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Cheyenne: i'm making lasagna tonight! who wants to come? Patricia: OMFG lasagna. you must be kidding me Laney: what happened? :D Cheyenne: actually, I passed my driver's licence :)) Laney: SHIT CHEY THAT'S AMAZING!!!!!!!! Patricia: congratulations!!!! what didn't you say anything earlier you sneaky little bitch Cheyenne: wanted to tell you over lasagna and some wine!!! Laney: i'm shook. was it hard? Cheyenne: no, it went great :) i had a good driving day! i didn't believe I could even pass the first time around Patricia: well, I knew you would :) Cheyenne: thanks, you're so sweet :) Laney: ok, in that case, I'm bringing champagne :D Laney: btw I knew that too :) Cheyenne: yaaaaaay!

Cheyenne is making lasagna tonight to celebrate passing her driver's licence. Patricia and Laney congratulate her. Laney is going to bring champagne.

foreign ambassador: I love this country but I miss my family so much. concubine: I can understand that my Lord. Have you journeyed very far? foreign ambassador: Indeed. I come from a place far from here, one that is much less hot. concubine: This yurt is desgned to keep the heat out, but if you are over-heated may I offer you a fan? foreign ambassador: No, this is perfect for me. But you are very kind. concubine: My Lord is very kind foreign ambassador: Tell me about your family, I miss my own terribly. concubine: i have no family - merely the man whose muse I am foreign ambassador: Well, those are the luckiest of men. concubine: There's only one f them - he gets very jealous foreign ambassador: Would he get jealous if I gave you a hug? concubine: He'd probably insert sharp objects into you foreign ambassador: Thankfully, I don't see him in this yurt. Where is he now? Summarize the dialogue

foreign ambassador misses his family. He comes from a place far from here, one that is less hot. Concubine offers him a fan, but he doesn't need it. Concubine has no family, she is only a muse for her lover.

worshipper: If my lady is in need of a woodpecker, I will go to the woods and wait until I hear the rapping of a beak upon a wooden trunk. I am an excellent shot with a bow and arrow. high priestess: Oh that would be wonderful! What else can you do! worshipper: I can dance. I actually came up with this very extravagant dance routine to worship you with. It is called the floss and the dab, it's how my people show our respect. high priestess: Quite the strange name! Perhaps you can show me! worshipper: This is the dance of my people, and I offer it to you. My son and his tribe has perfected this to honor you. high priestess: Thats quite the funny dance! You know just this once Ill let you in but next time you must bring a real offering! worshipper: Allow me to light some candles in your honor. high priestess: No no! First you light the incense! Summarize the dialogue

worshipper will go to the woods and wait until he hears the rapping of a beak upon a wooden trunk. He is an excellent shot with a bow and arrow. He also came up with an extravagant dance routine to worship the high priestess with.

Dylan: Next time you pass by, can you stop and show me how to get Excel to behave? Eve: Sure! What's it doing? Eve: Or not doing? LOL! Dylan: It won't sort right! Plus I need to not show the empty formulas. Eve: Okay, no problem. Probably be down in an hour or so. Dylan: Thanks!

Eve will come and help Dylan with Excel in an hour or so.

#Person1#: Hi, Cole. What can I do for you? #Person2#: if you have a few minutes, I'd like to talk to you about my future at this company. #Person1#: sure, have a seat. #Person2#: thanks. #Person1#: let me just grab your file. How long have you worked for us now? #Person2#: I've worked here as a sales representative for about a year now. #Person1#: one year already? It's amazing how time flies like that. Are you enjoying your job? #Person2#: yes, but I'd like to have a chance at job advancement. #Person1#: I see. What job did you have in mind. #Person2#: well, I've noticed that is a position available as a sales manager. #Person1#: do you understand what duties that job would entail? #Person2#: yes. I would be directly responsible for all of the sales representatives in my department. I assume there'd be more meetings, paperwork, and other responsibilities, too. #Person1#: that's right. Do you have any experience in management? #Person2#: yes. In fact if you look at my resume, you can see that I was a manager before I started this job. #Person1#: well, I think you'd be the perfect candidate for the position. According to company policy, you'll still have to go through the formal application procedures though, so fill this application form in #Person2#: ok. Thanks for your support.

