south ?
No . I ' m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually .
I see . So this is your hometown ?
And I got it on sale .
That's incredible !
No , I've been coming for the last 3 years . Each year keeps getting better . Where are you from ?
I'm from Long Island , New York . What about yourself ?
I'm from the other side of the coast--Los Angeles .
Wow . I really like California ... the weather there is much better than the East Coast .
Have you been to California ?
Just once . Quite a few years ago we took the kids to Disneyland on our vacation . They had a blast .
How many kids do you have ?
Two , a boy and a girl . They ' re already grown now .
Well , California ' s changed over the last little while . You should come back out sometime .
Of course , Jim . Have I met Tom before ?
Mm -- hmm . You met him last summer . He is small and very smart .
Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ?
Yes .
I've been invited over to a friend's . And you ?
My roommate's having a party .
Here it is . Let's go .
OK . Nothing serious . He just wants us to be with him .
What's it about ?
Sorry , I've no idea .
I saw her dating with her ex-boyfriend again .
I understand that . But I think maybe it's not a date . You are taking the matter too much to heart .
Maybe . But it still gets on my nerves .
So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ?
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
When can I know whether I'm accepted or not ?
In about 3 to 4 days .
Yes , but you have to pay for it .
Well , in that case please give me some free drink .
Wait a minute , I will bring you some juice .
Beef , please .
This lamb's very good .
I like lamb , but my husband doesn't .
What about some steak ? This is a nice piece .
Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too .
Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice .
No , thank you . My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken .
To tell you the truth Mrs . Bird , I don't like chicken , either !
Well , I have acrophobia . I have a chronic fear of flying .
Oh really ? I have an uncle who is also terrified of flying . It ' s not that bad though , I mean , it is pretty scary to be in this big machine flying through the air at seven hundred miles per hour . I actually have arachnophobia .
You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia .
I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad .
Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak .
Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds .
We are such weirdos right ?
I sure did . How about you ?
I voted for him .
I have complete confidence in our new President .
Is that right ?
I know he will help change America .
I hope so , because America needs a change .
I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected .
I agree with you completely .
I ' m not worried about our country now that it ' s in his hands .
The gym is just below the lobby . Take the elevator or the stairs . You can't miss it .
Is there an additional surcharge for the gym ?
No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in .
What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ?
The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day .
Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ?
Unfortunately , no . If you want a trainer , you'll have to use another gym .
Your company is well-known for its good corporate profile and rapid growing records . I want to work for a company that can display my abilities and talents .
I'm in between jobs at the moment .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
Not really . We need to dismantle the conveyor belt and replace the rollers .
I didn't realize that .
You didn't ?
Nobody has told me anything about your party .
Did you want to go ?
When does it start ?
At 8
I'll be there .
I'd better see you there .
Of course .
Jack .
Yes Sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill up these forms , please ?
The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ?
Yes , Sir . That's correct .
How's the shirt ?
Son , it looks great on you .
I'm a medical case .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
Yes , it is really hard . But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally . When you work , you can accumulate a lot of experience . Besides , you need to learn a lot of things while you are working .
I've been fed up with study .
But whether you like it or not , there ' s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively .
Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ?
You have no choice , so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time .
Really ? I've already opened this one . Say , this is sweet , and it's just what I need to go with my new suit . Thank you ever so much .
I'm terribly sorry . You know we are so busy today and we forget to sew the button back on . Please wait a moment . It will be ready soon .
OK , please .
Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ?
Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt .
It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think .
It's been several days now , I am not sure .
Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go .
Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ?
I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time .
OK , I will .
This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time .
Thanks a lot .
Hope to see you again . We will provide the best service .
Oh , I see .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
Right . Let's go and find some fun .
Are there the records of Michael Jackson ?
His records have been sold out . The new copies will be available next week .
Oh . it's too late . Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look .
I'm sure the security is very tight . Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport .
So I can't take my gun then .
Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun .
Yes , it's true I don't .
You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested !
What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ?
No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much .
I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI . But how long does the White House tour last ?
I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour .
Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast .
First I want to look in the travel guide . Maybe they don't have tours in the morning .
That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ?
No , I'm fine .
Yes .
For how long ?
I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks .
Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ?
After I've eaten , it goes away for a while .
Do you feel nauseous ?
Yes , occasionally .
Do you have regular bowel movements ?
I think so .
Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much .
Is it serious ?
Not too serious , but it'll take you some time to recover , so you'll need to be patient .
Do you take American Express ?
No , we don't .
Ok , I'll use my Visa . Here you are .
Thank you ... please sign on the line .
You know , he is a taxi driver . He has to have his eyes peeled all the time when he drives , especially during the rush hour .
I'm here on business .
What line of business are you in ?
I import canned food .
What are you talking about ?
The nation is switching to digital TV .
Oh . Of course I'm ready .
Did you buy the converter ?
No , I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV .
How much was that ?
It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen .
Does it pick up any digital channels ?
Oh , yes . I get six Korean channels but nothing in English !
About RIB 12,000 .
Please let me have your name and your savings account number if you remember it .
I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number .
Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000
Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account .
OK .
Sure . Meet me at five .
It depends . But usually it's about 15 days .
Do you eat any special food for the festival ?
Yes , dumpling is a must . There is also other food . For example , people eat chicken for good luck .
That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ?
Yes , it's really wonderful !
Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing .
I'm sure you'll have a good time .
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
I think I'm in love .
Are you ? Who's the lucky girl ?
Her name is Jenny .
How did you meet her ?
We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other .
What do you like best about her ?
She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time .
I guess it was fate working to bring you together .
Whatever brought us together , I'm happy .
You can tell the utility company what day you are moving in , and they will transfer the utilities to your name .
There are a few things that we want to do to the place , like painting and carpet cleaning .
Take advantage of the house being empty to clean and paint . It will be harder to do after the furniture and appliances have arrived .
I asked the store to deliver my new appliances on the day we are moving in .
That will be good . You are going to want your stove and refrigerator right away .
I could use some help on moving day . What are you doing on Saturday ?
I think I am getting a fever and will be too sick to help you . Here , feel how hot my head is !
Oh , speaking of the conductor , he is indeed a genius . He did a perfect job . His name is Menuhin , a descendent of Russian American immigrants .
Oh , I learned that he is also a legendary violinist .
Absolutely right . He gave a performance of Felix Mendelssohn's violin concerto . That caused a sensation . The audience were stunned by his pure tone .
Obviously you did enjoy the concert .
Yes , I did .
I can try to arrange that for you .
I proposed to my wife in your restaurant and I would like the same table if I can .
Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ?
It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf .
You're in luck . We still have that little table .
Done !
OK . May I see your ID card ? ( B passed his ID card . ) Please wait for a moment . Let me go and check the account . ( A few minutes later . ) We have locked your card . You can come here to renew the account and get a new card a week later . Your money will not be lost .
Thank goodness .
Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge .
OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later .
See you !
How about going to dance ? There is a very good nightclub nearby .
That's a great idea . Let's go ... Oh , the dance hall looks very nice and the music is wonderful .
I'm glad you like it . The band is called " Four and One " . They are especially good at playing rock and roll .
That's great ! I love to dance to fast music .
Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ?
Yes , disco dancing is my favorite . It ' s great fun and good exercise as well .
OK . Let's disco .
Now the band is playing a slow dance .
That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ?
Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance .
All right . Let me get you something to drink .
Yes , I think I am quite fluent in English . I got the certificate of the Secondary English Training last month .
Do you know what the responsibilities are for a stewardess ?
The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important .
Are you in good health ?
I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition .
Have you had any nursing experience ?
Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital .
How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ?
My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems .
What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing .
If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ?
I'll try to speak in another language or I'll try my best to use gestures and draw pictures .
Ah , I ' m going to the pub to watch the football .
Oh really ? I ' ll come along with you if that ' s ok .
Sure , you ' re more than welcome . I ' m meeting everyone at three o ' clock .
Oh great , I ' ll see you there !
Certainly . Come back soon .
In the early 70s . We ' ll soon be celebrating the 30th anniversary .
Congratulations !
Thank you .
How many employees do you have in this plant ?
500 . We ' re running on three shifts .
Does the plant work with everything from the raw material to the finished product ?
Our associates specializing in these fields make some access - ries . Well , here we ' re at the production shop . Shall we start with the assembly line ?
That ' s fine .
By telephone and in my name .
Please wait a moment . I'll check it in the computer . Thanks for your waiting . You've booked 10 standard rooms for trade negotiation for March 5th , 6th and 7th , is it correct ?
Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ?
Let me check the reservation list . Fortunately , we have just 10 standard rooms available for the three days .
I wouldn ' t say that I had the time of my life but at least everything went without a hitch .
Well , hang in there . In twenty years , you ' ll fell it was well worth it !
Well , we hit it off with each other . Nothing more , nothing much .
What is the length of time that you have worked at the job you have now ?
I have been at the job I now have for 2 years , and I have been with the company for 6 years total .
Do you receive any other income ?
I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit .
Do you know what your credit score is ?
I don ' t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good !
You are in good shape . Figuring in your other expenses , you can easily afford a house costing seven hundred thousand or maybe even a little more !
Things couldn't be better . Where are you going now ?
I am heading for the library . I've got a research project to do . How about you ?
I'm going to the English class . It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run .
See you later , alligator .
After a while , crocodile .
I thought she'd be happy .
Yeah , especially since she got a promotion recently .
I don't know . Maybe it ' s some kind of personal problem .
well , there is a play on campus this weekend .
good idea . that ' s why i think i have culture . you have any other suggestions ?
what's the matter with these ideas ?
They are good , but i still need a few more .
what about going on a picnic ?
Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ?
you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ?
they are all good .
I am not good at picking gifts . Maybe you can ask if there's anything she needs to make it easier ?
I don't think so . That way it would lose all the charm . I want it to be a surprise . I want to show her that I care about her and I hope our friendship will last .
yeah , that's nice .
hmm , I think I've got an idea . Maybe I can get her an ever-green plant to take back home .
a plant ? That's creative . I'm sure ever time she waters it she'll think of you . But there is a problem . Do you think it'll be able to go through the customs ?
I hope so . I'll make sure to get a small one so she can put it into her suitcase . I hope it won't cause her trouble at the border .
I don't know . I think the idea of a plant going across borders with a friend is really exciting but maybe seeds would be safer . You don't want to get her in trouble .
Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations .
Cheers . You guys didn't drive , did you ?
No , we walked . Why , do you need us to carry some stuff home later ?
No , it's just that it's a holiday . With everyone out partying , there's a lot of drunk driving .
I ' m sorry . She isn ' t in at the momment . She will come back at half past nine . Can I take a message for her ?
Thank you . But I will call her later .
OK . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Good . I am here visiting my girlfriend . I want her to have a good time .
Oh , is that so ? Well , then . Let me show you something she might like . It's on our back lot .
This is a Porsche !
Yes . Beautiful , isn't it ?
But I probably can't afford it . It must be really expensive .
Well , sir . You said you were looking at cars at the rental agency at the airport . Now with them you'd spend your money and get nothing for it . But you could probably rent this Porsche from us , for the same price as one of their standard cars .
But how can you do that ?
It's because our prices are so good . And this car has a lot of miles on it . But it's in nice shape , isn't it ?
Yes , it almost looks new .
What note ? I can't see . I just pulled an all-nighter .
It's a little green post-it note , stuck right in the middle of my computer screen .
And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ?
It says , Zina , I like how you rhumba . An admirer .
Yes , they're in ... let me think ... Aisle 3B , if I remember right .
Okay , I'll go take a look . Thank you so much for your help .
Don't mention it .
Where will we sleep , then ?
In the van .
What about other expenses ?
Let ' s see . Gas , food , recreation , we won ' t spend much . Come on . Don ' t hesitate . We need to get out of the house once in a while . We have been working hard , haven ' t we ?
Maybe you ' re right . When do you plan to go ?
The sooner the better ! I can ' t wait !
Oh , I don ' t know where we ' re going yet .
As long as we ' re going , you can decide where to go . I trust your judgments . I know you miss Chinese food , so we can eat at a Chinese restaurant this time .
Let ' s go to Chicago . We can have lunch in Chinatown . Then we can go to a ball game at Wrigley Field !
Surely it will be . By the way , when will we get there ?
Half an hours later .
Yeah . Thanks . And have fun !
I know . And they're spending enough on the plane tickets to Texas !
Speaking of plane tickets , don't forget to check on the reservations !
OK .
I ' m Rose Teller . I think I ' Ve seen you somewhere before ?
Ah , yes . I remember now . Were you Mr . John ' s dinner partner last month ?
Yes , I was . You work for 3M , right ?
I did but now I ' m for Microsoft . How are things with you ?
Good .
May I know what you do ?
I ' m a fashion designer . Next month , I have a fashion show . I ' d love it if come . I can get you a couple of tickets . So you can bring a friend if you like .
Sure . That would be great . Good luck .
Thank you .
They should fill in an application form , hand in the copies of Identification Card and household register .
you have to be very careful with seafood . It tastes lovely , but it often causes upset stomachs . Have you heard anything from tom ?
he ' s fine , but he had a fever last week . He probably just had a cold .
he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ' s her allergy .
I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ' s got jetlag now . she ' s just resting today , but we ' ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow .
it ' s nice that she ' s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look .
oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling .
that ' s a good idea . You ' Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand .
yes , I banged it against to cooker yesterday . It really hurt , but it ' s OK now . the bruise will disappear soon .
I ' m sorry . I thought we were all pretty much in agreement .
What does that mean ?
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
Cheers .
Oh , he had fooled me .
A party ? Yes . I'd love to . Thank you for inviting me . Will Monica come ?
Of course .
That's great ! What time will it start at ?
At 6 o'clock .
OK . I'll come . See you then .
See you .
Oh , no , the guy was a musician who just sang . He played the guitar and sang so many cool pop songs . Many people were drawn to his music and there was no hat on the floor . He sang for appreciation , but not for money .
It is just pop song , you could have sung there too if you want it .
Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well .
Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ?
No , but tell me some . I am interested .
Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition .
Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ?
I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train .
But I still prefer the pop music in the subway .
Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values .
Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ?
Not well enough , but I'm learning .
I ' Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years . Depend on my work qualifications and experience , I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start .
The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance .
It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ?
40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day ..
Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ?
We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day .
Is there probation ?
No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week .
The rent is $ 1050 every month .
That ' s way too much .
What is good for you ?
I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent .
That ' s not high enough .
How much more are you thinking ?
I can let it go at $ 900 a month .
That ' s almost perfect .
I can live with that too .
I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school . And I always be very interested in journalism .
But journalism , it is a very different profession from administration . You know a lot about administration . Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers ?
I study the administration . Yes . But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news .
A new reporter must expect to work many hours .
I know that starting reporters work many hours . I'm very willing to take on the challenge .
Well , that depends . What's the rate like today ?
Today's rate is 821 . 32 USD to 100 RIB , which isn't bad .
That sounds pretty good . OK , I'll change 500 USD today , thanks .
yes , there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos , wedding dress , catering , transport , hotel , etc ...
is everything ready now ?
almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive .
have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job .
yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet .
it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive .
that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception .
I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available .
thank you .
my pleasure .
What's the cashing rate ?
Well , it's listed on the electronic board on the left . We cash it at present traveler's check buying rate .
Oh , I see . How much it the service charge ?
The service charge is 1 % of the total amount of the check .
Well , I'd like to cash these four checks for $ 100 each .
Would you please countersign them here ?
OK , there you are .
And your passport please .
Oh , I forgot to bring it . It is in my hotel room .
Sorry , sir . We can't cash the checks for you without your passport .
Well , thanks . I will come again this afternoon , then .
We parted from each other last month .
Have you got a new one ?
Mmmm , no . How about you ?
I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you .
Haha , so you are my E-bf .
I like you . Do you agree to be my of ?
Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be .
Wow ! Blablablabla . . .
Hey ! What is it ?
I am flying like a bird .
LL
I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne .
I have no champagne right now . How about this ?
It's OK , so I send you this .
Is it made of chocolate ?
It's my heart ; it's made of what you like .
Oh , I will have a sweet dream .
Are you sleepy ?
A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to .
Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office .
Thx . Bye for now . Kisssssssssss .
C U here , honey .
No way . I will be scared out of my wits .
That's funny , I didn't know a big fellow like you could be so soft and timid on the inside .
Hey , how would you like to taste my fist ?
Alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ?
Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on .
That is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies .
Yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy .
The Notebook is this type of movie .
Really ? I haven't heard of it .
Well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it .
Ok . I can't wait to see it . Let's go !
Will this be cash or charge ?
Here , take my credit card .
Just sign here , please .
Sure . Here you go .
Here's your receipt . Have a nice day .
I come from China . Are you American ?
Yeah , that ' s right . SO what are you studying ?
Business management
That sounds interesting .
Yes , of course . Come in .
How long have you lived here ?
I have lived here for twenty years .
Twenty years ! That's a long time .
Yes , I have been here since 1976 .
Then why do you want to sell it ?
Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country .
How much does this house cost ?
6850 pound .
That's a lot of money !
It's worth every penny of it .
Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first .
Women always have the last word .
Ah , yes , here you are Ms . Gleason . You reserved a single , right ?
Yes , a single , thanks .
Do you mind being next to the elevator ?
Actually , I ' d prefer not to be .
May I show you gold ones or jade ones ?
Jade ones .
OK , here they are .
What's the price for this one ?
Eight hundred yuan .
How about seven hundred yuan ?
I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices .
OK . I'll take it .
I don't know . You have to be smart , but you have to be lucky too . Some games are all luck . With some , you need to be smart .
I want games that are all luck .
I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines .
Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice .
So what do you want to play then ?
Blackjack . We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars .
Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet !
Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas .
Yes , and if I stay with you , we will have to walk back home to New York . Because we will lose all our money and our plane tickets too !
I'd better not . Please don't tempt me . Please !
Gee ! You are really strong-willed .
You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong .
Well , I'd better not tempt you . Otherwise , if I give you a piece of cake , you might ask for a glass of milk .
Do you have a plan to make up your missed work ?
No , but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work .
Are you going to go right away ?
I am leaving right now .
All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up .
Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of .
Goodbye , and try not to miss any more school .
Oh , these ? Hmm ... Yellow isn't a good color for me .
Well , that necklace isn't bad .
Which one ?
That blue one right there . How much is it ?
It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive !
Hey , let me get it for you . It's your birthday present .
Cash , credit card , or debit card ?
I think I'll use my credit card .
Your signature here , please , and we're finished .
Here's my John Hancock .
Bye-bye . Visit us again soon !
Okay . Follow me please .
Thank you very much . By the way , where are the vegetables ?
In aisle 3 .
Yes , he asked me to clean up my diet by cutting red meat .
Yes , you must put yourself on a diet .
Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ...
Then after a few beers , you'll be singing in Taiwanese ?
Maybe ...
I would like vegetable soup , please
And what would you like to have for the main course
Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ?
Apple , banana and strawberry pie .
Then a piece of apple pie , please .
And what would you like for dessert ?
Icecream , please .
What flavor would you like ?
orange
Thank you . I'll bring your order right away .
For accounting system and things like that , you mean ?
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
You mean my favorite movie of all time ? I guess I ' d have to say pretty woman .
Yeah , my wife likes that one , too . Personally , I prefer action movies .
Oh , she's good . She must be getting on a bit now .
Yeah , but she looks amazing .
So what's the movie about ?
Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat .
Huh ?
I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil .
I see . Batwoman married the boss ?
No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature .
Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ?
No , Sharon Stone did .
And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ?
Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying ?
If I am not in the service center , I will assist others in resolving the consumer complaints . And pass the criticism on to the relevant department .
That's great news ! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday .
I feel much better , but I'm still worried about something .
What's that ?
Well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic .
That's annoying , but nothing to worry about .
For me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ?
Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset .
Ok , I'll try that .
Is there anything else bothering you ?
Just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do .
Do you have any other plans this weekend ?
I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday .
Try not to take on more than you can handle .
You're right . I probably should just work on my paper . Thanks !
Yes , one box .
Would you please put it on the scale ?
OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ?
The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ?
First-class .
For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos .
How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ?
Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane .
If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ?
If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight .
I see . Thank you very much for your information .
You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please .
Goodbye !
Last night he told the children acliff-hangerstory and both of them were scared out of sleep .
How about As long as You Love Me ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
I think you just need to get more sleep .
Yeah , you're right . Good night .
Then we'd better get started .
It is ok . You look really pale and red eyes . I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
I would love an appetizer . Are they listed in the menu ?
We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall .
I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ?
That would be a great choice !
I'll trust your taste and take one order of that .
We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price .
In that case , we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice .
Will that be all , sir ?
No , could I also get some extra towels and soap too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I'll have someone bring that up right away . How would you like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes .
I work very hard and that's it , you know , practice makes perfect .
Isn't there anything else ?
I have no idea .
You must have a high IQ score .
Well , Jerry , let me tell you a secret .
Go ahead .
My IQ score is slightly above average .
Seriously ? But you are such a genius .
Maybe I've got a higher EQ . I'm not sure .
Well , perhaps you're right . Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ .
You can say that again , Jerry . And I'm sure you're high in both of them . With a little more time cracking the books , you can also get high marks .
OK , thank you . I'm going to the library , are you coming ?
Let's go !
Come some time next week if you like . I think we'll have got some by them .
Ok , I will .
I've been going to the gym these days . The exercise makes me hungry all the time .
So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out .
Don't pull my leg .
This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ?
Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now .
Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ?
I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed .
Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise .
Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself .
He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy .
Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato .
Who knows !
It doesn't take much time . I'm used to tidying up my room myself .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
I think otherwise . Even though the animation was technically strong , and as you say , the score and songs performed by Elton John were great , the film lacks a certain originality ; it lacked heart . And I would dare to say , it was too predictable .
Predictable ! How ! Come on Dick , It ' s a G-rated movie ! It ' s for the kids ! It ' s not a thriller !
Well , that ' s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ' s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ' s just too cliche .
How can it be cliche ? It ' s a fable ! It ' s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love .
You have always been so soft , Dave !
Open your heart Dick . Don ' t shut us out .
Anyway ... That ' s all for today folks ! Join us next time as we talk about & quot , How to lose a guy in 10 days & quot , I ' m sure you ' ll love that one Dave !
You're too strict with yourself .
Perhaps . I'm dead tired .
I require 6,500 RIB per month as a start . This is my bottom line , the minimum salary I can accept .
Why ?
He said that career in law was unsuitable for a women .
It is stupid to say so .
Well . I think IQ matters more . But it won't work without EQ .
Why ? You seem pretty sure about it .
Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life .
But IQ is decided at birth . One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it .
That's why people's achievement varies greatly .
That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them .
Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ?
I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives .
Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ?
Just as Forrest ?
Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ .
I got it .
Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses . Even Larry . He might be a pain to be around , but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects . Mary , on the other hand , spends our project money like there's no tomorrow . Also , she's never willing to stay a little later at the office . She always leaves at 5pm sharp .
Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker ? What about Bob ? Everybody loves Bob . Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green , he is a great co-worker .
You're right . He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects . The only thing he's lacking in is experience .
Maybe that's why he's so nice !
But do you have any experience like that ?
Yes . I have been a guide for two years .
OK . Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide . If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ?
I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip .
If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ?
No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings .
Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company .
Thank you . It's my honor .
I hear we ' ll have a new English teacher this semester .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people .
well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit tea
what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend
well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
We receive credit card as well .
Here is my credit card .
$ 7 .
The goods in the yard sale are really cheap . I will take it .
Oh , I guess I didn't see it .
I'm sorry , sir , but may I see your driver's licence and insurance policy , please ? I have to give you a ticket .
Here they are .
Sign here , please . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Please drive safely , sir .
Thank you , Ma'am .
Yes .
Now they are collected by some volunteers , and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters .
What are you saying ? You are acting weird today .
I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too .
Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me .
That's all right . At least I got myself left .
Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel .
I hope that he would grant me with that .
Hope so .
Yes , That ' s right .
Oh , if I hadn't moved here I would never thought of changing it .
The environmental review board has a team on it now . Hopefully we'll know more by the end of the week .
Sure . Meet me at five .
What was that ?
Relax , it was just a goat !
And that ?
It ' s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later .
What was that ?
Honey , seriously , It ' s just a sheep . Relax !
Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable .
You know what ? I don ' t think I can hack it here out in the countryside . I ' m going back to the city !
It ' s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
Now let me take your measurements .
When can I get it ?
Three days later .
Thank you , see you then .
Bye-bye .
Don't worry . I know about this .
Really ? Tell me without delay .
First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name .
Well , I see .
Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence .
It's easy to write those .
You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on .
Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy .
You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter .
What should I write except these ?
You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter
OK , I will remember .
Thanks a lot .
Yes , please . My name's Michael Caxton from one of your customers -- Rosedale Investments .
Sorry , just a moment . The name is Caxton ...
No , it's Caxton .
Fine , I've got that . And your company is ...
Rosedale Investments .
Could you spell that , please ?
It's R , O , S , E , D , A , L , E .
Thank you . And the message ?
It's about an invoice which is wrong .
Have you got the number there ?
Um ... yes ... it's 856674 / ros .
856674 .
That's right .
OK , I'll get someone to phone you first thing in the morning .
Thank you very much .
He took the civil service exam and failed .
That sucks . He must feel depressed .
Yeah . He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days .
Why don't we take him out ? We can try to take his mind off of it . In the least show him that we're there for him .
That's a great idea . Why don't you call him . I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else .
Ok . I'll call you back after I'm done .
Sounds good .
Oh , I've no interest in such films .
How do you find studying a language on the internet ?
It ' s not easy , particularly with listening and speaking , because sometimes the connection isn ' t too good .
I bet you find the character difficult to write !
Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ' re easy for me .
So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ?
Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ?
In a way , it ' s similar to your experience of learning Chinese . Some Spanish words are very similar to English ones . But I need to practise listening to native speakers and saying the words myself .
I also have done it .
Good . Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants ?
Yes . They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant .
Don ' t mention it .
Right . Okay , let me see what I can do . How about 1:30 right after my lunch meeting ?
Yes , I do like him .
Then why are you hesitating ?
You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted .
One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship .
Maybe you are right .
But I already tried my best .
Don't worry . You'll do better next time .
He said that I put all other girls in the shade .
That means he was head over heels in love with you .
Well , he indeed likes me .
But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question .
No , he is the sort of man who likes to hide his candle under a bushel .
Mark Wyatt ? I am sorry . The line is terrible . Could you spell that for me , please ?
W-Y-A-T-T , Mark Wyatt .
W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ' t heard of the name . Could you hold on the line when I check .
No problem .
Yes , we did . Just this morning .
Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them ?
No , sir . We left directly from the hostel .
Are these four pieces all your luggage ?
Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons .
You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons .
Right . Thanks .
Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half .
Thanks .
Have a nice flight .
Do you mean you want to sell up your company of your own ?
There ' s a possibility . What do you say ?
That ' s not a bad idea . Bet after all you should get some sound financial guarantee .
And he ' s bright and intelligent . I ' m sure he can pass the university entrance exam .
I wish he could too .
How ' s your boy , Jack ?
He ' s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up .
Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ' t they ?
Good luck to them .
Yes . Can you tell him Bob White called ?
And your company name , please .
He knows who I am .
Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ?
I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today .
Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called .
Thank you .
Do you want to type that letter ?
I ' d rather you typed it .
Do you want to tell her ?
I ' d rather you told her .
One adult , please .
That will be six dollars . Out of ten-seven , eight , nine , ten . Thank you .
Good gracious ! Are you sure ?
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
You are welcome at any time .
Thank you for your hospitality . I hope I didn ' t cause you too much trouble during my stay .
You are most welcome .
I ' m afraid I have to go now . The plane will take off soon .
Call us as soon as you got home .
Oh ! My grandmother used to say " raising pigs , raising kids ... at least you can eat the pigs . "
Ha-ha . I get it . That's funny . Your cousin's a real sarcastic lady .
She likes to complain about her macho husband and her " bambinos " , but she loves them all dearly .
Who is in this movie ?
I don't know . My friend told me it was a touching movie .
Oh , it's a pity .
A large , with tons of ketchup .
And to drink ?
I ' ll have a diet coke , please .
Is this dine-in or take-out ?
Take-out , please .
They are , yes . How should I do this ?
Select ' pay multiple beneficiaries ' , here ... then select ' pay from the account ' in the drop down menu ... OK , good . Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference .
Yes , I've got that here ...
And your statement reference and the payment amount . Click on next , then ' pay beneficiaries ' . That's it ! All done .
What ' s wrong with that ? Cigarette is the thing I go crazy for .
Not for me , Dick .
But most of time , they provide assistances .
What do you mean ?
Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates .
Yes ?
The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits .
OK .
Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate .
I see .
Yes .
I have good news for you . You ' Ve got an interview . Can you come to the Human Resources Office on Thursday at 9 30 am ?
wow ! That ' s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ?
345 Stony Creek Avenue .
Thank you very much . I ' ll be there on time .
Excellent . I ' ll see you on Thursday at 9 30 .
No problem . What should I bring ?
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
I'm afraid , ma'am , you have to pay U . S . $ 100 since you lost the key .
What ! One hundred U . S . dollars . Is it covered by the insurance ?
I'm afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
Pretty good , thank you . And you ?
OK , thanks . Anything I can do for you ?
I need to remit £ 500 to London .
Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ?
T / T , please .
Very well , Mr . Jones .
I ' m temping at a pharmaceutical company .
What do you do there ?
Mostly office work - filing and so on .
How long is the assignment ?
Till the end of the month .
It depends on the topic , the teacher , and the way the course is set up . Yesterday , even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues , the workshop got us all thinking . We learned some very basic , but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues .
Sounds like you really learned a lot .
I did ... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared .
You're so right ! Today's movies are just too commercial !
Sometimes I think Oscars are only awarded to movies that make a lot of money .
I ' ll be very glad if you would help .
I ' d like to wish you every success in your new venture .
Thank you . I wish I would .
Good luck to you .
Okay , I'll speak to him .
Only about old movies , really ...
What ' s wrong with you , Ted ?
I ' m speaking French . Don ' t you know anything ?
What ' s wrong with speaking English ?
Well , I just got back from my language school . We have to speak French all day there . No English allowed !
What are you doing that for ?
I ' m trying to learn new skills . It makes me more qualified for a good job .
Good for you .
Of course . I will .
Thank you for the invitation .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
That's what I'm telling you .
What did I mess up on ?
You did mess up a little on one thing .
Tell me .
You had a little trouble on your parallel parking .
That's not easy for me .
That's something that you really need to work on .
Am I still going to get my license ?
You're still going to get it .
Shower , please .
All right . The fitting room is over there .
How much should I pay ?
$ 100 . But we will charge you $ 200 as a deposit .
Oh , he's really reserved , normally . But , from what I hear , he's got lots of problems .
Really ? What kind of problems ?
Well , off the record , of course , but I hear that he's got terrible debts . He has his own company , and it's not going very well .
Really ? Well , I hate to say this , but I'm not surprised .
Really ? What makes you say that ?
Well , he doesn't look very honest .
I know , that's the problem . He can't find any customers . It's a pity , really , because his products are very good . Oh , that reminds me . Did I tell you about my new laptop ?
Oh , don't talk to me about laptops . Mine crashed on Friday and I lost everything . I hate them .
Oh , really ?
Look , I need another drink . Do you want one ?
Yes , I'll have another cocktail .
Vodka martini ?
Absolutely .
I'll be back in a sec .
OK . I'll wait here for you .
Well , I approach things very enthusiastically , I think , and I don ' t like to leave something half-done . It makes me nervous . I can ' t concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together .
What basic principles do you apply to your life ?
Working hard and being frugal are both virtues . I strive to practise these two virtues in my life .
I can tell you where I got mine .
Where did you go to find yours ?
IKEA has beautiful furniture .
Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ?
The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars .
How good of quality is the furniture ?
It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for .
I don't mind paying for quality workmanship .
I assure you that you're paying for quality .
Oh wonderful ! Have you been there before or was it your first time ?
My first time . I've traveled around Europe a lot , but this was my first time to Spain . It was amazing , and the weather was just beautiful ! No rain , and just sun , sun , sun ...
I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights .
Well , I really recommend Spain . You really should go . Anyway , it's been great to catch up , but I must be going , this is my floor . Speak again soon I hope .
Are you well paid ?
Well , $ 10 per hour , but I can keep the tips . That comes to roughly $ 80 every evening
Not bad .
Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ' ll surely get it .
That ' s great ! I ' ll go there right now and speak with the boss .
There ' s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ' Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job .
That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot .
Think nothing of it , Tony . I ' m sure you ' d do the same for me .
Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know .
First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . '
Be a yes-man , you mean ?
You may put it that way if you like . Don ' t worry . You ' ll have no problem .
I hope not .
Whatever ... Smell ! Perfume samples !
Nice . Hey , I like the layout of this page ...
You mean , you like the pictures of the beautiful models ... Hello ?
He makes me nervous . He looks at me funny . And he never buys anything !
Maybe he wants to get something for his girlfriend , but he's embarrassed .
just walk down this road and you'll find it . it's on the right side .
OK , I'll do them .
Because he stayed with me all the time that night .
That would be wonderful . Thank you so much for all of your help .
No , I wouldn't think so .
I do wish I could lose weight .
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class .
Yes , maybe I should .
Could you leave him a message ?
Sure .
Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned .
You'd better spell that !
Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R .
Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ?
Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it .
OK , will do . Bye .
Thanks . Bye .
I'm finished . What do you think ?
I like my hair so much .
Do you really ?
It's beautiful .
Well , thank you very much .
How much is it for my hair ?
You owe me $ 55 .
Thanks for everything .
You are very welcome . Come back again .
OK . Do you think we should meet in the morning or in the afternoon ?
I think the afternoon would be best .
That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you .
Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting .
Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ?
I feel that the whole committee needs to be there .
Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ?
Yes , I know how to get there on my own .
Great ! We will send you all the details later . Looking forward to meeting with you !
Is there anything valuable in it ?
There ' s a check of two hundred dollars and photograph .
Shall I make out a receipt ?
No . don ' t bother .
That ' ll be ninety-five cents in all .
yes , she will . At the moment , the exchange rate is very favorable , so she should try to go as soon as possible , while it ' s cheaper .
you ' re right . By the way , did you hear that tom inherited some money recently ?
really ? I thought his parents had died several years ago .
they did . He inherited the money form an uncle . I hope he doesn ' t lose a lot of it in taxed to the government .
dying can be very expensive nowadays ! What ' s he going to do with it ?
he said that he would probably invest most of it . He ' s got a well-paid job , so he doesn ' t need the money to cover day-to day expenses . He just wants some extra money available for when he retires .
I had some good financial news yesterday too .
really ? Have you won a fortune in the lottery ?
no , but I got a pay rise of 5 % and a hours for all the hard work I ' Ve put in recently . I think it was very nice for my boss to show his appreciation in that way .
It certainly was ! So , what are you going to do with your windfall ?
I hope to do a little gardening . I find it very relaxing .
I might do that too . I hope the weather is nice . I could go and play some golf .
I heard that the weather should be good . There ' s a possibility of a shower , but it ' s not very likely .
Hopefully , we ' ll both have relaxing weekends .
Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true .
Unfortunately , there ' s always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention .
Delighted I was able to help .
yeah , and most importantly , she's single ! Man , I could tell from the moment I saw her , she's the girl of my dreams !
so I take it you two are hitting it off ? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor , but what if you break up ?
I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her .
sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ?
not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby .
that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ?
you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight .
good luck !
thanks !
Sounds good . Are there any group tours I can go with ?
Yes . There will be one at the end of this month . For many people , a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails . For others , it ' s all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds . Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation , Hawaii gives you the best of both .
Great . So how long is the trip ?
15 days . The transportation by air will take five days .
Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ?
Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ' s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ' s Lodge
Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ?
Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything .
Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it .
Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week .
Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ...
Yes , sir . It will be a great pity !
Well . Ok , I will take it .
Thank you !
Can I order room service ?
Yes , here's the menu . You can order from reception .
Good .
This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed .
OK . thanks .
Your bags will be here shortly .
You should get off at the first Shi Da stop .
Ok , thanks ...
You're new at this , huh ?
No , is it difficult ?
No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off .
How much does it cost ?
Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus .
Wow , I can't thank you enough .
Don't mention it .
He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand .
Maybe he is not good ay rebounding ?
indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
well then , what are your spoils ?
well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
Sure , here you are .
A moment , please .
Then I'd like to suggest you try Anchor Inn on Seaside Drive .
Is it very far from here ?
No , you can walk from here .
So what do you see in there ?
This one sounds good . Efficiency with view of the lake . Utilities and parking included . Newly remodeled kitchen . $ 470 .
Can you afford that much ?
No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency .
Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment . Usually one large room and a small bathroom . There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person .
How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ?
That means the apartment has furniture in it .
That's good .
Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture .
Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 .
It's still pretty expensive .
Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one .
Alright . What's the phone number ?
256-7797 .
Got it . What else do you see ?
This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate . Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment . Does this mean I have to share a room with them ?
No . It probably means they have a large apartment . Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms . They need someone for the empty bedroom .
That sounds alright .
Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all . If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them .
Here's the number , 256-4367 .
Got it . Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments .
Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this .
Don't mention it , Larry . What are friends for anyway ?
Why don't you call back later this afternoon ?
Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , Thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many sports events in my city . We have several sports venues for football , rugby , and cricket-even ice-skating and ice hockey .
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more ' cultural " , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
Haha . That's probably why slide tackle and fouls are less common , and offsides more frequent in English League matches than those on the Continent . And the ball is often kept flying overhead , drawing beautiful curves in the sky . Such games are quite pleasing to the eye .
Which team do you back then ?
I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking .
But the Reds keep a weak midfield . I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield . It is the main source of its strength .
Our speciality back in South Africa is wholesale supplying of screws , bolts , nuts , pins , studs , and that kind of things .
For wood or for metal ?
For both . Now , do you make machines for producing such things ?
Yes , we have a showroom not far away from here , Mr . Black . Are you free now ?
Yes , quite free until noon .
Fine . Then , shall we go right away ? I have a car outside .
Have you ? That's splendid . Just let me get my things together . I won't keep you long .
Take your time , sir . I can wait .
There are six on this table .
I hope at least one of them has dancing figures .
Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures .
So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one .
That one will bring you many hours of pleasure .
Does a warranty come with this music box ?
I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own .
I just thought I would ask .
When you buy a Model T , you can't expect a warranty .
Yes . The DS102 series .
Oh , I'm afraid we've sold out of those . They were really popular .
Will you be getting more in .
Yes . But not for about 2 weeks .
It's exaggerated . Actually this sort of thing happens to everyone .
That does sound good . I'm already an account holder , have been for many years . And I already have your existing card .
That should make things perfectly simple , then . Actually , if you had waited a little while longer , we would have notified you by post .
Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ?
May I have your details , and I'll check for you .
Certainly ...
OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card .
Wonderful ! And , you mentioned ' perks ' ? I do hope I'll be getting some of those .
What's that building opposite us ?
That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored . We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops . This is the delivery bay here .
Oh , I see .
The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result .
Oh , really ?
I'll take you to the assembly shop ...
I want to know about overdraft fees .
We charge a small fee every time you overdraft .
How much ?
For each time you overdraft , you have to pay $ 25 .
That ' s not a small fee .
You shouldn ' t overdraft .
That ' s for sure .
Do you need help with anything else ?
That ' s all I needed to know . Thanks .
He ran four miles and came back dead beat .
Oh , I see .
I prefer a one-bedroom apartment .
Are you renting it alone or with company ?
I'll share it with one of my friends . What ' s in a one-bedroom apartment ?
A one-bedroom apartment has one bedroom , a living room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
Is there any furniture ?
No , but a fridge and a stove .
It sounds wonderful . Do I have to sign a lease ? How much should I pay ?
Yes , it ' s a one-year lease . And $ 200 a week with one month refundable deposit .
When can I come over ?
Would Friday morning be alright ?
OK . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Right here , how can i help you today , sir ?
I'd like to exchange 5000 Singapore dollars into the US dollars please .
Do you have an account this bank , sir ?
Yes , here is my account number .
May i please see ID ?
Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ?
Today's rate is 2 . 57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir . Please count it and sign your name here .
Yes , it is the credit demand . Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ?
You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ?
900 dollars .
How would you like it ?
I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ?
Ok , here you are .
Thank you , have a nice day .
Thank you , have a good day .
After you've solved this problem for me .
Yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better .
Well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy .
Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt .
Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . '
Exactly .
Regular or large ?
Regular , please .
OK . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
For here or to go ?
For here .
Do you prefer an aisle or a window seat ?
I prefer to sit next to a window .
How would like to pay ?
I have a Master Card .
I have booked you for one window seat on American airline flight No . 409 . Have a good trip !
There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan , besides auction websites .
I use those sites . Hey ! Let's go check out a flea market later .
Great ! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping !
What makes you think that ?
It's full of violence and you are so young .
But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things .
Wait . What's the time , honey ?
About 6 .
It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed . American Idol , There you go .
Dad , it's not fair . I am so disappointed with you !
Any time is fine .
Could you and your wife be ready at nine o'clock ?
Please wait for us even if we're a little late .
Never mind . I'll be waiting for you .
See you then .
OK . Bye !
Well , the most important thing in communication is your sincerity .
Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I ' Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that ' s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I ' m a GS - 15 . That ' s high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
Can you take the stain off ?
Yes , we can . But you need wait a moment .
That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight .
Yes , it will be ready then .
OK . By the way , please get them pressed .
No problem .
You usually qualify if you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours .
Do all jobs provide unemployment ?
Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ' t .
Do you think that my job pays unemployment ?
You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you .
Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ?
There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned . They will let you know when you file your claim .
I plan to arrive on August fifth and leave on August eighth .
From August fifth to eighth . Just a moment . Yes , we have a vacancy for that period . What's your name , please ?
Li Gang .
That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth .
That's right .
By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash .
I see . When can I receive your confirmation ?
Not until you have paid 10 percent margin .
I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address .
Thank you . Bye .
Are there any problems with the plumbing in the kitchen ?
Both the kitchen and the bathroom plumbing are messed up .
How long have you had these problems ?
It has been going on for a while , but just started to get worse this morning .
I will send someone out to take a look at the problem . Will you be home this afternoon ?
Yes , I will be home this afternoon .
Fine . I will be there around two . If someone is not there , I will use my key to get in .
How about transom ?
It is too loud , we ' ll handle some official business first before the dinner .
Oh , i nearly forget it .
You can put on your white shoes , it fits every occasion .
Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ' s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus 5 and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
well , there is no doubt that many people have found jobs through the want ads in the newspaper .
In that case , I would suggest our own hotel restaurant . The chef , the food , and the service are outstanding .
I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant . Do you have another one in mind ?
You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees .
Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me .
Yes , sir . You're going to have a great time .
OK .
I'm sorry but I ordered sole , not the same as the others . Will you change it ?
I'm afraid we have no more sole .
Then , I'll have this pork cute instead .
Certainly . Just a moment , sir .
We sent that bill out a couple of weeks ago .
I never got it .
Your bill was mailed already .
What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ?
If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office .
Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ?
If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake .
Thanks for everything .
Don't mention it . Call back if you have any more questions .
I'd much rather buy expensive but good quality clothing , because it is not only nice but lasts a long time .
Listen to the sound of nature ! It's like music .
Yeah , I agree . It makes you feel really good .
What are those ?
Do you mean the red things ? They are roses .
I'm going to take more pictures today .
Me , too .
I'm sorry , sir . What seems to be the trouble ?
I believe you have charged me twice for the same thing . Look , the figure of 6 . 5 dollar appears here , then again here .
I'll just go and check it for you , sir .
I'm absolutely certain .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
And you're planning to enter ?
Of course . This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice .
Is there a prize ?
I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio .
Do you think you have a chance ?
A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain . Everyone says my voice is beautiful .
But you haven't practised all that much .
I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag !
Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help .
Yeah , maybe .
How much did you want to spend ?
Money is no object .
Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily .
I will take ten .
Do you want to add some baby ' s breath for that ? They are equally popular now .
Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ?
Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge .
That's ok . Here is the address .
Well , I've lost my wallet and my ID card .
Oh , that's too bad ! I am sorry to hear that !
Forget it , there is no use crying over the spilled milk .
Not exactly , except that I find horoscope predictions increasingly accurate . I came upon a website which sends me an up-dated message by e-mail each day forecasting my experience in detail . It is amazing to find these forecasts largely in line with my daily life .
What did it say about you then ?
For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some " unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee .
But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science .
Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud . If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it .
For fun . It serves as a shared topic to them . While they claim to consult the predictions constantly and marvel at their " accuracy ' . they do not necessarily take them seriously . When it that these predictions are matched by their real-life experiences , they delight in spreading the thrill with friends . But if there isn't any correlation between reality and predictions , they just grin , forget about them , and go on living as usual .
As a newcomer , you are going to be responsible for some basic tasks first , including certain routine duties like answering the telephone and typing . Later , you will be assigned to the Sales Department .
I see . It must be a challenging job , but I would like to do it . And what about now ?
For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly .
OK , I'll get to work on it at once .
Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
Well , let's see . I'd like to go to the Summer Palace .
I'll pick you up here tomorrow .
Yes , I'd like a chocolate shake .
That sounds good . I think I'll have the same .
For how many people ?
Ten .
Western food or Chinese food ?
Chinese food .
Do you want an expensive meal ?
No , not too lavish .
How much would you like to spend for each person ?
What is the usual thing here ?
Forty to eighty RIB Yuan a plate .
Let's say sixty Yuan then .
OK . Is there anything special you'd like to have on the menu ?
We'd like to have typical Chinese food .
Anything you'd rather not have ?
No snakes , please .
How about drinks ?
Mao Tai and Qingdao Beer .
Well . Dinner for ten at sixty Yuan a plate , drink's extra , at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening . Is that all right ?
Right , thanks .
My pleasure , see you tomorrow evening .
See you then .
Yes . We can make great efforts to make it become true as long as we have a clear goal .
Didn't I ?
You know you didn't .
Well , I'm telling you now .
Yes , but you might have told me before .
I didn't think you'd be interested .
You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ?
Sorry , I didn't think it mattered .
Oh , you men ! You're all the same .
I like Santa Monica .
The water there looks so dirty .
I just like the pier they have at Santa Monica .
I like the pier too , because it's beautiful at night .
Is Malibu beach nice ?
It's a lot nicer , and I really like it better .
So you want to go to Malibu ?
If that's okay with you .
Sure , let's go to Malibu .
Thanks . I'll look into it and let you have our firm offers tomorrow .
I don't need to remind you that the market has become very competitive .
You'll find our prices very favorable .
That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ?
Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis .
Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ?
Certainly . We can work them out for you .
Not unless you want the matinee .
I'd like it well done , please .
What kind of potatoes would like to go with that , mushed , boiled , or baked ?
I think i have bake potatoes . And i now have a ice tea with lemon on the side , please .
Good , and would you care for soup or salad to start with ?
I'd like cream onion soup please .
Will you have desert to be , madam ?
I want to skip desert . That all , thank you .
OK , I'll be with you in a moment .
We just decided to stop seeing each other . It was all very amicable . Are you still going out with mike ?
Yes , I am . We ' re thinking about getting engaged . We ' Ve been dating for over a year now .
Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ?
I havn't seen her for a while . She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her . He was seeing a girl form his office . One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon .
Really ? They ' Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ?
I think it ' s 26th September . I ' ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night .
Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you .
He certainly looks interested , doesn ' t he ? Shall we invite him over to our table ?
Hello , Lamley . Are you free tomorrow ?
Yes .
Would you like to go to an activation with me ?
I'd like to . see you tomorrow .
See you .
What a shame .
Okay , I got it . You've already run out of all your amenities ?
No , I still have plenty left , even if I took three baths a day .
I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ?
I need to take home some souvenirs !
Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs !
Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection .
If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything .
Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ?
No problem at all , sir . Housekeeping will deliver you all the amenities you like in a bit .
The price varies somewhat according to the size of your order . Would you tell us the quantity you want so that we can work out an offer ?
If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff , we intend to buy several thousand sets .
It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest .
I hope you will make us your best offer , CIF New York .
Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
That's too bad . What kind of accident is it ? Are you all right ?
I'm all right , but my friend is seriously injured . Will you call an ambulance and the police ?
OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened .
I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left .
You can take the red line train from here , but you'll have to transfer to the blue line at Fuxingmen transfer station . After you transfer , take the blue line that is heading north towards Fuchengmen .
So I transfer from red to blue , then how long do I ride the blue ?
You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system .
It sounds so complicated !
No , not the really , don't worry about it , like I said there'll be a lot of people there doing the same thing that you are doing , so just follow the crowd , There's only one direction to go , so you won't get on the wrong train . Head north on the Yellow line , and you'll see Wudaokou in just a couple of stops .
Yes . I feel chilly and sluggish .
Have you had similar feelings before ?
No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me .
Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest .
Thank you very much .
We could go to more places this time , if you liked .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
Not really . I couldn ' t careless about the Olympic Games .
Please yourself .
All right . Thank you for coming today .
Thank you for your interview with me .
Please register your information here and pay for it . And I ' ll make a medical record for you .
OK . How much do I need to pay for the registration ?
Please pay ten yuan for the registration .
Here is my money .
This is your registration card . Please don ' t lose it and bring it whenever you come .
Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ?
Go down this way until you come to the drugstore . Make a left turn and it's just there .
Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
What are you going to do with it ?
I ' m going to put it here , in front of the window .
Be careful . Don ' t drop it ! Don ' t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf .
There we are ! It ' s a lovely vase .
Those flowers are lovely , too .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From eleven thirty to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Thanks for letting me know .
A minute , please . It's 6215 yuan all together , tax included .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome
She is beautiful .
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
Thanks . I appreciate it .
I have a plan for handling WebTracker . Step one is the Stars . com contract .
What's step two ?
Don't worry about that , Dave . Look , I have to see Vince now . Think about what I said .
I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes , too . Will that work for you ?
Yeah , I'm ready .
Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake .
These look strange .
Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ?
OK , let's do the calculation .
We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage .
I see .
Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask !
Hmm ... well , the other one is good for the money . It's much cheaper . We sell clot of them and all our customers are satisfied with them .
Hmm ... I'd like the cheaper one , please . Can I pay hy cheque ?
Certainly .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
Not at all . I think the tattoos are so cool and chic .
You can't prick the fish to please the sick tastes of some bloody people .
Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal .
Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ?
OK , I understand , but what else could we do ?
21st Talent Website , 51 Job , and Zhaopin . com are most popular .
Yeah , and I need to start improving my health .
Me too . What are you doing besides exercising ?
That's about all .
I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously .
Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems .
Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy .
True . But I think it is worth it . When you get old , you want to be healthy and active .
I know , but ... Hey , Jim's here ! I've been waiting to hear him sing all night .
Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him ? He loves ' The King ' .
I'll put the song at the front of the list .
What about measuring the floor for a new carpet , and the walls for new wallpaper ?
I thought we'll just fix up the wood floor . and use some paint for the walls .
Good idea . I was thinking the same myself .
Tomorrow we'll go and pick out some curtains and paint .
We'd like you to execute the first delivery by June 30 and the second delivery by August 15 .
I'm sorry , but June 30 is quite soon . I can't guarantee 1 500 cases , I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1,000 cases and the next 2,000 cases .
I can agree to that .
Let me affirm this again - the first shipment of 1,000 cases , to be delivered in 27 days , by June 30 , and the second shipment of 2,000 cases by August 15 . Right ?
Right .
Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
It is pretty violent , but since it's just robots fighting one another , it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out .
Hmm ... I don't know . Even though it may not be gory , I think it would still totally freak me out .
Yes , I can adjust to anything .
That's good .
I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid .
You should very qualified .
Thank you . It has always been my dream to be a stewardess .
Around 3:30 .
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly , the water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . I ' ll turn to it right away .
I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
Fine . Everything is just fine .
Kara , I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend .
Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies .
Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done .
It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done , but thank you for a lovely dinner .
Glad to hear it .
Clear soup , please .
There's a large wooden crate in the corner which I haven't unpacked yet . It might be in there .
I like taking photos out of door .
Oh , photography , It ' s really a good hobby .
Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos .
You yourself have a photo studio ?
Yes , simple as it is . t does work .
Of course , I should have been more careful . I ' m sorry .
I really wish Mom and Dad were here with us .
Hey , Daniel , what's your favorite weather ? Snowy or sunny ?
Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today .
What ? Are you crazy ?
I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out .
Ew , Danny , gross !
By the way , what's your favorite weather ?
I love snowy , because it is very very romantic .
Look , is that Tom ?
Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
You're right . If she walked into meeting with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top of that , she didn't seem to have any sense of people's personal space . She didn't keep enough distance between us during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we ' ll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we ' ll find someone eventually !
Do you have mixed drinks in this restaurant ?
Yes , we have a full bar here .
I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ?
Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas .
That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those .
Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ?
I would like it blended .
Would you like it with salt or no salt ?
I would like my margarita with no salt , thank you .
Remember to add an agenda for this meeting and show our warm welcome to them .
How about adding some pictures of our products for the introduction ?
Good idea ! The pictures will illustrate the performance of our products vividly .
OK , I will prepare it right now .
A , do your best , it's very important .
Please trust me . I will finish it very well .
Oh , French dressing .
Sorry , it's not available now . Anything else ?
We still prefer French dressing .
Will you say it again ?
Who's your manager ? Tell me ! Would you ?
At 9:36 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back at about 7 p . m .
There's one at 7:10 p . m . and the next one is at 7:40 p . m .
Mmm , how much is a return ticket ?
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . , there is a saver return which is 9 pounds . An ordinary return is 16 pounds .
An ordinary return , please .
No , I'm afraid I don't . Is it possible for me to see him now ?
I'm afraid Mr . Li is engaged at the moment . Would you mind waiting ?
Well , how long will it be ?
About half an hour .
That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten .
Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ?
No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday .
Do you want to make another appointment ?
Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ?
Yes , I'll make a note of that and ask Mr . Li to confirm .
Not really . What about you ?
We will have our midterm exams next month . I plan to look for some important books and study at the library . Do you want to join me ?
Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers .
Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that .
That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ?
Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice .
Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye !
See you then .
It look fine . Can I try it on ?
Can you help me move this table ?
Me too .
They don't mind .
A double room , please .
OK . Could I have your name , please ?
My name is Monica Cellar .
OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then !
Thank you .
I lived in England when I was a child .
What else can you speak ?
Well , I know a little Italian .
Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I ' m polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don ' t think you ' re shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well , yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I ' m not as shy as I think . Anyway , you ' re certainly not shy !
You ' re right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you ' ll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Do we get a day off from school then ?
No ! It is not considered to be a national holiday here in the US , but in other countries it is .
Www , man !
In the nineteenth century , working conditions were appalling , with workers being forced to work ten , twelve , and fourteen hours a day . Support for the eight-hour work day movement was growing rapidly , despite the indifference and hostility of many union leaders , and by April 1886 , 250,000 workers were involved in the May Day movement . Previous legislative attempts to improve working conditions had failed , so labor organizers took drastic measures . They passed a resolution stating that eight hours would constitute a legal day ' s work . And , on May First 1886 , the resolution took effect .
Cool ! Is that why we only work eight hours now ?
Yes ! But the happy ending came at a high price . On May third , 1886 , police fired into a crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper Works Factory , killing four and wounding many . A mass meeting was called for the next day to protest the brutality .
And then what happened ?
Well , as we say , the rest is history ...
Actually , the business trip itself was very successful . We arrived on time , we had nice conversations and we settled some important issues for the next year .
Sounds quite fruitful , why do you call it still a nightmare then ?
Well , the air line lost my luggage on the return flight and then I lost my carry on bag when I was tackling with the officers in charge . I left the airport three hours later than I expected and then I was caught in a traffic jam . When I finally got home , I was totally exhausted . But I found the elevator was out of service due to a blackout .
This is really a sad story . Did they trace back your luggage ?
I am still waiting for their call .
Take it easy , all sufferings have their reward .
Good . Well , welcome aboard , Ms , Robbins .
Well . We ' re expecting about twenty-five people and we ' d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head .
10 in the morning ?
No , at night .
Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM .
OK , how about 1:30 PM ?
No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then .
How about 5:00 PM ?
That's fine .
OK , see you then .
Alright . Bye .
Are there any extra charges , like commission ?
There is a service commission that you must pay . It's 1 % of the funds to be remitted , so you should pay an extra 6 RIB .
Yeah , I hope so . Well , take it easy .
You too .
Medium rare , that ' s right , sir . I remember your order .
Well , I ' m afraid it isn ' t . It ' s a bit too well done and rather tough . Would you mind changing ?
If it is not to your satisfaction , I ' ll certainly bring you another . But I ' m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes .
Yes , that ' s all right . Thank you very much .
Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ?
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a regional manager .
The westerners use knives and forks to eat so it is complicated . The Chinese use a pair of chopsticks and eat out of the same plate . I assume it is less complicated , right ?
Not really . I did some research about Chinese table manners . The important rule is to remain silent while eating . Of course , this refers to family meals only . Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health . It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party . The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated . Each dish should be placed in the correct position . When fish is served , the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty . If it is in winter , the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter . Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table . The diners should sit close to the table so food won ' t drop on their cloths . No noise should be made when chewing . No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn ' t like it . One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise . All these table manners are very similar to Western habits .
It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ' s appetite . Westerners like to say , " bon appetite " before meals which is one way to suggest " mind your table manners . " Is there such an expression in Chinese ?
Yes . We say " eat well and drink well . "
That means you don ' t like them . If you hit it off with them , you will like to see their smiles .
It's easier said than done . When you actually play , it can be very frustrating .
Well , I ' m not too sure , actually . I ' Ve got a lot going on the next couple of weeks . Why don ' t I call you later ?
Okay , that ' s fine .
I realize that but I needed to make a decision .
That sounds great !
Yes ?
Our room hasn't been cleaned up yet . So would you send one of your house keepers to clean up our room .
Oh , yes . Madam , we'll come right away then . Your room number and your name , please ?
Our room number is 117 and my name is Terry Chen .
Thank you , would you hang up and wait ?
Wow ! I'm impressed . So , what's in the cards for future training ? Will it be in-house or off-site ?
A little of both . We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training . Those are available to everyone . We also have a variety of other programs
Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ?
A holiday , I hope ! No , really , we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques . We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer .
Okay . Put her through .
Thanks .
Congratulations ! That ' s wonderful . I bet both of you are quite happy .
Well , we have always dreamed of owning our own home , but real estate 1 in this area is extremely expensive .
I understand . That ' s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city .
That ' s a good idea if you can find employment nearby .
I agree . That ' s why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine , or Wisconsin .
I'll try .
Yes .
Here are my coupons . Is that enough ?
You have to pay $ 0 . 5 more .
No . Don't be silly . I wouldn't dream of letting you do that .
She is a beautiful bride .
I am so happy for them .
Are you crying ?
Yes , I always cry at weddings .
Harris and Anne are perfect for each other .
Yes , they are .
You and Tom also make a great couple .
In fact , we are beginning to make preparations .
For the wedding ?
No , no , for the engagement .
Try to catch this bouquet then .
Thanks a lot .
Will you please take a seat ? Mr . Smith , have you seen the display of our electronic products in the exhibition hall downstairs ?
Yes . I had a look just now . I found some of the exhibits of excellent quality and beautiful design . I feel we
Sure we can . You know , we've been in this line for more than twenty years .
So , Ms . Thou , we're a newly-established company , but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America .
Good . We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details .
Sure .
I am a senior mechanical design engineer .
Do you take the original certificate with you ?
Yes . Here it is .
Can you briefly tell me about one of your designs ?
Of course , I designed a more powerful gasoline engine , which greatly increased the speed of limousines .
I'd love to come other time if it can be arranged .
Are you quite sure you can come next Tuesday ?
Certainly , I'll be going .
What time am I supposed to pick you up ?
I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock .
OK .
The train is driving after ten minutes .
Thanks . Where is my seat ?
It's over there . Have a good trip .
Thank you .
You're welcome !
She has promised her mother that she would be with him through thick and thin .
Oh , I see .
Do you have a lot of homework ?
Yes . Don ' t you ?
Of course I do !
Which class are you working on right now ?
I ' m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow .
Are you in Mrs . Green ' s class ?
Yes . Are you ?
Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow !
Do you want to study together ?
Sure . This library is too quiet though .
Do you want to go to an empty classroom ?
That sounds good .
OK . Let ' s go !
Yes . Put them on there please .
OK . If you need anything , just call the Room service .
Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ?
Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it .
I see . Thanks a lot .
A young French fellow recalled his first bungee experience and said , " When I fastened the cord and walked to the platform , I was extremely nervous . When I looked down , I was nervous even more . If the cord had broken , I would be knocked to ' bakemeat ' . However , I knew my worries were unwanted . I was afraid if I retreated others might say something about me . I had to harden my heart and impose my head downward . I only felt wind wiring at my ears . My body rapidly descended . I thought that after only seven or eight seconds I was rebounded to upper air by the cord . In fact it was 30 seconds . Maybe because of my nervousness , I only felt seven or eight seconds . When rebounding to the high altitude , I felt a sudden sense of relief . I did not feel nervous very much , but very comfortable . "
It is hard to come by in life that you experience this kind of ' comfortable '
I don't know about that , but I do think that it helps people relax .
what other kind of music do you listen to ?
actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ?
to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me .
what kind of music do you prefer then ?
I like pop music . Do you ?
not really . I don't think pop music has much depth .
I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much .
how long have you been in to pop music , then ?
I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ?
not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all .
so , how did you become interested in it ?
well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started .
do you still play piano ?
yes , it's one of my hobbies .
About three weeks .
And what's the purpose of your visit ?
Sightseeing .
And where will you be staying ?
At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing .
OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ?
Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase .
I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these .
Oh , that's too bad .
But it doesn't have a turntable . I have a fair number of vinyl records , so I need something to play them on .
Our selection of stereo systems with turntables is somewhat limited , but we do have this system over here .
It does smell good , How much is it ?
It goes for $ 40 .
OK . I'll take this one .
No . if you do that , the workers won ' t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . Th
Oh , yes ! I completely forgot about it .
did you have a fight with Jack ?
no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ?
come on , dear ! You forgot it , too .
you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these " big days " , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable .
is that your phone ?
oh , it's Jack . Excuse me .
wow ! good timing .
he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ?
come on ! three's a crowd !
so what ?
just go ! it's Valentine's Day !
Sounds interesting . Who are the other people ?
Fred and David , my college class mates and Rachel .
Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ?
Your tent and enough food and water .
You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ?
We can go fishing , chatting and camping .
What are we waiting for ? Come on !
Don't hurry . Wait for my call .
I need you for my court date .
What kind of case do you have ?
I ' m being charged with a felony .
I can help you with that .
What is your price ?
I charge $ 150 an hour .
I can ' t afford that .
That ' s my rate .
That ' s expensive , but I need you .
Ok . I ' ll try my best to calm down first .
OK . What time is it ?
3 o'ctock this afternoon .
I ' m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ' clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ?
Yes . That would be better .
Fine . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Yeah . To win is the most important thing .
Sure , that sounds great . Where are your appetizers listed ?
There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table .
The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ?
You know , that is one of my favorites !
OK , I'll take one order of that .
You could choose another appetizer for half price to share .
Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings .
It's too expensive .
If you think it's expensive . You can look at this one .
What's the difference between the two ?
It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap .
Let me see .
I have no plans for Friday , so curry would be great . Which restaurant do you have in mind ?
Susan suggested the one on Main Street . She says it is very good .
Which one is that ?
You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door .
Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good .
Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ?
What time ?
At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation .
That's good . See you on Friday .
Really , well , o . k . Get the receipts out .
Let ' s see . We spent $ 700 dollars for our home loan payment , $ 400 on groceries , $ 75 on utilities , $ 250 on gasoline , $ 100 on books , and $ 300 on entertainment last month .
That ' s $ 1825 .
We put $ 500 into the savings account , and $ 750 into our stock account .
$ 3075 . Our paychecks our $ 3300 , combined . That means we don ' t have any receipts for $ 225 .
Right .
It is hard to get used to a new place , isn't it ?
Yes . Would you like to come here later to have a coffee ? Bring all your family .
We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ?
About 4 .
OK . Do you want us to bring something ?
No , just come here .
OK , see you later .
Bye .
Why , you look pretty all right .
Yeah . I just got here a couple of days ago . How about you ?
Really ? That's wonderful . Can you wait a second ? I need to change .
All right , but hurry up . It takes you hours to change .
I will . Do you think we can get something really nice and cheap ? I mean this is the last day .
I think so . They don't sell shoddy cloth for one thing .
Should we ask Cindy to come along ? She saw the evening gown made of silk last month that she wanted to buy very much . She didn't buy it of course . It would cost her three months ' salary .
She already bought that evening gown .
When ?
Yesterday . She wore that gown last night , and showed it off to everybody at Mr . Mile ' s party .
Oh ? Isn't that like her .
Hurry up , will you ? We ' ll have to go to the gas station first .
All right , all right . I am ready to go . Let's go !
Sorry , the stacks are closed to undergraduate students .
No , seriously . . . I really want this .
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
I'm no better than them . They say it's mindless to sit in front of a machine all the time , but I think it's stimulating .
You won't play online games full of violence , will you ?
Once in a while .
It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful .
I hope I can practice self-control again .
Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ?
Does 6,30 suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Have you used any hotel services this morning ?
No .
OK . You have stayed for four nights at 90 US dollars each , and here are the meals that you had at the hotel . That makes a total of 660 US dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Of course . Please sign your name here .
Oh , I see . I thought maybe it was just the time of the day , although it isn't usually busy at 2:30 in the afternoon .
You are right , you've just missed the lunchtime rush . Could you fill out a withdrawal slip , please ?
I did that already , while I was waiting . Also , here's my card .
Thank you . And you require ...
800 RIB , please .
Please enter your personal code right here , on the key pad . And sign here , please .
OK ...
Thank you . Here's your card back and your money . Please double check it for me .
Yes , that's great . Thanks .
I can't believe they would play so good .
Ok , that ' s a good idea . Where shall we meet ?
Well how about meeting at my place ?
That sounds good . I ' ll call you once I arrive .
All right , we'll come right away .
( after a while ... ) Where's the patient ?
He's there in the room . He's very ill .
Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please .
Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are .
Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room .
( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor
He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover .
May I send food for him ?
No , outside food is not permitted .
Can I come round to see him tomorrow ?
Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward .
Yes . Thank you .
By the way , you can bring some flowers .
OK .
Don't worry about him .
When could I take care of him ?
Our nurse can take good care of him .
I ' d like to a glass of tomato juice please .
Any serial , sir ?
Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight .
And eggs ?
Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy .
How do you want to your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that ' s enough , thank you .
What do you have in mind ?
How about going to the gym ? There's one really close to work .
I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ?
As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now .
Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities .
Yes , he ' s been like this for two weeks . We don ' t know what to do .
Have you talked to him ?
Yeah . But he just didn ' t listen .
Okay . Get back to your work , and call me back this evening .
Okay , no problem . Bye !
Bye !
I guess I'll send it by airmail .
Is there anything valuable ?
No , there are only some vases .
They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do .
Have you got boxes for sale ?
Yes .
Is it all right this time ?
Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms .
OK .
Have you written down your return address ?
Yes , I have .
Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port .
Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau . According to the report , the damage was caused by poor packing . Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases .
Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route .
Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately .
We will check with the parties concerned right away .
Some of the scenes moved me into tears .
Certainly . I ' Ve already worked out a general budget for all the departments .
It's out of the question .
I was thinking about the accident I saw in the morning . I was petrified when two cars collided . I witnessed the traffic accident .
Did someone get hurt ?
A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too .
What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ?
I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk .
Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ?
I don ' t understand . Maybe they feel they are okay and driving fast seems very cool .
The cleanup crew is towing the heavily damaged car and the green flag drops ! Rikknen is still in the lead with only two laps to go !
Smoke is coming out of his car ! He seems to be having engine trouble ! He makes his way into the pit , and Fernando Alonso takes the lead !
How unlucky for Rikknen , and this race is over ladies and gentlemen , Alonso takes the checkered flag !
Sure . Will you be long ?
No , I just want to use the bathroom .
Go ahead . It will be safe with me .
Speaking .
Hi , Li Hong . This is Alice .
Hi , Alice . How are you ?
Not bad . Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ' t go to see Mrs . Brown with you tomorrow morning . My mother is ill . I must take care of her .
I ' m sorry to hear that . You ' d better stay at home . After all , we can visit Mrs . Brown later
OK . Bye - bye .
Bye .
I'd just like a trim , and don't cut it too short .
Yes , sir . How about the sideburns ?
I think they only need a little trimming .
Can I use the clippers ?
No , don't use them , please .
Oh , all right , sir .
Would you trim off a bit more there , above the ear ?
Don't you think it needs a little taken off on top , too ?
I guess that would be better .
( Raising a lock ) About like this ?
No , not that much . Now , yes , that's fine .
Shave also , s ir ?
Yes .
How do you want your moustache trimmed ?
Because he'll tell Mary and that will cause us problems .
I think you are a quick learner .
Well , I don't think I can manage with it .
In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ?
That's good , thank you .
Not really , to be honest . Some of what they call fashion looks terrible to me .
But they are showing what will be all the rage next year .
All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street .
Did you know that fashion is cyclical ?
What , it keeps coming back ?
Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again .
Flares ?
They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers .
It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes .
That's fine , but then you'll always look plain .
That's a thought . It's still early , and the beach isn't crowded at this time of the day . If we don't stay too long , we won't get sunburned .
Yeah , sounds like fun . I can wear my new pink bikini .
There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are .
Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go !
If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too .
Ok , you could borrow one of mine .
Thanks , how about the green and black one ?
No problem . Here it is .
Walk down till you see the first lights . It's cross the street .
Thank you .
This is our courtyard .
It's so spacious , about 40 square metres , right ?
Yes , about 46 square metres .
Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ?
Yes .
Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ?
They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time .
Very good idea . Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness .
OK , I see .
Mr . Smith is sending his apologies and has asked me to find out if the day after tomorrow would be all right with you .
Yes , that will be just as good .
Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ?
All right . Then I can do some shopping today before going back to my country .
Well , I ' Ve been working so hard lately , so I ' ll probably just take it easy .
Sounds nice .
Yeah , I ' ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies .
Can I stop by ?
Sure . Any time .
Well , I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job .
Take it easy , maybe tomorrow will be different .
I don't know , I can't stand my job these days .
Cheer up , I hope you'll feel better soon .
I ' m not sure .
You honestly have no idea ?
PCC is perfectly fine for me .
You might as well stay here .
That ' s not a bad idea .
PCC is a wonderful institution .
You have a point .
So , what are you going to do ?
I ' m just going to keep going to PCC .
Yeah , Bob moved in last week . He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend .
Oh ? What's wrong with his girlfriend ?
She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was " what's wrong with your voice ? "
Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to .
I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil .
Oh come on , it's not that bad .
No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off .
Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking .
That's the plan .
Good luck .
Yes , it's right over here .
Great . One last question , where is your jazz section ?
Back there against that wall .
Oh , I see it . Thanks for your help .
No problem .
John is in prison now . He was copped outstealing .
I just cann't believe my ears !
Oh , it seems like it was just yesterday .
I am dealing with the study of the architecture style of ancient Chinese buildings .
A table-cloth of this size and style is 15 Yuan .
That ' s reasonable .
If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years .
Really ? I ' ll take it then .
According to your schedule , you will visit the Times Company , including its office building , workshops and stores , in the morning from 8: 30 to 11
Is there anything after the meeting ? In that case , would you add one plan ? I want to visit our guest Mr . Ross after the meeting . Can you arrange it for me ?
Sounds good . What do we need to bring ?
We need to buy some buns for the hot dogs and hamburgers , and I'm making potato salad .
I'll dig out the Frisbee and my kite from Taiwan .
Well , I could offer you maybe 10 percent off .
Oh , I was hoping to get one free . Like four for 75 dollars .
This one I'd better chat with the manager . Could you give me a second ?
I don't mind helping .
We need to set the table for four .
So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ?
That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you .
Don't be silly ! I know how to use knives and forks .
Four by six will do .
All right , ma'am , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
I am going to register at Harvard next month .
What are you going to major in ?
I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ?
For nearly four years .
Well . You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay . At the moment , I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school .
Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
Mmm , that sounds very interesting .
Yes , that sounds wonderful .
OK . See you then .
But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian
Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ?
The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat .
Relly ? That's amazing .
Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly .
Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet .
Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try .
Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat .
Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet .
We'll see . Anyway , I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue . See you then !
Congratulations !
Thanks .
Where are you from ?
I'm from Shanghai . And you ?
I'm from Chicago .
I ' m afraid you ' re being too particular about your food .
I eat dog food when my parents are out .
We ' re in the same boat ! I ' Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now .
Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition !
Let ' s dine out tonight for a change !
Good idea !
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is of very super quality . We only use the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it can protect your skin from UVA and UVB .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have six colors
The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ?
250 Yuan .
That's expensive .
What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel .
I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ?
Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in .
All right . How much is it ?
45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free .
Well , I'll take them .
Oh , I'm so sorry . May I ask what you ordered again ?
Yes . What I ordered is roast beef , not roast beef sandwiches .
That sounds like a great idea !
Would you be interested in joining me ?
Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ?
I thought that we could leave around 8
That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ?
That was part of my plan .
Well then , I'll see you on Saturday . Thanks for asking me to go with you .
Well , you can bet this relationship ' s going to be a flash in the pan .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn ' t have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
Okay , okay , what do you want ?
Do you think I could borrow the car ? I ' m going to concert tonight .
Um .. I don ' t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother .
Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him !
Who's this Eric guy ?
Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please !
No can do ... sorry .
Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ?
No way !
That ' s so unfair !
That ' s ok . Don ' t be sorry . We ' ll talk later .
OK . See you on Today .
See you on Moday . Have a great weekend .
You too . Thanks for dropping in .
We need to find a good realtor .
Not necessary . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive .
What do you mean ?
Realtors always get a commission . If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him .
But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles .
Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them .
I still think we should have a realtor . We're new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house . And also , the realtor will inspect the house . He can tell us if the house has any problems .
Of course we need a house inspector . But we can hire an inspector on our own . As for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us .
So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ?
It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper . Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads . Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them .
And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ?
Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves .
Why ?
That is because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher . He will have to pay a commission to the realtor .
Hmm . It all sounds very complicated .
It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time . That's why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome .
I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like .
All right . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drugstore .
What did he do this time ? I remember last time he was painting her fence to repay her for breaking it , and he accidentally painted her cat .
That was last time . This time it's worse .
Ok , tell me .
Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ...
And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time .
True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ...
Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad .
And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish .
At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad .
Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald .
Hmm , that is bad .
Thanks a lot .
You are always responsible and careful .
Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work !
Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ?
Next month .
So what are you responsible for ?
I'm going to manage the whole accounts department .
So you must get higher pay than before .
Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan .
1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ...
OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat .
Really ? Can I order anything I want ?
Of course . Let's go .
Maybe we could work out an overtime schedule . It ' s definitely worth it to finish by the twentieth .
It couldn't be better . My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much .
You're so lucky . I hope to get married to a guy like that .
I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends .
Do you guys do anything special ?
In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe .
Sound like everything is great .
No , but I ' m planning on visiting Australia and new Zealand soon . I ' Ve heard that they are beautiful countries . Which is the most beautiful country you ' Ve been to ?
I think I ' d say norway . It has many picturesque fjords , waterfalls , and mountains .
Isn ' t it really cold there ?
Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ' s a wet country , so there ' s snow almost everywhere in winter .
I ' Ve been to other Scandinavian countries , but not to Norway . Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there .
Thank you , Mr . Morris . Please wait one moment and let me check on the order . Would you like anything to drink , sir ? On the house .
I missed today's weather for cast in the radio
It seems 10 degree below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather , but do hate when it get slippery .
The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport
That's fine . let's go skating together tomorrow .
All you need to do is fill in the blanks correctly on the Continued Claim Form , and the EDD Office will take care of the rest .
What about if I find a job that I know will only last for a couple of weeks ? Can I take it ?
It is to your advantage to work as much as you can .
Good . Can you come in the morning or would afternoon be best ?
Either one is OK .
Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation .
I will be prepared to do my presentation .
Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ?
Everyone needs to be there .
That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ?
I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure .
OK . We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow . Have a good day !
When we go into an interview , what do you think our first consideration should be ?
Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by .
Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important .
Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview .
The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company .
What else should I be thinking about ?
Be yourself and be honest . Simply answer the questions put to you .
Of course , I should have been more careful . I ' m sorry .
Just let it be . Her rudeness will come back to haunt her .
Hey , listen . I had every right to stay in the lane I was in . You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out . And anyhow , you didn't give me any time to change lanes . All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me .
I think my arm is broken .
Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too .
Listen , let's just wait until the police get here . Then we can decide whose fault this accident was .
Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried .
I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side . Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ?
Alright .
It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there .
Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital .
Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police .
Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time .
It really hurts .
Yes , maybe it does . But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ?
To hell with you . The accident was your fault .
I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone . Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ?
To hell with you .
Well , Qi is famous all over the world , isn ' t he ? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting .
Cool ! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer , free sketch or claborate-style painting ?
I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings .
That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture .
I love this art exhibition !
So do I . Let ' s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ?
OK .
Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
The rent each month is $ 1050 .
That ' s a lot of money .
Did you have a better price in mind ?
What about $ 800 ?
That ' s way too low .
I can ' t pay much more than that .
How about $ 900 a month ?
That would be fine .
Great . It was a pleasure doing business with you .
I ' ll make sure he gets the message .
Okay . I guess I could give it a try .
I ' m afraid you ' re going in the opposite direction .
That's great . I trouble you so much . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Shall we go there on foot ? It's very near .
OK , let ' s go .
Honey , listen to me . First , you should learn how to breathe in and breathe out .
Mom , it's so terrible . Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned .
Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly .
Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming .
Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough .
Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong .
Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it .
Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart .
Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head .
Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ?
That's the way to go . Now , you are flying , my boy .
I think that I'll be really good at this kind of work . In fact I learn so fast that I'll be looking for promotion very shortly .
Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a Laboratory Assistant ?
A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment , keep a check on the supplies in the store , and prepare the chemicals for experiments .
What sort of student do you regard yourself as ? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school ?
I suppose I'm a reasonable student . I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me .
What were your favorite subjects at school ?
Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school . I also enjoyed history .
Do you have any plans for further study ?
Well , I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College . I think I would really benefit from doing that .
Have you ever had a job before ?
Yes . I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner .
We have a lot of other applicants for this position . Why do you think that you deserve to get the job ?
Well , I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved . I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well .
I think I have asked you everything I wanted to . Thank you for coming along to the interview .
Thank you . When will I know if I am successful ?
We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week . Well . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Oh , he's the coach of the football team .
Oh , she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class . She doesn't mind your making mistakes , though .
You know , speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use .
Yeah . She married him at her mother's bidding .
Here it is .
It appears that you have late fees .
Really ?
Yes , really .
How much do I owe ?
You owe $ 24 . 50 in late fees .
I don ' t have that much today .
I ' m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ' t be able to check out any more books .
I ' ll pay it as soon as possible .
A second language is always difficult .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
Yes , how would you like your coffee ?
Just black coffee . Do you serve anything else besides drinks , say cake .
We also serve sandwiches and cakes .
Give me two pieces of cake .
Why haven't you tried to come see me then ?
I've been really busy .
Doing what ?
Working .
I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too .
What have you been doing ?
I've been working too .
Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me .
I am too .
Come on ! A little labor , much health .
Then can you wait a few minutes ? I want to finish writing this letter .
Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather .
I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ?
I Believe I will . Look for me near the lake .
Shall we bring any thing ? Some wine ?
No , not really . Just bring yourselves . We would like to your presence .
Sure . Rather than eating , having western food is more about western culture .
Yeah . Which restaurant are we going to tonight ?
Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant .
Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ?
You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now .
I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ?
There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget .
Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too .
It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ?
I'll take care of the order .
OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ?
Don't forget about the dessert .
OK , then 50 Yuan for dessert . 500 Yuan all together .
We get alone very well .
cooking makes me feel relaxed . So , what are we cooking ?
ok , well , we're going to make a pan of lasagne , a salad , and some garlic bread . Here's the recipe . Do you want to get the ingredients we need out of the cupboard ?
sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too .
that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ?
that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there .
fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet .
you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ?
I don't think it's broken .
well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages !
fine . I'll go vacuum . Let me know if you need any other help .
I don't know . I have no idea .
Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home ?
I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible .
You should try it . It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too . What do you say ?
OK , but don't say I didn't warn you .
That was a pretty good shot , Mary .
Thanks . This is fun !
Let me help you with your serve .
No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before . Maybe I should learn to do something .
Of course , you can . All you need is a little help and a lot of practice .
Do you really think I can be a good player ?
Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ?
Yes . This has been fun .
Perhaps you'd prefer a limousine . That's such a stylish way to travel .
Just a taxi , please .
And what is your destination ?
I'm going to Rockefeller Center .
I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ?
I want to leave as soon as possible .
Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir .
Thank you , I'm coming down now .
It won't be but a few seconds , sir .
Yes , of course . Well as you can see from the resume I ' m 27 and grew up in Brooklyn , New York , although our family moved to London when I was quite young , at around 16 .
Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ?
Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ' Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business
Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood .
Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ' m really looking to settle down .
I see . Okay , well let ' s move on to discuss your education shall we ?
Sure .
But I'd prefer to stay at home and have a good rest .
not really . But it has puzzled me for a long time .
what's the puzzle ?
my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids .
oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way .
yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night .
oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren .
but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not .
definitely .
you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness .
don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together .
I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child .
sure . You can fully enjoy your time together .
From China .
Really ? You don ' t look very Chinese to me , if you don ' t mind me saying so .
It ' s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products .
Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ?
Don ' t you know it ' s rude to ask a lady her age ?
Don ' t get me wrong ! It ' s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas !
Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ?
I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage .
Really ? That ' s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ?
Uh ... yeah .. of course !
All right . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards . Make it hot , please .
You've got it , sir .
Well , here you are . Remember to put it in a proper place .
Actually , I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate . What about you .
Looks like we both float back and forth . I'm baritone .
Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them .
I heard them warming up earlier . You're right .
It's good to have you in the group . We can always use a good baritone !
Everything's been good with you ?
I haven't been better . How about yourself ?
I started school recently .
Where are you going to school ?
I'm going to PCC .
How do you like it so far ?
I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now .
I wish you luck .
Thanks a lot .
OK . Would you like me to get you a cab ?
Just this one .
And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Aisle , please .
Boarding time is ten 20am .
What ' s the gate number ?
Gate 29C . Have a nice flight .
I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me . But if I keep gulping down one cup after another , I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick .
you lose face by refusing to drink , and the host might think you refuse to give him face . The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up . This will endear you
a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood .
then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you .
I got you . Next time . I'll preface a toast with a statement like ' I can't drink any more ' and then drink anyway .
Do you want to know where I bought mine ?
Where did you get it from ?
I got it from IKEA .
How much did it cost you ?
It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set .
Is the furniture sturdy ?
The furniture is built extremely well .
I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good .
Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic .
What makes you say that ?
They wear the same clothes , they ' re all blond , they all drive cars , they all own Parker fountain pens ; they all drink Coca Cola , and they all chew gum .
I disagree with you . They don ' t all wear the same clothes ; they ' re definitely not all blond ; they don ' t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ' t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ' t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ' t have anything to do with how they look !
Maybe I am just homesick . I know you ' re right . I just miss China , that ' s all .
About five weeks .
Oh , dear . It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail . How much will it cost if I send it by air ?
Just a moment . I'll weigh it .
I'd like to have a glass of tomato juice , please .
Any cereal , sir ?
Yes , a dish of cream of wheat .
And eggs ?
Yes , bacon and eggs with buttered toast . I like my bacon very crisp .
How do you want your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that's enough . T hank you .
I would like to talk to you about your daughter .
Is there a problem ?
No , your daughter is great .
That's great news .
Your daughter is a wonderful student .
She isn't messing up in class ?
Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved .
Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well .
It is my pleasure to have her in my class .
Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ?
To tell you the truth , I am on a diet .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
Very good . May I keep it ? I need it to draw up a notice of the meeting and the agenda .
Go ahead . It's for your reference . While you are at it , make me a special agenda and don't forget to have enough room at the side for notes .
You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ?
Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control .
I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ?
The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ?
Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right .
Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well .
Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ?
Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately .
But I am not familiar with the members of the board .
Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number .
That's a good idea . All right , I ' ll withdraw and get down to it if you don't mind .
I never trust those stupid doctors .
In Thailand . I taught English there .
All right
Yes . I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted .
Just because he gets on well with everybody ?
Partly , and he's also a hardworking man .
Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ' s short hand is the best in her class .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
It looks like you are about to get dressed . Did you forget we are in a car on the road ?
I'm good at this . Nobody will see anything .
Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking !
All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room .
That will be my pleasure .
That must be Conrad Reeves .
Conrad Reeves , the actor ? It can ' t be . Let me have another look . I think you ' re right ! Isn ' t he her third husband ?
No , He must be her fourth or fifth .
Doesn ' t Karen Marsh look old !
She does , doesn ' t she ! I read she ' s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty .
I ' m sure she is .
She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl .
That was a long time ago , wasn ' t it ?
Not that long ago ! I ' m not more than twenty-nine myself .
It's for my daughter who is still a senior high school student .
Then the M-Zone will be suitable .
What's special with the service ?
You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that .
That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card .
Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now .
Oh , good . Then what is it ?
If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free .
May I have two of them ?
Sure . As many as you want .
Okay , then a third one for my husband too .
Let's meet on Friday to discuss your progress . Give me your e-mail address ... umm , I mean addresses ... We'll be in touch .
Hmm . Well , in that case , we could go to the movies .
Oh , we always go to the movies . Can ' t we do something different ?
Well , do you have any suggestions ?
Let's see . How do you feel about playing bridge ?
It's OK with me , but we don't have any beer and things .
Well , shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over , and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff .
OK .
Well , I work very long hours , ten hours a day is quite normal . And if something important comes up , I ' m often in the office until 8 or 9 in the evening .
Good boy !
I would also like to check out this video .
Is that all ?
Yes , just the video .
May I see your library card ?
Here you go .
You have to take care of this video .
Oh , I will .
You will be fined if you damage it .
I understand . Thank you very much .
I ' d expected it to be much more exciting .
I'm not a very good singer , but I'm a really great dancer ! I love hip hop dancing .
Great ! I'll sing , and you can dance in our band .
I'm not sure .
Is it broken ?
I hope not ! Oh , I see .
What is it ?
The batteries are worn down . I need replace them .
Where can we get batteries ?
All photography shops carry them .
OK . Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does .
Well , you know me . I can always eat pizza , or spaghetti .
So I've noticed . You're putting on a little weight , aren't you ?
I know . Don't remind me . I'm starting a new diet the day after tomorrow .
It's about time .
Besides , you can pick up some helpful information from the talk .
First of all , you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile .
To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time .
And your statement should be clear and brief to the point .
Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic .
Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer .
Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic .
Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk .
In a word , any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening .
I have to take my exams for getting into the university , so I need to prepare .
Do you think it will help ?
It has to ! I ' Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ' t know , but the school has a great success record .
Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too .
I ' ll pick up an application form for you at school tomorrow .
It's really hard to avoid such bad influence anyway .
It ' s true . But I can ' t show my abilities .
Come on ! Don ' t be silly !
Your present job is something better . Why do you change ?
Well . How do you know ?
You sure sound like Naomi .
Oh . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Please tell her that Andy called .
Okay . I'll give her the message .
Thanks .
Bye .
I felt fine . I must have been too excited to notice .
I've never been to Disneyland . I went to Universal Studios when I was fifteen . My parents took my brother Franco and I to Los Angeles and San Francisco . Wish you and Janet love each other more .
They're still fighting hard . Let's wait and see .
Yes . Here's a booking form . Please write down the number you wish to call , the name of the person you want to talk to , and your own name for our reference .
All right . Can you tell me when I will be able to get through ?
It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible .
Thank you .
By sea .
Noirin , N-O-I-R-I-N , it's an Irish name .
well , i wanted to get a pet that wouldn't disturb the neighbors . at the same time , I wanted a pet that would be affectionate .
rabbits aren't usually that affectionate , are they ?
if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats .
i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ?
not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its
that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ?
No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad .
can you train a rabbit to do things ?
you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet .
that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ?
not yet . She's pretty tame . I think she must be used to being around lots of different people .
There is no need . We have the tour everyday .
That is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
I voted for Obama , of course !
Can you believe that he actually won ?
I knew he would win .
I didn ' t think he would .
He was the top candidate .
I figured people wouldn ' t vote for him because he ' s African American .
That just goes to show that America is finally turning over a new leaf .
You ' re absolutely right .
I ' m excited that Barack Obama is our President .
I'd like to try a new hair-style . Could you show me some pictures of hair styles ?
Sure . Here you are .
Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please .
Yes , Miss . Is that all right ?
Beautifully done .
And would you like a manicure ?
No , thanks . How much should I pay ?
One hundred yuan , please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
The big one .
Yes .
It's right next to it , on the right .
Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ?
I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now .
I really need to get some things before I leave .
Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day .
Can I take the subway to get there ?
Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab .
Won't that be expensive ?
No , from here I think it's only about 5 dollars .
You'd like it .
Yes , I'd like some coffee .
Sorry , I don't have any coffee .
That's OK . I'll have a glass of water .
A small glass , or a big one ?
Small please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
Ok , this premium for the difference between 130 % and 110 % of the invoice value should be borne by the buyer .
That's understood .
Medium , a woman ' s size 10 or 12 .
This dress is the latest fashion form Paris . It ' s made of pure silk . And this silk blouse would go with this skirt . Do you like it ?
Yes .
Why don ' t you try it on and see how you feel about it ?
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll try it on .
How does that feel ?
It feels very good .
You look wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll take it . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
We have got a 2 weeks ' vocation and we plan to leave on Thursday .
Then please have a look at the table , there are so many plans .
There you go .
Looks like the one guy lost control in all this rain , and the other one hit him .
Yeah . It ' s pretty bad , that car looks like a coke can .
These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days .
Yeah , it looks like we ' re in for a long drive .
Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it .
All right .
What a pity ! I missed it again .
It's popular you know . You want to reserve it ?
Yes , please .
Fill out this form and we will send you a note when we get the book .
Thank you . What shall I do when I check out these books ?
Take the card , and fill in your name and library card number .
Thank you so much .
I ' Ve got a fever and really a bad headache .
Oh , that ' s too bad . Why don ' t you take some aspirin ?
I ' Ve already tried some but it didn ' t help .
Well , it ' s necessary for you to see a doctor .
Yeah , I guess I should .
Well , you ' d better get some rest .
Thank you very much .
Bye .
Yeah .
What happened ?
My boss said I didn ' t have enough skills to do the job well .
What are you going to do ?
I ' m going to start taking classes at the local community college to try to improve my skills . Then I ' ll start looking for a new position .
That is true . I'll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It's usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate all your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
What was your major at college ?
My major was accounting .
Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ?
Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises .
What kind of work are you doing now ?
I'm engaged in accounting .
What are your responsibilities in your present work ?
My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency .
Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ?
I think so .
Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ?
Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 .
What's the creditor's equity ?
The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities .
Yes , I ' Ve had lots of overtime to do recently and I haven ' t slept much at all .
Well then , you should get some rest this weekend and don ' t go out drinking .
Yes , I think you ' re right !
Not really .
What did you do for your last move ?
Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out .
Oh . that's very nice of him .
Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you .
Yes , please .
Get her on the phone , please . I need to clarify this .
Why don't you change the cash to traveler's checks ? It's much more convenient and safer . When you are abroad , you can cash them .
Well , that's great .
It costs 275 yuan , Miss .
It's nice , but that's very steep for a rain coat . Could you give me a 20 percent discount ?
Sorry , we don't give discounts .
In that case , I don't think I'll buy one here .
So why don ' t you tell me why you are interested in changing positions ?
Unfortunately , our company is shutting down due to the economy .
What would you consider your strengths ?
I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes .
What is your biggest weakness ?
I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged .
We have a position where that could work out well .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you're right . There needs to be an international response to this problem ?
Yes . Here you are .
Is it in the other pocket ?
No , it is not here . Damn it ! I'm going to have to buy another ticket .
Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in .
OK .
And we arrange a morning call at seven thirty . Is that be fine ?
That ' s alright .
Please put your luggage outside your room by eight . The bail-boy will pick them up .
Thank you .
Thank you very much . I hope you enjoy your stay .
Yes , you need the traveler ' s check but you needn ' t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ' t need them .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Yes . I regard instructor as a decent occupation and I love to be an instructor .
Yes , I'd like them sent to this address .
Do you want to sign the card ?
No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting .
Ah ... very well , sir . I'll have them delivered this afternoon .
I recommend Nisei products . This brand has a face cream which is effective on fading freckles .
How much is it ?
419 yuan .
It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ?
I'm afraid there isn't .
OK . I will call Peter to clean it together .
That's my good girl . The clothes need washing . I'll do the laundry .
Excuse me , but what are the Mbps mainly used for ?
Oh , there are many uses and I'll explain them in detail a little later . First , I'd like to ...
Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ?
You were right , Mr . Tim . Your colleagues do want know all about it .
Coke is fine . Thank you .
Oh , quite the other way round . She is a knock-out . She devotes much of her time to her career .
Have you had any unusually stressful situations in your life lately ?
My mother just passed away last Tuesday .
I ' m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ?
I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority .
Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ?
No , I haven ' t hit my head .
I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests .
I made strawberry shortcake .
Ooh , that's my favorite . Maybe I'll have a small slice .
Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ?
I'll have a cup of tea .
Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ?
Actually , could I have some milk with that ?
Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ?
Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go .
What happened ?
I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up .
I'll go with you . Where is she ?
She's on the M40 , near Reading .
Is she alright ?
I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this .
Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go .
Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own .
Ok . Just call me if you need anything then .
I will . Thanks a lot .
We can certainly do that . Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen .
Actually , can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty . am ?
I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ?
I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again .
Okay . Good night , sir .
Well , I want to build a deck in my back yard .
What for ?
So I can have a special place to hang out with friends , and also do some barbecuing on weekends .
That sounds cool . Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job ?
You ? Do you have a carpenter's license ?
Yes , of course . But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle .
Wow ! That's cool . So , let me give you some details about the deck I want .
Please go ahead , I am listening .
I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door .
Is your back door higher than the ground level ?
Yes , the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground .
Okay , then you need a deck with a guardrail .
I don't like things to be fancy .
Don't worry . I will build your deck with a simple but classic look .
Hmm , that's good . Can you use cedar or redwood to build it ?
Cedar is a good choice .
Well , let's take the measurements right now .
Unfortunately , we do . Let's plan for something together for Wednesday . We can go right after work .
That sounds good . Where do you want to play ?
We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work .
How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close .
How much does it cost over there ?
Twilight rates are 21 dollars .
That's pretty good . Let's do it .
Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4
Make it 4
Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time .
Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then .
Aright . Have fun on Saturday .
Will do .
Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
would you like something to drink ? I've got tea and some grape juice .
thanks . Some tea would be nice . Chinese tea is great . I really like your tea set . Where did you get it ?
oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well .
oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here .
you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants
there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight .
well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way .
that would be wonderful . Thanks !
No worries , there's a subway station at the conference center itself , and a shuttle from your hotel to the conference center that takes only 5 minutes . When you do your personal sightseeing , you can first take the shuttle to the conference center , then hop on the metro .
Is it expensive to ride on the underground ?
You can get a daily pass that will allow you to travel unlimited for the whole day for about 6 dollars . Otherwise , you can pay by trip , which is about 50 cents to 2 dollars each trip , depending on how far you go .
Is it easy to get lost ?
No , no ... . it's very hard to get lost . There are two lines , one that goes in a circle , the other that is straight . If you get lost , there are always subway attendants that can help you find your way .
What a pity !
Well , you are flattering me . I wouldn't say I am a professional , but I did receive some training at school . My music teacher used to be a professional singer .
Well , a good teacher makes good students .
You are quite right .
A higher discount will be given for a big order , so we are willing to give you a 5 % discount this time .
The Iranians will give us a 10 % discount if such a high order is placed with them . No doubt you know an incentive discount encourages the buyers and helps expand seller's business .
Of course I know . But there is too high a rate . Frankly speaking , the maximum discount we can make is 6 % .
What else did she tell you ? Did she tell you how many miles there are on it ?
She thinks it has about twenty-five or thirty thousand miles .
That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ?
Three thousand dollars .
Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ?
He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city .
Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ?
No , but she gave me her friend's telephone number . I can call him and make an appointment .
My name is Jane Brown !
Oh yeah ! Would you please welcome ... Miss Jan Brown .
How about this one ? It's our biggest -- 16 " in diameter .
Oh , yes . I like that one . But it's too heavy .
Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum .
Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle .
Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it .
Great . Will that be cash or charge ?
Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show you the lid . It comes with the pan .
OK . 17 % the first six months , 14 % for the second .
Good . Let's iron out the remaining details . When do you want to take delivery ?
We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st .
Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st .
Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments .
Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 .
I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Tom , this deal promises big returns for both sides . Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
No , I don't .
Any cigarettes ? Baker ?
Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky .
What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of those ? Let me taste it .
Yes , Sir , go ahead , here you are .
You've gone bonkers , Jen .
It's facial paper , and it fits into the rings of my binder ! It's magical .
OK . Let's see . Give me a sheet .
OK . You may wrap it now . Please fill in this form and label it . ( after a moment ) Would you like it registered ?
No , I'd rather send it by ordinary mail .
Nine dollars and fifty cents .
Here you are .
Here's the receipt .
Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
Thank you .
Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct . Exhibition there . Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind .
Yes , we have . I ' Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ' d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it .
Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery .
I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles .
Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles .
Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ?
We normally export CFR .
What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis .
That can be discussed .
All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ?
What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel .
I'll be expecting you , then .
I ' m thinking of taking you back home . I thought we could have a nice evening , but you ' re always so negative .
I ' m only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage .
You see , that ' s what I ' m talking about , I can ' t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings .
Well he ' s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories .
Love stories ? More like one-night-stands .
Don ' t criticize Mario or else I ' ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours ; they ' re no saints .
My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ?
You ' re unbearable ; you can walk home , I ' m leaving .
Mrs . Smith , what do you do for work ?
I'm a doctor .
Oh . Where do you work ?
New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ?
I'm a teacher .
What do you teach ?
I teach English .
Where ?
At a high school in New Jersey .
That's nice . How old are you ?
I'm 32 .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
Sixty bucks ? No-can-do , son . You'll be lucky if I go down to eighty-five .
Eighty-five ? That's the best you can do ? I'll come back later ...
Good . I will add this to the contract .
The second thing I would like to point out , that is packaging . It's stipulated in the contract that all the computer parts should be packed in cardboard boxes . But I think the wooden cases are much safer .
Well , you are right . Is there anything else ?
As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much .
Well , we have agreed on all the major points .
What year is it ?
1999 .
How about the mileage ?
6,000 miles , all highway mileage .
What do you mean 7B
Highway miles are not as bad as local miles . They do not hurt car as much .
Oh , why such a high mileage ?
The owner was commuting everyday crossing the state line .
Okay . Does this car have a warranty ?
One month .
How do I make sure I am not buying a junk ?
You'll check it out anyway you want . You can take it to a garage .
How much is it ?
$ 5,900 .
I'll have to think about it .
Leave your phone number , and I will give you a call if the price gets reduced .
Okay .
Oh , hey , did you look in the classified ads ?
You mean used cars ?
No , Ah ... single sellers .
Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problems .
Uh huh . How about a used car ? They've got good ones now .
It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get .
Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now . You'd feel so good driving a new car .
Let's look at them all . Have you got a paper there ?
Yes , I will . We are very happy with your performance and want to continue our woodworking relationship .
I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase .
Let me take this up with the Director and get back to you immediately .
Is it important ?
You bet it is . It's about the new contract .
Here it is , sir .
What time is your appointment ?
It is at 8 o'clock .
What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ?
I don't know what time it is .
It must be about 6 o'clock .
I have to go now . I don't want to be late .
You won't be late . It's still early .
Well , his son had an accident and Bill doesn ' t have health insurance . This really got me thinking , and I wondered if we shouldn ' t look into a couple of different HMO ' s .
Yeah , you ' re right . We aren ' t getting any younger and our kids are getting older .
Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too .
Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money .
Well , we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine .
I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare .
Not in a million years !
Are you going fishing ?
No . Just some fun in the sun . We really need to get away and relax for a few days .
Well , don't worry . I ' ll take care of the business for you . Have fun !
We haven't decided yet . There are a lot of things to sort out , you know .
Are you having a big wedding ?
Yes , I've always dream of having a big wedding .
But what do you say about that ?
I don't really enjoy big occasions , but I think I ' ll come round to the idea in the end , It only happens once in a lifetime .
Perhaps I'll agree with Mike . I couldn't stand a big wedding with many relatives and friends of my parents or my wife whom I'd never met before .
Oh , what a coincidence ! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it . He likes children and always wants a child of his own .
In fact , they ' re both very excited about the coming baby . Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like , since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese .
Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ' s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ?
It ' s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now .
Oh ! You mean she doesn ' t have to work now ? It ' s hard for young parents not to overreact , isn ' t it ?
yes , everyone on the sales floor has to wear one . They're supposed to make us look more professional .
they're not actually that bad . They could be worse . What do you think about it ?
I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day .
so are you enjoying your new job ?
it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great .
how do you like working in sales ?
I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster .
that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department .
yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman !
I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos !
how do you know her ?
she's my cousin .
why didn't you tell me about that before ?
I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting .
well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime .
that's a good idea . Let's discuss after work .
Definitely . I ' m really sorry !
Oh , I think it is .
How come ?
I think it's because of your bad habits !
I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot .
I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem .
I wasn't aware of that !
You should do better later .
What day are you available ?
I would like to have it done this Friday .
Three o'clock is the only time we can come in .
Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ?
I'm sorry , but that's our only available time .
How about Saturday ?
We're completely open on Saturday .
Can you come over at 11
That'll be fine .
That's free .
This one fits me well but it is too expensive , can you make it a little cheaper ?
I want it enlarged to 5 inches .
No problem . Come and get your picture on Friday .
Ah , right . How much do I need to spend ?
The minimum is 100 RIB , and the maximum is 500,000 RIB .
How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ?
Yes , they are different because they are printed by the Ministry of Finance in set amounts . Just 100 RIB , 500 RIB and 1,000 RIB , you cannot choose from many amounts , you see .
I couldn ' t either at first , but you get used to it .
It ' s so hot at lunchtime ; I ' d rather run in the morning .
Well , why don ' t you come tomorrow ? I ' ll stop by your house on my way out .
I could try , but I can ' t say for sure if I ' ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ?
I ' ll give you a call around 6:00 and stop by around 6:30 .
O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ' ll be able to get up in time for a jog .
Great , I ' ll see you then .
See you .
My name is Judy Liao . That's spelled L I A O .
Alright ... And did you have some specific questions about your application ?
Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume .
Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check . Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume .
Thank you .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ?
No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient .
Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ?
I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes . Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants .
I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful .
If you have any further questions , you can call any time .
Thank you .
Thank you . Goodbye .
What kind of music is it ?
Pop . It's Maria Carey .
When is it ?
At 8P M tomorrow night .
Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ?
Yes , that's a good idea .
Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment .
Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ?
Yes , that's right . You have a good memory .
What's your flight time ?
At 7:50 .
I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 .
How long is the ride from here then ?
Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less . Is that okay ?
Yes , that'll be fine . How much is this going to cost ?
Don't mistake her as somebody . She ' s my older sister .
Really , she's so pretty .
Middle-aged means in the middle , Ethel , middle of life . People don't live to a hundred and fifty .
Oh , we are the part on the edge of middle . That's all .
Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging .
Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ?
I can if you like .
No , I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean , if I look back on your previous presentations , this is a huge improvement .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
well , I didn't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found his extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , a
it seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
there's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar h
well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you as me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Have you been feeling any joint aches with that rash ?
No , but I have a low fever .
I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ?
I want to come in on Wednesday .
I can fit you in on that day at 10
I would prefer Dr . Smith .
You can see the doctor of your choice then , and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time .
This isn ' t the first time you have been considerably late with the rent . I need to start the procedure to evict you .
Are you taking my apartment away ?
This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent .
Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ?
You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments .
I will go write a check right now .
Thank you . I will need a cashier ' s check or cash , please .
Of course I did . Didn ' t you ?
Of course !
I have total faith in Obama as our President .
You do ?
Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf .
Our country really could use some work .
I believe that change has already begun .
I couldn ' t agree more .
I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country .
Well , like since I'm black , I must like rap music , come from the inner city , or play basketball well .
I do know you like rap music , but the other two are definitely false . I ' Ve seen you play basketball .
Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma .
You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy .
I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well .
Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all .
Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion .
I see . It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US .
Yes . Is the position available now ?
Yes , it is . Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome . I ' ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 .
I ' ll see you then . Good bye .
In the ads ? Are you serious ?
Yeah , and it ' s affordable too .
I ' d like to hear about this apartment .
First of all , it ' s absolutely gorgeous .
What is the rent each month ?
It ' s only $ 725 a month .
That ' s amazing . The rent is very cheap .
I know it is .
It ' s a good thing that you read that ad today .
Yes , my table is for 7 and it's near the window .
OK , sir . I will show you your table .
That's true . Cycling is good for our environment , too . Let me just get my helmet then .
Is your helmet comfortable ?
Not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
Maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
Is that your new bicycle ?
Yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
It's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
Nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
Well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
That's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
Is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
It's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
Could you fill these papers out , please ?
Can I take my test right now ?
You need an appointment .
I would like to do that right now , if I could .
Is Friday good for you ?
That's perfect .
Okay , so Friday at what time ?
The morning would be nice .
All right . Come in on Friday at 11
I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea .
And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress .
And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise . My father is over 60 years old , and he lifts weights every day .
Well , can you be more specific ? There are a lot of websites about that .
Yes , I want to know about the Normandy Landing .
Ok . Well , go to www . google . com , and type in Normandy Landing .
Oh , wow ! There are lot of sites .
Here , try this one . It's a good site about Normandy Landing .
Thanks .
For detailed information , however , you should read a history book .
Thanks . If I am interested , I'll go to the library .
Okay , let me see what I can do for you .
Thank you . I didn't think it would be this simple .
I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service .
Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ?
Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed .
This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again !
I'm sorry , sir . Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters .
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
I want to fetch them in 3 days .
Sure . It's H-I-L-T-O-N .
One moment , please . Ah yes , Mr . Hilton , you booked a single room for three nights . Is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I see from the computer that you are a frequent guest here . Do you have your loyalty card ?
Yes , here you are . And here's my credit card , too .
Thank you . Right , your room number is 105 . Here's your key and receipt . Thank you for choosing our hotel again , sir .
Thank you , goodbye .
Goodbye .
Yes , you'd print out the address and telephone number of those guests from your computer , and then send those materials to each business worker .
OK , I'll do it right now .
By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip .
Yes , I get it .
OK , it's no anything . Do what you should do .
he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving .
was it his first offence ?
unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university .
what happened to him then ?
not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 .
did they take his license away ?
no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now .
what do you think will happen to him ?
well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail .
that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ?
not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one .
my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him .
that'd be great ! I know he'd appreciate your help .
Oh , you've already grown up , son .
Certainly , Sir . What would you like to have ?
Please give me two fried eggs , two orders of toast and a cup of coffee .
Fine . Have a nice stay here .
Ma'am , take your kid to school ?
Yes . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut .
No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus .
The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school .
My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way .
That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone . Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand .
OK !
What is the fare ?
It's 14 . 5 Yuan .
Keep the change !
Thanks , Ma'am .
What do you want to do ?
I'm hungry . I'd like to eat something .
Where do you want to go ?
I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant .
What kind of Italian food do you like ?
I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ?
No , I don't , but I like pizza .
Actually , I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible .
Certainly . How about this one ?
This will be fine , thanks .
( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order .
Thank you .
Yeah , it's quite cute . I don't think it will fit me . I would prefer a darker color . Have you a black one ?
Yes , We have .
I can tell you worked hard on it .
I really did ! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago .
Well , it was definitely worth all the time .
Let's just hope my teacher agrees .
Tom ... you are her boss , you kown . Of course , she's helpful to you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
The disease fails to respond to drugs .
Jim White .
What was the date of the reservation ?
From November 21st for 4 nights .
Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ?
It's for myself .
May I have your name and phone number , please ?
Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 .
Thank you , sir . I will cancel Mr . White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights . We look forward to another chance to serve you .
I hope it's not gonna break into three digits
But it's already awfully close .
Well , I just hope it'll level off .
I guess you can ' t do anything until after dark then .
I guess so . What else can we do ? You can ' t stay in the heat for long .
But , well ... what I want to say is ...
Stop acting like this . Say away !
Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that .
What did she say ?
She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents .
Give her up .
He said , Pauline is typing letters . She can't speak to you now ! " Then I arrived home at six o'clock yesterday evening . He telephoned again . But I didn ' t answer the phone !
Did he telephone again last night ?
Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock .
What did you say to him ?
I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ' t telephone my daughter again !
Did he telephone again ?
No , he didn't !
Just one .
What kind of room ?
I need a room with two double beds .
Smoking or non-smoking ?
Non .
How many nights will you be staying ?
Six nights .
Ok . I just need your name and credit card number to hold the room .
Well , my mother came from a big family , and wanted to have one of her own . My father was an only child , and didn't really care about having a large family , but my mother talked him into it .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Well , at least going to college won't be too bad . Since both of your parents are college professors , they must give you reduced tuition at the college .
They do , but it doesn't help too much . Having seven children means that the money situation in my home is always pretty tight .
Yes I am . You can check our online catalog to search the book you want based on the genre , title or if you know the author , I can point you towards the right direction .
I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes .
That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right .
Ok , I would like to check out these books .
Do you have a library card ?
No . How do I get one ?
I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state .
Here you go .
So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book .
Ok , thanks !
Via Kiang . I'd like to leave on May 5th .
Let me see what's available . Yes , Air China has a flight on May 5th at nine fifteen in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single ticket or return ticket ?
Single . What's the fare , PLS ?
Economy fare for single ticket from Beijing to Shanghai is 500 yuan .
I see . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes , your seat is confirmed on that flight . Pls arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
Thank you .
No , I never do that .
Why not ?
I don't want to mark my table , of course .
Well , will you please put them down ?
I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early .
I forgot something on the table .
Oh , you've got a good memory .
Yes , I do .
When did you learn how to do that ?
I learned back in high school .
Oh , so you took an art class ?
Yeah , I loved that art class .
I see that you're pretty talented .
Thank you very much .
I wish I had a talent like that .
I'm sure you have a talent . It's just hidden .
Thanks for the warning ! See you tomorrow !
I don't remember , but it wasn't very serious . Have you ever been in an earthquake ?
No , but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger .
Where are you from ?
I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes .
Did your house ever get damaged from the winds ?
Most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room .
Wow , that must have really been scary .
Actually , some of my fon best memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass .
Have you ever experiences a flood ?
No , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car !
That sure didn't last long !
To be honest , I really wanted to exchange my GAP , but I suppose USD will be fine . I have some and I just need a little local currency for expenses . Could you tell me what the rate is like today ?
At the moment it's 830 . 43 RIB for 100 USD , which is a pretty good rate .
OK , that sounds fine . I think 200 USD worth of RIB should be plenty , thanks .
A Mac is a very popular brand .
She mentioned a Mac . How much is it ?
A 15 - inch Pro model is $ 2,100 plus tax .
That sounds like a great price . I'll take one .
This is a gift she'll cherish for years . How do you want to pay ?
I'll use my VISA .
We're almost through . Just sign here , please .
Just take it home and plug it in ?
She'll be online 20 minutes after she opens the box .
She's going to be so pleased with this .
Remember us for all your computer needs .
I see . Well , do you know anything near the hotel ?
Oh , yes . My friend told me the hotel was near the Central Railway Station .
Then you'll have to take a bus and get off at the Central Railway Station .
Can you show me where the Central Railway Station is on this map ?
OK .
It's an e-mail . It says , We need to meet . I'll give you a sweet treat . It's not what you think .
Uh-oh . He's heating up . What are you going to do now ?
You know what , I think I know who my admirer is .
You do ? Who ?
That is true . Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way . For example , it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people . To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off .
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
OK , one with the apple pie pays $ 18 and the other $ 12 .
Well here . Help yourself to some shrimp . It's fresh .
We watched lots of television and films .
I see . Anything else ?
Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine .
Well , it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself .
Look , before we get into the secret admirer thing , I want to talk to you about WebTracker .
I'm sorry . I know you feel betrayed .
So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ?
My mind is made up .
You ' re right . But you know it ' s so hard to give up the old habit like smoking .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
You can accept this offer or decline it and come up with another offer .
If I make another offer and they refuse , then what ?
Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do .
Let ' s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer .
I will contact the sellers with your current offer .
Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ?
Usually the response to the second offer moves along a bit more quickly than the first one .
It ' s a wonderful Spanish style .
Oh , I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses .
And it ' s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price .
Great , is it a two bedroom house ?
No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ' s a two-car garage .
That ' s a nice area too . It ' ll be a good investment for you .
Yeas , when will you buy a house ?
Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding .
Right , congratulations .
Thank you .
how have you been ?
I'm pretty good . I've been looking for a place to live recently . My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it .
yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ?
not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck .
well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ?
Mrs . Thou ?
yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look .
great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days !
I'll ask Mrs . Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know . Has your number changed ?
This job provides full medical , dental , and disability .
What type of vacation time do we get ?
You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish .
Do we have a 401K ?
We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service .
What type of professional development do you offer ?
We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment .
Where do I sign up for my benefits package ?
Down the hall . I'll show you when the interview is over .
That's an understatement . I'm on cloud nine . I couldn't be any happier .
Did you tell your parents yet ?
Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight .
They're probably going to be so happy .
I think so . It's turning out to be a great day .
Ok . You drive and do be careful .
Good . Right , that comes to $ 1,500 .
What ? I only stayed three nights .
That ' s right , sir . Three nights at 500 dollars a night ... that comes to $ 1,500 .
But your brochure said that this was a package deal and the hotel ' s services were all-inclusive .
Yes , of course . The meals and excursions were included in the hotel price .
But why are you overcharging me almost a thousand dollars ? 250 dollars a night , times three nights should just be $ 750 .
I ' m sorry sir . The 250 - dollar rate is based on double occupancy . That means it ' s 250 per person . The room itself is 500 dollars a night .
Perhaps I could talk to your manager ?
Of course . Just a minute ; I ' ll get her .
Well , maybe you broke it . But what I'm worried about is this cut .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed . What do you think ? Damn , it hurts !
We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike .
I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour . There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out .
Yes , I almost slid too . Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ?
Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped . Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk .
Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop .
There . Stop !
I don't like caps at all .
Me too . Seems like all I do is eat and sleep .
Gotta go . Call me tonight .
Okay . Check you later .
What a pity !
Where shall we go now ?
Why not have a visit to the zoo ?
It's too late .
Well , it all depends on traffic from other arriving aircraft .
I don't care .
OK ... Do I put on Magnolia Company for the receiver ?
Yes . You must put on its name and full address .
OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ?
Let me check . Yes . Your one thousand remittance , please .
Here you are . What is the rate ?
This rate is one percent . That will be 10 Yuan .
OK , when will this remittance arrive ?
Generally it will arrive within a week .
That's good . Is there anything else ?
No . That's all . You have to take good care of this copy of this transfer order .
Thanks , I will .
Thank you . I ' ll try my best .
Yes , you need the traveler's check but you needn't get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don't need them .
Really ? That's very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn't buy one . You can have mine .
That's very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don't mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don't be silly , John . I'm going with you . It's necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Oh , I'd rather not .
Why not ?
You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English .
That's why you should go there , If you don't dare to speak English owing to the fact that you are afraid of making mistakes , you simply will never learn English .
No , that's not good either . But give me your phone number and I'll call you if somebody cancels .
Thank you very much .
OK , I'll buy two pairs of each color . And do you have sports socks ?
Yes .
OK , give me two pairs in white .
Anything else ?
No . That ' s all .
Yes . It's a birthday present from my husband !
Well , you are lucky to have such a considerate husband . Mine hasn't brought me a single rose since we married .
He'll come out with surprises . Just wait and see . Look at that woman , with the white chiffon !
She's chic , isn't she ?
Yes . I like the dress . It must be the latest fashion . Look , the hem has lowered , and the waist narrowed .
It makes me feel rather shabby . That woman has a good taste in dressing , I would say .
Yes . She dressed with an individual flair . I rather envy her .
Most women follow fashion like sheep . They don't know any better than imitate .
I quite agree with you . See the woman there ? I dare say she hasn't got any eyes . How could she match the mauve gown with the green handbag ? And all that jewelry !
The gown is quite expensive , believe me .
So what ? It only makes her look cheap and vulgar .
You know those upstarts . They're all show-offs ! I think I'd better have a diet ; otherwise I'd look like a ballon soon .
You're quite slim . In fact , if you were one of those starlets , the movie company would say you have a fabulous figure .
Thanks . I'm flattered .
Oh , my shoes pinch me . Let's find a seat and sit a while .
Here you are . I'm here on business and this is from my boss , it's for my expenses so I need cash .
That's no problem . The amount is 2,000 RIB , is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I just need to see some identification before I hand over the cash .
Here's my passport . Is that OK ?
I was seventeen .
So , did you go to college right away ?
No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first .
Wow , your English is really fluent now .
Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too .
Yeah , but I was born here ! !
Perhaps you'd like to take a beautiful limousine .
No , thank you . Taxis and I get along just fine .
No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ?
I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center .
What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ?
I'm ready to go right now .
I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir .
Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs .
You'll enjoy our new , clean taxis , sir .
Yes , two bottles of beer .
Is there any particular brand you like , sir ?
Carlsborg .
Yes , sir . Is there anything else you want , sir ?
No , thanks .
May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ?
Yes , two of us .
Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ?
Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 .
So , that's one " Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style " , one " Fruit Salad " and two bottles of Carlsborg beer . We'll send them to your room in 20 minutes .
Yes .
Here you are .
Thank you ! There are papers on the table to start with .
OK , I will get right to that .
I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ?
I just started working here .
I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ?
I'd like to , but I am very busy .
I'll make sure that management keeps you in mind for special projects in the future . Thanks for the help !
Yeah . I think everyone should go easy on driving .
Hey , I worked hard on that report and I deserve the grade I got .
It just happened to be the highest grade in the class .
You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it .
I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade .
If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it .
I ' ll do my best , but sometimes I have trouble being myself in stressful situations .
Have you updated your resume recently ?
Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address .
You ' d better double-and-triple check it . You don ' t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot .
I ' ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview .
Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ?
Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic .
I ' m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference .
Sorry , you ' re not on it . I don ' t think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing !
You're welcome . If you ask the conductor when he comes by , he should help you find one .
Thank you .
Sometime next year .
I ' m looking forward to seeing you again . Take care .
The same to you . Keep in touch .
Fine , Mr . Tan . I ' ll see you then .
Yes , well put your name on it after you have downloaded it off the company website . OK ?
Yes , I understand what to do .
You fill in the hours and total them for the week . Have you ever used a 24 hour clock ?
What ? Huh ?
So after you noted the hours , starting at zero which is midnight , you just write down the minutes as a dot followed by minutes . Get it ?
Huh ? What ?
Just make sure you show your total , sign it , and turn it in .
I thought you said this was easy .
You are a quick learner . I don't think you'll have any trouble with this .
Adidas . Size 38 .
Adidas ? They wear well . Try this pair , Size 38 , please .
Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ?
Okay . What about this one ?
( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ?
You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there .
OK . Thank you .
I hope so .
At 6:30 on next Monday evening .
And what is it going to be , Chinese food or Western food ?
Chinese food .
May I have your name , sir , please ?
Please book it under the name of Mr . Peter .
So it's Mr . Peter , a table for six for the evening of the next Monday . It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30 .
That's right .
Thank you for calling us . We'll be expecting you next Monday .
Let me see .
Is it serious ?
No , the damage is minor .
And when will it be OK ?
4:00 p . m ..
OK . Thank you .
I don ' t mind that . But she disagrees with me about everything .
You should encourage her to make up her mind by herself . You shouldn ' t affect her decision .
But I just want to give her some tips .
Oh , she can make her own decisions .
I will give you a definite answer on the price terms two days later .
Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ...
You can bet on that .
What would you suggest to see ?
Oh , I don't know . It depends .
I ' Ve done that . The doctor advised me to cut out smoking and drinking .
You need to quit thinking like a loser . invoking is going to kick butt . You know how I know ?
How ?
Because I won't let it fail .
But what about tomorrow ? What if Stars . com decides to go with WebTracker , and not us ?
No , the other one ... yes .
This one is especially built for hard , continuous play . And every detail of workmanship and material has been carefully checked to make it a dependable one for tournament use .
It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it . Now do you have any racket covers ?
This cover comes with the racket .
How much does it come up to ?
The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan .
Do you accept credit cards ?
Sure . If you'll just wait here , I'll be right with you in a minute .
I am looking for a more challenging position . I can ' t grow anymore in my current job .
Ok , I understand . But why you choose us to work for ?
I have studied carefully the information about your company on the internet and I have checked your company ' s homepage . I am impressed by the company . And I like the products a lot . Since you ' re growing steadily , I would be very eager to help you to improve your accounting system .
How do you work with a team ?
I work quite well with a team . I ' m a good team player . I respect people , cooperate well with member ' s team . And I will do my best to help team members .
What ' s your long term goal ?
I ' d like to bring to ABC Company not only my technical skills , ambition , enthusiasm , but also my loyalty . A sincere desire to become an administrative assistant is the heart of my career plans .
Then , I'll wait for you at the car park in 20 minutes .
0K . See you then .
Do you have your member card with you ?
Nope , I do not have a membership yet .
Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it .
That is so nice of you . If I like the service and the training equipment , I think I well join the club .
I didn't take my temperature but I felt feverish .
Will you open your mouth ? Your throat is swollen .
Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat .
You seem to have a cold . I'll give your an injection and let me write down your prescription .
Are you ready to go ?
I'm clear so far .
The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in .
It won't go in !
Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work .
Yes , next step .
Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable .
They're totally unreliable .
You seem to have it down . Have a good day !
Sure . I didn ' t know you like mysteries .
Oh , I ' m crazy about them .
well , maybe just a little . I can't seem to make it fit .
I swear , the overhead compartments on these planes just keep getting smaller and smaller !
that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ?
yes . What about you ?
I'm in the middle seat .
oh , I guess I'll let you through then .
thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again .
that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ?
no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ?
I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away .
I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours .
thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ?
that would be great . thanks .
Oh I see , okay . So I heard you got married . Congratulations !
Ah thank you ! I'm very excited . We were going to get married next year , but then we decided to get married on holiday instead . It was wonderful .
That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money !
I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ?
I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home .
Definitely . Oh , there's Mr . Campbell . Driver , can you stop here please ?
No , she is an English teacher .
And who ' s the man in the green beside her ?
You mean the man wearing jeans ? He ' s her little brother .
Here , use this rag to apply pressure to the cut . Does it hurt ?
No , not really , there's just a lot of blood .
You may just need stitches . I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER . Let me make a quick phone call .
I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk .
Oh , sorry ! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood . I'll be right there .
Here they are .
You should pay 160 yuan for the electricity fee and 80 yuan for the water fee .
Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ?
Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ?
Cash , please . Here is the money .
I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan .
OK . Thank you . Bye-bye .
Bye .
My paper is on the influence of television on children .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
The special today is fried chicken , and beef is good too .
Ok , let's think about it for a minute .
Well , I'll be back in a minute .
I was sick most of the night .
It sounds like you ' re coming down with the flu . Let me take your temperature .
Have I got high fever ?
Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ?
Yes , I have .
Now , Let me have a look at you . I ' d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ' s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A .
ah .
Yes , It does look a bit sore . Let ' s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests .
All right , thanks .
The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection .
What shall I do today ?
I ' m giving you some antibiotic and aspirin . Taking aspirin when you ' Ve got a fever and take one antibiotic until four hours and go home lie in bed for two days . Take some water then you feel better .
You should telephone the garage for help .
I have done it . But now I have an urgent appointment to keep . Could you drive me to the subway station ?
With pleasure . Get in .
Thanks a lot !
Italian . They played very well , but they were not very lucky .
I like the Brazilians . They are the real champions .
Ahh ! Now that's more like it . Atmosphere !
Come on baby , let's dance !
Oops ! It's the landlord . I guess the tables have turned now . We're the noisy neighbors . Turn it down !
Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year , right ?
But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec . 25 .
Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment .
I hope you'll try to get them to step up production .
As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production .
If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said .
I am sorry .
What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep .
I promise .
I ' d like to conduct some scientific research into genes . It would be wonderful to make a medical breakthrough .
There must be several private companies that are interested in employing someone like you . You could do some research for a university . There ' s a lot of discussion about genetics nowadays . Someone wit
Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made .
Well , I hope scientists don ' t decode to make a clone of me in the future ! I wouldn ' t like to be the subject of an experiment .
Yes . Is that so important ?
Frankly yes . We like to employ married people . By the way , do you have any children ?
Yes , I have a three-year-old son .
Yes , it's my favorite .
Oh , it's a disco . Let's dance .
You're a good dancer .
Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ?
Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance .
OK . Let's get something to drink .
Good idea .
I know . I will pay attention to such a thing next time .
As far as the language is concerned , it's worth reading .
Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first .
A checkup . I think I have a bad cavity . Half the side of my head hurts .
What tooth is giving you pain ?
One of the back ones .
Let me see ... We can see you this afternoon if you can come in at four thirty .
May I get an order of barbeque wings ?
Sure , would you like anything else ?
That'll be fine for now , thank you .
Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food .
Excuse me . I'm ready to order .
What would you like ?
Let me have the baby-back ribs .
Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ?
That will be it for now .
Well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me .
How many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected to each other so that there would be one large open space for people to spend time with each other .
How many bathrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
How would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would be kept in closets .
How many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
You're right , it's a low percentage . Also , in order to attend meetings , you have to hold a certain amount of shares . It's quite a large number , so most of the stockers are excluded from proceedings .
So , how much say do the stockholders really have ?
Unless they're united , very little ...
Ok , did you find a new company ?
Yes , I will move on to XYZ Company .
Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you .
Thanks . I had learned so much from you and our colleagues .
Thank you . I'd like Chinese tea very much !
Glad you like it . By the way , is this your first time to China , Mr . White ?
Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you .
We also hope to expand our business with you .
This is our common desire .
I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade .
Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it .
Right . Seeing is believing .
Sure .
Sure . Did you hear anything ? Look ! An eagle is hovering in the sky .
Let me see . It's not an eagle . I think it's a vulture .
Yes . Will it hurt us ?
I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map .
OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem .
I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know .
You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree .
Well , it is a birch tree . It is not as old as you think .
How do you know ?
Because its trunk is not thick enough to be like a thousand-year-old tree .
Keep your fingers crossed . He may pop the question one of these days .
Oh , what a shame . Only sleeping cars have tickets . Others are all out of stock . The price of the sleeping car is almost the same as the airplane . You see , the discount plane tickets are no more than 500 yuan . A good deal , isn't it ?
Brilliant idea ! That will make our journey rewarding and much safer .
So you're afraid someone is going to snipe your Buddha ?
I heard about a software program called turbid . It automatically submits a bid with just a few seconds to go in an auction .
Count me out . I can do without shills and snipers and turbo-bidders .
What are you doing here ?
We're watching a football match . What's the matter ?
Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep .
I'm sorry about this .
Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration .
You can rest assured that we won't disturb others anymore .
Yeah , why not ? I ' Ve got a little free time on my hands . Where do you want to eat ?
Of course . Irrevocable letter of credit , confirmed letter of credit , transferable and divisible letter of credit are common terms of payment in international trade .
It's a great game . There are a lot of new characters .
Did it cost very much
It cost about thirty . Most games cost about that much .
Mechwarrior is such a good game . The graphics are awesome !
Oh , I know what you mean . I'm addicted to that game .
My roommate always wants to play it . But I told her to buy her own game .
Yeah , my roommate likes to watch me play . He says it's like watching a movie .
I've never seen such good graphics .
And I've never heard such good sound in a game .
I understand , but all I want is five more minutes of sleep .
If I let you go back to sleep , I know that you won't get up in five minutes .
Trust me . I'm going to wake up .
You have a lot to get done this morning .
I already know , and I'll take care of all that when I wake up .
I want you to be on time for school today .
I'll make it to school on time . Don't worry .
Okay , I'll let you sleep for a little while longer .
I really appreciate that .
This is Sue from work .
Ok , sue , I will just go in get her .
Thank you . It ' s very nice of you to say so .
Not at all . This dress certainly shows your good taste .
That's quite a compliment coming from you .
Sure .
Bring them back to the circulation desk and renew them .
Any terrible fines ?
Sure .
B-E-L-K-N-A-P .
Right . Thank you very much !
Mainly plastics . Plastics aren ' t bio degradable - they don ' t break down easily in the environment - so they shouldn't be thrown away .
How is plastic recycled , then ?
Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals .
Is that the method you use here ?
No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products .
How do you do that ?
By melting it down and then reforming it . Our main products are bin liners for kitchen bins and carrier bags for supermarkets .
School . Since I was working part time , I had a difficult time keeping up with class . Now that we have exams coming up , I'm totally freaking out .
The best thing to do is study as much as you can . I'm sure you'll do alright .
I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take .
I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other .
That will be great .
All right , who should I send them to ?
It ' s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ' s right .
It is a pretty big mechanical company . I am assigned to work in the assembly shop .
How long will you work a day ?
My working hours aren ' t fixed , sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift . In all , about 8 hours .
That ' s rather hard .
But it matches my major .
How will you get your pay ?
My wage depends on production results .
What sort of welfare facilities does your company provide ?
The company provides labor insurance for all employees , as well as fine retirement policy .
Is there a union ?
There is the company union , but it really shares the same aims as the management .
So you must consider dearly before you go to work .
I will .
Ok . On the top , Mr . Thomas , the managing director , is responsible for running the company .
How many departments do we have ?
Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch .
Ok . Who should I report to ?
Mr . White , too .
I can show it to you now , if you like . I think it goes back about 8 generations so far .
that ' s amazing . Do you have a large extended family ?
I ' Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ' s side and 10 cousins on my dad ' s side .
are you very close to your first-cousins ?
the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ' m older , I don ' t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ' t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones .
I see . who ' s the head of your household ?
it ' s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family .
that ' s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ?
at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ' Ve been married for a few years , she ' s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother .
that ' s pretty much how you feel about your step-mother . Like grandmother , like grandson .
French toast sounds good . What are you going to order ?
I'll have that too .
It is ok . You look really pale and red eyes . I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
You mean , if there is any left over ?
Yes , totally . It's nice to meet a customer who understands the system .
Right , so the deposit , if I don't draw on it will be blocked after you get the Deposit Certification ?
That's right . I know we have a complex system , but you have caught on so quickly .
I used to play football regularly when I was at university . And I used to do athletics in the summer .
And what athletics did you play ? Can you remember ?
I was a runner-a long-distance runner .
And now ?
No . I'm afraid I haven't had time since I got married .
Well , thank you again for coming to see us . But just remember that we like people who join the company to play in the company sports teams .
Certainly , sir .
Oh , that sounds nice . I ' d love to .
An attendant will pass them around after we take off .
May I have headphones for the in-flight movie ?
No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ?
Thanks , a coke , PLS .
Oh , to rent .
How much do you want to pay ?
About 300 a month .
Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month .
How big is it ?
It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom .
Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible .
Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one . It's opposite the park .
How much is it ?
It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area .
What's it like ?
Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ?
Of course , Sir .
Well , I do prefer the lower emission cars as long as it doesn ' t cost much . Some environmentally-friendly cars are really expensive .
Sure they are . Some hi-tech devices are built in to make sure they pollute less . Some of these green cars have not become standard . So the production costs are still high . But anyway , we should make efforts to start with .
I ' m majoring in French literature .
Oh , don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry ? It's really difficult . I hear the students in that class have to write a paper a hundred pages long .
That's right . We got the assignment last week .
When is it due ?
Next Monday .
Remind me never to sign up for that course .
I ' m glad this car is an automatic . I don't like having to change gears .
Automatics are very simple to drive . The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on .
You should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ' s seat !
Very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ?
I can ' t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ?
How ' s that ?
That ' s better . Now what ?
Check your petrol situation .
The tank is almost empty . I guess I ' ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up .
That ' s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway .
I got it . Don ' t worry . I ' ll get you there in one piece .
Remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies !
Why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on ?
I don't believe ads . What ' s more , I'm already in perfect health .
I have a doctor license and a driving license .
Do you get special training in office skills ?
I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure .
Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job .
I ' Ve received some special training in typing , shorthand and operating a fax machine , etc .. I ' m experienced in IBM-PC . I can operate familiarly a word-processor , a fax machine , a photo and other office equipment .
Well , it's a fruit with a big seed in it .
Can you eat the seed ?
No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed .
Well , how much are they ?
Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard .
Where do they grow mangoes ?
The ones that are on sale are from Central America .
I will . Thank you for all .
The results are too slow . On top of that , just the thought of smoking needles poking into my flesh frightens me .
They don't just randomly stick you , they find your pressure points . The heat allows the body to immediately respond to the treatment , restoring the body's " chi " .
But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ?
The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options .
Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up .
This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable .
Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more .
This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it .
Forget it . I don't want to inflict any more pain on myself . In a little while I'll go and buy some more painkillers and take a nap .
Yes , here you are .
Let me have a look .
OK .
Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years . What were you responsible for ?
I was responsible for sales .
Have you received any honorable title personally ?
Yes , I was twice singled out as an ' Advanced Worker ' .
Well , considering your qualifications , we believe you would be a suitable candidate .
Sure . We have lemon pies , apple pies , coffee rum pies and ice cream .
I would like to have the coffee rum pies .
It's too bad that I couldn't make it . Who won ?
Our team played hard and won .
I really wish I went to the game .
It was the best game ever .
So tell me the final score .
The other team lost by three points , 101-98 .
It must've been a close game .
It really was . You should've gone .
Hopefully , I'll make it to the next one .
A new car for a start .
You know who will be responsible for feeding and cleaning and all of that stuff ?
I know , I know . I will do it all by myself .
Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ?
Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already .
Sounds like you've done your homework . I think you're ready for this .
That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nine .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . But they can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Clear soup . I think tomato soup is fine .
No , I'm afraid that's it .
Will you be able to make up the work you missed ?
I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading .
Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester .
Yes , I remember .
Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ?
Sure , no problem .
Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester !
I usually look at English language websites every day and go to my local English Corner twice a week .
Do you ever speak to native speakers of English ?
Sadly , I hardly ever speak to English people . I usually practice with my Chinese friends .
It is still a mystery to me .
Ok , I see .
That's convenient . Thank you .
You ' re questioning my ability ? I tell ya , I can make it ! I ' ll talk to your boss .
Mr . Black , I don ' t think my boss will talk to you . It ' s a Chinaman ' s chance .
You think so ? Let ' s take a chance !
Well , thank you , Mr . Smith . But I was just doing my job .
Yes . And we're proud of you , Loans .
It's nice of you to say so .
Take my word for it .
Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ?
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager .
Sorry , I don't think I can .
Friday then . How about it ?
Friday is great .
It's settled then .
Yes , you passed .
Did I mess up on anything ?
You did mess up on something .
What was that ?
Your parallel parking isn't all that great .
Yeah , that's pretty hard for me .
You just need a little more practice .
I know , but I still get my license , right ?
You got it .
Okay , sir , bear with me a moment .
Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word .
One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file .
You can
I feel your pain , sir .
Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves .
I agree with you , sir , but all I do is work here .
Stop complaining , OK ?
No wonder you are named shopaholic .
No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags .
Wait a moment . And you can check where other sales are .
Did you really ?
Seriously , I am so excited .
Well , congratulations .
Thank you .
I'm so happy for you .
Really ?
Yes . You really deserved this .
You think so ?
Yes . Good for you .
He must have a good ear .
Australia ? Oh , there's about twenty million people in Australia right now . A little bit under , but close to twenty .
OK . What are the biggest cities ?
The biggest city ? The biggest city is Sydney , then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth . But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia . And Perth is on the west coast , but sort of of out there by itself .
OK . Um , if you had to live in one place where would you live ?
I like Brisbane . I had my teenage years in Brisbane , growing up in Brisbane , um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city , but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine .
Oh , nice . Actually , what is the capital city of Australia ?
Ah , Canberra is the capital city . But is not the biggest city . Sydney is the biggest city . Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded . It's a separate territory .
Pineapple Computer Company . A secretary is needed there , and it is worth a try . Do you get any information or advertisement for employment ?
Yep ! I got some , in which I am interested . But ...
But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties .
YOU GET ME !
All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave .
Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow .
It's all or nothing .
I am all set . He can come anytime .
You can get a boarding pass at that counter . Do you have anything to check in ?
No , I only have a handbag .
Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security .
Is that all ?
Yeah , I think so . It is very simple .
I see . Thank you very much .
No , I forgot to buy some .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
It is because your children have grown up , and you haven ' t lived with a child for a long time .
I helped break ... I mean WASH ... all the dishes !
That's great . And the garbage , too ?
Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now .
Thanks for your help !
My paper is on the influence of television on children .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
Ok , Are you checking out tomorrow ?
Yes , I am . That ' s right .
Will you need a wake up call , sir ?
Yes please . At 6 . 30 am .
Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6 . 30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay .
Thank you .
Yes , I went to the New Year ' s Concert in 2010 .
Wow , you're so lucky . I saw it on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall .
That's for sure . You know , I had the greatest time ever .
Lucy is known as a social butterfly . She has taken many rich men for a ride , you know .
I'm running a high fever and feeling terribly bad .
How long have you had that problem ?
Since last night .
Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan .
Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ?
Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
I think it'll be here pretty soon .
I need to get to work , so it better .
I really do hate public transportation .
I agree , it's just never on time .
That's right .
I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather .
Oh , that's the worst .
We need to get a car .
I completely agree with that .
Well , if spicy local dishes are what you are looking for , In Hua Restaurant is the best place to go . The restaurant serves very good and spicy local dishes . You might want to try there .
How far is it from here ?
It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think .
Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much .
You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow .
Thank you . The same to you .
He seems to be quite qualified . If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would work out between yourselves .
Which side are you on ?
It's hard to say , because each team has my idols .
Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know .
I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct .
What a good goal !
It won't start .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Pardon ?
Is this your handbag ?
Yes , it is . Thank you very much .
It was long , too .
I think it was about 45 minutes long .
But it went by fast . It was interesting .
I liked it .
I'll give you a speech like that , too .
Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ?
Of course .
I think only the family will be there .
You have lots of friends . They will be there , too !
Sure , you'll be dancing with lions . What do you expect ? Then what about Range Dance which we did before .
Good idea . Shall we get everyone in the community ?
Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people .
I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals .
What about the costumes ?
We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe .
Try something new . We can find a supporting agency .
Great idea . There is a travel agency nearby who would love to be our sponsor . It's a perfect chance for them to promote ethnic tourism .
And now ?
She will be OK . She is a tough cookie .
That ' s great news .
In my opinion she will up about soon .
That ' s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor .
I believe it . Well , I ' Ve got to go back in .
Thanks for helping her , doctor .
All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee .
Thanks . I will .
Criminals are clever ? They ' re only successful when people are careless .
I don ' t know . The ones who stole my uncle ' s motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ' t have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ' t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn ' t anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ' t that dumb after all .
That ' s not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion .
Well , i don't see the point of arguing this .
First , I am going to get ready for the parade , I have a great costume . Then later today , I am going to church . If you want , I can give you a costume , and you can be at parade too . It will be fun
Sure , why not . Sounds like fun . Why are you going to church ?
My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him .
What for ?
Lots of people especially seniors like to go to church , and attend the evening service .
Really ? I can't believe it .
It's not a surprise , is it ? She has always been a hard working student .
But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl .
Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ?
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Nothing of the sort . I can't hold a candle to her .
I'm quite outgoing , I think .
Are you more of a follower or a leader ?
I don't agree with someone else's opinion if I think he's wrong , but when I understand his thinking and see he has some good ideas , then I'm very happy to go along with him .
With everything , with everybody , with all this !
A good suggestion for you . You need a holiday .
It wasn't always like this , you know .
What do you mean ?
Well , I mean . We always do the same thing . There ' s no variety in our lives .
You need a holiday . That ' s what's the matter .
Certainly , perhaps .
Wow , you really live in the Stone Age , Mom .
Well , you don't have to be mean . How do I do it ?
Go to www . yahoo . com and click on Travel and tickets . There are about a billion sites to look at .
Ok , thanks . I'll let you know what I find .
All right .
I ' ll look for a ticket for you , too . Thanks !
He said there are only all kinds of good weather .
Okay , Pollyanna , what's so good about this weather ?
Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home .
We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ?
I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us .
( Sound of Allen singing ) Hey , Allen has a really good voice ! He sounds like Johnny Dean !
And he can move . too ! He dances like Ricky Martin !
Sorry . I guess I wasn't thinking . I won't do it again .
I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
how can you get that done ?
well , we give each of our customers a qualified personal trainer . The trainer will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan .
what else ?
since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us
sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ?
that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year .
perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first .
wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it .
OK , I'll take it .
If you need any further information , please don't hesitate to ask me .
OK , I will .
And , as well as being a pleasure to work with , you ' Ve been instrumental in helping us complete many key projects .
It will be hard to say good-bye . This office has become like a second home to me .
My feelings are mixed on the issue too . By helping you I ' m losing a valuable and trusted employee . However I think you are taking a step in the right direction .
No , but it's painful .
Do I have to have an operation ?
No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big .
Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games .
Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine .
Oh , I've heard a lot about the Chinese herbal medicine . I believe it will work .
Actually , I am learning that now . But it's too hard for me . You know the four tones and the stuff . It really freaks me out .
Don't worry . All things are difficult before they are easy .
You hit the nail right on the head .
Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ?
What is it ?
It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English .
Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ?
How about this sunday ?
Ok , cool .
Good . I'll give you a call tonight .
No problem .
Bye .
Where did you buy it ?
I bought it in a store near my school .
How much is it ?
It's only thirty yuan .
It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too .
I'll go together with you .
Yes , we do . My parents prepare dinner for me .
What would you do at the party ?
We sing " Happy Birthday " at the party and have birthday cakes .
Do you know when people began to sing the song " Happy Birthday " ?
Well , I don't know .
Let me tell you the story . In 1892 , Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called ' Good Morning to you ' . But later someone added the words ' Happy Birthday ' to their tune .
So the ' Happy Birthday ' song has been popular since then ?
Yes , actually , the song has been sung since its publication in 1932 . People all over the world have sung it in many different languages .
Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light . Then turn right .
Do you know the name of the street ?
I can't remember , but it's the second light .
By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ?
I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up .
Thanks a lot .
I was very tired after working all week . Sometimes on the weekend I don't have enough energy to go out to a movie theater .
Did you download a movie or rent it at the store ?
I downloaded it so that I didn't have to remember to return it .
Don't mention it .
I have passed CET - 6 and I am proficient in reading and translating foreign materials . I have rich translating experience because I used to be an English translator .
Can you speak English fluently ?
I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently .
Did you take TOEFL or GRE ?
Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE .
When did you begin to learn English ?
I started to learn English when I was in primary school .
Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ?
The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe the amount of English I know is sufficient to work in a South Korea firm .
You're actually standing above it . Just take the elevator or stairs down one level .
Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use ?
No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door .
And the gym hours are ?
Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes .
One more question , Do you have a trainer ?
We might be getting one in the near future . But at the present time , no .
OK , Mum . I'll invite my friends home .
Where is it ?
It is located at the east foot of Western Mountain of Beijing , in a park with the same name . There are some huge stones within the mountain which look like the censer , so it is called ' Fragrant Mountain ' .
Have you visited it before ?
Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting .
Like what ?
It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between .
Sounds marvelous .
You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain .
Great . I will prepare some clothes and food for the climbing .
I'll turn the heat up .
Yes , please do that .
The four of us will be there at 7:00 this evening .
OK , sir . We are looking forward to your arrival .
Would you need it for both Saturday and Sunday ?
We will need it for Saturday only .
I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ?
Mary and I will be driving the van .
Could you drop it off on Sunday night ?
Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ?
Yes , that would be fine . Just make sure that everything is returned by Sunday night .
You do know that it's absolutely freezing out , don't you ? I'd put a coat on if I were you .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
have you read it yet ?
no , I thought I'd wait until you got home .
go on , read it out loud .
ok . It says , " Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "
when did you send her a letter ?
just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often .
I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on .
ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk .
that's fine with me .
oh . It's actually all rather personal .
well , skip over all of that and read me the rest .
ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... " Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "
are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ?
didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June .
oh , I guess I missed that .
men !
Are you Mr . Wu ?
Yes , I am .
Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ?
Not really , I am familiar with this area .
I think I'll have a glass of wine . Let's see ... they have red wine , white wine and port . They even have sangria ! It's the happy hour special .
Port's too sweet . It's a dessert wine . A dry red French wine would be nice with meat . A glass of chilled white German wine would be good with fish . But , we're not eating and it's hot out , so I think I'll have a tall glass of sangria with ice .
Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ?
I like to stick to the clean stuff , like vodka , gin , white rum and other clear spirits .
It's okay ... I've already had several days in a row working through lunch ...
How about this ... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon , and I'll order some Chinese food for delivery . It'll be my treat .
You don't have to do that ...
I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste .
Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ?
Great . I'll bring the food .
Well , that's fine . So I don't think it necessary for us to make a reservation . We will be there at 9:30 .
Yes , sir . We are looking forward to your coming .
Sure , come on in .
Thank you very much . Are you here alone ?
My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ?
I'm a back-packer from America .
What is a back-packer ?
It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world .
Cool . You must have been to a lot of places .
Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places .
So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up .
You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier .
I'll try my best .
I think we ' ll benefit a lot .
When do you want me to come ?
Let me think . About half past seven if it is okay for you .
That's fine . I can make it .
That's okay . I can tell you about some alternatives we have .
Any alternative that works will be great .
Well , there's our computer lab on the first floor .
That sounds good . What's the charge ?
The lab and the computers are no charge , but you have to pay for whatever you print .
That sounds good . Now , how about the other alternatives ?
Of course . Our lobby is set up for wireless , so just bring your computer down here .
Use my laptop in the lobby ? That's great ! Now , if I need to print something there ?
They plan to install a printer here . But until then , you'll have to use the lab .
It was raining when I left New York .
There's no food left from dinner .
I think I'm going to go make myself a snack .
Do you know what kind of snack that you want ?
I'm not exactly sure .
Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ?
I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make .
A PB & J is pretty easy to make .
I'm going to do that .
Knock yourself out .
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and I had to wait for half an hour at the bus stop
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the centre of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
Ok .
Do you promise ?
Of course .
And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ?
I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise .
But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ?
Yes . But only if you ask me nicely .
Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please !
Ok . I'll keep my promise .
Ah ... hence the buns and condiments we bought . And this is Holly's potato salad .
You can put stuff on the picnic table . Back to work . The grill is calling me ...
Let me know if I can help .
Yes , I ' m quite satisfied with your qualifications .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
San Yuan .
Oh , it's out of stock at the moment . Why don't you choose another brand instead ?
I'm not used to other brands .
You can have a try . Maybe you will like it .
OK . I hope so .
Oh , I see . How about the charges ?
The charges vary according to the types of call you make . The cheapest is a station-to-stcrtion call , then a person-to-person call . The mini charge will apply for the first three minutes , then each additional minute will be charged .
Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ?
Certainly . Who are you calling ?
It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters .
And what's the number you are calling ?
It's London , 9981-6432 .
And your name and number ?
My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 .
Hang up and I'll call you back in a few minutes .
Let me calculate the price for you . I can give you a 15 % discount if you buy the seven units . Let ' s see here . Your total would be 5929 dollars .
Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building ?
As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system .
That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess .
It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet . Your customers won't even notice them .
So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars .
Yes , that's for the units . Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars . But it depends on the time spent , of course .
You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised .
No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included . The price I quoted was just for the units .
In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell . They don't charge extra .
I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs . Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately .
Yes , I suppose I should get used to it . But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this . We haven't even opened yet .
I understand , Ma'am .
And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars .
It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens . If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years .
I will tell you what I can agree to . If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept .
Well .
You do seem like a better company than the other one . So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 .
Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this . We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business .
Good . I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible .
Ok , under this contract , we ' ll supply you with 600 dozen T-shirts , S , M and L equally assorted , at USD 100 per dozen , CFR London . Shipment in July . Payment by irrevocable sight LC .
Perfect . But what I ' m concerned about most is the time of delivery .
You may rest assured that shipment will be effected within the time limits stipulated in the contract . But there is also one point I ' d like to stress .
Yes ?
Your LC must be opened at least onemonth before the time shipment , otherwise we won't be able to catch the ship .
No problem . I ' ll have the covering LC opened as soon as I wetback . In addition , would you tell me by whom the commodity inspection is conducted before shipment ?
The goods will be inspected by the China Import & Export Commodity Inspection Bureau . It will then issue certificate of quality and a certificate of weight . These will be taken as final and biding .
Please remember to use both English and Chinese versions and both versions should be equally valid .
Naturally . Each of us keeps one original and two copies .
Then I ' ll come along three days later to put my signature on it .
Good .
He's a chicken guy .
I'm pressed for time and I am afraid I need someone to help me .
OK , I will send Beker to help you . We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay .
OK , we promise to do it well .
I prefer time deposit .
Okey . The interest rate for time deposit is higher . Could you tell me it's RIB deposit or currency deposit ?
RIB deposit .
Is it your first time to make a deposit here ?
Yes .
The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ?
Six months .
Fill in this slip in ink , please .
Here you are .
All right . Just a moment , please .
Thank you .
You don ' t have to explain . Suit yourself .
I apologize . You have my word , I ' ll spend some time with you on the weekend . I promise .
We ' ll see .
Thank you for understanding . I promise I ' ll make it up to you .
You did give me a surprise . How have you been ?
Fine , just fine . And you ?
Not so well . I've come down with the flu .
I'm sorry to hear that . Take care of yourself .
It's really great to see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
Sounds wonderful . When shall we make it ?
How about seven ?
OK .
I'll pick you up .
Thank you .
Good gracious ! Are you sure ?
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
Ok , here are your tickets in Row 13 .
I think they are too far from the stage . I want two in row 6 .
That's fine . But you have to pay another $ 10 .
Great , thanks a lot .
No , I didn't . My brother was very good and I did quite a lot of homework .
Didn't you even want to go to the cinema ?
Not really . I watched television for an hour .
What was on television last night ?
Boxing . It was excellent .
Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too . What a pity I missed it last night !
What did you do last night ?
I went to a boxing match in the sports stadium .
That'll be helpful . All right , thank you .
Please make a single-breasted .
No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt .
How much does it cost ?
Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether .
All right . When can I get it ?
In two weeks .
Thank you .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Well , could you bring me all the styles of pullovers ? I am not quite sure which one I will buy .
Ok . Here are the ones , turtleneck pullover , crewneck pullover , V-neck pullover and cowl-neck pullover .
Yes , you con order some typical Chinese dishes . For example , Roast Beijing Duck .
It sounds good .
Yes , it is the best of our hotel .
Really ? Let me have a try .
Thank you . Just a moment , please .
Fine , thank you . And you ?
Fine today , though a bit under the weather last week .
To encourage the staff increases .
Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch .
What about the afternoon ?
At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ' clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC .
Do you want me to wake you in an hour ?
No , thanks . Just let me sleep until I wake up .
I'll start dinner at 6:00 .
Okay . I think I'll be awake by then .
If not , your nose will wake you up .
You mean I will smell the food cooking ?
You might even dream about dinner .
I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired .
Have a nice nap .
Confusing . But not , because it ' s nothing .
Where ' d you meet him ?
Oh , listen , I can ' t even remember . Ok , on my birthday , I wandered into over 30 rooms , for a joke , sort of and he was there , and we started chatting ...
About what ?
Oh , books , and music , how much we both love New York . Harmless , harmless , meaningless . Bouquets of sharpened pencils . Oh .
Excuse me ?
Forget it . We don ' t talk about anything personal , so I don ' t know his name or what he does or where he lives exactly . So it ' ll be really easy for me to stop seeing him , because I ' m not ...
A foot massage sounds like a great idea . They are very relaxing . I ' d also like to have a mudpack on my face . It ' s supposed to help with your complexion .
Good idea . We should also pedicures and manicures .
This could become a very expensive trip to be beauty parlour !
I think it ' s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ' t you agree ?
Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress .
Maybe we should try a thai massage too .
What ' s special about a thai massage ?
That ' s when the masseuse walk on your back and massage you with her feet .
Sounds painful !
Why ! what happened ?
Well . John had promised to be my date , but he stood me up . I waited for a full hour in the cold wind .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn't wait to get out of there .
You're right . Make - up can only disguise my age , but exercise may delay it .
How can you do that ?
Let's get a shopping cart .
Good idea
What are you going to buy ?
Let's check out the fruit section first .
OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet .
Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some .
I'll take some , too .
Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets .
OK . I'll go and buy some cakes .
Do you want to buy something else ?
No . Let's go over to the check-out stand .
In fact , our dormitory is much worse than they can be described .
It's hard for me to imagine . How can you stand that ?
You'll get used to it gradually .
Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ?
Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months .
Three months ? Incredible !
Because your bank is a new one , I think I'll be given more opportunities , and the working conditions and surroundings are so excellent here .
It certainly is . But the work is also hard here . You need to put a lot of hard hours on the job to succeed in this field .
I expect to work hard , madam .
Do you mind going on frequent business traps ?
No , I enjoy travelling .
Yes , I am a local resident .
Yes , I am applying for new health insurance , and I need a physical examination to qualify .
Your basic physical exam will include lungs , heart , blood levels , and eyes , ears , and nose .
I ' Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ?
We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test .
I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ?
I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count .
I am expecting the tests to go well . I have been taking good care of myself .
What's on TV tonight ? Is there a football match ?
The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 .
Really ? Who will play ?
The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it .
That's cool . I'll watch it .
Who do you think will win ?
There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win .
I think so .
I laughed up my sleeves at him . He ' s seen his girlfriend off at the airport and had lipstick on his face and did not know it .
Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome . I hope it'll come out well .
I'm sure it will .
Maurice Richard has the puck now , and passes it to the center . He shoots ! Wow what a save by the goalie !
Alright , the puck is back in play now . Pavel Bure is on a breakaway ! He is flying down the ice ! The defenders can ' t keep up ! Slap shot ! He scores .
What an amazing goal !
I don ' t think I ' Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ' t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ?
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
Then you can try some local products . They ' re also of good quality .
Well , where I grew up , we saw movies at a drive-in theater in our car with the whole family .
That's cool . I bet you could bring your own food .
We did . On hot days , we'd take a blanket and lay in the back of dad's old pickup to watch the movie .
Why don't we do that anymore ?
Well , the weather might have some influence , during bad weather the theater didn't make a whole lot .
I see .
We considered you very carefully but the other candidate has more experience .
Maybe so . But I'm fast learner and I'm willing to work overtime to learn the business .
I'm sure you are .
I must to ask you to reconsider your decision and give me a chance .
No , thanks . I am okay .
You ' d better hurry up if you wanna a dorm room next September ...
Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus .
Do you have any idea how much that would cost ?
I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ' s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ' t get anything done .
You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ' d save .
I ' Ve got to think it over some more .
I hope you will have second thoughts .
I heard that the government might need to increase the retirement age , because otherwise there will not be enough workers to support the young and the elderly .
Perhaps we need to have more babies ! Tina gave birth to a baby boy yesterday .
Did she ? That ' s great . However , if we have too many children , that will have a bad effect on the enviroment .
How ' s your son these days ?
Oh , he ' s fine . Kids seem to grow up very quickly nowadays .
He ' ll be a teenager before you know it ! Teenagers are often rebellious ! When do you think it is a good age to have a child ?
I had mine when I was 24 . that ' s a little young . I ' d suggest you wait until you are in your late twenties . , or even in your early thirties if you have a good career .
Yes , I think you ' re right . I ' m thinking about having a child , but not just yet .
Is there a big generation gap between parents and their children in you country ?
Yes , there is . Teenagers do not want to live traditional lives . They want to go out , have fun , and explore the world . They want to develop their own view of life . Parents usually try to discourage them , but they don ' t often succeed .
Parents usually give their children more freedom in my country . Sometimes they give them too much freedom .
It ' s almost impossible to get the right balance . If you are too strict , kids might ignore you . If you are too lenient , they might go wild .
But there's no hot water after 10 at night . Sometimes I like to have a hot shower before bed , especially in the winter , it feels good .
That's true , but I love the living room , it's huge and filled with sunshine .
True , and I like the kitchen . It ' s new and well equipped .
It has a great balcony with an incredible view of the park .
You are right . The view is spectacular . But that bedroom is so small . We ' d never be able to fit all of our stuff in there .
May be we could get some new furniture , better stuff .
I haven't thought of that .
It's a light blue coat . It's got a hood and a big silver zipper .
When was the last time you saw it ?
Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar .
OK . I ' ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it .
Thanks . I appreciate that .
What do they like or dislike . What languages do they speak , what religions do they follow .
Reasonable .
Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to .
Sometimes people in different countries , or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture .
I know . I figure as long as there ' s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Mom , can I have one more piece of cake ?
Ok . The last piece is for your dessert . We're having dinner soon .
$ 1500 is almost the lowest price we can offer .
I'm afraid I can't agree with you there . Your price is much higher than other companies .
You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable .
I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away .
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first .
All right , we'll wait for your answer .
Well , I prefer yogurt to all the other drinks . Have you ever tried a kind of yogurt with old milk in it ? It tastes great and very healthy too .
Oh , I haven ' t noticed that before . Maybe I will try next time .
Why don ' t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you .
Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot .
You ' re welcome . It was good seeing you again .
Me too . Have a great day .
I tend to only eat grapes and apples .
What kind of apples do you prefer ?
I've always liked green apples .
I don't really like green apples that much .
Why do you say that ?
I think they are too sour .
You'd rather eat a red apple ?
Don't you like red apples ?
They're okay , I guess .
We have to send it to landfill . It's very expensive because the government recently introduced a landfill tax so we're planning to build a new incineration plant next year to burn our waste .
But doesn't incineration produce carbon monoxide ?
Yes , you're right , it does . But we believe it's less harmful to the environment than landfill
We've learnt the story of Zheg He Sailing to West Ocean . He is a real great navigator .
Did your teacher tell you the route he took ?
Yeah , he , with his fleet , came across the Indian Ocean , and arrived at the east coast of Africa .
Great , do you still remember when he started his voyage ?
Of course , that is from 1405 to 1433 , which is in Ming dynasty .
Good , by the way , do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you ?
Not yet , you know I have a lot of homework to do .
You should speed up , because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today .
OK , great Daddy , after supper , I'll embark on it .
That's my boy ! Wait , Daniel , when is Pirates of the Caribbean on ?
Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow , who wants to find the treasure on the sea ?
Exactly , now , tell me the time .
I won't tell you , unless you promise to let me watch it with you .
Mine are , too .
So maybe we shouldn't go out after all .
Yeah . Let's just lounge around !
Don ' t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ' s about ?
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ...
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
Just look around ? Ah , that's boring .
I'll go myself then .
But most bosses are fools for woman .
Christmas is also a special time for us to have the family reunion and to express our best wishes to those we love and those who love us in the coming new year .
Christmas has more religious nature , while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday . On the New Year's Eve , we have a big dinner called ' Family Reunion Dinner ' . One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings . After that , the adults usually sit chatting , watching TV , or playing cards .
What are the children doing ?
They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks .
I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year .
Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money .
Who will get the money ?
Of course the children .
You're making a federal case out of it . One unhealthy love affair can't ruin anything . It could even make your life more interesting .
Are you serious , John ?
All I'm trying to say is that life is ... like ... er ... this painting .
Yes . I commute five days a week by train .
And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service ?
It ' s really very good .
Why do you say that ?
Well , trains are frequent and come on time .
Which train do you catch in the evening ?
I usually take the 5 thirty home .
And can you get a seat ?
No , I usually have to stand .
Would you agree that the service is fast ?
Yes , it ' s reasonably fast but it certainly isn ' t cheap . Fares have gone up25 % .
How much is a battery ?
$ 50 .
How long will it last ?
About 2 years .
Here is the money .
This cafe offers a wireless internet connection . That means I can get on the net for free while I ' m here . Of course , I have to buy a cup of coffee !
That ' s great . Can you do it anywhere ?
No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city .
So , what programs do you have on your laptop ?
I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs .
I know you are keen on photography . It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime !
It ' s wonderful , isn ' t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I look recently ?
What are the temperatures in winter ? in my city it is about 15 or 20 degrees .
In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that . the streets are often icing in the morning . with high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms .
Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ?
We do have a few foggy days in winter . but i would not say we have a lot of fogs . the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ?
Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms . but each one usually only last a few hours . then the skys are clear again .
Have you ever had snow in your city ?
My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child . but my parents and i only see it outside of our city .
The river in my city sometime freeze over . people go ice-skating on it . on summer people go boating on the river . but few people go swimming because it is not very clean .
As you know , my city is on the coast . the water is also not clean . but people still go swimming all year around . i prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot in sunny .
What's on these days ?
I think they're playing Lord of the Rings
That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that .
Where should we meet ?
How about at the subway entrance .
Aright . I'll meet you there at one o'clock .
We hope so .
You'd better get on with your homework ! You can practice on Sunday .
Oh dad . You don't understand at all .
I certainly could . You ' ll get exams next month .
I don't need it to play the guitar .
Oh , don't you ? God save me !
I'm sorry .
I know . But your way doesn't touch my heart .
Oh , god , please tell me how .
I can't tell you .
OK , I want you to be happy when we are together , and when you are sad , I would always stay with you .
When I am angry and want to beat someone , you stand there and let me do what I want . Would you ?
Yes , I would . Thanks for being in my life .
Don't be so happy , it is just one of my tests !
Sure , they do .
But why do you choose cycling at first ?
Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection .
You are really a good citizen .
That ' s what I can do .
Because in history , the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation .
Got it . Can we see any things left by them ?
Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain .
I want to see them . How can I go there ?
That is easy . You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai .
I am fine . In fact , I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle . But the other guy is in critical condition .
You're serious ?
Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert .
I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me .
Of course I forgive you . What are friends for ? Now , what am I going to do for that other guy ?
Our fruit is very fresh today . Do you want some ?
How much are the lemons ?
Three for ten cents .
Give me a dozen lemons .
Anything else ?
No , thanks . How much in total ?
Twenty eight dollars .
This will not interfere with my work . I promise you that .
When could we get together ?
I could easily give you some time tomorrow night .
Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ?
Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ?
I'll come prepared .
Goodbye until then . I promise you that you'll do well after we meet .
I might be able to do that . But I don't think I can do it well .
Don't worry . It is a test of physical endurance , intelligence . Just to finish it is considered a victory for most .
OK . I'll talk to you later .
I also need to check out this video .
This is all you want to check out ?
Just the video .
I ' m going to need your library card .
I have it right here .
You ' ll need to take care of the video .
I will .
We will fine you if you damage it .
I get it . Thank you .
Rather . I'm afraid I didn't do very well .
Oh , I wouldn't worry about it .
That's because you did well .
No , I wouldn't worry about you .
Why ?
It seems to me that you always do better than you say .
She kept on bothering me .
She ' s your sister . What she asked was only duck soup for you . Why can ' t you be good to her ?
But I am her brother , not her servant .
In a minute , Madam .
Yes , follow me . Here it is .
Your garden is really lovely .
Thank you .
Do you take care of them everyday ?
Yes , I do .
Don't you feel dull ?
I don't . I like the work .
Ok , that's all .
Thank you .
I not only passed my test , but I aced it ! I'm so happy !
you should be . You worked really hard last night preparing for it .
thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass .
you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor .
did you always do well at school ?
no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams .
really ?
sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ?
I'll get my finals in two months .
when do you plan on studying for those exams ?
most students just cram the night forehead .
do you think that's a good idea ?
no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam .
that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ?
I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant .
it sounds like you've learned something useful this year !
I ' m glad that you like it . This is only the first time that I made it .
You ' re great . Could you say it in Chinese ?
Sure , we call it doubt .
I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me . It's a real letdown .
I don't think she would do such a thing .
But she did and it made me disappointed .
Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything .
But she means a lot to me .
Then forgive her mistake .
Oh , I just can't forget it .
If you discover a small fire , you can try to put it out with a fire extinguisher but only do this if you have been trained . Make sure you use the right extinguisher . They are all colour-coded and contain different substances to put out the fire .
It ' s an absolute outrage , Sarah , the US government wants to give 25 billion dollars of taxpayers ' money to the auto industry . These are companies that have been mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt .
I see . But , many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans .
That maybe true , and I for one don ' t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ' re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ' re asking for money ! That is just not right !
Good point . This is Sarah O ' Connell reporting live from Washington D . C . , back to you , Tom .
It is . I'm on a diet and strawberry cream cheese cake is not on it .
A diet ? What for ? You are in great shape .
I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up .
Oooo . This sounds serious .
Not too serious . But he gave me a strict diet to help bring it down .
Sightseeing .
How long are you staying here ?
Nine days .
All right . Thank you .
So you'll have a tour of the famous city .
Certainly .
Yeah , yeah , but today ' s lesson was all about the creation of the universe .
A physics class about the creation of the universe ? That ' s some pretty unscientific language there . Sounds more religious to me .
It ' s all religion . Take the theory of the Big Bang . How is it possible that all of the stuff in the universe comes from an explosion ? That ' s no better than Atlas carrying the globe on his back or African myths about turtles and stuff .
Turtles ? Whatever ... Look , all that ' s required for the creation of matter an imbalance of particles and anti-particles . At least , that ' s what the math says .
Math , sheath . What ' s the evidence ?
There is evidence ! You know Edwin Hubble ? He ' s the guy who in the early twentieth century was the first scientist to measure the drift of matter in the universe , thus advancing notions of an expanding universe . What would it be expanding from ? Well , the Big Bang ... DUH !
Anyway , it ' s just a theory . Why do people go around touting theories ? Where ' s the scientific rigor in that ?
Dude , don ' t equivocate . A theory only becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous testing . You slept through class , didn ' t you ?
I just know I want to get out of the mindless gift trap .
I know what you mean .
I want to give a gift that is really meaningful .
Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them .
Or what only we are able to give them .
A single one with a private bath .
Would you like to have your room on the top floor ?
It doesn't matter .
Well , last night it took me half an hour to find a spot when I came home from work .
You get home late , don ' t you ?
Yeah , around seven . Most of the street parking is gone by then .
Ah , well . You can ' t have everything .
Yeah . I can live with it . It ' s great to be living alone .
If we do , too many people might attend . Perhaps we should invited all of them , but make a small charge to attend .
Good idea . We should also hold a series of presentations . We could have presentations on the history of the university , the courses we offer , and our links with other universities .
Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives .
We could have another on the successes of graduates from here .
I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that .
That ' s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university .
I ' m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni .
A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film .
I ' m sure that will be very popular .. OK , let ' s think about how we can put these ideas into practice .
Yes , the food here deserves its reputation . Chinese food is one of my favorites .
If you like , I'll take you to a new restaurant next time , I just heard about it from my friend , and he was just raving about it . It's such a great Sichuan cuisine . Would you like to try that ?
Sure , I'd love to . I heard Sichuan cuisine is very hot , I think I definitely love it .
Great , I love hot food too .
Well , let's finish this great dinner first .
You said it .
But , my overwork has not done yet . And it is driving me crazy .
My boy . I give you my sympathy to you . However , this meeting is said to be extremely important , so we have to attend it .
What's the meeting for ?
It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year .
I will be there after 20 minutes .
It's only about 10 minutes ' walk .
Thank you very much .
Mmm ! Beer , tequila , and ... lime !
Not bad . You really know your booze ... So I guess you know what's in the salsa , too ?
Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ...
Don't tell me you're a salsa expert , too !
First connect your laptop to the cable in the desk . Then open up your web browser .
Ok .
You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre .
Ok , thank you .
Oh yes , how's she getting on ?
OK , I suppose , but she's had a rough time in the last few years , She got divorced .
What , from Peter ?
Oh , of course .
Is that right ?
Yeah , are you going to come ?
I'm sorry , I can't .
Why not ?
I don't really want to .
Well , why don't you ?
I hate going to parties .
Well , that's okay .
Yeah , sorry .
To be fair , both the costumes and scenery are marvelous .
Maybe you're right . But I really don't like it .
Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good .
Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety .
Me , too . I hate to sit there and look at the same stage scenery one scene after another .
What kind of bread do we have ?
White and whole-wheat .
I think I'll have two slices of whole wheat .
Can you go wake up Cindy for me ?
Sure .
She's a late riser .
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna . You are responsible , too .
I don't want to argue anymore . Please get out of my life !
I think we can still talk .
No way ! Please don't follow me around .
Talk it easy , Anna . You really don't hate me . do you ?
Yes , I do . Leave me alone !
It's 600,000 RIB . But I've already put down 200,000 RIB , which is my absolute limit , so I'm looking for a loan of 400,000 RIB .
So , you've already made a large initial deposit ? That is good news . OK , let's have a look at your credit details and get this started .
I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward .
That is good , it should speed things up nicely .
Sure . Here you go .
Thanks .
I didn't know you smoked .
Really ? I've been smoking for over a year now .
Oh . You're new to smoking still . I've been smoking for 7 years .
You ever tried to quit ?
Many times . I'm really addicted . It's harder to stop than you think .
Yeah . I tried to quit last month , and I thought it was going to be easy , but it turns out that I'm still smoking .
I highly recommend you quit soon . The longer you smoke , the harder it becomes to quit .
I think you're right . Aright . Gotta go to class . Thanks for the cigarette . I'll talk to you later .
No problem . I'll talk to you later .
It's a bad idea . Vicky has short hair .
Well , what about a brooch ?
Only old women like that .
Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday .
OK . That's what I can do .
Me too . Please write to me as soon as you get Boston .
I'm sure and I remembered your phone number . I'll call you .
OK , they begin to register .
It's time I left .
Have a nice journey ! Do give my regards to your parents .
No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes .
It was a few things . The first thing that happened was that we were supposed to go out for a romantic dinner for our one year anniversary , but she stood me up !
Really ! Did she tell you why she didn ' t show up ?
No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home !
What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ?
I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone .
I can ' t believe she would do that to you . It ' s so dishonest---and rude !
I know . I still haven ' t heard from her . The good thing is that I ' m so angry with her that I don ' t feel sad about not having her around .
I bet you she regrets what she ' s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ' t she ?
I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though .
I know . It ' s always nice to have some closure , but I don ' t think you ' ll have a problem finding another girlfriend .
Sam , I never like Haunted Houses . When I was a kid , I didn't like them . when I was in high school , I didn't like them . when I was in college , I didn't like them . So why should I like them now ?
But this is maybe one of the best Haunted Houses in North America ! It's different .
Why don't we go to the Epcot Center instead ? They have displays from many cultures around the world .
I saw that in the guide . It looks like they have different restaurants and different kinds of architecture . Do you want to go ?
Yes . That is something I will enjoy .
Alright , let's go then . How many tickets do we have left ?
We still have most of the tickets we bought . We can go on a lot of different rides if you like .
I was only interested in the Haunted House and the roller coaster rides . The other rides are for kids .
Let's start walking to the Epcot Center then . According to this map , it is up this pathway here .
Alright , let's go .
Oh no , Ari . I didn ' t mean for you to pay for me when I invited you to go tonight . Let ' s go Dutch . I ' ll pay my own way . I insist .
I ' m looking forward to this film . I read a good review of it in this morning ' s newspaper .
Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ' m tired of heavy drama .
Are these seats okay ?
They ' re fine , but I can ' t watch a movie without popcorn .
Pretty much . The land rises and falls only a few meters . The southeast , the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters . There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country .
Yes , there are . They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries .
The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches .
That doesn ' t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs .
There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes .
We also have waterfalls in the mountains . They make the landscapes look very scenic . The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion , especially by water .
Actually , this is a kind of addiction called ' infomania ' or ' information overload ' .
Addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
Yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your in-coming emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
Absolutely .
Do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
Yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
Do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
Yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
Now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information
Thank you . Would it be OK if we have a cocktail while we are waiting ?
Of course , I will tell her .
I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ?
Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away .
Sure , that would be great ! Thank you !
Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ?
Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please .
Sure , no problem , sir .
Thank you very much .
These days , I can't think of anything but motor oil . Even coffee makes me think of it .
Wait a second ! There's the idea for this case ! " Your motor oil should be as choice and fresh as your morning coffee . "
I've only found a few openings in my field .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering .
there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ?
unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field .
that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ?
yes .
by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
really ? what is it ?
it's a job at a recruitment agency .
that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ?
well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job !
that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ?
sure , it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds . Good luck !
Come on . I don't see any point in arguing about this . Everyone has a right to his own opinion .
Right . Could you fill out this form please ?
Let's get it back .
190 yuan .
Here is 200 yuan . The charge is for you .
Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Can you give me a touch of his character ?
He's outgoing and honest , but sometimes he's a bit conservative .
You want to send it airmail , madam ?
I do want to send it airmail , yes .
Fine . Once you have it , you can go to the bookstore . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , I know where the bookstore is .
OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ?
No , I didn't know I could do that .
You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ?
Yes , I am going today .
Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1
Yes , thank you . That would be great .
Well , then , I'll talk to you later . Have a good day !
Yes , that ' s right . I do speak decent Japanese .
Right now I ' m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market . We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities . We ' ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started . What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion .
Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ?
We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other .
So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ?
We could give you an uncite office , as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan . At the same time , after helping with our project , we will be willing to split our profit with you .
All right . What kind of red wine do you serve ?
Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose . You can have a taste then make your decision then . Here is the wine menu .
The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one .
Then do you like any cheese to go with it ?
Why ? Do I have to order that ?
Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like .
That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive .
What would you like for appetizer and dinner ?
Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner .
How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ?
Medium , please ?
Anything for dessert ?
Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert .
OK . Please wait for s while . We'll get it done quickly !
Yes , thank you .
I've noticed from your resume that you majored in accounting at Peking University . Will you please tell me something about your related courses ?
In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting .
Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ?
No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making .
From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience .
I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation .
You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English .
No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English .
That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ?
I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company .
Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ?
No , can you tell me about it ?
Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month .
I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ?
I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July .
Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you .
The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Sure . I think it ' s a fantastic place to go .
I couldn ' t agree more . That ' s an ideal place for a vacation .
It sure is .
I can ' t wait to go there myself .
Once a year .
No , thank you . I'm afraid I can't take in anymore .
But it's only a film .
Do you think you can get me there seven thirty ?
We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam .
Hope we have good luck .
Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you very much . Here's 10 $ , keep the change , please .
It's OK . You could send an email to the employer via the internet .
Good idea . It is convenient and fast .
You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely .
Certainly .
I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it .
I think that about one hundred words are enough .
After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply .
OK , I know now .
actually , I was happy just to get the book published . Winning the prize was an added bonus .
what was the prize ?
I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice .
that ' s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ?
I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz .
I won $ 10 in the lottery last month . Perhaps next time , I ' ll be luckier and win the jackpot !
I'm fed up with his boring lectures .
But if you placed a larger order , we would increase the discount to 10 % .
Supposing we agreed to your price , what payment terms could you offer us ?
Maybe we would consider a longer credit period .
That would be nice . Let's call it a deal .
Surely , there are other ways to save money .
What are you talking about , we tried everything !
Well , I am up to my neck in work . I've got to finish this report . Sarah needs it by noon . I don't want to be scolded if I can ' t finish my work by the deadline .
I understand that , but you'd feel better if you took a break , even for just a short while .
I guess so . I usually buy name-brand clothing , shoes , and electronic goods . How about you ?
I actually try to avoid name-brand items . I can't stand it when big companies advertise their products all over the place !
I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds .
I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense .
Do you have a brand preference for anything ?
I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items .
What do you think about the " impossible is nothing " billboard on the high street ?
It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it .
I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention !
To each their own !
Criminals are clever ? They're only successful when people are careless .
I don't know . The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn't have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn't anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all .
That's not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
My favorite winter sport is skiing . In addition , I am keen on basketball .
What do you like doing in your spare time ?
I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health .
Do you have any hobbies ?
Yes , I have . I collect stamps , Chinese stamps as well as those from other countries .
Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ?
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ' s short hand is the best in her class .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
My boss wants me to finish this project tonight .
Exactly . I'm too excited for Christmas morning . Also , I thought I heard Santa .
Really ? How do you know it was Santa ?
Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs !
Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him !
Really ?
Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already !
O-K ...
Hey , honey ! Is that you ? Don't eat all the cookies -- I want some , too !
Fine , thank you . Are you coming for the interview as a secretary ? What's your name ?
Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Li Hua . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too . Miss Li . please have a seat . I am Peter Smith , the General Manager .
Yes , July ninth . I will be there for seven nights .
We have a junior single suite or a superior double suite available for those dates .
What's the difference ?
The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar .
OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ?
Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation .
Sure , my credit card number is ...
It ' s only the day when the world ' s biggest sporting event is kicking off .
What ?
The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ' s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ' s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa
I have no idea what you ' re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl .
This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g
Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ' t really appeal to me .
Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ' s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec
All I know about soccer is that you can ' t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me !
Whatever , I ' m going to go watch the opening match .
Well . I ' m rather disappointed with it .
How come ?
It ' s too old . And it isn ' t as specious as I expected .
Oh . It ' s awful , but it can ' t be helped .
I ' ll just have to put up with it .
How unlucky ! Let ' s pack our bags and go home .
Either way . I don't care .
How about a snack after work ?
I couldn't careless .
Would you rather stay home ?
Whatever you say .
Are you really interested in doing something ?
I don't mind if you want to .
He must be very brave .
Exactly !
That sounds great .
Did you want fries with your order ?
May I get a large order of curly fries ?
Did you want something to drink ?
Get me a medium Pepsi .
Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you . That's it .
No problem , that'll be $ 5 . 48 .
Thanks a lot . Keep the change .
Ok . You drive and do be careful .
Maybe . Oh . I see the Jungle Flying Train . I once rode it . It was very exciting .
I want to have a try later .
Me , too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
Please bring me some trifles and apple pies .
OK . I will bring it for you .
Well , I want to deposit 2,000 yuan into my account .
Would you please fill in a deposit form first ? Please write down your name , your account number and the amount you want to put in .
OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account .
Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Well , I think I'll take the bus this time just for a change .
Oh , he is all right . But busy as usual . Well , why don't we have a good chat at a bar ? It's been long time since we met each other last time .
Good idea !
No , I haven't sir .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow into this breathalyzer , please .
But , sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse to blow , you'll receive a much severer punishment .
OK . I'll blow .
Your BAC exceeds the legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and suspend your driver's license for 3 months .
It's a hotel but cheaper and offers free parking .
Well , that sounds good , I have never lived in a motel .
Then let's stay in a motel . I am sure you will like it .
No problem . Once we get your purchase order , we will begin the execution of the order right away .
Thanks . We need the products in less than one month , because we have a big deal with another company . By the way , will payment against delivery be OK ?
That will be fine . And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order .
He meant it in a good way . You added a little spice to the performance .
I'm glad you guys all have such a good sense of humor . Ha-ha ...
Of course ! That's why I always say , Eat , drink and be Greek !
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Sure thing .
I do wish your christmas and happy new year .
Thanks .
Well , I notice that you currently provide an on-screen TV Guide . At the moment , it just scrolls the names of the programs in a repeated loop . If you have many channels , you have to wait a long t
That ' s impressive . How would you make that pay ?
Tie it in with the pay-per-view services , and perhaps it could be a money-maker .
I see you have several good ideas . Now , I just have a few questions about your C . V . I notice that there is a five-year gap between your last job and now .
Yes , I took a break from work during that time . I had a baby , and as she was born with a handicap , I decided to suspend my career . But I have continued to keep up with the Industry through con
So , you ' re just starting back . Maybe you ' d better tell me a little more about your experience .
Yes , I'd like a portion of that strawberry tart .
Right . I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye .
Yes , I interned with an accounting firm during tax season .
That must have been stressful .
Yes , but I learned a lot .
I'll bet .
I learned about different tax laws and how they work .
Here is the Grand Central Station .
Thank you . How much is the fare ?
The meter reads 9 . 15 dollars .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Thank you .
We require a jacket and tie .
I see . Thank you .
30 dollars , Ma'am .
Are you kidding ? The meter says 15 dollars , doesn't it ?
Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip too .
I don't get it . I'll go and have our doorman talk to you then .
Ok , Ma'am . Calm down , 15 dollars will do .
Yes , a single room for March 28 .
That's right .
How much are you planning on raising ?
As much as possible .
What kind of fundraisers are you doing ?
We are going door to door .
You should try actual fundraisers , too .
What else can we do ?
Try having a car wash or selling candy .
I didn ' t think of that .
I know . It ' ll also help you make more money .
Then , how about this room with just a shower ?
May I see the room ? I'll take this room . Is the rate for a room only ?
No , sir . The tax is included .
Okay , mom .
Right . That's good .
It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it .
I know you can do it .
I will do my best .
That is great . All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do .
I think so .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
You could try using a spam filter to reject stuff that's obviously pornographic or anything else you don't want .
Do you have a package tour to Paris ?
Of course , we have .
I prefer a variety show without a host .
Well , generally speaking , if you want to change someone ' s mind or understand his position , you have to put yourself in his shoes . Understand his need and the cost for his need . And then you work together to find a solution .
Sounds easy . But how can I apply to practice ? I am thinking about applying for more reimbursement for my mobile bill . But I am afraid our boss will turn me down .
Ok , as John after Kennedy put it , let us never negotiate out of fear , but let us never fear to negotiate .
Yes , there's that bar we passed an hour ago .
His wife always complained that Kevin's salary was too low and got no promotion .
Poor Kevin , we should do something for him . He is a nice guy and does his job well .
Yeah , I agree with you . But you know , it's just one of those things .
Try this on please .
This is just my size . How much is the rent
The rent is 400 yuan a day .
I want some exciting . Which is more fun , the roller coaster or the ferris wheel ?
I like neither .
Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting .
OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun .
I like ferris wheel more .
It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later .
OK , let's go .
How could you cheat on your wife ? You have been married for ten years .
Yes , I know I'm wrong . But I swear that the affair lasts only for two months . And I still love my wife . I couldn't live without her .
I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce . But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever ?
Yes , I swear .
Of course . It's common too that we wear something special for our Chinese New Year .
People here always wear the best clothes they have . Many people go out and buy clothes especially for New Year's Eve .
Any other common customs of your New Year ?
Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution .
What's that ?
It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days !
By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ?
We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too .
Thanks a lot .
Well , feel free to drop by my office any time . The door ' s always open .
Actually , I was hoping to mix business with pleasure . Would you be interested in joining me for dinner some time this week ? I thought we might try out the new Italian restaurant everyone ' s been
Sure , Mike , I ' d love to .
Is this evening too soon ?
No , that ' s perfect . We can leave directly from here .
But couldn't you have done it when you felt better ?
Yes , I probably could .
You have already missed one other assignment ; when can I expect the make-ups ?
Next class meeting .
That will be soon enough , but make sure you get next week's assignment in as well , all right ?
That would work for me .
Good . I know that you are capable of being an excellent student .
I'm going to order scrambled eggs and toast . What about you ?
That sounds good to me . I'll have the same .
But everything has been so easy .
Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork . Just like we planned ! That may be true , but if you were to do it , you would have trouble on the horizon . You always say that .
Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things .
Okay . Have it your way , but don't say I didn't warn you .
What mark is it ?
Levis . It's the latest fashion .
That's fine .
Your total comes to 7 dollars .
Here's 20 .
Thank you . Your cash back is 13 dollars . Pull into a parking states , and we'll bring you your fries in two minutes .
Thanks .
That ' s right . The ideal posture for women is to put their legs together and lean to one side . This is especially important in summer .
Where should I put my overcoat and briefcase after entering the office ?
Put it beside you . Don ' t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ' s desk . You've got long hair . Don ' t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work .
I think that ' s the reason why Princess Diana ' s hair style became so popular .
Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there .
I ought to respect other people ' s privacy , as most Westerners do .
As the saying goes , when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
Okay .
We maintain a curfew for Cindy because she's just 16 .
How late can we stay out ?
You can stay out till 10 p . m .
But if we're going to be late ?
Then you call me or Tom first .
No . She is really a very nice girl ...
Yeah , she is . She is pretty , caring , getting easy-going and she is a great cook . She is a gem .
Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ' s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself .
Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ?
I've tried , but it didn't work .
So , when are you going to tell her ?
Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her .
I know she ' s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt !
I know ...
It leaves at 9:30 a . m ..
Could you please tell me about the cabins ?
Yes , all the cabins are fit for two .
Then where can I catch it ?
At Pier Five .
Thank you .
I promise you'll have it tomorrow .
No , thanks . We have made a reservation before .
Can I have your name , please ?
My name is James .
I'll ask waitress to show you the way .
Thanks .
I don't know . Since yesterday morning , the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip .
Did you call the apartment management yet ?
Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over .
How long ago did you do that ?
It was 36 hours ago .
That's outrageous ! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this .
Yes . Let's go inside and you can open it up .
Wow ! It's big ! What could it be ?
I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat .
What does that mean , not big but fat ? You didn't buy ...
Well , I believe I ' m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ' m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ' m fun to work with .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
All right , madam , it's your turn . What will it be today ?
I've been wearing my hair long for years , but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style . What do you suggest for a woman like me , that is , with hair like mine ?
Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable .
I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing .
Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ?
Yes , if you think it will help .
What do you think of it ?
It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ?
Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ?
By all means .
Okay , I'll do that later .
Thank you ! Remember that they go to the vet this Saturday .
I know . What time is their appointment ?
We need to have them there at 11
I got it . I will remember .
I'd love it . Working out is more fun with a friend .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
You're right . If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that .
Can you use the computer or other office machines ?
No , but I ' d like to learn how to use them .
Yes , I see , this is a permanent position .
Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ?
Oh , no , I ' m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time .
I couldn ' t possibly hire you . You can ' t take shorthand , you can ' t use a computer , and you can only work part time .
I believe that she will give me the invitation today .
Are you even going to go ?
Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year .
Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun .
When exactly does the party start ?
The invitation says it starts at 8
Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ?
I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though .
I'm planning on going , but I really need her to give me my invitation .
I advise that step be taken in power supply first .
What's his suggestion for this work ?
His suggestion is that the work be started at once .
The way I see it is that they'd join us .
I think so too .
OK , I'll tell him .
No , it's the number fifty-eight .
So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ?
No , it won't .
So when will it be here then ?
Never .
Never ?
That's right . The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more . It ' s stop is round the corner .
Yes , sir . But we only accept American Express , Master card and Visa . What kind do you have ?
Master card . Here you go .
Wait a moment , please .
This is green tea , you can drink it in summer . It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs .
Sounds interesting . What about this ?
It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion .
What's this ? It smells fragrant .
It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste .
I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend .
No problem . Wait for a moment .
We have recently started doing a lot of business with British companies , so we'd like to open a GAP account . How should we go about this ?
The first step is to fill in the Account Opening Application and the accompanying Seal Card , stamped with your company's seal . I mean , the business seal and the corporate seal . We also need your Business Licence and the Enterprise Standard Code Certificate . Then we can go on to the next step .
That's great . Let's begin as soon as possible .
Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I've always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that's true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I'm a GS - 15 . That's high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
How long have you been on the bus ?
I've been on here for like , 15 minutes .
Do you catch this bus a lot ?
Not much , I have a car .
So , you have your own car ?
I sure do .
Then , why are you on the bus with me ?
I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down .
That's good thinking .
Your feelings might be right . You should never walk alone there at night . It is too dangerous .
I Know . And you should be more careful , too .
You are trying to single-handedly solve one of the world ' s greatest mysteries , and yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are wrong !
I am not wrong ! The chicken came first !
No ! The egg came first !
It sure will .
Is it a very long ride ?
It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride .
Really ?
It doesn't take long at all
Do a lot of people ride that bus ?
More people start getting on around LA .
Wow , thanks a lot .
Don't mention it .
Well sir , our sales have dropped , no plunged , fifty percent in the past month alone . We are currently overstocked and overstaffed and our profits refalling fast . The market is in recession and we have no way of moving our inventory , or getting rid of our staff . If we consider redundancies , it would cost us a fortune because of the new regulations governing compensation packages . It ' s a real mess .
For crying out loud ... How fast are we losing money ?
Um ... how can I put this ? Let ' s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months .
What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ' s the bad news ?
Oh , that ' s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ' re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ' re going to have to shoulder this cost .
Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess !
We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country .
We ' re doomed !
There is some really good news though !
Really ? What !
I got offered a new job !
Well , I guess I could tape The X-files and watch it later ...
Look , it's starting !
Mysteries of the Pyramids . Didn't we watch this program last week ?
It ' s not the same . It ' s completely different .
It ' s just a little shorter .
I really like this one .
Well , it ' s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ' s pretty ?
Yeah . It ' s pretty .
I don't usually like to use Atms , I like dealing with a real person , you see .
I know it does seem a little daunting , but once you get used to it , it will save you a lot of time and trouble .
It ' s ok , good night .
Good night .
Where is your polling place ?
It ' s at the park up the street .
Oh , is that right ?
Where ' s your polling place ?
I have no idea .
How come you don ' t know where it is ?
Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place .
You should check online .
Oh , really ? Thanks , I ' m going to do that right now .