Cole's worked as a sales representative for about a year and would like a promotion to sales manager. #Person1# thinks he'd be the perfect candidate for the position and tells him to go through the formal application procedures.

Robert: Hi, Jane. What's up? Jane: Nothing much. How about you? Robert: Just browsing the internet for some interesting movie. Jane: You want to watch it online? Robert: Not necessarily. Frankly, I'd rather go out. Jane: It's pouring. Robert: I got a car and umbrella. Jane: Sounds like you might stay dry:) Robert: Want to try to stay dry with me. Jane: Why not. Pick me up.

Robert is picking Jane up and they are going out even though it's raining heavily.

Keaton: Sup? Parker: Not much. Just watching some movie Keaton: I'm at my parents' house Parker: Nice

Parker is watching a film.

#Person1#: Well, tell me something of yourself. #Person2#: What would you like to know, Mr. Green? #Person1#: What working experience have you get? #Person2#: In 2004, I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou. I started a sales rpresentative. A year later, I was promoted to the position of sales manager. I had that job ever since, which is just over a year now. #Person1#: Oh, good. Irene, can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant? Don't you like your present job? #Person2#: Frankly, some part of it I enjoy very much, but I prefer something more professional. It happens that I have a friend working here in this company. She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant. I felt very excited at this news. That's why I'm here.

Irene got a job in the sales department and she was promoted to sales manager. She tells Mr. Green that she prefers a more professional job so she quits her job.

fighter: Hello, marksman. Are you prepared for battle? marksman: Of course! Is there something I should know? fighter: As long as you are ready, you know what you need to. Can you teach me how to be a better shot? I am better with a sword marksman: Yes, I can show you a few things. It takes a LOT of practice to become really good though Summarize the dialogue

marksman is ready for battle. He can teach fighter how to be a better shot.

#Person1#: Well, known, Jim, I'm. . . I'm pretty much in favour of computers, I think computers teach kids to think, because they require logical thought. #Person2#: But I. . . I don't agree with that, because computers weaken kids'ability to think, because kids don't learn basic skills. #Person1#: What do you mean? #Person2#: They can't spell, they can't add, they can't subtract, they even don't remember any more. that's because they rely on gadgets. #Person1#: That's not the gadgets. Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts.

#Person1# is in favor of computers because they teach kids to think, but Jim disagrees.

#Person1#: It depends on where you are and what position you are in. For instance, if you are in an elevator and you smile, you will make other takers uncomfortable. #Person2#: That's an exception. But I am fed up with those who keep a straight face in front of me. #Person1#: I cannot see eye to eye with you here. You see, I am fed up with those who keep smiling to me. I mean, they smile for no reason at all. #Person2#: That means you don't like them. If you hit it off with them, you will like to see their smiles.

#Person2# is fed up with people with a straight face, and #Person1# hates people keeping smiling to #Person1#.

Ann: Have you not packed my T-shirt? Carol: Which one? Ann: This black one, I can not find it. Carol: Wait, I'll check in my suitcase.

Ann cannot find the black T-shirt, so Carol will check in her suitcase if she packed it.

farmers: hey there guard: Hello peasant, have you brought your tribute for the King? farmers: Yes sir, but this is my first time bringing the tribute to the king, I don't know how to go about it guard: Do you bring grain, cattle, cheese, furs, or linens? Whatever craft you produce, deposit it here and the merchant will note your taxes as being paid. farmers: Thank you, that's so kind of you guard: Well then? What is it you have brought? farmers: fresh fruits guard: What kind of fruits? farmers: Oranges, Apples, berries and bananas guard: Right then, and how many have you brought? farmers: A basket of each type of fruit guard: Seems a bit light for tribute, but deliver them to the merchant and he will see if the value of your goods will pay your tax. farmers: I'm just low life farmer trying to feed my family, put a roof on thier heads Summarize the dialogue

farmers have brought fresh fruits as a tribute to the king. Guard advises them to deposit the fruits to the merchant and he will see if the value of the fruits will pay their tax.

Oliver: are you on your way already? Jack: yeah, I should be there in 10mins tops Oliver: alright, I'll meet you at the front gate Jack: cool! see you :)

Jack will meet Oliver at the front gate in 10 min tops.

Timmy: Still, he's great company. Has loads of stories to tell! And really funny ones! Gemma: Only if u look after him. Sensibly. Timmy: Fine. No sandbagging Andy this time. Gemma: Gr8. So the guest list is slowly closing: you, me, Andy, Lona and Michelle. Timmy: Maybe 1 more person? Gemma: Who do u have in mind? Timmy: My cousin will be in town 4 a couple of days. I could bring him with me. He's nice and easy-going. Gemma: If u vouch for him, no problem. Timmy: Gr8 :) I'll tell him right away :) Gemma: And I'll start inviting ppl :) Timmy: CU on Saturday :) Gemma: CU :)

Gemma is about to invite guests, and she's consulting it with Timmy. Timmy will bring his cousin.

farmers: Of course! I don't have any however. child: I'll just pick some myself if that's fine! I love corn! My mom is very protective and said the corn at the stores have GMO's in them, so I can only eat organic. farmers: OKay good, go ahead and eat them child: Wow this corn tastes amazing! Thank you so much! I hope to be a farmer myself when I get older. Taking care of this amount of land seems like so much fun! farmers: You're welcome we work hard to grow it child: How long does it take you to grow all this corn? it extends as far as my little eye can see! I want to run and play through it all! farmers: It takes 3 years from seed to plate. child: That's like half as old as I am! Wow what a long time. Maybe I can start coming around after I get done playing at the park, and I can see how you handle it all? Summarize the dialogue

child wants to eat some corn from the field. It takes 3 years from seed to plate.

king: You are hungry? you should go find a meal to eat tern: Yes I am very hungry. I could not leave my nest because people are going to take my babies. king: Is there a way I can help? tern: Can you bring me some worms? So I can give it to my babies. king: You dare send a king to go search for worms? tern: Why can't I? You are the king of this country, you should help anyone who needs your help isn't it? king: It is very disprespectful tern: No one else is going to help me. My babies and I are starving and going to die from hunger. So king, please help me! I really need your help. king: let me help you get some then tern: Thank you very much king. You are such a nice king. king: I just hope this will suffice for your whole family tern: That's a lot of food. My babies will be very happy when they see these. king: You are welcome. Summarize the dialogue

king will bring worms for the tern and her babies.

#Person1#: Excuse me. I need some storybooks in easy English. Do you have anything like that? #Person2#: Well, there are a lot of storybooks upstairs in our children's section. Some are written for young children, others for teens. Maybe some of them will suit your needs. #Person1#: I'll go take a look. Thanks for your help. #Person2#: You're welcome.

#Person2# tells #Person1# about the location of the storybooks.

cat: mew? servant: What are yo doing here cat? cat: Here for rat mrow servant: Where is you master? cat: Master left cat alone meow servant: Ok, let's try to get out of here cat: Purrrrrr servant: start to walk I'm going after you cat: Okay! servant: I hope the exit is not far away cat: mrow? servant: ok just walk cat cat: Cat sees exit ahead. Summarize the dialogue

Cat is looking for his master. He is alone in the room. The exit is not far away.

#Person1#: What are you surfing, Jack? #Person2#: The parenting site parentdish come made a survey, a little funny. #Person1#: About what? The relationship between parents and children? #Person2#: No, to find the Top gift on Mother's Day. #Person1#: What if the result? #Person2#: Those choose time with my family are 63% over chocolates and Flowers. #Person1#: You smile because the way helps save money?