Were you wearing your glasses when you noticed them , sir ?
I've already seen nine of them and , as they say , eight is enough !
Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots .
You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement !
I'm very sorry , sir . Will you please hold while I transfer you to my supervisor ?
( In the club ) Look at those people in the dance floor , they are so crazy .
That's rock and roll with fast tempo .
I like the slow dance . I am good at rumba and waltz .
Take it easy . The time for slow dance is the middle part of the party .
Let's find a quiet seat and sit down for beverage .
OK , follow me .
Listen , it is waltz . I like the elegant step of the old styles .
May I ?
Sure .
( When they are dancing ) You dance gracefully !
I started driving the bus a few months ago .
Is it fun driving the bus ?
Not at all .
I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver .
I never did either , but it pays the bills .
I enjoyed talking to you .
I liked talking to you too .
Not very well .
What are your symptoms ?
I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain .
Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ?
Here .
What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ?
Sharp pain .
Is the pain continuous ?
No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes .
Please lie down over there .
All right .
Does it hurt when I push here ?
No .
What about here ?
Not really .
How long have you been like this ?
For about a month .
How about your appetite ?
I am eating pretty good .
How about your bowel movements ?
No constipation . Everything seems OK .
I have a proven track record in resolving problems , multitasking , and dealing with customers , as you can sec in my resume . I think it is enough .
Are they having a sale ?
Yeah . Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale . It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on .
That sounds great . Where should we meet ?
I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes .
Sounds good . See you there .
What do you think about these shoes ?
They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ?
No . Not really .
This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design .
I bet it's expensive .
It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ?
For 80 bucks it looks great . Go try it on .
yes , that ' s true .
what kind of work did you do ?
I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems .
That ' s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ?
I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building .
well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ' Ve ever had , please .
the best job ? What do you mean ?
like the job you feel the most proud of .
I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people .
Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of .
I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it .
that ' s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question .
Go ahead , please .
in all the jobs you ' Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ?
wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things .
all right . Do you have any questions ?
no . I can ' t think of any right now .
you ' ll hear from us by the end of this week .
thank you very much . I ' m looking forward to hearing from you about this job .
No . You can't suddenly make smoking illegal . But the government could prohibit smoking in public places like cinemas and theaters .
I will .
I don't like the way they sag down . I feel like I have plumber butt in them .
That's the style ! You just wear boxers .
What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ?
You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants !
If you ask me , it's a walking invitation !
Thank you .
Then you'll need small change .
No , I couldn't care less !
I'm Helen Baker .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
Thank you , doctor .
But I find Japanese ones better .
It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event . Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times . Oh . my goodness ! I'm afraid the team is under a spell .
Well , at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield . They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria . And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense . I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later .
I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes .
That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals .
Yes . They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline , especially in vital , decisive encounters .
I don't know . She always said I didn't love her , but I did .
Did you think about talking to her again ? Maybe she is waiting for your call .
I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet .
Come on , guy . Maybe she isn't your right person .
Since leaving school , I have attended typewriting and shorthand classes , and have now attained a speed of fifty and ninety works respectively .
What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst ?
I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis .
What job-related skills do you have ?
I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language .
They're at the back of the stores , second shelf up on the right-hand side .
Thanks . Have you got any light bulbs ?
They're in the blue cupboard . Anything else ?
Oh yes , some wire cutters .
I ' ll need to check . Sorry , we don ' t have any in stock . But I can order some and send through the order today . How many do you need ?
Just one pair .
Fine . They should be here the day after tomorrow .
Although the weather here is very cold , the people are warm .
Yes , that's the reason why I remain here .
I can tell from the way he spoke to us .
Never believe his words .
That's it . It'll take you about five minutes .
Thank you very much .
Okay .
Your order is ready . It ' s on the way to your room . We ' re very sorry to have you waiting , Ma ' am .
That ' s okay .
I'm afraid I don't know how to use your camera .
Well , it's an automatic camera . You just press the button .
I see .
Thanks a lot .
Let me see . I think maybe 600 USD at least .
Pardon ?
Six hundred US dollars .
I'm sorry , sir , after 7
But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ?
I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it .
It's just too bad . I have to leave it as it is , and thank you just the same .
I'd be delighted to , John . Saturday did you say ?
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots . More often than not , I go with some of my friends . By the way , what are your favorites ?
I love swimming and cycling . On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour . In the afternoon , I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours .
That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ?
Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ?
I'm fond of dancing .
Good . You really know how to enjoy yourself .
Sure , I can take you there actually .
Oh , I don't want to trouble you .
It's fine . I was heading there anyway .
Yes , I ' m thinking about signing up for a tour in the travel agency . Their next tour starts the same time as my holiday does next month .
How many days is the tour ?
10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ' t that great ?
That ' s a perfect plan . Enjoy yourself .
That ' s out of the question .
Please .
Not a chance .
Not even for an hour ?
Sorry , it ' s impossible .
Well , keep this under your hat , but I think I'm going to quit after New Year .
Quit this company ? Oh ... wow .
I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ...
One of the best in the company .
That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all .
Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ?
That's one way of putting it . For me , a job needs to stimulate my brain , otherwise it becomes a daily drudgery .
Well , I ' m looking to get a custom-made suit .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
I wish I could , but I have to walk the dog and finish cooking so if you would excuse me .
We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking ! This one for example , is a bi monthly publication with recipes from all over the world !
Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ?
Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas !
Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications .
You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters !
That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ?
Well , I also have ...
Yes , but not the Ritz Carlton , the " Ritz " is a pizza place with peanut shells on the floor .
In that case , let me make a quick change into my street clothes .
I'll wait right here for you Superman .
Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz !
Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit ?
I also need to check these books out .
Anything else ?
That ' s everything .
I need your library card .
I have it . Here you go .
Do you need anything else ?
That ' s everything .
Your books are due back two weeks from today .
Thank you . Good night .
He deserved it .
They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though .
So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke .
That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
You told Martha that I was on a date ? What was that all about ?
No ... that's not what I meant . I didn't mean that . She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara . I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends .
She started feeling suspicious after you said that .
I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up .
Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you .
Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends .
Don't bother .
Oh , dear , well , it looks like we have a few rooms available , can I put you into a room on the 17th floor ? It has a balcony and it doesn ' t face the highway .
Ok , that would be very nice ! What do I need to do to transfer ?
Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 .
Mmm , I don ' t think the charges are right , can you explain them please ?
That ' s right .
This is a sizable sum . Is there any reason you are closing your account with us Mr . Lee ?
I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account .
I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ' s approval .
No problem . I ' ll wait over there .
Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there .
No , thanks . Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash .
And when we get back from the doctor's , you'll gargle again .
Maybe I'll run away first .
Well , the only free food on the streets is from a soup kitchen , and their soup isn't as tasty as mine !
All right .
Sorry , we don't . I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo .
What about a flight to Paris ?
Yes . It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday .
Wonderful .
Fresh fruits and vegetables are important , along with protein and whole grains .
What things should I avoid ?
You don ' t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar .
Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ?
Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop .
How about having a beer on the weekend ?
Less than a serving of alcohol a day can actually be good for you . Do not overdo it !
I don ' t think I ' Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ' t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ?
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use will rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
I guess you could say that . What kind of games do you like ?
I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at !
doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ?
well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours .
did you play a lot of games when you were little ?
my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend .
do you still like playing those games ?
not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ?
everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games .
some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ?
no , I prefer to play with people I know .
how about mah-jong ?
it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it .
I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong !
I hate to disappoint you , but unlike what most people think , we aren't all exactly the same !
She made another white crack about my clothes .
Are you sure she was trying to put you down ?
Of course , I am sure .
You shall go easy on her . she is new here .
Just how am I supposed to do that ?
You shall just take it in surprise .
I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons .
Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ?
I am not . she is no picnic .
Well . if you think I can help , let me know .
Thanks , Serena .
Well . I am a traveler from China . Would you please mail to China ?
Of course . You have to fill out the form first .
Yes .
Well , the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for him .
Really ? That's fantastic ! Will you get a chance to do any writing ?
She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back .
Wow ! That's really great news . How often does the magazine come out ?
It's a monthly magazine , but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly .
Are you looking forward to doing more editing work ?
Yes , but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again !
Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine ?
I don't have any with me , but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you .
I'm really looking forward to reading your column .
Me , too . Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news ?
Sure , where would you like to go ?
Perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop .
Well , it's cheap and actually the color fades easily when washed .
I said I was terribly sorry . But he said it was quite all right .
Your boss was really nice .
No , he didn't scold me because he was late , too .
No . Which one do you recommend ?
This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture .
Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set .
Which brand do you prefer ?
Sky worth .
OK . Come with me , please .
Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy !
You're right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Today is May first , 2003 .
Oh , today's International Labour Day . Is it our working day ?
Well , I don't think so .
My apologies , sir . We'll transfer you to a new room at once and give you a full refund .
Thank you . I didn't want to have to take this to court .
Sir , we never want a guest to stay here mad or unhappy .
Well , I can teach you how I make them , which is the same way my father and grandmother make them , which is a little special .
OK . Yeah ! Yeah !
First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan .
Oh , OK . Wow !
OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese .
Wow . That sounds really good .
$ 20 per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Do you accept check ?
No , I'm sorry we don't . We accept credit cards and cash .
Well , I'd like to pay by cash .
OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change .
Thanks .
My pleasure . Welcome to our restaurant next time .
Any reasons ?
The cause is another boy .
Oh , that ' s too bad .
Of course .
I went to the university of Ohio , in America .
What degree did you get ?
I got a bachelor ' s degree .
What was your major ?
I majored in English and minored in Chinese .
What was you G . P . A ?
I graduated with honors . I had a 3 . 9 .
Do you plan to pursue further education ?
Yes . I ' d like to obtain a master ' s degree in international relations .
When do you think you will do that ?
After I have 3-4 years of work experience .
I see .
Actually , my office is right around the corner .
It was great to meet you last week at the conference . I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment .
Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ' s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion .
Sure , you still have my contact details , right ?
You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ?
Sure , my name is Ana Ferris . Don ' t worry about it . it happens to me all the time . I ' m terrible with names too .
I worked over the summer at a restaurant . Have to make tuition money , right ? What did you do ?
I took summer school . I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up .
So are you officially a junior now ?
Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same .
That makes sense . So where is Nicole ?
She dropped out of school completely .
Really ? Why ?
She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time .
Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job .
It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer .
Do you know how much they are paying her ?
I don't know . But I bet it must have been a good offer , or she wouldn't have accepted it .
I got it from Macy's .
It's really nice .
Thanks again . You look nice today , too .
Thank you . I just got these shoes today .
Really ? What kind of shoes are they ?
These are called All Star Chuck Taylors .
I really like those . How much did they cost ?
They were about forty dollars .
I think I'm going to go buy myself a pair .
Where is he going ?
He is going to Canada and to live with his son .
What a pity !
Why did you say that ? It's a good thing for him to live with his son .
I know that . But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour . You know I always appreciate Tom's company .
Me too . But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future .
What did you have in mind ?
Well , first , I'd like to buy a few postcards . My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere . I want to do that , too .
We have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters .
Posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice .
Yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you .
How much do they cost ?
The prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ?
Yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle .
Here you go .
I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate .
Are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift ?
Yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate .
We've got plenty to choose from here .
They look delicious . I think she'll be pleased .
I began to went there last month .
Is there any change ?
Well , I think I'm in better condition now .
Really ? Is it tiring ?
It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up .
I want to go there , too . Can I ?
Of course , yes .
What about these ?
They're painkillers . You take one tablet when you feel a pain , but not more than once within four hours .
I see . Thank you , doctor .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Why don't we stop and have a rest here ?
Fine . Actually I am a little tired too . Want some water ?
Sorry , things on sale are not allowed to be refunded or exchanged .
Oh , but this pair of shoes are a bit too tight . Could I change them for something bigger ?
All right . Wait a minute .
Don ' t count on it . I think the best way to prevent AIDS is to keep yourself clean by having clean sex and keeping a regular sex partner .
Right . That ' s why doctor say AIDS prevention means cleanness .
do you know anyone in the play ?
actually , the woman playing Ophelia is a past classmate of mine .
really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ?
that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great .
so you've seen other plays that he's directed ?
quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ?
sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ?
I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school .
what did you do ?
I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ?
I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much .
why not ?
I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat .
that sounds kind of boring . Oh , look . They're dimming the lights . I think we should get back to our seats for the second half of the play .
I understand that .
Have you got everything ?
Oh , my jump rope . Mom , can you get it for me ?
Could you have gotten it done at another time ?
Yes , I could .
You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up ?
I'll make it up early next week .
That would work , but don't let it happen again .
I'll try .
That will solve it then . Let's work hard to not let it happen again .
Many kinds of books . When I was a child in elementary school , I enjoyed reading fables and science fiction . When I became to a teenager at middle school , I was interested in detective mystery stories . Now I like reading romance stories .
Are you in love ?
Why ?
People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories .
Well , maybe .
I ' m afraid he won ' t make old bones .
That surely will cost you a lot of money . Are you going to make a full payment ?
Do you think I am rich enough to make it ? I am thinking about buying the apartment by installments . The real estate agency says if I pay a 25 % down payment , I can move in at once .
If sounds so tempting . Why not go applying for a loan from the bank ? They charge very low interest , so you can choose whether to pay up the balance in 10 or 20 years .
Well , I know a lot of people have guns there . I think maybe it isn't too safe .
Don't worry about it . Your sister lives there . She probably knows the places in town you shouldn't go . It ' s true there are some dangerous places in big American cities . But if your sister lives there , she must know the city pretty well already .
Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little .
Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York . What things do you want to see ?
I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot .
The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there .
Hmm . I hope not .
No , I don't .
Is it urgent ?
Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache .
Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ?
I must see the dentist now , nurse .
The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ?
That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ?
I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ?
I can wait , but my toothache can't !
That ' s in one month , and besides , this is a group date with all of our friends .
All of your friends , what are you planning to do ?
We ' re going fishing .
What a party ! I hope you don ' t expect the girls to fish .
These girls are different , they are not wimpy .
Sounds practical ! To be honest , sometimes I feel puzzled about my future career . I am not sure if this job suits me the best though I work very hard on it and enjoy being a hard worker . I have always wanted to try something else and learn some new skills .
Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do . It seems that you need this course more than I do . I love my current job . If I take this course , I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work . If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships , that will be great . I need these to improve my current work performance .
Ok , then we can sign up for it together .
Many customers didn't want them .
How about giving them to that old man ?
Good idea .
By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ?
I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today .
I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper .
But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around .
That's true .
Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home .
Okay . How tiring the job is !
I am not sure . What's the rate today ?
It's 1 Australian dollar to 6 . 1 Yuan RIB .
What was the rate yesterday ?
The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6 . 5 Yuan yesterday .
Oh , the rate goes down .
It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ?
Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ?
I don't know , sir . But it won't change much .
Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB .
Okay . Please sign here in this form .
OK .
Here is the 6,100 RIB .
Thank you very much .
I'm sorry , but he's not in , he's gone out on business .
Oh ! I just drop in on him for a chat .
Please come in for a cup of coffee .
No , thank you . Please tell him to phone me when he comes back .
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps you with water retention .
What about side effects from that medication ?
Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication .
Do I only need to take that one drug ?
I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor .
What can I expect when I take that medication ?
You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough .
Two carats .
Is this one suit for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned .
What about this ?
Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Yes , try this one please .
This fits me well , how much is it ?
3,500 yuan .
It's reasonable . Here you are .
Oh , you do ?
I am volunteering for the campaign .
What made you decide to volunteer ?
I want to be a part of history .
Good for you .
Do you plan on voting ?
I will be voting .
You should try and make it early to your polling place .
Thanks for letting me know .
I think so .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
Well done !
I'd like to apologize for my carelessness . May I clean it up for you ?
No , I'll do it myself .
Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ?
I should think so , too !
I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble .
Yes , and please be more careful in the future !
I will , sir . I'm really very sorry .
That's OK .
Hmm . Well , we have some alternatives , if you're interested .
Go ahead . I'm all ears .
We have a computer lab on the first floor .
That's great ! How much is it ?
It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course .
Okay . What about the other alternatives ?
You could use your wireless right here in our lobby .
Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ?
Well , we don't have a printer in the lobby yet . You'll have to use the lab .
Thank you for your warning .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
But I don't see it .
Oh , Dad , look at the sign , please !
Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey .
OK , Dad , it happens .
It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ?
Come on , I'm too tired !
OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi .
Sure , I promise .
If you keep your promise , I will also let you watch Ultraman this evening .
I also need to check this magazine out .
You ' re not allowed to do that .
I don ' t understand .
It ' s our policy .
What can I check out ?
Only books or videos .
I need this magazine .
You will have to read it here .
That ' s weird .
Most anyway .
Do you like playing table tennis ?
Yes , I like . But I can't play it well .
Are indoor sports popular ?
Basketball and swimming are very popular .
Really ? I like playing basketball , too .
We can play together if you are free .
That's great .
I would like to be able to work independently and take over some ordinary responsibilities such as answering routine correspondences , taking phone calls , and sometimes assisting you with personal business affairs .
Well , we can give you this lovely shaving kit and call you the minute your luggage arrives here . Just leave us a contact number .
You can reach me at 13661306917 .
Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . There wasn ' t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage .
Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ' re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully .
I ' Ve had a lot worse problems than this traveling so it ' s really no big deal .
How would you like it ?
Five tens , five fives and the rest in ones , please .
Here you are . Thank you .
Thank you for calling me . I will be there on time .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
No , thanks Mom . I'd like some toast and chicken wings .
Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me .
Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket .
All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ?
Yes , madam .
Ask Daniel to give you a hand ?
No , mom , I can manage it by myself . His help just causes more trouble .
A trip to China for summer vacation . Wow ! What a wonderful surprise ! Thank you . This is the best surprise I've ever had .
What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 " pan .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
OK . See you at your office at 2:30 .
Right , see you then !
Oh , that's right . Well , the train shouldn't be late . That means there is only one explanation ... Bill must have overslept .
Well , to be fare , since he's coming all the way from Lancaster , he's got to get up much earlier than the rest of us . He must get start on his commute about six thirty , no telling what time he actually gets up .
That's right , because he's got to get to the train station from his house , then take the blue line into the city , then switch trains to the red line . In all , the trip's got to take more than 2 hours .
Why doesn't he just drive to work ?
It's too difficult to park your car in the city . Also , the traffic coming in from the suburbs is a nightmare .
Sure . This is Nigel Smith his personal banker . Could you ask him to return my call ?
Nigel Smith . Does he have your number , Mr . Smith ?
It's 2781703 1 .
2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message .
Thanks so much , bye .
It ' s pretty bad .
Yeah . You can say that again . It ' s noisy too .
I am glad I did not drive a car .
Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ?
Tomorrow ? No , I am afraid I won ' t be able to . I ' m going on business to Birmingham .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ' ll be at her birthday party .
What do you say next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ' s make it next Wednesday .
Okay . Bye .
Bye .
I don't know .
This is Sun , and I interviewed with you yesterday .
Hello , Mr . Sun .
I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me , as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Well , thank you for your time and consideration again .
You are welcome .
If you order a large amount , we can give you a discount .
Well , can you explain it to me ?
The price of CPU is 260 dollars above 1,000 Units .
Can you reduce more ?
I'm sorry , but to be frank , considering exploiting the market in your country , we have already supplied you at very low preferential price .
In that case , we have to stop ordering if a reduction can't be made . Please reconsider .
It is so hard to deal with .
If you can give us a more reduction , We'd be able to give you an order on the spot .
This price is the best we can make .
I can't promise anything , but I'll try my best .
Oh , that's my stop . How much do I need to pay ?
That'll be 10 dollars , please .
Thanks a lot . here .
No , it should only take you about 15 minutes by foot .
Thank you .
What happened ?
Because of atomic cocktail and other medicines , all of them have the side effect . she has lost all her hair .
It's not what I asked for .
What's wrong with it ?
It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it .
This is a pity !
How Ay years have you been working with him ?
About 15 . I've seen him work hard for a lot of good changes .
It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters .
Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ?
He would be good .
Yeah , good idea . We can put some lawn furniture outside next to the grill . I also set up the tent outside so we can hide from the sun if it gets too hot .
Great ! I asked Grace to bring cups and serviettes as she is also bringing two big coolers for the beers .
This is gonna be a great barbecue !
The Yellow Rock National Park .
That's wonderful . I will see the Old Faithful for myself .
$ 50 a day .
No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes .
They still live in Shanghai where I was born .
Do you write or call them very much ?
Yes , I try to keep in touch with them .
What's the best time to call you , then ?
Between four and five in the afternoon .
Thank you for coming , Miss Yang .
The pleasure is mine . It's been nice talking with you . Goodbye .
I've always had good luck at outlets .
Thank you for the suggestion .
I hope you find a nice sweater .
I can't bear eating less .
It was around 1 thirty in the morning . I guess I didn ' t fall asleep till 3 because those numbers were involving in my mind . I just couldn ' t stop thinking about them .
That ' s normal after a tense work evening . Working overtime is not always a pleasant experience for me either . Once , I worked overtime everyday for a whole week including the weekend . That really broke my rhythm and I got a little sick later .
Working at weekend is something I hate to do most .
But if the company asks , what else can we do ?
All right , ma'am . Need any help with your luggage ?
Thank you , but I'd rather keep this case with me .
Certainly .
Do you care for seafood ?
Yes , I'm very fond of seafood .
Which seafood do you prefer ?
I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber .
Is there anything else you would like to have ?
Bring me an assorted cold dish , please .
Would you care for beverage ?
No , thanks . I'm fine .
What would you like to drink ?
A bottle of champagne .
I will . Thanks for telling me .
Many are important -- intelligence , diligence , information and planning . But the most important , I think , is achieving results .
Believe me , he is the first-class .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I wish it was a nicer day today .
That is true . I hope it doesn't rain .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
You are right . Our company ' s Christmas party has always been an amazing occasion for everybody to relax and get to know each other better . It is also a time to make new friends and do some networking .
I hope that it is not a formal one when the boss is there .
No , it will not be formal at all . It is a fun time . You will love the game show . Please dress casually . Usually there is an over abandon of drinks , so be careful with that .
Don ' t worry , I can handle that . And I know if the boss is there , even it is an informal evening , it does not make a good impression to get totally drunk in front of him .
I noticed that the faucet in the kitchen is leaking .
That ' s no big deal .
It ' s going to be a problem when my water bill comes .
What do you want me to do about it ?
I would like you to fix the problem .
I won ' t be able to do that right now .
Well , I won ' t be able to rent the apartment until the problem is fixed .
Fine , I ' ll have it fixed for you .
I ' m happy that we ' Ve come to an agreement .
Oh , that ' s a nice idea . Well , it ' s fine if you take our picture .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here . The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre .
As the city grew , it must have absorbed many village nearby .
Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city .
I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ?
Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too .
Really ? So your city does have some old history after all .
OK , well after you take one out of that second drawer , you put your name on the top . Do you see ?
I am kind of confused .
Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ?
I'm not quite sure .
Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ?
No , I have no idea what you are talking about .
It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box .
Thanks for your help .
Try it and if you can't do it , one of us can always help you later .
So how have you been lately ?
I've actually been pretty good . You ?
I'm actually in school right now .
Which school do you attend ?
I'm attending PCC right now .
Are you enjoying it there ?
It's not bad . There are a lot of people there .
Good luck with that .
Thanks .
I see your point , but if companies didn ' t spend money on advertising , no one would hear about their products . I agree that some form of advertising can be annoying . I don ' t like it when people try to give you leaflets with information about products you have no intention of buying .
I really hate receiving spam . I also dislike having to listen to advertisements and jingles when they are broadcast in stores or on the subway .
Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ' t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign .
I like that too . I don ' t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ' t buy a certain product , you ' re not cool or modern or efficient or something .
That kind of advertising seems to be very common with brand name products . They are always trying to maintain brand loyalty .
OK ! I was just tellin ' Wen about African-American food .
You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws , were you ? Well , my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff . We have refined French tastes .
Hey ! That " stuff " is my grandma's cooking , and it's good !
Tell me the problem .
I have two classes on here that are at the same time .
Oh , I see .
Can you change that for me ?
Do you still want both classes ?
Yes , I would like to keep both classes .
I'll try to change one to a different day .
I would greatly appreciate that .
I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems .
I don ' t think it ' s worth that money .
Anyhow , this dress is really elegant .
The counter-offer was acceptable to them , but they want you to pay for the home inspection .
Will the home inspection cost me a lot ?
It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars .
Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ?
Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find .
How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ?
Let ' s call them right now . I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection .
But I can't sing it well .
It doesn't matter . No one will laugh at you .
OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ?
What about six ?
It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ?
OK . Let's make it .
To tell you the truth , I'm not married . I'm still single .
Then , when do you plan to get married ?
I don't know . It ' s still up in tha air .
This is encouraging news , good for you ! What is your solution , then ?
The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities . It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place .
Sounds not bad ! Better performance isn ' t just about doing a lot more . It is about focusing on the right things to do .
I prefer boxing to beef .
I'm glad you're replacing it . We need more space to work on things . How deep will the new workbench be ?
Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood .
Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ?
Sure . So let's see . We need a piece of wood 3 . 5 m long by 1 m wide . I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday .
Well ... thanks , Marcia . It ' s very nice of you to say so . I mean ...
It was that final sprint ! You were great ! Really !
Do you really think so ? I mean , was I ? Er ... you ... must be disappointed .
I can play drums , but I haven ' t played for a while . I ' m not sure I ' d be good enough to play in a band .
I wish I could play a musical instrument . I love music .
Nowadays , you can be a DJ . You can mix dance music . You don't need to be able to play music instrument or thing .
I love to try it , but the instrument is expensive and it was still need to take a lot of practice .
You know , you could probably get a computer program that would help you . You already have a computer , so you could use that to help you mix some music .
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll search for some information on the internet . If it ' s possible to do , the internet will have some information about it .
Here are all of them .
These books are two weeks late .
I didn ' t have time to return them .
You ' re going to have to pay late fees .
How much ?
25 cents a day .
25 cents a day ?
That means 25 cents for each late book .
That ' s expensive .
That give us a good lesson .
Twice a week . How about you ?
I seldom play tennis . I prefer football and basketball .
But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together .
I usually play with my schoolmates .
Do you like watching football matches ?
Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday .
Oh , I watched it on television . It was an exciting match .
Why ?
Because you don't want to smell bad .
I don't smell bad .
That's what you think .
If I smelled bad , I could smell me .
I can smell you .
I can smell you , too .
That's my perfume .
When can I wear perfume ?
Honey , cheer up .
I feel confused about the grammars .
I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best .
And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated .
Be confident , and never give up .
I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad .
Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart .
Yes , mom . You are right . Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . I will keep going .
Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas .
Where ?
I have spoken my mind , and can go anywhere now .
I ask you to pass through life at my side-to be my second self and best earthly companion .
I'll never again come to your side ; I am turn away now and can't return .
I like Indian food as well .
Would you please tell me about fringe benefits of the company ?
OK , we will pay insurances for employees after the probationary period .
What do they include ?
Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance .
That sounds great .
Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds .
The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund
Do you have other questions ?
I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year .
The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling .
That's quite good . Thank you for telling me about those .
How many pounds do you need ?
I would like four pounds of ground beef .
What kind of ground beef do you need ?
I would like the extra lean .
Let me go and get that for you .
Thank you very much .
No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now .
I appreciate that .
why ? You mean a lot to me .
why didn ' t you answer my question ?
what question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
you know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it .
Twenty dollars per dozen .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , that is today's sale price .
I'll take a dozen .
Is there anything else you'd like to get ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
It should be , but there are too many options . My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices , but after that ...
I know . You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country , a big school or a small school , a public or private school ...
Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low .
I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction . He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended .
Thanks for the information . And good luck in your college search .
He's Taipei's most famous calligraphy master ! Quick ! Get in line !
I will ! I could use some good luck !
OK , sir , yours will be ready in a few seconds .
I am not sure .
Well , you can have a look at our skirts hanging there .
Ok , thank you .
You are welcome !
Then you will be in line for a doom .
Maybe with the choice of life or death before you , you will find it easier .
May I see that x-ray again ?
See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs .
And that is what's causing my shortness of breath .
Look at it this way , when you quit , you will save money , time and your life !
Thanks . But it ' s necessary for me to buy a TV set .
Can I help you in anyway ?
You can take me to the bank if you want to .
Sure . Let ' s go .
I have no idea .
I recommend you this one . It's a very popular kind of coat-the most recent thing .
Well , it's good in style , but I am afraid it doesn't wash well .
I'm sure they'll be fine once you break them in .
I don't know ... well , I guess I'll take them , since you don't seem to have anything better .
Thank you , ma'am . It's been a pleasure doing business with you .
There were some gaps in your report . Please be more sorrow .
Yes , I overlooked some facts . I ' ll be more sorrow .
What's your plan ?
I don't know . Maybe next week . We haven't been to the Great Wall yet .
Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her .
All right .
Oh , it's a pity that you have to leave .
Thank you for a wonderful meal .
I'm glad you enjoyed it .
Yes , I am seven . I am a big girl now .
We will have a party here , right ?
Yes , come on , and we will have fun .
You certainly made a good impression on me as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Maybe you are right . But the major is not fit for me . I like architecture more than computers .
But this chance is really precious .
Well , I know . So I am thinking now .
I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By .
Thank you for your kindness . I will think about it carefully .
Indeed . He ' s strict with himself too .
Sorry , mum . I won't do it again .
You'd better remember your promise .
That's a hard time . The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
I have to be there before 1700 .
We'll make it except a jam . You know it's rush hour .
There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time .
I'll do my best .
Here's twenty dollars .
Do you have small bills ?
No . If you can't break it , keep the change . But can you give me a receipt ?
Here is your receipt . Thank you .
I've heard . She looks quite depressed .
Yes . They used to be joined at the hip .
I heard they were just married for 5 months .
Yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden .
You said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners .
Definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce .
We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners .
That's true . Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
In Boston .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Room 1419 . Here is my key .
Here is your bill , sir . Could you PLS check it ?
It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card .
Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again .
I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch .
The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him .
Thanks very much and goodbye !
They're four yuan per kilo .
Give me one kilo of those , please . Do you have any fresh plums ?
Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo .
It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here .
Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo .
Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos .
OK . It's 22 yuan
Here you are .
Why not ?
I wasn't feeling well .
Here they are .
Thanks a lot ; are these all the notes ?
Oh , no , this is the rest .
Thank you very much .
It's no problem at all .
No , dad . Can I go there to play ball ?
Watch out for strangers , and don't go too far away . Alright ?
I'm going to visit some relatives here for several months .
Do you have anything to declare ? Jewellery or cash ?
The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer .
Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ?
No , Sir , I did not .
A lot of people in my dorm are sick . Perhaps I picked it up there .
Did you take any cold medication ?
I ' Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest .
I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold .
My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold .
A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ' t work .
Yes , if I get worse , I will definitely look for extra help with this .
When do you expect him back ?
I'm not sure , he didn't say when he wound return . If you'd like . you can leave him a message until he is back to you until the moment it's free .
Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back .
Does he have your number ?
Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6
That was 5264453 6 , right ?
Yes , thank you very much .
You are welcome .
No , but we ' ll provide you with good businesses at the end of the year .
She never cares about others .
It ' s true . Guess what we were talking about last night .
Her new boyfriend , right ?
Yeah , how do you know about that ?
I was also interrupted by her last week because of such a thing .
Yes , I ' m going to take some university courses there .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it ' s probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I ' m a pretty cool guy ; I ' ll make friends . And I ' ll have a lot of extra-curricular activities too . You know , like fencing or theater or something .
I apologize , but the cable has been down lately .
Do you know when it is going to start working again ?
Give it a couple days , and it should be back on .
Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ?
Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit .
So I don't have to pay anything ?
You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again .
Okay , thank you very much for your help .
No problem . Thank you for being so understanding .
What ' s the problem ?
The machine says your card was declined .
It was ?
Do you have another card ?
That ' s my only one .
Maybe you can just pay in cash ?
No cash today .
I guess you won ' t be able to purchase these items today .
I ' ll come tomorrow with cash .
No , it's just a couple of minutes .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it about .
What should I do ?
Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two .
Sure and which one would you like ?
I ' ll try the vegetarian , please .
Yes . You sure have come a long way in valuing your hard earned dollars .
Thanks for not giving in to my childhood tantrums , mom .
But what are you going to do with that pig ?
I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money .
Who knows , maybe one day he will sit on the desk of a top CEO in a major corporation !
What's the problem ?
Two of my classes occur at the same time .
Well , I can see that's a problem .
Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ?
Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ?
I want to keep both of them , if that's possible .
Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day .
Thanks a lot .
That's true . But I am sorry I can't make an exception . We have quoted you our lowest price . We can't give you any more discounts .
Two blocks down the street .
She's a real turn-on our rights .
And look out she's dressed .
Yeah , I noticed . She must be really loaded .
No way . Her old man is rich . He buys her anything she wants .
Lucky her . Anyway , I think that is just as beautiful .
I think you've lost it .
Well , that's my opinion .
I admit that she is much prettier than Kate .
Oh , there is no comparison . Now we are talking but ugly .
At least we agree on that . Let's go and get a drink .
Well , I went to a seafood restaurant last night and I ate lots of oysters .
Hmm . It may be those then , especially if they were raw . Well , I ' ll give you these tablets and you should feel fine by tomorrow .
Ok . Thank you very much .
Yeah ? Which one was that ?
The one that said , You're a creep . From me you won't hear another peep . I hope you wreck your jeep .
Right . That one . Did it work ?
Yeah , definitely ! Thanks for inviting me .
My pleasure .
I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ?
A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece .
You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price .
Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day .
Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ?
Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you .
8 pm , that's fine with me .
Okay .
So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 .
Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night .
Ok , George . Bye !
Bye , Ann !
Mom , did you try the basket on your bicycle ?
Not yet . Let me see .
that dress looks lovely on you , but it ' s not very practical , is it ?
no , I don't have an plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just had to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It ' s casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ' s too plain on its own .
how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
that ' s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
thanks . You ' d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ?
no , they ' re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing .
that ' s even better than the real thing .
if I were you , I ' d buy that now while it ' s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes .
it ' s too bad I did all that shopping yesterday !
My birthday present ? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman , darling . I will come back soon . ( Go to her bedroom and wear the new dress , then show it to Steven . )
It fits me exactly . How does it look like ?
It displays your slender figure , darling .
The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style .
Because you are my dear wife .
Yes , I am going on a cross-country bike ride on vacation and want to make sure that I don ' t have any problems .
We are going to look at your heart and lungs , do a few blood tests , and see that your eyes , ears , and nose are all working as they should .
I ' Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ?
I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion .
That would be great . What is the blood test for ?
The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar .
I have been feeling great . I don ' t imagine that any of my tests will turn out badly .
Well . We ' re expecting about twenty-five people and we ' d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head .
What day is that ?
It's Friday .
Good . Where shall we meet ?
Of course . What do you want me to do ?
Just trim vegetables for cooking . I will cut up the meat .
I can do that . And I would like to make dumplings later .
Yeah , you are my good helper , Steven .
Absolutely .
I'm so sorry . I have no idea of it . I washed silk dress the first time . I'll buy a new one for you or I'll give you money .
That's all right . Please ask me if you don't know how to do something next time . You can keep the silk dress if you don't mind . I think it fits you .
It's very nice of you . I'll try my best to do my job well .
Thank you . I hope to hear from you as soon as possible .
Please send the next candidate in on your way out .
OK , good-bye .
Perfect . Our offer remains open for 3 days .
I don ' t need that long to make up my mind . If your prices are agreeable and if I can get the commission I want , I can place the order right away .
I ' m sure you ' ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ' t changed much .
I ' m glad to hear that . As I ' Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you .
We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ?
I ' m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ?
Certainly , I ' ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation .
Thank you very much .
The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and it lasted for two and a half hours .
Did the chairman ask for me ?
Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend .
All right . Have you handed in my report to him ?
Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies .
Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ?
No , they didn't . The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting .
Me either , but I ' m dealing with it anyway .
Really ? What's he been doing ?
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Actually , I could use some help . Thank you so much .
Don't worry about it .
Yeah . We are the VIP customers here . So , what do you want to eat today ?
I'd like to eat a hamburger and a bottle of coca-cola .
Hey , kid , that's wrong . It's a Chinese restaurant . Let's eat something traditional .
Then there is nothing particular I'd like to eat . Grandpa , what's your favorite here ?
The Chinese rice pudding . Your father loves it , too . You wanna try ?
Sure . Is it sweet ?
Yes , of course . But I think they can make you a salty one , too .
Great , I want it spicy .
Come on . Don's go too far .
I want it to be special . And you know that I always like hot food .
OK then . We shall ask them to put some red chilli on it .
I'm planning to return to China after graduation .
Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country ? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad .
Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment .
Yeah , China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country .
That's great . We should visit him some time .
Oh , just olives please . What music is this ?
Do you like it ? It's Irish music .
It's great ! Where did you get the CD ?
Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ?
Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ?
Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ?
Why not ? I'd love to !
All right , if there's no hold-ups .
She's alright .
Just alright ? ! ? She's hot !
Why don't you go talk to her ?
You think she's out of my league ?
Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all .
C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls .
Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation .
What do I talk about ?
It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that .
I don't know ...
Do you want me to go talk to her ?
No . Stay away from her .
If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will .
Ok already . I'll try .
Oh , no , never . What's the exact time you'd like us to call you tomorrow morning ?
Well , my train is due to take off at 7:25 a . m . I've no idea how long it'll take to drive to the railway station .
It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ?
OK , thank you .
It's a pleasure . Good night . Have a good sleep .
Very well , thank you . I ' m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12 , would you care to join us ?
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
The 1879 Large Dragon ? Are you serious ? How much ?
Hey ! I thought you weren't interested ! Sorry , I've gotta go ! I'm going to switch over to eBay and see if my bid is still the highest .
I will think about it .
Come on ! It is really a fun game .
$ 40 per night .
That sounds great .
Yes . We can do something else if you like .
OK . Dinner and a movie will be perfect .
Well . What time would you like me to pick you up ?
How about 7 o'clock ?
Good . I will see you then .
OK . Bye .
Bye .
I need to withdraw some money .
How much would you like to take out ?
I need to withdraw $ 300 .
Which account would you like to take the money from ?
I want to take it from my checking account .
Okay , here you go .
Thank you very much .
Can I do anything else for you ?
No . That ' ll be all .
Oh , Taylor ! I'm so ... so happy . But then ... who's that ?
Taylor Smith . But not me . The pallbearers are carrying out the casket . It would be rude to just leave . Let's follow .
Excellent job .
And I've checked the orders .
I'm very impressed .
And I've ordered the supplies .
Congratulations . You should be very proud of yourself .
I studied economics , I am especially interested in the economic development of China .
What course did you like best ?
I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work .
What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ?
I've taken courses on office administration , reports and correspondence writing . I think all these are closely related to the job of assistant manager , because it requires the ability to perform general office work and to assist the manager in handling all paperwork .
We have Honda , Citroen and Toyota . Which make and model do you prefer ?
I'll take the Citroen C2 . What is the rate for the car per day ?
The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ?
Full coverage , please .
That's an extra 10 euro a day .
Do I have to fill up when I check in ?
Yes .
I mean it ' s not his fault .
Oh , yeah ?
Yes . Don ' t you think he should be pitied rather than accused ?
Well , I doubt that .
It is so kind of you , Dad .
sure , you should prepare so that you can give proper response when you're being interviewed .
yeah , besides my personal introduction , what else should I prepare ?
you should collect as much information about the company and the position you're applying for as you can . It is important to show that you've done some research into the company . The interviewers Wil
then what should I do when I'm being interviewed ?
smile at the interviewers and look them in their eyes while trying to persuade them to select you . Try to act natural , let your personality , ability and interpersonal skills shine through the interview
are there any other things I should pay attention to ?
yeah , wear formal clothes to your interview and do be punctual . That'll leave your interviewers with a good first impression .
Is there anything that is smaller than electrons and protons ?
Of course there is . Things can be divided and broken down into indefinitely small parts if we can .
I really don't want to know about this . Physics gives me a headache .
I know . I can't help thinking about her . She's always on my mind .
Look , you can still learn a lot from watching television , you just need to be smart when you're watching . Filter the information and decide if you believe what you are hearing or not .
The internet's a lot worse .
Really ? Why ?
There's no one moderating it . Anyone around the world can put information onto the net for anyone else to see . The information on the internet is mostly unsubstantiated and you can never know who has written it , or why . A lot of people get conned online .
Again , you need to think carefully . If you don't trust others online , have nothing to do with them .
American Airlines has a flight leaving at 9:25 a . m .
I guess that's OK . What time should I check in ?
You have to be there two hours before departure time .
Margaret Mitchell .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
Maybe we should rethink our marketing strategy to include the possibility that our new line of cosmetics could be a big seller .
It's really too early to tell , but a lot is riding on the new products . If we don't do better after the product launch , we may have to go bankrupt .
Do you think it's that serious ?
Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep .
My goodness , I didn't realize it was that bad .
No , I am German . I live in Munich .
Really , I went to Munich last week .
And did you like it ?
Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well .
And where are you from , Jack ?
I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England .
What are you studying ?
I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian .
Oh , excellent . Why don't we talk in German for a while then ?
None , I guess . My only passion is on reading .
I think that an apartment with two rooms and a kitchen would suit your needs . I can introduce you to a place for rent near your school . The apartment is on the 7th floor , so it is very quiet and suitable for studying .
That sounds great !
You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities .
Thank you so much . That's very kind of you .
So I was told , yes . They gave me this book ?
Yes , that's a Current-all-in-one Passbook . That's what you need to get your salary .
What features do they offer ?
Well , if you just take a look here , see , with our chequing account , you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee , and our savings account has a higher interest rate , but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars .
I see , well , I think I ' m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money .
Alright , then , with this chequing account you ' ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that .
No , that won ' t be necessary .
In that case , I ' ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ' ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here we ' ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ?
Yes , I ' d like to deposit one billion dollars .
12,000 yuan a year , but you can't have visitors live in it .
OK . Would it be all right to look at the room first ?
Could you come back later ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
It must be very convenient and pretty quick .
Sure , but you must have access to the Internet .
What time shall we start ?
I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning .
Ok , then see you in sunday morning .
Geez ! What ' s the rush ?
Don ' t worry about it , just drive . Oh , no , the light is about to change . . . step on it !
Are you nuts ! I ' m not going to run a red light !
Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ' s take a side street . Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move !
What ' s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help !
Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ' ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ' s go , let ' s go ! Watch out for that lady !
I ' m going as fast as I can !
Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes .
You ' re such a geek !
This TV is $ 2500 .
You can't be serious .
That's how much this t . v costs .
That's too expensive for me .
This television is of very high quality .
You can't go down on the price ?
By how much ?
I'll buy it for $ 2000 .
I'm sorry , but the price is final .
I want a single breasted suit . Here is the cloth .
Thanks , I appreciate that !
I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement .
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything bout ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly .
No . But I am going to apply for some vocational schools . I like fashion design and want to study it .
I am glad you can study something you really like !
Can I get it duty-free ?
Sure , if you show me your passport .
It's not the latest model , is it ?
No , it isn't . That's why it's such a bargain .
Oh , certainly .
And also tell me how to use other switches .
Yes , it's very interesting .
Can you teach me ?
Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this .
Let me try . Oh , I missed !
Throw the ball up high .
High ?
Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball .
Oh ! I hit it .
Well done !
Thank you . I think I like playing it .
I don't like it . I am not used to this kind of 9 to 5 work hours . Above all , I hate talking to those poker faces everyday .
Well , you have to take the bad with the good .
I guess so . I am badly off and I need this job .
Well , to be honest , I mostly use Sarah Winter products now . But I'm not happy with them . So I would like to change companies .
Well , you made a good choice . Coming to us , I mean . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige .
The color I use now is rose . How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle .
In this size , we sell it for 53 . 95 .
Wow ! That's expensive .
What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients . It is a very high quality product .
I understand . I need some mascara too . Do you have a good thickening mascara ?
Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes .
Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart I can look at ?
We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ?
Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first .
I can help you with that .
Thank you .
In 1978 . I went to college here .
Oh . What was your major ?
Drama . I was an actor for five years after college .
That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ?
Because I needed the money . And because I was good at it . Look ! What do you think ?
But the Brazilian is tougher .
I don't want cheese on it .
Did you want anything to drink ?
I think I'm going to get a soda today .
What kind of soda can I get you ?
A Sprite sounds good .
What else would you like ?
Let me get a bag of chips too .
Anything else ?
That's all .
I'm sorry . That's too bad . Who is it ? Who got the job , I mean ?
Someone called Drexler . Carl Drexler . He's been with the company onlytwo years . I've been here longer . And I know more about the job , too
Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ?
Because I'm the wrong sex , of course !
You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ?
Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair .
What sort of clothes does he wear ?
A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ?
Perhaps that had something to do with it .
You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ?
It's possible , isn't it ?
Do you really think I should wear different clothes ?
Well . . . perhaps you should think about it .
Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ?
I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all !
Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing !
Hmm . Perhaps it should be the only important thing . But it isn't . Not in this company .
That one , the one that says , " Mail . "
Oh , no . What did I do ? It ' s asking me for a password .
Don ' t worry . See where it says , " New User " ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
How can I join it ?
There will be an information session about the Students ' Union this Tuesday . You can apply for it then .
OK , thank you .
Thanks a lot . Good bye .
OK . No problem .
As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time .
But it's said that you dance wonderfully well .
Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ?
No . Just occasionally .
What are your favourite dances ?
I love rumba and waltz .
How about samba ?
To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast .
Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ?
OK . See you then .
See you then .
Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
well , to be honest with you , Chinese food is really different from western food .
are you used to the food here ?
I'm not really used to it yet .
what's your favorite Chinese dish ?
like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day .
have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ?
I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks .
you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression .
that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food .
if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes .
that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat !
if you haven't tried Beijing duck yet , I'd like to treat you to a meal at a famous duck restaurant near Qianmen . It would be a pity if you left without tasting it !
Well , let me take a look at my grade book . How do YOU think you are doing ?
I think I am doing great , except for that one test !
Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ?
I think that I could study a little harder for tests .
Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin .
Yes , I know .
I'm sure you'll do fine .
I guess I should just withdraw everything .
215,000 RIB is the exact balance . If you could just sign your name here .
Here you go . That's everything , then . Thanks very much for your service over the years .
I don ' t suppose you could .
I have much time . I suppose it can be done .
I ' ll be glad if you would .
Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly . It can stop quickly .
Hey , just watch out for cops or you ' re gonna end up in the slammer . You know you tend to go fast ?
Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks .
Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car .
Cut out , would you ?
You are , why not ask for a date ?
I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the morning of October 6th .
All right .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is $ 100 per night .
What services come with that ?
For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day .
That sounds not bad at all . I'll take it .
Oh , I'm not sure . What's the difference ?
Well , the standard card has a lower credit limit , that's 20,000 RIB , whereas with the platinum card you can have a credit limit of 80,000 RIB .
Why such a big difference ?
It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card .
My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ?
Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts .
That's great ; my health club membership is about to expire .
No wonder you always look so active .
All right .
Now , hand me the hammer and those nails , please .
Yes , here you are .
There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight .
Well , it's straight , but it's upside down I'm afraid .
There you are . As you can see , the maturity isn't up yet .
You do realise that you must pay a 0 . 2 % charge for premature cancellation , right ?
Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that .
Unfortunately , yes . You see , this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago , but not over two years . So , you will have to pay . I'm sorry about that .
That will be Monday , December 2nd . We need to start loading the buses half an hour early , so plan to arrive at 7 .
Yes , I will be there on time .
We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ?
Yes , someone is coming to get me .
The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m .
What should we bring with us ?
I am going to post all of that information on the geology club web page . Check it out when you get a chance . See you Monday !
Sure . At present one dollar is equal to 6 . 4392 yuan . How many dollars would you like to change ?
500 dollars , please .
Please wait for a moment ... Now here is your Chinese currency . See if it's right . It's 3,220 yuan . Please keep this exchange memo . You may need it for converting when you leave China .
OK . Thank you for your help . That's very nice of you .
It's my pleasure .
No , I don't .
Of course not . I really did lose track of time .
Didn't I tell you to call when you're running late ?
Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call .
It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know .
That's true . My bad for not calling .
If you do this again , don't even bother coming home .
You're going to kick me out over this ?
Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules .
Well , if I'm not living here anymore , then I won't have to listen to your rules .
Was I ? Sorry , I didn'y mean to be . I do apologize .
And why are you yarning now ? Are you bored ?
Forgive me darling . I'm very tired .
No , I think the music is too fast .
How about the words of the song ?
It sounds nice .
I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings .
Yes , I think so . It's very emotional .
Of course , and I also like the rhythms .
Full of energy and hope .
Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying .
Certainly it is . It's worth an Academy Award .
Ok , someone will be there by 12:15 .
What are your rates ?
It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile .
I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ?
No , I'll send a larger vehicle to pick you up .
But now I want to make a change . Please cancel this flight and transfer me to flight GB105 .
Excuse me , sir . Flight GB105 is one to Milan , are you sure of your change ?
Yes .
Would you please look at the five routes ?
Well , the route 5 is really charming . Must I make a reservation ?
Yes , right now it's the busy season .
Oh , sorry . But do you want to change it for another one ?
No , thank you .
When did you start worrying about your weight ?
I'm not . I just don't feel like drinking whole milk today . Why ? Do you think I'm fat ?
No , Jess , chill out !
I'm not positive if it does or not .
Is this the right bus , or not ?
I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one .
Where are we ? This is not Altadena .
I know , and we've been on the bus forever .
Tell me what the street signs say .
Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City .
Next time , I'll look for the bus myself .
Well , now I know the bus that'll take us back .
Let's just hope it doesn't get cold again .
Waiter !
Yes , sir . I'll bring your drink right away .
It's not that . There's an animal in my soup .
Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away .
I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service .
I'm really sorry .
I'd like to , but I'm tied up with my paper .
Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat .
Adam Smith .
Alright , what's your address ?
56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles .
When would you like your account closed ?
Next Friday .
Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ?
14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles .
Alright , We'll take care of that .
I ' m working at the polling place .
I didn ' t know you were working there this year .
I work at the polling place every year .
How did you get that job ?
I signed up for it online .
That ' s really cool .
It ' s a very cool job .
Do they pay you a lot ?
They pay well enough .
That's as it should be . When will it be paid in and credited to our account ?
It's already credited to your account .
I don ' t need it anymore .
What would you like to do with all the money in this account ?
Just transfer it over to my remaining account .
I can do that .
That would be great .
Do you want to take any money out ?
Not today .
It ' s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account .
That ' s fine . Take your time .
Let me see . Look ! You confused the video frequency with the audio frequency .
I'm too careless .
Can it work now ?
No .
So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk .
It's a new disk .
Give it to me .
Here you are .
Uh , the movie of Tom Hanks . I know why it can't play . This is a DVD disk .
OK , I'll have it for change .
Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear .
Alrighty then . Didn't you use to date Sheryl ?
Sweet little lassie . Yep , broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy .
Oh ? I heard she dumped you . Anyway , she's right over there . Oh , Sheryl !
Any time is all right , except Sunday .
How about ten o'clock tomorrow ?
OK . I'll tell her .
Then how about the expenses during the trips ?
The company will pay all the expenses .
Would you tell me where we often travel ?
Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on .
It's great ! I like these places .
And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ?
Yes , I can .
After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on .
I see .
You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances .
OK . Thank you very much for telling me all these things .
Don't be so irritable . I just don't understand the program , that's all .
All right , I will explain it to you later on . Now scram .
Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want .
That's exactly what I want , thank you .
And how much is payable in each instalment ?
You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due .
Well , as far as I can see , the advantages outweigh the disadvantages . You've sold me ! I'd like to go ahead .
I'd love to try some snacks .
( Later ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Supper !
I will . Thank you .
It sounds as if you have a virus .
What do you think I should do ?
I'll give you something . I want you to take it easy and come back in a couple of days .
Well , I hope it's comfortable enough for you .
I think I'm going to like it here .
You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use .
Wow , I have my own bathroom !
Kind of . It leads to my bedroom .
We share the same bathroom , in other words .
Don't you see I'm trying my best ?
You're right . If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that .
It's the funniest movie that I've ever seen .
That's true . It is a very funny movie .
You've seen it before ?
Yes , I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters .
Didn't you laugh through the whole movie ? I did .
Me too . That movie brought tears to my eyes .
Mine too .
I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it .
Sure , let's go .
I ' m afraid he didn ' t leave one .
Running a farm would be totally different to you current job .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Oh , you mean palm reading 5 . I've seen that before , but I don't believe in it .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Hey !
How would you like it ?
Ten hundreds and ten twenties , and the rest in small change , please .
OK . Here you are .
I doubt it .
But I heard it might rain .
Thank you . I have an appointment with an important client at 10
Don't worry , you'll be there plenty of time . That is it . 7 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you . here ' s 10 $ , just give me 1 $ back , please .
Why is that ?
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
But he is not a fine wether friend who could sell you down the river .
You cannot judge a person that way . I have a hunch that he is a sly dog .
Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him .
You can never tell . He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it .
Do you have the eggs with the red yolk ?
Sorry , madam . We have stopped selling those kinds of eggs for a week .
Why ?
You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer .
Oh , My God ! That's terrible .
Yes , so they are no longer being sold .
Then give me the ordinary ones .
Yes , I will . I hope I'll enjoy working with you .
I am interested in science fiction .
I'm afraid not . I'm sick . I have a fever but I'm cold , and I threw up earlier .
Oh , man . I hope you get to feeling better .
I would feel better if you came over and took care of me .
OK , then . I'll be there in a minute .
( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ?
I'm in the bathroom .
What took you so long ?
Gross . Diarrhea ?
It's not so bad .
OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you .
It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax .
Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time .
Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order .
Are you sure you want to go ?
To the restroom ? I have no choice .
That will be good .
Sorry , Becky can ' t come to the phone right now .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
Laura .
Do you like this place ?
I don ' t think it ' s very nice . And my father doesn ' t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here .
How often ?
Well , we come here almost every month .
Who ' s that ?
It ' s my mother . She ' s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father .
Do you like swimming ?
No , I hate swimming . I prefer playing tennis .
She knows how to speak Spanish and Japanese .
Wow ! ! !
And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball .
That's terrific !
But there's one thing she's not good at .
What's that ?
She's not good at remembering things . We have a date , and she's an hour late ! !
And my new car . To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car . That's what hurts me most .
What's so terrible too , is the fools we've made of ourselves .
I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us .
I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ?
And his story didn't even hold together . I feel such an idiot .
By the way , hold your bag in case you vomit .
Yep . If you are a good singer , your audience will feel comfortable , right ?
I can not agree with you more . And if you are an awful one , that will be funny .
I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter .
Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ?
So tricky !
I know , I know . Kill , or die , right ?
Right . The faint of heart should not apply .
I really feel sorry for that rhumba boy if he ever identifies himself .
So do I .
well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me .
how many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t
how many bedrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
how would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b
how many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
But you ' re crazy about him ?
Yes , I am .
Why don ' t you run off with him ? What are you waiting for ?
I don ' t actually know him .
Really ?
I only know him through the ... you are not gonna believe this .
Oh , let me guess . Through the internet ?
Yes .
Hmm . You ' Ve got mail .
I major in Japanese .
What do you think of the literature course ?
It's very helpful . The course has let me into a new world of literature . I read so many great literatures .
You're welcome ! By the way , you'd better booked in the Internet or the telephone next time and then you kow whether there are rooms available or not .
I see , thank you very much !
Smoking is harmful for your health .
I know . I ' ll try to give it up .
I know .
Did we miss our stop ?
I'm not sure .
Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ?
I don't know . We may have missed our stop .
Are you serious ?
Yeah , we did miss it .
I can't catch the bus with you anymore .
Sorry .
That is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
I know ! He just made history !
You voted for him , right ?
I did . Did you ?
I voted for him .
I am so happy that he is our new President !
So am I .
I hope that he brings change to America .
I have faith in him .
I have faith in our new President .
OK , maybe you can try this one on . It's yellow .
Overdraft fees .
You will be required to pay a small fee for every time you overdraft .
How much is the fee ?
You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft .
That ' s a small fee ?
It should stop you from overdrafting .
You would think it would , but it most likely won ' t .
Can I help you with anything else ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
See you .
Glad to meet you , Wang Lin . I am Mary .
Is this your first time in Beijing ?
Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred .
Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me .
Great . I would like that .
We're busy on weekdays , but we'll have a good rest at the weekend .
We'll meet again in a few days .
He's checking bags . He ' s an official in the customs .
The volume is too loud . Would you kindly turn it down a little bit ?
Yes . I think it is now a moderate volume .
No . The front seat folds down all the way so there's just enough space for the skis ...
But not enough space for me ?
Not unless you lose about 100 pounds ...
Billy ...
Really ? In New Berlin ?
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a " tornado watch . " That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a " watch . "
And the second stage is called a " tornado warning " .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a " tornado warning " . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean " a loud train " ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
that's nice . What do they have you doing over there ?
well , I work in the marketing department . The corporate culture is totally different from my last employer . Before , when I was assigned a task , I was totally on my own but here most of the work is don
that ' s really good . It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work .
indeed . Team work is highly valued in this new company . I like our boss too . He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation . He's highly respected by all his employees .
that's great , that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees . I wish my boss was like that .
true , take my former supervisor as an example . He was extremely controlling and overbearing . He always had to micromanage everything .
well , now you don't have to worry about that . This new place sounds really good .
yeah it is .
Oh , no .
Yes , and the driver didn't speak any English or Chinese and he didn't have a phone on him-can you believe it ? - and his radio didn't work . So there was no way he could get in touch with the office to get them to send another taxi .
So what did you do ?
Well , I actually thumbed a lift .
You what ?
Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport .
Wow , good for you .
Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight .
Oh , no !
Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok .
You really have bad luck , don't you ?
Seems like it .
She wished good luck to you .
The Dai people are enthusiastic .
Yes .
Sure .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
That'll be ¥ 150 .
My reason for leaving is that I wish to get into the advertising business .
What have you learnt from this short experience ?
I've learnt a lot about business knowhow . I got to know what kind of knowledge was needed in my future work .
So they're easy to remember .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
I'm afraid I haven't got enough money on me .
You can come later .
What's the time now ?
It's half past seven .
I want to know at what time you close .
We offer 24 - hour service .
Oh , that's great ! Thank you .
Exactly .
My boss promised to pay me double time .
Yes , I liked math in school .
We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures . Do you like meeting the public ?
Yes , I enjoy working with people .
We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ?
Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ?
Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn .
That's good answer . I appreciate your being frank .
Looks good .
Would you like a shave ?
No , thanks .
Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming .
Thank you .
Let me have a look . Everything I do I do it for you ,  Unchained melody ,  My heart will go on . Oh , and I ' d like to try Everything I do I do it for you .
Let me play it for you .
Is it easy to locate it ?
It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well .
I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn .
I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English .
That's really my pleasure to listen to a Chinese song .
No thanks , I'm not thirsty .
Dinner will be ready at six . Are you hungry ?
Not really .
Oh . Did you pick up the suits from the cleaners ?
Yes I did .
Good . Are you going to the pub tonight ?
Yes . I'll be back at the same time as usual .
Well , what is the operator's number ?
543210 .
Fine . Thank you .
OK , just a little though . I'm really full .
Oh . Would you like some soup instead ?
What kind is it ?
Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ?
No . This is my first time . How does it taste ?
It's good , try it . What do you think ?
Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ?
Yes .
You're a really good cook .
Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us .
That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ?
No , I learned by myself . I have a good cook book that I read when I have time .
How about you see a movie with me and my friend ?
What movie are you and your friend planning on watching ?
Not sure . Is there a movie out that catches your eye ?
No good movies come to mind .
Have you decided whether or not you would like to go ?
No , thanks . Maybe another time .
For sure another day .
Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ?
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
I will also need your driver's license ; hand me the filled-out form , please .
OK , the form is all filled out .
Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ?
No , I have no idea what they are .
Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout .
Yes , right .
Great ! You are all set to enjoy the library .
I'd just like a trim and don't make it too short .
How about the sides ?
A little trimming , please . Trim a little more above the ears .
Nasty . You'd better not rub your eyes .
I won't .
And you'd better not cry or you'll have black streaks running down your face .
No , quite the opposite . I thought I'd never stop falling down . Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better .
I see . Do you ski often ?
Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night .
That sounds great .
Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ?
Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg
Don't be so frightened . It's just a skill .
Of course . And I have also packed two umbrellas just in case of raining .
You are so thoughtful . Do you think our tent will be working well ?
Of course . I just bought it last year .
What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ?
Yes , I did . Don't worry .
Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us .
Yes . You think a lot , too .
I ' m kind of useless in that area , but I ' ll take a look at it .
Ah , thanks .
Yes . I thought it was excellent . Didn't you ?
Not really . I thought it was disappointing .
It's a nice cinema , isn't it ?
Do you think so ? I don't like it very much . I found it rather uncomfortable .
We must keep developing our economy and unite with other developing countries to fight against it .
You need to go to the Allied Irish Bank which is near the local shopping centre , Dunned Stores .
How do I get there . I have no knowledge of this area .
Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left .
It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ?
It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish .
Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ?
You will be going northwards . You are now in the the Western part of the city and the Allied Irish Bank is situated in the North East . Here's a rough sketch of the area .
He's diving for the gold .
Yes . I bought it in Johnson thrift store .
Is it a used one ?
Yes , it is .
Oh , I don't think I will buy a used sofa even it looks so attractive .
She usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No . 5 . But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance .
OK , here are some of our most popular perfumes .
Which one would you recommend ?
Personally , I quite like the new perfume from Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ?
That smells great . I'll take one bottle , please .
Would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
It's OK . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I don't know what shade to buy .
How about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of lipstick .
She doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big .
How about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger .
No , thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is .
I know what she would like-some whitening cream .
No thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , not lighter .
Will that be all then ?
That will be all . You've been very helpful , thanks .
Exactly , if we accept these it could cause a lot of problems in our record and our accounts system because the numbers don't match .
Yes , I see what you mean . You need to reject these documents .
Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ?
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space , all this takes time you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB
You can rest assured of that .
Oh , I see .
Next time , you can get one from the counter over there . Or before you come in , you can download one from our website . It's really easy .
I ' d like to speak with Mr . Robert Smith .
He is on the line .
Wang Wei , Room 1202 .
OK , Mr . Wang , here is your bill . The total amount is US $ 120 .
The figure seems right .
How do you wish to settle your account , sir ?
By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ?
We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa .
Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are .
Thank you . Would you sign here , please ? Here's your receipt .
How much longer will Mr . Schmidt be up in the mountains ?
He's on a weeklong meditation retreat and won't be back until this weekend .
We want to make this a trial order . If we can sell all the products in two months , we will pay for them ; if not , we will send them back to you .
I can't agree to that . My company will have to pay for both sending them and bringing them back .
We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality .
OK , I agree . But the repeat order can't have the same terms .
Not too good yet . Better than I was though .
Seeking plum blossoms with stepping on the snow ? That's a good idea . Let's go !
What a heavy snow !
Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground .
I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much .
Yes . Very wonderful .
Do you smell the sweet scent ?
Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms .
The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the hard coldness .
OK . I'll go right now . By the way , do you think I ' ll have to stay in the hospital for long ?
It's hard to say . It depends on your recovery condition . But you need to stay for at least one day for observation .
Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye .
Bye !
But Day . I'm not sleepy .
Well , honey . Turn off the light , lie down and go to sleep .
Hmm ... Vanilla Ice ? I know his most famous song , " Ice Ice Baby , " but I don't know his other songs .
That's OK . You can buy his songs on iTunes and listen to them .
Oh , darn . Look what I've done . ( Spill the drink )
Don't worry . I'll make you another on the house .
That ' s a good idea . You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job .
I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die .
I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension .
That ' s one of the conditions of my policy too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire .
Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy ?
Yes , I did . It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy . The insurance company need to assess the risk .
Double-room , please . It's for an American couple .
Hold on , please . Let me check the bookings . Yes , we have double-rooms available . What kind of room would you like , sir ?
I'd like a room with a nice view , please .
We have a nice garden-view room .
Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ?
Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning .
Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ?
888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . " Northern Star " buffet ! What's there arriving time ?
They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday .
I see . May I have your name and phone number ?
Yes . 6710121 3 . Benjamin .
Well , honestly speaking , I went to watch it out of curiosity . I ' d say it ' s really a special art form .
I couldn ' t agree more . Actually , I ' m a Beijing Opera fan .
Really ? Good for you .
Yes , that's fine . My credit is good ; I banked at my former bank for many years .
May I ask why you decided to switch your account to us ?
Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy .
We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin .
I have everything right here . I'll let you go through that and come back . I'd like to have a good read of your materials to make sure I make the right choice .
Yes . Do you know where it is ?
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
They're from Schnitt's of Rudesheim , Germany . Would you like us to check them ?
What's the charge for that ?
It's 150 RIB for the service .
That seems pretty reasonable . Thanks .
Well , I can try , what do you need ?
You were there when the problem started . I was hoping you could fill me in on the details .
Sure , no problem . But I need something from you .
Name it .
I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready . Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ?
All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem .
That works for me .
Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office .
Here's a print out of the study , and this is a disc with the full report on it . The file name is product study , this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it .
Sometimes you can save money and you can find things that you had difficulty finding in a store . sometimes it's just convenient , like doing it late at night and sometimes it's just fun .
The idea of doing it at night is interesting . Maybe I'll try it some day .
I like rumba and tango .
Great . I am not interested in Chinese chess . It is too difficult for me .
You can learn Chinese checkers or military chess . Both of them are much easier .
OK , I will try . As for stamp , don't you think it is an expensive hobby ?
Yes , it is . But it is full of fun and knowledge . What about you , what do you like to do as hobby ?
I like gardening . I take care of them everyday . I like those flowers and the swing in my garden . If the weather is nice , I would like to lie on the lawn .
Sounds pleasant .
A minute , please . It's 6212 yuan all together . Tax included .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ?
Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ?
Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ?
Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock .
Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir .
Thank you .
Fine , thanks . And you ?
Oh , not so bad . I've been very busy , but I'm going away on holiday soon .
Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . .
New house ? Really ?
Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ?
Well , that depends . When is it ?
This Saturday evening .
Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ?
Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long . Well ? What about it ?
All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house . What would you like ?
Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary .
But I'd still like ...
Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time !
Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ?
Come any time after eight . All right ? .
Yes . Oh . by the W ..
Bye ! See you on Saturday evening .
Wait a moment , Mick . You haven't . . . Mick ? Are you still there ? You haven'tgiven me your new address . Hello ? Mick ? Hello ?
That's hard to say ... I think Ottawa is prettier . It has better sightseeing , too . A lot of museums and galleries .
And what's Montreal like ? What did you think of it ?
Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping . The stores are cheaper and more interesting .
Which one has better nightlife ?
Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs . They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada .
Well , I've always wanted to see Vancouver . I've heard it has the most beautiful views .
What about that one ?
This one ? This one is so light I can barely read it . How can that be ?
You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem .
Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable !
I guess the fax machine is out of paper , too . Don't worry , I'll have someone look at it this afternoon , and in the meantime , I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine .
I can just trade with him , thank you .
And pancakes for you , sir .
I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles .
I am sorry that I misheard you .
Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs .
I will get straight back to you with your waffles .
I would appreciate that .
I'm serious , Zina . Back off . I have a bottle of pepper spray in my pocket .
That won't be necessary , Elvin . Look , I want to apologize for your nose . I'm sorry .
Why are you being so nice to me ? Don't think for a second that I trust you .
How about making a teriyaki bowl ?
Can you tell me how to make it ?
All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice .
Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ?
All you have to do is cook some white rice .
What do I do after that ?
Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce .
What else do I have to do ?
All that's left is to cook it .
Me what ?
You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual .
It's not for us .
Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair !
Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang .
What was that again ?
It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help .
I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help .
Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking .
I'll get knee to knee with her .
Good boy . I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you .
Yes . I ' Ve heard that people in your country like to eat lamb chops .
That ' s right . They taste so good . We eat them with mint sauce . Have you ever tried them ?
Yes , I have . I tried them when I visited your country last year . I thought they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
I certainly can . If I can get some from the butchers , I ' ll cook them for you .
That sounds great . I ' ll boring a bottle of wine .
I ' m at the end of tether . I run out of ideas .
She's a lawyer .
Is she American ?
No , but she speaks English fluently .
She's really tall . Do you know her ?
Yes , I know her . We're friends .
Who's that man standing next to her ?
Which man ?
That short guy on her right . What's his name ?
Oh , that's Matt .
He's really good looking .
Yeah .
Do you know him ?
I don't know him , but I think my sister does .
Is he married ?
Yes , he's married .
I remember now . I met him before .
He is finishing up a special continue education program for executives . He can continue working , taking a few of classes here and there , and in 2 years he will complete his MBA .
Sounds like a tiring schedule . He ' s probably got a lot of homework too , eh ?
The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him .
Why is that ?
He just has his secretary do his homework for him .
You didn't see it ?
I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it .
That's true . Those bushes are a problem .
I swear that I didn't mean to run it .
I can understand why you didn't stop for it .
Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ?
Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning .
Thanks a lot .
No problem . Next time , just pay closer attention .
I'm sorry to have kept you waiting . Mr . Jones needs a telephone call from you .
Would you bring the message to my room ?
I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment .
Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately .
OK . We wait for you .
No , what ?
He had his car stolen . Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car .
What do you mean ?
Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in .
Crikey . Where did this happen ?
In Taichung , I think .
Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there .
Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car .
So what happened ?
Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing .
That's terrible .
Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ?
So what happened next ?
Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away .
Well , he sure was lucky .
I'll say .
Stop producing cigarettes .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
As a rule , we don't allow any commission . However , as an encouragement for businesses , we will allow you a 3 % commission .
Ok . How about the earliest possible shipment ?
By the coming September .
Could you make an offer on FOB basis ?
Certainly !
You're right . I have to get up early to go to work tomorrow .
Let's see how much the bill is .
Don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat .
What are you talking about ? We'll split the bill .
No , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't .
No way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill .
Alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill .
That's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk .
Just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ?
You've got a deal .
Great . Bye .
Bye .
Allow me to apologize . I'll give you another room right now , and a full refund for tonight .
Thank you for not asking me to collect the roaches in a jar as evidence .
Sir , only your mother wants to please you more than we do .
I couldn't agree with you more .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
I'd like to , but I'm afraid I can't .
Why ? Do you have to prepare for your examination ? Oh , come on , girl , relaxation is also very important .
That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week .
Oh , God , I've forgotten it .
You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you .
Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you .
They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot .
Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ?
It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us .
So you just talk all the time ?
Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us .
That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening .
You won't be disappointed .
Do you have a cold ?
No . Worse than that . I have a flu . I'm in bed with a fever .
Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ?
I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it .
I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ?
Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon .
Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ?
Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out . Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that .
Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ?
I'm not sure yet . Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think .
It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside . Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep .
Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup . Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it .
That bad , huh ?
Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever .
Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley .
Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon .
Hope you feel better .
Me , too .
Do you like sports , Janice ?
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Good , which job is that ? We advertised several openings .
Oh ! It was for a market sale manager . Is that still available ?
Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ?
What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ?
We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application .
Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them .
I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone .
So you're a headhunter .
We're an Employment Agency .
I like it .
Yeah . He told me that he has passed over in the election of monitor .
No sweat . It ' s a piece of cake .
Are you sure ?
Absolutely . I ' m a great mechanic .
Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it .
Anytime .
Are you sure ?
Yes , I'm sure I've done a lot of house painting in my life . And my mother was very picky . If I got even a tiny drop of paint on her furniture , she would get furious . So I learned to be very careful .
Alright . Then maybe we can do the floor first . These wood floors under this carpet are beautiful . And me too -- -- I can't wait to get all this old carpet out of here . But how can we get it out ? Do we have to hire someone ?
Absolutely not . We can remove the carpet ourselves . Carpet is held down with carpet nails . You just need to pull it hard and it will come up .
Great . Then , after we remove the carpet , we need to redo all the wood floors . Right ?
Yes . But we should hire someone for that . That will probably be expensive . And it has to be done right .
And then , after the floors are done , we can start to move our furniture in .
Sure . If we can get an appointment with someone to do the floors , we should probably be able to have the furniture in here after a week or so . I can get all the carpet out this weekend .
I ' m very well , Thank you . And you ?
I ' m fine , thanks . How is Tony ?
He ' s fine , Thanks . How ' s Emma ?
She ' s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you .
Nice to see you , too , Steven . Goodbye .
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly . The water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . ( After checking ) I ' ll turn to it right away . I do apologize . We ' ll change your room to 2002 .
That ' s not bad . Thanks for your help .
It ' s my pleasure , Madam .
Yes , you need the traveler ' s check but you needn ' t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ' t need them .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
career path ? I'm not sure .
what kind of job do you want after graduation ?
I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ...
wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ?
I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ?
yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal .
I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career .
no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working
thank you so much for your advice . I'll think it over .
I don't think it can be avoided , to be honest .
perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work .
I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good .
it would be better for the environment , too .
I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city .
taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well .
the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car .
well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides .
that's true . I could certainly use the exercise !
so , are you going to quit driving to work then ?
yes , it's not good for me or for the environment .
You like it , huh ?
Who wouldn't ? Wow , that's out of this world .
It is special , isn't it ?
Yeah , too cool . How much did they sold you for ?
Lots . Looks like I'll have to moonlight for the next two years .
I can imagine .
Hey , let's go for a spin . You can try it out .
I'd love to .
Ok , let's go .
Yes , certainly . Here you are .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Here is the menu . Take your time .
Inbreeding is a big drawback from snitching most of their employers from one or two companies .
With Susan leaving , we should probably look to someone new on board .
Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people .
Maybe we should start shopping around the competitors people .
But the Brazilian is tougher .
I'm glad to help you . But what is it you want to ask about ?
I am worried about the meeting this morning .
Why ? I think the meeting went well .
Really ?
Yes . But what are you worried about ?
I'm afraid I was too rude .
Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ?
Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry .
I understand . But really you weren't rude at all . You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that .
Really ?
Yes .
But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that .
You mean because you are a woman ?
Yes . And he is the president of the company .
Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond . He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all . He appreciates people for their ideas . And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women .
I am very happy to hear that , Karen . It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company .
I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs .
Good . Thank you for telling me this .
Any time . If you have a good idea , don't be afraid to speak up . This is a company that appreciates initiative .
One thousand U . S . dollars .
One thousand U . S . Mm hmm . And are you going to pay cash ?
Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account .
All right . Now can I have your passbook ?
Right . Here it is .
Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ?
Mm . In hundreds , please .
Short messages will be kept in the short messages center . Once they open the handsets they will receive them , which is better than you can't find them .
Why haven't I thought of this skill ?
I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge .
I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ?
I almost can't live without messages , from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations .
Yeah , they can enjoy themselves in the day time and it is not so hot .
Honey , how about taking them to the beach this weekend ?
That's great !
Since last time we've climbed the mountain , we haven't gone out for a long time .
And this kind of weather is rare for the season either .
Yes , I remember last year this time , the weather is so hot .
So we must seize this chance to go the beach .
Daniel loves the beach very much !
He will enjoy himself this weekend .
Okay , I ' ll ask my plumber to come by and fix it today . What else ?
One of the burners on the stove doesn ' t work .
What ' s the matter with it ?
I can ' t control the temperature .
I ' ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ?
Well , there ' s one more thing . The telephone is dead .
I ' m sorry . There ' s nothing I can do about that . You ' Ve got to call the phone company .
Okay . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
A medium is fine for me .
How about this one ?
I don ' t like the color .
What color do you like ?
Blue .
How about that one ?
Yes . It ' s nice . Can I try it on ?
Sure . There is a changing room behind you .
Thank you . I ' ll be right back .
I think first of all for first-time students , coming and living on campus in dormitories can provide a certain level of security .
Anything else ?
Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus .
I will think over your advice .
Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck !
I really appreciate your help .
how did you feel when you graduated ?
it was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
what did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
it was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
how could it be ?
while seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
you didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
You should have , but have you seen any movies lately ?
That was an odd change of subject .
Maybe it was , but answer the question .
No , not recently .
I want to go to see a movie this weekend .
What's stopping you then ?
I don't want to go alone .
So , will you be at school tomorrow ?
No , I want to go to the movies instead .
that's true . Cycling is good for our environment , too . Let me just get my helmet then .
is your helmet comfortable ?
not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
is that your new bicycle ?
yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
it's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
that's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
it's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
Oh , it's fantastic .
Where did you go ?
On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto .
What did you think of Tokyo ?
Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too .
Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds !
And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive .
And how about Kyoto ?
Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens . It ' s a very historic city .
How was the weather ?
I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October . It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity .
Sounds perfect . I can't wait !
I'm so sorry , but rules are rules .
OK , I'll just check out a few other stores .
I'm sorry I couldn't help you .
It's me . I have studied make-up at a beauty shop .
Can you teach me how to do make-up ?
Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes .
What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ?
I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls .
How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ?
I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips .
How did you grow such long nails ?
You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time .
That ' s all right . Thank you all the same .
He is too unpredictable . He says anything that pops into his head . And then he forgets it all .
That's great . I thought you said you didn't get the job .
I thought I did bad on the interview , but I guess I was wrong . I'm so happy right now .
I bet . That's great news . I'm very happy for you .
Thanks . I feel like celebrating . Let's go have a beer . It's on me .
Sounds good .
OK . I hope you have a good trip . Thanks ever so much for your cooperation , Mr . Simpson . Give my best wishes to Mr . Green .
OK , I will . Goodbye and remember to look me up if ever you're in Paris .
Goodbye and all the best .
OK , bye for now !
Bye .
Yeah , I got home around two .
No . But the contract stipulates that I will teach 22 hours a week . Will you have thatmany classes for me right away ?
No , probably not . For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours .
But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month . Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours .
I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract . For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach . When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect . Is that alright with you ?
Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ?
I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs . We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us . We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient .
I can accept that .
Good . And your benefits will begin immediately .
Even my health insurance ?
Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow . And your free membership in the club starts today if you like .
I have a few questions about the free membership .
What would you like to know ?
Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ?
Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers .
What are bar vouchers ?
Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers . The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge . But we don't offer vouchers to employees .
But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant .
That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members . You get more benefits than they do .
So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract . But we won't sign it yet . That right ?
Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything . So that you understand the terms .
I understand . And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it .
I'm very pleased . We look forward to having you here , Miss Briggs .
Be careful , Tom . Those are pretty heavy .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
Each copy will cost you a dime , sir .
A dime ? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel .
There aren't many things you can get for a nickel , sir .
I don ' t know about that ; with all the uncertainty in the markets right now , it would be a very unwise decision to invest . I don ' t know if you ' re aware son , but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently . There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months , and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy . There ' s just too much instability . I wouldn ' t feel comfortable investing in this climate .
But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity . And anyway , I ' m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example , they have 1 . 4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity .
Come on , son , you ' re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point .
Fine , then ! If that ' s the way you feel , so be it . But you ' re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ' m going to go hit up Mum for the cash .
Fine , see you then .
You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
Oh , I'm sorry I forgot all about it . Well , can I take a rain check ?
What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there .
I'm terribly sorry , Rose . But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me .
Just some fried rice please .
Ok , would you like some soup as well ?
No , thanks .
Thank you very much . Your food will be ready soon .
I'm all set . Thank you for the dinner , Jack .
You are welcome .
Yes . I would prefer Nike .
The franchised store is on the second floor .
Thank you .
What about the senior account managers ? Do they count ?
No , they are in a position of leadership and have more experience than normal account managers , but they do not directly supervise others . They are not members of the managerial staff and will not be included in our training .
You should get plenty of sleep .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
But I don't think much of it .
It includes a lot of useful words and phrases .
I agree with you .
Don ' t apologize ! From the moment I met you , not a day has gone by when I haven ' t thought of you . And now that I ' m with you again , I ' m ... I ' m just scared , Veronica . The closer I get to you , the worse it gets . The thought of not being with you , I mean , I just can ' t handle it ! We were made for each other , Veronica . You are my everything , my soul mate . What can I do ?
Just hold me ... I ' ll always be here for you , no matter what . And together , we can tackle whatever life throws at us . I believe in us , steven .
I ' m so happy to hear that ! I knew we belong together . I love you so much .
Let me take a look . Maybe I can figure it out .
Thanks . I really appreciate it .
I don't know much about computers . But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend--the Power Macintosh G3 . It comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
Do you know where you're going to find your bedroom set ?
I have no clue .
There's no particular place that you want to look at ?
I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set .
I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like .
Please do .
I bought mine from IKEA .
Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ?
Not really , but you're paying for quality .
Do you think it will help if we appoint a local agent ?
I'm sure it will , if we are appointed your agent . Your garments are attractive , and we , a well-established importer with multiple sales channels , can boost the sales .
Well , we'll consider your proposal .
I like hot food , especially Sichuan cuisine .
Would you like another beer ?
I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me .
Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers !
Bottom's up , and you're right . This meal is incredible . I wish I had known this restaurant before . Thanks for bringing me here . I know I'll be back soon .
Would you fill out this form , please ?
I don't want to make any changes to my old card .
If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner .
... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model .
Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now .
I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ?
We can certainly give you faster turn around , but it will cost you extra .
Basketball and swimming .
Eight .
What time ?
Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ?
So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ?
Maybe not , thank you all the same then .
How do I go about that ?
You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this .
OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now .
Thanks . Yes ... that's all in order . What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank . As soon as we know anything , we'll contact you .
You mean stuff like tampons and sanitary napkins ?
Yeah . I didn't know what they're called in English .
Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket .
I'll keep that in mind .
Come on over . This is your desk , and this is your time card . Be sure to clock in and out before and after you work .
I will .
One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat .
I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ?
Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ' ll have to return them to the company .
What's the extension number for my phone ?
The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that .
Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ?
Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business .
I understand .
When you settle down , I'll show you around and introduce you to the department managers .
Maybe not , but I advice you to say it was your fault .
Well , they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K ?
Yeah , I know it sounds weird , but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement . Through a you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan . Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire , you can rest peacefully on your nest egg .
That ' s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ' t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that .
That seems a bit unstable don ' t you think ?
Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank .
I ' Ve been thinking of doing that lately ! I don ' t want some banker to run off with my money !
This is good food , it has milk , fruit , grains , nuts ...
Sugar , sugar , preservatives , fats , more sugar , more fat , more preservatives !
At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ?
My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken .
There's the difference , your wife made it ! I have to make my own lunch !
I think account to individual would be best . But which is the quickest way ?
If you choose our Urgent Remittance Service the money can be there within 2 hours . There will be a 1 % handling fee and then you need to pay 12 RIB for the Express Delivery Service .
Right , that's fine . I'd like it to get there as quickly as possible .
Do you come from a country where they shake hands ?
Oh yes . Men , women , and children shake hands all the time .
It ' s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ' t .
But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too .
Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do .
That sounds easy enough .
Sure . Once you get the hang of it , it ' s a piece of cake ! It ' s nothing to worry about .
Of course .
Thanks so much .
No buts . The thing is to cut down your expense , Judie .
Thank you .
It ' s too bad that you have to leave so early .
Thank you very much . I had a really good time .
Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon .
That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ' s assuming you don ' t mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 .
ok , got it . I ' ll call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It ' s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon .
I hope so , too . Bye ! Ben .
I want to become certified in computer programming . Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education ?
Yes , we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects .
How do I sign up ?
If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms .
Great !
Did they say for how long ?
No , but probably until there is a break in the storm .
So we can't really go anywhere , can we ?
I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates .
I brought some cards . Are you up for a long game ?
I don ' t know .
Sure he is . Winter swimming does good to health , I hear .
That's horrible . I'd be happy to give you the assignments from English class .
Thank you very much , that's kind of you .
Don't mention it .
When you miss a day of school , I'll be happy to give you the English assignments .
That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow .
Do you have clubs ?
No . Can I rent clubs ?
There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times .
What kinds of clubs ?
Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 .
I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me .
Okay .
January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays .
Yes , maybe another choice might be better .
I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains .
Thank you for thinking of that .
Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer .
That is a good idea .
I'll take care of taking the survey and get back to you with the answers .
That ' s what I understand .
You ' ll be covered by our medical plan while on duty . Since you ' ll be middle-anagement , you , re expected to be available up to one hour past normal working hours . Any approved overtime that will be paid at time , which you can take as salary or time off .
Exactly my understanding .
A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ?
Yes , I have .
Do you have any questions ?
Just one . I noticed an item about flextime . Is that a possibility for me ?
Yes it is , but you ' ll have to discuss the details with your manager .
Good . Now , if you ' ll just sign here , you can start work in 3 days .
Oh great ! We've been waiting for those . Is everything alright with them ?
Actually , there is a problem . It's the goods description , it's a little different on the invoice , but this does happen sometimes .
No , everything has to be perfect .
No problem , I'll just get the form for you .
When will I be able to do that ?
You can do it right now , if you ' d like .
That ' s fine .
Please fill out this application .
Then what do I do ?
I just need to take your picture .
How long will it take for my passport to be ready ?
You will get it in a few weeks .
That ' s perfect .
It's not what you're thinking . These events will give us a wider exposure than most . Take the tri-city marathon for starters . This is a highly publicized event . The television exposure alone will nearly double our customer awareness .
Other than the marathon , what else is on the list ?
We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program .
Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ?
It might seem that way , but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research . These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about .
You should take several resumes and some copies of your graduate diploma .
I'm afraid two days isn't enough for you to see all the places of interest .
What shall I do then ?
If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent .
It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs .
You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want .
OK . I know what to do now . Thank you .
Well , let me see ... This Stephen King novel is a real thriller .
Sorry , I forgot to mention that I don't like horror much , either .
That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ?
Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now .
There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend .
I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else .
How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done .
That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help .
Don't mention it .
So , it's going to cost me then ?
I'm afraid so , yes . There is always some risk on the buyer's part .
What a nuisance !
We serve a great variety of popular Japanese dishes in set courses , and also many meat dishes .
I see . That sounds fine . Until what time are you open ?
We are open until 10 but our last order for dinner is at 9:30 pm .
Fine . Well be there before then .
Thank you , sir . We look forward to welcoming you .
You can get DEL or dial-up .
Which of those two is best ?
I would recommend DEL .
So that one better ?
It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone .
What do you mean by that ?
DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is .
So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ?
That's correct . With DEL you can do both .
It has never been worn . It was too small for me so I'm selling it .
Why didn't you return the shirt or exchange it ?
I got it as a gift so I couldn't take it back . Good luck ! I hope it will fit you !
Yes . I gave her my resignation a few days ago .
Will she let you leave your present job ?
Yes , I think she will .
Why do you want to leave your present job ?
Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay .
I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ?
Yes . It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago .
I had to move it , so that I can get my bike through .
How dare you be so inconsiderate ? That's wrong .
I am awfully sorry . I didn't think you would mind so much .
Never do that again .
I promise .
That's right . And in my opinion , to push the sale of the new products is not an easy task .
I know that . I need to discuss this with Arden . And in his opinion , we should widen the scope of our ads , so newspaper and Internet should be adopted in this campaign .
Could you put it in detail ?
Well . We plan to contact www . on-line advertising . com . cn and Shanghai Morning Newspaper to discuss the advertisement schedule .
I think the idea is very good . In the promotion campaign , two or more media are used together , so as to draw customers ' attention and keep hold their attention to larger extent .
What kind of media do you recommend ?
I think TV is also an effective media , as long as our company is willing to spend more money on it .
Well . Arden just mentioned the paper and the on-sales . And I can talk about TV with him later , because TV promotion gets more and more popular among consumers .
I also think good advertising is essential to call attention to a product and introduce our L-series products . Meanwhile , ads are also the representation of the company's image .
Which kinds of vegetables do people in your country usually eat ?
We eat a lot of sweet corn , broccoli and eggplant .
I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ' s quite expensive in my country , so I don ' t eat it often .
Why is it relatively expensive ?
Because we don ' t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries .
I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country .
We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ' s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket .
Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ' s very rare in mine .
A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables . Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years . I prefer to buy fresh vegetables .
She's my sister , you know .
I am sure it will be . It's been good so far this weekend .
I know a good place to hire bikes if you want .
Thanks . That would be really helpful .
But remember , be careful when you ride a bike . The traffic in Beijing can be dangerous .
Well , I had English from 9 o'clock to 11 o'clock , art from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock , and math from 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock .
What do you think about the teachers ?
To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ' s so boring !
That ' s too bad . How was your English teacher ?
She was great . In today ' s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing .
Where is she from ?
She said that she ' s from a small town in the middle of America .
Were you able to understand everything that she said ?
Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ' t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her .
She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ' ll pass her class ?
Yes ... with flying colors !
What does that mean ?
It ' s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well !
If you like the class this much already , I ' m sure you will .
I hope so .
did she give you any homework ?
not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework ,
no wonder you like the class so much .
Yes , very good .
What advantages does it have ?
It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time .
Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap .
Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ?
To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways .
You mean there may be credit problems ?
Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided .
Will you give some suggestion ?
Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thanks . Maybe I will do business through Internet in the future .
Jacob Hammer . He is originally from Holland .
That's my uncle . You're my cousin ! Hi cousin !
It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big .
It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ?
I always make time for family .
Yes , it is . But we need to take out more water . So it then passes through a series of rollers , where more water is squeezed out . After that it goes through the dryers , which are at a very high temperature . The paper is then coated . And finally it's wound onto reels and cut down into smaller lengths .
Of course I'm pale . It's just now the beginning of spring . I don't have my summer tan yet .
I guess . Are you sure you're taking care of yourself ?
I'm fine , Mom . Remember Holly ? This is her roommate , Yi-jun ..
do you prefer brandy or ports .
port , please .
excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor .
the port is exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ?
yes . You always have a good nose for wines .
next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine .
oh , what's that ?
it's made from naturally frozen grapes .
why not ? It sounds great .
oh , here's to your health .
thanks . Cheers .
cheers .
No , thanks .
I have little chance to communicate with colleagues when I have problems . They are always too busy to help a green hand like me .
Have you ever helped others when they are in trouble ? Most will give a hand to someone who has helped him .
I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me .
And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work .
I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them .
Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience .
Thank you so much .
And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge .
That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books .
We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books .
Well , I will do it better .
If you have any problem in your work , let me know .
Thanks very much . I promise I will work harder .
What do you mean ?
Well , we do the same things every weekend . We go to the same restaurants . We see the same friends . You know what I mean ?
Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight .
Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue .
An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad .
I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ?
Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night .
Yeah , definitely , tomorrow night .
Well , we went bungee jumping when we were in Australia .
Wow ! Isn ' t that dangerous ?
A little , but the rush was worth it .
Tell me about it .
We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us .
500 feet ! I would never be able to do that .
Yeah , It was scary , but exhilarating .
I ' Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ?
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
My brother in-law just dropped in from the states .
Yeah , and ?
I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake !
Why ?
He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile .
I guess you think twice next time he comes .
You can say that again .
So how long has he here for ?
Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming .
Well , I know you do the right thing .
How ' s Thursday ? Does she have any time available then ?
Um . . . let me double check . . . unfortunately , she ' s booked solid on Thursday , how does next Monday work for you ?
Actually , I ' Ve got something scheduled on Monday . Can she do Tuesday ?
Sure , Tuesday ' s perfect . May I ask where you ' re calling from ?
Sure , Merton Financial Advisors .
Oh , actually , Tuesday ' s no good . Sorry about that .
I ' d like to . But I ' m afraid I can ' t .
I ' m wondering if you like to go to the theatre then .
That ' s sounds great .
Ok . How about give me a ring , then ?
No . I ' d better not .
Why not ?
Because I don ' t think my husband would like it . Thank you for inviting me anyway .
You ' re welcome , ma ' am . I ' ll call you when they ' re ready .
I think I have a good understanding of fundamentals in the areas your company deals with , and I can go on from here to build up the specific skills and knowledge I need to do my job well .
Your graduation thesis was on Medical Application of Laser , right ? What were your conclusions ?
Yes . I did some work on that , and I found out some really interesting things about the conductivity of liquid helium . I was sure I had a great discovery until my teacher told me the same discovery already made twenty years ago . I think the most important thing , I learnt though , was the importance of keeping good records .
Look at this one . It's our biggest pan .
Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me .
Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum .
Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle .
Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle .
Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one .
That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ?
Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too .
I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is .
I think we picked the right line . This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others .
Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food .
I ' m glad . We have only about twenty things here , and I ' m in a hurry to get home .
I am sorry . But I do not have any money to lend to you .
Why don't you try smoking one cigarette less each day ? How many do you smoke each day now ?
I smoke around 30 each day .
Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far .
If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline .
Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition .
I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill .
Good idea . Remember to eat healthily too . The trainers at the fitness centre will be able to advise you on your diet .
Thanks .
Here you are . You must return them within a month .
What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ?
You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them .
OK . Thank you very much for your trouble .
No trouble at all . So long .
University ? Why ? You asked me last year .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
That ' s wonderful ! You must be really proud of him !
... yes , but this one has an all-new buzz .
Yes , sir . Your shirts will be ready by Thursday morning . Anything else ?
I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned . Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow ? It's urgent .
No problem , sir .
Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ?
We remain open from 9am till 8p m .
I see .
Here is your laundry ticket , sir .
Thank you . I'd like to get my laundry .
Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket , please ?
Here you are .
Yes , they are ready to go .
Can you sew on these buttons ?
No problem .
How much for the shirts ?
10 dollars .
Here is the money , keep the change .
Thank you , bye .
Yes , I ' d like to check three pieces .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' s absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
Really ? I'm sorry . I did not know that .
I'm going to give you a ticket .
Why can't you just let me off with a warning ?
It's just a ticket .
How much is the fine ?
The judge will let you know .
I have to be at court ?
Of course .
All right . Just give me the ticket .
All right .
Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
Fine , Mr . Grant . Thanks for your time . I ' ll talk to you next week .
Detached . You're literally detached from one planet , captured by another . Your only link to reality is the Earth out there ; fortunate - 1y , it stays in view the whole time .
There're a lot of suspicions that the International Space Station is never going to become reality . Is it going to be some future project that never happens ?
I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground .
There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ?
I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell .
You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait .
If I were the man making the decisions , you could get in line tomorrow . I strongly support ordinary people going into space . Unfortunately , I don't think it will be in the near future .
Yes . I am very glad to have the chance .
No , I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean , if I look back on your previous presentations , this is a huge improvement .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
How long does it take to get to the hotel ?
About 20 minutes .
Here's the hotel .
How much is the fare ?
That's 10 dollars .
In that case , please get your passport and boarding card ready . Just wait in the terminal for twenty more minutes . You will hear the announcement .
Thank you .
She is at the supermarket downstairs . She said she would be back in about half an hour .
Sure . I just need to do one other job first . How about if I come up around 11:30 ?
Here you go . I'll wait for you to get on the green before I putt .
No . you go ahead and putt it out . Then I'Il go .
No way , Mary . I'm going to let you go first . I don't want the pressure of putting first .
How long does the route No . 5 last ?
2 weeks . Is that OK ?
We have just 10 days for the vacation .
It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food , Shandong food , Sichuan food etc .
Is there any difference ?
Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy .
How about Sichuan food ?
Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently .
Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ?
I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor .
Thank you .
It's my pleasure .
A second language is always difficult .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
Yes , absolutely .
Where are the panty-hose ?
Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here .
Nope .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
Pardon ? Your way of articulating is too slow . Would you speak a little faster ?
Sorry , I am used to speaking in a slow pace , but I will try to be faster . What position do you want to do ?
I have been yearning for a job as a stewardess in an airline like yours .
I want to order a large birthday cake , several kinds of cold dishes , pastries and fruits .
Any drinks ?
I've got whiskey and brandy but I need some beer and soda . That ' s all .
What ? That ' s odd . I ' m so sorry if I ' Ve bothered you .
No problem .
Spring .
How about summer ?
I dislike it most .
Why ?
Because the hottest season is summer in a year .
But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons .
How come ?
I was sick that day , and couldn't make it .
Well , here are the notes .
Are there any more ?
Sorry , here you go .
Thanks a lot .
No problem .
During my trip here , I learned a lot and I get to know our choice of choosing your company as our partner is definitely right . I can feel and sense the potential of your company . And at last I wish our further cooperation will be sound and successful .
That's our pleasure . Mr . Ross , your visit leaves gorgeous memory here . And I hope Mr . Halmiton , the president of your company can also have the chance to visit our company soon . Remember me to him , please .
Of course , I will .
I went with my husband . Our first stop was Bangkok . We stayed there for 5 days . Then we flew to Hong Kong , stopover for 3 days . Our last stop was China . We visited the Great Wall .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
I guess everyone has a few secrets up their sleeve .
Where did you learn to sing like that ?
I was part of a band in school .
You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ?
Come on ! This is work . Don't you think that would be a little weird ?
I think she misses that job and wants to take it out on us .
You know , maybe she's just a neat freak .
I think she just likes to make us miserable .
You could be right .
I ' m really lucky to do something I really love .
What station do you work at ?
I work downtown at station 24 . It can get a little crazy sometimes but that ' s what makes it challenging .
Just one carry-on and one that I want to check .
You must be going to some island to relax in the sun where all you need is a swim suit and a toothbrush .
That's right .
Well , you have fun .
I will have fun .
How did you know that ?
A little bird whispered to me . Keep that to yourself .
You big scrooge !
Hear me out . We can pool the money and give it to a family who could really use it !
But you may have some trouble convincing the kids .
Actual 1y , it was their idea first .
Now we know that they realize the real meaning of Christmas .
Yes , the fuse had blown and I've changed it but now the motor keeps cutting out .
There might be a loose connection somewhere that's making the safety switch trip . Check the settings on the trip-switch . If you can't fix it yourself , call in an electrician .
Congratulations . How lucky you are !
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
You can buy things at post office that were never sold there before . You can buy sweets and chocolates , newspapers , birthday and Christmas cards ...
Post offices are still the place to go to collect welfare benefits , like unemployment benefit and child support benefit . The queue are very long on the days when people collect those payment .
My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection .
Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ?
I think it ' s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to .
I like being able to buy newspapers and magazines at the post office . It means that I don ' t need to go to two places
This is Tim . Hunter from Hunter industries .
And what is it regarding please ?
We have an appointment for this afternoon . Mr . Chen will know why I'm calling .
Of course , Please hold the line Mr . Hunter .
There are two ways to respond . You can either come back with another offer or go with their counter-offer .
What if I make another offer , and they don ' t accept it ?
No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so .
I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer .
OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight .
How long before I find out what their decision is ?
By now , the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept . It will go quickly .
Do they live with you and your parents ?
No , they live alone .
The delicatessen department is on the second floor .
Thanks a lot .
Leave ? Why ?
I've worked here for two years . And I want to do something different .
What do you mean by something different ?
I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language .
I'm really sorry . But I understand .
Thank you , manager .
We will be coming to your restaurant on Tuesday night .
What time will you be dining with us ?
Our first choice would be 7
How many guests will be in your party ?
Four of us will be coming .
Please just give me your name , and at 7
Great ! Our last name is Foster .
Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7
I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant . Thank you for your help .
How many pounds would you like ?
Four pounds is enough .
What kind of ground beef do you want ?
I'm going to need extra lean ground beef .
I can get that for you .
Thanks so much .
You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you .
Thanks for everything .
Yes . I ' m sorry .
Why didn ' t you just answer my question directly ? Why would Chinese answer questions this way ? I simply asked if you did it or not . It ' s a very simple question . And Chinese often give the reason before they would give a direct answer .
Yes , I ' m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ' t know why Chinese sometimes would do this .
You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ' s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ' t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer .
But you know if he brought it or not , right ?
Yeah , after all the explanations like , it ' s too heavy , I was in a hurry ... whatever .
The most important thing was to check that we had the goods in stock . If the goods are in stock , we can deliver them immediately . I also had to check the price . This customer is very important , so they get special prices .
I see . Did anything else happen ?
I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and requirements .
It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client .
Yes . That ' s why we have everything on computer files . We don ' t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint from a client .
I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ?
Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour .
You certainly had a busy day .
That ' s not all ! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss . In the end , I finished everything . I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning .
I see . But why do we have to fill out these forms now ?
It will save you much time when you clear customs .
That'll be 64 cents .
Okay . Can I also have a sheet of 20 sixty-four-cent stamps ?
Sure . The total comes to twelve dollars and eighty cents .
By the way , how much does it cost to send a package to Taiwan ?
That depends on the weight .
I see .
I don't know .
Are you sure ? All the big cities have specialty shops , which sell all sorts of ethnic foods .
Perhaps . i just haven't had time to find them yet .
I wish to work in the planning department .
What type of work will you expect to do at first ?
I expect to operate computers .
What are your plans for the future ?
I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future .
How long does it take to get here from your home ?
It's a twenty-minute bus ride .
How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ?
I ' ll work here as long as you expect me to .
You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ?
I ' Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work .
Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ' Ve had a child ?
I think so .
What ideas do you have if we employ you ?
Ever since I was a young girl , I ' Ve been clever with my hands . I ' Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ?
I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ' ll make my plan . And then I ' ll go with all my effort to see it is realized .
If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ?
I ' ll report it honestly . I ' ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail .
What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ?
People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ' t mind work over spare time if it is paid for .
What are your expectations from working on this job ?
Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing .
If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ?
I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ' t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher .
If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ?
I will feel it is a pity . But I will not feel so bad . I will go for other interviews until I am employed satisfactorily . Hopefully before I find another position , you will call me back .
Just a moment , please . Yes , you can have a seat .
Good . How much is a one-way ticket ?
It's 38 dollars .
All right . Here's 40 dollars .
Here's your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate number 2 , please .
Thank you very much .
Don't mention it .
Yes , it does . Domestic enterprises of different ownerships enjoy equal rights for the non-discrimination principle grants equal rights to enterprises , regardless of their nationality and ownership . I have found that although changes of China's economic policies are numerous , these changes are largely based on the most important economic principle ot TO agreement-non-discrimination principle . Such an understanding of principle of the changes may help us not only to have a good insight into the changes but also to foresee the tendency of the new changes of China's economic policies .
But I still get stuck on the different tones . It drives me crazy .
Hang in there . It ' ll all come together one of these days .
Yes . Do you know where it is ?
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
Can you tell me the features of your baggage ?
It's a big leather suitcase with my name ' Lily ' on it .
Don't worry . We will look it for you right now .
Thank you .
Don't worry about it . All in all , you've done very well in school .
What a beautiful ship ! Who ' s this ?
That ' s the man I told you about . Remember ?
Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia .
That ' s right .
Who ' s this ?
Guess !
It ' s not you , is it ?
That ' s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home .
Why did you shave it off ?
My wife didn ' t like it !
Can I check this one out ?
I ' m sorry . It ' s for reference only , so it must stay in the library . But you ' re welcome to look through it .
Ok . And I ' d like to check these books out .
All right . They ' re due back next Wednesday .
Thanks for your help .
He's here .
Tell me what happened .
The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't .
The officer wouldn't lie about that .
He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it .
There was no picture taken of your license plate ?
I don't believe it took my picture .
I'm just going to let you go .
I appreciate that .
This was your first time voting , wasn ' t it ?
I just turned 18 last month .
That is so lucky of you .
Why ?
You turned 18 a month before the election .
I didn ' t think of it that way .
Are you serious ?
Seriously , but I ' m excited that I did .
Congratulations on being a part of history .
Now that take this seat . Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage ?
Yes . I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves , all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart .
That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life .
How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage .
He's going to make the opening speech .
Thank you . Oh , can I have another drink ?
Certainly . The service cart will be down the aisle again soon .
No , you can return it to any branch of our company .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
I can't see it .
Why not ?
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
Thank you for your inquiry . Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ?
I will do that . Meanwhile , could you give me an indication of the price .
Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation .
What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice .
As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it .
You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help .
We'll discuss this when you place your order with us .
I'm sorry , sir . Just hold the line , please . Now the line is connected . Go ahead please .
Thank you .
Usually the commission is three percent of the net invoice amount after deduction of discounts .
Couldn't you raise the commission to five percent ?
Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ?
Then I'll accept it with thanks .
Quite a lot . All them one afternoon ?
Yes , it is not easy .
It is ok with me . I enjoy being busy and learning new things .
I need to open a US dollar account , trade with America is going up each year .
We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified .
Good , thanks . I look forward to hearing from you .
I really appreciate it . Thank you .
And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum . You can stay there for at least a whole day .
That's a good idea . I almost forget it . What else ?
The night life there . It's so romantic !
Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ?
I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season .
Sounds exciting . I can't wait .
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
You're like the tenth person to say that .
We're just worried about you , Taylor .
Whatever . I wish people would just leave me alone !
Did you bow back ?
No , I tried to shake her hand , but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended .
Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake .
But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ?
Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude .
Is that why she wouldn ' t look at me in the meeting ?
I think it's highly possible , yes .
The meeting really didn ' t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country .
That's a good idea . When you don ' t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone .
That's so true . It's great that we see eye to eye on this .
And the people were so friendly !
Yeah , we would have been lost without the help of the locals .
Do you still remember the small restaurant at the corner of the street ?
Of course . That was the best pasta I've ever had .
I ate so much that I wasn't hungry until afternoon the next day .
If only we could eat there once more !
Maybe we can come here again next summer .
Hope the restaurant is still there .
Hey , what's the time ?
Oh , my god ! Only two hours left before the plane takes off . We need to be at the airport now .
Don't worry . We can call a cab . It'll be alright .
I couldn't agree with you more .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's exactly the way I feel .
I don't care for a detective film . It also makes me nervous .
How about a comedy ?
No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful .
How about a love story then ?
No , romance is boring .
What's you opinion ?
Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ?
Really ?
Certainly . Is there anything wrong ?
No , but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie .
Oh , really ? Thanks a lot ... well , I still have a lot to learn , I guess .
I don't have the slightest idea .
Someone you're living with .
What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ?
Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack .
No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl .
The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him .
And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection .
Well , if you want to help your friend , you should do something about it .
Oh , that all sounds so good ! Can we get the sauce on the side ?
Yes , we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs .
I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices .
Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice .
I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please .
That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner .
Please bring our salads to us now . We are hungry !
The problem is that I just have no one to turn to right now .
That ' s stupid .
Yes . Just go to the convenience store and ask for a SIM card . Then insert it into your phone .
I see . How much will that cost ?
Well it ' s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK .
Wow , that is cheap . Thank you very much .
Like what ?
Well , sometimes the city auctions offer houses to the community . You ' d have to make a quick decision about the offer in a day , but you would definitely save money doing it that way .
That ' s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ?
Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ' re pretty satisfied with it .
Is the house pretty run-down .
Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her .
Was it a very old house ?
It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ' t take a lot of money or time .
Is it in a good location ?
The area can be a bit rough in the evenings , but the neighbors watch out for each other , so it ' s ok .
She'll be fine .
What ? Do you mean that you are pregnant ? Is it true ?
Yes . We'll have our baby soon .
Oh , dear , I'm so happy .
Me , too .
Yes . Here's my card . Do you need my ID ?
Please . Just to double check all the details .
There you go .
I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ?
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around two fifteen PM .
Yes , there is . See you then .
It's simpler and cheaper to arrange multi-model combined transportation .
Booze !
Yeah , you ' re right . Can ' t go wrong with that .
Well , thanks for the compliment anyway !
How much was the ticket ?
I only paid two dollars for mine .
to tell the truth . i don't like it , it's too noisy .
and can you dance tango ?
oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well .
don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ?
ok .
great . i am your lucky fellow then .
Please take a seat . Everything would be ready in a minute .
Can you bring me a glass of orange juice , please ? I am quite thirsty .
Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better .
Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more , thank you .
Here is to our friendship and health !
Bottom is up .
Well , I missed several buses .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
What about here in physical education ?
He got a three here which means it's unsatisfactory . We should work on that with him .
So confusing ! In my day we got an A or B if we were doing well and if we failed an exam we would get an F !
Oh , that's fantastic !
I see . OK .
What ' s the name of the person you are calling ?
Marty Smith . M-A-R-T-Y , S-M-I-T-H
Thanks . What ' s your name and phone number , please ?
My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 .
Thank you . I ' ll put the call through for you . Hold on the line , please .
OK .
OK , an Englishman , a Scotsman , and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert , and they could only take one thing with them .
I see .
So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment .
Oh , that's funny !
Hang on , I haven't finished yet .
Oh , sorry .
Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . " If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , " he said . The Scotsman brought a map . " If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . " The Irishman had brought a car door .
A car door ? You mean just one car door ?
Yep . A car door . " Why the door ? " the others asked him . " Well , " he said , " If it gets hot , we can open the window . " Do you get it ?
Well ...
First of all , they have an excellent benefits package for all employees , even the maintenance staff have health and dental coverage .
Really ? What about the pay rate ? Are the wages pretty high ?
From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives .
Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money .
It's a great place to work . They give you fair pay and benefits , and a lot of room to grow . I think if they off you a job , you should definitely take it .
We ' ll try our best , but you'd better prepare for the worst .
I see , D . But I plead you to help her .
I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation .
How long do you expect her to live ?
About half a year .
Well , my mother came from a big family , and wanted to have one of her own . My father was an only child , and didn't really care about having a large family , but my mother talked him into it .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
It's the time to emphasize sense of crises .
Surely I want . It's quite popular nowadays .
Yes , and I want to have a try .
Sure . Why don ' t you sit down for a minute ? You haven ' t taken a rest all morning .
I'd be very glad to show you around , but I'm very busy right now . Could you come back about 3 thirty ?
Sure . 3 thirty this afternoon .
Good . See you later .
Thank you . Good-bye .
You'd better have it fixed .
There is dial-up or DEL .
Which one do you feel is best ?
I would get DEL if I were you .
DEL is better than dial-up ?
It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line .
I'm not sure what that means .
Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL .
That'll make it impossible for me to use .
Exactly . With DEL you don't have that problem .
Oh , now I understand ! So , you've already used up all your amenities ?
No , I'm not even halfway through my supply .
I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ?
What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ?
Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs !
There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs .
Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items .
I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now .
Sir , housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily .
To some extent , it is . Anyway , whether they like it or not , they do give people a very good impression .
But it is unjust to judge a book by its cover . If they ' re not happy or comfortable with their clothes , they can be less productive .
Just buy a cask of wine . Have you bought ice yet ?
No , once I fill the tub with beer , I ' ll get the ice . The beer will be cool if you put the tub under the ice . The cooler , the better .
I think a bottle of champagne would be a good idea . It ' s appetizing and tasty .
Well , if you say so . Personally speaking , I ' d rather die of thirst than drink champagne .
No . Don't put mustard in it .
All right . You have a hamburger without mustard . Anything else ?
Sprite with ice , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you .
$ 200 altogether .
Would you mind showing me your passport ?
Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ?
Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it .
That's correct . Thank you very much .
You bet .
Sounds good . I don ' t want it to be too expensive , maybe something mid-range .
We have this new ETC smart phone . It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are .
What about Wi-fi ?
Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home .
One last thing . Is it waterproof ?
What kind of clients do you prefer ?
Smaller local companies . We specialize in trade & shipping industry .
I used to work for a shipping company for six years , and I am quite familiar with some managers . Would your like to meet them ?
Right . Got that .
Yes . But this one is full , you have to wait for the next one .
Well . I think I will wait .
I can tell it from your build .
Our products are of good quality . Since the prices of textiles have gone up in the world market we've had to increase them on some items by about ten percent . If you place a large order it is possible for us to cut down the prices by five percent
Can I have a reduction of seven percent ?
It depends on how much you order
Can I use the FAS terms ?
I'd rather use the CIF terms . You ' re welcome to come to talk about it in detail with your general manager and sign a contract .
Oh , there is a car exhibition tomorrow afternoon . I have two tickets . Would you like to go there with me ?
Yeah . Maybe I can find my favorite car in addition to Honda .
And the bank will offer you loans for twenty years !
Cockroaches , sir ? That's unbelievable .
I've seen at least nine different cockroaches in my room .
Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ?
There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief !
I apologize . One moment , please , while I transfer you to my supervisor .
As well my company has been very supportive about my decision . They ' Ve cut back my working hours in order to accommodate my studies .
That's great . They must really be committed to staff development .
They are . We definitely see eye-to eye on my enhanced performance being a win-win situation for everyone involved .
All right , all right , I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon .
Not just today . Go exercise everyday !
Who's playing ?
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
The check in time is 2 p . m . If you get here before that time the room won't be ready .
That's fine . Do you have any specials for your guests ?
We offer a complementary breakfast buffet and free parking .
Good . Let me give you my credit card number to reserve a room .
Thank you . Your confirmation number is 611273 .
But I have an appointment with Ann .
Ok , sounds good . But I think it's your trick .
I think the Romans do what everyone else does .
Certainly .
And Roman really loves life . He knows how to enjoy himself .
Not always . But they like good meal .
Really ?
How can I go there to have a taste ?
By air of course .
I almost forget .
I regret to say I can't accept your suggestion .
How about going hunting with me ?
Wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll pick you up around 6
I ' ll be ready .
I don't know if I would call it my favorite , but it ranks up there .
What class was your favorite then ?
I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific .
I never took that yet . If that was your favorite , I think I will check it out .
Look , I only have money to buy myself a burrito .
I'm so hungry , I could eat a whole cow !
If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ?
I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then .
Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat .
That's pretty messed up .
Why don't you just go home and eat ?
I don't want to go all the way home just to eat .
Well , I guess you're out of luck .
Then keep up the good work .
( No response )
Listen , I know who you are . If you call this number again , I ' ll call the police . You ' ll be arrested . I ' Ve got your number .
How can you live without job in the future ?
Don't worry , you'll find a way .
Did you notice the characters on the lanterns ?
Sure . But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters . What do they say ?
They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival .
Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it .
It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life .
Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth .
Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter .
There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ?
Let me have a look . Oh , no . They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene .
Are you kidding ? I just feel tired right now .
Oh , I much prefer to go by car , then we don't need to get to the station with our luggage and ...
And I've got to drive . You know I'm not fond of that . I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train .
Which is more expensive ?
But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train .
Now . Have you ever thought of going by express bus ?
Yes , I have one . When you need it ?
Sometime around next week . What can you tell me about this apartment ?
Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it .
Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ?
Sure . What time would you like to come ?
How about 10 am ?
Good , May I have your name , please ?
My name is Blanca .
Thanks for calling , Blanca . I'll see you tomorrow .
Yi-jun said Femi was talking about you . So get out there , Tiger !
Was she really ? So you're telling me there's a chance ?
Can't hurt to try . Carpe diem . Who can say if we'll be here tomorrow or not ?
Well , it may not be that simple . Not everyone likes public transport .
Why not ? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains .
Well , I don't often use them , I wouldn't really know .
Sorry , but she's out .
Would you tell her Tom Gray called ?
I'd be glad to .
Thank you . How much is it ?
25 yuan .
Here's 30 . Keep the change .
Thank you very much , ma'am , but we don't take tips in China .
Well , it's a special day . They say if you survive the first year , the rest is smooth sailing .
That's good to know . Oh , listen ! The band's playing our song .
I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ?
Always .
Great . We will give you a chance to have an interview in our company .
Yeah . He's a private eye now .
OK . I'll get it for you .
Hmm , I don't feel very comfortable .
Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ?
This is just right for me . I'll take this one .
Oh , it's a real Chinese meal . When in Rome , do as the Romans do . I'd take the chopsticks .
Yes , hope you like it . Do you need beer or wine ?
Beer , please . Oh , there are so many dishes .
I'm glad you like them .. . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation . Let's drink to our friendship .
Let's hope for good cooperation between us .
It's my dream .
It's a pity that I was traveling around Europe at that time .
Even he's not coming back to school anymore , you still can call him and meet him on weekends .
You're right ! I will call him this weekend and meet him .
Well , I've been very busy recently and I'm having trouble keeping up to date with everything , so I just wondered what exact service you offer .
We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services , 24/7 , wherever you are .
That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for .
Oh , is it ?
Would you change it to a new one ?
Yes , certainly . You have the receipt ?
Yes , I do .
Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it .
Thank you so much .
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
May I ask how much I can get every month ?
Your starting salary is 3 , 000 yuan a month , but if you work well we will put you on our regular staff after six months time and your salary will be raised to 5,000 yuan a month .
I thought the starting salary is too low .
What is the lowest salary you may consider ?
I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family .
That ' s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ?
No problem . Thank you for hiring me , I am very proud to be employed by your company and I will come in at eight o ' clock sharp Monday .
Let me think . Oh , awful ! I still have not finished the chart which was assigned by Mr . Wharton on Friday . So that task will make my busy .
I am better . I will go out to have a visit to my aunt . Why don't we have fun on weekend ?
So what ?
Sorry , sir . Believe me , everything will be all right .
Yes , my back aches .
I'll take your temperature . How long have you been feeling ill ?
It began the night before last .
You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom
Lots of people are ill at the moment .
It's this cold weather we're having .
Yes , he knows I'm coming . Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock .
I wonder if Mr . Smith forgot your meeting . I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until 4 p . m . Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place . Will you please have a seat ?
Sure .
Yes , Mr . Mason . I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry . She said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She should be with you shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ?
That would be very nice . Thank you .
Right this way , Mr . Mason . We can start with our front office . When Ms . Terry is ready , you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor . There is a conference room already prepared .
Alright , see you .
Do I owe any fees ?
You sure do .
Could you tell me how much I owe ?
You owe $ 235 . 13 in fees .
I can ' t believe that .
When will you be paying these fees off ?
I ' ll pay them off right now .
Cash or check ?
I will pay with cash .
Nothing . The landlord pays .
Is there a mailbox in the apartment ?
Yes . Each apartment has one .
Are there any parking lots for the tenants ?
Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month .
Is there an alarm system in the apartment ?
Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago .
Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ?
Of course we do . It is the landlord ' s responsibility .
Are smoke detectors provided ?
Yes .
I know . That ' s why I bought it . I hate wearing the same styles like everybody else is wearing .
And the necklace , it matches your dress marvelously .
It ' s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact .
Thank you for saying so .
I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
I'm particularly interested in shortbreads . Do you have some samples you could show me ?
Yes . This way , please . Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors , such as almond , walnut , lotus seed , etc . And different packaging has different weights . We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require .
The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better .
You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality .
Oh , it's delicious ...
OK .
Well . During the college years , I worked as a trainee every summer at lawyer's offices . Does that count ?
Of course it counts . What kind of work did you do there ?
I did clerical stuff and ran errands .
In this office , we encourage full attendance by offering a bonus . If you take any leaves , we'll deduct money from your salary .
May I know about the office hours ?
Office hours are nine to five-thirty . One hour for lunch . Do you have any questions ?
Er , may I know how much I will be paid monthly ?
We'll give you about 3000 to start . There'll be a trial period of three month . After six months , we'll have a job performance review and consider giving you a raise .
When will I know your decision ?
I'll call you in a day or two , did you write down your phone number on your resume ?
Yes , I did . Can you call after 7 p . m . ? I'm usually out in the daytime .
All right . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Yes , right here .
Great . Please fill them out on this deposit slip .
Here ? And here ?
That's right . How much do you want to pay in ?
1,000 RIB .
Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too .
It's an important birthday .
I know . He bought me that beautiful sweater for my birthday . It was exactly what I wanted . And it fit me perfectly !
he bought me an iron .
that doesn ' t sound like a great present .
maybe not , but my iron was getting old . In fact , it stopped working the week after jim bought me the new one . It ' s as if he knew that my old iron would soon stop working !
let ' s think . He loves football , doesn ' t he ? I saw signed photographs of famous footballers in a shop near hear . Let ' s go and have a look . You know which team he supports , don ' t you ?
yes , I do . Let ' s go . We should be able to find something suitable . We should get him something old ... something historic .
it ' ll be an expensive present , but we can share the cost .
I ' ll be happy to get him something special , even if it coasts a little extra .
yes . He always get us special gift . We should repay his kindness .
I'd like to stay here for all my life if possible .
So would I . Look , it might be going to rain .
I don't think it will spoil our trip .
It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains .
Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads .
That's a good idea !
I love them all . But if I had to name one as the best , I would say it's the ending .
What's it about ? You know , I couldn't help falling asleep .
Did you ? I didn't notice that . But still you should know it , for you have seen it with Laura before .
I guess I've done the same thing last time I was here with her , too . I mean falling asleep . For me , this one is not that attractive .
Then I doubt if you like operas at all .
Yes . I like Carmen very much . But I don't mind if you want to tell me about this one .
OK , then . The man was old and he was visiting his wife's grave , with a rose in his hand . When he got there , he saw someone already put a rose on her grave .
Very impressive . And I do like the leading actress who has an amazing voice .
Me , too . There was always a good round of applause every time she sings .
Yes , the applause ! That was what kept waking me up during the show .
And it's been such a faultless performance with the perfect lighting , and music . Just amazing !
No doubt , it's not a simple thing to put on a ' phantom show ' .
Exactly .
Maybe it ' s just that he is stressed out from work or something . He does have a pretty nerve wracking job you know .
Yeah but , he is always in a really foul mood . I try to find out what ' s bothering him or get him to talk about his day but , he always shuts down and brushes me off .
Men are like that you know . They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness .
I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ' t always this grouchy you know ...
Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ' t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one !
You are something else you know that ?
I only need one .
What about all your money in that account ?
Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ?
That ' s fine .
I appreciate it .
Would you like to make a withdrawal ?
That ' s all for today .
I ' ll just cancel your account right now .
I greatly appreciate your help .
Because I want to study English literature . But I think chemistry is better for getting a job .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you decide what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
Yes , besides it versa according to the distance .
All right . I only hope to get a skillful driver , and drive me to my stop safe way .
No problem .
Thanks a lot , bye bye .
You are welcome , bye .
certainly . After years of hard work , I wouldn't miss it . By the way , where can I find cap and gown ?
do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them ?
oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day .
no . those you have to provide for yourself .
what do most of the students do ?
well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f
then , I might as well have them made .
Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty .
hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin .
it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' .
here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ?
Certainly . Ok , got you .
We hit a couple of local bars , and met up with some friends . Everything was cool until Mike came along , and it turned out that it was his birthday yesterday !
Oh no ! Mike ' s birthday is a drinkfest for sure !
Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar !
Is that why you missed work today ?
Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times .
Www !
I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ' m never gonna drink again !
Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ' s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go .
Oh , yeah . I ' m there !
We need a lot of things this week . I must go to the grocer's . We haven't got much tea or coffee , and we haven't got any sugar or jam .
What about vegetables ?
I must go to the greengrocer's . We haven ; t got many tomatoes , but we've got a lot of potatoes . I must go to the butcher's , too . We need some meat . We haven't got any meat at all .
Have we got any beer and wine ?
No , we haven't . And I'm not going to get any !
I hope that you've got some money .
I haven't got much .
Well , I haven't got much either !
How fresh is that apple pie over there ?
Our pie is brought in fresh every day . And I can tell you it's delicious .
Okay , throw in a piece of that pie then .
Is this to stay or to go ?
I'm in a bit of a hurry today , so we'd better make it to go . Thanks for asking .
It's a little eerie . I'm sure the silence will begin to grow on me .
Well , I think it's fabulous . And the neighbors don't even seem to exist .
That is a relief . It's a good thing we moved .
Just tell me what you'd like me to do .
I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
My skin is kind of oily .
This nutrition cream is for anti-wrinkling and whitening which is a newcomer brand .
How much is it ?
$ 60 . The price is reasonable for its large quantity . What's more , there are some gifts attaching for you .
Sounds good . What are the gifts attaching ?
You can take one tonic or hand cream .
I will choose the tonic .
No problem . You can try this kind of gel which can prevent freckle , the effect will be better if you use this powder foundation applied with it .
That's the very thing I want .
That's a big mistake , you should always have a good breakfast . You will not run your car without fuel , and yet you won't expect your body to work without food .
I never thought about it that way .
I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat .
Oh doctor , I feel so foolish .
Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits .
I know doctor , thank you so much .
That sounds good .
What's playing at the Century Fox ?
Candlelight in the Window
Should we go see it ?
I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies .
How about ' Run of the Mill ? '
No . I heard that's really boring .
Why don't we go to a concert instead ?
Great idea !
It depends on which train do you take .
Is it far from here to Suzhou ?
Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou .
How long will it take to get there ?
About fifteen hours .
They're on special this week . They've been reduced to five dollars .
Is this the only kind you have ?
No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ?
Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide .
Very well . Just take your time .
12 hours , including 5 hours overtime .
That's tough indeed ! Do you think your health can afford ?
I don't care . I need money .
Surely you'll be paid extra for overtime , but do you think it's really worth ?
Yes , I think so . When I work overtime I'm paid time and a half .
Oh , yes . Money comes faster in that way than otherwise .
But jobs with a lot of overtime are quite limited . Employers usually don't like to pay for overtime if they can manage .
That's true .
Really ? I'm surprised . I didn't know his English was that good .
Sure , but this week is crazy for me . Can we make it next Monday ?
Ok , see you 10 o'clock next Monday !
That's fine . See you then .
Running a farm would be totally different to you current job .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Ok . I ' m pretty happy and I can go abroad .
Sure . We hope your wish will come true .
The United Nations should have more authority .
Oh , Really ?
I ' Ve heard this one before .
But this time I ' m going to stick to it . I really mean it ! Trust me , Carol , I ' m going to be a new man in one year ' s time !
Well , I guess we ' ll just have to wait and see .
Thanks , honey , that was a great meal . I ' m stuffed . Do we have any chips left ?
Yes , I hope I will be a manager in 5 years .
You ' re right . Everything is probably going to come to a head tonight . I ' ll keep you informed .
I went to the library and lost my bag .
Your bag ? Did you get it back ?
I went back for it . But it was already gone .
That ' s too bad . I ' m sorry to hear that .
$ 800 .
Can I pay by card ?
Surely of course . Give me your card please .
I'm now a secretary in my present work unit . My work is not interesting . I have to type , make copies , book tickets and so on . Everyday I follow the routine . Furthermore , I have studied English for four years at university , but I can ' t use it there . They are the reasons I plan to change my job .
Why are you interested in working with this company ?
One of my relatives told me that your company needs someone who can speak English . That's just the job that I have been looking for
Well , I don ' t like it , but I guess I don ' t have any choice .
Yes , I believe that it ' s crucial for me to know if a company is right for me , not just if I ' m right for the company . I ' Ve only been impressed by what I ' Ve read and heard and I see myself having
Commitment to the company and the team is very important to us here .
Well I ' m definitely a team player as well as being highly self-motivated . I believe this company can fulfill my long-term goals and offer me great upward mobility . Therefore you will find in me
Not some crazy diet fat I hope .
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
Sure , he's ready to be friendly with anyone .
Talking on the cell phone while driving is very dangerous too . It increases the chance of accidents .
I know . If a policeman catches you using the cell phone while driving , you will be fined .
Thank you for calling me . I will be there on time .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
Certainly , work always comes first .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
You got promoted ?
Well , it is not going to happen so soon , I guess .
You won a lottery ? Don ' t beat around the bush , just tell me , please .
Ok , I lost 5 pounds .
It is not only the earthquake , sir . But the mudslides . Much of the north half of the site has been covered over by mud .
Mud ? But Ivan told me there were no mudslides in that district . I thought all the mudslides were down in Chichitango .
That's what we thought , sir . That's what the news reported . But there was one little mudslide in our district too . Right above our site .
Oh , that's terrible ! What bad luck ! I wish we had never come to this country . But , if it isn't the strikes and the revolutionaries , it's the earthquakes . Our operations here are finished !
I'm sorry , sir .
It's not your fault , Yuri . But tell me . When will Ivan be able to get out there ?
Well , it took me about nine hours to get back here by car . If Ivan leaves tonight , I think he should be there by tomorrow lunch .
Good . I want an estimate of damages as soon as possible .
But sir ...
Yes , Yuri ?
I wouldn't recommend sending Ivan now . Especially not at night . The roads aren't safe .
Has the earthquake damaged the bridges too ?
No , sir . The bridges are fine . But I've heard rumors that the revolutionaries are coming down from the mountains . There has been fighting , sir .
Are you serious ? Fighting ? But I didn't hear anything on the news .
You know the government controls the press here , sir . They don't want it reported .
Oh , this is terrible , Yuri . Terrible ! So we can't even assess the damages . How can we do business in this country ? Either we're buried under mud , or we're in danger of getting kidnapped . No , I can't believe this mess !
I'm sorry , sir .
You don't have to keep saying that , Yuri . It's not your fault . But me--I'm the one who should be sorry . It was me who suggested operations here in the first place ! Oh , what can we do ?
Right , here you are .
Thanks .
Hm , It looks nice , but I ' d like to have something warm for the winter .
Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves . How about this one ?
I think that's what I want . How much is it ?
It's 75 dollars plus tax .
It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ?
Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer .
That's good . Could you wrap it for me ?
Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ?
No , that should be it . Thank you !
Why don't we just make it a friendly game ?
Don't be such a chicken ! Whoever loses has to treat everyone to a movie .
I'm afraid we have to reschedule it .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That'll be fine .
You can get a burger , or some Chinese food . Or maybe you can get some Mexican food .
I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food .
Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ?
I'm not sure .
When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express .
Do they do a good job on the food ?
The food isn't bad there .
I think I will get my food from Panda Express , too .
Great ! Uh , remember that there's a gift exchange , too . We all have to bring a gift .
I've already got mine .
( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents !
Here ! Open mine first .
Wow ! It's just what I wanted !
Hey ! Why don't I have any presents !
Of course . How're you ?
Great . Uh , Justin , would you like to see Otis Lesley on Thursday night ? He's at the Kangaroo Club .
I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday .
Oh ... that's too bad .
Yeah . I really like Lesley .
Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well .
Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ?
At eight sharp . How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ?
That sounds perfect . And let's go out for coffee after the show .
Sure !
See you at seven fifteen , Saturday .
Really ? How was it ?
Fantastic ! I didn't want to come back .
I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful .
They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap .
I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ?
Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing .
I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself .
Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ?
Yeah , it sure would .
Well , it ' s very comfortable just to drift here .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person should want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
Yes , I have prepared . I have also prepared a meeting memo .
Excellent . How about the microphone and speaker ?
I have also got them ready for the lecture .
Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests .
Sure .
How would you seat them ?
I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ?
Well , after the half of the meeting , there will be an interval for rest and refreshment .
Can you speak a little louder ? You sound very indistinct with the hissing noise .
Well , I can't hear you .
I hope your stay here was satisfactory , sir .
This could be a great hotel , once you get rid of the insects . The city itself is great .
I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit . Please have a pleasant trip home .
I agree . He is also an excellent speaker .
Yes , he is . Of course he makes mistakes , but who doesn ' t .
yeah , it ' s fair to say so .
I ' m a defender . It ' s a lot of fun . You don ' t have to be able to skate as fast on defense .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
When you take something out of the stores you need to update the stores database so we know when to reorder .
No , I don't think so .
I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look .
There must be a mistake .
Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid .
Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it .
Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it
Of course I did . Here is the receipt .
Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir .
That's all right .
Really ? I am surprised . He doesn't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife , does he ?
No , he doesn't . Anyway , his wife found out that he has been two-timing for a long time .
Well , I am really surprised . By the way , have you done anything behind my back ?
No . The only thing I've ever done behind your back is zipping you up .
I like that joke , but I hope it's true .
I hope it will be of some use .
Sounds delicious . OK . She'll try that .
Well , at least half a year . Do I have to do my own grocery shopping ?
Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you .
That is fine .
No , I didn't . That car was too fast .
Which lane were you in ?
I don't remember .
What was your speed then ?
40 miles per hour .
Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ?
Just straight .
OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ?
No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern .
No problem , Miss .
Yes , tell him Mr . Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back .
Alright . Mr . Cook , I have Mr . baker called you back as soon as he gets here .
Certainly without ice . Ice will spoil the taste .
Would you like to say ' when ' , please , sir . ( Pouring soda )
Whoa , when .
Enjoy your drink , sir .
OK . madam . I have refunded it . You have to pay $ 15 for it .
Yes , this runway is going to sparkle with glamour and style !
Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai .
And others directly from New York .
So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready .
Because you're going to love this show !
Fine , do you know where my office is ?
No , I'm not sure .
Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor .
I see .
Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then .
I'll see you then .
Looking forward to meeting with you !
Yes , I ' m quite satisfied with your qualifications .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
Employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance .
I expected too high from that movie , but I was a bit disappointed about it .
But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week .
Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty .
My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie .
What's it about ?
It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy .
I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life .
Let's go . The time is coming .
We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema .
Thank you for your warning .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
Great .
Will you be paying by cash , check , or credit card ?
I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ?
Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa .
I ' ll put it on my Visa card , then .
Very well , ma ' am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ' s rejected .
There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard .
Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199 . 00 , sign here , please .
Sure .
Here you go , and here ' s your receipt . Have a nice day .
Thanks . You have a good one , too .
If I win a lot of money , I shall buy you a mink coat .
I don ' t want a mink coat ! I want to see the world .
All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful
But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ?
If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again .
It ' s a pleasant dream , but everything depends on if !
Thank you .
Are you taking anything ?
I ' Ve got her a birthday present and I ' ll take a bottle fo wine too .
That ' s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ' s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ' t mind too much .
Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ' t be surprised if they went to the party too .
I ' m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast !
Well , don ' t be late . I ' ll see you on Friday at helen ' s .
Well , I was a diligent student when I stayed in my college . I dislike meeting the deadline , when I am working on a project . I am always willing to complete it well ahead of the schedule .
What is the greatest disappointment in your life ?
Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me .
Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ?
I will start my work at the beginning of next month .
Yes , I will .
Oh yes ! Sorry ! Then we drive to the M11 motorway .
How far is that ?
It ' s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south .
According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ' s the motorway that goes around the edge of London .
That ' s another 15 miles , so that ' s 22 miles total so far .
Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction !
Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 .
Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ' s the total distance ?
The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ?
22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ' s a total of 58 miles , isn ' t it ?
It shouldn ' t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way .
We can only go fast on the motor ways if there isn ' t much traffic . I think we should allow ourselves plenty of time to get there . Being early is much better than being late .
Thank you . Do I have to pay duty if I want to buy something ?
No , you don't have to . It's a duty-free shop .
Thank you so much .
Do you mean the one near the health centre on Old Slate Road ?
That's the one .
His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ?
He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money .
Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ?
No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise .
What a lucky man .
He still has a complaint though .
What's that ?
He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop .
The poor thing . It must be difficult being him .
You can say that again .
sure , I have a part-time job as a bartender .
cool ! It must be amazing to work at a bar !
yeah , but I ' m not there for fun . I have to remain professional and if I get distracted , the manager would be pretty upset .
that ' s true . I ' m wondering did you learn anything from the job ?
of course . There ' s always much to learn . I got to know more about the real world .
you mean you got working experience , right ?
not just working experience . I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life .
it must be very demanding .
sometimes it is . But after working for a few weeks , it ' s easy to figure out .
really ? It sounds interesting .
maybe you can come to the bar one day and I ' ll show you around .
great . I ' m looking forward to it .
Well , as they say , garbage in , garbage out . Let me correct this error , please .
Thank you . It's very nice when problems can be solved quickly .
When I deleted the $ 10 , the computer automatically added a $ 2 service charge .
Are you crazy ? You made the mistake and now you're charging me for your mistake ?
Sir , if it makes you feel any better , the $ 2 service fee used to be $ 5 .
Why don't you just stick a gun in my ribs and take everything I have ?
Unfortunately , sir , you'll have to pay the $ 2 , whether you like it or not .
Let ' s leave some room on this offer . I think that three hundred and twenty thousand dollars is a fair offer in this housing market .
We could try that , but I really want this house !
It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer .
How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ?
The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving .
Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ?
There really isn ' t anything else to do right now except wait . You are already pre-qualified for your loan .
But I don ' t like anyone who would drive me crazy by telling me what to do .
You are unfair to her . She is a very nice girl .
Oh , they are fine . They are enjoying their retirement .
Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Well , I am going to a football match . I need to go .
Say hi to your family for me .
Thanks , I will , byebye !
Oh , I'm sorry to hear that , sir . What exactly is problem ?
Well , easily , It doesn't work . It doesn't even start probably .
Oh , dear ! I'll do whatever I can .
Well , all tight . But you know , smoking does do harm to your health .
Yes , you are right .
Why don't you try and give it up ?
I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use .
I just got back from London .
How was your flight ?
It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though .
That ' s too bad . How long was the flight ?
It was 10 hours .
Did you have a layover ?
Yes , in Paris , France .
Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ?
Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate -- one for me and one for you !
Oh , you didn ' t have to ...
It was nothing .
Yes . Thank you .
Make sure that your customs forms are with you .
And ?
Before disembarkation , please get ready .
All right .
By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship .
Thank you for your reminding .
You will see the beautiful city .
I can't wait to see it .
Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
That ' s all right .
My check for $ 100 bounced .
Are you sure you have $ 100 in your checking account ?
I thought I did .
I ' ll check for you .
Thank you very much .
It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account .
That can ' t be right !
That ' s what my computer is showing .
All right . Thank you very much .
My name is Zhang Due .
Would you tell me what education background you have ?
I graduated from Beijing College of Foreign Trade . My major was International Trade .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes , I have been working in Lush Insurance Company for four years .
OK . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ?
Yes .
OK . I will accept you for a three months-period of probation . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes .
To tell you the truth , I am on the diet .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
It'll begin at nine o'clock sharp .
Can't we go to McDonald's first ?
No , sweetie . I'll make you some tomato soup and rice .
No , thanks .
And vegetables with porridge .
Blah ... What's that ?
This is all your medicine . You need to take it four times a day for three days straight .
How did you like the movie ?
I thought it was pretty good .
I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The storyline and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
It might be .
Can you go during the week , or can you only go during the weekend ?
Going to look at houses during the week is best for me .
Where would you like me to pick you up ?
I will meet you at the real estate office .
I am thinking of looking at three houses , and it will take about two hours .
That sounds good to me .
Once I contact the owners and confirm the times , I will e-mail you a schedule .
I don't know the exact time . Maybe I lost it last night when I was traveling on the bus .
Can you make a description of your wallet ?
It's a black leather one . There are my credit card and ID and some money .
Yes . I ' Ve got an infected wound .
How about this afternoon at 2:00 ?
That ' s fine .
Don ' t forget to bring your health card with you .
I ' ll bring the card . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
Yes , since 1993 , I ' Ve been employed as a clerk in the Beijing Branch of the DHAK Trading Corporation .
Why do you plan to change your job ?
Because I would like to get a job in which I can have good opportunity for advancement , and the job was not challenging enough .
Have you applied for work with any other companies ?
Yes , I applied with another company , but that was just to get experience in being interviewed .
If you are accepted at both places , which company will you choose ?
This one , of course . Your company is my first choice . I want to work for you .
I love the fresh air , the scenery the exercise , and the time to think .
Do you hike or fish on your trips ?
Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles .
Did you catch anything ?
Yes , but I threw them back .
How about Joining our summer camp next week ?
Great ! I can't wait .
The reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week .
Oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
She's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
Is there someone else I can talk to ?
She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
That will be fine .
Ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 then . See you then .
Let me see your ID .
I forgot to bring that with me .
You need it to pay your fine .
Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ?
Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are .
Okay , I think I understand .
All right , come back and bring your ID .
So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ?
Once you pay it , your record will be cleared .
My boss gave me a big project . I had to have it finished by this morning . It was so difficult .
You shouldn't work so hard .
I know , but hard work pays off . You know .
What do you mean ?
Maybe now I'll get that promotion I was hoping for .
We had seven , but we sold one this morning .
Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes ?
You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures .
Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one .
Yes , that one is very nice .
Now , does this come with a warranty ?
I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances .
That doesn't surprise me .
Even if it doesn't work , it's a beautiful collectible .
Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter .
Thank you .
It's much too hard for his age .
Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports were strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left .
But then there were some cracks in a number of cases . Almost all the bottom of the cases were loose .
That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling .
But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing .
But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps .
But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken .
I don't think the stevedores could have handled them with great care .
That's a big change from 25 % ! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit . Any other ideas ?
I don't think I can change it right now . Why don't we talk again tomorrow ?
Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this .
Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else .
I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground .
I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % .
Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat .
Then you'll have to think of something better , Robert .
Oh . It ' s pity you have to leave .
thank you for wonderful meat .
I'm glad you enjoy it .
I didn ' t know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ?
We ' re identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we are complete opposites when it comes to everything else .
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn ' t mention to your biological father .
I don ' t know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don ' t have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother ' s mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was meant to be .
They give me the opportunity to get to know someone better .
So you always have fun on dates ?
Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with .
Why not ?
My date may not be my type .
So then why would you ask them out in the first place ?
I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type .
Sounds like a huge waste of time to me .
Now that I think about it , it really is sometimes .
Ah , my girlfriend wanted to see that movie . I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time . How about The Cube ?
Isn't that a scary movie ?
How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun .
Ok . I'll give it a try .
That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
Ok , thank you . By the way , could you please tell me how I can get there from A community ?
Oh , you can take the subway , get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes . You will find a building . It will take about 40 minutes in total .
I got it . Thank you so much .
You ' re welcome .
No , thank you . I don't need any skirts .
How about a blouse ? This one here is the latest fashion .
No , thank you .
Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you .
No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know .
Take a look at this dress ! Don't you think it's perfect for you , ma'am ? Uh , where are you going , ma'am ? Ma'am ?
Retail price is 29 . 95 per unit . We take into consideration changes in supply cost when figuring this price .
Is that including tax ?
No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in .
How much is your profit margin then ?
Our profit margin is in the neighborhood of 20 % .
No way ! That's great ! Then we'll still be together !
Actually , I'm already working for WebTracker . Vince never wanted to give me what I was worth , so I figured , what the heck .
No kidding ! I can't believe this . You devil !
It's kind of cool , isn't it ? I'm sort of like a secret agent .
Of course . The website is ' www . zhilian - zhaopin . com . CN ' .
Hello , I was just looking for the guide .
I'm always at your service , sir . By the way , did you have a pleasant trip ?
Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take-offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired .
Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you .
Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible .
So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall .
I am sure we will . Actually , we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder .
Come this way , please . The coach is waiting outside .
Fine , let's go .
I also want to check out this video .
Is that all you would like to check out ?
That ' s all I need .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
Make sure to take proper care of this video .
That won ' t be a problem .
If you damage the video , you will be fined .
I won ' t damage it .
The lights were out everywhere .
A bunch of people went looting last night .
They what ?
They took full advantage of the lights being out .
That's crazy .
The news reported that four stores were broken into .
Were the looters found ?
The police don't know who did it .
I hope this doesn't happen again .
They are , keep the documents in chronological order , remove all the chips and pins , punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder .
And what is the most important point ?
You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule .
Steven , I ...
I haven ' t been completely honest with you Veronica , I ' m sorry . I ' m not a fireman . I ' m not even from the United States . I ' m a spy for the Indian government .
What ? Why didn ' t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ?
When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau .
What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me !
I ' m sorry , I wasn ' t supposed to meet you . I wasn ' t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real .
I can ' t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ' t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car !
Veronica , wait !
For two people . We would like a quiet table , please .
Of course . May I have your name , please ?
This is Mr . William .
Can you spell that , please ?
William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M .
Thank you , Mr . William . Goodbye .
Now let me show you around . This is our reception area , and our conference room is right over there . Over there is the sales department .
Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small .
Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there .
It looks like you guys work hard .
I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard . Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices .
Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs .
Sure thing .
Exactly .
Last night he told the children a cliff-hanger story and both of them were scared out of sleep .
I bet he is . He domed his own life .
Sorry , my English isn ' t so good . Could you speak a little slower ?
That's terrible . He speaks too fast . How can I catch his meaning ?
Again , as you see on your course outline , grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test , periodic quizzes , and classroom participation .
I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not .
I know , but just five more minutes .
I can't let you go back to sleep , because you won't wake back up .
I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes .
You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed .
I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes .
I don't want you to be late for school today .
I'm not going to be late today .
Fine , five more minutes .
Thank you .
Will you need all of them right away or can some wait ?
Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away .
You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ?
We have plenty of money for office supplies .
You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ?
I want to pick them up .
Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day !
You too !
Have you decided ?
Yes , I want to get a better job .
Could you tell me why you want to quit ?
I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues .
Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out .
I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay .
OK . I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you . However , I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay .
the office . Have you watched it ?
I've seen the British version and loved it , but have never seen the American version .
it's almost exactly the same . I think it's a hilarious show .
what are you watching now ?
they're just showing highlights of American Idol from last night right now .
I can't stand American Idol ! I think it's really over-rated .
I couldn't agree with you more .
have you got satellite , cable , or digital TV ?
we have digital TV . It's amazing though---even with 100 channels , there's often nothing on that I'd want to watch !
do you watch a lot of TV then ?
I guess so . I'm bit of a couch potato . How about you ?
I don't have a TV at home , so I rarely watch anything . Is there anything worth watching after the office ?
there's actually a documentary on the history channel later on that I'd like to watch . Do you want to stay and watch it with me ?
why not ? I don't have anything better to do !
I divided students into groups and asked them to generate their own ideas actively . It can help develop the problem-solving ability of the students .
Oh , I loved it . I only visited a couple of cities , you know . But I had a great time .
Well , tell me . What are they like ?
They ' re nice .
Those drug tests don ' t mean anything ! He probably took some other drugs to mask the steroids .
Just because Ben Johnson was juiced up doesn ' t mean all athletes are .
OK , OK . I ' m feeling a little dehydrated . Let ' s get something to drink .
Mazda . Honda and Nissan .
Honda is OK .
Not really . But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Yes , here you are .
I am sorry , we will change yours for a new one .
Thank you for saying that .
Very well . That can be arranged .
Yes . Floating bonus is the kind of bonus that is indeterminate in amount , such as quarterly bonus , bonus at the end of the year .
Really ? That's great ! Tell me .
OK . The first piece of job information I got was from the Internet , and it is about selling medicines .
What do you think of this job ?
I am not familiar with the medicine industry , and I don't think it fits me well .
Then how about the others ?
Another is about electronic commerce , and its products are mainly large machinery equipments .
I have heard about electronic commerce , and many people say it has good prospects for development .
I also feel it's nice . I want to give it a try .
Come on ! I believe you will succeed .
Thanks . You can also seek job information on the Internet .
Good idea . I will think it over .
Any vegetable ?
I'd rather have broccoli .
OK . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee .
All right .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends .
Really ? What can I do ?
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Yes , he is , Your Honor .
Plead your case .
I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true .
Why would the officer lie ?
I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it .
Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ?
No , my picture wasn't taken .
There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go .
Thank you very much , Your Honor .
Wait a minute , please---Mr . Wong , I'm terribly sorry . Our delivery truck had an accident today . I'm afraid your sofa won't be delivered until tomorrow .
Yes . No need to change .
What ' s the time ? My watch has stopped .
It ' s half past twelve .
When do you have lunch ?
From one to two .
What do you normally eat ?
We usually go to the cafeteria .
Oh , it ' s time to have lunch now .
let ' s go together .
He's working too hard .
Yes , but it must be treated in an effluent treatment plant first .
It's very dangerous , you know .
I want to try something exciting .
It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you .
I'll tell you all about it next Monday .
Well , take care of yourself , and don't say I didn't warn you .
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o ' clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I ' m hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ' s only seven-fifteen . I don ' t want to be the first one there again .
Don ' t worry . We won ' t be the first .
Romantic ? I can't remember what that word means .
Well , you have three kids , so you knew what it meant once upon a time !
Ha , ha ! Those days are long gone .
Well , you had more than one day ; couldn't you have fit it in on another day ?
Yes , I think so .
Either way , I only allow one missed assignment per semester . When will you be turning the make-up in ?
I'll make it up next week .
Fine , but it cannot happen again if you want an " A " in the class .
OK , I can do that .
Remember that you are in college now , not high school .
Any time will suit me .
Are you doing anything tomorrow ?
I'm free tomorrow .
I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ?
All right , see you then .
But I also want ya to do me a favor .
What ?
You gotta have some better deodorant .
I ' m sorry ? !
But you should pay special attention to your words and attitudes .
In the beginning of the interview , greet the interviewer with a kind smile .
In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' .
That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail .
When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions .
At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode .
Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor .
Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer .
In short , you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview .
Right , she is so excited and simply can ' t wait .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
Well , I ' m looking to get a custom-made suit .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
I ' m actually here on business .
I see and what do you do for a living ?
I ' m an IT salesman .
That sounds like a good job .
It ' s very interesting actually .
Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Okay . Um ... can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top .
Don ' t you worry , I ' ll take care of everything ! Oh my god ! I just love your curly hair ! It ' s so fluffy and cute ! You should totally let it grow out . An afro would look great on you !
Um ... no .
Okay , but you are going to be my masterpiece !
Ok . But is there anything wrong ?
It's just a regular inspection . Do you have anything to declare ?
I've got 6 packets of cigarettes and 2 bottles of champagne . Besides , I have two cameras , one is for my own use , and the other is a gift .
Well , the cigarettes and the champagne are not in excess of the duty-free allowance . But according to our law , each passenger is allowed only one camera duty-free . You ' ll have to pay duty for the other one .
Ok . Where shall I pay duty for it ?
Please wait a minute . I'll make out the duty memo ... Here you are . Take this and pay to the woman over there .
I've paid for it . Here's the receipt .
Very well . I hope you ' ll enjoy your stay in America .
Thank you .
Yes , it's pretty bright in there and big enough for our children to play .
What about the kitchen ?
The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires .
Are the plumbing all right ?
The plumbing seems OK , too . The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak .
The place is OK . Let ' s go there and have a look at it again .
Well , you do that when your nose needs blowing . I was talking about a way to make your throat heal faster .
No , please , Mom ! Don't make me gargle with saltwater !
It works better than any medicine , Lily . I'll make you a glass right now , and you'll finish it !
Actually , I could you some help . Thank you so much .
Don't worry about it .
To be honest , I don ' t plan in that much detail . My goals tend to be general ; I define success according to the job at hand . I see myself advancing as I succeed , but I don ' t necessarily dwell on
interesting ! And how do you feel about decision-making ? Are you an independent thinker , or do you depend more on your superior for direction ?
That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail
Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ?
I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled
So , your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper .
Stop producing cigarettes .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about printing a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
I want to make more contact with extra clients and use my organizational skills in the future .
That ' s too bad .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
Feynman Black . I want to leave on October 15th .
OK . Let me see . Air China has a flight on October 15th at 10:00 in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single or return ?
Single . How much ?
Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars .
OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
OK . Thank you .
They managed a 99:80 victory .
There are many sources , such as newspaper , Internet and direct visit .
Look at that big tree over there .
Yeah , oh my god ! It ' s still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then ?
You seemed to be dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
( Smile ) I can ' t believe this for it ' s been 20 years since we got married .
So do you feel happy now ?
I couldn ' t have been any happier !
Of course , we are the happiest family in the world .
Well , I'm under a lot of pressure . My boss is very pushy . He assigned me two projects . Now the deadlines are near and I still haven't finish one of them .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
Well , I guess no one can help me but myself . For the moment , I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress .
I know your feeling . Take it easy .
Yeah , I take this bus all the time .
Is it a very long bus ride ?
It's about thirty minutes long .
Do you know where we get off at ?
There's a bus stop right behind Macy's .
Really , there's a bus stop right by the mall ?
There's a bus stop in the mall parking lot .
That's convenient .
Absolutely .
Thank you very much . I think I lost it near the window .
Thank you .
Teresa Jones got a boob job .
Uh , I can see that . And Erica Falls has lost a lot of weight .
I've got something . You saw Taylor Smith ? Looks terrible , doesn't he ? I heard he ...
It comes to $ 15 .
I have been studying English since junior high school . And I majored in English in college .
I see , do you speak any other languages ?
Yes , I speak a little French and Japanese .
Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ?
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ...
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? to welcome the new year of course .
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . they always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
I'll have that taken care of immediately .
And may I have two more towels , please ?
No problem . We'll bring you the towels in just a minute .
Thanks .
I can tell it from your build .
Well as we know nothing comes out of a can . We have years of experience tailoring workshops to the specific needs of your company . We can hone in on your problem areas and have your employe
What a relief ! I was beginning to think it was no way to get my business rolling again .
That's what we're here for , the human resources help you need , when and how you need it .
He is really great . He has sold millions of records worldwide . He is especially known for his rocking performance at the football World Cup song-the Cup of World .
I heard one observer even said ' It was a song sung in Spanish for international football , and he made it so popular that even the Americans loved it . '
That's right . His voice ranges from the smooth sound of ballads to the highpowered rhythms of the Spanish Caribbean where he grew up . He has fan clubs across the world , from America to Russia , from England to Taiwan , from Norway to Australia .
We'd better also leave him alone .
I'll have a tomato juice and some iced tea .
Anything else ?
Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ?
Sure . Coming right up .
Tomorrow morning .
How long do you have to be there ?
Three days .
When will you be back ?
On Friday .
I used to play basketball when I was little , and I never scored a goal . Every time I watch a basketball game , I think about how horrible I was at it .
that makes sense .
how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ?
my absolute favorite is ice hockey .
have you ever seen a live game ?
sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch .
I've never really understood the game .
it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching .
thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ?
not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you .
that's a good idea .
let's watch the Canadian team . They have a good manager and a great coach .
Thank you for appreciating it .
To be honest , I like most of them , except for my Chinese teacher . She is quite young , but her class is too boring !
That's too bad . Do you have any foreign teachers ?
Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California .
What is he like ?
He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing .
Are you able to follow him ?
Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly .
Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher .
Absolutely ! If you come to our class , I am sure you will like him .
I ' m sorry . David is out to lunch right now .
Okay . I ' m his wife . Could you tell him to call me back when he returns ?
Sure . Does he know where to call you ?
Oh , thanks . Please tell him to call my cell-phone number .
Ok , I will .
Thank you very much .
No problem .
Sure , thank you .
We need a person with ability and flexibility .
That could explain all his stomachaches . He's trying to hide it from us .
Maybe that's why he didn't show up at the potluck . Have you seen him ?
No , but someone said he was in the men's room puking . Follow me !
All right . But it'll be difficult to buy tickets I suppose .
My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening .
What time does it begin ?
At eight thirty .
I'll come for you at about eight .
OK , I'll be waiting .
I would like everything on it , thank you .
Do you want any fries ?
Let me get some large curly fries .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ?
Is that everything ?
That'll be all . Thanks .
You're welcome , and your total is $ 5 . 48 .
Thank you . Here you go .
You ' ll have 10 days paid vacation every year .
What about the insurance and housing policies ?
We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance .
How often is the bonus ?
You ' ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year .
Do I have training opportunities ?
We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad .
Well , I don ' t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer .
Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days .
Ok , thank you for your time and patience .
You ' re welcome .
Yes , I have .
When ?
Ten days ago .
Could Dr . Cole like to attend the party ?
Yes , he will .
That's fine .
No , I don't drink .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
No problem . We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square . It's perfect for people busy with office work . It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details .
I'm sure they are wonderful , but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost .
Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there .
Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ?
Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place .
OK . Thank you .
Mr . Richard , this is Henry . I was interviewed by you last Tuesday .
You gave me a deep impression then . Can I help you ?
I ' m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position .
We have made the decision to hire you .
Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ' t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions .
I will , thank you for calling .
Sure I like shopping . Who is organizing the party ?
One of the girls in my office .
What's the occasion ?
There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme .
That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie .
Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ?
Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it .
Oh good .
Excellent , come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center , the one around the corner from my house . They have just the shop we need .
Quiet everybody !
Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans .
Oh , that would be very useful .
It was my pleasure . How about this evening ? I feel very hungry now .
Fine , I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area , food there is pretty spicy too . Shall we try that one ?
Ok with me . You are the boss . I will meet you downstairs after work .
OK , here are the clothes .
Please fill out the form sir .
I'm afraid we have to reschedule it .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . Stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That will be fine .
I have to work during the day , so I want to find a part-time course that I can do in the evenings .
what kind of course are you looking for ?
I need to improve my English .
do you want a one-to-one private tutor or a group class ?
I think a one-to-one course will be too expensive for me , so a group class would be fine .
have you ever considered taking one of our online courses ?
I think I prefer face-to-face instruction better .
that's fine . If you want , you can sign up for a pre-sessional interview .
what's that for ?
one of our qualified teachers will interview you so that they can find a class that suits you best .
do you have a brochure about the course that I can take home to read ?
sure . Here's a brochure about out English classes that meet in the evenings .
thanks . I'll read through it tonight and get back to you tomorrow to sign up for a course .
I hope so .
Remember , they want someone who works well with people . You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are .
Thanks , I'll keep that in mind .
Meat , I think .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ?
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml .
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
Well , you have to get 166 credits , including required courses and optional courses .
OK . And how long does it take to get a bachelor's degree ?
It can be completed in four years normally .
I see . Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
I think that would be nice .
Is there anything you would like to do next time ?
Do you want to go out to eat ?
I'd like that .
So I'll see you next time .
I'm going to call you soon .
I'll talk to you later .
See you soon .
Goodbye .
I like this one . How much is the rent ?
$ 850 a month .
Does the rent include utilities ?
No . Utilities are extra .
Where ' s the laundry room ?
It ' s on the other side of this floor .
What ' s your rule about pets ?
We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit .
How come ?
If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ' ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ' ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ' t allow pet snakes in the apartment .
who takes care of bug control ?
We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in .
Thank you very much for taking your time . I ' m still deciding . I will call you tomorrow .
At first it was , but now I've got the basics . It ' s fun .
Oh , it's so quiet here . We have the park to ourselves , only you and me !
Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left .
Oh , I see them . Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu .
A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China .
I think I'll Ty the crisp deep-fried chicken .
Yes . The scenery there is so breathtaking
Really ?
Yes , of course . It's really worth visiting .
Right . In the countryside , things are more complicated .
Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities ?
It depends . In some poor , underdeveloped areas , children's education is a problem . Many kids cannot afford to go to school .
Who will be there ?
James is going to be packed off there .
That is good . He can leave you alone this time .
In fifty yuan bills , please ?
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
Let me take a look . All right , that ' s no problem . See you then .
You ' re right . But you know it ' s so hard to give up the old habit like smoking .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
No , not at all . Go ahead .
Well , I was wondering what the salaries are like ? I mean ... are they much lower than the corporate world ?
Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation .
Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true .
I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that .
Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move .
Yeah , I guess I am . Working at a university is really suits me .
Yes , of course . Assembly would be quite a simple matter . Cycle dealers could put them together in a very short time .
Sales have been exceptionally good during the past twelve months .
Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ?
All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you .
Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ?
Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra .
That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this .
Thanks .
What time ?
We'd like to be seated at 8p m .
Smoking or non ?
Non-smoking .
What name is the reservation under ?
My name is Paul .
Ok . Please arrive at seven forty-five . We can only hold the table until 8,15 .
I disagree with you . Companies usually make a workable and reasonable plan for the trainings , so as to improve new comers ' understanding of the company and its rules in short time . Through the training , we get to know many things , such as the corporate culture and spirit . Our newcomers can really grasp the essence of the company
Mike suggests me to return it .
That ' s what I want to say .
Ah , yes . There's big cavity .
Can you fill it ?
I'm afraid not . The tooth is too far gone . It'll have to be taken out .
Then I might as well have it out now .
You'd better wait . The gums are swollen . Take the medicine I prescribe and come back in three days .
Of course . Here you are .
Your seat is in cabin No . 5 , the upper deck . It ' s near amid ship .
Can you direct the place for me ?
There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there .
I see . Thank you .
You are welcome . Have a good trip !
Of course . Just give me your fax number .
It's 212-331-7600 .
Okay . I'll fax the itinerary to you immediately .
Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
Well , I am sorry you have to leave so early .
Thank you very much . I really had a good time .
Well , thank you for coming .
So see you .
Bye .
I recommend you ride a bike instead of commuting by bus . It may offer you many benefits . First , it's good for your health . I'm afraid it's not necessary for me to further elaborate . While lots of people spend time like an hour each morning exercising , a bike ride to work not only builds you up , but also makes full use of time . You might as well sleep out for a longer hour .
I know cycling is always a more favorable choice than a bus . After all , it's a sport . But do you think it a pleasant experience to take in the dirty , polled air on the road ?
Well , such things are just unavoidable in a great metropolis like Beijing . I think a still more desirable benefit is psychological . Bicycling home after work can help release your stress . Life in the offices is miserable . You just sit there in a daze , gazing at the monitor and dealing with files and documents . Why don't you give a full play to your energy after work ? Enjoy the speed on the road . Just think , you are flashing past the poles with your own energy . How great !
Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
Sure . I don't want to waste even a minute .
It sucks . But Arden told me he's satisfied with my qualifications and experience .
He's the only one of the several to decide this .
How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news .
I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you .
But I lost the chance .
Keep working hard , and then you will get another chance of promotion someday .
Actually , I'd like to open one of each , if that's possible .
No problem , sir . What sort of time deposit account would you like to open ?
What are my choices ?
The minimum time period is three months . The longer the period , the higher the interest rate . If you withdraw your money before time is up , there are penalties .
In Thailand .
I must say I think that is very odd . Are you absolutely certain it was her ?
Yes . yes , I am sure .
Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ?
Quite sure . I mean that hair of hers and the voice of hers .
I ' m depositing a check .
Please sign the back of the check .
There you go .
Do you want cash back ?
Yes , please .
How much cash would you like ?
I want $ 150 .
Here ' s your $ 150 .
Thank you , and have a nice day .
It must be old .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
I will , thank you .
Actually , you might because there ' s a big convention in town this weekend .
I ' m not too worried about it . I always seem to find something .
Yes , that'd be all right .
It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out .
No , Officer , not at all .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn't paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That's definitely true . I'm going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Where shall we go now ? A Chinese restaurant or a local one ?
I suppose the local one .
What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love things like this ?
I had my own ways of finding out . It ' s a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you , Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK . Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next Let's sing " Happy Birthday " to Mary .
It is so very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
Yeah , he has no children , so he sometimes feel s very lonely . I often go to his house to play and talk with him . That makes him feel very happy .
I believe every company has its own salary criterion . And you will give me a satisfying salary according to my abilities and performances .
He ' s not answering . You ' d better check his pulse and breathing .
Oh , no . He ' s not breathing , and there ' s no pulse . Call 911 .
Hello ? Yes . Someone has passed out at Connecticut Ave . and 1st St . He isn ' t breathing and does not have a pulse . Yes . My friend is performing CPR . OK . Thank you . They ' re sending an ambulance . Here , let me help .
Really ? Maybe I ' ll do that then .
Ok well , you let me know your schedule and I ' ll book a ticket for you .
Ok . Thanks for that !
I didn't know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ?
We're identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else !
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father .
I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was ment to be .
You ' re a liar !
I ' m not happy about it , either .
Who voted for him ?
I guess the people wanted him as our new leader .
That ' s the dumbest thing that I ' Ve ever heard .
I have to tell you something else that you probably won ' t like .
What could be worse than what you just told me ?
I wasn ' t serious , because Obama got elected .
That ' s fantastic ! You really got me there .
Thank you , but I really want to relax myself . I ' m very sorry .
OK . Don ' t let it get to you . Goodbye .
Don't be in such a hurry . I'm confident that you'll be completely recovered in 4 to 6 weeks .
Is there anything I should do ?
You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while .
Should I take some medicine ?
Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please .
It's very kind of you .
You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery . Goodbye .
Yeah ! I called him after I got home to arrange our next date , but unfortunately his grandma is sick so he has been busy every night visiting her in the hospital .
She was patient , kind , fun , smart , caring , and yet strict , too . I really learned a lot from her .
What kind of things did you learn ?
She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do .
Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ?
If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it .
You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ?
She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined .
I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students .
Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Really ? Doesn ' t every teacher have a teacher ' s pet ?
Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ' t treat me any differently . She really didn ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Do you know what she is doing now ?
As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ' s book .
Have you ever read one of the books ?
Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books .
Why don ' t you recommend one to me ?
ok ! I ' ll bring one to you next time .
No . I've been visiting relatives recently .
That's nice . Where have you been ?
I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco .
Are you busy now ?
No . Why ?
How about a coffee in that cafe ?
Great . Let's talk over coffee .
Dancing . The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us .
Oh , how wonderful ! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys .
I'll surely make introductions for them .
Really ? How did you get the chance ?
I have been accepted by Oxford University on PhD .
My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University .
I really appreciate your kind words .
Fine , I ' ll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday .
Does this one look big enough ?
Yes , it's the right size , but it weighs too much .
Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ?
It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking .
Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it .
I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ?
Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ?
Oh , I'm sorry . Here's the lid . Yes , it comes with the pan .
English . I've liked English ever since middle school , and then in university , I had some excellent teachers .
How were your scores in university ?
They are above 90 . I ' m in the upper third of my class . I have worked hard at my major subject .
Not a lot , actually . Busy at work of course - we've got a big project coming up in Malaysia . I may have to go to KL in a few weeks .
That's great . When are you starting ?
Probably in a week or two . I'll let you know .
No , this is the second time .
That's right . It's normal if you don't often take the plane . Just relax a little bit .
Why this happens to me when I am on the plane ? I feel bad .
Don't worry , sir . It's just because of the lower pressure .
What should I do about it ?
You may feel much better if you chew some gum or peanuts .
OK , thanks . Does it work really ? I'll give a try .
Are you feeling better now ? Do you need some pills ?
Much better . Thank you . I just feel tired but I can't fall asleep .
So , you'd better wear this eyeshade and you will sleep well .
I am not used to wearing that . Thanks .
If you try to adapt yourself to your destination's local time , you'll feel more comfortable . So please try to sleep , and have meals according to Los Angeles's time .
Thank you so much .
You are welcome . Please press the button when you need any help .
Yes . It was a friend ' s birthday party . We drank all kinds of things-beer , wine and spirits . After midnight , we were even drinking cocktails !
It ' s a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks . You should stick with one for the whole evening .
I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ' t think I ' Ve see you drunk .
I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints .
You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ' m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ' t ' want another bad hangover .
Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ?
Yeah . That ' s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine .
Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ' s the money .
Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ?
Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ...
... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not .
Yes . I ' m looking forward to it .
Jacob , you have the luxury of having a haircut that rarely needs styling . I don ' t . I have to set aside about an hour and a half to get ready in the mornings . Every day , I wake up and head straight for the shower . Every second day , I wash my hair . If it ' s a hair-washing day , I frequently need to wash my hair twice because it gets really oily . Then I usually put in a conditioner and have to rinse that out too . Because my hair is so long , I seldom manage to take a shower in under twenty minutes . Afterwards , I often put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I wait for it to brew . I take a long time to get dressed in the morning . Every now and then I remember to choose my outfit the night before , but usually I do it in the morning . In all , getting dressed takes about half an hour , at which time my hair is now semi-dry so then I have to style my hair . From time to time I ' ll put my hair up , butoften times I bloody it straight . And then , because of the texture of my hair , I regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it from frizzing . That ' s another twenty minutes or so . After that , I have my daily makeup routine .
True , I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on , even when you show up to class in sweatpants . Tell me , how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning ?
Not funny .
Is there anything special you'd like ?
Just bring me three bottles each of Jim Beam and Perrier .
Okay , sir . Three of each . Would you like anything else ?
The fruit basket was great . I need a few more apples , please .
Perrier , Jim Beam , and apples . Is that it for now ?
Yes , one last thing
Your order will be brought to you momentarily , sir .
I transferred from another school .
Where did you transfer from ?
I was at PCC before .
Why did you transfer ?
I was going to go here first , but my grades weren ' t good enough .
Did you like it at PCC ?
PCC is an incredible school .
Well , I wish you luck here .
I ' m sure I ' ll like it here .
Mmmm ... I'll have to think about it .
OK . Just think for a bit . I'll go help another customer . I'll be right back .
Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we'll find someone eventually !
That's OK .
Come on , Hugh ! Tea is for wimps ! Please , I need your help .
If you want to be macho , order a double shot of espresso .
Now you're talking . That sounds good . What is it ?
There are several tiny countries in the world too . Countries like Monaco are smaller than many cities .
Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia . European countries are relatively small . France looks quite big in Europe , but compared to many countries in other continents , it ' s not very large at all .
Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world .
The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used . Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest .
You mean the seventy seventh ? It's not far from here . You can walk there .
Well , we are so tired today . Can you tell me which bus I should take ?
Bus No . 12 .
Thank you so much .
What do you mean ?
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The tow just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
Be careful , Tom . Those are pretty heavy .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
OK I will try it . Do you have a small portion ? I am afraid I can't finish the large one .
Yes madam . I will give you the small one .
Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon
Bye , Jason .
I'm afraid I know less than you do . Tell me more about her , will you ?
No , it's not far .
How far is it ?
About a mile and a half .
How long does it take to get there ?
5 minutes or so .
Is it close to the subway station ?
Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there .
Thanks a lot .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at five thirty .
I am frigid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
See you .
See you .
Yes . My name is Lin Tao , the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation .
I see . Wait a minute , please .
( 2 minutes later ) Mr . Lin , Mr . Charles can see you now . This way , please .
Yes , he is .
I'm glad to hear that . In case he's not insured , the hospital will never accepts any patient .
Oh , sorry , I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic .
So what items must be involved in this report ?
First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year .
Yeah , is that all ?
Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events .
That's too complicated .
And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report .
Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ?
I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports .
But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ?
OK , no problem . But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time .
Could you move smoothly ?
Yes . My face even ached in the icy wind .
What happened afterwards ?
I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was .
Poor girl !
Any marks on his face ?
No , I don't think so .
Glasses ?
No .
What about his hair ?
Black or dark brown .
Long or short ? Straight ? Curly ?
Straight , I think , and about average length
Boy , this sure doesn't help us much . It could be anybody . How about his cloth ? What was he wearing ?
But would it be relaxing ? By summer . I ' ll be quite tired from doing so much work . The last thing I need is to use more energy racing around Australia . I ' d need another holiday to recover from the holiday !
Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ' d be doing something different and not working .
Do you think so ? I ' m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ?
I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers !
That doesn ' t sound too bad . I ' d certainly like to go diving . That ' s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean .
We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like .
We ' d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ' s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow .
It looks like I might have convinced you to go to Australia !
They are attending an international conference here .
Which hotel are they staying at ?
They are staying at the Hilton Hotel .
It's a fifteen-minute intermission .
The seats are excellent . We're right in the center .
It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great .
I can't agree more .
Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ?
In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents .
Do you have large concert halls in your city ?
We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller .
That's great . Well , we'd better get back to our seats . It's about to start .
That's good . Maybe you'll get promoted .
I hope so .
I ' m your wife , not a housewife . I have my own work .
Hum ...
What personality traits do you admire ?
Honest , flexible and easy-going .
What leadership qualities did you develop as an administrative personnel ?
I feel that learning how to motivate people and to work together as a team will be the major goal of my leadership .
How do you normally handle criticism ?
Silence is golden . Just don't say anything ; otherwise the situation could become worse . I do , however , accept constructive criticism .
What do you find frustrating in a work situation ?
Sometimes , the narrow-minded people make me frustrated .
How do you handle your conflict with your colleagues in your work ?
I will try to present my ideas in a more clear and civilized manner in order to get my points across .
To secure employment hopefully with your company .
How long would you like to stay with this company ?
I will stay as long as I can continue to learn and to grow in my field .
Of course it does . It ' s like a modern tale of Romeo and Juliet . You can see a couple who are in love but can ' t be together because they are so different . And in the fact that immortality and super human strengthen this really sexy and there you have it ! Plus the cast is hip , young people that make the movie even more enticing .
I don ' t buy into that . I think it ' s just a fad . Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will be into wear-wolves or zombies !
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Will that be it ?
Yes , that's all .
Dark blue .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
So you think it's OK for people who are dieting to eat chocolate , don't you ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be treated seriously ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever .
And have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
I used to take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size that I am now !
Sounds good . I'll take that .
I am sorry , I don't know .
well , do you think I could leave a message for him ?
Certainly .
Yes , my little Paul is finally a doctor . They grow up so fast you know .
He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course !
Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently .
Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended .
Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday !
But of course ! Well , it ' s been great talking to you , but I have to get going .
Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee !
That would be great ! Give me a call !
See you soon ! Bye ! Egg ... I can ' t stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter .
I know what you mean .
How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ?
I am leaving in two weeks .
So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards .
Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ?
Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ' clock . Is that ok ?
7 is fine with me .
Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty .
I'll be waiting .
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
I think that their attitude is rather casual .
So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ?
I have absolutely nothing so far .
You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ?
Yes , where should we go from here ?
Focus on being relaxed and open , don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about . I'm sure you'll do well .
I will go to Japan on business for 5 days next Tuesday . I want to exchange some Japanese yen .
I see . Will you bring a lot of money with you ?
Not really . I plan to bring some cash and withdraw money at the ATM in Japan .
Do you have the bank card in Japan ?
Nope . You can use the credit card to withdraw the money in foreign countries .
That sounds really convenient . Do you pay extra money to enjoy this service ?
No . It is free of charge .
Great ! I will apply for a credit card when I go to the bank later .
I think we are running out of time . The bank is going to close soon .
Whew ! That sounds more like my price range . I'll take two liangs .
I'll have my brother cut some for you .
This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ?
That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon !
Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ?
Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life !
And how about these little brown chips ?
Oh , that's deer horn . That helps you ... umm , how should I put it ?
Thanks .
It's OK .
Would it cost a lot more ?
It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard .
I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color .
Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it .
When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ?
Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday .
Yes . But those are the rush in that moment . And my boss ask me to do some urgent letters .
Didn ' t you tell him you have an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I ' Ve finish in five minutes . and I didn ' t want to be difficult about just few minutes , if I hadn ' t been missing the bus and in the traffic I wouldn ' t have been so late . I ' m sorry .
Well . You ' re here .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Just fine . I see . Aren ' t you busying tomorrow evening ?
Let me see . Akha . No , I guess I ' ll be free .
Well , why not dine out together and go to the moves .
Sounds like a good idea .
Ok . I ' l l pick you up at 6 o ' clock .
Thank you for your inviting me . See you then . Bye Tom .
Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ?
Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears .
All right .
Oh , What a cool job ! How long have you worked there ?
About two years now .
What's that ?
Management decided to give him four brand new white shirts . That's their way of telling him that his new style of dressing down is not quite acceptable .
That ' s the flower girl and the ring bearer . I ' m pretty sure they ' re the groom ' s niece and nephew . Oh , they look so cute !
I just hope the priest makes it quick . I ' m starving . I hope the food ' s good at the reception .
That ' s all you ever think about , food ! Oh , I think the bride ' s coming now ! She looks gorgeous . Wait , what ' s she doing ? Where ' s she going ?
Oh great ! Does this mean that the reception is canceled ?
Yes , ' One customer--one file ' is essential . And remember to update them timely .
And each file should be named clearly , either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals .
Correct .
A card index is very important in the filing system . It is a most helpful friend to a secretary , so it must be kept handy and up to date .
Yes , prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office .
Well , this connection might be a bit too slow for your needs . I suggest you get the premium package for fifty dollars a month which includes a connection speed of two megabytes . That way you can play games online without any lag . This package also includes a wireless router and a personal firewall absolutely free !
Do I have to pay an installation fee ?
Lucky for you , this month we aren ' t charging our normal installation fee . You are saving yourself 100 bucks right there ! And we ' ll throw in this pen drive !
Awesome !
My roommate ' s having a party .
Can you tell me something about yoga ?
Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy .
How do you feel when you practice yoga ?
Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot .
But it will help you keep fit .
Sure . But more importantly , I can have peace of mind .
But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones ?
It depends . So you must be careful buying second-hand goods .
Do you know what movie you're going to watch ?
I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ?
None that I can think of .
Well , would you like to go ?
Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass .
All right . Another time then .
That sounds very reasonable .
By the way , how long is my probation ?
Generally it is 6 months and during this period you are half-paid .
Of course , Sir . If I could have your details again and your ID , I'll check them and we can go on .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow to the breathalyzer , please .
But sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse the blow , you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded .
OK , I will blow .
Your BAC exceeds legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle .
Oh , no !
Let me use my credit card .
Now , if you'll just sign here .
No problem .
I hope you enjoy your purchase . Good-bye .
Of course not , it is made of pure silk .
It sounds like you weren't expecting that .
I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away .
Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some .
Thanks , but tomorrow's payday I can make until then . Thanks any-way .
How many years is my lease for ?
In three years your lease will be up .
Can I move out before those three years ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why would you keep it ?
I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract .
I get it now .
I hope that I cleared things up for you .
Does that make any difference ?
Can't be greater . If you ride on bumpy , hilly roads , a mountain bike is what you need . But if you just ride comfortably along the city lanes , you might choose a road bike .
Are they designed differently ?
A road bike features skinny tires and a light-weight frame . Its riding position puts you bent over the handlebars . It's not particularly beefy in construction , and generally , it won't stand up well under heavy loads or on really rough surfaces . In contrast , mountain bikes have wide tires and a stout frame . You sit higher on them and don't have to hunched over .
Well , the rate is two dollars for the first two kilometers and twenty cents for each additional two hundred meters .
I see . Thanks for your drive .
Some people believe that a tough approach is better . Other prefer a more lenient approach .
I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others .
That ' s possible , but I ' m not sure it would really happen like that .
You ' re right .
Are you sure about that ?
I'm quite sure . I've always loved working with children .
Why ? What does she want to be ?
She wants to be a manager .
What classes does she take ?
She takes classes in accounting and business .
I'm just a little tired .
Why ?
I have a lot of work to do in the company recently .
How is your family ?
Pretty fine , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ' s two o ' clock . I must go now .
OK , see you next time .
See you .
Where in China are you from ?
Fujisan Province .
There are a lot of people from China visiting right now .
It's not surprising . Our school year just ended , and a lot of Chinese are on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay ?
About half a month .
All right . Here's your passport . Welcome to Australia .
Thank you .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
There is no need to do like this . We can surf the net and find some templates for resume .
Sounds good . I will do it in a jiffy . OK ! Let's put our heads together .
You said it . We can also find some helpful advice from some experts .
Terrific !
Just yesterday . I'm still getting used to it .
Well , it looks very nice .
Thanks .
My class is in the C building .
I know where the C building is .
Do you mind telling me where it is ?
Of course , which room number is it ?
Number 261 .
I actually have a class right around there .
Can you please show me ?
I can do that .
Do you come here often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can't hear you , the music's too loud .
Let's go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that's why I'm here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That's good . It's good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don't mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I'll do it in a park .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
Then please look at this suit .
Does this suit come in other color ?
Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown .
How much is the brown one ?
US $ 138 .
Then I'll take it .
It better , because I'm already late for work .
I can't stand riding the bus .
Me too , it's so unreliable .
That is true .
It's also horrible having to be at a bus stop in any kind of weather .
Exactly . That ' s the worst part .
I think it's time we started driving .
Yes , I agree .
I see , thank you .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
I'll go get it really quick .
Please hurry .
Here it is .
Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork .
I need to use a pen .
Here you go .
Thank you very much .
Thank you . Now turn in your application at Window B .
We will only be needing it for Sunday .
Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it .
The only two drivers will be Mary and I .
If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ?
Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ?
OK , but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest .
What's up ?
My manager jumped on me for my mistake today .
You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing .
I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well .
You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done .
But I doubt myself .
Cheer up ! Don't let me down . We all make mistakes , and that is life .
I'm so humiliated ! What's that man saying ? Everyone's laughing !
He said you obviously prefer Greek comedies to Greek tragedies .
Woo , I can't help being there .
Here is our brochure . It'll help you get acquainted with our products and company .
Thank you !
Well , I think you should pay upon arrival .
Well , I think that's the only thing I can do .
Thirty for each adult , twenty each kid .
I see . Where can I get the food ?
Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables . The hot dishes are on the other side .
Do I need to pay extra charges for drinks like cola and juice ?
Not for soft drinks . But we charge ten yuan for each alcohol order .
Don't take any chances . It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again . He's already mad at you for last 2 times . Any more and he might fire you .
You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ?
I think he might . You'd better go to his office .
You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic .
Good luck !
You have a very good taste , this pair is the latest product .
What function does this watch have ?
Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun .
Sounds good .
In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof .
How long is the guarantee ?
We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty .
How much does the pair cost ?
2,200 $ .
It is a bit expensive . But it is worth buying one's favorite . I will take them .
I've got the details here . 10,000 RIB sent by Mr CK Chen from Guangzhou . Could I see some ID ? You passport , for example ?
Here you go . Can I deposit some into my account and take some in cash ? I need 1,000 RIB for my expenses , you see .
That's no problem . Could you please sign here ? Here's the 1,000 RIB in cash , your passport back , and the remaining balance has been deposited in your account .
I feel a little overwhelmed by so many papers .
Don ' t worry about how many papers there are . We are going to look at them one at a time .
My boyfriend is an attorney and told me that I could fax him anything if I had a question .
Please get any outside help that you need in understanding your escrow documents .
Is this the last thing that I will need to do before the house becomes mine ?
At the close of escrow , the house will be yours !
Oh , it's a service charge .
But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ?
Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule .
My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ?
Yes .
Great . Here it is .
Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ?
Yes , please . Thank you very much .
It'll be great to have you again .
Thank you very much .
Thank you .
It's just a formality , but for hire purchase we usually require references .
What kind of references do you need ?
Perhaps your employer could supply us with one .
I'm sure he could , but I prefer not to bother him . Would my bank do ?
Certainly . A simple letter from your bank would be quite satisfactory .
Don't get nervous and freaked out .
Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation .
There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners .
Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
You should admit your weakness frankly .
Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best .
You must have confidence in yourself .
We do not want to place ourselves in an inferior position . We are a good , small company---that's why you are interested .
Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ?
If you take a 75 % position in the venture , we would take a back seat to you .
I asked the owners , and they said that everything was great with the house .
The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future .
I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes .
I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems .
What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ?
I found some fairly major problems . A major support beam in the roof is broken , and the shower floor leaked and rotted out the second-floor joist .
We should choose from the backups .
That ' s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match .
That ' s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle .
That ' s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played .
Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ' ll play inside , OK ?
I agree with you . I think we ' ll play much better than before .
Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic .
Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ?
Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ' m not the boss . Just kidding .
Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ?
Yeah , what ' s up ?
Don ' t you think she looks like your daughter ?
I also have a doubt . Oh , kill me softly , she is May .
Firstly , your answer should go straight to the point , and be clear and brief .
State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details .
Never should you give an answer completely beside the point .
If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly .
Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule .
Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly .
Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can .
It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer .
Let me see ... I think I can have them insured for five hundred dollars .
Five hundred dollars , so you pay ten dollars for the insurance , that's two percent of the total value of the article .
Here's a check for ten dollars .
Oh , my God !
I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station .
I will . Thank you .
Is it just a bus ?
Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need .
Wow ! That sounds like pure luxury .
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
Have you packed the camera yet ?
Yes . I've already put it in my suitcase .
Pack some necessary medicine in your carry-on .
I almost forget it . Thank you !
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
Are you throwing me out ?
This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ' t make good on your rent .
If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ?
You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter .
I will go get the money right now .
Thank you . Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier ' s check .
That's good . I will take it .
Who would you like to talk to ?
I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent .
Is that Mr . Edna Kent ?
That's right .
What number are you calling from , please ?
From code 513 , 432-6748 .
And the number in Japan , please ?
Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 .
Hold the line , please . I'll put your call through .
Oh , yes . Hello Mr Simons . I have some information about your L / C amendment . The negotiating bank has just informed us that the 3rd party does not wish to accept the amendment .
Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ?
I'd recommend going back to the 3rd party , personally this time , and discussing what exactly it is they aren't happy with . Hopefully you can reach some sort of agreement , which is viable for everyone .
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
It was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
What did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
Sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
How could it be ?
While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
You didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
Nothing . Just that I don't care for these carrots . Hi , sis . , I saw you buy some chocolate cakes . I am done with the main course . It's about time for some dessert .
Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak !
No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots .
Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you .
I know , but chocolate cake is even better .
Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now .
Well , actually , I don't mind eating carrots , but chocolate cakes are much better . You know I was born with a sweet tooth .
No , sir . I'm sorry you can't .
Everything I need is on the list .
Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ?
Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ?
Is it ready to be picked up ?
I believe so .
No problem . I'll do that for you .
I really appreciate you doing this for me .
It's no problem at all .
I ' m doing it ! I ' m driving ! This is awesome ! Let ' s turn some music on !
Keep your eyes on the road ! No music ! We are coming up to a red light , step on the brakes . What are you doing ? I said the brakes ! Look out for those people ! Get off the sidewalk !
Get out of my way ! This is just like playing video games !
It ' s the police ! Pull over !
They ' ll never take me alive !
I think you have chicken pox ! You are contagious ! Get away ! Don ' t breathe on me !
Maybe it ' s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ' t be sure until I see a doctor .
Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ' t get it when I was a kid and I ' Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult !
Are you serious ? You always blow things out of proportion . In any case , I think I ' ll go take an oatmeal bath .
Don't be silly . We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves .
I know .
That's good . You can make breakfast yourself if you don't like it .
What is there besides coffee ?
I warmed a couple of snails , and your eggs are in the frying pan .
Oh , my God . It's nearly eight , I have no time to have breakfast now . My watch says seven fifty .
Don't worry . It's only ten to seven . You must have forgotten to set your watch back .
Yes , it was . The clock on the wall says eight to seven .
Yeah . Keep on eating your breakfast . You can catch the early bus .
Gee . I could have slept another hour .
Mr . : Right here is the cafeteria .
It's huge !
Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room .
There must be about 50 computers in here .
Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium .
Do I have to take gym ?
Mr . : Just like everyone else .
Why ?
If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview .
Yes , you are right .
If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing .
Sure . Why didn't I think of that ?
So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview .
Then how can I make the appointment ?
You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview .
Ok , I see .
If you succeed in doing that , you must attend the interview on time .
Read it !
UCLA accepted me !
Really ?
I ' m not joking . I got accepted !
I ' m so happy for you !
UCLA was my second choice , but I ' m happy knowing I ' Ve been accepted .
I am really proud of you .
You have no idea how proud I am of myself .
Yes . I think they should just let them fly free , and not try to sell them to foreigners . It is a kind of destruction of nature .
Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population .
Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here .
How much are they ?
This one is 2300 dollars . Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ?
If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ?
Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this .
Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac .
Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it .
Let's go ask about it .
Great . I can ring you up over here . It comes to $ 87 . 04 .
Here you go ?
Do you have a credit card with us ?
No I don't .
If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today .
Not today . Thanks though .
No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know .
Sure .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ?
Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day .
Great . Thanks for your help .
Thank you , and have a great day .
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
No , I don't .
OK . Don't forget to get your ticket three days ahead .
How much is it going to cost ?
Nothing . It's free .
Is that yellow bus it ?
Let's go sit in the back . All the cool kids do .
May I call you at your home about our final decision ?
Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon .
We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job .
Thank you for your interview .
I'll take it .
It was a charge for a $ 350 purse that I never bought .
You didn't make this purchase ?
I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large .
Sorry . When was this purse purchased ?
It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3
We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this .
In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ?
No . We'll take care of everything .
Ha-ha ... I'm just fatigued . And tomorrow is a big day .
What's tomorrow ?
More sales !
Congratulations to you .
Thank you .
Be patient , miss . It'll just be a second .
Thank god ! A car's leaving . It's my turn !
But we need the wood .
But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood .
would you like to go to skating ? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday . It's great up there . Would you like to go with me ?
I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much .
Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ?
I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you .
Would you like to dancing tonight ?
I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart .
I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day .
How about the seaside ?
Anything you say , honey .
Are you busy on the 24th ?
24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time .
Ok .
don't worry . I'm not much of a dancer myself .
you're dancing so well .
you dance beautifully too .
when did you learn to dance ?
in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ?
it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz .
how about tango ?
oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ?
Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot .
thank you for the dance .
my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink .
ok .
Of course not ! I'm telling the truth .
Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already .
Ok , could you give me two tickets for that ?
Sure , that will be thirty-two dollars please .
Price can't be separated from quality . A comparison of the quality of our products with that of rival goods will show you that ours is far superior .
It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ?
Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes .
Take your time , please .
Not bad ! Do you do any other sports ?
Not really . I ' d really like to try golf , though .
Alright , now let's be serious . Actually , you get high marks in the exam .
Yeah , yeah , I know what I selected . Just give me my money !
Please type the amount you would like to withdraw . Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 .
No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No !
Confirmed . Thank you for using our bank ! Please remove your card from the slot . Goodbye !
What ? ! Isn't there a law against that , I think there is some legislation that requires employers to give their employees a fair rate of wages . You should know your rights ! If you are putting in so many hours , they should give you some kind of compensation .
They do give bonuses at the end of the year for the employees with highest productivity numbers , but frankly , it's not much of an incentive . They give us a bonus of ten dollars .
That's just wrong ! why don't you just quit ?
I would , but I'm afraid I would't be able to find another job . I don't have very many job marketable skills , there aren't so many jobs that I'm qualified for .
it sounds like any job will be better than the one you have now !
What made you decide to change your job ?
I ' m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible .
Why do you leave your present company ?
I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ' s worthwhile to come here to work .
Why did you pick this organization ?
I'm very much interested in the position .
What made you decide to join our company ?
I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Certainly , would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you give me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure , I'll be back in a minute .
I wanted to show you the cabin . We only had another half-hour to go .
Well , now we're stuck . What can we do ?
I don't know .
I've heard that when this happens , it's important to save energy .
What do you mean ?
We're stranded here , Tom . We may be here a long time . We need to conserve the gas in the car . The car's energy is what will keep us warm .
I have plenty of gas .
Yes , but the gas and the battery both have to stay working . We can't just let the car run and run . If we do , it will die soon . Then we'll freeze .
So what can we do ?
Turn the lights off . Then , run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour . That will conserve the heat as long as possible .