Jack surfs the Internet browsing the top gift on Mother's Day.

#Person1#: Did you bring some lunch with you? #Person2#: Yes , I packed it myself . #Person1#: Wow, that looks beautiful. #Person2#: It's my health-conscious lunch, good for my health and beauty . #Person1#: I might try it myself .

#Person2# brought #Person2#'s health-conscious lunch. #Person1# might have a try.

#Person1#: Hi, Kate. Have you any plans for the weekend? #Person2#: Yeah, I'm really excited, Jack. I'm going up to New York City for a couple of days. #Person1#: My roommate's going to New York, too. Are you driving? Maybe you two could ride together. #Person2#: No, I'm going to take a train to the Plain Station. I've already got my ticket. #Person1#: So what are you going to do in New York? #Person2#: I'm visiting a friend I met last summer at the music camp. I shared a camp with Laura and she's just moved to Manhattan. So I'm going up to see her new place. #Person1#: You two probably have a lot to talk about? Didn't you tell me you were from New York? #Person2#: No, I'm from California. I've never been to New York before. We are going to hear an opera at Lincoln Center on Saturday night. #Person1#: Wow, I wish I were going with you.

Kate tells Jack she is going to New York by train at the weekend to visit a friend she met last summer and they are going to hear an opera.

#Person1#: So how were your schooldays when you were a child, Joan? #Person2#: Well, from seven to twelve I went to a school in Belgium. #Person1#: In Belgium? How come? #Person2#: It was my father's idea. One of his friends was sending his daughter, and my father wanted to impress his friend so he decided to send me, too. #Person1#: Just to impress a friend? It's hard to believe. So what was it like? #Person2#: We had to get up early and go to church before class. And at mealtimes we just had to sit silently with our hands folded in our laps. And I wasn't allowed to speak English at all. I had to learn French but nobody taught me. I just had to sit in the lessons and try to understand. #Person1#: It's awful for a child of seven! #Person2#: And they were terribly strict about manners! I suppose that was one good thing. I had the most beautiful manners when I left.

Joan went to a school in Belgium from seven to twelve because her father wanted to impress a friend. She had to learn French by herself and the school was strict about manners.

maid: You speak so lowly of me. I should take my leave knight: maybe you should! do you not have a vast amount of cherry wood to polish!..... wait excuse my lack of chivalry. i should not have such little respect for one who also serves the king. maid: But humanity demand mutual respect... Irrespective of the class knight: you percieve an age far beyond the feudalist period we inhabit.an one that defies the role my lineage... and i apologied for my indiscretion. what do you know of irrespective class in this society we inhabit? are we not simple forced into positions and roles of which we hav no control? maid: Very well then. I will retire back into my quarters knight: that seems to void the questions posed rather than answer them. up untill this point youd made me forget my hertitage and belive there may truely be a way forward in this oppressive dicatorship. but your actions just reinforce the weakness of the serf classes. Summarize the dialogue

maid is upset with knight for speaking lowly of her.

Jack: What time will you be home? Annie: I'm already here Stephanie: In 5 minutes Jack: Don't lie Annie Jack: You're not home Annie: How do you know? Jack: because I'm home Annie: How come?? You were supposed to be in the office

Annie lies she's at home. Jack is at home. Stephanie will be there in 5 minutes.

Matthew: so is there any after party planed after the wedding? Kristina: after the wedding? I think it will last till the morning... Matthew: haha, i mean on the next day :D Bart: i think Mark said there is something planned Bart: at their house probably Matthew: oh thats good Matthew: better atmosphere and everything, more chill Kristina: that's great, i 've been to an after party like this one Kristina: they had leftover food from the day before, lot's of liquor Kristina: it was so much fun Bart: yes that's pretty much what they are going to do i think Bart: are you guys going? Kristina: i definitely am Matthew: yeah me too, that's why i asked :) it's Mark's wedding so i am gonna party till i drop Bart: <file_gif> Kristina: hahahah that's how i imagine Matt there Matthew: that will be me :D

Mark is planning an afterparty after his wedding. It's going to take place at their house on the next day.

#Person1#: I'd like to check out, here's my key card. #Person2#: Thank you, Mister Johnson and here's your bill. #Person1#: Many thanks. Wow! I sure spent a lot of money in this hotel. #Person2#: I hope your stay was pleasant. #Person1#: Uh yeah, this could be a great hotel if you got rid of all the insects and you should improve the food you serve. #Person2#: I'm so sorry. Well, to make you feel better we'll offer you a free stay in any of our hotels. #Person1#: Thanks. #Person2#: I'm glad these small problems didn't ruin your visit. #Person1#: Yeah, the city itself was great, I like coming here a lot. #Person2#: Good to hear you had some wonderful experiences. #Person1#: I did and I met so many helpful people. #Person2#: Have a pleasant trip home.

Johnson checks out with #Person2#'s assistance and tells #Person2# the shortcomings of their hotel, such as the insects and the food. #Person2# apologizes and offers compensation.

#Person1#: Oh, no! I'm supposed to meet her at seven sharp. What time is it now? #Person2#: Six thirty. #Person1#: I'd better get ready. #Person2#: Where are you going? #Person1#: Haven't made up our minds yet. Maybe to a restaurant, or perhaps to the movies first. #Person2#: Why don't you go and see Citizen Kane at the Classic Film Festival? It's supposed to be great. #Person1#: Oh, maybe we will. Psycho is also playing. I've heard it's really good, too. #Person2#: If you like horror films with lots of blood. Personally I don't. Well, I really should be going. Do you want to go swimming tomorrow? #Person1#: I'd be glad to, but I might have to go to the studio and do some work. Can I let you know the first thing in the morning? #Person2#: Sure. That'll be fine. #Person1#: Oh, there's the phone. It must be Tracy. #Person2#: Well, I'd better be going then. Have a good time tonight. #Person1#: Thanks. I'll talk to you tomorrow.

#Person1#'s going on a date but hasn't decided where to go. #Person2# suggests watching Citizen Kane. #Person1# and #Person2# decide to go swimming tomorrow.

the man: Hello knight, how are you this fine day? knight: I am doing very well... What brings you here? the man: I was looking for some sword polish for my wonderful fine sword knight: You should see the merchant at the stores.. This place is reserved for the King's Knight onky the man: I work for the king, I am going to officiate the next ceremony, can't you tell from my hat? knight: You don't have a crest... the man: It is on my superb tunic....see. knight: Ooh... Sorry about that the man: Well, do you have anything for my sword? The king will be most pleased if it looks its best. It is for ceremony knight: I think this will work fine the man: Say, this isn't a bad sword either. knight: Anything for the king. the man: Ah no, I was just checking it out, it's amazing the detail work, very impressive. knight: One of the Arab goldsmith did it for me Summarize the dialogue

the man is looking for some sword polish for his sword. the knight is going to officiate the next ceremony.

#Person1#: How much is it to rent an economy car? #Person2#: $19 a day or$129 a week, unlimited mileage. #Person1#: Could I have one for tomorrow morning? #Person2#: Could I see your driver's license? #Person1#: Sure here it is. #Person2#: Good. Now just complete this form.

#Person1# rents a car from #Person2#

Penny: Meery Christmas, Stan!! Stan: Merry Christmas!! Penny: :) Stan: :*

Penny and Stan wish each other Merry Christmas.