Alright . That's a good idea .
I wish we hadn't come up here . Now we'll probably be here for days .
Days ?
Yes , it happens . That is what happens in big snowstorms . People get stranded for days .
Oh , my God ! It's good we have food .
Probably we'll survive . But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes . Then we'll turn it on again .
Okay , I'll follow your advice .
Can I have some cookies first , please ?
What about America ? Have you ever been to the United States ?
Actually , I haven ' t been to the states but I have been to Canada .
Oh , I hate having teeth pulled out . Will it hurt ?
No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ?
Will it take long ?
No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ...
Is it out ?
Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look !
Well , really ! That was wonderful ! I felt no pain at all . Thank you , doctor .
Sorry , not before ten thirty .
Then one to New York at ten thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
15 dollars . And for a hard one , only 6 dollars .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ?
Next left then right ? OK .
Same hours as on the weekdays .
Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ?
Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast .
Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks .
Thank you for calling .
No , it's not . Not at all . I'd probably freeze my lungs .
Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too .
You ?
Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together .
I didn't know you could exercise .
What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise !
Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth .
No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school . And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym .
You're going to lift weights ? Hah !
Are you laughing at me ?
I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights .
Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low .
It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish . That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter .
So I need to do something too .
But lifting weights isn't the best thing . You should do some kind of aerobic exercise .
I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting . Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ?
It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ...
What ?
I'm still just surprised you really want to do it . It doesn't seem to go with your character .
What's the difference between the two ?
If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher .
Then how about the current account ?
You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book .
Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account .
OK . Do you have your ID card on you ?
Yes .
Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Madam , the manager says can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Madam . If you can find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Madam .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Me ? Oh , no . In fact , I only took up dancing quite recently .
Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well .
I'm glad you say so . You dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got you as a partner .
Thank you for your compliments . It's just you are a good leader . Do you like the foxtrot and tango ?
Yes . And what dances do you like best ?
Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's hidden feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll nor break-dancing .
Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance .
My pleasure .
Oh , just for a position as a gas station attendant . You know , starting at a simple lowly job , just like all the greats before they made it big in the world .
Uh-huh .
But I ' m just in it for the money , right ? How else am I going to be able to afford to keep taking Angela to the movies ? Besides , I love the smell of gasoline , don ' t you ?
no , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
how so ?
he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
poor Mary ! She really liked him .
anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
do you think they ' ll get back together ?
no , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
so do I .
Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind .
It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on .
How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs !
You are a lost cause .
Would you like something to drink ?
Coffee , please .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are , don't you ?
Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again .
Oh , Miss Anna ! That's too hard ! I won't be here long .
Welcome to our department . I hope you'll like it here .
By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together .
Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me .
Thank you . It ' s very kind of you .
Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out .
Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work .
OK . I will pick you up at your hotel at 5:30 p . m .
That's fine . I'll be waiting for you .
See you later .
Bye .
How about taxes service charge ?
Only ten percent of taxes included in the bill .
Then 100 US dollars covers everything , doesn't it ?
It sure does .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
No , the one you have on looks fabulous , especially with your hair like that .
Thanks for saying . Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ?
With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect .
Thanks for helping out . Now that I ' m ready , what are you doing tonight ?
Not much , just a house party with some friends .
Sounds fun . Anyone I know ?
Yeah , most of the people are from our office .
Sounds Like I'm missing out on a good time . Oh , well , there is always next year .
I ' m sure you ' ll have fun no matter where you go . Remember to take your bag .
I see you have bought some coffee . Would you mind telling me how much you paid for it ?
Only 2 dollars and 25 cents .
Come on . Dating is a part of young people's social life . Besides , you're sixteen already .
I'm glad that you see it that way .
Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you .
Thank you so much , Lisa !
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn ' t paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That ' s definitely true . I ' m going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them .
Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ?
I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk .
Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends .
Oh , I'm eager to have a try .
That's right . For seventy-five million . So how are you ?
I'm getting by OK . I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new invoking Internet division .
I hope it won ' t be too hot , I can ' t stand the heat
Really . For me too .
Really ? You're an amazing bargain hunter ! Next time there's a sale , promise you'll let me tag along with you .
It's a promise .
An apartment ? Why ?
I'm going to try to find a place near the office .
Where are you living now ?
Out in the suburbs . It ' s a long trip to work every day .
How are you going to find an apartment ?
I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads .
Apartments in the city are expensive .
I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management .
You will need to return the documents . That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now .
Thank you . I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out !
Just a haircut . I washed my hair this morning .
Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it . Please step over there . How would you like your hair cut today ?
Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long . But I want the same style .
I recommend you leave it a little long on top . But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now .
Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation .
So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ?
Fine .
And do you usually part your hair along here ?
Yes .
Alright , I know just what to do . Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends .
Yes , I know my hair is quite thin . It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair .
The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy .
I don't know what to do about it .
Well , there are two things you can do . First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally . That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends . Second , buy a g
Do you sell conditioner here ?
Of course . I have one I can suggest .
Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak .
The problem is the split ends .
What ' s the difference ?
Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ' s . It ' s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords .
I ' m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar .
In that case , I ' d suggest a steel-string guitar . The best one we have is the Ovation .
This one ' s a little too expensive for me . I ' d prefer something cheaper for now . When I ' Ve learned to play , I might get a better one .
In that case , how about this one ? It ' s inexpensive but it ' s still well made and easy to play .
Hmm . All right , I ' ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well .
You should also get a couple of guitar picks .
Oh , right . Thanks for your help .
Don ' t mention it .
OK , I will send them to you soon .
Thank you .
Anything else , Mr . Smith ?
No more , thank you very much .
Thank you . And what's on tomorrow ?
Tarzan .
Can we get tickets now ?
I am afraid not . Tomorrow is premiere .
Mom , I don't want to go to see a doctor .
Oh , honey , I think you've caught a cold , you should get a shot .
Very useful advice , I will try them right now .
All right . We have a single room available right now .
What's the rate , please ?
578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV .
Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ?
Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not .
OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ?
Would you like to confirm the reservation ?
What would you like to order ?
I have a menu from your restaurant . I ' ll order using the number of each meal from your menu .
That ' s fine .
I ' d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 .
What size ?
Medium , please .
When will you come to pick up your order ?
I ' ll be there in about an hour .
That will be fine . We ' ll have your meals ready when you arrive . Thank you for your order .
Exactly , which is why a three-bedroom is better . And look , there are two bathrooms .
Now that's a plus !
May I have your name , please ?
Yes , it's Mr . Brown .
Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ?
Oh , this is just fine .
Please take a seat .
Thank you .
Here is the menu .
What was the score ?
Seventy to sixty-seven .
And stay in the shallow area . I don ' t want to see you go any farther than that sandbar ! It ' s too deep out there and we didn ' t bring your floatier .
You ' re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ' ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ' ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some
What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you !
Ah ! Not on me ! Ow !
What size do you want the prints ?
Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one .
Okay , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
I thought homecoming was a high school dance .
It's a football game the school team plays at home . The dance and reunions are usually that night , too .
Do you prefer tall girls or short ones ?
I don ' t mind , but I like girls with long hair .
We have different tastes . I like girls with short hair . I like tall girls-probably because I ' m so tall myself .
Have you ever dated a girl taller than you ?
No , never . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever met a girl taller than me ! Have you gained weight recently ?
Yes , I have . Perhaps I should go to the gym , like that girl ' s boyfriend .
I'm getting a bit plump myself . Perhaps I ' ll go with you .
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . They think that is must be poor quality if it ' s that cheap .
I hope you can make the new cards just like my old cards .
You won't be able to tell the difference with a magnifying glass .
... Okay , I'm through . Here's the form and my old card .
Very good . You can pick up your order in one week .
Now that I think of it , three days is better than seven .
We can do that , but you'll have to pay a little extra .
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
It's the marketing's fault , I suppose . What do you want to do ?
Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ?
That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up .
I am still young . And I'm growing every minute .
Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope .
I love running . Anything else ?
Please change your clothes first !
I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me .
Sorry , but no jeans here .
Oh , that's the only place where jeans are not popular . I'd better just go home .
I think we need to restart the dormitory sanitation inspection system .
I bet nobody will care about it .
Well done ! I haven ' t sent off any job applications yet .
Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ?
I ' d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field .
Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well .
That ' s great idea . Do you have the email address of human resource managers at any banks ?
That doesn't sound pretty .
Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
Well , I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends .
You might want to change your plans . With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow , the roads are going to be rather slippery .
I suppose I should . I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions . Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon .
If you're lucky , it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day !
If that happens , then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies .
That sounds like fun .
Hey , look outside ! It's started to drizzle !
English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought .
I believe you can do a good job .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Hope to see you again soon .
What about guessing games ?
I'm not one for the games .
Let's play other game .
What about playing go ?
OK .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn't have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
How about this floor lamp ?
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
Huh ? Didn't you know ? Aren't you excited ?
Actually , I'd forgotten about it .
Forgotten about it ? How could you ?
Because I'm not Christian , I'm Jewish .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I'm Christian .
I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ?
Well , I'll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that's not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I'll just enjoy the holiday break .
Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ?
Not at all . A party is a party . I'll be happy to come .
No . But I thought that you could start with reading and then go from there .
That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me .
Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable !
Oh , all right . Have him come over here for dinner . But you get to make dinner !
How should I take this medication ?
You should take it twice a day .
Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ?
You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ' t drink alcohol with this medication .
Should I expect any side effects ?
Sometimes you might feel dizzy , but that isn ' t common .
Well , to be honest , it will slow things down a little . But it's not a big problem . You can do it by T / T .
T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ?
It means ' telegraphic transfer ' . So , if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere , to anywhere in the world .
Should I take my shoes off ?
We all keep our shoes on indoors .
Where are your parents ?
They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves .
That's great !
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Of course . Do you have your passport with you ? How much would you like to purchase ?
5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks .
Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ?
That would be perfect , thank you .
That's a long time ! Was the weather OK ?
Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago .
So , what was the best thing about your trip ?
Oh , that's difficult to say . But I guess I liked Nashville the best .
Ha , ha , ha ! That's fair . How did I do ?
Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together .
Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ?
Shoot !
Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company . As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ?
I don't see a problem .
Good ! Do you have any questions ?
They are beautiful . You did a good job .
Thank you for saying so .
As a matter of fact , you are really a terrific photographer .
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow enough food .
It also means that people sometimes fight over the famp 3land that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
There's a story about breakdancing in the paper .
What does it say ?
According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style .
Like disco ?
Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance .
And disco a kind of nightclub .
Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ...
So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it . And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether .
You are witty .
There was a guy on the sidewalk . He had three new boxes , Panasonic video camera boxes . He said he had to get rid of them quick .
And ?
So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks .
And it's a brick ?
Yes .
I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ?
I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store . If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new .
So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic .
Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products . Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new .
But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ?
He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen .
Aha ! Now I understand . You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk . So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated !
C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it . We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box .
That's no problem . He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy . And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from . Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around . So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you . Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks .
You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ?
May I have your name and room number , please ?
Mr . Lee in Room 1234 .
Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
What will happen if I chose a smaller car ? Would the payments be the same ?
If you got a smaller car , the cost should be a little less depending on the model , age , and size . Would you still want full coverage ?
Yes .
That is a wonderful choice .
What makes is so great ?
It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances .
What appliances are you talking about ?
The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser .
May I take a look inside ?
Take a look inside .
It's very nice . I'd like to purchase this refrigerator .
Here you are .
Thanks , Dan .
What are you going to do now , George ?
I ' m going to paint it .
What colour are you going to paint it ?
I ' m going to paint it pink .
Pink !
This bookcase isn ' t for me . It ' s for my daughter , Susan . Pink ' s her favorite colour .
Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones ?
It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK .
How about Flymo ? It's selling well .
Do you have a warranty on it ?
Of course . The warranty period is one year .
If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ?
Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you .
OK . I'll take one .
What should we bring besides a change of clothes , money and some snacks ?
It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure .
Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that . Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ?
You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired .
It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy .
Yes , that's right . Having an enjoyable time together is the goal .
How many people are you paying the tax for ?
My wife and me . The two of us .
100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan .
Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan .
Here are your two receipts .
Thanks . What shall I do then ?
Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you .
Oh , I guess I'm a little confused .
We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip .
Thanks a lot .
It's said that her new movie is going to come out .
What's the movie about ?
I'm not sure .
Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ?
I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities .
Yeah , she is great . I also admire her for her concern about society .
What ' s it like ?
It ' s beautiful but crowded .
Wow ! What a hit !
Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off .
Is he ok ?
It looks like it , he ' s getting up .
I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team .
The Giants ?
Yeah .
Well , here we go again .
What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ?
The Redskin ' s quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points . We ' re losing again .
It says that it comes in teal and tangerine .
Totally cool colors !
And it says that it sleeps .
Do you do overtime ?
Yes , if we're busy . I'm paid double-time if I work at weekends .
What is your trial about ?
It ' s a felony charge .
I ' d be glad to help .
How much do you charge ?
My rate is $ 150 an hour .
That ' s highway robbery .
I don ' t know what to tell you .
Okay . You ' re hired .
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff . and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
That's $ 400 and we will visit 4 cities .
That's too late . You see , November is the season for this commodity in our market , and our Customs formalities are rather complicated .
I understand .
Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season .
But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter .
Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out .
I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery .
That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration .
You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands .
But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us .
All right . We'll get in touch with our producers and see what they have to say .
Do you think the traffic will be heavy ?
I doubt it . It's not rush hour .
That's a relief .
Ok , I ' ll look out for it . Sorry , I can ' t talk now .
so , what did you get them ?
I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems .
what ' s wrong with is ?
she says that after several years of use , it ' s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise .
household appliance don ' t seem to last for a long time nowadays .
I think it ' s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models . Because they know that we will buy the new models , the appliances don ' t need to last more than five or ten year
I do wish I could lose weight
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should exercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class ?
Yes , maybe I should .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
It never came in the mail .
My computer shows that it has already been mailed .
I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ?
You should try contacting your post office .
If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ?
You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension .
Thank you for all your help .
You are very welcome . Have a good day .
Do we have it available ?
It wasn ' t there .
I guess it is lost .
Will you be getting another copy ?
Yes , we will .
Could you reserve a copy for me ?
I can do that .
That ' s great . Thanks a lot .
OK , I ' ll sing San Francisco then .
Yes , it is really a good deal . $ 1,000 discount . I've never seen a sale as good as this one .
Tell me about Corollas .
Sure . It has 1 . 8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16 . 000 .
Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ?
You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere .
I am serious . $ 15,000 .
Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do .
No . Just talk to your manager and let me know .
Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 .
The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats .
You are really tough . You got a deal .
Thanks !
oh , I'm sorry to bother you .
That's all right .
You can also play Ccds on it if you hook it up to your TV .
Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help .
No problem . Hope to see you again soon .
He was on the diving team with me in high school and saved my life one day .
Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake .
You're glad he saved me , huh ?
Absolutely ! Bob and his whole family are welcome here any time !
Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted .
I see . What if the person wanted is out ?
In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message .
Is there anything else I should do ?
Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order .
All right .
If you have any questions . I will help you .
Thank you .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
Does your current employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me .
What is your impression of your present company ?
Very good .
What would your current colleague say about you ?
They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker .
Do you think this is a good idea ?
Yes , I do .
Do some children go on to university ?
Yes , they do .
What examinations do they take first ?
O levels and A levels .
How long do you usually stay at university ?
Three or four years .
No , I'm a Britisher . Where do you come from ?
I come from America . Are you a freshman ?
Yes . What about you ?
Me , too .
Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends .
Yeah . Anytime .
Let me see . It seems a little late .
Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time .
OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 .
Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ?
It's John .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Yes . I graduated last year and got a job in a press .
well , I wish someone could talk to me about Western table manners
sounds interesting . Where did you get the idea ?
as you know , table manners in China are quite different from those of Westerners .
absolutely . that's because both of us have distinctive cultural features .
for example , in China , it's okay to talk while eating . However , you may regard it as rude .
yes . this must be a huge difference .
can you think of anything else ?
sure . We tend to think that the slower on eats , the more polite one seems .
I didn't know that before .
and we never sip or slurp the soup loudly . we quietly like little mouthfuls .
i got it . i'll bear it in mind .
don't worry . i'm sure our etiquette will become a natural part of your behavior as time goes by .
I hope so .
How long will you be staying ?
2 nights , how much does it cost ?
A single room costs you $ 85 / day .
Does the charge include everything ?
Yes .
Do you require a deposit ?
No , You can pay when you check out .
well , we could go to the newsagent ' s to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher ' s to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist ' s to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I ' ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
fine , we ' ll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We ' re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
ok , let ' s go then !
do you have any money ?
for what ?
for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
you said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
For example ?
Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her .
No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen .
It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids .
My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us . If it wasn't disciplining them enough , then we were disciplining them too much . She also complained about the food we fed them , the schools we sent them too , and everything else under the sun .
You said she used to ? How did you stop her ?
We basically sat her down and told her how we felt about her constant criticizing , and how we welcomed her advice but hoped she'd let us do our things . She understood , and now everything is a lot more peaceful .
That sounds like a good idea . I'll have to try that .
Good . Do I have a second ?
I second .
motion carried . Now , next on our agenda is our budget review . Margaret , can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands ?
I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week . We've had the review board going over everything , and they have come up with a final review . Here's a copy for everyone , and if you have any questions , you can talk to me after the meeting . Basically , the budget review has been completed , with maybe a few polishing details left .
What kind of action is required ?
If everyone could take a look at the final review handout , if there're any objections or corrections , let me know . Next week , we can cast the final approval .
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
Here is the agenda for the meeting and that's all for the messages .
Will you be depositing cash or a check ?
I will be depositing cash .
How much would you like to deposit ?
It ' s going to be $ 300 .
What account would you like to deposit that into ?
Could you deposit that into my checking account , please ?
Can I do anything else for you today ?
That ' ll be all . Thank you very much .
Pick up a wood and hold it like this , interlocking your fingers .
OK .
Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can .
Hey !
Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible .
Got it .
You will need to pay for the damage .
How much do I need to pay ?
I ' m going to need $ 5 . 00 .
That ' s not too expensive .
It isn ' t .
Here ' s the $ 5 . 00 .
Thank you .
No problem . Have a good one .
What ' s the average income ?
That ' s the really hard to say . I think most people earn about two thousand dollars a month , if you convert the money from our currency into dollars .
So your country is fairly rich .
I think we are richer than most countries , but not as rich as countries in western Europe . Our biggest problem at the moment is unemployment , which is roughly 8 % . It has doubled over the last four years .
Unemployment in my country is a fraction of that .
The flight number is Cz353 . it departs at 17:10 and arrives at 45 .
Okay . I will book this flight .
Your passport , please .
Here you are .
A bookstore , probably . With a yellow and orange logo .
Good , any other clues ?
I remembered there is a very busy street several miles away . I waited for the traffic light for a very long time .
Oh , is there a bank near there , Standard Charted possibly ?
Oh , yeah , I got it , there is a bank My friend exchanged her money there .
That's the second branch hotel of Hilton . Walk straight down and you will see the bookstore you just mentioned . Turn left , I believe , you will get it .
Great ! Many thanks !
Anytime after six will be fine .
All right , It's a date .
May I take a bus or a taxi to get there ?
You can take No . I bus or a taxi .
Excuse me , sir . Where is the No . 1 bus stop ?
Please turn right at the traffic lights .
Thank you very much .
I only watch now .
Is that right ?
I didn't hear anything about it .
Can you go ?
What time ?
It starts at 8 o'clock .
I'll go .
I hope that I'll see you there .
No doubt .
Well , what's your excuse then ?
My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home .
Oh , Yes ?
It's true , sir .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
I see . Come here . The high heels here look really attractive . But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them ?
Not really , especially at the beginning , if you wear high heels all day long , your feet would hurt . But , no big deal . Women can always get used to that .
It's not a simple thing to be beautiful .
Sure . But everyone loves to be beautiful . Hey , do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well ?
Yeah , very tasteful . And with them , you look even more fashionable . Oh , there are so many French perfumers . Oops , perfumes for guys ? So strange !
Come on . Fashion is not only for women . Men also share the equal right to chase fashion . It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes , which is called cologne .
Oh , really , that's really something new . I'm afraid not everyone can accept it .
It takes time for that . But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly .
That's true . Well , it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing . So , do you spend all your money on it ?
No . Fashion is just part of my life , which improves its quality . But also , I'm good at financing . I have a credit card , but I never overdraft .
How is it that you are my mom's sis ? You two are so different . She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns . You do so much better than her .
I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits .
Oh , I ' m so sorry .
That's OK .
Would you like to order now or wait for a while ?
Bring me the menu , please .
Ar ! Dad , the power went out .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . we need a record of you education and your work experiences .
Do you have any identification ?
Yes , I have my driver's license .
Fine .
Sure , we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with the sweater . I especially like this flowery skirt . It's very much in style this year .
I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ?
Look on the rack to your right .
Oh , yes . Just show me where the fitting rooms are now . I can't wait to try this on .
All the evidence indicates that you are guilty .
I realize that , but I am not guilty .
Is that right ?
I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed .
Who is the guilty party ?
I ' ll tell you if you let me go .
I ' d be glad to make a deal with you .
I am willing to tell you that information .
You aren't fat . I'll bet you'd look great in a bikini . How about this thong bikini ?
I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos .
I guess that one-piece isn't too bad , either . ( to be continued )
I want a rematch . Let's play again .
Sorry , not tonight !
A postal order for four hundred dollars .
In that case , you'd better have it registered .
Will I be informed when my friend gets the letter ?
Yes , when your friend gets it , he'll sign a receipt , which will be sent to you by mail . Then you can be sure it's been received .
All right , I'll have it registered , then .
I don ' t understand what the big deal is .
That leak is a problem for my water bill .
What you would like me to do about it ?
The leak must be fixed .
I won ' t be able to fix it at the moment .
I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet .
If that ' s the case , then I will fix the faucet .
Thanks for understanding .
Everything is so new to me . I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there .
Sure , very difficult .
I am very grateful for your advice .
It's my pleasure to talk with you .
Saving money ? How much money can you save by those 1 or 2 dollar discount coupons ?
How much ? Last week I save $ 10 on food .
That's good . What special skills do you have , can you tell me ?
I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Windows , Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel .
What computer languages have you learned ?
Visual C + + , C and Delphi .
Have you gotten any special training in programming ?
No , but I have database programming experience and network knowledge .
Would you like to sit in a smoking section , a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first ?
We prefer non-smoking section .
I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ?
How long a wait do you think there ' ll be ?
I think about ten minutes .
Ok , we'll wait a while .
I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me .
Thank you .
This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ?
Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please .
Yes , and what would you like to drink ?
One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please .
Would you like a dessert ?
What special kind of desserts do you have ?
Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding .
Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course .
All right . I'll bring your soup right away .
Okay , more relaxed . Got it . Hey , Sally , what ' s up ? It's Tracy here , just .
Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with " Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ?
Great , okay . " Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine " .
That's great ...
" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "
Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her .
Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with " All the best , Tracy " .
Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with " Yours Sincerely " . That's more professional .
Oh , Melanie , you are a life saver , thank you !
Besides , traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying , are they ?
Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely !
Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely !
Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting !
Why not ?
Can you see that road side help ?
Yes , We are going to across real road .
That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away .
What other signs what we see in road area like this ?
There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children !
Sure . It's to raise money for the homeless .
What about the performance itself ?
Oh , it's a reserved opera named ' The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven ' .
Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite .
It surely is . And the cast is really the best .
Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ?
The price varies according to the seats . 300 for the front , 200 for the middle , and 50 for the back . Which kind would you like ?
Two for the front . One last thing , are there any English subtitles for the show ?
Yes , we have subtitles both in Chinese and English on the big-screen just beside the stage .
Terrific . May I stop by to get that two tickets tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . And our theater is located on Liberty Avenue , just opposite the biggest guitar store . Can I have your name ?
B . S-H-I-R-L-E-Y .
Got it . Thanks for calling . Bye .
The chicken is out of this world !
I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice .
I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup .
Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass .
It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal .
I love this wine ! It goes very well with the chicken .
Yes , please .
Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ?
Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 .
What time do the special rates apply ?
Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir .
I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room .
Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ?
This is Mr . Ma in room 215 .
OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards .
Thanks very much for your help .
You're welcome . Bye .
Bye .
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Anything else to go ?
Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also .
You've got it .
Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away .
Sure . It's seven eighty-nine .
Here's eight dollars . Keep the change .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice day .
And your address , please ?
845 lincoln Avenue .
When do you want it cancelled ?
Beginning the first day of next month .
Okay .
Do you find that one works better than the other ?
I have heard that the cream is longer lasting .
Is there anything I can take that will help with the itching ?
If you take an antihistamine , that would help a lot .
Thank you for helping me figure out what to do with my poison oak .
It was a pleasure . Come back anytime .
Sounds interesting ! That must be very convenient .
Yes , you're right . I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move . It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me .
How can you do that ?
Well , if I simply want to write a few words , I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser .
What if you want to publish some photos ?
Then I'll shoot some pictures , re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog .
I see . Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you .
You bet it !
An appointment ?
Yes . What time did he expect you ?
He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time . He said I could come any time before noon .
I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ...
Today is Tuesday .
I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side .
That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him .
Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ?
Alright .
He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ?
Friday is good .
Morning or afternoon ?
Morning .
I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ?
Yes . My name is Laura Wills .
Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
If we're running at full capacity , it's 160,000 tonnes per annum .
I am sorry . I am very tired . I'm going to bed early .
What about tomorrow evening ?
No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now .
But Ann ..
Oh , I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet .
I guess you are right . But what shall we do ? I don't feel like sitting at home .
I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends .
That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them .
Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too .
Good . Let's go now .
All right .
But it's true .
How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ?
That's coincidence .
Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time .
I promise I will .
You'd better .
Then which will be your first choice ?
I don ' t know . How about you ? are you staying here or somewhere .
I have decided to go to Tasha .
By train or by plane ?
By plane .
All right . Now that everybody's here . Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin , are you ready ?
Yes , thanks . Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials .
Excuse me , Miss Lin . Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well .
Sorry , I'll try to speak louder .
Today is Saturday .
What is the date today ?
Today is July 4th .
Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday .
Call her on my cell phone . Wish her " Happy Birthday ! " Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day .
Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ?
It is December 25th .
Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day .
Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ' s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ?
April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too !
That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast .
Thanks .
After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6
I guess so .
How about going for swim around 10
That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated .
Happy Independence Day !
Hi , Steven , welcome to join us !
I ' Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance .
That ' s right . Just call me if you need anything .
That's great .
Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ' ll introduce you to them later .
All right .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
It ' s a problem , because my boss is in that shop now .
Ok , I will go there myself .
Sorry , Mr . Polly .
It doesn ' t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ?
Have a try .
Which seasons do you like best ?
I like spring and summer . The days are long and the nights are short . The sun rises early and sets late . I don't like autumn and winter . The days are short and the nights are long . The sun rises late
Yes , children are half price .
Ok , please have me arrange one .
ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
ok . Where do I go then ?
you ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
got it . Thank you very much .
I don't like this program , because there are too many constant arguments between the judges .
The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles .
Do you have much time watching TV ?
I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio .
I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station .
If they could make beautiful ads , I could bear .
Can I hold it for a moment ?
Sure . She is a peaceful child .
Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes .
So they say .
When are you returning home ?
Well . The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth .
You can use some time off . You ' Ve been working too hard anyway .
She married Jerrod .
You ' re kidding .
She ' s going to live in Paris .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
Do you have a fever ?
I ' m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold .
Let me take your temperature first .
Well , sir . Come with me . I will show you the waiting room . You must be tired . Have a short rest there . We will call you later .
Thank you .
Yes , it's the same every day during the lunchtime rush . We will be putting in a new ATM in the near future , though . That should help to ease the queues .
I'll look forward to that , I can't stand queuing .
I know what you mean . How much would you like to deposit with us today ?
1,000 RIB , it should all be there .
That's correct , 1,000 RIB . I'll need your personal code to deposit this . Could you enter it on this key pad , please ?
OK , done . When will it show in my account ? Not for withdrawal , I mean just registered .
It will show in your account straight away . Here's your card back and could you please sign the slip here ?
That's fine . OK . Thanks .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
It was my favorite .
I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ?
Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually .
First I was late for school this morning , and now I broke your vase . This isn't my day !
When ? Tomorrow morning ?
No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour .
He's a very nice person . We will all miss him .
When will the new people move into this house ?
I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow .
Will you see Mien today , Janey ?
Yes , I will .
Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house .
No , he didn't want to leave , but his wife did !
I'm going to see a musical . Would you like to come ?
Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn .
All right ! Thanks !
I know , but I've done that so Ay times . It's getting old . The leading guy is always the same macho A .
I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A .
Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script .
I do a good old lady . I wouldn't mind being the damsel in distress once in a while .
See you tonight then .
Yes . Thank you for inviting me .
The Perrier and the Jim Beam . Let me have three more of each .
Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ?
I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please .
Sure thing . Might there by anything else ?
Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too .
Perrier , Jim Beam , apples , and grape juice . It will all be there shortly , sir .
And don't forget to put in an order for your reunion memory book .
Would you like to donate to our alumni fund ?
So , what did you win ?
A lousy desk lamp . And you ?
A bar of soap !
Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow !
Why don't you go talk to her and find out what her secret was this year .
Yes , please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow e
It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
It's OK . Don't worry about it . Our school coach will train us to play basketball .
What , do you believe , are some of the key attributes that helped you to achieve such an outstanding increase in sales ?
I believe persistence and perseverance are key attributes .
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
Did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
No . did you ?
Yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
Yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
Most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
That happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
Actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Yes , we have this service . Have you got a deposit certificate and your passport ? I'm sorry to ask you , but your passport is very important .
Yes , yes . Here it is . By the way , is there a handling fee ?
Yes , I'm afraid there is .
Wow ! ! And what does your brother do ?
He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there .
What an interesting family !
Then I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment . please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
oh my , no internet access is killing me .
can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
well , the term " discomgoogolation " comes from " discombobulate " and " google " . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
then , you're probably addicted .
You were right , it was from a headhunter . He wouldn't tell me anything without a signed contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work out .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I ' m going there tomorrow .
Great ! Good luck .
And I think I'll look in on a few other Employment Agencies while I ' m downtown , to see what they have .
Good idea . The more people you ask , the better your chances are .
Actually , I have to admit that you're right . I like some pretty cheesy movies too . I love Arnold Schwarzenegger action flicks , especially " Terminator . "
Haha , that's definitely a cheesy movie too . Did you watch it over and over again ?
Well ... I saw it only once , but for the next two months when I talked to people , I pretended I was the Terminator .
We can deliver the balance at the price already quoted in 10 days .
Can you deliver them earlier ?
I am afraid we can not do that . Would you be willing to sign an annual contract on the basis we discussed ?
Possibly , subject to quality and delivery guarantees .
Of course . Well , in that case we could offer a 5 % discount for a confirmed monthly order for the next 12 months .
I was looking forward to something a bit more substantial . As you know , we have long-time cooperation .
I'm afraid that's as far as we could go . We'd already be stretching ourselves to the limit .
Well , let's shake on that and draw up the details of the contract .
Do you have one of better quality ?
This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive .
There is no problem about the price . How much is it ?
Two hundred and thirty-five yuan .
OK , I'll take it .
Good . Do you speak English ?
A little . Are you American ?
Yes .
Where are you from ?
I'm from California .
Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too .
Really ?
That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m .
Are you serious ?
I don't know how they function the next day ! It's like they eat and breathe soccer !
Oh , come on ! I just gave them my e-mail , my address and my phone number . And my name , of course .
I think you're a better cook than I am .
Oh please , you need to cook tonight .
So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ?
It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ?
I'll cook dinner , don't worry .
I'm going to go rest for a little bit .
I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ?
Thanks .
I need to continue to deal with my business . I haven ' t finished it yet .
Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ?
No . Thank you .
But you have to pay the fee for refund .
OK . I will pay it by my bank card .
I changed my strategy around too . I invest in good companies now .
Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Ted ?
No . What happened ?
He lost his kids ' college money by trading .
Oh , boy . His wife can't be happy about that .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado . but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
I am not sure , where exactly is it ?
Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ?
No , I was born in Gaoxiong , I only moved to Taipei after I graduated .
This may be complicated . But I think he may need to build up his self-esteem .
How can his he do that ?
There are a lot of ways to help a kid build up self-esteem , but to begin with , you can try and give him more rewards . Rewards will help a chil improve his self-esteem .
Well , I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms .
I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts .
But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially .
Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability .
In what way can we solve the problem ?
Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ?
Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks .
So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months .
Well , we accept your suggestion .
This can't be the same dog . He's so clean , he shines .
See , he's wagging his tail .
He's really cute . His bowl even has his name on it .
At 9:36 . And the 9:18 gets to London at 9:55 , the 10:32 at 11:09 .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19:00 and the next is at 19:40 .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared , delicious , and very palatable . They are very good in colour , flavour , and taste .
Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ?
No more , thank you . I'm quite full .
Did you enjoy the meal ?
It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner .
I'm so glad you like it .
Thank you very much for your hospitality .
My polling place is up the street at the park .
Oh , really ?
Where ' s yours at ?
I ' m not sure .
You should know that already .
I didn ' t receive my polling place in the mail .
You do know that you can look online , right ?
I didn ' t know that . I ' ll go look right now .
I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons . First , it ' s just like a big party . They can meet each other and network . The other thing is that it is great advertising . All the journalists and photographers are there . Thirdly , it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing .
You meant it ' s an expression of their fantasies ?
Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ' t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ' don ' t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ' .
Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish .
Come on . All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes .
Yes . Please help me reserve it .
Come on , if we save more money we can retire earlier , and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the $ 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could ' Ve gotten something for less .
O . K . Let ' s compromise , if you agree to only spend $ 75 on books , I ' ll agree to only spend $ 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
What position does he play ?
Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan !
Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement .
Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now .
Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer .
That is not true . They are just jealous of him !
Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart .
You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow .
By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ?
You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders .
Oh , My chance is slim then .
Yes , by all means . I was just about to leave .
Hold on . Just 5 minutes .
I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you .
It's my pleasure . See you .
Hi , Basil .
Hi , Ruth . Hop in .
Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ?
Of course I don't mind . For your report ?
Yes , I finally have an inspiration .
Good for you . No problem , I'll listen to the car radio
Why is that ?
It ' s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ' t expect a large amount of deposit in current account .
I see . How do I draw money from my news then .
Well , I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week .
And .
And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed .
That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica .
I will , Michelle . Speak to you soon .
No . Can I have my money back ?
Hmm ... have you got a receipt ?
A receipt ?
Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt .
Oh , I'm not certain , but I think I've lost it .
Calm down , Sir . Is that an IBA Debit or Credit Card ?
Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere .
Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ?
I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again .
That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you .
Thank you . Thank you very much .
Can you speed up a bit ?
Sorry . The road is too crowded .
But I have no time to lose .
But I can't help it .
Can you drop me off here ?
Sorry . We mustn't stop here .
Come on . What do you want to do ? Washing clothes or cleaning the house ?
I'd rather wash the clothes .
Okay . Here is the laundry .
Oh , My God ! So much !
Don't worry . I'll help you with it later .
Easy . It ' s on me .
In that case , I ' m right behind you .
No . Not now . I think I'll try to keep this one .
Do you ever get lonely living alone ?
Not at all . I see you and your family twice a week , and I enjoy seeing my own friends . I ' m too busy to feel lonely !
Which flight do you want ?
I'd prefer a morning flight .
What about Flight 516 ?
Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ?
1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ?
Credit card .
OK . Here's your ticket .
Thank you .
Well , may I leave a message ?
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before , but we could consider your request . I'll phone our company to see what they say .
Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ?
This afternoon .
Mmm , let me see , it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight , is there any other name that you reservation list under ?
No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card .
Ah , yes , here it is , you have a standard double room , non smoking on the 3rd floor , I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don ' t mind .
Be quiet . He is singing .
I thought he only liked to listen !
So did I .
He has a really good voice !
Yes , he sings wonderfully .
My surname is Gao .
How do you spell it , sir ?
I wish everything in life was so simple . Thank you .
Not a problem , sir . Please remember us in the future .
I don ' t know . I think I did well in the paper exams . I was prepared to answer a lot of questions , but they didn't ask those as I expected . To my surprise , the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me .
That's strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it ' Getting to know you more personally ' . What about your answers ?
Just did my best .
In that case , you should go home and get plenty of rest .
What if this small fever turns into a big fever ?
Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you .
Give me a short haircut .
Do you know how short you want your hair to be ?
I want you to cut it to a few inches long .
That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ?
I've had this idea for some time now .
I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to .
This is what I want .
Fine then . Let's get started .
No , I ' m serious .
I see . What are the options ? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail .
That ' s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars .
How long will it take to get there ?
Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks .
It that case , I ' ll send it by airmail . I ' d like to send it as a registered parcel .
No problem . That ' s one dollar extra .
Thanks very much . There ' s thirteen dollars .
There ' s you receipt . Goodbye .
Wow ! You're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more . Thank you .
Here's to our friendship and health !
Bottoms up !
We have regular , super , and premium gasoline . This is a new car , so I'd recommend premium .
Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up .
All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 .
OK , thanks .
Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18 . 56 , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice drive !
Please take a careful look at these five men .
Okay .
Is the suspect in this line ?
I see him .
Which number is he ?
The suspect is number four .
Your cooperation is very much appreciated .
I'm happy to be of assistance .
OK , in this way it's just below the limit .
Here's your ticket and your boarding card .
All right . I will begin boarding soon .
Thank you very much indeed . You helped me rebuild my self-confidence .
Don't mention it . You ' re always been good . What do you say we go out to celebrate ?
That would be great .
But you taught children , yes ?
Yes . That's right . But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America . At least as far as studying is concerned . Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school .
They actually study after school ?
That's right . After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English . They are very serious about learning over there .
Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ?
Of course they do . You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much . But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing . Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough .
Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that .
So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education . They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing . In America , too many parents don't pay attention .
But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too .
As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it . And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience .
Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ?
That's a stereotype we Americans have . We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet . But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too .
Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also . Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ?
I don't know . In Costa Rica , I taught adults . So it was a very different thing . So I really can't compare .
That ' s boring . Once we were asked to watch a video on how to operate the punches , all of us seemed to fall into sleep by the end of the video .
That's too much for us really .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to try to find out where the school is located .
When do you start school ?
I'm going to register right now .
That's good .
And if people drop them , they won ' t break . We ' ll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers .
They sell them at the shop around the corner . We can go and get some in a few minutes .
I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs . We ' ll need some tomato ketchup and some barbecue sauce .
I have the sauce , but remind me to get some ketchup at the shop .
How long does it take to cook meat on a barbecue ?
It only takes a few minutes . Some people like their meat well done . Others like it rare . The great thing about a barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked .
They can cook it themselves to make sure it ' s exactly how they like it .
I hope you haven ' t invited any vegetarians !
It's normal . Time will change everything .
Coffee , please .
October 16th .
Let me see . Yes , we still have some tickets left . Which performance ?
7:30 p . m . performance , please .
OK , we have tickets at 100 yuan and 50 yuan .
I'd like to reserve two seats at 100 yuan , please .
All right . May I have you name , please ?
Du Kun .
When would you like to collect the tickets ?
Tomorrow .
We can hold them until one day before the show .
How do we cancel , just in case ?
Just telephone us , and let us know in advance . We don't charge for cancellation .
All right , thank you very much . Good bye .
You are welcome . Goodbye .
Alright . But you promise this is the last time .
OK . I promise . Thank you , Mom .
Yeah , let's go together .
Would you like to go now or later ?
Now .
What ?
Now would be better .
OK , let's go .
Should we walk ?
No , it's too far . Let's drive .
that would be lovely , thanks .
do you take milk or sugar with your tea ?
I ' ll take a little milk , but no sugar , please . Make sure you let the tea steep a few minutes before you take the tea bag out of the cup .
ok . What do you think about our living room ?
well , I do like the mantelpiece and the coffee table , but I don ' t really care for curtains . Did you get them at a yard sale ? They look ancient .
my parents gave them to us as a house warming gift .
oh dear . Well , I suppose they will do for now . do you ever dust in here ? It seems a bit dusty in here .
your daughter usually does the dusting , and I do the vacuuming .
I see . Well , I can help with the chores while I ' m here . You two could probably use my help .
that ' s very nice of you to offer . Here ' s your tea . Be careful , it ' s still quite hot .
Right on . I'm gonna get a new game !
If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it .
I knew there would be a catch !
Nothing in life is free , Son .
Except housework , that is .
I didn ' t pay attention to that .
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
Are you coughing much ?
A little bit .
Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ?
It's gone completely .
Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take .
Is that all doctor ?
Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure .
Thank you , doctor . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Well , birds of a feather flock together . I like her too . She was in a lot of dramas .
She is so beautiful and elegant . And she is famous for her fine acting .
What's more , she doesn't have scandals . And she likes to take part in the charitable activities .
Who is the director ?
Steven Spielberg . Another superstar .
Yes , a legend , also . I still remember , his movies , Jurassic Park and Schindler's List got him nine Oscar awards in 1994 .
Can you introduce the story of The Terminal briefly ?
It tells a romantic and humorous love story .
This is really exciting movie . Lets go to this one .
Do you have enough money in your account ?
I think so .
Let me check that for you right now .
Okay . Thank you .
Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account .
You can ' t be serious !
That ' s what my records show .
I see . Thanks for your help .
No , nothing changed .
When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call my boss .
For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ?
I know a few extensions but I don't know them all .
You can always look an extension up on the company website .
Thanks for helping me .
You're welcome .
That sounds like a good idea . It looks very big though .
Don ' t worry . I ' ll help you eat it .
You have to buy a ticket first . You want to go to Shi Da , right ?
Yeah .
Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station .
Where is that ?
Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay .
Oh , that's simple enough .
Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform .
Anything else I should know ?
Just remember to hold on to your ticket . You need it to get out of the station when you get there .
Does it take a long time to get a visa ?
Not too long . 14 working days for a visa .
What materials do I need to provide ?
Your passport and ID card .
But it's very tired .
I don't care .
What's your parents ' opinion ?
I haven't told them . Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation .
No , it isn't . You always clean it after Mark .
Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow .
Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow .
Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow .
You are lazy . You ought to be ashamed ? You should enjoy working .
I think you ' re right , but it does seem that there are always a few coworkers that are harder to work with than others .
Yes , you are right .
What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot .
Yes , that would work out better .
You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone .
Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it .
Fine ! Well , I'll get right on it now !
That's great . Do you find that you eat a lot more fruit and vegetables now ?
Definitely . I've also been buying organic fruit and vegetables , which is more expensive , but much better for you because they don't have any pesticides on them .
You've really turned into a health nut , haven't you ?
I guess you could say that . Eating fruit and vegetables helps keep you healthy . I've lost 5 pounds and I feel great !
How do you get enough protein in your diet ?
Well , I eat a lot more tofu , beans , nuts and some fish .
Well , don't worry about dinner . I'll only make vegetarian dishes for you . Do you like sushi ?
I prefer cooked fish to raw fish , but if you really like it , make it .
How about a spicy tofu and vegetable stir-fry ?
That sounds great . What time should I come over ?
Dinner will be ready at about 7:30 pm , so you can come over at 7 p . m .
Sounds good . See you there !
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
Yes , the mass media has wider influence . One of my classmates works in an advertisement company . I can get help and inspiration from him . And we can also try some less expensive approaches of advertising , such as on-line sales . Personally , I prefer to the on-line sales , for it is cheaper , faster and wider .
Did it ?
It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder .
I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing .
Well , it may rain again later today .
Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in .
There may also be a strong wind coming in .
It'll be dusty , too , I guess .
Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing .
Why is that ?
We've been planting trees for many years .
I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful .
But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer .
Then what about spring ?
Spring is warm and short in Beijing .
It must be cold in the winter , though .
You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold .
Thanks for reminding me .
You're welcome .
There's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
Sure , but how ?
You can ask her out for drinks after work .
But for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
Then you've got a lot of work to do . You need to get her to notice you first .
Easier said than done .
You can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying ' hello ' to her .
But I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
That's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
Good luck !
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? Come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it
Why do they go there ?
Muslims believe that every man who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life . Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith .
When muslims pray , they face towards mecca .
That ' s right . Unfortunately , so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed .
I heard about that . The pilgrims must walk around a large , sacred black stone .
That ' s right . That ' s when accidents often happen . The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims , to reduce the chances of accidents .
Pilgrimages are common in many faiths .
Yes . In England , Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages .
Isn ' t there a place in france where people go to get healed ?
I think that place is Lourdes . There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there .
Do you think that there is something magical about that place ?
Personally . I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them . I don ' t think place is magical in any way .
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
yes . I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which open to the public every weekend . We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry .
good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ?
I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour .
really ? What do the companies do that for ?
I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known .
oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors .
exactly .
do we need an appointment beforehand ?
I'll call the tourist information centre to check .
fortunately for you , you don't . Next time , if you have any questions about visas , you should try to find out before you get to the airport .
that's good advice .
would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
are there any seats available by the emergency exits ?
let me see here ... yes , there's one left .
ok . I'll take that one then .
alright . How many pieces of luggage are you checking in ?
I like to travel light so I just have this one .
if that's your only piece of luggage , it is small enough to carry on with you . Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive ?
yes , please . That's a fantastic idea . Which gate do I need to go to ?
you're here a bit early , so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour . Here's your boarding pass . Enjoy your flight !
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
How do you prefer this one ? It cleans thoroughly without striping your natural protective oil . The gentle formula keeps skin soft and healthy .
Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance .
We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it .
I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ?
Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic .
I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later .
Thank you very much , madam . Here are some samples of our products . Do try them out .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Sure , let's do it .
Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ?
I don't see any mistakes .
OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score .
Yes , let's total it .
Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ?
Yes , you're right .
Well then , we are all straight . Have a good day and thanks for bringing that to my attention .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward su
Which would you rather have , beef or chicken ?
Beef , please .
How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Do you want to take milk and sugar ?
Only black coffee .
Are you kidding me ? Becky ? She ' s a real bitch .
Can I buy more than one case ?
Yes . The limit is four per family .
Okay , I ' ll take four , please . You saved me a lot .
I know . This is a really good bargain .
Thanks .
No problem .
What are you being charged with ?
It ' s the felony charge .
I ' m willing to provide my services .
What ' s your rate ?
I work for $ 150 an hour .
That ' s too high .
That ' s what I charge .
I ' ll hire you anyway .
What ' s so great about him ?
I feel that he is very intelligent .
Oh , really ?
Yes , and I agree with all his policies .
That ' s good to hear .
I think this man is going to be the next President .
I hope so .
I ' m going to make sure and get my vote in .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ?
Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to . Here comes the train .
My dog has spots . He is very strong .
But I don ' t like big strong dogs .
I didn't see the crash itself , but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents ' apartment building .
that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ?
no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos .
did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ?
yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers .
did he survive ?
unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower .
I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family .
it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own .
terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life .
You are a big fan of him ! He has strong legs .
Sure , he is a soccer star .
Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ?
Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball .
But it's the same hairstyle .
It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture .
Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham .
He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right .
Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple .
Do it , please .
I am interested in switching fields .
Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular .
I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task .
What are you not good at ?
I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself .
We appreciate hearing that about you !
I don ' t believe that .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
Really ? Are you going to introduce us ?
Well , he has already taken you know , that's his wife right there .
You should have moved out long , long ago .
Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ...
So how can you stand the heat ?
Well , I open the windows and ... and I ' Ve got an electric fan ere . It helps a little .
What a beautiful home !
You ' ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new .
I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street .
Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it .
I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen .
The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom .
I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering !
Let ' s take a few pictures so that we can remember what we like about this home .
Well , what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii ? Does that perk your interest ?
Now you're talking .
How many stops are there ?
Two stops after this one .
Could you please tell me when we get there ?
Sure .
By the way , do I need a transfer again after No . 50 ?
No , a No . 50 will take you right there .
It is in the DX community , Room 306 , No . 2 building . It is very easy to find . Just ask the guard at the entrance .
Who else will come ?
I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him .
Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ?
Yes , great . I am happy you are coming .
Mine aren't fixed . Sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift .
Are you feeling better ?
Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work .
Do you need anything , grocery ?
Oh , no , I'm fine . My refrigerator is piled up with food . But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read .
Sure , I'll get it for you . Books or magazines ?
I'd like both .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
Look closely at the five men in this line-up .
I am looking .
Do you see the suspect ?
Yes . He's in the line-up .
What number is the suspect ?
Number four .
Thank you for all your help .
It was no problem at all .
You haven ' t thought about it ?
I like it here at PCC .
Why don ' t you just continue going to PCC ?
I like that idea .
It ' s a great school .
I completely agree .
So , have you made your decision yet ?
I ' m staying right where I ' m at .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The two just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , but there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
What should I do ?
I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days .
Thank you .
Thank you .
Have a nice holiday !
You , too . Thanks for your help .
But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department . It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday .
That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case .
Well , Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work , easier set them done . But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup .
Eating here or to go ?
Eating here , please .
That's 7 dollars and 25 cents . You can get free refills with your coke .
You really think we can make it ? I don't have much faith in our ability to lower the price again . We're no match for them , the competition will beat us hands down .
Does your present employer know you are looking for another job ?
No , I haven ' t discussed my career plan with my present employer , but I am sure he will understand .
But the private school don't amount to better schools .
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
You know , now that I think about it , you might be right .
April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements .
That is a good suggestion .
We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them .
Yeah , that would let us know what would work best .
I'll put the survey online this afternoon .
My name is Li Jean .
You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ?
Yes , seven years .
What degree do you have now ? :
Master of Marketing Management .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes . I worked at AB Company .
Why are you interested in the position ?
Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position .
All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ?
That's very good .
It should be around that , if you like , please for a free to read the magazine while you are wait .
Thank you .
Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr . Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you .
Ok , thanks .
Very badly , doctor .
Are you worried about anything ?
Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake .
Well , there's nothing much wrong with you . You're under too much pressure .
Have you had any experience as a guide ?
Well , not exactly , but I have shown some of my foreign friends around Beijing .
Once in a while we have visitors from abroad and I would like to be able to ask my secretary to take them shopping and sightseeing .
I think I would like that .
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather , but at least the sun will come out . I advise weekend travelers to be careful , especially while driving . Back to you , Mark .
Thanks John , and there you have it ! Looks like it ' s a weekend to stay at home !
How may I help you ?
I need to find this newspaper article .
Have you checked the periodicals section yet ?
I forgot about that section .
If you ' d like , I can show you were to find it .
Could you do that ?
Follow me .
Thank you for all your help .
Any cigarette , liquor ?
Yes , I have two cartons of cigarettes , one bottle of whisky .
What's this white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of these ? Let me taste it .
Yes , sir . Go ahead . Here you are .
The Bucky Card is a great way for you to save money while you have a good time here at school . It gives you discounts on all kinds of things . Movies , pizza , clothing , school supplies .
What about beer ?
The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer . But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges . So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee .
That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ?
Usually it's two dollars off the cover price .
And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ?
This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts . And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet . The Bucky Card has just started . Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program . It ' s a great way for students to save money !
Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet . Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time . And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ?
It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card .
Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper .
But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year .
Yeah , maybe . Alright . Give me an application form .
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
Well , I don't know the details , but ...
But ... OK .
Should each of us write separately ?
Yes , please . Please print your name and company name , and the person you are going to see .
Our seafood is fresh . I recommend shrimp with garlic .
All right . We'll have some seafood and vegetables .
Well ... the beer sounds good !
Regular will be fine . How long will it take ?
Only four hours .
Good . I'll come back in the evening .
Very good . Any questions ?
Nothing . I think I'll take the job .
It's for a purse that cost $ 350 .
Are you positive that you didn't buy the purse ?
I can't even afford a purse that expensive .
I'm very sorry . When was this purchase made ?
I was at work , but the purchase was made at 3
We're going to investigate this claim .
OK . Do I have to pay for this charge ?
You won't have to pay for anything .
OK , then you can buy a pair of jogging shoes . Here are jogging shoes . Which pair do you like best ?
Er ... , that blue pair . I need size 43 , please .
Here you are . You can try them on .
Very comfortable . I'll take them .
I'm very glad to hear that .
Come here ; let me introduce some friends to you .
Is that all ?
That ' s all .
May I see your library card , please ?
It ' s right here .
Will that be all for today ?
Yes . That ' s it .
These are due back in two weeks .
All right . Have a good night .
It is said that Bungee was originally a grown-up ceremony of the indigenous people of New Guinea . People stood on branches of the tree , which was over 30 meters high . Their feet were fastened with canes and they jumped off from where they stood . When they almost reached the ground , they suddenly stopped to prove their bravery and express that they were able to endure the hardships of life independently .
Luckily there is no such kind of ' grown-up ceremony ' any more .
Have a guess .
A necklace ?
No .
I have no idea .
Open it now .
Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you !
You're welcome , honey . I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future .
Don't push your luck , Dave .
OK , I'm in . When do I start ?
As soon as you can get here . We'll be waiting for you .
Okay , I'll do that , but my crown was just put on last year . Will my dental insurance cover the work ?
Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work .
Thanks , doctor .
So beat the cat , but don't kill it .
There are shills . A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale .
See ? And I bet that's easy to do online . Everybody's anonymous .
What will the weather be like tomorrow ?
It's going to be sunny tomorrow .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Sorry . You can only pay in cash .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you . Do you need the invoice ?
Yes . And can you pack the things up , please ?
Sure . I'll get right on it .
I ' m a new student in the school . My name ' s John .
Nice to meet you , John .
It ' s a pleasure to meet you , Miss Green .
All right !
Here comes Jordan , though .
Wow , Michael Jordan ' s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch .
Yeah . He ' s older , so he doesn ' t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ' s still amazing .
Which team do you think will win ?
The Lakers . Jordan is the only good player Washington has .
Here's my license and form .
You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ?
Yes , I know what to do .
The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout .
OK .
Thank you for joining the library ; we look forward to serving you .
I went a long time ago , before they built the new train that can take you there .
Would you recommend going there for a few days ?
Personally , I think it ' d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ' t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital .
You ' re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ?
It ' s a beautiful city , but I think it ' s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ?
I ' d like to get away from the big city life .
Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing .
I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ' t so far away .
Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ' s the phone number .
Thanks , I ' ll give them a call later .
Don't be that negative .
Really , life is so boring .
If you gamble all night , you ' ll run out of money in a few days .
Yes , they are .
Have you been asked to carry anything for a stranger ?
No .
Have you maintained full control of your possessions while in the airport ?
Yes , I have .
No , we are just too different . This relationship isn't going anywhere .
Hey , come on . It's too early to say that . We can fix things .
I have thought about it for a long time . I think it's time to move on for both of us .
But I still love you .
I'm sorry .
I knew this would happen some day ...
Then why didn't you talk to me ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna ...
I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but let's try to forget that and be friends .
Have you made the decision yet ?
I think we'll be better off if we are apart .
Then shall we keep pure friendship ?
Sure , let's just be friends .
Where can we climb it ?
Do we have any choices ?
Well , we could take the cable car .
Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think .
Okay . Let's go .
Well , that was tough .
But we made it .
This looks great . When was it built ?
It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago .
That's remarkable .
There are so many ancient relics in China .
How old is the house then ?
It's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history !
Sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ?
It's just off of the ring road .
Do you have a big yard ?
It's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back .
Is your house well-lit ?
Oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house .
How many rooms does your house have ?
Right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest bedroom is ready , you should come and stay with us for a weekend .
I'd be up for that !
Pretty good , thanks . I'm going to see my uncle .
Good bye then , and keep in touch .
Good bye .
What ? Seven hundred ?
Well , eight hundred , then ?
No , one thousand at least .
Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed !
You ' re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right .
Here you are , sucker !
Victory for me , I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday !
Me too , but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it , as it's not very healthy .
I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver .
But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction
I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory .
Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine !
Maybe you are right to some extent .
You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel .
Maybe I could have a try .
But why do so many people live there ?
Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time .
Are there any cities where it rains a lot ?
Several . Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon .
Tell us about some cold cities .
In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter . Boston and Chicago are two of them .
Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ?
Oh , no . On the contrary , there are many beautiful days , especially in the spring and fall .
Do I look more mature in the highheel shoes ?
Sure , more elegant and taller .
I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color .
If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you .
Thank you .
Of course , if I can .
Well , last night when I returned from the theatre , I found that I'd lost my wallet .
Oh dear ! That's terrible ! What was in your wallet ?
Well , some money . of course , my visa , all my identity cards and some photos .
Well , if were you , I'd go to the police station straight away and report it .
Yes , I've already done that , and they said they'd look for it . But we're leaving soon and I need my visa and identity cards badly .
Oh dear ! What a pity ! Are you sure you lost the wallet in the theatre ?
Yes , quite sure .
I think you should put an advertisement in the China Daily , saying when and where you lost it .
But that takes too long .
Wait a minute ! My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to the theatre . I'll telephone him and ask him to go there to inquire about it . You'd better have breakfast now and I'll meet you later .
Around six pm .
Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating .
No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer .
Ok , I will see you again .
Great . I have a good day , thanks again for the offer .
OK , Sir . We will arrange it for you .
who is he ?
he ' s a famous American musician .
who ' s the author ?
it was written by Howard sounds .
what do you think about it ?
it ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot form reading it .
can I read it when you ' re done ?
sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
how many chapters does the book have ?
there are 15 chapters in total .
when do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
thanks . Charlie !
no problem . Bob .
I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now .
Go get it .
Here you go .
All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out .
May I borrow your pen ?
Here's a pen for you .
Thanks for your help .
You need to turn that in at Window B .
Yes , here is my ID card .
Here are your pancakes , madam .
But I ordered waffles !
Oh , I am so sorry !
That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back .
Good , sir . I will take care of that right away .
Thank you so much !
All right .
The manager will come to see you in a few minutes .
Thanks a lot , Mrs . White .
You are welcome .
That ' s great . I ' m glad we ' ll be able to do business together . I ' ll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . Also , would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor ' s report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
What's the difference ?
The hardcover is more expensive .
Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please ,
Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ' m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ' t think I am available for this opportunity .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text it to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
She is dealing with customers and driving up new business . The guy next to her is in charge of their office computer network .
And what about that man there ?
He is our accountant .
I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees .
Indeed , they are . Keeping staff happy is the only way to keep them with the company .
Yeah , that makes sense .
Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun .
Thanks . That is a good suggestion .
I'm only too happy to help .
What about the party ?
It was boring . The music was too slow and the food was lousy and , above all , I was really sick of the same old crowd all the time .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn ' t wait to get out of there .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Really ? What's the series about ?
well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it .
it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth .
I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results .
really ? that's interesting !
yeah . Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good .
OK , I'll give it a go .
Good ? Yes , it's good for her but not for me . You see , she tells me that I'll feel better about myself if I slim down . She keeps giving me newspaper clippings about the latest miracle diet and insists that I join a health club , as she has .
So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ?
I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food .
junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat .
But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous .
Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it .
Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring .
Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit .
Well , that sounds better than giving it up .
yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
that's very convenient .
it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
the maximum is $ 1000 .
is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
thank you very much .
you're welcome .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get to class .
Which bus goes there ?
You may take a No . 34 bus . And the subway can also take you there .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
But swimming in the winter is good for your body . Believe me .
Is it far ?
It ' s about fifteen minutes ' walk . That ' s all .
And do you know where the national bank is ?
Yes . It ' s on this street . Keep walking for two blocks and it ' s on the corner on the right .
Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Good luck .
Thank you . I won ' t miss it .
No more than three .
The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand .
How about its quality ?
You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum .
OK , what is this ?
It is feeding-bottle as the free gift .
It is thoughtful . I will take it .
Well , how about like this ?
I don't like it . It's outdated .
Okay . How about this style ?
It seems a little too wild .
Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ?
I want a haircut just like that kind .
OK , I see .
So it's the subjective criteria like team building and colleague support that you find hard ?
Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ?
I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion
Great idea . And after all , that's the whole point of an evaluation . I almost can't wait to give it a try .
Brown , please .
Here are some nice brown hats . Try this hat on . It ' s a very good one .
Yes , I like this one . It goes very well with my coat . How much is it ?
It's $ 9 . 95 . Do you want me to put it in a box ?
9 : OO . Don't worry , Miss , we have buses every 15 minutes .
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No . Did you want to go do something ?
Yes ! Yes ! I want to take you to dinner .
Oh ! That sounds great ! How about six o'clock ?
I'm glad to hear that . Bye .
See you later .
It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
I don't really need five .
OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer .
Oh , why not ? I'll take ' em .
I sure do . How about American Express ?
Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA .
No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA .
Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ?
Yeah , that'll be fine .
That's great . This is your key , sir . If you need anything at all , anytime , just dial zero .
Yes , Anthony Fox .
Mr . Fox , we'll hold the table for you for ten minutes . Please be sure to arrive before 8: 40 .
I should get the items within a week . But in the meantime I'm bidding on a digital video camera .
How much ?
Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months .
Mmmm , sounds like risky business . Good luck .
OK , how long does it need to be ? I'm not very good with remembering long numbers .
Just 6 digits .
Are you sure ? I don't want to inconvenience you .
No problem . I'd be happy to .
Thanks . I really appreciate it . Thanks so much .
Yes , please tell her I stopped by .
And your name , please ?
Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ?
Certainly .
Absolutely ! I don't think any planes are going anywhere . The sand being blown around has cut visibility in Beijing to less than 100 meters . But inseems Gansu Province is being hit the hardest .
That's exactly where I was planning to go !
Well , this storm originated in the plateaus in northwest China . At the moment , that area is calmer .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
I don ' t know .
Right . You have a choice of account , we provide USD , HAD , JOY and GAP accounts . Which do you want to go for ?
We will go for the US dollar account .
OK , I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted .
My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period .
When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ?
Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form .
What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away .
I am not going to show any income from now on then .
I wouldn ' t do that if I were you . There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements .
Good . How much is it when we take it ?
It thirty-eight dollars .
All right . Here ' s forty dollars .
Here ' s your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate No . 2 please .
Thank you very much .
Don ' t mention it .
In that case , please help us reserve a table for 4 at 9:00 .
You are more beautiful than the roses .
I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married .
Yes , we are match made in heaven .
I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are .
Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too .
Yes we did .
I love you , happy anniversary .
I love you , happy anniversary .
Why don't you take the test ?
Do you know if it costs any money to take it ?
Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again .
All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ?
No , the test skips a lot of things in the book .
Did you pass it the first time that you took it ?
No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard .
Well , I hope that I do well .
why ? It ' s unfair . You can learn a lot from it .
she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ' t be able to focus on my studys .
that may be true . But I ' m sure you ' re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ?
I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ' m a senior now , I don ' t want to miss the chance this time .
I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind .
I ' ll try , but what if she insists ?
just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job .
do you think it will work ?
sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try .
ok , I ' ll do that . Thank you , Iris .
sure . Good luck , Maria !
Were I in your position , I ' d go to America .
Which university should I apply to ?
There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper .
Oh , I see . Thank you very much .
Please let me know when we get there .
It sounds like you're from out of town .
As a matter of fact , I'm from Taiwan .
I'm sure you'll like Fisherman's Wharf . It's a popular tourist spot . Be sure to try the seafood there .
I will . Thanks .
I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado ; but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
Did you guys go on a date already ?
No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love .
Does she have a boyfriend ?
I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy .
Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date .
I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then .
So why do you think you're in love ?
She's the only thing I can think of all day long .
That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week .
Aright . I'll talk to you later .
That sounds good , but I don ' t want this house to get away from me .
The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one .
When will we know if they accept the offer ?
The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days .
Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ?
You are already pre-qualified for your loan , so you are in good shape .
Oh , I am so sorry .
That ' ok . That's happens all the time .
That's silly . What I do on my own time is no one else ' s business . Besides , it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here .
You ' Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me .
People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact .
That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity .
If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other .
You are sounding like we are already married .
Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry .
Well , I don't feel right about it .
I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime .
Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ?
I like company .
Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus !
What can I say ? I am a passionate guy .
Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about .
You want to go out with me and you know it .
In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do .
Ok , I get the message . Hey , do you have any sisters ?
Oh , of course . How silly of me to forget .
No problem . How would you like to pay for these ?
I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are .
$ 110 . 00 , your change is $ 5 . 01 . Thanks very much .
Thank you .
A 15 - inch monitor is included in the deal . If you want , you can switch it for a 17 - inch monitor , for a little more money .
That's okay . A 15 - inch is good enough . All right , I'll take it .
Thanks , but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing !
I love that kind of stuff .
Yeah , you seem to like those styles .
Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk .
This one looks really expensive though .
I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it .
Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke .
I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week .
Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary .
Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ?
Just joking , T . I've got some wonderful clothes . Let's go and have a close look at your outfit .
How about one little hint ?
Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree .
That's a very good hint .
And please shut the door and lock it behind you !
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
yes . They have some sort of digital receptionist . So when I called in , a machine told me to push a button for the department I wanted to be transferred to .
Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person . What did you do ?
I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information .
Couldn ' d you choose to be transferred to a real person ?
Eventually I did get to a real person . I found out the closing time , but by then the store had already closed !
Whatever . Have a drink of water .
Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already .
Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit .
Do we ? Where is it ?
Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it .
Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on .
Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no !
What's the new strike ?
Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration .
Poor me !
You have to . It's sure .
How amazing !
Good . I'll get three pounds of it .
Here it is . Four pounds and fifty pence in all .
I see . Wait for a moment please . I am sorry , Mrs . Clinton , but the remittance doesn't appear to have arrived yet .
Really ? It should have arrived . It was sent a week ago .
If the money was sent by cable , it would have taken about one or two days . But if it was sent by airmail , it would take at least one week .
Well , then I'll come again the day after tomorrow .
Or would you like us to phone you when the money arrives ?
That would be very kind of you .
Could you please tell me your phone number , so we'll give you a ring as soon as the remittance has arrived ?
The phone number is 328 6765 extension 105 .
Thank you . We'll inform you in time . Goodbye .
Oh , how wonderful . I ' ll be glad to .
Okay , now you are a famous star .
Hum , don ' t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me .
What ' s wrong with you ?
I ' ll tell you at the party .
Okay .
Do you have any other services available ?
We have information available about the job market as well as workshops .
What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ?
We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few .
Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ?
College job placement services can help .
I am afraid that can't be done . We have never done business on such terms .
But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight .
We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 .
That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation .
Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers .
If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full .
Thank you . I am glad we have come to an agreement at last .
The lyrics of the new song are beautiful , too . Can you sing ?
Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now .
Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ?
Why not ?
Yes , with a P .
Er ... I ' m Barker .
Barker ? With a B . Of course .
Yes , with a B .
Won ' t you come in , Mr . Barker ?
Thank you , Mr . Parker .
incredible . By the way , what are these in the plates ?
oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one .
thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste .
Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy .
oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ?
certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique
it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great .
Yes , Amy , please have some more .
The first is why you choose our company ?
I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ' m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement .
Why do you want to quit your present company ?
Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting .
Well , when do you think you can come over to work ?
One week after I have submitted my resignation paper .
When you start to work , I ' ll give you $ 3,000 a month .
Thank you , sir .
What time shall we go ?
Why not now ? I'm hungry .
I will try my best to make a good impression , but it is always easier said that done .
I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ' s more , try to avoid a too causal style .
Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ?
You ' d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes .
I've got it . I think I will wear a white shirt with a tie . Thank you for your suggestions .
Chinese food sounds good .
Where are you going to get it from ?
I haven't the slightest idea .
I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express .
You like Panda Express ?
The food there is actually pretty good .
Maybe I'll go there then .
You should . I know you'll like it .
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
( And here is the seven o ' clock news ) It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
So do I . You are a beautiful flower in my mind .
It's called love is blind , I think .
It depends on the job . It's actually more cost-effective than buying specialist equipment that we don't use very often .
Certainty , sir .
Please show me your passport and Residence Permit .
Here you are .
How long have you been living here ?
Two years .
May I know your occupation ?
I'm a professor at a university .
Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ?
I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes .
Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time .
Your wet towel , sir .
Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ?
Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ?
Orange juice , please .
Would you like some ice in your drink ?
Yes .
How much would you like ?
One or two cubes will be OK .
Here you are , sir .
I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you .
It's my pleasure .
Please accept this tip .
Why don't you like horror ? They're entertaining .
Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious .
Ha ha . I know what you mean . But it's just a movie . They need for the characters to do that .
I see . Overdoing it will do more harm than good .
You said it .
What park ? You found a doll in a park ? Gross !
South Park is a popular cartoon . You're so out of it , Jen
Well , don't blame me ! I never get a chance to watch TV .
I'm not sure I understand what you mean .
The connections between your CPU and your outlet .
Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ?
If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on .
I had no idea .
Why don't you try it and see what happens ?
I'll try it right now .
Let me know if that doesn't work .
I was in a comfortable place , so really , it ' s no problem . I am happy to see you . Did the rain hold you up long ?
Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up .
I totally understand .
I said that you are supposed to have an interview .
Pardon ? I can hardly hear you . I will call you later .
One screwdriver , coming right up . ( He mixes the drink . ) Here you are , sir .
Thanks .
But these people say nothing about that . They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days .
That ' s not right , somebody should do something .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It's my honor to be one member of your company . I'd like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
I'm not sure what we need .
Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator .
Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ?
Just get the basics .
Like what ?
You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread .
Just go and make a list for me , please .
Fine , I'll go do that for you .
Is there a problem ?
I wrote the check out for too much .
How much did you write it out for ?
I wrote it out for $ 150 .
How much was it supposed to be ?
It was supposed to be for $ 100 .
I ' ll cancel that check for you .
I really appreciate your help .
I wish she wouldn ' t regret for her decision .
I have absolutely no idea .
You don't know where you want to look for one ?
No , I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets .
Do you want to know where I got mine from ?
Yes , because I love yours .
I purchased mine from IKEA .
Is IKEA affordable ?
Not at all , but you get what you pay for .
I ' m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time !
I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ' t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures .
I ' m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP !
No . Edith didn ' t give anything to drink .
I ' ll buy you a drink .
Oh ! Thank you .
Yeah , but I wish they delivered video games too . Then I would never leave my house !
Is that class really that popular ?
Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered .
What other classes are you going to take ?
I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing .
I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad .
Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from .
I had Professor Mahoney .
Is he an easy grader ?
I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair .
Do you mind if I ask you what you got ?
Not at all . I got a 3 . 8 .
Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ?
I got a 4 . 0 in that class .
Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3 . 1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder .
It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade .
Oh . That helps . Thanks .
It will take about 20 minutes , sir . Is that all right ?
Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ?
Of course , sir .
Do you grade on a curve or use percentages ?
Homework , attendance , and quizzes are sixty percent ; the mid-term and final are worth twenty percent each .
What if we miss something ?
I will allow one unexcused absence ; after that you need to contact me ahead of time .
Will you tell us if we are failing during the year ?
You will be able to track your progress during the year .
Oh , please . Only once lend your new car to me .
Ok .
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications .
Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
In my book , all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up .
Enough ! If we don't finish the game , there won't be time for any movies tonight !
Here is a little gift for your family . It's a calendar with all the community events on it . I hope it can be helpful .
I really appreciate it .
Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me .
I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before .
Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong .
Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ?
Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to .
That's terrific !
By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there .
Yeah , and we can get to know each other at the party .
Doctors aren't sure yet . But the real problem is Suzy . She has a bad cold , and we don't want to take her with us . But we don't know who can stay with her .
You need a babysitter .
Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight . Maybe even for two nights .
I could have Suzy stay at my place .
I don't want to do that to you , Karen .
Why not ?
Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days .
I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston . She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely .
I'd like to talk with her . This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight .
I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible .
I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it . But I'd rather have someone a little older .
I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself .
Great . Then call me and let me know if she's free .
Yes , that ' s funny . I thought you liked it .
I hate it .
Never mind . It ' ll be over in 10 minutes .
It ' s the worst thing I ' Ve ever tried .
Same here .
Have you found anything nice yet ?
I found a few pairs of pants .
Where'd you get those ?
I found them at Pennies .
Those are really cute .
Do you want me to show you where I found them ?
I would like that . Thank you .
Yes , I can . Thank you so much .
For four days or so .
We have one single room on the fifth floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise .
It's very quiet , sir .
How much does it cost per day ?
It's 150 yuan per day including a 10 % service charge .
All right . I'll take the room .
Would you please fill in the registration form ?
OK .
As a hotel policy , we require one day's room charge as a deposit for guests without reservation .
No problem . Here you are .
Your room number is 505 . This is your key . The bellboy will help you with the baggage .
Oh , I know . Sometimes I have the same feeling with you . But you'd better not be so emotional .
Can you stay and accompany me for a while ?
Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on .
Thank you so much . You are so sweet .
Not at all . We are friends .
Usually it's the older kids going around playing Halloween , like punching the pumpkins left outside people's doors or - - someone's tree . They usually do it late at night after little kids go
That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night .
Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too .
That does sound a lot of fun .
what is it ?
some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others .
that makes you feel uncomfortable ?
yeah . we never do that in a public office .
perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy .
i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding .
well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus .
just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ?
yeah .
Oh , I'm shocked .
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
Tomorrow ? No , I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to . I'm going out of the town on business .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment ! It will be the 21st of May . Oh , dear . Arm ... I promised my aunt I would be at her birthday party .
What do you say to next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let's make it next Wednesday .
Ok . Bye .
Bye .
Stop , stop ... We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study . Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school .
Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work .
In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ?
That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ?
That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school . So now I am much more clever than you .
We will lodge at the indigenes ' houses . It's interesting .
So would you say if things don ' t go your way at work it could easily get you down ?
Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ' m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon .
Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ' s true . Okay , well let ' s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ?
Yes , please .
You're not coming ?
Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ?
I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 .
Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ?
We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd .
I'm sorry , Mom .
Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas .
Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you .
I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best .
I know . Goodnight .
And do you have any medicine for air sickness ?
Well , yes . I ' ll give him the medicine too .
I ' ll appreciate your help
It's of good quality .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
Where do you see yourself five years from now ?
I see myself in a management position .
I want to work part-time .
Fine , the two best ways are to use our local listings binders over there or you can use the computers with the Internet job listing sites . See them over there ?
Yes , I know what to do .
Well , in addition , you can schedule an appointment with a job counselor on this list . If you would like to do that , sign here , OK ?
Yes , I think that would be great .
Fine , well the job search tools are all here for you to use . Feel free to look around and use what works best for you . Have fun with it !
In that case , I guess I can rest assured .
Well , I guess you can say that . The safety of packing is something we always pay a lot of attention to . Especially for those fragile commodities , we've got to be extra careful . Otherwise , if the things we don't want to see happened , we would be responsible and that'll cause you a lot of inconvenience , too .
You're right . But wouldn't it be safer to use wooden cases ?
We sure can if you want us to , but the charge will be much higher .
It wouldn't be worth the trouble in that case , would it ? Let's still use cartons .
Sure , no problem . As I said , cartons are good enough for goods like this . You don't have to worry about it .
That ' s right .
I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you .
You are smart .
Of course , the sports shoes don ' t go with the formal occasions .
You are right . What kind of shoes should I wear ?
The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers .
Good idea . Oh , by the way , would you please pick me up after the party , honey ?
It ' ll be too late ; you ' d better take a taxi .
OK .
Yep . See how long and curly my lashes are ?
They look fake .
Thanks !
What makes you say that ?
Today , I'm told I failed three courses .
Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term .
I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me .
Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine .
I hope so .
Please fill out this form , sir .
Ok ... Here you are .
Here are your keys . Check out time is noon .
Is breakfast included ?
No .
Well , I am worried to death right now ! There is still no news from the company for me .
Let it be ! Time will tell .
Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result . Let me check my mail-box again .
Well , it won't if there no line at the pump .
Well , I'm not quite ready .
I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you !
You wouldn't do a thing like that !
Oh , yes , I would !
Gotcha .
And that will be 10:15 pm Tokyo time .
We are suppliers of the summer clothes of various styles and colors . I think you will be interested in some of our new products . We always keep the pace of the clothes fashion , so as to catch the interest of our customers .
We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want .
As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications .
How long would it take you to deliver the orders ?
Two months at most .
Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ?
Yes , of course , here you are . The prices are subject to our confirmation .
I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me .
did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
no . did you ?
yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
I know . I was watching a re-run . I have nothing to do and I was bored .
Me too . Let's get together and do something .
I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ?
Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow .
Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny .
That's great . We can do something outdoors then .
Are there any special events going on tomorrow ?
Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow .
Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out .
Do you know what time it starts ?
It starts at one PM .
Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there .
Perfect . I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty .
Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions .
OK , I will .
Yes , sir . I'll bring it over . Have you decided what you'd like , sir ?
Will you make some recommendation ?
the weather is so warm for December , don't you think ?
it is unusually warm . I blame it on global warming .
global warming is wreaking havoc everywhere .
so sure . Are you from around here ?
no . I'm new here . I just moved here a few months ago .
where are you from ?
I'm from China . What about you ?
I am from Texas . I was in China once , but it was a long time ago .
did you enjoy it ?
I did . I especially liked the food . What do you think about the food here ?
it's very different from Chinese food , but I am getting used to it .
Is that the Da Vinci Code that you've got there ?
yes , have you read it ?
no , but I saw the movie . What do you think about it ?
well , to be honest , I've only gotten though 10 pages of it . So far , though , it's interesting .
well , this is my stop . it was nice talking with you .
likewise . Bye !
so what did you do about it yesterday ?
I went sky-diving !
you're kidding me ! that sounds really scary !
It was scary , but it felt great , too .
weren't you scared ?
of course I was scared . But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped .
so have you cured your fear of heights ?
I think so . After I jumped out of the plane , I realized that I should just enjoy life . Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly .
I'm impressed .
are you scared of anything ?
well , sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself .
what do you think is going to happen ?
I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things .
it sounds like you just need to be more careful .
It was always very busy there .
What did you do ?
I stood behind the register and took pizza orders .
Did you get any perks on the job ?
Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free .
Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know .
Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch .
And what about dinner ?
Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all .
That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ?
I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first .
Certainly . Mr . Nelson can not take your call at the moment because he is away . He stepped out of the office for the whole afternoon and is not expected back until tomorrow morning . His schedule is very unpredictable at times , so the best way to reach him is to first make an appointment by email or text messaging .
Can I leave a message for him please ?
Of course , can you leave your name and number ? I'm sure Mr . Nelson will return your call as soon as he is able .
My name is Max Richards , my phone number is 898-3423 . Could you ask him to call me back as soon as he gets back , please ? I have a rather timely matter to discuss with him .
Can you tell me what it's about ? I can make a note of it , so Mr . Nelson is aware and prepared when he returns your call .
Yes , please let him know I would like to discuss the Girard case with him .
Glad to . The Fair is a big gathering taking place twice a year , thousands of businessmen from more than a hundred and fifty countries and regions are here to trade with China .
What about your company ?
Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ?
My firm has high standing in my country . My bank is the City Bank , New York . You may refer to it for my status .
3 . 5 dollars each .
Sounds persuasive . How much will you charge for it ?
50 dollars per person .
That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ?
Of course . Please take it easy .
I see . May I know the schedule ?
Why not ?
So , what can I do for you today ? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer ?
I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home .
Oh , domestic things ? Yes , of course , we can help you with that .
Ma'am , these are complimentary with each purchase . How about that one below the toys ? This is the best seller . They are of the latest model that can be found in town .
I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ?
Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock .
Really ? How so ?
You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away .
Okay .
Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it .
How about its quality ?
Its durability will be a big surprise to you .
What about the price ?
500 yuan . And if you buy it today , there will be a 15 % discount for you .
I wonder if anyone can call the Ridleys about this . Do you know them well ?
Not really .
Do you know where they're vacationing ?
I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure . It ' s a bad thing to return home to . They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned .
Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt . It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ?
Yes , I suppose . It's a dangerous thing if a fire starts when people are sleeping .
Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
Really ? Does swimming have other advantages ?
It could also help you increase vital capacity .
That ' s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight .
You will make it if you persist in it .
Actually , there's a way to keep the kitchen god from telling the bad things you did .
What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ?
I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you !
Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester .
And what happened ?
His face broke out and he said it was my fault !
Maybe he was just visiting someone .
But you saw how skinny and pale he looks . He has " cancer patient " written all over his face .
Dad . You're so cute . What do I need to do to help get ready ?
You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car .
Jeans and a tee shirt , right ?
Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool .
It's surely worth going to . There are ten famous spots there .
What can we do next after locating the place ?
Inform my members to prepare for the travelling . And then we can discuss about the travelling costs .
Great . See you then .
Yes , I see . How do you like this one ?
May I have a try ?
Certainly .
It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ?
Not from this brand , I'm afraid .
What about other brands ?
How about this one ?
Oh , that's the very thing I need .
Can you give us any other safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net ?
I'd suggest you not give out too much personal information , like your home address , until after several dates . Just keep up the same guards you would keep up if you were meeting any stranger .
Besides the growth of these matchmaker sites , do you have any stats on success rates ? Are people out there finding true and lasting love through the Internet
Well , for a site like ecrush . com , since their debut in Valentine's Day in 1999 , of the 1 . 5 million people who have joined ecrush . com , 300000 have actually matched .
Do you have any successful stories to share ?
Yes , the couple that I highlighted at today's show met on Match . com and they're getting married this summer .
You didn ' t tell me you were working there this year .
I do this every year .
How ' d you get that job ?
I applied online .
That ' s interesting .
I enjoy working there every year .
How much do they pay ?
They pay just enough .
Sure , when those never ending meetings .
Does it include the charge for drinks ?
Yes .
Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please .
Thanks .
Where to meet ?
In the market .
OK . Bottoms up .
Bottoms up .
It's on me .
Thank you . This place is nice .
Yes , Sir . Do you have that information with you ? At this bank , we always recommend our customers write down the reference number of each Traveller's Cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the Traveller's Cheques .
I couldn't agree more .
And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one .
What can I do next ?
The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax .
Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ?
Maybe we should call its after-service man .
I have confidence in them .
It ' s ok , I know how it is . This machine here will work out your upper body , mainly your triceps and biceps . Are you looking to develop strength or muscle tone and definition ?
Well , I don ' t want to be ripped like you ! I just want a good physique with weights and Carpio .
In that case you want to work with less weight . You can start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets . Five kilo weights should be enough . Now it ' s very important that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a muscle .
Got it ! Wow is that the weight you are lifting ? My goodness that ' s a lot of weight !
It ' s not that much . Just watch ... I ' m ok ...
One is OK . How much does it cost ?
Let me see . Eleven yuan .
Here's twenty yuan .
This is your change .
They get higher level English , which is more formal than everyday spoken English . They also deal with matters of style and creativity .
Do you mean that a native doesn ' t make any mistakes in grammar ?
Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken .
I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ' t know standard English in American universities .
Actually there are more non-native speakers than you think . That ' s why it ' s so important to quit worrying about making mistakes . Just talk to everyone every chance you get .
It's so small that I didn't notice it .
What were you screaming at me for ?
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
It is a little bit expensive , but it's worth it .
Yeah . You know driving is boring . TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving .
It can also entertain your passengers like me .
That's the point .
That's true . What kind of safety features are we talking about ?
This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical .
You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ?
Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy .
With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for .
Why don't you take it for a test drive , and think it over .
I ' m sorry . I ' ll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away . The doorman is going to help you with your luggage . I do apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . Thanks .
I ' ll take it . I also need to improve the lighting in my living room . Do you have any suggestions ?
Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ' re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ?
It ' s quite large . It ' s about 40 square metres .
I ' d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better .
Ok . I like the design of this lamps . I also need some cushion covers . I ' ll just browse through those ones over there .
It is on the Jianshe Street where there is a Carrefour Supermarket near it .
No problem . I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me .
OK , it's open .
Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat .
Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ?
Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Nine gallons of premium . That's $ 15 . 32 , please .
After you have your great idea , then you can set up shop by registering a domain name , creating a website , an email address , and a hosting service . If you want to go all out on your website , you can put together shopping cart technology , but that can be pricey to start out with .
Sounds like a lot of work !
Anything worth doing takes work . Money doesn't grow on trees ... Most of us have to work for it .
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . DKNY ?
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
Sound nice , I will try it .
You're meal also include soup and salad .
What's the soup of the day ?
French onion soup , sir , what dressing would you like for your salad ?
Thousand Island , please .
And don't forget your fishing tackle .
Ok . I like fishing very much .
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
How much are they ?
These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each .
All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones .
OK . Anything else ?
Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms .
Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are .
How much is it in all ?
Thirty dollars .
And a white sports car .
Um , that ' s good .
Yes , but he ' s got a wife and 3 children as well .
No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus .
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the center of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
I think you've got a flu . Take this prescription to the chemist's and then go back and sleep .
Thank you very much .
Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon .
Thank you .
He'll be back at about five in the afternoon . Could I take a message ?
Yes , Please tell him I called and ask him to return my call as soon as possible . It's about the PPT contract .
All right , Mr . Smith . I'll be sure he gets your message .
Exactly how bad ?
You didn't pass the test .
I don't understand how I could've failed it .
There are a few reasons why you failed .
What are the reasons ?
The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver .
Can I take the test again ?
You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks .
Our special tonight is lobster .
Thank you , but I prefer the fish .
Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb .
No , I'd like the fish .
Whatever you say .
The tie is necessary for man . It makes you look so attractive in a super tie .
Match is important ; well , the way of tying is also important .
My father dose not know how to tie a tie , for he often wears a cravat .
My father wears a tie every day , but he can ' t do it himself . My mother helps him with his tie every morning .
You mother is not only a patient mother but also a gentle wife .
If my plans don't change , I'll need a room April 14 till April 17 .
Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ?
Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay .
Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course .
$ 308 a night ? That's a fair price .
Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , please .
Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ?
I have absolutely no problem with that .
Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number .
Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 .
Thank you for making a reservation with us . We look forward to seeing you in April !
Why ? You make me confused .
He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later .
Why does he have such a privilege ?
He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him .
I see . Does he live by himself ?
Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle .
He must be lonely ?
I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories .
How respectable !
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
Are you using dial-up or broadband ?
actually , I've got a wireless connection .
In that case , you need to turn on your airport .
I hook up to the Internet every day . I can't believe I didn't do that .
do you like ever chat online ?
No , but I'd like to . Do you have to pay to do instant messaging ?
Oh , no . You can register for free . Just go to the yahoo website and it will tell you how to do it .
what do you do if people want to talk to you online but you don't want to talk to them ?
well , you can always block them . When I don't feel like talking to certain people online , that's what I do .
what's your email address ? I'll add you to my contacts list .
it's aubreyinchina@yahoo . com .
cool . We can meet up in a chat room sometime or just chat online using messenger . thanks for your help .
don't mention it .
Where is it ?
It's a private garden .
And we could get a dog !
I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish .
Well , fish it will be then .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the question there and lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
About twenty minutes .
What's happening at the far end ?
That's the packing line . The goods are being wrapped and loaded onto pallets ready for transportation .
OK . I've got it .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
That is important . Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application .
Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later .
Ok , good luck to you .
I'm watching reruns of it .
Reruns ?
That means our local TV station is showing old episodes . You can watch reruns of nearly every old sitcom .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're presents for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
Certainly . Mr . Lee ' s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
Yes , that was for two single rooms , wasn't it ?
I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you .
Are they quiet rooms ?
Well they are facing the street
but there's a lovely view .
We'd like quiet rooms thanks .
Of course
I ' m sorry , sir . We can ' t accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking . May I suggest another hotel , sir ?
Oh , thank you very much .
Please hold the line . I ' ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need .
How do I contact them ?
I ' ll give you their phone number . It ' s 601 789 5634 .
A minute , please . ... Yes , this way , please .
We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers .
Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ?
First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ' t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves .
I see . What else ?
We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones .
Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ' t seem like a waste of time and money .
Trust me , regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs .
And here is the menu . I'll come back soon .
Thank you .
whatever you prefer .
this is a very nice place . How long have you been living here now ?
just over three weeks . Would you like a drink ?
sure , what do you have ?
I've got white wine , red wine , gin and tonics , ginger ale , lemonade , orange juice , and sprite .
I'll have a glass of red wine please .
one glass of red wine coming up !
so how many people are coming for the dinner tonight ?
there's just going to be 6 of us tonight .
oh , I thought there were going to be eight . who isn't coming ?
Marcia and Paul called to cancel at the last moment . Paul was running late and Marcia wasn't feeling well .
that's too bad . They ' re such good company .
I think there's someone at the door .
excuse me while I go and get that .
We're just looking for a reasonable price according to the specifications in our project blueprint . That's all I can say .
Ah , yes , Ms Reeve . I have all of your information here . Do you have the cash cheque ?
Here you go .
I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here .
Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ?
I'm sorry , we cannot make corrections on these . You'll have to bring another one with the correct amount , I'm afraid .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . we certainly don ' t want a highjack to happen on our plane today .
Believe it !
It looks more like a toy , or a cool briefcase !
Potato chips and French dressing .
Maybe he is not good at rebounding ?
Indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
Who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
Well then , what are your spoils ?
Well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
Were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married ?
I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ' t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood .
Did your husband's family get to meet your family ?
My husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed that the wedding party should be less about money and more about family .
That makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ?
We waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa .
You really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ?
Not at all , but we don ' t have a very traditional marriage either , so it suited us perfectly !
Yup , it ' s all set .
You ' re sure we ' re not forgetting anything ?
I ' m sure ... we ' Ve got all our bases covered .
Well , let ' s get going then ! I love road trips !
Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ?
But we ' Ve only been on the road for ten minutes .
I know , but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left .
At the gate of the park .
Great . I look forward to meeting you .
See you then .
See you .
Alright , let's look at some others .
Look , this one matches our room and it's inexpensive .
Moreover , it's easy to clean , right ? You are really lazy .
That ' s true . She said they often argued over nickel-and-dime things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock .
You said it . You know , they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Definitely . Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
No . Except for the rash , I feel fine .
Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ?
I would like to come in on Tuesday .
I will write you in for that day at 4
I would like to see Dr . Smith .
I will write you in on that doctor ' s schedule . See you then .
You need to fill out an Application Form .
Where is it ?
It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ' t leave any blank spaces . When you ' re done bring the application to me .
Okay . Thanks .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
Me too .
Well , madam , the meter was not on at all . You didn't tell me .
But I thought it was . Anyway . I am in a hurry . Here is the money .
Yeah ?
It kept me awake .
Oh , I'm sorry .
It kept me awake a couple of hours .
I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud .
It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me .
It's true . It was a bit loud .
I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future .
Oh , it's no problem . It ' s OK . You know , it only happened once .
I am glad we've straightened everything out .
I just don ' t know .
It ' s this Tuesday .
You can ' t be serious .
Why would I joke ?
Thanks for telling me .
You should ' Ve known already .
I forgot .
As long as you go vote , that ' s all that matters .
You should change to the No . 701 bus at the next stop .
Thank you so much !
Not at all .
we ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
while you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way .
actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
my pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
So I take it you're pretty bored too .
Just killing time until I find something to do . What are you going to do ?
It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing . What's wrong with us ?
You wanna shoot some hoops ?
I already tried to call up some of the guys , but they are all busy .
Where's your girlfriend ? I thought you were going out with her today .
She's out shopping with her friends .
Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then .
Aright . Do you have any cigarettes ?
I only have a couple left . Why don't you pick some up on the way .
Ok . See you there in about 30 minutes .
Aright . See you there .
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
I preferred the forward with pictures of him side-by-side with monkeys .
Yeah , their expressions were exactly the same !
Hey , it's not that bad . The food is nutritious and it's really convenient . I don't want to spend too much time on eating stuff .
Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine .
Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ?
No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch .
But you didn't eat anything today .
Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant .
All right . I'm going to the McDonald's .
For what ? I thought you didn't like western food .
No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week .
That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food .
Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one .
That's for sure . It's always hard for the parents to say no to their children .
There will be no charge at all . However you must show us the receipt . Could you sign it here , please ?
Thank you .
All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund .
Thanks . I'll put it in a safe place .
Are you married ?
No , I am still single .
Can you tell me something about your family ?
Ok . There are four persons in my family , my parents , my elder sister and me .
And how did you get around town ?
I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do .
Right , so you didn ' t get lost ?
I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China . They soon showed me the way !
We have to cut back on our shopping from now on .
Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income .
I hope so .
What's your sales record been like there ?
The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ' m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years .
If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ?
Hmm ... I think I am ready for a new challenge . I've put a good team together at my present company , and I think If I want to take the next step in my career , it's time for me to move on .
Which is better ?
One isn ' t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers .
I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school .
Yes , sometimes .
OK . Hurry up .
Some even do make-up slightly . Are you aware that previous ' small potato ' Ma Xiaoxiao becomes a piece of cheese cake recently ?
She is certainly not my kind of girl .
Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes .
You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either .
I appreciate the saying ' Love consists in this , that two solitude protect , border and salute each other . '
Have you applied with any other companies ?
No , this is my first .
Is there anything you want to ask about ?
I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ?
Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ?
Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere .
All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
OK , thanks .
Why ?
It is necessary for you to walk on the street . Otherwise , it will be not good to wear high heeled shoes .
That makes sense . I will do it .
You do need to take some medicines with you . Just in case .
Good idea .
How long does it take for the bus to get there ?
The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so .
Where do we get off the bus ?
Right behind Macy's is a bus stop .
The stop is really at the mall ?
It's in the middle of the parking lot .
That's perfect .
I know it is .
If there's ever anything I can do for you , Don't hesitate to let me know .
Thank you .
I'm most grateful .
It was a pleasure .
No problem , sir .
I like this colour and it is very bright .
This color is becoming to you , too .
Yes , I think so . How much are they ?
The pink one is 30 yuan , and the purple one is 35 yuan .
No , can I exchange it for a bigger one ?
I am afraid this is the biggest size we have .
Oh , that's too bad .
Maybe you would like to try this one with the willow pattern . The price is the same and it's bigger .
And also , the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number .
Check , check and check .
What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ?
Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ?
As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid .
No problem , I'll settle that now . You can take it from my Business Account .
Mr . : For those of you who don't have a calculator , get one .
We are allowed to use a calculator in class ?
Mr . : Yes . By the way , review today's notes this evening . We may have a small quiz tomorrow .
Just plain water with plenty of ice rock .
All right . Please wait for a minute .
What time is the most convenient for you to change rooms , sir ?
I'm going out in about half an hour .
What time will you be back ?
Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose .
We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return .
OK . I'll do that .
Thank you very much , sir .
I can see that . But I didn ' t know you had experience in that line of work .
I didn ' t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted .
Congratulations ! You do have the right attitude .
Ha ... I am not sure .
I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly .
Let me think . How much did you have in mind ?
5 000 yuan per month .
That's a lot of money . Let me think about it carefully .
Well , one of the most spectacular things about this one was the special effects . State of the art special effects are the main reason for the success of previous episodes , so audiences have high expectations for this one , and I don't think they will be disappointed .
You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures .
It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie .
Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes .
I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling .
I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong .
Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ?
No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ' t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak .
Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role .
I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ' re going to start making it and when it ' s scheduled for release ?
I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one .
I hope so , too .
Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late .
Okay , let's go !
Well , I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and ...
Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 .
I ' d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ...
Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next . You don't have insurance ?
No , not for this country .
How about traveler's insurance ?
No , I didn't think I ' d need it .
Can you pay cash , then ?
Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain .
All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job .
I know . I am sorry that I yelled at you .
Is there anything I can do ?
Can I borrow some money ?
Sure , how much do you need ?
About 50 dollars .
That's no problem .
Thanks . I'll pay you back on Friday .
That'll be fine . Here you are .
What are you going to do now ?
I'm going to buy some books and then I'm going to the gas station .
If you wait a minute I can go with you .
OK . I'll wait for you .
As you know , Miss Wang , we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills . We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate .
Thank you .
Today ' s interview is for us to get to know a little about you . And the interview will last a little bit longer . So , if you ' re comfortable , I want to ask you some questions .
That is great . Dinner starts at 6
I'll be there in time .
All right . Bye .
Bye .
What is your greatest accomplishment ?
I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project .
Can you work under pressure ?
Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ' t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work .
What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ?
There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy .
How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ?
I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive . Some of them change their attitude later .
Yes , that's our regular flight to Shanghai . What's your name , PLS ?
I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J .
One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ' t you ?
Yes , that's right .
Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight !
Thanks !
Thank you .
You're welcome .
You always act like this when you ' Ve fallen in love . Who is he ? How did you meet ?
His name is Tony and we met my first night in Pathos . He works with my sister who lives there .
Was it love at first sight ?
Not really . I wasn ' t looking for a holiday romance , but my sister told me that she had promised him that she ' d set him up on blind date with me . I didn ' t think I ' d have anything to lose , so I went .
And ?
Let ' s just say that by the third date , we both realized that we had fallen in love .
That happened quickly ! Are you going to see him again ?
Luckily , his company has a position available here , so he ' s going to see if he can get relocated .
It sounds like he is madly in love with you . Are you ready for such a serious relationship ?
Well , I ' m not really a spring chicken anymore . We don ' t know what will happen .
So Irene , what do you do ?
I'm in computing . I work for Macrohard .
Macrohard , eh ?
What do you do ?
I have my own company that designs computer systems .
Well , the same as for private vehicles really , but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear .
Can you carry out major repairs here ?
Yes , we've got all the necessary equipment . We can give the engines a major overhaul . If there's a serious problem , we strip down the engine and find the faulty component . Would you like to look around ?
Paper-cuts are all hand-made . Let me see the paper-cuts you bought . They are all animals .
Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ?
All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes .
Then I will buy some tomorrow .
Why do you want to buy so much ?
Because I want to send them to my friends .
I see .
Why can't I call the police now ? He was definitely following me !
Of course you can call the police if you want . That's not what I mean . I'm just saying that they probably won't do anything .
I suppose . What can they do ? I don't even know who he is .
Listen , Carol . Don't let this bother you too much . Probably it's nothing . Just keep your eyes open when you go out . If you see him a third time , and if he follows you again , then I think we should go to the police . But for now , just try not to worry .
Alright . And I won't go to that cafe for awhile .
I think the cloisonn bracelet is more beautiful .
You ' re right . This one costs less , but is more beautiful .
Will the luster fade out after some time ?
No , we guarantee the quality .
Ok . Can I try it on ?
Certainly , the mirror is right here .
That's fine ! How would you like this cash back ?
I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please .
Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day .
Thank you and bye-bye !
Thank you .
No . Just the smell of bread toasting to a perfect golden brown ...
Brings back memories ?
Good !
What time should I arrive ?
How about 6:00 ?
Fine . See you then .
Who was chairing the meeting ?
Bob .
Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes .
That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him .
What was the meeting about ?
We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient .
It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient .
Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ?
You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details .
Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ?
You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information .
That's a good idea , I think I will try that at the next meeting .
Actually , I ' m interested in all of them . The more choices we have , the harder to make a decision .
Toss a coin to decide then .
My stomach feels so empty .
Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too .
I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then .
Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat .
That's not nice .
You can always go home and make something to eat .
I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here .
Sorry . That's not my fault .
I see . I ' m sure you ' ll find them one day . I see you also have several poster of him .
Yes . These posters are new . I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday .
Are you a member of his fan club ?
I was , but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet , so I ' m not a member now .
Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month ?
Of course ! I bought two copies .
Two copies ? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of , right ?
Sure . The sunny days of spring are ideal for outdoor gatherings .
Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn .
OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff .
Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ?
Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys .
Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ?
He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do .
Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science .
Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic !
I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world .
I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day .
Well , OK . you are always right .
But I have seen many toys in your home .
There is none now because he likes to destroy toys .
But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ?
Yes , I am annoyed by this , too .
And you still buy him new ones ?
Yes , I think so .
You will spoil him .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
How soon would you deliver my baggage ?
Hopefully by tomorrow evening . Which hotel are you going to stay ?
At the down town Hilton Hotel .
When is the expected date of your departure ?
I'm going to return next week .
I am running Chinese arts and crafts .
What arts and crafts are you interested in this time ?
I hope to import some silk from Hangzhou to Germany . Can you help me ?
Sure , I'll certainly help you do it .
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
How much would you like to change ?
Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty .
Please fill in this exchange form , and I'll need to see your passport , and sign here . That's the money and your passport back . Of course , if you don't spend all of it , you can come back and we'd be happy to buy the local currency back from you .
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
I really can't wait that long . Are there any other buses that can take me there ?
The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it .
Where can I find the bus ?
The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
So , can I buy some new shoes as a Christmas present ?
Sure , a promise is a promise .
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
Who is he ?
He ' s a famous American musician .
Who ' s the author ?
It was written by Howard Sounds .
What do you think about it ?
It ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot from reading it .
Can I read it when you ' re done ?
Sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
How many chapters does the book have ?
There are 15 chapters in total .
When do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
Thanks . Charlie !
No problem . Bob .
Yes , now many girls want to be independent , so it is a little popular , especially among white collars .
But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself .
Forget about it !
Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ?
It will be a long story . We have many differences , for example , she usually puts all her clothes into washing machine . That is the sort of thing I can not bear .
I agree with you , but you know how old-fashioned the elders are .
This hotel could use some insecticide , but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful .
That's very honest of you . Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
He is then in a very difficult situation .
Sure . He ' ll get the bag . I think .
She's always bothering me . What should I do ?
You'd better leave her alone .
But she always harps on me .
Just tell her off .
Yes , great !
You ' re right . I ' ll save the beer for when we land . One orange juice , please .
My wife and I will look forward to it .
I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ?
lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines .
They just announced the boarding call .
Then we've got to get going .
OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing .
Thank you again for all your help .
Bye .
Can you eat the nut ?
No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut .
How much are they ?
Well , the sale price is $ 1 each .
What does a mango taste like ?
They're like a citrus fruit .
How do I know if it's ripe ?
You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel .
Where do they come from ?
Most of them in this store are from Mexico .
You mean Sweet Heart .
Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 .
What do you think about Cold Wind ?
I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart .
So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ?
Well . I don't like Your Lips very much .
Why ?
I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ' s top ten , if you ask me .
Really ? But it's my favorite .
Well , first of all , I like to pamper myself , and my nails look great . You should come with me !
Why ? I don ' t want to have nail polish or anything like that !
They don ' t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish !
Yeah , sounds like something I should definitely do .
Did you have to pay a deposit ?
No , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first 6 months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
Do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
No , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
How long is your contract for ?
That's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
Have you started looking yet ?
Not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
Did you check the computer ?
I already looked .
Did it say anything ?
It said that the book is on the shelf , but it isn ' t .
I ' m sure I can get it from another library .
Could you do that ?
I ' ll let you know when I get the book in .
That ' s great . Thank you so much .
What other activities will you have tomorrow ?
Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second .
Do you bring some gifts along ?
That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand .
Is it the same practice for all families ?
Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday .
I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax .
Well , for city dwellers , the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days . While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized , the festival lasts ten days .
That's true . Some people pay too much attention to their mobile phones .
Actually , it's not the fault of the mobile phone . But people should have a proper attitude towards it . Mobile phone is a tool serving people , not the fetters restricting them .
Do you know which account you want to take the money from ?
From my savings account .
Where are you transferring the money to ?
I would like it transferred to my checking account .
How much ?
I want to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all ?
Yes . That will be all .
I'm a flight attendant and I'm here on vacation .
Where are you staying ?
I live in the Holiday Inn Lido Hotel .
Oh , it's not very far . And as far as I know it is a fancy place .
Yes , it is . Do you know where I can get a town map ?
We sell them , right here .
Great , do you have any for foreigners ? I mean English version ?
Thank you for your compliment . Won't you try this fish with white sauce ? I'm rather round of it .
It's delicious .
What sort of western food do you like best ?
I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ?
I find the Chinese dishes wonderful .
Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night .
It's still early .
You did a good job . I'm extremely proud of you .
Thanks for the compliment .
You certainly deserve it . Let's celebrate !
When will it be working again ?
It should be back on in the next couple of days .
Do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down .
So , I don't have to pay for it ?
No , not until your cable comes back on .
Okay , thanks for everything .
You're welcome , and I apologize for the inconvenience .
Yes , I am . I am from Taiwan . I came here to study political science .
How do you like it ?
I like it so far . But my English still needs work .
I want to study Mandarin and international relations .
Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters ?
They teach regular characters .
I see . I'm from Taiwan , so I know regular characters better than simplified .
You just said your English needs work , yes ?
Yes , that's true . Especially my writing . I think my papers aren't good enough . I make too many grammatical mistakes .
Well , I am very serious about learning Chinese . But for me the hard part now is pronunciation . You have the four tones in Chinese . It is very hard . Maybe , if you have time , maybe we could do a language exchange .
You mean you and I ?
Yes , why not ? I mean , if you come to this cafe often , maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English .
That sounds like a good idea . How often would you like to do it ?
Let's see ... My schedule right now is quite busy . But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange .
How would we manage it though ? How would we spend the 90 minutes ?
First , we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing . If you want , I could help you edit your papers . Or we could do English conversation . Whatever you want . And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese .
Would I help you with writing ?
No . For me right now , the important thing is spoken Chinese . I need practice . So you could tutor me in speaking . We could use my textbook , and you could ask me questions . Then you could correct my mistakes .
I think it sounds like a good system . But when is it convenient to meet ?
Well , today is Monday . Actually , for me Monday at this time would be the best . I am free from now until 11
Me too . In fact , I'm free until 1
So if you want to meet at 10
It sounds good . I will bring the papers I'm working on .
And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder . I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own .
Let me give you my phone number .
Sure . I'll give you mine too . Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason .
Yes , sir . We usually serve soya-bean milk and jellied beancurd . Which one do you prefer , sir ? A
I'll try the soya-bean milk this time .
So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk .
That's right .
Thank you , sir . Just a moment , please .
Yes , it would be nice to see the apartment .
How about today at 6 o'clock ?
Yes , I can be there at 6 .
Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ?
I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest .
If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me .
Is there anything that I need to bring with me ?
No . I won't need to see anything except your driver's license .
Thanks a lot .
We have parties every Saturday from June to October .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
You're welcome .
Can we see the menu , please ?
I'll bring it over .
Anything good for this evening ?
We have squirrel shaped mandarin fish , seeds prawn , etc .
Very good , we'll take them all .
That's right . Mutton chops taste so good . We eat them with sauce . Have you ever tried ?
Yes , I have . I tried once when I visited your country last year . I think they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
Certainly I can . I'll buy some from the butcher's and cook for you next Sunday .
That sounds great . I'll bring a bottle of wine then .
I thought it was pretty good .
Really ? I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
I guess it could happen .
200 dollars per week .
In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas .
It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent .
Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself .
Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ' s easy to go anywhere from here and it ' s near the place where I work ?
I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ?
Twice a week for work and once for shopping .
In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university .
That's true . Ok , I will think about it .
Can you tell me what days the classes are on ?
One class is on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p . m . to 4 .
And the other class ?
That class is from ten to twelve on Monday and Wednesday .
Are you sure these are the only open classes ?
Yes , I am sure .
Okay , sign me up for the class on Monday and Wednesday .
Very well then .
Yes , I would also like some sweet and sour sauce and pepper .
I'll put all that into the bag for you .
Do I owe you anything for the sauce , pepper and napkins ?
No , there is no charge for those .
Tea Ceremony ! It's , there's a certain way you have to make tea , not only make tea , there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl .
I see .
Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl
How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ?
There's some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony . So you need to go to a school , yes , and learn from your teacher and their hierarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go , climb up the ladder in the hierarchy .
Tell me ! Tell me ! What's your secret ? !
OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone !
What ? ! You did that ? ? ! ! !
I'm afraid there's a bit of a problem . In fact , he's booked up the whole week except tomorrow afternoon .
Tomorrow afternoon , Um ... you see , I've made an appointment with Mr . Comet for tomorrow afternoon . In order to meet Mr . Zhang , I have to cancel the appointment with Mr . Comet , I'm afraid .
I'm terribly sorry , Mr Miller , but Mr . Zhang is really busy this week .
I understand . When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ?
Please let me check . Tomorrow afternoon - Yes , he'll be free from 2:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ?
Yes , that's quite all right for me .
What does it say ?
I ' Ve been accepted !
Are you serious ?
I ' m serious .
Good for you !
NYU was my first choice , but UCLA is just fine .
I ' m so proud of you .
Thanks . I ' m proud of myself , too .
Two years , please .
You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit .
OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ?
Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one .
I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ?
In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on .
I see .
What about this ?
It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ?
I have a lot of them .
Show me the one made of plastic .
OK , here you are .
Thank you .
Well , it came with a certificate , and it looks real . But auctioning on eBay is risky .
A risk I would never take ...
Then you haven't browsed eBay before ... get online . Don't hang up !
Yes , it's not short enough to be wash-and-go and not long enough to do anything fancy .
Have you thought about wearing a hat ?
Everywhere I go ?
Well , it's one way to get through the in-betweens if you really want to grow it out !
Oh , how long ?
Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold .
OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does .
He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well .
Really ?
He's quite a patient teacher , too .
Fine .
You're going to like him . Everybody says he's a nice guy .
No , thank you .
That's the most important thing .
It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid .
Forget about it .
When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway .
Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well .
I appreciate that , thank you .
Please fill in this transfer form and enter your password , here . Then the transaction should be completed .
OK ... there we go . Thanks very much .
There are hardly any windows in here , and that makes it really gloomy .
Let ' s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large .
Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper .
Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please .
What ' s that smell ?
Perhaps we should move on to the next listing .
Organic ? What ' s organic ? Do we need organic carrots ... ?
They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ...
Oh , so organic vegetables are the ' green ' option , right ?
Yup , better for the environment and better for us !
Wait a minute , what's that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ?
I like doughnuts .
Yeah , I never thought we could be good friends either . We have our differences . She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed , but we still get along extremely well . We can talk for hours about anything .
That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes .
When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her .
It seems you two bring out the best of one another .
Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me .
Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other .
Thanks , I think so too .
Would you like fries with that ?
I would love large curly fries .
Would you like anything to drink ?
Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi .
Will that be all ?
Yeah , that's it . Thank you .
Your total comes to $ 5 . 48 .
Here you go . Thank you very much .
I'll be yours through endless time .
I see . And I'll always be devoted to you .
Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry .
I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie .
My love will grow , like a river to flow .
It can't be dry , and can't die .
I don't know whether we are in a dream .
Aha , Aha ...
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Oh , God . I just forgot it . I should have brought roses for my girlfriend .
It's not too late . Go to buy some now .
She will come and let you know when your table is prepared .
Those patio tables are new , aren't they ? Would it be possible to be seated out there ?
An outside table is available right now if you would like to be seated immediately .
We would love to sit outside . Thanks for your help !
Here is your table , and now may I take your drink order while you are considering what to have for dinner ?
Yes , could you please bring us a pitcher of margaritas and four glasses while we are figuring out our dinner order ?
I'll put your drink order in and be right back to get your dinner order .
We'll be ready to order by the time you get back !
Loving to look beautiful is women's nature . In fact , I am thinking about going to my favorite clothing shop today .
No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic .
Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size .
OK . Do you have the receipt with you ? I think they will ask you to show them the receipt first .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
Well , that is easy ! It sure beats waiting in line for ages waiting to deal with a real person !
Oh , cheer up . He ' ll understand you .
What are they ? I ' ll be careful .
Don ' t use office phones for personal matters .
I got it .
Never ever come to work drunk , also smoking in the office is not allowed .
I see .
Sure . I love this place , especially the decoration . So tasteful !
Yeah . Other than that , the real feature are the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ?
Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in .
Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ?
Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move .
I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention .
Cool . Thanks .
I intend to stay at home for the whole seven days and have a good rest .
Oh , gosh ! I have to go to the restroom so bad ! I can't bear it anymore !
I'm sure a spot will open up soon .
Oh , look ! There's a spot open next to the public restroom ! Can I take it ?
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
It's not worth it .
Oh , I guess I really did get ripped off .
I didn't know your sister lives in the city , when did she move there ?
About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library .
I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ?
Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes .
Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway .
I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now .
Doesn't your mother live in the city ?
Yes , she's lived there for about ten years .
I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then .
I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now .
Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker .
See you later .
I see . You simply can't blame the server for this .
yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district .
that's true .
anyway , how was your such , Catherine ?
it was good . I brough lunch from home today .
you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America .
well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy .
i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat .
yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ?
you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America .
well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places .
seriously ?
yeah , it's hard to believe but true .
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
I wanted to change around 5000 dollars . And you know the exchange rate .
Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ?
Not today .
What do you mean ?
I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board . At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something .
Why ?
Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar .
Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ?
I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense .
Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ?
So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true . They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar .
That's amazing ! Really ? How could it change so much in two days ?
Well , you ' re really as out-dated as she is .
You ' re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style
No wonder you never buy me a new dress .
We could provide them with better conditions anyway . We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos . We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible .
That ' s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ' s good for kids to see wild animals .
I agree . I ' m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ' t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways .
I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced .
That ' s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well .
Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare .
Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals .
Yes , I have . They do an excellent job .
No , just bring yourself . I hope to see you there .
Well , at least we have Stars . com . That'll be great publicity .
Let ' s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ' s start with the record collection , I ' ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Hmm , that's a bit of a challenge . Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine . Well , let's see . have to be a white wine , of course .
Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ?
No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish .
I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ?
Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand .
Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ?
That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay .
Let's see . The label says it's got " attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . " Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now .
It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely .
All right . What varietal is that ?
Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess .
And you think this is a good wine ?
Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma .
Perfect ! I'll take it !
I can't see him . Where ?
Right there .
Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ...
Yes , it's Mel Gibson .
Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ?
I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ?
I can't do that .
Why not ?
No . It wasn't the super bargain I thought it was .
No , he doesn ' t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time .
Maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
How so ?
He is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
Poor Mary ! She really liked him .
Anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
Do you think they ' ll get back together ?
No , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
So do I .
Yes , so this place had better be clean . You know Grandma ...
... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat .
And Steve is going to look after you until we come back .
Ok . I'll check the heater . Dry yourself with the towel first .
It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ?
Yes , it ' s half price . It ' s supposed to be too large-that ' s the fashion .
I might get one too , but in a different colour . I prefer light blue to while .
There . It looks great , don ' t you think ? I ' m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I need a new pair . I ' m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter .
I ' m getting this beret -- doesn ' t it look cool ? I ' d like to get some jeans too , but I don ' t have enough cash on me .
Don ' t worry . I ' Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later .
Thanks ! Now I don ' t need to come back to the shop a second time .
Very good . Could you deliver it to this address ?
Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number .
OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ?
No later than tomorrow .
Thanks .
What do you do , Susan ?
Well , I ' m a college student . How about you ?
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
Am I ? Um ... my face gets red when I walk too fast .
You're embarrassed , aren't you ? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy . The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her ...
It's hard to tear myself away from your friendly people and your ancient country , but nothing lasts for ever . I have to go back home this time , but I'm sure I'll return very soon .
I'm really glad to hear that
Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon .
Good-bye , Mr White . A happy journey home , and hope to see you again soon .
Are there any other jobs waiting for me in the future ?
Seldom .
That's OK . How can my salary be improved ?
Your quantity sold is beyond the required by more than 30 % .
The people don ' t really work out there . They just stand around and talk all the time .
Oh , it ' s one of those places .
Yeah , is your club different ?
Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ' t so many people .
Do they have a lot of equipment ?
Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna .
Sounds nice . What about classes ?
The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too .
Wow , that sounds great .
Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ' t you come with me tonight ?
Really ? Thanks . I ' ll stop by when I get off work .
Perfect . See you later .
O . K . , see you .
What ' s a cabinet ?
This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ' s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy .
Can any mp make a law ?
Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law .
I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties .
Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ' s . most mp ' s vote the way their party wants them to .
How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ?
They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Votes who often change the party they vote for are called floating voters .
We haven't . Hurry up !
All right . Let ' s go .
And about time too .
Yes , he does have Richard ' s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
It seems that I've been given two classes scheduled at the same time .
I can understand the problem with that .
Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ?
No problem , do you want those classes still ?
Yes , I do .
Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day .
Thank you very much .
OK , I will repeat what I said loudly .
Yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ?
Yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
Yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
That's very convenient .
It is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
Yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
The maximum is $ 1000 .
Is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
Yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the account . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
That's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
They're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
When do you want it delivered ?
I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ?
What time exactly ?
I need it delivered at 12 .
We can have it to you at that time .
That's not a problem ?
We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock .
That's great ! Thank you very much .
The wagon with the water , of course .
That ' s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard .
No , you can ' t do that . There isn ' t much water in the wagon . And we need the water for drinking .
That ' s one hundred and forty .
Hmm ... that ' s a bit out of my price range . Can you give me a better deal ?
This is an exclusive design by marco ! It ' s a bargain at that price .
Well , I don ' t know . I think I ' ll shop around .
Okay , okay , how about one hundred dollars ?
That ' s still more than I wanted to spend . What if I take both dresses ?
Okay , I can give you a special discount , just because you seem like a nice person . One hundred and ninety dollars for both .
I don ' t know ... It ' s still a bit pricey ... Thanks anyway .
my final price ! One hundred dollars for both ! That ' s two for the price of one . That ' s my last offer !
Great ! You ' Ve got a deal !
Good luck to you , good-bye .
Good-bye .
I know that . But that has nothing to do with being unlucky . Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people .
May I turn on the radio then ?
Turn on the radio ? What for ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to some music ? And who ' ll cook dinner ? Will you ?
Ok , I will . But let ' s go to a disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate pop .
And when do you prepare for your final exam ?
Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam .
Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ?
Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them .
Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart !
But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late .
Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ?
Yes , some people even pack up his bed quilt and sleep there . That's a little bit crazy .
I think you should definitely consider it ! This way you won ' t have to juggle such a busy schedule , and you ' ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings . I can refer you this great nanny Amy . She used to work for my neighbors , before they moved away . She ' s very responsible , a good cook , and great with kids .
Oh , that ' s great . Thanks Grace . Can you give me her number ? I ' ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow . Maybe this way I won ' t be so tired every day , and Dan and I might even get to go on a date once in a while .
By the way , would you like to see movies ?
That's OK .
What do you do in your spare time ?
I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes .
I just like to sleep like a lazy cat .
That's a bad habit .
Then here we have a series of deductions . First off are the federal ones . FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act , or something like that . It's your federal income tax . And then there's Social Security and Medicare , which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work .
All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now .
That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take .
Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes -- one at a state level and one at a federal level ?
That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead .
I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan .
No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation .
Yeah , I guess it's the same in the UK , I just never paid much attention . See you later !
You said it .
Oh , maybe you can find something from the New York Times , or the Washington Post during that period .
That's a good idea . Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
That's what my parents want me to do .
You should take their advice . They know what's best for you .
But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing .
But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun .
Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age .
And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too .
You're right . Thank you for the advice .
Does six thirty suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Daniel .
Can you describe his appearance to me ?
He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1 . 4 meters .
OK , I see . Dear Daniel , please come to the broadcasting station when you've heard this , your mother is waiting for you . If other tourists see a boy in a blue sportswear and a pair of white sportsshoes , 1 . 4 meters , please ask him to go to the broadcasting station . Thank you !
Oh , she's nice . How much is she ?
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
I think I am beginning to have an asthma attack .
Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ?
No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there .
Do you need a ride home ?
I live in the dorms across the street , so I ' ll be OK .
OK , then , hope you feel better soon . Check your e-mail for missed assignments .
It ' s a good idea to have a radio , isn ' t it ?
Sure . It ' s like understanding on the telephone -- -- you can ' t see the speaker ! It ' s great for improving listening comprehension .
It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ' t it ?
It certainly does . But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress .
and then ?
take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ' ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall .
thanks a lot .
you ' re welcome .
by the way , how long does it take ?
without traffic , it takes about an hour .
I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ?
yes , I think so . It doesn ' t close until 5 o ' clock . You still have plenty of time .
great ! Thank you !
my pleasure , and have a good time !
No , I'll e paying for myself , but I have private medical insurance .
In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed .
Thanks a lot .
Don't lose this receipt , because insurance companies are very difficult about helping when they don't have the right paperwork .
There must be buttons . How do they turn it on and off ?
I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk .
Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep .
I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them .
What did they say about the air conditioning ?
They said it is centrally controlled . All the rooms are the same . They can't change it .
That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ?
You can wear more clothes .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won't you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
Is that so ?
Absolutely . Take my word for it .
That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony .
Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration .
Thanks .
Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
I've just contacted our technicians . They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon . Can you tell me your factory's address , so they can find you easier ?
That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation .
To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time .
Thank you again !
Well , the weather is so unpredictable this time of year .
You're right . We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow .
Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain .
The weatherman predicts a fine day today .
The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast .
I think instant coffee is becoming more and more popular . Though its taste is not perfect , it's really cheap and convenient .
Exactly . Nescafe is the world's favorite coffee . People love it all over the world .
I agree . I heard that in the western countries , almost everyone likes coffee . Is that true ?
Yes . No doubt about that . For us , coffee is more a living style rather than a simple drink . I heard Chinese people don't drink that much coffee .
No , we don't , especially the elder people . But more and more young people fall for coffee nowadays .
I suppose so . That's probably why there are so many wonderful coffee houses in China now .
Which ones are you referring to ?
The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet .
Is that why it won't turn on ?
If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on .
I did not know that .
You should check the connections .
I'm going to do that .
Tell me if it's still not working .
No , only the articles listed on the Declaration .
Thank you very much .
But I don't know which stop is Tinge Depot .
I will remind you to get off .
Thank you .
My pleasure .
This is wonderful . Thank you for doing all this for me , Miss Lee .
You are welcome . And , please call me Betty .
We'll have several foreign guests to attend the meeting .
I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English .
Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ?
We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ?
Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments .
All right , I see .
I ' m going to give everyone on the team an extra day off . Everyone deserves it .
don ' t say that yet . A new project could suddenly appear .
that ' s true . Right . I ' m going back to the meeting . It ' s been going on for hours and there ' s no indication that it ' ll end soon .
carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work .
good . I have to go right now . I really hope this meeting doesn ' t last too long .
they usually go on for ages .
I ' ll stop by if I have time later . Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines .
I will . Enjoy your meeting !
Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ?
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Thank you very much . This has been a most unsettling experience .
Sir , our guests are our reason for being .
That sounds reasonable . I'll be down there immediately .
There shouldn't be any long lines , sir .
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists , scientist and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
Well . You know I hate walking , but I can ' t wait to see your guys ' video .
There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest . It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances .
Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ?
There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ...
The list goes on and on !
Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management .
So , I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7 . That's really thoughtful of you . And I have to say , I love the new look of the bank .
You should declare the camera and the film . Do you have alcohol ?
Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends .
How many bottles have you got with you ?
Four bottles .
I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many .
What shall I do with my two more bottles ?
You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe .
All right , thank you , see you .
See you . Have a good journey .
Yes , it does .
Can you give me the specifics ?
Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 .
That sounds fair .
Well , I would prefer you to call me up tomorrow at 6:30
No problem . Good night .
You forgot ? You ...
Ah , ah , you promised , and remember ?
Yes , you must .
I feel sick and coughed a lot at night .
Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor .
Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days .
That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ?
I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not .
Well , take care of yourself . And hope you will be better as soon as possible .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
absolutely .
do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information .
Yes , sir . What would you want to drink , coffee , tea or milk ?
A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar .
The cream and sugar are on the table , sir .
Oh , yes .
Would you like to order some dessert ?
What comes with the special ?
Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake .
I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream .
Yes , sir .
Waiter , may I have my check , please ?
Here you are , sir . Pay the cashier at the door .
Are you serious ?
I haven't heard anything about it .
Can you make it ?
What time does it start ?
The party starts at 8 .
Yeah , I think I'll go .
Am I going to see you there ?
You will .
Do you live with your family ?
Yes , we live a happy life together .
I don't know .
So I take it you are not interested .
No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then .
Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule .
That will be fine . When can I see him ?
Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule .
Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon .
How are you going to get there ?
By bus , of course .
I am sure my friend can give you a ride .
Great . By the way , what does your friend do ?
He is a lawyer .
Ok , see you then .
See you .
How much will it cost in that case ?
Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please .
Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving .
No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving .
The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ?
OK . If any of the articles was damaged during moving , you may make a claim for compensation with our department .
This is room eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen .
Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago .
My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot .
You're quite welcome .
It ' s my pleasure . Can I get you another glass of champagne ?
Yes , I ' d love another glass . You ' re a wonderful host . Thank you for everything .
It ' s my pleasure having you here .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
Oh , I see .
Well , it was all a big mistake , actually . He got home on Friday night really late , and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients , so he was really drunk .
Was he out with the guys from the bank ?
Yes , I think so .
Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk .
Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know .
Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife .
No , she left him last year .
Oh , really ? Do you know why ?
Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ?
He lost his wallet and keys .
Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police .
Oh , no .
Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story
So then what happened ?
Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out .
Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation .
Yes , I know .
Are you depositing cash or a check ?
I want to deposit cash .
How much are you depositing ?
I would like to deposit $ 300 .
What account do you want your money in ?
I want to deposit it into my checking account .
Do you need anything else ?
No . That ' s all . Thank you .
No problem . Follow me , please .
So , since when is your house a bank ?
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated virgin , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
No problem . I'm an ' Olympic expert ' .
Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ?
The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece .
Good . Why do people name it Olympics ?
They name it after the place where it was first held .
Who started the modern Olympics ?
This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin .
What did people call him ?
Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' .
What did he do for restoring the Olympics ?
He once made a speech on the ' Renaissance of the Olympics ' .
Well , that's for all . Excellent !
I've told you I'm an expert .
But you really should let me treat one time , I feel like I own you one if I didn't .
Ok , but it's only for this time .
What's the damage ?
It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % .
Check , please .
We'll have to hurry ; visiting hours will be over soon
OK . Let's go
I am going to send Mr . Li some flowers . What about you ?
I intend to invite him to dinner .
it's just one exam . Can you re-take the exam ?
yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed !
why didn't you do a good job ?
I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank .
do you think you studied enough for the exam ?
no ...
what did you do last night ?
I watched TV .
did you study at all last night for your exam ?
no , not really .
I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ?
tomorrow .
alright . Get out your books and I'll help you prepare .
it's quite famous but don't you think it looks a bit old-fashioned ?
you're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering .
what other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ?
quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St . Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark
what's there after that ?
well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world .
what are all they for ?
most of them are office buildings , huge department stores , and hotels but some are just private homes . New York is one of the financial centers of the words so there are lots of very expensive places .
It is said that The Hurt Locker got the Award of Best Picture . What do you think about this ?
Well , its theme is moving and profound , so from the academic aspect , this is its advantage to win the award .
Should we have gotten off the bus already ?
I don't think so .
I thought you knew .
Maybe we did miss our stop .
Really ?
I'm positive that we missed our stop .
I'm never catching the bus with you again .
My mistake .
That's true . I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net . Customers , in turn , can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered .
Yeah . It'll be a shoppers heaven . That's the use of net in E-commerce .
We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house .
Oh good ! Can I bring anything ?
We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes .
I am assuming that the dress is casual .
Dress casually and bring your bathing suit !
Wonderful . Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there .
Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ?
When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese .
You should always keep in mind , the more you practice , the better English you can speak .
Well , in that case , we can take you hang gliding with one of our experienced instructors . It ' s the closest you can get to flying .
What ? You mean strap myself to a flimsy kite ? No , thank you ! Next !
Mmm . OK . Well , why don ' t you tell me a little bit more about what you would like ? We have everything from mountain biking , to rock climbing to street luge .
I ' m thinking something exciting but safer .
I have the perfect option , this package will take you on a hiking trip through the Himalayas for three days and afterwards there ' s a dog sledding journey !
That ' s more like it !
Please hold on , I'll just check with the delivery department .
OK , thank you .
Sure . What time ?
The film will start at 2
Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ?
In my parking lot , at 2pm .
All right . See you then .
The delivery people showed up four hours late .
I apologize for their tardiness .
I was late for work because of them .
Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience .
I want my money back for the delivery .
Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem .
It shouldn't be a problem .
I'm going to refund your money right now .
I think it will be .
It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend .
I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm .
This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen .
I know . Every day the weather seems different .
I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable .
That would make it easier for us to make plans .
I know . Things are easier when you know what the weather's going to be like .
Two meters ? That means that the high jump bar is above his head ! Are any of them good at long-distance running ?
The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes .
How are they at swimming ?
They ' re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ' s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ' re not very fast , but that ' s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape .
Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters .
I ' d be afraid to jump from that height !
I think that these kinds haven ' t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher .
It seems that they really enjoy to go faster , higher and further .
Sure , the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant .
OK . We'll take it .
Anything else ?
A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce .
How about drink ?
Coffee , only black coffee ,
Yes . I went back to the dorm only to find my roommates laughing and shouting " April Fool , April Fool " .
Oh , your classmates took you in .
Only then did I realize it was April Fools ' Day .
Yes . This one must fit you .
It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ?
I'm afraid not , sir .
What a pity !
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how it goes .
I was thinking about getting a soda .
Do you know that soda doesn't quench your thirst ?
Why not ?
Soda is really bad for you .
I don't know what else to drink .
You're supposed to drink water when you're dehydrated .
I would like some water .
That's what will keep you from being thirsty .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
well , I think you should come and have some fun . Besides you never know maybe he likes you as well . You should at least try .
About four years now .
Well , it is very beautiful .
Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink .
Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside !
I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice .
Mango juice would be perfect . Thank you !
One in English , please .
All right , ma'am .
Shall we go back home now ?
The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription .
I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ?
Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription .
Now what ?
I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again .
Okay , this is the third time .
What ? How come ? The third time ?
You don't have to know . Bye for now .
Be careful .
What date do you plan to check in ?
I'd like to check in on October 12th and check out the 15th .
Okay , let me see what we have . For how many ?
One . And , if possible , I'm looking for a non-smoking room .
Sure , we have a non-smoking queen with an ocean view for $ 189 or a standard room with a courtyard view for $ 139 a night .
I'd like to book the standard room .
Okay , your last name ?
Rama .
And , your first name ?
Jeff .
Okay , I have you booked in a standard non-smoking queen , checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th . What major credit card would you like to use to guarantee the reservation ?
A Visa .
The number and expiration ?
It's 7388-2424- 3535-1818 and the expiration is 05/08 .
Your confirmation number is PD672 . Is there anything else I help you with ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
Have a nice day and thanks you for calling Dutton Hotels .
What ? 100 US dollars ? Is it covered by the insurance ?
I am afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
That's the opinion of most people . Do you have your passport with you ? I'll need to see that and you'll need to fill in this withdrawal form .
Fine . Here you go .
How much would you like to withdraw ?
Is it OK to withdraw USD ?
That's fine .
OK , 200 USD , please .
Here's your money , your card and your passport . Please double check the amount for me .
Perfect . Thanks !
I've got an old Ericsson . Here . Take a look .
Wow , that's really old .
Yes , I like collecting antiques .
Why don't you get a new one ?
I don't know . I like this one , and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones .
Really , what makes you say that ?
Well , I just need to make and receive calls , and it's quite reliable . I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things , the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong , you know ? I mean , this camera function , for instance-how often do you use it ?
Sometimes , but I guess not very often . It's more for fun . Sometimes when I'm on a trip , for example , I can take a picture and send it to my kids . Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately .
Well , that's nice I guess . So how many kids do you have ?
Three . Two boys and a girl .
Great . That ' s just the sort of thing I'm looking for . Thanks .
The C building , I think .
Well , that's not far away .
Could you point me in that direction ?
Do you know what the room number is ?
It's C261 .
My next class is around there .
Can you show it to me ?
Sure , let's go .
I heard that she's one of the wealthiest women in the world .
I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base .
you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa .
did they mention that in the article ?
yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary .
that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has .
I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels .
it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room !
what a waste . It's good to see some stars that are more concerned with charity than status symbols .
I'm sorry , but I can't ! That's something my grandmother would sing !
Wow , what a beautiful lake ! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery .
En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it .
I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey .
The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ...
I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good .
That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time .
Right . The city life has made us tired and out of energy , while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings .
Yes , it's fully furnished .
What's the rent for a year ?
15,000 Yuan , including water , but electricity and gas .
Where is it located ?
It's in International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes ' walk from the nearest subway station .
That's great . But can you make the rent cheaper , let's see , 12,000 Yuan ?
The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ?
OK . I will be free at tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there .
All right , see you .
The blue SUV in front of the Honda .
What should I take first ?
That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law .
Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself .
Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back .
Where are you taking all this stuff ?
Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ?
You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month .
Yes , that's true , but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away .
I ' m going to have to charge you for the damage .
How much ?
It ' s only $ 5 .
That ' s not too bad .
I know it ' s not .
Here ' s the money for the book .
Thank you for your payment .
You are very welcome .
I main market reasearch , and you ?
I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him .
Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ?
Yes , That's him over there - the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ?
Thanks , that's would be lovely . You ' r right , he is kind and nice looking .
Here is the money .
Make it special delivery , please .
Oh , then it'll be one dollar twenty five cents . Thank you .
The what ?
The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association .
What else does he say ?
I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well .
What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you .
He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy .
Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ?
He can't write very much on a card , mum .
Mmmm ... yes , many investors don't seem to be into stocks at the moment . Too risky ! How about Open-Ended funds ?
Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ?
Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us .
How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ?
Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each .
Is this the information here ? Well , let's take a look then ...
We also have it in grey .
Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ?
It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well .
Let me see . Yes , they are perfectly matched !
That's my business , not yours .
True enough , until the time comes that you need to take my money . I don't know where you're wasting your money but I think you need to take a look at what's really important .
So how do you survive from pay day to pay day ?
I don't just survive . I put money away as well . I know when I get paid where most of the cash will go , and I stick to my plan . If I follow a budget I don't have any nasty surprises .
I'm not disciplined enough I guess .
In a few months I'm planning to invest my money into some foreign companies . I think you need to reevaluate your spending habits .
Good news for us . When can you start to work ?
It ' s my honor to be one member of your company . I ' d like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
It's OK . I'll leave the pamphlet here . If you need more information , you can call me any time .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
I hope so .
Of course . Here you are .
That's OK . We'll contact you the moment we hear from home .
I can pretty sure it can be arranged , the wall is a short distance from the city , but we could make arrangements for driver to take us out to visit the great wall during when our afternoon breaks , I also recommend you to visit Tian'an Men Square and city while you add it !
Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ?
Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure , I hope your visit to Beijing is very enjoyable !
Hold on , please . ... I'm afraid we're fully booked . The only room available at the moment is a suite .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
That's good . What's the fee ?
She said she would name it after her father .
Oh , I think she wants to do this thing in memory of her father .
Sure , Just push the button , like ...
I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! '
I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today .
I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves .
All the laundry will be ready by 5
That's fine . Thank you .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
Nothing exactly . She's grown into a very attractive young lady .
Oh , she is .
You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others .
Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim .
Yean . Around five feet five inches tall .
But your were playing video games all afternoon . You are skating on thin ice .
We have half-hour and one-hour treatments .
What's the regular price ?
Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do .
Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up .
That's fine , madam .
By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please .
Yes , madam .
Really ? Tell me more .
Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment .
Wow , crikey . So what happened ?
Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman .
Wow .
Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ?
I have no idea what you're talking about .
Oh , come on . Everybody knows .
Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call
Oh , sure .
Tom , that lucky guy .
The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ?
Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs . Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her .
My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ?
July 4 , the National Holiday .
Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ?
Jenny plans to hold it in church .
Who is the best man ?
Guess !
Nobody is OK , but you !
You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man .
Did you promise him ?
Yes , I did .
Are there any special instructions about this medication ?
Take it three times a day .
Can I take it with food ?
You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol .
Are there any side effects with this medication ?
You might get a little dizzy , but that is it .
I got your meaning . Reading is your own solution to solve pressure from busy tasks .
Correct ! What about you , Fred ?
I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste .
Don't overdo it .
Shall we have a drink someday ?
I get drunk easily .
Well , perhaps that's the reason why you are so fluent in it .
Certainly .
good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a fell days off work .
have you been working hard recently ?
yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other Sy
I have a bad headache , but ...
don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use an
thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
there's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
sure , but how ?
you can ask her out for drink after work .
but for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
then you've got a lot of homework to do . You need to get her notice first .
easier said than done .
you can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying hello to her .
but I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
that's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most of girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
good luck !
That just stands for Greenwich Mean Time . Here in California , we are in Pacific Standard Time , that is eight time zones west of Greenwich . Remember when we were in Beijing ? Well , then we were in China Standard Time , and that ' s eight time zones east of Greenwich !
That ' s why it was so weird traveling from Beijing to LA ! Because of the huge time difference , even though we left Beijing at noon and flew for more than eight hours , we still arrived in LA the same day at noon ! It ' s like we went back in time !
What do I do after I've typed in my password ?
Just press ENTER and you've done .
Who has a crush ? !
Come on , Ted , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out .
What're you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you're feeling about her .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance ! Even though you are rejected , it's not the end of the world ! There's nothing to lose , is there ?
I don't know ... Well , maybe , you're right , but how am I going to tell her ?
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? And see if there is any mistake in it ?
Oh . All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
It's nothing Nancy .
Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV ?
Yes , but a football game is next .
Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games .
I just enjoy watching games .
You really shouldn't watch so much television .
Do you have any breaks ?
We have an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ' t mind , as long as we get out work done on time .
My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ' t it ?
There ' s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ?
Yes , I do . I don ' t like it very much .
I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ' t mind it .
No , I hate limousines . They're gas guzzlers .
Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ?
My destination is Rockefeller Center .
What time do you want to leave the hotel ?
As soon as possible .
I'll call the taxi immediately , sir .
Okay , I'm coming downstairs now .
A brand new taxi is pulling up now .
What about our luggage ?
We can check it and hand carry the small bags . And we have to open each for inspection .
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . We certainly don't want a hijack to happen on the plane today .
Do you want to eat breakfast here ?
No . why don ' t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ?
Ok by me .
Uh , yeah . And I've seen guys in pads tackled . We have no pads . I don't want to be tackled .
There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play .
OK , but they better tag lightly !
S :: All right , ma ' am , they ' ll be ready for you in an hour .
I try very hard . The problem is , my salary just isn't enough to live on . Now that I have a wife and a child to support , we hardly have enough money for food and rent .
there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ?
I could really use a 5 % rise .
that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise .
listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities .
that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it .
that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ?
of course . It's be against the law if we didn't .
that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it .
you are welcome . Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling .
it wasn't cold out this morning .
well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
it does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
that's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
how long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
good idea . That will help us to warm up .
if I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done .
Good idea .
I am not sure what a handicapped spot is .
Look for the blue signs and blue marked spaces . Do you usually park in the daytime or the evening ?
I park days and evenings .
Be careful about the time limits on the streets . Have you seen the signs for time limits ?
What signs ?
As long as you are careful reading the signs , you will always know how long you can park and what days are OK to park there . Are you aware of the curb colors ?
What curb colors ?
If you can remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means that you can only load and unload , you are going to be OK .
OK . We can supply you a loan . How much do you want to loan ?
200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ?
It's only 4 . 5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ?
Yes , I think so .
OK . Please fill out this loan application .
All right . Thank you .
My pleasure .
Yes , I like the job though . Sometimes , I help other people in the office if they ' re having trouble online .
How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information ?
I think it ' s fairly useful , but there are two big problems . First , a lot of the information you find online is false . Second , when you buy something online , you don ' t see it until you actually get it .
How do you solve the website problems when you ' re buying something online ?
What I do is find the website of shops . Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they ' re seen that the products are genuine and suitable .
Bummer , I ' m sorry to hear that , is he better now ?
Yes , Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP .
Let me see . Oh yes . Your professor has placed this book on reserve . That means you cannot find it on the shelves in its usual place . You need to go to a special room called the reserve room . It's down the hall and to the right .
I'm sorry - I still don't understand .
You see , your professor wants every one in the class to read the chapter . If one student removes the book from the library , it is likely that none of the other students will have the opportunity to read it . So , your professor has insured that all students have the opportunity to read it by placing it on reserve .
So , will I be able to find this book ?
Yes , when a book is on reserve , a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book . The student can have the book for a few hours , and he or she MUST read it in the library during that time . That way , the book stays in the library , and all students have a chance to read it .
Okay . Thank you . I understand now .
Will there be anything else ?
No ! I am on my way to the reserve room . Thanks again !
Here you are . Take your time .
And don ' t ever forget it .
Sounds cool ! But that is not what a lady should do . People are easy to lose head in a night club and being drunk .
No smoking , please . Could we have table by the window ?
Of course , this way please .
Calm down ! It is useless to act like that . Can we find some solutions ?
What kind of solution can I have now ? I nearly go crazy now .
But we still have to find one . Can we find Arden to check whether this is true or not ?
It seems that I have nothing to do , except this .
Face the reality . Maybe we can find the way to make up the loss .
How would you like your steak done ?
Medium .
And what would you like to go with your steak ?
Peas and carrots .
Potatoes ?
Boiled .
Thank you .
Yes , I have it .
Have you ever driven a car before ?
I drove a car before , but only once .
Are you aware of all the controls in the car ?
I already know all of them .
When would you like me to start teaching you ?
When do you have time ?
Call me tomorrow , and we'll get started .
Thank you so much .
Take some with you next time , just in case .
Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping .
You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ?
Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills .
Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine .
What ?
It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects .
I see .
How about the Holiday Inn ?
The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more .
Well , the client is always right .
What else would I prepare , Sir ?
Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over .
Certainly .
And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it .
Of course . I'm on it
When ?
I was robbed this morning .
What did he take ?
He took my phone and my wallet .
Did you see his face ?
I saw him perfectly .
Could you pick him out of a line-up ?
I could do that .
Wo , wo , that certainly is a lot for a young man to take on .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
Check out this article . It says smoking can lead to lung cancer .
I don ' t believe it .
But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ?
Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ...
Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ?
Yes , ma'am . Whatever you say .
What airline and what flight ?
Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 .
I'll see you at the airport at 12:30 P . m .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
Well , yes . But surely you like a girl with a nice figure .
Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality .
But you like a girl to be rich , surely ?
Not particularly . I like a girl to be good .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
Where did it happen ?
It happened at my house .
What was taken ?
I don't know .
How do you know there was a break-in ?
Someone busted my window .
I will send a squad car to your house right now .
Please do .
What's that ?
You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat !
You've got it ! But are we coming back for the music , or for the fruit ? !
Hey , I know what that's like . I bought a BMW on my Visa card . Now the payments really hurt .
Well , you're lucky that you're still able to make your payments . I missed a credit payment last month . Now my bank account's overdrawn , and the company is threatening to take back my purchases .
What did you buy ?
A new home health monitor .
Health Monitor ? I read an article about that racket . They ' re overpriced to begin with ! Listen , if I were you , I'd let them take back their monitor and spend my money on something more practical .
You're kidding !
No joke !
That's something else ! Maybe I'll return it to them .
how old is he today ?
it's his 50th birthday .
well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
say hello to your friends for me .
likewise . See you later .
Bye !
Last week , I tried to buy some clothes online , but I didn ' t know how to pay for them .
You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online .
Are there many things online ?
Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let ' s check it out online !
Actually , you only need to give 7 days notice if you wish to withdraw funds . Of course , you will lose some interest due to the withdrawal .
That's not a problem . I'll pop in later today to make a formal request . Thanks !
Look at the ticket booth in the center . There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be .
Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry .
Good idea .
( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ?
I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map
Sure , take your time . We have a whole day .
It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece .
Look at the museum guide . It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area . Let's rent an audio guide .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
That will be fine .
What else can I get for you ?
Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts .
That's going to be $ 4 . 05 a pound .
Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ?
That will be $ 12 . 15 .
That's all I'm going to get today .
That's fine . Let me get your meat .
OK .
I think you have a small fever .
I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning .
You should've called in sick ! Next time , have either of your parents call the school office .
And we'll have a great turkey dinner at around four o'clock . My brother and his family will be joining us . I look forward to meeting them . Well , it's late , so I'll say good night . I'll see you early tomorrow , so I can share your Christmas morning . Good night !
That ' s true , but I feel that I see more when I travel by bus .
Really ? I think you see more traveling by train .
So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more .
Ok them . We ' ll go by train . I ' m sure we ' ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ?
The train aren ' t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles .
We should take a packed lunch on the journey . The food they sell on the trains is always expensive .
I've got the correct change already .
First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth .
OK , what next ?
Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again .
OK , next ?
Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries .
I agree with you .
Hope that works for you !
I can ' t believe it ! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure .
What were the odds ?
20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars !
Too bad .
That's only for your theory foundation . I am afraid if you have ever handled large amounts of cash before ?
Yes , my father runs a business so I have opportunity to work in the finance department every holiday .
Good . I think you'll make a good cashier .
Thank you .
We will get in touch with you by the end of next week .
Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ?
We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
You know the phrase the survival of the fittest . We have no choices .
That's right , I have to work .
Oh , no , that's way too heavy a pan for me .
Here , lift this aluminum pan . It's the same size .
Yes , it's very lightweight . But I don't want this aluminum handle .
Here's a similar aluminum pan . But it has a heat-resistant handle .
Oh , this feels very nice . It's perfect . I'll take it .
I knew we'd find the right pan sooner or later . How would you like to pay ?
Cash . But first , I need a lid for this pan .
Oh , no problem . Here's the lid that comes with the pan .
Does the pian become more intense at night ?
Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too .
Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ?
Yes , I do .
I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree .
By the way , does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ?
Yes . Let's start today .
This is the charge for your laundry service on Nov . 20thA
But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's .
Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ?
I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out .
I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill .
It doesn't matter . Here is the money .
Thank you very much . Hope to see you again .
And how long does the course last ?
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . We need a record of you education and your work experiences .
What ? Cars ? Are you serious ?
I'm pulling your leg , Paul . I'm a shopping queen , remember ? So of course I know what a garage sale is all about !
Like what ?
You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits .
that's good to know . Why do you think you ' re qualified for this position ?
I've got over seven years ' experience working in this kind of position . I know I can do a good job in this position .
What happened ?
I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood .
Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ?
My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help .
You have got a great mother .
I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk .
That sounds good !
Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan .
Me too . But I tell myself that if they don ' t accept me , another school will .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
You don't see what happened to my bumper ?
What did I do to it ?
You smashed my bumper in with your car .
I really don't think that I did that .
Your bumper looks exactly the same .
Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it .
Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you .
Trust me .
I guess first I should prepare a resume , right ?
Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume .
Then what else should I put into my resume ?
Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ?
I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ?
Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward .
I see . Is that all there is to it ?
No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take .
Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss .
You said it . At last you ' d better attach a list of references to your resume .
That's easy .
And one more thing , smile widely .
Yes , I have my learner's permit .
Have you ever been behind the wheel ?
I've only driven a car one time .
You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ?
I know them .
Tell me when you want me to teach you .
We can do it when you have some time .
I'm not busy tomorrow . Call me then .
what ' s the kitchen like ? I know both you and your wife like to cook .
that ' s one of the main reason we chose that particular house . The kitchen and dining room are together . It ' s really large .
are the rooms nice and bright ?
yes , they are . That ' s very important to us . We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light . Each room has large windows .
do you have a balcony ?
no , we don ' t . we wish we had one . That ' s the only thing we wanted , but don ' t have . The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly .
you ' re right on the edge of the city , aren ' t you ? There can ' t be much noise or traffic there . Is it easy to get into city centre ?
it ' s a very quiet neighbourhood . There ' s some traffic , but not much . It ' s not very difficult to get to the city centre , but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or yo
OK , did you bring your household register or residence booklet ?
I only have my household register .
It doesn't matter , they are the same thing .
Here you are , sir . What do I do next ?
OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ?
Benjamin .
Please get a mug shot in the next room .
I've brought with me some of old ones .
But we need them taken with digital cameras .
OK , what's next then ?
That's all . Come here a week later and get your ID card .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
I maintain that the most important thing is having good friends . A person can't live all by himself I think . A friend in need is a friend in deed . The more really close friends I have , the better .
What kind of people do you like to work with ?
People who are honest , dedicated to their work and having integrity .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ?
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? To welcome the new year of course ?
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . They always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
I want to have a try later .
Me too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
How much more would it cost ?
It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard .
While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ?
I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample .
When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ?
You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday .
It seems you've got everything done . Now I can finally stop worrying about it and get back to work .
I know they're out there . I'll find them .
You're such a dreamer ! You think that you can spread the word of jazz in an underpass ?
Yeah .
Oh , so he ' s half Chinese and half American . That ' s unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He ' s whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
Where am I supposed to change ?
At Longing Street .
Thank you .
Have you turned it on ?
Yes , I have .
Ok , I will get you another one .
Thank you .
You are crazy . Gambling is against my principles .
First we will take some x-rays and see what we ' re dealing with . I also noticed a small cavity up front here , so you are going to need a filling .
I guess that ' s what I get for not flossing or brushing my teeth three times a day .
It could be that , or maybe you are eating too many sweets . In any case , I ' ll administer an anesthetic and you won ' t feel a thing !
not that well . I've got that Monday morning feeling today .
why is that ?
my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend !
your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ?
you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work !
that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office .
really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy .
maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all !
no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T .
try not to let it bother you too much .
thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again !
ok , I'll see you in a bit .
alright . See you later !
This food is a Wax specialty . Please help yourself .
Thank you . Oh , it tastes nice .
Is there anything that you ' Ve done to your tooth that might have caused the pain ?
My girlfriend told me that I grind my teeth a lot when I sleep . Maybe that is the problem .
When you brush your teeth , what do you use ?
I use a soft bristle toothbrush .
Does it bother you when you have to chew a lot ?
Absolutely . That set it off big time !
Believe me , Mr . Wang . I'll do my best to promote the transaction .
We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other .
It ' s very kind of you to say so .
You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again .
I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future .
OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately .
Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Goodbye .
He'll do it . He's too proud not to .
You've got everyone figured out , don't you ?
Yes , I do . Everyone .
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
That's wonderful !
And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too .
Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me .
Certainly .
I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries .
So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ?
It says that traditionally , give something made of paper .
I can think of two things made of paper -- stationery and money .
I know several . But wouldn't it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn't that complicated ?
No , it's easy . We'll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They'll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
Thank you . Can we get there in half an hour ?
I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour .
My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 .
We are really in a hurry .
Can't we go faster ?
I'll do my best .
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a tornado watch . That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a watch .
And the second stage is called a tornado warning .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a tornado warning . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean a loud train ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
We have water coming through . It was raining yesterday and this morning we noticed a wet patch on our ceiling .
Is the wet patch just in one place ?
Yes , it seems to be just in the living room , above the window .
Did you look in the attic ?
No , sorry , we didn't .
Is there easy access to the attic ? We'd better look since there may be some flooding there as well .
Yes , we have a hatch with a ladder .
OK , we can come early this afternoon . Is anyone going to be at home ?
Yes , my wife will be there .
Right , we have an urgent job this morning but we should finish around lunch time . We will then come straight over to your house .
That's great . Thank you very much .
Neither the kitchen nor the bathroom plumbing is working well .
Has this problem been going on for a long time ?
It just started happening last night .
I will be coming over to look at it this afternoon . Will you be there ?
I will not be home .
I can always use my key to get in , but I would prefer that you be there .
Thanks a lot . We arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport .
Oh , great ! That's at the other end of the terminal !
OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 !
I'm be right behind ya !
And how about your Spanish ?
Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good .
I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here .
In that case , I'm fit for the position I think .
Yeah . It's of supreme importance that the goblet , table-cloth , and plates should be made shiningly clean , so that the color of the wine is clearly visible and the delicate aroma and taste are fully appreciable .
Yes . For me , who can't hold much liquor , it's particularly agreeable . If only I had thechance to enjoy Chinese Matai at a leisured pace while sitting at a Western banquet !
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Is a white shirt OK ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing leather shoes .
Well , only you liked it really , darling .
Oh , why didn't you say so then ? But I still think we've made a good buy .
Yes , it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds .
How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ?
The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation .
It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody !
You are quite right .
For a week or so .
You can have a room on the second floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night .
I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is 50 dollars per night .
What services come with that ?
A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday .
That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ?
Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more .
All right . I will take a room for a week .
Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up .
Can I get dinner here ?
We do serve dinner .
I see .
I believe so .
Good . I hope it doesn't cool off this weekend .
I know . I really want to go to the beach .
But you know that California weather is really unpredictable .
You're right . One minute it's hot , and then the next minute it's cold .
I really wish the weather would just stay the same .
I do too . That way we can have our activities planned ahead of time .
Yeah , that would make things a lot easier .
You can ' t think of anything ?
I really like where I ' m at now .
So , why don ' t you just stay here ?
That may be what I ' m going to do .
It ' s a perfectly good school .
You ' re absolutely right .
Do you know what you ' re going to do now ?
I ' m just going to stay at PCC .
OK . I will get you some right now .
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
What do you mean ?
This guy just robbed me right on the street .
He didn't hurt you , did he ?
I'm okay . He just stole my things .
I'm so sorry .
I have to file a report at the police station .
Let me take you .
I would like that .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
Sure , what do you want to know ?
I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ?
Laptop .
Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ?
A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ?
Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ?
Laptop .
Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ?
Yes , that's right . That's very good .
Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ?
That word is pronounced kitchen .
Thanks so much . You're a good teacher .
Thanks .
I thought they let you go .
Yes , the next morning .
They made you spend the night at the station ?
Yes , they did .
What was their reason for arresting you ?
I matched the description of a bank robber they were looking for .
I see .
I want justice .
Maybe , but there are many fringe benefits here .
What are they ?
Additional to medical benefits , we also offer a rent free house and the use of a car .
But I have my own car and my own house .
OK , 4000 yuan a month .
Thank you very much .
Not at all , it's reasonable .
Check with somebody from the IT department . They are anyway in charge of the office electronic equipment .
What symptoms does he have ?
Fever and a bad cough .
I got it . Don't worry , just a common cold .
What kind of medicine does he need ?
Patulin will do .
How many pills for each time ?
Six per day , and two after each meal .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Peach blossom is really beautiful .
Yes . How about you ?
I like lotus .
You have a perfect taste !
But there aren't any lotus now .
Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms .
That's not bad . Let's go .
It's too late to say sorry now . Oh , what am I going to do ?
I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me .
No problem .
Oh , I'll have a try .
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
I don ' t know how to vote .
Voting isn ' t difficult .
I ' m not sure what laws are being voted on .
They tell you everything on the ballot .
They do ?
You ' ll be okay .
Thanks for telling me .
You should be excited about your first vote .
Did you take any pictures ?
Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ?
Sure , I love looking at photos .
This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife .
Your daughter looks like her mother .
I know , they look very similar .
Where was this picture taken ?
That was taken at the train station before we left .
Did you have time to go to the zoo ?
No , not this time . We went there last time .
It looks like you all had a nice time .
Yeah , it was a lot of fun .
What about affirmative action ? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy ?
Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination , but it's still a man's world .
Yes , very much . Which one is the latest ?
Here is one written by famous Japanese novelist . You can have a look .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
What do you plan on buying ?
I have a sweet tooth . I want candy .
What kind of candy do you want ?
I really want some chocolate .
What kind of chocolate do you want ?
I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat .
The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats .
Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers .
You can call a mover .
How much dose that cost ?
Around 200 RIB for a truck .
I think it ' s a little expensive .
But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save .
That ' s right .
I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ' ll leave you their phone number .
Wonderful .
It ' s 8357688 8 .
Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now .
You ' re welcome .
Nice to meet you .
Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ?
I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ?
I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin .
Bye . See you .
It ' s China ' s service now . What a superb jump serve by Li , oh , and we have a let serve . The ball was coming in fast and almost made it over the net .
Brazil calls for a time out and we ' ll be right back , after a short commercial break .
Sounds like fun ! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox .
Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted !
You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore !
Well , then I don't think this would be a good apartment for me . Thank you anyway .
You're welcome .
What ? You want to drive me bankrupt ! You can't expect us to make such a large reduction .
There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great .
How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large .
Ok . I can settle for that .
We have been together for a year and usually , people who've been together a year , take their vacation together .
I don't think that I ever heard of that rule before . Any more rules that you would like to tell me about ?
Go on your vacation with Mark and when you come back , why don't you just move in with him as well !
I am really looking forward to getting away from you . Far away from you !
Yeah . Have you made any good resolutions for this new year ?
Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ?
I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise .
That will be a good one ! Anything else ?
Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess !
Sounds great !
Thanks .
Do you believe her excuse ?
Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly .
Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love .
Thank you , Steven . You are really a good friend .
It's also known as Les Puces , which means ' The Fleas ' .
Can you find many bargains there ?
Well , it really depends . Because you are a tourist , it might be harder for you to get really good prices .
And what is your call regarding ?
I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation .
Ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold .
Ok .
... Sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ?
Ok . What's your number ?
It's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 .
Let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight .
No , there's no double six at the end of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight .
I got it . When should I have her call you back ?
Anytime before 6 pm tonight .
Ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm .
Thank you !
Bye !
bye !
Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident .
I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only .
Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties .
How much do they weigh ?
All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg .
But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest .
And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition . I want to get the burden off my family .
You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college .
OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ?
In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money !
OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality .
That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ?
En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center .
Is the training center helpful ?
I think so . Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation .
It ' s interesting that Americans work very hard at their jobs , do not take naps during the day , and yet they can be so heavy .
You see , because we are often busy working , we eat too much fast food , and that food is very fattening .
What should I learn first ?
Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ?
I am ready I am going to get , let's start !
It's there by the window .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only TV towers are cylindrical in shape .
TV towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s m mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
I will . Thank you .
Where do you want to go ?
I think we should go out to eat .
That sounds good .
All right , so I'll see you then .
I'll call you later .
Okay , I'll talk to you later then .
See you later .
Bye .
OK . Now how can I help , hon ?
Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs .
Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed . Done .
Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge .
How many potatoes do you need ?
Three . And bring four bell peppers .
Gotcha , OK . Here they are .
Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat .
Where is the peeler ?
It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work .
What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger .
Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding . We need to go to the hospital .
I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought .
That will be great . So it ' s two weeks from tomorrow , same time and place . I ' m really sorry to do this to you .
No problem at all . To tell you the truth , I could use the extra time in my schedule to catch up on some paperwork .
I have a horrible rash from poison oak .
Have you had it a long time ?
The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days .
Have you been using anything for it ?
I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine .
That will probably take care of your symptoms . I ' ll see you tomorrow .
Why not ? You've done so well for the company . She should give you a prize .
I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time .
Come on ! What are you nervous about ?
It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation .
But the sale number is close to the predicted amount .
I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place .
Take it easy . Be confident . I'm sure you can do it .
Small rooms , small window , a small desk shared by three people . I would have been interrupted all the time and for sure not be able to deliver good work .
Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ' t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently .
Totally agree . By the way , the number of the telephone on your desk is extension 506 . You can pick up your office supplies from the supply room at the end of the corridor .
thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position .
sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it !
thank you very much .
you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader .
I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon .
that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ?
next week .
so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department .
absolutely .
Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym ?
Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key .
Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ?
Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week .
Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ?
I'm sorry , sir , but we have no trainer .
Let me have a look . You're very lucky because the cut is not deep .
First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it .
Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ?
Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean .
Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed .
Thank you very much , doctor .
Not at all . You'll be OK soon .
Sure that ' s fine .
This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ?
Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ?
Just pick something and get the hell out of here . Um , I'll go with these two . This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with . She better thank me for this ...
Here you are , sir . I ' m sure she ' ll enjoy them .
Finally !
I ' m sorry , sir . I ' m going to have to take a look inside your bag .
I think his house is fantastic , but I wouldn't want to live there . You would have to hire one or two people to clean all the rooms in the house , plus a few people to take care of the gardens , and probably an au pair or two to take care of the children . It's just too big of a place to take care of on your own .
What's your dreamhole like then ?
My dream home is actually just a small cottage in a quiet village in England .
Would you want to buy an old cottage or build a new one yourself ?
Old homes are great because they've got character . I think that's important .
Is that why you wear second-hand clothes as well ? Because they've got character ?
No , that's just because I don't have enough money to buy new cloths all the time !
I see . If you lived in an old house , would it be decorated in a modern way ?
No , I'd definitely try to restore it to its original state . I love to imagine what it'd be like to live in another time in history and living in a house decorated like it would have been 200 years ago would be a great way to feed my imagination even more !
How long is the bus ride ?
It's about forty-five minutes to an hour .
Is that right ?
Yeah , it's not that long of a trip .
Is that a crowded bus ?
It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA .
Thank you very much .
You're very welcome .
This machine is out of order .
You shouldn't have used the machine . Did you lose your money ?
I sure did .
You ought to complain . These machine are always out of order .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon .
Bye , Jason .
You know our boss always trying to save the last penny . We have to use up the equipment first .
Thanks a lot .
Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
that ' s right .
how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
that ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
One moment and I'll check .
Of course . Let me tell you in some detail about our idea . You know the popular Hello Kitty products .
Yes , of course .
Well , the products in themselves are very simple . It is the logo that is successful . So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple .
And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan . It is the Japanese that have made it a fad .
That might be true . But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it . It is because of our logo that our products will sell . We just need someone to produce the products for us . We have the backup and people to do the marketing .
So what you are really trying to sell is a fad .
Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that . Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo . Just like Hello Kitty .
I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ?
Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it . But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products .
I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last .
I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price . We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products . And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost .
Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates .
Yes .
No , but you never know when you'll need a flashlight .
Well , my pants are very slimming . They're capris .
You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness .
It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do .
You'll get bored eventually .
Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work .
That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy .
You see ... money doesn't equal happiness , but it takes away a lot of responsibilities .
I wish I could , but I ' Ve got to go now . I have an appointment in 20 minutes .
Well , if you need anything , just let me know .
Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage .
You sure have bad luck these days .
Yes , that's just one of the services we offer in our Personal Financing Program .
What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all .
For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both .
That's just what I need , sometimes I'm pretty forgetful .
Yes , I do . Thank you .
Thank you .
perhaps you ' Ve been working too hard . You do have a high-pressure job .
maybe . I haven ' t been able to keep my food down either . That ' s unusual .
well . I ' m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good .
yes , he is . I ' Ve make an appointment for 10 o ' clock , so I ' d better move along .
OK . Hope you feel better soon . You should take it easy . I ' m sure the doctor will prescribe rest , you know .
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
I didn ' t expect him to win .
I had no doubt in my mind that he would win .
What made you think that ?
Nobody could compete with him .
I thought his race would have kept him from winning .
Times are changing .
That ' s true .
I support our new President 100 % .
I know several . But wouldn ' t it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ?
Isn ' t that complicated ?
No , it ' s easy . We ' ll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They ' ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
Ok , thank you .
You ' re welcome . Feel free to ask me any time you need help .
Well , the style is quite good , but I think it's too showy . I would like to try on the lighter one .
But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now .
No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing .
OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service .
Thanks very much .
Mr Jurgen , yes , the remittance has been successful .
That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible .
Not a problem , Sir . Please fill in this exchange form and show me your passport .
That's because it's time .
Time for what ?
It's time to make our wedding wish come true ...
You mean get married now ? On the plane ?
Why not ? I've got the rings ready .
I don't know what to say , Jack !
Hopefully , you'll say " yes " ...
Cool ! Is it safe for us to eat there though ?
Sure . In fact , nowadays , you'll see more tourists there than Italians . There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat .
Which buses will I have to take ?
First , you need to get on the 268 going west .
Then what do I do ?
You need to get off on Fair Oaks and Washington .
What's next ?
Get on the 261 , and it'll take you the rest of the way to Sons .
There's nothing else ?
That's all there is to it .
Have you ever swum in a river or a lake ?
Yes , but not always . However , I won't let it go if I have a chance .
I have a little white cat .
Oh , a cat ? Come on .
yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small .
but I think they're dull , aren't they ?
not at all . They're quiet most of the time . But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs .
well , cats are certainly more independent .
absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago .
oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ?
yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it .
Poor cat .
now we get along very well . It makes me feel that I'm someone special .
Yes , I'd love to hear what the alternatives are .
Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor .
Great ! But is it free ?
Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee .
You said there were other alternatives ?
Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless .
Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ?
We might have a printer here next month . But for now , you'll have to go to the lab .
Then , Do you know her younger sister ?
You mean Mary ?
Yes .
Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary .
Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ?
Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too .
That sounds terrific .
Why do you ask me these questions ?
I just want to visit the family some day .
Which way do we go for the Northern Line ?
Just go through the No . 8 ticket-barrier over there . A train will be in directly .
I appreciate it . Thank you .
That's all right .
That's really cheap . I will take it .
Sure . Here you are .
I do , that ' s why you should appreciate this gift !
sure . That ' s really nice of you . Let ' s go in and try some things on .
how about this red dress ? I think it would really suit you .
that ' s gorgeous ! Do they have it in a size 8 ?
here you go . On any other day , it would cost me a fortune , but it ' s on special offer today .
I think this color isn ' t quite right for me . Do they have the same dress in white ?
let me look . Let ' s see ... they ' Ve got one in blue , green , pink , black ... and white . Here you are .
this is perfect ! What do you think ?
I think you look fantastic . Happy Birthday !
I ' m so lucky . You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon ! Thanks honey !
I have some cold tablets if you would like one .
Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup .
Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold .
My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold .
You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions .
If things don ' t get better in a few days , I will look for some other solutions .
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
Thank you .
Is there anything interesting ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
I was in such a panic at that time . Fortunately another boat came along and I was saved from drowning .
Yes . Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year , but only rich people can do it .
There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes .
I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ' t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy .
I know what you mean . The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children . The we ' ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes !
Yep , it should be here by tomorrow night .
Is there a better tailor's around here ?
No , there is not , as far as I know .
Oh , that's very kind of you . Thank you very much . I've got to go .
What was she wearing ?
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
Of course not ! She thinks he's an apple-head . She doesn't like an apple-headed man , you know .
Now you don't have the butterflies in your stomach , do you ?
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
I will bring you a larger size .
Yes , and there are many houses nearby . I like it that the neighbourhood isn ' t full of apartment blocks .
It ' s a pity we can ' t afford a house . A garden would be so nice .
Yes , it would . Don ' t worry . There ' s a lawn outside the building and there ' s the park nearby . This place will be fine .
The building is quite new and well constructed . I ' m happy with the fittings too .
Yes , everything has been well designed .
I see .
And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Taipei time .
Some of my grappa will cure your shyness .
Is that a kind of alcohol ?
It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it !
Great . My face will turn even redder !
Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills ? I use direct debit .
Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines .
That ' s good idea . You don ' t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too .
Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ' s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others .
I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher .
I don ' t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ' s cheap and easy to use .
That ' s great . But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain .
Are you all right ?
I ' m fine . Is everything fine in the family ?
Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ' t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ' s the weather there ?
The weather is gorgeous here .
That ' s good . Take good care of yourself .
I will . Thank you , Dad .
I love you , Troy .
I love you , too , Dad . Bye .
Don't worry about it . It must be somewhere in your room . Let's see where you put it . Have you searched your drawers and the desk ?
Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk .
How about the shelf ?
I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ?
Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go .
I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ?
Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ?
Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ?
You ' Ve put it among these journals .
My poor memory . Thank you very much .
It ' s awful , isn ' t it ?
I can ' t bear to look at it . I ' m rather disappointed .
It can ' t be helped .
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are the chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
Ok , Thanks .
No coal has been discovered in my country , but there may be undiscovered deposits . We don ' t have many metal deposits .
There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small .
When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams .
That ' s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers .
You have many trees in your country . That ' s another natural resources .
It ' s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests .
I see . That ' s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed .
Is your country ' s environment being damaged by the oil industry ?
We have some inspections , but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil . There has been some damage , but it is under control .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
Of course . Financing Link is a value-added service , and can be tailored to suit your requirements .
So , I can choose exactly what services I require ? That's brilliant . Can I use the card if I'm overseas to withdraw my daily expenses ?
Certainly . We can arrange the structure to suit whatever you require . That's why this service is so popular ; it's suitable for everyone because we make it that way .
This is just what I've been looking for . Sign me up right away , please .
JD185649000023 ? Yes , found it . 175,000 Euros , is that correct ? JD185649000023 ?
Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ?
Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now .
That's fine , thanks .
Don't you have a garage ?
Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot .
How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero .
I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero .
Does it ever get that cold on here ?
Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below .
Speaking of cold , how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up .
What kind of dessert do you want ?
Do you have some chocolate cakes ?
Yes , we have .
OK , we will choose it .
Wait for a moment , I'll come back soon .
OK .
I will give a call .
OK , I ' Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the key , right ?
That ' s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren ' t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Around seven .
Ok , great , should i bring anything ?
No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ?
sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ?
Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about six thirty .
Got it .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
You get 5 paid sick days .
Any other benefits ?
Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well .
Great . Thanks so much for your time .
We'll contact you soon , Tom . Thanks for coming in .
My pleasure .
OK , how long are you staying ?
3 days .
You said this was the right stop .
I think I was wrong .
Did we get off the bus too early ?
I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did .
Why did you tell me to get off ?
I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop .
I really don't feel like walking .
We could always wait for the next bus to come .
When was the palace built ?
Yes , I'll work on it .
Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project
Great ! Fill me in .
Let's take a look at the Campbell Project .
I don't understand the projected revenues .
Let's take another look at it for those of you who don't understand .
Are you sure ?
Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night .
Okay , then . We'll be back around noon .
Alright .
So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society , I'd just look under ' A ' .
No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth .
What if I don't know the title of the book ?
Well , you can look under the author's name .
Could you give me an example ?
Suppose you want to find a book by your professor , William Smith . You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM . Since that's very common name , you may have to go through several ' William Smith ' until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in .
It's in the C building .
Oh , I know exactly where that is .
Do you think you can tell me where it is ?
Sure , what room number is it ?
It's room number 261 .
I have a class around there right now .
Could you show me where it is ?
No problem , come on .
No regrets .
I am really pleased with it .
I am glad you are happy .
It's super .
Did you buy new cupboards too ?
no , I didn ' t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added .
I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils .
yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ' m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
I think it looks gorgeous .
You think it looks nice ?
I honestly think it looks great .
Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job .
How much is it for my hair ?
Just give me $ 55 .
Thanks for doing such a good job .
No problem , girl friend . I'll see you next time .
You'd better bring the diploma , identification card and several copies of your resume .
I'd be willing to try this hotel again , if you can promise me no more cockroaches .
I guarantee you that our little " friends " won't be back . I hope your trip home is pleasant .
It ' s 10 centimeters , so the circumference should be 31 . 4 centimeters .
Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ' s the exchange rate at the moment ?
According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1 . 85 dollars to the pound .
That means that 10 . 000 pounds will buy me 18 . 500 dollars .
What ' s the next question .
Fractions . What ' s a quarter and an eighth ? That ' s three-eights . Easy . The next question is " what are prime numbers ? " .
I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together .
So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ' t because 2 * 2 = 4 .
Exactly . Anything else ?
How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether .
You ' ll be a mathematician one day .
We'll do the seaweed wrap , the jet bath , and the foot massage .
OK . Here are your robes . You can go shower first .
I'm not sure .
OK . Well , after you get the line to change you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call a client .
To call a number on the outside you now just dial the number . For inside calls , punch in the extension number . Has someone given you an extension list ?
No , I don't know anyone's extension .
All of the extensions are listed on the wall chart over there if you ever need help .
They go to the home of the bride ?
Why do you ask ?
The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite .
Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home .
That's very expensive for the family of the bride .
Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding .
Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ?
Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married .
Maybe I'll be the one .
Sure . I'd rather show Bean in a garter belt , but all in good time .
Inspiration can come in the strangest ways ...
That would be fine . We could accept a lower rebate .
Oh , I see . What other languages can you speak ?
A little French .
Good .
No . We ' ll meet at my house . He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa .
That's nice . Where is his villa ?
It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself .
Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy .
Come on . You just haven ' t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life .
I know , but I am a work maniac .
Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now .
Have a nice weekend .
You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back .
Did she mention anything else ?
No , nothing else . See you Monday .
See you .
Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent . Neither side wants to compromise .
Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down .
What do you think will happen ?
Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate .
It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ?
All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
Oh . It's nothing Navy .
My wife will be going back to work soon .
You should have more money then .
Yes . We will need milk powder and bassinet .
I have to be at the conference room of the Garden Hotel in Shanghai by 10 o'clock . I think it will take me three hours to get there . It means that I'll have to be on the road before 7 o'clock at the latest .
That's right .
Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 .
OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep .
Good night .
Are your free this weekend ?
Yes , I have nothing to do .
Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ?
I beg your pardon ?
I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat .
Really ? well , ok , you're welcome .
Is 5 PM . a good time for you ?
Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner .
Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine .
OK . Then I'll be expecting you .
I'll be there on time .
We all know about that , but we have no choice . The chairman of the trade union says he is going to negotiate with the management .
I suggest that you go to the lawyers ' office to get some help .
That's a good idea . I think we will soon come to a solution to the problem .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right .
So you're leaving this evening , we ' ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag .
Thanks a lot .
Noodles are fine . Or maybe I'll have some porridge .
All right . I'll cook for you .
What a pity . It was quite exciting . Both teams played very well .
How did it finish ?
It finished in a draw . What was the film like ?
It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first .
Did your wife enjoy it ?
No , she didn't . After half an hour she stopped watching and started to read a book .
Yes I do . How about you ?
No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here .
You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ?
Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure !
Uh huh ...
It ' s over there , behind the teapot . Can't you see it ?
I can see the teapot , but I can ' t see the tea .
There it is ! It ' s in front of you .
Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ?
There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ?
Yes . Here they are .
Hurry up , Sam . The kettle ' s boiling .
What we really should be making investment in is the Euro . I've followed the Euro's progress over the last quarter , I think it's about time to buy in .
What about the Yen ?
Are you kidding ? The Yen is in worse shape than the Dollar !
What's the nature of your visit ? Business or pleasure ?
Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives .
How long are you going to stay in the United States ?
Three weeks .
What is your occupation ?
I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company .
Do you have a return ticket ?
Yes , here it is .
That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip .
Thank you .
Would you please ask when he will be free ?
Have a seat please while I call .
What do you think is the chief characteristic for a stewardess ?
Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely .
Do you get angry easily ?
No , I know how to control my temper .
If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ?
I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time .
If you are hired , when can you start work ?
I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now .
What are your salary expectations ?
I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works .
I will . It's most thoughtful of you .
Oh , unbelievable . This was too luxurious .
Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor .
OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic .
Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living .
I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ?
Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power .
Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ?
Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family .
Just like the pattern dragon , right ?
Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen .
Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here .
Sure , this will be a really good picture .
Look at the flowers over there . What are they ?
They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ?
They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park .
I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond .
If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn .
It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover .
Well , off we go . I am sure we can have a great time .
Let me check and look at the map . Yes , there is an exit three quarters of a mile ahead . We ' ll exit Market Street , head west , then get on the Pennsylvania Freeway .
Ok , let's do that , even though we may have to take a longer way .
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we wouldn't put up with it !
US dollars , please .
All right , and how will you have it ?
500 in twenty dollar bills and the rest in a dollar bills .
Here you are .
Please count .
What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist ?
I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute .
Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ?
Yes , I would . ( After testing )
Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ?
Yes , I'd like to give it a try .
All right . You need to have an interview with our manager , Mr . McBride . Let ' s go to his office .
Don't worry about it ! Just come at five .
I make a mean potato salad !
Well , if you insist , you are welcome to bring a potato salad !
Then I'll see you in the parking lot at five ! Thank you !
OK . How about this card then ?
We can take it . Just a moment ... Please sign here .
I ' m a student from out of state , so I don ' t have a local driver ' s license .
Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ?
The phone bill ' s in my name .
That ' ll do . Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ' ll issue you a temporary library card right away .
How long will it take to get the regular one ?
It ' ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
I know ! I was in ankle deep water trying to get to my car that day ! The handyman definitely has his work cut out for him .
Will it take long ?
Not long . They'll be ready in a few minutes .
Yes , the fitting room is over there , it looks fantastic on you , this style color in sizes natural here and figure , perfectly .
Does this fashion really fit my figure ?
I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style .
Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body .
Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now .
I thought you recognize she from there .
Oh , you like the rolling machine .
Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue .
No problem , is this blue ok ?
Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ?
Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two .
That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ?
The total is 90 dollars including tax .
Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ?
Yes , we do , debit or credit ?
Debit card .
Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ?
No , thanks .
Have a good day .
Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime .
Great , take care .
Thanks , byebye .
It's like this , it's square with a leather cover .
I'll check it for you . I've found it . Is this yours ?
Yes , it is the right one
Will you show me your key card , please ?
Here it is .
All right . Now you can take your case away
that's good . Don't forget to design the format . An attractive format is as important as the content .
absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read .
good . How about your cover letter ?
a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ?
no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of
sounds reasonable . Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention .
yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview .
got it . I'll start right now .
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
Oh , I ' m sorry . But this isn ' t a no-smoker , is it ? I mean would you mind if I smoke here ?
Actually it is . Perhaps you haven ' t noticed the sign .
Sign ? What ' s sign ?
There , on the window .
Oh , sorry . I didn ' t notice it . Sorry .
That ' s all right .
I can wait a few days for these items .
Make sure that you have money allocated for these supplies . How much do you have for office supplies ?
I don't think we have very much money for supplies , but we have a little .
Would you like them delivered to you or can you come get them here ?
I am not sure yet .
When you finish completing the request form , we will order and let you know when the supplies are here . Have a great day !
Good-bye !
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
You are full of boasts . I can examine you by question and answer . What is Hollywood ? Where is it ? What is the function of it ?
Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world . It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often .
Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s
Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it .
Mm . What came after that ?
After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals .
Pretty good . Please continue .
Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . .
The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers .
Come on .
Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have .
Any more ?
Of course , no list of film would be complete without animated movies . These are especially popular among children .
Well , I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car !
A new car ! You're kidding !
No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear !
Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ?
Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too !
Gee , I don't think I own any red underwear , but I can buy some !
Well , there're actually over 200 kinds of folk collections in this city , that's half the collections of antique objects in China . There's one exhibition hall for multiple collection , and several individual display rooms for private collections .
Private collectors ! Oh , they must have excellent collections . I'll go and see each of them . What kinds of collections can I see ? Come on , David , don't keep me in suspense !
No hurry ! I'll tell you now . The collections include ancient cases and caskets , tea sets , abacuses , precious sea shells and conches , jars and water abacuses for study use , drama costumes , agates , ancient coins , butterflies , fans , mini musical instruments , root-carving , rare stones and rocks , model ships , model cars .
Enough , David ! I can't wait anymore . Let's go right now !
Okey , Okey . We'll start from the Folk Collection Exhibition House , a multi-folk collection exhibition hall , where the best of local antique objects are on constant display . The hall itself used to be the site of a local club in the late King Dynasty , a well preserved piece of antique architecture itself . Academic research seminars and exchanges between domestic and international experts are often organized there .
Very interesting . That's really a place I must go and see . And then ?
If you have interest in butterflies , you must go to the Butterfly Exhibition . Mr . Chen , owner of the private museum , has a large collection of specimen of over 1 000 species of butterflies from more than 20 countries for public display . Quite a lot of them are state-level treasures .
Mr . Chen himself has become an authority in this area , and master of butterfly sample making , I should say .
OK , So I first thanks them for their business , I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support , How is that ?
Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference .
Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount
Right , do you need them to respond ?
Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ?
You can tell them " Please finding the enclosed customer service survey , else also , you can say Attach a customer survey . If you need resource it right away , you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible . Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience .
I know where to get them from .
Where do I get it ?
They sell them at the business office on campus .
I had no idea .
I'm sure you didn't .
Thank you .
Don't mention it .
I'll buy it later on today .
I don't like coffee in this cafe .
It does taste weird .
Most people think so .
Wait a second-are these pictures copyrighted ?
Probably not . It's off the Internet . What difference does it make ?
Yes , can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can ? My name's Mary , and I'm calling from Happy Travel . My number is 123 456 789 .
Sorry , could you repeat that please ?
Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ?
Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can .
Great . Thanks .
Anything else ?
No , that's it . Thanks . Bye .
Bye .
How much would this parcel cost me by airmail ?
Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 .
Thanks . That'll be OK .
Well , it's very convenient and very popular now .
So how to apply for a job on the Internet ?
Just get online and send your application through email to the employer .
But how can I know which employer is hiring ?
You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website .
Will the employers see my information ?
Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you .
Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ?
If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe .
I will give it a try at once .
Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence .
That's all right . Would you have a cup of coffee ?
Yes , Please . It ' s very kind of you .
Don't mention it .
The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well . You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me .
It's my pleasure .
I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them .
Thank you . Thank you for the trouble you've taken .
Not at all .
What ' s your nationality ?
Nigerian .
What is your date of birth ?
15th of April , 1969 .
And your occupation ?
I am a painter .
What's your passport No . ?
7834623464 3367 .
Where do you live in China ?
In the Golden Mountain Hotel in Beijing .
You are suspected of smuggling . Do you understand your rights ?
Yes .
Ok , sign here .
Haha , I could never do that . I ' d be a zombie if I didn ' t have my morning coffee fix . Let ' s get down to business then .
Yes . I ' Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market .
That ' s great ! I ' m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ?
No , we ' re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal .
Surely . Let ' s get started by drafting a new contract .
Yes , I did . He only takes side with him . He seldom asks what Dick is doing .
They are By new models now , they are not very expensive . Maybe you should look for one .
You mean you didn ' t know much English then ?
Right . I only knew a few English sentences .
That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ?
First , I worked as a servant .
Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience .
I'd like to , but I must run to a meeting .
Anything else ?
Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables .
I'm almost hungry .
OK , that's fine , Sir . We just need to ask you some questions for security purposes .
Please , go right ahead .
Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ?
I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are .
That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ?
It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose !
That's completely natural . Most of our customers do the same thing . Could you just hold for a moment please ? Thank you .
Why ?
Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming .
Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible .
What do you mean ?
Sometimes the traffic is too busy .
Yes , you are right .
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
What school did you come from ?
I transferred from PCC .
Why ' d you transfer here ?
I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ' t good enough .
Is PCC a good school ?
PCC is great !
I hope you enjoy it here .
Thank you very much .
I'm happy to hear that , but publishing is more than just talking to writers . it involves a lot of work , patience and responsibility . Most of the work is boring .
I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry .
Do you have any complaints ?
No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ?
Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well .
That's perfect . I will definitely do well .
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
I want to study abroad .
What do you want to study ?
I hope to study English Literature .
Have you got your visa yet ?
Not yet . I have an interview with a visa official today .
I see . Is it your first interview ?
No , I ' Ve already been here for 3 interviews .
Your salesman also told me that each worker is trained to do quality analysis . Can you tell me a little about that ?
Certainly . We provide quality analysis training as part of the training for all new workers , plus a week of further training every year .
I made a little bit of money , but not much .
Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ?
I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form .
When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check .
That being the case , I don ' t think that I am going to show the income next time .
Don ' t do it ! If you get caught making false statements , you can have your claim closed .
Yeah , she ' s broken up about it , poor kid .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
Yeah , well , actually , one of the problems is that I actually exercise a lot .
Do ya ?
Yeah , so maybe it's my diet .
It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars .
That's pretty tough !
What exactly did you see ?
I saw the guy come in with a gun .
Did you get a good look at his face ?
He was wearing a mask .
Was anyone else with him ?
He came in alone .
Could you come to the station for more questioning ?
That'll be fine .
Do you mind telling me your name ?
Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ?
Yes , it is . I usually travel light .
Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ?
Sure , and I'm glad to meet you . Thanks for your help .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
Yes I know , but I just got the chance to leave and so I am going to take it no matter what .
I understand . So that ' s one ticket to New York , and you ' ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ?
I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket .
When would you like to return ?
My return date will be the 14th .
OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy !
OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6
Will there be any layovers ?
No , all flights are direct .
Perfect ! I ' m afraid to ask , but how much is it ?
$ 800 dollars .
But the most of the transoceanic cargo transportation is still carried by boat .
oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
is there someone else I can talk to ?
she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
that will be fine .
ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 . See you then .
No regrets ?
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
That guy was definitely a Don .
So now you can say you had a mafia experience . Ha-ha .
Yeah . If I leave Little Italy alive ...
Are you kidding ? Don had fun scaring you . He'd probably buy you dinner if we go back .
how big is a shuffle iPod ?
the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first .
how many gigs of music can it hold ?
I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember .
how much do they cost ?
not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars .
you're right , that's not bad at all .
do you have an iPod ?
I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one .
why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ?
that's one of the problems with having an iPod . Though an iPod might have an above average battery life , once the battery is dead , so is your iPod .
That's right . Then you will follow the signs to Gate 85 .
Thank you . You ' Ve been very helpful .
So I think I may fall in love with her .
That sounds great . But how do you know that's a crush or a real love ?
Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in real love ?
That's a big question . Well , if you're in love , maybe you will take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all .
That's what I do .
And you think about her all the time ?
Yes .
And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid . For instance , you used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning then you begin to like jogging .
That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs .
Oh , congratulations . Sounds like you've found your soul mate .
Thanks , but I know falling in love is one thing while staying in love is another .
Yes , that's right . If you find this person becomes more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love .
Yeah , falling in love is so good .
How are your work now ?
Not bad , just let it go .
She is tall ?
Yes , she is .
And she is thin , isn ' t she ?
Well , just a little thin .
What does she teach ?
English , of course .
Is she your teacher ?
Yes . She teaches our class three times a week .
Can she speak Chinese to her students ?
Not very much .
It's a good thing you can speak English !
why not ? I would like to buy some candies . Since there are so many people , I think they must have delicious candy .
Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty .
They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors .
I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything .
Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people .
To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not .
You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities .
That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home .
You really can't live without candy .
Not bad . I finally bought a house . It ' s an old one , but built really solid . It is close to here . Do you want to come over for lunch ?
I ' d like that , but I ' m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ' d meet them at the airport for lunch .
OK , next time you ' re here .
That ' s a deal .
I heard that you moved to Florida .
Yes , I ' m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ' Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches .
Tell me more .
The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright .
Sounds great !
I ' m pretty happy living there .
I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs .
I ' Ve been to all of them .
I ' m jealous . I ' Ve never been to Florida .
The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ' ll take you to Disney World .
That sounds great ! I ' ll take you up on that invitation .
I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ?
I sure will .
Here ' s my business card . Send me an email once in a while .
Count on it . And here ' s my card . Don ' t hesitate to call me anytime .
Thank you . I ' d better get going . I don ' t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry .
Well , I ' m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip .
Take good care of yourself , Mary .
I will . Good-bye .
Bye-bye !
You're a good student . I'm sure you can do well . What you need to do is to relax .
You're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ?
Taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress .
I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying !
You need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ' t very usually effective .
You ' re right . I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class .
Besides , it ' s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ' s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply .
That ' s fantastic . I ' m going to go try that out in my room now . good night !
Good night , sleep tight ; don ' t let the bed bugs bite !
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
I must weigh it .
How much ? Is it overweight ?
It is 5 grams overweight . Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter ?
How much is it , then ?
Registration plus overweight , 7 yuan in all .
OK . Here you are .
Well , my dear , I didn't believe it either . But I got it straight from the horse's mouth . David called me this morning .
So when did this all happen ?
Last weekend , while they were on their ski trip .
Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ?
Next June .
I can hardly believe it .
Good for you . Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world .
Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hi-gene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . For sure all the customers will benefit from this .
well , my boyfriend was supposed to call me last night , but he never did .
that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it .
the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't .
I see how that can get a bit annoying .
a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar .
so what are you going to do about it ?
I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him .
what do you think would make you happier ?
in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first .
relationships can be confusing sometimes .
what would you do if you were me ?
I'd call him and dump him now ! You deserve better than him !
Of course . Do you know which bank it was sent through and the amount and currency ?
Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars .
Yes , here it is . That's received and cleared , so it's available for withdrawal .
I see , but games are played in different ways . I'm wondering what type of games do you like to play ?
Type ? I don't know , what do you have ?
Basically , there are 7 types of games
Well , I am a beginner . I ...
Don't worry . Most male customers choose first person shooting , real time strategy , action or sports , while female customers prefer simulating , action or role playing . Shooting , action and sports games require flexible movements and real time strategy usually needs overall consideration .
I like first person shooting and action more than other types of games .
If so , counter Strike and Might & Magic are good alternatives . Counter Strike is one of the hottest shooting games and Might & Magic series are popular among girls because the game has attractive plot and interesting scenes .
Oh , thanks a lot . Then , I will take the two .
Do you want the latest editions ? If your computer runs fast , I think the latest editions are better because although old editions are cheaper , they are less exciting and attractive .
I will have the latest editions .
Say , why don't you come with us ? We have plenty of room .
Do you mean it ? I'd love to !
I ' m sorry . We must have misunderstood each other .
Why don ' t you try to be clearer about your intentions ?
You ' re right . I am sorry . Let ' s go and watch the movie .
It ' s okay . I don ' t want to go now . We ' Ve already missed ten minutes of the movie . I don ' t want to see a movie without watching the beginning .
What does a clerk do ?
He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types .
I want to be a vet .
A-what ?
A vet-a veterinary surgeon .
Good gracious ! What's that ?
A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor .
I once read a story about a person who talked to animals . It was very interesting .
The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot
Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP .
I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ' m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while .
Well , let me know if there ' s anything I can do to help out .
Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ?
Hehe .. sure
Good ! Me too ! By the way . you didn't tell me what you are studying here .
Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies .
Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ?
Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really .
What about your friend Zoe
She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy .
Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures .
I guess so . What about you , Simon ?
I'm studying law .
Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer .
Sure , welcome anytime
I intended to , but as far as I know , all the skirts of this kind here are of the same size .
Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back .
Sorry to have given you trouble .
Never mind . It ' s just my duty .
You can apply right now .
I ' d like to do that .
Fill this out , please .
What ' s next ?
I will need to take your passport picture .
When will my passport be ready ?
It will take about three weeks .
That ' s great . Thank you .
What are the side effects from taking that drug ,
You need to stay hydrated on this drug , but most people experience little side effects .
Will that one medication take care of all of my problems ?