Angie: Wanna catch a movie later? Susan: I'm doing some tutoring after work, what time?? Angie: around 8pm? Susan: That's actually good Angie: I heard a start is born is great Susan: Me too! Bradley cooper is sooo sexy Angie: and he's singing, too Susan: <3 Angie: So are you free only at 8 or is there a chance for drinks before the movie Susan: Hmm I could do an hour instead of an hour and a half Angie: Sounds good :D Susan: And we could meet around 7:15, would that work? Angie: Sure! Great :) Susan: Where do you wanna go? Angie: the Pacific bar is really nice and they have great food, too Susan: Never been there Angie: Should I make a reservation? Susan: Yes, sure Angie: <file_gif> Susan: <file_gif>

Susan and Angie are meeting around 7:15. They will go to the Pacific bar then watch a movie.

frog: I hop hop hop Summarize the dialogue

Frog: I hop hop hop.

Samantha: Hey, what are you doing right now? Jonas: Working. But what's going on? Samantha: I'm buying dress for Sara's wedding, can you have a look? Jonas: Sure, bring it on :D Samantha: <file_video> Jonas: Hmm... I like the green and blue one, yellow looks a bit creepy XD

Samantha's buying a dress for Sara's wedding. Jonas prefers the green and blue one, doesn't like the yellow one.

Dean: Hey, dude, I'm gonna be late. Bobby: Not again! Dean: Yeah, well. Tell the guys to wait, ok? Bobby: Ok, ok. How long? Dean: Dunno, 15 minutes? Maybe 20. Bobby: Shit, dude, it's freezing! Dean: Sorry. It's not my fault, it's the damn bus, it's late again! Bobby: Next time take an earlier one :P Dean: Can't. FIFA isn't going play itself XD Bobby: Loser! Are you already on the bus? Dean: Nope, still waiting. Bobby: Maybe start walking? :D Dean: Piss off :P Bobby: Chad says 10 more minutes and we're starting without you. Dean: Yay, the friggin' bus is here. Hang on, I'm coming! :D

Dean is going to be late because he was playing the FIFA video game. If Dean does not arrive in 10 minutes, Bobby and Chad will start without him.

#Person1#: I'Ve just take out an insurance policy. Are you insured? #Person2#: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured. #Person1#: I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary. #Person2#: That's a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job. #Person1#: I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die. #Person2#: I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension. #Person1#: That's one of the conditions of my policy too. It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire. #Person2#: Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy? #Person1#: Yes, I did. It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy. The insurance company need to assess the risk.

#Person1# and #Person2# both have life insurance which covers them if they die before they retire and when they retire. #Person1# had to take a medical before #Person1# could take out the policy.

Mike: Suzie Suzie Suzie: hm? Mike: go out with me Suzie: :* Mike: I'm serious Suzie: I'm severus Mike: we can watch harry potter and eat sushi Suzie: you're sweet but... Sorry no!!

Mike wants to go out with Suzie but she refuses.

Jack: hey come to the department right now Will: why what's up Jack: the teacher's calling Will: what for Jack: the quiz, remember Will: dude just come up with something and i'll give it later ps. thanks you're the friend xD

The teacher is calling for the quiz but Will can't come at the moment.

guard: I REQUIRE A COURT, I NEED JUSTICE, DONT YOU KNOW THAT THE KING IS ALREADY INFORMED ABOUT MY ''VERMIN''. We shall have a duel, winner is right. knight: We will see about that! I ALSO REQUIRE A COURT AND JUSTICE! You will have to catch me there, first! If I am last, I give you my coin that has been passed through generations of my noble family. If you are last, I kill your pet rat.. guard: I see that you take the door knocker so no one can come in, well take THIS. knight: Um.. exactly! If you kill the door knocker, your rat survives and no one in the royal family will have to know about it! guard: DESTROY IT BOY!! knight: Cheating? I specifically said YOU must kill the door knocker! Not the vermin! Take THIS! guard: Looks like we got a Mexican standoff, well, I'll break the ice with THIS!!!!!!! Summarize the dialogue

The guard is angry at the knight for stealing his pet rat. The knight is angry at the guard for destroying the door knocker. They are going to have a duel.