For now I want you to take a second drug , Lisinopril , an ACE inhibitor .
Am I going to experience any complications with that drug ?
The most you will experience will be a dry cough but you probably won ' t experience anything negative .
Another one ? I don't want another one . Give me something simple . You've got steak , right ?
Yes , we do . How would you like it cooked ?
Half done .
I think I can take the subway to the airport . Do you know where the subway is ?
Sure , it's over there .
Where ? I don't see it .
Across the street .
Oh , I see it now . Thanks .
No problem .
Do you know if there's a restroom around here ?
Yes , there's one here . It's in the store .
Thank you .
Bye .
Oh , I ' m sorry to hear that . I think you ' d better talk to the police officer walking there .
It seems that is a better way . Thank you .
You are welcome .
Is there a good time for you to help me ?
If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday .
How about meeting in my office ?
That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have .
Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot .
Don't worry . Everything will go well . I promise !
I'm in finance . You ?
Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them .
T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ?
About two years . And you ? Are you based here ?
No . Actually , I'm based in Shanghai . I'm just here for the conference . So , T & D eh ...
Would you please open the suitcase ? What are these ?
They are two cameras .
Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey .
OK , you're through now .
No , he doesn't ! ! ! He plays the trumpet . So , what kind of music do you like ?
I like rock a lot .
Who's your favorite group ?
The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ?
No , I don't . I can't stand them ! !
Since we ' re good friends , you don't have to pay me .
No , I can ' t accept it . Business is business .
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
Here we are .
Thank you . How much is it ?
Nine pounds twenty .
Here's ten pounds . Keep the change .
Thank you . Sir
You're welcome , Goodbye !
Can you give her a message , please ?
Yes , of course .
Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number .
Sure .
Thank you for your help .
It's my pleasure .
I told you to clean it up earlier .
I know . I am still going to clean it up .
Make sure you vacuum and dust your room .
I won't forget .
I don't want you to leave until you clean up .
My plans aren't until later , so I'll clean it before I go .
I'll be fine with just my girly drink , thank you very much .
And I'll stick with real coffee .
Cash or check ?
It will be cash today .
How much do you want to deposit ?
I need to deposit $ 300 .
What account will you be depositing this money into ?
Deposit it into my checking account .
What else can I do for you today ?
That ' s all I need today . Thanks .
I'm afraid not . He ' s gone for the rest of the day .
Is there anywhere I can reach him ?
I don't believe so . He ' s going out of town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you care to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days .
I see . I can tell Mr . Thomas that you phoned .
Thank you .
Bye-bye .
What is the shrink rate after washing ?
Less than 5 % . It's quite durable .
Come on ! You can just walk up to a girl and say " If you were a booger I \ ' d pick you first . "
What ? Come on ! That ' s just lame ! No girl would fall for that !
Fine , then you can say , " So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! "
That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny .
Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink .
Ok , how does this sound , " I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . "
Nice ! Let ' s go !
You just pop'em in in the morning , take them out at night , and then throw them away . No cleaning !
Cool . So are you near-sighted or far-sighted ?
Near sighted .
You can ' t compare apples and oranges . I believe that both topics are important and that we can ' t ignore them , the mistreatment of animals can cause a great environmental imbalance . I believe that governments should prohibit activities like poaching .
Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ' t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products .
As long as you don ' t treat it better than your wife , it ' s fine .
Well , I have to hide in the air-conditioned rooms . Anyway , it is all worth , just think about the cool evening time .
That ' s great . Those athletes must train for years to get into peak physical condition . They must be terribly disappointed if they don ' t win .
The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds .
That ' s amazing ! Were any other records broken ?
A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place .
Did you see the final of the men ' s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts .
Was he disqualified ?
Yes , he was . I imagine he must be very angry with himself for that .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school , or from the government .
Wow , you ' Ve inspired me to do something !
Come on , you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity .
Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun .
How ? By drinking ?
Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed .
When did you begin to drink ?
It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? '
And then ?
Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink .
So you get drunk every day ?
Well , in that case , there is nothing more to be said . What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email .
That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ?
We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request .
I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account .
Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them .
Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ?
Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like .
Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction .
All right , I'll adjust the price accordingly .
Heads .
Sorry , it's tails . You lose .
Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one .
Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ?
No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room .
Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there .
Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ?
Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ?
Yes , I agree .
So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair .
Alright .
I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls .
Is that right ?
Yes , that's right .
Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you .
Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners . Just call me Big Brother Dave .
Are all lucky people so stuck up ?
C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding .
Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it .
Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ?
I will go get something to eat . You unpack first . Then , when I come back , I'll unpack .
Alright . See you later .
Look at my nice blue shirt , there ' s a big hole in it .
I ' m sorry , Jim .
Never mind , dear .
Can you tell me when my lease is up ?
Your lease is for three years .
If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why is that ?
If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible .
Oh , I see .
All right . I ' m glad I could clarify things for you .
Do you know which buses I need to take ?
The 268 is the first bus you need to catch .
What do I do after I get on the 268 ?
Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington .
Then what ?
Catch the 261 and get off at Sons .
That's all ?
That's all you have to do .
Great ! Would you like your second pizza to be these as the first ?
No , make the second one with ham , pineappleand green peppers . Oh , and make it thin crust .
Okay , thin crust . Your total is $ 21 . 50 and yourorder will arrive in thirty minutes or it ' s free !
Perfect . Thank you . Bye ...
Sir , wait ! ! I need your address !
What are you going to major in ?
I haven ' t thought about it yet .
I don ' t want to see you back here .
You won ' t see me here again .
I don ' t think this place is for you .
I know .
I wish you luck .
Thanks . I know things are going to be better .
Why wouldn ' t you tell me over the phone ?
If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck .
I need to come in right away .
I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along .
You are scaring me !
Come on in this afternoon and we will talk . It will be fine !
Yes , it's still open .
Terrific ! Then how should I apply for ?
Oh , we need your resume , health report , three photographs and several letters of recommendation . Would you please send them to us by next Wednesday ?
Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
I'm dreadfully sorry . I forgot to book the tickets yesterday .
Oh , it's nothing .
I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Not a bit of it , don't blame yourself .
Oh , Daddy , you should do more exercise . You are getting a little heavy .
I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath .
Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes .
Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit .
I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing .
OK , I'll go .
That's a deal .
Sure .
Please . And in the mean time , can I look at apartments available in the area from this office ?
Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As .
Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ?
The individual landlord's numbers are next to each entry . You can call them with any questions you may have .
Some restaurants allow you to take your own wine and just charge you corkage , but the don ' t do that at " ginger ' s " . what was included in the seafood buffet ?
They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon .
Did they have lobster ?
No , they didn ' t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet .
Yes , it probably is . I don ' t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh .
I know . I didn ' t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick .
When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ?
Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ' m still hungry afterwards .
Oh , you don ' t usually have a starter ?
No , I might have a soup if it ' s a cold winter day .
By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ?
It will begin at 5:30 .
I am afraid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN .
Done .
One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ?
No , thanks .
Paper or plastic ?
Pardon me ?
Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ?
Paper , please .
Tom and Bill Smith . They are both working now you know ? And they've bought a new house .
Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately .
It's out in the suburbs .
Have you seen the house ?
Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend .
Is it nice ?
Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden .
Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ?
They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight .
When are they going to have the party ?
Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow .
Wow , that would be something to look forward to .
It appears these books are two weeks late .
I forgot they were due .
You do realize you are going to have to pay late fees , right ?
How much is the late fee ?
The late fee is 25 cents a day .
So I have to pay 25 cents for each day the books are late ?
It ' s 25 cents for each book .
That ' s a lot of money .
Experience is indeed very important , but don ' t you think capability is more important than it ?
Of course , I think so . But how can you prove to me that you are more capable ?
Maybe you could hire me on trial , if I ' m not qualified for this position , you can let me go .
That ' s a good idea .
I'm afraid you must give up the cash . Are you insured ?
Yes , this is my overseas travel accident insurance card .
I'll make a report for you and please claim this to the insurance company with this report .
Well , I don't see the point of arguing this .
My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that !
Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ?
If I told her that , she would faint and have me committed !
Yeah . They're usually this big .
The craftsmanship is excellent .
All the parts work .
Thank you so much .
Don't mention it .
Oh , forget it then . Hey , I told you to put the files on the in tray , not on my desk .
The pile is over ten feet high . I am afraid it will fall all over and bury you underneath it if I put this file on top of it .
Very funny . What's wrong with you today ? You are my secretary and you are not supposed to talk to me in that tone of voice . Do you know that ?
What do you expect ? I've been working for you for three years , and you've never given me a holiday . I don't feel well today , because I have a terrible headache . I am not in the mood for being gentle and polite . If you can't stand it , it's your problem . I am not going to change , because I think it suits you best .
Keep your voice down , Kate . I know you've had a hard day today , but you should at least show some respect for me . If you really don't feel well , go home . There isn't much work today anyway .
I apologize for forgetting myself , but I do need some time off .
What do you think ?
I love that shirt on you .
What about the jeans ?
They don't really fit you right .
I don't think so either .
That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you .
I'll just buy the shirt .
That would be a good idea .
And when is the closing date ?
The time period is set on June 29th .
Could you please tell me something more about the conditions for the tender ?
All right . The area of the factory buildings is around 8,000 square meters . You can read the details in the invitations which will be sent tomorrow .
Thank you for your information .
You're welcome .
I'm sorry to have taken up too much of your time .
It doesn't matter . We'll be in touch .
Okay , bye !
Bye !
That's interesting . Go on !
My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school .
So he became a self-taught man ?
Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous .
In what field ?
As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country .
Is he still in that that type of work .
No . He retired from that . He is a senator now .
Would you want to be a senator ?
Well , maybe when I get old . But first I'll be a lawyer .
Now , the effort pays off . You have accomplished something .
Come on , don ' t flatter me anymore . I took the job because I love being challenged . But I can ' t get this turned around without the support from you people .
You can't buy much more , Wei ! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan .
Oh , yeah . OK . I'll just buy smallthings !
OK , I am sorry for that . We will arrange another one for you .
Do you somewhere often , Laura ?
Huh ? I can ' t hear you , the music ' s too loud .
Let ' s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that ' s why I ' m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That ' s good . It ' s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don ' t mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I ' ll do it in a park .
I'm curious about that .
But it's none of our business .
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ..
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
So easy .
I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed .
My shopping life will be more convenient .
How do you want you hair cut ?
Don't make it too short . I just want a trim .
Yes , sir . I will use the scissors . Do you always part your hair on the left ?
Yes , I do . That looks good . It's not too short . It ' s just right . How much do I owe you ?
That will be 3 . 50 dollars .
Here is 4 dollars , keep the change .
Thank you very much . Come back to see us .
I should have some free time next week . Say , next Wednesday evening ?
That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you .
Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday .
Great ! That's settled then .
OK .
Very nice .
Yes , it is . But I ' Ve got a lot of work too .
Well , that ' s life , isn ' t it ?
Our travel agency provides all kinds of tours , ranging from individual tour to group package tour .
Excellent .
When do you expect to come ?
September 28th .
What specific places do you wish to visit ?
We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace .
OK .
Good . Can I walk through this building ?
I'm afraid you can't . You'll have to go out there and walk around .
I see . Thank you .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
Have you got anything to declare ?
No . I have only personal effects .
No , it's great being a father , seeing your children growing up and loving you and admiring you .
Maybe you'll only feel that way on Father's Day .
Hi ! This is Jill . How come you didn't come in today ?
Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover .
That's too bad . You ' ll have to be more careful nest time .
Anything new at the office ?
No , nothing special . Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache . His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine . The baby is their first child .
That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate !
Yes , we have to . Do you think you can make it tomorrow ?
Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then . Thank you for calling .
You're welcome . Bye .
Of course , Mr Hayes . That's what I'm here for . What would you like to know ?
Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity .
This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ?
No , not really . My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it .
It sure is .
No . You are just burning yourself out these days . Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again .
One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished .
How could he make such a silly mistake ?
He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then .
He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ?
Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects .
That's a very good lesson . We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here .
I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Cuizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while , I got u
yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choicest , you've got to adapt .
yeah , I guess that's a typical example of when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
exactly .
I prefer the novels by Hemingway , such as The Old Man and the Sea . I like the simple words in his novels .
Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great .
Absolutely !
Here you are .
Please write down the zip code in the mailing address .
Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too .
OK . please give me twenty cents .
Here it is . and thank you very much .
You're welcome .
All right . But I'm only in on Saturday .
Morning or afternoon ?
Afternoon , please , if that's possible .
Only all right ?
Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them .
Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision .
But after all , it is your decision , not mine .
Oh , yes . The green dress is very smart . but I can't be sure if it goes with a hat .
what a bummer ! You set me up ?
let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ...
how dare you !
hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella !
why did you lie to me in the email ?
I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name .
I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me .
I'm sorry . It was cruel of me . But I promise it will never happen again ? Look , there's a nice restaurant . Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over .
How long will it take ?
It depends .
I need to talk it over with my wife .
Certainly .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend-the Power Macintosh G3 . it comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your hardware first . We have a special deal on right now . I should tell you about it , as it only goes until next Tuesday . If you buy one of these fifteen-inch color monitors with a Power Macintosh G3 , you can actually get 30 percent off the usual sale price .
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Mcintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . May I ask where you're from ?
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university-Asian students included-most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
Thank you very much . And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years ?
I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies .
Could I see that , please ?
Yes , here it is .
Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is .
Oh , but mine is a three-year program .
Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure .
Okay , thank you .
It's comfortable . I will take it .
All right . Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you ?
Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ?
The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning .
It smells good . Look at these . They make my mouth watering .
Me too .
It will be our turn soon .
Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn .
OK . I'll have many cream cakes today .
I don't like them . I think they are too icky .
Is it a big difference ?
Not really , perhaps just a translation problem , that's all . Anyway , we've agreed to accept it .
The second week of September is still in the high-season , so the cheapest tickets are $ 650 . The high season lasts until the 15th , so fares after that date are cheaper .
In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ?
Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines .
Okay , I'll take it . ( to be continued )
Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction . It ' s hard work .
I don't mind the work . I think it's worthwhile .
That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some
You were right . It was from a headhunter . She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But , I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I'm going there tomorrow .
Great . Good luck .
How do you spell your last name , Mr . Eakins .
It's E-A-K-I-N-S .
E-A-K-I-N-S . First name , Donald . And what's your present address , Mr . Eakins ?
It's 1446 Pine Street .
1446 Pine . That ' s in San Francisco , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
Let me stretch it for you . How is that now ?
Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along .
OK . Here you are .
How much is it ?
Thirty-five yuan .
Here is the money .
Thanks . Nothing else , today ?
Nothing else , thank you .
Okay . The library's beside the baker's . I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week . They're overdue .
I'll see you later then .
Bye ! I'll be back before seven .
Dad , now don't you go getting mush on me .
I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world .
That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks .
We have great confidence in you .
that's true . Beijing is the political , economic and cultural center of the entire country .
and there're higher salaries there .
well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities .
I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person .
one person ? How about your girlfriend ?
oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life .
sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home .
sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard .
I admire you . Good luck !
Are you sure ?
Yes , I owed you for last time .
All right . If you insist . Next time it is on me , though .
That's good . Cotton is soft and flexible .
Sure . Wait a moment . ( Several minutes later ) Here you are .
I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool .
I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood .
Haha . Wish you good luck .
What the hell . That doesn't make sense . What are you going to do ?
I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there .
That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me .
I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars .
Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store .
We'll see what happens after court .
He has a mustache , if I remember correctly , and a light complexion .
How old is he ?
He is in his late thirties .
Well . I shouldn ' t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ?
At two thirty .
I want the new cards to be exactly like this card .
We can do that very easily .
... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card .
Great . Your order will take only one week .
You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days .
We can do that . It'll just cost you extra .
No problem , Sir . He'll be with you in just a minute . Could I get you something to drink while you are waiting ?
A black coffee with 2 sugars would be much appreciated , thanks .
Where do you need it to be delivered to ?
I want to post it to Shanghai .
OK , please fill out this form .
Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ?
Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 .
Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ?
Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please .
Ten kg ! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it !
I've been great . What about you ?
I've been good . I'm in school right now .
What school do you go to ?
I go to PCC .
Do you like it there ?
It's okay . It's a really big campus .
Good luck with school .
Thank you very much .
What have you been doing for the past two years ?
I have been going to graduate school at USC .
What are you majoring in ?
I am studying international communications .
You should easily be able to find a job with that major .
I am counting on being able to get a good job .
78 dollars a day with unlimited mileage .
And I'd like to have insurance just in case .
Is there an additional driver ?
No .
If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance .
All right . I'll take it .
Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section .
How about this one ?
All right . How many days would you like to use it ?
Just one day .
May I see your driver's license and credit card please ?
Is the international driving licence fine ?
Yes , it is . ( ... ) Thank you . Please fill in this form . Can you check this box , and put your initials here , and again here .
Is there anything else ?
I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room .
Her room is very neat and clean .
Yeah . She's a very responsible person .
I will keep my room clean , too . That's a promise .
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I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
Sorry , nope . But the Alpha Phi Alpha's are throwing a party tonight .
That's a black fraternity , right ? So we should see some dancing !
Tell me why you didn ' t come to see me tonight then .
I don ' t like all your questions . That ' s why .
like what ?
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Yeah , you are right . I must stop complaining and stick to it every day .
Yeah ! Where there is a will , there is a way .
My parents live by themselves now . When they get older , they ' ll probably go to a retirement home . Do you just have one brother ?
No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ?
I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters .
How long have you been married ?
About seven years now . and you ?
I ' Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ?
It ' s becoming more and more common . However , I don ' t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ?
If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce .
If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws !
( ha ha ) I ' ll keep that in mind , but don ' t tell my husband .
Of course not !
Fine , I'd like two enlargements from this negative .
Here's your receipt .
Currencies ? As in Euros , Dollars , Pounds and Rupees ?
It ' s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ' t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much !
I don ' t understand . You ' re buying and selling money ?
You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 !
Last night ?
Yeah ! It ' s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I '
You ' re kidding ! I ' m on ! Where do I sign up ?
What's the temperature today anyway ?
I would say it's about 5 degree Celsius .
What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots ?
You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit .
Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ?
I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card .
It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second .
Don't forget that you have very little time , sir , before you have to check out .
Hey , you can dance to rap music !
I can't dance to it . And I know you can't either . Because I've seen you try .
Sorry , what was your last name again ?
Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary .
OK . I'm Dick .
Glad to meet you .
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
( looking at a newspaper ) Oh , dear me ! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend . So we have to go to cinema instead .
What's on ?
Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night .
That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ?
Ah . The Royal , I think .
What time does it start ?
Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think .
But we won't have enough time for dinner .
Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ?
Ah ... I fancy going to the later show .
Then , there's a 9:30 show .
That's Okay , I think .
All right .
I'm sorry , Ma'am . I can't find anything under that name . Do you have your confirmation number ?
No , I don't have it with me . But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month .
Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ?
C - A - R - O - L . Carol .
I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday .
No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me .
Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name .
His name is Lin , L - I - N .
I'm sorry . I have nothing here .
Miss , I know he made this reservation for me .
Yes . I made a reservation in shanghai .
Then I believe you have a confirmation slip .
Yeah . Let me see . Is this the one you want ?
That ' s it . What ' s your name . please ?
Wu Mei . That ' s my name .
Just a moment , please . Yes , you have a room reservation for you .
Is this room with a bath room ?
Yes , it ' s .
Can you give me a quiet room ?
It ' s a inside room on the eight floor .
What ' s the room rate ?
Eighty dollars a day . How long do you plan to stay Mrs Wu ?
Three nights I scheduled .
Do you sign the register , please ?
Is that right ?
Thank you , Mrs Wu .
Your room Number is 827 . The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room .
Thanks .
I'm sorry , Sir , but you will need to come in to your local branch to deal with the application procedure . Come in and fill out an application form and let us have a duplicate of your ID card . You'll also need a copy of your guarantor's and he or she will need to sign the form , too .
OK ... and what deposit do I need ? I mean , is there a minimum deposit ?
You'll need to deposit 1,500 RIB initially . There will also be some small additional charges for this service .
That's no problem . How long will the whole thing take ? A week ? 10 days ?
It should all be sorted out within 5 working days after receipt of the required documents .
Right , I'll contact my guarantor now and we'll come in within the next couple of days . Thanks very much for your help . Goodbye .
you are right . It is giving me a real headache . I feel like I ' m between a rock and a hard place .
I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex .
oh , how did you deal with it ?
I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up .
oh , it ' s a pity . What was the matter ?
simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences .
like what ?
he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family .
Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first .
yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working .
so that's why it ' s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner .
not really . There are many successful mixed marriage around us .
How about this pair ?
No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ?
How about these ?
Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ?
Well , there's this pair .
Hmm , they're not too bad .
Would you like to make an appointment ?
Why do I need an appointment ?
You need to sign the paperwork .
Can I do that right now ?
When can you come in ?
How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ?
I'll schedule you for then .
Thanks for all your help .
net really , no . we'd preferably like to live in a quiet street .
how many rooms do you need in the flat ?
we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined .
ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t
how far away is it from the campus ?
it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a
that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision .
of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there .
thank you . that would be great .
Anderson .
Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time .
Thank you .
By the way , how's the nose ? Boy , that must have hurt .
Oh my , no internet access is killing me .
Can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
No , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
Now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
What does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
Well , the term ' discomgoogolation ' comes from ' discombobulate ' and ' google ' . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
That's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
Then , you're probably addicted .
Yes , of course . That's quite an important point , isn ' t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ' t include a generous housing allowance al
I understand . And are there other bonuses included ?
Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date .
Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me .
Excellent . Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ?
I'll go get the chips . What do you want to drink ?
Surprise me .
Exactly how long is my lease for ?
Your lease will be up in three years .
What will happen if I move out before then ?
If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible .
I don ' t understand .
Because our contract says that you will live here for three years .
Okay , I think that I understand .
I ' m glad you understand .
Correct ! Another contrast is the rules for the general and the king . It seems the general or marshal in xiangqi is much too incompetent . They are required to stay in the palace , waiting to be checked and fleeing for life under the cover of the guards . Look at the king in chess , he is much more capable .
Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China .
There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess .
You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ?
Sure . On a chessboard , fire is much more intensive . It has a smaller board , while those bigger pieces-chariots , horses and bishops-can cover longer distances .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly
Yes . I love facing danger and overcoming it . It has become part of my life .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Sorry . Can you please help me up ! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on .
Sure . Is this your first time skiing ?
Yes . I tried skiing on grass before . Not very good at it , though .
Oh you ought to go to the park next time . They have a route for joggers there .
Oh ok , I ' ll try that tomorrow . It ' ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ' t you come along ?
Oh ok then , I ' ll come and watch you !
Thank you . I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others .
We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible .
Those are beautiful . Do you have any in a size six ?
Yes , we do , we also have this same style in dark blue and red .
No , thank you . I'm just looking for a black pair .
Let me go to the back and get them . I'll be right back .
This visa is good for two weeks . Do you intend to stay longer than that ?
No . I will fly back twelve days from now .
And you will do some traveling while you are here ?
Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit .
What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ?
Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books .
You're not carrying any food with you today ?
No .
Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ?
Alright .
That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ' ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ?
Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 .
Thank you .
Okay . I ' ll have them brought to your room right away .
Thank you .
You know ... the one with the silly ad about how vitamins jump up and down .
Oh , you mean ' KIKES ' ?
Yeah . That's the one .
Well , I'll see . Sometimes the stores don't have some of the new kinds of cereal .
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
They would also like to have a meeting with our designers . And this time , their visit to our company will lay the basement for our cooperation , so you need to pay more attention .
I will set it up .
They will stay for two days . Try to work out an efficient schedule .
It seems to me that now you're famous . You've got to go out and be seen at the right places and go to the right parties .
I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen .
Then fans don't see you much in public places .
Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place .
A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . '
I've never had one person that I'd idolized . The comparisons to Jul-ia Roberts are incredibly flattering . I don't really know who I would compare myself to . I'd like to be a combination of a lot of people . A little bit of everything , really . I haven't quite figured out where my strengths are yet , and I've definitely found my weaknesses .
What qualities would you expect of persons working as a team ?
To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive .
How do you spend your leisure time ?
I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies .
So , what kind of sport do you like most ?
Oh , it's hard to narrow it down to just one . I mean , I like all kinds of sports , basketball , swimming , bike riding and so on . Maybe it is just the reason why I am so energetic and vigorous .
Yes , but Americans never visit without calling in advance , and they almost never stay overnight .
I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families .
I think you ' re right !
Absolutely , I love temple fairs . Beijing has several temple fairs recently . They are different from each other to some extent , but also have a lot in common .
I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ?
What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you .
Great ! Do you know how to get there ?
Of course .
Couldn't be better .
When we draft a contract , which points should we pay special attention to ?
Well . First , make meaning clear by using concise forma language . Second , describe accurately the exact requirement . Finally , state clearly the permissible variation in quantity .
Look ! You can see the village way down in the valley .
Yes . It ' s a lovely view .
That ' s not good for me at all . It ' ll have to be another time .
We must find some time to read report .
I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon .
That ' s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon .
See you .
You ' Ve been wasting your time on this ? I can ' t believe it ! It doesn ' t even look fun or challenging !
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
Can I take a message , Mr Laing ?
Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called .
Certainly . Does she have your number ?
She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 .
01705 ...
455623 .
455623 .
That's right .
OK . I'll make sure she gets the message .
Thank you .
Yeah , oh my god ! It's still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight .
You were dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married .
Oh , no . What did I do ? It's asking me for a password .
Don't worry . See where it says , New User ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
A piece of cake . You'll be successful .
No , I don't like museums . They ' re boring .
Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ?
Ah ! That sounds interesting .
Right . Do you have the code for that one ?
It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ?
Here it is . Have you got the advice slip with you ? You have sufficient funds in the account , so we can go ahead .
Good , here's your ticket and four dollars change .
Thank you .
Don't you have cheese ?
Of course , we do .
This way , please .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
I'm serious .
All right . Next time you will treat .
It's a deal .
Thank you so much .
I don't want to be like this . I think we should get step further .
It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over .
Like what ?
Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek .
It was only the cheek .
That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car .
Oh , that is ridiculous .
So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ?
Definitely not .
You see , we still have hurdle .
Come on , let ' s try it .
All right . If you really want to .
Go to the Human Resource Office , please . You can get it there .
Where is the Human Resource Office ?
It ' s on the first floor , Room 120 .
Thanks a lot .
Good luck .
I need it . Thank you .
Your card number please ?
4434 1234 5678 9902 .
Double one , zero two ?
No , double nine zero two .
4434 1234 5678 9902 ?
That's right .
And the expiry date ?
Eleven , ...
Could you repeat that please ?
November this year .
Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September .
Thank you .
You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White .
Thanks a lot . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Oh it ' s printed the ticket already . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
OK , I am going to the hotel to pick you up . See you tomorrow night .
Don't mention it . You know , we ' re old friends .
Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ?
Yes . Why ?
I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook .
That ' s great . I'd love to .
I'll try the vegetarian , please .
Please fill in this form .
Is this all right ?
So you are leaving this evening . We keep your bags until 6 p . m . Here's your tag .
Thanks a lot .
With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan , the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price .
That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself .
That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this .
The funds are all ready to go in my personal account , so let's transfer it .
Oh , no , sir . We already gave you a discount on each item .
OK . I understand . Thank you .
And pay for my own clothes .
That's an excellent idea .
That sounds terrible the way you describe it . But you know , not long ago I really suffered on the bus .
What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ?
You just can ' t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding !
Hmm . Good exercise , uh ?
Yeah , absolutely !
And it ' s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ' s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her .
You were so happy , weren ' t you ?
What do you think ? I ' m a good boy .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
I thought we could go to some of the museums . Don ' t you want to see the museums ?
Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House . We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here .
I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous . But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring .
Boring ? How can it be boring ? It sounds very interesting to me .
Do you have some information on these ?
Let me give you some brochures to look over .
why ?
the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis .
that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper .
and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat .
what's that ?
nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day !
wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising .
yeah , I guess so .
you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise .
hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds .
so what happened ?
well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds .
you should have kept trying .
Sounds better , but I hope it doesn't inspire me to take a hammer to the client's head .
Don't worry , James . We'll get this case worked out in no time .
Could I have a transfer please ?
Here you are .
Thank you .
You are here on business , aren't you ?
Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks .
I see . Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare .
Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in .
All right .
Why didn ' t you answer my question ?
What question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I .. I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I .. I don ' t feel like saying it .
Yes , and the food was horrible !
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
Then would you like to have lunch with us ?
I ' d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now .
Would you like me to give you a lift ?
No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there .
Come on . It ' s no trouble at all .
Ok , thank you .
We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Oh , I see . Yeah . Some people like traveling , some don ' t . My husband didn ' t like traveling at first , either . He said what ' s the use of traveling ? A waste of money and a waste of time . At last I got him on the move . After all , he loved me . We went to Bali , Indonesia , one of the most beautiful places in the world . That trip left a very deep impression on him . Since then whenever we have holidays and money , we ' d like to patronize the travel agency . Isn ' t it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life ?
Oh , I see . By the way , how can I get out of the platform after I get off the train ?
That's very easy . The exit is always open .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
This apartment looks nice .
Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient .
How much is the rents ?
2,500 yuan a month .
This apartment is nice , but I'd like to find a cheaper one .
Thanks .
See , it's right over there .
Oh , gosh . I didn't see it .
That's all right .
I see .
You're right . The invitation said two to seven . I was there at two o'clock , but most people didn't arrive until three or four . They didn't start cooking until five o ' clock .
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o'clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I'm hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it's only seven-fifteen . I don't want to be the first one there again .
Don't worry . We won't be the first .
She still loves him . That's why she feels upset . Her love is always hard and confusing ...
Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ?
He sometimes really drives me crazy .
Thanks very much .
We ' ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
While you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meal , by the way .
Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
My pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
But I don ' t like them . It ' s not fair .
You can have some fruits for dessert . If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake .
Ok , actually I don ' t mind eating peas and carrots . But I hate broccoli and cauliflower .
I'll remember that for next time . You ' ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ?
Thanks , Mom !
It's US 100 for RIB 802 today .
I'd like to exchange 3,000 .
Fill out this exchange memo , please .
Yes . Here you are .
Wait a second , please ... These are 24,060 RIB and the receipt , please check them .
All right , thank you so much , good-bye .
Good-bye .
That's what I thought you would do . Listen , I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood . It's just down the street from all the bars . You probably don't want to be walking around after dark .
It can't be that bad .
I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here .
Really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime .
Do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better .
Ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ?
When I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen -- just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation .
Has anything else happened to you ?
Nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close .
Well , we'll be careful . Thanks for letting me know .
You know how it is when you ' re in a strange country . Everything is new , and you get tired and nervous sometimes . Then you worry about your family , about conditions back home , about your courses , about your money , about everything . I tried to fall asleep but I just had too much on my mind .
Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax .
Anything is worth a try . But right now I really just want to find a quiet place to take a nap .
Who has a crush ?
Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance !
That ' s it . I think we ' re one block beyond .
I see . One ticket to London , please .
Single or return , sir ?
Single , please .
64 pounds , please .
Here you are .
Here's your ticket and change , sir .
Not really . I just worked on my car all day .
That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ?
But then what would I do every weekend ?
I like it , too . But sometimes I enjoy jazz and classical music .
You have good taste in music .
Okay . Now we need you to fill a form with your personal information . We need information like social insurance number ( Social security number in the US ) , your address , phone number , etc . We also need a security deposit of $ 200 . And you have to pay two months ' rent in advance for renting the first time . If there ' s nothing damaged , we ' ll give you back one month ' s rent when you move out . You ' ll be responsible for all the utilities . Do you want to sign a lease today ?
Sure !
Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ' t get your deposit back .
Okay . Thank you for your reminder .
You ' re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in .
Thank you again .
Yes . As a matter of fact , you can't board the plane without boarding pass .
Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room .
I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass .
But when does the plane take off ?
Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir .
Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head .
Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion .
Is that me ?
Could be .
Oh , thank God . Thank you , I'll be right back .
I think so . But before I apply , could you tell me more about the work ?
Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ?
I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school .
Good . There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one . If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ?
How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ?
Ten hours a week . From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week .
OK , I'll take it .
Fine . Please fill out the application form .
I'm fond of history books .
Oh , the history books are dull to me .
The day we choose to get married could never be an unlucky day .
My mom just wants everything to be perfect for us .
I tried to introduce myself to them when they moved in , but they were so arrogant that I didin't want to ever talk to them again !
What did they say ?
They both just talk about how great they are all the time .
They soud like the neighbours from hell !
They are ! Besides being loud and arrogant , they're also terrible gossips . They're always talking about everybody else in the apartment .
I thought you didn't talk to them much .
I don't , but they talk so loudly that I can hear what they're talking about from my bedroom - and it's not very nice .
What do the other people in your apartment think about them ?
Most of my other neighbours are scared of them .
Maybe you should think about moving .
I can't afford to move right now .
Well , perhaps you should have a party and try to get to know them better . Maybe once you get to know them , they'll turn out to be more sensitive .
I think you're being a bit optimistic . If you met them , you'd understand .
Well , I don't know what else you could do then . Do you think bribing them with chocolate would work ?
What would you like ?
What do you recommend ?
What about cocktail ?
I'd like to try something typically Chinese .
I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China .
OK . Let me try it .
Here you are , sir .
Thank you .
What other expenses will we have ?
There won't be many other expenses expect food .
You're got a point there . But do you think he's a little absent-minded ?
I guess so .
They ' re keyboard operators . This is Michael Baker , and this is Jeremy Short .
How do you do ? They aren ' t very busy ! What are their jobs ?
They ' re sales reps . They are very lazy .
Who is this young man ?
This is Jim . He is our office assistant .
Thank you very much .
Thanks , dear .
Qi In is .
Do you know this song ?
Yes , I like it very much .
Let's sing it together , shall we ?
No problem .
For me , I think starting school was more exciting .
Does that mean work isn't that great ?
It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it .
But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun .
That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce .
I hope you're right .
I hope that what they had to say was mostly good !
They only said wonderful things about you . You did a good job of finding me .
Finding the beautiful woman in a red dress next to the fountain wasn't all that hard .
Yes , I guess it was a choice of me or the pigeons !
I was hoping that we could take a walk down the street to my favorite cafe .
Lunch sounds great ! Let's head on out !
Oh yes . Like this , for example . Have you ever eaten jellyfish before ?
No , I haven ' t . I have never eaten jellyfish before .
What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ' s brains ?
No , I have not and I ' m not sure I want to try them now .
No , not at all ! Just lay back and relax .
Thank you for your help .
No problem . Good luck .
Mother Nature is quite an artist .
Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink !
Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere !
Where is our camera ? Let's see if we can catch this on film !
No , I've been here for six months .
Six months . That's a long time .
It's not so long really . What class are you in ? Intermediate or ... ?
Intermediate Three . And what about you ?
I'm in Advanced One . Who's your teacher ?
I can't remember her name , but she's got curly red hair .
Ah ! Does she wear glasses ?
Yes , I think so .
That's probably Anne Wallis .
Yes that's right . Do you know her ? Is she your teacher too ?
No . But she taught me last term . How long have you been here ?
Only a week .
Wow , not long . Where do you live ? With a family ?
Well , I'm staying at the YMCA at the moment . I'm looking for somewhere more permanent . Do you know of any good places ?
Yes . Actually my friend has a spare room in here apartment and she's looking for a flatmate . Would you like her phone number ?
That would be great ! Thanks for your help . Can I buy you coffee ?
It is important to keep your mind up-to-date and active .
On this evening's dessert list , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp .
I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful .
One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ?
We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ?
How about some coffee and tea as well ?
We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas .
I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away .
The hot drinks first would be great . Thanks !
Yes , I want to see it .
How about today at 6 p . m . ?
That time is okay with me .
Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ?
No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work .
If you're interested , you can fill out an application form .
That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ?
No . The only thing I need to see is your driver's license .
What do you mean ?
She would be laughing one moment , and if I said something insensitive , she would start crying . I didn't want to deal with that .
She sounds very emotional .
She was a psycho , man . One time we were suppose to get together . I was waiting for her call , and when she finally called , she was screaming why I wasn't at her place .
Were you suppose to be there ?
I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping . It was a misunderstanding . She was literally screaming on the phone over this .
Ok . You're right . She's a psycho .
I'm just glad it's over .
Well , we offer 5 grades as standard
Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ?
For 6 months we can offer you 0 . 59 % .
That sounds fine to me . Yes , I think 6 months is the way to go .
Yes I see . But you decided to leave them in 2006 , right ?
Yes , that ' s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London .
The London Weekly right ?
Yes , in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future .
Would you like some soup first ?
Very well .
What kind of soup would you like ?
I want egg soup .
Have you decided on anything ?
I'd like to have some meat .
How about stewed-fried steamed pork ?
No , thank you .
Are you interested in today's special ?
What is it ?
Twice cooked spicy pork slices .
OK . Let me try it .
Anything else ?
No , thank you
It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there .
Anyway , I'm still happy I left . I'm working as a freelancer now .
You really should have stayed with us , Dave .
when you buy clothes , you must think about the material , quality and price .
maybe you have a point .
make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions .
all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral !
that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater .
oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert .
exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it .
why not try it on ?
it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ?
yes .
I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home .
The car behind ours suddenly accelerated and hit our Car .
That sucks .
I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies .
Look on the bright side . At least you have a job .
Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it .
Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight .
How about a cold bottle of beer .
Now you're talking .
Exactly what do you mean by bad ?
You failed .
How'd I fail it ?
There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass .
What did I do wrong ?
To sum it all up , you really just don't know how to drive .
Thanks . Will I be able to take a retest ?
Sure you can , in about two and a half weeks .
Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves . So we are free to have whatever foods we love . It is unbelievable .
Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food .
Seriously ?
Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so .
Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet .
Absolutely right . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine .
But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body .
I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days .
Well , there's nothing I can do about my height !
There's a petite section that you an check out .
What's in the petite section ?
It has clothes in small sizes for small women .
Yes , we have a big tree this year . I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday . Do you want to come and see it ?
I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother .
When can you come ?
I don't know when I can come . I'll let you know later .
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Please put down the table in front of you . It's more comfortable that way .
Oh , thank you . So nice you are .
It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ?
I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ?
Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal .
Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste .
OK , enjoy yourself , sir .
Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is .
It is beef . Do you like it ?
That's OK . Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help .
OK .
Sure . Thanks .
but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin ?
of course , that's something really irritation . And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff . I recommend you to consult the price tags in the superb
I don't know what to make .
Tell me what you want to eat .
I've been craving chicken and potatoes .
I'd like that .
Are you going to cook it tonight ?
I'm really not going to cook tonight .
Okay , I guess I'll cook .
Why don't you start cooking then ?
Is this your country of birth or residence .
I just work there .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
I'm here on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay in the United States ?
Almost three weeks .
Sir , you didn't fill out the information on your arrival card of where you will be staying .
Oh , I'm sorry , but there are a couple of different places I will travel to within the United States , so I wasn't sure what to put .
You must specify an address of the place where you will spend most of your time .
Ok , here you are .
Do you have enough means to support yourself while you are here ?
Yes . I have some travellers cheques and two credit cards .
Very good . Do you have anything to declare ?
Nope . I only have my clothes and camera !
Very well sir , welcome to the United States , enjoy your visit .
I am not sure where the bookstore is .
When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ?
Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ?
If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ?
I think maybe I could be there .
I am free at 1
Maybe that would work .
I'll catch you later then . Have a wonderful morning .
I'm sorry to hear that .
It doesn't matter .
What's your plan now ?
After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job .
Best wishes for you .
Thank you .
It's pretty , isn't it ? It's made of pure silk and it's on sale .
OK . I'll take it . Will you gift-wrap this , please ?
Could you take it to that counter , please ?
What do you think I ought to do ?
Get this prescription filled and go straight to bed .
Goodbye , Randy . Take care .
Yes , the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering . But for suits and sweaters , you can only take them to the dry cleaners ' .
Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer .
Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually .
I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash .
Never mind . You can leave them to me .
Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing .
It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know .
I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ?
That will be 80 Yuan altogether . Here is your invoice .
I ' Ve seen it so many times in books , but I never imagined I ' d get to see it in person .
There are tons of other paintings that I think are better .
Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ?
No , how much is it worth ?
About 80 million dollars .
Whoa .
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
I'm not going in the wrong direction , am I ?
No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please .
May I take a bus to get there ?
You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there .
OK . Thank you a lot .
I'll be there in April Friday through Monday , the 14th through the 17th .
We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ?
Possibly . What's the actual price ?
The price will be $ 308 a night .
$ 308 ! That's not bad .
Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , definitely !
Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ?
Yes , that'll be just fine .
One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number .
It's 626-555-1739 .
Let me repeat that 626-555-1739 . Okay , sir , we look forward to seeing you in April !
Where are the chairs ?
They are behind the door .
You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now .
How can we do that ?
You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ?
No .
Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds .
That sounds great . Thanks .
Ok but how will we know if you are going to be late ?
I ' ll call you if I ' m delayed .
Oh , come on . That's no reason to do something you're not interested in .
Well ... What are you interested in ?
How about the Classical Music Club ?
Joanna , give me a break .
Hey-how about the Cinema Club ?
Sounds OK to me . I like movies . Hey , Joanna , look - there are a lot of decent-looking guys here . And the club jackets - they're really hot ! I think we made the right choice !
Yes , we have the free samples for customers . And you can have a try .
Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample .
Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample .
OK .
Well , we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow , so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week . Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday . How does that so
That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons .
The pleasure ' s all mine , Rebecca .
I hope to hear from you very soon .
Absolutely . Thanks for coming Rebecca . Goodbye .
OK , Sir . Almost there , I just need your PIN number . When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number . It's a very simple procedure .
OK , it's 672910 .
I can't help myself ; it's just so disgusting in here !
Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ?
Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor .
You're such a neat freak ! I'm outta here !
What did you see ?
This guy tried to rob the bank .
I can't believe it .
I was really scared when he pulled the gun out .
What happened next ?
He tried to leave with the money .
Did he get caught ?
They caught him before he could walk through the front door .
First , change your shoes to slippers . Then walk up to the changing room to get prepared for a shower .
OK . How about after the shower ?
After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin .
That sounds comfortable .
Yes , then enter the bathroom , There is a stove tired with wood in the room , and on the top of the stove , there is a pile of stones , which keep the heat . Throw some water on the stones , and dry steam is given off .
Later this month . I can't wait !
I really envy you . You know I'm not taking my vacation until December .
Great ! Could you tell me your educational background ?
Yes . I got a bachelor's degree in English from Beijing University .
Why are you willing to work for our company ?
I can get more promotion in your company .
OK , that's all . We'll inform you in two days .
Thank you .
OK . I will follow your advice .
Do you get along with your parents now ?
Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature .
What ' s your current occupation ?
I ' m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books
Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ?
No , I didn ' t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge .
How did you start writing ?
I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky .
Are you writing a book now ?
Yes , it ' s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have
Sounds interesting .
I understand . I live in the Oakfield area and paid $ 100,000 for my home .
Let me just check that on my computer . Oakfield is a low risk area , so your premiums will probably be around $ 100 a month . The other thing to take into account is deductibles .
In this pamphlet it says that the minimum amount for deductibles is $ 2000 . what does that mean exactly ?
It means That the first $ 2000 of any claim you make must be paid by you . The insurance policy covers any amount above that , up to the agreed limit .
Oh , I see . That ' s fine . What is the advantage of having higher deductibles ?
If you have higher deductibles , your premium are lower , because you will pay more of the claim and we will pay less .
It seems that I should do some calculations before deciding . I presume that the insurance period can be for as long as we agree .
We initially sign one-year policies with our policyholders . These are renewable after the first year .
If I have a claim , how long does it take to make a settlement ? I ' Ve heard that with some insurance companies , it can take months .
That is of great concern to out clients . We aim to satisfy all claims within a month , but we can ' t guarantee that
My children would like that ; they like dancing very much .
That's good !
Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ?
Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin .
Really ?
He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself .
He performs very well . He is so funny !
OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family !
OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ?
Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour .
OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot !
You are welcome ! We are neighbors !
Not this Taiwanese girl . We don't like to get suntans .
That's smart these days with all the news on skin cancer . Hey , there's everybody ! We made it !
Then , I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment , please . Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you .
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
No way . Alisan Darling just got hitched in Vagas .
No kidding ! What happened to Ad ?
Darling found out he was having a fling , and one new girl found out about Darling she dumped him too .
Was , talk about a double whammy .
Ya . And now I can break this to you . Fanny is moving .
Oh , right . What a load off my mind . I really don ' t like her .
Well I have to go , Rock Sam . You take it easy , OK .
Thanks for the visit , Betty .
You can use your Deposit Book or your Credit Card . And of course , you can use our e-banking .
Good . I ' m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest .
OK . I can afford to take a few days off work .
Have you been working hard recently ?
Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
Good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ?
I have a bad headache , but ...
Don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ' d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription .
Thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
OK , Where can I find one ?
Well , you can check the local paper or search ' flea market ' online .
My roommate's having a party .
Weren ' t you frightened ?
Sure . But I still liked it .
Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ?
No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ' d like to buy a bicycle .
But why ? Since you like it so much .
Because bicycles are safer .
Can we talk about it now ?
I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look .
When can I come and see you ?
You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you .
Now I know that something bad is up !
Just relax . We will talk about it this afternoon .
Counterfeit notes these days can be very sophisticated and difficult to spot with the naked eye . But I must warn you that if it does show to be a counterfeit I have no option but to confiscate it .
I understand . To be honest , I'll be glad to get rid of it if it is a fake .
The machine shows it to be counterfeit . You'll need to fill in this form and I'll give you a receipt to show the money has been confiscated .
Excuse me , what does that mean ?
Well , there are several kinds of steaks . For example , you can have your steaks medium-rare , medium-well or well-done .
Thanks for your explanation , I would like it well-done .
Very good ! It pumps blood throughout the body , using the circulatory system such as blood vessels and veins . Now let's not forget that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart and body to keep us alive ! Now what about the organs that help us digest food ?
The stomach and intestines !
Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ?
Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder !
Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed .
So what do these organs do , teacher ?
Well , mumm , they ... Time for a break ! We can talk about it when you get back .
Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it .
You deserve credit , too . I've learned so much from You .
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Did you hear the names he was calling me ?
I heard . But did you have to tear out his nose ring ?
What made you make a decision to leave ?
The stock exchange where I worked was too small My further promotion was impossible . I am able of more responsibilities , so I decided to leave .
Could I get a student pass , please ?
Sure , can I see your student ID ?
Sure , here it is .
Very good .
How much for the pass ?
It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 .
Okay , I'll take it .
Thank you for your purchase .
You are welcome .
Do you guarantee its quality ?
Sure . This is the warranty . The cut , color , clarity , weight and the manufacturer of the diamond are all indicated in this document .
And don't ever forget it .
Where would you like to transfer money from ?
Take it from my savings account .
Where would you like the money transferred ?
I want it transferred into my checking account .
How much would you like to transfer ?
I would like to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all today ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
It's not worth it . Besides , I have to save up to pay for some bills .
Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck .
Yeah . Well , I'll see you this weekend .
$ 50 .
On the meter ?
Ye , of course .
OK . let ' s go .
Is this one suitable for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned to my fiancee .
What about this ?
It seems too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Then you can buy this one . It's very nice and latest in style .
Oh , this one is perfect .
Really ? What ' s the catch ?
There ' s no catch ! You just choose a plan , sign a three-year contract and , that ' s it ! Actually , we ' re running a special promotion right now , and we ' re giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan .
So what does this plan include ?
Well , you get nine hundred anytime minutes , and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients , one thousand text messages per month , and unlimited evening and weekend minutes . Oh , and we also offer a rollover option .
Wow , all this for forty dollars per month ?
That ' s right , plus the activation fee , the emergency services fee , the monthly service fee , oh , and any charges for extra minutes , and ...
How old is he today ?
It's his 50th birthday .
Well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
Sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
Well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
Sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
Sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
Sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
Yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
Say hello to your friends for me .
Likewise . See you later .
Bye !
Well , I think the waist is a little tight and the sleeves are too long .
Really ? Let me see .
We'll also discuss the personnel plan for the second half of the year .
That's all ?
Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them .
OK .
Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle .
How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ?
There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ?
It's really only a small load .
Do you mind washing my clothes ?
Not at all . It's no problem .
Thank you so much .
It's no trouble at all .
Basically . But I have no idea what to get ! She's American and kind of ...
Well-endowed ? Don't worry . I have some bras with bigger cup sizes in the back .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation ?
No , I didn ' t . I started working at a university in London but as time went by , I found I did not really like my job . I decided to explore other fields . Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge .
Do you like your current job ?
Yes , I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities . I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company .
Wow , like how do they train the dogs ?
How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school .
Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ?
Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training .
Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ?
Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile .
Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ?
I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what .
Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ?
Well , I guess if you are Sigrid and Roy you can keep a tiger or lion . I guess all types of things don't they .
But I don't know what else I can do . I am willing to work hard . Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy .
Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from .
Tell that to my boss .
Do you know Abraham Lincoln ?
Yes .
He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States .
He was also assassinated because of his views .
He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit .
Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion .
That's the spirit . Never give up on your dream .
Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the questionnaire and it lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ' s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
Yes .
Have you got small change ? They require exact fare .
Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ?
One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box .
I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ?
It runs every ten minutes . Oh , here comes the bus .
What if I buy around ticket ? Can you offer me some more ?
Sure . you can get a further discount at 5 % .
Did you register yet ?
Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss .
What classes do you think are still open ?
Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology .
That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester .
I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full .
He does that ?
I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class .
That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help .
No problem , man .
I see you sometimes work on weekends , too .
Yes , I really don't like it .
That's right .
I think it suits you well .
I agree , but I like wire frames .
How about this ? They're the same shape .
This is the kitchen . Every - thing's new .
It's great !
Shall I write out again first ?
No , there ' s no need .
Can I print it ?
No , don ' t bother . It ' s all right as it is .
Yes , that would be lovely .
Have you been here before ?
No , it's the first time I've been here .
I will take you to Li River after walking around here .
That's wonderful ! I have heard the scene of Li River is beautiful !
Yes , you'll be in a different world there .
I hope you'll do better in the final .
I must , if I want to pass the course .
Sorry . There are only some seats in the back .
Well , what time does it begin ?
It begins at 7 p . m ..
OK . I see .
How many tickets do you want ?
Just two .
OK . Fifty yuan for each .
Here is the money .
Where is the parking structure at ?
It's on the west side of the campus .
Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ?
It was empty last time I went up there .
How long ago was that ?
I went up there early this morning .
Do you think it'll be full now ?
It might be . You'll have to go see for yourself .
14 hours .
Thank you .
Like what ?
There are some stains that were left in the carpet .
Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in .
Oh , is that right ?
Yes . Now what other problems do you have ?
That was the only problem that I saw .
Well , I ' m glad that everything else is to your liking .
I honestly love it .
Hey , thanks , mum .
Oh , that would be very useful .
thank you , I'll wait here .
Here it is . It ' s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment .
Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ?
We make deliveries only for bulk buying .
Is it free of charge ?
No , but the charge is rather low .
Ok , thank you .
Me , too . I miss you . Are you any better ?
Yes . But if I have any more soup , I think I'll die .
Ok , Ok . Toast and egg .
Milk ?
No .
What time does it leave ?
It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 .
That is good .
You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ?
That's right .
Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C .
Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ?
Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three .
Fine , thank you very much .
One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ?
Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern .
All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight .
Thanks .
Oh , now I see what you mean . When you ' re reading , you are just looking , but when you are writing , you are actually doing something !
A reading knowledge of a language is larger and different from a writing knowledge . Don ' t you think so ?
I think I see what you mean . I can read Shakespeare but I definitely can ' t write it .
Exactly .
So I have another question for you . What do you think is harder , speaking or understanding ?
They ' re both harder than reading or writing .
In what way ?
Because they are direct communication with another person , and there ' s a time limit . This time limit is the most serious problem for foreigners , even for those who know lots of English .
You are making me feel really discouraged .
I ' m not trying to discourage you . I ' m trying to help you . You have to live with these difficulties . Isn ' t it better to know about them ? The more you know about what you have to face , the better you ' ll do . I promise !
It ' s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Thanks . How would you like them ?
It doesn't matter .
Why is that ?
My candidate is probably the most intelligent .
Is that right ?
I also agree with all his policies .
That ' s great !
I know he ' s going to be the next President .
Hopefully , he will be .
I can ' t wait to vote .
I think you deserved this .
Thank you again . I'll keep doing my best .
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
Tomorrow morning . Try it .
No problem .
Are you going to this class this morning ?
Of course , easy . No sweat .
You're no able to move after this class .
Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake .
You want to bet ?
Yeah , what't the bet ?
I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing .
Good idea .
Well , I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards ! Can you believe that ?
You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive !
Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster !
Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true , don't you think ?
I agree . But even though I like comedies , I usually prefer more serious films . My favorite movie is " Titanic . "
Oh , Candida Fawcett .
Oh , yes . Arm , well , what exactly is it that interests you about the job ?
Well , I just thought that it was right up my street you know .
Really , mmmm . Arm , well , could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself ?
Yes , arm , I'm 23 . I've been working abroad , I'm um ...
Where exactly have you been working , please ?
And this is the schedule for Mrs . Watson . Eileen from our department will take care of her .
Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ?
All right . I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning .
classical music is supposed to be good for you brain . Research suggest that it makes your brain more active . Students who listen to classical music while studying perform better .
really ? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often . I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress .
yes . That ' s why I listen to it in the evenings . I usually play it as background music while I ' m cooking or doing other housework .
I ' Ve got a few classical music CD ' s . I should follow your lead and increase my brain power .
you can find plenty of recording on the internet too . You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them .
that ' s a good idea . You should do the same with some music . You might find something you like . Classical music might make you clever , but dance might make you livelier and happier .
that ' s true . There ' s clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people . Music can influence a person ' s feeling and character .
Oh , yes that would be nice .
And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef .
Actually , I ' m vegetarian so I ' d like to have the bean curd .
Oh , that ' s a good choice . Very healthy too .
I know what you mean . I just want to make myself more attractive .
You are fine the way you are . Besides , plastic surgery hurts .
Really ?
Sure it is . So you'd better get rid of this idea .
What am I going to do ?
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
That ' s a good idea . You have plenty of experience in marketing , don ' t you ?
Yes .
By the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
Really ? What is it ?
It is a job at an advertisement company .
Do you think they'd hire me ?
Anyway , it is worth trying .
Your room will be ready in half an hour .
Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower .
Of course , sir . Have a good day .
Okay , then . What kind of newspaper he wants you to sell ?
It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday .
Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers .
That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences .
And a good way to get some pocket money .
Let's do it together .
I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card .
For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ?
Yes , but I don't want my Mom to tap my phone when I call Clive .
Ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ?
Then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
Ok . Where do I go then ?
You ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
God it . Thans very much .
Can you do the vault ?
I do back flips at the pool all the time .
what happen to all the leftover food ?
it usually goes to the dump .
that seems like an awful waste ! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal ?
ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China . You know , in the past , people could not afford to eat out like they can today .
I guess that makes sense . I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home .
well , if you want , you can take the leftovers home .
no , that's OK . You know what they say when in Rome ...
I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet . I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them .
many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet , but my parents grew up eating them , so I think they are OK .
did you like them ? You could take the last one home with you .
that's OK . I'll try anything once , but sometimes , once is enough !
The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon . That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony .
Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people .
All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style .
What's the difference between these two styles ?
The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts .
Get me some of each .
OK , here you are .
what else did you see ?
art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say .
you must have had a great time .
yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening .
yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you .
on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems .
that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful .
you'll have to try for yourself some day .
Could I have a look at it , please ?
Sorry , but I'm on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
You must be joking . You can't fall in love with someone you've never met !
I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online .
I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious .
Well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him .
Did you tell him ?
Yes . He said I'm his dream girl .
You shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie .
I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice .
I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends , and then the right person will come along .
In my country , many people enjoy golf , but it is too expensive for some people . A few people like extreme sports , but I think the vast majority of people are afraid to try them .
Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf .
I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played .
A great deal of people follow rugby in my country .
There are plenty of rugby fans in my country too .
It's nice . So this is the bathroom . And that must be the bedroom .
Yes . And there's a walk-in closet .
Is there air conditioning ?
Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room .
What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ?
It's 600 yuan per month . The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease .
I like the apartment , Mr . Sellers . You can show me the lease .
Do you have any other questions ?
Well , what kind of salary do you provide ?
Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company .
I see .
Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job .
Sounds fine .
OK . Hurry up .
For example ?
For instance , some products that do very well in Tokyo branch are a flop in Malaysia . We ' re talking about different people with different lifestyles and different needs . Each of the branches takes these types of things into consideration when they compile their reports and their marketing plans .
Really ?
Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ?
OK , it's no problem .
( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken .
OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest .
Ha , I know you are great secretary .
Thanks your flatter .
Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ' s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
What is the purpose for your visit ?
For sightseeing .
Where are you going to stay ?
At the Hilton hotel .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
It only has 4 beds and 4 writing desks , but it is spacious and bright .
Do you get along with your roommates ?
Of course . They are very friendly .
Which floor are you on ?
We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony .
Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout .
Yes , that's a good idea .
Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room .
Let's give them a hand .
Maybe that's what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
But if the tea is good and well prepared , it will do much good .
What good is it for ?
Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired .
That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long .
Why is it so ?
Because if you drink a kind of tea which has been prepared for some time before , it will do you harm .
Very well sir . Would you like to have some shirts made also ?
Sure . I ' ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties .
Very good . Now , if you will accompany me , we can take your measurements and choose the patterns for your suit and shirts .
Of course , please .
Can you give me a better deal ?
Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price .
Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it .
Well , two hundred yuan .
No , this is my final offer .
OK , I'll wrap it for you .
What time did you say the train is leaving ?
12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus .
Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ?
Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time .
( still on the bus . ) What time is it ?
It is a quarter to twelve .
Oh dear , we will miss our train .
Well , first I need to buy some things , such as fertilizer , seeds and tools .
What type of tools ?
You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe .
Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ' s next ?
I ' ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ' ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done !
Well , good luck with your garden , especially considering we are in the dry season and it won ' t rain for the next three months !
would you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in ?
sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first .
ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ?
it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ?
it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes .
can you also take still photos with this ?
yes , that is an option .
how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ?
yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark .
that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ?
It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera .
how does that compare with other models ?
there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one .
I guess you can't have everything , can you ?
Certainly , sir . What kind of flowers would you like ?
A basket of lilies .
You need fruit and lilies . Am I right ?
Right . Here is five hundred yuan in advance . Is it enough ?
I think it's quite enough . I'II have them bought for you as soon as possible .
Great ! Thank you very much .
With the greatest pleasure . Where is the concert this evening ?
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Have you treated any real emergencies ?
Well , they took us along with some paramedics . There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense !
I can imagine ! I tend to faint when I see blood , so I think I won ' t be taking up a course like that anytime soon !
I don ' t see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You are 25 , stop being ridiculous . Besides , I think that people who get Boto , have facelifts , or tummy tucks look weird . It doesn ' t look natural .
Whatever , I think I ' m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ' t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing .
I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive .
You don ' t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts !
Really ?
Yeah ! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week !
I ' m sure he would . We usually have to drag him home .
Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ?
She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ' s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse .
Have you ever thought about having another pet ?
The kids want a rabbit . I don ' t think it would be a good idea to get a mouse or a fish ! That might be too tempting for our cat !
I wanted to go out somewhere , not stay here . Do you know of another good restaurant ?
You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz .
I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ?
At once , sir . You'll love this place , I assure you .
Is it a long run to the station ?
It ' ll take about 20 minutes .
The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ?
Yes , they are .
Is it the rush hour now ?
Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ?
No , I ' m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ?
Yes , sir .
Like what ?
Well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
What else can we do to protect the environment ?
If you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
How about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
Yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
What do you think the biggest worry for our future is ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before !
To be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
You are not going to give it up , are you ?
No way . I ' ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ' t like the idea of paying three months ' rent on an empty apartment , either .
I don ' t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it .
Yes , but whom to ?
Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August .
That ' s exactly when I ' ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees .
Tell you what , I ' ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ' ll mention it to him then .
Well , thanks , Bill . Let me know what happens . That extra money will really come in handy .
The only thing is that they have to be washed on the gentle cycle .
Are there a lot of clothes ?
There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ?
It's a medium load .
You don't mind , do you ?
No big deal . I'll do it for you .
Okay , thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
OK , thank you . By the way , what can I do if I want to put off my flight ?
Your tickets are valid for one year . If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines .
OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ?
In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge .
That's reasonable . OK , thank you very much .
Where did you begin your journey ?
At Huangshan .
OK . Here you are .
And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ?
We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning .
Thanks .
What ' s wrong with the check ?
I accidentally wrote the check for too much .
How much did you write the check for ?
The check was written for $ 150 .
How much were you supposed to write it for ?
I needed to write it for $ 100 .
I can cancel it for you right now .
Thank you so much .
I am pretty sure that I am in trouble .
I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ?
I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis .
Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ?
I'll try ; it's hard !
Thanks for stopping by !
Then my son drove into a tree
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
It starts at 8
Well , who all is going to be there ?
Everyone from school .
How do you know it's going to be so fun ?
This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks .
Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun .
So am I going to see you at the party ?
Yeah , I will be there .
He is on the line .
Red is very popular .
Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ?
Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ?
Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen .
Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens .
I quite like this one . How much is it ?
It's $ 180 .
Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ?
These are our cheapest coats , madam .
Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 .
Here's your change .
Thank you .
I'm afraid I haven't got a larger dress . This is the largest dress in the shop .
My last appointment is at 3 , so I should be free by 5 at the very latest . I think I could get to the airport by 6 .
Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ?
No , not really .
So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ?
No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour .
Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly .
You are a pessimist .
I am a realist .
It is real word .
Thank you very much .
Mmm , I like it . How much is it ?
Seventy US dollars .
Here is the money . Could you deliver this to my house ?
Of course . We are always at your service .
Here is my name card . Thanks .
You are welcome .
One Yuan .
Here's fifteen Yuan .
And here's your change . Please check if it is correct .
OK , that's right .
Welcome to come again .
OK .
That ' s a little troublesome .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take No . 105 which will let you right off in front of the zoo gate .
Maybe that ' s what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
What are you talking about ? I have salads some times .
Yeah right ! I ' m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ' s really not healthy !
Fine ! I ' ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ?
It ' s a start , but I ' ll be happy when I see you stick to your promise !
Is it official ?
It was not in the past . But from 2008 , we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival .
Yes , but there's a rush on at the moment , and my boss asked me to do some urgent letters .
But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry .
Well , you're here . And that's the main thing .
On second thought , you'd better make that second call at 7 thirty instead of 7 fifteen .
Said , and done . Will there be anything else ?
No , that gets it for now , thank you .
Well , give us a call if there's anything more we can help you with .
That ' s too bad . How are things now ?
His life is hanging by a thread , and he is under an emergency treatment .
$ 900 a month ? We don ' t often have apartment as inexpensive as that . We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today , on Eleventh Avenue . It ' s near the municipal buildings .
Is it furnished ?
No , it ' s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ' s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ' t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ...
No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison .
Ok , we would do as your requirement . And we ' ll contact with you later !
Well , I sort of suggested that we would go out on the town . Do you have another suggestion ?
Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz .
Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ?
Right away , sir . She will be impressed with your local knowledge .
Cash , please .
Over there are Stacy and Rebecca . We're all on the school's tennis team .
Who's that guy who's handing out beer to everyone ?
That's my boyfriend Matt . Isn't he cute ?
He sure is !
Come on . I'll introduce you two .
Not for now , I think , But I believe there'll be rain , so take your raincoat with you .
We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms .
Are you interested in being in a particular school district ?
Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District .
Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ?
I would love to have a home with a view .
Fine , I will begin a search for the perfect home for you . I will call you in a few days .
The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on .
Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave .
Thank you , Mr . Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr . Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients .
Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed .
I will . Many thanks , Mr . Black .
I couldn ' t even if I wanted to . My parents told me that if I went home , then ' d have to find my own place .
You mean they ' re kicking you out ?
Not really , they just don ' t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out .
Well , it ' s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ' s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so .
My parents just didn ' t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ' s important that I should learn how to live on my own .
I know I need to learn that myself , but I just don ' t have the money for it at the moment . Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place .
I am getting ready to take my GRE .
Have you been able to sleep regular hours ?
It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache .
Has anything hit you in the head lately ?
I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago .
Let ' s have you come back in a few days and see how you feel .
You know what you can do ?
Throw it away and buy a new one .
No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day .
So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ?
Yes , that's what I am doing .
Why bother ? Just buy a new watch . It doesn't cost much . Besides , I just can ' t put up with this thing any more .
Is that right ?
Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here .
So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon .
Yeah . I'm going to my locker to get my jacket . Catch you later .
It sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
Yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
Have you been drinking plenty of water ?
No , just soda .
Ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
That seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
Is anyone else sick in your home ?
No , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The nurse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us by this afternoon .
Thanks .
This city is really comfortable to live in .
It sure is .
No other city can match it . It's heaven .
Well , if you live in other cities as long as enough , you will love them just as much .
Maybe .
That's for sure .
No wonder people say , Even the immortals would rather be Guiliners .
... Quick ! Pass me your binoculars . Look at that bird ... I've never seen one of those before . It's indigenous to Guiling , and an endangered species too . This is lucky .
I didn't know you liked bird watching .
I don't really . I just like wildlife , and you don't get to see too much of it in the city . This place is full of it .
Thanks a lot . Bye .
Then my son drove into a tree .
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
No , but what time do you expect him back ?
He should be back in about forty minutes .
( The attendants fill the tank , clean the windscreen , and add some air to the tires . ) All right , sir , that'll be $ 26 . 50 .
I'll charge it . Here's my card .
And your toast , light or dark ?
Dark , please .
Now or later ?
Later will do .
Will there be anything else ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow .
That's right .
Just a moment , please .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
I can understand . By the way , is there anyway I can help ?
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
What connections ?
There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet .
Will the cords keep it from turning on ?
It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected .
I didn't think of that .
Try it and see if it works .
I think that I will , thanks .
It should work , but let me know if it doesn't .
Well , What kind of movies do you like ?
Er , let me see . Romance , comedy , documentary , action , science fiction , cartoon and so on .
In a word , you like all the movies except for the horror movies .
Yeah , It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also like romance and comedy movies very much .
The Terminal is a movie of this type .
So we can relax now .
Yeah , I could hardly wait to see it .
Have you checked the computer ?
I have already .
What did it say ?
It says the book is on the shelf , but I didn ' t find it there .
I can always borrow the book from another library .
You can do that ?
I ' ll make the call and contact you when it gets in .
That ' s fantastic . Thank you .
I ' m moving to a new home .
O . K . May I have your name please ?
John Smith .
Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ' s your telephone number ?
555-7658
Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ?
623 West Side Drive . New York , New York .
Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day .
Thank you , you too .
Well , will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour ?
Of course , we will , sir .
I'm not sure . Let me give a call to find out .
Of course .
Look at the snow , it's so beautiful .
Yes . It's really snowing .
I love winter , I love snow .
But don't you think it's a little too cold ?
But I like cold more than hot .
You are so interesting .
If I take a short job and then get laid off , will I be starting over trying to get unemployment ?
Just because you work for a week doesn ' t mean that you will be losing your benefits .
Not bad I guess . I just got back from Hawaii .
How was it ?
I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up .
Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour .
Ok , I won't keep you then .
Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye !
Yes , stay in touch . Bye !
Give me your email , would you ?
Sure ! It's txyb@gmail . com .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
And do you know which room the noise is coming from ?
I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs .
Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable .
OK , thanks . I really appreciate it .
But ... But ...
But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue .
Maybe you are right .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidence ?
No , we got no receipt , but we paid on the spot .
How do you think if I volunteer for some work ?
I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives .
come on , baby . It ' s time now .
Mam , another minute , could I ?
Hurry up , little boy .
Very good . Sit down , please . Susan , what's the general idea of the text ?
Can I answer it in Chinese ?
No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English .
Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ...
Excellent . Class is over . Let's have a break .
Who will sing in the show ?
A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ...
Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs !
Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself .
Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile .
She is a real star . Not a onetime thing .
But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing !
Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things .
You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her .
Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ?
Here is the programme . Check it out yourself !
OK .
How about this wallet ? It's made of fine leather .
My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual .
This gift is the best for a man who has everything .
Oh , a nice handkerchief . That's a great idea . I'll take it .
Failure just isn't an option for her . I'm glad she's on our team .
And not expensive either .
Oh , I don ' t care about that .
Everybody is buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they ' re very fashionable , you see .
I ' m afraid I ' m not interested in fashion .
I see .
But thank you very much all the same .
Sorry , I couldn ' t help you .
Yes . I enjoy my stay here .
You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 .
Here is the money .
Certainly .
Do you have a seat available on the same flight the day after tomorrow ?
Yes . You are reconfirmed on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . on January 15th .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Um -- I was just thinking aloud .
You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes .
Come off it , Mary .
Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes !
You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ?
Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him .
I guess I asked the wrong person .
Then again , I think 7 fifteen is too early . Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty , please .
So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty . Do you have any other requests ?
Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring .
Okay , sir . Sleep well .
Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ?
Yes , certainly . Would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you do me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure . I'll be back in a minute .
No , fireworks are awesome !
Whoa , don ' t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ?
I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ' s all .
Ahahah ... really ?
Oh , and I can ' t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ?
Hey , I offered last year ...
Well , I ... anyways , I was just thinking of the red envelopes . I wanna make a list of all the things I ' m gonna buy with my red envelope money ! I can ' t wait ! I ' m gonna have so much money ! Mom , can I get a pen and a piece of paper ? I want a new transformer , no , two transformers ... the Optimums Prime , and ... maybe the wheeljack ? I ' ll get a PSP game , ahahah , and I ' ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald ' s ...
Here's my VISA .
Thank you .
May I turn on the TV then ?
Turn on the TV , for what ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ?
I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate it .
I disagree , a big town is more lively .
But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill !
Well , alright , I agree with you about that , but I still prefer a big town .
Wow ! Anything else ?
This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen .
What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ?
Just plug in a peripheral CD or floppy drive and you're ready to go !
Ok ! Thanks for calling .
Bye !
Bye !
This will fix all of that for you . If you use our online payment service , the money will come straight out of your account and go directly into the seller's account , in a secure way .
A very nice curve ball by the pitcher . The catcher gives him the sign , he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive !
The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ' s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ' s safe !
Great play !
We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ' s the pitch , he hits it ! It ' s going , going , that ball is gone !
Home run by Okapi ! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium !
Sorry isn ' t good enough ! What can you do to help me ?
I understand why you ' re angry , Mrs . Wilson , and believe me , we are doing everything in our power to work this out .
Well , obviously , what you ' re doing is not good enough !
If you could just give us a few more days , we should be able to get this straightened out .
What ' s good today ?
I recommend crisp beef and fried duck .
We don ' t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips .
Do you want any dissert ?
no dissert , thanks , just coffee . can I have the check please ?
I don ' t slurp my coffee . And plus , how can you hear it when you ' re shouting into your phone all the time ?
You ' Ve got to be kidding me ! You ' re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ?
Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ' s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ' s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ' m willing to forgive and forget and if you are .
Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down .
Yeah , I ' ll try to do the same . So , I was wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday night ?
Have you ever worked ?
No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ?
I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers .
I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ?
We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night . We sing or tell stories .
That sounds wonderful .
It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ?
I think he's going to the mountains with his parents .
Well , so long , Mary . Have fun .
You too , Peter . Give my regards to John . I'll see you in September .
No , not yet . But Susan says they ' d like to get married in November or December . Then they ' ll go to Hawaii for their honeymoon .
What ? In your cubicle ?
Right here . Me and my PC . Home sweet home .
The coffee , books , music and sunshine are just beautiful there .
How nice .
I may take you there some day .
Good .
You're too modest . Pass me the catalogue ! I'd like to see which song to choose . Wow , this place has a large selection of songs . I dont know which to choose !
Pick the one that you always sing in the shower .
Funny . Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers .
Read me the index number !
1021 . It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along !
No . I need a rest !
That's good . You can put one in this room and put the other one in that room .
Yeah , it is a good idea . You can stay in my house for the night if you would like to .
Yeah . By the way , can I take a shower ?
Sure , but I don't have hot water , yet .
Really ?
No , they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on . My phone should be working then , too .
Well , do you want to go outside for dinner ?
Yeah , I can't cook anything until tomorrow , anyway . Let's go to the restaurant nearby . It's my treat .
OK . Let's go .
Do you want to climb the mountain with us ?
Does it have enough lodging ?
No problem . The temple is quite large .
There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees .
I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ?
Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' .
Anything else I should bring ?
If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you .
Needless to say .
I'll charge it .
Sign here , please .
There you go .
Good-bye , and thank you for shopping here .
I have a small family . They are my parents , my younger brother and me .
I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ?
yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children .
interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ?
the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da
do you get along well with each other ?
yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot .
you are very lucky to have such a nice family .
thank you .
sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ?
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ?
he didn't say , but he said he would call me .
maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much !
oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ?
come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry .
thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging .
that's what friends are for .
Www , I don ' t know how you can eat your eggs like that ! Ever since I was small , I ' Ve had eggs and soldiers .
You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy !
You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ?
You ' re so picky sometimes .
Here you go , honey , fried eggs .
I said sunny side up ! How many times do I have to tell you .
I can offer you 5 , 000 yuan per month . Raises are given after three months ' probation period according to your performance . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it .
Any question about the work ?
To whom should I report ?
The general manager of your section .
What are the benefits ?
We'll offer that on holidays .
I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ?
Yes , we have inspection abroad .
Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent .
Okay .
Such as ?
They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode .
They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand .
Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital .
What does this mean ?
This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer .
I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing .
Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects .
What special effects ?
Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves .
That's great !
With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners .
So everybody's getting video mail .
Surely , I'll have one made for you . You want a print ?
No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector .
I'd like to see that myself .
Have a wallet size print made for me , too .
Certainly .
Really ? I didn't know . Let me check . You're right .
So I couldn't get through .
It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ?
Well , the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service .
Actually , I'm really swamped right now and I'll be going into a meeting in a few minutes . Is there any literature you can send me ?
Oh , sure , I understand . I'd be happy to send you a promotional packet about the programs that I think might best suit a company of your size . Would it be okay if I called again to see if you have any questions ?
Let's do this . Since I'm not sure when I'll get a chance to read the material , why don't I give you a call if I have any questions . Now , I'm really sorry , but I have to get going to this meeting .
No problem at all . I won't keep you any longer . I'll put a package to you in the mail and we'll go from there .
Sounds good .
Thanks for your time .
No problem . Bye , bye .
Is there anything I can do ?
No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time .
I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ?
Yeah . She died in her sleep .
I'm sorry she's gone .
At least she didn't suffer .
I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together .
I know . But I miss her .
When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said .
Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks .
It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat .
You're right ... I should eat something . Let's go .
This room has two double beds . It's number 56 at the rear of the motel . It's quite a comfortable room .
How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning .
It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ?
No , it's just the two of us .
Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ?
Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips .
Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room . Check - out time is noon .
Thank you very much .
Thank you , sir . Enjoy your stay with us .
No wonder it's so expensive .
Look at that cylindrical office building . I ' Ve never been seen one that shape before .
Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape .
Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ?
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
That sounds good . Last year I paid $ 30 .
Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today .
Give me a dozen .
Very good . Would you like anything else ?
No , I'll just give her the roses and a card .
She should be very pleased with these roses .
Wow . That is a very big family . Do you all live together ?
Of course we do ! My father's parents , Mum , Dad , three unmarried aunts , two uncles , my two brothers , my three sisters and me .
But you don't live at home anymore .
Right , but that's where my heart is . But you're right , now there are only 14 living at home .
My goodness ! Your family must live in a huge house .
Yes . My family lives in rural Korea , near Pusan . We have a huge house . The first floor of the house is a part-time private school . In the afternoon , students come for special tutoring in biology , Englis
Wow ! you grew up in a school ! No wonder your English is excellent !
My aunts and uncles are all teachers .
You are so lucky !
I guess so . While growing up , I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year .
That's what i did in America . I was reading all the time . I was never a big TV watcher . TV wastes time .
I agree . Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English . All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English .
800 books ? I'm impressed !
My aunts studied in the American universities . They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English . That ' s what they learn here in America .
They're three hundred dollars .
Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ?
OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here .
OK , I'll take it . Here's the money .
Thank you very much .
Ok , could you tell me your room number and your name ?
Tim , in Room 1021 .
And when would you want us call you this time ?
At six thirty AM tomorrow .
Ok , six thirty AM . We will call you exactly on that time .
Hey , that's enough about my hair .
I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too .
I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute .
Did I mention she's good at cutting hair too ?
What's the matter ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
All right , and what about the older gentle ?
He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified .
Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job .
Why don't you go over the resumes again ? They might help you decide who to hire .
Oh , you look quite slender and more vivacious . What have you been taking ? Are you on a diet ?
Yes . I ' m on a diet , but I ' Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ' Ve lost twelve pounds .
Wow ! That ' s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ' s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break .
What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ' m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday .
Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ' s not hard . I can do that .
Sure . Join my class next week .
What type of information will I have to provide to the Employment Development Office ?
You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when .
Will they need anything else from me ?
You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance .
What should I do after I turn in the application ?
You need to be interviewed over the phone . They will set up a time for you .
Sorry , not before 10 thirty .
Then one to New York at 10 thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
$ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
The total is 87 dollars . Here is the bill .
Really ? You worked here for just half an hour . I consider the price very high .
Certainly .
And may I take Friday off ?
Go ahead . It ' s OK with me .
One more thing . Would you give me a ten-dollar raise ?
No .
Yes , I guess basic speaking in the English is easier .
Maybe that ' s why your English is much better than my Chinese .
Yes . We just renovated a few month ago .
I like it .
Here ' s the master bedroom .
Wow , it ' s nice . What did you say about the rent ?
$ 900 a month .
Does that include utilities ?
Yes . It includes electricity , water , gas and cable , but the telephone is extra .
When will it be available ?
The end of this month .
I like it a lot but I need to talk with my wife . Can you hold it for me for two days ?
Sure .
Thank you very much . I will let you know as soon as possible .
Just a minute you two . I don't think you're telling me the truth . This isn't poorhouse , is it ?
No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while .
Is he at home ?
I'm afraid not . He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment .
Wow !
It was no big deal .
What do your parents think of your dating a boy ?
They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend .
They're glad ? !
I prefer strong .
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say " Check Mate " and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
Wow . this is nice . I'll take this one . I guess if she doesn't like it she can return it , right ?
Sure . Let me ring this up for you at the register . If you would like , this can be gift-wrapped for free . Just take it to the customer service department .
Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here .
Do you think you can finish it on time ?
Don ' t worry . I ' ll get it done very soon . I ' m almost finished .
You ' d better hurry !
Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me .
Sorry !
Yes , I am .
I'm not really in the mood for Italian , actually . I was thinking of something a bit spicy .
if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ?
I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy .
you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us .
the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food .
the Taj it is then .
shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ?
they'll still charge us a corkage fee .
that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway .
don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight .
are you sure ? We could go Dutch .
no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time .
I won't argue with that ! Let's go !
Thank you for a very enjoyable evening and your hospitality .
Don't mention it . You can come whenever You are free .
Do you like reading books ?
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Inches very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Sink ?
Oops . I meant , " think "
Mary , you're going to have to work on your pronunciation .
I know .
But give yourself some time . You just got here .
Do you think I could have a look at it , please .
I ' m on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
No-one really believes gossip columnists .
I think you ' ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ' d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it
I think you ' re right about that . I ' d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people .
That ' s a great idea . Which charities would you support ?
I love children , as you know , so probably a children ' s charity .
You ' d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ' d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ' d be the first to buy your posters and I ' d attend your first book -
Thanks , but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography .
Right here . And write your address . You'll get the card in the mail within a week .
OK .
I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear .
Well , the teddy bear is for me !
Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges . There are no refunds on sale items .
How much money should I insert in the slot ?
5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor .
I see .
It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there .
It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people .
Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes .
If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour .
Anyway , we are arriving at Danshui soon . I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset .
Come this way . Here's the dressing room .
How does it look ?
It looks nice . And it's not expensive .
How much is it ?
It's only $ 20 .
I'll take it .
You're welcome . Happy couples need mutual understanding .
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
I've just started doing my clothes here .
Why are you washing your clothes here now ?
My washing machine broke down .
You should just pay someone to fix it .
It's too expensive to get it fixed .
So you're just going to wash here ?
Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do .
It costs less to wash here .
Is there any chance of a lower price ?
I am afraid not . Right now it's the tour season .
Not bad . You know I'm an air traffic controller now .
Now that's an exciting job ! ! !
Yes , but it's very stressful .
Oh , no , get off it . It wasn ' t such a killer class . You just have to get into it . Like they say , no pain , no gain .
I am wiped out . Thank you .
Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ' re gonna come back again with me , aren ' t you ?
Never ! But thank you for inviting me .
Come on . You ' ll feel better after we hit the showers .
Did you stop at the Fall for some pictures ?
Sure , we wouldn't miss that for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour .
You were lucky then .
Yeah , we spent the whole morning under the tall trees . We had our picnic there , too .
What did you do after that ?
We went for a swim in the sea . That was the biggest part of the day . Just look at my nice tan !
So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday .
Yes , you are right . And I was so tired out that I fell asleep on the way back . My muscles are still stiff from the swim yesterday .
Please fasten your seat belt , miss .
Oops ! I forgot .
Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment .
I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment .
Allow me to give you a hand .
Of course not .
What type of diet were you on ?
I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months .
That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ?
Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day .
That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ?
Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate .
That makes sense . I'm going to try that .
You don't need to lose weight .
I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of .
Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet .
Thanks for the advice .
No problem .
Yes . I can feel the difference in material . There ' s not much difference in price . Ok , I ' ll take the more expensive one .
Fine . I ' ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ' ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su
That ' s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ' t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ?
Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ?
I ' ll take three light blue ones , please .
Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ?
Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ' ll just try it on ... yes , that ' s fine . I ' ll take it . Here ' s my credit card .
Thank you very much , sir . I ' ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you .
Thank you very much . I ' ll see you the day after tomorrow .
No way ! They want publicity for themselves , so that they get invited to make more films , go to lots of cocktail parties , and even make albums ! They have such an easy life . They don ' t even pay for drinks when they go to a cocktail party .
Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ' s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to wear jeans and a t-shirt , but they can ' t because their managers force them to wear clothes they don ' t like .
I don ' t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ' re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored .
I think you should give them some credit . They ' re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves .
Come on ! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves .
So , what did you do out there ? I mean besides bask in the sun , obviously .
I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ' t get through a whole game before I had to sit down .
Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ?
I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees .
It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that .
It looks like you could use it . Don ' t tell me you spent the weekend in the library again .
Check out your mom's closet . I'll bet she still has something .
Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ?
That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ?
Don't tell me you have a record player !
Hey , I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week . It's great exercise and it's fun too . Why don't you come out and play with us ?
That sounds great . Give me a call next time you guys play .
Oh , yeah , and I did promise to see it with you if we went to that movie last week . But you liked that movie , didn't you ?
Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap .
It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner . We went to an excellent restaurant .
That place doesn't have a single meat dish . Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much .
And I don't like meat that much . The only meat I eat is chicken .
But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences .
Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat .
Now you're talking , we can see that love story next time .
Thanks for the invitation . I will !
All right .
Good . Now the other eye .
Well , this one is worse .
Never mind , just read as far as you can .
I can only read the first three lines .
That ' s impressive ! What ' s the sale price ?
The regular price is $ 2980 . 00 , but until December the 31st it ' s on sale for just $ 2,699 . 00 .
where do we pay the fare ?
Just give the man standing there three yuan and he'll give you a token . Then you slip it into slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it .
Where can I get the subway Madam ?
Ask the worker who sells token to give you one . It ' s free of charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay additional fare to change train ?
No , you don ' t have to . Here comes the train .
Sure . Is today only you second visit ?
Yes , it is . I'll be coming here regularly . I think I need regular exercise to get in shape and then to stay in shape .
The treadmill is excellent for helping you to build up stamina . Each time you use it , increase this distance . don't worry about your speed at first . You can increase that later .
I was told that the first time I came heer . I was told not to put too much pressure on my body at first . I need to build up slowly .
That's right . You don't want to injure yourself by exercising too much or in the wrong way . Now , this is how you make the settings for the treadmill ...
Oh , yes . That's our regular flight to Nanchang . Would you please tell me your name ?
My name is Deng Li .
Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ?
Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket .
Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm .
That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it .
Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible .
OK ! I shall .
No , I don't have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just want to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It's casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It's too plain on its own .
How about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
That might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
That's a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
Thanks . You'd be OK on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
Yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
That looks great . Just one more thing-you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
The leopard print sounds fabulous . OK , I'll take it .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
Aren't you a bit young ? I have a lot of qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time keeping up .
I know , but geology of the American west is my major interest and I have done a large reading in the field .
Well , if you think you are ready , I'll let you enroll .
Oh , thanks , professor Donald . this is very nice of you .
so you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small desert .
how about drinking soda ?
many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try
that's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
my mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
how do you know so much about food and dieting ?
you might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
Let ' s see . He has a roman nose , bushy eyebrows and dimples !
Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin !
Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald !
Your future husband !
Not funny .
Well , that's fine . Bring us a bottle of that .
Yes , you will have to pay to use it .
How much ?
It costs ten cents a copy .
Am I limited to a certain number of copies ?
You can copy as much as you ' d like .
Could you show me how to use the copier ?
The instructions for the copier are posted on it .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you .
Do you feel your English is good enough for the course ?
Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL .
Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ?
I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S .
How long do you expect to stay there ?
I will be there for three years .
I ' m sure of that . There ' s enough food here to feed an army !
That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ' t put any candles on it yet .
Thanks for reminding me . I ' Ve prepared some party games for the children too .
I ' Ve brought a tape with lots of children ' s songs on it .
Hopefully , that will keep everyone happy .
Cool ! But isn't that a hot air popcorn popper ?
This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ...
The beans will burn . I know . I've tasted burnt coffee before ... yuck !
I thought I could just get you and Dad to pay for an apartment . I found a cheap one .
When you move out , your father and I aren ' t paying your rent , young man . Get a job .
You ' re right . If I ' m going to live on my own , I have to be independent .
Well , the newspaper is over there . Look in the want ads , but I don ' t know what you ' re going to find without a college degree .
I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson .
Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ?
Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 .
Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today .
Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ?
You can decide by yourself .
I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price .
So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ?
Yes , please .
It is a red Audi .
Yes , that ' s correct .
Ok . Thank you .
How about tomorrow night ?
Ok . What time ?
Is 9:00 PM all right ?
I think that's too late .
Is 6:00 PM OK ?
Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ?
The Italian restaurant on 5th street .
Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there .
How about the Korean restaurant next to it ?
OK , I like that place .
One-way , please . I ' m flying back to London from Shanghai .
Ok . That will be 1400RMB please .
How long is the flight ?
It ' s about three hours .
No . I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night .
Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over .
OK . Here's the key . Take care .
I will . Thank you , dad .
Shall we go to a restaurant to celebrate ?
What a good idea . I'm quite hungry .
Me too . I feel very thirsty as well .
Let ' s go then .
By the way , where can I go ski ?
There are so many places around . Take a look at the advertisement .
It ' s so nice and quiet in the woods .
Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels .
It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ?
Yes , we bought veal sandwiches . We stopped around twelve , and we ate and watched the squirrels , but it was too windy to sit long . It was a very nice walk , anyway .
How is everything ?
Just fine , and you ?
Quite well , thank you .
Did you drive yourself to the airport ?
No , I was driven by my husband .
Did someone meet you at the airport here ?
Yes , thanks .
Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ?
No , the meeting will be held on the fourth floor .
You can ' t just throw me out on the street !
You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you .
Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ?
You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments .
I am going to take care of the rent payment right now .
Thank you . The payment needs to be in the form of cash or a cashier ' s check .
Right .
Then when do you think we could go out together ?
How about Friday ? Only in that day can I arrange it .
OK . Any time on Friday will be OK with me .
That's settled then . I'll contact you later .
( Later .. ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Super !
I'll be honest with you , our budgeted cost can't exceed more than $ 150 per unit . That is our bottom line . If you can meet that price , you've got the deal . Otherwise ...
I'll tell you what , I'll go over the number again with our financial team and see what I can do . I can't give you any guarantees . But we can try .
Good . So we don't have to work . How nice !
But I don't think it's so nice .
Why ?
The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week .
Oh , I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain .
There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time , don't you think ?
When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever .
This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard .
It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right .
Take care of yourself .
I will . Bye , mom .
Bye , my boy .
You got up so late today . You have , I think . Turn on the TV and set your watch by it .
OK . I'll turn it on .
All right . It's just four o'clock .
Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you .
You are welcome .
Yeah , so far , so good .
Next , you feed your dollars into the machine in the slot . Make sure they are smooth .
Yeah , I already knew that .
I'm sure you know that if the dollar gets stuck , you might have to re-feed it .
OK , let's move on !
Now you just make your selection and pray . If nothing comes out , try again or call the number on the side of the machine .
I hope it works !
Well , good luck !
Well , Pam Franklin lives next door to us . By the way , can I go to her house this Saturday ?
Of course . You didn't have to ask me .
That's what Pam said .
Just don't stay out too late .
Thank you .
Yes , the chicken looks wonderful !
How about some salad to go with your chicken ?
Sure , I love salad !
Would you like to have rice with your chicken ?
Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken !
Good ! Julie , if you could pass this plate down to Joe , I think we are all set .
That's not the gadgets . Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts .
How long is it ?
The fridges is covered by a one-year warranty .
Which model is the best seller of this year ?
This one . How do you like it ?
It's too big for me . Could you recommend something else ?
Sure , this way please .
how long did it take you to do the tiling .
as I hadn ' t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The
I think you ' Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ?
you ' ll be lucky ! However , I ' ll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself .
I am sorry to say it's not on the way , but during loading . The tins inside the cases were broken evidently through rough handling .
Could you offer us a certificate issued by your Health Department ?
Certainly . Here you are . Our health authorities said they were no longer suitable for human consumption . I have to remind you that our terms are CIF Hamburg . I hope you would indemnify us for the loss , so it wouldn't be so heavy on us .
Now we are prepared to settle the issue with you amicably .
Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable . Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ?
No . You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings .
Thank you .
You really don ' t need to .
Ok . I ' ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon .
I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything .
You ' re welcome .
Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me .
Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey .
Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ' re ever in Washington .
Of course . I will .
Goodbye , then . Thanks again for everything .
Hackers are smart , and they want people to know about it .
So they create viruses to tell people they are smart ? That's really sick .
You said the same thing three months ago .
Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up .
You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ?
Yes .
I got the message . I'm quiting .
Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times . and I can't be handing out raises for anyone .
I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't .
I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do .
Very well , consider me gone .
Oh , is that all ?
I feel very nervous about it .
Don't worry about it . Try to look on the bright sight of things .
One first class seat on flight YW132 , is that right ?
Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ?
You are supposed to check in at least one hour beforehand .
I'm off this Friday .
The only time we can come on Friday is at 3
I'm going to need it installed earlier than that .
I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday .
Is Saturday any better ?
Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ?
Is 11
That's perfect . See you on Saturday .
Oh , really ? Is it a good way ?
Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house .
What advantages does it have ?
Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service .
I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition .
The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers .
So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways .
Will you give me some suggestion ?
Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thank you . Maybe I will do business through internet in the future .
You're not lying , I found that movie absolutely hilarious .
I didn't know that you saw Superbad before .
I made sure to be in line to see it the first day it came out .
I couldn't keep from laughing throughout the whole movie .
I was laughing hysterically the whole time ; my stomach muscles hurt afterwards .
That's exactly how I felt .
I got the movie when it came out on DVD , do you want to come over ?
I would love to .
What kind of books are you interested in ?
My favorite books are those about detectives .
Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ?
When it comes to the entertainment , I think I enjoy dancing . There is nothing I like more than modern dance .
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
Oh ! Ha-ha ! That's not what I mean when I said ' go Dutch ' !
Huh ? What were you talking about , then ?
' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly !
oath ... that makes so much more sense ! Ha-ha . Well , great , I don't like German food anyway !
Davids who , we have 5 Davids in the office .
Oh , sorry , David Richton .
Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Can I help you , sir ?
I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
How time flies ! He ' s a big boy now .
And don ' t forget Mary , Tom ' s twin sister . It ' s her birthday , too .
OK . Let ' s invite all their little friends to come and celebrate .
I was partying hard over the weekend , fell down the stairs , and need time to recuperate .
That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ?
I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine .
How many days will you be out of school ?
The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week .
I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class . Get well !
That's the place where people make speeches on Sundays , isn't it ?
Yes , you're right . Politicians of all kinds , religious people , and one or two madmen .
Well , are we going there today ? I want to take shots there .
Sure . I can see you're enjoying your trip today .
Of course . Everything's so striking and fascinating .
Can you give me a special offer ?
Of course . Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off .
How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ?
I am sorry , there is no difference .
The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
Could you get there in twenty minutes ?
It will take half an hour to get to the hotel .
I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me .
OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes .
Thanks .
Ah , the transportation fee always takes a great part in the budget .
Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good .
Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel .
In that case , we can choose the Youth Hotel . It's a good choice , clean and economic .
And her voice like a lark's song ?
Deeper , softer , none of your twittering larks . I would banish nightingales from her garden before they interrupted her song .
Oh , she sings too ?
Constantly . Without doubt , and plays the lute . She has a natural ear .
I'll go to church first and then go to a Christmas party . Would you like to come ?
I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later .
See you .
She was a very controversial leader . Are we going to visit the famous tower of London later ?
There ' s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow .
I ' m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too .
I ' Ve seen them before . They ' re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ' s one place you have to go .
Where ' s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ' s the waxworks museum .
There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty .
Sometimes , it ' s hard to know who belongs in each section of the museum !
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ' t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ' t become addicted or anything like that .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
Why not ?
I'll send someone up right away .
I know how goals are scored in football , but how about in rugby ?
If a team carries the ball over the goal line , they score points . A team can also score points by kicking the ball between two tall posts at each end of the pitch .
There ' s a lot more physical contact in rugby , isn ' t there ?
Yes . Players usually need to bring a player down to stop him from moving forward with the ball . This is called " tackling " , as in football .
The ball is a different shape in rugby , isn ' t it ?
Yes . It ' s not perfectly round like a football . A rugby ball is oval in shape . There ' s a match on TV this afternoon . Why don ' t you watch it with me ? I ' ll try to explain the rules and tactics while we ' re watching .
Ok .
We paid for the room service already in our room .
Do you have any evidences ?
No , we got no receipt , and we pay it on the spot !
What is that ?
You need to keep it at $ 100 .
That ' s it ?
That ' s the least amount you can have .
What ' ll happen if I don ' t maintain that ?
We will fine you .
How much will I be fined ?
You will be fined $ 25 .
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From 11:30 to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
That's right . But don't worry ; it's a very simple procedure .
Could I open an account with you today ?
Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that .
Yes , here you go . And sign here ?
Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card .
So quick and easy ! Thanks very much .
What about the expression Goodbye ? Is that an idiom ?
That is just a natural , grammatical English expression . It has a direct translation in other languages .
This is interesting , Ms . Parker .
Yes .
But Laurie , how can you do well in school if you don't take more notes ?
What do you mean ? You think I don't write enough .
I'm sure you don't write enough . Look at this . Here you wrote , Russian Revolution . 1917 . Bolsheviks . Real revolution , or coup ? And that's all ? I remember he lectured for a half hour about that question . And you didn't write any of it !
I know , but I listened .
Yes , but did you remember ? You need good notes to help you remember .
I suppose you're right . But what can I do ? I don't know what to write down .
There are different things you can do . For one , the university offers a special free course on note-taking . You should go to the course . Also , I am pretty good at taking notes . I can help you on this exam . I will photocopy all my notes , and you can compare them to your notes . Then maybe you will see what kinds of things to write down .
That would really help me , Sue . I appreciate it . All this makes me feel like an idiot .
Don't feel that way . I know you are very smart . Note - taking is a special skill . All students need to learn it . Some people are very smart , but they just haven't learned how to take notes yet . I'm lucky because I had a good English teacher in high school . She taught me how to take good notes . It's not hard .
Alright . University and high school seem very different to me . I suppose I just need to learn how to manage lecture classes . Then I will do better .
Who is your favorite author ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much . I've read almost all of them in Chinese translation .
Are you a music lover ?
Yes , I like listening to Beethoven's works .
What kinds of films do you enjoy ?
I like all kinds as long as they are exciting .
I know all the tricks of the trade . It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted .
Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ?
I am a reporter at a TV station .
Do you like your job ?
Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year .
Which kind of news do you catch ?
I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades .
Are you feel tired ?
Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing .
You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter .
That's right . I am still wet behind the ears .
Here you are .
How long will this flight last ?
It is a six-hour flight with an-hour layover in Los Angles .
Good . I'll have plenty of time to nap on the plane .
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Front , please .
Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows .
Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ?
Sorry . We ' Ve nothing further back .
All right . We ' ll take the second row . By the way , how much is it ?
Thirty yuan .
Fairly expensive .
Then , what's your countr-offer ?
This is our counter-offer .
We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great .
So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market .
How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ?
Agreed .
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
She liked the acting , too , because that's what she wanted to see .
I wasn't happy with it .
Nothing is to your satisfaction .
I heard that one of their specialities is the samosa .
Well , let's get a plate of those then .
Sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ?
I think I might have a dahl .
What's in a dahl ?
It's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice .
That sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ?
Ok . How about some lamb kebabs ?
That's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ?
I think I'll have a beer .
Ok , shall I flag down the waitress ?
I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round .
You're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me !
What would you do without me ?
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
Can you find last month ' s report for me , please ?
No problem , here you are .
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space - - all this takes time , you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mrs . Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit .
You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C .
That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation .
Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future .
By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ?
Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into .
If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner .
Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time .
All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect .
We'll talk about it next time . Now that everything is settled , let's have a cup of tea , and take our minds off business for a change .
How much is the rent ?
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
Will that be all ?
That ' s it .
Do you have your library card ?
Oh , yeah . Here you go .
Will that be all for today ?
That ' ll be all .
These books are due back in two weeks .
Thanks . Have a good one .
When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ?
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend their bodies at the waist , which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise .
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
You must tell your embassy about it . And I think they ' ll issue you with a new one .
It's very windy today .
But look , it's so sunny out .
Mary , you must be careful . In some parts of America , the day can be - 10 ° C and sunny .
That's all right .
Yes !
Ze ze ze ... Women !
Oh , OK .
And I travelled a little bit in Australia . I went up the east coast . Up to Frasier Island . Which is a world heritage site . And I saw dingo running along the beach and sharks in the water . We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the ... , which is a but north . And the further north you go in Australia , the hotter it gets . So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license , so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly .
So , did you , did you lose your finger ?
Almost .
Almost . Ah , you're lucky . Um , it's funny , you go in the water and you worry about sharks , but not clams .
Exactly .
Will you be going back to Australia soon ?
I'd like to go and live there for at least another year . Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city . They have lot of museums and parks .
Fine , but first I need some information about you .
What kind of information do you want ?
Well , first of all , your name . What's your surname ?
Wilson .
And your other names ?
Steven Michael .
Have you got your e-mail address ?
Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo . com .
How old are you ?
Twenty-one .
Where were you Bron ?
In California .
Are you married or single ?
I'm single .
And what was your last job ?
I was an office boy .
What is the international community doing to help ?
The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region .
How many countries have been affected ?
Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries .
I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in Iran .
Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried under rubble .
Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ?
So far , less than 20 people have died , but over 100 are in hospital .
It says ' No smoking here ' .
This loan is specially provided for people who are studying overseas to pay for their tuition fee and other sundry items .
So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ?
That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see .
That is good to know . Just think ! We've been worrying about this for weeks and just a short visit here and my mind is at ease . Thank you .
It should be around 5 working days , but different cases take different times . Sorry I can't be more precise .
Me too . You look so beautiful tonight ! I wish this night would never end . There ' s something I have to tell you ...
What is it ?
I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day , but I was wrong . A twist of fate brought us together . I crashed into your life and you into mine , and this may sound crazy , but I ' m falling in love with you , Veronica .
You are always be the most beautiful one in the world . What is the bridemaid's name ?
Judy , Why are you so interested in her ?
Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman
He's terribly handsome .
I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive .
Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you .
Administer is doing a good job . I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are .
Is it true that products of high value such as watches , jewels and luxury clothing items are often subject to pilferage ?
It's absolutely true in the United States that losses from pilferage have been limited to high valued goods . We must study more about packing .
OK , well , let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner .
OK .
Thank you .
What would you like , tea or coffee ?
I ' d prefer coffee if you don ' t mind .
Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ?
No , it ' s the fourth time .
Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ?
Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before .
Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ?
Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products .
We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ?
Women ' s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ' ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ?
All right .
Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time !
Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers .
Great ! I ' ll take it .
Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train !
I understand . Thank you very much !
Have a great trip .
There is no step four ...
Yes , there is , drinking your coffee !
Is it serious ?
I can solve it , thanks .
How about your family ?
Everything is Okay . And as soon as I see my son at home , all my worries vanish into the blue .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
Does it make a lot of noise ?
It barks all night long .
Surely , of course .
Good for you ! What are you doing ?
I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that .
I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun !
Well , I don't know about the profit part yet . But I am really having fun !
I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment .
I think you ' re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem .
Me too . If we don ' t do something soon , It might be too late .
yes , the one with the R $ D team . Is that a problem ?
I will never go out with him anymore .
why did you say so ?
last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all !
oh , really ?
he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly .
are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ?
it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him .
what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ?
I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much .
maybe he should really something about eating etiquette .
oh , he really should .
Aw come on ! It ' s just some innocent fun ! You know how these things are ! We are gonna play drinking games , get him some gag gifts and just have a good time . Nothing too over the top .
Well , I don ' t know .
Come on ! If one of your friends was getting married I wouldn ' t mind you going to her bachelorette party !
Good , because my friend Wendy is getting married and I ' m organizing her party !
What !
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work . supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them .
Yeah , and they also take the blame , that's what happened to my old boss ...
That ' s good . Thanks .
You ' re welcome .
That won ' t be possible today .
Why is that ?
You can only view the apartment with an appointment .
I would like to make one right now if I can .
Are you available this Friday ?
Can we do it at 6 o ' clock ?
Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed .
All right . I ' ll see you on Friday .
I agreed , Hi , guess what ? I went bungee jumping last weekend .
Are you on the up and up ?
Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way .
If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere .
come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime .
Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping .
No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat .
What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you .
I can teach you how .
I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it .
No , not really , but I think I have lost my wallet . Where can it be ?
That's done . Do you need to see any credentials ?
Yes , a passport will be fine .
I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up .
That's fine , Sir . We'll see you again a little later .
well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ?
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
what ' s your greatest strength ?
well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ' m a quick learner .
so , you ' re smart .
I think so . I think that I am good at what I do .
what do you consider your weakness ?
I ' m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public .
that ' s not a problem . It ' s unnecessary for this position .
That's good . How can I order it ?
Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do .
Thank you . I'll have a try .
You're welcome .
Thank you very much .
200 rolls of each . Make it 200 rolls for each sample .
How many rolls altogether ?
Twenty prints and five plain . That makes 5,000 rolls in all .
Six weeks , did you say ?
Yes , five to six weeks .
We could manage the plain rolls in six weeks . The prints might be put off to eight weeks .
Eight weeks ? We can wait that long .
That's the best we can do just now , I'm afraid .
Can't you make it seven weeks for the prints ?
What about taking the prints in two shipments ? Two thousand rolls in seven weeks , and the remained a week later .
That might be acceptable . I shall have to cable our Beijing office to get their approval . You can definitely supply in the time you've given me , I suppose .
Yes , I'll see that you get those delivery . Shipping by ' S . S . American ' as usual , is that all right ?
That's right .
When can we expect your confirmation of the order ?
As soon as I hear from Beijing , that will be either Friday or Saturday .
All right .
That's very good . It's said that marriage is the Ab of love . But the words may not be right .
The situation differs in person .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Well , I've never been to either so I was thinking of going to Disneyworld for my honeymoon .
When are getting married ?
Some time next year . We haven't set the date yet .
Congratulations ! I had no idea .
Thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ?
Do you like amusement parks ?
For the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though .
If you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time .
Even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ?
Even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun .
Thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight .
I'm sure he'll love the idea . Just throw yourself into it and you'll enjoy it !
Some people get nasty on those comments . Maybe you should write him and ask nicely .
OK . Wish me luck !
And I bet you studied , too .
Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ?
Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV .
That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ?
Sort of . I played golf on my computer !
He lets his cousins look after his business .
He sounds more like an artist than a businessman .
How do I turn it on ?
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
It's hard to keep up contact when people move around so much .
Yes , people just seem to drift apart .
Surely of course . But you have to be back by 5 o'clock , otherwise we will charge you 10 $ .
OK , thank you .
I'm sorry , Miss , but I'm afraid we can't do that . You'll order something else instead . I'd love to suggest the steak , it's the special today , and quite tasty .
Ok , then please bring me the steak mediun-rare , thank you .
Ok , Miss . I hope you enjoy the rest of your dinner .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
( XXXXXXXXXX )
Hello ?
( XXXXXXXXXX ) but I don ' t think you can hear us . ( XXXXXXXXXX ) Hello ? ( XXXXXXXXXX )
Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ' Ve lost you . There ' s a problem with the line . Let ' s try again . We ' ll call you .
( XXXXXXXXXX ) OK ( XXXXXXXXXX ) .
Nice to meet you .
Do you have any experience using weights ?
No , I don't . So I need some help .
Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch . You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines .
Yes , I know that . Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room . So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines .
Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you .
What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one .
No . Not that . I mean a training card . The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine . Here , let me show you .
I'm ready .
Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed . So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do . And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine .
I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress .
Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine . Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them . And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you .
Alright . Great .
So you write your name and member number at the top of the card . And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here .
Great . Why don't we start on the machines ?
Are you alright ? Can you do more ?
I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted .
That's okay . Don't worry . It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning .
What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines .
We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really . The most important thing is to know your limits . So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop . Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ?
Yes . I suppose it's best to stop .
Well , I play sports indoors quite often . If I ' m feeling lazy , I just watch a film at home . I prefer summer to winter .
I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ' s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter .
Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze !
Do you think we ' ll have a nice summer this year ?
Thanks to global warming , it could be hotter than ever !
Never ? Really ? I'm surprised .
Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ' s not an American thing to do .
But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here .
OK , let's go .
When do you start the payment then ?
We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments .
We can accept that but you have to pay the interest .
All right .
Shall we sign the agreement now ?
Ok , let's sign it .
All these memories of prom night came back to me . I had to be alone . You remember that night ?
I remember someone spiked my punch . You sat with me in the girl's bathroom ...
We are always happy to adjust our cooking to meet your needs .
Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ?
The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice .
I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side .
Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ?
You can serve our salads with our dinner .
Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're a present for a friend .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
What would you like for lunch , pork , mutton or beef ?
I think mutton is best .
What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ?
I like champagne .
And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ?
Banana of course .
Do you always have meals outside or in your house ?
I always have meals outside , because I ' m not good at cooking .
So , what's the problem ?
I drew a blank on ~ about the test .
No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ?
Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test .
That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master .
I'm thinking of dropping out .
You can't do that , Jenny !
I'm dead serious about this , Sally .
Come on , let's talk about it .
I see . Thank you .
Not at all .
Yeah . And that ' s so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational !
Right . You can ' t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programs . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programs .
In my country , there ' s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ' s about six minutes per hour .
That ' s great idea . But don ' t the Tv station lose a lot of money because of that ?
No . they don ' t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on Tv in your country ?
Not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ' s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable Tv , where you pay a fixed amount each month .
Some people have satellite and cable Tv in my country , but people don ' t seem to keen to pay for their Tv programs . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programs .
Well , there ' s a wildlife documentary on Tv in a few minutes . Shall we ?
I'm afraid not . He is away for the rest of the day .
Is there any other way I can reach him ?
I'm afraid not , he has gone out of this town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him at ten o'clock tomorrow morning , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you like to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving here unexpectedly , and I may be away for several days .
I see . I'll tell Mr . Tomas you've called .
Thank you .
I took the wrong bus .
Oh , did you ? That's very easy to do .
I can just take it from your account , you don't need to give me cash .
OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier .
Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ?
Nope . That's everything , thanks .
Could it be the battery ?
No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago . It must be other problems .
Well , I suppose it could be the gas .
No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday .
Perhaps it's the starter then ?
Yes , that's possible .
Why did you leave your last position ?
I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime .
How would your boss describe you and your work style ?
She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted .
What are your salary expectations ?
I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity .
Do you have any questions ?
Yes , I do . What do you see as the future trends for the industry ?
That sounds interesting . I ' ll send a fax home . As soon as I receive a definite answer , I ' ll make a specific inquiry .
We ' ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us .
So do I .
OK , first of all , can you turn the key in the ignition ?
Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor .
Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ?
Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ' t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ?
No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start .
So what do you think it is ?
I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ?
Umm . yeah ! Right ! I got the car started ! Thanks for your help ! I told you to fill the tank !
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
We don ' t allow people to check out magazines .
Why not ?
It ' s just a policy of ours .
So what am I allowed to check out ?
You may check out books or videos .
I need to check out this magazine .
You will have to just read it in the library .
That doesn ' t make any sense .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Can I smell it ?
Sure .
Oh , what a pity !
I just don ' t want to play table tennis any more .
Is it that bad ? It ' s nothing more than a game .
My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis .
Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ' t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed .
Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure .
I understand .
Yes , I would very much like to see it .
Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ?
I have no problem with 6 p . m .
Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ?
No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like .
I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested .
Should I bring anything with me ?
No . I only need to check your driver's license .
Yes . Does it operate night and day ?
Yes , and seven days a week .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Follow me , please .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to .
OK , I see .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Nancy , I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight .
Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it .
Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments .
Stop it . No more of that talk .
I really love you .
No , I shall faint .
And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes .
Yes .
OK , do you want large notes or small ones ?
In 50 Yuan or 100 Yuan would be fine .
Here's the cash for you .
Thanks .
Friday's not good . I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work .
OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ?
Yeah , that's fine .
What's your number ?
233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail . com
OK , I'll talk to you soon .
OK .
All your important documents and certificates should be in the desk drawer .
Oh , yes , here it is .
Sara ?
What's up ?
Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost
No . Dad . We have a tour guide .
Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ?
No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you !
Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella .
Dad , that's all right . I don't think it will rain . And it doesn't make any sense to take that many things on a trip . Besides I like to travel light . Bye !
Me neither . All I have to do is study French hard .
I wish you the best of luck .
You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration .
Then I need a money order for 250 dollars .
Please fill out the form for the money order . You also need to pay a one dollar fee .
Thank youse much for all your help .
You're welcome . Have a nice day .
You , too .
Well , could you pick up some sugar ?
Okay . How much ?
A small bag . I guess we also need a few oranges .
How many ?
Oh , let's see . . . About six .
Anything else ?
Yes . We're out of milk .
Okay . How much do you want me to get ? A gallon ?
No . I think a half gallon will be enough .
Is that all ?
I think so . Have you got all that ?
Yes . That's small bag of sugar , four oranges , and a half gallon of milk .
Do you have enough money ?
I think so .
Thanks very much . I appreciate it .
I thought it the same day service . Anyway , please do a hurry .
I ' m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ' clock .
Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ?
Yes , we ' ll do so .
I'm glad to meet you here . You're Ms . ...
I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ?
Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation .
We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ?
Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ?
Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer .
Thank you very much .
Very well . Welcome , Mr . Rodgers . Would you please fill out the registration card ? How are you doing today ?
0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here .
Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ?
My credit card , please .
I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you .
Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call .
Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ?
7 a . m .
Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know .
OK , I'll do that .
Have a pleasant stay .
That's the twenty-fourth of June ?
Right .
Your name , please ?
Robert Hamlin .
Single or double ?
Double .
You're all set . That's a double room for the twenty-fourth , twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth of June , in the name of Hamlin .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
I had it when I left the house . I had it when we start to get the hotdog .
OK . Let ' go back to the hotdog stand .
Just give me an estimated figure for an order of 100 units .
Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ?
Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit .
Would an order of only 100 units , it'll be difficult to work within that kind of budget . Maybe if you were ordering 500 units or more units , we might be able to work something out .
Well , no . it can ' t be that hard ! I mean , all you have to do is explain your business , how you are going to do things and that ' s it , right ?
You couldn ' t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc .
Well , that seems easy enough .
Wait , there ' s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ' ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea .
Geez . Is that all ?
Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment !
Umm . I think I ' ll just stick to my old job and save myself all the hassle of trying to start up a business !
Has anyone ever told you that you have allergies ?
No one has ever checked me for allergies .
Does this happen more when you are under stress ?
When the weather gets really cold , it gets worse .
I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma .
Thank you for pursuing this . I appreciate your help .
Ah , yes . Mr Can , isn't it ? Yes , the money has been transferred successfully . But you'll need to change it into RIB before you can have it .
No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ?
You have an account with us , right ? If so , there shouldn't be any problem .
A single room ? That ' s fine . In whose name shall I make the booking ?
Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast .
We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast .
Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday .
Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 .
That ' s fine . My credit card number is ...
Good ! How much does the sea view stateroom cost for per person ?
Eight hundred yuan .
I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ?
No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities .
Thanks a lot . Give me one ticket , please .
I know , our schedules are so weird . Sometimes , the little corner store is the only thing within walking distance that ' s open when we get home .
Yeah , and the prices there are very high .
I know . Three dollars for milk .
Mom , come on . What are you thinking about ?
Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home .
Don't tell me you want me to do that ?
Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there .
But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough .
Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself .
How depressed !
When can I take my test ?
You'll have to make an appointment for that .
I would like to make one right now .
How does Friday sound ?
That would be great .
What time would you like to take the test ?
If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good .
Eleven o'clock on Friday morning . See you then .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
What is your proposal ?
Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we can accept . When I suggested we meet each other half way , I meant it literally .
Do you mean to suggest that we have to make a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible .
What would you suggest ?
The best we can do will be a reduction of another 30 dollars . That'll definitely be rock bottom .
That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars to be covered . Let's meet each other half way once more , then the gap will be closed and our business completed .
You certainly have a way of talking me into it . All right , let's meet half way again .
I'm glad we've come to an agreement on price . We'll go on to the other terms and conditions at our next meeting .
Yes , there's one other point I wish to clear up .
What is it ?
My friends in business circles all seem to be of the opinion that the U . S . import and export corporations have become more flexible in doing business recently .
Yes , they're right . In fact , we have either restored or adopted international practices in our foreign trade .
I'm glad to hear that . With a view to expanding and further enhancing the bilateral relations between our two parties , and in particular , exchanging timely views on specific problems in the execution and enforcement of contracts , is it possible for us to have a representative that could stay permanently in Washing - ton D . C . ?
Basically speaking , yes , we welcome the establishment of repry - tentative offices by foreign companies in Washington D . C . Of course , there are more details to be attended to . We cannot settle it in a few words .
Yes , of course . I'll call my home office tonight and let them know about it . When do we meet again ?
How about tomorrow morning at 9 ?
Good . I'll come back tomorrow , and we can then discuss it more specifically .
Ok . I ' ll take it .
Where would you like to sit ?
Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes .
Certainly .
Thank you .
5 days . From Feb . 13 to 18 .
Sure , I love porterhouse , too .
Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries .
Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account .
Go right ahead .
Our staff will bring you your order in as short a time as possible .
I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit .
brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ?
haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black .
why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything -- a funeral , a wedding , a job interview -- anything !
that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest .
here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ?
I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler .
how about this one ?
I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made .
ok , let's go .
I think the principle of co-production is to expand export trade . It's a reciprocal business , isn't it ?
Yes , you are right . Either party is not well-equipped to produce the final products single-handedly , but they can enter into an agreement . In such case , each side contributes different resources to make the manufacture of a certain product or a category of products possible .
Is it free ?
Of course .
Oh , I have a poor memory now . I haven't had enough sleep lately . I had a bad dream just now .
You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again .
Yes . I really need to have a good rest .
I think it is the worst one I have ever seen .
Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad .
I can't think the same .
What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children .
I couldn't agree with you .
I was born here .
Really ? This is a beautiful town .
It's nice talking to you . But I have to go .
OK . Can I have your phone number ?
OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then .
I will . Bye .
Got that .
Ok - when you leave the Underground , cross the road and you should see Horntown Street . Was up that street to the crossroads . As you was you should see a fast food place on your right .
Hold on , I am looking at the map now . Ok , I can see Horntown Road . Do I go straight at the intersection ?
No , you need to turn left into Philimore Was and take the next right .
Ok , I can see that road .
That's fine . You will not miss it because it's just next to the Kensington centra Library .
Good , I can see the library on the map .
Ok , we live in the third building on your left . Will we see you around 7 pm ?
That's great , see you at seven .
Yes , I would .
Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ?
I can manage on my own . Thanks .
Mr . : I'll drop by later to check on you .
Will that be all ?
Yes .
For here or to go ?
To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . )
That'll be $ 4 . 25 ... ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill . ) ... out of five . Here is your change , sir . Have a nice day .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
Lucky number . Find its location now .
We can also consult some from these volunteers .
Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from .
Should we put our samples on this table ?
Yes , they should be put in the most attractive place , and this can appeal to passers-by's attention .
No , it is easy .
How should I do ?
You just follow me .
All right . By the way , do you often dance ?
Yup , because dance can relax myself .
It seems a good way .
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
I will be driving my car .
OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ?
I'll pay for it with a check .
Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ?
No , thanks ; I'm fine .
Here you go then . Have a great school year !
You see , if you press this red button , the helmet becomes an umbrella .
How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ?
It only costs you 20 dollars for one .
OK , I will take one .
Is there anything else wrong with it ?
No , that's it .
I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like .
When will you be able to fix it ?
How does this afternoon at 2:30 sound to you ?
That would be perfect .
Alright , so I'll see you then ?
See you then .
It is quite urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly .
The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ' m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ' m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week .
I'm not sure .
Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right .
OK , I'll find it .
It's very easy to find .
See you then .
I will enjoy seeing you ; have a good week !
Stirred or shaken ?
Stirred will be fine .
Here you are .
Thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
Sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
Can you recommend one ?
Try a Stinger . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
It sounds interesting . I'll take one .
Here we go .
It tastes great .
Enjoy yourself .
Yeah .
Considering that it's over ninety degrees outside , that would be weird .
Exactly , it wouldn't be nice if it started raining . It's too hot .
I know , you're absolutely right .
I wish it would cool off one day .
That's how I feel , I want winter to come soon .
I enjoy the winter , but it gets really cold sometimes .
I know what you mean , but I'd rather be cold than hot .
That's exactly how I feel .
Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
I apologize for the inconvenience .
I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up .
I understand your problem .
Will you be able to solve my problem ?
I ' m going to cancel the fees you owe .
So , I don ' t have to pay any of it ?
The initial fee still must be paid .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you very much .
I'll have my beef well-done , please . By the way , don't we have soup tonight ?
I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ?
Let me see . Well , I'd like onion soup . Thank you .
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
A B plus .
That's not bad .
But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true !
Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ?
No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know .
I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ?
What ?
You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder .
How ?
Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs .
Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning .
Then go to bed and have a good sleep .
I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend .
Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams !
Thanks , bye .
Sure . Just let us know before your lease expires .
Sense and Sensibility , English version .
Yes , of course .
Can I just do it here ?
Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter .
OK , thanks .
Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it .
I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ?
3 Yuan , please .
Here you are . Thanks .
You are welcome . See you next time .
Then shall we arrange the bellboy to pick up your luggage at 9:00 ?
Sure .
May I have your room number , please ?
1218 .
1218 . We'll collect you luggage at 9:00 tomorrow . Would you then come to the Front Desk to get your storage receipt , please ?
Thank you very much , bye !
You're welcome . Goodbye .
That's too bad . We could really use someone who is bilingual .
If you hire me , I'll start studying Spanish again .
Oh . really ? I saw it two years ago . It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking .
Yeah . I found it is so close to our life .
It reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world .
You said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent year .
Well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend to end quickly too .
I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married .
Oh , that's too short-lived .
That's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s ' generation .
II can't agree more . The only-child-generation in China tends to know little about marriage .
Definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously .
In their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone .
I think , as the saying goes haste makes waste , it is the same with marriage .
How much do you hope to get a month here ?
That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience .
If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ?
Thank you , Mr . Brown . I really appreciate your assistance .
Believe it or not , I guess American women like a man in good shape , which Chinese women may not care about so much . That ' s my honest opinion . I know you have been trying very hard .
American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ' t many chances .
No , that ' s not true . I ' Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ' s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants .
You know , that ' s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise .
Why don ' t you try then ? Even if it doesn ' t help you find an American girl , you could still have a stronger and healthier body . You won ' t lose anything by doing that .
They aren't hard . I am sure you can do it .
Have you ever been a student leader ?
Yes , I used to be the monitor of my class .
Did it affect you much ?
It ' s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike .
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ?
I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself .
Maybe we can trade . Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ?
No , it just won't work . If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will .
So ? You can go to the class for me . Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ?
How many students are in the class ?
About fourteen .
So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry .
Damn !
What on earth are you talking about ?
I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed .
What were you thinking ?
You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well .
But what you should do is study hard .
I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ' t study , and I cheated , and I got caught .
So long as you learn from your mistakes .
No problem . Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account .
would you rather have her or your old boss back ?
she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down .
how about your new co-workers ?
they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work .
do you miss your old co-workers ?
of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me .
do people in different departments get along with each other ?
sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other .
do you like working in teams with people from different departments ?
yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives .
do you like working in teams ?
I prefer it to working independently . I think most people do .
Sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Well , she told me things just weren ' t working out and we weren ' t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue .
Hey , that ' s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday .
What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser .
Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her .
But she lied to me .
Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ?
Ok , then .
But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face .
What face ?
The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better .
Yeah , I know . You are right .
really ? What is it ?
I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ?
I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ?
I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c
just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon !
me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there !
thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams !
talk to you later .
How far is it ?
Well , it's only three stops from here .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Maybe the compressor is going bad .
Can you send the technician to check it out ?
Sure . But there is a minimum charge of $ 60 for a service visit . If your freezer needs parts , there will be an additional charge .
Okay . I ' ll pay the charges .
All right . let me check our technician ' s schedules . I ' ll call you back and let you know what time we can send a service technician to your house . What is your phone number ?
My number is 627-555-1234 .
Okay . I ' ll call you right back .
Thank you . Good bye .
Bye .
Do you like egg soup or mutton soup ?
Egg soup is OK .
Is there anything else ?
I'd like a bottle of juice .
I'll get them back right away .
I want to know about the salary information in your company .
Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ?
I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker .
We will give you more than what you hope .
Really ? That's good news for me .
You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month .
It sounds great !
You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year .
By the way , how many days do we work every week ?
Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while
OK , I see
Let me see . I think I can have the ensured five hundred dollars .
five hundred dollars , so you ' ll pay ten dollars for the insurance . That ' s two percent of the total value of the article .
Here ' s the check for hen dollars
Don ' t complain about it . She is concerned about your safety .
You're right . Mother's love is the greatest love in the world .
It must be a unique experience . I ' m looking forward to share your story when you come back .
Ok , I will bring you photos as many as possible .
What happened ?
The robber came in with a gun .
Could you see his face ?
He had a mask over his face .
Was he with someone else ?
He was alone .
Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ?
I would be happy to .
Hmmm . It wouldn ' t be easy , but if the discount makes it worthwhile , we can consider it . How much of a discount would that give us ?
For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1 . 5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 .
So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard . Couldn ' t you discount it further ? We ' Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might
We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount -- say 5 % ?
I think we can handle that . Let me confirm with my boss and touch base with you again tomorrow .
I know everyone suffers when he is misunderstood . But why not take it easy ?
Yeah . It's so nice of you to comfort me .
that ' s right . You ' re going away next week .
I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account . There was a problem last week .
I have to pay my credit bill too . If I don ' t pay it soon , the credit card company will charge me interest .
their interest rates are usually quite high . It ' s a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest .
I'd prefer the filet , but the porterhouse will do .
And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight .
Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ?
That's fine .
It will be up shortly . Enjoy your food , sir .
The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ' ll show you where it is .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward suggestions and ideas . Be sure to speak up if you have any .
No . Could you also get some extra towels and soup too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes .
Wait a minute . I found there were two printings . The paperback books must be much cheaper .
You are right . Let's buy the cheaper one .
it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ?
yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
have you been drinking plenty of water ?
no , just soda .
ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
is anyone else sick in your home ?
no , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us
thanks .
Is a family like yours common in South Korea ?
No . Not anymore . Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho
My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting
Of course there'll be a room for you !
To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids .
Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys .
But four boys !
It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes .
You are right , I guess . The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want .
It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ?
That's a great idea !
We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like !
That sounds like an excellent offer . I might take you up on that . Thank you for the wonderful invitation .
That would be great !
Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ?
This one right here should be right .
Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ?
Yeah , let's do the math .
I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ?
Looks pretty good .
Thank you for caring enough to check on your scores ; keep studying !
Are you sure ?
Sure . We have a good after-sale service . Your satisfaction is guaranteed .
Good . Where can I get the questionnaire ?
You can easily download it from their website .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are three people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My wife , my daughter and I .
We will meet at 5:00 right here .
I see .
Shall we sign this contract now ?
OK . Where do you want me to sign ?
Just sign at the bottom .
OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect .
You're right . Thank you for your cooperation .
It's my pleasure .
Ah , I see . The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting , right ?
Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ?
Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone .
That's a great idea ; thanks for your help .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Not at all . But we do need to keep it with us all the time .
It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us .
We have many cookies left here . Can we use them as baits ?
I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms .
So let's go and catch earth worms !
OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go .
Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing .
That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today .
I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ?
I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one .
Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill .
Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ?
Well , all right . There is nothing to complain about .
Is she as clever as you ?
No , she ' s not as clever as me .
Big head !
So you haven ' t done much then , in Shanghai ?
Actually , I ' Ve eaten soup dumplings in a lovely restaurant on Nanjing Lu . They were delicious !
Do you have any questions about the job ?
Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
OK . thank you .
I am trying to get to the Royal Hotel . Do you know where that is ?
Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side .
Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ?
Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it .
Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ?
Yeah , it ' s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ' d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it .
Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ?
Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker .
All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ?
Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi .
Cool , thanks .
You are welcome .
Where is the fitting room ?
It's just around the comer .
It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ?
Yes . One moment , please .
Of course , Bamboo !
That's right .
I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship .
You sound quite knowledgeable .
Not really , panda is my favorite animal .
Actually , it likes milk too .
Any way , in a word , panda is our friend .
Do you know other famous animals in the world ?
Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous .
That's right . OK , let's move on .
Sorry . This is a one-man job . I've got the grill just how I like it , and I've made up my own special sauce .
Then I'll tell folks the food's ready . Come and get it ! I've always wanted to say that !
I see . Has she read any detective stories ?
Oh , yes !
Do you know if she's read this one ?
I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful !
Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ?
She's eighty-seven .
I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting .
Thank you . That's a good idea . she likes exciting books . Can you suggest another one ?
When did you begin to smoke ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
Do you like to drive the bus ?
Not in the least bit .
I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver .
I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money .
It was really fun chatting with you .
It was really nice talking to you too .
Have a good one .
I'll have a good day once this day is over .
You ' ll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements . Besides , we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales .
Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ?
You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ?
No problem .
If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me .
OK .
Ok , I ' ll pay by card then .
I agree , I had lunch there last week .
excellent ! That sounds like a plan .
Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg ?
Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us .
Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses !
Oh , in that case , sure ! Uh ... what are these long sock-looking things ?
You must have a lot in common and a barrel of fun .
A barrel of fun , of course . He often says that I'm a date bait .
Ok . Can I have your name , please ?
Lily Smith .
And your telephone number ?
Hong Kong side 3854295 .
OK . Right then .
Thank you .
Yes , you will lose interest . I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us . I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity .
Oh dear . Well , if it has to be done , then it has to be done .
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around 2 fifteen PM . Do you have a projector in your room ? I would like to show you some related charts
Yes , there is . See you then .
To press the suit only takes 3 hours . The laundry will be returned to you tomorrow around noon time . Is that all right ?
That ' s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up .
Right away , sir .
Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer ?
I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new .
How's your current job going ?
I'm pretty satisfied with it . I can broaden my experience , learn lots of new things , and have more development opportunities .
I hope you voted for him .
Of course I did . Did you ?
I made sure to vote for him .
I am really excited about this .
I know how you feel .
Hopefully , he ' ll change things in our nation .
I know that he will .
I trust him .
Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art . ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art . )
Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ?
Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ?
I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that .
No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework .
Unbelievable ! I could never do that .
Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum .
Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ?
Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ?
Yes , let's do it .
Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them .
Of course not . We don't do that .
stirred or shaken ?
stirred will be fine .
here you are .
thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
can you recommend one ?
try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
it sounds interesting . I'll take one .
here we go .
it tastes great .
enjoy yourself .
yeah .
Well , if you need anything , just ask .
Um ... well , where's the men's shoe department ?
It's on the third floor . Turn left when you get off the escalator .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
How time flies ! Now you are a college student out of a little girl .
How is aunty Shirley ?
Couldn't be better .
How has May been ?
She's been good . She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school . And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008 .
Here , see for yourself . That's really strange ! It's almost the same as when I ...
Gosh , you're right ! It's from some guy named Vic . I wonder who he is ...
What ' s the service like ?
It ' s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ' d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends .
It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ?
There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ' t check my email , but I didn ' t complain about it to the management .
I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world .
Yes , I was . Here ' s their business card .
Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ?
No , there wasn ' t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal .
One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips .
I know . At the inland hotel , they have an interesting policy . When you check out , you put some money in a special box at reception . Each evening , the money in the box is shared equally by the hotel staff .
In the case , maybe facial charm should be his leading card . After all , the majority of his fans are girls .
yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout .
and he is English ! He makes a model gentleman when he puts on a black suit and speaks with a typical British accent .
I'm sorry we can't now .
I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live .
Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future .
That would work too .
Anything else ?
Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ?
I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company .
I understand . Will the company provide training ?
Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year .
That's great . Thank you very much .
I ' ll be worried if you stay out late .
Ok , how about midnight curfew . and I'll let you know where I am .
Many thanks !
Not at all .
And why are you returning them ?
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Ma'am .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Thank you , I will . Hope to see you again next year .
Silk . You have a good taste . It's excellent for its handiness , elegance and beauty .
Can I try it on ?
Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily .
OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ?
Please type it in a formal style .
I see . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
OK . I'll see if I can get waited on .
You're pretty lucky actually , today is higher than yesterday . It's 824 . 71 RIB for 100 USD .
Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ?
Yes . Please sign your name at the bottom of the Exchange Receipt . Thanks very much and here's your money .
Yes . And you also overworked in last month , when Steven asked for leave . I have been very satisfied with your performance . And your dependability has been a great asset .
Thanks for your praise , Madam .
It's the tradition . But baby showers as we know them today were not common until after World Warri .
In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world .
So you will come , won't you ?
Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival .
Thank you very much .
I bought an exercise dress yesterday and I found it was hard to dress it up .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
Oh , there comes the bus .
Ok great , I ' ll see you at six .
Ok , see you tonight ! Don ' t be late !
Thanks . What you need to do now is deposit 100 % of the guaranteed funds of your contract into your account with us .
That's done . There is more than enough to cover the contract amount in our account .
That's great . We will have to charge you 250 RIB for that service , though . Could you please fill in this ? Thanks .
What about your brother ?
He ' s not quite 25 .
Do you miss your family ?
Yes .
Do you often go home ?
No . But I write to them often .
How often do you write to them ?
Once a month .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
It's okay .
So what were you calling me about ?
Oh , I just wanted to see if you wanted to hang out tomorrow .
Sure , what did you want to do ?
Maybe we can go see a movie or something .
That sounds like fun . Let's do it .
I'll see you tomorrow then .
See you then . Goodbye .
Good idea . Do you want a wash or a massage ? Massage is especially good when you are tired .
How come ?
Because it helps you speed up your circulation .
Then I won't say no to that .
How do you like it ?
I feel totally refreshed .
We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ?
This time included ?
Of course .
Then yes .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Thank you . I'm glad that wasn't too much of a bother .
It's a pleasure .
That will be great .
That's a good point . Let me change my question . What sports do women like best ?
Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports .
Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ?
Are you suggesting that anyone can be ?
Please , you write much better than I do .
Oh , its nothing .
I have been looking forward to this performance all month .
I'm really sorry I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Face it , you don't like action movies because you're a snob .
No , I don't like action movies because I'm cultured !
Could I ?
Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise .
Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ?
This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
We are not willing to miss the chance ; however , our staff is not big enough now . So , to be honest , I want you to help me to finish all these programs .
Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this .
I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this .
OK ! I will try this .
Of course . It fits you perfectly .
Yes , I thinks so . How much is it ?
It's forty-five yuan .
Can you make it much cheaper ?
Sorry , our prices are set .
There's no problem here , everything's in order . I can transact that for you now .
Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ?
No , you don't need to pay anything on top . We just simply deduct the discounting interest .
Yes , I am kidding . But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits ?
Yes , I know . I have a disability . My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk .
Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university .
My permission letter ?
Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability . And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place .
I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office .
Yes . Or you can bring it yourself .
But I asked them to send it to you directly .
Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it .
My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R .
Yes , here it is . Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request .
Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes . Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ?
The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices . We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening .
I see . Thank you .
You're very welcome .
Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper ?
No . Prof . Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology . For once I wish she hadn ' t given us so much of a choice .
Well , why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico . You seem to be interested in that part of the world .
I am , but there is too much material to cover . I ' ll be writing forever , and Grant only wants five to seven pages .
So they limit it to one region of Mexico . Say the Yucatan . You ' Ve been there and you said it ' s got lots of interesting relics .
That ' s not a bad idea . I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer . That would be great resource material . Now if I can only remember where I put them .
I'm afraid I don't . I'm quite new in town .
Well , do you know where the post office is ?
No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is .
That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight .
Well , thank you very much , I hope I can find it .
Yes , but ... well ...
What ?
How do I use the machines ?
What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers .
I see . Do the machines have soap in them ?
No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ?
No . I don't have soap .
Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there .
Thanks . Okay . I have my soap .
My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ?
I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean .
But you can't use so much . The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out .
Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before .
What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ?
Yes .
In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ?
No . Never .
I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ?
I'm nineteen .
But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ?
My mother always did it .
Yes , my mother washed my clothes too . But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself .
I know about this fact . American children are more independent . They do more for themselves . But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard . So the mother does everything for the kids . The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school . So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it .
I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ?
What ?
How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself . If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house . How can you live on your own ?
I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn .
Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines .
Thanks . My name's Nick .
I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today .
Thanks , Mom . Thanks .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work til late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this . Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you . All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm .
The train ? Will I be flying back then ?
Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable .
Will the train be very crowded ?
Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine .
When is the first meeting then ?
They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9
Where will I be staying ?
We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system .
That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ?
That's not a problem . Have a nap if you can . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip .
What's the expiration date on your passport ?
I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page .
I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK .
I won't .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't have anything to declare .
How long will you be staying in the UK ?
I'll be here for about a year .
What is the purpose of your stay ?
I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University .
Where will you be staying ?
I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus .
How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ?
My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts .
Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back .
Thank you very much .
Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
how about the lyrics ?
very touching .
it bring me back to some of my childhood memories .
yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting .
of course . it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance .
it is full of energy .
this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying .
it certainly is .
For example ?
Like for example , if I hadn ' t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to .
I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ' t have gotten married if I hadn ' t moved to this town and met Sally .
You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ' t even have met if I hadn ' t been in that car accident ten years ago !
Well , I have no regrets !
I ' ll drink to that !
I don't think so . You must compare our price with that it other export houses . I'm sure our offer is in line with the prevailing market price level .
I don't think we will be able to pay the price . To have this business concluded , you need to lower your price at least by 3 % .
I'm afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price .
Don't you agree with me that in the long run moderate prices we bring about large sales and more profit ?
We've already cut down our price to cost level .
Is that all ?
Yes this is the best we can do .
I'm sorry , we can't handle the price you offered .
Why is that ?
I like the different instruments that they use .
That's a good reason to like something .
Yeah , I think so too .
Oh , Thank you . But how do you spell it ?
P-a-r-k-i-n-g m-e-t-e-r .
What kind of apples do you like ?
I love green apples .
I don't like green apples .
Really ? Why not ?
Green apples are too sour for me .
So , you like red apples better ?
Yeah , I love red apples .
I think green apples are a lot better .
Please sit down . Help yourself just like you are at home .
What would you like to drink ?
A cup of coffee , please .
Hard to say . Now the score is in our favor .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let ' s wait and see .
I have to write you a ticket .
Can't you give me a warning ?
I'm not going to be able to do that .
How much will the fine be ?
You'll find that out on your court date .
I have to go to court over a brake light ?
That's how it works .
Can I have the ticket , please ?
How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square .
Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon .
Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late .
I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ?
On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ?
You've got it .
I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is .
Here we are , Central Park !
Thank you . How much is it ?
Well , it's $ 12 .
Here's $ 15 . Keep the change .
Thank you .
Hope so !
We need to say something about the geography and climate of china . Is there any way to divide the country into sections ?
We could divide into five parts . There ' s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year .
That sounds very general .
It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one .
One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ?
Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou .
We should take a large map and highlight those cities . What is each of them famous for ?
Oh , so he's half Chinese and half American . That's unusual . What languages does he speak , then ?
Right now he speaks mostly English , and he can say a few Chinese words . But he will learn in the future .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He's whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
What ! That wasn't a foul ! C ' mon , ref !
Don ' t worry , Shan always screws up free throws .
You were right ! He didn ' t make the shot !
That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah !
Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ' t call it !
This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ' t believe he didn ' t see that !
Okay ... end of the first quarter ... Alright , I ' m gonna make a beer run .
Really ? What could that be ?
Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 .
That is very kind of you . Thank you very much .
OK , just checking for you ... yes , they have arrived . How would you like me to handle them ?
Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ?
That's fine . I'll get on with that for you right now .
That , My Heart Will Go On . It warms my heart . you know , JanetJackson , Shanna Twain and Celine Dion are so very different .
Janet Jackson is more pop music . Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes .
Have you heard Maria Carey ?
Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like .
Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one .
I hope you have a good stereo .
Why ?
Because you have to hear it really loud to get the full concert effect .
You can say that .
But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ?
They must have mixed hackers with crackers .
What is crackers then ?
There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them .
So they are two totally different concepts .
Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end .
I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them .
You got it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Oh . I ' m sorry to hear that . What happened ?
Oh , it is nice and cold , definitely good orange juice .
Amy , you forgot another magic word .
Oh , sorry again , thank you mom .
You are very welcome .
Yeah , I'm not too worried about Vince , but I'd hate to face Zina if we don't deliver ...
Yep . I placed a bid for the shirt . The minimum was ten so I bet fifty !
That's not how this game works .
Well , there was a sign that said " Buy now for seventy . "
How many bids had been placed before you ?
She passed out in class . Seems she hadn't eaten anything in days .
Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy !
Yeah , but that's what she did .
I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look .
Well , it's not just the girl ' s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen .
True , but there are limits . Being thin is one thing ; starving oneself to death is another . No one forces them to do this .
Sure . The local train . It stops at every station .
Which of them is the local train , please ?
You take the D train on the downtown platform , and go three stops .
How much is the fare ?
One dollar and twenty cents . You give me the money and I ' ll exchange it for a token .
What should I do with the token ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
Yes , sir . What time would you like your table , sir ?
I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm .
Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ?
Davis .
Thank you , Mr . Davis .
Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration .
I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand .
I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged .
We'll try our best .
Thank you .
OK . Can I see the room now ?
Would you mind waiting ? I ' m on the telephone .
That's a good idea . Let's see if we can get more people in this plan . There isn't much business these days anyway , so I think many people will be interested .
Yes . The contract must be kept .
OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight .
Did he say why ?
He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday .
Don't worry . I will tell him about that .
It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight .
Thank you for that . And I will double your pay .
In fact , she prefers Macs . How much is one ?
Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 .
She's going to be so happy . Let me have one .
You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ?
I'll pay for it with my VISA .
It's all yours after you sign here , please .
Are there any extras that she needs ?
This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again .
You've been so helpful . Thank you .
Have a nice day , and thank you for shopping here .
That's because it's full .
But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office .
Well , I could put you on a waiting list . But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ?
My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G .
Alright . And what is your major ?
I'm a comparative literature major .
Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ?
Yes , that's right .
Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students .
That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class . And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it .
The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code . When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class .
Even if the class is full ?
That's right .
Oh , I didn't know that .
Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it .
Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ?
Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again . Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem .
Thanks .
Next time you come in here , I will recognize you .
I ' m not going to accept this excuse . You ' re using these small technical glitches as a crutch and trying to rationalize the fact that you ' Ve missed your deadline . Look , we have standards and I expect you to live up to those standards . No more phoney cases . If you ' re in over your head , you tell me . No more missed deadlines . Now , I want that data on my desk by nine am !
OK . Let's pay the entrance fee and change our clothes in the dressing room .
What style do you use ?
Well , I use breast stroke for long distance , crawl or free style for short distance and back stroke just for fun .
Because of work , I can only go look at houses on the weekend .
Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ?
If you could pick me up at home , that would be great .
We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see .
That might be a little too much , but we ' ll see how it goes .
I will fax you a schedule as soon as I contact the owners to confirm the times .
looks like you ' re not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that .
really ? That ' s a lot of money to pay for one room .
well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price !
do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ?
I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ?
I ' d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ' ll have to take what I can get !
how long do you want to sign a contract for ?
I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ' t know where I ' ll be after that .
do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ?
I don ' t have any furniture , so it ' d be great if it were furnished .
you know that you ' ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ?
no , I thought that would be included in the rent .
it ' s not usually included , so you ' ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities .
I don't think I can afford that .
don ' t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children .
that's a good idea . I ' ll look into finding something like that .
Thanks a lot . I'm most grateful .
OK .
Come on . If we save more money , we can retire earlier and you ' ll actually have time to read all those books you buy .
Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less .
Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
You ' re going to have to wait for a computer .
That ' s okay .
Please put your name on this list .
Then what do I need to do ?
When there is a computer available , I will call you .
What do I do to log on to the computer ?
Just type in the number on the back of your library card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
You ' re the best !
Yeah , that makes sense .
But let me tell you , you're doing just fine . I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German . By the way , how long have you been learning English ?
On and off , for quite a few years .
Well , good for you . I hope you can get what you want from the training .
I will do my best .
Or maybe make the beds .
All you have to do is to ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
You haven't had any experience in either of those fields .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
What's the current interest rate ?
Our monthly interest is 1 . 5 % of the outstanding balance . Would you please fill out this application form ?
Do they have any grandchildren ?
Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys .
Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ?
Yes , she gets along with them quite well .
Do they have a large family ?
Their family is very similar to Cindy and Ron ' s family .
Is there anything wrong ?
I remember Mom going with a lot of pepper for the meat .
I'm afraid we don't . But I'm sure you'll enjoy our lunch special .
Well , first of all , I would be able to teach them everything they learn in school in a more relaxed and fun way . I also think that having a one-on-one class is much better since you can focus more on his or her strengths or weaknesses .
I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea .
I will bring it up over Sunday brunch .
Good luck with that !
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
We have strawberry , chocolate , vanilla and banana .
Very well , I'll try the banana flavor .
Anything else , sir ?
No , thanks . That will be all .
You have two meetings today . One is at 10 am , and the other is at 2 pm . After the meeting , you will have dinner with Mr . Brown at the Chinese restaurant in Sister Hotel .
OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts .
No problem . Do you need the OHP ?
Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ?
OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ?
That would be great ! You are really a good employee .
Wow , a remote car model and my favorite brand . I really like it . That is so nice of you .
Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself .
Typical you , always wanting to keep the best things for yourself . The more I appreciate the gift now .
Very good . Anything else ?
My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience .
I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ?
I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field .
I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job .
Thanks for your compliment , but there is still plenty more to learn .
He ' s fine . He retired last week . It ' s turning going in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
Really ? But they're delicious !
Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time .
That sounds great .
Get ready for the best meal of your life !
The roof leaks when it rains , there is mold on the bedroom walls , and the dishwasher doesn ' t work .
I don ' t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself .
Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility .
I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky !
Unfortunately , you won ' t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday .
You wouldn ' t dare do that !
They work for Zina now .
And they're happy with that ?
They're in awe of her . After they saw how she crushed WebTracker ... but I guess you know all about that .
Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ' ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
Do you have an online edition of that magazine ?
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
Yes , I certainly do .
The negotiating bank has just been in touch ...
Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ?
No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted .
Kristy , that's wonderful ! Thanks so much for contacting me personally .
Wow , a real step up !
Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent restaurant years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ' t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term .
I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ?
I just felt that the paper couldn ' t offer me any new opportunities . I really needed a more challenging role to be honest .
What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ?
No , do you want to go and do something ?
Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner .
Oh , that sounds great . How about 6 o ' clock ?
Yes . I've got it somewhere . Let me see . Where did I put it ? Ah - I remember , it's on the memo . Here it is . Do you have a pen to write it down ?
Yes , I do . Go on .
His number's 4945939 .
4945939 . Marvellous ! Thanks for your help .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you beside what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
OK , thank you !
Yes , it did . It went off 30 minutes ago . You slept right through it . You ' re like a dead person while you sleep .
I must have slept right through it .
Rise and shine ! Sleepyhead !
Just let me sleep 5 more minutes .
The early bird gets the worm .
I know . I know . But I don ' t want any worms .
Ha ! Ha ! If you don ' t make an effort now , later on it ' ll be a lot tougher for you .
I'm glad you like it .
Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ?
Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room .
Where is the break room ?
It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right .
Got it .
You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you .
Thank you .
Is this to go or to eat here ?
We'll eat here .
Here you are . That's eight fifty .
And can I have some ketchup , please ?
It's on the service counter over there .
Is the bus ride long ?
It only takes 45 minutes to an hour .
That's all ?
It's a pretty short trip .
Is there always a lot of people on that bus ?
It only gets crowded once it gets to LA .
Oh okay , thank you .
No problem .
I'll be back tomorrow with my work clothes and a gallon of lavender paint ! You just sit back and relax !
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
No , thank you . It looks a bit too dangerous for me .
There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp .
Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air .
It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city .
You are so romantic , my sweetheart .
Left at the lights ?
And then right at the bridge .
Right at the bridge ?
Yes . The gas station is on the left . And you can't miss it .
How awful ! Was he hurt ?
Yes . He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance .
How did it happen ?
His car was hit by an express train . It happened at the crossing just behind his house .
How horrible !
He ' s having an operation in the hospital now . Poor Hilda ! You can imagine how unhappy she is .
I hope he ' ll be all right .
I hope so , too .
Don't forget to ask when you can receive a reply .
And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary .
You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently .
You can ask questions about the position you are applying for .
In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get .
Of course .
Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave .
Besides , remember to make acknowledgments through an E-mail or a call .
That ' s why I ' m asking you .
They ' re this coming Tuesday .
Really ?
Yes , I ' m serious .
Good thing you told me .
I can ' t believe you didn ' t know when the elections were .
It slipped my mind .
You should watch the news more often .
I had my own ways of finding out . It's a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you don't believe it , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you . Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK , let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next let's sing ' Happy Birthday ' to Mary .
It is very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
As far as I know , people will be weak if they swim too long .
That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming .
Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ?
Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that .
Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ?
Of course , all the workers here are able to swim , and they will come to your aid quickly .
The water is causing mildew .
I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow .
Can I just call someone myself to fix it ?
I don ' t think that would be a good idea .
You won ' t do it until tomorrow .
I guess you have a point .
So , I can call someone to fix it ?
Go right ahead .
He seems sincere , and trustworthy .
Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times .
What do you mean ?
Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back . But I've seen him double cross other people .
Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that .
Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time .
So , can I trust him or what ?
Well , I think you should decide for yourself .
But I need someone that I can count on for this job .
Okay , Okay . You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time .
Come on you're confusing me . Give it to me straight .
Actually , he's the most dependable person I know , and he would never turn on anyone .
I agree , but I would find it difficult to stop using my car . It's just so convenient .
Cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment .
Do you have a car ?
No . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it .
Maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it .
You could try . It would save you a lot of money .
That's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs .
If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too !
I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere !
Let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price .
Sounds good ! Let's go !
You need to fill out the deposit slip as well . Here you go , Madam .
Thanks .
Well , the traffic is very loud . I got no sleep last night .
Oh , I'm so sorry , Sir . I'll see what I can do about that .
It's easy to make a quick breakfast .
What do you have for breakfast ?
When I need to make a quick breakfast , I just make some oatmeal , toast , and OJ .
That's a good idea .
It's not time consuming at all .
It doesn't take much time to make ?
Would you like me to make something ?
Why don't you make me some oatmeal and toast ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Why would you say that ?
They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for .
I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable .
Have you ever been to Japan ?
Sure ! I just got back yesterday . I'm still suffering from jet lag .
Which days are these classes on ?
The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three .
What about the other class ?
The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 .
Are you sure there are no more open classes ?
I'm positive .
Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday .
Okay , I'll sign you up .
Sure .
Well . It's not my taste . Would you please bring me a short sleeve ?
Thank you very much .
How much more do I have to pay ?
Compared to the shortest route , you may pay around 5 Euro more .
That's acceptable . No one wants to miss a train .
OK ... Here we are . We'll turn left at this cross . To go straight ahead is the shortest route .
Thank you !
Is it really worth paying for ?
I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter .
If it's any good , I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition .
It was many years ago , when I was a little child . It was the middle of the night , and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen . I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs , when ...
So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ?
It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ...
So what did you do ?
I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ...
Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ?
It moved slowly up the stairs , step by step , and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs , I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas . He had gone to get a late night snack .
Just a couple of days ago .
Could you recall when and where you lost it ?
I have no idea .
OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ?
That is my friend Tim who lives nearby .
OK . We will contact you as soon as we have any clues .
So why not come and join us ? Lee will come as well .
That's great . I will go hiking with you .
Okay .
Buy an expensive suit .
How expensive ?
The more expensive , the better .
I can ' t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ?
That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company .
How ?
If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine .
Is a white blouse okay ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes .
Black ?
Black is good .
White pantyhose ?
No . Dark or skin colored .
Jewelry ?
Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ' t wear too many pieces of jewelry .
How about make up ?
Not much make up .
Perfume ?
Yes , some . But be aware that different people may like different scents .
Well , we have some handmade products . Let me show you some .
They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive .
About how much were you planning to spend ?
No more than one hundred yuan .
Oh , in that case . This one is OK .
Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ?
OK . Wait for a moment , please .
How many miles to go ?
We're getting close .
Will we be there soon ?
Here we are .
Where's the hotel ?
It is in front of you .
I see that . That was a nice ride .
I'm glad to hear it .
What kind of music do you like ?
I like classical music . Do you ?
Not very much . Classical music sends me to sleep
I don't believe you .
It ' s true .
You are funny !
So are you ! How about another coffee ?
Of course , sir . We will press all the clothes when they are cleaned .
You really do a good job .
Good . We also have health insurance , bonus and paid vacation . When can you begin to work ?
What about early next week ?
Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes .
Yes , sir .
You can be assured of it .
I like to use shorthand note taking .
I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff .
Hmm . I never thought about it that way .
One time I tried just listening , no notes , no pictures . I think I really learned more that day .
So , what damage does ozone do to the environment ?
Well , it can cause smog , which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties .
Can a handset case be changed ?
Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it .
How many cases are accessible ?
There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all .
It's really going to be fresh all the time .
Well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit teahouses to associate with others , playing chess , chatting , or simply listening to operas .
What a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted by Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spending power either . Teahouses of today all feature a cozy , comfortable environment , and high-quality services , but can easily cost you a good deal -- just like a coffee bar .
Well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
That's fine . If you are travelling outside of Mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao we need to follow the SAFE rules . This means that you can exchange 2,000 USD or equivalent .
That sounds fine . I'll bring in my passport and everything tomorrow . Thanks .
Yeah , that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding .
Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday .
Okay , see you then .
Can you eat the stone ?
No . You would break all your teeth on it .
How much are these mangoes ?
The sale price today is $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside .
What country produces them ?
They come from tropical countries .
I bought it here three days ago .
Ah yes , I remember now .
Have your mechanics finished yet ?
No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it . Isn ' t that your car ?
Well , it was my car .
Didn't you have a crash ?
That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ?
Well , they're trying to repair it , sir . But to tell you the truth , you need a new car .
I'm Mary . I can't find my American literature class .
What room is it ?
It's 112 .
It's on the first floor by the nurse's office .
Thanks a lot , Brad . I've got to go before the bell rings .
Is a shop there ?
I'm not sure , you know I'm not familiar with the city , too .
Ok , I've entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the keys , right ?
That's right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren't very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
So , the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership .
Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules .
For example ?
They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other .
Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights !
Well , ping-pong is our national sport , and we just have to keep winning one honor after another . That's why many people think such rules acceptable . After all , they are funded out of taxpayers'money .
That's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ?
Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ?
No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go .
Yes , I guess I should try to use it .
Thank you very much for your kindness .
You are welcome . I'll be back with the warm water in a minute .
But it's the truth .
Do you have Ginkgo trees here ?
We don't have them here , I'm afraid . Ginkgo trees grow well only in cold weather .
What are these trees opposite to the pine trees ?
They are poplar trees . They are widely used in our lives .
I think I know that .
Great . You can move in next Monday . Your first month's rent is due then .
The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything . And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation .
Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ?
I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs .
One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ?
Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4 . 5 billion years ago .
But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans .
I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know .
I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there .
But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness , food storage , and a series of physiological effects .
I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved .
Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider .
I am also wondering about the pay .
Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ?
I am thinking that might be the case .
I think you should give it a shot . What do you have to lose ? You can always change your mind .
Like you and me !
And not expensive either .
Oh . I don't care about that .
Everybody's buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they are very fashionable , you see .
I'm afraid I'm not interested in fashion . There are so many other really important things in the world .
Does the article say anything about other language ? How will they survive in an English-speaking world ?
The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language .
Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ' t suddenly going to stop using those languages .
Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers .
In that case , I shall continue to learning a few basic phrases in other languages .
How about this one ?
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ?
All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ?
It looks good . But can I try it on ?
Of course . Let me help you .
Thanks . It ' s comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ?
$ 280 .
Ok . I'll take it . Here ' s the money .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
Well , sir , I was just hoping that I might be able to take some unpaid leave this year .
What dates are you planning on taking off ? I ' ll need at least two months notice , so that I can plan for your absence .
I was thinking of taking off from September first until the thirtieth . Would you be okay with that ?
Well , I guess so .
Oh , good . Irene , can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant ? Don't you like your present job ?
Frankly , some part of it I enjoy very much , but I prefer something more professional . It happens that I have a friend working here in this company . She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant . I felt very excited at this news . That's why I'm here .
Oh , sure . Credit card is fine .
If you act as our representative what would you do to safeguard our interest ?
I think , first of all , I would ask the consignee to produce survey report on loading , if they can't produce that I would suggest them to refer the case to their shipper . Meanwhile , bad weather could be agood excuse to refuse the responsibility .
Are you able to operate the telex ?
Yes , I used to dispatch telex to shippers and the consignee to inform them of changes of our schedule and other information .
Now can you tell me if you have a good command of both written and spoken English ?
When I was college , I passed Band Six of College English Test . All the foreign business men I've dealt with say my English is quite good .
If you are selected for the position , you must prepare to travel overseas frequently .
No problem , I love it . Thank you for granting me the interview .
Have you got a temperature ?
I think so . I feel very hot .
Let's see . Yes . You ' Ve got quite a high temperature .
I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts .
Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu .
Is it serious ?
No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine .
How often must I take it ?
Three times a day after meals .
Thank you , Doctor . Goodbye .
OK , Sir . Would that be Fixed or Current Deposit ?
Fixed .
And how long are you depositing for ?
For one year , that's what I usually do . Better interest , you know .
Sorry , but I've gotta run . Enjoy your food , and ring the service button if you need anything else !
did you have to pay a deposit ?
no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
how long is your contract for ?
that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
have you started looking again yet ?
not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
Certainly .
You are doing the waltz wonderfully well .
Thanks . I'm glad you say so . Oh , the music has stopped .
And that's it . You're done .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
Do you have your passport with you ? Or do you by any chance know the number ?
I don't have it to hand , but I know the number . It's 16211469 9 . Can you do anything , like stop the card for example ?
Let me repeat that back to you , 16211469 9 . That's just what I've done , Mr Kowalski , I've stopped your card temporarily .
But , what do I do if I need cash ?
You can go to any branch of IBA and request the Emergency Assistance Service . Everything will be taken care of , there's no need to worry .
Thank you so much . I'll find the nearest branch and come in tomorrow . Thanks again for all of your help .
Well , it looks like his encouragement paid off Rebecca . So how about extracurricular activities at University ?
Well I ' Ve always been keen on writing , so I became the editor for the University student newspaper , which I really loved . Also I volunteered for a group called Shelter , to help the homeless in York .
What did that involve ?
Providing warm meals and shelter , especially in the winter months . I found it really fulfilling to be part of that group .
I ' m sure . Okay , now let ' s move on to your work experience , shall we ?
Yes , okay .
That shouldn't be a problem .
Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
Yes , will that be possible ?
What time would you like us to deliver it ?
Is 2:30 Okay ?
Your delivery has been confirmed .
Thank you , and I'm sorry for the change of plans .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
So , is that a yes ?
Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ?
It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main .
Great ! I have a coupon for free popcorn at that theater !
Yeah , it can get pretty lonely over the holidays . When I first got here , I ' d get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home . I almost let it get to me , but then I started going out , keeping myself busy and before I knew it , I was used to to it .
I see what you mean , but I ' m still bummed out .
OK . how does this sound . let ' s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there !
You know , I could really go for that . You don ' t mind being my wingman for tonight ?
Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ' night out ... well kinda ...
Great ! I must warn you though , whatever happens , don ' t let me go on a drinking binge . Trust me , it ' s not a pretty picture !
Well , we could go to the newsagent's to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher's to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist's to pick up your prescription from the doctor .
I'll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
Fine , we'll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
Sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We're only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
Ok , let's go then !
Do you have any money ?
For what ?
For our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
You said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
What's the matter ?
We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes
Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ?
I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most .
ha , well , we have no choice .
But the bank should be closed so we shouldn't to be able to get any money .
Mmm , you may be right .
Do you think we ' ll need our overcoats ?
No . We couldn ' t possibly .
Why not ?
It will be summer . So it will be hot .
Is that very likely in England ?
Yes . It could happen .
Good-bye . Hope to see you soon again next year .
Don't forget to call us if you're in Tokyo .
Is it Wangfujing ?
No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing .
OK .
Please get ready .
Thank you .
We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready .
Is this where I get off ?
Yes .
Just take my umbrella in case of rain .
Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food .
Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain .
Me , too , haha .
Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand .
All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office .
It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair .
OK , after we finish our preparation , we'll go to the supermarket .
Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
Could you tell me when it will be back on ?
The cable should be running again in a couple of days .
In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience .
Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ?
It'll be free until it comes back on .
Thanks , I appreciate your help .
Thank you for all your patience .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I will write to you as soon as I get there .
It's horrible .
Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area .
Yes . How about donating some money ?
It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ?
Just find the answer through Internet .
Yes , let's do it now .
Yes , I can . You know Mr . Macready , the famous car dealer here in New York . He agreed to act as my guarantor of a loan in the sum of US $ l0 , 000 until the end of this year .
Good . He is a man of high standing . I think we can grant the loan you need after some further discussion . But I suggest you borrow on overdraft instead of on loan .
Yeah . It won't be much , but at least we ' ll have a monthly check when we get old .
Yeah , my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive .
Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it .
Really ? No , they couldn't . None of them would have jobs if they did .
It is ?
You're selling invoking subscriptions like nobody's business . And we don't even have a working demo yet .
I can't take the credit for that . I'm just Zina's assistant . She's the pro .
What type of girl is she ?
She is the mature , stable , feminine type . I hope one day I can marry her .
Oh , that's great . You're serious this time .
Can't you hang out with them , too ?
I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out .
Maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you .
I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her .
It can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you .
You're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore .
She's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend .
I've given her enough time . I'm over it now .
I still think you two should try to patch things up .
I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways .
How long have you known how to do that ?
I first learned how to do it in high school .
Did you take some sort of art class or something ?
That was my favorite class .
You have got to be talented .
Thanks .
If only I was talented .
You have a talent . You just don't know what it is yet .
Thanks . I'll call again when things get better at home .
You're welcome .
I am sorry , there is no window seat in the non-smoking room .
It doesn't matter , I will take an aisle seat .
You have to pay a small fee every time you overdraft .
What ' s the fee ?
The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft .
How is that a small fee ?
That fee should keep you from overdrafting .
I ' ll say .
Do you have any more questions ?
I don ' t need to know anything else . Thank you .
Your performance so far is not quite in line with what we expect for our executives . I hope I ' Ve made my point .
Why ? Are you kidding me ? A guy like that is hard to find . Few boys are so caring , so patient , and did I mention he is hottie ?
You really think so ?
Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ' s head over heels in love with you , too .
I sure hope so .
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
Sure .
It will be released next month .
So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages .
We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold .
Well , it's sounding good ! I'm looking forward to that .
The pipe is in my bathroom .
Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ?
The pipe has been leaking for a couple days .
You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ?
Yes , I ' m aware of that .
Is that all right ?
I just need the problem fixed .
I ' ll get started on it now .
I am afraid that I might not be doing all that well .
I'm seeing that you are doing OK in some areas , but not so well in others .
I think I could take better notes and read a little more .
You can greatly improve your grades by always reflecting on what you can improve on .
I'm working on it !
Just do your best and I am sure that you will see improvement .
That's where the shoe pinches .
You have made a big progress . Quitting smoking is not an easy job . But it will be rewarding in the long run .
Thank you for your suggestion .
You ' re welcome .
Well , about an hour or so .
Wow , that ' s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ?
No . I take public transportation . It's safer .
You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle .
Well , both have advantages and disadvantages .
If I remember right , she likes music , skiing , and reading .
You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ?
Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are .
Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert .
Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now .
Good ! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift .
But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days . There's no such program on this year .
Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal .
No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite .
And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' .
The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' .
I think producers are underestimating the audience . They should think of better ways to entertain the general public .
He got arrested all right .
If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison .
Yup , that's him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless .
I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He's still a millionaire .
That's the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail .
I know . And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years .
Yup , you got it . Criminals in America do a lot better if they're white-collar thieves .
So what's Michael Milliken up to these days ?
He's giving lectures on business at colleges .
What's the difference ?
There isn't much difference . But there is some difference . For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive . They have very lightweight materials . They ' re designed for serious runner
And what are running-shoe-style shoes ?
They look like running shoes . They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too . But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners . You can use them for exerce
But they aren't as light , right ?
That's right . If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe .
That's what I want . For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care .
But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money .
My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too .
Well , do what you like . There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though . You don't have to buy the most expensive .
I want the best . My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet .
Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ?
No , but she exercises more than me .
I really think you are stubborn about some things . But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes .
Here it is . This is what my sister has .
Yes , that's it . That's their top model .
I wonder if they have my size .
Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ?
Here in America , it's six .
Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars . Wow , what a waste of money !
It's none of your business . Let me try them on .
Start the car .
Which way do you want me to go ?
Take a left .
How far do you want me to go ?
I'll tell you when to stop .
Just make sure to tell me beforehand .
We're back now , so why don't you try parking ?
Well , that was fun . Let's do it again soon .
I like wild animals . I don ' t like spiders and snakes . I think spiders and snakes are disgusting .
I ' m fond of snakes . I think they ' re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ' s because they have so many legs .
I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur .
I agree . I ' m carry about mice . I think they ' re so cute !
really ? I don ' t see the attraction . I ' m afraid of mice .
Woo , that's quite convenient .
Do you prefer some specific style ?
Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design .
What kind of color tones do you like ?
Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright .
I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ?
I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing .
Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it .
No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ?
Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ?
Of course . This is my card . See you then .
Do you let me know where to get off ?
Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ' ll call out the stops .
Thank you .
No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
Do you think the plane will leave without me ?
No , I'll call the attendants at the gate to tell them that you are on your way .
Thank you so much . I really appreciate that .
It's beyond question . You can save it the same as a document .
I merely know how to send the direct letter . But I am not familiar with the attachment .
It's the same as usual . The only difference lies in that you need to paste the book as an attachment .
Can I mail the book if it is a large file ?
There are limitations to the capacity of an E-mail . Commonly it's no more than 4 MB .
What if it exceeds the capacity ?
You can divide it into several documents to mail . Or you can download the mentioned software from the warning .
You are right , Mary's father is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . I think he must spend much money .
Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ?
Yes . Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet .
Oh , I'll try to catch it .
I already tried that . Nothing seems to help .
Hey ! Where are you going ... ?
Coing out for a walk .
What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get the class .
I ' m sorry . This number has already been registered .
How about 560-436-8976 ?
This number is ok . It ' s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ?
As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ?
Sure .
Thanks .
The problem is you are too nervous . You want to have a strike so much , so you deliver the ball too hard . And when it comes to the I second roll , there's no pressure . That's why you could bowl all those spares .
Really ? I will try again .
How do you think of the weather today ?
I don't like the weather like this . Cold and rainy . Hope it become sunny as soon as possible .
I ' m going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag .
Afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks .
Yes , he ' s very good .. isn ' t he ? He told some funny stories too .
Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being very serious .
I think that she had a litter too much of the punch .
What did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong .
That ' s my little secret . Did you like the snacks that I prepared ?
Very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ' t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves .
That cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ' s that stain ?
All cleaned up . Are you ready to start on the washing up ?
She's beautiful . What's the price for Digital Barbie ?
Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29 . 95 plus tax .
Only $ 29 . 95 ? I'll buy it , of course .
Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ?
Thank you , but no . This will do it for now .
Tax brings your total to $ 32 . 42 . How would you like to pay ?
Cash , please .
Here's your change . Thank you .
I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
Can't you see the notes here ?
I'm sorry . I can't . What does the note say .
It says ' No smoking ' .
Sorry , I'm very near sighted .
Will you be able to make it ?
I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry .
What do you have to do ?
I'm having dinner with my family
Maybe you can come next time .
I'll make sure and come to your next party .
I'll look for you at my next party .
I'll be there .
Are you sure we weren't supposed to get off already ?
I don't know .
I thought you knew where we get off at .
I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop .
Seriously ?
Yeah , we definitely missed our stop .
That's the last time I get on a bus with you .
My bad . sorry !
Right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there .
Then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
We can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
This path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
Yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
Then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
That ' s right .
How long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
That ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
Yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bought the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Well . In that case we can offer you a private educational loan .
What's the interest rate ?
It's 7 . 2 % , fixed-rate loan .
How do I go about taking it out ?
Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify .
All right , thank you !
Well . I have nearly forgotten . Mr Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me , but I will be very busy at that time . If he calls , you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week .
I will leave a memo for you , sir .
I loved it , too . To tell you the truth , I even dropped tears .
Actually , tears also came to my eyes .
It has got this year's Oscar Award .
It deserves it . The film gave us a lot of inspiration .
It ' s a chilly day folks , so don ' t forget your coats ! What about tomorrow Kenny ? Do you have good news for us ?
Well , it ' ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah . we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South . we ' ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees .
You heard it folks ! It ' s gonna be a cold one !
That ' s right Bill . We will have more later on today on the six o ' clock news . That ' s the weather forecast for this morning .
Well . Since you ' d like an honest answer , I will tell you the truth .
Alright . What is that you want to tell me ?
We ' Ve won two free tickets to Hawaii for a seven-day vacation !
What ? Are you serious ? Oh , my gosh ! There will be guys everywhere .
I have never used an ATM before .
I can show you how to use it .
How do I use it ?
You need to push your card into the machine .
What ' s next ?
Enter your PIN .
What else do I have to do ?
Every option you can choose will appear on the screen . That ' s about it .
How many people are there in your family ?
There are four people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My husband , my mother-in-law , my daughter and I .
Come on , Han Maimed , don ' t make a fuss . A lot of Americans , including many scientists , believe in religion .
But I ' m really surprised . I thought science and religion are not compatible , are they ?
Yes , they are compatible . Actually , the U . S . is both the most developed and the most religious country in the world .
I've heard about it a little bit before , but I don ' t understand . How can people believe in God since they know God doesn't exist ?
That ' s a little complicated . You ' ll get to know it when you are acquainted with the U . S . history later on . Religion was and is a part of American people ' s life . Guess what ? Even Harvard University , which is a highly academic institution , is in a sense the product of religion .
Really ?
Absolutely ! It was founded by a group of Puritan immigrants from England .
Why was it founded by the Puritans ? Where were the atheistic educators ?
Because most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans .
How come ? I mean why most of them were religious people ?
That ' s because in the 16th and 17th century , there was a series of religious reforms in England . Many religious separatists were persecuted and fled to other countries .
So , you mean people didn't enjoy religious freedom in England ?
Yes , that's why Puritans moved to the New World , where they believed they could establish a heaven for Puritans . Later on , it was these Puritans who founded Harvard College .
Why did they want to found a college ?
Many Puritans had received classic style of higher education in Oxford University and Cambridge University back in England . They hoped that their descendants could receive this kind of education as well .
Oh , I see .
Actually Harvard was first named ' New College ' , without a formal name .
When did it begin to be called Harvard University ?
In 1639 , it was renamed after its major benefactor John Harvard . Interestingly , JohnHarvard himself was a clergyman .
It seems that Harvard was predestined to be influenced by religion .
Therefore , it ' s not exaggerate to claim that had there not been religion , there would note Harvard .
Wow , I didn ' t know that religion had played such an important role in Harvard history .
Religion has been playing an indispensible part in Harvard history as well as the U . S .
I finally begin to get to know Harvard . It seems that my knowledge of Harvard is rather poor . I have a lot work to do before applying for Harvard .
Remember that Harvard is a part of the United States . So you have to know the U . S . history and culture if you want to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard . The two are closely related .
That ' s right . I have a lot to learn from you .
You can ask me any question at any time .
At 9 thirty-six . And the 9 eighteen gets to London at 9 fifty-five , the 10 thirty-two at 11 nine .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19 and the next is at 19 forty .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Great , I'm glad we'll be able to do business together . I'll have some quotations ready for you by tomorrow morning .
Fine . As well , would you mind if I asked to see the Loyd's surveyor report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
so what happened in the meeting ?
one or two people didn ' t take to my ideas very well . That was to be expected . The worst thing was that the people who said the idea were good before the meeting didn ' t support me during the meeting .
I wonder why not . We could always revise the suggestions , to take into account any objections .
that ' s good advice , but I ' m not confident that even revised proposals will be accepted .
may I make a suggestion ?
sure . I ' m open to any reasonable suggestions .
Is there a chance you could contact the client confidentially and see what they think ? If they like your ideas , perhaps they could put them forward as their own proposals . You won ' t get credit for ide
I ' m not sure that ' s a good idea .
go on . Take a chance . You could just hint at your idea . The client should be smart enough to take a hint .
Yeah , you're right . We've got to get the most popular phrases there ... How else can we boost site traffic ?
I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out .
I guess we could also put out a few advertisements for our website inside of the search engine . I would like to find the most effective way to let people know about our site and our products .
How much is the cancellation fee ?
Five Yuan .
Thanks .
Yes , that's OK . I'm glad to get started .
If you have any further questions , just ask me .
OK . Thank you very much .
You are welcome . Have a nice day .
So , if all this is agreeable to you , I'll put it all down on paper and fax a contract to you this afternoon . If you can get a signed version of the contract we've agreed upon back to me by tomorrow morning , we can go ahead and make arrangements to ship the product on Tuesday .
Great !
How did you feel about the food ?
The food wasn't all that exciting .
I don't think that the service was good , either .
Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience .
Would you like to return to this restaurant ?
Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down .
Sure !
Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous .
Superman is not afraid of any danger .
Do you remember the rules of road safety ?
What ?
Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side .
Don't play on the street or make any noise .
Yes , so you still remember , ah .
Dear Mom , please permit of superman's naughty .
Well , gentleman . Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK .
That sounds just wonderful to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about this afternoon ?
Fine . I'll be expecting you around two .
I hope that the owners aren ' t insulted by that offer .
Your offering price is not out-of-line . The owners will either take it or make a counter-offer .
Does it usually take very long for the owners to get back to you with an acceptance ?
It usually doesn ' t take very long for owners to respond to an offer .
Should I be in touch with my bank to tell them to get the loan papers ready ?
The only thing you should do now is relax . You already are pre-qualified for your loan .
What's that ?
I eat more and more these days . And it puts even more weight on me .
It's not good to start with too much work-out at the beginning . What about trying something else ?
I'd love to do that . What do you recommend ?
More and more people are warm up to Yoga these days . Do you want to have a try ?
Do you think it's a good option for health and relaxation ?
Absolutely . But it takes great perseverance to master .
I can so that .
Here is a free class going on right over there . Go and join them .
How did it go ?
Everything was okay when it started , but the music made me drowsy . So I think I may have dozed off for a minute over there .
I believe it was declined .
You ' re kidding me !
Do you have another card I could try ?
I only have one card .
Do you have cash , perhaps ?
I don ' t have any cash on me .
You ' re not going to be able to take these items today .
I ' ll be back tomorrow .
Yeah . I think I can find it .
You're back already . That sure was quick .
That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me .
Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time .
Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway .
Okay , let's go !
Yes . I can't even find a seat .
Let's keep in touch .
OK . I'll drop you a line as soon as I get there .
Well , you can give her a set of pearl earrings , or this beautiful heart-shaped pendant . What is her favorite gemstone ?
That purple one . I ' m sorry ... I ' Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ' m kind of nervous .
Don ' t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ' s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ' s a great statement piece .
Oh ... wow . That ' s really pretty . Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ?
We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece -- it ' s both glamorous yet functional . If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her .
Jess ? Well , she ' s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ' s very feminine ...
Perhaps you could give her a ring ?
Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ' Ve just been so nervous .
Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose !
Okay , I ' Ve decided . I ' m going to pop the question !
Fabulous ! We should look at engagement rings then ! Now that ' s a whole other section .
Yes . I have to drive to Washington D . C .
What bad luck !
Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ?
Yeah , maybe you are right !
No , that's not mine .
What about this one ? This one's got a label .
Let me see it .
What's you name and address ?
David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street .
That's right . D . N . Hall . 83 . Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Hey !
What ' s the matter ?
This case doesn't belong to me ! You've given me the wrong case !
No , mine !
Thank goodness !
I've just had it repainted .
That's terrible .
I am sorry to say this , sir , but you should've been more careful .
I apologize for that . But the space is too small .
What about the damage to my car ? What are you gonna do about that ?
Can we solve this later ? I am calling the insurance company .
OK . I gotta call mine too .
Our school did . They played really well .
Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go .
Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting .
So what was the score ?
The score was 101-98 .
Man , that was a really close game .
That's what made it so great .
I'll make sure and make it to the next one .
Around five thirty .
This afternoon ?
Yes . May I ask who's calling ?
This is his friend , Greg .
Okay . I'll tell him you called .
Thanks .
I can predict it will have the largest circulation in one or two years .
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
Good idea . Thanks a billion .
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
Thank you .
You like the rain ?
The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it .
I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner .
I love most how it is at night after it rains .
How come ?
You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains .
I would love for it to rain today .
I would too .
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Did you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
Would you open this suitcase , please ?
Sure .
Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ?
Yup .
Is this camera a gift for someone ?
No , it's my camera for personal use .
You have to pay tax for this camera .
No , please don't . It's is for my personal use .
You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera .
Almost all are for my friends in the States .
Just a moment , sir , while I look through our list . Yes , we do have a reservation for you , Mr . Bradley . Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you ?
Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ?
Sure . Here you are .
What should I fill in under the room number ?
You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on .
Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly .
Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ?
Oct 24th .
Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk .
Ok , I will take good care of it .
And now if you are ready Mr . Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room .
Yes , I am ready . Thank you .
I hope you enjoy your stay with us .
I will try .
I've always wanted to go to Paris . The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world ! Did you go to the top ?
That was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ?
Sure . What's this one a picture of ?
Oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city .
You don't look very happy in that picture .
No , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces !
So what did you do ?
We spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel .
My travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ?
Of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though .
That's what everyone says ! I can't wait to see it for myself some day .
I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keep up the cutthroat competition . If you can't beat'em , join'em .
Maybe we could start with the Design Department . And then we could look at the production line .
How much do you spend on design development every year .
About 10 % of the gross sales .
That's fine .
Sounds like a good idea .
We propose to deliver 50 % in June and the balance in Aug .
I agree with your proposal .
What do you mean by this ? You can ' t do the two things at the same time .
Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ' re competent . Don ' t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ' re talking big .
I see .
Try to be natural , alert and interested .
You ' Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much .
My pleasure . Good luck to you .
All you need to do is sign up at any one of our branches and you can use the service right away .
That's so simple . I'll come by my local branch later this afternoon and get it set up . Thank you very much , Tina .
It's a pleasure . Thanks for calling Lincoln Bank .
I am fine . What have you been doing ?
Working . I've been really busy these days . I got a promotion .
That's great , congratulations !
Thanks . I am feeling pretty good about myself too . You know , bigger office , a raise and even an assistant .
That's good . So I guess I'll have to make an appointment to see you .
You are kidding .
How long have you been working there ?
A bit over two years . This is a fast-moving company , and seniority isn ' t the only factor in deciding promotions .
How do you like your new boss ?
She is very nice and open-minded .
Much better than the last one , huh ?
Yeah . He was a real slave driver . He probably would have loved it if we were robots .
Forget about him . Come over to my house tonight . Let's get drunk .
Good . Tonight 8 o'clock .
8 it is . See you then .
Bye .
Then how about the wine ? Is white wine OK ?
Yes , please .
Autumn is also very nice In Washington .
Is it very cold in winter there ?
No . it isn ' t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter .
Does it rain a lot in summer there ?
Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily
How about here in Beijing ?
There ' s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn
I feel it ' s rather dry here
That ' s true . many people from the south don ' t like the whether here .
Are you from south ?
No . I ' m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually .
I see . So this is your hometown ?
That's incredible !
I'm from Long Island , New York . What about yourself ?
I'm from the other side of the coast--Los Angeles .
Wow . I really like California ... the weather there is much better than the East Coast .
Have you been to California ?
Just once . Quite a few years ago we took the kids to Disneyland on our vacation . They had a blast .
How many kids do you have ?
Two , a boy and a girl . They ' re already grown now .
Well , California ' s changed over the last little while . You should come back out sometime .
Mm -- hmm . You met him last summer . He is small and very smart .
Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ?
Yes .
My roommate's having a party .
Sorry , I've no idea .
I understand that . But I think maybe it's not a date . You are taking the matter too much to heart .
Maybe . But it still gets on my nerves .
Well , first of all , I ' Ve decided to stop smoking . It ' s not that I ' m pinching pennies or anything , it ' s just that I ' Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ' s time to stop .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
In about 3 to 4 days .
Well , in that case please give me some free drink .
Wait a minute , I will bring you some juice .
This lamb's very good .
I like lamb , but my husband doesn't .
What about some steak ? This is a nice piece .
Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too .
Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice .
No , thank you . My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken .
To tell you the truth Mrs . Bird , I don't like chicken , either !
Oh really ? I have an uncle who is also terrified of flying . It ' s not that bad though , I mean , it is pretty scary to be in this big machine flying through the air at seven hundred miles per hour . I actually have arachnophobia .
You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia .
I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad .
Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak .
Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds .
We are such weirdos right ?
I voted for him .
I have complete confidence in our new President .
Is that right ?
I know he will help change America .
I hope so , because America needs a change .
I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected .
I agree with you completely .
I ' m not worried about our country now that it ' s in his hands .
Is there an additional surcharge for the gym ?
No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in .
What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ?
The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day .
Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ?
Unfortunately , no . If you want a trainer , you'll have to use another gym .
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
You didn't ?
Nobody has told me anything about your party .
Did you want to go ?
When does it start ?
At 8
I'll be there .
I'd better see you there .
Of course .
Yes Sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill up these forms , please ?
The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ?
Yes , Sir . That's correct .
Son , it looks great on you .
Do you have your medical history sheet with you ?
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
I've been fed up with study .
But whether you like it or not , there ' s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively .
Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ?
You have no choice , so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time .
OK , please .
Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ?
Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt .
It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think .
It's been several days now , I am not sure .
Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go .
Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ?
I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time .
OK , I will .
This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time .
Thanks a lot .
Hope to see you again . We will provide the best service .
Come on , dear . I know you mustn ' t forget it .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
His records have been sold out . The new copies will be available next week .
Oh . it's too late . Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look .
So I can't take my gun then .
Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun .
Yes , it's true I don't .
You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested !
What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ?
No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much .
I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI . But how long does the White House tour last ?
I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour .
Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast .
First I want to look in the travel guide . Maybe they don't have tours in the morning .
That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ?
No , I'm fine .
For how long ?
I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks .
Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ?
After I've eaten , it goes away for a while .
Do you feel nauseous ?
Yes , occasionally .
Do you have regular bowel movements ?
I think so .
Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much .
Is it serious ?
Not too serious , but it'll take you some time to recover , so you'll need to be patient .
No , we don't .
Ok , I'll use my Visa . Here you are .
Thank you ... please sign on the line .
What line of business are you in ?
I import canned food .
The nation is switching to digital TV .
Oh . Of course I'm ready .
Did you buy the converter ?
No , I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV .
How much was that ?
It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen .
Does it pick up any digital channels ?
Oh , yes . I get six Korean channels but nothing in English !
Please let me have your name and your savings account number if you remember it .
I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number .
Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000
Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account .
OK .
Do you eat any special food for the festival ?
Yes , dumpling is a must . There is also other food . For example , people eat chicken for good luck .
That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ?
Yes , it's really wonderful !
Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing .
I'm sure you'll have a good time .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
Are you ? Who's the lucky girl ?
Her name is Jenny .
How did you meet her ?
We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other .
What do you like best about her ?
She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time .
I guess it was fate working to bring you together .
Whatever brought us together , I'm happy .
There are a few things that we want to do to the place , like painting and carpet cleaning .
Take advantage of the house being empty to clean and paint . It will be harder to do after the furniture and appliances have arrived .
I asked the store to deliver my new appliances on the day we are moving in .
That will be good . You are going to want your stove and refrigerator right away .
I could use some help on moving day . What are you doing on Saturday ?
I think I am getting a fever and will be too sick to help you . Here , feel how hot my head is !
Oh , I learned that he is also a legendary violinist .
Absolutely right . He gave a performance of Felix Mendelssohn's violin concerto . That caused a sensation . The audience were stunned by his pure tone .
Obviously you did enjoy the concert .
Yes , I did .
I proposed to my wife in your restaurant and I would like the same table if I can .
Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ?
It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf .
You're in luck . We still have that little table .
OK . May I see your ID card ? ( B passed his ID card . ) Please wait for a moment . Let me go and check the account . ( A few minutes later . ) We have locked your card . You can come here to renew the account and get a new card a week later . Your money will not be lost .
Thank goodness .
Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge .
OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later .
See you !
That's a great idea . Let's go ... Oh , the dance hall looks very nice and the music is wonderful .
I'm glad you like it . The band is called " Four and One " . They are especially good at playing rock and roll .
That's great ! I love to dance to fast music .
Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ?
Yes , disco dancing is my favorite . It ' s great fun and good exercise as well .
OK . Let's disco .
Now the band is playing a slow dance .
That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ?
Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance .
All right . Let me get you something to drink .
Do you know what the responsibilities are for a stewardess ?
The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important .
Are you in good health ?
I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition .
Have you had any nursing experience ?
Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital .
How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ?
My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems .
What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing .
If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ?
I'll try to speak in another language or I'll try my best to use gestures and draw pictures .
Oh really ? I ' ll come along with you if that ' s ok .
Sure , you ' re more than welcome . I ' m meeting everyone at three o ' clock .
Oh great , I ' ll see you there !
Congratulations !
Thank you .
How many employees do you have in this plant ?
500 . We ' re running on three shifts .
Does the plant work with everything from the raw material to the finished product ?
Our associates specializing in these fields make some access - ries . Well , here we ' re at the production shop . Shall we start with the assembly line ?
That ' s fine .
Please wait a moment . I'll check it in the computer . Thanks for your waiting . You've booked 10 standard rooms for trade negotiation for March 5th , 6th and 7th , is it correct ?
Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ?
Let me check the reservation list . Fortunately , we have just 10 standard rooms available for the three days .
Well , hang in there . In twenty years , you ' ll fell it was well worth it !
I have been at the job I now have for 2 years , and I have been with the company for 6 years total .
Do you receive any other income ?
I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit .
Do you know what your credit score is ?
I don ' t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good !
You are in good shape . Figuring in your other expenses , you can easily afford a house costing seven hundred thousand or maybe even a little more !
I am heading for the library . I've got a research project to do . How about you ?
I'm going to the English class . It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run .
See you later , alligator .
After a while , crocodile .
Yeah , especially since she got a promotion recently .
I don't know . Maybe it ' s some kind of personal problem .
good idea . that ' s why i think i have culture . you have any other suggestions ?
what's the matter with these ideas ?
They are good , but i still need a few more .
what about going on a picnic ?
Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ?
you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ?
they are all good .
I don't think so . That way it would lose all the charm . I want it to be a surprise . I want to show her that I care about her and I hope our friendship will last .
yeah , that's nice .
hmm , I think I've got an idea . Maybe I can get her an ever-green plant to take back home .
a plant ? That's creative . I'm sure ever time she waters it she'll think of you . But there is a problem . Do you think it'll be able to go through the customs ?
I hope so . I'll make sure to get a small one so she can put it into her suitcase . I hope it won't cause her trouble at the border .
I don't know . I think the idea of a plant going across borders with a friend is really exciting but maybe seeds would be safer . You don't want to get her in trouble .
No , we walked . Why , do you need us to carry some stuff home later ?
No , it's just that it's a holiday . With everyone out partying , there's a lot of drunk driving .
Thank you . But I will call her later .
OK . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Oh , is that so ? Well , then . Let me show you something she might like . It's on our back lot .
This is a Porsche !
Yes . Beautiful , isn't it ?
But I probably can't afford it . It must be really expensive .
Well , sir . You said you were looking at cars at the rental agency at the airport . Now with them you'd spend your money and get nothing for it . But you could probably rent this Porsche from us , for the same price as one of their standard cars .
But how can you do that ?
It's because our prices are so good . And this car has a lot of miles on it . But it's in nice shape , isn't it ?
Yes , it almost looks new .
It's a little green post-it note , stuck right in the middle of my computer screen .
And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ?
It says , Zina , I like how you rhumba . An admirer .
Okay , I'll go take a look . Thank you so much for your help .
Don't mention it .
In the van .
What about other expenses ?
Let ' s see . Gas , food , recreation , we won ' t spend much . Come on . Don ' t hesitate . We need to get out of the house once in a while . We have been working hard , haven ' t we ?
Maybe you ' re right . When do you plan to go ?
The sooner the better ! I can ' t wait !
Oh , I don ' t know where we ' re going yet .
As long as we ' re going , you can decide where to go . I trust your judgments . I know you miss Chinese food , so we can eat at a Chinese restaurant this time .
Let ' s go to Chicago . We can have lunch in Chinatown . Then we can go to a ball game at Wrigley Field !
Half an hours later .
Speaking of plane tickets , don't forget to check on the reservations !
OK .
Ah , yes . I remember now . Were you Mr . John ' s dinner partner last month ?
Yes , I was . You work for 3M , right ?
I did but now I ' m for Microsoft . How are things with you ?
Good .
May I know what you do ?
I ' m a fashion designer . Next month , I have a fashion show . I ' d love it if come . I can get you a couple of tickets . So you can bring a friend if you like .
Sure . That would be great . Good luck .
Thank you .
he ' s fine , but he had a fever last week . He probably just had a cold .
he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ' s her allergy .
I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ' s got jetlag now . she ' s just resting today , but we ' ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow .
it ' s nice that she ' s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look .
oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling .
that ' s a good idea . You ' Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand .
yes , I banged it against to cooker yesterday . It really hurt , but it ' s OK now . the bruise will disappear soon .
Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ' s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ' s begin ! I need a volunteer .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
Of course .
That's great ! What time will it start at ?
At 6 o'clock .
OK . I'll come . See you then .
See you .
It is just pop song , you could have sung there too if you want it .
Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well .
Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ?
No , but tell me some . I am interested .
Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition .
Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ?
I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train .
But I still prefer the pop music in the subway .
Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values .
Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ?
Not well enough , but I'm learning .
The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance .
It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ?
40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day ..
Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ?
We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day .
Is there probation ?
No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week .
That ' s way too much .
What is good for you ?
I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent .
That ' s not high enough .
How much more are you thinking ?
I can let it go at $ 900 a month .
That ' s almost perfect .
I can live with that too .
But journalism , it is a very different profession from administration . You know a lot about administration . Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers ?
I study the administration . Yes . But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news .
A new reporter must expect to work many hours .
I know that starting reporters work many hours . I'm very willing to take on the challenge .
Today's rate is 821 . 32 USD to 100 RIB , which isn't bad .
That sounds pretty good . OK , I'll change 500 USD today , thanks .
is everything ready now ?
almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive .
have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job .
yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet .
it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive .
that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception .
I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available .
thank you .
my pleasure .
Well , it's listed on the electronic board on the left . We cash it at present traveler's check buying rate .
Oh , I see . How much it the service charge ?
The service charge is 1 % of the total amount of the check .
Well , I'd like to cash these four checks for $ 100 each .
Would you please countersign them here ?
OK , there you are .
And your passport please .
Oh , I forgot to bring it . It is in my hotel room .
Sorry , sir . We can't cash the checks for you without your passport .