John: hi Julian: hello John: what are we goin to do toay? Julian: movie? John: great, what kind of movie? Julian: i want to laugh John: so maybe something with Jackie Chan? Julian: ok, i love his films Julian: but ofc the best are cutted scenes ;) John: you're right John: so see you in the evening Julian: yeah, see you Julian: :)

John and Julian will watch a Jackie Chan movie tonight.

#Person1#: Well, tell me something of yourself. #Person2#: What would you like to know, Mr. Green? #Person1#: What working experience have you get? #Person2#: In 2004, I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou. I started a sales representative. A year later, I was promoted to the position of sales manager. I had that job ever since, which is just over a year now. #Person1#: Oh, good. Irene, can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant? Don't you like your present job? #Person2#: Frankly, some part of it I enjoy very much, but I prefer something more professional. It happens that I have a friend working here in this company. She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant. I felt very excited at this news. That's why I'm here.

Irene tells Mr. Green her working experience and that she quits being a sales manager because she prefers something more professional.

Adam: I don't know what to write anymore. I'm blocked Toby: Since when? Adam: Since I finished the fifth chapter Adam: I killed one of my principal characters Adam: It really drained me out Toby: Do you miss him/her? Adam: No. But I put so much effort into this. Adam: It's hard for me to go back to writing.

Adam finds it difficult to get back to writing after finishing the fifth chapter.

goblin: Frellin has no trinkets or boobles! Frellin was only struck in the eye by that rune over there, stupid human. Frellin is not so easily bought with shiny nublings. mage: Here if it is not bobbles then here take this hymn book. It has many hymns to learn and you could sing with others and dance. goblin: Hm... it smells... of smokeses. And funny plants. Perhaps if Frellin takes a bite... faugh! This is filthsome grubbery! mage: It is not to eat! I told you it has hymns in it to read and then sing. I guess you can't read. goblin: What is this... reeeaaadings? Frellin has heard of no such magic. Is it tasty? Does it bite? mage: No there is no magic to it. I'm sorry I bothered to be friendly... goblin: Hrmp. Here. Take smelly thing. Summarize the dialogue

Frellin was struck in the eye by a rune. Mage offers him a hymn book to read and sing. Goblin is disgusted by the smell of the book and refuses to take it.

Lena: guys, what do you think about travelling to North Korea? Theresa: hmm, I think - a bit crazy! Lena: but it's always been my dream Lena: and now there are some travel agencies offering it Jake: But you understand it's super dangerous, right? Dan: There were some people arrested during those trips Dan: for petty things Dan: like taking pictures of some buildings Lena: I'm not sure it's that dangerous Lena: maybe for Americans Jake: but if anything happens to you there Jake: there is basically no way to rescue you Lena: I know, there is a bit of risk Jake: Would be interesting though Lena: exactly

Lena wants to travel to North Korea.

#Person1#: Hello Mr. Jones, please have a seat. Thank you for coming in today. I have read your resume. You completed University in England? #Person2#: Yes, I went to Cambridge. After graduation, I started right away into the advertising industry. Later, I made a bit of a switch to focus on marketing research. #Person1#: So, what experience do you have? #Person2#: I have ten years marketing experience. This includes both entry level and management positions. In my last position, I worked my way up to being director of the marking department. #Person1#: I can see that from your resume.Your last position was marketing director for a pharmaceutical company, is that right? Later, why did you decide to leave your former post? #Person2#: I felt after five years in one place, I was ready for something new. I would like to have a job that is challenging, something that I can see and do new things every day. I loved many things about my former job, and I left with amiable feelings on both sides. I was just ready for something new. #Person1#: I see. Do you want to work full-time or part-time? #Person2#: I would rather work full-time. #Person1#: I'll make note of that. Now, what are your salary expectations? #Person2#: I am willing to negotiate, but I expect at least $ 40, 000 a year.

#Person1# interviews Mr. Jones. Mr. Jones introduces his educational background and previous career experience and tells #Person1# why he left his former post and his salary expectations.