Well , thanks . I will come again this afternoon , then .
Have you got a new one ?
Mmmm , no . How about you ?
I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you .
Haha , so you are my E-bf .
I like you . Do you agree to be my of ?
Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be .
Wow ! Blablablabla . . .
Hey ! What is it ?
I am flying like a bird .
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I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne .
I have no champagne right now . How about this ?
It's OK , so I send you this .
Is it made of chocolate ?
It's my heart ; it's made of what you like .
Oh , I will have a sweet dream .
Are you sleepy ?
A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to .
Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office .
Thx . Bye for now . Kisssssssssss .
C U here , honey .
That's funny , I didn't know a big fellow like you could be so soft and timid on the inside .
Hey , how would you like to taste my fist ?
Alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ?
Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on .
That is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies .
Yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy .
The Notebook is this type of movie .
Really ? I haven't heard of it .
Well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it .
Ok . I can't wait to see it . Let's go !
Here , take my credit card .
Just sign here , please .
Sure . Here you go .
Here's your receipt . Have a nice day .
Yeah , that ' s right . SO what are you studying ?
Business management
That sounds interesting .
How long have you lived here ?
I have lived here for twenty years .
Twenty years ! That's a long time .
Yes , I have been here since 1976 .
Then why do you want to sell it ?
Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country .
How much does this house cost ?
6850 pound .
That's a lot of money !
It's worth every penny of it .
Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first .
Women always have the last word .
Yes , a single , thanks .
Do you mind being next to the elevator ?
Actually , I ' d prefer not to be .
Jade ones .
OK , here they are .
What's the price for this one ?
Eight hundred yuan .
How about seven hundred yuan ?
I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices .
OK . I'll take it .
I want games that are all luck .
I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines .
Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice .
So what do you want to play then ?
Blackjack . We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars .
Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet !
Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas .
Yes , and if I stay with you , we will have to walk back home to New York . Because we will lose all our money and our plane tickets too !
Gee ! You are really strong-willed .
You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong .
Well , I'd better not tempt you . Otherwise , if I give you a piece of cake , you might ask for a glass of milk .
No , but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work .
Are you going to go right away ?
I am leaving right now .
All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up .
Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of .
Goodbye , and try not to miss any more school .
Well , that necklace isn't bad .
Which one ?
That blue one right there . How much is it ?
It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive !
Hey , let me get it for you . It's your birthday present .
I think I'll use my credit card .
Your signature here , please , and we're finished .
Here's my John Hancock .
Bye-bye . Visit us again soon !
Thank you very much . By the way , where are the vegetables ?
In aisle 3 .
Yes , you must put yourself on a diet .
Then after a few beers , you'll be singing in Taiwanese ?
Maybe ...
And what would you like to have for the main course
Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ?
Apple , banana and strawberry pie .
Then a piece of apple pie , please .
And what would you like for dessert ?
Icecream , please .
What flavor would you like ?
orange
Thank you . I'll bring your order right away .
Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
Yeah , my wife likes that one , too . Personally , I prefer action movies .
Yeah , but she looks amazing .
So what's the movie about ?
Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat .
Huh ?
I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil .
I see . Batwoman married the boss ?
No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature .
Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ?
No , Sharon Stone did .
And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ?
Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying ?
I feel much better , but I'm still worried about something .
What's that ?
Well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic .
That's annoying , but nothing to worry about .
For me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ?
Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset .
Ok , I'll try that .
Is there anything else bothering you ?
Just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do .
Do you have any other plans this weekend ?
I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday .
Try not to take on more than you can handle .
You're right . I probably should just work on my paper . Thanks !
Would you please put it on the scale ?
OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ?
The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ?
First-class .
For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos .
How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ?
Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane .
If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ?
If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight .
I see . Thank you very much for your information .
You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please .
Goodbye !
I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys !
Yeah , you're right . Good night .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall .
I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ?
That would be a great choice !
I'll trust your taste and take one order of that .
We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price .
In that case , we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice .
No , could I also get some extra towels and soap too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels .
I'll have someone bring that up right away . How would you like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes .
Isn't there anything else ?
I have no idea .
You must have a high IQ score .
Well , Jerry , let me tell you a secret .
Go ahead .
My IQ score is slightly above average .
Seriously ? But you are such a genius .
Maybe I've got a higher EQ . I'm not sure .
Well , perhaps you're right . Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ .
You can say that again , Jerry . And I'm sure you're high in both of them . With a little more time cracking the books , you can also get high marks .
OK , thank you . I'm going to the library , are you coming ?
Let's go !
Ok , I will .
So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out .
Don't pull my leg .
This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ?
Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now .
Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ?
I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed .
Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise .
Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself .
He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy .
Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato .
Who knows !
It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ?
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Predictable ! How ! Come on Dick , It ' s a G-rated movie ! It ' s for the kids ! It ' s not a thriller !
Well , that ' s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ' s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ' s just too cliche .
How can it be cliche ? It ' s a fable ! It ' s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love .
You have always been so soft , Dave !
Open your heart Dick . Don ' t shut us out .
Anyway ... That ' s all for today folks ! Join us next time as we talk about & quot , How to lose a guy in 10 days & quot , I ' m sure you ' ll love that one Dave !
Perhaps . I'm dead tired .
He said that career in law was unsuitable for a women .
It is stupid to say so .
Why ? You seem pretty sure about it .
Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life .
But IQ is decided at birth . One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it .
That's why people's achievement varies greatly .
That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them .
Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ?
I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives .
Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ?
Just as Forrest ?
Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ .
I got it .
Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker ? What about Bob ? Everybody loves Bob . Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green , he is a great co-worker .
You're right . He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects . The only thing he's lacking in is experience .
Maybe that's why he's so nice !
Yes . I have been a guide for two years .
OK . Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide . If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ?
I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip .
If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ?
No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings .
Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company .
Thank you . It's my honor .
Really ? I hope we will do much better under her guidance .
I am sure we will .
well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit tea
what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend
well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
Here is my credit card .
The goods in the yard sale are really cheap . I will take it .
I'm sorry , sir , but may I see your driver's licence and insurance policy , please ? I have to give you a ticket .
Here they are .
Sign here , please . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Please drive safely , sir .
Thank you , Ma'am .
Now they are collected by some volunteers , and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters .
What are you saying ? You are acting weird today .
I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too .
Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me .
That's all right . At least I got myself left .
Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel .
I hope that he would grant me with that .
Hope so .
Relax , it was just a goat !
And that ?
It ' s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later .
What was that ?
Honey , seriously , It ' s just a sheep . Relax !
Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable .
You know what ? I don ' t think I can hack it here out in the countryside . I ' m going back to the city !
What ' s strength do you bring to the job ?
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
When can I get it ?
Three days later .
Thank you , see you then .
Bye-bye .
Really ? Tell me without delay .
First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name .
Well , I see .
Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence .
It's easy to write those .
You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on .
Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy .
You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter .
What should I write except these ?
You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter
OK , I will remember .
Sorry , just a moment . The name is Caxton ...
No , it's Caxton .
Fine , I've got that . And your company is ...
Rosedale Investments .
Could you spell that , please ?
It's R , O , S , E , D , A , L , E .
Thank you . And the message ?
It's about an invoice which is wrong .
Have you got the number there ?
Um ... yes ... it's 856674 / ros .
856674 .
That's right .
OK , I'll get someone to phone you first thing in the morning .
Thank you very much .
That sucks . He must feel depressed .
Yeah . He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days .
Why don't we take him out ? We can try to take his mind off of it . In the least show him that we're there for him .
That's a great idea . Why don't you call him . I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else .
Ok . I'll call you back after I'm done .
Sounds good .
It ' s not easy , particularly with listening and speaking , because sometimes the connection isn ' t too good .
I bet you find the character difficult to write !
Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ' re easy for me .
So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ?
Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ?
In a way , it ' s similar to your experience of learning Chinese . Some Spanish words are very similar to English ones . But I need to practise listening to native speakers and saying the words myself .
Good . Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants ?
Yes . They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant .
Then why are you hesitating ?
You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted .
One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship .
Maybe you are right .
Don't worry . You'll do better next time .
That means he was head over heels in love with you .
Well , he indeed likes me .
But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question .
No , he is the sort of man who likes to hide his candle under a bushel .
W-Y-A-T-T , Mark Wyatt .
W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ' t heard of the name . Could you hold on the line when I check .
No problem .
Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them ?
No , sir . We left directly from the hostel .
Are these four pieces all your luggage ?
Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons .
You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons .
Right . Thanks .
Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half .
Thanks .
Have a nice flight .
There ' s a possibility . What do you say ?
That ' s not a bad idea . Bet after all you should get some sound financial guarantee .
I wish he could too .
How ' s your boy , Jack ?
He ' s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up .
Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ' t they ?
Good luck to them .
And your company name , please .
He knows who I am .
Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ?
I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today .
Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called .
Thank you .
I ' d rather you typed it .
Do you want to tell her ?
I ' d rather you told her .
That will be six dollars . Out of ten-seven , eight , nine , ten . Thank you .
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
Thank you for your hospitality . I hope I didn ' t cause you too much trouble during my stay .
You are most welcome .
I ' m afraid I have to go now . The plane will take off soon .
Call us as soon as you got home .
Ha-ha . I get it . That's funny . Your cousin's a real sarcastic lady .
She likes to complain about her macho husband and her " bambinos " , but she loves them all dearly .
I don't know . My friend told me it was a touching movie .
And to drink ?
I ' ll have a diet coke , please .
Is this dine-in or take-out ?
Take-out , please .
Select ' pay multiple beneficiaries ' , here ... then select ' pay from the account ' in the drop down menu ... OK , good . Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference .
Yes , I've got that here ...
And your statement reference and the payment amount . Click on next , then ' pay beneficiaries ' . That's it ! All done .
Not for me , Dick .
What do you mean ?
Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates .
Yes ?
The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits .
OK .
Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate .
I see .
I have good news for you . You ' Ve got an interview . Can you come to the Human Resources Office on Thursday at 9 30 am ?
wow ! That ' s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ?
345 Stony Creek Avenue .
Thank you very much . I ' ll be there on time .
Excellent . I ' ll see you on Thursday at 9 30 .
I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu .
What ! One hundred U . S . dollars . Is it covered by the insurance ?
I'm afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
OK , thanks . Anything I can do for you ?
I need to remit £ 500 to London .
Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ?
T / T , please .
Very well , Mr . Jones .
What do you do there ?
Mostly office work - filing and so on .
How long is the assignment ?
Till the end of the month .
Sounds like you really learned a lot .
I did ... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared .
Sometimes I think Oscars are only awarded to movies that make a lot of money .
I ' d like to wish you every success in your new venture .
Thank you . I wish I would .
Good luck to you .
I ' m speaking French . Don ' t you know anything ?
What ' s wrong with speaking English ?
Well , I just got back from my language school . We have to speak French all day there . No English allowed !
What are you doing that for ?
I ' m trying to learn new skills . It makes me more qualified for a good job .
Good for you .
It ' s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ?
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
What did I mess up on ?
You did mess up a little on one thing .
Tell me .
You had a little trouble on your parallel parking .
That's not easy for me .
That's something that you really need to work on .
Am I still going to get my license ?
You're still going to get it .
All right . The fitting room is over there .
How much should I pay ?
$ 100 . But we will charge you $ 200 as a deposit .
Really ? What kind of problems ?
Well , off the record , of course , but I hear that he's got terrible debts . He has his own company , and it's not going very well .
Really ? Well , I hate to say this , but I'm not surprised .
Really ? What makes you say that ?
Well , he doesn't look very honest .
I know , that's the problem . He can't find any customers . It's a pity , really , because his products are very good . Oh , that reminds me . Did I tell you about my new laptop ?
Oh , don't talk to me about laptops . Mine crashed on Friday and I lost everything . I hate them .
Oh , really ?
Look , I need another drink . Do you want one ?
Yes , I'll have another cocktail .
Vodka martini ?
Absolutely .
I'll be back in a sec .
OK . I'll wait here for you .
What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ?
For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together .
What basic principles do you apply to your life ?
Working hard and being frugal are both virtues . I strive to practise these two virtues in my life .
Where did you go to find yours ?
IKEA has beautiful furniture .
Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ?
The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars .
How good of quality is the furniture ?
It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for .
I don't mind paying for quality workmanship .
I assure you that you're paying for quality .
My first time . I've traveled around Europe a lot , but this was my first time to Spain . It was amazing , and the weather was just beautiful ! No rain , and just sun , sun , sun ...
I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights .
Well , I really recommend Spain . You really should go . Anyway , it's been great to catch up , but I must be going , this is my floor . Speak again soon I hope .
Well , $ 10 per hour , but I can keep the tips . That comes to roughly $ 80 every evening
Not bad .
Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ' ll surely get it .
That ' s great ! I ' ll go there right now and speak with the boss .
There ' s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ' Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job .
That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot .
Think nothing of it , Tony . I ' m sure you ' d do the same for me .
Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know .
First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . '
Be a yes-man , you mean ?
You may put it that way if you like . Don ' t worry . You ' ll have no problem .
I hope not .
Nice . Hey , I like the layout of this page ...
You mean , you like the pictures of the beautiful models ... Hello ?
Maybe he wants to get something for his girlfriend , but he's embarrassed .
I do wish I could lose weight .
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class .
Yes , maybe I should .
Sure .
Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned .
You'd better spell that !
Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R .
Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ?
Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it .
OK , will do . Bye .
Thanks . Bye .
I like my hair so much .
Do you really ?
It's beautiful .
Well , thank you very much .
How much is it for my hair ?
You owe me $ 55 .
Thanks for everything .
You are very welcome . Come back again .
I think the afternoon would be best .
That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you .
Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting .
Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ?
I feel that the whole committee needs to be there .
Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ?
Yes , I know how to get there on my own .
Great ! We will send you all the details later . Looking forward to meeting with you !
There ' s a check of two hundred dollars and photograph .
Shall I make out a receipt ?
No . don ' t bother .
That ' ll be ninety-five cents in all .
you ' re right . By the way , did you hear that tom inherited some money recently ?
really ? I thought his parents had died several years ago .
they did . He inherited the money form an uncle . I hope he doesn ' t lose a lot of it in taxed to the government .
dying can be very expensive nowadays ! What ' s he going to do with it ?
he said that he would probably invest most of it . He ' s got a well-paid job , so he doesn ' t need the money to cover day-to day expenses . He just wants some extra money available for when he retires .
I had some good financial news yesterday too .
really ? Have you won a fortune in the lottery ?
no , but I got a pay rise of 5 % and a hours for all the hard work I ' Ve put in recently . I think it was very nice for my boss to show his appreciation in that way .
It certainly was ! So , what are you going to do with your windfall ?
I might do that too . I hope the weather is nice . I could go and play some golf .
I heard that the weather should be good . There ' s a possibility of a shower , but it ' s not very likely .
Hopefully , we ' ll both have relaxing weekends .
Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true .
Unfortunately , there ' s always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention .
so I take it you two are hitting it off ? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor , but what if you break up ?
I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her .
sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ?
not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby .
that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ?
you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight .
good luck !
thanks !
Yes . There will be one at the end of this month . For many people , a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails . For others , it ' s all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds . Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation , Hawaii gives you the best of both .
Great . So how long is the trip ?
15 days . The transportation by air will take five days .
Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ?
Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ' s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ' s Lodge
Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ?
Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything .
Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it .
Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week .
Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ...
Yes , sir . It will be a great pity !
Well . Ok , I will take it .
Thank you !
Yes , here's the menu . You can order from reception .
Good .
This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed .
OK . thanks .
Your bags will be here shortly .
Ok , thanks ...
You're new at this , huh ?
No , is it difficult ?
No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off .
How much does it cost ?
Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus .
Wow , I can't thank you enough .
Don't mention it .
Maybe he is not good ay rebounding ?
indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
well then , what are your spoils ?
well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
A moment , please .
Is it very far from here ?
No , you can walk from here .
This one sounds good . Efficiency with view of the lake . Utilities and parking included . Newly remodeled kitchen . $ 470 .
Can you afford that much ?
No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency .
Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment . Usually one large room and a small bathroom . There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person .
How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ?
That means the apartment has furniture in it .
That's good .
Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture .
Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 .
It's still pretty expensive .
Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one .
Alright . What's the phone number ?
256-7797 .
Got it . What else do you see ?
This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate . Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment . Does this mean I have to share a room with them ?
No . It probably means they have a large apartment . Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms . They need someone for the empty bedroom .
That sounds alright .
Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all . If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them .
Here's the number , 256-4367 .
Got it . Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments .
Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this .
Don't mention it , Larry . What are friends for anyway ?
What about restaurants and entertainment ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , Thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many sports events in my city . We have several sports venues for football , rugby , and cricket-even ice-skating and ice hockey .
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more ' cultural " , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
Which team do you back then ?
I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking .
But the Reds keep a weak midfield . I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield . It is the main source of its strength .
For wood or for metal ?
For both . Now , do you make machines for producing such things ?
Yes , we have a showroom not far away from here , Mr . Black . Are you free now ?
Yes , quite free until noon .
Fine . Then , shall we go right away ? I have a car outside .
Have you ? That's splendid . Just let me get my things together . I won't keep you long .
Take your time , sir . I can wait .
I hope at least one of them has dancing figures .
Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures .
So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one .
That one will bring you many hours of pleasure .
Does a warranty come with this music box ?
I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own .
I just thought I would ask .
When you buy a Model T , you can't expect a warranty .
Oh , I'm afraid we've sold out of those . They were really popular .
Will you be getting more in .
Yes . But not for about 2 weeks .
That should make things perfectly simple , then . Actually , if you had waited a little while longer , we would have notified you by post .
Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ?
May I have your details , and I'll check for you .
Certainly ...
OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card .
Wonderful ! And , you mentioned ' perks ' ? I do hope I'll be getting some of those .
That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored . We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops . This is the delivery bay here .
Oh , I see .
The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result .
Oh , really ?
I'll take you to the assembly shop ...
We charge a small fee every time you overdraft .
How much ?
For each time you overdraft , you have to pay $ 25 .
That ' s not a small fee .
You shouldn ' t overdraft .
That ' s for sure .
Do you need help with anything else ?
That ' s all I needed to know . Thanks .
Oh , I see .
Are you renting it alone or with company ?
I'll share it with one of my friends . What ' s in a one-bedroom apartment ?
A one-bedroom apartment has one bedroom , a living room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
Is there any furniture ?
No , but a fridge and a stove .
It sounds wonderful . Do I have to sign a lease ? How much should I pay ?
Yes , it ' s a one-year lease . And $ 200 a week with one month refundable deposit .
When can I come over ?
Would Friday morning be alright ?
OK . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
I'd like to exchange 5000 Singapore dollars into the US dollars please .
Do you have an account this bank , sir ?
Yes , here is my account number .
May i please see ID ?
Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ?
Today's rate is 2 . 57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir . Please count it and sign your name here .
Yes , it is the credit demand . Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ?
You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ?
900 dollars .
How would you like it ?
I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ?
Ok , here you are .
Thank you , have a nice day .
Thank you , have a good day .
Well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy .
Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt .
Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . '
Exactly .
Regular , please .
OK . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
For here or to go ?
For here .
I prefer to sit next to a window .
How would like to pay ?
I have a Master Card .
I have booked you for one window seat on American airline flight No . 409 . Have a good trip !
I use those sites . Hey ! Let's go check out a flea market later .
Great ! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping !
It's full of violence and you are so young .
But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things .
Wait . What's the time , honey ?
About 6 .
It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed . American Idol , There you go .
Dad , it's not fair . I am so disappointed with you !
Could you and your wife be ready at nine o'clock ?
Please wait for us even if we're a little late .
Never mind . I'll be waiting for you .
See you then .
OK . Bye !
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I ' Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that ' s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I ' m a GS - 15 . That ' s high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
Yes , we can . But you need wait a moment .
That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight .
Yes , it will be ready then .
OK . By the way , please get them pressed .
No problem .
Do all jobs provide unemployment ?
Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ' t .
Do you think that my job pays unemployment ?
You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you .
Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ?
There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned . They will let you know when you file your claim .
From August fifth to eighth . Just a moment . Yes , we have a vacancy for that period . What's your name , please ?
Li Gang .
That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth .
That's right .
By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash .
I see . When can I receive your confirmation ?
Not until you have paid 10 percent margin .
I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address .
Thank you . Bye .
Both the kitchen and the bathroom plumbing are messed up .
How long have you had these problems ?
It has been going on for a while , but just started to get worse this morning .
I will send someone out to take a look at the problem . Will you be home this afternoon ?
Yes , I will be home this afternoon .
Fine . I will be there around two . If someone is not there , I will use my key to get in .
It is too loud , we ' ll handle some official business first before the dinner .
Oh , i nearly forget it .
You can put on your white shoes , it fits every occasion .
Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus 5 and some students trying to imitate you .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant . Do you have another one in mind ?
You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees .
Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me .
Yes , sir . You're going to have a great time .
I'm sorry but I ordered sole , not the same as the others . Will you change it ?
I'm afraid we have no more sole .
Then , I'll have this pork cute instead .
Certainly . Just a moment , sir .
I never got it .
Your bill was mailed already .
What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ?
If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office .
Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ?
If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake .
Thanks for everything .
Don't mention it . Call back if you have any more questions .
Yeah , I agree . It makes you feel really good .
What are those ?
Do you mean the red things ? They are roses .
I'm going to take more pictures today .
Me , too .
I believe you have charged me twice for the same thing . Look , the figure of 6 . 5 dollar appears here , then again here .
I'll just go and check it for you , sir .
Were you in or out ? Can you remember that ?
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
Of course . This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice .
Is there a prize ?
I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio .
Do you think you have a chance ?
A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain . Everyone says my voice is beautiful .
But you haven't practised all that much .
I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag !
Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help .
Yeah , maybe .
Money is no object .
Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily .
I will take ten .
Do you want to add some baby ' s breath for that ? They are equally popular now .
Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ?
Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge .
That's ok . Here is the address .
Oh , that's too bad ! I am sorry to hear that !
Forget it , there is no use crying over the spilled milk .
What did it say about you then ?
For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some " unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee .
But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science .
Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud . If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it .
For fun . It serves as a shared topic to them . While they claim to consult the predictions constantly and marvel at their " accuracy ' . they do not necessarily take them seriously . When it that these predictions are matched by their real-life experiences , they delight in spreading the thrill with friends . But if there isn't any correlation between reality and predictions , they just grin , forget about them , and go on living as usual .
I see . It must be a challenging job , but I would like to do it . And what about now ?
For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly .
OK , I'll get to work on it at once .
No problem , I ' ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
I'll pick you up here tomorrow .
That sounds good . I think I'll have the same .
Ten .
Western food or Chinese food ?
Chinese food .
Do you want an expensive meal ?
No , not too lavish .
How much would you like to spend for each person ?
What is the usual thing here ?
Forty to eighty RIB Yuan a plate .
Let's say sixty Yuan then .
OK . Is there anything special you'd like to have on the menu ?
We'd like to have typical Chinese food .
Anything you'd rather not have ?
No snakes , please .
How about drinks ?
Mao Tai and Qingdao Beer .
Well . Dinner for ten at sixty Yuan a plate , drink's extra , at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening . Is that all right ?
Right , thanks .
My pleasure , see you tomorrow evening .
See you then .
You know you didn't .
Well , I'm telling you now .
Yes , but you might have told me before .
I didn't think you'd be interested .
You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ?
Sorry , I didn't think it mattered .
Oh , you men ! You're all the same .
The water there looks so dirty .
I just like the pier they have at Santa Monica .
I like the pier too , because it's beautiful at night .
Is Malibu beach nice ?
It's a lot nicer , and I really like it better .
So you want to go to Malibu ?
If that's okay with you .
Sure , let's go to Malibu .
I don't need to remind you that the market has become very competitive .
You'll find our prices very favorable .
That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ?
Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis .
Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ?
Certainly . We can work them out for you .
What kind of potatoes would like to go with that , mushed , boiled , or baked ?
I think i have bake potatoes . And i now have a ice tea with lemon on the side , please .
Good , and would you care for soup or salad to start with ?
I'd like cream onion soup please .
Will you have desert to be , madam ?
I want to skip desert . That all , thank you .
OK , I'll be with you in a moment .
Yes , I am . We ' re thinking about getting engaged . We ' Ve been dating for over a year now .
Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ?
I havn't seen her for a while . She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her . He was seeing a girl form his office . One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon .
Really ? They ' Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ?
I think it ' s 26th September . I ' ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night .
Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you .
He certainly looks interested , doesn ' t he ? Shall we invite him over to our table ?
Yes .
Would you like to go to an activation with me ?
I'd like to . see you tomorrow .
See you .
No , I still have plenty left , even if I took three baths a day .
I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ?
I need to take home some souvenirs !
Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs !
Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection .
If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything .
Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ?
No problem at all , sir . Housekeeping will deliver you all the amenities you like in a bit .
If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff , we intend to buy several thousand sets .
It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest .
I hope you will make us your best offer , CIF New York .
Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks .
I'm all right , but my friend is seriously injured . Will you call an ambulance and the police ?
OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened .
I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left .
So I transfer from red to blue , then how long do I ride the blue ?
You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system .
It sounds so complicated !
No , not the really , don't worry about it , like I said there'll be a lot of people there doing the same thing that you are doing , so just follow the crowd , There's only one direction to go , so you won't get on the wrong train . Head north on the Yellow line , and you'll see Wudaokou in just a couple of stops .
Have you had similar feelings before ?
No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me .
Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest .
Thank you very much .
Yes , fine .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
Please yourself .
Thank you for your interview with me .
OK . How much do I need to pay for the registration ?
Please pay ten yuan for the registration .
Here is my money .
This is your registration card . Please don ' t lose it and bring it whenever you come .
Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ?
Go down this way until you come to the drugstore . Make a left turn and it's just there .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
I ' m going to put it here , in front of the window .
Be careful . Don ' t drop it ! Don ' t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf .
There we are ! It ' s a lovely vase .
Those flowers are lovely , too .
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ' clock and punch out after 5 o ' clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From eleven thirty to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
You ' re welcome
Is she old or young ?
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
What's step two ?
Don't worry about that , Dave . Look , I have to see Vince now . Think about what I said .
Yeah , I'm ready .
Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake .
These look strange .
Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ?
OK , let's do the calculation .
We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage .
I see .
Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask !
Hmm ... I'd like the cheaper one , please . Can I pay hy cheque ?
Certainly .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
You can't prick the fish to please the sick tastes of some bloody people .
Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal .
Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ?
OK , I understand , but what else could we do ?
Me too . What are you doing besides exercising ?
That's about all .
I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously .
Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems .
Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy .
True . But I think it is worth it . When you get old , you want to be healthy and active .
Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him ? He loves ' The King ' .
I'll put the song at the front of the list .
I thought we'll just fix up the wood floor . and use some paint for the walls .
Good idea . I was thinking the same myself .
Tomorrow we'll go and pick out some curtains and paint .
I'm sorry , but June 30 is quite soon . I can't guarantee 1 500 cases , I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1,000 cases and the next 2,000 cases .
I can agree to that .
Let me affirm this again - the first shipment of 1,000 cases , to be delivered in 27 days , by June 30 , and the second shipment of 2,000 cases by August 15 . Right ?
Right .
Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Hmm ... I don't know . Even though it may not be gory , I think it would still totally freak me out .
That's good .
I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid .
You should very qualified .
Thank you . It has always been my dream to be a stewardess .
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly , the water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . I ' ll turn to it right away .
Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight . You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
Kara , I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend .
Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies .
Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done .
It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done , but thank you for a lovely dinner .
Oh , photography , It ' s really a good hobby .
Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos .
You yourself have a photo studio ?
Yes , simple as it is . t does work .
Hey , Daniel , what's your favorite weather ? Snowy or sunny ?
Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today .
What ? Are you crazy ?
I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out .
Ew , Danny , gross !
By the way , what's your favorite weather ?
I love snowy , because it is very very romantic .
Look , is that Tom ?
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
You're right . If she walked into meeting with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top of that , she didn't seem to have any sense of people's personal space . She didn't keep enough distance between us during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we ' ll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we ' ll find someone eventually !
Yes , we have a full bar here .
I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ?
Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas .
That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those .
Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ?
I would like it blended .
Would you like it with salt or no salt ?
I would like my margarita with no salt , thank you .
How about adding some pictures of our products for the introduction ?
Good idea ! The pictures will illustrate the performance of our products vividly .
OK , I will prepare it right now .
A , do your best , it's very important .
Please trust me . I will finish it very well .
Sorry , it's not available now . Anything else ?
We still prefer French dressing .
Will you say it again ?
Who's your manager ? Tell me ! Would you ?
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back at about 7 p . m .
There's one at 7:10 p . m . and the next one is at 7:40 p . m .
Mmm , how much is a return ticket ?
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . , there is a saver return which is 9 pounds . An ordinary return is 16 pounds .
An ordinary return , please .
I'm afraid Mr . Li is engaged at the moment . Would you mind waiting ?
Well , how long will it be ?
About half an hour .
That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten .
Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ?
No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday .
Do you want to make another appointment ?
Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ?
Yes , I'll make a note of that and ask Mr . Li to confirm .
We will have our midterm exams next month . I plan to look for some important books and study at the library . Do you want to join me ?
Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers .
Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that .
That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ?
Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice .
Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye !
See you then .
OK . Could I have your name , please ?
My name is Monica Cellar .
OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then !
Thank you .
What else can you speak ?
Well , I know a little Italian .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I ' m polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don ' t think you ' re shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well , yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I ' m not as shy as I think . Anyway , you ' re certainly not shy !
You ' re right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you ' ll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
No ! It is not considered to be a national holiday here in the US , but in other countries it is .
Www , man !
In the nineteenth century , working conditions were appalling , with workers being forced to work ten , twelve , and fourteen hours a day . Support for the eight-hour work day movement was growing rapidly , despite the indifference and hostility of many union leaders , and by April 1886 , 250,000 workers were involved in the May Day movement . Previous legislative attempts to improve working conditions had failed , so labor organizers took drastic measures . They passed a resolution stating that eight hours would constitute a legal day ' s work . And , on May First 1886 , the resolution took effect .
Cool ! Is that why we only work eight hours now ?
Yes ! But the happy ending came at a high price . On May third , 1886 , police fired into a crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper Works Factory , killing four and wounding many . A mass meeting was called for the next day to protest the brutality .
And then what happened ?
Well , as we say , the rest is history ...
Sounds quite fruitful , why do you call it still a nightmare then ?
Well , the air line lost my luggage on the return flight and then I lost my carry on bag when I was tackling with the officers in charge . I left the airport three hours later than I expected and then I was caught in a traffic jam . When I finally got home , I was totally exhausted . But I found the elevator was out of service due to a blackout .
This is really a sad story . Did they trace back your luggage ?
I am still waiting for their call .
Take it easy , all sufferings have their reward .
No , at night .
Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM .
OK , how about 1:30 PM ?
No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then .
How about 5:00 PM ?
That's fine .
OK , see you then .
Alright . Bye .
There is a service commission that you must pay . It's 1 % of the funds to be remitted , so you should pay an extra 6 RIB .
You too .
Well , I ' m afraid it isn ' t . It ' s a bit too well done and rather tough . Would you mind changing ?
If it is not to your satisfaction , I ' ll certainly bring you another . But I ' m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes .
Yes , that ' s all right . Thank you very much .
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a regional manager .
Not really . I did some research about Chinese table manners . The important rule is to remain silent while eating . Of course , this refers to family meals only . Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health . It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party . The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated . Each dish should be placed in the correct position . When fish is served , the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty . If it is in winter , the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter . Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table . The diners should sit close to the table so food won ' t drop on their cloths . No noise should be made when chewing . No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn ' t like it . One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise . All these table manners are very similar to Western habits .
It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ' s appetite . Westerners like to say , " bon appetite " before meals which is one way to suggest " mind your table manners . " Is there such an expression in Chinese ?
Yes . We say " eat well and drink well . "
Okay , that ' s fine .
Our room hasn't been cleaned up yet . So would you send one of your house keepers to clean up our room .
Oh , yes . Madam , we'll come right away then . Your room number and your name , please ?
Our room number is 117 and my name is Terry Chen .
Thank you , would you hang up and wait ?
A little of both . We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training . Those are available to everyone . We also have a variety of other programs
Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ?
A holiday , I hope ! No , really , we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques . We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer .
Thanks .
Well , we have always dreamed of owning our own home , but real estate 1 in this area is extremely expensive .
I understand . That ' s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city .
That ' s a good idea if you can find employment nearby .
I agree . That ' s why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine , or Wisconsin .
Here are my coupons . Is that enough ?
You have to pay $ 0 . 5 more .
I am so happy for them .
Are you crying ?
Yes , I always cry at weddings .
Harris and Anne are perfect for each other .
Yes , they are .
You and Tom also make a great couple .
In fact , we are beginning to make preparations .
For the wedding ?
No , no , for the engagement .
Try to catch this bouquet then .
Yes . I had a look just now . I found some of the exhibits of excellent quality and beautiful design . I feel we
Sure we can . You know , we've been in this line for more than twenty years .
So , Ms . Thou , we're a newly-established company , but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America .
Good . We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details .
Sure .
Do you take the original certificate with you ?
Yes . Here it is .
Can you briefly tell me about one of your designs ?
Of course , I designed a more powerful gasoline engine , which greatly increased the speed of limousines .
Are you quite sure you can come next Tuesday ?
Certainly , I'll be going .
What time am I supposed to pick you up ?
I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock .
OK .
Thanks . Where is my seat ?
It's over there . Have a good trip .
Thank you .
Oh , I see .
Yes . Don ' t you ?
Of course I do !
Which class are you working on right now ?
I ' m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow .
Are you in Mrs . Green ' s class ?
Yes . Are you ?
Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow !
Do you want to study together ?
Sure . This library is too quiet though .
Do you want to go to an empty classroom ?
That sounds good .
OK . Let ' s go !
OK . If you need anything , just call the Room service .
Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ?
Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it .
I see . Thanks a lot .
It is hard to come by in life that you experience this kind of ' comfortable '
what other kind of music do you listen to ?
actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ?
to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me .
what kind of music do you prefer then ?
I like pop music . Do you ?
not really . I don't think pop music has much depth .
I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much .
how long have you been in to pop music , then ?
I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ?
not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all .
so , how did you become interested in it ?
well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started .
do you still play piano ?
yes , it's one of my hobbies .
And what's the purpose of your visit ?
Sightseeing .
And where will you be staying ?
At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing .
OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ?
Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase .
I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these .
Oh , that's too bad .
Our selection of stereo systems with turntables is somewhat limited , but we do have this system over here .
It goes for $ 40 .
OK . I'll take this one .
How can a business maximise revenues ?
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . Th
did you have a fight with Jack ?
no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ?
come on , dear ! You forgot it , too .
you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these " big days " , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable .
is that your phone ?
oh , it's Jack . Excuse me .
wow ! good timing .
he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ?
come on ! three's a crowd !
so what ?
just go ! it's Valentine's Day !
Fred and David , my college class mates and Rachel .
Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ?
Your tent and enough food and water .
You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ?
We can go fishing , chatting and camping .
What are we waiting for ? Come on !
Don't hurry . Wait for my call .
What kind of case do you have ?
I ' m being charged with a felony .
I can help you with that .
What is your price ?
I charge $ 150 an hour .
I can ' t afford that .
That ' s my rate .
That ' s expensive , but I need you .
3 o'ctock this afternoon .
I ' m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ' clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ?
Yes . That would be better .
Fine . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table .
The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ?
You know , that is one of my favorites !
OK , I'll take one order of that .
You could choose another appetizer for half price to share .
Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings .
If you think it's expensive . You can look at this one .
What's the difference between the two ?
It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap .
Let me see .
Susan suggested the one on Main Street . She says it is very good .
Which one is that ?
You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door .
Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good .
Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ?
What time ?
At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation .
That's good . See you on Friday .
Let ' s see . We spent $ 700 dollars for our home loan payment , $ 400 on groceries , $ 75 on utilities , $ 250 on gasoline , $ 100 on books , and $ 300 on entertainment last month .
That ' s $ 1825 .
We put $ 500 into the savings account , and $ 750 into our stock account .
$ 3075 . Our paychecks our $ 3300 , combined . That means we don ' t have any receipts for $ 225 .
Right .
Yes . Would you like to come here later to have a coffee ? Bring all your family .
We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ?
About 4 .
OK . Do you want us to bring something ?
No , just come here .
OK , see you later .
Bye .
All right , but hurry up . It takes you hours to change .
I will . Do you think we can get something really nice and cheap ? I mean this is the last day .
I think so . They don't sell shoddy cloth for one thing .
Should we ask Cindy to come along ? She saw the evening gown made of silk last month that she wanted to buy very much . She didn't buy it of course . It would cost her three months ' salary .
She already bought that evening gown .
When ?
Yesterday . She wore that gown last night , and showed it off to everybody at Mr . Mile ' s party .
Oh ? Isn't that like her .
Hurry up , will you ? We ' ll have to go to the gas station first .
All right , all right . I am ready to go . Let's go !
I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 .
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
You won't play online games full of violence , will you ?
Once in a while .
It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful .
I hope I can practice self-control again .
Does 6,30 suit you ?
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
No .
OK . You have stayed for four nights at 90 US dollars each , and here are the meals that you had at the hotel . That makes a total of 660 US dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Of course . Please sign your name here .
You are right , you've just missed the lunchtime rush . Could you fill out a withdrawal slip , please ?
I did that already , while I was waiting . Also , here's my card .
Thank you . And you require ...
800 RIB , please .
Please enter your personal code right here , on the key pad . And sign here , please .
OK ...
Thank you . Here's your card back and your money . Please double check it for me .
Yes , that's great . Thanks .
Well how about meeting at my place ?
That sounds good . I ' ll call you once I arrive .
( after a while ... ) Where's the patient ?
He's there in the room . He's very ill .
Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please .
Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are .
Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room .
( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor
He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover .
May I send food for him ?
No , outside food is not permitted .
Can I come round to see him tomorrow ?
Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward .
Yes . Thank you .
By the way , you can bring some flowers .
OK .
Don't worry about him .
When could I take care of him ?
Our nurse can take good care of him .
Any serial , sir ?
Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight .
And eggs ?
Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy .
How do you want to your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that ' s enough , thank you .
How about going to the gym ? There's one really close to work .
I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ?
As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now .
Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities .
Have you talked to him ?
Yeah . But he just didn ' t listen .
Okay , no problem . Bye !
Bye !
Is there anything valuable ?
No , there are only some vases .
They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do .
Have you got boxes for sale ?
Yes .
Is it all right this time ?
Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms .
OK .
Have you written down your return address ?
Yes , I have .
Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau . According to the report , the damage was caused by poor packing . Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases .
Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route .
Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately .
We will check with the parties concerned right away .
Did someone get hurt ?
A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too .
What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ?
I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk .
Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ?
I don ' t understand . Maybe they feel they are okay and driving fast seems very cool .
Smoke is coming out of his car ! He seems to be having engine trouble ! He makes his way into the pit , and Fernando Alonso takes the lead !
How unlucky for Rikknen , and this race is over ladies and gentlemen , Alonso takes the checkered flag !
No , I just want to use the bathroom .
Go ahead . It will be safe with me .
Hi , Li Hong . This is Alice .
Hi , Alice . How are you ?
Not bad . Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ' t go to see Mrs . Brown with you tomorrow morning . My mother is ill . I must take care of her .
I ' m sorry to hear that . You ' d better stay at home . After all , we can visit Mrs . Brown later
OK . Bye - bye .
Bye .
Yes , sir . How about the sideburns ?
I think they only need a little trimming .
Can I use the clippers ?
No , don't use them , please .
Oh , all right , sir .
Would you trim off a bit more there , above the ear ?
Don't you think it needs a little taken off on top , too ?
I guess that would be better .
( Raising a lock ) About like this ?
No , not that much . Now , yes , that's fine .
Shave also , s ir ?
Yes .
How do you want your moustache trimmed ?
Well , I don't think I can manage with it .
In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ?
That's good , thank you .
But they are showing what will be all the rage next year .
All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street .
Did you know that fashion is cyclical ?
What , it keeps coming back ?
Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again .
Flares ?
They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers .
It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes .
That's fine , but then you'll always look plain .
Yeah , sounds like fun . I can wear my new pink bikini .
There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are .
Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go !
If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too .
Ok , you could borrow one of mine .
Thanks , how about the green and black one ?
No problem . Here it is .
Thank you .
It's so spacious , about 40 square metres , right ?
Yes , about 46 square metres .
Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ?
Yes .
Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ?
They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time .
Very good idea . Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness .
Mr . Smith is sending his apologies and has asked me to find out if the day after tomorrow would be all right with you .
Yes , that will be just as good .
Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ?
All right . Then I can do some shopping today before going back to my country .
Sounds nice .
Yeah , I ' ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies .
Can I stop by ?
Sure . Any time .
Take it easy , maybe tomorrow will be different .
I don't know , I can't stand my job these days .
Cheer up , I hope you'll feel better soon .
You honestly have no idea ?
PCC is perfectly fine for me .
You might as well stay here .
That ' s not a bad idea .
PCC is a wonderful institution .
You have a point .
So , what are you going to do ?
I ' m just going to keep going to PCC .
Oh ? What's wrong with his girlfriend ?
She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was " what's wrong with your voice ? "
Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to .
I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil .
Oh come on , it's not that bad .
No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off .
Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking .
That's the plan .
Good luck .
Great . One last question , where is your jazz section ?
Back there against that wall .
Oh , I see it . Thanks for your help .
No problem .
I just cann't believe my ears !
That ' s reasonable .
If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years .
Really ? I ' ll take it then .
Is there anything after the meeting ? In that case , would you add one plan ? I want to visit our guest Mr . Ross after the meeting . Can you arrange it for me ?
We need to buy some buns for the hot dogs and hamburgers , and I'm making potato salad .
I'll dig out the Frisbee and my kite from Taiwan .
Oh , I was hoping to get one free . Like four for 75 dollars .
This one I'd better chat with the manager . Could you give me a second ?
We need to set the table for four .
So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ?
That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you .
Don't be silly ! I know how to use knives and forks .
All right , ma'am , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
What are you going to major in ?
I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ?
For nearly four years .
Well . You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay . At the moment , I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school .
Thank you .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
OK . See you then .
But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian
Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ?
The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat .
Relly ? That's amazing .
Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly .
Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet .
Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try .
Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat .
Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet .
We'll see . Anyway , I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue . See you then !
Thanks .
I'm from Shanghai . And you ?
I'm from Chicago .
I eat dog food when my parents are out .
We ' re in the same boat ! I ' Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now .
Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition !
Let ' s dine out tonight for a change !
Good idea !
Our foundation is of very super quality . We only use the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it can protect your skin from UVA and UVB .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have six colors
The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ?
250 Yuan .
That's expensive .
What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel .
I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ?
Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in .
All right . How much is it ?
45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free .
Well , I'll take them .
Yes . What I ordered is roast beef , not roast beef sandwiches .
Would you be interested in joining me ?
Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ?
I thought that we could leave around 8
That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ?
That was part of my plan .
Well then , I'll see you on Saturday . Thanks for asking me to go with you .
It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn ' t have a girlfriend last week .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
Do you think I could borrow the car ? I ' m going to concert tonight .
Um .. I don ' t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother .
Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him !
Who's this Eric guy ?
Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please !
No can do ... sorry .
Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ?
No way !
That ' s so unfair !
See you on Moday . Have a great weekend .
You too . Thanks for dropping in .
Not necessary . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive .
What do you mean ?
Realtors always get a commission . If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him .
But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles .
Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them .
I still think we should have a realtor . We're new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house . And also , the realtor will inspect the house . He can tell us if the house has any problems .
Of course we need a house inspector . But we can hire an inspector on our own . As for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us .
So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ?
It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper . Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads . Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them .
And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ?
Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves .
Why ?
That is because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher . He will have to pay a commission to the realtor .
Hmm . It all sounds very complicated .
It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time . That's why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome .
I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like .
All right . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drugstore .
That was last time . This time it's worse .
Ok , tell me .
Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ...
And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time .
True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ...
Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad .
And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish .
At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad .
Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald .
Hmm , that is bad .
You are always responsible and careful .
Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work !
Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ?
Next month .
So what are you responsible for ?
I'm going to manage the whole accounts department .
So you must get higher pay than before .
Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan .
1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ...
OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat .
Really ? Can I order anything I want ?
Of course . Let's go .
You're so lucky . I hope to get married to a guy like that .
I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends .
Do you guys do anything special ?
In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe .
Sound like everything is great .
I think I ' d say norway . It has many picturesque fjords , waterfalls , and mountains .
Isn ' t it really cold there ?
Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ' s a wet country , so there ' s snow almost everywhere in winter .
I ' Ve been to other Scandinavian countries , but not to Norway . Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there .
It seems 10 degree below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather , but do hate when it get slippery .
The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport
That's fine . let's go skating together tomorrow .
What about if I find a job that I know will only last for a couple of weeks ? Can I take it ?
It is to your advantage to work as much as you can .
Either one is OK .
Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation .
I will be prepared to do my presentation .
Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ?
Everyone needs to be there .
That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ?
I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure .
OK . We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow . Have a good day !
Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by .
Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important .
Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview .
The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company .
What else should I be thinking about ?
Be yourself and be honest . Simply answer the questions put to you .
I think my arm is broken .
Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too .
Listen , let's just wait until the police get here . Then we can decide whose fault this accident was .
Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried .
I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side . Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ?
Alright .
It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there .
Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital .
Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police .
Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time .
It really hurts .
Yes , maybe it does . But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ?
To hell with you . The accident was your fault .
I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone . Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ?
To hell with you .
Cool ! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer , free sketch or claborate-style painting ?
I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings .
That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture .
I love this art exhibition !
So do I . Let ' s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ?
OK .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
That ' s a lot of money .
Did you have a better price in mind ?
What about $ 800 ?
That ' s way too low .
I can ' t pay much more than that .
How about $ 900 a month ?
That would be fine .
Great . It was a pleasure doing business with you .
It's my pleasure . Shall we go there on foot ? It's very near .
OK , let ' s go .
Mom , it's so terrible . Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned .
Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly .
Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming .
Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough .
Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong .
Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it .
Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart .
Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head .
Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ?
That's the way to go . Now , you are flying , my boy .
Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a Laboratory Assistant ?
A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment , keep a check on the supplies in the store , and prepare the chemicals for experiments .
What sort of student do you regard yourself as ? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school ?
I suppose I'm a reasonable student . I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me .
What were your favorite subjects at school ?
Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school . I also enjoyed history .
Do you have any plans for further study ?
Well , I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College . I think I would really benefit from doing that .
Have you ever had a job before ?
Yes . I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner .
We have a lot of other applicants for this position . Why do you think that you deserve to get the job ?
Well , I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved . I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well .
I think I have asked you everything I wanted to . Thank you for coming along to the interview .
Thank you . When will I know if I am successful ?
We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week . Well . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
You know , speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use .
It appears that you have late fees .
Really ?
Yes , really .
How much do I owe ?
You owe $ 24 . 50 in late fees .
I don ' t have that much today .
I ' m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ' t be able to check out any more books .
I ' ll pay it as soon as possible .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
Just black coffee . Do you serve anything else besides drinks , say cake .
We also serve sandwiches and cakes .
Give me two pieces of cake .
I've been really busy .
Doing what ?
Working .
I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too .
What have you been doing ?
I've been working too .
Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me .
I am too .
Then can you wait a few minutes ? I want to finish writing this letter .
Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather .
I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ?
I Believe I will . Look for me near the lake .
No , not really . Just bring yourselves . We would like to your presence .
Yeah . Which restaurant are we going to tonight ?
Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant .
Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ?
You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now .
I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ?
There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget .
Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too .
It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ?
I'll take care of the order .
OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ?
Don't forget about the dessert .
OK , then 50 Yuan for dessert . 500 Yuan all together .
ok , well , we're going to make a pan of lasagne , a salad , and some garlic bread . Here's the recipe . Do you want to get the ingredients we need out of the cupboard ?
sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too .
that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ?
that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there .
fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet .
you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ?
I don't think it's broken .
well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages !
fine . I'll go vacuum . Let me know if you need any other help .
Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home ?
I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible .
You should try it . It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too . What do you say ?
OK , but don't say I didn't warn you .
That was a pretty good shot , Mary .
Thanks . This is fun !
Let me help you with your serve .
No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before . Maybe I should learn to do something .
Of course , you can . All you need is a little help and a lot of practice .
Do you really think I can be a good player ?
Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ?
Yes . This has been fun .
Just a taxi , please .
And what is your destination ?
I'm going to Rockefeller Center .
I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ?
I want to leave as soon as possible .
Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir .
Thank you , I'm coming down now .
It won't be but a few seconds , sir .
Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ?
Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ' Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business
Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood .
Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ' m really looking to settle down .
I see . Okay , well let ' s move on to discuss your education shall we ?
Sure .
what's the puzzle ?
my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids .
oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way .
yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night .
oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren .
but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not .
definitely .
you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness .
don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together .
I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child .
sure . You can fully enjoy your time together .
Really ? You don ' t look very Chinese to me , if you don ' t mind me saying so .
It ' s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products .
Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ?
Don ' t you know it ' s rude to ask a lady her age ?
Don ' t get me wrong ! It ' s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas !
Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ?
I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage .
Really ? That ' s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ?
Uh ... yeah .. of course !
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards . Make it hot , please .
You've got it , sir .
Looks like we both float back and forth . I'm baritone .
Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them .
I heard them warming up earlier . You're right .
It's good to have you in the group . We can always use a good baritone !
I haven't been better . How about yourself ?
I started school recently .
Where are you going to school ?
I'm going to PCC .
How do you like it so far ?
I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now .
I wish you luck .
Thanks a lot .
And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Aisle , please .
Boarding time is ten 20am .
What ' s the gate number ?
Gate 29C . Have a nice flight .
you lose face by refusing to drink , and the host might think you refuse to give him face . The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up . This will endear you
a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood .
then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you .
I got you . Next time . I'll preface a toast with a statement like ' I can't drink any more ' and then drink anyway .
Where did you get it from ?
I got it from IKEA .
How much did it cost you ?
It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set .
Is the furniture sturdy ?
The furniture is built extremely well .
I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good .
Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic .
They wear the same clothes , they ' re all blond , they all drive cars , they all own Parker fountain pens ; they all drink Coca Cola , and they all chew gum .
I disagree with you . They don ' t all wear the same clothes ; they ' re definitely not all blond ; they don ' t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ' t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ' t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ' t have anything to do with how they look !
Maybe I am just homesick . I know you ' re right . I just miss China , that ' s all .
Oh , dear . It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail . How much will it cost if I send it by air ?
Just a moment . I'll weigh it .
Any cereal , sir ?
Yes , a dish of cream of wheat .
And eggs ?
Yes , bacon and eggs with buttered toast . I like my bacon very crisp .
How do you want your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that's enough . T hank you .
Is there a problem ?
No , your daughter is great .
That's great news .
Your daughter is a wonderful student .
She isn't messing up in class ?
Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved .
Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well .
It is my pleasure to have her in my class .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
Go ahead . It's for your reference . While you are at it , make me a special agenda and don't forget to have enough room at the side for notes .
You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ?
Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control .
I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ?
The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ?
Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right .
Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well .
Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ?
Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately .
But I am not familiar with the members of the board .
Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number .
That's a good idea . All right , I ' ll withdraw and get down to it if you don't mind .
Just because he gets on well with everybody ?
Partly , and he's also a hardworking man .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
I'm good at this . Nobody will see anything .
Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking !
All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room .
That will be my pleasure .
Conrad Reeves , the actor ? It can ' t be . Let me have another look . I think you ' re right ! Isn ' t he her third husband ?
No , He must be her fourth or fifth .
Doesn ' t Karen Marsh look old !
She does , doesn ' t she ! I read she ' s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty .
I ' m sure she is .
She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl .
That was a long time ago , wasn ' t it ?
Not that long ago ! I ' m not more than twenty-nine myself .
Then the M-Zone will be suitable .
What's special with the service ?
You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that .
That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card .
Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now .
Oh , good . Then what is it ?
If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free .
May I have two of them ?
Sure . As many as you want .
Okay , then a third one for my husband too .
Oh , we always go to the movies . Can ' t we do something different ?
Well , do you have any suggestions ?
Let's see . How do you feel about playing bridge ?
It's OK with me , but we don't have any beer and things .
Well , shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over , and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff .
OK .
Is that all ?
Yes , just the video .
May I see your library card ?
Here you go .
You have to take care of this video .
Oh , I will .
You will be fined if you damage it .
I understand . Thank you very much .
Great ! I'll sing , and you can dance in our band .
Is it broken ?
I hope not ! Oh , I see .
What is it ?
The batteries are worn down . I need replace them .
Where can we get batteries ?
All photography shops carry them .
OK . Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does .
So I've noticed . You're putting on a little weight , aren't you ?
I know . Don't remind me . I'm starting a new diet the day after tomorrow .
It's about time .
First of all , you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile .
To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time .
And your statement should be clear and brief to the point .
Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic .
Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer .
Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic .
Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk .
In a word , any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening .
Do you think it will help ?
It has to ! I ' Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ' t know , but the school has a great success record .
Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too .
I ' ll pick up an application form for you at school tomorrow .
Come on ! Don ' t be silly !
Your present job is something better . Why do you change ?
Well . How do you know ?
Oh . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Please tell her that Andy called .
Okay . I'll give her the message .
Thanks .
Bye .
I've never been to Disneyland . I went to Universal Studios when I was fifteen . My parents took my brother Franco and I to Los Angeles and San Francisco . Wish you and Janet love each other more .
All right . Can you tell me when I will be able to get through ?
It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible .
Thank you .
rabbits aren't usually that affectionate , are they ?
if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats .
i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ?
not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its
that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ?
No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad .
can you train a rabbit to do things ?
you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet .
that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ?
not yet . She's pretty tame . I think she must be used to being around lots of different people .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
Can you believe that he actually won ?
I knew he would win .
I didn ' t think he would .
He was the top candidate .
I figured people wouldn ' t vote for him because he ' s African American .
That just goes to show that America is finally turning over a new leaf .
You ' re absolutely right .
I ' m excited that Barack Obama is our President .
Sure . Here you are .
Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please .
Yes , Miss . Is that all right ?
Beautifully done .
And would you like a manicure ?
No , thanks . How much should I pay ?
One hundred yuan , please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Yes .
It's right next to it , on the right .
Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ?
I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now .
I really need to get some things before I leave .
Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day .
Can I take the subway to get there ?
Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab .
Won't that be expensive ?
No , from here I think it's only about 5 dollars .
Sorry , I don't have any coffee .
That's OK . I'll have a glass of water .
A small glass , or a big one ?
Small please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
That's understood .
This dress is the latest fashion form Paris . It ' s made of pure silk . And this silk blouse would go with this skirt . Do you like it ?
Yes .
Why don ' t you try it on and see how you feel about it ?
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll try it on .
How does that feel ?
It feels very good .
You look wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll take it . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
Then please have a look at the table , there are so many plans .
Yeah . It ' s pretty bad , that car looks like a coke can .
These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days .
Yeah , it looks like we ' re in for a long drive .
Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it .
All right .
It's popular you know . You want to reserve it ?
Yes , please .
Fill out this form and we will send you a note when we get the book .
Thank you . What shall I do when I check out these books ?
Take the card , and fill in your name and library card number .
Thank you so much .
Oh , that ' s too bad . Why don ' t you take some aspirin ?
I ' Ve already tried some but it didn ' t help .
Well , it ' s necessary for you to see a doctor .
Yeah , I guess I should .
Well , you ' d better get some rest .
Thank you very much .
Bye .
What happened ?
My boss said I didn ' t have enough skills to do the job well .
What are you going to do ?
I ' m going to start taking classes at the local community college to try to improve my skills . Then I ' ll start looking for a new position .
What's to come next ?
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate all your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
My major was accounting .
Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ?
Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises .
What kind of work are you doing now ?
I'm engaged in accounting .
What are your responsibilities in your present work ?
My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency .
Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ?
I think so .
Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ?
Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 .
What's the creditor's equity ?
The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities .
Well then , you should get some rest this weekend and don ' t go out drinking .
Yes , I think you ' re right !
What did you do for your last move ?
Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out .
Oh . that's very nice of him .
Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you .
Yes , please .
Well , that's great .
It's nice , but that's very steep for a rain coat . Could you give me a 20 percent discount ?
Sorry , we don't give discounts .
In that case , I don't think I'll buy one here .
Unfortunately , our company is shutting down due to the economy .
What would you consider your strengths ?
I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes .
What is your biggest weakness ?
I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged .
We have a position where that could work out well .
I think you're right . There needs to be an international response to this problem ?
No , it is not here . Damn it ! I'm going to have to buy another ticket .
Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in .
OK .
That ' s alright .
Please put your luggage outside your room by eight . The bail-boy will pick them up .
Thank you .
Thank you very much . I hope you enjoy your stay .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Do you want to sign the card ?
No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting .
Ah ... very well , sir . I'll have them delivered this afternoon .
How much is it ?
419 yuan .
It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ?
I'm afraid there isn't .
That's my good girl . The clothes need washing . I'll do the laundry .
Oh , there are many uses and I'll explain them in detail a little later . First , I'd like to ...
Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ?
You were right , Mr . Tim . Your colleagues do want know all about it .
My mother just passed away last Tuesday .
I ' m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ?
I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority .
Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ?
No , I haven ' t hit my head .
I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests .
Ooh , that's my favorite . Maybe I'll have a small slice .
Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ?
I'll have a cup of tea .
Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ?
Actually , could I have some milk with that ?
Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ?
Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go .
What happened ?
I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up .
I'll go with you . Where is she ?
She's on the M40 , near Reading .
Is she alright ?
I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this .
Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go .
Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own .
Ok . Just call me if you need anything then .
I will . Thanks a lot .
Actually , can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty . am ?
I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ?
I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again .
Okay . Good night , sir .
What for ?
So I can have a special place to hang out with friends , and also do some barbecuing on weekends .
That sounds cool . Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job ?
You ? Do you have a carpenter's license ?
Yes , of course . But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle .
Wow ! That's cool . So , let me give you some details about the deck I want .
Please go ahead , I am listening .
I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door .
Is your back door higher than the ground level ?
Yes , the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground .
Okay , then you need a deck with a guardrail .
I don't like things to be fancy .
Don't worry . I will build your deck with a simple but classic look .
Hmm , that's good . Can you use cedar or redwood to build it ?
Cedar is a good choice .
Well , let's take the measurements right now .
That sounds good . Where do you want to play ?
We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work .
How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close .
How much does it cost over there ?
Twilight rates are 21 dollars .
That's pretty good . Let's do it .
Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4
Make it 4
Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time .
Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then .
Aright . Have fun on Saturday .
Will do .
Thanks for the warning .
That's all right .
thanks . Some tea would be nice . Chinese tea is great . I really like your tea set . Where did you get it ?
oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well .
oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here .
you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants
there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight .
well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way .
that would be wonderful . Thanks !
Is it expensive to ride on the underground ?
You can get a daily pass that will allow you to travel unlimited for the whole day for about 6 dollars . Otherwise , you can pay by trip , which is about 50 cents to 2 dollars each trip , depending on how far you go .
Is it easy to get lost ?
No , no ... . it's very hard to get lost . There are two lines , one that goes in a circle , the other that is straight . If you get lost , there are always subway attendants that can help you find your way .
Well , a good teacher makes good students .
You are quite right .
The Iranians will give us a 10 % discount if such a high order is placed with them . No doubt you know an incentive discount encourages the buyers and helps expand seller's business .
Of course I know . But there is too high a rate . Frankly speaking , the maximum discount we can make is 6 % .
She thinks it has about twenty-five or thirty thousand miles .
That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ?
Three thousand dollars .
Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ?
He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city .
Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ?
No , but she gave me her friend's telephone number . I can call him and make an appointment .
Oh yeah ! Would you please welcome ... Miss Jan Brown .
Oh , yes . I like that one . But it's too heavy .
Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum .
Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle .
Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it .
Great . Will that be cash or charge ?
Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show you the lid . It comes with the pan .
Good . Let's iron out the remaining details . When do you want to take delivery ?
We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st .
Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st .
Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments .
Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 .
I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Tom , this deal promises big returns for both sides . Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Any cigarettes ? Baker ?
Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky .
What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of those ? Let me taste it .
Yes , Sir , go ahead , here you are .
It's facial paper , and it fits into the rings of my binder ! It's magical .
OK . Let's see . Give me a sheet .
No , I'd rather send it by ordinary mail .
Nine dollars and fifty cents .
Here you are .
Here's the receipt .
Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct . Exhibition there . Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind .
Yes , we have . I ' Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ' d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it .
Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery .
I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles .
Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles .
Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ?
We normally export CFR .
What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis .
That can be discussed .
All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ?
What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel .
I'll be expecting you , then .
I ' m only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage .
You see , that ' s what I ' m talking about , I can ' t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings .
Well he ' s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories .
Love stories ? More like one-night-stands .
Don ' t criticize Mario or else I ' ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours ; they ' re no saints .
My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ?
You ' re unbearable ; you can walk home , I ' m leaving .
I'm a doctor .
Oh . Where do you work ?
New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ?
I'm a teacher .
What do you teach ?
I teach English .
Where ?
At a high school in New Jersey .
That's nice . How old are you ?
I'm 32 .
Sixty bucks ? No-can-do , son . You'll be lucky if I go down to eighty-five .
Eighty-five ? That's the best you can do ? I'll come back later ...
The second thing I would like to point out , that is packaging . It's stipulated in the contract that all the computer parts should be packed in cardboard boxes . But I think the wooden cases are much safer .
Well , you are right . Is there anything else ?
As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much .
Well , we have agreed on all the major points .
1999 .
How about the mileage ?
6,000 miles , all highway mileage .
What do you mean 7B
Highway miles are not as bad as local miles . They do not hurt car as much .
Oh , why such a high mileage ?
The owner was commuting everyday crossing the state line .
Okay . Does this car have a warranty ?
One month .
How do I make sure I am not buying a junk ?
You'll check it out anyway you want . You can take it to a garage .
How much is it ?
$ 5,900 .
I'll have to think about it .
Leave your phone number , and I will give you a call if the price gets reduced .
Okay .
You mean used cars ?
No , Ah ... single sellers .
Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problems .
Uh huh . How about a used car ? They've got good ones now .
It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get .
Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now . You'd feel so good driving a new car .
Let's look at them all . Have you got a paper there ?
I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase .
Let me take this up with the Director and get back to you immediately .
You bet it is . It's about the new contract .
Here it is , sir .
It is at 8 o'clock .
What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ?
I don't know what time it is .
It must be about 6 o'clock .
I have to go now . I don't want to be late .
You won't be late . It's still early .
Yeah , you ' re right . We aren ' t getting any younger and our kids are getting older .
Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too .
Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money .
Well , we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine .
I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare .
Not in a million years !
No . Just some fun in the sun . We really need to get away and relax for a few days .
Well , don't worry . I ' ll take care of the business for you . Have fun !
Are you having a big wedding ?
Yes , I've always dream of having a big wedding .
But what do you say about that ?
I don't really enjoy big occasions , but I think I ' ll come round to the idea in the end , It only happens once in a lifetime .
Perhaps I'll agree with Mike . I couldn't stand a big wedding with many relatives and friends of my parents or my wife whom I'd never met before .
In fact , they ' re both very excited about the coming baby . Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like , since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese .
Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ' s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ?
It ' s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now .
Oh ! You mean she doesn ' t have to work now ? It ' s hard for young parents not to overreact , isn ' t it ?
they're not actually that bad . They could be worse . What do you think about it ?
I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day .
so are you enjoying your new job ?
it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great .
how do you like working in sales ?
I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster .
that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department .
yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman !
I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos !
how do you know her ?
she's my cousin .
why didn't you tell me about that before ?
I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting .
well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime .
that's a good idea . Let's discuss after work .
How come ?
I think it's because of your bad habits !
I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot .
I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem .
I wasn't aware of that !
You should do better later .
I would like to have it done this Friday .
Three o'clock is the only time we can come in .
Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ?
I'm sorry , but that's our only available time .
How about Saturday ?
We're completely open on Saturday .
Can you come over at 11
That'll be fine .
No problem . Come and get your picture on Friday .
The minimum is 100 RIB , and the maximum is 500,000 RIB .
How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ?
Yes , they are different because they are printed by the Ministry of Finance in set amounts . Just 100 RIB , 500 RIB and 1,000 RIB , you cannot choose from many amounts , you see .
It ' s so hot at lunchtime ; I ' d rather run in the morning .
Well , why don ' t you come tomorrow ? I ' ll stop by your house on my way out .
I could try , but I can ' t say for sure if I ' ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ?
I ' ll give you a call around 6:00 and stop by around 6:30 .
O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ' ll be able to get up in time for a jog .
Great , I ' ll see you then .
See you .
Alright ... And did you have some specific questions about your application ?
Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume .
Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check . Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume .
Thank you .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ?
No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient .
Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ?
I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes . Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants .
I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful .
If you have any further questions , you can call any time .
Thank you .
Thank you . Goodbye .
Pop . It's Maria Carey .
When is it ?
At 8P M tomorrow night .
Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ?
Yes , that's a good idea .
Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment .
Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ?
Yes , that's right . You have a good memory .
At 7:50 .
I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 .
How long is the ride from here then ?
Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less . Is that okay ?
Yes , that'll be fine . How much is this going to cost ?
Really , she's so pretty .
Oh , we are the part on the edge of middle . That's all .
Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging .
Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ?
I can if you like .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
it seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ?
there's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar h
well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you as me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
No , but I have a low fever .
I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ?
I want to come in on Wednesday .
I can fit you in on that day at 10
I would prefer Dr . Smith .
You can see the doctor of your choice then , and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time .
Are you taking my apartment away ?
This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent .
Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ?
You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments .
I will go write a check right now .
Thank you . I will need a cashier ' s check or cash , please .
Of course !
I have total faith in Obama as our President .
You do ?
Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf .
Our country really could use some work .
I believe that change has already begun .
I couldn ' t agree more .
I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country .
I do know you like rap music , but the other two are definitely false . I ' Ve seen you play basketball .
Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma .
You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy .
I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well .
Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all .
Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion .
I see . It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US .
Yes , it is . Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome . I ' ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 .
I ' ll see you then . Good bye .
Yeah , and it ' s affordable too .
I ' d like to hear about this apartment .
First of all , it ' s absolutely gorgeous .
What is the rent each month ?
It ' s only $ 725 a month .
That ' s amazing . The rent is very cheap .
I know it is .
It ' s a good thing that you read that ad today .
OK , sir . I will show you your table .
Is your helmet comfortable ?
Not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
Maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
Is that your new bicycle ?
Yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
It's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
Nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
Well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
That's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
Is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
It's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
Can I take my test right now ?
You need an appointment .
I would like to do that right now , if I could .
Is Friday good for you ?
That's perfect .
Okay , so Friday at what time ?
The morning would be nice .
All right . Come in on Friday at 11
And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress .
And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise . My father is over 60 years old , and he lifts weights every day .
Yes , I want to know about the Normandy Landing .
Ok . Well , go to www . google . com , and type in Normandy Landing .
Oh , wow ! There are lot of sites .
Here , try this one . It's a good site about Normandy Landing .
Thanks .
For detailed information , however , you should read a history book .
Thanks . If I am interested , I'll go to the library .
Thank you . I didn't think it would be this simple .
I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service .
Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ?
Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed .
This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again !
I'm sorry , sir . Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
One moment , please . Ah yes , Mr . Hilton , you booked a single room for three nights . Is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I see from the computer that you are a frequent guest here . Do you have your loyalty card ?
Yes , here you are . And here's my credit card , too .
Thank you . Right , your room number is 105 . Here's your key and receipt . Thank you for choosing our hotel again , sir .
Thank you , goodbye .
Goodbye .
OK , I'll do it right now .
By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip .
Yes , I get it .
OK , it's no anything . Do what you should do .
was it his first offence ?
unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university .
what happened to him then ?
not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 .
did they take his license away ?
no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now .
what do you think will happen to him ?
well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail .
that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ?
not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one .
my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him .
that'd be great ! I know he'd appreciate your help .
Please give me two fried eggs , two orders of toast and a cup of coffee .
Fine . Have a nice stay here .
Yes . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut .
No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus .
The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school .
My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way .
That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone . Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand .
OK !
What is the fare ?
It's 14 . 5 Yuan .
Keep the change !
Thanks , Ma'am .
I'm hungry . I'd like to eat something .
Where do you want to go ?
I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant .
What kind of Italian food do you like ?
I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ?
No , I don't , but I like pizza .
Certainly . How about this one ?
This will be fine , thanks .
( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order .
Thank you .
Yes , We have .
I really did ! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago .
Well , it was definitely worth all the time .
Let's just hope my teacher agrees .
Come on . She's like that with everyone .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
What was the date of the reservation ?
From November 21st for 4 nights .
Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ?
It's for myself .
May I have your name and phone number , please ?
Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 .
Thank you , sir . I will cancel Mr . White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights . We look forward to another chance to serve you .
But it's already awfully close .
Well , I just hope it'll level off .
I guess you can ' t do anything until after dark then .
I guess so . What else can we do ? You can ' t stay in the heat for long .
Stop acting like this . Say away !
Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that .
What did she say ?
She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents .
Give her up .
Did he telephone again last night ?
Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock .
What did you say to him ?
I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ' t telephone my daughter again !
Did he telephone again ?
No , he didn't !
What kind of room ?
I need a room with two double beds .
Smoking or non-smoking ?
Non .
How many nights will you be staying ?
Six nights .
Ok . I just need your name and credit card number to hold the room .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Well , at least going to college won't be too bad . Since both of your parents are college professors , they must give you reduced tuition at the college .
They do , but it doesn't help too much . Having seven children means that the money situation in my home is always pretty tight .
I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes .
That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right .
Ok , I would like to check out these books .
Do you have a library card ?
No . How do I get one ?
I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state .
Here you go .
So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book .
Ok , thanks !
Let me see what's available . Yes , Air China has a flight on May 5th at nine fifteen in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single ticket or return ticket ?
Single . What's the fare , PLS ?
Economy fare for single ticket from Beijing to Shanghai is 500 yuan .
I see . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes , your seat is confirmed on that flight . Pls arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
Thank you .
Why not ?
I don't want to mark my table , of course .
Well , will you please put them down ?
I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early .
I forgot something on the table .
Oh , you've got a good memory .
When did you learn how to do that ?
I learned back in high school .
Oh , so you took an art class ?
Yeah , I loved that art class .
I see that you're pretty talented .
Thank you very much .
I wish I had a talent like that .
I'm sure you have a talent . It's just hidden .
No , but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger .
Where are you from ?
I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes .
Did your house ever get damaged from the winds ?
Most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room .
Wow , that must have really been scary .
Actually , some of my fon best memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass .
Have you ever experiences a flood ?
No , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car !
That sure didn't last long !
At the moment it's 830 . 43 RIB for 100 USD , which is a pretty good rate .
OK , that sounds fine . I think 200 USD worth of RIB should be plenty , thanks .
She mentioned a Mac . How much is it ?
A 15 - inch Pro model is $ 2,100 plus tax .
That sounds like a great price . I'll take one .
This is a gift she'll cherish for years . How do you want to pay ?
I'll use my VISA .
We're almost through . Just sign here , please .
Just take it home and plug it in ?
She'll be online 20 minutes after she opens the box .
She's going to be so pleased with this .
Remember us for all your computer needs .
Oh , yes . My friend told me the hotel was near the Central Railway Station .
Then you'll have to take a bus and get off at the Central Railway Station .
Can you show me where the Central Railway Station is on this map ?
OK .
Uh-oh . He's heating up . What are you going to do now ?
You know what , I think I know who my admirer is .
You do ? Who ?
You are quite right . Thank you for sharing your experience with me . I learned a lot .
You ' re welcome .
I see . Anything else ?
Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine .
Well , it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself .
I'm sorry . I know you feel betrayed .
So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ?
My mind is made up .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
If I make another offer and they refuse , then what ?
Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do .
Let ' s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer .
I will contact the sellers with your current offer .
Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ?
Usually the response to the second offer moves along a bit more quickly than the first one .
Oh , I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses .
And it ' s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price .
Great , is it a two bedroom house ?
No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ' s a two-car garage .
That ' s a nice area too . It ' ll be a good investment for you .
Yeas , when will you buy a house ?
Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding .
Right , congratulations .
Thank you .
I'm pretty good . I've been looking for a place to live recently . My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it .
yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ?
not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck .
well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ?
Mrs . Thou ?
yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look .
great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days !
I'll ask Mrs . Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know . Has your number changed ?
What type of vacation time do we get ?
You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish .
Do we have a 401K ?
We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service .
What type of professional development do you offer ?
We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment .
Where do I sign up for my benefits package ?
Down the hall . I'll show you when the interview is over .
Did you tell your parents yet ?
Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight .
They're probably going to be so happy .
I think so . It's turning out to be a great day .
What ? I only stayed three nights .
That ' s right , sir . Three nights at 500 dollars a night ... that comes to $ 1,500 .
But your brochure said that this was a package deal and the hotel ' s services were all-inclusive .
Yes , of course . The meals and excursions were included in the hotel price .
But why are you overcharging me almost a thousand dollars ? 250 dollars a night , times three nights should just be $ 750 .
I ' m sorry sir . The 250 - dollar rate is based on double occupancy . That means it ' s 250 per person . The room itself is 500 dollars a night .
Perhaps I could talk to your manager ?
Of course . Just a minute ; I ' ll get her .
It's not a cut . It's a gash ! It's bigger than a cut ! Ah ! I need a doctor .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed . What do you think ? Damn , it hurts !
We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike .
I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour . There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out .
Yes , I almost slid too . Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ?
Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped . Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk .
Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop .
There . Stop !
Gotta go . Call me tonight .
Okay . Check you later .
Where shall we go now ?
Why not have a visit to the zoo ?
Yes . You must put on its name and full address .
OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ?
Let me check . Yes . Your one thousand remittance , please .
Here you are . What is the rate ?
This rate is one percent . That will be 10 Yuan .
OK , when will this remittance arrive ?
Generally it will arrive within a week .
That's good . Is there anything else ?
No . That's all . You have to take good care of this copy of this transfer order .
Thanks , I will .
Really ? That's very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn't buy one . You can have mine .
That's very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don't mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don't be silly , John . I'm going with you . It's necessary for me to have a holiday too .
Why not ?
You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English .
That's why you should go there , If you don't dare to speak English owing to the fact that you are afraid of making mistakes , you simply will never learn English .
Thank you very much .
Yes .
OK , give me two pairs in white .
Anything else ?
No . That ' s all .
Well , you are lucky to have such a considerate husband . Mine hasn't brought me a single rose since we married .
He'll come out with surprises . Just wait and see . Look at that woman , with the white chiffon !
She's chic , isn't she ?
Yes . I like the dress . It must be the latest fashion . Look , the hem has lowered , and the waist narrowed .
It makes me feel rather shabby . That woman has a good taste in dressing , I would say .
Yes . She dressed with an individual flair . I rather envy her .
Most women follow fashion like sheep . They don't know any better than imitate .
I quite agree with you . See the woman there ? I dare say she hasn't got any eyes . How could she match the mauve gown with the green handbag ? And all that jewelry !
The gown is quite expensive , believe me .
So what ? It only makes her look cheap and vulgar .
You know those upstarts . They're all show-offs ! I think I'd better have a diet ; otherwise I'd look like a ballon soon .
You're quite slim . In fact , if you were one of those starlets , the movie company would say you have a fabulous figure .
Thanks . I'm flattered .
Oh , my shoes pinch me . Let's find a seat and sit a while .
That's no problem . The amount is 2,000 RIB , is that correct ?
Yes , that's right .
I just need to see some identification before I hand over the cash .
Here's my passport . Is that OK ?
So , did you go to college right away ?
No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first .
Wow , your English is really fluent now .
Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too .
Yeah , but I was born here ! !
No , thank you . Taxis and I get along just fine .
No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ?
I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center .
What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ?
I'm ready to go right now .
I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir .
Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs .
You'll enjoy our new , clean taxis , sir .
Is there any particular brand you like , sir ?
Carlsborg .
Yes , sir . Is there anything else you want , sir ?
No , thanks .
May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ?
Yes , two of us .
Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ?
Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 .
So , that's one " Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style " , one " Fruit Salad " and two bottles of Carlsborg beer . We'll send them to your room in 20 minutes .
Here you are .
OK , I will get right to that .
I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ?
I just started working here .
I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ?
I'd like to , but I am very busy .
I'll make sure that management keeps you in mind for special projects in the future . Thanks for the help !
It just happened to be the highest grade in the class .
You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it .
I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade .
If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it .
Have you updated your resume recently ?
Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address .
You ' d better double-and-triple check it . You don ' t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot .
I ' ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview .
Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ?
Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic .
I ' m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference .
Sorry , you ' re not on it . I don ' t think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing !
Thank you .
I ' m looking forward to seeing you again . Take care .
The same to you . Keep in touch .
Yes , I understand what to do .
You fill in the hours and total them for the week . Have you ever used a 24 hour clock ?
What ? Huh ?
So after you noted the hours , starting at zero which is midnight , you just write down the minutes as a dot followed by minutes . Get it ?
Huh ? What ?
Just make sure you show your total , sign it , and turn it in .
I thought you said this was easy .
You are a quick learner . I don't think you'll have any trouble with this .
Adidas ? They wear well . Try this pair , Size 38 , please .
Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ?
Okay . What about this one ?
( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ?
You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there .
OK . Thank you .
And what is it going to be , Chinese food or Western food ?
Chinese food .
May I have your name , sir , please ?
Please book it under the name of Mr . Peter .
So it's Mr . Peter , a table for six for the evening of the next Monday . It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30 .
That's right .
Thank you for calling us . We'll be expecting you next Monday .
Is it serious ?
No , the damage is minor .
And when will it be OK ?
4:00 p . m ..
OK . Thank you .
You should encourage her to make up her mind by herself . You shouldn ' t affect her decision .
But I just want to give her some tips .
Oh , she can make her own decisions .
Oh , I don't know . It depends .
How ?
Because I won't let it fail .
But what about tomorrow ? What if Stars . com decides to go with WebTracker , and not us ?
This one is especially built for hard , continuous play . And every detail of workmanship and material has been carefully checked to make it a dependable one for tournament use .
It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it . Now do you have any racket covers ?
This cover comes with the racket .
How much does it come up to ?
The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan .
Do you accept credit cards ?
Sure . If you'll just wait here , I'll be right with you in a minute .
Ok , I understand . But why you choose us to work for ?
I have studied carefully the information about your company on the internet and I have checked your company ' s homepage . I am impressed by the company . And I like the products a lot . Since you ' re growing steadily , I would be very eager to help you to improve your accounting system .
How do you work with a team ?
I work quite well with a team . I ' m a good team player . I respect people , cooperate well with member ' s team . And I will do my best to help team members .
What ' s your long term goal ?
I ' d like to bring to ABC Company not only my technical skills , ambition , enthusiasm , but also my loyalty . A sincere desire to become an administrative assistant is the heart of my career plans .
0K . See you then .
Do you have your member card with you ?
Nope , I do not have a membership yet .
Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it .
That is so nice of you . If I like the service and the training equipment , I think I well join the club .
Will you open your mouth ? Your throat is swollen .
Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat .
You seem to have a cold . I'll give your an injection and let me write down your prescription .
I'm clear so far .
The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in .
It won't go in !
Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work .
Yes , next step .
Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable .
They're totally unreliable .
You seem to have it down . Have a good day !
Oh , I ' m crazy about them .
I swear , the overhead compartments on these planes just keep getting smaller and smaller !
that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ?
yes . What about you ?
I'm in the middle seat .
oh , I guess I'll let you through then .
thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again .
that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ?
no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ?
I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away .
I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours .
thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ?
that would be great . thanks .
Ah thank you ! I'm very excited . We were going to get married next year , but then we decided to get married on holiday instead . It was wonderful .
That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money !
I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ?
I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home .
Definitely . Oh , there's Mr . Campbell . Driver , can you stop here please ?
And who ' s the man in the green beside her ?
You mean the man wearing jeans ? He ' s her little brother .
No , not really , there's just a lot of blood .
You may just need stitches . I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER . Let me make a quick phone call .
I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk .
Oh , sorry ! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood . I'll be right there .
You should pay 160 yuan for the electricity fee and 80 yuan for the water fee .
Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ?
Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ?
Cash , please . Here is the money .
I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan .
OK . Thank you . Bye-bye .
Bye .
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
Ok , let's think about it for a minute .
Well , I'll be back in a minute .
It sounds like you ' re coming down with the flu . Let me take your temperature .
Have I got high fever ?
Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ?
Yes , I have .
Now , Let me have a look at you . I ' d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ' s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A .
ah .
Yes , It does look a bit sore . Let ' s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests .
All right , thanks .
The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection .
What shall I do today ?
I ' m giving you some antibiotic and aspirin . Taking aspirin when you ' Ve got a fever and take one antibiotic until four hours and go home lie in bed for two days . Take some water then you feel better .
I have done it . But now I have an urgent appointment to keep . Could you drive me to the subway station ?
With pleasure . Get in .
Thanks a lot !
I like the Brazilians . They are the real champions .
Come on baby , let's dance !
Oops ! It's the landlord . I guess the tables have turned now . We're the noisy neighbors . Turn it down !
But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec . 25 .
Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment .
I hope you'll try to get them to step up production .
As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production .
If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said .
I am sorry .
What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep .
I promise .
There must be several private companies that are interested in employing someone like you . You could do some research for a university . There ' s a lot of discussion about genetics nowadays . Someone wit
Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made .
Well , I hope scientists don ' t decode to make a clone of me in the future ! I wouldn ' t like to be the subject of an experiment .
Frankly yes . We like to employ married people . By the way , do you have any children ?
Yes , I have a three-year-old son .
Oh , it's a disco . Let's dance .
You're a good dancer .
Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ?
Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance .
OK . Let's get something to drink .
Good idea .
What tooth is giving you pain ?
One of the back ones .
Let me see ... We can see you this afternoon if you can come in at four thirty .
Sure , would you like anything else ?
That'll be fine for now , thank you .
Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food .
Excuse me . I'm ready to order .
What would you like ?
Let me have the baby-back ribs .
Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ?
That will be it for now .
How many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected to each other so that there would be one large open space for people to spend time with each other .
How many bathrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
How would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would be kept in closets .
How many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
So , how much say do the stockholders really have ?
Unless they're united , very little ...
Yes , I will move on to XYZ Company .
Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you .
Thanks . I had learned so much from you and our colleagues .
Glad you like it . By the way , is this your first time to China , Mr . White ?
Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you .
We also hope to expand our business with you .
This is our common desire .
I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade .
Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it .
Right . Seeing is believing .
Sure .
Let me see . It's not an eagle . I think it's a vulture .
Yes . Will it hurt us ?
I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map .
OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem .
I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know .
You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree .
Well , it is a birch tree . It is not as old as you think .
How do you know ?
Because its trunk is not thick enough to be like a thousand-year-old tree .
Brilliant idea ! That will make our journey rewarding and much safer .
I heard about a software program called turbid . It automatically submits a bid with just a few seconds to go in an auction .
Count me out . I can do without shills and snipers and turbo-bidders .
We're watching a football match . What's the matter ?
Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep .
I'm sorry about this .
Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration .
You can rest assured that we won't disturb others anymore .
Did it cost very much
It cost about thirty . Most games cost about that much .
Mechwarrior is such a good game . The graphics are awesome !
Oh , I know what you mean . I'm addicted to that game .
My roommate always wants to play it . But I told her to buy her own game .
Yeah , my roommate likes to watch me play . He says it's like watching a movie .
I've never seen such good graphics .
And I've never heard such good sound in a game .
If I let you go back to sleep , I know that you won't get up in five minutes .
Trust me . I'm going to wake up .
You have a lot to get done this morning .
I already know , and I'll take care of all that when I wake up .
I want you to be on time for school today .
I'll make it to school on time . Don't worry .
Okay , I'll let you sleep for a little while longer .
I really appreciate that .
Ok , sue , I will just go in get her .
Not at all . This dress certainly shows your good taste .
That's quite a compliment coming from you .
Any terrible fines ?
Sure .
Right . Thank you very much !
How is plastic recycled , then ?
Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals .
Is that the method you use here ?
No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products .
How do you do that ?
By melting it down and then reforming it . Our main products are bin liners for kitchen bins and carrier bags for supermarkets .
The best thing to do is study as much as you can . I'm sure you'll do alright .
I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take .
I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other .
That will be great .
It ' s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ' s right .
How long will you work a day ?
My working hours aren ' t fixed , sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift . In all , about 8 hours .
That ' s rather hard .
But it matches my major .
How will you get your pay ?
My wage depends on production results .
What sort of welfare facilities does your company provide ?
The company provides labor insurance for all employees , as well as fine retirement policy .
Is there a union ?
There is the company union , but it really shares the same aims as the management .
So you must consider dearly before you go to work .
I will .
How many departments do we have ?
Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch .
Ok . Who should I report to ?
Mr . White , too .
that ' s amazing . Do you have a large extended family ?
I ' Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ' s side and 10 cousins on my dad ' s side .
are you very close to your first-cousins ?
the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ' m older , I don ' t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ' t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones .
I see . who ' s the head of your household ?
it ' s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family .
that ' s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ?
at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ' Ve been married for a few years , she ' s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother .
that ' s pretty much how you feel about your step-mother . Like grandmother , like grandson .
I'll have that too .
Thank you very much . I am sure good rest will do indeed . I don ' t have this too often .
Yes , totally . It's nice to meet a customer who understands the system .
Right , so the deposit , if I don't draw on it will be blocked after you get the Deposit Certification ?
That's right . I know we have a complex system , but you have caught on so quickly .
And what athletics did you play ? Can you remember ?
I was a runner-a long-distance runner .
And now ?
No . I'm afraid I haven't had time since I got married .
Well , thank you again for coming to see us . But just remember that we like people who join the company to play in the company sports teams .
Certainly , sir .
May I have headphones for the in-flight movie ?
No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ?
Thanks , a coke , PLS .
How much do you want to pay ?
About 300 a month .
Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month .
How big is it ?
It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom .
Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible .
Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one . It's opposite the park .
How much is it ?
It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area .
What's it like ?
Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ?
Of course , Sir .
Sure they are . Some hi-tech devices are built in to make sure they pollute less . Some of these green cars have not become standard . So the production costs are still high . But anyway , we should make efforts to start with .
Oh , don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry ? It's really difficult . I hear the students in that class have to write a paper a hundred pages long .
That's right . We got the assignment last week .
When is it due ?
Next Monday .
Remind me never to sign up for that course .
Automatics are very simple to drive . The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on .
You should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ' s seat !
Very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ?
I can ' t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ?
How ' s that ?
That ' s better . Now what ?
Check your petrol situation .
The tank is almost empty . I guess I ' ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up .
That ' s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway .
I got it . Don ' t worry . I ' ll get you there in one piece .
Remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies !
Why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on ?
Do you get special training in office skills ?
I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure .
Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job .
I ' Ve received some special training in typing , shorthand and operating a fax machine , etc .. I ' m experienced in IBM-PC . I can operate familiarly a word-processor , a fax machine , a photo and other office equipment .
Can you eat the seed ?
No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed .
Well , how much are they ?
Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard .
Where do they grow mangoes ?
The ones that are on sale are from Central America .
They don't just randomly stick you , they find your pressure points . The heat allows the body to immediately respond to the treatment , restoring the body's " chi " .
But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ?
The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options .
Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up .
This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable .
Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more .
This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it .
Forget it . I don't want to inflict any more pain on myself . In a little while I'll go and buy some more painkillers and take a nap .
Let me have a look .
OK .
Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years . What were you responsible for ?
I was responsible for sales .
Have you received any honorable title personally ?
Yes , I was twice singled out as an ' Advanced Worker ' .
Well , considering your qualifications , we believe you would be a suitable candidate .
I would like to have the coffee rum pies .
Our team played hard and won .
I really wish I went to the game .
It was the best game ever .
So tell me the final score .
The other team lost by three points , 101-98 .
It must've been a close game .
It really was . You should've gone .
Hopefully , I'll make it to the next one .
I know , I know . I will do it all by myself .
Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ?
Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already .
Sounds like you've done your homework . I think you're ready for this .
Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore !
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . But they can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading .
Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester .
Yes , I remember .
Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ?
Sure , no problem .
Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester !
Do you ever speak to native speakers of English ?
Sadly , I hardly ever speak to English people . I usually practice with my Chinese friends .
Mr . Black , I don ' t think my boss will talk to you . It ' s a Chinaman ' s chance .
You think so ? Let ' s take a chance !
Yes . And we're proud of you , Loans .
It's nice of you to say so .
We ' ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ' s starting salary would you expect here ?
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager .
Friday then . How about it ?
Friday is great .
It's settled then .
Did I mess up on anything ?
You did mess up on something .
What was that ?
Your parallel parking isn't all that great .
Yeah , that's pretty hard for me .
You just need a little more practice .
I know , but I still get my license , right ?
You got it .
Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word .
One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file .
You can
I feel your pain , sir .
Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves .
I agree with you , sir , but all I do is work here .
No wonder you are named shopaholic .
No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags .
Wait a moment . And you can check where other sales are .
Seriously , I am so excited .
Well , congratulations .
Thank you .
I'm so happy for you .
Really ?
Yes . You really deserved this .
You think so ?
Yes . Good for you .
OK . What are the biggest cities ?
The biggest city ? The biggest city is Sydney , then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth . But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia . And Perth is on the west coast , but sort of of out there by itself .
OK . Um , if you had to live in one place where would you live ?
I like Brisbane . I had my teenage years in Brisbane , growing up in Brisbane , um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city , but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine .
Oh , nice . Actually , what is the capital city of Australia ?
Ah , Canberra is the capital city . But is not the biggest city . Sydney is the biggest city . Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded . It's a separate territory .
Yep ! I got some , in which I am interested . But ...
But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties .
YOU GET ME !
All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave .
Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow .
It's all or nothing .
No , I only have a handbag .
Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security .
Is that all ?
Yeah , I think so . It is very simple .
I see . Thank you very much .
Then we ' ll have to put up with it .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
That's great . And the garbage , too ?
Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now .
Thanks for your help !
There are several possible sources you might use for that topic . I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television .
Thank you for you help .
Yes , I am . That ' s right .
Will you need a wake up call , sir ?
Yes please . At 6 . 30 am .
Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6 . 30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay .
Thank you .
Wow , you're so lucky . I saw it on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall .
That's for sure . You know , I had the greatest time ever .
How long have you had that problem ?
Since last night .
Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan .
Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ?
Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
I need to get to work , so it better .
I really do hate public transportation .
I agree , it's just never on time .
That's right .
I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather .
Oh , that's the worst .
We need to get a car .
I completely agree with that .
How far is it from here ?
It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think .
Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much .
You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow .
Thank you . The same to you .
It's hard to say , because each team has my idols .
Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know .
I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct .
What a good goal !
Do you want me to take a look ?
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Is this your handbag ?
Yes , it is . Thank you very much .
I think it was about 45 minutes long .
But it went by fast . It was interesting .
I liked it .
I'll give you a speech like that , too .
Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ?
Of course .
I think only the family will be there .
You have lots of friends . They will be there , too !
Good idea . Shall we get everyone in the community ?
Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people .
I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals .
What about the costumes ?
We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe .
Try something new . We can find a supporting agency .
Great idea . There is a travel agency nearby who would love to be our sponsor . It's a perfect chance for them to promote ethnic tourism .
She will be OK . She is a tough cookie .
That ' s great news .
In my opinion she will up about soon .
That ' s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor .
I believe it . Well , I ' Ve got to go back in .
Thanks for helping her , doctor .
All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee .
Thanks . I will .
I don ' t know . The ones who stole my uncle ' s motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ' t have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ' t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn ' t anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ' t that dumb after all .
That ' s not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
Well , i don't see the point of arguing this .
Sure , why not . Sounds like fun . Why are you going to church ?
My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him .
What for ?
Lots of people especially seniors like to go to church , and attend the evening service .
It's not a surprise , is it ? She has always been a hard working student .
But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl .
No , I didn't save this time . Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Are you more of a follower or a leader ?
I don't agree with someone else's opinion if I think he's wrong , but when I understand his thinking and see he has some good ideas , then I'm very happy to go along with him .
A good suggestion for you . You need a holiday .
It wasn't always like this , you know .
What do you mean ?
Well , I mean . We always do the same thing . There ' s no variety in our lives .
You need a holiday . That ' s what's the matter .
Certainly , perhaps .
Well , you don't have to be mean . How do I do it ?
Go to www . yahoo . com and click on Travel and tickets . There are about a billion sites to look at .
Ok , thanks . I'll let you know what I find .
All right .
I ' ll look for a ticket for you , too . Thanks !
Okay , Pollyanna , what's so good about this weather ?
Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home .
We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ?
I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us .
And he can move . too ! He dances like Ricky Martin !
Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
well , we give each of our customers a qualified personal trainer . The trainer will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan .
what else ?
since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us
sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ?
that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year .
perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first .
wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it .
OK , I'll take it .
OK , I will .
It will be hard to say good-bye . This office has become like a second home to me .
My feelings are mixed on the issue too . By helping you I ' m losing a valuable and trusted employee . However I think you are taking a step in the right direction .
Do I have to have an operation ?
No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big .
Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games .
Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine .
Oh , I've heard a lot about the Chinese herbal medicine . I believe it will work .
Don't worry . All things are difficult before they are easy .
You hit the nail right on the head .
Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ?
What is it ?
It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English .
Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ?
How about this sunday ?
Ok , cool .
Good . I'll give you a call tonight .
No problem .
Bye .
I bought it in a store near my school .
How much is it ?
It's only thirty yuan .
It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too .
I'll go together with you .
What would you do at the party ?
We sing " Happy Birthday " at the party and have birthday cakes .
Do you know when people began to sing the song " Happy Birthday " ?
Well , I don't know .
Let me tell you the story . In 1892 , Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called ' Good Morning to you ' . But later someone added the words ' Happy Birthday ' to their tune .
So the ' Happy Birthday ' song has been popular since then ?
Yes , actually , the song has been sung since its publication in 1932 . People all over the world have sung it in many different languages .
Do you know the name of the street ?
I can't remember , but it's the second light .
By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ?
I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up .
Thanks a lot .
Did you download a movie or rent it at the store ?
I downloaded it so that I didn't have to remember to return it .
Can you speak English fluently ?
I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently .
Did you take TOEFL or GRE ?
Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE .
When did you begin to learn English ?
I started to learn English when I was in primary school .
Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ?
The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe the amount of English I know is sufficient to work in a South Korea firm .
Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use ?
No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door .
And the gym hours are ?
Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes .
One more question , Do you have a trainer ?
We might be getting one in the near future . But at the present time , no .
It is located at the east foot of Western Mountain of Beijing , in a park with the same name . There are some huge stones within the mountain which look like the censer , so it is called ' Fragrant Mountain ' .
Have you visited it before ?
Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting .
Like what ?
It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between .
Sounds marvelous .
You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain .
Great . I will prepare some clothes and food for the climbing .
Yes , please do that .
OK , sir . We are looking forward to your arrival .
We will need it for Saturday only .
I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ?
Mary and I will be driving the van .
Could you drop it off on Sunday night ?
Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ?
Yes , that would be fine . Just make sure that everything is returned by Sunday night .
It wasn't cold out this morning .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
no , I thought I'd wait until you got home .
go on , read it out loud .
ok . It says , " Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "
when did you send her a letter ?
just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often .
I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on .
ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk .
that's fine with me .
oh . It's actually all rather personal .
well , skip over all of that and read me the rest .
ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... " Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "
are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ?
didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June .
oh , I guess I missed that .
men !
Yes , I am .
Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ?
Not really , I am familiar with this area .
Port's too sweet . It's a dessert wine . A dry red French wine would be nice with meat . A glass of chilled white German wine would be good with fish . But , we're not eating and it's hot out , so I think I'll have a tall glass of sangria with ice .
Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ?
I like to stick to the clean stuff , like vodka , gin , white rum and other clear spirits .
How about this ... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon , and I'll order some Chinese food for delivery . It'll be my treat .
You don't have to do that ...
I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste .
Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ?
Great . I'll bring the food .
Yes , sir . We are looking forward to your coming .
Thank you very much . Are you here alone ?
My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ?
I'm a back-packer from America .
What is a back-packer ?
It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world .
Cool . You must have been to a lot of places .
Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places .
So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up .
You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier .
I'll try my best .
Let me think . About half past seven if it is okay for you .
That's fine . I can make it .
Any alternative that works will be great .
Well , there's our computer lab on the first floor .
That sounds good . What's the charge ?
The lab and the computers are no charge , but you have to pay for whatever you print .
That sounds good . Now , how about the other alternatives ?
Of course . Our lobby is set up for wireless , so just bring your computer down here .
Use my laptop in the lobby ? That's great ! Now , if I need to print something there ?
They plan to install a printer here . But until then , you'll have to use the lab .
I think I'm going to go make myself a snack .
Do you know what kind of snack that you want ?
I'm not exactly sure .
Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ?
I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make .
A PB & J is pretty easy to make .
I'm going to do that .
Knock yourself out .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and I had to wait for half an hour at the bus stop
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the centre of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
Do you promise ?
Of course .
And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ?
I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise .
But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ?
Yes . But only if you ask me nicely .
Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please !
Ok . I'll keep my promise .
You can put stuff on the picnic table . Back to work . The grill is calling me ...
Let me know if I can help .
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
Oh , it's out of stock at the moment . Why don't you choose another brand instead ?
I'm not used to other brands .
You can have a try . Maybe you will like it .
OK . I hope so .
The charges vary according to the types of call you make . The cheapest is a station-to-stcrtion call , then a person-to-person call . The mini charge will apply for the first three minutes , then each additional minute will be charged .
Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ?
Certainly . Who are you calling ?
It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters .
And what's the number you are calling ?
It's London , 9981-6432 .
And your name and number ?
My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 .
Hang up and I'll call you back in a few minutes .
Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building ?
As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system .
That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess .
It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet . Your customers won't even notice them .
So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars .
Yes , that's for the units . Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars . But it depends on the time spent , of course .
You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised .
No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included . The price I quoted was just for the units .
In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell . They don't charge extra .
I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs . Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately .
Yes , I suppose I should get used to it . But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this . We haven't even opened yet .
I understand , Ma'am .
And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars .
It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens . If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years .
I will tell you what I can agree to . If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept .
Well .
You do seem like a better company than the other one . So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 .
Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this . We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business .
Good . I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible .
Perfect . But what I ' m concerned about most is the time of delivery .
You may rest assured that shipment will be effected within the time limits stipulated in the contract . But there is also one point I ' d like to stress .
Yes ?
Your LC must be opened at least onemonth before the time shipment , otherwise we won't be able to catch the ship .
No problem . I ' ll have the covering LC opened as soon as I wetback . In addition , would you tell me by whom the commodity inspection is conducted before shipment ?
The goods will be inspected by the China Import & Export Commodity Inspection Bureau . It will then issue certificate of quality and a certificate of weight . These will be taken as final and biding .
Please remember to use both English and Chinese versions and both versions should be equally valid .
Naturally . Each of us keeps one original and two copies .
Then I ' ll come along three days later to put my signature on it .
Good .
OK , I will send Beker to help you . We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay .
OK , we promise to do it well .
Okey . The interest rate for time deposit is higher . Could you tell me it's RIB deposit or currency deposit ?
RIB deposit .
Is it your first time to make a deposit here ?
Yes .
The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ?
Six months .
Fill in this slip in ink , please .
Here you are .
All right . Just a moment , please .
Thank you .
I apologize . You have my word , I ' ll spend some time with you on the weekend . I promise .
We ' ll see .
Thank you for understanding . I promise I ' ll make it up to you .
Fine , just fine . And you ?
Not so well . I've come down with the flu .
I'm sorry to hear that . Take care of yourself .
It's really great to see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
Sounds wonderful . When shall we make it ?
How about seven ?
OK .
I'll pick you up .
Thank you .
I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
I think they are too far from the stage . I want two in row 6 .
That's fine . But you have to pay another $ 10 .
Didn't you even want to go to the cinema ?
Not really . I watched television for an hour .
What was on television last night ?
Boxing . It was excellent .
Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too . What a pity I missed it last night !
What did you do last night ?
I went to a boxing match in the sports stadium .
Please make a single-breasted .
No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt .
How much does it cost ?
Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether .
All right . When can I get it ?
In two weeks .
Thank you .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Ok . Here are the ones , turtleneck pullover , crewneck pullover , V-neck pullover and cowl-neck pullover .
It sounds good .
Yes , it is the best of our hotel .
Really ? Let me have a try .
Thank you . Just a moment , please .
Fine today , though a bit under the weather last week .
Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch .
What about the afternoon ?
At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ' clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC .
No , thanks . Just let me sleep until I wake up .
I'll start dinner at 6:00 .
Okay . I think I'll be awake by then .
If not , your nose will wake you up .
You mean I will smell the food cooking ?
You might even dream about dinner .
I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired .
Have a nice nap .
Where ' d you meet him ?
Oh , listen , I can ' t even remember . Ok , on my birthday , I wandered into over 30 rooms , for a joke , sort of and he was there , and we started chatting ...
About what ?
Oh , books , and music , how much we both love New York . Harmless , harmless , meaningless . Bouquets of sharpened pencils . Oh .
Excuse me ?
Forget it . We don ' t talk about anything personal , so I don ' t know his name or what he does or where he lives exactly . So it ' ll be really easy for me to stop seeing him , because I ' m not ...
Good idea . We should also pedicures and manicures .
This could become a very expensive trip to be beauty parlour !
I think it ' s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ' t you agree ?
Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress .
Maybe we should try a thai massage too .
What ' s special about a thai massage ?
That ' s when the masseuse walk on your back and massage you with her feet .
Sounds painful !
Well . John had promised to be my date , but he stood me up . I waited for a full hour in the cold wind .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn't wait to get out of there .
Good idea
What are you going to buy ?
Let's check out the fruit section first .
OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet .
Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some .
I'll take some , too .
Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets .
OK . I'll go and buy some cakes .
Do you want to buy something else ?
No . Let's go over to the check-out stand .
It's hard for me to imagine . How can you stand that ?
You'll get used to it gradually .
Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ?
Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months .
Three months ? Incredible !
It certainly is . But the work is also hard here . You need to put a lot of hard hours on the job to succeed in this field .
I expect to work hard , madam .
Do you mind going on frequent business traps ?
No , I enjoy travelling .
Your basic physical exam will include lungs , heart , blood levels , and eyes , ears , and nose .
I ' Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ?
We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test .
I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ?
I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count .
I am expecting the tests to go well . I have been taking good care of myself .
The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 .
Really ? Who will play ?
The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it .
That's cool . I'll watch it .
Who do you think will win ?
There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win .
I think so .
You ' re welcome . I hope it'll come out well .
I'm sure it will .
Alright , the puck is back in play now . Pavel Bure is on a breakaway ! He is flying down the ice ! The defenders can ' t keep up ! Slap shot ! He scores .
What an amazing goal !
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
That's cool . I bet you could bring your own food .
We did . On hot days , we'd take a blanket and lay in the back of dad's old pickup to watch the movie .
Why don't we do that anymore ?
Well , the weather might have some influence , during bad weather the theater didn't make a whole lot .
We considered you very carefully but the other candidate has more experience .
Maybe so . But I'm fast learner and I'm willing to work overtime to learn the business .
I'm sure you are .
I must to ask you to reconsider your decision and give me a chance .
You ' d better hurry up if you wanna a dorm room next September ...
Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus .
Do you have any idea how much that would cost ?
I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ' s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ' t get anything done .
You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ' d save .
I ' Ve got to think it over some more .
I hope you will have second thoughts .
Perhaps we need to have more babies ! Tina gave birth to a baby boy yesterday .
Did she ? That ' s great . However , if we have too many children , that will have a bad effect on the enviroment .
How ' s your son these days ?
Oh , he ' s fine . Kids seem to grow up very quickly nowadays .
He ' ll be a teenager before you know it ! Teenagers are often rebellious ! When do you think it is a good age to have a child ?
I had mine when I was 24 . that ' s a little young . I ' d suggest you wait until you are in your late twenties . , or even in your early thirties if you have a good career .
Yes , I think you ' re right . I ' m thinking about having a child , but not just yet .
Is there a big generation gap between parents and their children in you country ?
Yes , there is . Teenagers do not want to live traditional lives . They want to go out , have fun , and explore the world . They want to develop their own view of life . Parents usually try to discourage them , but they don ' t often succeed .
Parents usually give their children more freedom in my country . Sometimes they give them too much freedom .
It ' s almost impossible to get the right balance . If you are too strict , kids might ignore you . If you are too lenient , they might go wild .
That's true , but I love the living room , it's huge and filled with sunshine .
True , and I like the kitchen . It ' s new and well equipped .
It has a great balcony with an incredible view of the park .
You are right . The view is spectacular . But that bedroom is so small . We ' d never be able to fit all of our stuff in there .
May be we could get some new furniture , better stuff .
I haven't thought of that .
When was the last time you saw it ?
Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar .
OK . I ' ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it .
Thanks . I appreciate that .
Reasonable .
Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to .
Sometimes people in different countries , or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture .
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
Ok . The last piece is for your dessert . We're having dinner soon .
I'm afraid I can't agree with you there . Your price is much higher than other companies .
You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable .
I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away .
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first .
All right , we'll wait for your answer .
Oh , I haven ' t noticed that before . Maybe I will try next time .
Why don ' t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you .
Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot .
You ' re welcome . It was good seeing you again .
Me too . Have a great day .
What kind of apples do you prefer ?
I've always liked green apples .
I don't really like green apples that much .
Why do you say that ?
I think they are too sour .
You'd rather eat a red apple ?
Don't you like red apples ?
They're okay , I guess .
But doesn't incineration produce carbon monoxide ?
Yes , you're right , it does . But we believe it's less harmful to the environment than landfill
Did your teacher tell you the route he took ?
Yeah , he , with his fleet , came across the Indian Ocean , and arrived at the east coast of Africa .
Great , do you still remember when he started his voyage ?
Of course , that is from 1405 to 1433 , which is in Ming dynasty .
Good , by the way , do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you ?
Not yet , you know I have a lot of homework to do .
You should speed up , because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today .
OK , great Daddy , after supper , I'll embark on it .
That's my boy ! Wait , Daniel , when is Pirates of the Caribbean on ?
Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow , who wants to find the treasure on the sea ?
Exactly , now , tell me the time .
I won't tell you , unless you promise to let me watch it with you .
So maybe we shouldn't go out after all .
Yeah . Let's just lounge around !
No , not at all .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ...
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
I'll go myself then .
Christmas has more religious nature , while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday . On the New Year's Eve , we have a big dinner called ' Family Reunion Dinner ' . One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings . After that , the adults usually sit chatting , watching TV , or playing cards .
What are the children doing ?
They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks .
I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year .
Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money .
Who will get the money ?
Of course the children .
Are you serious , John ?
All I'm trying to say is that life is ... like ... er ... this painting .
And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service ?
It ' s really very good .
Why do you say that ?
Well , trains are frequent and come on time .
Which train do you catch in the evening ?
I usually take the 5 thirty home .
And can you get a seat ?
No , I usually have to stand .
Would you agree that the service is fast ?
Yes , it ' s reasonably fast but it certainly isn ' t cheap . Fares have gone up25 % .
$ 50 .
How long will it last ?
About 2 years .
Here is the money .
That ' s great . Can you do it anywhere ?
No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city .
So , what programs do you have on your laptop ?
I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs .
I know you are keen on photography . It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime !
It ' s wonderful , isn ' t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I look recently ?
In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that . the streets are often icing in the morning . with high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms .
Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ?
We do have a few foggy days in winter . but i would not say we have a lot of fogs . the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ?
Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms . but each one usually only last a few hours . then the skys are clear again .
Have you ever had snow in your city ?
My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child . but my parents and i only see it outside of our city .
The river in my city sometime freeze over . people go ice-skating on it . on summer people go boating on the river . but few people go swimming because it is not very clean .
As you know , my city is on the coast . the water is also not clean . but people still go swimming all year around . i prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot in sunny .
I think they're playing Lord of the Rings
That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that .
Where should we meet ?
How about at the subway entrance .
Aright . I'll meet you there at one o'clock .
You'd better get on with your homework ! You can practice on Sunday .
Oh dad . You don't understand at all .
I certainly could . You ' ll get exams next month .
I don't need it to play the guitar .
Oh , don't you ? God save me !
I'm sorry .
Oh , god , please tell me how .
I can't tell you .
OK , I want you to be happy when we are together , and when you are sad , I would always stay with you .
When I am angry and want to beat someone , you stand there and let me do what I want . Would you ?
Yes , I would . Thanks for being in my life .
Don't be so happy , it is just one of my tests !
But why do you choose cycling at first ?
Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection .
You are really a good citizen .
That ' s what I can do .
Got it . Can we see any things left by them ?
Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain .
I want to see them . How can I go there ?
That is easy . You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai .
You're serious ?
Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert .
I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me .
Of course I forgive you . What are friends for ? Now , what am I going to do for that other guy ?
How much are the lemons ?
Three for ten cents .
Give me a dozen lemons .
Anything else ?
No , thanks . How much in total ?
Twenty eight dollars .
When could we get together ?
I could easily give you some time tomorrow night .
Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ?
Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ?
I'll come prepared .
Goodbye until then . I promise you that you'll do well after we meet .
Don't worry . It is a test of physical endurance , intelligence . Just to finish it is considered a victory for most .
OK . I'll talk to you later .
This is all you want to check out ?
Just the video .
I ' m going to need your library card .
I have it right here .
You ' ll need to take care of the video .
I will .
We will fine you if you damage it .
I get it . Thank you .
Oh , I wouldn't worry about it .
That's because you did well .
No , I wouldn't worry about you .
Why ?
It seems to me that you always do better than you say .
She ' s your sister . What she asked was only duck soup for you . Why can ' t you be good to her ?
But I am her brother , not her servant .
Your garden is really lovely .
Thank you .
Do you take care of them everyday ?
Yes , I do .
Don't you feel dull ?
I don't . I like the work .
you should be . You worked really hard last night preparing for it .
thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass .
you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor .
did you always do well at school ?
no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams .
really ?
sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ?
I'll get my finals in two months .
when do you plan on studying for those exams ?
most students just cram the night forehead .
do you think that's a good idea ?
no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam .
that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ?
I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant .
it sounds like you've learned something useful this year !
You ' re great . Could you say it in Chinese ?
Sure , we call it doubt .
I don't think she would do such a thing .
But she did and it made me disappointed .
Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything .
But she means a lot to me .
Then forgive her mistake .
Oh , I just can't forget it .
I see . But , many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans .
That maybe true , and I for one don ' t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ' re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ' re asking for money ! That is just not right !
Good point . This is Sarah O ' Connell reporting live from Washington D . C . , back to you , Tom .
A diet ? What for ? You are in great shape .
I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up .
Oooo . This sounds serious .
Not too serious . But he gave me a strict diet to help bring it down .
How long are you staying here ?
Nine days .
All right . Thank you .
Certainly .
A physics class about the creation of the universe ? That ' s some pretty unscientific language there . Sounds more religious to me .
It ' s all religion . Take the theory of the Big Bang . How is it possible that all of the stuff in the universe comes from an explosion ? That ' s no better than Atlas carrying the globe on his back or African myths about turtles and stuff .
Turtles ? Whatever ... Look , all that ' s required for the creation of matter an imbalance of particles and anti-particles . At least , that ' s what the math says .
Math , sheath . What ' s the evidence ?
There is evidence ! You know Edwin Hubble ? He ' s the guy who in the early twentieth century was the first scientist to measure the drift of matter in the universe , thus advancing notions of an expanding universe . What would it be expanding from ? Well , the Big Bang ... DUH !
Anyway , it ' s just a theory . Why do people go around touting theories ? Where ' s the scientific rigor in that ?
Dude , don ' t equivocate . A theory only becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous testing . You slept through class , didn ' t you ?
I know what you mean .
I want to give a gift that is really meaningful .
Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them .
Or what only we are able to give them .
Would you like to have your room on the top floor ?
It doesn't matter .
You get home late , don ' t you ?
Yeah , around seven . Most of the street parking is gone by then .
Ah , well . You can ' t have everything .
Yeah . I can live with it . It ' s great to be living alone .
Good idea . We should also hold a series of presentations . We could have presentations on the history of the university , the courses we offer , and our links with other universities .
Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives .
We could have another on the successes of graduates from here .
I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that .
That ' s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university .
I ' m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni .
A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film .
I ' m sure that will be very popular .. OK , let ' s think about how we can put these ideas into practice .
If you like , I'll take you to a new restaurant next time , I just heard about it from my friend , and he was just raving about it . It's such a great Sichuan cuisine . Would you like to try that ?
Sure , I'd love to . I heard Sichuan cuisine is very hot , I think I definitely love it .
Great , I love hot food too .
Well , let's finish this great dinner first .
You said it .
My boy . I give you my sympathy to you . However , this meeting is said to be extremely important , so we have to attend it .
What's the meeting for ?
It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year .
I will be there after 20 minutes .
Thank you very much .
Not bad . You really know your booze ... So I guess you know what's in the salsa , too ?
Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ...
Don't tell me you're a salsa expert , too !
Ok .
You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre .
Ok , thank you .
OK , I suppose , but she's had a rough time in the last few years , She got divorced .
What , from Peter ?
Oh , of course .
Yeah , are you going to come ?
I'm sorry , I can't .
Why not ?
I don't really want to .
Well , why don't you ?
I hate going to parties .
Well , that's okay .
Yeah , sorry .
Maybe you're right . But I really don't like it .
Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good .
Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety .
Me , too . I hate to sit there and look at the same stage scenery one scene after another .
White and whole-wheat .
I think I'll have two slices of whole wheat .
Can you go wake up Cindy for me ?
Sure .
She's a late riser .
I don't want to argue anymore . Please get out of my life !
I think we can still talk .
No way ! Please don't follow me around .
Talk it easy , Anna . You really don't hate me . do you ?
Yes , I do . Leave me alone !
So , you've already made a large initial deposit ? That is good news . OK , let's have a look at your credit details and get this started .
I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward .
That is good , it should speed things up nicely .
Thanks .
I didn't know you smoked .
Really ? I've been smoking for over a year now .
Oh . You're new to smoking still . I've been smoking for 7 years .
You ever tried to quit ?
Many times . I'm really addicted . It's harder to stop than you think .
Yeah . I tried to quit last month , and I thought it was going to be easy , but it turns out that I'm still smoking .
I highly recommend you quit soon . The longer you smoke , the harder it becomes to quit .
I think you're right . Aright . Gotta go to class . Thanks for the cigarette . I'll talk to you later .
No problem . I'll talk to you later .
Well , what about a brooch ?
Only old women like that .
Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday .
OK . That's what I can do .
I'm sure and I remembered your phone number . I'll call you .
OK , they begin to register .
It's time I left .
Have a nice journey ! Do give my regards to your parents .
Really ! Did she tell you why she didn ' t show up ?
No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home !
What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ?
I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone .
I can ' t believe she would do that to you . It ' s so dishonest---and rude !
I know . I still haven ' t heard from her . The good thing is that I ' m so angry with her that I don ' t feel sad about not having her around .
I bet you she regrets what she ' s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ' t she ?
I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though .
I know . It ' s always nice to have some closure , but I don ' t think you ' ll have a problem finding another girlfriend .
But this is maybe one of the best Haunted Houses in North America ! It's different .
Why don't we go to the Epcot Center instead ? They have displays from many cultures around the world .
I saw that in the guide . It looks like they have different restaurants and different kinds of architecture . Do you want to go ?
Yes . That is something I will enjoy .
Alright , let's go then . How many tickets do we have left ?
We still have most of the tickets we bought . We can go on a lot of different rides if you like .
I was only interested in the Haunted House and the roller coaster rides . The other rides are for kids .
Let's start walking to the Epcot Center then . According to this map , it is up this pathway here .
Alright , let's go .
I ' m looking forward to this film . I read a good review of it in this morning ' s newspaper .
Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ' m tired of heavy drama .
Are these seats okay ?
They ' re fine , but I can ' t watch a movie without popcorn .
Yes , there are . They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries .
The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches .
That doesn ' t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs .
There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes .
We also have waterfalls in the mountains . They make the landscapes look very scenic . The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion , especially by water .
Addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way !
Yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your in-coming emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
Absolutely .
Do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
Yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
Do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
Yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
Now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information
Of course , I will tell her .
I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ?
Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away .
Sure , that would be great ! Thank you !
Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ?
Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please .
Sure , no problem , sir .
Thank you very much .
Wait a second ! There's the idea for this case ! " Your motor oil should be as choice and fresh as your morning coffee . "
what kind of job are you looking for ?
I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering .
there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ?
unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field .
that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ?
yes .
by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
really ? what is it ?
it's a job at a recruitment agency .
that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ?
well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job !
that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ?
sure , it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds . Good luck !
Here is 200 yuan . The charge is for you .
Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
He's outgoing and honest , but sometimes he's a bit conservative .
I do want to send it airmail , yes .
Yes , I know where the bookstore is .
OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ?
No , I didn't know I could do that .
You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ?
Yes , I am going today .
Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1
Yes , thank you . That would be great .
Well , then , I'll talk to you later . Have a good day !
Right now I ' m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market . We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities . We ' ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started . What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion .
Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ?
We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other .
So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ?
We could give you an uncite office , as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan . At the same time , after helping with our project , we will be willing to split our profit with you .
Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose . You can have a taste then make your decision then . Here is the wine menu .
The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one .
Then do you like any cheese to go with it ?
Why ? Do I have to order that ?
Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like .
That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive .
What would you like for appetizer and dinner ?
Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner .
How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ?
Medium , please ?
Anything for dessert ?
Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert .
OK . Please wait for s while . We'll get it done quickly !
I've noticed from your resume that you majored in accounting at Peking University . Will you please tell me something about your related courses ?
In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting .
Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ?
No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making .
From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience .
I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation .
You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English .
No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English .
That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ?
I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company .
Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ?
No , can you tell me about it ?
Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month .
I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ?
I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July .
Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you .
The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you .
Thank you . Good-bye .
I couldn ' t agree more . That ' s an ideal place for a vacation .
It sure is .
I can ' t wait to go there myself .
We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam .
Hope we have good luck .
Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you very much . Here's 10 $ , keep the change , please .
Good idea . It is convenient and fast .
You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely .
Certainly .
I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it .
I think that about one hundred words are enough .
After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply .
OK , I know now .
what was the prize ?
I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice .
that ' s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ?
I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz .
I won $ 10 in the lottery last month . Perhaps next time , I ' ll be luckier and win the jackpot !
Supposing we agreed to your price , what payment terms could you offer us ?
Maybe we would consider a longer credit period .
That would be nice . Let's call it a deal .
What are you talking about , we tried everything !
I understand that , but you'd feel better if you took a break , even for just a short while .
I actually try to avoid name-brand items . I can't stand it when big companies advertise their products all over the place !
I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds .
I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense .
Do you have a brand preference for anything ?
I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items .
What do you think about the " impossible is nothing " billboard on the high street ?
It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it .
I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention !
To each their own !
I don't know . The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn't have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn't anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all .
That's not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
What do you like doing in your spare time ?
I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health .
Do you have any hobbies ?
Yes , I have . I collect stamps , Chinese stamps as well as those from other countries .
No , I'm not hungry .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
How about languages ?
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
Really ? How do you know it was Santa ?
Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs !
Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him !
Really ?
Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already !
O-K ...
Hey , honey ! Is that you ? Don't eat all the cookies -- I want some , too !
Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Li Hua . Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you , too . Miss Li . please have a seat . I am Peter Smith , the General Manager .
We have a junior single suite or a superior double suite available for those dates .
What's the difference ?
The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar .
OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ?
Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation .
Sure , my credit card number is ...
What ?
The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ' s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ' s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa
I have no idea what you ' re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl .
This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g
Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ' t really appeal to me .
Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ' s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec
All I know about soccer is that you can ' t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me !
Whatever , I ' m going to go watch the opening match .
How come ?
It ' s too old . And it isn ' t as specious as I expected .
Oh . It ' s awful , but it can ' t be helped .
I ' ll just have to put up with it .
How about a snack after work ?
I couldn't careless .
Would you rather stay home ?
Whatever you say .
Are you really interested in doing something ?
I don't mind if you want to .
Exactly !
Did you want fries with your order ?
May I get a large order of curly fries ?
Did you want something to drink ?
Get me a medium Pepsi .
Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you . That's it .
No problem , that'll be $ 5 . 48 .
Thanks a lot . Keep the change .
I want to have a try later .
Me , too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
OK . I will bring it for you .
Would you please fill in a deposit form first ? Please write down your name , your account number and the amount you want to put in .
OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account .
Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Good idea !
Really ? But I can smell alcohol on your breath . Blow into this breathalyzer , please .
But , sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse to blow , you'll receive a much severer punishment .
OK . I'll blow .
Your BAC exceeds the legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and suspend your driver's license for 3 months .
Well , that sounds good , I have never lived in a motel .
Then let's stay in a motel . I am sure you will like it .
Thanks . We need the products in less than one month , because we have a big deal with another company . By the way , will payment against delivery be OK ?
That will be fine . And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order .
I'm glad you guys all have such a good sense of humor . Ha-ha ...
Of course ! That's why I always say , Eat , drink and be Greek !
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
I do wish your christmas and happy new year .
Thanks .
That ' s impressive . How would you make that pay ?
Tie it in with the pay-per-view services , and perhaps it could be a money-maker .
I see you have several good ideas . Now , I just have a few questions about your C . V . I notice that there is a five-year gap between your last job and now .
Yes , I took a break from work during that time . I had a baby , and as she was born with a handicap , I decided to suspend my career . But I have continued to keep up with the Industry through con
So , you ' re just starting back . Maybe you ' d better tell me a little more about your experience .
Right . I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye .
That must have been stressful .
Yes , but I learned a lot .
I'll bet .
I learned about different tax laws and how they work .
Thank you . How much is the fare ?
The meter reads 9 . 15 dollars .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Thank you .
I see . Thank you .
Are you kidding ? The meter says 15 dollars , doesn't it ?
Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip too .
I don't get it . I'll go and have our doorman talk to you then .
Ok , Ma'am . Calm down , 15 dollars will do .
That's right .
As much as possible .
What kind of fundraisers are you doing ?
We are going door to door .
You should try actual fundraisers , too .
What else can we do ?
Try having a car wash or selling candy .
I didn ' t think of that .
I know . It ' ll also help you make more money .
May I see the room ? I'll take this room . Is the rate for a room only ?
No , sir . The tax is included .
Right . That's good .
It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it .
I know you can do it .
I will do my best .
That is great . All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
Of course , we have .
Sounds easy . But how can I apply to practice ? I am thinking about applying for more reimbursement for my mobile bill . But I am afraid our boss will turn me down .
Ok , as John after Kennedy put it , let us never negotiate out of fear , but let us never fear to negotiate .
Poor Kevin , we should do something for him . He is a nice guy and does his job well .
Yeah , I agree with you . But you know , it's just one of those things .
This is just my size . How much is the rent
The rent is 400 yuan a day .
I like neither .
Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting .
OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun .
I like ferris wheel more .
It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later .
OK , let's go .
Yes , I know I'm wrong . But I swear that the affair lasts only for two months . And I still love my wife . I couldn't live without her .
I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce . But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever ?
Yes , I swear .
People here always wear the best clothes they have . Many people go out and buy clothes especially for New Year's Eve .
Any other common customs of your New Year ?
Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution .
What's that ?
It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days !
By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ?
We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too .
Thanks a lot .
Actually , I was hoping to mix business with pleasure . Would you be interested in joining me for dinner some time this week ? I thought we might try out the new Italian restaurant everyone ' s been
Sure , Mike , I ' d love to .
Is this evening too soon ?
No , that ' s perfect . We can leave directly from here .
Yes , I probably could .
You have already missed one other assignment ; when can I expect the make-ups ?
Next class meeting .
That will be soon enough , but make sure you get next week's assignment in as well , all right ?
That would work for me .
Good . I know that you are capable of being an excellent student .
That sounds good to me . I'll have the same .
Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork . Just like we planned ! That may be true , but if you were to do it , you would have trouble on the horizon . You always say that .
Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things .
Okay . Have it your way , but don't say I didn't warn you .
Levis . It's the latest fashion .
Your total comes to 7 dollars .
Here's 20 .
Thank you . Your cash back is 13 dollars . Pull into a parking states , and we'll bring you your fries in two minutes .
Thanks .
Where should I put my overcoat and briefcase after entering the office ?
Put it beside you . Don ' t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ' s desk . You've got long hair . Don ' t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work .
I think that ' s the reason why Princess Diana ' s hair style became so popular .
Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there .
I ought to respect other people ' s privacy , as most Westerners do .
As the saying goes , when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
We maintain a curfew for Cindy because she's just 16 .
How late can we stay out ?
You can stay out till 10 p . m .
But if we're going to be late ?
Then you call me or Tom first .
Yeah , she is . She is pretty , caring , getting easy-going and she is a great cook . She is a gem .
Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ' s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself .
Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ?
I've tried , but it didn't work .
So , when are you going to tell her ?
Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her .
I know she ' s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt !
I know ...
Could you please tell me about the cabins ?
Yes , all the cabins are fit for two .
Then where can I catch it ?
At Pier Five .
Thank you .
Can I have your name , please ?
My name is James .
I'll ask waitress to show you the way .
Thanks .
Did you call the apartment management yet ?
Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over .
How long ago did you do that ?
It was 36 hours ago .
That's outrageous ! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this .
Wow ! It's big ! What could it be ?
I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat .
What does that mean , not big but fat ? You didn't buy ...
What would you say is your most positive quality ?
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
I've been wearing my hair long for years , but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style . What do you suggest for a woman like me , that is , with hair like mine ?
Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable .
I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing .
Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ?
Yes , if you think it will help .
What do you think of it ?
It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ?
Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ?
By all means .
Thank you ! Remember that they go to the vet this Saturday .
I know . What time is their appointment ?
We need to have them there at 11
I got it . I will remember .
I'll get my things and meet you there .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
No , but I ' d like to learn how to use them .
Yes , I see , this is a permanent position .
Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ?
Oh , no , I ' m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time .
I couldn ' t possibly hire you . You can ' t take shorthand , you can ' t use a computer , and you can only work part time .
Are you even going to go ?
Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year .
Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun .
When exactly does the party start ?
The invitation says it starts at 8
Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ?
I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though .
I'm planning on going , but I really need her to give me my invitation .
What's his suggestion for this work ?
His suggestion is that the work be started at once .
The way I see it is that they'd join us .
I think so too .
So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ?
No , it won't .
So when will it be here then ?
Never .
Never ?
That's right . The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more . It ' s stop is round the corner .
Master card . Here you go .
Wait a moment , please .
Sounds interesting . What about this ?
It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion .
What's this ? It smells fragrant .
It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste .
I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend .
No problem . Wait for a moment .
The first step is to fill in the Account Opening Application and the accompanying Seal Card , stamped with your company's seal . I mean , the business seal and the corporate seal . We also need your Business Licence and the Enterprise Standard Code Certificate . Then we can go on to the next step .
That's great . Let's begin as soon as possible .
Do you mean financially rewarding ?
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I've always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that's true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I'm a GS - 15 . That's high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
I've been on here for like , 15 minutes .
Do you catch this bus a lot ?
Not much , I have a car .
So , you have your own car ?
I sure do .
Then , why are you on the bus with me ?
I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down .
That's good thinking .
I Know . And you should be more careful , too .
I am not wrong ! The chicken came first !
No ! The egg came first !
Is it a very long ride ?
It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride .
Really ?
It doesn't take long at all
Do a lot of people ride that bus ?
More people start getting on around LA .
Wow , thanks a lot .
Don't mention it .
For crying out loud ... How fast are we losing money ?
Um ... how can I put this ? Let ' s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months .
What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ' s the bad news ?
Oh , that ' s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ' re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ' re going to have to shoulder this cost .
Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess !
We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country .
We ' re doomed !
There is some really good news though !
Really ? What !
I got offered a new job !
Look , it's starting !
Mysteries of the Pyramids . Didn't we watch this program last week ?
It ' s just a little shorter .
I really like this one .
Well , it ' s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ' s pretty ?
Yeah . It ' s pretty .
I know it does seem a little daunting , but once you get used to it , it will save you a lot of time and trouble .
Good night .
It ' s at the park up the street .
Oh , is that right ?
Where ' s your polling place ?
I have no idea .
How come you don ' t know where it is ?
Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place .
You should check online .
Oh , really ? Thanks , I ' m going to do that right now .
I've already seen nine of them and , as they say , eight is enough !
Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots .
You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement !
I'm very sorry , sir . Will you please hold while I transfer you to my supervisor ?
That's rock and roll with fast tempo .
I like the slow dance . I am good at rumba and waltz .
Take it easy . The time for slow dance is the middle part of the party .
Let's find a quiet seat and sit down for beverage .
OK , follow me .
Listen , it is waltz . I like the elegant step of the old styles .
May I ?
Sure .
( When they are dancing ) You dance gracefully !
Is it fun driving the bus ?
Not at all .
I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver .
I never did either , but it pays the bills .
I enjoyed talking to you .
I liked talking to you too .
What are your symptoms ?
I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain .
Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ?
Here .
What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ?
Sharp pain .
Is the pain continuous ?
No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes .
Please lie down over there .
All right .
Does it hurt when I push here ?
No .
What about here ?
Not really .
How long have you been like this ?
For about a month .
How about your appetite ?
I am eating pretty good .
How about your bowel movements ?
No constipation . Everything seems OK .
Yeah . Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale . It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on .
That sounds great . Where should we meet ?
I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes .
Sounds good . See you there .
What do you think about these shoes ?
They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ?
No . Not really .
This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design .
I bet it's expensive .
It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ?
For 80 bucks it looks great . Go try it on .
what kind of work did you do ?
I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems .
That ' s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ?
I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building .
well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ' Ve ever had , please .
the best job ? What do you mean ?
like the job you feel the most proud of .
I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people .
Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of .
I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it .
that ' s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question .
Go ahead , please .
in all the jobs you ' Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ?
wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things .
all right . Do you have any questions ?
no . I can ' t think of any right now .
you ' ll hear from us by the end of this week .
thank you very much . I ' m looking forward to hearing from you about this job .
That's the style ! You just wear boxers .
What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ?
You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants !
If you ask me , it's a walking invitation !
Glad to meet you , Ms . Baker .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
Well , at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield . They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria . And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense . I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later .
I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes .
That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals .
Yes . They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline , especially in vital , decisive encounters .
Did you think about talking to her again ? Maybe she is waiting for your call .
I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet .
Come on , guy . Maybe she isn't your right person .
What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst ?
I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis .
What job-related skills do you have ?
I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language .
Thanks . Have you got any light bulbs ?
They're in the blue cupboard . Anything else ?
Oh yes , some wire cutters .
I ' ll need to check . Sorry , we don ' t have any in stock . But I can order some and send through the order today . How many do you need ?
Just one pair .
Fine . They should be here the day after tomorrow .
Yes , that's the reason why I remain here .
Never believe his words .
Thank you very much .
Your order is ready . It ' s on the way to your room . We ' re very sorry to have you waiting , Ma ' am .
That ' s okay .
Well , it's an automatic camera . You just press the button .
I see .
Thanks a lot .
Pardon ?
Six hundred US dollars .
I'm sorry , sir , after 7
But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ?
I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it .
It's just too bad . I have to leave it as it is , and thank you just the same .
Yes , if that's all right for you .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
I love swimming and cycling . On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour . In the afternoon , I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours .
That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ?
Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ?
I'm fond of dancing .
Good . You really know how to enjoy yourself .
Oh , I don't want to trouble you .
It's fine . I was heading there anyway .
How many days is the tour ?
10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ' t that great ?
That ' s a perfect plan . Enjoy yourself .
Please .
Not a chance .
Not even for an hour ?
Sorry , it ' s impossible .
Quit this company ? Oh ... wow .
I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ...
One of the best in the company .
That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all .
Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ?
That's one way of putting it . For me , a job needs to stimulate my brain , otherwise it becomes a daily drudgery .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking ! This one for example , is a bi monthly publication with recipes from all over the world !
Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ?
Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas !
Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications .
You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters !
That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ?
Well , I also have ...
In that case , let me make a quick change into my street clothes .
I'll wait right here for you Superman .
Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz !
Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit ?
Anything else ?
That ' s everything .
I need your library card .
I have it . Here you go .
Do you need anything else ?
That ' s everything .
Your books are due back two weeks from today .
Thank you . Good night .
So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ?
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke .
That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
No ... that's not what I meant . I didn't mean that . She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara . I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends .
She started feeling suspicious after you said that .
I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up .
Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you .
Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends .
Don't bother .
Ok , that would be very nice ! What do I need to do to transfer ?
Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 .
Mmm , I don ' t think the charges are right , can you explain them please ?
I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account .
I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ' s approval .
No problem . I ' ll wait over there .
Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there .
No , thanks . Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash .
Maybe I'll run away first .
Well , the only free food on the streets is from a soup kitchen , and their soup isn't as tasty as mine !
What about a flight to Paris ?
Yes . It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday .
What things should I avoid ?
You don ' t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar .
Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ?
Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop .
How about having a beer on the weekend ?
Less than a serving of alcohol a day can actually be good for you . Do not overdo it !
I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ' t you ?
Yes , I do . I like painters who use will rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
Did you enjoy yourself ?
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at !
doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ?
well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours .
did you play a lot of games when you were little ?
my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend .
do you still like playing those games ?
not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ?
everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games .
some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ?
no , I prefer to play with people I know .
how about mah-jong ?
it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it .
I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong !
I hate to disappoint you , but unlike what most people think , we aren't all exactly the same !
Are you sure she was trying to put you down ?
Of course , I am sure .
You shall go easy on her . she is new here .
Just how am I supposed to do that ?
You shall just take it in surprise .
I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons .
Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ?
I am not . she is no picnic .
Well . if you think I can help , let me know .
Thanks , Serena .
Of course . You have to fill out the form first .
Well , the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for him .
Really ? That's fantastic ! Will you get a chance to do any writing ?
She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back .
Wow ! That's really great news . How often does the magazine come out ?
It's a monthly magazine , but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly .
Are you looking forward to doing more editing work ?
Yes , but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again !
Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine ?
I don't have any with me , but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you .
I'm really looking forward to reading your column .
Me , too . Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news ?
Sure , where would you like to go ?
Perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop .
Your boss was really nice .
No , he didn't scold me because he was late , too .
This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture .
Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set .
Which brand do you prefer ?
Sky worth .
OK . Come with me , please .
What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ?
I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy !
You're right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Oh , today's International Labour Day . Is it our working day ?
Well , I don't think so .
Thank you . I didn't want to have to take this to court .
Sir , we never want a guest to stay here mad or unhappy .
OK . Yeah ! Yeah !
First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan .
Oh , OK . Wow !
OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese .
Wow . That sounds really good .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
No , I'm sorry we don't . We accept credit cards and cash .
Well , I'd like to pay by cash .
OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change .
Thanks .
My pleasure . Welcome to our restaurant next time .
The cause is another boy .
Oh , that ' s too bad .
What degree did you get ?
I got a bachelor ' s degree .
What was your major ?
I majored in English and minored in Chinese .
What was you G . P . A ?
I graduated with honors . I had a 3 . 9 .
Do you plan to pursue further education ?
Yes . I ' d like to obtain a master ' s degree in international relations .
When do you think you will do that ?
After I have 3-4 years of work experience .
I see .
It was great to meet you last week at the conference . I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment .
Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ' s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion .
Sure , you still have my contact details , right ?
You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ?
Sure , my name is Ana Ferris . Don ' t worry about it . it happens to me all the time . I ' m terrible with names too .
I took summer school . I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up .
So are you officially a junior now ?
Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same .
That makes sense . So where is Nicole ?
She dropped out of school completely .
Really ? Why ?
She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time .
Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job .
It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer .
Do you know how much they are paying her ?
I don't know . But I bet it must have been a good offer , or she wouldn't have accepted it .
It's really nice .
Thanks again . You look nice today , too .
Thank you . I just got these shoes today .
Really ? What kind of shoes are they ?
These are called All Star Chuck Taylors .
I really like those . How much did they cost ?
They were about forty dollars .
I think I'm going to go buy myself a pair .
He is going to Canada and to live with his son .
What a pity !
Why did you say that ? It's a good thing for him to live with his son .
I know that . But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour . You know I always appreciate Tom's company .
Me too . But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future .
Well , first , I'd like to buy a few postcards . My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere . I want to do that , too .
We have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters .
Posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice .
Yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you .
How much do they cost ?
The prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ?
Yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle .
Here you go .
I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate .
Are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift ?
Yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate .
We've got plenty to choose from here .
They look delicious . I think she'll be pleased .
Is there any change ?
Well , I think I'm in better condition now .
Really ? Is it tiring ?
It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up .
I want to go there , too . Can I ?
Of course , yes .
They're painkillers . You take one tablet when you feel a pain , but not more than once within four hours .
I see . Thank you , doctor .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Fine . Actually I am a little tired too . Want some water ?
Oh , but this pair of shoes are a bit too tight . Could I change them for something bigger ?
All right . Wait a minute .
Right . That ' s why doctor say AIDS prevention means cleanness .
actually , the woman playing Ophelia is a past classmate of mine .
really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ?
that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great .
so you've seen other plays that he's directed ?
quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ?
sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ?
I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school .
what did you do ?
I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ?
I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much .
why not ?
I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat .
that sounds kind of boring . Oh , look . They're dimming the lights . I think we should get back to our seats for the second half of the play .
Oh , my jump rope . Mom , can you get it for me ?
Yes , I could .
You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up ?
I'll make it up early next week .
That would work , but don't let it happen again .
I'll try .
That will solve it then . Let's work hard to not let it happen again .
Are you in love ?
Why ?
People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories .
Well , maybe .
Do you think I am rich enough to make it ? I am thinking about buying the apartment by installments . The real estate agency says if I pay a 25 % down payment , I can move in at once .
If sounds so tempting . Why not go applying for a loan from the bank ? They charge very low interest , so you can choose whether to pay up the balance in 10 or 20 years .
Don't worry about it . Your sister lives there . She probably knows the places in town you shouldn't go . It ' s true there are some dangerous places in big American cities . But if your sister lives there , she must know the city pretty well already .
Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little .
Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York . What things do you want to see ?
I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot .
The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there .
Hmm . I hope not .
Is it urgent ?
Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache .
Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ?
I must see the dentist now , nurse .
The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ?
That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ?
I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ?
I can wait , but my toothache can't !
All of your friends , what are you planning to do ?
We ' re going fishing .
What a party ! I hope you don ' t expect the girls to fish .
These girls are different , they are not wimpy .
Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do . It seems that you need this course more than I do . I love my current job . If I take this course , I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work . If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships , that will be great . I need these to improve my current work performance .
Ok , then we can sign up for it together .
How about giving them to that old man ?
Good idea .
By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ?
I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today .
I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper .
But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around .
That's true .
Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home .
Okay . How tiring the job is !
It's 1 Australian dollar to 6 . 1 Yuan RIB .
What was the rate yesterday ?
The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6 . 5 Yuan yesterday .
Oh , the rate goes down .
It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ?
Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ?
I don't know , sir . But it won't change much .
Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB .
Okay . Please sign here in this form .
OK .
Here is the 6,100 RIB .
Thank you very much .
Oh ! I just drop in on him for a chat .
Please come in for a cup of coffee .
No , thank you . Please tell him to phone me when he comes back .
What about side effects from that medication ?
Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication .
Do I only need to take that one drug ?
I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor .
What can I expect when I take that medication ?
You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough .
Is this one suit for you ?
No , it seems too old-fashioned .
What about this ?
Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Yes , try this one please .
This fits me well , how much is it ?
3,500 yuan .
It's reasonable . Here you are .
I am volunteering for the campaign .
What made you decide to volunteer ?
I want to be a part of history .
Good for you .
Do you plan on voting ?
I will be voting .
You should try and make it early to your polling place .
Thanks for letting me know .
Let's step in , Dad .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
No , I'll do it myself .
Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ?
I should think so , too !
I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble .
Yes , and please be more careful in the future !
I will , sir . I'm really very sorry .
That's OK .
Go ahead . I'm all ears .
We have a computer lab on the first floor .
That's great ! How much is it ?
It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course .
Okay . What about the other alternatives ?
You could use your wireless right here in our lobby .
Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ?
Well , we don't have a printer in the lobby yet . You'll have to use the lab .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
Oh , Dad , look at the sign , please !
Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey .
OK , Dad , it happens .
It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ?
Come on , I'm too tired !
OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi .
Sure , I promise .
If you keep your promise , I will also let you watch Ultraman this evening .
You ' re not allowed to do that .
I don ' t understand .
It ' s our policy .
What can I check out ?
Only books or videos .
I need this magazine .
You will have to read it here .
That ' s weird .
Do you like playing table tennis ?
Yes , I like . But I can't play it well .
Are indoor sports popular ?
Basketball and swimming are very popular .
Really ? I like playing basketball , too .
We can play together if you are free .
That's great .
You can reach me at 13661306917 .
Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . There wasn ' t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage .
Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ' re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully .
I ' Ve had a lot worse problems than this traveling so it ' s really no big deal .
Five tens , five fives and the rest in ones , please .
Here you are . Thank you .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me .
Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket .
All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ?
Yes , madam .
Ask Daniel to give you a hand ?
No , mom , I can manage it by myself . His help just causes more trouble .
Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
Right , see you then !
Well , to be fare , since he's coming all the way from Lancaster , he's got to get up much earlier than the rest of us . He must get start on his commute about six thirty , no telling what time he actually gets up .
That's right , because he's got to get to the train station from his house , then take the blue line into the city , then switch trains to the red line . In all , the trip's got to take more than 2 hours .
Why doesn't he just drive to work ?
It's too difficult to park your car in the city . Also , the traffic coming in from the suburbs is a nightmare .
Nigel Smith . Does he have your number , Mr . Smith ?
It's 2781703 1 .
2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message .
Thanks so much , bye .
Yeah . You can say that again . It ' s noisy too .
I am glad I did not drive a car .
Tomorrow ? No , I am afraid I won ' t be able to . I ' m going on business to Birmingham .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ' ll be at her birthday party .
What do you say next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ' s make it next Wednesday .
Okay . Bye .
Bye .
Hello , Mr . Sun .
I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me , as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Well , thank you for your time and consideration again .
You are welcome .
Well , can you explain it to me ?
The price of CPU is 260 dollars above 1,000 Units .
Can you reduce more ?
I'm sorry , but to be frank , considering exploiting the market in your country , we have already supplied you at very low preferential price .
In that case , we have to stop ordering if a reduction can't be made . Please reconsider .
It is so hard to deal with .
If you can give us a more reduction , We'd be able to give you an order on the spot .
This price is the best we can make .
Oh , that's my stop . How much do I need to pay ?
That'll be 10 dollars , please .
Thanks a lot . here .
Thank you .
Because of atomic cocktail and other medicines , all of them have the side effect . she has lost all her hair .
What's wrong with it ?
It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it .
This is a pity !
About 15 . I've seen him work hard for a lot of good changes .
It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters .
Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ?
He would be good .
Great ! I asked Grace to bring cups and serviettes as she is also bringing two big coolers for the beers .
This is gonna be a great barbecue !
That's wonderful . I will see the Old Faithful for myself .
Do you write or call them very much ?
Yes , I try to keep in touch with them .
Between four and five in the afternoon .
Thank you for coming , Miss Yang .
The pleasure is mine . It's been nice talking with you . Goodbye .
Thank you for the suggestion .
I hope you find a nice sweater .
That ' s normal after a tense work evening . Working overtime is not always a pleasant experience for me either . Once , I worked overtime everyday for a whole week including the weekend . That really broke my rhythm and I got a little sick later .
Working at weekend is something I hate to do most .
But if the company asks , what else can we do ?
Thank you , but I'd rather keep this case with me .
Yes , I'm very fond of seafood .
Which seafood do you prefer ?
I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber .
Is there anything else you would like to have ?
Bring me an assorted cold dish , please .
Would you care for beverage ?
No , thanks . I'm fine .
What would you like to drink ?
A bottle of champagne .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I wish it was a nicer day today .
That is true . I hope it doesn't rain .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I hope that it is not a formal one when the boss is there .
No , it will not be formal at all . It is a fun time . You will love the game show . Please dress casually . Usually there is an over abandon of drinks , so be careful with that .
Don ' t worry , I can handle that . And I know if the boss is there , even it is an informal evening , it does not make a good impression to get totally drunk in front of him .
That ' s no big deal .
It ' s going to be a problem when my water bill comes .
What do you want me to do about it ?
I would like you to fix the problem .
I won ' t be able to do that right now .
Well , I won ' t be able to rent the apartment until the problem is fixed .
Fine , I ' ll have it fixed for you .
I ' m happy that we ' Ve come to an agreement .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
As the city grew , it must have absorbed many village nearby .
Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city .
I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ?
Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too .
Really ? So your city does have some old history after all .
I am kind of confused .
Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ?
I'm not quite sure .
Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ?
No , I have no idea what you are talking about .
It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box .
Thanks for your help .
Try it and if you can't do it , one of us can always help you later .
I've actually been pretty good . You ?
I'm actually in school right now .
Which school do you attend ?
I'm attending PCC right now .
Are you enjoying it there ?
It's not bad . There are a lot of people there .
Good luck with that .
Thanks .
I really hate receiving spam . I also dislike having to listen to advertisements and jingles when they are broadcast in stores or on the subway .
Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ' t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign .
I like that too . I don ' t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ' t buy a certain product , you ' re not cool or modern or efficient or something .
That kind of advertising seems to be very common with brand name products . They are always trying to maintain brand loyalty .
You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws , were you ? Well , my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff . We have refined French tastes .
Hey ! That " stuff " is my grandma's cooking , and it's good !
I have two classes on here that are at the same time .
Oh , I see .
Can you change that for me ?
Do you still want both classes ?
Yes , I would like to keep both classes .
I'll try to change one to a different day .
I would greatly appreciate that .
Anyhow , this dress is really elegant .
Will the home inspection cost me a lot ?
It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars .
Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ?
Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find .
How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ?
Let ' s call them right now . I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection .
It doesn't matter . No one will laugh at you .
OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ?
What about six ?
It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ?
OK . Let's make it .
Then , when do you plan to get married ?
I don't know . It ' s still up in tha air .
The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities . It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place .
Sounds not bad ! Better performance isn ' t just about doing a lot more . It is about focusing on the right things to do .
Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood .
Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ?
Sure . So let's see . We need a piece of wood 3 . 5 m long by 1 m wide . I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday .
It was that final sprint ! You were great ! Really !
Do you really think so ? I mean , was I ? Er ... you ... must be disappointed .
I wish I could play a musical instrument . I love music .
Nowadays , you can be a DJ . You can mix dance music . You don't need to be able to play music instrument or thing .
I love to try it , but the instrument is expensive and it was still need to take a lot of practice .
You know , you could probably get a computer program that would help you . You already have a computer , so you could use that to help you mix some music .
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll search for some information on the internet . If it ' s possible to do , the internet will have some information about it .
These books are two weeks late .
I didn ' t have time to return them .
You ' re going to have to pay late fees .
How much ?
25 cents a day .
25 cents a day ?
That means 25 cents for each late book .
That ' s expensive .
I seldom play tennis . I prefer football and basketball .
But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together .
I usually play with my schoolmates .
Do you like watching football matches ?
Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday .
Oh , I watched it on television . It was an exciting match .
Because you don't want to smell bad .
I don't smell bad .
That's what you think .
If I smelled bad , I could smell me .
I can smell you .
I can smell you , too .
That's my perfume .
When can I wear perfume ?
I feel confused about the grammars .
I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best .
And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated .
Be confident , and never give up .
I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad .
Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart .
Yes , mom . You are right . Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . I will keep going .
I have spoken my mind , and can go anywhere now .
I ask you to pass through life at my side-to be my second self and best earthly companion .
I'll never again come to your side ; I am turn away now and can't return .
OK , we will pay insurances for employees after the probationary period .
What do they include ?
Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance .
That sounds great .
Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds .
The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund
Do you have other questions ?
I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year .
The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling .
That's quite good . Thank you for telling me about those .
I would like four pounds of ground beef .
What kind of ground beef do you need ?
I would like the extra lean .
Let me go and get that for you .
Thank you very much .
No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now .
I appreciate that .
why didn ' t you answer my question ?
what question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
you know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it .
That sounds like a good deal .
Yes , that is today's sale price .
I'll take a dozen .
Is there anything else you'd like to get ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
I know . You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country , a big school or a small school , a public or private school ...
Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low .
I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction . He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended .
Thanks for the information . And good luck in your college search .
I will ! I could use some good luck !
Well , you can have a look at our skirts hanging there .
Ok , thank you .
You are welcome !
May I see that x-ray again ?
See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs .
And that is what's causing my shortness of breath .
Look at it this way , when you quit , you will save money , time and your life !
Can I help you in anyway ?
You can take me to the bank if you want to .
Sure . Let ' s go .
I recommend you this one . It's a very popular kind of coat-the most recent thing .
Well , it's good in style , but I am afraid it doesn't wash well .
I don't know ... well , I guess I'll take them , since you don't seem to have anything better .
Thank you , ma'am . It's been a pleasure doing business with you .
Yes , I overlooked some facts . I ' ll be more sorrow .
I don't know . Maybe next week . We haven't been to the Great Wall yet .
Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her .
All right .
Thank you for a wonderful meal .
I'm glad you enjoyed it .
We will have a party here , right ?
Yes , come on , and we will have fun .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
But this chance is really precious .
Well , I know . So I am thinking now .
I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By .
Thank you for your kindness . I will think about it carefully .
You'd better remember your promise .
It's boring , right ?
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
We'll make it except a jam . You know it's rush hour .
There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time .
I'll do my best .
Here's twenty dollars .
Do you have small bills ?
No . If you can't break it , keep the change . But can you give me a receipt ?
Here is your receipt . Thank you .
Yes . They used to be joined at the hip .
I heard they were just married for 5 months .
Yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden .
You said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners .
Definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce .
We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners .
That's true . Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
Do you travel a lot ?
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
Here is your bill , sir . Could you PLS check it ?
It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card .
Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again .
I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch .
The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him .
Thanks very much and goodbye !
Give me one kilo of those , please . Do you have any fresh plums ?
Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo .
It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here .
Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo .
Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos .
OK . It's 22 yuan
Here you are .
I wasn't feeling well .
Here they are .
Thanks a lot ; are these all the notes ?
Oh , no , this is the rest .
Thank you very much .
It's no problem at all .
Watch out for strangers , and don't go too far away . Alright ?
Do you have anything to declare ? Jewellery or cash ?
The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer .
Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ?
No , Sir , I did not .
Did you take any cold medication ?
I ' Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest .
I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold .
My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold .
A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ' t work .
Yes , if I get worse , I will definitely look for extra help with this .
I'm not sure , he didn't say when he wound return . If you'd like . you can leave him a message until he is back to you until the moment it's free .
Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back .
Does he have your number ?
Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6
That was 5264453 6 , right ?
Yes , thank you very much .
You are welcome .
It ' s true . Guess what we were talking about last night .
Her new boyfriend , right ?
Yeah , how do you know about that ?
I was also interrupted by her last week because of such a thing .
Sounds hard .
Yes , but I think it ' s probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I ' m a pretty cool guy ; I ' ll make friends . And I ' ll have a lot of extra-curricular activities too . You know , like fencing or theater or something .
Do you know when it is going to start working again ?
Give it a couple days , and it should be back on .
Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ?
Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit .
So I don't have to pay anything ?
You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again .
Okay , thank you very much for your help .
No problem . Thank you for being so understanding .
The machine says your card was declined .
It was ?
Do you have another card ?
That ' s my only one .
Maybe you can just pay in cash ?
No cash today .
I guess you won ' t be able to purchase these items today .
I ' ll come tomorrow with cash .
Thanks very much .
You're welcome .
What should I do ?
Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two .
I ' ll try the vegetarian , please .
Thanks for not giving in to my childhood tantrums , mom .
But what are you going to do with that pig ?
I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money .
Who knows , maybe one day he will sit on the desk of a top CEO in a major corporation !
Two of my classes occur at the same time .
Well , I can see that's a problem .
Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ?
Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ?
I want to keep both of them , if that's possible .
Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day .
Thanks a lot .
And look out she's dressed .
Yeah , I noticed . She must be really loaded .
No way . Her old man is rich . He buys her anything she wants .
Lucky her . Anyway , I think that is just as beautiful .
I think you've lost it .
Well , that's my opinion .
I admit that she is much prettier than Kate .
Oh , there is no comparison . Now we are talking but ugly .
At least we agree on that . Let's go and get a drink .
Hmm . It may be those then , especially if they were raw . Well , I ' ll give you these tablets and you should feel fine by tomorrow .
Ok . Thank you very much .
The one that said , You're a creep . From me you won't hear another peep . I hope you wreck your jeep .
Right . That one . Did it work ?
My pleasure .
I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ?
A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece .
You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price .
Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day .
Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ?
Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you .
8 pm , that's fine with me .
Okay .
So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 .
Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night .
Ok , George . Bye !
Bye , Ann !
Not yet . Let me see .
no , I don't have an plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just had to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It ' s casual , yet sophisticated .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ' s too plain on its own .
how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
that ' s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
thanks . You ' d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ?
no , they ' re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing .
that ' s even better than the real thing .
if I were you , I ' d buy that now while it ' s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes .
it ' s too bad I did all that shopping yesterday !
It fits me exactly . How does it look like ?
It displays your slender figure , darling .
The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style .
Because you are my dear wife .
We are going to look at your heart and lungs , do a few blood tests , and see that your eyes , ears , and nose are all working as they should .
I ' Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ?
I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion .
That would be great . What is the blood test for ?
The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar .
I have been feeling great . I don ' t imagine that any of my tests will turn out badly .
It's Friday .
Good . Where shall we meet ?
Just trim vegetables for cooking . I will cut up the meat .
I can do that . And I would like to make dumplings later .
Yeah , you are my good helper , Steven .
Absolutely .
That's all right . Please ask me if you don't know how to do something next time . You can keep the silk dress if you don't mind . I think it fits you .
It's very nice of you . I'll try my best to do my job well .
Please send the next candidate in on your way out .
OK , good-bye .
I don ' t need that long to make up my mind . If your prices are agreeable and if I can get the commission I want , I can place the order right away .
I ' m sure you ' ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ' t changed much .
I ' m glad to hear that . As I ' Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you .
We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ?
I ' m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ?
Certainly , I ' ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation .
Thank you very much .
Did the chairman ask for me ?
Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend .
All right . Have you handed in my report to him ?
Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies .
Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ?
No , they didn't . The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting .
You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Don't worry about it .
I'd like to eat a hamburger and a bottle of coca-cola .
Hey , kid , that's wrong . It's a Chinese restaurant . Let's eat something traditional .
Then there is nothing particular I'd like to eat . Grandpa , what's your favorite here ?
The Chinese rice pudding . Your father loves it , too . You wanna try ?
Sure . Is it sweet ?
Yes , of course . But I think they can make you a salty one , too .
Great , I want it spicy .
Come on . Don's go too far .
I want it to be special . And you know that I always like hot food .
OK then . We shall ask them to put some red chilli on it .
Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country ? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad .
Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment .
Yeah , China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country .
Do you like it ? It's Irish music .
It's great ! Where did you get the CD ?
Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ?
Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ?
Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ?
Why not ? I'd love to !
Just alright ? ! ? She's hot !
Why don't you go talk to her ?
You think she's out of my league ?
Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all .
C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls .
Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation .
What do I talk about ?
It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that .
I don't know ...
Do you want me to go talk to her ?
No . Stay away from her .
If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will .
Ok already . I'll try .
Well , my train is due to take off at 7:25 a . m . I've no idea how long it'll take to drive to the railway station .
It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ?
OK , thank you .
It's a pleasure . Good night . Have a good sleep .
I ' d love to but I ' m afraid I can ' t . I ' Ve already got a lunch engagement .
Hey ! I thought you weren't interested ! Sorry , I've gotta go ! I'm going to switch over to eBay and see if my bid is still the highest .
Come on ! It is really a fun game .
Yes . We can do something else if you like .
OK . Dinner and a movie will be perfect .
Well . What time would you like me to pick you up ?
How about 7 o'clock ?
Good . I will see you then .
OK . Bye .
Bye .
How much would you like to take out ?
I need to withdraw $ 300 .
Which account would you like to take the money from ?
I want to take it from my checking account .
Okay , here you go .
Thank you very much .
Can I do anything else for you ?
No . That ' ll be all .
Taylor Smith . But not me . The pallbearers are carrying out the casket . It would be rude to just leave . Let's follow .
And I've checked the orders .
I'm very impressed .
And I've ordered the supplies .
Congratulations . You should be very proud of yourself .
What course did you like best ?
I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work .
What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ?
I've taken courses on office administration , reports and correspondence writing . I think all these are closely related to the job of assistant manager , because it requires the ability to perform general office work and to assist the manager in handling all paperwork .
I'll take the Citroen C2 . What is the rate for the car per day ?
The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ?
Full coverage , please .
That's an extra 10 euro a day .
Do I have to fill up when I check in ?
Yes .
Oh , yeah ?
Yes . Don ' t you think he should be pitied rather than accused ?
yeah , besides my personal introduction , what else should I prepare ?
you should collect as much information about the company and the position you're applying for as you can . It is important to show that you've done some research into the company . The interviewers Wil
then what should I do when I'm being interviewed ?
smile at the interviewers and look them in their eyes while trying to persuade them to select you . Try to act natural , let your personality , ability and interpersonal skills shine through the interview
are there any other things I should pay attention to ?
yeah , wear formal clothes to your interview and do be punctual . That'll leave your interviewers with a good first impression .
Of course there is . Things can be divided and broken down into indefinitely small parts if we can .
I really don't want to know about this . Physics gives me a headache .
The internet's a lot worse .
Really ? Why ?
There's no one moderating it . Anyone around the world can put information onto the net for anyone else to see . The information on the internet is mostly unsubstantiated and you can never know who has written it , or why . A lot of people get conned online .
Again , you need to think carefully . If you don't trust others online , have nothing to do with them .
I guess that's OK . What time should I check in ?
You have to be there two hours before departure time .
Oh , yes . Here it is .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
That ' s what I thought . I just thought I ' d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ?
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
It's really too early to tell , but a lot is riding on the new products . If we don't do better after the product launch , we may have to go bankrupt .
Do you think it's that serious ?
Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep .
My goodness , I didn't realize it was that bad .
Really , I went to Munich last week .
And did you like it ?
Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well .
And where are you from , Jack ?
I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England .
What are you studying ?
I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian .
Oh , excellent . Why don't we talk in German for a while then ?
That sounds great !
You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities .
Thank you so much . That's very kind of you .
Yes , that's a Current-all-in-one Passbook . That's what you need to get your salary .
Well , if you just take a look here , see , with our chequing account , you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee , and our savings account has a higher interest rate , but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars .
I see , well , I think I ' m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money .
Alright , then , with this chequing account you ' ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that .
No , that won ' t be necessary .
In that case , I ' ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ' ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here we ' ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ?
Yes , I ' d like to deposit one billion dollars .
OK . Would it be all right to look at the room first ?
Could you come back later ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
Sure , but you must have access to the Internet .
I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning .
Ok , then see you in sunday morning .
Don ' t worry about it , just drive . Oh , no , the light is about to change . . . step on it !
Are you nuts ! I ' m not going to run a red light !
Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ' s take a side street . Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move !
What ' s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help !
Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ' ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ' s go , let ' s go ! Watch out for that lady !
I ' m going as fast as I can !
Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes .
You ' re such a geek !
You can't be serious .
That's how much this t . v costs .
That's too expensive for me .
This television is of very high quality .
You can't go down on the price ?
By how much ?
I'll buy it for $ 2000 .
I'm sorry , but the price is final .
It would probably be very expensive .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement .
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything bout ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly .
I am glad you can study something you really like !
Sure , if you show me your passport .
It's not the latest model , is it ?
No , it isn't . That's why it's such a bargain .
And also tell me how to use other switches .
Can you teach me ?
Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this .
Let me try . Oh , I missed !
Throw the ball up high .
High ?
Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball .
Oh ! I hit it .
Well done !
Thank you . I think I like playing it .
Well , you have to take the bad with the good .
I guess so . I am badly off and I need this job .
Well , you made a good choice . Coming to us , I mean . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige .
The color I use now is rose . How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle .
In this size , we sell it for 53 . 95 .
Wow ! That's expensive .
What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients . It is a very high quality product .
I understand . I need some mascara too . Do you have a good thickening mascara ?
Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes .
Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart I can look at ?
We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ?
Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first .
I can help you with that .
Thank you .
Oh . What was your major ?
Drama . I was an actor for five years after college .
That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ?
Because I needed the money . And because I was good at it . Look ! What do you think ?
Did you want anything to drink ?
I think I'm going to get a soda today .
What kind of soda can I get you ?
A Sprite sounds good .
What else would you like ?
Let me get a bag of chips too .
Anything else ?
That's all .
Someone called Drexler . Carl Drexler . He's been with the company onlytwo years . I've been here longer . And I know more about the job , too
Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ?
Because I'm the wrong sex , of course !
You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ?
Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair .
What sort of clothes does he wear ?
A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ?
Perhaps that had something to do with it .
You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ?
It's possible , isn't it ?
Do you really think I should wear different clothes ?
Well . . . perhaps you should think about it .
Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ?
I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all !
Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing !
Hmm . Perhaps it should be the only important thing . But it isn't . Not in this company .
Oh , no . What did I do ? It ' s asking me for a password .
Don ' t worry . See where it says , " New User " ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
There will be an information session about the Students ' Union this Tuesday . You can apply for it then .
OK , thank you .
As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time .
But it's said that you dance wonderfully well .
Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ?
No . Just occasionally .
What are your favourite dances ?
I love rumba and waltz .
How about samba ?
To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast .
Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ?
OK . See you then .
See you then .
I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
are you used to the food here ?
I'm not really used to it yet .
what's your favorite Chinese dish ?
like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day .
have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ?
I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks .
you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression .
that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food .
if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes .
that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat !
if you haven't tried Beijing duck yet , I'd like to treat you to a meal at a famous duck restaurant near Qianmen . It would be a pity if you left without tasting it !
I think I am doing great , except for that one test !
Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ?
I think that I could study a little harder for tests .
Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin .
Yes , I know .
I'm sure you'll do fine .
215,000 RIB is the exact balance . If you could just sign your name here .
Here you go . That's everything , then . Thanks very much for your service over the years .
I have much time . I suppose it can be done .
I ' ll be glad if you would .
Hey , just watch out for cops or you ' re gonna end up in the slammer . You know you tend to go fast ?
Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks .
Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car .
Cut out , would you ?
All right .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is $ 100 per night .
What services come with that ?
For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day .
That sounds not bad at all . I'll take it .
Well , the standard card has a lower credit limit , that's 20,000 RIB , whereas with the platinum card you can have a credit limit of 80,000 RIB .
Why such a big difference ?
It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card .
My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ?
Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts .
That's great ; my health club membership is about to expire .
Now , hand me the hammer and those nails , please .
Yes , here you are .
There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight .
Well , it's straight , but it's upside down I'm afraid .
You do realise that you must pay a 0 . 2 % charge for premature cancellation , right ?
Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that .
Unfortunately , yes . You see , this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago , but not over two years . So , you will have to pay . I'm sorry about that .
Yes , I will be there on time .
We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ?
Yes , someone is coming to get me .
The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m .
What should we bring with us ?
I am going to post all of that information on the geology club web page . Check it out when you get a chance . See you Monday !
500 dollars , please .
Please wait for a moment ... Now here is your Chinese currency . See if it's right . It's 3,220 yuan . Please keep this exchange memo . You may need it for converting when you leave China .
OK . Thank you for your help . That's very nice of you .
It's my pleasure .
Didn't I tell you to call when you're running late ?
Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call .
It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know .
That's true . My bad for not calling .
If you do this again , don't even bother coming home .
You're going to kick me out over this ?
Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules .
Well , if I'm not living here anymore , then I won't have to listen to your rules .
And why are you yarning now ? Are you bored ?
Forgive me darling . I'm very tired .
How about the words of the song ?
It sounds nice .
I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings .
Yes , I think so . It's very emotional .
Of course , and I also like the rhythms .
Full of energy and hope .
Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying .
Certainly it is . It's worth an Academy Award .
What are your rates ?
It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile .
I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ?
No , I'll send a larger vehicle to pick you up .
Excuse me , sir . Flight GB105 is one to Milan , are you sure of your change ?
Yes .
Well , the route 5 is really charming . Must I make a reservation ?
Yes , right now it's the busy season .
No , thank you .
I'm not . I just don't feel like drinking whole milk today . Why ? Do you think I'm fat ?
No , Jess , chill out !
Is this the right bus , or not ?
I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one .
Where are we ? This is not Altadena .
I know , and we've been on the bus forever .
Tell me what the street signs say .
Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City .
Next time , I'll look for the bus myself .
Well , now I know the bus that'll take us back .
Yes , sir . I'll bring your drink right away .
It's not that . There's an animal in my soup .
Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away .
I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service .
I'm really sorry .
Alright , what's your address ?
56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles .
When would you like your account closed ?
Next Friday .
Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ?
14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles .
Alright , We'll take care of that .
I didn ' t know you were working there this year .
I work at the polling place every year .
How did you get that job ?
I signed up for it online .
That ' s really cool .
It ' s a very cool job .
Do they pay you a lot ?
They pay well enough .
It's already credited to your account .
What would you like to do with all the money in this account ?
Just transfer it over to my remaining account .
I can do that .
That would be great .
Do you want to take any money out ?
Not today .
It ' s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account .
That ' s fine . Take your time .
I'm too careless .
Can it work now ?
No .
So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk .
It's a new disk .
Give it to me .
Here you are .
Uh , the movie of Tom Hanks . I know why it can't play . This is a DVD disk .
Sweet little lassie . Yep , broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy .
Oh ? I heard she dumped you . Anyway , she's right over there . Oh , Sheryl !
How about ten o'clock tomorrow ?
OK . I'll tell her .
The company will pay all the expenses .
Would you tell me where we often travel ?
Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on .
It's great ! I like these places .
And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ?
Yes , I can .
After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on .
I see .
You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances .
OK . Thank you very much for telling me all these things .
All right , I will explain it to you later on . Now scram .
Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want .
That's exactly what I want , thank you .
You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due .
Well , as far as I can see , the advantages outweigh the disadvantages . You've sold me ! I'd like to go ahead .
( Later ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ?
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Supper !
What do you think I should do ?
I'll give you something . I want you to take it easy and come back in a couple of days .
I think I'm going to like it here .
You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use .
Wow , I have my own bathroom !
Kind of . It leads to my bedroom .
We share the same bathroom , in other words .
That's true . It is a very funny movie .
You've seen it before ?
Yes , I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters .
Didn't you laugh through the whole movie ? I did .
Me too . That movie brought tears to my eyes .
Mine too .
I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it .
Sure , let's go .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Are you sure ? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm . Do you want me to take a look at your hand ?
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Hey !
Ten hundreds and ten twenties , and the rest in small change , please .
OK . Here you are .
But I heard it might rain .
Don't worry , you'll be there plenty of time . That is it . 7 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you . here ' s 10 $ , just give me 1 $ back , please .
Well , I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work .
Maybe you ' re right .
You cannot judge a person that way . I have a hunch that he is a sly dog .
Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him .
You can never tell . He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it .
Sorry , madam . We have stopped selling those kinds of eggs for a week .
Why ?
You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer .
Oh , My God ! That's terrible .
Yes , so they are no longer being sold .
Then give me the ordinary ones .
Oh , man . I hope you get to feeling better .
I would feel better if you came over and took care of me .
OK , then . I'll be there in a minute .
( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ?
I'm in the bathroom .
What took you so long ?
Gross . Diarrhea ?
It's not so bad .
OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you .
It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax .
Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time .
Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order .
Are you sure you want to go ?
To the restroom ? I have no choice .
That ' s okay . I ' ll call back later .
Do you like this place ?
I don ' t think it ' s very nice . And my father doesn ' t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here .
How often ?
Well , we come here almost every month .
Who ' s that ?
It ' s my mother . She ' s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father .
Do you like swimming ?
No , I hate swimming . I prefer playing tennis .
Wow ! ! !
And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball .
That's terrific !
But there's one thing she's not good at .
What's that ?
She's not good at remembering things . We have a date , and she's an hour late ! !
What's so terrible too , is the fools we've made of ourselves .
I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us .
I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ?
And his story didn't even hold together . I feel such an idiot .
I can not agree with you more . And if you are an awful one , that will be funny .
I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter .
Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ?
So tricky !
Right . The faint of heart should not apply .
I really feel sorry for that rhumba boy if he ever identifies himself .
So do I .
how many rooms would it have ?
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t
how many bedrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
how would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b
how many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
Yes , I am .
Why don ' t you run off with him ? What are you waiting for ?
I don ' t actually know him .
Really ?
I only know him through the ... you are not gonna believe this .
Oh , let me guess . Through the internet ?
Yes .
Hmm . You ' Ve got mail .
What do you think of the literature course ?
It's very helpful . The course has let me into a new world of literature . I read so many great literatures .
I see , thank you very much !
I know . I ' ll try to give it up .
Did we miss our stop ?
I'm not sure .
Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ?
I don't know . We may have missed our stop .
Are you serious ?
Yeah , we did miss it .
I can't catch the bus with you anymore .
Sorry .
Well , each room is 40 dollars a week .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
You voted for him , right ?
I did . Did you ?
I voted for him .
I am so happy that he is our new President !
So am I .
I hope that he brings change to America .
I have faith in him .
I have faith in our new President .
You will be required to pay a small fee for every time you overdraft .
How much is the fee ?
You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft .
That ' s a small fee ?
It should stop you from overdrafting .
You would think it would , but it most likely won ' t .
Can I help you with anything else ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
Is this your first time in Beijing ?
Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred .
Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me .
Great . I would like that .
We'll meet again in a few days .
Yes . I think it is now a moderate volume .
But not enough space for me ?
Not unless you lose about 100 pounds ...
Billy ...
No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here . This is what is called a " tornado watch . " That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a " watch . "
And the second stage is called a " tornado warning " .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a " tornado warning " . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean " a loud train " ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
well , I work in the marketing department . The corporate culture is totally different from my last employer . Before , when I was assigned a task , I was totally on my own but here most of the work is don
that ' s really good . It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work .
indeed . Team work is highly valued in this new company . I like our boss too . He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation . He's highly respected by all his employees .
that's great , that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees . I wish my boss was like that .
true , take my former supervisor as an example . He was extremely controlling and overbearing . He always had to micromanage everything .
well , now you don't have to worry about that . This new place sounds really good .
yeah it is .
Yes , and the driver didn't speak any English or Chinese and he didn't have a phone on him-can you believe it ? - and his radio didn't work . So there was no way he could get in touch with the office to get them to send another taxi .
So what did you do ?
Well , I actually thumbed a lift .
You what ?
Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport .
Wow , good for you .
Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight .
Oh , no !
Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok .
You really have bad luck , don't you ?
Seems like it .
The Dai people are enthusiastic .
Yes .
Where ?
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
What have you learnt from this short experience ?
I've learnt a lot about business knowhow . I got to know what kind of knowledge was needed in my future work .
Yeah , how about your maths teacher ?
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
You can come later .
What's the time now ?
It's half past seven .
I want to know at what time you close .
We offer 24 - hour service .
Oh , that's great ! Thank you .
We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures . Do you like meeting the public ?
Yes , I enjoy working with people .
We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ?
Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ?
Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn .
That's good answer . I appreciate your being frank .
Would you like a shave ?
No , thanks .
Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming .
Thank you .
Let me play it for you .
Is it easy to locate it ?
It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well .
I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn .
I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English .
That's really my pleasure to listen to a Chinese song .
Dinner will be ready at six . Are you hungry ?
Not really .
Oh . Did you pick up the suits from the cleaners ?
Yes I did .
Good . Are you going to the pub tonight ?
Yes . I'll be back at the same time as usual .
543210 .
Fine . Thank you .
Oh . Would you like some soup instead ?
What kind is it ?
Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ?
No . This is my first time . How does it taste ?
It's good , try it . What do you think ?
Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ?
Yes .
You're a really good cook .
Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us .
That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ?
No , I learned by myself . I have a good cook book that I read when I have time .
What movie are you and your friend planning on watching ?
Not sure . Is there a movie out that catches your eye ?
No good movies come to mind .
Have you decided whether or not you would like to go ?
No , thanks . Maybe another time .
For sure another day .
That's the one .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
OK , the form is all filled out .
Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ?
No , I have no idea what they are .
Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout .
Yes , right .
Great ! You are all set to enjoy the library .
How about the sides ?
A little trimming , please . Trim a little more above the ears .
I won't .
And you'd better not cry or you'll have black streaks running down your face .
I see . Do you ski often ?
Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night .
That sounds great .
Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ?
Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg
Don't be so frightened . It's just a skill .
You are so thoughtful . Do you think our tent will be working well ?
Of course . I just bought it last year .
What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ?
Yes , I did . Don't worry .
Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us .
Yes . You think a lot , too .
Ah , thanks .
Not really . I thought it was disappointing .
It's a nice cinema , isn't it ?
Do you think so ? I don't like it very much . I found it rather uncomfortable .
How do I get there . I have no knowledge of this area .
Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left .
It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ?
It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish .
Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ?
You will be going northwards . You are now in the the Western part of the city and the Allied Irish Bank is situated in the North East . Here's a rough sketch of the area .
Is it a used one ?
Yes , it is .
Oh , I don't think I will buy a used sofa even it looks so attractive .
OK , here are some of our most popular perfumes .
Which one would you recommend ?
Personally , I quite like the new perfume from Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ?
That smells great . I'll take one bottle , please .
Would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
It's OK . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I don't know what shade to buy .
How about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of lipstick .
She doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big .
How about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger .
No , thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is .
I know what she would like-some whitening cream .
No thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , not lighter .
Will that be all then ?
That will be all . You've been very helpful , thanks .
Yes , I see what you mean . You need to reject these documents .
Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space , all this takes time you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month .
Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB
You can rest assured of that .
Next time , you can get one from the counter over there . Or before you come in , you can download one from our website . It's really easy .
He is on the line .
OK , Mr . Wang , here is your bill . The total amount is US $ 120 .
The figure seems right .
How do you wish to settle your account , sir ?
By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ?
We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa .
Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are .
Thank you . Would you sign here , please ? Here's your receipt .
He's on a weeklong meditation retreat and won't be back until this weekend .
I can't agree to that . My company will have to pay for both sending them and bringing them back .
We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality .
OK , I agree . But the repeat order can't have the same terms .
What a heavy snow !
Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground .
I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much .
Yes . Very wonderful .
Do you smell the sweet scent ?
Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms .
The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the hard coldness .
It's hard to say . It depends on your recovery condition . But you need to stay for at least one day for observation .
Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye .
Bye !
Well , honey . Turn off the light , lie down and go to sleep .
That's OK . You can buy his songs on iTunes and listen to them .
Don't worry . I'll make you another on the house .
I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die .
I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension .
That ' s one of the conditions of my policy too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire .
Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy ?
Yes , I did . It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy . The insurance company need to assess the risk .
Hold on , please . Let me check the bookings . Yes , we have double-rooms available . What kind of room would you like , sir ?
I'd like a room with a nice view , please .
We have a nice garden-view room .
Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ?
Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning .
Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ?
888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . " Northern Star " buffet ! What's there arriving time ?
They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday .
I see . May I have your name and phone number ?
Yes . 6710121 3 . Benjamin .
I couldn ' t agree more . Actually , I ' m a Beijing Opera fan .
Really ? Good for you .
May I ask why you decided to switch your account to us ?
Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy .
We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin .
I have everything right here . I'll let you go through that and come back . I'd like to have a good read of your materials to make sure I make the right choice .
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
What's the charge for that ?
It's 150 RIB for the service .
That seems pretty reasonable . Thanks .
You were there when the problem started . I was hoping you could fill me in on the details .
Sure , no problem . But I need something from you .
Name it .
I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready . Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ?
All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem .
That works for me .
Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office .
Here's a print out of the study , and this is a disc with the full report on it . The file name is product study , this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it .
The idea of doing it at night is interesting . Maybe I'll try it some day .
Great . I am not interested in Chinese chess . It is too difficult for me .
You can learn Chinese checkers or military chess . Both of them are much easier .
OK , I will try . As for stamp , don't you think it is an expensive hobby ?
Yes , it is . But it is full of fun and knowledge . What about you , what do you like to do as hobby ?
I like gardening . I take care of them everyday . I like those flowers and the swing in my garden . If the weather is nice , I would like to lie on the lawn .
Sounds pleasant .
Can I pay with traveler's check ?
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ?
Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ?
Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ?
Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock .
Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir .
Thank you .
Oh , not so bad . I've been very busy , but I'm going away on holiday soon .
Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . .
New house ? Really ?
Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ?
Well , that depends . When is it ?
This Saturday evening .
Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ?
Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long . Well ? What about it ?
All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house . What would you like ?
Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary .
But I'd still like ...
Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time !
Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ?
Come any time after eight . All right ? .
Yes . Oh . by the W ..
Bye ! See you on Saturday evening .
Wait a moment , Mick . You haven't . . . Mick ? Are you still there ? You haven'tgiven me your new address . Hello ? Mick ? Hello ?
And what's Montreal like ? What did you think of it ?
Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping . The stores are cheaper and more interesting .
Which one has better nightlife ?
Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs . They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada .
Well , I've always wanted to see Vancouver . I've heard it has the most beautiful views .
This one ? This one is so light I can barely read it . How can that be ?
You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem .
Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable !
I guess the fax machine is out of paper , too . Don't worry , I'll have someone look at it this afternoon , and in the meantime , I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine .
And pancakes for you , sir .
I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles .
I am sorry that I misheard you .
Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs .
I will get straight back to you with your waffles .
I would appreciate that .
That won't be necessary , Elvin . Look , I want to apologize for your nose . I'm sorry .
Why are you being so nice to me ? Don't think for a second that I trust you .
Can you tell me how to make it ?
All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice .
Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ?
All you have to do is cook some white rice .
What do I do after that ?
Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce .
What else do I have to do ?
All that's left is to cook it .
You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual .
It's not for us .
Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair !
Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang .
What was that again ?
It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help .
I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help .
Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking .
I'll get knee to knee with her .
Good boy . I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you .
That ' s right . They taste so good . We eat them with mint sauce . Have you ever tried them ?
Yes , I have . I tried them when I visited your country last year . I thought they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
I certainly can . If I can get some from the butchers , I ' ll cook them for you .
That sounds great . I ' ll boring a bottle of wine .
Is she American ?
No , but she speaks English fluently .
She's really tall . Do you know her ?
Yes , I know her . We're friends .
Who's that man standing next to her ?
Which man ?
That short guy on her right . What's his name ?
Oh , that's Matt .
He's really good looking .
Yeah .
Do you know him ?
I don't know him , but I think my sister does .
Is he married ?
Yes , he's married .
I remember now . I met him before .
Sounds like a tiring schedule . He ' s probably got a lot of homework too , eh ?
The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him .
Why is that ?
He just has his secretary do his homework for him .
I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it .
That's true . Those bushes are a problem .
I swear that I didn't mean to run it .
I can understand why you didn't stop for it .
Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ?
Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning .
Thanks a lot .
No problem . Next time , just pay closer attention .
Would you bring the message to my room ?
I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment .
Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately .
OK . We wait for you .
He had his car stolen . Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car .
What do you mean ?
Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in .
Crikey . Where did this happen ?
In Taichung , I think .
Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there .
Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car .
So what happened ?
Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing .
That's terrible .
Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ?
So what happened next ?
Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away .
Well , he sure was lucky .
I'll say .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
Ok . How about the earliest possible shipment ?
By the coming September .
Could you make an offer on FOB basis ?
Certainly !
Let's see how much the bill is .
Don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat .
What are you talking about ? We'll split the bill .
No , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't .
No way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill .
Alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill .
That's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk .
Just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ?
You've got a deal .
Great . Bye .
Bye .
Thank you for not asking me to collect the roaches in a jar as evidence .
Sir , only your mother wants to please you more than we do .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
Why ? Do you have to prepare for your examination ? Oh , come on , girl , relaxation is also very important .
That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week .
Oh , God , I've forgotten it .
You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you .
Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you .
They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot .
Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ?
It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us .
So you just talk all the time ?
Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us .
That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening .
You won't be disappointed .
No . Worse than that . I have a flu . I'm in bed with a fever .
Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ?
I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it .
I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ?
Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon .
Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ?
Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out . Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that .
Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ?
I'm not sure yet . Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think .
It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside . Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep .
Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup . Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it .
That bad , huh ?
Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever .
Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley .
Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon .
Hope you feel better .
Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ' t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ' t have much time to do those things .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Oh ! It was for a market sale manager . Is that still available ?
Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ?
What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ?
We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application .
Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them .
I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone .
So you're a headhunter .
We're an Employment Agency .
Are you sure ?
Absolutely . I ' m a great mechanic .
Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it .
Anytime .
Yes , I'm sure I've done a lot of house painting in my life . And my mother was very picky . If I got even a tiny drop of paint on her furniture , she would get furious . So I learned to be very careful .
Alright . Then maybe we can do the floor first . These wood floors under this carpet are beautiful . And me too -- -- I can't wait to get all this old carpet out of here . But how can we get it out ? Do we have to hire someone ?
Absolutely not . We can remove the carpet ourselves . Carpet is held down with carpet nails . You just need to pull it hard and it will come up .
Great . Then , after we remove the carpet , we need to redo all the wood floors . Right ?
Yes . But we should hire someone for that . That will probably be expensive . And it has to be done right .
And then , after the floors are done , we can start to move our furniture in .
Sure . If we can get an appointment with someone to do the floors , we should probably be able to have the furniture in here after a week or so . I can get all the carpet out this weekend .
I ' m fine , thanks . How is Tony ?
He ' s fine , Thanks . How ' s Emma ?
She ' s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you .
Nice to see you , too , Steven . Goodbye .
1808 . The toilet doesn ' t work properly . The water doesn ' t run in the shower .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . ( After checking ) I ' ll turn to it right away . I do apologize . We ' ll change your room to 2002 .
That ' s not bad . Thanks for your help .
It ' s my pleasure , Madam .
Really ? That ' s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
what kind of job do you want after graduation ?
I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ...
wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ?
I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ?
yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal .
I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career .
no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working
thank you so much for your advice . I'll think it over .
perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work .
I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good .
it would be better for the environment , too .
I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city .
taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well .
the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car .
well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides .
that's true . I could certainly use the exercise !
so , are you going to quit driving to work then ?
yes , it's not good for me or for the environment .
Who wouldn't ? Wow , that's out of this world .
It is special , isn't it ?
Yeah , too cool . How much did they sold you for ?
Lots . Looks like I'll have to moonlight for the next two years .
I can imagine .
Hey , let's go for a spin . You can try it out .
I'd love to .
Ok , let's go .
Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ?
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
With Susan leaving , we should probably look to someone new on board .
Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people .
Maybe we should start shopping around the competitors people .
I am worried about the meeting this morning .
Why ? I think the meeting went well .
Really ?
Yes . But what are you worried about ?
I'm afraid I was too rude .
Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ?
Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry .
I understand . But really you weren't rude at all . You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that .
Really ?
Yes .
But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that .
You mean because you are a woman ?
Yes . And he is the president of the company .
Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond . He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all . He appreciates people for their ideas . And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women .
I am very happy to hear that , Karen . It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company .
I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs .
Good . Thank you for telling me this .
Any time . If you have a good idea , don't be afraid to speak up . This is a company that appreciates initiative .
One thousand U . S . Mm hmm . And are you going to pay cash ?
Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account .
All right . Now can I have your passbook ?
Right . Here it is .
Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ?
Mm . In hundreds , please .
Why haven't I thought of this skill ?
I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge .
I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ?
I almost can't live without messages , from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations .
Honey , how about taking them to the beach this weekend ?
That's great !
Since last time we've climbed the mountain , we haven't gone out for a long time .
And this kind of weather is rare for the season either .
Yes , I remember last year this time , the weather is so hot .
So we must seize this chance to go the beach .
Daniel loves the beach very much !
He will enjoy himself this weekend .
One of the burners on the stove doesn ' t work .
What ' s the matter with it ?
I can ' t control the temperature .
I ' ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ?
Well , there ' s one more thing . The telephone is dead .
I ' m sorry . There ' s nothing I can do about that . You ' Ve got to call the phone company .
Okay . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
How about this one ?
I don ' t like the color .
What color do you like ?
Blue .
How about that one ?
Yes . It ' s nice . Can I try it on ?
Sure . There is a changing room behind you .
Thank you . I ' ll be right back .
Anything else ?
Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus .
I will think over your advice .
Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck !
I really appreciate your help .
it was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end .
what did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
it was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
how could it be ?
while seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
you didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
That was an odd change of subject .
Maybe it was , but answer the question .
No , not recently .
I want to go to see a movie this weekend .
What's stopping you then ?
I don't want to go alone .
So , will you be at school tomorrow ?
No , I want to go to the movies instead .
is your helmet comfortable ?
not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
is that your new bicycle ?
yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
it's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
that's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
it's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
Where did you go ?
On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto .
What did you think of Tokyo ?
Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too .
Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds !
And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive .
And how about Kyoto ?
Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens . It ' s a very historic city .
How was the weather ?
I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October . It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity .
Sounds perfect . I can't wait !
OK , I'll just check out a few other stores .
I'm sorry I couldn't help you .
Can you teach me how to do make-up ?
Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes .
What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ?
I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls .
How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ?
I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips .
How did you grow such long nails ?
You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time .
I thought I did bad on the interview , but I guess I was wrong . I'm so happy right now .
I bet . That's great news . I'm very happy for you .
Thanks . I feel like celebrating . Let's go have a beer . It's on me .
Sounds good .
OK , I will . Goodbye and remember to look me up if ever you're in Paris .
Goodbye and all the best .
OK , bye for now !
Bye .
No , probably not . For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours .
But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month . Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours .
I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract . For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach . When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect . Is that alright with you ?
Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ?
I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs . We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us . We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient .
I can accept that .
Good . And your benefits will begin immediately .
Even my health insurance ?
Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow . And your free membership in the club starts today if you like .
I have a few questions about the free membership .
What would you like to know ?
Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ?
Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers .
What are bar vouchers ?
Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers . The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge . But we don't offer vouchers to employees .
But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant .
That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members . You get more benefits than they do .
So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract . But we won't sign it yet . That right ?
Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything . So that you understand the terms .
I understand . And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it .
I'm very pleased . We look forward to having you here , Miss Briggs .
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
A dime ? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel .
There aren't many things you can get for a nickel , sir .
But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity . And anyway , I ' m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example , they have 1 . 4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity .
Come on , son , you ' re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point .
Fine , then ! If that ' s the way you feel , so be it . But you ' re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ' m going to go hit up Mum for the cash .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there .
I'm terribly sorry , Rose . But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me .
Ok , would you like some soup as well ?
No , thanks .
Thank you very much . Your food will be ready soon .
You are welcome .
The franchised store is on the second floor .
Thank you .
No , they are in a position of leadership and have more experience than normal account managers , but they do not directly supervise others . They are not members of the managerial staff and will not be included in our training .
I drink a lot of wine .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
I agree with you .
Just hold me ... I ' ll always be here for you , no matter what . And together , we can tackle whatever life throws at us . I believe in us , steven .
I ' m so happy to hear that ! I knew we belong together . I love you so much .
Thanks . I really appreciate it .
Well , first let's consider your computer . Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend--the Power Macintosh G3 . It comes with 64 megabytes of total memory .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
I have no clue .
There's no particular place that you want to look at ?
I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set .
I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like .
Please do .
I bought mine from IKEA .
Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ?
Not really , but you're paying for quality .
I'm sure it will , if we are appointed your agent . Your garments are attractive , and we , a well-established importer with multiple sales channels , can boost the sales .
Well , we'll consider your proposal .
Would you like another beer ?
I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me .
Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers !
Bottom's up , and you're right . This meal is incredible . I wish I had known this restaurant before . Thanks for bringing me here . I know I'll be back soon .
I don't want to make any changes to my old card .
If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner .
... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model .
Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now .
I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ?
We can certainly give you faster turn around , but it will cost you extra .
What time ?
Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ?
So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ?
Maybe not , thank you all the same then .
You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this .
OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now .
Thanks . Yes ... that's all in order . What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank . As soon as we know anything , we'll contact you .
Yeah . I didn't know what they're called in English .
Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket .
I'll keep that in mind .
I will .
One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat .
I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ?
Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ' ll have to return them to the company .
What's the extension number for my phone ?
The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that .
Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ?
Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business .
I understand .
When you settle down , I'll show you around and introduce you to the department managers .
Yeah , I know it sounds weird , but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement . Through a you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan . Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire , you can rest peacefully on your nest egg .
That ' s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ' t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that .
That seems a bit unstable don ' t you think ?
Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank .
I ' Ve been thinking of doing that lately ! I don ' t want some banker to run off with my money !
Sugar , sugar , preservatives , fats , more sugar , more fat , more preservatives !
At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ?
My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken .
There's the difference , your wife made it ! I have to make my own lunch !
If you choose our Urgent Remittance Service the money can be there within 2 hours . There will be a 1 % handling fee and then you need to pay 12 RIB for the Express Delivery Service .
Right , that's fine . I'd like it to get there as quickly as possible .
Oh yes . Men , women , and children shake hands all the time .
It ' s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ' t .
But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too .
Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do .
That sounds easy enough .
Sure . Once you get the hang of it , it ' s a piece of cake ! It ' s nothing to worry about .
Thanks so much .
Thank you very much . I had a really good time .
Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon .
That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ' s assuming you don ' t mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 .
ok , got it . I ' ll call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It ' s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon .
I hope so , too . Bye ! Ben .
Yes , we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects .
How do I sign up ?
If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms .
Great !
No , but probably until there is a break in the storm .
So we can't really go anywhere , can we ?
I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates .
I brought some cards . Are you up for a long game ?
Thank you very much , that's kind of you .
Don't mention it .
When you miss a day of school , I'll be happy to give you the English assignments .
That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow .
No . Can I rent clubs ?
There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times .
What kinds of clubs ?
Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 .
I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me .
Okay .
Yes , maybe another choice might be better .
I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains .
Thank you for thinking of that .
Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer .
That is a good idea .
I'll take care of taking the survey and get back to you with the answers .
You ' ll be covered by our medical plan while on duty . Since you ' ll be middle-anagement , you , re expected to be available up to one hour past normal working hours . Any approved overtime that will be paid at time , which you can take as salary or time off .
Exactly my understanding .
A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ?
Yes , I have .
Do you have any questions ?
Just one . I noticed an item about flextime . Is that a possibility for me ?
Yes it is , but you ' ll have to discuss the details with your manager .
Good . Now , if you ' ll just sign here , you can start work in 3 days .
Actually , there is a problem . It's the goods description , it's a little different on the invoice , but this does happen sometimes .
No , everything has to be perfect .
No problem , I'll just get the form for you .
You can do it right now , if you ' d like .
That ' s fine .
Please fill out this application .
Then what do I do ?
I just need to take your picture .
How long will it take for my passport to be ready ?
You will get it in a few weeks .
That ' s perfect .
Other than the marathon , what else is on the list ?
We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program .
Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ?
It might seem that way , but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research . These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about .
What shall I do then ?
If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent .
It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs .
You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want .
OK . I know what to do now . Thank you .
Sorry , I forgot to mention that I don't like horror much , either .
That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ?
Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now .
There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend .
I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else .
How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done .
That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help .
Don't mention it .
I'm afraid so , yes . There is always some risk on the buyer's part .
I see . That sounds fine . Until what time are you open ?
We are open until 10 but our last order for dinner is at 9:30 pm .
Fine . Well be there before then .
Thank you , sir . We look forward to welcoming you .
Which of those two is best ?
I would recommend DEL .
So that one better ?
It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone .
What do you mean by that ?
DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is .
So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ?
That's correct . With DEL you can do both .
Why didn't you return the shirt or exchange it ?
I got it as a gift so I couldn't take it back . Good luck ! I hope it will fit you !
Will she let you leave your present job ?
Yes , I think she will .
Why do you want to leave your present job ?
Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay .
I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ?
Yes . It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago .
How dare you be so inconsiderate ? That's wrong .
I am awfully sorry . I didn't think you would mind so much .
Never do that again .
I promise .
I know that . I need to discuss this with Arden . And in his opinion , we should widen the scope of our ads , so newspaper and Internet should be adopted in this campaign .
Could you put it in detail ?
Well . We plan to contact www . on-line advertising . com . cn and Shanghai Morning Newspaper to discuss the advertisement schedule .
I think the idea is very good . In the promotion campaign , two or more media are used together , so as to draw customers ' attention and keep hold their attention to larger extent .
What kind of media do you recommend ?
I think TV is also an effective media , as long as our company is willing to spend more money on it .
Well . Arden just mentioned the paper and the on-sales . And I can talk about TV with him later , because TV promotion gets more and more popular among consumers .
I also think good advertising is essential to call attention to a product and introduce our L-series products . Meanwhile , ads are also the representation of the company's image .
We eat a lot of sweet corn , broccoli and eggplant .
I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ' s quite expensive in my country , so I don ' t eat it often .
Why is it relatively expensive ?
Because we don ' t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries .
I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country .
We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ' s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket .
Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ' s very rare in mine .
A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables . Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years . I prefer to buy fresh vegetables .
I know a good place to hire bikes if you want .
Thanks . That would be really helpful .
But remember , be careful when you ride a bike . The traffic in Beijing can be dangerous .
What do you think about the teachers ?
To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ' s so boring !
That ' s too bad . How was your English teacher ?
She was great . In today ' s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing .
Where is she from ?
She said that she ' s from a small town in the middle of America .
Were you able to understand everything that she said ?
Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ' t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her .
She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ' ll pass her class ?
Yes ... with flying colors !
What does that mean ?
It ' s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well !
If you like the class this much already , I ' m sure you will .
I hope so .
did she give you any homework ?
not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework ,
no wonder you like the class so much .
What advantages does it have ?
It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time .
Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap .
Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ?
To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways .
You mean there may be credit problems ?
Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided .
Will you give some suggestion ?
Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thanks . Maybe I will do business through Internet in the future .
That's my uncle . You're my cousin ! Hi cousin !
It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big .
It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ?
I always make time for family .
I guess . Are you sure you're taking care of yourself ?
I'm fine , Mom . Remember Holly ? This is her roommate , Yi-jun ..
port , please .
excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor .
the port is exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ?
yes . You always have a good nose for wines .
next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine .
oh , what's that ?
it's made from naturally frozen grapes .
why not ? It sounds great .
oh , here's to your health .
thanks . Cheers .
cheers .
Have you ever helped others when they are in trouble ? Most will give a hand to someone who has helped him .
I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me .
And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work .
I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them .
Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience .
Thank you so much .
And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge .
That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books .
We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books .
Well , I will do it better .
If you have any problem in your work , let me know .
Thanks very much . I promise I will work harder .
Well , we do the same things every weekend . We go to the same restaurants . We see the same friends . You know what I mean ?
Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight .
Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue .
An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad .
I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ?
Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night .
Yeah , definitely , tomorrow night .
Wow ! Isn ' t that dangerous ?
A little , but the rush was worth it .
Tell me about it .
We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us .
500 feet ! I would never be able to do that .
Yeah , It was scary , but exhilarating .
I feel much better now .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
Yeah , and ?
I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake !
Why ?
He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile .
I guess you think twice next time he comes .
You can say that again .
So how long has he here for ?
Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming .
Well , I know you do the right thing .
Um . . . let me double check . . . unfortunately , she ' s booked solid on Thursday , how does next Monday work for you ?
Actually , I ' Ve got something scheduled on Monday . Can she do Tuesday ?
Sure , Tuesday ' s perfect . May I ask where you ' re calling from ?
Sure , Merton Financial Advisors .
Oh , actually , Tuesday ' s no good . Sorry about that .
I ' m wondering if you like to go to the theatre then .
That ' s sounds great .
Ok . How about give me a ring , then ?
No . I ' d better not .
Why not ?
Because I don ' t think my husband would like it . Thank you for inviting me anyway .
Your graduation thesis was on Medical Application of Laser , right ? What were your conclusions ?
Yes . I did some work on that , and I found out some really interesting things about the conductivity of liquid helium . I was sure I had a great discovery until my teacher told me the same discovery already made twenty years ago . I think the most important thing , I learnt though , was the importance of keeping good records .
Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me .
Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum .
Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle .
Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle .
Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one .
That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ?
Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too .
I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is .
Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food .
I ' m glad . We have only about twenty things here , and I ' m in a hurry to get home .
I smoke around 30 each day .
Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far .
If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline .
Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition .
I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill .
Good idea . Remember to eat healthily too . The trainers at the fitness centre will be able to advise you on your diet .
Here you are . You must return them within a month .
What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ?
You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them .
OK . Thank you very much for your trouble .
No trouble at all . So long .
Oh , I forget . Sorry .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned . Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow ? It's urgent .
No problem , sir .
Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ?
We remain open from 9am till 8p m .
I see .
Here is your laundry ticket , sir .
Thank you . I'd like to get my laundry .
Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket , please ?
Here you are .
Yes , they are ready to go .
Can you sew on these buttons ?
No problem .
How much for the shirts ?
10 dollars .
Here is the money , keep the change .
Thank you , bye .
I ' m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' s absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
I'm going to give you a ticket .
Why can't you just let me off with a warning ?
It's just a ticket .
How much is the fine ?
The judge will let you know .
I have to be at court ?
Of course .
All right . Just give me the ticket .
Thank you , they ' re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ?
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
There're a lot of suspicions that the International Space Station is never going to become reality . Is it going to be some future project that never happens ?
I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground .
There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ?
I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell .
You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait .
If I were the man making the decisions , you could get in line tomorrow . I strongly support ordinary people going into space . Unfortunately , I don't think it will be in the near future .
Well , Kristin did give me a hand with the slides . She ' s a real wiz on PowerPoint .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
About 20 minutes .
Here's the hotel .
How much is the fare ?
That's 10 dollars .
Thank you .
No . you go ahead and putt it out . Then I'Il go .
No way , Mary . I'm going to let you go first . I don't want the pressure of putting first .
2 weeks . Is that OK ?
We have just 10 days for the vacation .
Is there any difference ?
Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy .
How about Sichuan food ?
Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently .
Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ?
I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor .
Thank you .
It's my pleasure .
True , but English is harder than most . It ' s a crazy language .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
Where are the panty-hose ?
Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here .
Have you updated your CV ?
Nope .
Sorry , I am used to speaking in a slow pace , but I will try to be faster . What position do you want to do ?
I have been yearning for a job as a stewardess in an airline like yours .
Any drinks ?
I've got whiskey and brandy but I need some beer and soda . That ' s all .
No problem .
How about summer ?
I dislike it most .
Why ?
Because the hottest season is summer in a year .
But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons .
I was sick that day , and couldn't make it .
Well , here are the notes .
Are there any more ?
Sorry , here you go .
Thanks a lot .
No problem .
That's our pleasure . Mr . Ross , your visit leaves gorgeous memory here . And I hope Mr . Halmiton , the president of your company can also have the chance to visit our company soon . Remember me to him , please .
Of course , I will .
You must have a wonderful time .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Where did you learn to sing like that ?
I was part of a band in school .
You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ?
Come on ! This is work . Don't you think that would be a little weird ?
You know , maybe she's just a neat freak .
I think she just likes to make us miserable .
You could be right .
What station do you work at ?
I work downtown at station 24 . It can get a little crazy sometimes but that ' s what makes it challenging .
You must be going to some island to relax in the sun where all you need is a swim suit and a toothbrush .
That's right .
Well , you have fun .
I will have fun .
A little bird whispered to me . Keep that to yourself .
Hear me out . We can pool the money and give it to a family who could really use it !
But you may have some trouble convincing the kids .
Actual 1y , it was their idea first .
Now we know that they realize the real meaning of Christmas .
There might be a loose connection somewhere that's making the safety switch trip . Check the settings on the trip-switch . If you can't fix it yourself , call in an electrician .
Thank you . I ' m leaving tomorrow morning .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
Post offices are still the place to go to collect welfare benefits , like unemployment benefit and child support benefit . The queue are very long on the days when people collect those payment .
My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection .
Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ?
I think it ' s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to .
I like being able to buy newspapers and magazines at the post office . It means that I don ' t need to go to two places
And what is it regarding please ?
We have an appointment for this afternoon . Mr . Chen will know why I'm calling .
Of course , Please hold the line Mr . Hunter .
What if I make another offer , and they don ' t accept it ?
No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so .
I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer .
OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight .
How long before I find out what their decision is ?
By now , the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept . It will go quickly .
No , they live alone .
Thanks a lot .
I've worked here for two years . And I want to do something different .
What do you mean by something different ?
I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language .
I'm really sorry . But I understand .
Thank you , manager .
What time will you be dining with us ?
Our first choice would be 7
How many guests will be in your party ?
Four of us will be coming .
Please just give me your name , and at 7
Great ! Our last name is Foster .
Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7
I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant . Thank you for your help .
Four pounds is enough .
What kind of ground beef do you want ?
I'm going to need extra lean ground beef .
I can get that for you .
Thanks so much .
You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you .
Thanks for everything .
Why didn ' t you just answer my question directly ? Why would Chinese answer questions this way ? I simply asked if you did it or not . It ' s a very simple question . And Chinese often give the reason before they would give a direct answer .
Yes , I ' m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ' t know why Chinese sometimes would do this .
You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ' s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ' t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer .
But you know if he brought it or not , right ?
Yeah , after all the explanations like , it ' s too heavy , I was in a hurry ... whatever .
I see . Did anything else happen ?
I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and requirements .
It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client .
Yes . That ' s why we have everything on computer files . We don ' t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint from a client .
I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ?
Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour .
You certainly had a busy day .
That ' s not all ! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss . In the end , I finished everything . I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning .
It will save you much time when you clear customs .
Okay . Can I also have a sheet of 20 sixty-four-cent stamps ?
Sure . The total comes to twelve dollars and eighty cents .
By the way , how much does it cost to send a package to Taiwan ?
That depends on the weight .
I see .
Perhaps . i just haven't had time to find them yet .
What type of work will you expect to do at first ?
I expect to operate computers .
What are your plans for the future ?
I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future .
How long does it take to get here from your home ?
It's a twenty-minute bus ride .
How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ?
I ' ll work here as long as you expect me to .
You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ?
I ' Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work .
Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ' Ve had a child ?
I think so .
What ideas do you have if we employ you ?
Ever since I was a young girl , I ' Ve been clever with my hands . I ' Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ?
I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ' ll make my plan . And then I ' ll go with all my effort to see it is realized .
If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ?
I ' ll report it honestly . I ' ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail .
What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ?
People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ' t mind work over spare time if it is paid for .
What are your expectations from working on this job ?
Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing .
If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ?
I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ' t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher .
If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ?
I will feel it is a pity . But I will not feel so bad . I will go for other interviews until I am employed satisfactorily . Hopefully before I find another position , you will call me back .
Good . How much is a one-way ticket ?
It's 38 dollars .
All right . Here's 40 dollars .
Here's your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate number 2 , please .
Thank you very much .
Don't mention it .
Hang in there . It ' ll all come together one of these days .
No , Madam . I don't think I do .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
It's a big leather suitcase with my name ' Lily ' on it .
Don't worry . We will look it for you right now .
Thank you .
That ' s the man I told you about . Remember ?
Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia .
That ' s right .
Who ' s this ?
Guess !
It ' s not you , is it ?
That ' s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home .
Why did you shave it off ?
My wife didn ' t like it !
I ' m sorry . It ' s for reference only , so it must stay in the library . But you ' re welcome to look through it .
Ok . And I ' d like to check these books out .
All right . They ' re due back next Wednesday .
Thanks for your help .
Tell me what happened .
The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't .
The officer wouldn't lie about that .
He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it .
There was no picture taken of your license plate ?
I don't believe it took my picture .
I'm just going to let you go .
I appreciate that .
I just turned 18 last month .
That is so lucky of you .
Why ?
You turned 18 a month before the election .
I didn ' t think of it that way .
Are you serious ?
Seriously , but I ' m excited that I did .
Congratulations on being a part of history .
Yes . I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves , all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart .
That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life .
How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage .
He's going to make the opening speech .
Certainly . The service cart will be down the aisle again soon .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
Well , I have a lot of work . I'll see how to goes .
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
I will do that . Meanwhile , could you give me an indication of the price .
Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation .
What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice .
As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it .
You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help .
We'll discuss this when you place your order with us .
Thank you .
Couldn't you raise the commission to five percent ?
Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ?
Then I'll accept it with thanks .
Yes , it is not easy .
It is ok with me . I enjoy being busy and learning new things .
We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified .
Good , thanks . I look forward to hearing from you .
That's a good idea . I almost forget it . What else ?
The night life there . It's so romantic !
Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ?
I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season .
Sounds exciting . I can't wait .
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
We're just worried about you , Taylor .
Whatever . I wish people would just leave me alone !
No , I tried to shake her hand , but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended .
Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake .
But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ?
Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude .
Is that why she wouldn ' t look at me in the meeting ?
I think it's highly possible , yes .
The meeting really didn ' t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country .
That's a good idea . When you don ' t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone .
That's so true . It's great that we see eye to eye on this .
Yeah , we would have been lost without the help of the locals .
Do you still remember the small restaurant at the corner of the street ?
Of course . That was the best pasta I've ever had .
I ate so much that I wasn't hungry until afternoon the next day .
If only we could eat there once more !
Maybe we can come here again next summer .
Hope the restaurant is still there .
Hey , what's the time ?
Oh , my god ! Only two hours left before the plane takes off . We need to be at the airport now .
Don't worry . We can call a cab . It'll be alright .
We should come here more often .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's exactly the way I feel .
How about a comedy ?
No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful .
How about a love story then ?
No , romance is boring .
What's you opinion ?
Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ?
Really ?
Certainly . Is there anything wrong ?
No , but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie .
Someone you're living with .
What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ?
Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack .
No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl .
The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him .
And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection .
Well , if you want to help your friend , you should do something about it .
Yes , we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs .
I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices .
Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice .
I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please .
That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner .
Please bring our salads to us now . We are hungry !
That ' s stupid .
I see . How much will that cost ?
Well it ' s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK .
Wow , that is cheap . Thank you very much .
Well , sometimes the city auctions offer houses to the community . You ' d have to make a quick decision about the offer in a day , but you would definitely save money doing it that way .
That ' s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ?
Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ' re pretty satisfied with it .
Is the house pretty run-down .
Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her .
Was it a very old house ?
It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ' t take a lot of money or time .
Is it in a good location ?
The area can be a bit rough in the evenings , but the neighbors watch out for each other , so it ' s ok .
Yes . We'll have our baby soon .
Oh , dear , I'm so happy .
Me , too .
Please . Just to double check all the details .
There you go .
It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around two fifteen PM .
Yes , there is . See you then .
Yeah , you ' re right . Can ' t go wrong with that .
I only paid two dollars for mine .
and can you dance tango ?
oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well .
don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ?
ok .
great . i am your lucky fellow then .
Can you bring me a glass of orange juice , please ? I am quite thirsty .
Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better .
Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more , thank you .
Here is to our friendship and health !
Bottom is up .
How on earth can you miss several buses ?
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
He got a three here which means it's unsatisfactory . We should work on that with him .
So confusing ! In my day we got an A or B if we were doing well and if we failed an exam we would get an F !
Marty Smith . M-A-R-T-Y , S-M-I-T-H
Thanks . What ' s your name and phone number , please ?
My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 .
Thank you . I ' ll put the call through for you . Hold on the line , please .
OK , an Englishman , a Scotsman , and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert , and they could only take one thing with them .
I see .
So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment .
Oh , that's funny !
Hang on , I haven't finished yet .
Oh , sorry .
Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . " If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , " he said . The Scotsman brought a map . " If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . " The Irishman had brought a car door .
A car door ? You mean just one car door ?
Yep . A car door . " Why the door ? " the others asked him . " Well , " he said , " If it gets hot , we can open the window . " Do you get it ?
Well ...
Really ? What about the pay rate ? Are the wages pretty high ?
From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives .
Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money .
It's a great place to work . They give you fair pay and benefits , and a lot of room to grow . I think if they off you a job , you should definitely take it .
I see , D . But I plead you to help her .
I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation .
How long do you expect her to live ?
About half a year .
Jeez , seven children . That must have a lot of problems . We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Yes , and I want to have a try .
Sure . 3 thirty this afternoon .
Good . See you later .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Which one do you feel is best ?
I would get DEL if I were you .
DEL is better than dial-up ?
It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line .
I'm not sure what that means .
Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL .
That'll make it impossible for me to use .
Exactly . With DEL you don't have that problem .
No , I'm not even halfway through my supply .
I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ?
What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ?
Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs !
There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs .
Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items .
I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now .
Sir , housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily .
But it is unjust to judge a book by its cover . If they ' re not happy or comfortable with their clothes , they can be less productive .
No , once I fill the tub with beer , I ' ll get the ice . The beer will be cool if you put the tub under the ice . The cooler , the better .
I think a bottle of champagne would be a good idea . It ' s appetizing and tasty .
Well , if you say so . Personally speaking , I ' d rather die of thirst than drink champagne .
All right . You have a hamburger without mustard . Anything else ?
Sprite with ice , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you .
Would you mind showing me your passport ?
Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ?
Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it .
That's correct . Thank you very much .
We have this new ETC smart phone . It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are .
What about Wi-fi ?
Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home .
One last thing . Is it waterproof ?
Smaller local companies . We specialize in trade & shipping industry .
I used to work for a shipping company for six years , and I am quite familiar with some managers . Would your like to meet them ?
Well . I think I will wait .
Can I have a reduction of seven percent ?
It depends on how much you order
Can I use the FAS terms ?
I'd rather use the CIF terms . You ' re welcome to come to talk about it in detail with your general manager and sign a contract .
Yeah . Maybe I can find my favorite car in addition to Honda .
And the bank will offer you loans for twenty years !
I've seen at least nine different cockroaches in my room .
Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ?
There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief !
I apologize . One moment , please , while I transfer you to my supervisor .
That's great . They must really be committed to staff development .
They are . We definitely see eye-to eye on my enhanced performance being a win-win situation for everyone involved .
Not just today . Go exercise everyday !
It's the Powell orchestra .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
That's fine . Do you have any specials for your guests ?
We offer a complementary breakfast buffet and free parking .
Good . Let me give you my credit card number to reserve a room .
Thank you . Your confirmation number is 611273 .
Ok , sounds good . But I think it's your trick .
Certainly .
And Roman really loves life . He knows how to enjoy himself .
Not always . But they like good meal .
Really ?
How can I go there to have a taste ?
By air of course .
Wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll pick you up around 6
I ' ll be ready .
What class was your favorite then ?
I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific .
I never took that yet . If that was your favorite , I think I will check it out .
I'm so hungry , I could eat a whole cow !
If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ?
I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then .
Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat .
That's pretty messed up .
Why don't you just go home and eat ?
I don't want to go all the way home just to eat .
Well , I guess you're out of luck .
Listen , I know who you are . If you call this number again , I ' ll call the police . You ' ll be arrested . I ' Ve got your number .
Don't worry , you'll find a way .
Sure . But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters . What do they say ?
They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival .
Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it .
It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life .
Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth .
Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter .
There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ?
Let me have a look . Oh , no . They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene .
And I've got to drive . You know I'm not fond of that . I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train .
Which is more expensive ?
But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train .
Now . Have you ever thought of going by express bus ?
Sometime around next week . What can you tell me about this apartment ?
Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it .
Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ?
Sure . What time would you like to come ?
How about 10 am ?
Good , May I have your name , please ?
My name is Blanca .
Thanks for calling , Blanca . I'll see you tomorrow .
Was she really ? So you're telling me there's a chance ?
Can't hurt to try . Carpe diem . Who can say if we'll be here tomorrow or not ?
Why not ? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains .
Well , I don't often use them , I wouldn't really know .
Would you tell her Tom Gray called ?
I'd be glad to .
25 yuan .
Here's 30 . Keep the change .
Thank you very much , ma'am , but we don't take tips in China .
That's good to know . Oh , listen ! The band's playing our song .
I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ?
Always .
Hmm , I don't feel very comfortable .
Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ?
This is just right for me . I'll take this one .
Yes , hope you like it . Do you need beer or wine ?
Beer , please . Oh , there are so many dishes .
I'm glad you like them .. . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation . Let's drink to our friendship .
Let's hope for good cooperation between us .
Even he's not coming back to school anymore , you still can call him and meet him on weekends .
You're right ! I will call him this weekend and meet him .
We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services , 24/7 , wherever you are .
That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for .
Would you change it to a new one ?
Yes , certainly . You have the receipt ?
Yes , I do .
Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it .
Thank you so much .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Your starting salary is 3 , 000 yuan a month , but if you work well we will put you on our regular staff after six months time and your salary will be raised to 5,000 yuan a month .
I thought the starting salary is too low .
What is the lowest salary you may consider ?
I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family .
That ' s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ?
No problem . Thank you for hiring me , I am very proud to be employed by your company and I will come in at eight o ' clock sharp Monday .
I am better . I will go out to have a visit to my aunt . Why don't we have fun on weekend ?
So what ?
I'll take your temperature . How long have you been feeling ill ?
It began the night before last .
You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom
Lots of people are ill at the moment .
It's this cold weather we're having .
I wonder if Mr . Smith forgot your meeting . I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until 4 p . m . Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place . Will you please have a seat ?
Sure .
Yes , Mr . Mason . I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry . She said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She should be with you shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ?
That would be very nice . Thank you .
Right this way , Mr . Mason . We can start with our front office . When Ms . Terry is ready , you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor . There is a conference room already prepared .
You sure do .
Could you tell me how much I owe ?
You owe $ 235 . 13 in fees .
I can ' t believe that .
When will you be paying these fees off ?
I ' ll pay them off right now .
Cash or check ?
I will pay with cash .
Is there a mailbox in the apartment ?
Yes . Each apartment has one .
Are there any parking lots for the tenants ?
Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month .
Is there an alarm system in the apartment ?
Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago .
Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ?
Of course we do . It is the landlord ' s responsibility .
Are smoke detectors provided ?
Yes .
And the necklace , it matches your dress marvelously .
It ' s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact .
Thank you for saying so .
Well , I certainly did .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
Yes . This way , please . Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors , such as almond , walnut , lotus seed , etc . And different packaging has different weights . We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require .
The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better .
You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality .
Oh , it's delicious ...
Of course it counts . What kind of work did you do there ?
I did clerical stuff and ran errands .
In this office , we encourage full attendance by offering a bonus . If you take any leaves , we'll deduct money from your salary .
May I know about the office hours ?
Office hours are nine to five-thirty . One hour for lunch . Do you have any questions ?
Er , may I know how much I will be paid monthly ?
We'll give you about 3000 to start . There'll be a trial period of three month . After six months , we'll have a job performance review and consider giving you a raise .
When will I know your decision ?
I'll call you in a day or two , did you write down your phone number on your resume ?
Yes , I did . Can you call after 7 p . m . ? I'm usually out in the daytime .
All right . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Great . Please fill them out on this deposit slip .
Here ? And here ?
That's right . How much do you want to pay in ?
1,000 RIB .
Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too .
It's an important birthday .
he bought me an iron .
that doesn ' t sound like a great present .
maybe not , but my iron was getting old . In fact , it stopped working the week after jim bought me the new one . It ' s as if he knew that my old iron would soon stop working !
let ' s think . He loves football , doesn ' t he ? I saw signed photographs of famous footballers in a shop near hear . Let ' s go and have a look . You know which team he supports , don ' t you ?
yes , I do . Let ' s go . We should be able to find something suitable . We should get him something old ... something historic .
it ' ll be an expensive present , but we can share the cost .
I ' ll be happy to get him something special , even if it coasts a little extra .
yes . He always get us special gift . We should repay his kindness .
So would I . Look , it might be going to rain .
I don't think it will spoil our trip .
It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains .
Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads .
That's a good idea !
What's it about ? You know , I couldn't help falling asleep .
Did you ? I didn't notice that . But still you should know it , for you have seen it with Laura before .
I guess I've done the same thing last time I was here with her , too . I mean falling asleep . For me , this one is not that attractive .
Then I doubt if you like operas at all .
Yes . I like Carmen very much . But I don't mind if you want to tell me about this one .
OK , then . The man was old and he was visiting his wife's grave , with a rose in his hand . When he got there , he saw someone already put a rose on her grave .
Very impressive . And I do like the leading actress who has an amazing voice .
Me , too . There was always a good round of applause every time she sings .
Yes , the applause ! That was what kept waking me up during the show .
And it's been such a faultless performance with the perfect lighting , and music . Just amazing !
No doubt , it's not a simple thing to put on a ' phantom show ' .
Exactly .
Yeah but , he is always in a really foul mood . I try to find out what ' s bothering him or get him to talk about his day but , he always shuts down and brushes me off .
Men are like that you know . They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness .
I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ' t always this grouchy you know ...
Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ' t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one !
You are something else you know that ?
What about all your money in that account ?
Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ?
That ' s fine .
I appreciate it .
Would you like to make a withdrawal ?
That ' s all for today .
I ' ll just cancel your account right now .
I greatly appreciate your help .
Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college . Have you decide what you are going to do when you graduated ?
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
All right . I only hope to get a skillful driver , and drive me to my stop safe way .
No problem .
Thanks a lot , bye bye .
You are welcome , bye .
do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them ?
oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day .
no . those you have to provide for yourself .
what do most of the students do ?
well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f
then , I might as well have them made .
Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty .
hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin .
it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' .
here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ?
Certainly . Ok , got you .
Oh no ! Mike ' s birthday is a drinkfest for sure !
Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar !
Is that why you missed work today ?
Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times .
Www !
I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ' m never gonna drink again !
Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ' s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go .
Oh , yeah . I ' m there !
What about vegetables ?
I must go to the greengrocer's . We haven ; t got many tomatoes , but we've got a lot of potatoes . I must go to the butcher's , too . We need some meat . We haven't got any meat at all .
Have we got any beer and wine ?
No , we haven't . And I'm not going to get any !
I hope that you've got some money .
I haven't got much .
Well , I haven't got much either !
Our pie is brought in fresh every day . And I can tell you it's delicious .
Okay , throw in a piece of that pie then .
Is this to stay or to go ?
I'm in a bit of a hurry today , so we'd better make it to go . Thanks for asking .
Well , I think it's fabulous . And the neighbors don't even seem to exist .
That is a relief . It's a good thing we moved .
Ah yes , that is a great refrigerator .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
This nutrition cream is for anti-wrinkling and whitening which is a newcomer brand .
How much is it ?
$ 60 . The price is reasonable for its large quantity . What's more , there are some gifts attaching for you .
Sounds good . What are the gifts attaching ?
You can take one tonic or hand cream .
I will choose the tonic .
No problem . You can try this kind of gel which can prevent freckle , the effect will be better if you use this powder foundation applied with it .
That's the very thing I want .
I never thought about it that way .
I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat .
Oh doctor , I feel so foolish .
Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits .
I know doctor , thank you so much .
What's playing at the Century Fox ?
Candlelight in the Window
Should we go see it ?
I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies .
How about ' Run of the Mill ? '
No . I heard that's really boring .
Why don't we go to a concert instead ?
Great idea !
Is it far from here to Suzhou ?
Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou .
How long will it take to get there ?
About fifteen hours .
Is this the only kind you have ?
No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ?
Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide .
Very well . Just take your time .
That's tough indeed ! Do you think your health can afford ?
I don't care . I need money .
Surely you'll be paid extra for overtime , but do you think it's really worth ?
Yes , I think so . When I work overtime I'm paid time and a half .
Oh , yes . Money comes faster in that way than otherwise .
But jobs with a lot of overtime are quite limited . Employers usually don't like to pay for overtime if they can manage .
That's true .
Ok , see you 10 o'clock next Monday !
That's fine . See you then .
That ' s one reason I ' d like to try it . I ' d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Sure . We hope your wish will come true .
But this time I ' m going to stick to it . I really mean it ! Trust me , Carol , I ' m going to be a new man in one year ' s time !
Well , I guess we ' ll just have to wait and see .
Thanks , honey , that was a great meal . I ' m stuffed . Do we have any chips left ?
Your bag ? Did you get it back ?
I went back for it . But it was already gone .
That ' s too bad . I ' m sorry to hear that .
Can I pay by card ?
Surely of course . Give me your card please .
Why are you interested in working with this company ?
One of my relatives told me that your company needs someone who can speak English . That's just the job that I have been looking for
Commitment to the company and the team is very important to us here .
Well I ' m definitely a team player as well as being highly self-motivated . I believe this company can fulfill my long-term goals and offer me great upward mobility . Therefore you will find in me
No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before .
Good for you , keep it up .
I know . If a policeman catches you using the cell phone while driving , you will be fined .
Ok , see you then , bye .
Bye .
But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ' t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days .
Well , keep a low profile .
Well , it is not going to happen so soon , I guess .
You won a lottery ? Don ' t beat around the bush , just tell me , please .
Ok , I lost 5 pounds .
Mud ? But Ivan told me there were no mudslides in that district . I thought all the mudslides were down in Chichitango .
That's what we thought , sir . That's what the news reported . But there was one little mudslide in our district too . Right above our site .
Oh , that's terrible ! What bad luck ! I wish we had never come to this country . But , if it isn't the strikes and the revolutionaries , it's the earthquakes . Our operations here are finished !
I'm sorry , sir .
It's not your fault , Yuri . But tell me . When will Ivan be able to get out there ?
Well , it took me about nine hours to get back here by car . If Ivan leaves tonight , I think he should be there by tomorrow lunch .
Good . I want an estimate of damages as soon as possible .
But sir ...
Yes , Yuri ?
I wouldn't recommend sending Ivan now . Especially not at night . The roads aren't safe .
Has the earthquake damaged the bridges too ?
No , sir . The bridges are fine . But I've heard rumors that the revolutionaries are coming down from the mountains . There has been fighting , sir .
Are you serious ? Fighting ? But I didn't hear anything on the news .
You know the government controls the press here , sir . They don't want it reported .
Oh , this is terrible , Yuri . Terrible ! So we can't even assess the damages . How can we do business in this country ? Either we're buried under mud , or we're in danger of getting kidnapped . No , I can't believe this mess !
I'm sorry , sir .
You don't have to keep saying that , Yuri . It's not your fault . But me--I'm the one who should be sorry . It was me who suggested operations here in the first place ! Oh , what can we do ?
Thanks .
Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves . How about this one ?
I think that's what I want . How much is it ?
It's 75 dollars plus tax .
It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ?
Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer .
That's good . Could you wrap it for me ?
Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ?
No , that should be it . Thank you !
Don't be such a chicken ! Whoever loses has to treat everyone to a movie .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That'll be fine .
I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food .
Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ?
I'm not sure .
When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express .
Do they do a good job on the food ?
The food isn't bad there .
I think I will get my food from Panda Express , too .
I've already got mine .
( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents !
Here ! Open mine first .
Wow ! It's just what I wanted !
Hey ! Why don't I have any presents !
Great . Uh , Justin , would you like to see Otis Lesley on Thursday night ? He's at the Kangaroo Club .
I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday .
Oh ... that's too bad .
Yeah . I really like Lesley .
Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well .
Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ?
At eight sharp . How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ?
That sounds perfect . And let's go out for coffee after the show .
Sure !
See you at seven fifteen , Saturday .
Fantastic ! I didn't want to come back .
I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful .
They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap .
I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ?
Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing .
I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself .
Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ?
Yeah , it sure would .
Have you thought about graduate school ?
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person should want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
Excellent . How about the microphone and speaker ?
I have also got them ready for the lecture .
Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests .
Sure .
How would you seat them ?
I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ?
Well , after the half of the meeting , there will be an interval for rest and refreshment .
Well , I can't hear you .
This could be a great hotel , once you get rid of the insects . The city itself is great .
I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit . Please have a pleasant trip home .
Yes , he is . Of course he makes mistakes , but who doesn ' t .
yeah , it ' s fair to say so .
Yeah , you ' re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look .
There must be a mistake .
Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid .
Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it .
Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it
Of course I did . Here is the receipt .
Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir .
That's all right .
No , he doesn't . Anyway , his wife found out that he has been two-timing for a long time .
Well , I am really surprised . By the way , have you done anything behind my back ?
No . The only thing I've ever done behind your back is zipping you up .
I like that joke , but I hope it's true .
Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you .
That is fine .
Which lane were you in ?
I don't remember .
What was your speed then ?
40 miles per hour .
Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ?
Just straight .
OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ?
No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern .
No problem , Miss .
Alright . Mr . Cook , I have Mr . baker called you back as soon as he gets here .
Would you like to say ' when ' , please , sir . ( Pouring soda )
Whoa , when .
Enjoy your drink , sir .
Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai .
And others directly from New York .
So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready .
Because you're going to love this show !
No , I'm not sure .
Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor .
I see .
Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then .
I'll see you then .
Looking forward to meeting with you !
Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ?
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week .
Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty .
My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie .
What's it about ?
It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy .
I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life .
Let's go . The time is coming .
We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema .
Not at all .
Be careful of yourself .
Will you be paying by cash , check , or credit card ?
I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ?
Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa .
I ' ll put it on my Visa card , then .
Very well , ma ' am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ' s rejected .
There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard .
Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199 . 00 , sign here , please .
Sure .
Here you go , and here ' s your receipt . Have a nice day .
Thanks . You have a good one , too .
I don ' t want a mink coat ! I want to see the world .
All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful
But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ?
If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again .
It ' s a pleasant dream , but everything depends on if !
I ' Ve got her a birthday present and I ' ll take a bottle fo wine too .
That ' s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ' s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ' t mind too much .
Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ' t be surprised if they went to the party too .
I ' m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast !
Well , don ' t be late . I ' ll see you on Friday at helen ' s .
What is the greatest disappointment in your life ?
Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me .
Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ?
I will start my work at the beginning of next month .
How far is that ?
It ' s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south .
According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ' s the motorway that goes around the edge of London .
That ' s another 15 miles , so that ' s 22 miles total so far .
Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction !
Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 .
Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ' s the total distance ?
The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ?
22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ' s a total of 58 miles , isn ' t it ?
It shouldn ' t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way .
We can only go fast on the motor ways if there isn ' t much traffic . I think we should allow ourselves plenty of time to get there . Being early is much better than being late .
No , you don't have to . It's a duty-free shop .
Thank you so much .
That's the one .
His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ?
He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money .
Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ?
No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise .
What a lucky man .
He still has a complaint though .
What's that ?
He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop .
The poor thing . It must be difficult being him .
You can say that again .
cool ! It must be amazing to work at a bar !
yeah , but I ' m not there for fun . I have to remain professional and if I get distracted , the manager would be pretty upset .
that ' s true . I ' m wondering did you learn anything from the job ?
of course . There ' s always much to learn . I got to know more about the real world .
you mean you got working experience , right ?
not just working experience . I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life .
it must be very demanding .
sometimes it is . But after working for a few weeks , it ' s easy to figure out .
really ? It sounds interesting .
maybe you can come to the bar one day and I ' ll show you around .
great . I ' m looking forward to it .
Thank you . It's very nice when problems can be solved quickly .
When I deleted the $ 10 , the computer automatically added a $ 2 service charge .
Are you crazy ? You made the mistake and now you're charging me for your mistake ?
Sir , if it makes you feel any better , the $ 2 service fee used to be $ 5 .
Why don't you just stick a gun in my ribs and take everything I have ?
Unfortunately , sir , you'll have to pay the $ 2 , whether you like it or not .
We could try that , but I really want this house !
It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer .
How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ?
The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving .
Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ?
There really isn ' t anything else to do right now except wait . You are already pre-qualified for your loan .
You are unfair to her . She is a very nice girl .
Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Well , I am going to a football match . I need to go .
Say hi to your family for me .
Thanks , I will , byebye !
Well , easily , It doesn't work . It doesn't even start probably .
Oh , dear ! I'll do whatever I can .
Yes , you are right .
Why don't you try and give it up ?
I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use .
How was your flight ?
It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though .
That ' s too bad . How long was the flight ?
It was 10 hours .
Did you have a layover ?
Yes , in Paris , France .
Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ?
Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate -- one for me and one for you !
Oh , you didn ' t have to ...
It was nothing .
Make sure that your customs forms are with you .
And ?
Before disembarkation , please get ready .
All right .
By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship .
Thank you for your reminding .
You will see the beautiful city .
I can't wait to see it .
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ?
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
Are you sure you have $ 100 in your checking account ?
I thought I did .
I ' ll check for you .
Thank you very much .
It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account .
That can ' t be right !
That ' s what my computer is showing .
All right . Thank you very much .
Would you tell me what education background you have ?
I graduated from Beijing College of Foreign Trade . My major was International Trade .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes , I have been working in Lush Insurance Company for four years .
OK . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ?
Yes .
OK . I will accept you for a three months-period of probation . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes .
That sounds ridiculous . Why ?
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
No , sweetie . I'll make you some tomato soup and rice .
No , thanks .
And vegetables with porridge .
Blah ... What's that ?
This is all your medicine . You need to take it four times a day for three days straight .
I thought it was pretty good .
I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The storyline and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
It might be .
Going to look at houses during the week is best for me .
Where would you like me to pick you up ?
I will meet you at the real estate office .
I am thinking of looking at three houses , and it will take about two hours .
That sounds good to me .
Once I contact the owners and confirm the times , I will e-mail you a schedule .
Can you make a description of your wallet ?
It's a black leather one . There are my credit card and ID and some money .
How about this afternoon at 2:00 ?
That ' s fine .
Don ' t forget to bring your health card with you .
I ' ll bring the card . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
Why do you plan to change your job ?
Because I would like to get a job in which I can have good opportunity for advancement , and the job was not challenging enough .
Have you applied for work with any other companies ?
Yes , I applied with another company , but that was just to get experience in being interviewed .
If you are accepted at both places , which company will you choose ?
This one , of course . Your company is my first choice . I want to work for you .
Do you hike or fish on your trips ?
Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles .
Did you catch anything ?
Yes , but I threw them back .
How about Joining our summer camp next week ?
Great ! I can't wait .
Oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday .
She's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
Is there someone else I can talk to ?
She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
That will be fine .
Ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 then . See you then .
I forgot to bring that with me .
You need it to pay your fine .
Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ?
Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are .
Okay , I think I understand .
All right , come back and bring your ID .
So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ?
Once you pay it , your record will be cleared .
You shouldn't work so hard .
I know , but hard work pays off . You know .
What do you mean ?
Maybe now I'll get that promotion I was hoping for .
Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes ?
You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures .
Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one .
Yes , that one is very nice .
Now , does this come with a warranty ?
I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances .
That doesn't surprise me .
Even if it doesn't work , it's a beautiful collectible .
Thank you .
But then there were some cracks in a number of cases . Almost all the bottom of the cases were loose .
That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling .
But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing .
But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps .
But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken .
I don't think the stevedores could have handled them with great care .
I don't think I can change it right now . Why don't we talk again tomorrow ?
Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this .
Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else .
I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground .
I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % .
Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat .
Then you'll have to think of something better , Robert .
thank you for wonderful meat .
I'm glad you enjoy it .
We ' re identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we are complete opposites when it comes to everything else .
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn ' t mention to your biological father .
I don ' t know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don ' t have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother ' s mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was meant to be .
So you always have fun on dates ?
Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with .
Why not ?
My date may not be my type .
So then why would you ask them out in the first place ?
I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type .
Sounds like a huge waste of time to me .
Now that I think about it , it really is sometimes .
Isn't that a scary movie ?
How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun .
Ok . I'll give it a try .
That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
Oh , you can take the subway , get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes . You will find a building . It will take about 40 minutes in total .
I got it . Thank you so much .
You ' re welcome .
How about a blouse ? This one here is the latest fashion .
No , thank you .
Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you .
No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know .
Take a look at this dress ! Don't you think it's perfect for you , ma'am ? Uh , where are you going , ma'am ? Ma'am ?
Is that including tax ?
No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in .
How much is your profit margin then ?
Our profit margin is in the neighborhood of 20 % .
Actually , I'm already working for WebTracker . Vince never wanted to give me what I was worth , so I figured , what the heck .
No kidding ! I can't believe this . You devil !
It's kind of cool , isn't it ? I'm sort of like a secret agent .
I'm always at your service , sir . By the way , did you have a pleasant trip ?
Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take-offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired .
Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you .
Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible .
So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall .
I am sure we will . Actually , we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder .
Come this way , please . The coach is waiting outside .
Fine , let's go .
Is that all you would like to check out ?
That ' s all I need .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
Make sure to take proper care of this video .
That won ' t be a problem .
If you damage the video , you will be fined .
I won ' t damage it .
A bunch of people went looting last night .
They what ?
They took full advantage of the lights being out .
That's crazy .
The news reported that four stores were broken into .
Were the looters found ?
The police don't know who did it .
I hope this doesn't happen again .
And what is the most important point ?
You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule .
I haven ' t been completely honest with you Veronica , I ' m sorry . I ' m not a fireman . I ' m not even from the United States . I ' m a spy for the Indian government .
What ? Why didn ' t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ?
When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau .
What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me !
I ' m sorry , I wasn ' t supposed to meet you . I wasn ' t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real .
I can ' t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ' t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car !
Veronica , wait !
Of course . May I have your name , please ?
This is Mr . William .
Can you spell that , please ?
William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M .
Thank you , Mr . William . Goodbye .
Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small .
Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there .
It looks like you guys work hard .
I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard . Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices .
Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs .
Sure thing .
Again , as you see on your course outline , grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test , periodic quizzes , and classroom participation .
I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not .
I can't let you go back to sleep , because you won't wake back up .
I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes .
You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed .
I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes .
I don't want you to be late for school today .
I'm not going to be late today .
Fine , five more minutes .
Thank you .
Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away .
You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ?
We have plenty of money for office supplies .
You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ?
I want to pick them up .
Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day !
You too !
Yes , I want to get a better job .
Could you tell me why you want to quit ?
I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues .
Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out .
I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay .
OK . I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you . However , I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay .
I've seen the British version and loved it , but have never seen the American version .
it's almost exactly the same . I think it's a hilarious show .
what are you watching now ?
they're just showing highlights of American Idol from last night right now .
I can't stand American Idol ! I think it's really over-rated .
I couldn't agree with you more .
have you got satellite , cable , or digital TV ?
we have digital TV . It's amazing though---even with 100 channels , there's often nothing on that I'd want to watch !
do you watch a lot of TV then ?
I guess so . I'm bit of a couch potato . How about you ?
I don't have a TV at home , so I rarely watch anything . Is there anything worth watching after the office ?
there's actually a documentary on the history channel later on that I'd like to watch . Do you want to stay and watch it with me ?
why not ? I don't have anything better to do !
Well , tell me . What are they like ?
They ' re nice .
Just because Ben Johnson was juiced up doesn ' t mean all athletes are .
OK , OK . I ' m feeling a little dehydrated . Let ' s get something to drink .
Honda is OK .
Why ?
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
I am sorry , we will change yours for a new one .
OK . The first piece of job information I got was from the Internet , and it is about selling medicines .
What do you think of this job ?
I am not familiar with the medicine industry , and I don't think it fits me well .
Then how about the others ?
Another is about electronic commerce , and its products are mainly large machinery equipments .
I have heard about electronic commerce , and many people say it has good prospects for development .
I also feel it's nice . I want to give it a try .
Come on ! I believe you will succeed .
Thanks . You can also seek job information on the Internet .
Good idea . I will think it over .
I'd rather have broccoli .
OK . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee .
All right .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends .
Really ? What can I do ?
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Plead your case .
I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true .
Why would the officer lie ?
I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it .
Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ?
No , my picture wasn't taken .
There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go .
Thank you very much , Your Honor .
It ' s half past twelve .
When do you have lunch ?
From one to two .
What do you normally eat ?
We usually go to the cafeteria .
Oh , it ' s time to have lunch now .
let ' s go together .
I want to try something exciting .
It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you .
I'll tell you all about it next Monday .
Well , take care of yourself , and don't say I didn't warn you .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I ' m hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ' s only seven-fifteen . I don ' t want to be the first one there again .
Don ' t worry . We won ' t be the first .
Well , you have three kids , so you knew what it meant once upon a time !
Ha , ha ! Those days are long gone .
Yes , I think so .
Either way , I only allow one missed assignment per semester . When will you be turning the make-up in ?
I'll make it up next week .
Fine , but it cannot happen again if you want an " A " in the class .
OK , I can do that .
Remember that you are in college now , not high school .
Are you doing anything tomorrow ?
I'm free tomorrow .
I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ?
All right , see you then .
What ?
You gotta have some better deodorant .
I ' m sorry ? !
In the beginning of the interview , greet the interviewer with a kind smile .
In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' .
That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail .
When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions .
At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode .
Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor .
Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer .
In short , you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview .
There are times of games planned , should have a grand time .
Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices . How about we get you measured ? Let ' s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ' s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
I see and what do you do for a living ?
I ' m an IT salesman .
That sounds like a good job .
It ' s very interesting actually .
Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Don ' t you worry , I ' ll take care of everything ! Oh my god ! I just love your curly hair ! It ' s so fluffy and cute ! You should totally let it grow out . An afro would look great on you !
Um ... no .
Okay , but you are going to be my masterpiece !
It's just a regular inspection . Do you have anything to declare ?
I've got 6 packets of cigarettes and 2 bottles of champagne . Besides , I have two cameras , one is for my own use , and the other is a gift .
Well , the cigarettes and the champagne are not in excess of the duty-free allowance . But according to our law , each passenger is allowed only one camera duty-free . You ' ll have to pay duty for the other one .
Ok . Where shall I pay duty for it ?
Please wait a minute . I'll make out the duty memo ... Here you are . Take this and pay to the woman over there .
I've paid for it . Here's the receipt .
Very well . I hope you ' ll enjoy your stay in America .
Thank you .
What about the kitchen ?
The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires .
Are the plumbing all right ?
The plumbing seems OK , too . The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak .
The place is OK . Let ' s go there and have a look at it again .
No , please , Mom ! Don't make me gargle with saltwater !
It works better than any medicine , Lily . I'll make you a glass right now , and you'll finish it !
Don't worry about it .
interesting ! And how do you feel about decision-making ? Are you an independent thinker , or do you depend more on your superior for direction ?
That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail
Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ?
I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled
So , your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper .
But that ' ll affect the national economy .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about printing a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
Thank you for your hospitality .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
OK . Let me see . Air China has a flight on October 15th at 10:00 in the morning .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single or return ?
Single . How much ?
Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars .
OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
OK . Thank you .
Yeah , oh my god ! It ' s still there . We have our first date right on there .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then ?
You seemed to be dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
( Smile ) I can ' t believe this for it ' s been 20 years since we got married .
So do you feel happy now ?
I couldn ' t have been any happier !
Of course , we are the happiest family in the world .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
Well , I guess no one can help me but myself . For the moment , I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress .
I know your feeling . Take it easy .
Is it a very long bus ride ?
It's about thirty minutes long .
Do you know where we get off at ?
There's a bus stop right behind Macy's .
Really , there's a bus stop right by the mall ?
There's a bus stop in the mall parking lot .
That's convenient .
Absolutely .
Uh , I can see that . And Erica Falls has lost a lot of weight .
I've got something . You saw Taylor Smith ? Looks terrible , doesn't he ? I heard he ...
I see , do you speak any other languages ?
Yes , I speak a little French and Japanese .
Right here .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ?
Such as ...
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? to welcome the new year of course .
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . they always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
And may I have two more towels , please ?
No problem . We'll bring you the towels in just a minute .
Thanks .
What a relief ! I was beginning to think it was no way to get my business rolling again .
That's what we're here for , the human resources help you need , when and how you need it .
I heard one observer even said ' It was a song sung in Spanish for international football , and he made it so popular that even the Americans loved it . '
That's right . His voice ranges from the smooth sound of ballads to the highpowered rhythms of the Spanish Caribbean where he grew up . He has fan clubs across the world , from America to Russia , from England to Taiwan , from Norway to Australia .
Anything else ?
Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ?
Sure . Coming right up .
How long do you have to be there ?
Three days .
When will you be back ?
On Friday .
that makes sense .
how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ?
my absolute favorite is ice hockey .
have you ever seen a live game ?
sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch .
I've never really understood the game .
it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching .
thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ?
not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you .
that's a good idea .
let's watch the Canadian team . They have a good manager and a great coach .
That's too bad . Do you have any foreign teachers ?
Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California .
What is he like ?
He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing .
Are you able to follow him ?
Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly .
Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher .
Absolutely ! If you come to our class , I am sure you will like him .
Okay . I ' m his wife . Could you tell him to call me back when he returns ?
Sure . Does he know where to call you ?
Oh , thanks . Please tell him to call my cell-phone number .
Ok , I will .
Thank you very much .
No problem .
Maybe that's why he didn't show up at the potluck . Have you seen him ?
No , but someone said he was in the men's room puking . Follow me !
My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening .
What time does it begin ?
At eight thirty .
I'll come for you at about eight .
OK , I'll be waiting .
Do you want any fries ?
Let me get some large curly fries .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ?
Is that everything ?
That'll be all . Thanks .
You're welcome , and your total is $ 5 . 48 .
Thank you . Here you go .
What about the insurance and housing policies ?
We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance .
How often is the bonus ?
You ' ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year .
Do I have training opportunities ?
We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad .
Well , I don ' t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer .
Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days .
Ok , thank you for your time and patience .
You ' re welcome .
When ?
Ten days ago .
Could Dr . Cole like to attend the party ?
Yes , he will .
That's fine .
What about cigarettes or cigars ?
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
I'm sure they are wonderful , but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost .
Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there .
Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ?
Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place .
OK . Thank you .
You gave me a deep impression then . Can I help you ?
I ' m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position .
We have made the decision to hire you .
Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ' t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions .
I will , thank you for calling .
One of the girls in my office .
What's the occasion ?
There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme .
That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie .
Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ?
Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it .
Oh good .
Excellent , come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center , the one around the corner from my house . They have just the shop we need .
Oh , that would be very useful .
Fine , I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area , food there is pretty spicy too . Shall we try that one ?
Ok with me . You are the boss . I will meet you downstairs after work .
Please fill out the form sir .
Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ?
I'm very sorry . But Mr . Stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That will be fine .
what kind of course are you looking for ?
I need to improve my English .
do you want a one-to-one private tutor or a group class ?
I think a one-to-one course will be too expensive for me , so a group class would be fine .
have you ever considered taking one of our online courses ?
I think I prefer face-to-face instruction better .
that's fine . If you want , you can sign up for a pre-sessional interview .
what's that for ?
one of our qualified teachers will interview you so that they can find a class that suits you best .
do you have a brochure about the course that I can take home to read ?
sure . Here's a brochure about out English classes that meet in the evenings .
thanks . I'll read through it tonight and get back to you tomorrow to sign up for a course .
Remember , they want someone who works well with people . You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are .
Thanks , I'll keep that in mind .
Don't you like fish then ?
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59 . 95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml .
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
OK . And how long does it take to get a bachelor's degree ?
It can be completed in four years normally .
I see . Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
Is there anything you would like to do next time ?
Do you want to go out to eat ?
I'd like that .
So I'll see you next time .
I'm going to call you soon .
I'll talk to you later .
See you soon .
Goodbye .
$ 850 a month .
Does the rent include utilities ?
No . Utilities are extra .
Where ' s the laundry room ?
It ' s on the other side of this floor .
What ' s your rule about pets ?
We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit .
How come ?
If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ' ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ' ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ' t allow pet snakes in the apartment .
who takes care of bug control ?
We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in .
Thank you very much for taking your time . I ' m still deciding . I will call you tomorrow .
Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left .
Oh , I see them . Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu .
A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China .
Really ?
Yes , of course . It's really worth visiting .
Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities ?
It depends . In some poor , underdeveloped areas , children's education is a problem . Many kids cannot afford to go to school .
James is going to be packed off there .
That is good . He can leave you alone this time .
Just a moment , please . I'll check for you .
But you should make up your mind first .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
Well , I was wondering what the salaries are like ? I mean ... are they much lower than the corporate world ?
Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation .
Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true .
I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that .
Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move .
Yeah , I guess I am . Working at a university is really suits me .
Sales have been exceptionally good during the past twelve months .
Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ?
All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you .
Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ?
Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra .
That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this .
Thanks .
We'd like to be seated at 8p m .
Smoking or non ?
Non-smoking .
What name is the reservation under ?
My name is Paul .
Ok . Please arrive at seven forty-five . We can only hold the table until 8,15 .
That ' s what I want to say .
Can you fill it ?
I'm afraid not . The tooth is too far gone . It'll have to be taken out .
Then I might as well have it out now .
You'd better wait . The gums are swollen . Take the medicine I prescribe and come back in three days .
Your seat is in cabin No . 5 , the upper deck . It ' s near amid ship .
Can you direct the place for me ?
There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there .
I see . Thank you .
You are welcome . Have a good trip !
It's 212-331-7600 .
Okay . I'll fax the itinerary to you immediately .
You are really a hen-pecked husband .
Thank you very much . I really had a good time .
Well , thank you for coming .
So see you .
Bye .
I know cycling is always a more favorable choice than a bus . After all , it's a sport . But do you think it a pleasant experience to take in the dirty , polled air on the road ?
Well , such things are just unavoidable in a great metropolis like Beijing . I think a still more desirable benefit is psychological . Bicycling home after work can help release your stress . Life in the offices is miserable . You just sit there in a daze , gazing at the monitor and dealing with files and documents . Why don't you give a full play to your energy after work ? Enjoy the speed on the road . Just think , you are flashing past the poles with your own energy . How great !
OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ?
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
He's the only one of the several to decide this .
How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news .
I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you .
But I lost the chance .
Keep working hard , and then you will get another chance of promotion someday .
No problem , sir . What sort of time deposit account would you like to open ?
What are my choices ?
The minimum time period is three months . The longer the period , the higher the interest rate . If you withdraw your money before time is up , there are penalties .
I must say I think that is very odd . Are you absolutely certain it was her ?
Yes . yes , I am sure .
Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ?
Quite sure . I mean that hair of hers and the voice of hers .
Please sign the back of the check .
There you go .
Do you want cash back ?
Yes , please .
How much cash would you like ?
I want $ 150 .
Here ' s your $ 150 .
Thank you , and have a nice day .
At least more than 100 years old .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
I ' m not too worried about it . I always seem to find something .
Then how can you explain your behavior ?
Well , I guess I just wasn't paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That's definitely true . I'm going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
I suppose the local one .
I had my own ways of finding out . It ' s a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt .
Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you , Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK . Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next Let's sing " Happy Birthday " to Mary .
It is so very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
Oh , no . He ' s not breathing , and there ' s no pulse . Call 911 .
Hello ? Yes . Someone has passed out at Connecticut Ave . and 1st St . He isn ' t breathing and does not have a pulse . Yes . My friend is performing CPR . OK . Thank you . They ' re sending an ambulance . Here , let me help .
Ok well , you let me know your schedule and I ' ll book a ticket for you .
Ok . Thanks for that !
We're identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else !
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father .
I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was ment to be .
I ' m not happy about it , either .
Who voted for him ?
I guess the people wanted him as our new leader .
That ' s the dumbest thing that I ' Ve ever heard .
I have to tell you something else that you probably won ' t like .
What could be worse than what you just told me ?
I wasn ' t serious , because Obama got elected .
That ' s fantastic ! You really got me there .
OK . Don ' t let it get to you . Goodbye .
Is there anything I should do ?
You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while .
Should I take some medicine ?
Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please .
It's very kind of you .
You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery . Goodbye .
What kind of things did you learn ?
She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do .
Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ?
If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it .
You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ?
She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined .
I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students .
Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Really ? Doesn ' t every teacher have a teacher ' s pet ?
Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ' t treat me any differently . She really didn ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Do you know what she is doing now ?
As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ' s book .
Have you ever read one of the books ?
Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books .
Why don ' t you recommend one to me ?
ok ! I ' ll bring one to you next time .
That's nice . Where have you been ?
I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco .
Are you busy now ?
No . Why ?
How about a coffee in that cafe ?
Great . Let's talk over coffee .
Oh , how wonderful ! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys .
I'll surely make introductions for them .
I have been accepted by Oxford University on PhD .
My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University .
I really appreciate your kind words .
Yes , it's the right size , but it weighs too much .
Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ?
It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking .
Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it .
I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ?
Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ?
Oh , I'm sorry . Here's the lid . Yes , it comes with the pan .
How were your scores in university ?
They are above 90 . I ' m in the upper third of my class . I have worked hard at my major subject .
That's great . When are you starting ?
Probably in a week or two . I'll let you know .
That's right . It's normal if you don't often take the plane . Just relax a little bit .
Why this happens to me when I am on the plane ? I feel bad .
Don't worry , sir . It's just because of the lower pressure .
What should I do about it ?
You may feel much better if you chew some gum or peanuts .
OK , thanks . Does it work really ? I'll give a try .
Are you feeling better now ? Do you need some pills ?
Much better . Thank you . I just feel tired but I can't fall asleep .
So , you'd better wear this eyeshade and you will sleep well .
I am not used to wearing that . Thanks .
If you try to adapt yourself to your destination's local time , you'll feel more comfortable . So please try to sleep , and have meals according to Los Angeles's time .
Thank you so much .
You are welcome . Please press the button when you need any help .
It ' s a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks . You should stick with one for the whole evening .
I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ' t think I ' Ve see you drunk .
I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints .
You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ' m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ' t ' want another bad hangover .
Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ?
Yeah . That ' s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine .
Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ' s the money .
Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ?
Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ...
... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not .
Yes . I ' m looking forward to it .
True , I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on , even when you show up to class in sweatpants . Tell me , how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning ?
Not funny .
Just bring me three bottles each of Jim Beam and Perrier .
Okay , sir . Three of each . Would you like anything else ?
The fruit basket was great . I need a few more apples , please .
Perrier , Jim Beam , and apples . Is that it for now ?
Yes , one last thing
Your order will be brought to you momentarily , sir .
Where did you transfer from ?
I was at PCC before .
Why did you transfer ?
I was going to go here first , but my grades weren ' t good enough .
Did you like it at PCC ?
PCC is an incredible school .
Well , I wish you luck here .
I ' m sure I ' ll like it here .
OK . Just think for a bit . I'll go help another customer . I'll be right back .
She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we'll find someone eventually !
If you want to be macho , order a double shot of espresso .
Now you're talking . That sounds good . What is it ?
Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia . European countries are relatively small . France looks quite big in Europe , but compared to many countries in other continents , it ' s not very large at all .
Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world .
The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used . Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest .
Well , we are so tired today . Can you tell me which bus I should take ?
Bus No . 12 .
Thank you so much .
Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ' t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The tow just don ' t go together .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
Wow , you're not kidding . Hold on a second . Hello , could you give us a hand , please ?
Yes madam . I will give you the small one .
Fine .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon
Bye , Jason .
How far is it ?
About a mile and a half .
How long does it take to get there ?
5 minutes or so .
Is it close to the subway station ?
Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there .
Thanks a lot .
It will begin at five thirty .
I am frigid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
See you .
See you .
I see . Wait a minute , please .
( 2 minutes later ) Mr . Lin , Mr . Charles can see you now . This way , please .
I'm glad to hear that . In case he's not insured , the hospital will never accepts any patient .
So what items must be involved in this report ?
First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year .
Yeah , is that all ?
Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events .
That's too complicated .
And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report .
Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ?
I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports .
But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ?
OK , no problem . But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time .
Yes . My face even ached in the icy wind .
What happened afterwards ?
I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was .
Poor girl !
No , I don't think so .
Glasses ?
No .
What about his hair ?
Black or dark brown .
Long or short ? Straight ? Curly ?
Straight , I think , and about average length
Boy , this sure doesn't help us much . It could be anybody . How about his cloth ? What was he wearing ?
Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ' d be doing something different and not working .
Do you think so ? I ' m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ?
I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers !
That doesn ' t sound too bad . I ' d certainly like to go diving . That ' s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean .
We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like .
We ' d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ' s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow .
It looks like I might have convinced you to go to Australia !
Which hotel are they staying at ?
They are staying at the Hilton Hotel .
The seats are excellent . We're right in the center .
It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great .
I can't agree more .
Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ?
In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents .
Do you have large concert halls in your city ?
We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller .
That's great . Well , we'd better get back to our seats . It's about to start .
I hope so .
Hum ...
Honest , flexible and easy-going .
What leadership qualities did you develop as an administrative personnel ?
I feel that learning how to motivate people and to work together as a team will be the major goal of my leadership .
How do you normally handle criticism ?
Silence is golden . Just don't say anything ; otherwise the situation could become worse . I do , however , accept constructive criticism .
What do you find frustrating in a work situation ?
Sometimes , the narrow-minded people make me frustrated .
How do you handle your conflict with your colleagues in your work ?
I will try to present my ideas in a more clear and civilized manner in order to get my points across .
To secure employment hopefully with your company .
How long would you like to stay with this company ?
I will stay as long as I can continue to learn and to grow in my field .
I don ' t buy into that . I think it ' s just a fad . Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will be into wear-wolves or zombies !
Yes , that's all .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be treated seriously ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever .
And have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
I used to take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size that I am now !
well , do you think I could leave a message for him ?
Certainly .
He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course !
Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently .
Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended .
Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday !
But of course ! Well , it ' s been great talking to you , but I have to get going .
Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee !
That would be great ! Give me a call !
See you soon ! Bye ! Egg ... I can ' t stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter .
How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ?
I am leaving in two weeks .
So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards .
Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ?
Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ' clock . Is that ok ?
7 is fine with me .
Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty .
I'll be waiting .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ?
I have absolutely nothing so far .
You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ?
Yes , where should we go from here ?
Focus on being relaxed and open , don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about . I'm sure you'll do well .
I see . Will you bring a lot of money with you ?
Not really . I plan to bring some cash and withdraw money at the ATM in Japan .
Do you have the bank card in Japan ?
Nope . You can use the credit card to withdraw the money in foreign countries .
That sounds really convenient . Do you pay extra money to enjoy this service ?
No . It is free of charge .
Great ! I will apply for a credit card when I go to the bank later .
I think we are running out of time . The bank is going to close soon .
I'll have my brother cut some for you .
This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ?
That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon !
Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ?
Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life !
And how about these little brown chips ?
Oh , that's deer horn . That helps you ... umm , how should I put it ?
It's OK .
It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard .
I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color .
Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it .
When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ?
Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday .
Didn ' t you tell him you have an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I ' Ve finish in five minutes . and I didn ' t want to be difficult about just few minutes , if I hadn ' t been missing the bus and in the traffic I wouldn ' t have been so late . I ' m sorry .
Well . You ' re here .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Let me see . Akha . No , I guess I ' ll be free .
Well , why not dine out together and go to the moves .
Sounds like a good idea .
Ok . I ' l l pick you up at 6 o ' clock .
Thank you for your inviting me . See you then . Bye Tom .
Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears .
All right .
About two years now .
Management decided to give him four brand new white shirts . That's their way of telling him that his new style of dressing down is not quite acceptable .
I just hope the priest makes it quick . I ' m starving . I hope the food ' s good at the reception .
That ' s all you ever think about , food ! Oh , I think the bride ' s coming now ! She looks gorgeous . Wait , what ' s she doing ? Where ' s she going ?
Oh great ! Does this mean that the reception is canceled ?
And each file should be named clearly , either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals .
Correct .
A card index is very important in the filing system . It is a most helpful friend to a secretary , so it must be kept handy and up to date .
Yes , prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office .
Do I have to pay an installation fee ?
Lucky for you , this month we aren ' t charging our normal installation fee . You are saving yourself 100 bucks right there ! And we ' ll throw in this pen drive !
Awesome !
Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy .
How do you feel when you practice yoga ?
Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot .
But it will help you keep fit .
Sure . But more importantly , I can have peace of mind .
It depends . So you must be careful buying second-hand goods .
I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ?
None that I can think of .
Well , would you like to go ?
Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass .
All right . Another time then .
By the way , how long is my probation ?
Generally it is 6 months and during this period you are half-paid .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
But sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse the blow , you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded .
OK , I will blow .
Your BAC exceeds legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle .
Oh , no !
Now , if you'll just sign here .
No problem .
I hope you enjoy your purchase . Good-bye .
I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away .
Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some .
Thanks , but tomorrow's payday I can make until then . Thanks any-way .
In three years your lease will be up .
Can I move out before those three years ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why would you keep it ?
I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract .
I get it now .
I hope that I cleared things up for you .
Can't be greater . If you ride on bumpy , hilly roads , a mountain bike is what you need . But if you just ride comfortably along the city lanes , you might choose a road bike .
Are they designed differently ?
A road bike features skinny tires and a light-weight frame . Its riding position puts you bent over the handlebars . It's not particularly beefy in construction , and generally , it won't stand up well under heavy loads or on really rough surfaces . In contrast , mountain bikes have wide tires and a stout frame . You sit higher on them and don't have to hunched over .
I see . Thanks for your drive .
I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others .
That ' s possible , but I ' m not sure it would really happen like that .
I'm quite sure . I've always loved working with children .
She wants to be a manager .
What classes does she take ?
She takes classes in accounting and business .
Why ?
I have a lot of work to do in the company recently .
How is your family ?
Pretty fine , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ' s two o ' clock . I must go now .
OK , see you next time .
See you .
Fujisan Province .
There are a lot of people from China visiting right now .
It's not surprising . Our school year just ended , and a lot of Chinese are on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay ?
About half a month .
All right . Here's your passport . Welcome to Australia .
Thank you .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
Sounds good . I will do it in a jiffy . OK ! Let's put our heads together .
You said it . We can also find some helpful advice from some experts .
Terrific !
Well , it looks very nice .
Thanks .
I know where the C building is .
Do you mind telling me where it is ?
Of course , which room number is it ?
Number 261 .
I actually have a class right around there .
Can you please show me ?
I can do that .
Huh ? I can't hear you , the music's too loud .
Let's go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that's why I'm here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That's good . It's good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don't mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I'll do it in a park .
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
Does this suit come in other color ?
Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown .
How much is the brown one ?
US $ 138 .
Then I'll take it .
I can't stand riding the bus .
Me too , it's so unreliable .
That is true .
It's also horrible having to be at a bus stop in any kind of weather .
Exactly . That ' s the worst part .
I think it's time we started driving .
Yes , I agree .
Well , keep a low profile .
Please hurry .
Here it is .
Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork .
I need to use a pen .
Here you go .
Thank you very much .
Thank you . Now turn in your application at Window B .
Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it .
The only two drivers will be Mary and I .
If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ?
Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ?
OK , but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest .
My manager jumped on me for my mistake today .
You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing .
I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well .
You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done .
But I doubt myself .
Cheer up ! Don't let me down . We all make mistakes , and that is life .
He said you obviously prefer Greek comedies to Greek tragedies .
Thank you !
Well , I think that's the only thing I can do .
I see . Where can I get the food ?
Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables . The hot dishes are on the other side .
Do I need to pay extra charges for drinks like cola and juice ?
Not for soft drinks . But we charge ten yuan for each alcohol order .
You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ?
I think he might . You'd better go to his office .
You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic .
Good luck !
What function does this watch have ?
Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun .
Sounds good .
In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof .
How long is the guarantee ?
We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty .
How much does the pair cost ?
2,200 $ .
It is a bit expensive . But it is worth buying one's favorite . I will take them .
Here you go . Can I deposit some into my account and take some in cash ? I need 1,000 RIB for my expenses , you see .
That's no problem . Could you please sign here ? Here's the 1,000 RIB in cash , your passport back , and the remaining balance has been deposited in your account .
Don ' t worry about how many papers there are . We are going to look at them one at a time .
My boyfriend is an attorney and told me that I could fax him anything if I had a question .
Please get any outside help that you need in understanding your escrow documents .
Is this the last thing that I will need to do before the house becomes mine ?
At the close of escrow , the house will be yours !
But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ?
Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule .
My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ?
Yes .
Great . Here it is .
Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ?
Yes , please . Thank you very much .
It'll be great to have you again .
Thank you very much .
It's just a formality , but for hire purchase we usually require references .
What kind of references do you need ?
Perhaps your employer could supply us with one .
I'm sure he could , but I prefer not to bother him . Would my bank do ?
Certainly . A simple letter from your bank would be quite satisfactory .
Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation .
There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners .
Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
You should admit your weakness frankly .
Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best .
You must have confidence in yourself .
Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ?
If you take a 75 % position in the venture , we would take a back seat to you .
The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future .
I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes .
I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems .
What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ?
I found some fairly major problems . A major support beam in the roof is broken , and the shower floor leaked and rotted out the second-floor joist .
That ' s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match .
That ' s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle .
That ' s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played .
Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ' ll play inside , OK ?
I agree with you . I think we ' ll play much better than before .
Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic .
Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ?
Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ' m not the boss . Just kidding .
Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ?
Yeah , what ' s up ?
Don ' t you think she looks like your daughter ?
I also have a doubt . Oh , kill me softly , she is May .
State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details .
Never should you give an answer completely beside the point .
If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly .
Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule .
Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly .
Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can .
It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer .
Five hundred dollars , so you pay ten dollars for the insurance , that's two percent of the total value of the article .
Here's a check for ten dollars .
I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station .
I will . Thank you .
Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need .
Wow ! That sounds like pure luxury .
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
Yes . I've already put it in my suitcase .
Pack some necessary medicine in your carry-on .
I almost forget it . Thank you !
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ' t make good on your rent .
If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ?
You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter .
I will go get the money right now .
Thank you . Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier ' s check .
I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent .
Is that Mr . Edna Kent ?
That's right .
What number are you calling from , please ?
From code 513 , 432-6748 .
And the number in Japan , please ?
Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 .
Hold the line , please . I'll put your call through .
Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ?
I'd recommend going back to the 3rd party , personally this time , and discussing what exactly it is they aren't happy with . Hopefully you can reach some sort of agreement , which is viable for everyone .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
What did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
Sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
How could it be ?
While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
You didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak !
No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots .
Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you .
I know , but chocolate cake is even better .
Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now .
Well , actually , I don't mind eating carrots , but chocolate cakes are much better . You know I was born with a sweet tooth .
Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ?
Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ?
Is it ready to be picked up ?
I believe so .
No problem . I'll do that for you .
I really appreciate you doing this for me .
It's no problem at all .
Keep your eyes on the road ! No music ! We are coming up to a red light , step on the brakes . What are you doing ? I said the brakes ! Look out for those people ! Get off the sidewalk !
Get out of my way ! This is just like playing video games !
It ' s the police ! Pull over !
They ' ll never take me alive !
Maybe it ' s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ' t be sure until I see a doctor .
Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ' t get it when I was a kid and I ' Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult !
Are you serious ? You always blow things out of proportion . In any case , I think I ' ll go take an oatmeal bath .
I know .
What is there besides coffee ?
I warmed a couple of snails , and your eggs are in the frying pan .
Oh , my God . It's nearly eight , I have no time to have breakfast now . My watch says seven fifty .
Don't worry . It's only ten to seven . You must have forgotten to set your watch back .
Yes , it was . The clock on the wall says eight to seven .
Yeah . Keep on eating your breakfast . You can catch the early bus .
Gee . I could have slept another hour .
It's huge !
Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room .
There must be about 50 computers in here .
Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium .
Do I have to take gym ?
Mr . : Just like everyone else .
If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview .
Yes , you are right .
If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing .
Sure . Why didn't I think of that ?
So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview .
Then how can I make the appointment ?
You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview .
Ok , I see .
If you succeed in doing that , you must attend the interview on time .
UCLA accepted me !
Really ?
I ' m not joking . I got accepted !
I ' m so happy for you !
UCLA was my second choice , but I ' m happy knowing I ' Ve been accepted .
I am really proud of you .
You have no idea how proud I am of myself .
Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population .
Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here .
How much are they ?
This one is 2300 dollars . Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ?
If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ?
Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this .
Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac .
Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it .
Let's go ask about it .
Here you go ?
Do you have a credit card with us ?
No I don't .
If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today .
Not today . Thanks though .
No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know .
Sure .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ?
Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day .
Great . Thanks for your help .
Thank you , and have a great day .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
Nothing . It's free .
Is that yellow bus it ?
Let's go sit in the back . All the cool kids do .
Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon .
We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job .
Thank you for your interview .
You didn't make this purchase ?
I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large .
Sorry . When was this purse purchased ?
It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3
We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this .
In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ?
No . We'll take care of everything .
What's tomorrow ?
More sales !
Thank you .
Thank god ! A car's leaving . It's my turn !
But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood .
I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much .
Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ?
I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you .
Would you like to dancing tonight ?
I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart .
I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day .
How about the seaside ?
Anything you say , honey .
Are you busy on the 24th ?
24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time .
Ok .
you're dancing so well .
you dance beautifully too .
when did you learn to dance ?
in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ?
it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz .
how about tango ?
oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ?
Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot .
thank you for the dance .
my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink .
ok .
Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already .
Sure , that will be thirty-two dollars please .
It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ?
Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes .
Take your time , please .
Not really . I ' d really like to try golf , though .
Please type the amount you would like to withdraw . Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 .
No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No !
Confirmed . Thank you for using our bank ! Please remove your card from the slot . Goodbye !
They do give bonuses at the end of the year for the employees with highest productivity numbers , but frankly , it's not much of an incentive . They give us a bonus of ten dollars .
That's just wrong ! why don't you just quit ?
I would , but I'm afraid I would't be able to find another job . I don't have very many job marketable skills , there aren't so many jobs that I'm qualified for .
it sounds like any job will be better than the one you have now !
I ' m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible .
Why do you leave your present company ?
I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ' s worthwhile to come here to work .
Why did you pick this organization ?
I'm very much interested in the position .
What made you decide to join our company ?
I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours .
Certainly , would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you give me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure , I'll be back in a minute .
Well , now we're stuck . What can we do ?
I don't know .
I've heard that when this happens , it's important to save energy .
What do you mean ?
We're stranded here , Tom . We may be here a long time . We need to conserve the gas in the car . The car's energy is what will keep us warm .
I have plenty of gas .
Yes , but the gas and the battery both have to stay working . We can't just let the car run and run . If we do , it will die soon . Then we'll freeze .
So what can we do ?
Turn the lights off . Then , run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour . That will conserve the heat as long as possible .
Alright . That's a good idea .
I wish we hadn't come up here . Now we'll probably be here for days .
Days ?
Yes , it happens . That is what happens in big snowstorms . People get stranded for days .
Oh , my God ! It's good we have food .
Probably we'll survive . But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes . Then we'll turn it on again .
Okay , I'll follow your advice .
Actually , I haven ' t been to the states but I have been to Canada .
No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ?
Will it take long ?
No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ...
Is it out ?
Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look !
Well , really ! That was wonderful ! I felt no pain at all . Thank you , doctor .
Then one to New York at ten thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
15 dollars . And for a hard one , only 6 dollars .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Next left then right ? OK .
Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ?
Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast .
Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks .
Thank you for calling .
Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too .
You ?
Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together .
I didn't know you could exercise .
What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise !
Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth .
No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school . And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym .
You're going to lift weights ? Hah !
Are you laughing at me ?
I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights .
Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low .
It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish . That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter .
So I need to do something too .
But lifting weights isn't the best thing . You should do some kind of aerobic exercise .
I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting . Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ?
It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ...
What ?
I'm still just surprised you really want to do it . It doesn't seem to go with your character .
If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher .
Then how about the current account ?
You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book .
Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account .
OK . Do you have your ID card on you ?
Yes .
Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Madam , the manager says can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Madam . If you can find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Madam .
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well .
I'm glad you say so . You dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got you as a partner .
Thank you for your compliments . It's just you are a good leader . Do you like the foxtrot and tango ?
Yes . And what dances do you like best ?
Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's hidden feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll nor break-dancing .
Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance .
My pleasure .
Uh-huh .
But I ' m just in it for the money , right ? How else am I going to be able to afford to keep taking Angela to the movies ? Besides , I love the smell of gasoline , don ' t you ?
maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
how so ?
he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
poor Mary ! She really liked him .
anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
do you think they ' ll get back together ?
no , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
so do I .
It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on .
How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs !
You are a lost cause .
Coffee , please .
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again .
Oh , Miss Anna ! That's too hard ! I won't be here long .
By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together .
Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me .
Thank you . It ' s very kind of you .
Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out .
Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work .
That's fine . I'll be waiting for you .
See you later .
Bye .
Only ten percent of taxes included in the bill .
Then 100 US dollars covers everything , doesn't it ?
It sure does .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Thanks for saying . Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ?
With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect .
Thanks for helping out . Now that I ' m ready , what are you doing tonight ?
Not much , just a house party with some friends .
Sounds fun . Anyone I know ?
Yeah , most of the people are from our office .
Sounds Like I'm missing out on a good time . Oh , well , there is always next year .
I ' m sure you ' ll have fun no matter where you go . Remember to take your bag .
Only 2 dollars and 25 cents .
I'm glad that you see it that way .
Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you .
Thank you so much , Lisa !
Well , I guess I just wasn ' t paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That ' s definitely true . I ' m going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them .
Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ?
I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk .
Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends .
Oh , I'm eager to have a try .
I'm getting by OK . I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new invoking Internet division .
Really . For me too .
It's a promise .
I'm going to try to find a place near the office .
Where are you living now ?
Out in the suburbs . It ' s a long trip to work every day .
How are you going to find an apartment ?
I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads .
Apartments in the city are expensive .
I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management .
Thank you . I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out !
Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it . Please step over there . How would you like your hair cut today ?
Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long . But I want the same style .
I recommend you leave it a little long on top . But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now .
Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation .
So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ?
Fine .
And do you usually part your hair along here ?
Yes .
Alright , I know just what to do . Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends .
Yes , I know my hair is quite thin . It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair .
The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy .
I don't know what to do about it .
Well , there are two things you can do . First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally . That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends . Second , buy a g
Do you sell conditioner here ?
Of course . I have one I can suggest .
Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak .
The problem is the split ends .
Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ' s . It ' s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords .
I ' m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar .
In that case , I ' d suggest a steel-string guitar . The best one we have is the Ovation .
This one ' s a little too expensive for me . I ' d prefer something cheaper for now . When I ' Ve learned to play , I might get a better one .
In that case , how about this one ? It ' s inexpensive but it ' s still well made and easy to play .
Hmm . All right , I ' ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well .
You should also get a couple of guitar picks .
Oh , right . Thanks for your help .
Don ' t mention it .
Thank you .
Anything else , Mr . Smith ?
No more , thank you very much .
Tarzan .
Can we get tickets now ?
I am afraid not . Tomorrow is premiere .
Oh , honey , I think you've caught a cold , you should get a shot .
What's the rate , please ?
578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV .
Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ?
Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not .
OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ?
Would you like to confirm the reservation ?
I have a menu from your restaurant . I ' ll order using the number of each meal from your menu .
That ' s fine .
I ' d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 .
What size ?
Medium , please .
When will you come to pick up your order ?
I ' ll be there in about an hour .
That will be fine . We ' ll have your meals ready when you arrive . Thank you for your order .
Now that's a plus !
Yes , it's Mr . Brown .
Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ?
Oh , this is just fine .
Please take a seat .
Thank you .
Here is the menu .
Seventy to sixty-seven .
You ' re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ' ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ' ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some
What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you !
Ah ! Not on me ! Ow !
Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one .
Okay , they'll be ready for you in an hour .
It's a football game the school team plays at home . The dance and reunions are usually that night , too .
I don ' t mind , but I like girls with long hair .
We have different tastes . I like girls with short hair . I like tall girls-probably because I ' m so tall myself .
Have you ever dated a girl taller than you ?
No , never . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever met a girl taller than me ! Have you gained weight recently ?
Yes , I have . Perhaps I should go to the gym , like that girl ' s boyfriend .
I'm getting a bit plump myself . Perhaps I ' ll go with you .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . They think that is must be poor quality if it ' s that cheap .
You won't be able to tell the difference with a magnifying glass .
... Okay , I'm through . Here's the form and my old card .
Very good . You can pick up your order in one week .
Now that I think of it , three days is better than seven .
We can do that , but you'll have to pay a little extra .
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ?
That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up .
I am still young . And I'm growing every minute .
Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope .
I love running . Anything else ?
Please change your clothes first !
I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me .
Sorry , but no jeans here .
Oh , that's the only place where jeans are not popular . I'd better just go home .
I bet nobody will care about it .
Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ?
I ' d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field .
Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well .
That ' s great idea . Do you have the email address of human resource managers at any banks ?
Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
Well , I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends .
You might want to change your plans . With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow , the roads are going to be rather slippery .
I suppose I should . I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions . Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon .
If you're lucky , it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day !
If that happens , then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies .
That sounds like fun .
Hey , look outside ! It's started to drizzle !
English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought .
Thank you , sir . Hope to see you again soon .
I'm not one for the games .
Let's play other game .
What about playing go ?
OK .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
How about this floor lamp ?
Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ' m so tired !
We still need to find an armoire and a dresser .
Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things .
Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ' ll also get a bean bag and a dining set .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
Actually , I'd forgotten about it .
Forgotten about it ? How could you ?
Because I'm not Christian , I'm Jewish .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I'm Christian .
I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ?
Well , I'll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that's not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I'll just enjoy the holiday break .
Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ?
Not at all . A party is a party . I'll be happy to come .
That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me .
Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable !
Oh , all right . Have him come over here for dinner . But you get to make dinner !
You should take it twice a day .
Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ?
You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ' t drink alcohol with this medication .
Should I expect any side effects ?
Sometimes you might feel dizzy , but that isn ' t common .
T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ?
It means ' telegraphic transfer ' . So , if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere , to anywhere in the world .
We all keep our shoes on indoors .
Where are your parents ?
They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves .
That's great !
You ' re welcome .
5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks .
Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ?
That would be perfect , thank you .
Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago .
So , what was the best thing about your trip ?
Oh , that's difficult to say . But I guess I liked Nashville the best .
Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together .
Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ?
Shoot !
Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company . As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ?
I don't see a problem .
Good ! Do you have any questions ?
Thank you for saying so .
As a matter of fact , you are really a terrific photographer .
It also means that people sometimes fight over the famp 3land that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
What does it say ?
According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style .
Like disco ?
Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance .
And disco a kind of nightclub .
Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ...
So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it . And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether .
You are witty .
And ?
So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks .
And it's a brick ?
Yes .
I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ?
I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store . If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new .
So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic .
Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products . Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new .
But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ?
He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen .
Aha ! Now I understand . You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk . So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated !
C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it . We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box .
That's no problem . He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy . And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from . Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around . So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you . Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks .
You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ?
Mr . Lee in Room 1234 .
What do you do then ?
I'm a clerk in a shop .
If you got a smaller car , the cost should be a little less depending on the model , age , and size . Would you still want full coverage ?
Yes .
What makes is so great ?
It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances .
What appliances are you talking about ?
The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser .
May I take a look inside ?
Take a look inside .
It's very nice . I'd like to purchase this refrigerator .
Thanks , Dan .
What are you going to do now , George ?
I ' m going to paint it .
What colour are you going to paint it ?
I ' m going to paint it pink .
Pink !
This bookcase isn ' t for me . It ' s for my daughter , Susan . Pink ' s her favorite colour .
It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK .
How about Flymo ? It's selling well .
Do you have a warranty on it ?
Of course . The warranty period is one year .
If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ?
Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you .
OK . I'll take one .
It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure .
Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that . Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ?
You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired .
It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy .
Yes , that's right . Having an enjoyable time together is the goal .
My wife and me . The two of us .
100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan .
Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan .
Here are your two receipts .
Thanks . What shall I do then ?
Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you .
Oh , I guess I'm a little confused .
We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip .
Thanks a lot .
What's the movie about ?
I'm not sure .
Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ?
I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities .
Yeah , she is great . I also admire her for her concern about society .
It ' s beautiful but crowded .
Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off .
Is he ok ?
It looks like it , he ' s getting up .
I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team .
The Giants ?
Yeah .
Well , here we go again .
What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ?
The Redskin ' s quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points . We ' re losing again .
Totally cool colors !
And it says that it sleeps .
Yes , if we're busy . I'm paid double-time if I work at weekends .
It ' s a felony charge .
I ' d be glad to help .
How much do you charge ?
My rate is $ 150 an hour .
That ' s highway robbery .
I don ' t know what to tell you .
Okay . You ' re hired .
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff . and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
I understand .
Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season .
But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter .
Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out .
I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery .
That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration .
You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands .
But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us .
All right . We'll get in touch with our producers and see what they have to say .
I doubt it . It's not rush hour .
That's a relief .
I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems .
what ' s wrong with is ?
she says that after several years of use , it ' s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise .
household appliance don ' t seem to last for a long time nowadays .
I think it ' s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models . Because they know that we will buy the new models , the appliances don ' t need to last more than five or ten year
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should exercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class ?
Yes , maybe I should .
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
My computer shows that it has already been mailed .
I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ?
You should try contacting your post office .
If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ?
You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension .
Thank you for all your help .
You are very welcome . Have a good day .
It wasn ' t there .
I guess it is lost .
Will you be getting another copy ?
Yes , we will .
Could you reserve a copy for me ?
I can do that .
That ' s great . Thanks a lot .
Tell me about Corollas .
Sure . It has 1 . 8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16 . 000 .
Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ?
You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere .
I am serious . $ 15,000 .
Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do .
No . Just talk to your manager and let me know .
Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 .
The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats .
You are really tough . You got a deal .
Thanks !
That's all right .
Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help .
No problem . Hope to see you again soon .
Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake .
You're glad he saved me , huh ?
Absolutely ! Bob and his whole family are welcome here any time !
I see . What if the person wanted is out ?
In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message .
Is there anything else I should do ?
Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order .
All right .
If you have any questions . I will help you .
Thank you .
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me .
What is your impression of your present company ?
Very good .
What would your current colleague say about you ?
They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker .
Yes , I do .
Do some children go on to university ?
Yes , they do .
What examinations do they take first ?
O levels and A levels .
How long do you usually stay at university ?
Three or four years .
I come from America . Are you a freshman ?
Yes . What about you ?
Me , too .
Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends .
Yeah . Anytime .
Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time .
OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 .
Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ?
It's John .
Thank you very much . Bye .
sounds interesting . Where did you get the idea ?
as you know , table manners in China are quite different from those of Westerners .
absolutely . that's because both of us have distinctive cultural features .
for example , in China , it's okay to talk while eating . However , you may regard it as rude .
yes . this must be a huge difference .
can you think of anything else ?
sure . We tend to think that the slower on eats , the more polite one seems .
I didn't know that before .
and we never sip or slurp the soup loudly . we quietly like little mouthfuls .
i got it . i'll bear it in mind .
don't worry . i'm sure our etiquette will become a natural part of your behavior as time goes by .
I hope so .
2 nights , how much does it cost ?
A single room costs you $ 85 / day .
Does the charge include everything ?
Yes .
Do you require a deposit ?
No , You can pay when you check out .
I ' ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
fine , we ' ll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We ' re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
ok , let ' s go then !
do you have any money ?
for what ?
for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
you said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her .
No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen .
It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids .
My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us . If it wasn't disciplining them enough , then we were disciplining them too much . She also complained about the food we fed them , the schools we sent them too , and everything else under the sun .
You said she used to ? How did you stop her ?
We basically sat her down and told her how we felt about her constant criticizing , and how we welcomed her advice but hoped she'd let us do our things . She understood , and now everything is a lot more peaceful .
That sounds like a good idea . I'll have to try that .
I second .
motion carried . Now , next on our agenda is our budget review . Margaret , can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands ?
I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week . We've had the review board going over everything , and they have come up with a final review . Here's a copy for everyone , and if you have any questions , you can talk to me after the meeting . Basically , the budget review has been completed , with maybe a few polishing details left .
What kind of action is required ?
If everyone could take a look at the final review handout , if there're any objections or corrections , let me know . Next week , we can cast the final approval .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
I will be depositing cash .
How much would you like to deposit ?
It ' s going to be $ 300 .
What account would you like to deposit that into ?
Could you deposit that into my checking account , please ?
Can I do anything else for you today ?
That ' ll be all . Thank you very much .
OK .
Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can .
Hey !
Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible .
Got it .
How much do I need to pay ?
I ' m going to need $ 5 . 00 .
That ' s not too expensive .
It isn ' t .
Here ' s the $ 5 . 00 .
Thank you .
No problem . Have a good one .
That ' s the really hard to say . I think most people earn about two thousand dollars a month , if you convert the money from our currency into dollars .
So your country is fairly rich .
I think we are richer than most countries , but not as rich as countries in western Europe . Our biggest problem at the moment is unemployment , which is roughly 8 % . It has doubled over the last four years .
Unemployment in my country is a fraction of that .
Okay . I will book this flight .
Your passport , please .
Here you are .
Good , any other clues ?
I remembered there is a very busy street several miles away . I waited for the traffic light for a very long time .
Oh , is there a bank near there , Standard Charted possibly ?
Oh , yeah , I got it , there is a bank My friend exchanged her money there .
That's the second branch hotel of Hilton . Walk straight down and you will see the bookstore you just mentioned . Turn left , I believe , you will get it .
Great ! Many thanks !
All right , It's a date .
You can take No . I bus or a taxi .
Excuse me , sir . Where is the No . 1 bus stop ?
Please turn right at the traffic lights .
Thank you very much .
I didn't hear anything about it .
Can you go ?
What time ?
It starts at 8 o'clock .
I'll go .
I hope that I'll see you there .
No doubt .
My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home .
Oh , Yes ?
It's true , sir .
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Not really , especially at the beginning , if you wear high heels all day long , your feet would hurt . But , no big deal . Women can always get used to that .
It's not a simple thing to be beautiful .
Sure . But everyone loves to be beautiful . Hey , do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well ?
Yeah , very tasteful . And with them , you look even more fashionable . Oh , there are so many French perfumers . Oops , perfumes for guys ? So strange !
Come on . Fashion is not only for women . Men also share the equal right to chase fashion . It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes , which is called cologne .
Oh , really , that's really something new . I'm afraid not everyone can accept it .
It takes time for that . But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly .
That's true . Well , it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing . So , do you spend all your money on it ?
No . Fashion is just part of my life , which improves its quality . But also , I'm good at financing . I have a credit card , but I never overdraft .
How is it that you are my mom's sis ? You two are so different . She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns . You do so much better than her .
I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits .
That's OK .
Bring me the menu , please .
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . we need a record of you education and your work experiences .
Yes , I have my driver's license .
Fine .
I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ?
Look on the rack to your right .
Oh , yes . Just show me where the fitting rooms are now . I can't wait to try this on .
I realize that , but I am not guilty .
Is that right ?
I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed .
Who is the guilty party ?
I ' ll tell you if you let me go .
I ' d be glad to make a deal with you .
I am willing to tell you that information .
I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos .
I guess that one-piece isn't too bad , either . ( to be continued )
Sorry , not tonight !
In that case , you'd better have it registered .
Will I be informed when my friend gets the letter ?
Yes , when your friend gets it , he'll sign a receipt , which will be sent to you by mail . Then you can be sure it's been received .
All right , I'll have it registered , then .
That leak is a problem for my water bill .
What you would like me to do about it ?
The leak must be fixed .
I won ' t be able to fix it at the moment .
I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet .
If that ' s the case , then I will fix the faucet .
Thanks for understanding .
Sure , very difficult .
I am very grateful for your advice .
It's my pleasure to talk with you .
How much ? Last week I save $ 10 on food .
I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Windows , Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel .
What computer languages have you learned ?
Visual C + + , C and Delphi .
Have you gotten any special training in programming ?
No , but I have database programming experience and network knowledge .
We prefer non-smoking section .
I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ?
How long a wait do you think there ' ll be ?
I think about ten minutes .
Ok , we'll wait a while .
I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me .
Thank you .
This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ?
Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please .
Yes , and what would you like to drink ?
One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please .
Would you like a dessert ?
What special kind of desserts do you have ?
Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding .
Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course .
All right . I'll bring your soup right away .
Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with " Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ?
Great , okay . " Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine " .
That's great ...
" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "
Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her .
Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with " All the best , Tracy " .
Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with " Yours Sincerely " . That's more professional .
Oh , Melanie , you are a life saver , thank you !
Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely !
Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely !
Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting !
Why not ?
Can you see that road side help ?
Yes , We are going to across real road .
That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away .
What other signs what we see in road area like this ?
There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children !
What about the performance itself ?
Oh , it's a reserved opera named ' The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven ' .
Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite .
It surely is . And the cast is really the best .
Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ?
The price varies according to the seats . 300 for the front , 200 for the middle , and 50 for the back . Which kind would you like ?
Two for the front . One last thing , are there any English subtitles for the show ?
Yes , we have subtitles both in Chinese and English on the big-screen just beside the stage .
Terrific . May I stop by to get that two tickets tomorrow afternoon ?
Sure . And our theater is located on Liberty Avenue , just opposite the biggest guitar store . Can I have your name ?
B . S-H-I-R-L-E-Y .
Got it . Thanks for calling . Bye .
I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice .
I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup .
Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass .
It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal .
I love this wine ! It goes very well with the chicken .
Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ?
Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 .
What time do the special rates apply ?
Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir .
I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room .
Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ?
This is Mr . Ma in room 215 .
OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards .
Thanks very much for your help .
You're welcome . Bye .
Bye .
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also .
You've got it .
Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away .
Sure . It's seven eighty-nine .
Here's eight dollars . Keep the change .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice day .
845 lincoln Avenue .
When do you want it cancelled ?
Beginning the first day of next month .
Okay .
I have heard that the cream is longer lasting .
Is there anything I can take that will help with the itching ?
If you take an antihistamine , that would help a lot .
Thank you for helping me figure out what to do with my poison oak .
It was a pleasure . Come back anytime .
Yes , you're right . I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move . It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me .
How can you do that ?
Well , if I simply want to write a few words , I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser .
What if you want to publish some photos ?
Then I'll shoot some pictures , re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog .
I see . Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you .
You bet it !
Yes . What time did he expect you ?
He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time . He said I could come any time before noon .
I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ...
Today is Tuesday .
I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side .
That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him .
Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ?
Alright .
He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ?
Friday is good .
Morning or afternoon ?
Morning .
I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ?
Yes . My name is Laura Wills .
Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
What about tomorrow evening ?
No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now .
But Ann ..
I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends .
That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them .
Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too .
Good . Let's go now .
All right .
How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ?
That's coincidence .
Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time .
I promise I will .
You'd better .
I don ' t know . How about you ? are you staying here or somewhere .
I have decided to go to Tasha .
By train or by plane ?
By plane .
Yes , thanks . Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials .
Excuse me , Miss Lin . Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well .
Sorry , I'll try to speak louder .
What is the date today ?
Today is July 4th .
Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday .
Call her on my cell phone . Wish her " Happy Birthday ! " Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day .
Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ?
It is December 25th .
Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day .
Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ' s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ?
April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too !
That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast .
Thanks .
After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6
I guess so .
How about going for swim around 10
That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated .
Happy Independence Day !
I ' Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance .
That ' s right . Just call me if you need anything .
That's great .
Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ' ll introduce you to them later .
All right .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Ok , I will go there myself .
Sorry , Mr . Polly .
It doesn ' t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ?
Have a try .
I like spring and summer . The days are long and the nights are short . The sun rises early and sets late . I don't like autumn and winter . The days are short and the nights are long . The sun rises late
Ok , please have me arrange one .
then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
ok . Where do I go then ?
you ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
got it . Thank you very much .
The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles .
Do you have much time watching TV ?
I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio .
I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station .
If they could make beautiful ads , I could bear .
Sure . She is a peaceful child .
Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes .
So they say .
When are you returning home ?
Well . The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth .
You can use some time off . You ' Ve been working too hard anyway .
You ' re kidding .
She ' s going to live in Paris .
Really ? I ' m surprised .
I ' m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold .
Let me take your temperature first .
Thank you .
I'll look forward to that , I can't stand queuing .
I know what you mean . How much would you like to deposit with us today ?
1,000 RIB , it should all be there .
That's correct , 1,000 RIB . I'll need your personal code to deposit this . Could you enter it on this key pad , please ?
OK , done . When will it show in my account ? Not for withdrawal , I mean just registered .
It will show in your account straight away . Here's your card back and could you please sign the slip here ?
That's fine . OK . Thanks .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ?
Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually .
First I was late for school this morning , and now I broke your vase . This isn't my day !
No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour .
He's a very nice person . We will all miss him .
When will the new people move into this house ?
I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow .
Will you see Mien today , Janey ?
Yes , I will .
Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house .
No , he didn't want to leave , but his wife did !
Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn .
All right ! Thanks !
I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A .
Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script .
I do a good old lady . I wouldn't mind being the damsel in distress once in a while .
Yes . Thank you for inviting me .
Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ?
I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please .
Sure thing . Might there by anything else ?
Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too .
Perrier , Jim Beam , apples , and grape juice . It will all be there shortly , sir .
Would you like to donate to our alumni fund ?
A lousy desk lamp . And you ?
A bar of soap !
Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow !
Why don't you go talk to her and find out what her secret was this year .
Here you are .
Thanks .
It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people .
Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment .
I think I ' d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies .
I believe persistence and perseverance are key attributes .
Did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
No . did you ?
Yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
Yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
Most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
That happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
Actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Yes , yes . Here it is . By the way , is there a handling fee ?
Yes , I'm afraid there is .
He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there .
What an interesting family !
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
well , the term " discomgoogolation " comes from " discombobulate " and " google " . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
then , you're probably addicted .
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work out .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I ' m going there tomorrow .
Great ! Good luck .
And I think I'll look in on a few other Employment Agencies while I ' m downtown , to see what they have .
Good idea . The more people you ask , the better your chances are .
Haha , that's definitely a cheesy movie too . Did you watch it over and over again ?
Well ... I saw it only once , but for the next two months when I talked to people , I pretended I was the Terminator .
Can you deliver them earlier ?
I am afraid we can not do that . Would you be willing to sign an annual contract on the basis we discussed ?
Possibly , subject to quality and delivery guarantees .
Of course . Well , in that case we could offer a 5 % discount for a confirmed monthly order for the next 12 months .
I was looking forward to something a bit more substantial . As you know , we have long-time cooperation .
I'm afraid that's as far as we could go . We'd already be stretching ourselves to the limit .
Well , let's shake on that and draw up the details of the contract .
This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive .
There is no problem about the price . How much is it ?
Two hundred and thirty-five yuan .
OK , I'll take it .
A little . Are you American ?
Yes .
Where are you from ?
I'm from California .
Nice to meet you .
Nice to meet you too .
That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m .
Are you serious ?
I don't know how they function the next day ! It's like they eat and breathe soccer !
Oh please , you need to cook tonight .
So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ?
It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ?
I'll cook dinner , don't worry .
I'm going to go rest for a little bit .
I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ?
Thanks .
Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ?
No . Thank you .
But you have to pay the fee for refund .
OK . I will pay it by my bank card .
Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Ted ?
No . What happened ?
He lost his kids ' college money by trading .
Oh , boy . His wife can't be happy about that .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ?
No , I was born in Gaoxiong , I only moved to Taipei after I graduated .
How can his he do that ?
There are a lot of ways to help a kid build up self-esteem , but to begin with , you can try and give him more rewards . Rewards will help a chil improve his self-esteem .
I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts .
But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially .
Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability .
In what way can we solve the problem ?
Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ?
Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks .
So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months .
Well , we accept your suggestion .
See , he's wagging his tail .
He's really cute . His bowl even has his name on it .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19:00 and the next is at 19:40 .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ?
No more , thank you . I'm quite full .
Did you enjoy the meal ?
It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner .
I'm so glad you like it .
Thank you very much for your hospitality .
Oh , really ?
Where ' s yours at ?
I ' m not sure .
You should know that already .
I didn ' t receive my polling place in the mail .
You do know that you can look online , right ?
I didn ' t know that . I ' ll go look right now .
You meant it ' s an expression of their fantasies ?
Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ' t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ' don ' t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ' .
Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish .
Come on . All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes .
Well , what about the $ 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could ' Ve gotten something for less .
O . K . Let ' s compromise , if you agree to only spend $ 75 on books , I ' ll agree to only spend $ 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan !
Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement .
Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now .
Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer .
That is not true . They are just jealous of him !
Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart .
You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow .
By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ?
You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders .
Oh , My chance is slim then .
Hold on . Just 5 minutes .
I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you .
It's my pleasure . See you .
Hi , Basil .
Hi , Ruth . Hop in .
Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ?
Of course I don't mind . For your report ?
Yes , I finally have an inspiration .
Good for you . No problem , I'll listen to the car radio
It ' s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ' t expect a large amount of deposit in current account .
I see . How do I draw money from my news then .
And .
And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed .
That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica .
I will , Michelle . Speak to you soon .
Hmm ... have you got a receipt ?
A receipt ?
Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt .
Oh , I'm not certain , but I think I've lost it .
Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere .
Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ?
I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again .
That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you .
Thank you . Thank you very much .
Sorry . The road is too crowded .
But I have no time to lose .
But I can't help it .
Can you drop me off here ?
Sorry . We mustn't stop here .
I'd rather wash the clothes .
Okay . Here is the laundry .
Oh , My God ! So much !
Don't worry . I'll help you with it later .
In that case , I ' m right behind you .
Not at all . I see you and your family twice a week , and I enjoy seeing my own friends . I ' m too busy to feel lonely !
I'd prefer a morning flight .
What about Flight 516 ?
Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ?
1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ?
Credit card .
OK . Here's your ticket .
Thank you .
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ?
This afternoon .
No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card .
Ah , yes , here it is , you have a standard double room , non smoking on the 3rd floor , I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don ' t mind .
I thought he only liked to listen !
So did I .
He has a really good voice !
Yes , he sings wonderfully .
How do you spell it , sir ?
Not a problem , sir . Please remember us in the future .
That's strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it ' Getting to know you more personally ' . What about your answers ?
Just did my best .
What if this small fever turns into a big fever ?
Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you .
Do you know how short you want your hair to be ?
I want you to cut it to a few inches long .
That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ?
I've had this idea for some time now .
I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to .
This is what I want .
Fine then . Let's get started .
That ' s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars .
How long will it take to get there ?
Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks .
It that case , I ' ll send it by airmail . I ' d like to send it as a registered parcel .
No problem . That ' s one dollar extra .
Thanks very much . There ' s thirteen dollars .
There ' s you receipt . Goodbye .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more . Thank you .
Here's to our friendship and health !
Bottoms up !
Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up .
All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 .
OK , thanks .
Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18 . 56 , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you , sir . Have a nice drive !
Okay .
Is the suspect in this line ?
I see him .
Which number is he ?
The suspect is number four .
Your cooperation is very much appreciated .
I'm happy to be of assistance .
Here's your ticket and your boarding card .
All right . I will begin boarding soon .
Don't mention it . You ' re always been good . What do you say we go out to celebrate ?
That would be great .
Yes . That's right . But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America . At least as far as studying is concerned . Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school .
They actually study after school ?
That's right . After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English . They are very serious about learning over there .
Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ?
Of course they do . You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much . But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing . Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough .
Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that .
So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education . They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing . In America , too many parents don't pay attention .
But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too .
As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it . And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience .
Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ?
That's a stereotype we Americans have . We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet . But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too .
Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also . Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ?
I don't know . In Costa Rica , I taught adults . So it was a very different thing . So I really can't compare .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to try to find out where the school is located .
When do you start school ?
I'm going to register right now .
That's good .
They sell them at the shop around the corner . We can go and get some in a few minutes .
I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs . We ' ll need some tomato ketchup and some barbecue sauce .
I have the sauce , but remind me to get some ketchup at the shop .
How long does it take to cook meat on a barbecue ?
It only takes a few minutes . Some people like their meat well done . Others like it rare . The great thing about a barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked .
They can cook it themselves to make sure it ' s exactly how they like it .
I hope you haven ' t invited any vegetarians !
Let me see . Yes , we still have some tickets left . Which performance ?
7:30 p . m . performance , please .
OK , we have tickets at 100 yuan and 50 yuan .
I'd like to reserve two seats at 100 yuan , please .
All right . May I have you name , please ?
Du Kun .
When would you like to collect the tickets ?
Tomorrow .
We can hold them until one day before the show .
How do we cancel , just in case ?
Just telephone us , and let us know in advance . We don't charge for cancellation .
All right , thank you very much . Good bye .
You are welcome . Goodbye .
OK . I promise . Thank you , Mom .
Would you like to go now or later ?
Now .
What ?
Now would be better .
OK , let's go .
Should we walk ?
No , it's too far . Let's drive .
do you take milk or sugar with your tea ?
I ' ll take a little milk , but no sugar , please . Make sure you let the tea steep a few minutes before you take the tea bag out of the cup .
ok . What do you think about our living room ?
well , I do like the mantelpiece and the coffee table , but I don ' t really care for curtains . Did you get them at a yard sale ? They look ancient .
my parents gave them to us as a house warming gift .
oh dear . Well , I suppose they will do for now . do you ever dust in here ? It seems a bit dusty in here .
your daughter usually does the dusting , and I do the vacuuming .
I see . Well , I can help with the chores while I ' m here . You two could probably use my help .
that ' s very nice of you to offer . Here ' s your tea . Be careful , it ' s still quite hot .
If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it .
I knew there would be a catch !
Nothing in life is free , Son .
Except housework , that is .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
A little bit .
Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ?
It's gone completely .
Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take .
Is that all doctor ?
Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure .
Thank you , doctor . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
She is so beautiful and elegant . And she is famous for her fine acting .
What's more , she doesn't have scandals . And she likes to take part in the charitable activities .
Who is the director ?
Steven Spielberg . Another superstar .
Yes , a legend , also . I still remember , his movies , Jurassic Park and Schindler's List got him nine Oscar awards in 1994 .
Can you introduce the story of The Terminal briefly ?
It tells a romantic and humorous love story .
This is really exciting movie . Lets go to this one .
I think so .
Let me check that for you right now .
Okay . Thank you .
Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account .
You can ' t be serious !
That ' s what my records show .
I see . Thanks for your help .
When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call my boss .
For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ?
I know a few extensions but I don't know them all .
You can always look an extension up on the company website .
You're welcome .
Don ' t worry . I ' ll help you eat it .
Yeah .
Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station .
Where is that ?
Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay .
Oh , that's simple enough .
Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform .
Anything else I should know ?
Just remember to hold on to your ticket . You need it to get out of the station when you get there .
Not too long . 14 working days for a visa .
What materials do I need to provide ?
Your passport and ID card .
I don't care .
What's your parents ' opinion ?
I haven't told them . Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation .
Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow .
Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow .
Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow .
You are lazy . You ought to be ashamed ? You should enjoy working .
What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot .
Yes , that would work out better .
You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone .
Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it .
Fine ! Well , I'll get right on it now !
Definitely . I've also been buying organic fruit and vegetables , which is more expensive , but much better for you because they don't have any pesticides on them .
You've really turned into a health nut , haven't you ?
I guess you could say that . Eating fruit and vegetables helps keep you healthy . I've lost 5 pounds and I feel great !
How do you get enough protein in your diet ?
Well , I eat a lot more tofu , beans , nuts and some fish .
Well , don't worry about dinner . I'll only make vegetarian dishes for you . Do you like sushi ?
I prefer cooked fish to raw fish , but if you really like it , make it .
How about a spicy tofu and vegetable stir-fry ?
That sounds great . What time should I come over ?
Dinner will be ready at about 7:30 pm , so you can come over at 7 p . m .
Sounds good . See you there !
Good for you , keep it up .
It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder .
I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing .
Well , it may rain again later today .
Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in .
There may also be a strong wind coming in .
It'll be dusty , too , I guess .
Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing .
Why is that ?
We've been planting trees for many years .
I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful .
But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer .
Then what about spring ?
Spring is warm and short in Beijing .
It must be cold in the winter , though .
You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold .
Thanks for reminding me .
You're welcome .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
Sure , but how ?
You can ask her out for drinks after work .
But for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
Then you've got a lot of work to do . You need to get her to notice you first .
Easier said than done .
You can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying ' hello ' to her .
But I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
That's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
Good luck !
What question ?
Do you love me ? Come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it
Muslims believe that every man who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life . Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith .
When muslims pray , they face towards mecca .
That ' s right . Unfortunately , so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed .
I heard about that . The pilgrims must walk around a large , sacred black stone .
That ' s right . That ' s when accidents often happen . The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims , to reduce the chances of accidents .
Pilgrimages are common in many faiths .
Yes . In England , Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages .
Isn ' t there a place in france where people go to get healed ?
I think that place is Lourdes . There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there .
Do you think that there is something magical about that place ?
Personally . I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them . I don ' t think place is magical in any way .
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ?
I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour .
really ? What do the companies do that for ?
I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known .
oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors .
exactly .
do we need an appointment beforehand ?
I'll call the tourist information centre to check .
that's good advice .
would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
are there any seats available by the emergency exits ?
let me see here ... yes , there's one left .
ok . I'll take that one then .
alright . How many pieces of luggage are you checking in ?
I like to travel light so I just have this one .
if that's your only piece of luggage , it is small enough to carry on with you . Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive ?
yes , please . That's a fantastic idea . Which gate do I need to go to ?
you're here a bit early , so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour . Here's your boarding pass . Enjoy your flight !
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance .
We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it .
I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ?
Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic .
I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later .
Thank you very much , madam . Here are some samples of our products . Do try them out .
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ?
I don't see any mistakes .
OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score .
Yes , let's total it .
Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ?
Yes , you're right .
Well then , we are all straight . Have a good day and thanks for bringing that to my attention .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward su
Beef , please .
How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ?
Coffee , please .
Do you want to take milk and sugar ?
Only black coffee .
Yes . The limit is four per family .
Okay , I ' ll take four , please . You saved me a lot .
I know . This is a really good bargain .
Thanks .
No problem .
It ' s the felony charge .
I ' m willing to provide my services .
What ' s your rate ?
I work for $ 150 an hour .
That ' s too high .
That ' s what I charge .
I ' ll hire you anyway .
I feel that he is very intelligent .
Oh , really ?
Yes , and I agree with all his policies .
That ' s good to hear .
I think this man is going to be the next President .
I hope so .
I ' m going to make sure and get my vote in .
Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ?
Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to . Here comes the train .
But I don ' t like big strong dogs .
that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ?
no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos .
did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ?
yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers .
did he survive ?
unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower .
I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family .
it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own .
terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life .
Sure , he is a soccer star .
Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ?
Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball .
But it's the same hairstyle .
It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture .
Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham .
He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right .
Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple .
Do it , please .
Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular .
I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task .
What are you not good at ?
I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself .
We appreciate hearing that about you !
And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier .
I agree with you in the sense . But we ' re all more miserable than ever , aren ' t we ?
I don ' t agree with you . I maintain that we ' re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago .
That ' s your opinion not mine .
Well , he has already taken you know , that's his wife right there .
Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ...
So how can you stand the heat ?
Well , I open the windows and ... and I ' Ve got an electric fan ere . It helps a little .
You ' ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new .
I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street .
Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it .
I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen .
The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom .
I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering !
Let ' s take a few pictures so that we can remember what we like about this home .
Now you're talking .
Two stops after this one .
Could you please tell me when we get there ?
Sure .
By the way , do I need a transfer again after No . 50 ?
No , a No . 50 will take you right there .
Who else will come ?
I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him .
Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ?
Yes , great . I am happy you are coming .
Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work .
Do you need anything , grocery ?
Oh , no , I'm fine . My refrigerator is piled up with food . But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read .
Sure , I'll get it for you . Books or magazines ?
I'd like both .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience .
You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ?
Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
You won ' t believe who ' s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account ! Me ! I ' Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime !
Wow ! Why so much ? I thought they were getting you an assistant .
They were supposed to , but so far nobody ' s turned up , and I ' m left on my own to do the work . This is the first break I ' Ve had all day .
They ' re really running you into the ground . Why don ' t you ask for some time off ? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere .
I am looking .
Do you see the suspect ?
Yes . He's in the line-up .
What number is the suspect ?
Number four .
Thank you for all your help .
It was no problem at all .
I like it here at PCC .
Why don ' t you just continue going to PCC ?
I like that idea .
It ' s a great school .
I completely agree .
So , have you made your decision yet ?
I ' m staying right where I ' m at .
No problem , here you are .
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , but there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days .
Thank you .
Have a nice holiday !
You , too . Thanks for your help .
That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case .
Well , Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work , easier set them done . But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup .
Eating here , please .
That's 7 dollars and 25 cents . You can get free refills with your coke .
No , I haven ' t discussed my career plan with my present employer , but I am sure he will understand .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements .
That is a good suggestion .
We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them .
Yeah , that would let us know what would work best .
I'll put the survey online this afternoon .
You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ?
Yes , seven years .
What degree do you have now ? :
Master of Marketing Management .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes . I worked at AB Company .
Why are you interested in the position ?
Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position .
All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ?
That's very good .
Thank you .
Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr . Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you .
Ok , thanks .
Are you worried about anything ?
Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake .
Well , there's nothing much wrong with you . You're under too much pressure .
Well , not exactly , but I have shown some of my foreign friends around Beijing .
Once in a while we have visitors from abroad and I would like to be able to ask my secretary to take them shopping and sightseeing .
I think I would like that .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather , but at least the sun will come out . I advise weekend travelers to be careful , especially while driving . Back to you , Mark .
Thanks John , and there you have it ! Looks like it ' s a weekend to stay at home !
I need to find this newspaper article .
Have you checked the periodicals section yet ?
I forgot about that section .
If you ' d like , I can show you were to find it .
Could you do that ?
Follow me .
Thank you for all your help .
Yes , I have two cartons of cigarettes , one bottle of whisky .
What's this white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of these ? Let me taste it .
Yes , sir . Go ahead . Here you are .
What about beer ?
The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer . But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges . So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee .
That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ?
Usually it's two dollars off the cover price .
And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ?
This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts . And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet . The Bucky Card has just started . Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program . It ' s a great way for students to save money !
Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet . Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time . And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ?
It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card .
Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper .
But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year .
Yeah , maybe . Alright . Give me an application form .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
Yes , please . Please print your name and company name , and the person you are going to see .
All right . We'll have some seafood and vegetables .
Only four hours .
Good . I'll come back in the evening .
Nothing . I think I'll take the job .
Are you positive that you didn't buy the purse ?
I can't even afford a purse that expensive .
I'm very sorry . When was this purchase made ?
I was at work , but the purchase was made at 3
We're going to investigate this claim .
OK . Do I have to pay for this charge ?
You won't have to pay for anything .
Er ... , that blue pair . I need size 43 , please .
Here you are . You can try them on .
Very comfortable . I'll take them .
Come here ; let me introduce some friends to you .
That ' s all .
May I see your library card , please ?
It ' s right here .
Will that be all for today ?
Yes . That ' s it .
These are due back in two weeks .
All right . Have a good night .
Luckily there is no such kind of ' grown-up ceremony ' any more .
A necklace ?
No .
I have no idea .
Open it now .
Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you !
You're welcome , honey . I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future .
OK , I'm in . When do I start ?
As soon as you can get here . We'll be waiting for you .
Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work .
Thanks , doctor .
See ? And I bet that's easy to do online . Everybody's anonymous .
It's going to be sunny tomorrow .
Sorry . You can only pay in cash .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you . Do you need the invoice ?
Yes . And can you pack the things up , please ?
Sure . I'll get right on it .
Nice to meet you , John .
It ' s a pleasure to meet you , Miss Green .
Here comes Jordan , though .
Wow , Michael Jordan ' s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch .
Yeah . He ' s older , so he doesn ' t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ' s still amazing .
Which team do you think will win ?
The Lakers . Jordan is the only good player Washington has .
You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ?
Yes , I know what to do .
The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout .
OK .
Thank you for joining the library ; we look forward to serving you .
Would you recommend going there for a few days ?
Personally , I think it ' d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ' t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital .
You ' re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ?
It ' s a beautiful city , but I think it ' s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ?
I ' d like to get away from the big city life .
Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing .
I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ' t so far away .
Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ' s the phone number .
Thanks , I ' ll give them a call later .
Really , life is so boring .
Have you been asked to carry anything for a stranger ?
No .
Have you maintained full control of your possessions while in the airport ?
Yes , I have .
Hey , come on . It's too early to say that . We can fix things .
I have thought about it for a long time . I think it's time to move on for both of us .
But I still love you .
I'm sorry .
I knew this would happen some day ...
Then why didn't you talk to me ?
Well . It's not all my fault , Anna ...
I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but let's try to forget that and be friends .
Have you made the decision yet ?
I think we'll be better off if we are apart .
Then shall we keep pure friendship ?
Sure , let's just be friends .
Do we have any choices ?
Well , we could take the cable car .
Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think .
Okay . Let's go .
Well , that was tough .
But we made it .
This looks great . When was it built ?
It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago .
That's remarkable .
There are so many ancient relics in China .
It's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history !
Sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ?
It's just off of the ring road .
Do you have a big yard ?
It's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back .
Is your house well-lit ?
Oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house .
How many rooms does your house have ?
Right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest bedroom is ready , you should come and stay with us for a weekend .
I'd be up for that !
Good bye then , and keep in touch .
Good bye .
Well , eight hundred , then ?
No , one thousand at least .
Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed !
You ' re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right .
Here you are , sucker !
Victory for me , I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday !
I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver .
But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction
I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory .
Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine !
Maybe you are right to some extent .
You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel .
Maybe I could have a try .
Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time .
Are there any cities where it rains a lot ?
Several . Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon .
Tell us about some cold cities .
In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter . Boston and Chicago are two of them .
Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ?
Oh , no . On the contrary , there are many beautiful days , especially in the spring and fall .
Sure , more elegant and taller .
I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color .
If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you .
Thank you .
Well , last night when I returned from the theatre , I found that I'd lost my wallet .
Oh dear ! That's terrible ! What was in your wallet ?
Well , some money . of course , my visa , all my identity cards and some photos .
Well , if were you , I'd go to the police station straight away and report it .
Yes , I've already done that , and they said they'd look for it . But we're leaving soon and I need my visa and identity cards badly .
Oh dear ! What a pity ! Are you sure you lost the wallet in the theatre ?
Yes , quite sure .
I think you should put an advertisement in the China Daily , saying when and where you lost it .
But that takes too long .
Wait a minute ! My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to the theatre . I'll telephone him and ask him to go there to inquire about it . You'd better have breakfast now and I'll meet you later .
Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating .
No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer .
Ok , I will see you again .
Great . I have a good day , thanks again for the offer .
he ' s a famous American musician .
who ' s the author ?
it was written by Howard sounds .
what do you think about it ?
it ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot form reading it .
can I read it when you ' re done ?
sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
how many chapters does the book have ?
there are 15 chapters in total .
when do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
thanks . Charlie !
no problem . Bob .
Go get it .
Here you go .
All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out .
May I borrow your pen ?
Here's a pen for you .
Thanks for your help .
You need to turn that in at Window B .
But I ordered waffles !
Oh , I am so sorry !
That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back .
Good , sir . I will take care of that right away .
Thank you so much !
The manager will come to see you in a few minutes .
Thanks a lot , Mrs . White .
You are welcome .
Fine . Also , would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor ' s report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
The hardcover is more expensive .
Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please ,
Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address .
Well , I will text it to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
And what about that man there ?
He is our accountant .
I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees .
Indeed , they are . Keeping staff happy is the only way to keep them with the company .
I'm only too happy to help .
It was boring . The music was too slow and the food was lousy and , above all , I was really sick of the same old crowd all the time .
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn ' t wait to get out of there .
You're welcome .
well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it .
it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth .
I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results .
really ? that's interesting !
yeah . Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good .
OK , I'll give it a go .
So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ?
I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food .
junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat .
But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous .
Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it .
Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring .
Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit .
Well , that sounds better than giving it up .
yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
that's very convenient .
it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
the maximum is $ 1000 .
is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
thank you very much .
you're welcome .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get to class .
You may take a No . 34 bus . And the subway can also take you there .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
It ' s about fifteen minutes ' walk . That ' s all .
And do you know where the national bank is ?
Yes . It ' s on this street . Keep walking for two blocks and it ' s on the corner on the right .
Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Good luck .
Thank you . I won ' t miss it .
The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand .
How about its quality ?
You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum .
OK , what is this ?
It is feeding-bottle as the free gift .
It is thoughtful . I will take it .
I don't like it . It's outdated .
Okay . How about this style ?
It seems a little too wild .
Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ?
I want a haircut just like that kind .
OK , I see .
Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ?
I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion
Great idea . And after all , that's the whole point of an evaluation . I almost can't wait to give it a try .
Here are some nice brown hats . Try this hat on . It ' s a very good one .
Yes , I like this one . It goes very well with my coat . How much is it ?
It's $ 9 . 95 . Do you want me to put it in a box ?
No . Did you want to go do something ?
Yes ! Yes ! I want to take you to dinner .
Oh ! That sounds great ! How about six o'clock ?
See you later .
There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends .
Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer .
Oh , why not ? I'll take ' em .
Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA .
No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA .
Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ?
Yeah , that'll be fine .
That's great . This is your key , sir . If you need anything at all , anytime , just dial zero .
Mr . Fox , we'll hold the table for you for ten minutes . Please be sure to arrive before 8: 40 .
How much ?
Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months .
Mmmm , sounds like risky business . Good luck .
Just 6 digits .
No problem . I'd be happy to .
Thanks . I really appreciate it . Thanks so much .
And your name , please ?
Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ?
Certainly .
That's exactly where I was planning to go !
Well , this storm originated in the plateaus in northwest China . At the moment , that area is calmer .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
We will go for the US dollar account .
OK , I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted .
When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ?
Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form .
What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away .
I am not going to show any income from now on then .
I wouldn ' t do that if I were you . There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements .
It thirty-eight dollars .
All right . Here ' s forty dollars .
Here ' s your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate No . 2 please .
Thank you very much .
Don ' t mention it .
I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married .
Yes , we are match made in heaven .
I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are .
Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too .
Yes we did .
I love you , happy anniversary .
I love you , happy anniversary .
Do you know if it costs any money to take it ?
Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again .
All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ?
No , the test skips a lot of things in the book .
Did you pass it the first time that you took it ?
No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard .
Well , I hope that I do well .
she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ' t be able to focus on my studys .
that may be true . But I ' m sure you ' re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ?
I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ' m a senior now , I don ' t want to miss the chance this time .
I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind .
I ' ll try , but what if she insists ?
just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job .
do you think it will work ?
sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try .
ok , I ' ll do that . Thank you , Iris .
sure . Good luck , Maria !
Which university should I apply to ?
There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper .
Oh , I see . Thank you very much .
It sounds like you're from out of town .
As a matter of fact , I'm from Taiwan .
I'm sure you'll like Fisherman's Wharf . It's a popular tourist spot . Be sure to try the seafood there .
I will . Thanks .
Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable .
Okay . Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ?
I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day .
If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend . It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun .
No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love .
Does she have a boyfriend ?
I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy .
Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date .
I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then .
So why do you think you're in love ?
She's the only thing I can think of all day long .
That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week .
Aright . I'll talk to you later .
The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one .
When will we know if they accept the offer ?
The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days .
Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ?
You are already pre-qualified for your loan , so you are in good shape .
That ' ok . That's happens all the time .
You ' Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me .
People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact .
That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity .
If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other .
You are sounding like we are already married .
Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry .
Well , I don't feel right about it .
I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime .
Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ?
I like company .
Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus !
What can I say ? I am a passionate guy .
Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about .
You want to go out with me and you know it .
In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do .
Ok , I get the message . Hey , do you have any sisters ?
No problem . How would you like to pay for these ?
I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are .
$ 110 . 00 , your change is $ 5 . 01 . Thanks very much .
Thank you .
That's okay . A 15 - inch is good enough . All right , I'll take it .
Yeah , you seem to like those styles .
Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk .
This one looks really expensive though .
I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it .
Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke .
I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week .
Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary .
Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ?
Just joking , T . I've got some wonderful clothes . Let's go and have a close look at your outfit .
Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree .
That's a very good hint .
And please shut the door and lock it behind you !
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person . What did you do ?
I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information .
Couldn ' d you choose to be transferred to a real person ?
Eventually I did get to a real person . I found out the closing time , but by then the store had already closed !
Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already .
Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit .
Do we ? Where is it ?
Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it .
Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on .
Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no !
What's the new strike ?
Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration .
Poor me !
How amazing !
Here it is . Four pounds and fifty pence in all .
Really ? It should have arrived . It was sent a week ago .
If the money was sent by cable , it would have taken about one or two days . But if it was sent by airmail , it would take at least one week .
Well , then I'll come again the day after tomorrow .
Or would you like us to phone you when the money arrives ?
That would be very kind of you .
Could you please tell me your phone number , so we'll give you a ring as soon as the remittance has arrived ?
The phone number is 328 6765 extension 105 .
Thank you . We'll inform you in time . Goodbye .
Okay , now you are a famous star .
Hum , don ' t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me .
What ' s wrong with you ?
I ' ll tell you at the party .
Okay .
We have information available about the job market as well as workshops .
What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ?
We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few .
Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ?
College job placement services can help .
But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight .
We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 .
That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation .
Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers .
If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full .
Thank you . I am glad we have come to an agreement at last .
Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now .
Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ?
Why not ?
Er ... I ' m Barker .
Barker ? With a B . Of course .
Yes , with a B .
Won ' t you come in , Mr . Barker ?
Thank you , Mr . Parker .
oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one .
thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste .
Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy .
oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ?
certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique
it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great .
Yes , Amy , please have some more .
I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ' m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement .
Why do you want to quit your present company ?
Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting .
Well , when do you think you can come over to work ?
One week after I have submitted my resignation paper .
When you start to work , I ' ll give you $ 3,000 a month .
Thank you , sir .
Why not now ? I'm hungry .
I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ' s more , try to avoid a too causal style .
Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ?
You ' d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes .
I've got it . I think I will wear a white shirt with a tie . Thank you for your suggestions .
Where are you going to get it from ?
I haven't the slightest idea .
I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express .
You like Panda Express ?
The food there is actually pretty good .
Maybe I'll go there then .
You should . I know you'll like it .
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
( And here is the seven o ' clock news ) It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
It's called love is blind , I think .
Here you are .
How long have you been living here ?
Two years .
May I know your occupation ?
I'm a professor at a university .
Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ?
I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes .
Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time .
Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ?
Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ?
Orange juice , please .
Would you like some ice in your drink ?
Yes .
How much would you like ?
One or two cubes will be OK .
Here you are , sir .
I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you .
It's my pleasure .
Please accept this tip .
Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious .
Ha ha . I know what you mean . But it's just a movie . They need for the characters to do that .
You said it .
South Park is a popular cartoon . You're so out of it , Jen
Well , don't blame me ! I never get a chance to watch TV .
The connections between your CPU and your outlet .
Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ?
If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on .
I had no idea .
Why don't you try it and see what happens ?
I'll try it right now .
Let me know if that doesn't work .
Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up .
I totally understand .
Pardon ? I can hardly hear you . I will call you later .
Thanks .
That ' s not right , somebody should do something .
It's my honor to be one member of your company . I'd like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator .
Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ?
Just get the basics .
Like what ?
You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread .
Just go and make a list for me , please .
Fine , I'll go do that for you .
I wrote the check out for too much .
How much did you write it out for ?
I wrote it out for $ 150 .
How much was it supposed to be ?
It was supposed to be for $ 100 .
I ' ll cancel that check for you .
I really appreciate your help .
You don't know where you want to look for one ?
No , I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets .
Do you want to know where I got mine from ?
Yes , because I love yours .
I purchased mine from IKEA .
Is IKEA affordable ?
Not at all , but you get what you pay for .
I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ' t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures .
I ' m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP !
I ' ll buy you a drink .
Oh ! Thank you .
Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered .
What other classes are you going to take ?
I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing .
I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad .
Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from .
I had Professor Mahoney .
Is he an easy grader ?
I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair .
Do you mind if I ask you what you got ?
Not at all . I got a 3 . 8 .
Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ?
I got a 4 . 0 in that class .
Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3 . 1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder .
It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade .
Oh . That helps . Thanks .
Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ?
Of course , sir .
Homework , attendance , and quizzes are sixty percent ; the mid-term and final are worth twenty percent each .
What if we miss something ?
I will allow one unexcused absence ; after that you need to contact me ahead of time .
Will you tell us if we are failing during the year ?
You will be able to track your progress during the year .
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications .
Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
Enough ! If we don't finish the game , there won't be time for any movies tonight !
I really appreciate it .
Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me .
I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before .
Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong .
Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ?
Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to .
That's terrific !
By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there .
Yeah , and we can get to know each other at the party .
You need a babysitter .
Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight . Maybe even for two nights .
I could have Suzy stay at my place .
I don't want to do that to you , Karen .
Why not ?
Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days .
I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston . She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely .
I'd like to talk with her . This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight .
I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible .
I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it . But I'd rather have someone a little older .
I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself .
Great . Then call me and let me know if she's free .
I hate it .
Never mind . It ' ll be over in 10 minutes .
It ' s the worst thing I ' Ve ever tried .
Have you found anything nice yet ?
I found a few pairs of pants .
Where'd you get those ?
I found them at Pennies .
Those are really cute .
Do you want me to show you where I found them ?
I would like that . Thank you .
We have one single room on the fifth floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise .
It's very quiet , sir .
How much does it cost per day ?
It's 150 yuan per day including a 10 % service charge .
All right . I'll take the room .
Would you please fill in the registration form ?
OK .
As a hotel policy , we require one day's room charge as a deposit for guests without reservation .
No problem . Here you are .
Your room number is 505 . This is your key . The bellboy will help you with the baggage .
Can you stay and accompany me for a while ?
Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on .
Thank you so much . You are so sweet .
Not at all . We are friends .
That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night .
Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too .
That does sound a lot of fun .
some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others .
that makes you feel uncomfortable ?
yeah . we never do that in a public office .
perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy .
i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding .
well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus .
just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ?
yeah .
Oh , I'm shocked .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment ! It will be the 21st of May . Oh , dear . Arm ... I promised my aunt I would be at her birthday party .
What do you say to next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let's make it next Wednesday .
Ok . Bye .
Bye .
Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work .
In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ?
That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ?
That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school . So now I am much more clever than you .
Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ' m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon .
Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ' s true . Okay , well let ' s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ?
Yes , please .
Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ?
I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 .
Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ?
We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd .
I'm sorry , Mom .
Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas .
Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you .
I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best .
I know . Goodnight .
Well , yes . I ' ll give him the medicine too .
I ' ll appreciate your help
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
I see myself in a management position .
Fine , the two best ways are to use our local listings binders over there or you can use the computers with the Internet job listing sites . See them over there ?
Yes , I know what to do .
Well , in addition , you can schedule an appointment with a job counselor on this list . If you would like to do that , sign here , OK ?
Yes , I think that would be great .
Fine , well the job search tools are all here for you to use . Feel free to look around and use what works best for you . Have fun with it !
Well , I guess you can say that . The safety of packing is something we always pay a lot of attention to . Especially for those fragile commodities , we've got to be extra careful . Otherwise , if the things we don't want to see happened , we would be responsible and that'll cause you a lot of inconvenience , too .
You're right . But wouldn't it be safer to use wooden cases ?
We sure can if you want us to , but the charge will be much higher .
It wouldn't be worth the trouble in that case , would it ? Let's still use cartons .
Sure , no problem . As I said , cartons are good enough for goods like this . You don't have to worry about it .
I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you .
You are smart .
Of course , the sports shoes don ' t go with the formal occasions .
You are right . What kind of shoes should I wear ?
The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers .
Good idea . Oh , by the way , would you please pick me up after the party , honey ?
It ' ll be too late ; you ' d better take a taxi .
OK .
They look fake .
Thanks !
Today , I'm told I failed three courses .
Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term .
I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me .
Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine .
I hope so .
Ok ... Here you are .
Here are your keys . Check out time is noon .
Is breakfast included ?
No .
Let it be ! Time will tell .
Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result . Let me check my mail-box again .
Well , I'm not quite ready .
I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you !
You wouldn't do a thing like that !
Oh , yes , I would !
And that will be 10:15 pm Tokyo time .
We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want .
As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications .
How long would it take you to deliver the orders ?
Two months at most .
Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ?
Yes , of course , here you are . The prices are subject to our confirmation .
did you read the books before you watched the movies ?
no . did you ?
yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters .
yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me .
I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home .
most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles .
that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries .
I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars .
actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too !
Me too . Let's get together and do something .
I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ?
Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow .
Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny .
That's great . We can do something outdoors then .
Are there any special events going on tomorrow ?
Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow .
Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out .
Do you know what time it starts ?
It starts at one PM .
Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there .
Perfect . I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty .
OK , I will .
Will you make some recommendation ?
it is unusually warm . I blame it on global warming .
global warming is wreaking havoc everywhere .
so sure . Are you from around here ?
no . I'm new here . I just moved here a few months ago .
where are you from ?
I'm from China . What about you ?
I am from Texas . I was in China once , but it was a long time ago .
did you enjoy it ?
I did . I especially liked the food . What do you think about the food here ?
it's very different from Chinese food , but I am getting used to it .
Is that the Da Vinci Code that you've got there ?
yes , have you read it ?
no , but I saw the movie . What do you think about it ?
well , to be honest , I've only gotten though 10 pages of it . So far , though , it's interesting .
well , this is my stop . it was nice talking with you .
likewise . Bye !
I went sky-diving !
you're kidding me ! that sounds really scary !
It was scary , but it felt great , too .
weren't you scared ?
of course I was scared . But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped .
so have you cured your fear of heights ?
I think so . After I jumped out of the plane , I realized that I should just enjoy life . Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly .
I'm impressed .
are you scared of anything ?
well , sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself .
what do you think is going to happen ?
I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things .
it sounds like you just need to be more careful .
What did you do ?
I stood behind the register and took pizza orders .
Did you get any perks on the job ?
Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free .
Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch .
And what about dinner ?
Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all .
That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ?
I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first .
Can I leave a message for him please ?
Of course , can you leave your name and number ? I'm sure Mr . Nelson will return your call as soon as he is able .
My name is Max Richards , my phone number is 898-3423 . Could you ask him to call me back as soon as he gets back , please ? I have a rather timely matter to discuss with him .
Can you tell me what it's about ? I can make a note of it , so Mr . Nelson is aware and prepared when he returns your call .
Yes , please let him know I would like to discuss the Girard case with him .
What about your company ?
Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ?
My firm has high standing in my country . My bank is the City Bank , New York . You may refer to it for my status .
50 dollars per person .
That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ?
Of course . Please take it easy .
I see . May I know the schedule ?
Why not ?
I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home .
Oh , domestic things ? Yes , of course , we can help you with that .
I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ?
Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock .
Really ? How so ?
You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away .
Okay .
Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it .
How about its quality ?
Its durability will be a big surprise to you .
What about the price ?
500 yuan . And if you buy it today , there will be a 15 % discount for you .
Not really .
Do you know where they're vacationing ?
I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure . It ' s a bad thing to return home to . They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned .
Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt . It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ?
Yes , I suppose . It's a dangerous thing if a fire starts when people are sleeping .
What have you been doing ?
I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month .
Really ? Good luck for them .
Thanks . And how are your parents ?
They're both very well , thanks .
Where are you going now ?
I'm going to do some shopping . Why don't you come with me ?
I can't . I have to meet someone .
It's been nice talking to you .
Good-bye . See you again sometime .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
It could also help you increase vital capacity .
That ' s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight .
You will make it if you persist in it .
What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ?
I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you !
Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester .
And what happened ?
His face broke out and he said it was my fault !
But you saw how skinny and pale he looks . He has " cancer patient " written all over his face .
You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car .
Jeans and a tee shirt , right ?
Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool .
What can we do next after locating the place ?
Inform my members to prepare for the travelling . And then we can discuss about the travelling costs .
May I have a try ?
Certainly .
It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ?
Not from this brand , I'm afraid .
What about other brands ?
How about this one ?
Oh , that's the very thing I need .
I'd suggest you not give out too much personal information , like your home address , until after several dates . Just keep up the same guards you would keep up if you were meeting any stranger .
Besides the growth of these matchmaker sites , do you have any stats on success rates ? Are people out there finding true and lasting love through the Internet
Well , for a site like ecrush . com , since their debut in Valentine's Day in 1999 , of the 1 . 5 million people who have joined ecrush . com , 300000 have actually matched .
Do you have any successful stories to share ?
Yes , the couple that I highlighted at today's show met on Match . com and they're getting married this summer .
I do this every year .
How ' d you get that job ?
I applied online .
That ' s interesting .
I enjoy working there every year .
How much do they pay ?
They pay just enough .
Yes .
Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please .
Thanks .
In the market .
OK . Bottoms up .
Bottoms up .
It's on me .
Thank you . This place is nice .
And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one .
What can I do next ?
The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax .
Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ?
Maybe we should call its after-service man .
Well , I don ' t want to be ripped like you ! I just want a good physique with weights and Carpio .
In that case you want to work with less weight . You can start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets . Five kilo weights should be enough . Now it ' s very important that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a muscle .
Got it ! Wow is that the weight you are lifting ? My goodness that ' s a lot of weight !
It ' s not that much . Just watch ... I ' m ok ...
Let me see . Eleven yuan .
Here's twenty yuan .
This is your change .
Do you mean that a native doesn ' t make any mistakes in grammar ?
Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken .
I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ' t know standard English in American universities .
Actually there are more non-native speakers than you think . That ' s why it ' s so important to quit worrying about making mistakes . Just talk to everyone every chance you get .
What were you screaming at me for ?
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
It is a little bit expensive , but it's worth it .
Yeah . You know driving is boring . TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving .
It can also entertain your passengers like me .
That's the point .
This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical .
You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ?
Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy .
With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for .
Why don't you take it for a test drive , and think it over .
That ' s ok . Thanks .
Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ' re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ?
It ' s quite large . It ' s about 40 square metres .
I ' d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better .
Ok . I like the design of this lamps . I also need some cushion covers . I ' ll just browse through those ones over there .
OK , it's open .
Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat .
Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ?
Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready .
Good . How much does it come to ?
Nine gallons of premium . That's $ 15 . 32 , please .
Sounds like a lot of work !
Anything worth doing takes work . Money doesn't grow on trees ... Most of us have to work for it .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . DKNY ?
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
You're meal also include soup and salad .
What's the soup of the day ?
French onion soup , sir , what dressing would you like for your salad ?
Thousand Island , please .
Ok . I like fishing very much .
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each .
All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones .
OK . Anything else ?
Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms .
Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are .
How much is it in all ?
Thirty dollars .
Um , that ' s good .
Yes , but he ' s got a wife and 3 children as well .
Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ?
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus .
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the center of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
Thank you very much .
Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon .
Thank you .
Yes , Please tell him I called and ask him to return my call as soon as possible . It's about the PPT contract .
All right , Mr . Smith . I'll be sure he gets your message .
You didn't pass the test .
I don't understand how I could've failed it .
There are a few reasons why you failed .
What are the reasons ?
The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver .
Can I take the test again ?
You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks .
Thank you , but I prefer the fish .
Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb .
No , I'd like the fish .
Whatever you say .
Match is important ; well , the way of tying is also important .
My father dose not know how to tie a tie , for he often wears a cravat .
My father wears a tie every day , but he can ' t do it himself . My mother helps him with his tie every morning .
You mother is not only a patient mother but also a gentle wife .
Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ?
Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay .
Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course .
$ 308 a night ? That's a fair price .
Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , please .
Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ?
I have absolutely no problem with that .
Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number .
Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 .
Thank you for making a reservation with us . We look forward to seeing you in April !
He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later .
Why does he have such a privilege ?
He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him .
I see . Does he live by himself ?
Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle .
He must be lonely ?
I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories .
How respectable !
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
actually , I've got a wireless connection .
In that case , you need to turn on your airport .
I hook up to the Internet every day . I can't believe I didn't do that .
do you like ever chat online ?
No , but I'd like to . Do you have to pay to do instant messaging ?
Oh , no . You can register for free . Just go to the yahoo website and it will tell you how to do it .
what do you do if people want to talk to you online but you don't want to talk to them ?
well , you can always block them . When I don't feel like talking to certain people online , that's what I do .
what's your email address ? I'll add you to my contacts list .
it's aubreyinchina@yahoo . com .
cool . We can meet up in a chat room sometime or just chat online using messenger . thanks for your help .
don't mention it .
It's a private garden .
I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish .
Well , fish it will be then .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
What's happening at the far end ?
That's the packing line . The goods are being wrapped and loaded onto pallets ready for transportation .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later .
Ok , good luck to you .
Reruns ?
That means our local TV station is showing old episodes . You can watch reruns of nearly every old sitcom .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
Excuse me ?
Let me show you the way . Please follow me .
Thank you very much . It ' s very kind of you .
My pleasure .
This is it ?
It ' s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ' t working .
I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you .
Are they quiet rooms ?
Well they are facing the street
but there's a lovely view .
We'd like quiet rooms thanks .
Of course
Oh , thank you very much .
Please hold the line . I ' ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need .
How do I contact them ?
I ' ll give you their phone number . It ' s 601 789 5634 .
Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ?
First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ' t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves .
I see . What else ?
We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones .
Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ' t seem like a waste of time and money .
Trust me , regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs .
Thank you .
this is a very nice place . How long have you been living here now ?
just over three weeks . Would you like a drink ?
sure , what do you have ?
I've got white wine , red wine , gin and tonics , ginger ale , lemonade , orange juice , and sprite .
I'll have a glass of red wine please .
one glass of red wine coming up !
so how many people are coming for the dinner tonight ?
there's just going to be 6 of us tonight .
oh , I thought there were going to be eight . who isn't coming ?
Marcia and Paul called to cancel at the last moment . Paul was running late and Marcia wasn't feeling well .
that's too bad . They ' re such good company .
I think there's someone at the door .
excuse me while I go and get that .
Here you go .
I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here .
Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ?
I'm sorry , we cannot make corrections on these . You'll have to bring another one with the correct amount , I'm afraid .
We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . we certainly don ' t want a highjack to happen on our plane today .
It looks more like a toy , or a cool briefcase !
Indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
Who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
Well then , what are your spoils ?
Well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ' t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood .
Did your husband's family get to meet your family ?
My husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed that the wedding party should be less about money and more about family .
That makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ?
We waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa .
You really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ?
Not at all , but we don ' t have a very traditional marriage either , so it suited us perfectly !
You ' re sure we ' re not forgetting anything ?
I ' m sure ... we ' Ve got all our bases covered .
Well , let ' s get going then ! I love road trips !
Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ?
But we ' Ve only been on the road for ten minutes .
I know , but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left .
Great . I look forward to meeting you .
See you then .
See you .
Look , this one matches our room and it's inexpensive .
Moreover , it's easy to clean , right ? You are really lazy .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock .
You said it . You know , they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Definitely . Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ?
I would like to come in on Tuesday .
I will write you in for that day at 4
I would like to see Dr . Smith .
I will write you in on that doctor ' s schedule . See you then .
Where is it ?
It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ' t leave any blank spaces . When you ' re done bring the application to me .
Okay . Thanks .
Me too .
But I thought it was . Anyway . I am in a hurry . Here is the money .
It kept me awake .
Oh , I'm sorry .
It kept me awake a couple of hours .
I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud .
It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me .
It's true . It was a bit loud .
I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future .
Oh , it's no problem . It ' s OK . You know , it only happened once .
I am glad we've straightened everything out .
It ' s this Tuesday .
You can ' t be serious .
Why would I joke ?
Thanks for telling me .
You should ' Ve known already .
I forgot .
As long as you go vote , that ' s all that matters .
Thank you so much !
Not at all .
while you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way .
actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
my pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
Just killing time until I find something to do . What are you going to do ?
It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing . What's wrong with us ?
You wanna shoot some hoops ?
I already tried to call up some of the guys , but they are all busy .
Where's your girlfriend ? I thought you were going out with her today .
She's out shopping with her friends .
Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then .
Aright . Do you have any cigarettes ?
I only have a couple left . Why don't you pick some up on the way .
Ok . See you there in about 30 minutes .
Aright . See you there .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
Yeah , their expressions were exactly the same !
Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine .
Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ?
No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch .
But you didn't eat anything today .
Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant .
All right . I'm going to the McDonald's .
For what ? I thought you didn't like western food .
No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week .
That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food .
Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one .
That's for sure . It's always hard for the parents to say no to their children .
Thank you .
All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund .
Thanks . I'll put it in a safe place .
No , I am still single .
Can you tell me something about your family ?
Ok . There are four persons in my family , my parents , my elder sister and me .
I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do .
Right , so you didn ' t get lost ?
I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China . They soon showed me the way !
Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income .
I hope so .
The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ' m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years .
If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ?
Hmm ... I think I am ready for a new challenge . I've put a good team together at my present company , and I think If I want to take the next step in my career , it's time for me to move on .
One isn ' t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers .
I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school .
Yes , sometimes .
She is certainly not my kind of girl .
Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes .
You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either .
I appreciate the saying ' Love consists in this , that two solitude protect , border and salute each other . '
No , this is my first .
Is there anything you want to ask about ?
I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ?
Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ?
Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere .
All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun .
Thank you . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
It is necessary for you to walk on the street . Otherwise , it will be not good to wear high heeled shoes .
That makes sense . I will do it .
You do need to take some medicines with you . Just in case .
Good idea .
The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so .
Where do we get off the bus ?
Right behind Macy's is a bus stop .
The stop is really at the mall ?
It's in the middle of the parking lot .
That's perfect .
I know it is .
Thank you .
I'm most grateful .
It was a pleasure .
This color is becoming to you , too .
Yes , I think so . How much are they ?
The pink one is 30 yuan , and the purple one is 35 yuan .
I am afraid this is the biggest size we have .
Oh , that's too bad .
Maybe you would like to try this one with the willow pattern . The price is the same and it's bigger .
Check , check and check .
What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ?
Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ?
As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid .
No problem , I'll settle that now . You can take it from my Business Account .
We are allowed to use a calculator in class ?
Mr . : Yes . By the way , review today's notes this evening . We may have a small quiz tomorrow .
All right . Please wait for a minute .
I'm going out in about half an hour .
What time will you be back ?
Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose .
We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return .
OK . I'll do that .
Thank you very much , sir .
I didn ' t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted .
Congratulations ! You do have the right attitude .
I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly .
Let me think . How much did you have in mind ?
5 000 yuan per month .
That's a lot of money . Let me think about it carefully .
You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures .
It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie .
Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes .
I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling .
I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong .
Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ?
No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ' t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak .
Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role .
I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ' re going to start making it and when it ' s scheduled for release ?
I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one .
I hope so , too .
Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late .
Okay , let's go !
Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 .
I ' d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ...
Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next . You don't have insurance ?
No , not for this country .
How about traveler's insurance ?
No , I didn't think I ' d need it .
Can you pay cash , then ?
Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain .
All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job .
I know . I am sorry that I yelled at you .
Can I borrow some money ?
Sure , how much do you need ?
About 50 dollars .
That's no problem .
Thanks . I'll pay you back on Friday .
That'll be fine . Here you are .
What are you going to do now ?
I'm going to buy some books and then I'm going to the gas station .
If you wait a minute I can go with you .
OK . I'll wait for you .
Thank you .
Today ' s interview is for us to get to know a little about you . And the interview will last a little bit longer . So , if you ' re comfortable , I want to ask you some questions .
I'll be there in time .
All right . Bye .
Bye .
I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project .
Can you work under pressure ?
Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ' t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work .
What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ?
There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy .
How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ?
I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive . Some of them change their attitude later .
I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J .
One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ' t you ?
Yes , that's right .
Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight !
Thanks !
You're welcome .
His name is Tony and we met my first night in Pathos . He works with my sister who lives there .
Was it love at first sight ?
Not really . I wasn ' t looking for a holiday romance , but my sister told me that she had promised him that she ' d set him up on blind date with me . I didn ' t think I ' d have anything to lose , so I went .
And ?
Let ' s just say that by the third date , we both realized that we had fallen in love .
That happened quickly ! Are you going to see him again ?
Luckily , his company has a position available here , so he ' s going to see if he can get relocated .
It sounds like he is madly in love with you . Are you ready for such a serious relationship ?
Well , I ' m not really a spring chicken anymore . We don ' t know what will happen .
I'm in computing . I work for Macrohard .
Macrohard , eh ?
What do you do ?
I have my own company that designs computer systems .
Can you carry out major repairs here ?
Yes , we've got all the necessary equipment . We can give the engines a major overhaul . If there's a serious problem , we strip down the engine and find the faulty component . Would you like to look around ?
Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ?
All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes .
Then I will buy some tomorrow .
Why do you want to buy so much ?
Because I want to send them to my friends .
I see .
Of course you can call the police if you want . That's not what I mean . I'm just saying that they probably won't do anything .
I suppose . What can they do ? I don't even know who he is .
Listen , Carol . Don't let this bother you too much . Probably it's nothing . Just keep your eyes open when you go out . If you see him a third time , and if he follows you again , then I think we should go to the police . But for now , just try not to worry .
Alright . And I won't go to that cafe for awhile .
You ' re right . This one costs less , but is more beautiful .
Will the luster fade out after some time ?
No , we guarantee the quality .
Ok . Can I try it on ?
Certainly , the mirror is right here .
I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please .
Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day .
Thank you and bye-bye !
Brings back memories ?
What time should I arrive ?
How about 6:00 ?
Fine . See you then .
Bob .
Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes .
That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him .
What was the meeting about ?
We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient .
It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient .
Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ?
You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details .
Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ?
You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information .
That's a good idea , I think I will try that at the next meeting .
Toss a coin to decide then .
Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too .
I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then .
Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat .
That's not nice .
You can always go home and make something to eat .
I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here .
Sorry . That's not my fault .
Yes . These posters are new . I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday .
Are you a member of his fan club ?
I was , but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet , so I ' m not a member now .
Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month ?
Of course ! I bought two copies .
Two copies ? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of , right ?
Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn .
OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff .
Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ?
Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys .
Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ?
He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do .
Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science .
Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic !
I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world .
I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day .
Well , OK . you are always right .
There is none now because he likes to destroy toys .
But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ?
Yes , I am annoyed by this , too .
And you still buy him new ones ?
Yes , I think so .
You will spoil him .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Hopefully by tomorrow evening . Which hotel are you going to stay ?
At the down town Hilton Hotel .
When is the expected date of your departure ?
I'm going to return next week .
What arts and crafts are you interested in this time ?
I hope to import some silk from Hangzhou to Germany . Can you help me ?
Sure , I'll certainly help you do it .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty .
Please fill in this exchange form , and I'll need to see your passport , and sign here . That's the money and your passport back . Of course , if you don't spend all of it , you can come back and we'd be happy to buy the local currency back from you .
The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it .
Where can I find the bus ?
The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Sure , a promise is a promise .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
He ' s a famous American musician .
Who ' s the author ?
It was written by Howard Sounds .
What do you think about it ?
It ' s great ! I ' Ve learned a lot from reading it .
Can I read it when you ' re done ?
Sure , bob ! I ' m on chapter 12 now , so I ' m almost finished .
How many chapters does the book have ?
There are 15 chapters in total .
When do you think you ' ll have finished reading it ?
I should be done by Friday . I ' ll give it to you in class then .
Thanks . Charlie !
No problem . Bob .
But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself .
Forget about it !
Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ?
It will be a long story . We have many differences , for example , she usually puts all her clothes into washing machine . That is the sort of thing I can not bear .
That's very honest of you . Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time .
Sure . He ' ll get the bag . I think .
You'd better leave her alone .
But she always harps on me .
Just tell her off .
Yes , great !
I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ?
lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines .
They just announced the boarding call .
Then we've got to get going .
OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing .
Thank you again for all your help .
Bye .
No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut .
How much are they ?
Well , the sale price is $ 1 each .
What does a mango taste like ?
They're like a citrus fruit .
How do I know if it's ripe ?
You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel .
Where do they come from ?
Most of them in this store are from Mexico .
Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 .
What do you think about Cold Wind ?
I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart .
So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ?
Well . I don't like Your Lips very much .
Why ?
I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ' s top ten , if you ask me .
Really ? But it's my favorite .
Why ? I don ' t want to have nail polish or anything like that !
They don ' t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish !
Yeah , sounds like something I should definitely do .
No , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first 6 months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
Do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
No , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
How long is your contract for ?
That's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
Have you started looking yet ?
Not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
I already looked .
Did it say anything ?
It said that the book is on the shelf , but it isn ' t .
I ' m sure I can get it from another library .
Could you do that ?
I ' ll let you know when I get the book in .
That ' s great . Thank you so much .
Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second .
Do you bring some gifts along ?
That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand .
Is it the same practice for all families ?
Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday .
I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax .
Well , for city dwellers , the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days . While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized , the festival lasts ten days .
Actually , it's not the fault of the mobile phone . But people should have a proper attitude towards it . Mobile phone is a tool serving people , not the fetters restricting them .
From my savings account .
Where are you transferring the money to ?
I would like it transferred to my checking account .
How much ?
I want to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all ?
Yes . That will be all .
Where are you staying ?
I live in the Holiday Inn Lido Hotel .
Oh , it's not very far . And as far as I know it is a fancy place .
Yes , it is . Do you know where I can get a town map ?
We sell them , right here .
Great , do you have any for foreigners ? I mean English version ?
It's delicious .
What sort of western food do you like best ?
I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ?
I find the Chinese dishes wonderful .
Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night .
It's still early .
Thanks for the compliment .
You certainly deserve it . Let's celebrate !
It should be back on in the next couple of days .
Do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down .
So , I don't have to pay for it ?
No , not until your cable comes back on .
Okay , thanks for everything .
You're welcome , and I apologize for the inconvenience .
How do you like it ?
I like it so far . But my English still needs work .
I want to study Mandarin and international relations .
Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters ?
They teach regular characters .
I see . I'm from Taiwan , so I know regular characters better than simplified .
You just said your English needs work , yes ?
Yes , that's true . Especially my writing . I think my papers aren't good enough . I make too many grammatical mistakes .
Well , I am very serious about learning Chinese . But for me the hard part now is pronunciation . You have the four tones in Chinese . It is very hard . Maybe , if you have time , maybe we could do a language exchange .
You mean you and I ?
Yes , why not ? I mean , if you come to this cafe often , maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English .
That sounds like a good idea . How often would you like to do it ?
Let's see ... My schedule right now is quite busy . But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange .
How would we manage it though ? How would we spend the 90 minutes ?
First , we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing . If you want , I could help you edit your papers . Or we could do English conversation . Whatever you want . And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese .
Would I help you with writing ?
No . For me right now , the important thing is spoken Chinese . I need practice . So you could tutor me in speaking . We could use my textbook , and you could ask me questions . Then you could correct my mistakes .
I think it sounds like a good system . But when is it convenient to meet ?
Well , today is Monday . Actually , for me Monday at this time would be the best . I am free from now until 11
Me too . In fact , I'm free until 1
So if you want to meet at 10
It sounds good . I will bring the papers I'm working on .
And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder . I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own .
Let me give you my phone number .
Sure . I'll give you mine too . Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason .
I'll try the soya-bean milk this time .
So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk .
That's right .
Thank you , sir . Just a moment , please .
How about today at 6 o'clock ?
Yes , I can be there at 6 .
Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ?
I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest .
If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me .
Is there anything that I need to bring with me ?
No . I won't need to see anything except your driver's license .
Can we see the menu , please ?
I'll bring it over .
Anything good for this evening ?
We have squirrel shaped mandarin fish , seeds prawn , etc .
Very good , we'll take them all .
Yes , I have . I tried once when I visited your country last year . I think they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
Certainly I can . I'll buy some from the butcher's and cook for you next Sunday .
That sounds great . I'll bring a bottle of wine then .
Really ? I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
I guess it could happen .
In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas .
It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent .
Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself .
Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ' s easy to go anywhere from here and it ' s near the place where I work ?
I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ?
Twice a week for work and once for shopping .
In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university .
That's true . Ok , I will think about it .
One class is on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p . m . to 4 .
And the other class ?
That class is from ten to twelve on Monday and Wednesday .
Are you sure these are the only open classes ?
Yes , I am sure .
Okay , sign me up for the class on Monday and Wednesday .
Very well then .
I'll put all that into the bag for you .
Do I owe you anything for the sauce , pepper and napkins ?
No , there is no charge for those .
I see .
Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl
How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ?
There's some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony . So you need to go to a school , yes , and learn from your teacher and their hierarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go , climb up the ladder in the hierarchy .
OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone !
What ? ! You did that ? ? ! ! !
Tomorrow afternoon , Um ... you see , I've made an appointment with Mr . Comet for tomorrow afternoon . In order to meet Mr . Zhang , I have to cancel the appointment with Mr . Comet , I'm afraid .
I'm terribly sorry , Mr Miller , but Mr . Zhang is really busy this week .
I understand . When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ?
Please let me check . Tomorrow afternoon - Yes , he'll be free from 2:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ?
Yes , that's quite all right for me .
I ' Ve been accepted !
Are you serious ?
I ' m serious .
Good for you !
NYU was my first choice , but UCLA is just fine .
I ' m so proud of you .
Thanks . I ' m proud of myself , too .
You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit .
OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ?
Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one .
I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ?
In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on .
I see .
It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ?
I have a lot of them .
Show me the one made of plastic .
OK , here you are .
Thank you .
A risk I would never take ...
Then you haven't browsed eBay before ... get online . Don't hang up !
Have you thought about wearing a hat ?
Everywhere I go ?
Well , it's one way to get through the in-betweens if you really want to grow it out !
Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold .
OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does .
He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well .
Really ?
He's quite a patient teacher , too .
Fine .
You're going to like him . Everybody says he's a nice guy .
That's the most important thing .
It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid .
Forget about it .
When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway .
Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well .
I appreciate that , thank you .
OK ... there we go . Thanks very much .
Let ' s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large .
Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper .
Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please .
What ' s that smell ?
Perhaps we should move on to the next listing .
They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ...
Oh , so organic vegetables are the ' green ' option , right ?
Yup , better for the environment and better for us !
Wait a minute , what's that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ?
I like doughnuts .
That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes .
When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her .
It seems you two bring out the best of one another .
Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me .
Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other .
Thanks , I think so too .
I would love large curly fries .
Would you like anything to drink ?
Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi .
Will that be all ?
Yeah , that's it . Thank you .
Your total comes to $ 5 . 48 .
Here you go . Thank you very much .
I see . And I'll always be devoted to you .
Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry .
I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie .
My love will grow , like a river to flow .
It can't be dry , and can't die .
I don't know whether we are in a dream .
Aha , Aha ...
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
It's not too late . Go to buy some now .
Those patio tables are new , aren't they ? Would it be possible to be seated out there ?
An outside table is available right now if you would like to be seated immediately .
We would love to sit outside . Thanks for your help !
Here is your table , and now may I take your drink order while you are considering what to have for dinner ?
Yes , could you please bring us a pitcher of margaritas and four glasses while we are figuring out our dinner order ?
I'll put your drink order in and be right back to get your dinner order .
We'll be ready to order by the time you get back !
No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic .
Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size .
OK . Do you have the receipt with you ? I think they will ask you to show them the receipt first .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
Don ' t use office phones for personal matters .
I got it .
Never ever come to work drunk , also smoking in the office is not allowed .
I see .
Yeah . Other than that , the real feature are the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ?
Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in .
Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ?
Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move .
I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention .
Cool . Thanks .
I'm sure a spot will open up soon .
Oh , look ! There's a spot open next to the public restroom ! Can I take it ?
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
Oh , I guess I really did get ripped off .
About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library .
I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ?
Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes .
Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway .
I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now .
Doesn't your mother live in the city ?
Yes , she's lived there for about ten years .
I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then .
I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now .
Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker .
See you later .
yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district .
that's true .
anyway , how was your such , Catherine ?
it was good . I brough lunch from home today .
you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America .
well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy .
i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat .
yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ?
you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America .
well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places .
seriously ?
yeah , it's hard to believe but true .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ?
Not today .
What do you mean ?
I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board . At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something .
Why ?
Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar .
Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ?
I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense .
Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ?
So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true . They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar .
That's amazing ! Really ? How could it change so much in two days ?
You ' re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style
No wonder you never buy me a new dress .
That ' s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ' s good for kids to see wild animals .
I agree . I ' m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ' t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways .
I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced .
That ' s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well .
Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare .
Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals .
Yes , I have . They do an excellent job .
Fine , but I ' m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me .
I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it !
He ' s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway !
Whatever ! Alright , I ' ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ' ll agree that I get the silver tea set .
How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ' t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ' s next ? What about these old photographs ?
Which ones ? Let me have a look . Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ?
Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ...
... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ...
Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ' t we ?
Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ' t reconcile and try again ? I still love you .
Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ' m so glad we didn ' t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle .
The motorcycle ? But that ' s mine !
Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ?
No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish .
I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ?
Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand .
Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ?
That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay .
Let's see . The label says it's got " attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . " Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now .
It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely .
All right . What varietal is that ?
Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess .
And you think this is a good wine ?
Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma .
Perfect ! I'll take it !
Right there .
Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ...
Yes , it's Mel Gibson .
Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ?
I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ?
I can't do that .
Why not ?
Maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people .
How so ?
He is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them .
Poor Mary ! She really liked him .
Anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better .
Do you think they ' ll get back together ?
No , I don ' t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ' t change her mind .
I hope she ' ll recover soon .
So do I .
... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat .
And Steve is going to look after you until we come back .
Yes , it ' s half price . It ' s supposed to be too large-that ' s the fashion .
I might get one too , but in a different colour . I prefer light blue to while .
There . It looks great , don ' t you think ? I ' m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I need a new pair . I ' m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter .
I ' m getting this beret -- doesn ' t it look cool ? I ' d like to get some jeans too , but I don ' t have enough cash on me .
Don ' t worry . I ' Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later .
Thanks ! Now I don ' t need to come back to the shop a second time .
Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number .
OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ?
No later than tomorrow .
Thanks .
Well , I ' m a college student . How about you ?
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section .
You're embarrassed , aren't you ? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy . The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her ...
I'm really glad to hear that
Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon .
Good-bye , Mr White . A happy journey home , and hope to see you again soon .
Seldom .
That's OK . How can my salary be improved ?
Your quantity sold is beyond the required by more than 30 % .
Oh , it ' s one of those places .
Yeah , is your club different ?
Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ' t so many people .
Do they have a lot of equipment ?
Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna .
Sounds nice . What about classes ?
The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too .
Wow , that sounds great .
Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ' t you come with me tonight ?
Really ? Thanks . I ' ll stop by when I get off work .
Perfect . See you later .
O . K . , see you .
This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ' s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy .
Can any mp make a law ?
Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law .
I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties .
Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ' s . most mp ' s vote the way their party wants them to .
How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ?
They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Votes who often change the party they vote for are called floating voters .
All right . Let ' s go .
And about time too .
Well , children usually resemble their parents .
It ' s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is .
You often like comparing children with their parents .
You ' re right .
I can understand the problem with that .
Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ?
No problem , do you want those classes still ?
Yes , I do .
Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day .
Thank you very much .
Yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ?
Yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction .
That's very convenient .
It is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ?
Yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ?
The maximum is $ 1000 .
Is there a penalty for having an overdraft ?
Yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the account . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards .
That's true . Is everything alright with my documents ?
They're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ?
What time exactly ?
I need it delivered at 12 .
We can have it to you at that time .
That's not a problem ?
We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock .
That's great ! Thank you very much .
That ' s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard .
No , you can ' t do that . There isn ' t much water in the wagon . And we need the water for drinking .
Hmm ... that ' s a bit out of my price range . Can you give me a better deal ?
This is an exclusive design by marco ! It ' s a bargain at that price .
Well , I don ' t know . I think I ' ll shop around .
Okay , okay , how about one hundred dollars ?
That ' s still more than I wanted to spend . What if I take both dresses ?
Okay , I can give you a special discount , just because you seem like a nice person . One hundred and ninety dollars for both .
I don ' t know ... It ' s still a bit pricey ... Thanks anyway .
my final price ! One hundred dollars for both ! That ' s two for the price of one . That ' s my last offer !
Great ! You ' Ve got a deal !
Good-bye .
Turn on the radio ? What for ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to some music ? And who ' ll cook dinner ? Will you ?
Ok , I will . But let ' s go to a disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate pop .
Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam .
Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ?
Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them .
Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart !
But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late .
Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ?
Yes , some people even pack up his bed quilt and sleep there . That's a little bit crazy .
Oh , that ' s great . Thanks Grace . Can you give me her number ? I ' ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow . Maybe this way I won ' t be so tired every day , and Dan and I might even get to go on a date once in a while .
That's OK .
What do you do in your spare time ?
I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes .
I just like to sleep like a lazy cat .
That's a bad habit .
All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now .
That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take .
Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes -- one at a state level and one at a federal level ?
That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead .
I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan .
No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation .
Yeah , I guess it's the same in the UK , I just never paid much attention . See you later !
That's a good idea . Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
You should take their advice . They know what's best for you .
But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing .
But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun .
Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age .
And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too .
You're right . Thank you for the advice .
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
Can you describe his appearance to me ?
He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1 . 4 meters .
OK , I see . Dear Daniel , please come to the broadcasting station when you've heard this , your mother is waiting for you . If other tourists see a boy in a blue sportswear and a pair of white sportsshoes , 1 . 4 meters , please ask him to go to the broadcasting station . Thank you !
Why , she's only $ 29 . 95 .
Well , that's reasonable . I'll take it .
Excellent . Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you .
The total will be $ 32 . 42 . Will that be cash ?
Oh , cash will be fine .
Here's your change . Thank you for shopping with us .
Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ?
No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there .
Do you need a ride home ?
I live in the dorms across the street , so I ' ll be OK .
OK , then , hope you feel better soon . Check your e-mail for missed assignments .
Sure . It ' s like understanding on the telephone -- -- you can ' t see the speaker ! It ' s great for improving listening comprehension .
It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ' t it ?
It certainly does . But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress .
take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ' ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall .
thanks a lot .
you ' re welcome .
by the way , how long does it take ?
without traffic , it takes about an hour .
I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ?
yes , I think so . It doesn ' t close until 5 o ' clock . You still have plenty of time .
great ! Thank you !
my pleasure , and have a good time !
In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed .
Thanks a lot .
Don't lose this receipt , because insurance companies are very difficult about helping when they don't have the right paperwork .
I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk .
Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep .
I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them .
What did they say about the air conditioning ?
They said it is centrally controlled . All the rooms are the same . They can't change it .
That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ?
You can wear more clothes .
Yes , but I think it's probably for the best .
Won't you get lonely ?
Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something .
Absolutely . Take my word for it .
Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration .
Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ?
I ' m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks .
What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening !
That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation .
To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time .
Thank you again !
You're right . We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow .
Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain .
The weatherman predicts a fine day today .
The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast .
Exactly . Nescafe is the world's favorite coffee . People love it all over the world .
I agree . I heard that in the western countries , almost everyone likes coffee . Is that true ?
Yes . No doubt about that . For us , coffee is more a living style rather than a simple drink . I heard Chinese people don't drink that much coffee .
No , we don't , especially the elder people . But more and more young people fall for coffee nowadays .
I suppose so . That's probably why there are so many wonderful coffee houses in China now .
The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet .
Is that why it won't turn on ?
If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on .
I did not know that .
You should check the connections .
I'm going to do that .
Tell me if it's still not working .
I will remind you to get off .
Thank you .
My pleasure .
You are welcome . And , please call me Betty .
I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English .
Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ?
We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ?
Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments .
All right , I see .
don ' t say that yet . A new project could suddenly appear .
that ' s true . Right . I ' m going back to the meeting . It ' s been going on for hours and there ' s no indication that it ' ll end soon .
carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work .
good . I have to go right now . I really hope this meeting doesn ' t last too long .
they usually go on for ages .
I ' ll stop by if I have time later . Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines .
I will . Enjoy your meeting !
Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most .
All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World .
Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty .
No , before the In dynasty .
Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well .
Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea .
Sir , our guests are our reason for being .
There shouldn't be any long lines , sir .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists , scientist and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Dickens very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ?
There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ...
The list goes on and on !
Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management .
So , I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7 . That's really thoughtful of you . And I have to say , I love the new look of the bank .
Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends .
How many bottles have you got with you ?
Four bottles .
I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many .
What shall I do with my two more bottles ?
You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe .
All right , thank you , see you .
See you . Have a good journey .
Can you give me the specifics ?
Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 .
That sounds fair .
No problem . Good night .
Ah , ah , you promised , and remember ?
Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor .
Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days .
That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ?
I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not .
Well , take care of yourself . And hope you will be better as soon as possible .
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
absolutely .
do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information .
A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar .
The cream and sugar are on the table , sir .
Oh , yes .
Would you like to order some dessert ?
What comes with the special ?
Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake .
I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream .
Yes , sir .
Waiter , may I have my check , please ?
Here you are , sir . Pay the cashier at the door .
I haven't heard anything about it .
Can you make it ?
What time does it start ?
The party starts at 8 .
Yeah , I think I'll go .
Am I going to see you there ?
You will .
Yes , we live a happy life together .
So I take it you are not interested .
No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then .
Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule .
That will be fine . When can I see him ?
Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule .
Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon .
How are you going to get there ?
By bus , of course .
I am sure my friend can give you a ride .
Great . By the way , what does your friend do ?
He is a lawyer .
Ok , see you then .
See you .
Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please .
Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving .
No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving .
The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ?
OK . If any of the articles was damaged during moving , you may make a claim for compensation with our department .
Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago .
My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot .
You're quite welcome .
Yes , I ' d love another glass . You ' re a wonderful host . Thank you for everything .
It ' s my pleasure having you here .
Was he out with the guys from the bank ?
Yes , I think so .
Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk .
Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know .
Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife .
No , she left him last year .
Oh , really ? Do you know why ?
Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ?
He lost his wallet and keys .
Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police .
Oh , no .
Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story
So then what happened ?
Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out .
Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation .
Yes , I know .
I want to deposit cash .
How much are you depositing ?
I would like to deposit $ 300 .
What account do you want your money in ?
I want to deposit it into my checking account .
Do you need anything else ?
No . That ' s all . Thank you .
What do you mean ?
I mean , what ' s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows .
Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window .
What ' s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ?
Paranoid ? I ' m not paranoid ! I ' m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis .
OK , well , what did you want to see me about ?
You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful !
You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea .
No , there is an updated virgin , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes .
I don ' t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time .
I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight .
Anyway , I don ' t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that .
Don ' t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher .
I don ' t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ' m not knowing who is reading it .
Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ?
The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece .
Good . Why do people name it Olympics ?
They name it after the place where it was first held .
Who started the modern Olympics ?
This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin .
What did people call him ?
Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' .
What did he do for restoring the Olympics ?
He once made a speech on the ' Renaissance of the Olympics ' .
Well , that's for all . Excellent !
I've told you I'm an expert .
Ok , but it's only for this time .
What's the damage ?
It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % .
Check , please .
OK . Let's go
I intend to invite him to dinner .
yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed !
why didn't you do a good job ?
I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank .
do you think you studied enough for the exam ?
no ...
what did you do last night ?
I watched TV .
did you study at all last night for your exam ?
no , not really .
I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ?
tomorrow .
alright . Get out your books and I'll help you prepare .
you're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering .
what other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ?
quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St . Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark
what's there after that ?
well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world .
what are all they for ?
most of them are office buildings , huge department stores , and hotels but some are just private homes . New York is one of the financial centers of the words so there are lots of very expensive places .
Well , its theme is moving and profound , so from the academic aspect , this is its advantage to win the award .
I don't think so .
I thought you knew .
Maybe we did miss our stop .
Really ?
I'm positive that we missed our stop .
I'm never catching the bus with you again .
My mistake .
Yeah . It'll be a shoppers heaven . That's the use of net in E-commerce .
Oh good ! Can I bring anything ?
We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes .
I am assuming that the dress is casual .
Dress casually and bring your bathing suit !
Wonderful . Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there .
When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese .
You should always keep in mind , the more you practice , the better English you can speak .
What ? You mean strap myself to a flimsy kite ? No , thank you ! Next !
Mmm . OK . Well , why don ' t you tell me a little bit more about what you would like ? We have everything from mountain biking , to rock climbing to street luge .
I ' m thinking something exciting but safer .
I have the perfect option , this package will take you on a hiking trip through the Himalayas for three days and afterwards there ' s a dog sledding journey !
That ' s more like it !
OK , thank you .
The film will start at 2
Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ?
In my parking lot , at 2pm .
All right . See you then .
I apologize for their tardiness .
I was late for work because of them .
Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience .
I want my money back for the delivery .
Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem .
It shouldn't be a problem .
I'm going to refund your money right now .
It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend .
I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm .
This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen .
I know . Every day the weather seems different .
I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable .
That would make it easier for us to make plans .
I know . Things are easier when you know what the weather's going to be like .
The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes .
How are they at swimming ?
They ' re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ' s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ' re not very fast , but that ' s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape .
Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters .
I ' d be afraid to jump from that height !
I think that these kinds haven ' t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher .
It seems that they really enjoy to go faster , higher and further .
OK . We'll take it .
Anything else ?
A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce .
How about drink ?
Coffee , only black coffee ,
Oh , your classmates took you in .
Only then did I realize it was April Fools ' Day .
It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ?
I'm afraid not , sir .
What a pity !
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
Do you know that soda doesn't quench your thirst ?
Why not ?
Soda is really bad for you .
I don't know what else to drink .
You're supposed to drink water when you're dehydrated .
I would like some water .
That's what will keep you from being thirsty .
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
well , I think you should come and have some fun . Besides you never know maybe he likes you as well . You should at least try .
Well , it is very beautiful .
Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink .
Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside !
I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice .
Mango juice would be perfect . Thank you !
All right , ma'am .
The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription .
I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ?
Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription .
Now what ?
I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again .
Okay , this is the third time .
What ? How come ? The third time ?
You don't have to know . Bye for now .
Be careful .
I'd like to check in on October 12th and check out the 15th .
Okay , let me see what we have . For how many ?
One . And , if possible , I'm looking for a non-smoking room .
Sure , we have a non-smoking queen with an ocean view for $ 189 or a standard room with a courtyard view for $ 139 a night .
I'd like to book the standard room .
Okay , your last name ?
Rama .
And , your first name ?
Jeff .
Okay , I have you booked in a standard non-smoking queen , checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th . What major credit card would you like to use to guarantee the reservation ?
A Visa .
The number and expiration ?
It's 7388-2424- 3535-1818 and the expiration is 05/08 .
Your confirmation number is PD672 . Is there anything else I help you with ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
Have a nice day and thanks you for calling Dutton Hotels .
I am afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
Fine . Here you go .
How much would you like to withdraw ?
Is it OK to withdraw USD ?
That's fine .
OK , 200 USD , please .
Here's your money , your card and your passport . Please double check the amount for me .
Perfect . Thanks !
Wow , that's really old .
Yes , I like collecting antiques .
Why don't you get a new one ?
I don't know . I like this one , and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones .
Really , what makes you say that ?
Well , I just need to make and receive calls , and it's quite reliable . I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things , the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong , you know ? I mean , this camera function , for instance-how often do you use it ?
Sometimes , but I guess not very often . It's more for fun . Sometimes when I'm on a trip , for example , I can take a picture and send it to my kids . Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately .
Well , that's nice I guess . So how many kids do you have ?
Three . Two boys and a girl .
Well , that's not far away .
Could you point me in that direction ?
Do you know what the room number is ?
It's C261 .
My next class is around there .
Can you show it to me ?
Sure , let's go .
I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base .
you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa .
did they mention that in the article ?
yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary .
that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has .
I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels .
it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room !
what a waste . It's good to see some stars that are more concerned with charity than status symbols .
En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it .
I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey .
The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ...
I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good .
That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time .
Right . The city life has made us tired and out of energy , while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings .
What's the rent for a year ?
15,000 Yuan , including water , but electricity and gas .
Where is it located ?
It's in International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes ' walk from the nearest subway station .
That's great . But can you make the rent cheaper , let's see , 12,000 Yuan ?
The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ?
OK . I will be free at tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there .
All right , see you .
What should I take first ?
That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law .
Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself .
Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back .
Where are you taking all this stuff ?
Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ?
You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month .
Yes , that's true , but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away .
How much ?
It ' s only $ 5 .
That ' s not too bad .
I know it ' s not .
Here ' s the money for the book .
Thank you for your payment .
You are very welcome .
I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him .
Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ?
Yes , That's him over there - the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ?
Thanks , that's would be lovely . You ' r right , he is kind and nice looking .
Oh , then it'll be one dollar twenty five cents . Thank you .
The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association .
What else does he say ?
I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well .
What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you .
He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy .
Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ?
He can't write very much on a card , mum .
Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ?
Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us .
How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ?
Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each .
Is this the information here ? Well , let's take a look then ...
Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ?
It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well .
Let me see . Yes , they are perfectly matched !
True enough , until the time comes that you need to take my money . I don't know where you're wasting your money but I think you need to take a look at what's really important .
So how do you survive from pay day to pay day ?
I don't just survive . I put money away as well . I know when I get paid where most of the cash will go , and I stick to my plan . If I follow a budget I don't have any nasty surprises .
I'm not disciplined enough I guess .
In a few months I'm planning to invest my money into some foreign companies . I think you need to reevaluate your spending habits .
It ' s my honor to be one member of your company . I ' d like to begin to work any time as you like .
Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss .
No problem . Thank you for calling me .
You ' re welcome .
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
That's OK . We'll contact you the moment we hear from home .
Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ?
Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure , I hope your visit to Beijing is very enjoyable !
Oh , I see . Thank you anyway .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
Oh , I think she wants to do this thing in memory of her father .
I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! '
I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today .
I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves .
That's fine . Thank you .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
Oh , she is .
You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others .
Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim .
Yean . Around five feet five inches tall .
What's the regular price ?
Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do .
Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up .
That's fine , madam .
By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please .
Yes , madam .
Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment .
Wow , crikey . So what happened ?
Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman .
Wow .
Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ?
I have no idea what you're talking about .
Oh , come on . Everybody knows .
Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call
Oh , sure .
The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ?
Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs . Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her .
My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ?
July 4 , the National Holiday .
Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ?
Jenny plans to hold it in church .
Who is the best man ?
Guess !
Nobody is OK , but you !
You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man .
Did you promise him ?
Yes , I did .
Take it three times a day .
Can I take it with food ?
You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol .
Are there any side effects with this medication ?
You might get a little dizzy , but that is it .
Correct ! What about you , Fred ?
I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste .
Don't overdo it .
Shall we have a drink someday ?
I get drunk easily .
Certainly .
OK . I can afford to take a fell days off work .
have you been working hard recently ?
yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other Sy
I have a bad headache , but ...
don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use an
thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
I see ! Do you want to ask her out ?
sure , but how ?
you can ask her out for drink after work .
but for what reasons ? She doesn't even know who I am .
then you've got a lot of homework to do . You need to get her notice first .
easier said than done .
you can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying hello to her .
but I always get tongue-tied when I see her .
that's something you need to overcome . Men should make the first move as most of girls prefer being chased .
I see . I'll try .
good luck !
That ' s why it was so weird traveling from Beijing to LA ! Because of the huge time difference , even though we left Beijing at noon and flew for more than eight hours , we still arrived in LA the same day at noon ! It ' s like we went back in time !
Just press ENTER and you've done .
Come on , Ted , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out .
What're you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you're feeling about her .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance ! Even though you are rejected , it's not the end of the world ! There's nothing to lose , is there ?
I don't know ... Well , maybe , you're right , but how am I going to tell her ?
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? And see if there is any mistake in it ?
Oh . All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
It's nothing Nancy .
Yes , but a football game is next .
Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games .
I just enjoy watching games .
You really shouldn't watch so much television .
We have an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ' t mind , as long as we get out work done on time .
My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ' t it ?
There ' s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ?
Yes , I do . I don ' t like it very much .
I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ' t mind it .
Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ?
My destination is Rockefeller Center .
What time do you want to leave the hotel ?
As soon as possible .
I'll call the taxi immediately , sir .
Okay , I'm coming downstairs now .
A brand new taxi is pulling up now .
We can check it and hand carry the small bags . And we have to open each for inspection .
Are they going to frisk all the passengers ?
I think so . We certainly don't want a hijack to happen on the plane today .
No . why don ' t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ?
Ok by me .
There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play .
OK , but they better tag lightly !
there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ?
I could really use a 5 % rise .
that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise .
listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities .
that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it .
that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ?
of course . It's be against the law if we didn't .
that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it .
you are welcome . Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling .
well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
it does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
that's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
how long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
good idea . That will help us to warm up .
if I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
Good idea .
Look for the blue signs and blue marked spaces . Do you usually park in the daytime or the evening ?
I park days and evenings .
Be careful about the time limits on the streets . Have you seen the signs for time limits ?
What signs ?
As long as you are careful reading the signs , you will always know how long you can park and what days are OK to park there . Are you aware of the curb colors ?
What curb colors ?
If you can remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means that you can only load and unload , you are going to be OK .
200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ?
It's only 4 . 5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ?
Yes , I think so .
OK . Please fill out this loan application .
All right . Thank you .
My pleasure .
How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information ?
I think it ' s fairly useful , but there are two big problems . First , a lot of the information you find online is false . Second , when you buy something online , you don ' t see it until you actually get it .
How do you solve the website problems when you ' re buying something online ?
What I do is find the website of shops . Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they ' re seen that the products are genuine and suitable .
Yes , Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP .
I'm sorry - I still don't understand .
You see , your professor wants every one in the class to read the chapter . If one student removes the book from the library , it is likely that none of the other students will have the opportunity to read it . So , your professor has insured that all students have the opportunity to read it by placing it on reserve .
So , will I be able to find this book ?
Yes , when a book is on reserve , a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book . The student can have the book for a few hours , and he or she MUST read it in the library during that time . That way , the book stays in the library , and all students have a chance to read it .
Okay . Thank you . I understand now .
Will there be anything else ?
No ! I am on my way to the reserve room . Thanks again !
Of course , this way please .
What kind of solution can I have now ? I nearly go crazy now .
But we still have to find one . Can we find Arden to check whether this is true or not ?
It seems that I have nothing to do , except this .
Face the reality . Maybe we can find the way to make up the loss .
Medium .
And what would you like to go with your steak ?
Peas and carrots .
Potatoes ?
Boiled .
Thank you .
Have you ever driven a car before ?
I drove a car before , but only once .
Are you aware of all the controls in the car ?
I already know all of them .
When would you like me to start teaching you ?
When do you have time ?
Call me tomorrow , and we'll get started .
Take some with you next time , just in case .
Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping .
You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ?
Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills .
Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine .
What ?
It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects .
I see .
The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more .
Well , the client is always right .
What else would I prepare , Sir ?
Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over .
Certainly .
And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it .
Of course . I'm on it
I was robbed this morning .
What did he take ?
He took my phone and my wallet .
Did you see his face ?
I saw him perfectly .
Could you pick him out of a line-up ?
I could do that .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
I don ' t believe it .
But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ?
Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ...
Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ?
Yes , ma'am . Whatever you say .
Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 .
I'll see you at the airport at 12:30 P . m .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality .
But you like a girl to be rich , surely ?
Not particularly . I like a girl to be good .
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
It happened at my house .
What was taken ?
I don't know .
How do you know there was a break-in ?
Someone busted my window .
I will send a squad car to your house right now .
Please do .
You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat !
You've got it ! But are we coming back for the music , or for the fruit ? !
Well , you're lucky that you're still able to make your payments . I missed a credit payment last month . Now my bank account's overdrawn , and the company is threatening to take back my purchases .
What did you buy ?
A new home health monitor .
Health Monitor ? I read an article about that racket . They ' re overpriced to begin with ! Listen , if I were you , I'd let them take back their monitor and spend my money on something more practical .
You're kidding !
No joke !
That's something else ! Maybe I'll return it to them .
it's his 50th birthday .
well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
say hello to your friends for me .
likewise . See you later .
Bye !
You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online .
Are there many things online ?
Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let ' s check it out online !
That's not a problem . I'll pop in later today to make a formal request . Thanks !
Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry .
Good idea .
( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ?
I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map
Sure , take your time . We have a whole day .
It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece .
Look at the museum guide . It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area . Let's rent an audio guide .
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
What else can I get for you ?
Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts .
That's going to be $ 4 . 05 a pound .
Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ?
That will be $ 12 . 15 .
That's all I'm going to get today .
That's fine . Let me get your meat .
I think you have a small fever .
I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning .
You should've called in sick ! Next time , have either of your parents call the school office .
Really ? I think you see more traveling by train .
So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more .
Ok them . We ' ll go by train . I ' m sure we ' ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ?
The train aren ' t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles .
We should take a packed lunch on the journey . The food they sell on the trains is always expensive .
First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth .
OK , what next ?
Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again .
OK , next ?
Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries .
I agree with you .
Hope that works for you !
What were the odds ?
20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars !
Too bad .
Yes , my father runs a business so I have opportunity to work in the finance department every holiday .
Good . I think you'll make a good cashier .
Thank you .
Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ?
We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
That's right , I have to work .
Here , lift this aluminum pan . It's the same size .
Yes , it's very lightweight . But I don't want this aluminum handle .
Here's a similar aluminum pan . But it has a heat-resistant handle .
Oh , this feels very nice . It's perfect . I'll take it .
I knew we'd find the right pan sooner or later . How would you like to pay ?
Cash . But first , I need a lid for this pan .
Oh , no problem . Here's the lid that comes with the pan .
Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too .
Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ?
Yes , I do .
I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree .
By the way , does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ?
Yes . Let's start today .
But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's .
Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ?
I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out .
I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill .
It doesn't matter . Here is the money .
Thank you very much . Hope to see you again .
It lasts for 9 months .
When does it start ?
The next beginning class starts on October 25th .
What time is the class ?
From 7 to 9 o'clock .
How much does it cost ?
It costs 125 dollars a month .
Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course .
Thank you , please fill out this form for us .
Do you want me to fill it out now ?
Yes , please . We need a record of you education and your work experiences .
I'm pulling your leg , Paul . I'm a shopping queen , remember ? So of course I know what a garage sale is all about !
You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits .
that's good to know . Why do you think you ' re qualified for this position ?
I've got over seven years ' experience working in this kind of position . I know I can do a good job in this position .
I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood .
Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ?
My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help .
You have got a great mother .
I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk .
That sounds good !
Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan .
Me too . But I tell myself that if they don ' t accept me , another school will .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
What did I do to it ?
You smashed my bumper in with your car .
I really don't think that I did that .
Your bumper looks exactly the same .
Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it .
Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you .
Trust me .
Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume .
Then what else should I put into my resume ?
Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ?
I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ?
Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward .
I see . Is that all there is to it ?
No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take .
Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss .
You said it . At last you ' d better attach a list of references to your resume .
That's easy .
And one more thing , smile widely .
Have you ever been behind the wheel ?
I've only driven a car one time .
You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ?
I know them .
Tell me when you want me to teach you .
We can do it when you have some time .
I'm not busy tomorrow . Call me then .
that ' s one of the main reason we chose that particular house . The kitchen and dining room are together . It ' s really large .
are the rooms nice and bright ?
yes , they are . That ' s very important to us . We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light . Each room has large windows .
do you have a balcony ?
no , we don ' t . we wish we had one . That ' s the only thing we wanted , but don ' t have . The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly .
you ' re right on the edge of the city , aren ' t you ? There can ' t be much noise or traffic there . Is it easy to get into city centre ?
it ' s a very quiet neighbourhood . There ' s some traffic , but not much . It ' s not very difficult to get to the city centre , but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or yo
I only have my household register .
It doesn't matter , they are the same thing .
Here you are , sir . What do I do next ?
OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ?
Benjamin .
Please get a mug shot in the next room .
I've brought with me some of old ones .
But we need them taken with digital cameras .
OK , what's next then ?
That's all . Come here a week later and get your ID card .
I maintain that the most important thing is having good friends . A person can't live all by himself I think . A friend in need is a friend in deed . The more really close friends I have , the better .
What kind of people do you like to work with ?
People who are honest , dedicated to their work and having integrity .
Such as ?
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? To welcome the new year of course ?
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . They always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
Me too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard .
While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ?
I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample .
When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ?
You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday .
You're such a dreamer ! You think that you can spread the word of jazz in an underpass ?
Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He ' s whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
At Longing Street .
Yes , I have .
Ok , I will get you another one .
Thank you .
I guess that ' s what I get for not flossing or brushing my teeth three times a day .
It could be that , or maybe you are eating too many sweets . In any case , I ' ll administer an anesthetic and you won ' t feel a thing !
why is that ?
my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend !
your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ?
you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work !
that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office .
really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy .
maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all !
no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T .
try not to let it bother you too much .
thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again !
ok , I'll see you in a bit .
alright . See you later !
Thank you . Oh , it tastes nice .
My girlfriend told me that I grind my teeth a lot when I sleep . Maybe that is the problem .
When you brush your teeth , what do you use ?
I use a soft bristle toothbrush .
Does it bother you when you have to chew a lot ?
Absolutely . That set it off big time !
We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other .
It ' s very kind of you to say so .
You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again .
I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future .
OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately .
Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Goodbye .
You've got everyone figured out , don't you ?
Yes , I do . Everyone .
And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too .
Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me .
Certainly .
So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ?
It says that traditionally , give something made of paper .
I can think of two things made of paper -- stationery and money .
Isn't that complicated ?
No , it's easy . We'll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They'll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour .
My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 .
We are really in a hurry .
Can't we go faster ?
I'll do my best .
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a watch .
And the second stage is called a tornado warning .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a tornado warning . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean a loud train ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
Is the wet patch just in one place ?
Yes , it seems to be just in the living room , above the window .
Did you look in the attic ?
No , sorry , we didn't .
Is there easy access to the attic ? We'd better look since there may be some flooding there as well .
Yes , we have a hatch with a ladder .
OK , we can come early this afternoon . Is anyone going to be at home ?
Yes , my wife will be there .
Right , we have an urgent job this morning but we should finish around lunch time . We will then come straight over to your house .
That's great . Thank you very much .
Has this problem been going on for a long time ?
It just started happening last night .
I will be coming over to look at it this afternoon . Will you be there ?
I will not be home .
I can always use my key to get in , but I would prefer that you be there .
OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 !
I'm be right behind ya !
Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good .
I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here .
In that case , I'm fit for the position I think .
Yes . For me , who can't hold much liquor , it's particularly agreeable . If only I had thechance to enjoy Chinese Matai at a leisured pace while sitting at a Western banquet !
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Yeah , fine . And dressing leather shoes .
Oh , why didn't you say so then ? But I still think we've made a good buy .
How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ?
The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation .
It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody !
You are quite right .
You can have a room on the second floor .
I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night .
I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard .
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is 50 dollars per night .
What services come with that ?
A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday .
That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ?
Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more .
All right . I will take a room for a week .
Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up .
Can I get dinner here ?
We do serve dinner .
I see .
Good . I hope it doesn't cool off this weekend .
I know . I really want to go to the beach .
But you know that California weather is really unpredictable .
You're right . One minute it's hot , and then the next minute it's cold .
I really wish the weather would just stay the same .
I do too . That way we can have our activities planned ahead of time .
Yeah , that would make things a lot easier .
I really like where I ' m at now .
So , why don ' t you just stay here ?
That may be what I ' m going to do .
It ' s a perfectly good school .
You ' re absolutely right .
Do you know what you ' re going to do now ?
I ' m just going to stay at PCC .
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
This guy just robbed me right on the street .
He didn't hurt you , did he ?
I'm okay . He just stole my things .
I'm so sorry .
I have to file a report at the police station .
Let me take you .
I would like that .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ?
Laptop .
Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ?
A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ?
Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ?
Laptop .
Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ?
Yes , that's right . That's very good .
Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ?
That word is pronounced kitchen .
Thanks so much . You're a good teacher .
Thanks .
Yes , the next morning .
They made you spend the night at the station ?
Yes , they did .
What was their reason for arresting you ?
I matched the description of a bank robber they were looking for .
I see .
I want justice .
What are they ?
Additional to medical benefits , we also offer a rent free house and the use of a car .
But I have my own car and my own house .
OK , 4000 yuan a month .
Thank you very much .
Not at all , it's reasonable .
Fever and a bad cough .
I got it . Don't worry , just a common cold .
What kind of medicine does he need ?
Patulin will do .
How many pills for each time ?
Six per day , and two after each meal .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
Yes . How about you ?
I like lotus .
You have a perfect taste !
But there aren't any lotus now .
Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms .
That's not bad . Let's go .
I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me .
Voting isn ' t difficult .
I ' m not sure what laws are being voted on .
They tell you everything on the ballot .
They do ?
You ' ll be okay .
Thanks for telling me .
You should be excited about your first vote .
Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ?
Sure , I love looking at photos .
This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife .
Your daughter looks like her mother .
I know , they look very similar .
Where was this picture taken ?
That was taken at the train station before we left .
Did you have time to go to the zoo ?
No , not this time . We went there last time .
It looks like you all had a nice time .
Yeah , it was a lot of fun .
Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination , but it's still a man's world .
Here is one written by famous Japanese novelist . You can have a look .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
I have a sweet tooth . I want candy .
What kind of candy do you want ?
I really want some chocolate .
What kind of chocolate do you want ?
I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat .
The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats .
Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers .
How much dose that cost ?
Around 200 RIB for a truck .
I think it ' s a little expensive .
But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save .
That ' s right .
I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ' ll leave you their phone number .
Wonderful .
It ' s 8357688 8 .
Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now .
You ' re welcome .
Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ?
I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ?
I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin .
Bye . See you .
Brazil calls for a time out and we ' ll be right back , after a short commercial break .
Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted !
You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore !
You're welcome .
There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great .
How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large .
Ok . I can settle for that .
I don't think that I ever heard of that rule before . Any more rules that you would like to tell me about ?
Go on your vacation with Mark and when you come back , why don't you just move in with him as well !
I am really looking forward to getting away from you . Far away from you !
Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ?
I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise .
That will be a good one ! Anything else ?
Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess !
Sounds great !
Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly .
Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love .
Thank you , Steven . You are really a good friend .
Can you find many bargains there ?
Well , it really depends . Because you are a tourist , it might be harder for you to get really good prices .
I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation .
Ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold .
Ok .
... Sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ?
Sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ?
Ok . What's your number ?
It's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 .
Let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight .
No , there's no double six at the end of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight .
I got it . When should I have her call you back ?
Anytime before 6 pm tonight .
Ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm .
Thank you !
Bye !
bye !
I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only .
Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties .
How much do they weigh ?
All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg .
But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest .
You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college .
OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ?
In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money !
OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality .
That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ?
En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center .
Is the training center helpful ?
I think so . Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation .
You see , because we are often busy working , we eat too much fast food , and that food is very fattening .
Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ?
I am ready I am going to get , let's start !
Yes . Usually only TV towers are cylindrical in shape .
TV towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s m mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
I think we should go out to eat .
That sounds good .
All right , so I'll see you then .
I'll call you later .
Okay , I'll talk to you later then .
See you later .
Bye .
Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs .
Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed . Done .
Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge .
How many potatoes do you need ?
Three . And bring four bell peppers .
Gotcha , OK . Here they are .
Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat .
Where is the peeler ?
It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work .
What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger .
Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding . We need to go to the hospital .
I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought .
No problem at all . To tell you the truth , I could use the extra time in my schedule to catch up on some paperwork .
Have you had it a long time ?
The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days .
Have you been using anything for it ?
I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine .
That will probably take care of your symptoms . I ' ll see you tomorrow .
I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time .
Come on ! What are you nervous about ?
It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation .
But the sale number is close to the predicted amount .
I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place .
Take it easy . Be confident . I'm sure you can do it .
Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ' t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently .
Totally agree . By the way , the number of the telephone on your desk is extension 506 . You can pick up your office supplies from the supply room at the end of the corridor .
sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it !
thank you very much .
you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader .
I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon .
that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ?
next week .
so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department .
absolutely .
Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key .
Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ?
Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week .
Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ?
I'm sorry , sir , but we have no trainer .
First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it .
Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ?
Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean .
Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed .
Thank you very much , doctor .
Not at all . You'll be OK soon .
This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ?
Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ?
Just pick something and get the hell out of here . Um , I'll go with these two . This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with . She better thank me for this ...
Here you are , sir . I ' m sure she ' ll enjoy them .
Finally !
I ' m sorry , sir . I ' m going to have to take a look inside your bag .
What's your dreamhole like then ?
My dream home is actually just a small cottage in a quiet village in England .
Would you want to buy an old cottage or build a new one yourself ?
Old homes are great because they've got character . I think that's important .
Is that why you wear second-hand clothes as well ? Because they've got character ?
No , that's just because I don't have enough money to buy new cloths all the time !
I see . If you lived in an old house , would it be decorated in a modern way ?
No , I'd definitely try to restore it to its original state . I love to imagine what it'd be like to live in another time in history and living in a house decorated like it would have been 200 years ago would be a great way to feed my imagination even more !
It's about forty-five minutes to an hour .
Is that right ?
Yeah , it's not that long of a trip .
Is that a crowded bus ?
It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA .
Thank you very much .
You're very welcome .
You shouldn't have used the machine . Did you lose your money ?
I sure did .
You ought to complain . These machine are always out of order .
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon .
Bye , Jason .
Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch .
She ' s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it !
She ' s my friend ' s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ' t be another wedding in this family for a long time .
then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
that ' s right .
how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
that ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
Yes , of course .
Well , the products in themselves are very simple . It is the logo that is successful . So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple .
And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan . It is the Japanese that have made it a fad .
That might be true . But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it . It is because of our logo that our products will sell . We just need someone to produce the products for us . We have the backup and people to do the marketing .
So what you are really trying to sell is a fad .
Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that . Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo . Just like Hello Kitty .
I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ?
Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it . But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products .
I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last .
I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price . We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products . And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost .
Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates .
Yes .
Well , my pants are very slimming . They're capris .
It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do .
You'll get bored eventually .
Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work .
That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy .
You see ... money doesn't equal happiness , but it takes away a lot of responsibilities .
Well , if you need anything , just let me know .
Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage .
You sure have bad luck these days .
What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all .
For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both .
That's just what I need , sometimes I'm pretty forgetful .
maybe . I haven ' t been able to keep my food down either . That ' s unusual .
well . I ' m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good .
yes , he is . I ' Ve make an appointment for 10 o ' clock , so I ' d better move along .
OK . Hope you feel better soon . You should take it easy . I ' m sure the doctor will prescribe rest , you know .
I had no doubt in my mind that he would win .
What made you think that ?
Nobody could compete with him .
I thought his race would have kept him from winning .
Times are changing .
That ' s true .
I support our new President 100 % .
Isn ' t that complicated ?
No , it ' s easy . We ' ll just take the shirt back to the men ' s department and show them the sales slip . They ' ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund .
We ? Do you want to go with me ?
Sure . I love going to the mall .
What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ?
You ' re welcome . Feel free to ask me any time you need help .
No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing .
OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service .
Thanks very much .
That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible .
Not a problem , Sir . Please fill in this exchange form and show me your passport .
Time for what ?
It's time to make our wedding wish come true ...
You mean get married now ? On the plane ?
Why not ? I've got the rings ready .
I don't know what to say , Jack !
Hopefully , you'll say " yes " ...
Sure . In fact , nowadays , you'll see more tourists there than Italians . There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat .
First , you need to get on the 268 going west .
Then what do I do ?
You need to get off on Fair Oaks and Washington .
What's next ?
Get on the 261 , and it'll take you the rest of the way to Sons .
There's nothing else ?
That's all there is to it .
Yes , but not always . However , I won't let it go if I have a chance .
Oh , a cat ? Come on .
yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small .
but I think they're dull , aren't they ?
not at all . They're quiet most of the time . But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs .
well , cats are certainly more independent .
absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago .
oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ?
yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it .
Poor cat .
now we get along very well . It makes me feel that I'm someone special .
Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor .
Great ! But is it free ?
Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee .
You said there were other alternatives ?
Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless .
Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ?
We might have a printer here next month . But for now , you'll have to go to the lab .
You mean Mary ?
Yes .
Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary .
Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ?
Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too .
That sounds terrific .
Why do you ask me these questions ?
I just want to visit the family some day .
Just go through the No . 8 ticket-barrier over there . A train will be in directly .
I appreciate it . Thank you .
That's all right .
Sure . Here you are .
sure . That ' s really nice of you . Let ' s go in and try some things on .
how about this red dress ? I think it would really suit you .
that ' s gorgeous ! Do they have it in a size 8 ?
here you go . On any other day , it would cost me a fortune , but it ' s on special offer today .
I think this color isn ' t quite right for me . Do they have the same dress in white ?
let me look . Let ' s see ... they ' Ve got one in blue , green , pink , black ... and white . Here you are .
this is perfect ! What do you think ?
I think you look fantastic . Happy Birthday !
I ' m so lucky . You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon ! Thanks honey !
Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup .
Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold .
My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold .
You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions .
If things don ' t get better in a few days , I will look for some other solutions .
Maybe you ' re right .
Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .
I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?
Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .
That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?
Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .
I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?
Yes , 50 Yuan per month .
There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes .
I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ' t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy .
I know what you mean . The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children . The we ' ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes !
No , there is not , as far as I know .
She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers .
When did you last see her ?
I just saw her down the street . I don ' t know where she is . I don ' t know ...
How long has it been ?
Oh , it ' s been uh ... fifteen minutes .
Now you don't have the butterflies in your stomach , do you ?
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
It ' s a pity we can ' t afford a house . A garden would be so nice .
Yes , it would . Don ' t worry . There ' s a lawn outside the building and there ' s the park nearby . This place will be fine .
The building is quite new and well constructed . I ' m happy with the fittings too .
Yes , everything has been well designed .
And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Taipei time .
Is that a kind of alcohol ?
It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it !
Great . My face will turn even redder !
Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines .
That ' s good idea . You don ' t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too .
Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ' s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others .
I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher .
I don ' t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ' s cheap and easy to use .
That ' s great . But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain .
I ' m fine . Is everything fine in the family ?
Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ' t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ' s the weather there ?
The weather is gorgeous here .
That ' s good . Take good care of yourself .
I will . Thank you , Dad .
I love you , Troy .
I love you , too , Dad . Bye .
Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk .
How about the shelf ?
I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ?
Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go .
I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ?
Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ?
Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ?
You ' Ve put it among these journals .
My poor memory . Thank you very much .
I can ' t bear to look at it . I ' m rather disappointed .
It can ' t be helped .
Yes . Are the chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small .
When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams .
That ' s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers .
You have many trees in your country . That ' s another natural resources .
It ' s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests .
I see . That ' s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed .
Is your country ' s environment being damaged by the oil industry ?
We have some inspections , but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil . There has been some damage , but it is under control .
So , I can choose exactly what services I require ? That's brilliant . Can I use the card if I'm overseas to withdraw my daily expenses ?
Certainly . We can arrange the structure to suit whatever you require . That's why this service is so popular ; it's suitable for everyone because we make it that way .
This is just what I've been looking for . Sign me up right away , please .
Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ?
Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now .
That's fine , thanks .
Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot .
How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero .
I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero .
Does it ever get that cold on here ?
Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below .
Speaking of cold , how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up .
Do you have some chocolate cakes ?
Yes , we have .
OK , we will choose it .
Wait for a moment , I'll come back soon .
I will give a call .
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the key , right ?
That ' s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren ' t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Ok , great , should i bring anything ?
No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ?
sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ?
Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about six thirty .
Got it .
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
Any other benefits ?
Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well .
Great . Thanks so much for your time .
We'll contact you soon , Tom . Thanks for coming in .
3 days .
I think I was wrong .
Did we get off the bus too early ?
I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did .
Why did you tell me to get off ?
I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop .
I really don't feel like walking .
We could always wait for the next bus to come .
Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project
Great ! Fill me in .
Let's take a look at the Campbell Project .
I don't understand the projected revenues .
Let's take another look at it for those of you who don't understand .
Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night .
Okay , then . We'll be back around noon .
Alright .
No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth .
What if I don't know the title of the book ?
Well , you can look under the author's name .
Could you give me an example ?
Suppose you want to find a book by your professor , William Smith . You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM . Since that's very common name , you may have to go through several ' William Smith ' until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in .
Oh , I know exactly where that is .
Do you think you can tell me where it is ?
Sure , what room number is it ?
It's room number 261 .
I have a class around there right now .
Could you show me where it is ?
No problem , come on .
I am really pleased with it .
I am glad you are happy .
It's super .
no , I didn ' t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added .
I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils .
yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ' m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over .
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
You think it looks nice ?
I honestly think it looks great .
Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job .
How much is it for my hair ?
Just give me $ 55 .
Thanks for doing such a good job .
No problem , girl friend . I'll see you next time .
I guarantee you that our little " friends " won't be back . I hope your trip home is pleasant .
Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ' s the exchange rate at the moment ?
According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1 . 85 dollars to the pound .
That means that 10 . 000 pounds will buy me 18 . 500 dollars .
What ' s the next question .
Fractions . What ' s a quarter and an eighth ? That ' s three-eights . Easy . The next question is " what are prime numbers ? " .
I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together .
So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ' t because 2 * 2 = 4 .
Exactly . Anything else ?
How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether .
You ' ll be a mathematician one day .
OK . Here are your robes . You can go shower first .
OK . Well , after you get the line to change you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ?
I am trying to call a client .
To call a number on the outside you now just dial the number . For inside calls , punch in the extension number . Has someone given you an extension list ?
No , I don't know anyone's extension .
All of the extensions are listed on the wall chart over there if you ever need help .
Why do you ask ?
The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite .
Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home .
That's very expensive for the family of the bride .
Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding .
Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ?
Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married .
Maybe I'll be the one .
Inspiration can come in the strangest ways ...
A little French .
Good .
That's nice . Where is his villa ?
It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself .
Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy .
Come on . You just haven ' t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life .
I know , but I am a work maniac .
Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now .
Have a nice weekend .
You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back .
Did she mention anything else ?
No , nothing else . See you Monday .
See you .
Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down .
What do you think will happen ?
Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate .
It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first .
That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ?
All right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
Oh . It's nothing Navy .
You should have more money then .
Yes . We will need milk powder and bassinet .
That's right .
Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 .
OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep .
Good night .
Yes , I have nothing to do .
Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ?
I beg your pardon ?
I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat .
Really ? well , ok , you're welcome .
Is 5 PM . a good time for you ?
Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner .
Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine .
OK . Then I'll be expecting you .
I'll be there on time .
I suggest that you go to the lawyers ' office to get some help .
That's a good idea . I think we will soon come to a solution to the problem .
Is this all right .
So you're leaving this evening , we ' ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag .
Thanks a lot .
All right . I'll cook for you .
How did it finish ?
It finished in a draw . What was the film like ?
It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first .
Did your wife enjoy it ?
No , she didn't . After half an hour she stopped watching and started to read a book .
No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here .
You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ?
Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure !
Uh huh ...
I can see the teapot , but I can ' t see the tea .
There it is ! It ' s in front of you .
Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ?
There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ?
Yes . Here they are .
Hurry up , Sam . The kettle ' s boiling .
What about the Yen ?
Are you kidding ? The Yen is in worse shape than the Dollar !
Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives .
How long are you going to stay in the United States ?
Three weeks .
What is your occupation ?
I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company .
Do you have a return ticket ?
Yes , here it is .
That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip .
Thank you .
Have a seat please while I call .
Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely .
Do you get angry easily ?
No , I know how to control my temper .
If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ?
I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time .
If you are hired , when can you start work ?
I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now .
What are your salary expectations ?
I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works .
Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor .
OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic .
Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living .
I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ?
Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power .
Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ?
Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family .
Just like the pattern dragon , right ?
Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen .
Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here .
Sure , this will be a really good picture .
They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ?
They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park .
I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond .
If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn .
It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover .
Well , off we go . I am sure we can have a great time .
Ok , let's do that , even though we may have to take a longer way .
All right , and how will you have it ?
500 in twenty dollar bills and the rest in a dollar bills .
Here you are .
Please count .
I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute .
Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ?
Yes , I would . ( After testing )
Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ?
Yes , I'd like to give it a try .
All right . You need to have an interview with our manager , Mr . McBride . Let ' s go to his office .
I make a mean potato salad !
Well , if you insist , you are welcome to bring a potato salad !
Then I'll see you in the parking lot at five ! Thank you !
We can take it . Just a moment ... Please sign here .
Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ?
The phone bill ' s in my name .
That ' ll do . Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ' ll issue you a temporary library card right away .
How long will it take to get the regular one ?
It ' ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
Not long . They'll be ready in a few minutes .
Does this fashion really fit my figure ?
I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style .
Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body .
Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now .
I thought you recognize she from there .
Oh , you like the rolling machine .
Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue .
No problem , is this blue ok ?
Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ?
Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two .
That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ?
The total is 90 dollars including tax .
Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ?
Yes , we do , debit or credit ?
Debit card .
Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ?
No , thanks .
Have a good day .
Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime .
Great , take care .
Thanks , byebye .
I'll check it for you . I've found it . Is this yours ?
Yes , it is the right one
Will you show me your key card , please ?
Here it is .
All right . Now you can take your case away
absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read .
good . How about your cover letter ?
a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ?
no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of
sounds reasonable . Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention .
yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview .
got it . I'll start right now .
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
Actually it is . Perhaps you haven ' t noticed the sign .
Sign ? What ' s sign ?
There , on the window .
Oh , sorry . I didn ' t notice it . Sorry .
That ' s all right .
Make sure that you have money allocated for these supplies . How much do you have for office supplies ?
I don't think we have very much money for supplies , but we have a little .
Would you like them delivered to you or can you come get them here ?
I am not sure yet .
When you finish completing the request form , we will order and let you know when the supplies are here . Have a great day !
Good-bye !
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world . It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often .
Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s
Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it .
Mm . What came after that ?
After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals .
Pretty good . Please continue .
Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . .
The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers .
Come on .
Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have .
Any more ?
Of course , no list of film would be complete without animated movies . These are especially popular among children .
A new car ! You're kidding !
No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear !
Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ?
Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too !
Gee , I don't think I own any red underwear , but I can buy some !
Private collectors ! Oh , they must have excellent collections . I'll go and see each of them . What kinds of collections can I see ? Come on , David , don't keep me in suspense !
No hurry ! I'll tell you now . The collections include ancient cases and caskets , tea sets , abacuses , precious sea shells and conches , jars and water abacuses for study use , drama costumes , agates , ancient coins , butterflies , fans , mini musical instruments , root-carving , rare stones and rocks , model ships , model cars .
Enough , David ! I can't wait anymore . Let's go right now !
Okey , Okey . We'll start from the Folk Collection Exhibition House , a multi-folk collection exhibition hall , where the best of local antique objects are on constant display . The hall itself used to be the site of a local club in the late King Dynasty , a well preserved piece of antique architecture itself . Academic research seminars and exchanges between domestic and international experts are often organized there .
Very interesting . That's really a place I must go and see . And then ?
If you have interest in butterflies , you must go to the Butterfly Exhibition . Mr . Chen , owner of the private museum , has a large collection of specimen of over 1 000 species of butterflies from more than 20 countries for public display . Quite a lot of them are state-level treasures .
Mr . Chen himself has become an authority in this area , and master of butterfly sample making , I should say .
Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference .
Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount
Right , do you need them to respond ?
Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ?
You can tell them " Please finding the enclosed customer service survey , else also , you can say Attach a customer survey . If you need resource it right away , you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible . Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience .
Where do I get it ?
They sell them at the business office on campus .
I had no idea .
I'm sure you didn't .
Thank you .
Don't mention it .
I'll buy it later on today .
It does taste weird .
Most people think so .
Probably not . It's off the Internet . What difference does it make ?
Sorry , could you repeat that please ?
Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ?
Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can .
Great . Thanks .
Anything else ?
No , that's it . Thanks . Bye .
Bye .
Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 .
Thanks . That'll be OK .
So how to apply for a job on the Internet ?
Just get online and send your application through email to the employer .
But how can I know which employer is hiring ?
You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website .
Will the employers see my information ?
Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you .
Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ?
If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe .
I will give it a try at once .
That's all right . Would you have a cup of coffee ?
Yes , Please . It ' s very kind of you .
Don't mention it .
The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well . You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me .
It's my pleasure .
I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them .
Thank you . Thank you for the trouble you've taken .
Not at all .
Nigerian .
What is your date of birth ?
15th of April , 1969 .
And your occupation ?
I am a painter .
What's your passport No . ?
7834623464 3367 .
Where do you live in China ?
In the Golden Mountain Hotel in Beijing .
You are suspected of smuggling . Do you understand your rights ?
Yes .
Ok , sign here .
Yes . I ' Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market .
That ' s great ! I ' m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ?
No , we ' re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal .
Surely . Let ' s get started by drafting a new contract .
Right . I only knew a few English sentences .
That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ?
First , I worked as a servant .
Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience .
I'd like to , but I must run to a meeting .
Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables .
I'm almost hungry .
Please , go right ahead .
Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ?
I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are .
That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ?
It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose !
That's completely natural . Most of our customers do the same thing . Could you just hold for a moment please ? Thank you .
Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming .
Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible .
What do you mean ?
Sometimes the traffic is too busy .
Yes , you are right .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
I transferred from PCC .
Why ' d you transfer here ?
I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ' t good enough .
Is PCC a good school ?
PCC is great !
I hope you enjoy it here .
Thank you very much .
I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry .
Do you have any complaints ?
No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ?
Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well .
That's perfect . I will definitely do well .
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
What do you want to study ?
I hope to study English Literature .
Have you got your visa yet ?
Not yet . I have an interview with a visa official today .
I see . Is it your first interview ?
No , I ' Ve already been here for 3 interviews .
Certainly . We provide quality analysis training as part of the training for all new workers , plus a week of further training every year .
Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ?
I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form .
When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check .
That being the case , I don ' t think that I am going to show the income next time .
Don ' t do it ! If you get caught making false statements , you can have your claim closed .
What did you do ?
I talked to her for a while , but she ' s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her .
That ' s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ' s better trained to handle these sorts of things .
Yeah , that ' s what I told her . I ' m glad she ' s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own .
Yeah , me too .
Do ya ?
Yeah , so maybe it's my diet .
It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars .
That's pretty tough !
I saw the guy come in with a gun .
Did you get a good look at his face ?
He was wearing a mask .
Was anyone else with him ?
He came in alone .
Could you come to the station for more questioning ?
That'll be fine .
Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ?
Yes , it is . I usually travel light .
Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ?
Sure , and I'm glad to meet you . Thanks for your help .
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
I understand . So that ' s one ticket to New York , and you ' ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ?
I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket .
When would you like to return ?
My return date will be the 14th .
OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy !
OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6
Will there be any layovers ?
No , all flights are direct .
Perfect ! I ' m afraid to ask , but how much is it ?
$ 800 dollars .
she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
is there someone else I can talk to ?
she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
that will be fine .
ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 . See you then .
I'm really pleased with it . Thanks .
I'm glad you're so happy .
It's super .
So now you can say you had a mafia experience . Ha-ha .
Yeah . If I leave Little Italy alive ...
Are you kidding ? Don had fun scaring you . He'd probably buy you dinner if we go back .
the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first .
how many gigs of music can it hold ?
I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember .
how much do they cost ?
not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars .
you're right , that's not bad at all .
do you have an iPod ?
I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one .
why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ?
that's one of the problems with having an iPod . Though an iPod might have an above average battery life , once the battery is dead , so is your iPod .
Thank you . You ' Ve been very helpful .
That sounds great . But how do you know that's a crush or a real love ?
Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in real love ?
That's a big question . Well , if you're in love , maybe you will take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all .
That's what I do .
And you think about her all the time ?
Yes .
And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid . For instance , you used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning then you begin to like jogging .
That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs .
Oh , congratulations . Sounds like you've found your soul mate .
Thanks , but I know falling in love is one thing while staying in love is another .
Yes , that's right . If you find this person becomes more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love .
Yeah , falling in love is so good .
Not bad , just let it go .
Yes , she is .
And she is thin , isn ' t she ?
Well , just a little thin .
English , of course .
Is she your teacher ?
Yes . She teaches our class three times a week .
Can she speak Chinese to her students ?
Not very much .
It's a good thing you can speak English !
Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty .
They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors .
I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything .
Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people .
To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not .
You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities .
That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home .
You really can't live without candy .
I ' d like that , but I ' m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ' d meet them at the airport for lunch .
OK , next time you ' re here .
That ' s a deal .
I heard that you moved to Florida .
Yes , I ' m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ' Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches .
Tell me more .
The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright .
Sounds great !
I ' m pretty happy living there .
I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs .
I ' Ve been to all of them .
I ' m jealous . I ' Ve never been to Florida .
The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ' ll take you to Disney World .
That sounds great ! I ' ll take you up on that invitation .
I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ?
I sure will .
Here ' s my business card . Send me an email once in a while .
Count on it . And here ' s my card . Don ' t hesitate to call me anytime .
Thank you . I ' d better get going . I don ' t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry .
Well , I ' m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip .
Take good care of yourself , Mary .
I will . Good-bye .
Bye-bye !
You're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ?
Taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress .
I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying !
You need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ' t very usually effective .
You ' re right . I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class .
Besides , it ' s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ' s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply .
That ' s fantastic . I ' m going to go try that out in my room now . good night !
Good night , sleep tight ; don ' t let the bed bugs bite !
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
How much ? Is it overweight ?
It is 5 grams overweight . Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter ?
How much is it , then ?
Registration plus overweight , 7 yuan in all .
OK . Here you are .
So when did this all happen ?
Last weekend , while they were on their ski trip .
Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ?
Next June .
I can hardly believe it .
Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hi-gene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . For sure all the customers will benefit from this .
that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it .
the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't .
I see how that can get a bit annoying .
a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar .
so what are you going to do about it ?
I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him .
what do you think would make you happier ?
in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first .
relationships can be confusing sometimes .
what would you do if you were me ?
I'd call him and dump him now ! You deserve better than him !
Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars .
Yes , here it is . That's received and cleared , so it's available for withdrawal .
Type ? I don't know , what do you have ?
Basically , there are 7 types of games
Well , I am a beginner . I ...
Don't worry . Most male customers choose first person shooting , real time strategy , action or sports , while female customers prefer simulating , action or role playing . Shooting , action and sports games require flexible movements and real time strategy usually needs overall consideration .
I like first person shooting and action more than other types of games .
If so , counter Strike and Might & Magic are good alternatives . Counter Strike is one of the hottest shooting games and Might & Magic series are popular among girls because the game has attractive plot and interesting scenes .
Oh , thanks a lot . Then , I will take the two .
Do you want the latest editions ? If your computer runs fast , I think the latest editions are better because although old editions are cheaper , they are less exciting and attractive .
I will have the latest editions .
Do you mean it ? I'd love to !
Why don ' t you try to be clearer about your intentions ?
You ' re right . I am sorry . Let ' s go and watch the movie .
It ' s okay . I don ' t want to go now . We ' Ve already missed ten minutes of the movie . I don ' t want to see a movie without watching the beginning .
He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types .
I want to be a vet .
A-what ?
A vet-a veterinary surgeon .
Good gracious ! What's that ?
A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor .
I once read a story about a person who talked to animals . It was very interesting .
Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP .
I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ' m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while .
Well , let me know if there ' s anything I can do to help out .
Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ?
Hehe .. sure
Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies .
Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ?
Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really .
What about your friend Zoe
She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy .
Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures .
I guess so . What about you , Simon ?
I'm studying law .
Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer .
Sure , welcome anytime
Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back .
Sorry to have given you trouble .
Never mind . It ' s just my duty .
I ' d like to do that .
Fill this out , please .
What ' s next ?
I will need to take your passport picture .
When will my passport be ready ?
It will take about three weeks .
That ' s great . Thank you .
You need to stay hydrated on this drug , but most people experience little side effects .
Will that one medication take care of all of my problems ?
For now I want you to take a second drug , Lisinopril , an ACE inhibitor .
Am I going to experience any complications with that drug ?
The most you will experience will be a dry cough but you probably won ' t experience anything negative .
Yes , we do . How would you like it cooked ?
Half done .
Sure , it's over there .
Where ? I don't see it .
Across the street .
Oh , I see it now . Thanks .
No problem .
Do you know if there's a restroom around here ?
Yes , there's one here . It's in the store .
Thank you .
Bye .
It seems that is a better way . Thank you .
You are welcome .
If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday .
How about meeting in my office ?
That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have .
Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot .
Don't worry . Everything will go well . I promise !
Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them .
T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ?
About two years . And you ? Are you based here ?
No . Actually , I'm based in Shanghai . I'm just here for the conference . So , T & D eh ...
They are two cameras .
Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey .
OK , you're through now .
I like rock a lot .
Who's your favorite group ?
The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ?
No , I don't . I can't stand them ! !
No , I can ' t accept it . Business is business .
Thank you . How much is it ?
Nine pounds twenty .
Here's ten pounds . Keep the change .
Thank you . Sir
You're welcome , Goodbye !
Yes , of course .
Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number .
Sure .
Thank you for your help .
It's my pleasure .
I know . I am still going to clean it up .
Make sure you vacuum and dust your room .
I won't forget .
I don't want you to leave until you clean up .
My plans aren't until later , so I'll clean it before I go .
And I'll stick with real coffee .
It will be cash today .
How much do you want to deposit ?
I need to deposit $ 300 .
What account will you be depositing this money into ?
Deposit it into my checking account .
What else can I do for you today ?
That ' s all I need today . Thanks .
Is there anywhere I can reach him ?
I don't believe so . He ' s going out of town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you care to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days .
I see . I can tell Mr . Thomas that you phoned .
Thank you .
Bye-bye .
Less than 5 % . It's quite durable .
What ? Come on ! That ' s just lame ! No girl would fall for that !
Fine , then you can say , " So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! "
That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny .
Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink .
Ok , how does this sound , " I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . "
Nice ! Let ' s go !
Cool . So are you near-sighted or far-sighted ?
Near sighted .
Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ' t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products .
As long as you don ' t treat it better than your wife , it ' s fine .
The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds .
That ' s amazing ! Were any other records broken ?
A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place .
Did you see the final of the men ' s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts .
Was he disqualified ?
Yes , he was . I imagine he must be very angry with himself for that .
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
Wow , you ' Ve inspired me to do something !
Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun .
How ? By drinking ?
Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed .
When did you begin to drink ?
It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? '
And then ?
Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink .
So you get drunk every day ?
I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email .
That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ?
We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request .
I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account .
Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them .
Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ?
Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like .
Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction .
All right , I'll adjust the price accordingly .
Sorry , it's tails . You lose .
Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one .
Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ?
No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room .
Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there .
Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ?
Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ?
Yes , I agree .
So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair .
Alright .
I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls .
Is that right ?
Yes , that's right .
Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you .
Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners . Just call me Big Brother Dave .
Are all lucky people so stuck up ?
C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding .
Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it .
Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ?
I will go get something to eat . You unpack first . Then , when I come back , I'll unpack .
Alright . See you later .
I ' m sorry , Jim .
Never mind , dear .
Your lease is for three years .
If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ?
If you do , I will keep your deductible .
Why is that ?
If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible .
Oh , I see .
All right . I ' m glad I could clarify things for you .
The 268 is the first bus you need to catch .
What do I do after I get on the 268 ?
Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington .
Then what ?
Catch the 261 and get off at Sons .
That's all ?
That's all you have to do .
No , make the second one with ham , pineappleand green peppers . Oh , and make it thin crust .
Okay , thin crust . Your total is $ 21 . 50 and yourorder will arrive in thirty minutes or it ' s free !
Perfect . Thank you . Bye ...
Sir , wait ! ! I need your address !
I haven ' t thought about it yet .
I don ' t want to see you back here .
You won ' t see me here again .
I don ' t think this place is for you .
I know .
I wish you luck .
Thanks . I know things are going to be better .
If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck .
I need to come in right away .
I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along .
You are scaring me !
Come on in this afternoon and we will talk . It will be fine !
Terrific ! Then how should I apply for ?
Oh , we need your resume , health report , three photographs and several letters of recommendation . Would you please send them to us by next Wednesday ?
Thank you very much . Bye-bye .
Oh , it's nothing .
I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
Not a bit of it , don't blame yourself .
I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath .
Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes .
Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit .
I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing .
OK , I'll go .
That's a deal .
Sure .
Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As .
Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ?
The individual landlord's numbers are next to each entry . You can call them with any questions you may have .
They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon .
Did they have lobster ?
No , they didn ' t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet .
Yes , it probably is . I don ' t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh .
I know . I didn ' t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick .
When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ?
Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ' m still hungry afterwards .
Oh , you don ' t usually have a starter ?
No , I might have a soup if it ' s a cold winter day .
It will begin at 5:30 .
I am afraid I can't be there on time .
You can see it tomorrow .
I don't want to miss it today .
Done .
One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ?
No , thanks .
Paper or plastic ?
Pardon me ?
Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ?
Paper , please .
Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately .
It's out in the suburbs .
Have you seen the house ?
Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend .
Is it nice ?
Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden .
Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ?
They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight .
When are they going to have the party ?
Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow .
Wow , that would be something to look forward to .
I forgot they were due .
You do realize you are going to have to pay late fees , right ?
How much is the late fee ?
The late fee is 25 cents a day .
So I have to pay 25 cents for each day the books are late ?
It ' s 25 cents for each book .
That ' s a lot of money .
Of course , I think so . But how can you prove to me that you are more capable ?
Maybe you could hire me on trial , if I ' m not qualified for this position , you can let me go .
That ' s a good idea .
Yes , this is my overseas travel accident insurance card .
I'll make a report for you and please claim this to the insurance company with this report .
Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ?
If I told her that , she would faint and have me committed !
The craftsmanship is excellent .
All the parts work .
Thank you so much .
Don't mention it .
The pile is over ten feet high . I am afraid it will fall all over and bury you underneath it if I put this file on top of it .
Very funny . What's wrong with you today ? You are my secretary and you are not supposed to talk to me in that tone of voice . Do you know that ?
What do you expect ? I've been working for you for three years , and you've never given me a holiday . I don't feel well today , because I have a terrible headache . I am not in the mood for being gentle and polite . If you can't stand it , it's your problem . I am not going to change , because I think it suits you best .
Keep your voice down , Kate . I know you've had a hard day today , but you should at least show some respect for me . If you really don't feel well , go home . There isn't much work today anyway .
I apologize for forgetting myself , but I do need some time off .
I love that shirt on you .
What about the jeans ?
They don't really fit you right .
I don't think so either .
That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you .
I'll just buy the shirt .
That would be a good idea .
The time period is set on June 29th .
Could you please tell me something more about the conditions for the tender ?
All right . The area of the factory buildings is around 8,000 square meters . You can read the details in the invitations which will be sent tomorrow .
Thank you for your information .
You're welcome .
I'm sorry to have taken up too much of your time .
It doesn't matter . We'll be in touch .
Okay , bye !
Bye !
My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school .
So he became a self-taught man ?
Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous .
In what field ?
As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country .
Is he still in that that type of work .
No . He retired from that . He is a senator now .
Would you want to be a senator ?
Well , maybe when I get old . But first I'll be a lawyer .
Come on , don ' t flatter me anymore . I took the job because I love being challenged . But I can ' t get this turned around without the support from you people .
Oh , yeah . OK . I'll just buy smallthings !
Huh ? I can ' t hear you , the music ' s too loud .
Let ' s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ?
Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ?
I asked if you come here often .
Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ?
No , this is my first time here .
I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time .
Yeah , that ' s why I ' m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying .
That ' s good . It ' s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while .
I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don ' t mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I ' ll do it in a park .
But it's none of our business .
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ..
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed .
My shopping life will be more convenient .
Don't make it too short . I just want a trim .
Yes , sir . I will use the scissors . Do you always part your hair on the left ?
Yes , I do . That looks good . It's not too short . It ' s just right . How much do I owe you ?
That will be 3 . 50 dollars .
Here is 4 dollars , keep the change .
Thank you very much . Come back to see us .
That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you .
Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday .
Great ! That's settled then .
OK .
Yes , it is . But I ' Ve got a lot of work too .
Well , that ' s life , isn ' t it ?
Excellent .
When do you expect to come ?
September 28th .
What specific places do you wish to visit ?
We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace .
OK .
I'm afraid you can't . You'll have to go out there and walk around .
I see . Thank you .
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
No . I have only personal effects .
Maybe you'll only feel that way on Father's Day .
Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover .
That's too bad . You ' ll have to be more careful nest time .
Anything new at the office ?
No , nothing special . Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache . His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine . The baby is their first child .
That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate !
Yes , we have to . Do you think you can make it tomorrow ?
Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then . Thank you for calling .
You're welcome . Bye .
Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity .
This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ?
No , not really . My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it .
One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished .
How could he make such a silly mistake ?
He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then .
He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ?
Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects .
That's a very good lesson . We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here .
I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife .
I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ?
We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot .
I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together .
That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months .
I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split .
Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while , I got u
yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choicest , you've got to adapt .
yeah , I guess that's a typical example of when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
exactly .
Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great .
Absolutely !
Please write down the zip code in the mailing address .
Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too .
OK . please give me twenty cents .
Here it is . and thank you very much .
You're welcome .
Morning or afternoon ?
Afternoon , please , if that's possible .
Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them .
Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision .
But after all , it is your decision , not mine .
Oh , yes . The green dress is very smart . but I can't be sure if it goes with a hat .
let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ...
how dare you !
hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella !
why did you lie to me in the email ?
I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name .
I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me .
I'm sorry . It was cruel of me . But I promise it will never happen again ? Look , there's a nice restaurant . Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over .
It depends .
I need to talk it over with my wife .
Certainly .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your hardware first . We have a special deal on right now . I should tell you about it , as it only goes until next Tuesday . If you buy one of these fifteen-inch color monitors with a Power Macintosh G3 , you can actually get 30 percent off the usual sale price .
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Mcintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . May I ask where you're from ?
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university-Asian students included-most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies .
Could I see that , please ?
Yes , here it is .
Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is .
Oh , but mine is a three-year program .
Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure .
Okay , thank you .
Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ?
The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning .
Me too .
It will be our turn soon .
Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn .
OK . I'll have many cream cakes today .
I don't like them . I think they are too icky .
Not really , perhaps just a translation problem , that's all . Anyway , we've agreed to accept it .
In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ?
Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines .
Okay , I'll take it . ( to be continued )
I don't mind the work . I think it's worthwhile .
It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some
Well , no surprise there .
No ! Not at all . But , I did find out they have more than one position with different clients , so at least one would probably work .
Great , so are you going to sign a contract with them ?
I'm going there tomorrow .
Great . Good luck .
It's E-A-K-I-N-S .
E-A-K-I-N-S . First name , Donald . And what's your present address , Mr . Eakins ?
It's 1446 Pine Street .
1446 Pine . That ' s in San Francisco , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along .
OK . Here you are .
How much is it ?
Thirty-five yuan .
Here is the money .
Thanks . Nothing else , today ?
Nothing else , thank you .
I'll see you later then .
Bye ! I'll be back before seven .
I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world .
That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks .
We have great confidence in you .
and there're higher salaries there .
well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities .
I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person .
one person ? How about your girlfriend ?
oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life .
sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home .
sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard .
I admire you . Good luck !
Yes , I owed you for last time .
All right . If you insist . Next time it is on me , though .
I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool .
I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood .
Haha . Wish you good luck .
I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there .
That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me .
I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars .
Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store .
We'll see what happens after court .
How old is he ?
He is in his late thirties .
Well . I shouldn ' t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ?
At two thirty .
We can do that very easily .
... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card .
Great . Your order will take only one week .
You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days .
We can do that . It'll just cost you extra .
A black coffee with 2 sugars would be much appreciated , thanks .
I want to post it to Shanghai .
OK , please fill out this form .
Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ?
Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 .
Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ?
Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please .
Ten kg ! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it !
I've been good . I'm in school right now .
What school do you go to ?
I go to PCC .
Do you like it there ?
It's okay . It's a really big campus .
Good luck with school .
Thank you very much .
I have been going to graduate school at USC .
What are you majoring in ?
I am studying international communications .
You should easily be able to find a job with that major .
I am counting on being able to get a good job .
And I'd like to have insurance just in case .
Is there an additional driver ?
No .
If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance .
All right . I'll take it .
Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section .
How about this one ?
All right . How many days would you like to use it ?
Just one day .
May I see your driver's license and credit card please ?
Is the international driving licence fine ?
Yes , it is . ( ... ) Thank you . Please fill in this form . Can you check this box , and put your initials here , and again here .
I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room .
Her room is very neat and clean .
Yeah . She's a very responsible person .
I will keep my room clean , too . That's a promise .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
That's a black fraternity , right ? So we should see some dancing !
I don ' t like all your questions . That ' s why .
well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
what else can we do to protect the environment ?
if you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
how about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
what do you think is the biggest worry for our future ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such as environmentalist before !
to be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
Yeah ! Where there is a will , there is a way .
No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ?
I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters .
How long have you been married ?
About seven years now . and you ?
I ' Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ?
It ' s becoming more and more common . However , I don ' t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ?
If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce .
If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws !
( ha ha ) I ' ll keep that in mind , but don ' t tell my husband .
Of course not !
Here's your receipt .
It ' s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ' t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much !
I don ' t understand . You ' re buying and selling money ?
You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 !
Last night ?
Yeah ! It ' s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I '
You ' re kidding ! I ' m on ! Where do I sign up ?
I would say it's about 5 degree Celsius .
You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit .
Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ?
I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card .
It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second .
Don't forget that you have very little time , sir , before you have to check out .
I can't dance to it . And I know you can't either . Because I've seen you try .
Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary .
OK . I'm Dick .
Glad to meet you .
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
What's on ?
Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night .
That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ?
Ah . The Royal , I think .
What time does it start ?
Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think .
But we won't have enough time for dinner .
Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ?
Ah ... I fancy going to the later show .
Then , there's a 9:30 show .
That's Okay , I think .
All right .
No , I don't have it with me . But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month .
Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ?
C - A - R - O - L . Carol .
I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday .
No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me .
Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name .
His name is Lin , L - I - N .
I'm sorry . I have nothing here .
Miss , I know he made this reservation for me .
Then I believe you have a confirmation slip .
Yeah . Let me see . Is this the one you want ?
That ' s it . What ' s your name . please ?
Wu Mei . That ' s my name .
Just a moment , please . Yes , you have a room reservation for you .
Is this room with a bath room ?
Yes , it ' s .
Can you give me a quiet room ?
It ' s a inside room on the eight floor .
What ' s the room rate ?
Eighty dollars a day . How long do you plan to stay Mrs Wu ?
Three nights I scheduled .
Do you sign the register , please ?
Is that right ?
Thank you , Mrs Wu .
Your room Number is 827 . The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room .
Thanks .
OK ... and what deposit do I need ? I mean , is there a minimum deposit ?
You'll need to deposit 1,500 RIB initially . There will also be some small additional charges for this service .
That's no problem . How long will the whole thing take ? A week ? 10 days ?
It should all be sorted out within 5 working days after receipt of the required documents .
Right , I'll contact my guarantor now and we'll come in within the next couple of days . Thanks very much for your help . Goodbye .
I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex .
oh , how did you deal with it ?
I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up .
oh , it ' s a pity . What was the matter ?
simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences .
like what ?
he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family .
Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first .
yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working .
so that's why it ' s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner .
not really . There are many successful mixed marriage around us .
No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ?
How about these ?
Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ?
Well , there's this pair .
Hmm , they're not too bad .
Why do I need an appointment ?
You need to sign the paperwork .
Can I do that right now ?
When can you come in ?
How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ?
I'll schedule you for then .
Thanks for all your help .
how many rooms do you need in the flat ?
we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined .
ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t
how far away is it from the campus ?
it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a
that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision .
of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there .
thank you . that would be great .
Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time .
Thank you .
Can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like .
No , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends .
Now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation .
What does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me .
Well , the term ' discomgoogolation ' comes from ' discombobulate ' and ' google ' . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web .
That's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy .
Then , you're probably addicted .
I understand . And are there other bonuses included ?
Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date .
Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me .
Excellent . Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ?
Surprise me .
Your lease will be up in three years .
What will happen if I move out before then ?
If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible .
I don ' t understand .
Because our contract says that you will live here for three years .
Okay , I think that I understand .
I ' m glad you understand .
Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China .
There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess .
You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ?
Sure . On a chessboard , fire is much more intensive . It has a smaller board , while those bigger pieces-chariots , horses and bishops-can cover longer distances .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly
Sure . Is this your first time skiing ?
Yes . I tried skiing on grass before . Not very good at it , though .
Oh ok , I ' ll try that tomorrow . It ' ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ' t you come along ?
Oh ok then , I ' ll come and watch you !
We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible .
Yes , we do , we also have this same style in dark blue and red .
No , thank you . I'm just looking for a black pair .
Let me go to the back and get them . I'll be right back .
No . I will fly back twelve days from now .
And you will do some traveling while you are here ?
Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit .
What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ?
Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books .
You're not carrying any food with you today ?
No .
Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ?
Alright .
Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 .
Thank you .
Thank you .
Oh , you mean ' KIKES ' ?
Yeah . That's the one .
Well , I'll see . Sometimes the stores don't have some of the new kinds of cereal .
I will set it up .
They will stay for two days . Try to work out an efficient schedule .
I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen .
Then fans don't see you much in public places .
Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place .
A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . '
I've never had one person that I'd idolized . The comparisons to Jul-ia Roberts are incredibly flattering . I don't really know who I would compare myself to . I'd like to be a combination of a lot of people . A little bit of everything , really . I haven't quite figured out where my strengths are yet , and I've definitely found my weaknesses .
To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive .
How do you spend your leisure time ?
I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies .
So , what kind of sport do you like most ?
Oh , it's hard to narrow it down to just one . I mean , I like all kinds of sports , basketball , swimming , bike riding and so on . Maybe it is just the reason why I am so energetic and vigorous .
I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families .
I think you ' re right !
I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ?
What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you .
Great ! Do you know how to get there ?
Of course .
Couldn't be better .
Well . First , make meaning clear by using concise forma language . Second , describe accurately the exact requirement . Finally , state clearly the permissible variation in quantity .
Yes . It ' s a lovely view .
We must find some time to read report .
I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon .
That ' s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon .
See you .
My laptop is on my bed . If you think it ' s so easy then get on line and try to beat me .
Fine !
Damp it ! How are you killing me with a single shot ? It ' s not fair ! I don ' t want to play anymore ! Let ' s go get something to eat .
Can you bring me something ? I am totally hooked on this game !
Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called .
Certainly . Does she have your number ?
She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 .
01705 ...
455623 .
455623 .
That's right .
OK . I'll make sure she gets the message .
Thank you .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight .
You were dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married .
Don't worry . See where it says , New User ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ?
Ah ! That sounds interesting .
It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ?
Here it is . Have you got the advice slip with you ? You have sufficient funds in the account , so we can go ahead .
Thank you .
Of course , we do .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
All right . Next time you will treat .
It's a deal .
It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over .
Like what ?
Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek .
It was only the cheek .
That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car .
Oh , that is ridiculous .
So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ?
Definitely not .
You see , we still have hurdle .
All right . If you really want to .
Where is the Human Resource Office ?
It ' s on the first floor , Room 120 .
Thanks a lot .
Good luck .
I need it . Thank you .
4434 1234 5678 9902 .
Double one , zero two ?
No , double nine zero two .
4434 1234 5678 9902 ?
That's right .
And the expiry date ?
Eleven , ...
Could you repeat that please ?
November this year .
Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September .
Thank you .
You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White .
Thanks a lot . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
You ' re welcome .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ?
Yes . Why ?
I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook .
That ' s great . I'd love to .
Is this all right ?
So you are leaving this evening . We keep your bags until 6 p . m . Here's your tag .
Thanks a lot .
That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself .
That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this .
The funds are all ready to go in my personal account , so let's transfer it .
OK . I understand . Thank you .
That's an excellent idea .
What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ?
You just can ' t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding !
Hmm . Good exercise , uh ?
Yeah , absolutely !
And it ' s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ' s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her .
You were so happy , weren ' t you ?
What do you think ? I ' m a good boy .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House . We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here .
I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous . But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring .
Boring ? How can it be boring ? It sounds very interesting to me .
Let me give you some brochures to look over .
the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis .
that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper .
and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat .
what's that ?
nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day !
wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising .
yeah , I guess so .
you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise .
hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds .
so what happened ?
well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds .
you should have kept trying .
Don't worry , James . We'll get this case worked out in no time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks .
I see . Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare .
Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in .
All right .
What question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
You know that I care for you . I .. I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I .. I don ' t feel like saying it .
Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel .
Great ! How will we be getting there ?
My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags .
I ' d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now .
Would you like me to give you a lift ?
No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there .
Come on . It ' s no trouble at all .
Ok , thank you .
What docking station ?
This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient .
Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ' t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
Oh , I see . Yeah . Some people like traveling , some don ' t . My husband didn ' t like traveling at first , either . He said what ' s the use of traveling ? A waste of money and a waste of time . At last I got him on the move . After all , he loved me . We went to Bali , Indonesia , one of the most beautiful places in the world . That trip left a very deep impression on him . Since then whenever we have holidays and money , we ' d like to patronize the travel agency . Isn ' t it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life ?
That's very easy . The exit is always open .
Thank you for your help .
My pleasure .
Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient .
How much is the rents ?
2,500 yuan a month .
This apartment is nice , but I'd like to find a cheaper one .
See , it's right over there .
Oh , gosh . I didn't see it .
That's all right .
Cookouts often start slowly . A two o'clock start means you arrive any time after two .
Thanks for telling me this .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I'm hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it's only seven-fifteen . I don't want to be the first one there again .
Don't worry . We won't be the first .
Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ?
He sometimes really drives me crazy .
While you ' re cleaning the cooker , I ' ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meal , by the way .
Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
My pleasure ! This tea towel ' s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
You can have some fruits for dessert . If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake .
Ok , actually I don ' t mind eating peas and carrots . But I hate broccoli and cauliflower .
I'll remember that for next time . You ' ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ?
Thanks , Mom !
I'd like to exchange 3,000 .
Fill out this exchange memo , please .
Yes . Here you are .
Wait a second , please ... These are 24,060 RIB and the receipt , please check them .
All right , thank you so much , good-bye .
Good-bye .
It can't be that bad .
I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here .
Really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime .
Do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better .
Ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ?
When I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen -- just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation .
Has anything else happened to you ?
Nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close .
Well , we'll be careful . Thanks for letting me know .
Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax .
Anything is worth a try . But right now I really just want to find a quiet place to take a nap .
Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you .
I'd totally die if she turned me down .
You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance !
Single or return , sir ?
Single , please .
64 pounds , please .
Here you are .
Here's your ticket and change , sir .
That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ?
But then what would I do every weekend ?
You have good taste in music .
Sure !
Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ' t get your deposit back .
Okay . Thank you for your reminder .
You ' re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in .
Thank you again .
Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room .
I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass .
But when does the plane take off ?
Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir .
Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head .
Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion .
Is that me ?
Could be .
Oh , thank God . Thank you , I'll be right back .
Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ?
I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school .
Good . There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one . If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ?
How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ?
Ten hours a week . From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week .
OK , I'll take it .
Fine . Please fill out the application form .
Oh , the history books are dull to me .
My mom just wants everything to be perfect for us .
What did they say ?
They both just talk about how great they are all the time .
They soud like the neighbours from hell !
They are ! Besides being loud and arrogant , they're also terrible gossips . They're always talking about everybody else in the apartment .
I thought you didn't talk to them much .
I don't , but they talk so loudly that I can hear what they're talking about from my bedroom - and it's not very nice .
What do the other people in your apartment think about them ?
Most of my other neighbours are scared of them .
Maybe you should think about moving .
I can't afford to move right now .
Well , perhaps you should have a party and try to get to know them better . Maybe once you get to know them , they'll turn out to be more sensitive .
I think you're being a bit optimistic . If you met them , you'd understand .
Well , I don't know what else you could do then . Do you think bribing them with chocolate would work ?
What do you recommend ?
What about cocktail ?
I'd like to try something typically Chinese .
I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China .
OK . Let me try it .
Here you are , sir .
Thank you .
There won't be many other expenses expect food .
I guess so .
How do you do ? They aren ' t very busy ! What are their jobs ?
They ' re sales reps . They are very lazy .
Who is this young man ?
This is Jim . He is our office assistant .
Do you know this song ?
Yes , I like it very much .
Let's sing it together , shall we ?
No problem .
Does that mean work isn't that great ?
It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it .
But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun .
That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce .
I hope you're right .
They only said wonderful things about you . You did a good job of finding me .
Finding the beautiful woman in a red dress next to the fountain wasn't all that hard .
Yes , I guess it was a choice of me or the pigeons !
I was hoping that we could take a walk down the street to my favorite cafe .
Lunch sounds great ! Let's head on out !
No , I haven ' t . I have never eaten jellyfish before .
What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ' s brains ?
No , I have not and I ' m not sure I want to try them now .
No problem . Good luck .
Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink !
Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere !
Where is our camera ? Let's see if we can catch this on film !
Six months . That's a long time .
It's not so long really . What class are you in ? Intermediate or ... ?
Intermediate Three . And what about you ?
I'm in Advanced One . Who's your teacher ?
I can't remember her name , but she's got curly red hair .
Ah ! Does she wear glasses ?
Yes , I think so .
That's probably Anne Wallis .
Yes that's right . Do you know her ? Is she your teacher too ?
No . But she taught me last term . How long have you been here ?
Only a week .
Wow , not long . Where do you live ? With a family ?
Well , I'm staying at the YMCA at the moment . I'm looking for somewhere more permanent . Do you know of any good places ?
Yes . Actually my friend has a spare room in here apartment and she's looking for a flatmate . Would you like her phone number ?
That would be great ! Thanks for your help . Can I buy you coffee ?
I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful .
One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ?
We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ?
How about some coffee and tea as well ?
We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas .
I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away .
The hot drinks first would be great . Thanks !
How about today at 6 p . m . ?
That time is okay with me .
Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ?
No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work .
If you're interested , you can fill out an application form .
That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ?
No . The only thing I need to see is your driver's license .
She would be laughing one moment , and if I said something insensitive , she would start crying . I didn't want to deal with that .
She sounds very emotional .
She was a psycho , man . One time we were suppose to get together . I was waiting for her call , and when she finally called , she was screaming why I wasn't at her place .
Were you suppose to be there ?
I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping . It was a misunderstanding . She was literally screaming on the phone over this .
Ok . You're right . She's a psycho .
I'm just glad it's over .
Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ?
For 6 months we can offer you 0 . 59 % .
That sounds fine to me . Yes , I think 6 months is the way to go .
Yes , that ' s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London .
The London Weekly right ?
Yes , in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future .
Very well .
What kind of soup would you like ?
I want egg soup .
Have you decided on anything ?
I'd like to have some meat .
How about stewed-fried steamed pork ?
No , thank you .
Are you interested in today's special ?
What is it ?
Twice cooked spicy pork slices .
OK . Let me try it .
Anything else ?
No , thank you
You really should have stayed with us , Dave .
maybe you have a point .
make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions .
all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral !
that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater .
oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert .
exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it .
why not try it on ?
it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ?
yes .
I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home .
I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies .
Look on the bright side . At least you have a job .
Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it .
Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight .
How about a cold bottle of beer .
Now you're talking .
You failed .
How'd I fail it ?
There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass .
What did I do wrong ?
To sum it all up , you really just don't know how to drive .
Thanks . Will I be able to take a retest ?
Sure you can , in about two and a half weeks .
Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food .
Seriously ?
Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so .
Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet .
Absolutely right . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine .
But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body .
There's a petite section that you an check out .
What's in the petite section ?
It has clothes in small sizes for small women .
I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother .
When can you come ?
I don't know when I can come . I'll let you know later .
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Oh , thank you . So nice you are .
It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ?
I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ?
Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal .
Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste .
OK , enjoy yourself , sir .
Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is .
It is beef . Do you like it ?
That's OK . Thanks very much .
You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help .
OK .
of course , that's something really irritation . And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff . I recommend you to consult the price tags in the superb
Tell me what you want to eat .
I've been craving chicken and potatoes .
I'd like that .
Are you going to cook it tonight ?
I'm really not going to cook tonight .
Okay , I guess I'll cook .
Why don't you start cooking then ?
I just work there .
What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ?
I'm here on vacation .
How long do you plan to stay in the United States ?
Almost three weeks .
Sir , you didn't fill out the information on your arrival card of where you will be staying .
Oh , I'm sorry , but there are a couple of different places I will travel to within the United States , so I wasn't sure what to put .
You must specify an address of the place where you will spend most of your time .
Ok , here you are .
Do you have enough means to support yourself while you are here ?
Yes . I have some travellers cheques and two credit cards .
Very good . Do you have anything to declare ?
Nope . I only have my clothes and camera !
Very well sir , welcome to the United States , enjoy your visit .
When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ?
Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ?
If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ?
I think maybe I could be there .
I am free at 1
Maybe that would work .
I'll catch you later then . Have a wonderful morning .
It doesn't matter .
What's your plan now ?
After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job .
Best wishes for you .
Thank you .
OK . I'll take it . Will you gift-wrap this , please ?
Could you take it to that counter , please ?
Get this prescription filled and go straight to bed .
Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer .
Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually .
I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash .
Never mind . You can leave them to me .
Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing .
It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know .
I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ?
That will be 80 Yuan altogether . Here is your invoice .
There are tons of other paintings that I think are better .
Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ?
No , how much is it worth ?
About 80 million dollars .
Whoa .
I didn't do anything .
We've found some heroin at your house .
No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff .
That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking .
I don't need your help , jerk .
Whatever you say .
No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please .
May I take a bus to get there ?
You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there .
OK . Thank you a lot .
We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ?
Possibly . What's the actual price ?
The price will be $ 308 a night .
$ 308 ! That's not bad .
Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ?
Nonsmoking , definitely !
Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ?
Yes , that'll be just fine .
One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number .
It's 626-555-1739 .
Let me repeat that 626-555-1739 . Okay , sir , we look forward to seeing you in April !
They are behind the door .
How can we do that ?
You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ?
No .
Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds .
That sounds great . Thanks .
I ' ll call you if I ' m delayed .
Well ... What are you interested in ?
How about the Classical Music Club ?
Joanna , give me a break .
Hey-how about the Cinema Club ?
Sounds OK to me . I like movies . Hey , Joanna , look - there are a lot of decent-looking guys here . And the club jackets - they're really hot ! I think we made the right choice !
Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample .
Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample .
OK .
That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons .
The pleasure ' s all mine , Rebecca .
I hope to hear from you very soon .
Absolutely . Thanks for coming Rebecca . Goodbye .
OK , it's 672910 .
Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ?
Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor .
You're such a neat freak ! I'm outta here !
This guy tried to rob the bank .
I can't believe it .
I was really scared when he pulled the gun out .
What happened next ?
He tried to leave with the money .
Did he get caught ?
They caught him before he could walk through the front door .
OK . How about after the shower ?
After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin .
That sounds comfortable .
Yes , then enter the bathroom , There is a stove tired with wood in the room , and on the top of the stove , there is a pile of stones , which keep the heat . Throw some water on the stones , and dry steam is given off .
I really envy you . You know I'm not taking my vacation until December .
Yes . I got a bachelor's degree in English from Beijing University .
Why are you willing to work for our company ?
I can get more promotion in your company .
OK , that's all . We'll inform you in two days .
Thank you .
Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight .
Where did you go to university ?
My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature .
What ' s your current occupation ?
I ' m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books
Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ?
No , I didn ' t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge .
How did you start writing ?
I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky .
Are you writing a book now ?
Yes , it ' s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have
Sounds interesting .
Let me just check that on my computer . Oakfield is a low risk area , so your premiums will probably be around $ 100 a month . The other thing to take into account is deductibles .
In this pamphlet it says that the minimum amount for deductibles is $ 2000 . what does that mean exactly ?
It means That the first $ 2000 of any claim you make must be paid by you . The insurance policy covers any amount above that , up to the agreed limit .
Oh , I see . That ' s fine . What is the advantage of having higher deductibles ?
If you have higher deductibles , your premium are lower , because you will pay more of the claim and we will pay less .
It seems that I should do some calculations before deciding . I presume that the insurance period can be for as long as we agree .
We initially sign one-year policies with our policyholders . These are renewable after the first year .
If I have a claim , how long does it take to make a settlement ? I ' Ve heard that with some insurance companies , it can take months .
That is of great concern to out clients . We aim to satisfy all claims within a month , but we can ' t guarantee that
That's good !
Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ?
Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin .
Really ?
He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself .
He performs very well . He is so funny !
OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family !
OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ?
Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour .
OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot !
You are welcome ! We are neighbors !
That's smart these days with all the news on skin cancer . Hey , there's everybody ! We made it !
Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot .
No kidding ! What happened to Ad ?
Darling found out he was having a fling , and one new girl found out about Darling she dumped him too .
Was , talk about a double whammy .
Ya . And now I can break this to you . Fanny is moving .
Oh , right . What a load off my mind . I really don ' t like her .
Well I have to go , Rock Sam . You take it easy , OK .
Thanks for the visit , Betty .
OK . I can afford to take a few days off work .
Have you been working hard recently ?
Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ' s done now , so I can relax a little .
Good . Let ' s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ' m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ' t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ?
I have a bad headache , but ...
Don ' t worry about that . It ' s probably of the stress you ' Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ' t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ' d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription .
Thanks doctor . I ' ll get these immediately . Goodbye .
Well , you can check the local paper or search ' flea market ' online .
Sure . But I still liked it .
Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ?
No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ' d like to buy a bicycle .
But why ? Since you like it so much .
Because bicycles are safer .
I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look .
When can I come and see you ?
You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you .
Now I know that something bad is up !
Just relax . We will talk about it this afternoon .
I understand . To be honest , I'll be glad to get rid of it if it is a fake .
The machine shows it to be counterfeit . You'll need to fill in this form and I'll give you a receipt to show the money has been confiscated .
Well , there are several kinds of steaks . For example , you can have your steaks medium-rare , medium-well or well-done .
Thanks for your explanation , I would like it well-done .
The stomach and intestines !
Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ?
Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder !
Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed .
So what do these organs do , teacher ?
Well , mumm , they ... Time for a break ! We can talk about it when you get back .
You deserve credit , too . I've learned so much from You .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
I heard . But did you have to tear out his nose ring ?
The stock exchange where I worked was too small My further promotion was impossible . I am able of more responsibilities , so I decided to leave .
Sure , can I see your student ID ?
Sure , here it is .
Very good .
How much for the pass ?
It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 .
Okay , I'll take it .
Thank you for your purchase .
You are welcome .
Sure . This is the warranty . The cut , color , clarity , weight and the manufacturer of the diamond are all indicated in this document .
Take it from my savings account .
Where would you like the money transferred ?
I want it transferred into my checking account .
How much would you like to transfer ?
I would like to transfer $ 200 .
Will that be all today ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck .
Yeah . Well , I'll see you this weekend .
On the meter ?
Ye , of course .
OK . let ' s go .
No , it seems too old-fashioned to my fiancee .
What about this ?
It seems too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Then you can buy this one . It's very nice and latest in style .
Oh , this one is perfect .
There ' s no catch ! You just choose a plan , sign a three-year contract and , that ' s it ! Actually , we ' re running a special promotion right now , and we ' re giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan .
So what does this plan include ?
Well , you get nine hundred anytime minutes , and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients , one thousand text messages per month , and unlimited evening and weekend minutes . Oh , and we also offer a rollover option .
Wow , all this for forty dollars per month ?
That ' s right , plus the activation fee , the emergency services fee , the monthly service fee , oh , and any charges for extra minutes , and ...
It's his 50th birthday .
Well , wish him a happy birthday for me .
Sure thing . What are your plans for the evening ?
I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight .
Well , if you can wait until tomorrow night , I'll go with you then .
Sorry , I've got people coming over tomorrow night .
Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us .
Sounds that way . Maybe some other time then ?
Sure . Hey , I'm sorry , but I've got to get going .
Yeah , me , too . It's about time I made a move .
Say hello to your friends for me .
Likewise . See you later .
Bye !
Really ? Let me see .
That's all ?
Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them .
OK .
How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ?
There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ?
It's really only a small load .
Do you mind washing my clothes ?
Not at all . It's no problem .
Thank you so much .
It's no trouble at all .
Well-endowed ? Don't worry . I have some bras with bigger cup sizes in the back .
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation ?
No , I didn ' t . I started working at a university in London but as time went by , I found I did not really like my job . I decided to explore other fields . Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge .
Do you like your current job ?
Yes , I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities . I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company .
How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school .
Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ?
Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training .
Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ?
Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile .
Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ?
I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what .
Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ?
Well , I guess if you are Sigrid and Roy you can keep a tiger or lion . I guess all types of things don't they .
Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from .
Tell that to my boss .
Do you know Abraham Lincoln ?
Yes .
He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States .
He was also assassinated because of his views .
He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit .
Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion .
That's the spirit . Never give up on your dream .
What about the 3rd round ?
Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two .
Have you got small change ? They require exact fare .
Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ?
One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box .
I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ?
It runs every ten minutes . Oh , here comes the bus .
Sure . you can get a further discount at 5 % .
Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss .
What classes do you think are still open ?
Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology .
That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester .
I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full .
He does that ?
I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class .
That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help .
No problem , man .
Yes , I really don't like it .
I think it suits you well .
I agree , but I like wire frames .
How about this ? They're the same shape .
It's great !
No , there ' s no need .
Can I print it ?
No , don ' t bother . It ' s all right as it is .
Have you been here before ?
No , it's the first time I've been here .
I will take you to Li River after walking around here .
That's wonderful ! I have heard the scene of Li River is beautiful !
Yes , you'll be in a different world there .
I must , if I want to pass the course .
Well , what time does it begin ?
It begins at 7 p . m ..
OK . I see .
How many tickets do you want ?
Just two .
OK . Fifty yuan for each .
Here is the money .
It's on the west side of the campus .
Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ?
It was empty last time I went up there .
How long ago was that ?
I went up there early this morning .
Do you think it'll be full now ?
It might be . You'll have to go see for yourself .
Thank you .
There are some stains that were left in the carpet .
Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in .
Oh , is that right ?
Yes . Now what other problems do you have ?
That was the only problem that I saw .
Well , I ' m glad that everything else is to your liking .
I honestly love it .
Here it is . It ' s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment .
Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ?
We make deliveries only for bulk buying .
Is it free of charge ?
No , but the charge is rather low .
Ok , thank you .
Yes . But if I have any more soup , I think I'll die .
Milk ?
No .
It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 .
That is good .
You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ?
That's right .
Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C .
Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ?
Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three .
Fine , thank you very much .
One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ?
Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern .
All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight .
Thanks .
A reading knowledge of a language is larger and different from a writing knowledge . Don ' t you think so ?
I think I see what you mean . I can read Shakespeare but I definitely can ' t write it .
Exactly .
So I have another question for you . What do you think is harder , speaking or understanding ?
They ' re both harder than reading or writing .
In what way ?
Because they are direct communication with another person , and there ' s a time limit . This time limit is the most serious problem for foreigners , even for those who know lots of English .
You are making me feel really discouraged .
I ' m not trying to discourage you . I ' m trying to help you . You have to live with these difficulties . Isn ' t it better to know about them ? The more you know about what you have to face , the better you ' ll do . I promise !
My watch says ten past .
It ' s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ' ll put the radio on .
It ' s only seven o ' clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ' t . It ' s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
It doesn't matter .
My candidate is probably the most intelligent .
Is that right ?
I also agree with all his policies .
That ' s great !
I know he ' s going to be the next President .
Hopefully , he will be .
I can ' t wait to vote .
Thank you again . I'll keep doing my best .
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
No problem .
Are you going to this class this morning ?
Of course , easy . No sweat .
You're no able to move after this class .
Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake .
You want to bet ?
Yeah , what't the bet ?
I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing .
You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive !
Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster !
Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true , don't you think ?
Oh , yes . Arm , well , what exactly is it that interests you about the job ?
Well , I just thought that it was right up my street you know .
Really , mmmm . Arm , well , could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself ?
Yes , arm , I'm 23 . I've been working abroad , I'm um ...
Where exactly have you been working , please ?
Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ?
All right . I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning .
really ? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often . I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress .
yes . That ' s why I listen to it in the evenings . I usually play it as background music while I ' m cooking or doing other housework .
I ' Ve got a few classical music CD ' s . I should follow your lead and increase my brain power .
you can find plenty of recording on the internet too . You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them .
that ' s a good idea . You should do the same with some music . You might find something you like . Classical music might make you clever , but dance might make you livelier and happier .
that ' s true . There ' s clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people . Music can influence a person ' s feeling and character .
And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef .
Actually , I ' m vegetarian so I ' d like to have the bean curd .
Oh , that ' s a good choice . Very healthy too .
You are fine the way you are . Besides , plastic surgery hurts .
Really ?
Sure it is . So you'd better get rid of this idea .
Let ' s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you .
Yes .
By the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
Really ? What is it ?
It is a job at an advertisement company .
Do you think they'd hire me ?
Anyway , it is worth trying .
Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower .
Of course , sir . Have a good day .
It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday .
Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers .
That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences .
And a good way to get some pocket money .
Let's do it together .
I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card .
For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ?
Yes , but I don't want my Mom to tap my phone when I call Clive .
Then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ' s a big statue of a soldier . You can ' t miss it .
Ok . Where do I go then ?
You ' ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ' s a big building and you ' ll see a big sign on the front of the building .
God it . Thans very much .
I do back flips at the pool all the time .
it usually goes to the dump .
that seems like an awful waste ! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal ?
ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China . You know , in the past , people could not afford to eat out like they can today .
I guess that makes sense . I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home .
well , if you want , you can take the leftovers home .
no , that's OK . You know what they say when in Rome ...
I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet . I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them .
many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet , but my parents grew up eating them , so I think they are OK .
did you like them ? You could take the last one home with you .
that's OK . I'll try anything once , but sometimes , once is enough !
Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people .
All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style .
What's the difference between these two styles ?
The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts .
Get me some of each .
OK , here you are .
art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say .
you must have had a great time .
yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening .
yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you .
on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems .
that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful .
you'll have to try for yourself some day .
Sorry , but I'm on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online .
I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious .
Well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him .
Did you tell him ?
Yes . He said I'm his dream girl .
You shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie .
I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice .
I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends , and then the right person will come along .
Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf .
I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played .
A great deal of people follow rugby in my country .
There are plenty of rugby fans in my country too .
Yes . And there's a walk-in closet .
Is there air conditioning ?
Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room .
What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ?
It's 600 yuan per month . The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease .
I like the apartment , Mr . Sellers . You can show me the lease .
Well , what kind of salary do you provide ?
Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company .
I see .
Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job .
Sounds fine .
For instance , some products that do very well in Tokyo branch are a flop in Malaysia . We ' re talking about different people with different lifestyles and different needs . Each of the branches takes these types of things into consideration when they compile their reports and their marketing plans .
Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ?
OK , it's no problem .
( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken .
OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest .
Ha , I know you are great secretary .
Thanks your flatter .
Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ' s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot .
It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it .
Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control !
For sightseeing .
Where are you going to stay ?
At the Hilton hotel .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , nothing .
Do you get along with your roommates ?
Of course . They are very friendly .
Which floor are you on ?
We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony .
Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout .
Yes , that's a good idea .
Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room .
Let's give them a hand .
You're welcome .
What good is it for ?
Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired .
That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long .
Why is it so ?
Because if you drink a kind of tea which has been prepared for some time before , it will do you harm .
Sure . I ' ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties .
Very good . Now , if you will accompany me , we can take your measurements and choose the patterns for your suit and shirts .
Can you give me a better deal ?
Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price .
Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it .
Well , two hundred yuan .
No , this is my final offer .
OK , I'll wrap it for you .
12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus .
Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ?
Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time .
( still on the bus . ) What time is it ?
It is a quarter to twelve .
Oh dear , we will miss our train .
What type of tools ?
You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe .
Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ' s next ?
I ' ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ' ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done !
Well , good luck with your garden , especially considering we are in the dry season and it won ' t rain for the next three months !
sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first .
ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ?
it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ?
it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes .
can you also take still photos with this ?
yes , that is an option .
how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ?
yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark .
that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ?
It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera .
how does that compare with other models ?
there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one .
I guess you can't have everything , can you ?
A basket of lilies .
You need fruit and lilies . Am I right ?
Right . Here is five hundred yuan in advance . Is it enough ?
I think it's quite enough . I'II have them bought for you as soon as possible .
Great ! Thank you very much .
It will be held at the Music Hall .
What's on the program ?
It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know .
Well , they took us along with some paramedics . There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense !
I can imagine ! I tend to faint when I see blood , so I think I won ' t be taking up a course like that anytime soon !
Whatever , I think I ' m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well .
I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ' t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing .
I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive .
You don ' t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts !
Really ?
Yeah ! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week !
Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ?
She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ' s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse .
Have you ever thought about having another pet ?
The kids want a rabbit . I don ' t think it would be a good idea to get a mouse or a fish ! That might be too tempting for our cat !
You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz .
I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ?
At once , sir . You'll love this place , I assure you .
It ' ll take about 20 minutes .
The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ?
Yes , they are .
Is it the rush hour now ?
Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ?
No , I ' m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ?
Yes , sir .
Well , we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start .
What else can we do to protect the environment ?
If you do have to drive , you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol . Also , your home should use sources of renewable energy .
How about recycling ? Does that actually help ?
Yes . You should take your glass , paper , plastic , cardboard , and tin cans to a recycling center .
What do you think the biggest worry for our future is ?
I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone .
I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before !
To be honest , in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place , we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment .
No way . I ' ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ' t like the idea of paying three months ' rent on an empty apartment , either .
I don ' t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it .
Yes , but whom to ?
Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August .
That ' s exactly when I ' ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees .
Tell you what , I ' ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ' ll mention it to him then .
Well , thanks , Bill . Let me know what happens . That extra money will really come in handy .
Are there a lot of clothes ?
There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ?
It's a medium load .
You don't mind , do you ?
No big deal . I'll do it for you .
Okay , thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Your tickets are valid for one year . If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines .
OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ?
In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge .
That's reasonable . OK , thank you very much .
At Huangshan .
OK . Here you are .
And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ?
We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning .
Thanks .
I accidentally wrote the check for too much .
How much did you write the check for ?
The check was written for $ 150 .
How much were you supposed to write it for ?
I needed to write it for $ 100 .
I can cancel it for you right now .
Thank you so much .
I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ?
I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis .
Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ?
I'll try ; it's hard !
Thanks for stopping by !
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
Well , who all is going to be there ?
Everyone from school .
How do you know it's going to be so fun ?
This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks .
Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun .
So am I going to see you at the party ?
Yeah , I will be there .
Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ?
Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ?
Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen .
Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens .
I quite like this one . How much is it ?
It's $ 180 .
Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ?
These are our cheapest coats , madam .
Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 .
Here's your change .
Thank you .
Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ?
No , not really .
So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ?
No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour .
Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly .
You are a pessimist .
I am a realist .
Thank you very much .
Seventy US dollars .
Here is the money . Could you deliver this to my house ?
Of course . We are always at your service .
Here is my name card . Thanks .
You are welcome .
Here's fifteen Yuan .
And here's your change . Please check if it is correct .
OK , that's right .
Welcome to come again .
OK .
Actually , if you go to the bus stop in the next block , you can take No . 105 which will let you right off in front of the zoo gate .
Maybe that ' s what I'll do . Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome .
Yeah right ! I ' m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ' s really not healthy !
Fine ! I ' ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ?
It ' s a start , but I ' ll be happy when I see you stick to your promise !
It was not in the past . But from 2008 , we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival .
But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ?
Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry .
Well , you're here . And that's the main thing .
Said , and done . Will there be anything else ?
No , that gets it for now , thank you .
Well , give us a call if there's anything more we can help you with .
His life is hanging by a thread , and he is under an emergency treatment .
Is it furnished ?
No , it ' s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ' s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ' t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ...
No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison .
Ok , we would do as your requirement . And we ' ll contact with you later !
Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz .
Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ?
Right away , sir . She will be impressed with your local knowledge .
Who's that guy who's handing out beer to everyone ?
That's my boyfriend Matt . Isn't he cute ?
He sure is !
Come on . I'll introduce you two .
Are you interested in being in a particular school district ?
Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District .
Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ?
I would love to have a home with a view .
Fine , I will begin a search for the perfect home for you . I will call you in a few days .
Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave .
Thank you , Mr . Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr . Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients .
Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed .
I will . Many thanks , Mr . Black .
You mean they ' re kicking you out ?
Not really , they just don ' t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out .
Well , it ' s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ' s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so .
My parents just didn ' t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ' s important that I should learn how to live on my own .
I know I need to learn that myself , but I just don ' t have the money for it at the moment . Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place .
Have you been able to sleep regular hours ?
It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache .
Has anything hit you in the head lately ?
I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago .
Let ' s have you come back in a few days and see how you feel .
Throw it away and buy a new one .
No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day .
So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ?
Yes , that's what I am doing .
Why bother ? Just buy a new watch . It doesn't cost much . Besides , I just can ' t put up with this thing any more .
Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here .
So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon .
Yeah . I'm going to my locker to get my jacket . Catch you later .
Yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
Have you been drinking plenty of water ?
No , just soda .
Ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
That seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
Is anyone else sick in your home ?
No , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The nurse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us by this afternoon .
Thanks .
It sure is .
No other city can match it . It's heaven .
Well , if you live in other cities as long as enough , you will love them just as much .
Maybe .
That's for sure .
... Quick ! Pass me your binoculars . Look at that bird ... I've never seen one of those before . It's indigenous to Guiling , and an endangered species too . This is lucky .
I didn't know you liked bird watching .
I don't really . I just like wildlife , and you don't get to see too much of it in the city . This place is full of it .
I'm sorry to hear that .
The dog bit the delivery boy .
What a pity !
And a storm blew our roof away .
Ho , no !
He should be back in about forty minutes .
I'll charge it . Here's my card .
Dark , please .
Now or later ?
Later will do .
Will there be anything else ?
No , that's all . Thanks .
One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow .
That's right .
Just a moment , please .
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
No , not now . I have found a part-time job . So perhaps I can help my family to come over the difficulties .
Oh , that's so great , bless you ! if you need me , I'll always be there .
Thank you .
There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet .
Will the cords keep it from turning on ?
It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected .
I didn't think of that .
Try it and see if it works .
I think that I will , thanks .
It should work , but let me know if it doesn't .
Er , let me see . Romance , comedy , documentary , action , science fiction , cartoon and so on .
In a word , you like all the movies except for the horror movies .
Yeah , It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also like romance and comedy movies very much .
The Terminal is a movie of this type .
So we can relax now .
Yeah , I could hardly wait to see it .
I have already .
What did it say ?
It says the book is on the shelf , but I didn ' t find it there .
I can always borrow the book from another library .
You can do that ?
I ' ll make the call and contact you when it gets in .
That ' s fantastic . Thank you .
O . K . May I have your name please ?
John Smith .
Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ' s your telephone number ?
555-7658
Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ?
623 West Side Drive . New York , New York .
Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day .
Thank you , you too .
Of course , we will , sir .
Yes . It's really snowing .
I love winter , I love snow .
But don't you think it's a little too cold ?
But I like cold more than hot .
You are so interesting .
Just because you work for a week doesn ' t mean that you will be losing your benefits .
How was it ?
I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up .
Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour .
Ok , I won't keep you then .
Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye !
Yes , stay in touch . Bye !
Give me your email , would you ?
Sure ! It's txyb@gmail . com .
No problem , here you are .
I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs .
Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable .
OK , thanks . I really appreciate it .
But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue .
Maybe you are right .
Do you have any evidence ?
No , we got no receipt , but we paid on the spot .
I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives .
Mam , another minute , could I ?
Hurry up , little boy .
Can I answer it in Chinese ?
No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English .
Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ...
Excellent . Class is over . Let's have a break .
A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ...
Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs !
Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself .
Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile .
She is a real star . Not a onetime thing .
But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing !
Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things .
You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her .
Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ?
Here is the programme . Check it out yourself !
OK .
My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual .
This gift is the best for a man who has everything .
Oh , a nice handkerchief . That's a great idea . I'll take it .
Oh , I don ' t care about that .
Everybody is buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they ' re very fashionable , you see .
I ' m afraid I ' m not interested in fashion .
I see .
But thank you very much all the same .
Sorry , I couldn ' t help you .
You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 .
Here is the money .
Do you have a seat available on the same flight the day after tomorrow ?
Yes . You are reconfirmed on Flight No . 125 for Zhenjiang , leaving Beijing at 2:00 p . m . on January 15th .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes .
Come off it , Mary .
Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes !
You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ?
Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him .
I guess I asked the wrong person .
So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty . Do you have any other requests ?
Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring .
Okay , sir . Sleep well .
Yes , certainly . Would you wait for a few minutes ?
Thanks . Would you do me another favor ?
Yes , what is it ?
Some more Chinese tea for us , please .
Sure . I'll be back in a minute .
Whoa , don ' t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ?
I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ' s all .
Ahahah ... really ?
Oh , and I can ' t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ?
Hey , I offered last year ...
Well , I ... anyways , I was just thinking of the red envelopes . I wanna make a list of all the things I ' m gonna buy with my red envelope money ! I can ' t wait ! I ' m gonna have so much money ! Mom , can I get a pen and a piece of paper ? I want a new transformer , no , two transformers ... the Optimums Prime , and ... maybe the wheeljack ? I ' ll get a PSP game , ahahah , and I ' ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald ' s ...
Thank you .
Turn on the TV , for what ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ?
I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate it .
But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill !
Well , alright , I agree with you about that , but I still prefer a big town .
This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen .
What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ?
Just plug in a peripheral CD or floppy drive and you're ready to go !
Bye !
Bye !
The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ' s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ' s safe !
Great play !
We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ' s the pitch , he hits it ! It ' s going , going , that ball is gone !
Home run by Okapi ! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium !
I understand why you ' re angry , Mrs . Wilson , and believe me , we are doing everything in our power to work this out .
Well , obviously , what you ' re doing is not good enough !
If you could just give us a few more days , we should be able to get this straightened out .
I recommend crisp beef and fried duck .
We don ' t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips .
Do you want any dissert ?
no dissert , thanks , just coffee . can I have the check please ?
You ' Ve got to be kidding me ! You ' re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ?
Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ' s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ' s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ' m willing to forgive and forget and if you are .
Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down .
Yeah , I ' ll try to do the same . So , I was wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday night ?
No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ?
I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers .
I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ?
We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night . We sing or tell stories .
That sounds wonderful .
It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ?
I think he's going to the mountains with his parents .
Well , so long , Mary . Have fun .
You too , Peter . Give my regards to John . I'll see you in September .
Right here . Me and my PC . Home sweet home .
How nice .
I may take you there some day .
Good .
Pick the one that you always sing in the shower .
Funny . Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers .
Read me the index number !
1021 . It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along !
No . I need a rest !
Yeah , it is a good idea . You can stay in my house for the night if you would like to .
Yeah . By the way , can I take a shower ?
Sure , but I don't have hot water , yet .
Really ?
No , they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on . My phone should be working then , too .
Well , do you want to go outside for dinner ?
Yeah , I can't cook anything until tomorrow , anyway . Let's go to the restaurant nearby . It's my treat .
OK . Let's go .
Does it have enough lodging ?
No problem . The temple is quite large .
There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees .
I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ?
Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' .
Anything else I should bring ?
If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you .
Needless to say .
Sign here , please .
There you go .
Good-bye , and thank you for shopping here .
I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ?
yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children .
interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ?
the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da
do you get along well with each other ?
yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot .
you are very lucky to have such a nice family .
thank you .
he is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor .
oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ?
he didn't say , but he said he would call me .
maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much !
oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ?
come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry .
thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging .
that's what friends are for .
You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy !
You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ?
You ' re so picky sometimes .
Here you go , honey , fried eggs .
I said sunny side up ! How many times do I have to tell you .
Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it .
Any question about the work ?
To whom should I report ?
The general manager of your section .
What are the benefits ?
We'll offer that on holidays .
I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ?
Yes , we have inspection abroad .
Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent .
Okay .
They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode .
They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand .
Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital .
What does this mean ?
This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer .
I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing .
Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects .
What special effects ?
Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves .
That's great !
With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners .
So everybody's getting video mail .
No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector .
I'd like to see that myself .
Have a wallet size print made for me , too .
Certainly .
So I couldn't get through .
It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ?
Well , the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service .
Oh , sure , I understand . I'd be happy to send you a promotional packet about the programs that I think might best suit a company of your size . Would it be okay if I called again to see if you have any questions ?
Let's do this . Since I'm not sure when I'll get a chance to read the material , why don't I give you a call if I have any questions . Now , I'm really sorry , but I have to get going to this meeting .
No problem at all . I won't keep you any longer . I'll put a package to you in the mail and we'll go from there .
Sounds good .
Thanks for your time .
No problem . Bye , bye .
No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time .
I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ?
Yeah . She died in her sleep .
I'm sorry she's gone .
At least she didn't suffer .
I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together .
I know . But I miss her .
When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said .
Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks .
It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat .
You're right ... I should eat something . Let's go .
How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning .
It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ?
No , it's just the two of us .
Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ?
Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips .
Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room . Check - out time is noon .
Thank you very much .
Thank you , sir . Enjoy your stay with us .
Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape .
Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ' re not perfectly cylindrical .
This is the world ' s largest sports stadium . It ' s a massive oval .
What sports do they play there ?
It says here that it ' s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings .
Is that building a perfect cube ?
According to the book , it is . I ' Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ?
Is says here that it ' s a war memorial . Now , there ' s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it .
Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today .
Give me a dozen .
Very good . Would you like anything else ?
No , I'll just give her the roses and a card .
She should be very pleased with these roses .
Of course we do ! My father's parents , Mum , Dad , three unmarried aunts , two uncles , my two brothers , my three sisters and me .
But you don't live at home anymore .
Right , but that's where my heart is . But you're right , now there are only 14 living at home .
My goodness ! Your family must live in a huge house .
Yes . My family lives in rural Korea , near Pusan . We have a huge house . The first floor of the house is a part-time private school . In the afternoon , students come for special tutoring in biology , Englis
Wow ! you grew up in a school ! No wonder your English is excellent !
My aunts and uncles are all teachers .
You are so lucky !
I guess so . While growing up , I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year .
That's what i did in America . I was reading all the time . I was never a big TV watcher . TV wastes time .
I agree . Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English . All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English .
800 books ? I'm impressed !
My aunts studied in the American universities . They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English . That ' s what they learn here in America .
Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ?
OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here .
OK , I'll take it . Here's the money .
Thank you very much .
Tim , in Room 1021 .
And when would you want us call you this time ?
At six thirty AM tomorrow .
Ok , six thirty AM . We will call you exactly on that time .
I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too .
I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute .
Did I mention she's good at cutting hair too ?
I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John .
Why ? I work very hard .
Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees .
Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them .
I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go .
It's unfair .
We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign .
OK . I need to think about that for a while .
All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day .
He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified .
Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job .
Why don't you go over the resumes again ? They might help you decide who to hire .
Yes . I ' m on a diet , but I ' Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ' Ve lost twelve pounds .
Wow ! That ' s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ' s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break .
What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ' m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday .
Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ' s not hard . I can do that .
Sure . Join my class next week .
You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when .
Will they need anything else from me ?
You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance .
What should I do after I turn in the application ?
You need to be interviewed over the phone . They will set up a time for you .
Then one to New York at 10 thirty .
One way or round trip ?
One way .
A soft seat or hard one ?
How much is a soft ?
$ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 .
Then one hard seat , please .
OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 .
Really ? You worked here for just half an hour . I consider the price very high .
Go ahead . It ' s OK with me .
One more thing . Would you give me a ten-dollar raise ?
No .
Maybe that ' s why your English is much better than my Chinese .
I like it .
Here ' s the master bedroom .
Wow , it ' s nice . What did you say about the rent ?
$ 900 a month .
Does that include utilities ?
Yes . It includes electricity , water , gas and cable , but the telephone is extra .
When will it be available ?
The end of this month .
I like it a lot but I need to talk with my wife . Can you hold it for me for two days ?
Sure .
Thank you very much . I will let you know as soon as possible .
No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while .
Is he at home ?
I'm afraid not . He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment .
It was no big deal .
What do your parents think of your dating a boy ?
They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend .
They're glad ? !
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say " Check Mate " and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
Sure . Let me ring this up for you at the register . If you would like , this can be gift-wrapped for free . Just take it to the customer service department .
Don ' t worry . I ' ll get it done very soon . I ' m almost finished .
You ' d better hurry !
Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me .
Sorry !
if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ?
I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy .
you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us .
the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food .
the Taj it is then .
shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ?
they'll still charge us a corkage fee .
that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway .
don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight .
are you sure ? We could go Dutch .
no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time .
I won't argue with that ! Let's go !
Don't mention it . You can come whenever You are free .
Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories .
Who are you favourite authors ?
I like the novels of Inches very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original .
Oops . I meant , " think "
Mary , you're going to have to work on your pronunciation .
I know .
But give yourself some time . You just got here .
I ' m on my way out now . Could you come back in an hour ?
I think you ' ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ' d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it
I think you ' re right about that . I ' d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people .
That ' s a great idea . Which charities would you support ?
I love children , as you know , so probably a children ' s charity .
You ' d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ' d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ' d be the first to buy your posters and I ' d attend your first book -
Thanks , but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography .
OK .
I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear .
Well , the teddy bear is for me !
Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges . There are no refunds on sale items .
5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor .
I see .
It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there .
It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people .
Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes .
If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour .
Anyway , we are arriving at Danshui soon . I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset .
How does it look ?
It looks nice . And it's not expensive .
How much is it ?
It's only $ 20 .
I'll take it .
Why are you washing your clothes here now ?
My washing machine broke down .
You should just pay someone to fix it .
It's too expensive to get it fixed .
So you're just going to wash here ?
Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do .
It costs less to wash here .
I am afraid not . Right now it's the tour season .
Now that's an exciting job ! ! !
Yes , but it's very stressful .
I am wiped out . Thank you .
Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ' re gonna come back again with me , aren ' t you ?
Never ! But thank you for inviting me .
Come on . You ' ll feel better after we hit the showers .
Sure , we wouldn't miss that for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour .
You were lucky then .
Yeah , we spent the whole morning under the tall trees . We had our picnic there , too .
What did you do after that ?
We went for a swim in the sea . That was the biggest part of the day . Just look at my nice tan !
So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday .
Yes , you are right . And I was so tired out that I fell asleep on the way back . My muscles are still stiff from the swim yesterday .
Oops ! I forgot .
Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment .
I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment .
Allow me to give you a hand .
I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months .
That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ?
Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day .
That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ?
Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate .
That makes sense . I'm going to try that .
You don't need to lose weight .
I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of .
Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet .
Thanks for the advice .
No problem .
Fine . I ' ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ' ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su
That ' s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ' t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ?
Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ?
I ' ll take three light blue ones , please .
Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ?
Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ' ll just try it on ... yes , that ' s fine . I ' ll take it . Here ' s my credit card .
Thank you very much , sir . I ' ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you .
Thank you very much . I ' ll see you the day after tomorrow .
Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ' s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to wear jeans and a t-shirt , but they can ' t because their managers force them to wear clothes they don ' t like .
I don ' t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ' re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored .
I think you should give them some credit . They ' re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves .
Come on ! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves .
I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ' t get through a whole game before I had to sit down .
Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ?
I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees .
It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that .
It looks like you could use it . Don ' t tell me you spent the weekend in the library again .
Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ?
That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ?
Don't tell me you have a record player !
That sounds great . Give me a call next time you guys play .
Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap .
It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner . We went to an excellent restaurant .
That place doesn't have a single meat dish . Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much .
And I don't like meat that much . The only meat I eat is chicken .
But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences .
Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat .
Now you're talking , we can see that love story next time .
Good . Now the other eye .
Well , this one is worse .
Never mind , just read as far as you can .
I can only read the first three lines .
The regular price is $ 2980 . 00 , but until December the 31st it ' s on sale for just $ 2,699 . 00 .
Just give the man standing there three yuan and he'll give you a token . Then you slip it into slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in .
Let me pay for it .
Where can I get the subway Madam ?
Ask the worker who sells token to give you one . It ' s free of charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations .
Do I have to pay additional fare to change train ?
No , you don ' t have to . Here comes the train .
Yes , it is . I'll be coming here regularly . I think I need regular exercise to get in shape and then to stay in shape .
The treadmill is excellent for helping you to build up stamina . Each time you use it , increase this distance . don't worry about your speed at first . You can increase that later .
I was told that the first time I came heer . I was told not to put too much pressure on my body at first . I need to build up slowly .
That's right . You don't want to injure yourself by exercising too much or in the wrong way . Now , this is how you make the settings for the treadmill ...
My name is Deng Li .
Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ?
Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket .
Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm .
That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it .
Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible .
OK ! I shall .
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It's too plain on its own .
How about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
That might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
That's a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
Thanks . You'd be OK on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
Yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
That looks great . Just one more thing-you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
The leopard print sounds fabulous . OK , I'll take it .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
I know , but geology of the American west is my major interest and I have done a large reading in the field .
Well , if you think you are ready , I'll let you enroll .
Oh , thanks , professor Donald . this is very nice of you .
sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small desert .
how about drinking soda ?
many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try
that's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
my mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
how do you know so much about food and dieting ?
you might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin !
Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald !
Your future husband !
Not funny .
How much ?
It costs ten cents a copy .
Am I limited to a certain number of copies ?
You can copy as much as you ' d like .
Could you show me how to use the copier ?
The instructions for the copier are posted on it .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you .
Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL .
Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ?
I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S .
How long do you expect to stay there ?
I will be there for three years .
That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ' t put any candles on it yet .
Thanks for reminding me . I ' Ve prepared some party games for the children too .
I ' Ve brought a tape with lots of children ' s songs on it .
Hopefully , that will keep everyone happy .
This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ...
The beans will burn . I know . I've tasted burnt coffee before ... yuck !
When you move out , your father and I aren ' t paying your rent , young man . Get a job .
You ' re right . If I ' m going to live on my own , I have to be independent .
Well , the newspaper is over there . Look in the want ads , but I don ' t know what you ' re going to find without a college degree .
Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ?
Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 .
Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today .
Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ?
You can decide by yourself .
I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price .
So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ?
Yes , please .
Ok . Thank you .
Ok . What time ?
Is 9:00 PM all right ?
I think that's too late .
Is 6:00 PM OK ?
Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ?
The Italian restaurant on 5th street .
Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there .
How about the Korean restaurant next to it ?
OK , I like that place .
Ok . That will be 1400RMB please .
How long is the flight ?
It ' s about three hours .
Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over .
OK . Here's the key . Take care .
I will . Thank you , dad .
What a good idea . I'm quite hungry .
Me too . I feel very thirsty as well .
Let ' s go then .
There are so many places around . Take a look at the advertisement .
Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels .
It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ?
Yes , we bought veal sandwiches . We stopped around twelve , and we ate and watched the squirrels , but it was too windy to sit long . It was a very nice walk , anyway .
Just fine , and you ?
Quite well , thank you .
Did you drive yourself to the airport ?
No , I was driven by my husband .
Did someone meet you at the airport here ?
Yes , thanks .
Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ?
No , the meeting will be held on the fourth floor .
You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you .
Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ?
You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments .
I am going to take care of the rent payment right now .
Thank you . The payment needs to be in the form of cash or a cashier ' s check .
How about Friday ? Only in that day can I arrange it .
OK . Any time on Friday will be OK with me .
That's settled then . I'll contact you later .
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Super !
I'll tell you what , I'll go over the number again with our financial team and see what I can do . I can't give you any guarantees . But we can try .
But I don't think it's so nice .
Why ?
The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week .
Oh , I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain .
When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever .
This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard .
It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right .
I will . Bye , mom .
Bye , my boy .
OK . I'll turn it on .
All right . It's just four o'clock .
Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you .
You are welcome .
Next , you feed your dollars into the machine in the slot . Make sure they are smooth .
Yeah , I already knew that .
I'm sure you know that if the dollar gets stuck , you might have to re-feed it .
OK , let's move on !
Now you just make your selection and pray . If nothing comes out , try again or call the number on the side of the machine .
I hope it works !
Well , good luck !
Of course . You didn't have to ask me .
That's what Pam said .
Just don't stay out too late .
How about some salad to go with your chicken ?
Sure , I love salad !
Would you like to have rice with your chicken ?
Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken !
Good ! Julie , if you could pass this plate down to Joe , I think we are all set .
The fridges is covered by a one-year warranty .
Which model is the best seller of this year ?
This one . How do you like it ?
It's too big for me . Could you recommend something else ?
Sure , this way please .
as I hadn ' t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The
I think you ' Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ?
you ' ll be lucky ! However , I ' ll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself .
Could you offer us a certificate issued by your Health Department ?
Certainly . Here you are . Our health authorities said they were no longer suitable for human consumption . I have to remind you that our terms are CIF Hamburg . I hope you would indemnify us for the loss , so it wouldn't be so heavy on us .
Now we are prepared to settle the issue with you amicably .
No . You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings .
Thank you .
Ok . I ' ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon .
I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything .
You ' re welcome .
Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me .
Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey .
Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ' re ever in Washington .
Of course . I will .
Goodbye , then . Thanks again for everything .
So they create viruses to tell people they are smart ? That's really sick .
Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up .
You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ?
Yes .
I got the message . I'm quiting .
Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times . and I can't be handing out raises for anyone .
I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't .
I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do .
Very well , consider me gone .
I feel very nervous about it .
Don't worry about it . Try to look on the bright sight of things .
Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ?
You are supposed to check in at least one hour beforehand .
The only time we can come on Friday is at 3
I'm going to need it installed earlier than that .
I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday .
Is Saturday any better ?
Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ?
Is 11
That's perfect . See you on Saturday .
Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house .
What advantages does it have ?
Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service .
I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition .
The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers .
So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways .
Will you give me some suggestion ?
Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thank you . Maybe I will do business through internet in the future .
I didn't know that you saw Superbad before .
I made sure to be in line to see it the first day it came out .
I couldn't keep from laughing throughout the whole movie .
I was laughing hysterically the whole time ; my stomach muscles hurt afterwards .
That's exactly how I felt .
I got the movie when it came out on DVD , do you want to come over ?
I would love to .
My favorite books are those about detectives .
Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ?
When it comes to the entertainment , I think I enjoy dancing . There is nothing I like more than modern dance .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
Huh ? What were you talking about , then ?
' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly !
oath ... that makes so much more sense ! Ha-ha . Well , great , I don't like German food anyway !
Oh , sorry , David Richton .
Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
Can I help you , sir ?
I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago .
OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ?
Sure . Here you are .
OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ?
Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish .
Mmm ... does it zip closed ?
No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front .
OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ?
Oh , yeah , the brand name .
So what's it , sir ?
Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner .
OK , can you name the items in it ?
Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife .
OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now .
Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible .
And don ' t forget Mary , Tom ' s twin sister . It ' s her birthday , too .
OK . Let ' s invite all their little friends to come and celebrate .
That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ?
I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine .
How many days will you be out of school ?
The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week .
I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class . Get well !
Yes , you're right . Politicians of all kinds , religious people , and one or two madmen .
Well , are we going there today ? I want to take shots there .
Sure . I can see you're enjoying your trip today .
Of course . Everything's so striking and fascinating .
Of course . Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off .
How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ?
I am sorry , there is no difference .
I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software .
Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus .
Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer .
It will take half an hour to get to the hotel .
I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me .
OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes .
Thanks .
Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good .
Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel .
In that case , we can choose the Youth Hotel . It's a good choice , clean and economic .
Deeper , softer , none of your twittering larks . I would banish nightingales from her garden before they interrupted her song .
Oh , she sings too ?
Constantly . Without doubt , and plays the lute . She has a natural ear .
I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later .
See you .
There ' s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow .
I ' m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too .
I ' Ve seen them before . They ' re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ' s one place you have to go .
Where ' s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ' s the waxworks museum .
There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty .
Sometimes , it ' s hard to know who belongs in each section of the museum !
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize !
If a team carries the ball over the goal line , they score points . A team can also score points by kicking the ball between two tall posts at each end of the pitch .
There ' s a lot more physical contact in rugby , isn ' t there ?
Yes . Players usually need to bring a player down to stop him from moving forward with the ball . This is called " tackling " , as in football .
The ball is a different shape in rugby , isn ' t it ?
Yes . It ' s not perfectly round like a football . A rugby ball is oval in shape . There ' s a match on TV this afternoon . Why don ' t you watch it with me ? I ' ll try to explain the rules and tactics while we ' re watching .
Ok .
Do you have any evidences ?
No , we got no receipt , and we pay it on the spot !
You need to keep it at $ 100 .
That ' s it ?
That ' s the least amount you can have .
What ' ll happen if I don ' t maintain that ?
We will fine you .
How much will I be fined ?
You will be fined $ 25 .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From 11:30 to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Could I open an account with you today ?
Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that .
Yes , here you go . And sign here ?
Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card .
So quick and easy ! Thanks very much .
That is just a natural , grammatical English expression . It has a direct translation in other languages .
This is interesting , Ms . Parker .
But Laurie , how can you do well in school if you don't take more notes ?
What do you mean ? You think I don't write enough .
I'm sure you don't write enough . Look at this . Here you wrote , Russian Revolution . 1917 . Bolsheviks . Real revolution , or coup ? And that's all ? I remember he lectured for a half hour about that question . And you didn't write any of it !
I know , but I listened .
Yes , but did you remember ? You need good notes to help you remember .
I suppose you're right . But what can I do ? I don't know what to write down .
There are different things you can do . For one , the university offers a special free course on note-taking . You should go to the course . Also , I am pretty good at taking notes . I can help you on this exam . I will photocopy all my notes , and you can compare them to your notes . Then maybe you will see what kinds of things to write down .
That would really help me , Sue . I appreciate it . All this makes me feel like an idiot .
Don't feel that way . I know you are very smart . Note - taking is a special skill . All students need to learn it . Some people are very smart , but they just haven't learned how to take notes yet . I'm lucky because I had a good English teacher in high school . She taught me how to take good notes . It's not hard .
Alright . University and high school seem very different to me . I suppose I just need to learn how to manage lecture classes . Then I will do better .
I like the novels of Dickens very much . I've read almost all of them in Chinese translation .
Are you a music lover ?
Yes , I like listening to Beethoven's works .
What kinds of films do you enjoy ?
I like all kinds as long as they are exciting .
Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ?
I am a reporter at a TV station .
Do you like your job ?
Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year .
Which kind of news do you catch ?
I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades .
Are you feel tired ?
Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing .
You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter .
That's right . I am still wet behind the ears .
How long will this flight last ?
It is a six-hour flight with an-hour layover in Los Angles .
Good . I'll have plenty of time to nap on the plane .
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows .
Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ?
Sorry . We ' Ve nothing further back .
All right . We ' ll take the second row . By the way , how much is it ?
Thirty yuan .
Fairly expensive .
This is our counter-offer .
We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great .
So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market .
How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ?
Agreed .
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
I wasn't happy with it .
Nothing is to your satisfaction .
Well , let's get a plate of those then .
Sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ?
I think I might have a dahl .
What's in a dahl ?
It's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice .
That sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ?
Ok . How about some lamb kebabs ?
That's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ?
I think I'll have a beer .
Ok , shall I flag down the waitress ?
I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round .
You're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me !
What would you do without me ?
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
No problem , here you are .
Very well , Mrs . Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit .
You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C .
That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation .
Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future .
By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ?
Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into .
If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner .
Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time .
All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect .
We'll talk about it next time . Now that everything is settled , let's have a cup of tea , and take our minds off business for a change .
The ad says $ 325 plus deposit .
When is the place available ?
It ' s available now , and it ' s got a very good location . You won ' t be far from work .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
That ' s it .
Do you have your library card ?
Oh , yeah . Here you go .
Will that be all for today ?
That ' ll be all .
These books are due back in two weeks .
Thanks . Have a good one .
You don ' t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend their bodies at the waist , which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise .
What ' s a good exercise for my chest muscles ?
One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body .
So I need plenty of space for this exercise .
Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time .
Great . Thanks for you advice !
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
But look , it's so sunny out .
Mary , you must be careful . In some parts of America , the day can be - 10 ° C and sunny .
Ze ze ze ... Women !
And I travelled a little bit in Australia . I went up the east coast . Up to Frasier Island . Which is a world heritage site . And I saw dingo running along the beach and sharks in the water . We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the ... , which is a but north . And the further north you go in Australia , the hotter it gets . So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license , so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly .
So , did you , did you lose your finger ?
Almost .
Almost . Ah , you're lucky . Um , it's funny , you go in the water and you worry about sharks , but not clams .
Exactly .
Will you be going back to Australia soon ?
I'd like to go and live there for at least another year . Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city . They have lot of museums and parks .
What kind of information do you want ?
Well , first of all , your name . What's your surname ?
Wilson .
And your other names ?
Steven Michael .
Have you got your e-mail address ?
Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo . com .
How old are you ?
Twenty-one .
Where were you Bron ?
In California .
Are you married or single ?
I'm single .
And what was your last job ?
I was an office boy .
The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region .
How many countries have been affected ?
Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries .
I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in Iran .
Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried under rubble .
Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ?
So far , less than 20 people have died , but over 100 are in hospital .
So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ?
That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see .
That is good to know . Just think ! We've been worrying about this for weeks and just a short visit here and my mind is at ease . Thank you .
What is it ?
I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day , but I was wrong . A twist of fate brought us together . I crashed into your life and you into mine , and this may sound crazy , but I ' m falling in love with you , Veronica .
Judy , Why are you so interested in her ?
Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman
He's terribly handsome .
I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive .
Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you .
Administer is doing a good job . I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are .
It's absolutely true in the United States that losses from pilferage have been limited to high valued goods . We must study more about packing .
OK .
What would you like , tea or coffee ?
I ' d prefer coffee if you don ' t mind .
Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ?
No , it ' s the fourth time .
Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ?
Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before .
Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ?
Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products .
We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ?
Women ' s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ' ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ?
All right .
Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers .
Great ! I ' ll take it .
Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train !
I understand . Thank you very much !
Have a great trip .
Yes , there is , drinking your coffee !
I can solve it , thanks .
How about your family ?
Everything is Okay . And as soon as I see my son at home , all my worries vanish into the blue .
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
It barks all night long .
I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that .
I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun !
Well , I don't know about the profit part yet . But I am really having fun !
I think you ' re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem .
Me too . If we don ' t do something soon , It might be too late .
I will never go out with him anymore .
why did you say so ?
last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all !
oh , really ?
he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly .
are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ?
it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him .
what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ?
I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much .
maybe he should really something about eating etiquette .
oh , he really should .
Well , I don ' t know .
Come on ! If one of your friends was getting married I wouldn ' t mind you going to her bachelorette party !
Good , because my friend Wendy is getting married and I ' m organizing her party !
What !
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
Yeah , and they also take the blame , that's what happened to my old boss ...
You ' re welcome .
Why is that ?
You can only view the apartment with an appointment .
I would like to make one right now if I can .
Are you available this Friday ?
Can we do it at 6 o ' clock ?
Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed .
All right . I ' ll see you on Friday .
Are you on the up and up ?
Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way .
If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere .
come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime .
Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping .
No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat .
What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you .
I can teach you how .
I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it .
No , not really , but I think I have lost my wallet . Where can it be ?
Yes , a passport will be fine .
I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up .
That's fine , Sir . We'll see you again a little later .
hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers .
Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves .
I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about .
maybe ... I'll think about it .
well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ' m a quick learner .
so , you ' re smart .
I think so . I think that I am good at what I do .
what do you consider your weakness ?
I ' m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public .
that ' s not a problem . It ' s unnecessary for this position .
Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do .
Thank you . I'll have a try .
You're welcome .
How many rolls altogether ?
Twenty prints and five plain . That makes 5,000 rolls in all .
Six weeks , did you say ?
Yes , five to six weeks .
We could manage the plain rolls in six weeks . The prints might be put off to eight weeks .
Eight weeks ? We can wait that long .
That's the best we can do just now , I'm afraid .
Can't you make it seven weeks for the prints ?
What about taking the prints in two shipments ? Two thousand rolls in seven weeks , and the remained a week later .
That might be acceptable . I shall have to cable our Beijing office to get their approval . You can definitely supply in the time you've given me , I suppose .
Yes , I'll see that you get those delivery . Shipping by ' S . S . American ' as usual , is that all right ?
That's right .
When can we expect your confirmation of the order ?
As soon as I hear from Beijing , that will be either Friday or Saturday .
All right .
The situation differs in person .
My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing , but I decided to go back to England . I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication .
What is your current occupation ?
I am a journalist . I write for China Daily .
When are getting married ?
Some time next year . We haven't set the date yet .
Congratulations ! I had no idea .
Thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ?
Do you like amusement parks ?
For the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though .
If you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time .
Even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ?
Even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun .
Thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight .
I'm sure he'll love the idea . Just throw yourself into it and you'll enjoy it !
OK . Wish me luck !
Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ?
Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV .
That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ?
Sort of . I played golf on my computer !
He sounds more like an artist than a businessman .
All you have to do is ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
Yes , people just seem to drift apart .
OK , thank you .
Ok , then please bring me the steak mediun-rare , thank you .
Ok , Miss . I hope you enjoy the rest of your dinner .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
Hello ?
( XXXXXXXXXX ) but I don ' t think you can hear us . ( XXXXXXXXXX ) Hello ? ( XXXXXXXXXX )
Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ' Ve lost you . There ' s a problem with the line . Let ' s try again . We ' ll call you .
( XXXXXXXXXX ) OK ( XXXXXXXXXX ) .
Do you have any experience using weights ?
No , I don't . So I need some help .
Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch . You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines .
Yes , I know that . Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room . So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines .
Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you .
What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one .
No . Not that . I mean a training card . The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine . Here , let me show you .
I'm ready .
Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed . So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do . And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine .
I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress .
Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine . Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them . And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you .
Alright . Great .
So you write your name and member number at the top of the card . And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here .
Great . Why don't we start on the machines ?
Are you alright ? Can you do more ?
I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted .
That's okay . Don't worry . It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning .
What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines .
We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really . The most important thing is to know your limits . So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop . Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ?
Yes . I suppose it's best to stop .
I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ' s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter .
Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze !
Do you think we ' ll have a nice summer this year ?
Thanks to global warming , it could be hotter than ever !
Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ' s not an American thing to do .
But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here .
OK , let's go .
We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments .
We can accept that but you have to pay the interest .
All right .
Shall we sign the agreement now ?
Ok , let's sign it .
I remember someone spiked my punch . You sat with me in the girl's bathroom ...
Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ?
The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice .
I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side .
Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ?
You can serve our salads with our dinner .
Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ?
Yes , please .
I think mutton is best .
What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ?
I like champagne .
And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ?
Banana of course .
Do you always have meals outside or in your house ?
I always have meals outside , because I ' m not good at cooking .
I drew a blank on ~ about the test .
No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ?
Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test .
That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master .
I'm thinking of dropping out .
You can't do that , Jenny !
I'm dead serious about this , Sally .
Come on , let's talk about it .
Not at all .
Right . You can ' t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programs . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programs .
In my country , there ' s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ' s about six minutes per hour .
That ' s great idea . But don ' t the Tv station lose a lot of money because of that ?
No . they don ' t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on Tv in your country ?
Not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ' s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable Tv , where you pay a fixed amount each month .
Some people have satellite and cable Tv in my country , but people don ' t seem to keen to pay for their Tv programs . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programs .
Well , there ' s a wildlife documentary on Tv in a few minutes . Shall we ?
Is there any other way I can reach him ?
I'm afraid not , he has gone out of this town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him at ten o'clock tomorrow morning , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you like to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving here unexpectedly , and I may be away for several days .
I see . I'll tell Mr . Tomas you've called .
Thank you .
Oh , did you ? That's very easy to do .
OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier .
Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ?
Nope . That's everything , thanks .
No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago . It must be other problems .
Well , I suppose it could be the gas .
No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday .
Perhaps it's the starter then ?
Yes , that's possible .
I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow .
What are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime .
How would your boss describe you and your work style ?
She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted .
What are your salary expectations ?
I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity .
Do you have any questions ?
Yes , I do . What do you see as the future trends for the industry ?
We ' ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us .
So do I .
Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor .
Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ?
Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ' t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ?
No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start .
So what do you think it is ?
I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ?
Umm . yeah ! Right ! I got the car started ! Thanks for your help ! I told you to fill the tank !
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
Why not ?
It ' s just a policy of ours .
So what am I allowed to check out ?
You may check out books or videos .
I need to check out this magazine .
You will have to just read it in the library .
That doesn ' t make any sense .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Sure .
I just don ' t want to play table tennis any more .
Is it that bad ? It ' s nothing more than a game .
My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis .
Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ' t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed .
Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure .
I understand .
Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ?
I have no problem with 6 p . m .
Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ?
No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like .
I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested .
Should I bring anything with me ?
No . I only need to check your driver's license .
Yes , and seven days a week .
Where do we pay the fare ?
Follow me , please .
Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ?
No , you don't have to .
OK , I see .
You ' re welcome .
Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it .
Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments .
Stop it . No more of that talk .
I really love you .
No , I shall faint .
And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes .
Yes .
In 50 Yuan or 100 Yuan would be fine .
Here's the cash for you .
Thanks .
OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ?
Yeah , that's fine .
What's your number ?
233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail . com
OK , I'll talk to you soon .
OK .
Oh , yes , here it is .
Sara ?
What's up ?
Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost
No . Dad . We have a tour guide .
Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ?
No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you !
Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella .
Dad , that's all right . I don't think it will rain . And it doesn't make any sense to take that many things on a trip . Besides I like to travel light . Bye !
I wish you the best of luck .
Then I need a money order for 250 dollars .
Please fill out the form for the money order . You also need to pay a one dollar fee .
Thank youse much for all your help .
You're welcome . Have a nice day .
You , too .
Okay . How much ?
A small bag . I guess we also need a few oranges .
How many ?
Oh , let's see . . . About six .
Anything else ?
Yes . We're out of milk .
Okay . How much do you want me to get ? A gallon ?
No . I think a half gallon will be enough .
Is that all ?
I think so . Have you got all that ?
Yes . That's small bag of sugar , four oranges , and a half gallon of milk .
Do you have enough money ?
I think so .
Thanks very much . I appreciate it .
I ' m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ' clock .
Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ?
Yes , we ' ll do so .
I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ?
Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation .
We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ?
Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ?
Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer .
Thank you very much .
0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here .
Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ?
My credit card , please .
I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you .
Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call .
Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ?
7 a . m .
Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know .
OK , I'll do that .
Have a pleasant stay .
Right .
Your name , please ?
Robert Hamlin .
Single or double ?
Double .
You're all set . That's a double room for the twenty-fourth , twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth of June , in the name of Hamlin .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
OK . Let ' go back to the hotdog stand .
Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ?
Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit .
Would an order of only 100 units , it'll be difficult to work within that kind of budget . Maybe if you were ordering 500 units or more units , we might be able to work something out .
You couldn ' t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc .
Well , that seems easy enough .
Wait , there ' s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ' ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea .
Geez . Is that all ?
Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment !
Umm . I think I ' ll just stick to my old job and save myself all the hassle of trying to start up a business !
No one has ever checked me for allergies .
Does this happen more when you are under stress ?
When the weather gets really cold , it gets worse .
I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma .
Thank you for pursuing this . I appreciate your help .
No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ?
You have an account with us , right ? If so , there shouldn't be any problem .
Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast .
We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast .
Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday .
Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 .
That ' s fine . My credit card number is ...
Eight hundred yuan .
I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ?
No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities .
Thanks a lot . Give me one ticket , please .
Yeah , and the prices there are very high .
I know . Three dollars for milk .
Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home .
Don't tell me you want me to do that ?
Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there .
But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough .
Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself .
How depressed !
You'll have to make an appointment for that .
I would like to make one right now .
How does Friday sound ?
That would be great .
What time would you like to take the test ?
If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good .
Eleven o'clock on Friday morning . See you then .
You're welcome .
Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we can accept . When I suggested we meet each other half way , I meant it literally .
Do you mean to suggest that we have to make a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible .
What would you suggest ?
The best we can do will be a reduction of another 30 dollars . That'll definitely be rock bottom .
That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars to be covered . Let's meet each other half way once more , then the gap will be closed and our business completed .
You certainly have a way of talking me into it . All right , let's meet half way again .
I'm glad we've come to an agreement on price . We'll go on to the other terms and conditions at our next meeting .
Yes , there's one other point I wish to clear up .
What is it ?
My friends in business circles all seem to be of the opinion that the U . S . import and export corporations have become more flexible in doing business recently .
Yes , they're right . In fact , we have either restored or adopted international practices in our foreign trade .
I'm glad to hear that . With a view to expanding and further enhancing the bilateral relations between our two parties , and in particular , exchanging timely views on specific problems in the execution and enforcement of contracts , is it possible for us to have a representative that could stay permanently in Washing - ton D . C . ?
Basically speaking , yes , we welcome the establishment of repry - tentative offices by foreign companies in Washington D . C . Of course , there are more details to be attended to . We cannot settle it in a few words .
Yes , of course . I'll call my home office tonight and let them know about it . When do we meet again ?
How about tomorrow morning at 9 ?
Good . I'll come back tomorrow , and we can then discuss it more specifically .
Where would you like to sit ?
Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes .
Certainly .
Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries .
Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account .
Go right ahead .
Our staff will bring you your order in as short a time as possible .
brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ?
haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black .
why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything -- a funeral , a wedding , a job interview -- anything !
that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest .
here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ?
I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler .
how about this one ?
I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made .
ok , let's go .
Yes , you are right . Either party is not well-equipped to produce the final products single-handedly , but they can enter into an agreement . In such case , each side contributes different resources to make the manufacture of a certain product or a category of products possible .
Of course .
You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again .
Yes . I really need to have a good rest .
Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad .
I can't think the same .
What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children .
I couldn't agree with you .
Really ? This is a beautiful town .
It's nice talking to you . But I have to go .
OK . Can I have your phone number ?
OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then .
I will . Bye .
Ok - when you leave the Underground , cross the road and you should see Horntown Street . Was up that street to the crossroads . As you was you should see a fast food place on your right .
Hold on , I am looking at the map now . Ok , I can see Horntown Road . Do I go straight at the intersection ?
No , you need to turn left into Philimore Was and take the next right .
Ok , I can see that road .
That's fine . You will not miss it because it's just next to the Kensington centra Library .
Good , I can see the library on the map .
Ok , we live in the third building on your left . Will we see you around 7 pm ?
That's great , see you at seven .
Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ?
I can manage on my own . Thanks .
Mr . : I'll drop by later to check on you .
Yes .
For here or to go ?
To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . )
That'll be $ 4 . 25 ... ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill . ) ... out of five . Here is your change , sir . Have a nice day .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
We can also consult some from these volunteers .
Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from .
Should we put our samples on this table ?
Yes , they should be put in the most attractive place , and this can appeal to passers-by's attention .
How should I do ?
You just follow me .
All right . By the way , do you often dance ?
Yup , because dance can relax myself .
It seems a good way .
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ?
I'll pay for it with a check .
Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ?
No , thanks ; I'm fine .
Here you go then . Have a great school year !
How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ?
It only costs you 20 dollars for one .
OK , I will take one .
No , that's it .
I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like .
When will you be able to fix it ?
How does this afternoon at 2:30 sound to you ?
That would be perfect .
Alright , so I'll see you then ?
See you then .
The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ' m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ' m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week .
Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right .
OK , I'll find it .
It's very easy to find .
See you then .
I will enjoy seeing you ; have a good week !
Stirred will be fine .
Here you are .
Thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
Sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
Can you recommend one ?
Try a Stinger . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
It sounds interesting . I'll take one .
Here we go .
It tastes great .
Enjoy yourself .
Yeah .
Exactly , it wouldn't be nice if it started raining . It's too hot .
I know , you're absolutely right .
I wish it would cool off one day .
That's how I feel , I want winter to come soon .
I enjoy the winter , but it gets really cold sometimes .
I know what you mean , but I'd rather be cold than hot .
That's exactly how I feel .
Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ?
Yeah !
We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ?
OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
See you then .
I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up .
I understand your problem .
Will you be able to solve my problem ?
I ' m going to cancel the fees you owe .
So , I don ' t have to pay any of it ?
The initial fee still must be paid .
That ' s fabulous . Thank you very much .
I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ?
Let me see . Well , I'd like onion soup . Thank you .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
That's not bad .
But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true !
Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ?
No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know .
I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ?
What ?
You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder .
How ?
Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs .
Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning .
Then go to bed and have a good sleep .
I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend .
Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams !
Thanks , bye .
Yes , of course .
Can I just do it here ?
Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter .
OK , thanks .
Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it .
I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ?
3 Yuan , please .
Here you are . Thanks .
You are welcome . See you next time .
Sure .
May I have your room number , please ?
1218 .
1218 . We'll collect you luggage at 9:00 tomorrow . Would you then come to the Front Desk to get your storage receipt , please ?
Thank you very much , bye !
You're welcome . Goodbye .
If you hire me , I'll start studying Spanish again .
Yeah . I found it is so close to our life .
It reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world .
You said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent year .
Well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend to end quickly too .
I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married .
Oh , that's too short-lived .
That's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s ' generation .
II can't agree more . The only-child-generation in China tends to know little about marriage .
Definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously .
In their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone .
I think , as the saying goes haste makes waste , it is the same with marriage .
That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience .
If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ?
Thank you , Mr . Brown . I really appreciate your assistance .
American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ' t many chances .
No , that ' s not true . I ' Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ' s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants .
You know , that ' s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise .
Why don ' t you try then ? Even if it doesn ' t help you find an American girl , you could still have a stronger and healthier body . You won ' t lose anything by doing that .
Yes , I used to be the monitor of my class .
Did it affect you much ?
It ' s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ?
I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself .
Maybe we can trade . Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ?
No , it just won't work . If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will .
So ? You can go to the class for me . Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ?
How many students are in the class ?
About fourteen .
So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry .
Damn !
I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed .
What were you thinking ?
You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well .
But what you should do is study hard .
I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ' t study , and I cheated , and I got caught .
So long as you learn from your mistakes .
she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down .
how about your new co-workers ?
they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work .
do you miss your old co-workers ?
of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me .
do people in different departments get along with each other ?
sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other .
do you like working in teams with people from different departments ?
yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives .
do you like working in teams ?
I prefer it to working independently . I think most people do .
Well , she told me things just weren ' t working out and we weren ' t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue .
Hey , that ' s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday .
What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser .
Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her .
But she lied to me .
Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ?
Ok , then .
But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face .
What face ?
The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better .
Yeah , I know . You are right .
I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ?
I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ?
I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c
just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon !
me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there !
thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams !
talk to you later .
Well , it's only three stops from here .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Can you send the technician to check it out ?
Sure . But there is a minimum charge of $ 60 for a service visit . If your freezer needs parts , there will be an additional charge .
Okay . I ' ll pay the charges .
All right . let me check our technician ' s schedules . I ' ll call you back and let you know what time we can send a service technician to your house . What is your phone number ?
My number is 627-555-1234 .
Okay . I ' ll call you right back .
Thank you . Good bye .
Bye .
Egg soup is OK .
Is there anything else ?
I'd like a bottle of juice .
I'll get them back right away .
Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ?
I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker .
We will give you more than what you hope .
Really ? That's good news for me .
You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month .
It sounds great !
You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year .
By the way , how many days do we work every week ?
Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while
OK , I see
five hundred dollars , so you ' ll pay ten dollars for the insurance . That ' s two percent of the total value of the article .
Here ' s the check for hen dollars
You're right . Mother's love is the greatest love in the world .
Ok , I will bring you photos as many as possible .
The robber came in with a gun .
Could you see his face ?
He had a mask over his face .
Was he with someone else ?
He was alone .
Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ?
I would be happy to .
For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1 . 5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 .
So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard . Couldn ' t you discount it further ? We ' Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might
We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount -- say 5 % ?
I think we can handle that . Let me confirm with my boss and touch base with you again tomorrow .
Yeah . It's so nice of you to comfort me .
I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account . There was a problem last week .
I have to pay my credit bill too . If I don ' t pay it soon , the credit card company will charge me interest .
their interest rates are usually quite high . It ' s a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest .
And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ?
Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight .
Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ?
That's fine .
It will be up shortly . Enjoy your food , sir .
Do you enjoy working in this office ?
Yes , I do . Everyone ' s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer .
What ' s usually discussed at the department meetings ?
We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ' s also a chance to put forward suggestions and ideas . Be sure to speak up if you have any .
I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes .
You are right . Let's buy the cheaper one .
yes . I can't seem to drink enough .
have you been drinking plenty of water ?
no , just soda .
ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse .
that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill .
is anyone else sick in your home ?
no , but my girlfriend has mono .
I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us
thanks .
No . Not anymore . Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho
My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting
Of course there'll be a room for you !
To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids .
Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys .
But four boys !
It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes .
You are right , I guess . The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want .
It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ?
That's a great idea !
We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like !
That sounds like an excellent offer . I might take you up on that . Thank you for the wonderful invitation .
Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ?
This one right here should be right .
Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ?
Yeah , let's do the math .
I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ?
Looks pretty good .
Thank you for caring enough to check on your scores ; keep studying !
Sure . We have a good after-sale service . Your satisfaction is guaranteed .
You can easily download it from their website .
There are three people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My wife , my daughter and I .
I see .
OK . Where do you want me to sign ?
Just sign at the bottom .
OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect .
You're right . Thank you for your cooperation .
It's my pleasure .
Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ?
Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone .
That's a great idea ; thanks for your help .
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us .
I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms .
So let's go and catch earth worms !
OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go .
Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing .
That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today .
I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ?
I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one .
Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill .
Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ?
Well , all right . There is nothing to complain about .
No , she ' s not as clever as me .
Big head !
Actually , I ' Ve eaten soup dumplings in a lovely restaurant on Nanjing Lu . They were delicious !
Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ?
Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas .
That would be good .
Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side .
Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ?
Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it .
Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ?
Yeah , it ' s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ' d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it .
Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ?
Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker .
All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ?
Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi .
Cool , thanks .
You are welcome .
It's just around the comer .
It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ?
Yes . One moment , please .
That's right .
I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship .
You sound quite knowledgeable .
Not really , panda is my favorite animal .
Actually , it likes milk too .
Any way , in a word , panda is our friend .
Do you know other famous animals in the world ?
Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous .
That's right . OK , let's move on .
Then I'll tell folks the food's ready . Come and get it ! I've always wanted to say that !
Oh , yes !
Do you know if she's read this one ?
I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful !
Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ?
She's eighty-seven .
I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting .
Thank you . That's a good idea . she likes exciting books . Can you suggest another one ?
I had my first cigarette when I was 17 .
Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ?
Yes . Twice .
Not in the least bit .
I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver .
I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money .
It was really fun chatting with you .
It was really nice talking to you too .
Have a good one .
I'll have a good day once this day is over .
Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ?
You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ?
No problem .
If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me .
OK .
excellent ! That sounds like a plan .
Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us .
Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses !
Oh , in that case , sure ! Uh ... what are these long sock-looking things ?
A barrel of fun , of course . He often says that I'm a date bait .
Lily Smith .
And your telephone number ?
Hong Kong side 3854295 .
OK . Right then .
Thank you .
Oh dear . Well , if it has to be done , then it has to be done .
Yes , there is . See you then .
That ' s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up .
Right away , sir .
I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new .
How's your current job going ?
I'm pretty satisfied with it . I can broaden my experience , learn lots of new things , and have more development opportunities .
Of course I did . Did you ?
I made sure to vote for him .
I am really excited about this .
I know how you feel .
Hopefully , he ' ll change things in our nation .
I know that he will .
I trust him .
Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ?
Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ?
I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that .
No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework .
Unbelievable ! I could never do that .
Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum .
Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ?
Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ?
Yes , let's do it .
Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them .
Of course not . We don't do that .
stirred will be fine .
here you are .
thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ?
sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail .
can you recommend one ?
try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice .
it sounds interesting . I'll take one .
here we go .
it tastes great .
enjoy yourself .
yeah .
Um ... well , where's the men's shoe department ?
It's on the third floor . Turn left when you get off the escalator .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
How is aunty Shirley ?
Couldn't be better .
How has May been ?
She's been good . She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school . And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008 .
Gosh , you're right ! It's from some guy named Vic . I wonder who he is ...
It ' s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ' d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends .
It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ?
There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ' t check my email , but I didn ' t complain about it to the management .
I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world .
Yes , I was . Here ' s their business card .
Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ?
No , there wasn ' t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal .
One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips .
I know . At the inland hotel , they have an interesting policy . When you check out , you put some money in a special box at reception . Each evening , the money in the box is shared equally by the hotel staff .
yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout .
and he is English ! He makes a model gentleman when he puts on a black suit and speaks with a typical British accent .
I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live .
Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future .
That would work too .
Anything else ?
Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ?
I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company .
I understand . Will the company provide training ?
Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year .
That's great . Thank you very much .
Ok , how about midnight curfew . and I'll let you know where I am .
Not at all .
I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match .
I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale .
Yes , they were thirty percent off .
I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items .
I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before .
I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy .
I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here . Can you make an exception this time ?
Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment . Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time .
Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me .
Please show me your receipt again .
Here it is .
I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit .
Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot .
We appreciate your business , Ma'am .
You're welcome .
Can I try it on ?
OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ?
Please type it in a formal style .
I see . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ?
Yes . Please sign your name at the bottom of the Exchange Receipt . Thanks very much and here's your money .
Thanks for your praise , Madam .
In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world .
So you will come , won't you ?
Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival .
Thank you very much .
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
Ok , see you tonight ! Don ' t be late !
That's done . There is more than enough to cover the contract amount in our account .
That's great . We will have to charge you 250 RIB for that service , though . Could you please fill in this ? Thanks .
He ' s not quite 25 .
Do you miss your family ?
Yes .
Do you often go home ?
No . But I write to them often .
How often do you write to them ?
Once a month .
Nope .
So what were you calling me about ?
Oh , I just wanted to see if you wanted to hang out tomorrow .
Sure , what did you want to do ?
Maybe we can go see a movie or something .
That sounds like fun . Let's do it .
I'll see you tomorrow then .
See you then . Goodbye .
How come ?
Because it helps you speed up your circulation .
Then I won't say no to that .
How do you like it ?
I feel totally refreshed .
We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ?
This time included ?
Of course .
Then yes .
It's a pleasure .
Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports .
Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ?
Are you suggesting that anyone can be ?
Oh , its nothing .
I'm really sorry I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow .
No , I don't like action movies because I'm cultured !
Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise .
Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ?
This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this .
I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this .
OK ! I will try this .
Yes , I thinks so . How much is it ?
It's forty-five yuan .
Can you make it much cheaper ?
Sorry , our prices are set .
Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ?
No , you don't need to pay anything on top . We just simply deduct the discounting interest .
Yes , I know . I have a disability . My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well .
Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know .
It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk .
Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university .
My permission letter ?
Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability . And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place .
I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office .
Yes . Or you can bring it yourself .
But I asked them to send it to you directly .
Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it .
My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R .
Yes , here it is . Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request .
Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes . Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ?
The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices . We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening .
I see . Thank you .
You're very welcome .
No . Prof . Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology . For once I wish she hadn ' t given us so much of a choice .
Well , why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico . You seem to be interested in that part of the world .
I am , but there is too much material to cover . I ' ll be writing forever , and Grant only wants five to seven pages .
So they limit it to one region of Mexico . Say the Yucatan . You ' Ve been there and you said it ' s got lots of interesting relics .
That ' s not a bad idea . I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer . That would be great resource material . Now if I can only remember where I put them .
Well , do you know where the post office is ?
No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is .
That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight .
Well , thank you very much , I hope I can find it .
What ?
How do I use the machines ?
What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers .
I see . Do the machines have soap in them ?
No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ?
No . I don't have soap .
Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there .
Thanks . Okay . I have my soap .
My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ?
I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean .
But you can't use so much . The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out .
Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before .
What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ?
Yes .
In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ?
No . Never .
I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ?
I'm nineteen .
But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ?
My mother always did it .
Yes , my mother washed my clothes too . But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself .
I know about this fact . American children are more independent . They do more for themselves . But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard . So the mother does everything for the kids . The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school . So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it .
I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ?
What ?
How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself . If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house . How can you live on your own ?
I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn .
Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines .
Thanks . My name's Nick .
I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today .
Thanks , Mom . Thanks .
You know , I often have to work til late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
The train ? Will I be flying back then ?
Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable .
Will the train be very crowded ?
Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine .
When is the first meeting then ?
They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9
Where will I be staying ?
We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system .
That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ?
That's not a problem . Have a nap if you can . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip .
I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page .
I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK .
I won't .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , I don't have anything to declare .
How long will you be staying in the UK ?
I'll be here for about a year .
What is the purpose of your stay ?
I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University .
Where will you be staying ?
I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus .
How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ?
My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts .
Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back .
Thank you very much .
Yes .
What's the weather like in your country ?
Mm ... It's quite warm now .
Where do you live ?
In London . Where do you live ?
Here . Near this school .
very touching .
it bring me back to some of my childhood memories .
yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting .
of course . it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance .
it is full of energy .
this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying .
it certainly is .
Like for example , if I hadn ' t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to .
I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ' t have gotten married if I hadn ' t moved to this town and met Sally .
You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ' t even have met if I hadn ' t been in that car accident ten years ago !
Well , I have no regrets !
I ' ll drink to that !
I don't think we will be able to pay the price . To have this business concluded , you need to lower your price at least by 3 % .
I'm afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price .
Don't you agree with me that in the long run moderate prices we bring about large sales and more profit ?
We've already cut down our price to cost level .
Is that all ?
Yes this is the best we can do .
I'm sorry , we can't handle the price you offered .
I like the different instruments that they use .
That's a good reason to like something .
Yeah , I think so too .
P-a-r-k-i-n-g m-e-t-e-r .
I love green apples .
I don't like green apples .
Really ? Why not ?
Green apples are too sour for me .
So , you like red apples better ?
Yeah , I love red apples .
I think green apples are a lot better .
What would you like to drink ?
A cup of coffee , please .
Yes . Our guest team is really tough .
They're still fighting hard . Let ' s wait and see .
Can't you give me a warning ?
I'm not going to be able to do that .
How much will the fine be ?
You'll find that out on your court date .
I have to go to court over a brake light ?
That's how it works .
Can I have the ticket , please ?
Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon .
Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late .
I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ?
On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ?
You've got it .
I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is .
Here we are , Central Park !
Thank you . How much is it ?
Well , it's $ 12 .
Here's $ 15 . Keep the change .
Thank you .
We could divide into five parts . There ' s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year .
That sounds very general .
It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one .
One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ?
Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou .
We should take a large map and highlight those cities . What is each of them famous for ?
Right now he speaks mostly English , and he can say a few Chinese words . But he will learn in the future .
What does he look like ? Can people tell ?
Yes , people surely can . He's whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though .
Don ' t worry , Shan always screws up free throws .
You were right ! He didn ' t make the shot !
That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah !
Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ' t call it !
This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ' t believe he didn ' t see that !
Okay ... end of the first quarter ... Alright , I ' m gonna make a beer run .
Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 .
That is very kind of you . Thank you very much .
Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ?
That's fine . I'll get on with that for you right now .
Janet Jackson is more pop music . Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes .
Have you heard Maria Carey ?
Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like .
Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one .
I hope you have a good stereo .
Why ?
Because you have to hear it really loud to get the full concert effect .
But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ?
They must have mixed hackers with crackers .
What is crackers then ?
There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them .
So they are two totally different concepts .
Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end .
I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them .
You got it .
Thanks a lot .
You are welcome .
Amy , you forgot another magic word .
Oh , sorry again , thank you mom .
You are very welcome .
That's not how this game works .
Well , there was a sign that said " Buy now for seventy . "
How many bids had been placed before you ?
Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy !
Yeah , but that's what she did .
I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look .
Well , it's not just the girl ' s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen .
True , but there are limits . Being thin is one thing ; starving oneself to death is another . No one forces them to do this .
Which of them is the local train , please ?
You take the D train on the downtown platform , and go three stops .
How much is the fare ?
One dollar and twenty cents . You give me the money and I ' ll exchange it for a token .
What should I do with the token ?
You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform .
I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm .
Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ?
Davis .
Thank you , Mr . Davis .
Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration .
I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand .
I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged .
We'll try our best .
Thank you .
Would you mind waiting ? I ' m on the telephone .
OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight .
Did he say why ?
He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday .
Don't worry . I will tell him about that .
It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight .
Thank you for that . And I will double your pay .
Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 .
She's going to be so happy . Let me have one .
You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ?
I'll pay for it with my VISA .
It's all yours after you sign here , please .
Are there any extras that she needs ?
This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again .
You've been so helpful . Thank you .
Have a nice day , and thank you for shopping here .
But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office .
Well , I could put you on a waiting list . But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ?
My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G .
Alright . And what is your major ?
I'm a comparative literature major .
Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ?
Yes , that's right .
Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students .
That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class . And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it .
The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code . When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class .
Even if the class is full ?
That's right .
Oh , I didn't know that .
Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it .
Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ?
Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again . Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem .
Thanks .
Next time you come in here , I will recognize you .
What style do you use ?
Well , I use breast stroke for long distance , crawl or free style for short distance and back stroke just for fun .
Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ?
If you could pick me up at home , that would be great .
We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see .
That might be a little too much , but we ' ll see how it goes .
I will fax you a schedule as soon as I contact the owners to confirm the times .
really ? That ' s a lot of money to pay for one room .
well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price !
do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ?
I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ?
I ' d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ' ll have to take what I can get !
how long do you want to sign a contract for ?
I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ' t know where I ' ll be after that .
do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ?
I don ' t have any furniture , so it ' d be great if it were furnished .
you know that you ' ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ?
no , I thought that would be included in the rent .
it ' s not usually included , so you ' ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities .
I don't think I can afford that .
don ' t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children .
that's a good idea . I ' ll look into finding something like that .
Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less .
Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt .
All right . That sounds fair .
That ' s okay .
Please put your name on this list .
Then what do I need to do ?
When there is a computer available , I will call you .
What do I do to log on to the computer ?
Just type in the number on the back of your library card .
Okay . Thanks for your help .
On and off , for quite a few years .
I will do my best .
All you have to do is to ask for help .
Thanks . That ' s terrific !
I ' m ready and willing to help .
I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out .
Our monthly interest is 1 . 5 % of the outstanding balance . Would you please fill out this application form ?
Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys .
Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ?
Yes , she gets along with them quite well .
Do they have a large family ?
Their family is very similar to Cindy and Ron ' s family .
I remember Mom going with a lot of pepper for the meat .
I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea .
I will bring it up over Sunday brunch .
Good luck with that !
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
Very well , I'll try the banana flavor .
Anything else , sir ?
No , thanks . That will be all .
OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts .
No problem . Do you need the OHP ?
Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ?
OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ?
That would be great ! You are really a good employee .
Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself .
Typical you , always wanting to keep the best things for yourself . The more I appreciate the gift now .
My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience .
I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ?
I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field .
I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job .
Thanks for your compliment , but there is still plenty more to learn .
He can spend more time with his grandchildren .
Oh , I don ' t think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world .
So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea !
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time .
That sounds great .
Get ready for the best meal of your life !
I don ' t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself .
Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility .
I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky !
Unfortunately , you won ' t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday .
You wouldn ' t dare do that !
And they're happy with that ?
They're in awe of her . After they saw how she crushed WebTracker ... but I guess you know all about that .
What about all these other pieces ?
See this one that looks like a tower ? It ' s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ' s a very important piece so it ' s best to not let your opponent capture it .
And these two ? They are husband and wife ?
That ' s right ! That ' s the queen and that ' s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ' t this sound fun ?
Nah ! This is boring ! I ' m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation !
I am sure we will .
Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription .
Do you have a subscription ?
Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ?
I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ' t buy any regularly .
The negotiating bank has just been in touch ...
Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ?
No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted .
Kristy , that's wonderful ! Thanks so much for contacting me personally .
Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent restaurant years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ' t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term .
I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ?
I just felt that the paper couldn ' t offer me any new opportunities . I really needed a more challenging role to be honest .
No , do you want to go and do something ?
Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner .
Oh , that sounds great . How about 6 o ' clock ?
Yes , I do . Go on .
His number's 4945939 .
4945939 . Marvellous ! Thanks for your help .
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
I must have slept right through it .
Rise and shine ! Sleepyhead !
Just let me sleep 5 more minutes .
The early bird gets the worm .
I know . I know . But I don ' t want any worms .
Ha ! Ha ! If you don ' t make an effort now , later on it ' ll be a lot tougher for you .
Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ?
Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room .
Where is the break room ?
It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right .
Got it .
You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you .
Thank you .
We'll eat here .
Here you are . That's eight fifty .
And can I have some ketchup , please ?
It's on the service counter over there .
It only takes 45 minutes to an hour .
That's all ?
It's a pretty short trip .
Is there always a lot of people on that bus ?
It only gets crowded once it gets to LA .
Oh okay , thank you .
No problem .
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp .
Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air .
It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city .
You are so romantic , my sweetheart .
And then right at the bridge .
Right at the bridge ?
Yes . The gas station is on the left . And you can't miss it .
Yes . He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance .
How did it happen ?
His car was hit by an express train . It happened at the crossing just behind his house .
How horrible !
He ' s having an operation in the hospital now . Poor Hilda ! You can imagine how unhappy she is .
I hope he ' ll be all right .
I hope so , too .
And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary .
You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently .
You can ask questions about the position you are applying for .
In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get .
Of course .
Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave .
Besides , remember to make acknowledgments through an E-mail or a call .
They ' re this coming Tuesday .
Really ?
Yes , I ' m serious .
Good thing you told me .
I can ' t believe you didn ' t know when the elections were .
It slipped my mind .
You should watch the news more often .
Maybe you don't believe it , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you . Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK , let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next let's sing ' Happy Birthday ' to Mary .
It is very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming .
Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ?
Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that .
Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ?
Of course , all the workers here are able to swim , and they will come to your aid quickly .
I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow .
Can I just call someone myself to fix it ?
I don ' t think that would be a good idea .
You won ' t do it until tomorrow .
I guess you have a point .
So , I can call someone to fix it ?
Go right ahead .
Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times .
What do you mean ?
Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back . But I've seen him double cross other people .
Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that .
Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time .
So , can I trust him or what ?
Well , I think you should decide for yourself .
But I need someone that I can count on for this job .
Okay , Okay . You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time .
Come on you're confusing me . Give it to me straight .
Actually , he's the most dependable person I know , and he would never turn on anyone .
Cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment .
Do you have a car ?
No . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it .
Maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it .
You could try . It would save you a lot of money .
That's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs .
If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too !
I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere !
Let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price .
Sounds good ! Let's go !
Thanks .
Oh , I'm so sorry , Sir . I'll see what I can do about that .
What do you have for breakfast ?
When I need to make a quick breakfast , I just make some oatmeal , toast , and OJ .
That's a good idea .
It's not time consuming at all .
It doesn't take much time to make ?
Would you like me to make something ?
Why don't you make me some oatmeal and toast ?
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for .
I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable .
Have you ever been to Japan ?
Sure ! I just got back yesterday . I'm still suffering from jet lag .
The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three .
What about the other class ?
The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 .
Are you sure there are no more open classes ?
I'm positive .
Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday .
Okay , I'll sign you up .
Well . It's not my taste . Would you please bring me a short sleeve ?
Compared to the shortest route , you may pay around 5 Euro more .
That's acceptable . No one wants to miss a train .
OK ... Here we are . We'll turn left at this cross . To go straight ahead is the shortest route .
Thank you !
I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter .
If it's any good , I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition .
So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ?
It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ...
So what did you do ?
I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ...
Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ?
It moved slowly up the stairs , step by step , and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs , I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas . He had gone to get a late night snack .
Could you recall when and where you lost it ?
I have no idea .
OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ?
That is my friend Tim who lives nearby .
OK . We will contact you as soon as we have any clues .
That's great . I will go hiking with you .
Buy an expensive suit .
How expensive ?
The more expensive , the better .
I can ' t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ?
That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company .
How ?
If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine .
Is a white blouse okay ?
Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes .
Black ?
Black is good .
White pantyhose ?
No . Dark or skin colored .
Jewelry ?
Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ' t wear too many pieces of jewelry .
How about make up ?
Not much make up .
Perfume ?
Yes , some . But be aware that different people may like different scents .
They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive .
About how much were you planning to spend ?
No more than one hundred yuan .
Oh , in that case . This one is OK .
Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ?
OK . Wait for a moment , please .
We're getting close .
Will we be there soon ?
Here we are .
Where's the hotel ?
It is in front of you .
I see that . That was a nice ride .
I'm glad to hear it .
I like classical music . Do you ?
Not very much . Classical music sends me to sleep
I don't believe you .
It ' s true .
You are funny !
So are you ! How about another coffee ?
You really do a good job .
What about early next week ?
Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes .
Yes , sir .
I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff .
Hmm . I never thought about it that way .
One time I tried just listening , no notes , no pictures . I think I really learned more that day .
Well , it can cause smog , which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties .
Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it .
How many cases are accessible ?
There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all .
It's really going to be fresh all the time .
What a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted by Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spending power either . Teahouses of today all feature a cozy , comfortable environment , and high-quality services , but can easily cost you a good deal -- just like a coffee bar .
Well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
That sounds fine . I'll bring in my passport and everything tomorrow . Thanks .
Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday .
Okay , see you then .
No . You would break all your teeth on it .
How much are these mangoes ?
The sale price today is $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside .
What country produces them ?
They come from tropical countries .
Ah yes , I remember now .
Have your mechanics finished yet ?
No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it . Isn ' t that your car ?
Well , it was my car .
Didn't you have a crash ?
That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ?
Well , they're trying to repair it , sir . But to tell you the truth , you need a new car .
What room is it ?
It's 112 .
It's on the first floor by the nurse's office .
Thanks a lot , Brad . I've got to go before the bell rings .
I'm not sure , you know I'm not familiar with the city , too .
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the keys , right ?
That's right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren't very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules .
For example ?
They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other .
Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights !
Well , ping-pong is our national sport , and we just have to keep winning one honor after another . That's why many people think such rules acceptable . After all , they are funded out of taxpayers'money .
Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ?
No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go .
Yes , I guess I should try to use it .
You are welcome . I'll be back with the warm water in a minute .
Do you have Ginkgo trees here ?
We don't have them here , I'm afraid . Ginkgo trees grow well only in cold weather .
What are these trees opposite to the pine trees ?
They are poplar trees . They are widely used in our lives .
I think I know that .
Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ?
I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs .
One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ?
Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4 . 5 billion years ago .
But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans .
I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know .
I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there .
But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness , food storage , and a series of physiological effects .
Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider .
I am also wondering about the pay .
Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ?
I am thinking that might be the case .
I think you should give it a shot . What do you have to lose ? You can always change your mind .
Oh . I don't care about that .
Everybody's buying them .
Are they ?
Yes , they are very fashionable , you see .
I'm afraid I'm not interested in fashion . There are so many other really important things in the world .
The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language .
Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ' t suddenly going to stop using those languages .
Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers .
In that case , I shall continue to learning a few basic phrases in other languages .
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ?
All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ?
It looks good . But can I try it on ?
Of course . Let me help you .
Thanks . It ' s comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ?
$ 280 .
Ok . I'll take it . Here ' s the money .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
What dates are you planning on taking off ? I ' ll need at least two months notice , so that I can plan for your absence .
I was thinking of taking off from September first until the thirtieth . Would you be okay with that ?
Well , I guess so .
Frankly , some part of it I enjoy very much , but I prefer something more professional . It happens that I have a friend working here in this company . She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant . I felt very excited at this news . That's why I'm here .
I think , first of all , I would ask the consignee to produce survey report on loading , if they can't produce that I would suggest them to refer the case to their shipper . Meanwhile , bad weather could be agood excuse to refuse the responsibility .
Are you able to operate the telex ?
Yes , I used to dispatch telex to shippers and the consignee to inform them of changes of our schedule and other information .
Now can you tell me if you have a good command of both written and spoken English ?
When I was college , I passed Band Six of College English Test . All the foreign business men I've dealt with say my English is quite good .
If you are selected for the position , you must prepare to travel overseas frequently .
No problem , I love it . Thank you for granting me the interview .
I think so . I feel very hot .
Let's see . Yes . You ' Ve got quite a high temperature .
I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts .
Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu .
Is it serious ?
No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine .
How often must I take it ?
Three times a day after meals .
Thank you , Doctor . Goodbye .
Fixed .
And how long are you depositing for ?
For one year , that's what I usually do . Better interest , you know .
no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month .
do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ?
no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here .
how long is your contract for ?
that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon .
have you started looking again yet ?
not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer .
Good luck !
You are doing the waltz wonderfully well .
Thanks . I'm glad you say so . Oh , the music has stopped .
I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all .
I don't have it to hand , but I know the number . It's 16211469 9 . Can you do anything , like stop the card for example ?
Let me repeat that back to you , 16211469 9 . That's just what I've done , Mr Kowalski , I've stopped your card temporarily .
But , what do I do if I need cash ?
You can go to any branch of IBA and request the Emergency Assistance Service . Everything will be taken care of , there's no need to worry .
Thank you so much . I'll find the nearest branch and come in tomorrow . Thanks again for all of your help .
Well I ' Ve always been keen on writing , so I became the editor for the University student newspaper , which I really loved . Also I volunteered for a group called Shelter , to help the homeless in York .
What did that involve ?
Providing warm meals and shelter , especially in the winter months . I found it really fulfilling to be part of that group .
I ' m sure . Okay , now let ' s move on to your work experience , shall we ?
Yes , okay .
Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ?
Yes , will that be possible ?
What time would you like us to deliver it ?
Is 2:30 Okay ?
Your delivery has been confirmed .
Thank you , and I'm sorry for the change of plans .
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ?
It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main .
Great ! I have a coupon for free popcorn at that theater !
I see what you mean , but I ' m still bummed out .
OK . how does this sound . let ' s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there !
You know , I could really go for that . You don ' t mind being my wingman for tonight ?
Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ' night out ... well kinda ...
Great ! I must warn you though , whatever happens , don ' t let me go on a drinking binge . Trust me , it ' s not a pretty picture !
I'll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight .
Fine , we'll do that on the way home , so we don ' t have to carry it the whole time .
Sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers .
I promise . We're only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ' t had time for .
Ok , let's go then !
Do you have any money ?
For what ?
For our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street .
You said you were only going to window shop !
I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market !
I should have known ...
We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes
Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ?
I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most .
ha , well , we have no choice .
Mmm , you may be right .
Do you think we ' ll need our overcoats ?
No . We couldn ' t possibly .
Why not ?
It will be summer . So it will be hot .
Is that very likely in England ?
Yes . It could happen .
Don't forget to call us if you're in Tokyo .
No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing .
OK .
Please get ready .
Thank you .
We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready .
Is this where I get off ?
Yes .
Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food .
Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain .
Me , too , haha .
Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand .
All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office .
It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair .
OK , after we finish our preparation , we'll go to the supermarket .
Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ?
This one is $ 500 .
Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ?
The cable should be running again in a couple of days .
In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ?
We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience .
Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ?
It'll be free until it comes back on .
Thanks , I appreciate your help .
Thank you for all your patience .
OK . I will write to you as soon as I get there .
Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area .
Yes . How about donating some money ?
It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ?
Just find the answer through Internet .
Yes , let's do it now .
Good . He is a man of high standing . I think we can grant the loan you need after some further discussion . But I suggest you borrow on overdraft instead of on loan .
Yeah , my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive .
Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it .
Really ? No , they couldn't . None of them would have jobs if they did .
You're selling invoking subscriptions like nobody's business . And we don't even have a working demo yet .
I can't take the credit for that . I'm just Zina's assistant . She's the pro .
She is the mature , stable , feminine type . I hope one day I can marry her .
Oh , that's great . You're serious this time .
I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out .
Maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you .
I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her .
It can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you .
You're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore .
She's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend .
I've given her enough time . I'm over it now .
I still think you two should try to patch things up .
I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways .
I first learned how to do it in high school .
Did you take some sort of art class or something ?
That was my favorite class .
You have got to be talented .
Thanks .
If only I was talented .
You have a talent . You just don't know what it is yet .
You're welcome .
It doesn't matter , I will take an aisle seat .
What ' s the fee ?
The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft .
How is that a small fee ?
That fee should keep you from overdrafting .
I ' ll say .
Do you have any more questions ?
I don ' t need to know anything else . Thank you .
You really think so ?
Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ' s head over heels in love with you , too .
I sure hope so .
So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages .
We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold .
Well , it's sounding good ! I'm looking forward to that .
Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ?
The pipe has been leaking for a couple days .
You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ?
Yes , I ' m aware of that .
Is that all right ?
I just need the problem fixed .
I ' ll get started on it now .
I'm seeing that you are doing OK in some areas , but not so well in others .
I think I could take better notes and read a little more .
You can greatly improve your grades by always reflecting on what you can improve on .
I'm working on it !
Just do your best and I am sure that you will see improvement .
Thank you for your suggestion .
You ' re welcome .
Wow , that ' s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ?
No . I take public transportation . It's safer .
You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle .
Well , both have advantages and disadvantages .
You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ?
Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are .
Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert .
Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now .
Good ! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift .
Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal .
No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite .
And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' .
The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' .
I think producers are underestimating the audience . They should think of better ways to entertain the general public .
If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison .
Yup , that's him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless .
I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He's still a millionaire .
That's the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail .
I know . And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years .
Yup , you got it . Criminals in America do a lot better if they're white-collar thieves .
So what's Michael Milliken up to these days ?
He's giving lectures on business at colleges .
There isn't much difference . But there is some difference . For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive . They have very lightweight materials . They ' re designed for serious runner
And what are running-shoe-style shoes ?
They look like running shoes . They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too . But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners . You can use them for exerce
But they aren't as light , right ?
That's right . If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe .
That's what I want . For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care .
But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money .
My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too .
Well , do what you like . There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though . You don't have to buy the most expensive .
I want the best . My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet .
Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ?
No , but she exercises more than me .
I really think you are stubborn about some things . But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes .
Here it is . This is what my sister has .
Yes , that's it . That's their top model .
I wonder if they have my size .
Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ?
Here in America , it's six .
Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars . Wow , what a waste of money !
It's none of your business . Let me try them on .
Which way do you want me to go ?
Take a left .
How far do you want me to go ?
I'll tell you when to stop .
Just make sure to tell me beforehand .
We're back now , so why don't you try parking ?
Well , that was fun . Let's do it again soon .
I ' m fond of snakes . I think they ' re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ' s because they have so many legs .
I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur .
I agree . I ' m carry about mice . I think they ' re so cute !
really ? I don ' t see the attraction . I ' m afraid of mice .
Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design .
What kind of color tones do you like ?
Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright .
I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ?
I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing .
Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it .
No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ?
Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ?
Of course . This is my card . See you then .
Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ' ll call out the stops .
Thank you .
No , that won ' t do . I ' ll take this smoked ham you have here .
Okay , is there anything else ?
Is this salami and bologna you have here ?
Yes ! It ' s very fine meat ! Made it myself ...
Sounds good . Okay , that ' s it .
Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ...
Mmm ... No that ' s okay , really . I think that ' s all for today .
Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents .
No , I'll call the attendants at the gate to tell them that you are on your way .
Thank you so much . I really appreciate that .
I merely know how to send the direct letter . But I am not familiar with the attachment .
It's the same as usual . The only difference lies in that you need to paste the book as an attachment .
Can I mail the book if it is a large file ?
There are limitations to the capacity of an E-mail . Commonly it's no more than 4 MB .
What if it exceeds the capacity ?
You can divide it into several documents to mail . Or you can download the mentioned software from the warning .
Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ?
Yes . Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet .
Oh , I'll try to catch it .
Hey ! Where are you going ... ?
Coing out for a walk .
Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ?
Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ?
His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again .
I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me .
I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy .
Doesn't sound promising .
Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug .
If you want I'll let him know if I run into him .
Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get the class .
How about 560-436-8976 ?
This number is ok . It ' s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ?
As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ?
Sure .
Thanks .
Really ? I will try again .
I don't like the weather like this . Cold and rainy . Hope it become sunny as soon as possible .
Afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks .
Yes , he ' s very good .. isn ' t he ? He told some funny stories too .
Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being very serious .
I think that she had a litter too much of the punch .
What did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong .
That ' s my little secret . Did you like the snacks that I prepared ?
Very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ' t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves .
That cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ' s that stain ?
All cleaned up . Are you ready to start on the washing up ?
Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29 . 95 plus tax .
Only $ 29 . 95 ? I'll buy it , of course .
Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ?
Thank you , but no . This will do it for now .
Tax brings your total to $ 32 . 42 . How would you like to pay ?
Cash , please .
Here's your change . Thank you .
That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ?
That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings .
I like to play the piano for fun .
Yeah . That can be a good hobby .
Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do .
That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same .
I'm sorry . I can't . What does the note say .
It says ' No smoking ' .
Sorry , I'm very near sighted .
I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry .
What do you have to do ?
I'm having dinner with my family
Maybe you can come next time .
I'll make sure and come to your next party .
I'll look for you at my next party .
I'll be there .
I don't know .
I thought you knew where we get off at .
I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop .
Seriously ?
Yeah , we definitely missed our stop .
That's the last time I get on a bus with you .
My bad . sorry !
Then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church .
We can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path .
This path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ?
Yes , we can , but it isn ' t very interesting .
Then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path .
That ' s right .
How long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ?
I think it will take about four hours , including breaks .
That ' s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ?
Yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk .
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bought the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
What's the interest rate ?
It's 7 . 2 % , fixed-rate loan .
How do I go about taking it out ?
Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify .
All right , thank you !
I will leave a memo for you , sir .
Actually , tears also came to my eyes .
It has got this year's Oscar Award .
It deserves it . The film gave us a lot of inspiration .
Well , it ' ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah . we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South . we ' ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees .
You heard it folks ! It ' s gonna be a cold one !
That ' s right Bill . We will have more later on today on the six o ' clock news . That ' s the weather forecast for this morning .
Alright . What is that you want to tell me ?
We ' Ve won two free tickets to Hawaii for a seven-day vacation !
What ? Are you serious ? Oh , my gosh ! There will be guys everywhere .
I can show you how to use it .
How do I use it ?
You need to push your card into the machine .
What ' s next ?
Enter your PIN .
What else do I have to do ?
Every option you can choose will appear on the screen . That ' s about it .
There are four people in my family .
Who are the members of your family ?
My husband , my mother-in-law , my daughter and I .
But I ' m really surprised . I thought science and religion are not compatible , are they ?
Yes , they are compatible . Actually , the U . S . is both the most developed and the most religious country in the world .
I've heard about it a little bit before , but I don ' t understand . How can people believe in God since they know God doesn't exist ?
That ' s a little complicated . You ' ll get to know it when you are acquainted with the U . S . history later on . Religion was and is a part of American people ' s life . Guess what ? Even Harvard University , which is a highly academic institution , is in a sense the product of religion .
Really ?
Absolutely ! It was founded by a group of Puritan immigrants from England .
Why was it founded by the Puritans ? Where were the atheistic educators ?
Because most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans .
How come ? I mean why most of them were religious people ?
That ' s because in the 16th and 17th century , there was a series of religious reforms in England . Many religious separatists were persecuted and fled to other countries .
So , you mean people didn't enjoy religious freedom in England ?
Yes , that's why Puritans moved to the New World , where they believed they could establish a heaven for Puritans . Later on , it was these Puritans who founded Harvard College .
Why did they want to found a college ?
Many Puritans had received classic style of higher education in Oxford University and Cambridge University back in England . They hoped that their descendants could receive this kind of education as well .
Oh , I see .
Actually Harvard was first named ' New College ' , without a formal name .
When did it begin to be called Harvard University ?
In 1639 , it was renamed after its major benefactor John Harvard . Interestingly , JohnHarvard himself was a clergyman .
It seems that Harvard was predestined to be influenced by religion .
Therefore , it ' s not exaggerate to claim that had there not been religion , there would note Harvard .
Wow , I didn ' t know that religion had played such an important role in Harvard history .
Religion has been playing an indispensible part in Harvard history as well as the U . S .
I finally begin to get to know Harvard . It seems that my knowledge of Harvard is rather poor . I have a lot work to do before applying for Harvard .
Remember that Harvard is a part of the United States . So you have to know the U . S . history and culture if you want to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard . The two are closely related .
That ' s right . I have a lot to learn from you .
You can ask me any question at any time .
What about coming back ? I'd like to come back about 7 p . m .
There's one at 19 and the next is at 19 forty .
Mmm , how much is it ?
Single or return ?
Return , please .
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . there is saver return which is $ 9 . 45 , an ordinary return is $ 16 . 45 .
An ordinary return , please .
Fine . As well , would you mind if I asked to see the Loyd's surveyor report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis .
one or two people didn ' t take to my ideas very well . That was to be expected . The worst thing was that the people who said the idea were good before the meeting didn ' t support me during the meeting .
I wonder why not . We could always revise the suggestions , to take into account any objections .
that ' s good advice , but I ' m not confident that even revised proposals will be accepted .
may I make a suggestion ?
sure . I ' m open to any reasonable suggestions .
Is there a chance you could contact the client confidentially and see what they think ? If they like your ideas , perhaps they could put them forward as their own proposals . You won ' t get credit for ide
I ' m not sure that ' s a good idea .
go on . Take a chance . You could just hint at your idea . The client should be smart enough to take a hint .
I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out .
I guess we could also put out a few advertisements for our website inside of the search engine . I would like to find the most effective way to let people know about our site and our products .
Five Yuan .
Thanks .
If you have any further questions , just ask me .
OK . Thank you very much .
You are welcome . Have a nice day .
Great !
The food wasn't all that exciting .
I don't think that the service was good , either .
Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience .
Would you like to return to this restaurant ?
Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down .
Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous .
Superman is not afraid of any danger .
Do you remember the rules of road safety ?
What ?
Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side .
Don't play on the street or make any noise .
Yes , so you still remember , ah .
Dear Mom , please permit of superman's naughty .
That sounds just wonderful to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about this afternoon ?
Fine . I'll be expecting you around two .
Your offering price is not out-of-line . The owners will either take it or make a counter-offer .
Does it usually take very long for the owners to get back to you with an acceptance ?
It usually doesn ' t take very long for owners to respond to an offer .
Should I be in touch with my bank to tell them to get the loan papers ready ?
The only thing you should do now is relax . You already are pre-qualified for your loan .
I eat more and more these days . And it puts even more weight on me .
It's not good to start with too much work-out at the beginning . What about trying something else ?
I'd love to do that . What do you recommend ?
More and more people are warm up to Yoga these days . Do you want to have a try ?
Do you think it's a good option for health and relaxation ?
Absolutely . But it takes great perseverance to master .
I can so that .
Here is a free class going on right over there . Go and join them .
How did it go ?
Everything was okay when it started , but the music made me drowsy . So I think I may have dozed off for a minute over there .
You ' re kidding me !
Do you have another card I could try ?
I only have one card .
Do you have cash , perhaps ?
I don ' t have any cash on me .
You ' re not going to be able to take these items today .
I ' ll be back tomorrow .
You're back already . That sure was quick .
That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me .
Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time .
Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway .
Okay , let's go !
OK . I'll drop you a line as soon as I get there .
That purple one . I ' m sorry ... I ' Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ' m kind of nervous .
Don ' t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ' s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ' s a great statement piece .
Oh ... wow . That ' s really pretty . Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ?
We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece -- it ' s both glamorous yet functional . If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her .
Jess ? Well , she ' s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ' s very feminine ...
Perhaps you could give her a ring ?
Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ' Ve just been so nervous .
Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose !
Okay , I ' Ve decided . I ' m going to pop the question !
Fabulous ! We should look at engagement rings then ! Now that ' s a whole other section .
What bad luck !
Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ?
Yeah , maybe you are right !
What about this one ? This one's got a label .
Let me see it .
What's you name and address ?
David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street .
That's right . D . N . Hall . 83 . Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Hey !
What ' s the matter ?
This case doesn't belong to me ! You've given me the wrong case !
Thank goodness !
I've just had it repainted .
That's terrible .
I am sorry to say this , sir , but you should've been more careful .
I apologize for that . But the space is too small .
What about the damage to my car ? What are you gonna do about that ?
Can we solve this later ? I am calling the insurance company .
OK . I gotta call mine too .
Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go .
Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting .
So what was the score ?
The score was 101-98 .
Man , that was a really close game .
That's what made it so great .
I'll make sure and make it to the next one .
This afternoon ?
Yes . May I ask who's calling ?
This is his friend , Greg .
Okay . I'll tell him you called .
Thanks .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it .
I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner .
I love most how it is at night after it rains .
How come ?
You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains .
I would love for it to rain today .
I would too .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
No , nothing .
Would you open this suitcase , please ?
Sure .
Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ?
Yup .
Is this camera a gift for someone ?
No , it's my camera for personal use .
You have to pay tax for this camera .
No , please don't . It's is for my personal use .
You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera .
Almost all are for my friends in the States .
Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ?
Sure . Here you are .
What should I fill in under the room number ?
You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on .
Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly .
Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ?
Oct 24th .
Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk .
Ok , I will take good care of it .
And now if you are ready Mr . Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room .
Yes , I am ready . Thank you .
I hope you enjoy your stay with us .
I will try .
That was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ?
Sure . What's this one a picture of ?
Oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city .
You don't look very happy in that picture .
No , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces !
So what did you do ?
We spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel .
My travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ?
Of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though .
That's what everyone says ! I can't wait to see it for myself some day .
How much do you spend on design development every year .
About 10 % of the gross sales .
That's fine .
We propose to deliver 50 % in June and the balance in Aug .
I agree with your proposal .
Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ' re competent . Don ' t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ' re talking big .
I see .
Try to be natural , alert and interested .
You ' Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much .
My pleasure . Good luck to you .
That's so simple . I'll come by my local branch later this afternoon and get it set up . Thank you very much , Tina .
It's a pleasure . Thanks for calling Lincoln Bank .
Working . I've been really busy these days . I got a promotion .
That's great , congratulations !
Thanks . I am feeling pretty good about myself too . You know , bigger office , a raise and even an assistant .
That's good . So I guess I'll have to make an appointment to see you .
You are kidding .
How long have you been working there ?
A bit over two years . This is a fast-moving company , and seniority isn ' t the only factor in deciding promotions .
How do you like your new boss ?
She is very nice and open-minded .
Much better than the last one , huh ?
Yeah . He was a real slave driver . He probably would have loved it if we were robots .
Forget about him . Come over to my house tonight . Let's get drunk .
Good . Tonight 8 o'clock .
8 it is . See you then .
Bye .
Yes , please .
Is it very cold in winter there ?
No . it isn ' t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter .
Does it rain a lot in summer there ?
Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily
How about here in Beijing ?
There ' s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn
I feel it ' s rather dry here
That ' s true . many people from the south don ' t like the whether here .
Are you from south ?
No . I ' m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually .
I see . So this is your hometown ?
I'm from the other side of the coast--Los Angeles .
Wow . I really like California ... the weather there is much better than the East Coast .
Have you been to California ?
Just once . Quite a few years ago we took the kids to Disneyland on our vacation . They had a blast .
How many kids do you have ?
Two , a boy and a girl . They ' re already grown now .
Well , California ' s changed over the last little while . You should come back out sometime .
Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ?
Yes .
Maybe . But it still gets on my nerves .
I ' m with you on that one . Anything else you ' re planning on doing ?
One last thing , I ' Ve decided to come out of the closet .
It ' s about time !
Wait a minute , I will bring you some juice .
I like lamb , but my husband doesn't .
What about some steak ? This is a nice piece .
Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too .
Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice .
No , thank you . My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken .
To tell you the truth Mrs . Bird , I don't like chicken , either !
You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia .
I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad .
Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak .
Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds .
We are such weirdos right ?
I have complete confidence in our new President .
Is that right ?
I know he will help change America .
I hope so , because America needs a change .
I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected .
I agree with you completely .
I ' m not worried about our country now that it ' s in his hands .
No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in .
What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ?
The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day .
Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ?
Unfortunately , no . If you want a trainer , you'll have to use another gym .
I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field .
have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ?
no . Is it difficult to find such a job ?
not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ?
yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly .
do you have experience in the IT field ?
I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain .
do you speak Spanish ?
yes , but not fluently .
that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ?
I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me .
did you write a clear objective in your resume ?
no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do .
I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it .
thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then !
Nobody has told me anything about your party .
Did you want to go ?
When does it start ?
At 8
I'll be there .
I'd better see you there .
Of course .
The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ?
Yes , Sir . That's correct .
Yes , here you are .
Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ?
The doctor told me to stay about one month .
But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then .
Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back .
Certainly . See you in the afternoon .
But whether you like it or not , there ' s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively .
Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ?
You have no choice , so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time .
Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ?
Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt .
It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think .
It's been several days now , I am not sure .
Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go .
Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ?
I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time .
OK , I will .
This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time .
Thanks a lot .
Hope to see you again . We will provide the best service .
It ' s Saturday , a great weekend .
Ur , you really let me down .
Don ' t be angry with me . I have a bad memory .
No , you haven ' t . You just don ' t care about me . You ' re an indifferent husband .
What day is it on earth ?
It ' s an anniversary of our weeding .
Oh . it's too late . Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look .
Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun .
Yes , it's true I don't .
You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested !
What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ?
No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much .
I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI . But how long does the White House tour last ?
I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour .
Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast .
First I want to look in the travel guide . Maybe they don't have tours in the morning .
That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ?
No , I'm fine .
I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks .
Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ?
After I've eaten , it goes away for a while .
Do you feel nauseous ?
Yes , occasionally .
Do you have regular bowel movements ?
I think so .
Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much .
Is it serious ?
Not too serious , but it'll take you some time to recover , so you'll need to be patient .
Ok , I'll use my Visa . Here you are .
Thank you ... please sign on the line .
I import canned food .
Oh . Of course I'm ready .
Did you buy the converter ?
No , I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV .
How much was that ?
It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen .
Does it pick up any digital channels ?
Oh , yes . I get six Korean channels but nothing in English !
I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number .
Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000
Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account .
OK .
Yes , dumpling is a must . There is also other food . For example , people eat chicken for good luck .
That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ?
Yes , it's really wonderful !
Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing .
I'm sure you'll have a good time .
You're welcome .
Her name is Jenny .
How did you meet her ?
We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other .
What do you like best about her ?
She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time .
I guess it was fate working to bring you together .
Whatever brought us together , I'm happy .
Take advantage of the house being empty to clean and paint . It will be harder to do after the furniture and appliances have arrived .
I asked the store to deliver my new appliances on the day we are moving in .
That will be good . You are going to want your stove and refrigerator right away .
I could use some help on moving day . What are you doing on Saturday ?
I think I am getting a fever and will be too sick to help you . Here , feel how hot my head is !
Absolutely right . He gave a performance of Felix Mendelssohn's violin concerto . That caused a sensation . The audience were stunned by his pure tone .
Obviously you did enjoy the concert .
Yes , I did .
Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ?
It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf .
You're in luck . We still have that little table .
Thank goodness .
Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge .
OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later .
See you !
I'm glad you like it . The band is called " Four and One " . They are especially good at playing rock and roll .
That's great ! I love to dance to fast music .
Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ?
Yes , disco dancing is my favorite . It ' s great fun and good exercise as well .
OK . Let's disco .
Now the band is playing a slow dance .
That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ?
Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance .
All right . Let me get you something to drink .
The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important .
Are you in good health ?
I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition .
Have you had any nursing experience ?
Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital .
How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ?
My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems .
What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ?
One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing .
If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ?
I'll try to speak in another language or I'll try my best to use gestures and draw pictures .
Sure , you ' re more than welcome . I ' m meeting everyone at three o ' clock .
Oh great , I ' ll see you there !
Thank you .
How many employees do you have in this plant ?
500 . We ' re running on three shifts .
Does the plant work with everything from the raw material to the finished product ?
Our associates specializing in these fields make some access - ries . Well , here we ' re at the production shop . Shall we start with the assembly line ?
That ' s fine .
Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ?
Let me check the reservation list . Fortunately , we have just 10 standard rooms available for the three days .
Do you receive any other income ?
I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit .
Do you know what your credit score is ?
I don ' t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good !
You are in good shape . Figuring in your other expenses , you can easily afford a house costing seven hundred thousand or maybe even a little more !
I'm going to the English class . It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run .
See you later , alligator .
After a while , crocodile .
I don't know . Maybe it ' s some kind of personal problem .
what's the matter with these ideas ?
They are good , but i still need a few more .
what about going on a picnic ?
Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ?
you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ?
they are all good .
yeah , that's nice .
hmm , I think I've got an idea . Maybe I can get her an ever-green plant to take back home .
a plant ? That's creative . I'm sure ever time she waters it she'll think of you . But there is a problem . Do you think it'll be able to go through the customs ?
I hope so . I'll make sure to get a small one so she can put it into her suitcase . I hope it won't cause her trouble at the border .
I don't know . I think the idea of a plant going across borders with a friend is really exciting but maybe seeds would be safer . You don't want to get her in trouble .
No , it's just that it's a holiday . With everyone out partying , there's a lot of drunk driving .
OK . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
This is a Porsche !
Yes . Beautiful , isn't it ?
But I probably can't afford it . It must be really expensive .
Well , sir . You said you were looking at cars at the rental agency at the airport . Now with them you'd spend your money and get nothing for it . But you could probably rent this Porsche from us , for the same price as one of their standard cars .
But how can you do that ?
It's because our prices are so good . And this car has a lot of miles on it . But it's in nice shape , isn't it ?
Yes , it almost looks new .
And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ?
It says , Zina , I like how you rhumba . An admirer .
Don't mention it .
What about other expenses ?
Let ' s see . Gas , food , recreation , we won ' t spend much . Come on . Don ' t hesitate . We need to get out of the house once in a while . We have been working hard , haven ' t we ?
Maybe you ' re right . When do you plan to go ?
The sooner the better ! I can ' t wait !
Oh , I don ' t know where we ' re going yet .
As long as we ' re going , you can decide where to go . I trust your judgments . I know you miss Chinese food , so we can eat at a Chinese restaurant this time .
Let ' s go to Chicago . We can have lunch in Chinatown . Then we can go to a ball game at Wrigley Field !
OK .
Yes , I was . You work for 3M , right ?
I did but now I ' m for Microsoft . How are things with you ?
Good .
May I know what you do ?
I ' m a fashion designer . Next month , I have a fashion show . I ' d love it if come . I can get you a couple of tickets . So you can bring a friend if you like .
Sure . That would be great . Good luck .
Thank you .
he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ' s her allergy .
I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ' s got jetlag now . she ' s just resting today , but we ' ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow .
it ' s nice that she ' s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look .
oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling .
that ' s a good idea . You ' Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand .
yes , I banged it against to cooker yesterday . It really hurt , but it ' s OK now . the bruise will disappear soon .
Me ! Me !
Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ' s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ' s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ' s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this .
Wait , what are you doing ? I ' m a married woman ! You can ' t just try to kiss me like this !
Madam I ' m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency .
Well , OK . But no French kissing !
As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ' s chest , and press down firmly two or three times .
Wait , what are you doing ! You can ' t just kiss me then go for second base !
That's great ! What time will it start at ?
At 6 o'clock .
OK . I'll come . See you then .
See you .
Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well .
Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ?
No , but tell me some . I am interested .
Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition .
Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ?
I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train .
But I still prefer the pop music in the subway .
Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values .
Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ?
Not well enough , but I'm learning .
It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ?
40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day ..
Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ?
We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day .
Is there probation ?
No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week .
What is good for you ?
I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent .
That ' s not high enough .
How much more are you thinking ?
I can let it go at $ 900 a month .
That ' s almost perfect .
I can live with that too .
I study the administration . Yes . But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news .
A new reporter must expect to work many hours .
I know that starting reporters work many hours . I'm very willing to take on the challenge .
That sounds pretty good . OK , I'll change 500 USD today , thanks .
almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive .
have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job .
yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet .
it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive .
that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception .
I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available .
thank you .
my pleasure .
Oh , I see . How much it the service charge ?
The service charge is 1 % of the total amount of the check .
Well , I'd like to cash these four checks for $ 100 each .
Would you please countersign them here ?
OK , there you are .
And your passport please .
Oh , I forgot to bring it . It is in my hotel room .
Sorry , sir . We can't cash the checks for you without your passport .
Well , thanks . I will come again this afternoon , then .
Mmmm , no . How about you ?
I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you .
Haha , so you are my E-bf .
I like you . Do you agree to be my of ?
Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be .
Wow ! Blablablabla . . .
Hey ! What is it ?
I am flying like a bird .
LL
I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne .
I have no champagne right now . How about this ?
It's OK , so I send you this .
Is it made of chocolate ?
It's my heart ; it's made of what you like .
Oh , I will have a sweet dream .
Are you sleepy ?
A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to .
Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office .
Thx . Bye for now . Kisssssssssss .
C U here , honey .
Hey , how would you like to taste my fist ?
Alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ?
Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on .
That is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies .
Yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned .
Not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy .
The Notebook is this type of movie .
Really ? I haven't heard of it .
Well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it .
Ok . I can't wait to see it . Let's go !
Just sign here , please .
Sure . Here you go .
Here's your receipt . Have a nice day .
Business management
That sounds interesting .
I have lived here for twenty years .
Twenty years ! That's a long time .
Yes , I have been here since 1976 .
Then why do you want to sell it ?
Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country .
How much does this house cost ?
6850 pound .
That's a lot of money !
It's worth every penny of it .
Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first .
Women always have the last word .
Do you mind being next to the elevator ?
Actually , I ' d prefer not to be .
OK , here they are .
What's the price for this one ?
Eight hundred yuan .
How about seven hundred yuan ?
I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices .
OK . I'll take it .
I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines .
Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice .
So what do you want to play then ?
Blackjack . We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars .
Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet !
Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas .
Yes , and if I stay with you , we will have to walk back home to New York . Because we will lose all our money and our plane tickets too !
You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong .
Well , I'd better not tempt you . Otherwise , if I give you a piece of cake , you might ask for a glass of milk .
Are you going to go right away ?
I am leaving right now .
All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up .
Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of .
Goodbye , and try not to miss any more school .
Which one ?
That blue one right there . How much is it ?
It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive !
Hey , let me get it for you . It's your birthday present .
Your signature here , please , and we're finished .
Here's my John Hancock .
Bye-bye . Visit us again soon !
In aisle 3 .
Maybe ...
Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ?
Apple , banana and strawberry pie .
Then a piece of apple pie , please .
And what would you like for dessert ?
Icecream , please .
What flavor would you like ?
orange
Thank you . I'll bring your order right away .
Yes ?
The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets .
Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer .
That's right .
So what's the movie about ?
Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat .
Huh ?
I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil .
I see . Batwoman married the boss ?
No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature .
Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ?
No , Sharon Stone did .
And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ?
Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying ?
What's that ?
Well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic .
That's annoying , but nothing to worry about .
For me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ?
Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset .
Ok , I'll try that .
Is there anything else bothering you ?
Just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do .
Do you have any other plans this weekend ?
I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday .
Try not to take on more than you can handle .
You're right . I probably should just work on my paper . Thanks !
OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ?
The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ?
First-class .
For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos .
How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ?
Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane .
If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ?
If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight .
I see . Thank you very much for your information .
You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please .
Goodbye !
I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ?
That would be a great choice !
I'll trust your taste and take one order of that .
We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price .
In that case , we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice .
I'll have someone bring that up right away . How would you like to pay for the dinner ?
Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill .
All right , sir . You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes .
I have no idea .
You must have a high IQ score .
Well , Jerry , let me tell you a secret .
Go ahead .
My IQ score is slightly above average .
Seriously ? But you are such a genius .
Maybe I've got a higher EQ . I'm not sure .
Well , perhaps you're right . Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ .
You can say that again , Jerry . And I'm sure you're high in both of them . With a little more time cracking the books , you can also get high marks .
OK , thank you . I'm going to the library , are you coming ?
Let's go !
Don't pull my leg .
This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ?
Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now .
Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ?
I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed .
Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise .
Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself .
He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy .
Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato .
Who knows !
I have a suit that needs cleaning .
Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway .
Well , that ' s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ' s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ' s just too cliche .
How can it be cliche ? It ' s a fable ! It ' s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love .
You have always been so soft , Dave !
Open your heart Dick . Don ' t shut us out .
Anyway ... That ' s all for today folks ! Join us next time as we talk about & quot , How to lose a guy in 10 days & quot , I ' m sure you ' ll love that one Dave !
It is stupid to say so .
Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life .
But IQ is decided at birth . One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it .
That's why people's achievement varies greatly .
That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them .
Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ?
I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives .
Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ?
Just as Forrest ?
Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ .
I got it .
You're right . He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects . The only thing he's lacking in is experience .
Maybe that's why he's so nice !
OK . Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide . If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ?
I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip .
If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ?
No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings .
Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company .
Thank you . It's my honor .
I am sure we will .
what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend
well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink .
Here they are .
Sign here , please . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Please drive safely , sir .
Thank you , Ma'am .
What are you saying ? You are acting weird today .
I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too .
Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me .
That's all right . At least I got myself left .
Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel .
I hope that he would grant me with that .
Hope so .
And that ?
It ' s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later .
What was that ?
Honey , seriously , It ' s just a sheep . Relax !
Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable .
You know what ? I don ' t think I can hack it here out in the countryside . I ' m going back to the city !
I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others .
That ' s good . We always need team players here .
Three days later .
Thank you , see you then .
Bye-bye .
First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name .
Well , I see .
Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence .
It's easy to write those .
You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on .
Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy .
You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter .
What should I write except these ?
You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter
OK , I will remember .
No , it's Caxton .
Fine , I've got that . And your company is ...
Rosedale Investments .
Could you spell that , please ?
It's R , O , S , E , D , A , L , E .
Thank you . And the message ?
It's about an invoice which is wrong .
Have you got the number there ?
Um ... yes ... it's 856674 / ros .
856674 .
That's right .
OK , I'll get someone to phone you first thing in the morning .
Thank you very much .
Yeah . He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days .
Why don't we take him out ? We can try to take his mind off of it . In the least show him that we're there for him .
That's a great idea . Why don't you call him . I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else .
Ok . I'll call you back after I'm done .
Sounds good .
I bet you find the character difficult to write !
Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ' re easy for me .
So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ?
Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ?
In a way , it ' s similar to your experience of learning Chinese . Some Spanish words are very similar to English ones . But I need to practise listening to native speakers and saying the words myself .
Yes . They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant .
You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted .
One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship .
Maybe you are right .
Well , he indeed likes me .
But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question .
No , he is the sort of man who likes to hide his candle under a bushel .
W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ' t heard of the name . Could you hold on the line when I check .
No problem .
No , sir . We left directly from the hostel .
Are these four pieces all your luggage ?
Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons .
You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons .
Right . Thanks .
Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half .
Thanks .
Have a nice flight .
That ' s not a bad idea . Bet after all you should get some sound financial guarantee .
How ' s your boy , Jack ?
He ' s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up .
Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ' t they ?
Good luck to them .
He knows who I am .
Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ?
I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today .
Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called .
Thank you .
Do you want to tell her ?
I ' d rather you told her .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
You are most welcome .
I ' m afraid I have to go now . The plane will take off soon .
Call us as soon as you got home .
She likes to complain about her macho husband and her " bambinos " , but she loves them all dearly .
I ' ll have a diet coke , please .
Is this dine-in or take-out ?
Take-out , please .
Yes , I've got that here ...
And your statement reference and the payment amount . Click on next , then ' pay beneficiaries ' . That's it ! All done .
Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates .
Yes ?
The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits .
OK .
Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate .
I see .
wow ! That ' s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ?
345 Stony Creek Avenue .
Thank you very much . I ' ll be there on time .
Excellent . I ' ll see you on Thursday at 9 30 .
I'm afraid no . It is not covered by this insurance .
I need to remit £ 500 to London .
Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ?
T / T , please .
Very well , Mr . Jones .
Mostly office work - filing and so on .
How long is the assignment ?
Till the end of the month .
I did ... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared .
Thank you . I wish I would .
Good luck to you .
What ' s wrong with speaking English ?
Well , I just got back from my language school . We have to speak French all day there . No English allowed !
What are you doing that for ?
I ' m trying to learn new skills . It makes me more qualified for a good job .
Good for you .
Yes , please . Thank you for everything .
You did mess up a little on one thing .
Tell me .
You had a little trouble on your parallel parking .
That's not easy for me .
That's something that you really need to work on .
Am I still going to get my license ?
You're still going to get it .
How much should I pay ?
$ 100 . But we will charge you $ 200 as a deposit .
Well , off the record , of course , but I hear that he's got terrible debts . He has his own company , and it's not going very well .
Really ? Well , I hate to say this , but I'm not surprised .
Really ? What makes you say that ?
Well , he doesn't look very honest .
I know , that's the problem . He can't find any customers . It's a pity , really , because his products are very good . Oh , that reminds me . Did I tell you about my new laptop ?
Oh , don't talk to me about laptops . Mine crashed on Friday and I lost everything . I hate them .
Oh , really ?
Look , I need another drink . Do you want one ?
Yes , I'll have another cocktail .
Vodka martini ?
Absolutely .
I'll be back in a sec .
OK . I'll wait here for you .
For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together .
What basic principles do you apply to your life ?
Working hard and being frugal are both virtues . I strive to practise these two virtues in my life .
IKEA has beautiful furniture .
Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ?
The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars .
How good of quality is the furniture ?
It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for .
I don't mind paying for quality workmanship .
I assure you that you're paying for quality .
I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights .
Well , I really recommend Spain . You really should go . Anyway , it's been great to catch up , but I must be going , this is my floor . Speak again soon I hope .
Not bad .
Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ' ll surely get it .
That ' s great ! I ' ll go there right now and speak with the boss .
There ' s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ' Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job .
That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot .
Think nothing of it , Tony . I ' m sure you ' d do the same for me .
Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know .
First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . '
Be a yes-man , you mean ?
You may put it that way if you like . Don ' t worry . You ' ll have no problem .
I hope not .
You mean , you like the pictures of the beautiful models ... Hello ?
Well , why don't you go on a diet ?
I've tried diets before but they've never worked .
Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class .
Yes , maybe I should .
Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned .
You'd better spell that !
Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R .
Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ?
Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it .
OK , will do . Bye .
Thanks . Bye .
Do you really ?
It's beautiful .
Well , thank you very much .
How much is it for my hair ?
You owe me $ 55 .
Thanks for everything .
You are very welcome . Come back again .
That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you .
Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting .
Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ?
I feel that the whole committee needs to be there .
Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ?
Yes , I know how to get there on my own .
Great ! We will send you all the details later . Looking forward to meeting with you !
Shall I make out a receipt ?
No . don ' t bother .
That ' ll be ninety-five cents in all .
really ? I thought his parents had died several years ago .
they did . He inherited the money form an uncle . I hope he doesn ' t lose a lot of it in taxed to the government .
dying can be very expensive nowadays ! What ' s he going to do with it ?
he said that he would probably invest most of it . He ' s got a well-paid job , so he doesn ' t need the money to cover day-to day expenses . He just wants some extra money available for when he retires .
I had some good financial news yesterday too .
really ? Have you won a fortune in the lottery ?
no , but I got a pay rise of 5 % and a hours for all the hard work I ' Ve put in recently . I think it was very nice for my boss to show his appreciation in that way .
It certainly was ! So , what are you going to do with your windfall ?
I heard that the weather should be good . There ' s a possibility of a shower , but it ' s not very likely .
Hopefully , we ' ll both have relaxing weekends .
Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true .
Unfortunately , there ' s always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention .
I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her .
sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ?
not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby .
that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ?
you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight .
good luck !
thanks !
Great . So how long is the trip ?
15 days . The transportation by air will take five days .
Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ?
Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ' s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ' s Lodge
Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ?
Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything .
Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it .
Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week .
Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ...
Yes , sir . It will be a great pity !
Well . Ok , I will take it .
Thank you !
Good .
This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed .
OK . thanks .
Your bags will be here shortly .
You're new at this , huh ?
No , is it difficult ?
No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off .
How much does it cost ?
Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus .
Wow , I can't thank you enough .
Don't mention it .
indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit .
Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ?
who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him .
well then , what are your spoils ?
well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs .
No , you can walk from here .
Can you afford that much ?
No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency .
Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment . Usually one large room and a small bathroom . There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person .
How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ?
That means the apartment has furniture in it .
That's good .
Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture .
Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 .
It's still pretty expensive .
Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one .
Alright . What's the phone number ?
256-7797 .
Got it . What else do you see ?
This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate . Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment . Does this mean I have to share a room with them ?
No . It probably means they have a large apartment . Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms . They need someone for the empty bedroom .
That sounds alright .
Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all . If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them .
Here's the number , 256-4367 .
Got it . Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments .
Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this .
Don't mention it , Larry . What are friends for anyway ?
There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , Thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many sports events in my city . We have several sports venues for football , rugby , and cricket-even ice-skating and ice hockey .
Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ?
There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more ' cultural " , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas .
It sounds like a really exciting city to live in .
It is . I hope you ' ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ' s more happening outdoors .
I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking .
But the Reds keep a weak midfield . I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield . It is the main source of its strength .
For both . Now , do you make machines for producing such things ?
Yes , we have a showroom not far away from here , Mr . Black . Are you free now ?
Yes , quite free until noon .
Fine . Then , shall we go right away ? I have a car outside .
Have you ? That's splendid . Just let me get my things together . I won't keep you long .
Take your time , sir . I can wait .
Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures .
So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one .
That one will bring you many hours of pleasure .
Does a warranty come with this music box ?
I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own .
I just thought I would ask .
When you buy a Model T , you can't expect a warranty .
Will you be getting more in .
Yes . But not for about 2 weeks .
Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ?
May I have your details , and I'll check for you .
Certainly ...
OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card .
Wonderful ! And , you mentioned ' perks ' ? I do hope I'll be getting some of those .
Oh , I see .
The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result .
Oh , really ?
I'll take you to the assembly shop ...
How much ?
For each time you overdraft , you have to pay $ 25 .
That ' s not a small fee .
You shouldn ' t overdraft .
That ' s for sure .
Do you need help with anything else ?
That ' s all I needed to know . Thanks .
I'll share it with one of my friends . What ' s in a one-bedroom apartment ?
A one-bedroom apartment has one bedroom , a living room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
Is there any furniture ?
No , but a fridge and a stove .
It sounds wonderful . Do I have to sign a lease ? How much should I pay ?
Yes , it ' s a one-year lease . And $ 200 a week with one month refundable deposit .
When can I come over ?
Would Friday morning be alright ?
OK . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Do you have an account this bank , sir ?
Yes , here is my account number .
May i please see ID ?
Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ?
Today's rate is 2 . 57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir . Please count it and sign your name here .
Yes , it is the credit demand . Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ?
You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ?
900 dollars .
How would you like it ?
I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ?
Ok , here you are .
Thank you , have a nice day .
Thank you , have a good day .
Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy .
Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes .
I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt .
Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . '
Exactly .
OK . Anything else ?
No , thanks .
For here or to go ?
For here .
How would like to pay ?
I have a Master Card .
I have booked you for one window seat on American airline flight No . 409 . Have a good trip !
Great ! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping !
But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things .
Wait . What's the time , honey ?
About 6 .
It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed . American Idol , There you go .
Dad , it's not fair . I am so disappointed with you !
Please wait for us even if we're a little late .
Never mind . I'll be waiting for you .
See you then .
OK . Bye !
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I ' Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that ' s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I ' m a GS - 15 . That ' s high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight .
Yes , it will be ready then .
OK . By the way , please get them pressed .
No problem .
Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ' t .
Do you think that my job pays unemployment ?
You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you .
Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ?
There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned . They will let you know when you file your claim .
Li Gang .
That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth .
That's right .
By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash .
I see . When can I receive your confirmation ?
Not until you have paid 10 percent margin .
I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address .
Thank you . Bye .
How long have you had these problems ?
It has been going on for a while , but just started to get worse this morning .
I will send someone out to take a look at the problem . Will you be home this afternoon ?
Yes , I will be home this afternoon .
Fine . I will be there around two . If someone is not there , I will use my key to get in .
Oh , i nearly forget it .
You can put on your white shoes , it fits every occasion .
Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ' s difficult and boring .
It ' s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week .
But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ' t students want to have a good memory ?
Of course . I didn ' t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ?
Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first .
Oh , I know . Thank you .
You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees .
Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me .
Yes , sir . You're going to have a great time .
I'm afraid we have no more sole .
Then , I'll have this pork cute instead .
Certainly . Just a moment , sir .
Your bill was mailed already .
What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ?
If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office .
Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ?
If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake .
Thanks for everything .
Don't mention it . Call back if you have any more questions .
What are those ?
Do you mean the red things ? They are roses .
I'm going to take more pictures today .
Me , too .
I'll just go and check it for you , sir .
I'm not quite positive . I think I went out at about half pass nine .
Did you see anyone come into the block flats ?
No , I didn't .
Sure ?
Quite sure .
Is there a prize ?
I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio .
Do you think you have a chance ?
A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain . Everyone says my voice is beautiful .
But you haven't practised all that much .
I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag !
Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help .
Yeah , maybe .
Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily .
I will take ten .
Do you want to add some baby ' s breath for that ? They are equally popular now .
Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ?
Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge .
That's ok . Here is the address .
Forget it , there is no use crying over the spilled milk .
For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some " unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee .
But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science .
Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud . If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it .
For fun . It serves as a shared topic to them . While they claim to consult the predictions constantly and marvel at their " accuracy ' . they do not necessarily take them seriously . When it that these predictions are matched by their real-life experiences , they delight in spreading the thrill with friends . But if there isn't any correlation between reality and predictions , they just grin , forget about them , and go on living as usual .
For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly .
OK , I'll get to work on it at once .
Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ' s just not my day . Thanks anyway .
Do you have a club card or will it be cash ?
Yeah I got a club card . Here you go .
Will this be debit or credit ?
Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great .
Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day .
Western food or Chinese food ?
Chinese food .
Do you want an expensive meal ?
No , not too lavish .
How much would you like to spend for each person ?
What is the usual thing here ?
Forty to eighty RIB Yuan a plate .
Let's say sixty Yuan then .
OK . Is there anything special you'd like to have on the menu ?
We'd like to have typical Chinese food .
Anything you'd rather not have ?
No snakes , please .
How about drinks ?
Mao Tai and Qingdao Beer .
Well . Dinner for ten at sixty Yuan a plate , drink's extra , at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening . Is that all right ?
Right , thanks .
My pleasure , see you tomorrow evening .
See you then .
Well , I'm telling you now .
Yes , but you might have told me before .
I didn't think you'd be interested .
You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ?
Sorry , I didn't think it mattered .
Oh , you men ! You're all the same .
I just like the pier they have at Santa Monica .
I like the pier too , because it's beautiful at night .
Is Malibu beach nice ?
It's a lot nicer , and I really like it better .
So you want to go to Malibu ?
If that's okay with you .
Sure , let's go to Malibu .
You'll find our prices very favorable .
That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ?
Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis .
Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ?
Certainly . We can work them out for you .
I think i have bake potatoes . And i now have a ice tea with lemon on the side , please .
Good , and would you care for soup or salad to start with ?
I'd like cream onion soup please .
Will you have desert to be , madam ?
I want to skip desert . That all , thank you .
OK , I'll be with you in a moment .
Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ?
I havn't seen her for a while . She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her . He was seeing a girl form his office . One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately .
She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon .
Really ? They ' Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ?
I think it ' s 26th September . I ' ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night .
Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you .
He certainly looks interested , doesn ' t he ? Shall we invite him over to our table ?
Would you like to go to an activation with me ?
I'd like to . see you tomorrow .
See you .
I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ?
I need to take home some souvenirs !
Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs !
Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection .
If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything .
Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ?
No problem at all , sir . Housekeeping will deliver you all the amenities you like in a bit .
It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest .
I hope you will make us your best offer , CIF New York .
OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened .
I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left .
You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system .
It sounds so complicated !
No , not the really , don't worry about it , like I said there'll be a lot of people there doing the same thing that you are doing , so just follow the crowd , There's only one direction to go , so you won't get on the wrong train . Head north on the Yellow line , and you'll see Wudaokou in just a couple of stops .
No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me .
Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest .
Thank you very much .
When shall we go and look ?
Why not sometime next week ?
No , let's go on Saturday .
OK .
Where shall we go ?
There's a car dealer down the road . How about going there ?
No , I don't like that place . Why don't we try the garage Martin recommended ?
Fine , We'll do that .
Please pay ten yuan for the registration .
Here is my money .
This is your registration card . Please don ' t lose it and bring it whenever you come .
Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ?
Go down this way until you come to the drugstore . Make a left turn and it's just there .
That's all right .
Be careful . Don ' t drop it ! Don ' t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf .
There we are ! It ' s a lovely vase .
Those flowers are lovely , too .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From eleven thirty to 1 o ' clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
She is quite young and her hair is blond .
Is she strict ?
Not really . Her eyes are blue .
Can she speak Chinese ?
Not much . She is very tall and slim .
David , stop dreaming . It ' s time to do your homework .
Don't worry about that , Dave . Look , I have to see Vince now . Think about what I said .
Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake .
These look strange .
Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ?
OK , let's do the calculation .
We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage .
I see .
Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask !
Certainly .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
How do you want to spend your old age ?
In the same way , probably .
Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal .
Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ?
OK , I understand , but what else could we do ?
That's about all .
I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously .
Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems .
Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy .
True . But I think it is worth it . When you get old , you want to be healthy and active .
I'll put the song at the front of the list .
Good idea . I was thinking the same myself .
Tomorrow we'll go and pick out some curtains and paint .
I can agree to that .
Let me affirm this again - the first shipment of 1,000 cases , to be delivered in 27 days , by June 30 , and the second shipment of 2,000 cases by August 15 . Right ?
Right .
Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid .
You should very qualified .
Thank you . It has always been my dream to be a stewardess .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . I ' ll turn to it right away .
Well , then , how much do I owe you ?
That comes to H . K . $ 120 .
Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies .
Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done .
It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done , but thank you for a lovely dinner .
Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos .
You yourself have a photo studio ?
Yes , simple as it is . t does work .
Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today .
What ? Are you crazy ?
I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out .
Ew , Danny , gross !
By the way , what's your favorite weather ?
I love snowy , because it is very very romantic .
Look , is that Tom ?
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
You're right . If she walked into meeting with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top of that , she didn't seem to have any sense of people's personal space . She didn't keep enough distance between us during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we ' ll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we ' ll find someone eventually !
I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ?
Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas .
That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those .
Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ?
I would like it blended .
Would you like it with salt or no salt ?
I would like my margarita with no salt , thank you .
Good idea ! The pictures will illustrate the performance of our products vividly .
OK , I will prepare it right now .
A , do your best , it's very important .
Please trust me . I will finish it very well .
We still prefer French dressing .
Will you say it again ?
Who's your manager ? Tell me ! Would you ?
There's one at 7:10 p . m . and the next one is at 7:40 p . m .
Mmm , how much is a return ticket ?
If you get on before 4 p . m . or after 6 p . m . , there is a saver return which is 9 pounds . An ordinary return is 16 pounds .
An ordinary return , please .
Well , how long will it be ?
About half an hour .
That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten .
Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ?
No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday .
Do you want to make another appointment ?
Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ?
Yes , I'll make a note of that and ask Mr . Li to confirm .
Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers .
Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that .
That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ?
Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice .
Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye !
See you then .
My name is Monica Cellar .
OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then !
Thank you .
Well , I know a little Italian .
I think I ' m polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don ' t think you ' re shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well , yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I ' m not as shy as I think . Anyway , you ' re certainly not shy !
You ' re right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you ' ll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Www , man !
In the nineteenth century , working conditions were appalling , with workers being forced to work ten , twelve , and fourteen hours a day . Support for the eight-hour work day movement was growing rapidly , despite the indifference and hostility of many union leaders , and by April 1886 , 250,000 workers were involved in the May Day movement . Previous legislative attempts to improve working conditions had failed , so labor organizers took drastic measures . They passed a resolution stating that eight hours would constitute a legal day ' s work . And , on May First 1886 , the resolution took effect .
Cool ! Is that why we only work eight hours now ?
Yes ! But the happy ending came at a high price . On May third , 1886 , police fired into a crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper Works Factory , killing four and wounding many . A mass meeting was called for the next day to protest the brutality .
And then what happened ?
Well , as we say , the rest is history ...
Well , the air line lost my luggage on the return flight and then I lost my carry on bag when I was tackling with the officers in charge . I left the airport three hours later than I expected and then I was caught in a traffic jam . When I finally got home , I was totally exhausted . But I found the elevator was out of service due to a blackout .
This is really a sad story . Did they trace back your luggage ?
I am still waiting for their call .
Take it easy , all sufferings have their reward .
Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM .
OK , how about 1:30 PM ?
No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then .
How about 5:00 PM ?
That's fine .
OK , see you then .
Alright . Bye .
If it is not to your satisfaction , I ' ll certainly bring you another . But I ' m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes .
Yes , that ' s all right . Thank you very much .
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a regional manager .
It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ' s appetite . Westerners like to say , " bon appetite " before meals which is one way to suggest " mind your table manners . " Is there such an expression in Chinese ?
Yes . We say " eat well and drink well . "
Oh , yes . Madam , we'll come right away then . Your room number and your name , please ?
Our room number is 117 and my name is Terry Chen .
Thank you , would you hang up and wait ?
Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ?
A holiday , I hope ! No , really , we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques . We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer .
I understand . That ' s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city .
That ' s a good idea if you can find employment nearby .
I agree . That ' s why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine , or Wisconsin .
You have to pay $ 0 . 5 more .
Are you crying ?
Yes , I always cry at weddings .
Harris and Anne are perfect for each other .
Yes , they are .
You and Tom also make a great couple .
In fact , we are beginning to make preparations .
For the wedding ?
No , no , for the engagement .
Try to catch this bouquet then .
Sure we can . You know , we've been in this line for more than twenty years .
So , Ms . Thou , we're a newly-established company , but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America .
Good . We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details .
Sure .
Yes . Here it is .
Can you briefly tell me about one of your designs ?
Of course , I designed a more powerful gasoline engine , which greatly increased the speed of limousines .
Certainly , I'll be going .
What time am I supposed to pick you up ?
I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock .
OK .
It's over there . Have a good trip .
Thank you .
Of course I do !
Which class are you working on right now ?
I ' m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow .
Are you in Mrs . Green ' s class ?
Yes . Are you ?
Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow !
Do you want to study together ?
Sure . This library is too quiet though .
Do you want to go to an empty classroom ?
That sounds good .
OK . Let ' s go !
Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ?
Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it .
I see . Thanks a lot .
actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ?
to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me .
what kind of music do you prefer then ?
I like pop music . Do you ?
not really . I don't think pop music has much depth .
I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much .
how long have you been in to pop music , then ?
I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ?
not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all .
so , how did you become interested in it ?
well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started .
do you still play piano ?
yes , it's one of my hobbies .
Sightseeing .
And where will you be staying ?
At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing .
OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ?
Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase .
I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these .
Oh , that's too bad .
OK . I'll take this one .
You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ' s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small .
What else do you suggest ?
Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ' t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . Th
no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ?
come on , dear ! You forgot it , too .
you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these " big days " , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable .
is that your phone ?
oh , it's Jack . Excuse me .
wow ! good timing .
he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ?
come on ! three's a crowd !
so what ?
just go ! it's Valentine's Day !
Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ?
Your tent and enough food and water .
You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ?
We can go fishing , chatting and camping .
What are we waiting for ? Come on !
Don't hurry . Wait for my call .
I ' m being charged with a felony .
I can help you with that .
What is your price ?
I charge $ 150 an hour .
I can ' t afford that .
That ' s my rate .
That ' s expensive , but I need you .
I ' m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ' clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ?
Yes . That would be better .
Fine . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ?
You know , that is one of my favorites !
OK , I'll take one order of that .
You could choose another appetizer for half price to share .
Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings .
What's the difference between the two ?
It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap .
Let me see .
Which one is that ?
You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door .
Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good .
Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ?
What time ?
At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation .
That's good . See you on Friday .
That ' s $ 1825 .
We put $ 500 into the savings account , and $ 750 into our stock account .
$ 3075 . Our paychecks our $ 3300 , combined . That means we don ' t have any receipts for $ 225 .
Right .
We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ?
About 4 .
OK . Do you want us to bring something ?
No , just come here .
OK , see you later .
Bye .
I will . Do you think we can get something really nice and cheap ? I mean this is the last day .
I think so . They don't sell shoddy cloth for one thing .
Should we ask Cindy to come along ? She saw the evening gown made of silk last month that she wanted to buy very much . She didn't buy it of course . It would cost her three months ' salary .
She already bought that evening gown .
When ?
Yesterday . She wore that gown last night , and showed it off to everybody at Mr . Mile ' s party .
Oh ? Isn't that like her .
Hurry up , will you ? We ' ll have to go to the gas station first .
All right , all right . I am ready to go . Let's go !
I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down .
I guess so .
Once in a while .
It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful .
I hope I can practice self-control again .
It suits us fine . We ' ll see you then .
Thanks , goodbye .
OK . You have stayed for four nights at 90 US dollars each , and here are the meals that you had at the hotel . That makes a total of 660 US dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Of course . Please sign your name here .
I did that already , while I was waiting . Also , here's my card .
Thank you . And you require ...
800 RIB , please .
Please enter your personal code right here , on the key pad . And sign here , please .
OK ...
Thank you . Here's your card back and your money . Please double check it for me .
Yes , that's great . Thanks .
That sounds good . I ' ll call you once I arrive .
He's there in the room . He's very ill .
Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please .
Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are .
Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room .
( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor
He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover .
May I send food for him ?
No , outside food is not permitted .
Can I come round to see him tomorrow ?
Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward .
Yes . Thank you .
By the way , you can bring some flowers .
OK .
Don't worry about him .
When could I take care of him ?
Our nurse can take good care of him .
Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight .
And eggs ?
Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy .
How do you want to your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that ' s enough , thank you .
I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ?
As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now .
Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities .
Yeah . But he just didn ' t listen .
Bye !
No , there are only some vases .
They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do .
Have you got boxes for sale ?
Yes .
Is it all right this time ?
Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms .
OK .
Have you written down your return address ?
Yes , I have .
Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route .
Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately .
We will check with the parties concerned right away .
A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too .
What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ?
I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk .
Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ?
I don ' t understand . Maybe they feel they are okay and driving fast seems very cool .
How unlucky for Rikknen , and this race is over ladies and gentlemen , Alonso takes the checkered flag !
Go ahead . It will be safe with me .
Hi , Alice . How are you ?
Not bad . Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ' t go to see Mrs . Brown with you tomorrow morning . My mother is ill . I must take care of her .
I ' m sorry to hear that . You ' d better stay at home . After all , we can visit Mrs . Brown later
OK . Bye - bye .
Bye .
I think they only need a little trimming .
Can I use the clippers ?
No , don't use them , please .
Oh , all right , sir .
Would you trim off a bit more there , above the ear ?
Don't you think it needs a little taken off on top , too ?
I guess that would be better .
( Raising a lock ) About like this ?
No , not that much . Now , yes , that's fine .
Shave also , s ir ?
Yes .
How do you want your moustache trimmed ?
In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ?
That's good , thank you .
All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street .
Did you know that fashion is cyclical ?
What , it keeps coming back ?
Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again .
Flares ?
They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers .
It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes .
That's fine , but then you'll always look plain .
There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are .
Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go !
If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too .
Ok , you could borrow one of mine .
Thanks , how about the green and black one ?
No problem . Here it is .
Yes , about 46 square metres .
Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ?
Yes .
Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ?
They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time .
Very good idea . Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness .
Yes , that will be just as good .
Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ?
All right . Then I can do some shopping today before going back to my country .
Yeah , I ' ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies .
Can I stop by ?
Sure . Any time .
I don't know , I can't stand my job these days .
Cheer up , I hope you'll feel better soon .
PCC is perfectly fine for me .
You might as well stay here .
That ' s not a bad idea .
PCC is a wonderful institution .
You have a point .
So , what are you going to do ?
I ' m just going to keep going to PCC .
She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was " what's wrong with your voice ? "
Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to .
I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil .
Oh come on , it's not that bad .
No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off .
Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking .
That's the plan .
Good luck .
Back there against that wall .
Oh , I see it . Thanks for your help .
No problem .
If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years .
Really ? I ' ll take it then .
I'll dig out the Frisbee and my kite from Taiwan .
This one I'd better chat with the manager . Could you give me a second ?
So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ?
That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you .
Don't be silly ! I know how to use knives and forks .
I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ?
For nearly four years .
Well . You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay . At the moment , I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school .
Can I get you something , coffee , tea ?
No , I'm fine . Thank you .
But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian
Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ?
The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat .
Relly ? That's amazing .
Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly .
Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet .
Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try .
Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat .
Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet .
We'll see . Anyway , I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue . See you then !
I'm from Chicago .
We ' re in the same boat ! I ' Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now .
Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition !
Let ' s dine out tonight for a change !
Good idea !
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have six colors
The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ?
250 Yuan .
That's expensive .
What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel .
I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ?
Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in .
All right . How much is it ?
45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free .
Well , I'll take them .
Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ?
I thought that we could leave around 8
That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ?
That was part of my plan .
Well then , I'll see you on Saturday . Thanks for asking me to go with you .
I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later .
Um .. I don ' t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother .
Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him !
Who's this Eric guy ?
Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please !
No can do ... sorry .
Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ?
No way !
That ' s so unfair !
You too . Thanks for dropping in .
What do you mean ?
Realtors always get a commission . If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him .
But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles .
Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them .
I still think we should have a realtor . We're new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house . And also , the realtor will inspect the house . He can tell us if the house has any problems .
Of course we need a house inspector . But we can hire an inspector on our own . As for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us .
So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ?
It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper . Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads . Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them .
And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ?
Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves .
Why ?
That is because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher . He will have to pay a commission to the realtor .
Hmm . It all sounds very complicated .
It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time . That's why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome .
I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like .
All right . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drugstore .
Ok , tell me .
Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ...
And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time .
True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ...
Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad .
And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish .
At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad .
Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald .
Hmm , that is bad .
Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work !
Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ?
Next month .
So what are you responsible for ?
I'm going to manage the whole accounts department .
So you must get higher pay than before .
Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan .
1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ...
OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat .
Really ? Can I order anything I want ?
Of course . Let's go .
I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends .
Do you guys do anything special ?
In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe .
Sound like everything is great .
Isn ' t it really cold there ?
Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ' s a wet country , so there ' s snow almost everywhere in winter .
I ' Ve been to other Scandinavian countries , but not to Norway . Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there .
The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport
That's fine . let's go skating together tomorrow .
It is to your advantage to work as much as you can .
Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation .
I will be prepared to do my presentation .
Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ?
Everyone needs to be there .
That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ?
I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure .
OK . We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow . Have a good day !
Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important .
Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview .
The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company .
What else should I be thinking about ?
Be yourself and be honest . Simply answer the questions put to you .
Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too .
Listen , let's just wait until the police get here . Then we can decide whose fault this accident was .
Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried .
I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side . Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ?
Alright .
It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there .
Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital .
Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police .
Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time .
It really hurts .
Yes , maybe it does . But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ?
To hell with you . The accident was your fault .
I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone . Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ?
To hell with you .
I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings .
That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture .
I love this art exhibition !
So do I . Let ' s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ?
OK .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
Did you have a better price in mind ?
What about $ 800 ?
That ' s way too low .
I can ' t pay much more than that .
How about $ 900 a month ?
That would be fine .
Great . It was a pleasure doing business with you .
OK , let ' s go .
Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly .
Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming .
Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough .
Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong .
Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it .
Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart .
Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head .
Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ?
That's the way to go . Now , you are flying , my boy .
A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment , keep a check on the supplies in the store , and prepare the chemicals for experiments .
What sort of student do you regard yourself as ? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school ?
I suppose I'm a reasonable student . I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me .
What were your favorite subjects at school ?
Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school . I also enjoyed history .
Do you have any plans for further study ?
Well , I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College . I think I would really benefit from doing that .
Have you ever had a job before ?
Yes . I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner .
We have a lot of other applicants for this position . Why do you think that you deserve to get the job ?
Well , I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved . I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well .
I think I have asked you everything I wanted to . Thank you for coming along to the interview .
Thank you . When will I know if I am successful ?
We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week . Well . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Really ?
Yes , really .
How much do I owe ?
You owe $ 24 . 50 in late fees .
I don ' t have that much today .
I ' m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ' t be able to check out any more books .
I ' ll pay it as soon as possible .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
We also serve sandwiches and cakes .
Give me two pieces of cake .
Doing what ?
Working .
I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too .
What have you been doing ?
I've been working too .
Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me .
I am too .
Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather .
I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ?
I Believe I will . Look for me near the lake .
Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant .
Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ?
You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now .
I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ?
There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget .
Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too .
It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ?
I'll take care of the order .
OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ?
Don't forget about the dessert .
OK , then 50 Yuan for dessert . 500 Yuan all together .
sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too .
that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ?
that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there .
fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet .
you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ?
I don't think it's broken .
well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages !
fine . I'll go vacuum . Let me know if you need any other help .
I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible .
You should try it . It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too . What do you say ?
OK , but don't say I didn't warn you .
That was a pretty good shot , Mary .
Thanks . This is fun !
Let me help you with your serve .
No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before . Maybe I should learn to do something .
Of course , you can . All you need is a little help and a lot of practice .
Do you really think I can be a good player ?
Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ?
Yes . This has been fun .
And what is your destination ?
I'm going to Rockefeller Center .
I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ?
I want to leave as soon as possible .
Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir .
Thank you , I'm coming down now .
It won't be but a few seconds , sir .
Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ' Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business
Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood .
Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ' m really looking to settle down .
I see . Okay , well let ' s move on to discuss your education shall we ?
Sure .
my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids .
oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way .
yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night .
oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren .
but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not .
definitely .
you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness .
don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together .
I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child .
sure . You can fully enjoy your time together .
It ' s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products .
Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ?
Don ' t you know it ' s rude to ask a lady her age ?
Don ' t get me wrong ! It ' s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas !
Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ?
I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage .
Really ? That ' s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ?
Uh ... yeah .. of course !
You've got it , sir .
Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them .
I heard them warming up earlier . You're right .
It's good to have you in the group . We can always use a good baritone !
I started school recently .
Where are you going to school ?
I'm going to PCC .
How do you like it so far ?
I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now .
I wish you luck .
Thanks a lot .
Aisle , please .
Boarding time is ten 20am .
What ' s the gate number ?
Gate 29C . Have a nice flight .
a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood .
then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you .
I got you . Next time . I'll preface a toast with a statement like ' I can't drink any more ' and then drink anyway .
I got it from IKEA .
How much did it cost you ?
It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set .
Is the furniture sturdy ?
The furniture is built extremely well .
I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good .
Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic .
I disagree with you . They don ' t all wear the same clothes ; they ' re definitely not all blond ; they don ' t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ' t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ' t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ' t have anything to do with how they look !
Maybe I am just homesick . I know you ' re right . I just miss China , that ' s all .
Just a moment . I'll weigh it .
Yes , a dish of cream of wheat .
And eggs ?
Yes , bacon and eggs with buttered toast . I like my bacon very crisp .
How do you want your eggs ?
Fried , please .
Anything more , sir ?
No , that's enough . T hank you .
No , your daughter is great .
That's great news .
Your daughter is a wonderful student .
She isn't messing up in class ?
Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved .
Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well .
It is my pleasure to have her in my class .
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ?
Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control .
I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ?
The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ?
Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right .
Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well .
Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ?
Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately .
But I am not familiar with the members of the board .
Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number .
That's a good idea . All right , I ' ll withdraw and get down to it if you don't mind .
Partly , and he's also a hardworking man .
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking !
All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room .
That will be my pleasure .
No , He must be her fourth or fifth .
Doesn ' t Karen Marsh look old !
She does , doesn ' t she ! I read she ' s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty .
I ' m sure she is .
She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl .
That was a long time ago , wasn ' t it ?
Not that long ago ! I ' m not more than twenty-nine myself .
What's special with the service ?
You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that .
That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card .
Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now .
Oh , good . Then what is it ?
If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free .
May I have two of them ?
Sure . As many as you want .
Okay , then a third one for my husband too .
Well , do you have any suggestions ?
Let's see . How do you feel about playing bridge ?
It's OK with me , but we don't have any beer and things .
Well , shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over , and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff .
OK .
Yes , just the video .
May I see your library card ?
Here you go .
You have to take care of this video .
Oh , I will .
You will be fined if you damage it .
I understand . Thank you very much .
I hope not ! Oh , I see .
What is it ?
The batteries are worn down . I need replace them .
Where can we get batteries ?
All photography shops carry them .
OK . Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does .
I know . Don't remind me . I'm starting a new diet the day after tomorrow .
It's about time .
To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time .
And your statement should be clear and brief to the point .
Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic .
Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer .
Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic .
Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk .
In a word , any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening .
It has to ! I ' Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ' t know , but the school has a great success record .
Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too .
I ' ll pick up an application form for you at school tomorrow .
Your present job is something better . Why do you change ?
Well . How do you know ?
Sure . Please tell her that Andy called .
Okay . I'll give her the message .
Thanks .
Bye .
It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible .
Thank you .
if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats .
i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ?
not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its
that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ?
No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad .
can you train a rabbit to do things ?
you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet .
that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ?
not yet . She's pretty tame . I think she must be used to being around lots of different people .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
I knew he would win .
I didn ' t think he would .
He was the top candidate .
I figured people wouldn ' t vote for him because he ' s African American .
That just goes to show that America is finally turning over a new leaf .
You ' re absolutely right .
I ' m excited that Barack Obama is our President .
Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please .
Yes , Miss . Is that all right ?
Beautifully done .
And would you like a manicure ?
No , thanks . How much should I pay ?
One hundred yuan , please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
It's right next to it , on the right .
Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ?
I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now .
I really need to get some things before I leave .
Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day .
Can I take the subway to get there ?
Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab .
Won't that be expensive ?
No , from here I think it's only about 5 dollars .
That's OK . I'll have a glass of water .
A small glass , or a big one ?
Small please .
Here you are .
Thanks .
You're welcome .
Yes .
Why don ' t you try it on and see how you feel about it ?
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll try it on .
How does that feel ?
It feels very good .
You look wonderful .
Okay . I ' ll take it . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days .
Yeah , it looks like we ' re in for a long drive .
Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it .
All right .
Yes , please .
Fill out this form and we will send you a note when we get the book .
Thank you . What shall I do when I check out these books ?
Take the card , and fill in your name and library card number .
Thank you so much .
I ' Ve already tried some but it didn ' t help .
Well , it ' s necessary for you to see a doctor .
Yeah , I guess I should .
Well , you ' d better get some rest .
Thank you very much .
Bye .
My boss said I didn ' t have enough skills to do the job well .
What are you going to do ?
I ' m going to start taking classes at the local community college to try to improve my skills . Then I ' ll start looking for a new position .
If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US Embassy in Beijing .
How long will it take to go over all the procedures ?
From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well .
Thank you . I appreciate all your help .
You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions .
Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ?
Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises .
What kind of work are you doing now ?
I'm engaged in accounting .
What are your responsibilities in your present work ?
My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency .
Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ?
I think so .
Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ?
Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 .
What's the creditor's equity ?
The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities .
Yes , I think you ' re right !
Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out .
Oh . that's very nice of him .
Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you .
Yes , please .
Sorry , we don't give discounts .
In that case , I don't think I'll buy one here .
What would you consider your strengths ?
I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes .
What is your biggest weakness ?
I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged .
We have a position where that could work out well .
Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in .
OK .
Please put your luggage outside your room by eight . The bail-boy will pick them up .
Thank you .
Thank you very much . I hope you enjoy your stay .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting .
Ah ... very well , sir . I'll have them delivered this afternoon .
419 yuan .
It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ?
I'm afraid there isn't .
Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ?
You were right , Mr . Tim . Your colleagues do want know all about it .
I ' m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ?
I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority .
Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ?
No , I haven ' t hit my head .
I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests .
Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ?
I'll have a cup of tea .
Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ?
Actually , could I have some milk with that ?
Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ?
Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go .
What happened ?
I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up .
I'll go with you . Where is she ?
She's on the M40 , near Reading .
Is she alright ?
I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this .
Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go .
Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own .
Ok . Just call me if you need anything then .
I will . Thanks a lot .
I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ?
I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again .
Okay . Good night , sir .
So I can have a special place to hang out with friends , and also do some barbecuing on weekends .
That sounds cool . Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job ?
You ? Do you have a carpenter's license ?
Yes , of course . But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle .
Wow ! That's cool . So , let me give you some details about the deck I want .
Please go ahead , I am listening .
I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door .
Is your back door higher than the ground level ?
Yes , the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground .
Okay , then you need a deck with a guardrail .
I don't like things to be fancy .
Don't worry . I will build your deck with a simple but classic look .
Hmm , that's good . Can you use cedar or redwood to build it ?
Cedar is a good choice .
Well , let's take the measurements right now .
We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work .
How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close .
How much does it cost over there ?
Twilight rates are 21 dollars .
That's pretty good . Let's do it .
Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4
Make it 4
Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time .
Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then .
Aright . Have fun on Saturday .
Will do .
That's all right .
oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well .
oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here .
you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants
there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight .
well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way .
that would be wonderful . Thanks !
You can get a daily pass that will allow you to travel unlimited for the whole day for about 6 dollars . Otherwise , you can pay by trip , which is about 50 cents to 2 dollars each trip , depending on how far you go .
Is it easy to get lost ?
No , no ... . it's very hard to get lost . There are two lines , one that goes in a circle , the other that is straight . If you get lost , there are always subway attendants that can help you find your way .
You are quite right .
Of course I know . But there is too high a rate . Frankly speaking , the maximum discount we can make is 6 % .
That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ?
Three thousand dollars .
Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ?
He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city .
Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ?
No , but she gave me her friend's telephone number . I can call him and make an appointment .
Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum .
Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle .
Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it .
Great . Will that be cash or charge ?
Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show you the lid . It comes with the pan .
We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st .
Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st .
Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments .
Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 .
I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything .
Tom , this deal promises big returns for both sides . Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship .
Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky .
What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ?
No , this is the medicine for the stomach .
May I open one of those ? Let me taste it .
Yes , Sir , go ahead , here you are .
OK . Let's see . Give me a sheet .
Nine dollars and fifty cents .
Here you are .
Here's the receipt .
Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
Yes , we have . I ' Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ' d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it .
Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery .
I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles .
Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles .
Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ?
We normally export CFR .
What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis .
That can be discussed .
All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ?
What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel .
I'll be expecting you , then .
You see , that ' s what I ' m talking about , I can ' t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings .
Well he ' s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories .
Love stories ? More like one-night-stands .
Don ' t criticize Mario or else I ' ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours ; they ' re no saints .
My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ?
You ' re unbearable ; you can walk home , I ' m leaving .
Oh . Where do you work ?
New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ?
I'm a teacher .
What do you teach ?
I teach English .
Where ?
At a high school in New Jersey .
That's nice . How old are you ?
I'm 32 .
Eighty-five ? That's the best you can do ? I'll come back later ...
Well , you are right . Is there anything else ?
As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much .
Well , we have agreed on all the major points .
How about the mileage ?
6,000 miles , all highway mileage .
What do you mean 7B
Highway miles are not as bad as local miles . They do not hurt car as much .
Oh , why such a high mileage ?
The owner was commuting everyday crossing the state line .
Okay . Does this car have a warranty ?
One month .
How do I make sure I am not buying a junk ?
You'll check it out anyway you want . You can take it to a garage .
How much is it ?
$ 5,900 .
I'll have to think about it .
Leave your phone number , and I will give you a call if the price gets reduced .
Okay .
No , Ah ... single sellers .
Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problems .
Uh huh . How about a used car ? They've got good ones now .
It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get .
Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now . You'd feel so good driving a new car .
Let's look at them all . Have you got a paper there ?
Let me take this up with the Director and get back to you immediately .
Here it is , sir .
What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ?
I don't know what time it is .
It must be about 6 o'clock .
I have to go now . I don't want to be late .
You won't be late . It's still early .
Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too .
Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money .
Well , we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine .
I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare .
Not in a million years !
Well , don't worry . I ' ll take care of the business for you . Have fun !
Yes , I've always dream of having a big wedding .
But what do you say about that ?
I don't really enjoy big occasions , but I think I ' ll come round to the idea in the end , It only happens once in a lifetime .
Perhaps I'll agree with Mike . I couldn't stand a big wedding with many relatives and friends of my parents or my wife whom I'd never met before .
Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ' s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ?
It ' s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now .
Oh ! You mean she doesn ' t have to work now ? It ' s hard for young parents not to overreact , isn ' t it ?
I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day .
so are you enjoying your new job ?
it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great .
how do you like working in sales ?
I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster .
that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department .
yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman !
I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos !
how do you know her ?
she's my cousin .
why didn't you tell me about that before ?
I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting .
well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime .
that's a good idea . Let's discuss after work .
I think it's because of your bad habits !
I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot .
I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem .
I wasn't aware of that !
You should do better later .
Three o'clock is the only time we can come in .
Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ?
I'm sorry , but that's our only available time .
How about Saturday ?
We're completely open on Saturday .
Can you come over at 11
That'll be fine .
How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ?
Yes , they are different because they are printed by the Ministry of Finance in set amounts . Just 100 RIB , 500 RIB and 1,000 RIB , you cannot choose from many amounts , you see .
Well , why don ' t you come tomorrow ? I ' ll stop by your house on my way out .
I could try , but I can ' t say for sure if I ' ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ?
I ' ll give you a call around 6:00 and stop by around 6:30 .
O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ' ll be able to get up in time for a jog .
Great , I ' ll see you then .
See you .
Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume .
Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check . Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume .
Thank you .
Is there anything else I can help you with ?
Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ?
No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient .
Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ?
I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes . Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants .
I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful .
If you have any further questions , you can call any time .
Thank you .
Thank you . Goodbye .
When is it ?
At 8P M tomorrow night .
Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ?
Yes , that's a good idea .
Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment .
Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ?
Yes , that's right . You have a good memory .
I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 .
How long is the ride from here then ?
Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less . Is that okay ?
Yes , that'll be fine . How much is this going to cost ?
Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging .
Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ?
I can if you like .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
there's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have radar h
well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you as me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty .
I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need .
yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either .
I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ?
I want to come in on Wednesday .
I can fit you in on that day at 10
I would prefer Dr . Smith .
You can see the doctor of your choice then , and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time .
This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent .
Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ?
You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments .
I will go write a check right now .
Thank you . I will need a cashier ' s check or cash , please .
I have total faith in Obama as our President .
You do ?
Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf .
Our country really could use some work .
I believe that change has already begun .
I couldn ' t agree more .
I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country .
Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma .
You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy .
I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well .
Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all .
Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion .
I see . It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US .
Thanks a lot .
You ' re welcome . I ' ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 .
I ' ll see you then . Good bye .
I ' d like to hear about this apartment .
First of all , it ' s absolutely gorgeous .
What is the rent each month ?
It ' s only $ 725 a month .
That ' s amazing . The rent is very cheap .
I know it is .
It ' s a good thing that you read that ad today .
Not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
Maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
Is that your new bicycle ?
Yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
It's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
Nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
Well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
That's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
Is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
It's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
You need an appointment .
I would like to do that right now , if I could .
Is Friday good for you ?
That's perfect .
Okay , so Friday at what time ?
The morning would be nice .
All right . Come in on Friday at 11
And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise . My father is over 60 years old , and he lifts weights every day .
Ok . Well , go to www . google . com , and type in Normandy Landing .
Oh , wow ! There are lot of sites .
Here , try this one . It's a good site about Normandy Landing .
Thanks .
For detailed information , however , you should read a history book .
Thanks . If I am interested , I'll go to the library .
I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service .
Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ?
Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed .
This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again !
I'm sorry , sir . Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters .
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Yes , that's right .
I see from the computer that you are a frequent guest here . Do you have your loyalty card ?
Yes , here you are . And here's my credit card , too .
Thank you . Right , your room number is 105 . Here's your key and receipt . Thank you for choosing our hotel again , sir .
Thank you , goodbye .
Goodbye .
By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip .
Yes , I get it .
OK , it's no anything . Do what you should do .
unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university .
what happened to him then ?
not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 .
did they take his license away ?
no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now .
what do you think will happen to him ?
well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail .
that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ?
not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one .
my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him .
that'd be great ! I know he'd appreciate your help .
Fine . Have a nice stay here .
No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus .
The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school .
My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way .
That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone . Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand .
OK !
What is the fare ?
It's 14 . 5 Yuan .
Keep the change !
Thanks , Ma'am .
Where do you want to go ?
I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant .
What kind of Italian food do you like ?
I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ?
No , I don't , but I like pizza .
This will be fine , thanks .
( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order .
Thank you .
Well , it was definitely worth all the time .
Let's just hope my teacher agrees .
I don't think so actually . She never even says " hello " to me .
From November 21st for 4 nights .
Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ?
It's for myself .
May I have your name and phone number , please ?
Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 .
Thank you , sir . I will cancel Mr . White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights . We look forward to another chance to serve you .
Well , I just hope it'll level off .
I guess you can ' t do anything until after dark then .
I guess so . What else can we do ? You can ' t stay in the heat for long .
Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that .
What did she say ?
She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents .
Give her up .
Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock .
What did you say to him ?
I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ' t telephone my daughter again !
Did he telephone again ?
No , he didn't !
I need a room with two double beds .
Smoking or non-smoking ?
Non .
How many nights will you be staying ?
Six nights .
Ok . I just need your name and credit card number to hold the room .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Well , at least going to college won't be too bad . Since both of your parents are college professors , they must give you reduced tuition at the college .
They do , but it doesn't help too much . Having seven children means that the money situation in my home is always pretty tight .
That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right .
Ok , I would like to check out these books .
Do you have a library card ?
No . How do I get one ?
I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state .
Here you go .
So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book .
Ok , thanks !
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single ticket or return ticket ?
Single . What's the fare , PLS ?
Economy fare for single ticket from Beijing to Shanghai is 500 yuan .
I see . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes , your seat is confirmed on that flight . Pls arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
Thank you .
I don't want to mark my table , of course .
Well , will you please put them down ?
I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early .
I forgot something on the table .
Oh , you've got a good memory .
I learned back in high school .
Oh , so you took an art class ?
Yeah , I loved that art class .
I see that you're pretty talented .
Thank you very much .
I wish I had a talent like that .
I'm sure you have a talent . It's just hidden .
Where are you from ?
I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes .
Did your house ever get damaged from the winds ?
Most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room .
Wow , that must have really been scary .
Actually , some of my fon best memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass .
Have you ever experiences a flood ?
No , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car !
That sure didn't last long !
OK , that sounds fine . I think 200 USD worth of RIB should be plenty , thanks .
A 15 - inch Pro model is $ 2,100 plus tax .
That sounds like a great price . I'll take one .
This is a gift she'll cherish for years . How do you want to pay ?
I'll use my VISA .
We're almost through . Just sign here , please .
Just take it home and plug it in ?
She'll be online 20 minutes after she opens the box .
She's going to be so pleased with this .
Remember us for all your computer needs .
Then you'll have to take a bus and get off at the Central Railway Station .
Can you show me where the Central Railway Station is on this map ?
OK .
You know what , I think I know who my admirer is .
You do ? Who ?
You ' re welcome .
Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine .
Well , it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself .
So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ?
My mind is made up .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do .
Let ' s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer .
I will contact the sellers with your current offer .
Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ?
Usually the response to the second offer moves along a bit more quickly than the first one .
And it ' s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price .
Great , is it a two bedroom house ?
No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ' s a two-car garage .
That ' s a nice area too . It ' ll be a good investment for you .
Yeas , when will you buy a house ?
Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding .
Right , congratulations .
Thank you .
yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ?
not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck .
well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ?
Mrs . Thou ?
yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look .
great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days !
I'll ask Mrs . Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know . Has your number changed ?
You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish .
Do we have a 401K ?
We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service .
What type of professional development do you offer ?
We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment .
Where do I sign up for my benefits package ?
Down the hall . I'll show you when the interview is over .
Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight .
They're probably going to be so happy .
I think so . It's turning out to be a great day .
That ' s right , sir . Three nights at 500 dollars a night ... that comes to $ 1,500 .
But your brochure said that this was a package deal and the hotel ' s services were all-inclusive .
Yes , of course . The meals and excursions were included in the hotel price .
But why are you overcharging me almost a thousand dollars ? 250 dollars a night , times three nights should just be $ 750 .
I ' m sorry sir . The 250 - dollar rate is based on double occupancy . That means it ' s 250 per person . The room itself is 500 dollars a night .
Perhaps I could talk to your manager ?
Of course . Just a minute ; I ' ll get her .
C'mon . Just don't move .
I'm bleeding too much .
We don't have a decent First Aid Kit , do we ?
Yes . My bike has one under the seat . Get it , quick !
There's some tape , iodine , and cloth bandages . I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding . What we need is a tourniquet .
Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm , then twist . That will work as a tourniquet . After that , you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound .
Good plan . Let me put some iodine on the cut .
No , forget that ! Do the tourniquet first . I'm losing too much blood .
Alright , alright . How did you cut this so bad ?
I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed . What do you think ? Damn , it hurts !
We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike .
I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour . There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out .
Yes , I almost slid too . Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ?
Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped . Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk .
Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop .
There . Stop !
Okay . Check you later .
Why not have a visit to the zoo ?
OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ?
Let me check . Yes . Your one thousand remittance , please .
Here you are . What is the rate ?
This rate is one percent . That will be 10 Yuan .
OK , when will this remittance arrive ?
Generally it will arrive within a week .
That's good . Is there anything else ?
No . That's all . You have to take good care of this copy of this transfer order .
Thanks , I will .
You needn't buy one . You can have mine .
That's very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don't mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don't be silly , John . I'm going with you . It's necessary for me to have a holiday too .
You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English .
That's why you should go there , If you don't dare to speak English owing to the fact that you are afraid of making mistakes , you simply will never learn English .
OK , give me two pairs in white .
Anything else ?
No . That ' s all .
He'll come out with surprises . Just wait and see . Look at that woman , with the white chiffon !
She's chic , isn't she ?
Yes . I like the dress . It must be the latest fashion . Look , the hem has lowered , and the waist narrowed .
It makes me feel rather shabby . That woman has a good taste in dressing , I would say .
Yes . She dressed with an individual flair . I rather envy her .
Most women follow fashion like sheep . They don't know any better than imitate .
I quite agree with you . See the woman there ? I dare say she hasn't got any eyes . How could she match the mauve gown with the green handbag ? And all that jewelry !
The gown is quite expensive , believe me .
So what ? It only makes her look cheap and vulgar .
You know those upstarts . They're all show-offs ! I think I'd better have a diet ; otherwise I'd look like a ballon soon .
You're quite slim . In fact , if you were one of those starlets , the movie company would say you have a fabulous figure .
Thanks . I'm flattered .
Oh , my shoes pinch me . Let's find a seat and sit a while .
Yes , that's right .
I just need to see some identification before I hand over the cash .
Here's my passport . Is that OK ?
No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first .
Wow , your English is really fluent now .
Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too .
Yeah , but I was born here ! !
No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ?
I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center .
What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ?
I'm ready to go right now .
I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir .
Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs .
You'll enjoy our new , clean taxis , sir .
Carlsborg .
Yes , sir . Is there anything else you want , sir ?
No , thanks .
May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ?
Yes , two of us .
Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ?
Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 .
So , that's one " Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style " , one " Fruit Salad " and two bottles of Carlsborg beer . We'll send them to your room in 20 minutes .
I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ?
I just started working here .
I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ?
I'd like to , but I am very busy .
I'll make sure that management keeps you in mind for special projects in the future . Thanks for the help !
You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it .
I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade .
If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it .
Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address .
You ' d better double-and-triple check it . You don ' t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot .
I ' ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview .
Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ?
Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic .
I ' m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference .
Sorry , you ' re not on it . I don ' t think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing !
The same to you . Keep in touch .
You fill in the hours and total them for the week . Have you ever used a 24 hour clock ?
What ? Huh ?
So after you noted the hours , starting at zero which is midnight , you just write down the minutes as a dot followed by minutes . Get it ?
Huh ? What ?
Just make sure you show your total , sign it , and turn it in .
I thought you said this was easy .
You are a quick learner . I don't think you'll have any trouble with this .
Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ?
Okay . What about this one ?
( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ?
You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there .
OK . Thank you .
Chinese food .
May I have your name , sir , please ?
Please book it under the name of Mr . Peter .
So it's Mr . Peter , a table for six for the evening of the next Monday . It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30 .
That's right .
Thank you for calling us . We'll be expecting you next Monday .
No , the damage is minor .
And when will it be OK ?
4:00 p . m ..
OK . Thank you .
But I just want to give her some tips .
Oh , she can make her own decisions .
Because I won't let it fail .
But what about tomorrow ? What if Stars . com decides to go with WebTracker , and not us ?
It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it . Now do you have any racket covers ?
This cover comes with the racket .
How much does it come up to ?
The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan .
Do you accept credit cards ?
Sure . If you'll just wait here , I'll be right with you in a minute .
I have studied carefully the information about your company on the internet and I have checked your company ' s homepage . I am impressed by the company . And I like the products a lot . Since you ' re growing steadily , I would be very eager to help you to improve your accounting system .
How do you work with a team ?
I work quite well with a team . I ' m a good team player . I respect people , cooperate well with member ' s team . And I will do my best to help team members .
What ' s your long term goal ?
I ' d like to bring to ABC Company not only my technical skills , ambition , enthusiasm , but also my loyalty . A sincere desire to become an administrative assistant is the heart of my career plans .
Do you have your member card with you ?
Nope , I do not have a membership yet .
Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it .
That is so nice of you . If I like the service and the training equipment , I think I well join the club .
Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat .
You seem to have a cold . I'll give your an injection and let me write down your prescription .
The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in .
It won't go in !
Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work .
Yes , next step .
Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable .
They're totally unreliable .
You seem to have it down . Have a good day !
that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ?
yes . What about you ?
I'm in the middle seat .
oh , I guess I'll let you through then .
thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again .
that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ?
no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ?
I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away .
I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours .
thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ?
that would be great . thanks .
That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money !
I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ?
I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home .
Definitely . Oh , there's Mr . Campbell . Driver , can you stop here please ?
You mean the man wearing jeans ? He ' s her little brother .
You may just need stitches . I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER . Let me make a quick phone call .
I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk .
Oh , sorry ! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood . I'll be right there .
Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ?
Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ?
Cash , please . Here is the money .
I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan .
OK . Thank you . Bye-bye .
Bye .
Thank you for you help .
Well , I'll be back in a minute .
Have I got high fever ?
Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ?
Yes , I have .
Now , Let me have a look at you . I ' d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ' s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A .
ah .
Yes , It does look a bit sore . Let ' s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests .
All right , thanks .
The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection .
What shall I do today ?
I ' m giving you some antibiotic and aspirin . Taking aspirin when you ' Ve got a fever and take one antibiotic until four hours and go home lie in bed for two days . Take some water then you feel better .
With pleasure . Get in .
Thanks a lot !
Oops ! It's the landlord . I guess the tables have turned now . We're the noisy neighbors . Turn it down !
Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment .
I hope you'll try to get them to step up production .
As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production .
If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said .
I am sorry .
What's your last word as to the date then ?
I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise .
All right . I'll take you at your word .
Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep .
I promise .
Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made .
Well , I hope scientists don ' t decode to make a clone of me in the future ! I wouldn ' t like to be the subject of an experiment .
Yes , I have a three-year-old son .
You're a good dancer .
Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ?
Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance .
OK . Let's get something to drink .
Good idea .
One of the back ones .
Let me see ... We can see you this afternoon if you can come in at four thirty .
That'll be fine for now , thank you .
Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food .
Excuse me . I'm ready to order .
What would you like ?
Let me have the baby-back ribs .
Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ?
That will be it for now .
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected to each other so that there would be one large open space for people to spend time with each other .
How many bathrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
How would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would be kept in closets .
How many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
Unless they're united , very little ...
Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you .
Thanks . I had learned so much from you and our colleagues .
Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you .
We also hope to expand our business with you .
This is our common desire .
I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade .
Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it .
Right . Seeing is believing .
Sure .
Yes . Will it hurt us ?
I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map .
OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem .
I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know .
You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree .
Well , it is a birch tree . It is not as old as you think .
How do you know ?
Because its trunk is not thick enough to be like a thousand-year-old tree .
Count me out . I can do without shills and snipers and turbo-bidders .
Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep .
I'm sorry about this .
Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration .
You can rest assured that we won't disturb others anymore .
It cost about thirty . Most games cost about that much .
Mechwarrior is such a good game . The graphics are awesome !
Oh , I know what you mean . I'm addicted to that game .
My roommate always wants to play it . But I told her to buy her own game .
Yeah , my roommate likes to watch me play . He says it's like watching a movie .
I've never seen such good graphics .
And I've never heard such good sound in a game .
Trust me . I'm going to wake up .
You have a lot to get done this morning .
I already know , and I'll take care of all that when I wake up .
I want you to be on time for school today .
I'll make it to school on time . Don't worry .
Okay , I'll let you sleep for a little while longer .
I really appreciate that .
That's quite a compliment coming from you .
Sure .
Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals .
Is that the method you use here ?
No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products .
How do you do that ?
By melting it down and then reforming it . Our main products are bin liners for kitchen bins and carrier bags for supermarkets .
I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take .
I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other .
That will be great .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ' s right .
My working hours aren ' t fixed , sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift . In all , about 8 hours .
That ' s rather hard .
But it matches my major .
How will you get your pay ?
My wage depends on production results .
What sort of welfare facilities does your company provide ?
The company provides labor insurance for all employees , as well as fine retirement policy .
Is there a union ?
There is the company union , but it really shares the same aims as the management .
So you must consider dearly before you go to work .
I will .
Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch .
Ok . Who should I report to ?
Mr . White , too .
I ' Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ' s side and 10 cousins on my dad ' s side .
are you very close to your first-cousins ?
the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ' m older , I don ' t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ' t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones .
I see . who ' s the head of your household ?
it ' s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family .
that ' s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ?
at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ' Ve been married for a few years , she ' s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother .
that ' s pretty much how you feel about your step-mother . Like grandmother , like grandson .
Right , so the deposit , if I don't draw on it will be blocked after you get the Deposit Certification ?
That's right . I know we have a complex system , but you have caught on so quickly .
I was a runner-a long-distance runner .
And now ?
No . I'm afraid I haven't had time since I got married .
Well , thank you again for coming to see us . But just remember that we like people who join the company to play in the company sports teams .
Certainly , sir .
No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ?
Thanks , a coke , PLS .
About 300 a month .
Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month .
How big is it ?
It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom .
Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible .
Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one . It's opposite the park .
How much is it ?
It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area .
What's it like ?
Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ?
Of course , Sir .
That's right . We got the assignment last week .
When is it due ?
Next Monday .
Remind me never to sign up for that course .
You should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ' s seat !
Very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ?
I can ' t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ?
How ' s that ?
That ' s better . Now what ?
Check your petrol situation .
The tank is almost empty . I guess I ' ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up .
That ' s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway .
I got it . Don ' t worry . I ' ll get you there in one piece .
Remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies !
Why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on ?
I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure .
Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job .
I ' Ve received some special training in typing , shorthand and operating a fax machine , etc .. I ' m experienced in IBM-PC . I can operate familiarly a word-processor , a fax machine , a photo and other office equipment .
No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed .
Well , how much are they ?
Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard .
Where do they grow mangoes ?
The ones that are on sale are from Central America .
But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ?
The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options .
Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up .
This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable .
Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more .
This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it .
Forget it . I don't want to inflict any more pain on myself . In a little while I'll go and buy some more painkillers and take a nap .
OK .
Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years . What were you responsible for ?
I was responsible for sales .
Have you received any honorable title personally ?
Yes , I was twice singled out as an ' Advanced Worker ' .
Well , considering your qualifications , we believe you would be a suitable candidate .
I really wish I went to the game .
It was the best game ever .
So tell me the final score .
The other team lost by three points , 101-98 .
It must've been a close game .
It really was . You should've gone .
Hopefully , I'll make it to the next one .
Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ?
Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already .
Sounds like you've done your homework . I think you're ready for this .
Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know .
I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore .
That sounds crazy . But they can't just change their mind about things like that .
Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat .
I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around .
We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos .
Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ?
I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way .
Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ?
I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth .
You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country !
Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society .
Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester .
Yes , I remember .
Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ?
Sure , no problem .
Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester !
Sadly , I hardly ever speak to English people . I usually practice with my Chinese friends .
You think so ? Let ' s take a chance !
It's nice of you to say so .
They sum my skills and experience . I ' d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month .
That sounds reasonable .
Do I have paid vacation ?
Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager .
Friday is great .
It's settled then .
You did mess up on something .
What was that ?
Your parallel parking isn't all that great .
Yeah , that's pretty hard for me .
You just need a little more practice .
I know , but I still get my license , right ?
You got it .
One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file .
You can
I feel your pain , sir .
Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves .
I agree with you , sir , but all I do is work here .
No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags .
Wait a moment . And you can check where other sales are .
Well , congratulations .
Thank you .
I'm so happy for you .
Really ?
Yes . You really deserved this .
You think so ?
Yes . Good for you .
The biggest city ? The biggest city is Sydney , then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth . But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia . And Perth is on the west coast , but sort of of out there by itself .
OK . Um , if you had to live in one place where would you live ?
I like Brisbane . I had my teenage years in Brisbane , growing up in Brisbane , um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city , but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine .
Oh , nice . Actually , what is the capital city of Australia ?
Ah , Canberra is the capital city . But is not the biggest city . Sydney is the biggest city . Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded . It's a separate territory .
But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties .
YOU GET ME !
All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave .
Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow .
It's all or nothing .
Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security .
Is that all ?
Yeah , I think so . It is very simple .
I see . Thank you very much .
We can cover ourselves with beer ! That way if they bite us , they ' ll get drunk and fall asleep .
That ' s without a doubt , the best idea you ' Ve had ! Let ' s do it !
Run ! They are thirsty for more !
Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now .
Thanks for your help !
Thank you for you help .
Will you need a wake up call , sir ?
Yes please . At 6 . 30 am .
Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6 . 30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay .
Thank you .
That's for sure . You know , I had the greatest time ever .
Since last night .
Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan .
Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ?
Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right .
Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
I really do hate public transportation .
I agree , it's just never on time .
That's right .
I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather .
Oh , that's the worst .
We need to get a car .
I completely agree with that .
It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think .
Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much .
You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow .
Thank you . The same to you .
Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know .
I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct .
What a good goal !
No , thank you . I think I can handle it .
Well , if you change your mind , let me know .
I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you .
No problem .
I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ?
Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ' ll be happy to get them for you .
Thanks . That would be very helpful .
Anything for you . Seriously , I don ' t mind helping .
OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company .
Yes , it is . Thank you very much .
But it went by fast . It was interesting .
I liked it .
I'll give you a speech like that , too .
Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ?
Of course .
I think only the family will be there .
You have lots of friends . They will be there , too !
Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people .
I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals .
What about the costumes ?
We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe .
Try something new . We can find a supporting agency .
Great idea . There is a travel agency nearby who would love to be our sponsor . It's a perfect chance for them to promote ethnic tourism .
That ' s great news .
In my opinion she will up about soon .
That ' s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor .
I believe it . Well , I ' Ve got to go back in .
Thanks for helping her , doctor .
All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee .
Thanks . I will .
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ' t have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ' t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn ' t anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ' t that dumb after all .
That ' s not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him .
What for ?
Lots of people especially seniors like to go to church , and attend the evening service .
But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl .
I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save . When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything .
I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth .
What are we going to do now ?
I don't know . I feel like going out .
I wonder how much of the city is down .
It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer .
Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed . And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do .
Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework . This is a bad time for this to happen .
I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can .
I don't agree with someone else's opinion if I think he's wrong , but when I understand his thinking and see he has some good ideas , then I'm very happy to go along with him .
It wasn't always like this , you know .
What do you mean ?
Well , I mean . We always do the same thing . There ' s no variety in our lives .
You need a holiday . That ' s what's the matter .
Certainly , perhaps .
Go to www . yahoo . com and click on Travel and tickets . There are about a billion sites to look at .
Ok , thanks . I'll let you know what I find .
All right .
I ' ll look for a ticket for you , too . Thanks !
Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home .
We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ?
I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us .
I don ' t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ' m fine .
No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ' s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans .
Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? !
what else ?
since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us
sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ?
that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year .
perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first .
wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it .
OK , I'll take it .
My feelings are mixed on the issue too . By helping you I ' m losing a valuable and trusted employee . However I think you are taking a step in the right direction .
No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big .
Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games .
Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine .
Oh , I've heard a lot about the Chinese herbal medicine . I believe it will work .
You hit the nail right on the head .
Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ?
What is it ?
It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English .
Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ?
How about this sunday ?
Ok , cool .
Good . I'll give you a call tonight .
No problem .
Bye .
How much is it ?
It's only thirty yuan .
It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too .
I'll go together with you .
We sing " Happy Birthday " at the party and have birthday cakes .
Do you know when people began to sing the song " Happy Birthday " ?
Well , I don't know .
Let me tell you the story . In 1892 , Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called ' Good Morning to you ' . But later someone added the words ' Happy Birthday ' to their tune .
So the ' Happy Birthday ' song has been popular since then ?
Yes , actually , the song has been sung since its publication in 1932 . People all over the world have sung it in many different languages .
I can't remember , but it's the second light .
By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ?
I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up .
Thanks a lot .
I downloaded it so that I didn't have to remember to return it .
I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently .
Did you take TOEFL or GRE ?
Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE .
When did you begin to learn English ?
I started to learn English when I was in primary school .
Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ?
The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe the amount of English I know is sufficient to work in a South Korea firm .
No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door .
And the gym hours are ?
Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes .
One more question , Do you have a trainer ?
We might be getting one in the near future . But at the present time , no .
Have you visited it before ?
Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting .
Like what ?
It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between .
Sounds marvelous .
You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain .
Great . I will prepare some clothes and food for the climbing .
I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ?
Mary and I will be driving the van .
Could you drop it off on Sunday night ?
Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ?
Yes , that would be fine . Just make sure that everything is returned by Sunday night .
Well , it's started raining since then . Look out the window ! It's pouring rain out there !
Well , I guess we'd better grab our umbrellas then , as well .
Have a look outside for me . Does that look like hail to you ?
It does , actually . Maybe we should wait for it to clear up before we go shopping .
That's a good idea . But maybe we should move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it .
Ok . I'll go move the car if you turn the heat on . It's a bit chilly in here .
How long do you think this hailstorm is supposed to last ?
I don't know . The weatherman didn't say anything about this in his weather report last night .
Maybe we should turn on the news in case it's supposed to get worse .
I don't think we have anything to worry about . Do you want to put on a cup of tea as well ?
Good idea . That will help us to warm up .
If I'm not back in ten minutes , come and find me .
Alright . I'll have a cup of tea waiting for you .
go on , read it out loud .
ok . It says , " Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "
when did you send her a letter ?
just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often .
I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on .
ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk .
that's fine with me .
oh . It's actually all rather personal .
well , skip over all of that and read me the rest .
ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... " Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "
are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ?
didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June .
oh , I guess I missed that .
men !
Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ?
Not really , I am familiar with this area .
Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ?
I like to stick to the clean stuff , like vodka , gin , white rum and other clear spirits .
You don't have to do that ...
I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste .
Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ?
Great . I'll bring the food .
My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ?
I'm a back-packer from America .
What is a back-packer ?
It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world .
Cool . You must have been to a lot of places .
Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places .
So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up .
You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier .
I'll try my best .
That's fine . I can make it .
Well , there's our computer lab on the first floor .
That sounds good . What's the charge ?
The lab and the computers are no charge , but you have to pay for whatever you print .
That sounds good . Now , how about the other alternatives ?
Of course . Our lobby is set up for wireless , so just bring your computer down here .
Use my laptop in the lobby ? That's great ! Now , if I need to print something there ?
They plan to install a printer here . But until then , you'll have to use the lab .
Do you know what kind of snack that you want ?
I'm not exactly sure .
Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ?
I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make .
A PB & J is pretty easy to make .
I'm going to do that .
Knock yourself out .
Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and I had to wait for half an hour at the bus stop
Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 .
But number 13 buses leave from the centre of town . You'll have to walk two miles to catch one .
Of course .
And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ?
I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise .
But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ?
Yes . But only if you ask me nicely .
Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please !
Ok . I'll keep my promise .
Let me know if I can help .
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
I'm not used to other brands .
You can have a try . Maybe you will like it .
OK . I hope so .
Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ?
Certainly . Who are you calling ?
It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters .
And what's the number you are calling ?
It's London , 9981-6432 .
And your name and number ?
My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 .
Hang up and I'll call you back in a few minutes .
As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system .
That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess .
It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet . Your customers won't even notice them .
So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars .
Yes , that's for the units . Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars . But it depends on the time spent , of course .
You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised .
No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included . The price I quoted was just for the units .
In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell . They don't charge extra .
I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs . Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately .
Yes , I suppose I should get used to it . But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this . We haven't even opened yet .
I understand , Ma'am .
And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars .
It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens . If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years .
I will tell you what I can agree to . If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept .
Well .
You do seem like a better company than the other one . So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 .
Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this . We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business .
Good . I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible .
You may rest assured that shipment will be effected within the time limits stipulated in the contract . But there is also one point I ' d like to stress .
Yes ?
Your LC must be opened at least onemonth before the time shipment , otherwise we won't be able to catch the ship .
No problem . I ' ll have the covering LC opened as soon as I wetback . In addition , would you tell me by whom the commodity inspection is conducted before shipment ?
The goods will be inspected by the China Import & Export Commodity Inspection Bureau . It will then issue certificate of quality and a certificate of weight . These will be taken as final and biding .
Please remember to use both English and Chinese versions and both versions should be equally valid .
Naturally . Each of us keeps one original and two copies .
Then I ' ll come along three days later to put my signature on it .
Good .
OK , we promise to do it well .
RIB deposit .
Is it your first time to make a deposit here ?
Yes .
The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ?
Six months .
Fill in this slip in ink , please .
Here you are .
All right . Just a moment , please .
Thank you .
We ' ll see .
Thank you for understanding . I promise I ' ll make it up to you .
Not so well . I've come down with the flu .
I'm sorry to hear that . Take care of yourself .
It's really great to see you again . How about a drink tonight ?
Sounds wonderful . When shall we make it ?
How about seven ?
OK .
I'll pick you up .
Thank you .
Is she really ?
Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband .
Really ? Quite a woman , isn ' t she ?
That's fine . But you have to pay another $ 10 .
Not really . I watched television for an hour .
What was on television last night ?
Boxing . It was excellent .
Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too . What a pity I missed it last night !
What did you do last night ?
I went to a boxing match in the sports stadium .
No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt .
How much does it cost ?
Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether .
All right . When can I get it ?
In two weeks .
Thank you .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
Yes , it is the best of our hotel .
Really ? Let me have a try .
Thank you . Just a moment , please .
What about the afternoon ?
At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ' clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC .
I'll start dinner at 6:00 .
Okay . I think I'll be awake by then .
If not , your nose will wake you up .
You mean I will smell the food cooking ?
You might even dream about dinner .
I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired .
Have a nice nap .
Oh , listen , I can ' t even remember . Ok , on my birthday , I wandered into over 30 rooms , for a joke , sort of and he was there , and we started chatting ...
About what ?
Oh , books , and music , how much we both love New York . Harmless , harmless , meaningless . Bouquets of sharpened pencils . Oh .
Excuse me ?
Forget it . We don ' t talk about anything personal , so I don ' t know his name or what he does or where he lives exactly . So it ' ll be really easy for me to stop seeing him , because I ' m not ...
This could become a very expensive trip to be beauty parlour !
I think it ' s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ' t you agree ?
Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress .
Maybe we should try a thai massage too .
What ' s special about a thai massage ?
That ' s when the masseuse walk on your back and massage you with her feet .
Sounds painful !
So how long did you stay ?
I left after the opening dance . I couldn't wait to get out of there .
What are you going to buy ?
Let's check out the fruit section first .
OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet .
Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some .
I'll take some , too .
Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets .
OK . I'll go and buy some cakes .
Do you want to buy something else ?
No . Let's go over to the check-out stand .
You'll get used to it gradually .
Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ?
Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months .
Three months ? Incredible !
I expect to work hard , madam .
Do you mind going on frequent business traps ?
No , I enjoy travelling .
I ' Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ?
We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test .
I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ?
I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count .
I am expecting the tests to go well . I have been taking good care of myself .
Really ? Who will play ?
The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it .
That's cool . I'll watch it .
Who do you think will win ?
There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win .
I think so .
I'm sure it will .
What an amazing goal !
Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
We did . On hot days , we'd take a blanket and lay in the back of dad's old pickup to watch the movie .
Why don't we do that anymore ?
Well , the weather might have some influence , during bad weather the theater didn't make a whole lot .
Maybe so . But I'm fast learner and I'm willing to work overtime to learn the business .
I'm sure you are .
I must to ask you to reconsider your decision and give me a chance .
Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus .
Do you have any idea how much that would cost ?
I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ' s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ' t get anything done .
You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ' d save .
I ' Ve got to think it over some more .
I hope you will have second thoughts .
Did she ? That ' s great . However , if we have too many children , that will have a bad effect on the enviroment .
How ' s your son these days ?
Oh , he ' s fine . Kids seem to grow up very quickly nowadays .
He ' ll be a teenager before you know it ! Teenagers are often rebellious ! When do you think it is a good age to have a child ?
I had mine when I was 24 . that ' s a little young . I ' d suggest you wait until you are in your late twenties . , or even in your early thirties if you have a good career .
Yes , I think you ' re right . I ' m thinking about having a child , but not just yet .
Is there a big generation gap between parents and their children in you country ?
Yes , there is . Teenagers do not want to live traditional lives . They want to go out , have fun , and explore the world . They want to develop their own view of life . Parents usually try to discourage them , but they don ' t often succeed .
Parents usually give their children more freedom in my country . Sometimes they give them too much freedom .
It ' s almost impossible to get the right balance . If you are too strict , kids might ignore you . If you are too lenient , they might go wild .
True , and I like the kitchen . It ' s new and well equipped .
It has a great balcony with an incredible view of the park .
You are right . The view is spectacular . But that bedroom is so small . We ' d never be able to fit all of our stuff in there .
May be we could get some new furniture , better stuff .
I haven't thought of that .
Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar .
OK . I ' ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it .
Thanks . I appreciate that .
Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to .
Sometimes people in different countries , or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture .
O . K .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I ' Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ' t seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ' ll give you more information before you leave .
O . K . , thanks , doctor .
You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable .
I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away .
Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first .
All right , we'll wait for your answer .
Why don ' t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you .
Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot .
You ' re welcome . It was good seeing you again .
Me too . Have a great day .
I've always liked green apples .
I don't really like green apples that much .
Why do you say that ?
I think they are too sour .
You'd rather eat a red apple ?
Don't you like red apples ?
They're okay , I guess .
Yes , you're right , it does . But we believe it's less harmful to the environment than landfill
Yeah , he , with his fleet , came across the Indian Ocean , and arrived at the east coast of Africa .
Great , do you still remember when he started his voyage ?
Of course , that is from 1405 to 1433 , which is in Ming dynasty .
Good , by the way , do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you ?
Not yet , you know I have a lot of homework to do .
You should speed up , because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today .
OK , great Daddy , after supper , I'll embark on it .
That's my boy ! Wait , Daniel , when is Pirates of the Caribbean on ?
Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow , who wants to find the treasure on the sea ?
Exactly , now , tell me the time .
I won't tell you , unless you promise to let me watch it with you .
Yeah . Let's just lounge around !
First of all , it ' s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century .
I didn ' t realize it was a romance novel . What ' s the main storyline ?
It ' s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls .
Why does he want to do that ?
Since he doesn ' t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for .
Won ' t they get his inheritance ?
No , that ' s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing .
I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ' t so horrible after all .
So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ?
There ' s movie ? My teacher didn ' t tell me that !
That ' s probably because she wants you to read the book first .
It would take a lot less time ...
How about this . When you finish the book . I ' ll get the movie and watch it with you .
Ok . That sounds like a deal .
What are the children doing ?
They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks .
I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year .
Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money .
Who will get the money ?
Of course the children .
All I'm trying to say is that life is ... like ... er ... this painting .
It ' s really very good .
Why do you say that ?
Well , trains are frequent and come on time .
Which train do you catch in the evening ?
I usually take the 5 thirty home .
And can you get a seat ?
No , I usually have to stand .
Would you agree that the service is fast ?
Yes , it ' s reasonably fast but it certainly isn ' t cheap . Fares have gone up25 % .
How long will it last ?
About 2 years .
Here is the money .
No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city .
So , what programs do you have on your laptop ?
I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs .
I know you are keen on photography . It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime !
It ' s wonderful , isn ' t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I look recently ?
Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ?
We do have a few foggy days in winter . but i would not say we have a lot of fogs . the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ?
Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms . but each one usually only last a few hours . then the skys are clear again .
Have you ever had snow in your city ?
My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child . but my parents and i only see it outside of our city .
The river in my city sometime freeze over . people go ice-skating on it . on summer people go boating on the river . but few people go swimming because it is not very clean .
As you know , my city is on the coast . the water is also not clean . but people still go swimming all year around . i prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot in sunny .
That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that .
Where should we meet ?
How about at the subway entrance .
Aright . I'll meet you there at one o'clock .
Oh dad . You don't understand at all .
I certainly could . You ' ll get exams next month .
I don't need it to play the guitar .
Oh , don't you ? God save me !
I'm sorry .
I can't tell you .
OK , I want you to be happy when we are together , and when you are sad , I would always stay with you .
When I am angry and want to beat someone , you stand there and let me do what I want . Would you ?
Yes , I would . Thanks for being in my life .
Don't be so happy , it is just one of my tests !
Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection .
You are really a good citizen .
That ' s what I can do .
Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain .
I want to see them . How can I go there ?
That is easy . You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai .
Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert .
I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me .
Of course I forgive you . What are friends for ? Now , what am I going to do for that other guy ?
Three for ten cents .
Give me a dozen lemons .
Anything else ?
No , thanks . How much in total ?
Twenty eight dollars .
I could easily give you some time tomorrow night .
Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ?
Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ?
I'll come prepared .
Goodbye until then . I promise you that you'll do well after we meet .
OK . I'll talk to you later .
Just the video .
I ' m going to need your library card .
I have it right here .
You ' ll need to take care of the video .
I will .
We will fine you if you damage it .
I get it . Thank you .
That's because you did well .
No , I wouldn't worry about you .
Why ?
It seems to me that you always do better than you say .
But I am her brother , not her servant .
Thank you .
Do you take care of them everyday ?
Yes , I do .
Don't you feel dull ?
I don't . I like the work .
thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass .
you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor .
did you always do well at school ?
no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams .
really ?
sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ?
I'll get my finals in two months .
when do you plan on studying for those exams ?
most students just cram the night forehead .
do you think that's a good idea ?
no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam .
that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ?
I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant .
it sounds like you've learned something useful this year !
Sure , we call it doubt .
But she did and it made me disappointed .
Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything .
But she means a lot to me .
Then forgive her mistake .
Oh , I just can't forget it .
That maybe true , and I for one don ' t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ' re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ' re asking for money ! That is just not right !
Good point . This is Sarah O ' Connell reporting live from Washington D . C . , back to you , Tom .
I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up .
Oooo . This sounds serious .
Not too serious . But he gave me a strict diet to help bring it down .
Nine days .
All right . Thank you .
It ' s all religion . Take the theory of the Big Bang . How is it possible that all of the stuff in the universe comes from an explosion ? That ' s no better than Atlas carrying the globe on his back or African myths about turtles and stuff .
Turtles ? Whatever ... Look , all that ' s required for the creation of matter an imbalance of particles and anti-particles . At least , that ' s what the math says .
Math , sheath . What ' s the evidence ?
There is evidence ! You know Edwin Hubble ? He ' s the guy who in the early twentieth century was the first scientist to measure the drift of matter in the universe , thus advancing notions of an expanding universe . What would it be expanding from ? Well , the Big Bang ... DUH !
Anyway , it ' s just a theory . Why do people go around touting theories ? Where ' s the scientific rigor in that ?
Dude , don ' t equivocate . A theory only becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous testing . You slept through class , didn ' t you ?
I want to give a gift that is really meaningful .
Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them .
Or what only we are able to give them .
It doesn't matter .
Yeah , around seven . Most of the street parking is gone by then .
Ah , well . You can ' t have everything .
Yeah . I can live with it . It ' s great to be living alone .
Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives .
We could have another on the successes of graduates from here .
I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that .
That ' s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university .
I ' m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni .
A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film .
I ' m sure that will be very popular .. OK , let ' s think about how we can put these ideas into practice .
Sure , I'd love to . I heard Sichuan cuisine is very hot , I think I definitely love it .
Great , I love hot food too .
Well , let's finish this great dinner first .
You said it .
What's the meeting for ?
It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year .
I will be there after 20 minutes .
Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ...
Don't tell me you're a salsa expert , too !
You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre .
Ok , thank you .
What , from Peter ?
Oh , of course .
I'm sorry , I can't .
Why not ?
I don't really want to .
Well , why don't you ?
I hate going to parties .
Well , that's okay .
Yeah , sorry .
Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good .
Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety .
Me , too . I hate to sit there and look at the same stage scenery one scene after another .
I think I'll have two slices of whole wheat .
Can you go wake up Cindy for me ?
Sure .
She's a late riser .
I think we can still talk .
No way ! Please don't follow me around .
Talk it easy , Anna . You really don't hate me . do you ?
Yes , I do . Leave me alone !
I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward .
That is good , it should speed things up nicely .
I didn't know you smoked .
Really ? I've been smoking for over a year now .
Oh . You're new to smoking still . I've been smoking for 7 years .
You ever tried to quit ?
Many times . I'm really addicted . It's harder to stop than you think .
Yeah . I tried to quit last month , and I thought it was going to be easy , but it turns out that I'm still smoking .
I highly recommend you quit soon . The longer you smoke , the harder it becomes to quit .
I think you're right . Aright . Gotta go to class . Thanks for the cigarette . I'll talk to you later .
No problem . I'll talk to you later .
Only old women like that .
Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday .
OK . That's what I can do .
OK , they begin to register .
It's time I left .
Have a nice journey ! Do give my regards to your parents .
No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home !
What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ?
I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone .
I can ' t believe she would do that to you . It ' s so dishonest---and rude !
I know . I still haven ' t heard from her . The good thing is that I ' m so angry with her that I don ' t feel sad about not having her around .
I bet you she regrets what she ' s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ' t she ?
I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though .
I know . It ' s always nice to have some closure , but I don ' t think you ' ll have a problem finding another girlfriend .
Why don't we go to the Epcot Center instead ? They have displays from many cultures around the world .
I saw that in the guide . It looks like they have different restaurants and different kinds of architecture . Do you want to go ?
Yes . That is something I will enjoy .
Alright , let's go then . How many tickets do we have left ?
We still have most of the tickets we bought . We can go on a lot of different rides if you like .
I was only interested in the Haunted House and the roller coaster rides . The other rides are for kids .
Let's start walking to the Epcot Center then . According to this map , it is up this pathway here .
Alright , let's go .
Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ' m tired of heavy drama .
Are these seats okay ?
They ' re fine , but I can ' t watch a movie without popcorn .
The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches .
That doesn ' t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs .
There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes .
We also have waterfalls in the mountains . They make the landscapes look very scenic . The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion , especially by water .
Yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your in-coming emails to be an integral part of your working day ?
Absolutely .
Do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ?
Yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages .
Do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ?
Yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives .
Now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information
I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ?
Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away .
Sure , that would be great ! Thank you !
Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ?
Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please .
Sure , no problem , sir .
Thank you very much .
I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering .
there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ?
unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field .
that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ?
yes .
by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in .
really ? what is it ?
it's a job at a recruitment agency .
that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ?
well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job !
that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ?
sure , it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds . Good luck !
Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ?
No , I didn't know I could do that .
You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ?
Yes , I am going today .
Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1
Yes , thank you . That would be great .
Well , then , I'll talk to you later . Have a good day !
Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ?
We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other .
So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ?
We could give you an uncite office , as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan . At the same time , after helping with our project , we will be willing to split our profit with you .
The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one .
Then do you like any cheese to go with it ?
Why ? Do I have to order that ?
Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like .
That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive .
What would you like for appetizer and dinner ?
Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner .
How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ?
Medium , please ?
Anything for dessert ?
Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert .
OK . Please wait for s while . We'll get it done quickly !
In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting .
Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ?
No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making .
From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience .
I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation .
You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English .
No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English .
That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ?
I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company .
Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ?
No , can you tell me about it ?
Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month .
I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ?
I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July .
Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you .
The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you .
Thank you . Good-bye .
It sure is .
I can ' t wait to go there myself .
Hope we have good luck .
Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8 . 15 $ , please .
Thank you very much . Here's 10 $ , keep the change , please .
You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely .
Certainly .
I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it .
I think that about one hundred words are enough .
After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply .
OK , I know now .
I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice .
that ' s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ?
I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz .
I won $ 10 in the lottery last month . Perhaps next time , I ' ll be luckier and win the jackpot !
Maybe we would consider a longer credit period .
That would be nice . Let's call it a deal .
I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds .
I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense .
Do you have a brand preference for anything ?
I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items .
What do you think about the " impossible is nothing " billboard on the high street ?
It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it .
I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention !
To each their own !
If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn't have happened .
He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it . And on a crowded street too .
Didn't anyone stop them ?
You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away .
Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all .
That's not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck .
I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health .
Do you have any hobbies ?
Yes , I have . I collect stamps , Chinese stamps as well as those from other countries .
Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun .
Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does .
Um . That doesn ' t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German .
Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs !
Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him !
Really ?
Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already !
O-K ...
Hey , honey ! Is that you ? Don't eat all the cookies -- I want some , too !
Nice to meet you , too . Miss Li . please have a seat . I am Peter Smith , the General Manager .
What's the difference ?
The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar .
OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ?
Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation .
Sure , my credit card number is ...
The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ' s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ' s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa
I have no idea what you ' re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl .
This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g
Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ' t really appeal to me .
Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ' s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec
All I know about soccer is that you can ' t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me !
Whatever , I ' m going to go watch the opening match .
It ' s too old . And it isn ' t as specious as I expected .
Oh . It ' s awful , but it can ' t be helped .
I ' ll just have to put up with it .
I couldn't careless .
Would you rather stay home ?
Whatever you say .
Are you really interested in doing something ?
I don't mind if you want to .
May I get a large order of curly fries ?
Did you want something to drink ?
Get me a medium Pepsi .
Would you like anything else ?
No , thank you . That's it .
No problem , that'll be $ 5 . 48 .
Thanks a lot . Keep the change .
Me , too . Daniel , look at your left side . Can you see the Air Force Ants ?
Wow , that's my favorite . It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky .
Good , you can make your dream come true here .
Of course . After this , I want to show you to the Haunted House .
So you can prove you are a man .
Bingo !
It's just you !
OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account .
Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year .
Thank you very much .
My pleasure .
But , sir , I didn't drink at all .
If you refuse to blow , you'll receive a much severer punishment .
OK . I'll blow .
Your BAC exceeds the legal limit .
But I ...
I'll have to write you a ticket and suspend your driver's license for 3 months .
Then let's stay in a motel . I am sure you will like it .
That will be fine . And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order .
Of course ! That's why I always say , Eat , drink and be Greek !
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
Thanks .
Tie it in with the pay-per-view services , and perhaps it could be a money-maker .
I see you have several good ideas . Now , I just have a few questions about your C . V . I notice that there is a five-year gap between your last job and now .
Yes , I took a break from work during that time . I had a baby , and as she was born with a handicap , I decided to suspend my career . But I have continued to keep up with the Industry through con
So , you ' re just starting back . Maybe you ' d better tell me a little more about your experience .
Yes , but I learned a lot .
I'll bet .
I learned about different tax laws and how they work .
The meter reads 9 . 15 dollars .
Here you are . Keep the change .
Thank you .
Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip too .
I don't get it . I'll go and have our doorman talk to you then .
Ok , Ma'am . Calm down , 15 dollars will do .
What kind of fundraisers are you doing ?
We are going door to door .
You should try actual fundraisers , too .
What else can we do ?
Try having a car wash or selling candy .
I didn ' t think of that .
I know . It ' ll also help you make more money .
No , sir . The tax is included .
It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it .
I know you can do it .
I will do my best .
That is great . All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
Ok , as John after Kennedy put it , let us never negotiate out of fear , but let us never fear to negotiate .
Yeah , I agree with you . But you know , it's just one of those things .
The rent is 400 yuan a day .
Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting .
OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun .
I like ferris wheel more .
It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later .
OK , let's go .
I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce . But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever ?
Yes , I swear .
Any other common customs of your New Year ?
Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution .
What's that ?
It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days !
By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ?
We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too .
Thanks a lot .
Sure , Mike , I ' d love to .
Is this evening too soon ?
No , that ' s perfect . We can leave directly from here .
You have already missed one other assignment ; when can I expect the make-ups ?
Next class meeting .
That will be soon enough , but make sure you get next week's assignment in as well , all right ?
That would work for me .
Good . I know that you are capable of being an excellent student .
Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things .
Okay . Have it your way , but don't say I didn't warn you .
Here's 20 .
Thank you . Your cash back is 13 dollars . Pull into a parking states , and we'll bring you your fries in two minutes .
Thanks .
Put it beside you . Don ' t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ' s desk . You've got long hair . Don ' t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work .
I think that ' s the reason why Princess Diana ' s hair style became so popular .
Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there .
I ought to respect other people ' s privacy , as most Westerners do .
As the saying goes , when in Rome , do as the Romans do .
How late can we stay out ?
You can stay out till 10 p . m .
But if we're going to be late ?
Then you call me or Tom first .
Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ' s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself .
Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ?
I've tried , but it didn't work .
So , when are you going to tell her ?
Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her .
I know she ' s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt !
I know ...
Yes , all the cabins are fit for two .
Then where can I catch it ?
At Pier Five .
Thank you .
My name is James .
I'll ask waitress to show you the way .
Thanks .
Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over .
How long ago did you do that ?
It was 36 hours ago .
That's outrageous ! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this .
I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat .
What does that mean , not big but fat ? You didn't buy ...
Hmm , that ' s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ' m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career .
Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable .
I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing .
Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ?
Yes , if you think it will help .
What do you think of it ?
It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ?
Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ?
By all means .
I know . What time is their appointment ?
We need to have them there at 11
I got it . I will remember .
Good . If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong .
Yes , I see , this is a permanent position .
Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ?
Oh , no , I ' m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time .
I couldn ' t possibly hire you . You can ' t take shorthand , you can ' t use a computer , and you can only work part time .
Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year .
Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun .
When exactly does the party start ?
The invitation says it starts at 8
Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ?
I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though .
I'm planning on going , but I really need her to give me my invitation .
His suggestion is that the work be started at once .
The way I see it is that they'd join us .
I think so too .
No , it won't .
So when will it be here then ?
Never .
Never ?
That's right . The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more . It ' s stop is round the corner .
Wait a moment , please .
It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion .
What's this ? It smells fragrant .
It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste .
I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend .
No problem . Wait for a moment .
That's great . Let's begin as soon as possible .
Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries .
I've always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy .
Sometimes that's true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ' s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive .
How much do you make ?
I'm a GS - 15 . That's high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage .
Do you catch this bus a lot ?
Not much , I have a car .
So , you have your own car ?
I sure do .
Then , why are you on the bus with me ?
I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down .
That's good thinking .
No ! The egg came first !
It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride .
Really ?
It doesn't take long at all
Do a lot of people ride that bus ?
More people start getting on around LA .
Wow , thanks a lot .
Don't mention it .
Um ... how can I put this ? Let ' s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months .
What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ' s the bad news ?
Oh , that ' s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ' re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ' re going to have to shoulder this cost .
Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess !
We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country .
We ' re doomed !
There is some really good news though !
Really ? What !
I got offered a new job !
Mysteries of the Pyramids . Didn't we watch this program last week ?
I really like this one .
Well , it ' s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ' s pretty ?
Yeah . It ' s pretty .
Oh , is that right ?
Where ' s your polling place ?
I have no idea .
How come you don ' t know where it is ?
Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place .
You should check online .
Oh , really ? Thanks , I ' m going to do that right now .
Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots .
You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement !
I'm very sorry , sir . Will you please hold while I transfer you to my supervisor ?
I like the slow dance . I am good at rumba and waltz .
Take it easy . The time for slow dance is the middle part of the party .
Let's find a quiet seat and sit down for beverage .
OK , follow me .
Listen , it is waltz . I like the elegant step of the old styles .
May I ?
Sure .
( When they are dancing ) You dance gracefully !
Not at all .
I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver .
I never did either , but it pays the bills .
I enjoyed talking to you .
I liked talking to you too .
I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain .
Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ?
Here .
What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ?
Sharp pain .
Is the pain continuous ?
No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes .
Please lie down over there .
All right .
Does it hurt when I push here ?
No .
What about here ?
Not really .
How long have you been like this ?
For about a month .
How about your appetite ?
I am eating pretty good .
How about your bowel movements ?
No constipation . Everything seems OK .
That sounds great . Where should we meet ?
I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes .
Sounds good . See you there .
What do you think about these shoes ?
They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ?
No . Not really .
This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design .
I bet it's expensive .
It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ?
For 80 bucks it looks great . Go try it on .
I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems .
That ' s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ?
I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building .
well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ' Ve ever had , please .
the best job ? What do you mean ?
like the job you feel the most proud of .
I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people .
Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of .
I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it .
that ' s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question .
Go ahead , please .
in all the jobs you ' Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ?
wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ' t think I ' Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things .
all right . Do you have any questions ?
no . I can ' t think of any right now .
you ' ll hear from us by the end of this week .
thank you very much . I ' m looking forward to hearing from you about this job .
What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ?
You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants !
If you ask me , it's a walking invitation !
Glad to meet you , too .
Where are you from , Ms . Baker ?
I'm from New Zealand .
What do you do for a living ?
I'm a teacher .
Thank you for coming , Ms . baker .
I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes .
That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals .
Yes . They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline , especially in vital , decisive encounters .
I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet .
Come on , guy . Maybe she isn't your right person .
I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis .
What job-related skills do you have ?
I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language .
They're in the blue cupboard . Anything else ?
Oh yes , some wire cutters .
I ' ll need to check . Sorry , we don ' t have any in stock . But I can order some and send through the order today . How many do you need ?
Just one pair .
Fine . They should be here the day after tomorrow .
That ' s okay .
I see .
Thanks a lot .
Six hundred US dollars .
I'm sorry , sir , after 7
But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ?
I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it .
It's just too bad . I have to leave it as it is , and thank you just the same .
I'm pretty sure I'll be all right . In fact , I'd be delighted to come over and celebrate your birthday with you . What time are you planning to start ?
Oh , good . If you could come around six thirty or seven o'clock , that would give us some time to chat a whit over a glass of wine before dinner .
That sounds fine . I'll be there around seven .
That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ?
Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ?
I'm fond of dancing .
Good . You really know how to enjoy yourself .
It's fine . I was heading there anyway .
10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ' t that great ?
That ' s a perfect plan . Enjoy yourself .
Not a chance .
Not even for an hour ?
Sorry , it ' s impossible .
I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ...
One of the best in the company .
That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all .
Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ?
That's one way of putting it . For me , a job needs to stimulate my brain , otherwise it becomes a daily drudgery .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ?
Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas !
Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications .
You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters !
That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ?
Well , I also have ...
I'll wait right here for you Superman .
Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz !
Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit ?
That ' s everything .
I need your library card .
I have it . Here you go .
Do you need anything else ?
That ' s everything .
Your books are due back two weeks from today .
Thank you . Good night .
Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert .
How about drinking soda ?
Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke .
That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ?
My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start .
How do you know so much about food and dieting ?
You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now !
She started feeling suspicious after you said that .
I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up .
Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you .
Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends .
Don't bother .
Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 .
Mmm , I don ' t think the charges are right , can you explain them please ?
I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ' s approval .
No problem . I ' ll wait over there .
Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there .
No , thanks . Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash .
Well , the only free food on the streets is from a soup kitchen , and their soup isn't as tasty as mine !
Yes . It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday .
You don ' t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar .
Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ?
Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop .
How about having a beer on the weekend ?
Less than a serving of alcohol a day can actually be good for you . Do not overdo it !
Yes , I do . I like painters who use will rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ?
I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ' t you ?
Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime .
That would be nice . Can you read the characters ?
I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ' s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ' s character .
I think that ' s true with any of the fine arts .
Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ?
Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day .
You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ?
well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours .
did you play a lot of games when you were little ?
my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend .
do you still like playing those games ?
not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ?
everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games .
some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ?
no , I prefer to play with people I know .
how about mah-jong ?
it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it .
I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong !
I hate to disappoint you , but unlike what most people think , we aren't all exactly the same !
Of course , I am sure .
You shall go easy on her . she is new here .
Just how am I supposed to do that ?
You shall just take it in surprise .
I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons .
Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ?
I am not . she is no picnic .
Well . if you think I can help , let me know .
Thanks , Serena .
Really ? That's fantastic ! Will you get a chance to do any writing ?
She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back .
Wow ! That's really great news . How often does the magazine come out ?
It's a monthly magazine , but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly .
Are you looking forward to doing more editing work ?
Yes , but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again !
Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine ?
I don't have any with me , but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you .
I'm really looking forward to reading your column .
Me , too . Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news ?
Sure , where would you like to go ?
Perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop .
No , he didn't scold me because he was late , too .
Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set .
Which brand do you prefer ?
Sky worth .
OK . Come with me , please .
I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy .
Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party .
Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first . Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy !
You're right . I love going out and making new friends .
So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ?
Of course !
Well , I don't think so .
Sir , we never want a guest to stay here mad or unhappy .
First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan .
Oh , OK . Wow !
OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese .
Wow . That sounds really good .
Yes , they're on sale today .
I'll take a dozen .
Splendid . Will there be anything else ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Well , I'd like to pay by cash .
OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change .
Thanks .
My pleasure . Welcome to our restaurant next time .
Oh , that ' s too bad .
I got a bachelor ' s degree .
What was your major ?
I majored in English and minored in Chinese .
What was you G . P . A ?
I graduated with honors . I had a 3 . 9 .
Do you plan to pursue further education ?
Yes . I ' d like to obtain a master ' s degree in international relations .
When do you think you will do that ?
After I have 3-4 years of work experience .
I see .
Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ' s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion .
Sure , you still have my contact details , right ?
You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ?
Sure , my name is Ana Ferris . Don ' t worry about it . it happens to me all the time . I ' m terrible with names too .
So are you officially a junior now ?
Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same .
That makes sense . So where is Nicole ?
She dropped out of school completely .
Really ? Why ?
She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time .
Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job .
It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer .
Do you know how much they are paying her ?
I don't know . But I bet it must have been a good offer , or she wouldn't have accepted it .
Thanks again . You look nice today , too .
Thank you . I just got these shoes today .
Really ? What kind of shoes are they ?
These are called All Star Chuck Taylors .
I really like those . How much did they cost ?
They were about forty dollars .
I think I'm going to go buy myself a pair .
What a pity !
Why did you say that ? It's a good thing for him to live with his son .
I know that . But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour . You know I always appreciate Tom's company .
Me too . But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future .
We have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters .
Posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice .
Yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you .
How much do they cost ?
The prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ?
Yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle .
Here you go .
I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate .
Are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift ?
Yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate .
We've got plenty to choose from here .
They look delicious . I think she'll be pleased .
Well , I think I'm in better condition now .
Really ? Is it tiring ?
It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up .
I want to go there , too . Can I ?
Of course , yes .
I see . Thank you , doctor .
Well , it looks like you have . You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out . Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription . And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem . But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription . It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it . We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law . You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor . It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens . But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know . But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
All right . Wait a minute .
really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ?
that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great .
so you've seen other plays that he's directed ?
quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ?
sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ?
I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school .
what did you do ?
I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ?
I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much .
why not ?
I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat .
that sounds kind of boring . Oh , look . They're dimming the lights . I think we should get back to our seats for the second half of the play .
You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up ?
I'll make it up early next week .
That would work , but don't let it happen again .
I'll try .
That will solve it then . Let's work hard to not let it happen again .
Why ?
People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories .
Well , maybe .
If sounds so tempting . Why not go applying for a loan from the bank ? They charge very low interest , so you can choose whether to pay up the balance in 10 or 20 years .
Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little .
Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York . What things do you want to see ?
I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot .
The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there .
Hmm . I hope not .
Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache .
Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ?
I must see the dentist now , nurse .
The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ?
That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ?
I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ?
I can wait , but my toothache can't !
We ' re going fishing .
What a party ! I hope you don ' t expect the girls to fish .
These girls are different , they are not wimpy .
Ok , then we can sign up for it together .
Good idea .
By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ?
I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today .
I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper .
But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around .
That's true .
Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home .
Okay . How tiring the job is !
What was the rate yesterday ?
The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6 . 5 Yuan yesterday .
Oh , the rate goes down .
It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ?
Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ?
I don't know , sir . But it won't change much .
Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB .
Okay . Please sign here in this form .
OK .
Here is the 6,100 RIB .
Thank you very much .
Please come in for a cup of coffee .
No , thank you . Please tell him to phone me when he comes back .
Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication .
Do I only need to take that one drug ?
I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor .
What can I expect when I take that medication ?
You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough .
No , it seems too old-fashioned .
What about this ?
Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ?
Yes , try this one please .
This fits me well , how much is it ?
3,500 yuan .
It's reasonable . Here you are .
What made you decide to volunteer ?
I want to be a part of history .
Good for you .
Do you plan on voting ?
I will be voting .
You should try and make it early to your polling place .
Thanks for letting me know .
No , it's too crowded .
Dad . Here comes another bus .
Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly !
Why ? Dad ?
We got on the wrong bus .
Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ?
I should think so , too !
I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble .
Yes , and please be more careful in the future !
I will , sir . I'm really very sorry .
That's OK .
We have a computer lab on the first floor .
That's great ! How much is it ?
It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course .
Okay . What about the other alternatives ?
You could use your wireless right here in our lobby .
Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ?
Well , we don't have a printer in the lobby yet . You'll have to use the lab .
Be careful of yourself .
Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey .
OK , Dad , it happens .
It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ?
Come on , I'm too tired !
OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi .
Sure , I promise .
If you keep your promise , I will also let you watch Ultraman this evening .
I don ' t understand .
It ' s our policy .
What can I check out ?
Only books or videos .
I need this magazine .
You will have to read it here .
That ' s weird .
Yes , I like . But I can't play it well .
Are indoor sports popular ?
Basketball and swimming are very popular .
Really ? I like playing basketball , too .
We can play together if you are free .
That's great .
Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience .
That ' s ok . There wasn ' t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage .
Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ' re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully .
I ' Ve had a lot worse problems than this traveling so it ' s really no big deal .
Here you are . Thank you .
Bye .
Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket .
All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ?
Yes , madam .
Ask Daniel to give you a hand ?
No , mom , I can manage it by myself . His help just causes more trouble .
Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter .
Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum .
No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle .
Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it .
I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ?
Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ?
I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan .
That's right , because he's got to get to the train station from his house , then take the blue line into the city , then switch trains to the red line . In all , the trip's got to take more than 2 hours .
Why doesn't he just drive to work ?
It's too difficult to park your car in the city . Also , the traffic coming in from the suburbs is a nightmare .
It's 2781703 1 .
2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message .
Thanks so much , bye .
I am glad I did not drive a car .
What about Saturday ?
Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening .
Will you come round next Tuesday ?
Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ' ll be at her birthday party .
What do you say next Wednesday then ?
Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ' s make it next Wednesday .
Okay . Bye .
Bye .
I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
I really enjoyed meeting with you .
You certainly made a good impression on me , as well .
I am very interested in this position .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Well , thank you for your time and consideration again .
You are welcome .
The price of CPU is 260 dollars above 1,000 Units .
Can you reduce more ?
I'm sorry , but to be frank , considering exploiting the market in your country , we have already supplied you at very low preferential price .
In that case , we have to stop ordering if a reduction can't be made . Please reconsider .
It is so hard to deal with .
If you can give us a more reduction , We'd be able to give you an order on the spot .
This price is the best we can make .
That'll be 10 dollars , please .
Thanks a lot . here .
It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it .
This is a pity !
It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters .
Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ?
He would be good .
This is gonna be a great barbecue !
Yes , I try to keep in touch with them .
Thank you for coming , Miss Yang .
The pleasure is mine . It's been nice talking with you . Goodbye .
I hope you find a nice sweater .
Working at weekend is something I hate to do most .
But if the company asks , what else can we do ?
Which seafood do you prefer ?
I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber .
Is there anything else you would like to have ?
Bring me an assorted cold dish , please .
Would you care for beverage ?
No , thanks . I'm fine .
What would you like to drink ?
A bottle of champagne .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
I wish it was a nicer day today .
That is true . I hope it doesn't rain .
It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer .
It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now .
It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather .
Any rain right now would be pointless .
That's right , it really would be .
I want it to cool down some .
I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter .
Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though .
I would rather deal with the winter than the summer .
I feel the same way .
No , it will not be formal at all . It is a fun time . You will love the game show . Please dress casually . Usually there is an over abandon of drinks , so be careful with that .
Don ' t worry , I can handle that . And I know if the boss is there , even it is an informal evening , it does not make a good impression to get totally drunk in front of him .
It ' s going to be a problem when my water bill comes .
What do you want me to do about it ?
I would like you to fix the problem .
I won ' t be able to do that right now .
Well , I won ' t be able to rent the apartment until the problem is fixed .
Fine , I ' ll have it fixed for you .
I ' m happy that we ' Ve come to an agreement .
Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city .
I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ?
Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too .
Really ? So your city does have some old history after all .
Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ?
I'm not quite sure .
Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ?
No , I have no idea what you are talking about .
It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box .
Thanks for your help .
Try it and if you can't do it , one of us can always help you later .
I'm actually in school right now .
Which school do you attend ?
I'm attending PCC right now .
Are you enjoying it there ?
It's not bad . There are a lot of people there .
Good luck with that .
Thanks .
Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ' t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign .
I like that too . I don ' t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ' t buy a certain product , you ' re not cool or modern or efficient or something .
That kind of advertising seems to be very common with brand name products . They are always trying to maintain brand loyalty .
Hey ! That " stuff " is my grandma's cooking , and it's good !
Oh , I see .
Can you change that for me ?
Do you still want both classes ?
Yes , I would like to keep both classes .
I'll try to change one to a different day .
I would greatly appreciate that .
It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars .
Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ?
Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find .
How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ?
Let ' s call them right now . I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection .
OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ?
What about six ?
It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ?
OK . Let's make it .
I don't know . It ' s still up in tha air .
Sounds not bad ! Better performance isn ' t just about doing a lot more . It is about focusing on the right things to do .
Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ?
Sure . So let's see . We need a piece of wood 3 . 5 m long by 1 m wide . I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday .
Do you really think so ? I mean , was I ? Er ... you ... must be disappointed .
Nowadays , you can be a DJ . You can mix dance music . You don't need to be able to play music instrument or thing .
I love to try it , but the instrument is expensive and it was still need to take a lot of practice .
You know , you could probably get a computer program that would help you . You already have a computer , so you could use that to help you mix some music .
That ' s a great idea . I ' ll search for some information on the internet . If it ' s possible to do , the internet will have some information about it .
I didn ' t have time to return them .
You ' re going to have to pay late fees .
How much ?
25 cents a day .
25 cents a day ?
That means 25 cents for each late book .
That ' s expensive .
But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together .
I usually play with my schoolmates .
Do you like watching football matches ?
Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday .
Oh , I watched it on television . It was an exciting match .
I don't smell bad .
That's what you think .
If I smelled bad , I could smell me .
I can smell you .
I can smell you , too .
That's my perfume .
When can I wear perfume ?
I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best .
And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated .
Be confident , and never give up .
I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad .
Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart .
Yes , mom . You are right . Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . I will keep going .
I ask you to pass through life at my side-to be my second self and best earthly companion .
I'll never again come to your side ; I am turn away now and can't return .
What do they include ?
Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance .
That sounds great .
Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds .
The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund
Do you have other questions ?
I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year .
The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling .
That's quite good . Thank you for telling me about those .
What kind of ground beef do you need ?
I would like the extra lean .
Let me go and get that for you .
Thank you very much .
No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now .
I appreciate that .
what question ?
Do you love me ? come on , I ' m eager to hear .
you know that I care for you . I---I ' m proud of you .
Don ' t cherish your words , dear .
I---I don ' t feel like saying it .
Yes , that is today's sale price .
I'll take a dozen .
Is there anything else you'd like to get ?
No , the roses will be fine .
I'm sure your wife will love them .
Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low .
I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction . He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended .
Thanks for the information . And good luck in your college search .
Ok , thank you .
You are welcome !
See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs .
And that is what's causing my shortness of breath .
Look at it this way , when you quit , you will save money , time and your life !
You can take me to the bank if you want to .
Sure . Let ' s go .
Well , it's good in style , but I am afraid it doesn't wash well .
Thank you , ma'am . It's been a pleasure doing business with you .
Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her .
All right .
I'm glad you enjoyed it .
Yes , come on , and we will have fun .
We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible .
Well , I know . So I am thinking now .
I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By .
Thank you for your kindness . I will think about it carefully .
Sure .
Do you get much rain during the summer ?
Plenty . We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area .
So you should bring an umbrella often .
That's right .
There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time .
I'll do my best .
Here's twenty dollars .
Do you have small bills ?
No . If you can't break it , keep the change . But can you give me a receipt ?
Here is your receipt . Thank you .
I heard they were just married for 5 months .
Yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things .
Yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden .
You said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage .
Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married .
Yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners .
Definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce .
We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners .
That's true . Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon .
Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so .
Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ?
Nearly ten years .
I see , that's a long time . How much was the watch ?
I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere . Would you like to see it ?
Yes , I'd like to see the receipt . Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week .
Yes . Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ?
Yes , I'm afraid you will . Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds .
Ok . Here you are . Is that all right now ?
Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ?
Yes , I did . I had a fine time .
It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card .
Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again .
I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch .
The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him .
Thanks very much and goodbye !
Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo .
It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here .
Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo .
Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos .
OK . It's 22 yuan
Here you are .
Here they are .
Thanks a lot ; are these all the notes ?
Oh , no , this is the rest .
Thank you very much .
It's no problem at all .
The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer .
Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ?
No , Sir , I did not .
I ' Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest .
I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold .
My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold .
A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ' t work .
Yes , if I get worse , I will definitely look for extra help with this .
Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back .
Does he have your number ?
Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6
That was 5264453 6 , right ?
Yes , thank you very much .
You are welcome .
Her new boyfriend , right ?
Yeah , how do you know about that ?
I was also interrupted by her last week because of such a thing .
Yes , but I think it ' s probably for the best .
Won ' t you get lonely ?
Hey , I ' m a pretty cool guy ; I ' ll make friends . And I ' ll have a lot of extra-curricular activities too . You know , like fencing or theater or something .
Give it a couple days , and it should be back on .
Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ?
Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit .
So I don't have to pay anything ?
You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again .
Okay , thank you very much for your help .
No problem . Thank you for being so understanding .
It was ?
Do you have another card ?
That ' s my only one .
Maybe you can just pay in cash ?
No cash today .
I guess you won ' t be able to purchase these items today .
I ' ll come tomorrow with cash .
You're welcome .
Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two .
But what are you going to do with that pig ?
I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money .
Who knows , maybe one day he will sit on the desk of a top CEO in a major corporation !
Well , I can see that's a problem .
Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ?
Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ?
I want to keep both of them , if that's possible .
Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day .
Thanks a lot .
Yeah , I noticed . She must be really loaded .
No way . Her old man is rich . He buys her anything she wants .
Lucky her . Anyway , I think that is just as beautiful .
I think you've lost it .
Well , that's my opinion .
I admit that she is much prettier than Kate .
Oh , there is no comparison . Now we are talking but ugly .
At least we agree on that . Let's go and get a drink .
Ok . Thank you very much .
Right . That one . Did it work ?
I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ?
A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece .
You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price .
Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day .
Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ?
Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you .
8 pm , that's fine with me .
Okay .
So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 .
Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night .
Ok , George . Bye !
Bye , Ann !
I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ' s too plain on its own .
how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ?
that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ?
that ' s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense .
thanks . You ' d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ?
yep . Here it is . What do you think ?
that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ?
the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ?
no , they ' re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing .
that ' s even better than the real thing .
if I were you , I ' d buy that now while it ' s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes .
it ' s too bad I did all that shopping yesterday !
It displays your slender figure , darling .
The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style .
Because you are my dear wife .
I ' Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ?
I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion .
That would be great . What is the blood test for ?
The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar .
I have been feeling great . I don ' t imagine that any of my tests will turn out badly .
Good . Where shall we meet ?
I can do that . And I would like to make dumplings later .
Yeah , you are my good helper , Steven .
Absolutely .
It's very nice of you . I'll try my best to do my job well .
OK , good-bye .
I ' m sure you ' ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ' t changed much .
I ' m glad to hear that . As I ' Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you .
We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ?
I ' m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ?
Certainly , I ' ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation .
Thank you very much .
Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend .
All right . Have you handed in my report to him ?
Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies .
Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ?
No , they didn't . The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting .
Are you ? What are you busy with ?
Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people .
Hey , kid , that's wrong . It's a Chinese restaurant . Let's eat something traditional .
Then there is nothing particular I'd like to eat . Grandpa , what's your favorite here ?
The Chinese rice pudding . Your father loves it , too . You wanna try ?
Sure . Is it sweet ?
Yes , of course . But I think they can make you a salty one , too .
Great , I want it spicy .
Come on . Don's go too far .
I want it to be special . And you know that I always like hot food .
OK then . We shall ask them to put some red chilli on it .
Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment .
Yeah , China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country .
It's great ! Where did you get the CD ?
Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ?
Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ?
Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ?
Why not ? I'd love to !
Why don't you go talk to her ?
You think she's out of my league ?
Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all .
C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls .
Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation .
What do I talk about ?
It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that .
I don't know ...
Do you want me to go talk to her ?
No . Stay away from her .
If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will .
Ok already . I'll try .
It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ?
OK , thank you .
It's a pleasure . Good night . Have a good sleep .
OK . Dinner and a movie will be perfect .
Well . What time would you like me to pick you up ?
How about 7 o'clock ?
Good . I will see you then .
OK . Bye .
Bye .
I need to withdraw $ 300 .
Which account would you like to take the money from ?
I want to take it from my checking account .
Okay , here you go .
Thank you very much .
Can I do anything else for you ?
No . That ' ll be all .
I'm very impressed .
And I've ordered the supplies .
Congratulations . You should be very proud of yourself .
I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work .
What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ?
I've taken courses on office administration , reports and correspondence writing . I think all these are closely related to the job of assistant manager , because it requires the ability to perform general office work and to assist the manager in handling all paperwork .
The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ?
Full coverage , please .
That's an extra 10 euro a day .
Do I have to fill up when I check in ?
Yes .
Yes . Don ' t you think he should be pitied rather than accused ?
you should collect as much information about the company and the position you're applying for as you can . It is important to show that you've done some research into the company . The interviewers Wil
then what should I do when I'm being interviewed ?
smile at the interviewers and look them in their eyes while trying to persuade them to select you . Try to act natural , let your personality , ability and interpersonal skills shine through the interview
are there any other things I should pay attention to ?
yeah , wear formal clothes to your interview and do be punctual . That'll leave your interviewers with a good first impression .
I really don't want to know about this . Physics gives me a headache .
Really ? Why ?
There's no one moderating it . Anyone around the world can put information onto the net for anyone else to see . The information on the internet is mostly unsubstantiated and you can never know who has written it , or why . A lot of people get conned online .
Again , you need to think carefully . If you don't trust others online , have nothing to do with them .
You have to be there two hours before departure time .
Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time . Is this the latest edition ?
Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover . which would you want to buy ?
How about the price of the hardcover ?
It's $ 25 .
A little bit expensive , but I will buy one . This is $ 25 , here you are .
Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill .
Did you ? How is he these days ?
He seemed ok . We didn ' t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other .
I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ?
Of course . What do you want to move first ?
Let ' s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ' ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction .
Do you think it's that serious ?
Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep .
My goodness , I didn't realize it was that bad .
And did you like it ?
Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well .
And where are you from , Jack ?
I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England .
What are you studying ?
I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian .
Oh , excellent . Why don't we talk in German for a while then ?
You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities .
Thank you so much . That's very kind of you .
I see , well , I think I ' m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money .
Alright , then , with this chequing account you ' ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that .
No , that won ' t be necessary .
In that case , I ' ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ' ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here we ' ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ?
Yes , I ' d like to deposit one billion dollars .
Could you come back later ? We're right in the middle of dinner .
Ok , then see you in sunday morning .
Are you nuts ! I ' m not going to run a red light !
Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ' s take a side street . Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move !
What ' s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help !
Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ' ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ' s go , let ' s go ! Watch out for that lady !
I ' m going as fast as I can !
Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes .
You ' re such a geek !
That's how much this t . v costs .
That's too expensive for me .
This television is of very high quality .
You can't go down on the price ?
By how much ?
I'll buy it for $ 2000 .
I'm sorry , but the price is final .
I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement .
It ' s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ' t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly .
If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ' t be popular with voters .
Most voters what everything bout ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes .
The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project .
Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly .
It's not the latest model , is it ?
No , it isn't . That's why it's such a bargain .
Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this .
Let me try . Oh , I missed !
Throw the ball up high .
High ?
Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball .
Oh ! I hit it .
Well done !
Thank you . I think I like playing it .
I guess so . I am badly off and I need this job .
What do you have in foundation ?
Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 .
What colors do you have in foundation ?
Let me show you . We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige .
The color I use now is rose . How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle .
In this size , we sell it for 53 . 95 .
Wow ! That's expensive .
What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients . It is a very high quality product .
I understand . I need some mascara too . Do you have a good thickening mascara ?
Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes .
Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart I can look at ?
We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ?
Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first .
I can help you with that .
Thank you .
Drama . I was an actor for five years after college .
That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ?
Because I needed the money . And because I was good at it . Look ! What do you think ?
I think I'm going to get a soda today .
What kind of soda can I get you ?
A Sprite sounds good .
What else would you like ?
Let me get a bag of chips too .
Anything else ?
That's all .
Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ?
Because I'm the wrong sex , of course !
You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ?
Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair .
What sort of clothes does he wear ?
A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ?
Perhaps that had something to do with it .
You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ?
It's possible , isn't it ?
Do you really think I should wear different clothes ?
Well . . . perhaps you should think about it .
Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ?
I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all !
Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing !
Hmm . Perhaps it should be the only important thing . But it isn't . Not in this company .
Don ' t worry . See where it says , " New User " ?
Yes .
Click on that .
Oh , I see .
Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest .
OK , thank you .
But it's said that you dance wonderfully well .
Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ?
No . Just occasionally .
What are your favourite dances ?
I love rumba and waltz .
How about samba ?
To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast .
Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ?
OK . See you then .
See you then .
Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry .
We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced .
The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ' t believe that any single country can do anything about it .
I think you ' re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem .
I'm not really used to it yet .
what's your favorite Chinese dish ?
like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day .
have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ?
I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks .
you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression .
that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food .
if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes .
that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat !
if you haven't tried Beijing duck yet , I'd like to treat you to a meal at a famous duck restaurant near Qianmen . It would be a pity if you left without tasting it !
Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ?
I think that I could study a little harder for tests .
Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin .
Yes , I know .
I'm sure you'll do fine .
Here you go . That's everything , then . Thanks very much for your service over the years .
I ' ll be glad if you would .
Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks .
Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car .
Cut out , would you ?
What is the rate , please ?
The current rate is $ 100 per night .
What services come with that ?
For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day .
That sounds not bad at all . I'll take it .
Why such a big difference ?
It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card .
My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ?
Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts .
That's great ; my health club membership is about to expire .
Yes , here you are .
There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight .
Well , it's straight , but it's upside down I'm afraid .
Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that .
Unfortunately , yes . You see , this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago , but not over two years . So , you will have to pay . I'm sorry about that .
We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ?
Yes , someone is coming to get me .
The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m .
What should we bring with us ?
I am going to post all of that information on the geology club web page . Check it out when you get a chance . See you Monday !
Please wait for a moment ... Now here is your Chinese currency . See if it's right . It's 3,220 yuan . Please keep this exchange memo . You may need it for converting when you leave China .
OK . Thank you for your help . That's very nice of you .
It's my pleasure .
Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call .
It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know .
That's true . My bad for not calling .
If you do this again , don't even bother coming home .
You're going to kick me out over this ?
Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules .
Well , if I'm not living here anymore , then I won't have to listen to your rules .
Forgive me darling . I'm very tired .
It sounds nice .
I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings .
Yes , I think so . It's very emotional .
Of course , and I also like the rhythms .
Full of energy and hope .
Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying .
Certainly it is . It's worth an Academy Award .
It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile .
I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ?
No , I'll send a larger vehicle to pick you up .
Yes .
Yes , right now it's the busy season .
No , Jess , chill out !
I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one .
Where are we ? This is not Altadena .
I know , and we've been on the bus forever .
Tell me what the street signs say .
Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City .
Next time , I'll look for the bus myself .
Well , now I know the bus that'll take us back .
It's not that . There's an animal in my soup .
Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away .
I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service .
I'm really sorry .
56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles .
When would you like your account closed ?
Next Friday .
Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ?
14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles .
Alright , We'll take care of that .
I work at the polling place every year .
How did you get that job ?
I signed up for it online .
That ' s really cool .
It ' s a very cool job .
Do they pay you a lot ?
They pay well enough .
Just transfer it over to my remaining account .
I can do that .
That would be great .
Do you want to take any money out ?
Not today .
It ' s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account .
That ' s fine . Take your time .
Can it work now ?
No .
So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk .
It's a new disk .
Give it to me .
Here you are .
Uh , the movie of Tom Hanks . I know why it can't play . This is a DVD disk .
Oh ? I heard she dumped you . Anyway , she's right over there . Oh , Sheryl !
OK . I'll tell her .
Would you tell me where we often travel ?
Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on .
It's great ! I like these places .
And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ?
Yes , I can .
After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on .
I see .
You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances .
OK . Thank you very much for telling me all these things .
Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want .
That's exactly what I want , thank you .
Well , as far as I can see , the advantages outweigh the disadvantages . You've sold me ! I'd like to go ahead .
Kebabs and roast squid .
Can I have a bite ?
Help yourself .
Supper !
I'll give you something . I want you to take it easy and come back in a couple of days .
You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use .
Wow , I have my own bathroom !
Kind of . It leads to my bedroom .
We share the same bathroom , in other words .
You've seen it before ?
Yes , I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters .
Didn't you laugh through the whole movie ? I did .
Me too . That movie brought tears to my eyes .
Mine too .
I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it .
Sure , let's go .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Really ? You've read books about it ? Ok , then . But only if you want to .
Ok , let's see , well , you've got a long life line , which is good , and the love line is strong ...
What else do you see ? Will I be successful ? Will I make a lot of money ?
Hmm , hard to say , wait , yes , it looks like you will do well in business , and your ambition will help you a lot , but ...
What ? What is it ? What's the matter ?
You seem to have a large gullibility line . You believe everything that you're told .
Hey !
OK . Here you are .
Thank you . here ' s 10 $ , just give me 1 $ back , please .
Maybe you ' re right .
Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him .
You can never tell . He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it .
Why ?
You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer .
Oh , My God ! That's terrible .
Yes , so they are no longer being sold .
Then give me the ordinary ones .
I would feel better if you came over and took care of me .
OK , then . I'll be there in a minute .
( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ?
I'm in the bathroom .
What took you so long ?
Gross . Diarrhea ?
It's not so bad .
OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you .
It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax .
Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time .
Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order .
Are you sure you want to go ?
To the restroom ? I have no choice .
I don ' t think it ' s very nice . And my father doesn ' t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here .
How often ?
Well , we come here almost every month .
Who ' s that ?
It ' s my mother . She ' s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father .
Do you like swimming ?
No , I hate swimming . I prefer playing tennis .
And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball .
That's terrific !
But there's one thing she's not good at .
What's that ?
She's not good at remembering things . We have a date , and she's an hour late ! !
I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us .
I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ?
And his story didn't even hold together . I feel such an idiot .
I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter .
Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ?
So tricky !
I really feel sorry for that rhumba boy if he ever identifies himself .
So do I .
I ' d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ' d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t
how many bedrooms would your dream home have ?
I ' d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three .
how would you decorate your house ?
I don ' t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ' t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b
how many TVs would your dream home have ?
I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning .
Why don ' t you run off with him ? What are you waiting for ?
I don ' t actually know him .
Really ?
I only know him through the ... you are not gonna believe this .
Oh , let me guess . Through the internet ?
Yes .
Hmm . You ' Ve got mail .
It's very helpful . The course has let me into a new world of literature . I read so many great literatures .
I'm not sure .
Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ?
I don't know . We may have missed our stop .
Are you serious ?
Yeah , we did miss it .
I can't catch the bus with you anymore .
Sorry .
That sounds all right to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about tomorrow afternoon ?
Fine , I'll be expecting you .
See you tomorrow .
I did . Did you ?
I voted for him .
I am so happy that he is our new President !
So am I .
I hope that he brings change to America .
I have faith in him .
I have faith in our new President .
How much is the fee ?
You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft .
That ' s a small fee ?
It should stop you from overdrafting .
You would think it would , but it most likely won ' t .
Can I help you with anything else ?
That ' s it for today . Thank you .
Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred .
Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me .
Great . I would like that .
Not unless you lose about 100 pounds ...
Billy ...
I understand . They think a tornado might come .
Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming . So it's called a " watch . "
And the second stage is called a " tornado warning " .
Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a " tornado warning " . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere .
It's scary .
Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true . If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement .
What do you mean " a loud train " ?
That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud .
But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ?
Maybe . It depends on the tornado . Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour . That is very fast . Others aren't so fast .
Have you seen a lot of them ?
I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch . But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone .
Did it hit their house ?
No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them .
What were they doing when you called ?
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV . They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house . If it had hit them , they could have all been killed .
That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ?
Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes .
that ' s really good . It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work .
indeed . Team work is highly valued in this new company . I like our boss too . He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation . He's highly respected by all his employees .
that's great , that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees . I wish my boss was like that .
true , take my former supervisor as an example . He was extremely controlling and overbearing . He always had to micromanage everything .
well , now you don't have to worry about that . This new place sounds really good .
yeah it is .
So what did you do ?
Well , I actually thumbed a lift .
You what ?
Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport .
Wow , good for you .
Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight .
Oh , no !
Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok .
You really have bad luck , don't you ?
Seems like it .
Yes .
Go to window number eleven .
Thanks .
I've learnt a lot about business knowhow . I got to know what kind of knowledge was needed in my future work .
He's an old antique , very serious .
Bad luck , Anne .
Hey ! How about your history teacher ?
She's another antique .
I'm sorry to hear that .
What's the time now ?
It's half past seven .
I want to know at what time you close .
We offer 24 - hour service .
Oh , that's great ! Thank you .
Yes , I enjoy working with people .
We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ?
Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ?
Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ?
No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn .
That's good answer . I appreciate your being frank .
No , thanks .
Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming .
Thank you .
Is it easy to locate it ?
It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well .
I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn .
I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English .
That's really my pleasure to listen to a Chinese song .
Not really .
Oh . Did you pick up the suits from the cleaners ?
Yes I did .
Good . Are you going to the pub tonight ?
Yes . I'll be back at the same time as usual .
Fine . Thank you .
What kind is it ?
Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ?
No . This is my first time . How does it taste ?
It's good , try it . What do you think ?
Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ?
Yes .
You're a really good cook .
Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us .
That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ?
No , I learned by myself . I have a good cook book that I read when I have time .
Not sure . Is there a movie out that catches your eye ?
No good movies come to mind .
Have you decided whether or not you would like to go ?
No , thanks . Maybe another time .
For sure another day .
You mean we'll share the taxi ?
Yeah . If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper . Besides that your Chinese is better than mine . The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully .
Well . Don't worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you .
Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ?
No , I have no idea what they are .
Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout .
Yes , right .
Great ! You are all set to enjoy the library .
A little trimming , please . Trim a little more above the ears .
And you'd better not cry or you'll have black streaks running down your face .
Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night .
That sounds great .
Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ?
Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg
Don't be so frightened . It's just a skill .
Of course . I just bought it last year .
What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ?
Yes , I did . Don't worry .
Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us .
Yes . You think a lot , too .
It's a nice cinema , isn't it ?
Do you think so ? I don't like it very much . I found it rather uncomfortable .
Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left .
It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ?
It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish .
Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ?
You will be going northwards . You are now in the the Western part of the city and the Allied Irish Bank is situated in the North East . Here's a rough sketch of the area .
Yes , it is .
Oh , I don't think I will buy a used sofa even it looks so attractive .
Which one would you recommend ?
Personally , I quite like the new perfume from Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ?
That smells great . I'll take one bottle , please .
Would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers .
It's OK . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I don't know what shade to buy .
How about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of lipstick .
She doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big .
How about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger .
No , thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is .
I know what she would like-some whitening cream .
No thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , not lighter .
Will that be all then ?
That will be all . You've been very helpful , thanks .
Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home .
When will that be ?
Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB
You can rest assured of that .
The figure seems right .
How do you wish to settle your account , sir ?
By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ?
We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa .
Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are .
Thank you . Would you sign here , please ? Here's your receipt .
We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality .
OK , I agree . But the repeat order can't have the same terms .
Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground .
I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much .
Yes . Very wonderful .
Do you smell the sweet scent ?
Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms .
The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the hard coldness .
Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye .
Bye !
I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension .
That ' s one of the conditions of my policy too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire .
Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy ?
Yes , I did . It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy . The insurance company need to assess the risk .
I'd like a room with a nice view , please .
We have a nice garden-view room .
Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ?
Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning .
Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ?
888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . " Northern Star " buffet ! What's there arriving time ?
They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday .
I see . May I have your name and phone number ?
Yes . 6710121 3 . Benjamin .
Really ? Good for you .
Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy .
We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin .
I have everything right here . I'll let you go through that and come back . I'd like to have a good read of your materials to make sure I make the right choice .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
It's 150 RIB for the service .
That seems pretty reasonable . Thanks .
Sure , no problem . But I need something from you .
Name it .
I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready . Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ?
All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem .
That works for me .
Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office .
Here's a print out of the study , and this is a disc with the full report on it . The file name is product study , this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it .
You can learn Chinese checkers or military chess . Both of them are much easier .
OK , I will try . As for stamp , don't you think it is an expensive hobby ?
Yes , it is . But it is full of fun and knowledge . What about you , what do you like to do as hobby ?
I like gardening . I take care of them everyday . I like those flowers and the swing in my garden . If the weather is nice , I would like to lie on the lawn .
Sounds pleasant .
Sure . Can I have your passport , please ?
Here you are .
Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ?
Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ?
Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ?
Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock .
Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir .
Thank you .
Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . .
New house ? Really ?
Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ?
Well , that depends . When is it ?
This Saturday evening .
Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ?
Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long . Well ? What about it ?
All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house . What would you like ?
Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary .
But I'd still like ...
Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time !
Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ?
Come any time after eight . All right ? .
Yes . Oh . by the W ..
Bye ! See you on Saturday evening .
Wait a moment , Mick . You haven't . . . Mick ? Are you still there ? You haven'tgiven me your new address . Hello ? Mick ? Hello ?
Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping . The stores are cheaper and more interesting .
Which one has better nightlife ?
Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs . They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada .
Well , I've always wanted to see Vancouver . I've heard it has the most beautiful views .
You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem .
Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable !
I guess the fax machine is out of paper , too . Don't worry , I'll have someone look at it this afternoon , and in the meantime , I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine .
I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles .
I am sorry that I misheard you .
Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs .
I will get straight back to you with your waffles .
I would appreciate that .
Why are you being so nice to me ? Don't think for a second that I trust you .
All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice .
Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ?
All you have to do is cook some white rice .
What do I do after that ?
Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce .
What else do I have to do ?
All that's left is to cook it .
It's not for us .
Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair !
Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang .
What was that again ?
It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help .
I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help .
Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking .
I'll get knee to knee with her .
Good boy . I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you .
Yes , I have . I tried them when I visited your country last year . I thought they were very tasty . Can you cook them ?
I certainly can . If I can get some from the butchers , I ' ll cook them for you .
That sounds great . I ' ll boring a bottle of wine .
No , but she speaks English fluently .
She's really tall . Do you know her ?
Yes , I know her . We're friends .
Who's that man standing next to her ?
Which man ?
That short guy on her right . What's his name ?
Oh , that's Matt .
He's really good looking .
Yeah .
Do you know him ?
I don't know him , but I think my sister does .
Is he married ?
Yes , he's married .
I remember now . I met him before .
The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him .
Why is that ?
He just has his secretary do his homework for him .
That's true . Those bushes are a problem .
I swear that I didn't mean to run it .
I can understand why you didn't stop for it .
Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ?
Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning .
Thanks a lot .
No problem . Next time , just pay closer attention .
I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment .
Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately .
OK . We wait for you .
What do you mean ?
Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in .
Crikey . Where did this happen ?
In Taichung , I think .
Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there .
Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car .
So what happened ?
Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing .
That's terrible .
Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ?
So what happened next ?
Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away .
Well , he sure was lucky .
I'll say .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
By the coming September .
Could you make an offer on FOB basis ?
Certainly !
Don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat .
What are you talking about ? We'll split the bill .
No , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't .
No way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill .
Alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill .
That's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk .
Just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ?
You've got a deal .
Great . Bye .
Bye .
Sir , only your mother wants to please you more than we do .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week .
Oh , God , I've forgotten it .
You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you .
Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you .
They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot .
Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ?
It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us .
So you just talk all the time ?
Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us .
That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening .
You won't be disappointed .
Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ?
I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it .
I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ?
Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon .
Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ?
Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out . Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that .
Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ?
I'm not sure yet . Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think .
It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside . Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep .
Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup . Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it .
That bad , huh ?
Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever .
Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley .
Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon .
Hope you feel better .
Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ?
Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton with my husband . I always feel good afterward .
That ' s great ! I ' Ve heard people say that before .
Well , why don ' t you try to get some exercise ? It ' s difficult , but very rewarding .
Oh , I ' m too lazy to play sports , and I ' m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me .
Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ?
What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ?
We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application .
Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them .
I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone .
So you're a headhunter .
We're an Employment Agency .
Absolutely . I ' m a great mechanic .
Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it .
Anytime .
Alright . Then maybe we can do the floor first . These wood floors under this carpet are beautiful . And me too -- -- I can't wait to get all this old carpet out of here . But how can we get it out ? Do we have to hire someone ?
Absolutely not . We can remove the carpet ourselves . Carpet is held down with carpet nails . You just need to pull it hard and it will come up .
Great . Then , after we remove the carpet , we need to redo all the wood floors . Right ?
Yes . But we should hire someone for that . That will probably be expensive . And it has to be done right .
And then , after the floors are done , we can start to move our furniture in .
Sure . If we can get an appointment with someone to do the floors , we should probably be able to have the furniture in here after a week or so . I can get all the carpet out this weekend .
He ' s fine , Thanks . How ' s Emma ?
She ' s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you .
Nice to see you , too , Steven . Goodbye .
I ' m awfully sorry to hear that . ( After checking ) I ' ll turn to it right away . I do apologize . We ' ll change your room to 2002 .
That ' s not bad . Thanks for your help .
It ' s my pleasure , Madam .
You needn ' t buy one . You can have mine .
That ' s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ' t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ' t be long .
Don ' t be silly , John . I ' m going with you . It ' s necessary for me to have a holiday too .
I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ...
wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ?
I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ?
yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal .
I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career .
no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working
thank you so much for your advice . I'll think it over .
I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good .
it would be better for the environment , too .
I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city .
taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well .
the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car .
well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides .
that's true . I could certainly use the exercise !
so , are you going to quit driving to work then ?
yes , it's not good for me or for the environment .
It is special , isn't it ?
Yeah , too cool . How much did they sold you for ?
Lots . Looks like I'll have to moonlight for the next two years .
I can imagine .
Hey , let's go for a spin . You can try it out .
I'd love to .
Ok , let's go .
It's written in English too , in smaller print . There .
Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ?
Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ?
I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ?
All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir .
Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people .
Maybe we should start shopping around the competitors people .
Why ? I think the meeting went well .
Really ?
Yes . But what are you worried about ?
I'm afraid I was too rude .
Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ?
Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry .
I understand . But really you weren't rude at all . You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that .
Really ?
Yes .
But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that .
You mean because you are a woman ?
Yes . And he is the president of the company .
Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond . He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all . He appreciates people for their ideas . And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women .
I am very happy to hear that , Karen . It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company .
I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs .
Good . Thank you for telling me this .
Any time . If you have a good idea , don't be afraid to speak up . This is a company that appreciates initiative .
Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account .
All right . Now can I have your passbook ?
Right . Here it is .
Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ?
Mm . In hundreds , please .
I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge .
I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ?
I almost can't live without messages , from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations .
That's great !
Since last time we've climbed the mountain , we haven't gone out for a long time .
And this kind of weather is rare for the season either .
Yes , I remember last year this time , the weather is so hot .
So we must seize this chance to go the beach .
Daniel loves the beach very much !
He will enjoy himself this weekend .
What ' s the matter with it ?
I can ' t control the temperature .
I ' ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ?
Well , there ' s one more thing . The telephone is dead .
I ' m sorry . There ' s nothing I can do about that . You ' Ve got to call the phone company .
Okay . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
I don ' t like the color .
What color do you like ?
Blue .
How about that one ?
Yes . It ' s nice . Can I try it on ?
Sure . There is a changing room behind you .
Thank you . I ' ll be right back .
Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus .
I will think over your advice .
Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck !
I really appreciate your help .
what did you do after graduation ?
I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind .
sounds like you're happy with your decision .
I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ?
it was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day .
how could it be ?
while seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do .
you didn't have an offer ?
I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough .
I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead !
Maybe it was , but answer the question .
No , not recently .
I want to go to see a movie this weekend .
What's stopping you then ?
I don't want to go alone .
So , will you be at school tomorrow ?
No , I want to go to the movies instead .
not really , but I liked the design , so I got it .
maybe you should think about getting a round helmet ; they're better .
I'll think about it .
is that your new bicycle ?
yes , my father gave it to me for my birthday . Do you like it ?
it's the newest 10 speed cycling mountain bike . These are really expensive !
nothing but the best from my dad . I like everything about it except for the brakes . They are a bit sticky .
I can fix those for you . Is there anything else wrong with it ?
well , my saddle is too low for me . Do you know how to change the height ?
that's easy . It's important to have the saddle high enough so that your legs can extend fully when you are on your bicycle .
is that why my knees have felt sore after every time I've ridden my bike ?
it's possible . Give me a minute and I can fix these for you and then we can go .
On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto .
What did you think of Tokyo ?
Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too .
Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds !
And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive .
And how about Kyoto ?
Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens . It ' s a very historic city .
How was the weather ?
I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October . It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity .
Sounds perfect . I can't wait !
I'm sorry I couldn't help you .
Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes .
What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ?
I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls .
How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ?
I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips .
How did you grow such long nails ?
You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time .
I bet . That's great news . I'm very happy for you .
Thanks . I feel like celebrating . Let's go have a beer . It's on me .
Sounds good .
Goodbye and all the best .
OK , bye for now !
Bye .
But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month . Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours .
I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract . For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach . When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect . Is that alright with you ?
Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ?
I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs . We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us . We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient .
I can accept that .
Good . And your benefits will begin immediately .
Even my health insurance ?
Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow . And your free membership in the club starts today if you like .
I have a few questions about the free membership .
What would you like to know ?
Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ?
Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers .
What are bar vouchers ?
Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers . The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge . But we don't offer vouchers to employees .
But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant .
That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members . You get more benefits than they do .
So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract . But we won't sign it yet . That right ?
Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything . So that you understand the terms .
I understand . And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it .
I'm very pleased . We look forward to having you here , Miss Briggs .
There aren't many things you can get for a nickel , sir .
Come on , son , you ' re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point .
Fine , then ! If that ' s the way you feel , so be it . But you ' re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ' m going to go hit up Mum for the cash .
You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake .
Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it .
I'm terribly sorry , Rose . But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me .
No , thanks .
Thank you very much . Your food will be ready soon .
Thank you .
If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much .
I often feel so tired .
You better do some exercise every morning .
I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me .
Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice .
I ' m so happy to hear that ! I knew we belong together . I love you so much .
Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ?
Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have . What department are you in ?
History .
Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing . We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your
Thirty percent ?
Yes .
Wow . That's really good . And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ?
Yes . It's an excellent system .
Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ?
Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing .
I don't want Macintosh . I want PC .
I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment .
What ? Are you serious ?
Yes .
But nobody uses Macintosh !
That's not true . Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh . They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma
Yes , I'm from Taiwan .
Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular . But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used .
But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese .
There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh . Chinese is no problem for Apple .
Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry .
No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends . But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple .
Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later .
You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help .
There's no particular place that you want to look at ?
I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set .
I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like .
Please do .
I bought mine from IKEA .
Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ?
Not really , but you're paying for quality .
Well , we'll consider your proposal .
I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me .
Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers !
Bottom's up , and you're right . This meal is incredible . I wish I had known this restaurant before . Thanks for bringing me here . I know I'll be back soon .
If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner .
... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model .
Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now .
I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ?
We can certainly give you faster turn around , but it will cost you extra .
Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ?
So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ?
Maybe not , thank you all the same then .
OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now .
Thanks . Yes ... that's all in order . What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank . As soon as we know anything , we'll contact you .
Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket .
I'll keep that in mind .
One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat .
I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ?
Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ' ll have to return them to the company .
What's the extension number for my phone ?
The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that .
Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ?
Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business .
I understand .
When you settle down , I'll show you around and introduce you to the department managers .
That ' s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ' t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that .
That seems a bit unstable don ' t you think ?
Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank .
I ' Ve been thinking of doing that lately ! I don ' t want some banker to run off with my money !
At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ?
My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken .
There's the difference , your wife made it ! I have to make my own lunch !
Right , that's fine . I'd like it to get there as quickly as possible .
It ' s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ' t .
But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too .
Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do .
That sounds easy enough .
Sure . Once you get the hang of it , it ' s a piece of cake ! It ' s nothing to worry about .
Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon .
That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ' s assuming you don ' t mind if I call you sometime .
Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 .
ok , got it . I ' ll call you sometime next week .
Fine .
It ' s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon .
I hope so , too . Bye ! Ben .
How do I sign up ?
If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms .
Great !
So we can't really go anywhere , can we ?
I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates .
I brought some cards . Are you up for a long game ?
Don't mention it .
When you miss a day of school , I'll be happy to give you the English assignments .
That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow .
There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times .
What kinds of clubs ?
Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 .
I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me .
Okay .
I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains .
Thank you for thinking of that .
Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer .
That is a good idea .
I'll take care of taking the survey and get back to you with the answers .
Exactly my understanding .
A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ?
Yes , I have .
Do you have any questions ?
Just one . I noticed an item about flextime . Is that a possibility for me ?
Yes it is , but you ' ll have to discuss the details with your manager .
Good . Now , if you ' ll just sign here , you can start work in 3 days .
No , everything has to be perfect .
No problem , I'll just get the form for you .
That ' s fine .
Please fill out this application .
Then what do I do ?
I just need to take your picture .
How long will it take for my passport to be ready ?
You will get it in a few weeks .
That ' s perfect .
We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program .
Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ?
It might seem that way , but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research . These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about .
If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent .
It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs .
You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want .
OK . I know what to do now . Thank you .
That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ?
Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now .
There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend .
I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else .
How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done .
That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help .
Don't mention it .
We are open until 10 but our last order for dinner is at 9:30 pm .
Fine . Well be there before then .
Thank you , sir . We look forward to welcoming you .
I would recommend DEL .
So that one better ?
It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone .
What do you mean by that ?
DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is .
So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ?
That's correct . With DEL you can do both .
I got it as a gift so I couldn't take it back . Good luck ! I hope it will fit you !
Yes , I think she will .
Why do you want to leave your present job ?
Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay .
I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ?
Yes . It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago .
I am awfully sorry . I didn't think you would mind so much .
Never do that again .
I promise .
Could you put it in detail ?
Well . We plan to contact www . on-line advertising . com . cn and Shanghai Morning Newspaper to discuss the advertisement schedule .
I think the idea is very good . In the promotion campaign , two or more media are used together , so as to draw customers ' attention and keep hold their attention to larger extent .
What kind of media do you recommend ?
I think TV is also an effective media , as long as our company is willing to spend more money on it .
Well . Arden just mentioned the paper and the on-sales . And I can talk about TV with him later , because TV promotion gets more and more popular among consumers .
I also think good advertising is essential to call attention to a product and introduce our L-series products . Meanwhile , ads are also the representation of the company's image .
I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ' s quite expensive in my country , so I don ' t eat it often .
Why is it relatively expensive ?
Because we don ' t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries .
I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country .
We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ' s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket .
Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ' s very rare in mine .
A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables . Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years . I prefer to buy fresh vegetables .
Thanks . That would be really helpful .
But remember , be careful when you ride a bike . The traffic in Beijing can be dangerous .
To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ' s so boring !
That ' s too bad . How was your English teacher ?
She was great . In today ' s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing .
Where is she from ?
She said that she ' s from a small town in the middle of America .
Were you able to understand everything that she said ?
Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ' t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her .
She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ' ll pass her class ?
Yes ... with flying colors !
What does that mean ?
It ' s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well !
If you like the class this much already , I ' m sure you will .
I hope so .
did she give you any homework ?
not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework ,
no wonder you like the class so much .
It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time .
Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time .
Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap .
Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ?
To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways .
You mean there may be credit problems ?
Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided .
Will you give some suggestion ?
Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website .
Thanks . Maybe I will do business through Internet in the future .
It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big .
It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ?
I always make time for family .
I'm fine , Mom . Remember Holly ? This is her roommate , Yi-jun ..
excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor .
the port is exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ?
yes . You always have a good nose for wines .
next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine .
oh , what's that ?
it's made from naturally frozen grapes .
why not ? It sounds great .
oh , here's to your health .
thanks . Cheers .
cheers .
I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me .
And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work .
I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them .
Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience .
Thank you so much .
And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge .
That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books .
We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books .
Well , I will do it better .
If you have any problem in your work , let me know .
Thanks very much . I promise I will work harder .
Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight .
Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue .
An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad .
I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ?
Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night .
Yeah , definitely , tomorrow night .
A little , but the rush was worth it .
Tell me about it .
We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us .
500 feet ! I would never be able to do that .
Yeah , It was scary , but exhilarating .
Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ?
I ' Ve already got it . Thanks .
I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ?
I will .
I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake !
Why ?
He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile .
I guess you think twice next time he comes .
You can say that again .
So how long has he here for ?
Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming .
Well , I know you do the right thing .
Actually , I ' Ve got something scheduled on Monday . Can she do Tuesday ?
Sure , Tuesday ' s perfect . May I ask where you ' re calling from ?
Sure , Merton Financial Advisors .
Oh , actually , Tuesday ' s no good . Sorry about that .
That ' s sounds great .
Ok . How about give me a ring , then ?
No . I ' d better not .
Why not ?
Because I don ' t think my husband would like it . Thank you for inviting me anyway .
Yes . I did some work on that , and I found out some really interesting things about the conductivity of liquid helium . I was sure I had a great discovery until my teacher told me the same discovery already made twenty years ago . I think the most important thing , I learnt though , was the importance of keeping good records .
Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum .
Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle .
Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle .
Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one .
That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ?
Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too .
I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is .
I ' m glad . We have only about twenty things here , and I ' m in a hurry to get home .
Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far .
If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline .
Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition .
I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill .
Good idea . Remember to eat healthily too . The trainers at the fitness centre will be able to advise you on your diet .
What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ?
You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them .
OK . Thank you very much for your trouble .
No trouble at all . So long .
I went to Harvard University .
Did you ? And what course did you take there ?
God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ?
I've not known . Perhaps , I've got a bad memory .
I did a B . A . in economics . Remember ?
Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A .
No problem , sir .
Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ?
We remain open from 9am till 8p m .
I see .
Here is your laundry ticket , sir .
Thank you . I'd like to get my laundry .
Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket , please ?
Here you are .
Yes , they are ready to go .
Can you sew on these buttons ?
No problem .
How much for the shirts ?
10 dollars .
Here is the money , keep the change .
Thank you , bye .
What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ' m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ' s absurd !
I am sorry , sir , there ' s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either . Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big .
Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this .
Let ' s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars .
That ' s more than my round-trip ticket !
Why can't you just let me off with a warning ?
It's just a ticket .
How much is the fine ?
The judge will let you know .
I have to be at court ?
Of course .
All right . Just give me the ticket .
Don ' t bother . I will help myself .
Make yourself at home .
It is such a nice place .
Well , I don ' t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen .
I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground .
There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ?
I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell .
You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait .
If I were the man making the decisions , you could get in line tomorrow . I strongly support ordinary people going into space . Unfortunately , I don't think it will be in the near future .
And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies . I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions .
Yeah , well , that was some good advice . You made some really good points .
Well , I just wanted to say well done . Really you did a great job .
Here's the hotel .
How much is the fare ?
That's 10 dollars .
No way , Mary . I'm going to let you go first . I don't want the pressure of putting first .
We have just 10 days for the vacation .
Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy .
How about Sichuan food ?
Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently .
Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ?
I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor .
Thank you .
It's my pleasure .
A crazy language ? Why do you say that ?
One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings .
No wonder you say English is a crazy language .
Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here .
Nope .
I have been yearning for a job as a stewardess in an airline like yours .
I've got whiskey and brandy but I need some beer and soda . That ' s all .
I dislike it most .
Why ?
Because the hottest season is summer in a year .
But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons .
Well , here are the notes .
Are there any more ?
Sorry , here you go .
Thanks a lot .
No problem .
Of course , I will .
Yes . We enjoyed ourselves very much . Have you traveled much , Luke ?
No , my wife doesn ' t like traveling . We haven ' t been traveling for more than ten years . The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married . We spent our honeymoon in the Alps .
I was part of a band in school .
You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ?
Come on ! This is work . Don't you think that would be a little weird ?
I think she just likes to make us miserable .
You could be right .
I work downtown at station 24 . It can get a little crazy sometimes but that ' s what makes it challenging .
That's right .
Well , you have fun .
I will have fun .
But you may have some trouble convincing the kids .
Actual 1y , it was their idea first .
Now we know that they realize the real meaning of Christmas .
I ' m sure you ' ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country .
I ' m sure I will .
Have a nice journey , Lily .
Thank you , David .
My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection .
Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ?
I think it ' s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to .
I like being able to buy newspapers and magazines at the post office . It means that I don ' t need to go to two places
We have an appointment for this afternoon . Mr . Chen will know why I'm calling .
Of course , Please hold the line Mr . Hunter .
No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so .
I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer .
OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight .
How long before I find out what their decision is ?
By now , the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept . It will go quickly .
What do you mean by something different ?
I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language .
I'm really sorry . But I understand .
Thank you , manager .
Our first choice would be 7
How many guests will be in your party ?
Four of us will be coming .
Please just give me your name , and at 7
Great ! Our last name is Foster .
Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7
I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant . Thank you for your help .
What kind of ground beef do you want ?
I'm going to need extra lean ground beef .
I can get that for you .
Thanks so much .
You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you .
Thanks for everything .
Yes , I ' m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ' t know why Chinese sometimes would do this .
You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ' s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ' t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer .
But you know if he brought it or not , right ?
Yeah , after all the explanations like , it ' s too heavy , I was in a hurry ... whatever .
I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and requirements .
It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client .
Yes . That ' s why we have everything on computer files . We don ' t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint from a client .
I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ?
Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour .
You certainly had a busy day .
That ' s not all ! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss . In the end , I finished everything . I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning .
Sure . The total comes to twelve dollars and eighty cents .
By the way , how much does it cost to send a package to Taiwan ?
That depends on the weight .
I see .
I expect to operate computers .
What are your plans for the future ?
I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future .
How long does it take to get here from your home ?
It's a twenty-minute bus ride .
How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ?
I ' ll work here as long as you expect me to .
You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ?
I ' Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work .
Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ' Ve had a child ?
I think so .
What ideas do you have if we employ you ?
Ever since I was a young girl , I ' Ve been clever with my hands . I ' Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ?
I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ' ll make my plan . And then I ' ll go with all my effort to see it is realized .
If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ?
I ' ll report it honestly . I ' ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail .
What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ?
People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ' t mind work over spare time if it is paid for .
What are your expectations from working on this job ?
Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing .
If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ?
I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ' t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher .
If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ?
I will feel it is a pity . But I will not feel so bad . I will go for other interviews until I am employed satisfactorily . Hopefully before I find another position , you will call me back .
It's 38 dollars .
All right . Here's 40 dollars .
Here's your ticket and change .
Thank you . Which gate should I go to for the bus ?
Go to gate number 2 , please .
Thank you very much .
Don't mention it .
It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street .
Oh , yes . I know where it is .
Don't worry . We will look it for you right now .
Thank you .
Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia .
That ' s right .
Who ' s this ?
Guess !
It ' s not you , is it ?
That ' s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home .
Why did you shave it off ?
My wife didn ' t like it !
Ok . And I ' d like to check these books out .
All right . They ' re due back next Wednesday .
Thanks for your help .
The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't .
The officer wouldn't lie about that .
He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it .
There was no picture taken of your license plate ?
I don't believe it took my picture .
I'm just going to let you go .
I appreciate that .
That is so lucky of you .
Why ?
You turned 18 a month before the election .
I didn ' t think of it that way .
Are you serious ?
Seriously , but I ' m excited that I did .
Congratulations on being a part of history .
That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life .
How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage .
He's going to make the opening speech .
While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV .
Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ' t think so !
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation .
What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice .
As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it .
You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help .
We'll discuss this when you place your order with us .
Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ?
Then I'll accept it with thanks .
It is ok with me . I enjoy being busy and learning new things .
Good , thanks . I look forward to hearing from you .
The night life there . It's so romantic !
Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ?
I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season .
Sounds exciting . I can't wait .
Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now .
You ' re welcome . Bye .
Whatever . I wish people would just leave me alone !
Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake .
But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ?
Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude .
Is that why she wouldn ' t look at me in the meeting ?
I think it's highly possible , yes .
The meeting really didn ' t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country .
That's a good idea . When you don ' t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone .
That's so true . It's great that we see eye to eye on this .
Do you still remember the small restaurant at the corner of the street ?
Of course . That was the best pasta I've ever had .
I ate so much that I wasn't hungry until afternoon the next day .
If only we could eat there once more !
Maybe we can come here again next summer .
Hope the restaurant is still there .
Hey , what's the time ?
Oh , my god ! Only two hours left before the plane takes off . We need to be at the airport now .
Don't worry . We can call a cab . It'll be alright .
You are absolutely right .
I'd like to come back next weekend .
That's exactly the way I feel .
No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful .
How about a love story then ?
No , romance is boring .
What's you opinion ?
Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ?
Really ?
Certainly . Is there anything wrong ?
No , but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie .
What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ?
Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack .
No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl .
The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him .
And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection .
Well , if you want to help your friend , you should do something about it .
I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices .
Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice .
I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please .
That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner .
Please bring our salads to us now . We are hungry !
Well it ' s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK .
Wow , that is cheap . Thank you very much .
That ' s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ?
Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ' re pretty satisfied with it .
Is the house pretty run-down .
Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her .
Was it a very old house ?
It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ' t take a lot of money or time .
Is it in a good location ?
The area can be a bit rough in the evenings , but the neighbors watch out for each other , so it ' s ok .
Oh , dear , I'm so happy .
Me , too .
There you go .
Yes , there is . See you then .
oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well .
don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ?
ok .
great . i am your lucky fellow then .
Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better .
Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper .
Here you are . Taste the French fries .
They're soft .
Would you like some more ?
No more , thank you .
Here is to our friendship and health !
Bottom is up .
I , ah ... , I got have late .
Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ?
Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ...
Have you got it now ?
Yes , I found it again .
When ?
This morning . I mean ...
I am not convinced by your explanation .
So confusing ! In my day we got an A or B if we were doing well and if we failed an exam we would get an F !
Thanks . What ' s your name and phone number , please ?
My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 .
Thank you . I ' ll put the call through for you . Hold on the line , please .
I see .
So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment .
Oh , that's funny !
Hang on , I haven't finished yet .
Oh , sorry .
Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . " If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , " he said . The Scotsman brought a map . " If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . " The Irishman had brought a car door .
A car door ? You mean just one car door ?
Yep . A car door . " Why the door ? " the others asked him . " Well , " he said , " If it gets hot , we can open the window . " Do you get it ?
Well ...
From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives .
Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money .
It's a great place to work . They give you fair pay and benefits , and a lot of room to grow . I think if they off you a job , you should definitely take it .
I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation .
How long do you expect her to live ?
About half a year .
It can be hard , and there are certain sacrifices you have to make .
Like what ? I assume that there's no privacy .
That's one . Another is the lack of personal property . Everything you have , from toys to clothes , is used by your brothers and sisters . Especially clothes . Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs .
And the age gap is also annoying . There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me . We have nothing in common .
Same problem here . There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family . The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college .
Good . See you later .
Thank you . Good-bye .
I would get DEL if I were you .
DEL is better than dial-up ?
It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line .
I'm not sure what that means .
Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL .
That'll make it impossible for me to use .
Exactly . With DEL you don't have that problem .
I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ?
What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ?
Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs !
There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs .
Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items .
I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now .
Sir , housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily .
I think a bottle of champagne would be a good idea . It ' s appetizing and tasty .
Well , if you say so . Personally speaking , I ' d rather die of thirst than drink champagne .
Sprite with ice , please .
OK . Here you are .
Thank you .
Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ?
Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it .
That's correct . Thank you very much .
What about Wi-fi ?
Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home .
One last thing . Is it waterproof ?
I used to work for a shipping company for six years , and I am quite familiar with some managers . Would your like to meet them ?
It depends on how much you order
Can I use the FAS terms ?
I'd rather use the CIF terms . You ' re welcome to come to talk about it in detail with your general manager and sign a contract .
And the bank will offer you loans for twenty years !
Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ?
There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief !
I apologize . One moment , please , while I transfer you to my supervisor .
They are . We definitely see eye-to eye on my enhanced performance being a win-win situation for everyone involved .
Do you know what they are playing ?
They're doing a seventeenth-century program .
And who is directing ?
Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance .
We offer a complementary breakfast buffet and free parking .
Good . Let me give you my credit card number to reserve a room .
Thank you . Your confirmation number is 611273 .
And Roman really loves life . He knows how to enjoy himself .
Not always . But they like good meal .
Really ?
How can I go there to have a taste ?
By air of course .
Okay . I ' ll pick you up around 6
I ' ll be ready .
I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific .
I never took that yet . If that was your favorite , I think I will check it out .
If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ?
I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then .
Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat .
That's pretty messed up .
Why don't you just go home and eat ?
I don't want to go all the way home just to eat .
Well , I guess you're out of luck .
They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival .
Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it .
It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life .
Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth .
Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter .
There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ?
Let me have a look . Oh , no . They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene .
Which is more expensive ?
But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train .
Now . Have you ever thought of going by express bus ?
Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it .
Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ?
Sure . What time would you like to come ?
How about 10 am ?
Good , May I have your name , please ?
My name is Blanca .
Thanks for calling , Blanca . I'll see you tomorrow .
Can't hurt to try . Carpe diem . Who can say if we'll be here tomorrow or not ?
Well , I don't often use them , I wouldn't really know .
I'd be glad to .
Here's 30 . Keep the change .
Thank you very much , ma'am , but we don't take tips in China .
I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ?
Always .
Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ?
This is just right for me . I'll take this one .
Beer , please . Oh , there are so many dishes .
I'm glad you like them .. . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation . Let's drink to our friendship .
Let's hope for good cooperation between us .
You're right ! I will call him this weekend and meet him .
That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for .
Yes , certainly . You have the receipt ?
Yes , I do .
Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it .
Thank you so much .
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
I thought the starting salary is too low .
What is the lowest salary you may consider ?
I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family .
That ' s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ?
No problem . Thank you for hiring me , I am very proud to be employed by your company and I will come in at eight o ' clock sharp Monday .
So what ?
It began the night before last .
You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom
Lots of people are ill at the moment .
It's this cold weather we're having .
Sure .
Yes , Mr . Mason . I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry . She said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She should be with you shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ?
That would be very nice . Thank you .
Right this way , Mr . Mason . We can start with our front office . When Ms . Terry is ready , you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor . There is a conference room already prepared .
Could you tell me how much I owe ?
You owe $ 235 . 13 in fees .
I can ' t believe that .
When will you be paying these fees off ?
I ' ll pay them off right now .
Cash or check ?
I will pay with cash .
Yes . Each apartment has one .
Are there any parking lots for the tenants ?
Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month .
Is there an alarm system in the apartment ?
Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago .
Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ?
Of course we do . It is the landlord ' s responsibility .
Are smoke detectors provided ?
Yes .
It ' s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact .
Thank you for saying so .
What would you let me do now ?
You are free . You can go now .
Really ? You are so kind .
I'll do with the cake .
No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal .
The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better .
You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality .
Oh , it's delicious ...
I did clerical stuff and ran errands .
In this office , we encourage full attendance by offering a bonus . If you take any leaves , we'll deduct money from your salary .
May I know about the office hours ?
Office hours are nine to five-thirty . One hour for lunch . Do you have any questions ?
Er , may I know how much I will be paid monthly ?
We'll give you about 3000 to start . There'll be a trial period of three month . After six months , we'll have a job performance review and consider giving you a raise .
When will I know your decision ?
I'll call you in a day or two , did you write down your phone number on your resume ?
Yes , I did . Can you call after 7 p . m . ? I'm usually out in the daytime .
All right . Good-bye .
Good-bye .
Here ? And here ?
That's right . How much do you want to pay in ?
1,000 RIB .
Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too .
It's an important birthday .
that doesn ' t sound like a great present .
maybe not , but my iron was getting old . In fact , it stopped working the week after jim bought me the new one . It ' s as if he knew that my old iron would soon stop working !
let ' s think . He loves football , doesn ' t he ? I saw signed photographs of famous footballers in a shop near hear . Let ' s go and have a look . You know which team he supports , don ' t you ?
yes , I do . Let ' s go . We should be able to find something suitable . We should get him something old ... something historic .
it ' ll be an expensive present , but we can share the cost .
I ' ll be happy to get him something special , even if it coasts a little extra .
yes . He always get us special gift . We should repay his kindness .
I don't think it will spoil our trip .
It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains .
Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads .
That's a good idea !
Did you ? I didn't notice that . But still you should know it , for you have seen it with Laura before .
I guess I've done the same thing last time I was here with her , too . I mean falling asleep . For me , this one is not that attractive .
Then I doubt if you like operas at all .
Yes . I like Carmen very much . But I don't mind if you want to tell me about this one .
OK , then . The man was old and he was visiting his wife's grave , with a rose in his hand . When he got there , he saw someone already put a rose on her grave .
Very impressive . And I do like the leading actress who has an amazing voice .
Me , too . There was always a good round of applause every time she sings .
Yes , the applause ! That was what kept waking me up during the show .
And it's been such a faultless performance with the perfect lighting , and music . Just amazing !
No doubt , it's not a simple thing to put on a ' phantom show ' .
Exactly .
Men are like that you know . They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness .
I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ' t always this grouchy you know ...
Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ' t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one !
You are something else you know that ?
Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ?
That ' s fine .
I appreciate it .
Would you like to make a withdrawal ?
That ' s all for today .
I ' ll just cancel your account right now .
I greatly appreciate your help .
I am going to be a , well , I hope to be a research chemist .
No problem .
Thanks a lot , bye bye .
You are welcome , bye .
oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day .
no . those you have to provide for yourself .
what do most of the students do ?
well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f
then , I might as well have them made .
Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty .
hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin .
it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' .
here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ?
Certainly . Ok , got you .
Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar !
Is that why you missed work today ?
Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times .
Www !
I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ' m never gonna drink again !
Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ' s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go .
Oh , yeah . I ' m there !
I must go to the greengrocer's . We haven ; t got many tomatoes , but we've got a lot of potatoes . I must go to the butcher's , too . We need some meat . We haven't got any meat at all .
Have we got any beer and wine ?
No , we haven't . And I'm not going to get any !
I hope that you've got some money .
I haven't got much .
Well , I haven't got much either !
Okay , throw in a piece of that pie then .
Is this to stay or to go ?
I'm in a bit of a hurry today , so we'd better make it to go . Thanks for asking .
That is a relief . It's a good thing we moved .
What's so great about it ?
It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances .
What appliances ?
It comes with an ice maker , water dispenser , and there is a lot of room inside .
May I see the inside for myself ?
Be my guest .
Wow ! You're right ! This refrigerator is great . I'll take it .
How much is it ?
$ 60 . The price is reasonable for its large quantity . What's more , there are some gifts attaching for you .
Sounds good . What are the gifts attaching ?
You can take one tonic or hand cream .
I will choose the tonic .
No problem . You can try this kind of gel which can prevent freckle , the effect will be better if you use this powder foundation applied with it .
That's the very thing I want .
I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat .
Oh doctor , I feel so foolish .
Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits .
I know doctor , thank you so much .
Candlelight in the Window
Should we go see it ?
I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies .
How about ' Run of the Mill ? '
No . I heard that's really boring .
Why don't we go to a concert instead ?
Great idea !
Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou .
How long will it take to get there ?
About fifteen hours .
No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ?
Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide .
Very well . Just take your time .
I don't care . I need money .
Surely you'll be paid extra for overtime , but do you think it's really worth ?
Yes , I think so . When I work overtime I'm paid time and a half .
Oh , yes . Money comes faster in that way than otherwise .
But jobs with a lot of overtime are quite limited . Employers usually don't like to pay for overtime if they can manage .
That's true .
That's fine . See you then .
You ' d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ' s not something you can just walk into .
My uncle owns a farm and I ' Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields .
Well , I ' d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ' d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while .
Well , I guess we ' ll just have to wait and see .
Thanks , honey , that was a great meal . I ' m stuffed . Do we have any chips left ?
I went back for it . But it was already gone .
That ' s too bad . I ' m sorry to hear that .
Surely of course . Give me your card please .
One of my relatives told me that your company needs someone who can speak English . That's just the job that I have been looking for
Well I ' m definitely a team player as well as being highly self-motivated . I believe this company can fulfill my long-term goals and offer me great upward mobility . Therefore you will find in me
Good for you , keep it up .
Bye .
Well , keep a low profile .
You won a lottery ? Don ' t beat around the bush , just tell me , please .
Ok , I lost 5 pounds .
That's what we thought , sir . That's what the news reported . But there was one little mudslide in our district too . Right above our site .
Oh , that's terrible ! What bad luck ! I wish we had never come to this country . But , if it isn't the strikes and the revolutionaries , it's the earthquakes . Our operations here are finished !
I'm sorry , sir .
It's not your fault , Yuri . But tell me . When will Ivan be able to get out there ?
Well , it took me about nine hours to get back here by car . If Ivan leaves tonight , I think he should be there by tomorrow lunch .
Good . I want an estimate of damages as soon as possible .
But sir ...
Yes , Yuri ?
I wouldn't recommend sending Ivan now . Especially not at night . The roads aren't safe .
Has the earthquake damaged the bridges too ?
No , sir . The bridges are fine . But I've heard rumors that the revolutionaries are coming down from the mountains . There has been fighting , sir .
Are you serious ? Fighting ? But I didn't hear anything on the news .
You know the government controls the press here , sir . They don't want it reported .
Oh , this is terrible , Yuri . Terrible ! So we can't even assess the damages . How can we do business in this country ? Either we're buried under mud , or we're in danger of getting kidnapped . No , I can't believe this mess !
I'm sorry , sir .
You don't have to keep saying that , Yuri . It's not your fault . But me--I'm the one who should be sorry . It was me who suggested operations here in the first place ! Oh , what can we do ?
I think that's what I want . How much is it ?
It's 75 dollars plus tax .
It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ?
Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer .
That's good . Could you wrap it for me ?
Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ?
No , that should be it . Thank you !
I'm very sorry . But Mr . stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That'll be fine .
Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ?
I'm not sure .
When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express .
Do they do a good job on the food ?
The food isn't bad there .
I think I will get my food from Panda Express , too .
( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents !
Here ! Open mine first .
Wow ! It's just what I wanted !
Hey ! Why don't I have any presents !
I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday .
Oh ... that's too bad .
Yeah . I really like Lesley .
Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well .
Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ?
At eight sharp . How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ?
That sounds perfect . And let's go out for coffee after the show .
Sure !
See you at seven fifteen , Saturday .
I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful .
They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap .
I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ?
Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing .
I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself .
Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ?
Yeah , it sure would .
No .
Would you mind telling me then -- what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ?
You got me .
Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ' s a very good thing that a young man -- after he ' s done some very good work -- should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person should want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass .
I have also got them ready for the lecture .
Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests .
Sure .
How would you seat them ?
I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ?
Well , after the half of the meeting , there will be an interval for rest and refreshment .
I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit . Please have a pleasant trip home .
yeah , it ' s fair to say so .
Oh , yeah ? Which team ?
The Rockets .
Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later .
All right , see you later .
There must be a mistake .
Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid .
Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it .
Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it
Of course I did . Here is the receipt .
Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir .
That's all right .
Well , I am really surprised . By the way , have you done anything behind my back ?
No . The only thing I've ever done behind your back is zipping you up .
I like that joke , but I hope it's true .
That is fine .
I don't remember .
What was your speed then ?
40 miles per hour .
Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ?
Just straight .
OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ?
No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern .
No problem , Miss .
Whoa , when .
Enjoy your drink , sir .
And others directly from New York .
So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready .
Because you're going to love this show !
Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor .
I see .
Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then .
I'll see you then .
Looking forward to meeting with you !
Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course .
Could you tell something about the job ?
Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints .
Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well .
Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty .
My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie .
What's it about ?
It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy .
I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life .
Let's go . The time is coming .
We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema .
Be careful of yourself .
I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ?
Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa .
I ' ll put it on my Visa card , then .
Very well , ma ' am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ' s rejected .
There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard .
Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199 . 00 , sign here , please .
Sure .
Here you go , and here ' s your receipt . Have a nice day .
Thanks . You have a good one , too .
All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful
But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ?
If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again .
It ' s a pleasant dream , but everything depends on if !
That ' s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ' s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ' t mind too much .
Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ' t be surprised if they went to the party too .
I ' m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast !
Well , don ' t be late . I ' ll see you on Friday at helen ' s .
Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me .
Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ?
I will start my work at the beginning of next month .
It ' s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south .
According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ' s the motorway that goes around the edge of London .
That ' s another 15 miles , so that ' s 22 miles total so far .
Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction !
Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 .
Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ' s the total distance ?
The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ?
22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ' s a total of 58 miles , isn ' t it ?
It shouldn ' t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way .
We can only go fast on the motor ways if there isn ' t much traffic . I think we should allow ourselves plenty of time to get there . Being early is much better than being late .
Thank you so much .
His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ?
He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money .
Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ?
No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise .
What a lucky man .
He still has a complaint though .
What's that ?
He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop .
The poor thing . It must be difficult being him .
You can say that again .
yeah , but I ' m not there for fun . I have to remain professional and if I get distracted , the manager would be pretty upset .
that ' s true . I ' m wondering did you learn anything from the job ?
of course . There ' s always much to learn . I got to know more about the real world .
you mean you got working experience , right ?
not just working experience . I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life .
it must be very demanding .
sometimes it is . But after working for a few weeks , it ' s easy to figure out .
really ? It sounds interesting .
maybe you can come to the bar one day and I ' ll show you around .
great . I ' m looking forward to it .
When I deleted the $ 10 , the computer automatically added a $ 2 service charge .
Are you crazy ? You made the mistake and now you're charging me for your mistake ?
Sir , if it makes you feel any better , the $ 2 service fee used to be $ 5 .
Why don't you just stick a gun in my ribs and take everything I have ?
Unfortunately , sir , you'll have to pay the $ 2 , whether you like it or not .
It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer .
How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ?
The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving .
Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ?
There really isn ' t anything else to do right now except wait . You are already pre-qualified for your loan .
Say hi to your family for me .
Thanks , I will , byebye !
Oh , dear ! I'll do whatever I can .
Why don't you try and give it up ?
I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use .
It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though .
That ' s too bad . How long was the flight ?
It was 10 hours .
Did you have a layover ?
Yes , in Paris , France .
Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ?
Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate -- one for me and one for you !
Oh , you didn ' t have to ...
It was nothing .
And ?
Before disembarkation , please get ready .
All right .
By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship .
Thank you for your reminding .
You will see the beautiful city .
I can't wait to see it .
Yes , but why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ?
Yes . I'd delighted if you did .
I thought I did .
I ' ll check for you .
Thank you very much .
It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account .
That can ' t be right !
That ' s what my computer is showing .
All right . Thank you very much .
I graduated from Beijing College of Foreign Trade . My major was International Trade .
Do you have any experience in this field ?
Yes , I have been working in Lush Insurance Company for four years .
OK . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ?
Yes .
OK . I will accept you for a three months-period of probation . Is this satisfactory ?
Yes .
Well , I am gaining weight these days , and I have to watch my calories .
No , thanks .
And vegetables with porridge .
Blah ... What's that ?
This is all your medicine . You need to take it four times a day for three days straight .
I can't say I agree .
You're kidding . The storyline and acting were outstanding .
I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed .
It might be .
Where would you like me to pick you up ?
I will meet you at the real estate office .
I am thinking of looking at three houses , and it will take about two hours .
That sounds good to me .
Once I contact the owners and confirm the times , I will e-mail you a schedule .
It's a black leather one . There are my credit card and ID and some money .
That ' s fine .
Don ' t forget to bring your health card with you .
I ' ll bring the card . Thank you very much .
You ' re welcome .
Because I would like to get a job in which I can have good opportunity for advancement , and the job was not challenging enough .
Have you applied for work with any other companies ?
Yes , I applied with another company , but that was just to get experience in being interviewed .
If you are accepted at both places , which company will you choose ?
This one , of course . Your company is my first choice . I want to work for you .
Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles .
Did you catch anything ?
Yes , but I threw them back .
How about Joining our summer camp next week ?
Great ! I can't wait .
She's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand .
Is there someone else I can talk to ?
She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ?
Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me .
Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ?
I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda .
I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ?
That will be fine .
Ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 then . See you then .
You need it to pay your fine .
Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ?
Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are .
Okay , I think I understand .
All right , come back and bring your ID .
So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ?
Once you pay it , your record will be cleared .
I know , but hard work pays off . You know .
What do you mean ?
Maybe now I'll get that promotion I was hoping for .
You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures .
Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one .
Yes , that one is very nice .
Now , does this come with a warranty ?
I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances .
That doesn't surprise me .
Even if it doesn't work , it's a beautiful collectible .
That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling .
But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing .
But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps .
But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken .
I don't think the stevedores could have handled them with great care .
Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this .
Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else .
I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground .
I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % .
Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat .
Then you'll have to think of something better , Robert .
I'm glad you enjoy it .
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn ' t mention to your biological father .
I don ' t know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don ' t have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother ' s mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was meant to be .
Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with .
Why not ?
My date may not be my type .
So then why would you ask them out in the first place ?
I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type .
Sounds like a huge waste of time to me .
Now that I think about it , it really is sometimes .
How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun .
Ok . I'll give it a try .
That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class .
Ok . See you tomorrow .
I got it . Thank you so much .
You ' re welcome .
No , thank you .
Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you .
No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know .
Take a look at this dress ! Don't you think it's perfect for you , ma'am ? Uh , where are you going , ma'am ? Ma'am ?
No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in .
How much is your profit margin then ?
Our profit margin is in the neighborhood of 20 % .
No kidding ! I can't believe this . You devil !
It's kind of cool , isn't it ? I'm sort of like a secret agent .
Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take-offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired .
Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you .
Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible .
So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall .
I am sure we will . Actually , we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder .
Come this way , please . The coach is waiting outside .
Fine , let's go .
That ' s all I need .
Do you have your library card ?
Here it is .
Make sure to take proper care of this video .
That won ' t be a problem .
If you damage the video , you will be fined .
I won ' t damage it .
They what ?
They took full advantage of the lights being out .
That's crazy .
The news reported that four stores were broken into .
Were the looters found ?
The police don't know who did it .
I hope this doesn't happen again .
You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule .
What ? Why didn ' t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ?
When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau .
What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me !
I ' m sorry , I wasn ' t supposed to meet you . I wasn ' t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real .
I can ' t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ' t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car !
Veronica , wait !
This is Mr . William .
Can you spell that , please ?
William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M .
Thank you , Mr . William . Goodbye .
Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there .
It looks like you guys work hard .
I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard . Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices .
Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs .
Sure thing .
I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not .
I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes .
You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed .
I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes .
I don't want you to be late for school today .
I'm not going to be late today .
Fine , five more minutes .
Thank you .
You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ?
We have plenty of money for office supplies .
You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ?
I want to pick them up .
Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day !
You too !
Could you tell me why you want to quit ?
I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues .
Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out .
I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay .
OK . I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you . However , I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay .
it's almost exactly the same . I think it's a hilarious show .
what are you watching now ?
they're just showing highlights of American Idol from last night right now .
I can't stand American Idol ! I think it's really over-rated .
I couldn't agree with you more .
have you got satellite , cable , or digital TV ?
we have digital TV . It's amazing though---even with 100 channels , there's often nothing on that I'd want to watch !
do you watch a lot of TV then ?
I guess so . I'm bit of a couch potato . How about you ?
I don't have a TV at home , so I rarely watch anything . Is there anything worth watching after the office ?
there's actually a documentary on the history channel later on that I'd like to watch . Do you want to stay and watch it with me ?
why not ? I don't have anything better to do !
They ' re nice .
OK , OK . I ' m feeling a little dehydrated . Let ' s get something to drink .
The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day .
What about the weather in Boston ?
I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter .
Is it very cold in winter ?
Yes , it is . But it's nice in spring and fall .
What do you think of this job ?
I am not familiar with the medicine industry , and I don't think it fits me well .
Then how about the others ?
Another is about electronic commerce , and its products are mainly large machinery equipments .
I have heard about electronic commerce , and many people say it has good prospects for development .
I also feel it's nice . I want to give it a try .
Come on ! I believe you will succeed .
Thanks . You can also seek job information on the Internet .
Good idea . I will think it over .
OK . Can I serve you anything else ?
Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee .
All right .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends .
Really ? What can I do ?
Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment .
Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help .
I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face .
Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick .
No problem !
I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true .
Why would the officer lie ?
I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it .
Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ?
No , my picture wasn't taken .
There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go .
Thank you very much , Your Honor .
When do you have lunch ?
From one to two .
What do you normally eat ?
We usually go to the cafeteria .
Oh , it ' s time to have lunch now .
let ' s go together .
It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you .
I'll tell you all about it next Monday .
Well , take care of yourself , and don't say I didn't warn you .
I was late getting back from the mall , but I ' m hurrying .
Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ' s only seven-fifteen . I don ' t want to be the first one there again .
Don ' t worry . We won ' t be the first .
Ha , ha ! Those days are long gone .
Either way , I only allow one missed assignment per semester . When will you be turning the make-up in ?
I'll make it up next week .
Fine , but it cannot happen again if you want an " A " in the class .
OK , I can do that .
Remember that you are in college now , not high school .
I'm free tomorrow .
I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ?
All right , see you then .
You gotta have some better deodorant .
I ' m sorry ? !
In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' .
That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail .
When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions .
At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode .
Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor .
Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer .
In short , you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview .
Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated .
No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam .
You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays .
OK . Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me .
I ' m an IT salesman .
That sounds like a good job .
It ' s very interesting actually .
Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here .
Thank you very much . Bye .
Um ... no .
Okay , but you are going to be my masterpiece !
I've got 6 packets of cigarettes and 2 bottles of champagne . Besides , I have two cameras , one is for my own use , and the other is a gift .
Well , the cigarettes and the champagne are not in excess of the duty-free allowance . But according to our law , each passenger is allowed only one camera duty-free . You ' ll have to pay duty for the other one .
Ok . Where shall I pay duty for it ?
Please wait a minute . I'll make out the duty memo ... Here you are . Take this and pay to the woman over there .
I've paid for it . Here's the receipt .
Very well . I hope you ' ll enjoy your stay in America .
Thank you .
The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires .
Are the plumbing all right ?
The plumbing seems OK , too . The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak .
The place is OK . Let ' s go there and have a look at it again .
It works better than any medicine , Lily . I'll make you a glass right now , and you'll finish it !
That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail
Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ?
I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled
So , your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper .
That ' s right . But I don ' t think there are better ways .
How about printing a warning on each cigarette packet ?
Maybe it can take effect .
Thanks for coming .
How about next time we meet at my place ? And I ' ll treat you to Chinese food . I know how much you like it . We can order in and watch video too . Anything you like , I promise .
Great idea . I ' m looking forward to it . See you then .
Well . I really do have to go .
Good night then .
See you tomorrow .
Well , I need an economy ticket .
Single or return ?
Single . How much ?
Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars .
OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ?
Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure .
OK . Thank you .
Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then ?
You seemed to be dull at that time .
But you agreed to go out with me at last .
( Smile ) I can ' t believe this for it ' s been 20 years since we got married .
So do you feel happy now ?
I couldn ' t have been any happier !
Of course , we are the happiest family in the world .
Well , I guess no one can help me but myself . For the moment , I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress .
I know your feeling . Take it easy .
It's about thirty minutes long .
Do you know where we get off at ?
There's a bus stop right behind Macy's .
Really , there's a bus stop right by the mall ?
There's a bus stop in the mall parking lot .
That's convenient .
Absolutely .
I've got something . You saw Taylor Smith ? Looks terrible , doesn't he ? I heard he ...
Yes , I speak a little French and Japanese .
I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ?
Yes . Make it out to Time After Time .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Such as ...
You know why fire crackers are set off in festival .
Why ? to welcome the new year of course .
And also to frighten away evil spirits .
Really ?
And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year .
Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . they always try to avoid tears and quarrels .
No problem . We'll bring you the towels in just a minute .
Thanks .
That's what we're here for , the human resources help you need , when and how you need it .
That's right . His voice ranges from the smooth sound of ballads to the highpowered rhythms of the Spanish Caribbean where he grew up . He has fan clubs across the world , from America to Russia , from England to Taiwan , from Norway to Australia .
Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ?
Sure . Coming right up .
Three days .
When will you be back ?
On Friday .
how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ?
my absolute favorite is ice hockey .
have you ever seen a live game ?
sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch .
I've never really understood the game .
it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching .
thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ?
not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you .
that's a good idea .
let's watch the Canadian team . They have a good manager and a great coach .
Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California .
What is he like ?
He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing .
Are you able to follow him ?
Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly .
Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher .
Absolutely ! If you come to our class , I am sure you will like him .
Sure . Does he know where to call you ?
Oh , thanks . Please tell him to call my cell-phone number .
Ok , I will .
Thank you very much .
No problem .
No , but someone said he was in the men's room puking . Follow me !
What time does it begin ?
At eight thirty .
I'll come for you at about eight .
OK , I'll be waiting .
Let me get some large curly fries .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ?
Is that everything ?
That'll be all . Thanks .
You're welcome , and your total is $ 5 . 48 .
Thank you . Here you go .
We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance .
How often is the bonus ?
You ' ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year .
Do I have training opportunities ?
We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad .
Well , I don ' t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer .
Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days .
Ok , thank you for your time and patience .
You ' re welcome .
Ten days ago .
Could Dr . Cole like to attend the party ?
Yes , he will .
That's fine .
I've got some cigars .
How many , madam ?
Two small boxes .
Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there .
Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ?
Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place .
OK . Thank you .
I ' m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position .
We have made the decision to hire you .
Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ' t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions .
I will , thank you for calling .
What's the occasion ?
There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme .
That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie .
Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ?
Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it .
Oh good .
Excellent , come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center , the one around the corner from my house . They have just the shop we need .
Ok with me . You are the boss . I will meet you downstairs after work .
I'm very sorry . But Mr . Stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away .
How about Friday afternoon ?
That will be fine .
I need to improve my English .
do you want a one-to-one private tutor or a group class ?
I think a one-to-one course will be too expensive for me , so a group class would be fine .
have you ever considered taking one of our online courses ?
I think I prefer face-to-face instruction better .
that's fine . If you want , you can sign up for a pre-sessional interview .
what's that for ?
one of our qualified teachers will interview you so that they can find a class that suits you best .
do you have a brochure about the course that I can take home to read ?
sure . Here's a brochure about out English classes that meet in the evenings .
thanks . I'll read through it tonight and get back to you tomorrow to sign up for a course .
Thanks , I'll keep that in mind .
I do , but I want meat .
Shall we have some white wine then ?
Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat .
What would you like for dessert ?
I just want to have a coffee , I think .
Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ?
No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired .
Hey , How did you know I came from America ?
Just a hunch , sir .
How much again ?
$ 59 . 95 .
That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs .
Sorry , sir .
Why not ?
Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife .
Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume .
That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY .
DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml .
It's $ 60 here .
That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ?
Of course not , sir .
OK , I'll take one .
It can be completed in four years normally .
I see . Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
Do you want to go out to eat ?
I'd like that .
So I'll see you next time .
I'm going to call you soon .
I'll talk to you later .
See you soon .
Goodbye .
Does the rent include utilities ?
No . Utilities are extra .
Where ' s the laundry room ?
It ' s on the other side of this floor .
What ' s your rule about pets ?
We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit .
How come ?
If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ' ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ' ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ' t allow pet snakes in the apartment .
who takes care of bug control ?
We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in .
Thank you very much for taking your time . I ' m still deciding . I will call you tomorrow .
Oh , I see them . Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu .
A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China .
Yes , of course . It's really worth visiting .
It depends . In some poor , underdeveloped areas , children's education is a problem . Many kids cannot afford to go to school .
That is good . He can leave you alone this time .
You know I often have to work far into the night . I need smoking to keep me awake .
Why don ' t you go to bed early and get up early ? You ' ll have the same time for work .
Thank you for your advice . I ' ll try it .
Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation .
Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true .
I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that .
Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move .
Yeah , I guess I am . Working at a university is really suits me .
Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ?
All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you .
Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ?
Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra .
That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this .
Thanks .
Smoking or non ?
Non-smoking .
What name is the reservation under ?
My name is Paul .
Ok . Please arrive at seven forty-five . We can only hold the table until 8,15 .
I'm afraid not . The tooth is too far gone . It'll have to be taken out .
Then I might as well have it out now .
You'd better wait . The gums are swollen . Take the medicine I prescribe and come back in three days .
Can you direct the place for me ?
There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there .
I see . Thank you .
You are welcome . Have a good trip !
Okay . I'll fax the itinerary to you immediately .
Well , thank you for coming .
So see you .
Bye .
Well , such things are just unavoidable in a great metropolis like Beijing . I think a still more desirable benefit is psychological . Bicycling home after work can help release your stress . Life in the offices is miserable . You just sit there in a daze , gazing at the monitor and dealing with files and documents . Why don't you give a full play to your energy after work ? Enjoy the speed on the road . Just think , you are flashing past the poles with your own energy . How great !
Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers .
I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ' s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time !
This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ' ll give you your money back !
How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news .
I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you .
But I lost the chance .
Keep working hard , and then you will get another chance of promotion someday .
What are my choices ?
The minimum time period is three months . The longer the period , the higher the interest rate . If you withdraw your money before time is up , there are penalties .
Yes . yes , I am sure .
Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ?
Quite sure . I mean that hair of hers and the voice of hers .
There you go .
Do you want cash back ?
Yes , please .
How much cash would you like ?
I want $ 150 .
Here ' s your $ 150 .
Thank you , and have a nice day .
Let's enter it !
I can't open the door .
It must be locked .
Let me ask the old woman in that reception office .
She can't answer you .
She must be deaf .
It must be a haunted house . Are you frightened ?
Frightened ? You must be joking .
Well , I guess I just wasn't paying attention to the speedometer .
Not paying attention to the speedometer ? Why not ?
Um , because I was busy talking to my friend .
On a cell phone ?
Yes , I was using a cell phone . I just bought it , so I decided to give my friend a phone call to tell him about it . While I did that I also turned on the radio and was listening to one of my favorite songs , and eating some food I had bought at a fast food restaurant , and , um ... guess I had too many distractions .
That's definitely true . I'm going to have to give you a ticket . Please remember to drive more carefully next time .
Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother .
Really ? It looks so nice .
Thank you , Please have a cup of tea .
All right .
How about some fish ?
No , thanks . I've had enough . Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish . After that , you may cut the cake .
OK . Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ?
No , just a small one . Next Let's sing " Happy Birthday " to Mary .
It is so very kind of you . I'm so moved by you .
Hello ? Yes . Someone has passed out at Connecticut Ave . and 1st St . He isn ' t breathing and does not have a pulse . Yes . My friend is performing CPR . OK . Thank you . They ' re sending an ambulance . Here , let me help .
Ok . Thanks for that !
Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ?
We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father .
I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family .
What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ?
No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later .
Sounds like it was ment to be .
Who voted for him ?
I guess the people wanted him as our new leader .
That ' s the dumbest thing that I ' Ve ever heard .
I have to tell you something else that you probably won ' t like .
What could be worse than what you just told me ?
I wasn ' t serious , because Obama got elected .
That ' s fantastic ! You really got me there .
You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while .
Should I take some medicine ?
Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please .
It's very kind of you .
You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery . Goodbye .
She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do .
Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ?
If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it .
You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ?
She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined .
I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students .
Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Really ? Doesn ' t every teacher have a teacher ' s pet ?
Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ' t treat me any differently . She really didn ' t have any teacher ' s pets .
Do you know what she is doing now ?
As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ' s book .
Have you ever read one of the books ?
Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books .
Why don ' t you recommend one to me ?
ok ! I ' ll bring one to you next time .
I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco .
Are you busy now ?
No . Why ?
How about a coffee in that cafe ?
Great . Let's talk over coffee .
I'll surely make introductions for them .
My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University .
I really appreciate your kind words .
Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ?
It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking .
Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle .
Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it .
I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ?
Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ?
Oh , I'm sorry . Here's the lid . Yes , it comes with the pan .
They are above 90 . I ' m in the upper third of my class . I have worked hard at my major subject .
Probably in a week or two . I'll let you know .
Why this happens to me when I am on the plane ? I feel bad .
Don't worry , sir . It's just because of the lower pressure .
What should I do about it ?
You may feel much better if you chew some gum or peanuts .
OK , thanks . Does it work really ? I'll give a try .
Are you feeling better now ? Do you need some pills ?
Much better . Thank you . I just feel tired but I can't fall asleep .
So , you'd better wear this eyeshade and you will sleep well .
I am not used to wearing that . Thanks .
If you try to adapt yourself to your destination's local time , you'll feel more comfortable . So please try to sleep , and have meals according to Los Angeles's time .
Thank you so much .
You are welcome . Please press the button when you need any help .
I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ' t think I ' Ve see you drunk .
I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints .
You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ' m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ' t ' want another bad hangover .
Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ?
Yeah . That ' s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine .
Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ' s the money .
Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ?
Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ...
... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not .
Yes . I ' m looking forward to it .
Not funny .
Okay , sir . Three of each . Would you like anything else ?
The fruit basket was great . I need a few more apples , please .
Perrier , Jim Beam , and apples . Is that it for now ?
Yes , one last thing
Your order will be brought to you momentarily , sir .
I was at PCC before .
Why did you transfer ?
I was going to go here first , but my grades weren ' t good enough .
Did you like it at PCC ?
PCC is an incredible school .
Well , I wish you luck here .
I ' m sure I ' ll like it here .
When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional .
you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ?
It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture !
I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language .
On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting .
That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then .
Don't worry , we'll find someone eventually !
Now you're talking . That sounds good . What is it ?
Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world .
The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used . Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest .
Bus No . 12 .
Thank you so much .
I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities .
People can ' t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ' s more to do .
I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ' re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings .
I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes .
The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ' s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful .
Just remember that in that village there ' s nothing to do . There ' s not even a pub or restaurant . There ' s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods .
You ' re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country !
It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon
Bye , Jason .
About a mile and a half .
How long does it take to get there ?
5 minutes or so .
Is it close to the subway station ?
Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there .
Thanks a lot .