Rob: Did you sort the invoice out for Taylors? Rachel: Which one there are two? Rob: oh are there? Rachel: yes there is the one for Newcastle and one for Stafford Rob: oh right, hold on and I will look Rob: this one <file_photo> Rachel: yes this one is sent Rob: so it is the Stafford one that needs doing? Rachel: yes I need the tutors report signing off please Rob: has he not done it then? Rachel: no not that I can see.. can you chase it Rob: gimme 5 Rachel: ok Rob: its on the system as pending and I cant seem to get into it.. are you in it? Rachel: no Rob: sorted.. John was editing it as we were trying to get in it Rachel: ah I see it now.. yes it will invoice it now Rob: Cheers

Rachel has already sent the Newcastle invoice for Taylors. John has finished editing the Stafford invoice and Rachel will send it now.

Jan: Hi all. Does anyone know the best way to get to Dyrham Park from here? Danny: where is here? Jan: haha that would be home. Danny: ooooh no idea Jan: helpful! 🙍 Chay: You can go over the A4 and then through Bath but that will be very busy. Probably better to take the ringroad until Emersons Green and then go right on Weedsground roundabout. Follow that A36 or A35 or something until you see signs, pretty straightforward. When are you going? Jan: I'm thinking of going on Monday? Chay: just avoid rush hour and then it won't be very busy on the ringroad. Bath is always busy! Victor: we went the other day, lush there! we came off the M4 but that's not very practical for you... Jan: that's good to know though, my parent s would be coming from that way. Jan: thanks all!! 😙

Jan is going to Dyrham Park on Monday. Victor went there few days ago.

pastry chef: We should bake cakes and breads for the special banquet. Do you know where special flour is....It's over the mountain. And I need it in one hour milk maid: I can't go over the mountain! I do love how clean you keep it in here chef. Oh - you have some flour hidden here! pastry chef: Where Where....no!! I don't have flour....If I bake cakes...oh...I'll be killed. please help me milk maid: Calm down! see it's under this curtain. You hid it from your other chefs! See !! pastry chef: Aha.....You found it...Yes...yes...here I have it...Yape!! I can bake them. Thank you milk maid: Let us stir this up and get to baking! pastry chef: Yes. Do you have enough milk? milk maid: Yes! I made sure to milk my cows this morning for the freshest milk for you! pastry chef: Um.....it's so fresh....Thank you!! Let's start!! Where is my pot? Summarize the dialogue

pastry chef needs flour for baking cakes and breads for the special banquet. It's over the mountain. The maid finds it under the curtain. She milked her cows this morning.

#Person1#: Hey honey, how was your day? #Person2#: It was alright. I ran into Bill and we got to talking for a while. He's in a bit of a jam. #Person1#: Why? What happened? #Person2#: Well, his son had an accident and Bill doesn't have health insurance. This really got me thinking, and I wondered if we shouldn't look into a couple of different HMO's. #Person1#: Yeah, you're right. We aren't getting any younger and our kids are getting older. #Person2#: Exactly! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO's with low co-pays and good coverage. The deductibles are low, too. #Person1#: Sounds good, although, do you think we can qualify for insurance? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money. #Person2#: Well, we don't have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions, so we should be fine. #Person1#: I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare. #Person2#: Not in a million years!

#Person2# tells #Person1# Bill's son had an accident but doesn't have health insurance. So, they're worried about couples of different HMO's.

prisoner: I am so very hungry sir, I'm sorry I wasn't stealing I just didn't want to go back to the dungeon a priest: There's no food here though. prisoner: I was hiding and looking for food a priest: Why were you sentenced to prison to begin with? prisoner: I was thrown in there for the wrong things, I am innocent and they won't let me try to defend myself, I have a family I need to feed, my only chance is to excape. a priest: What kind of wrong things? prisoner: I didn't do them and that is all that matters! a priest: How long have you been in this storage room? prisoner: Several hours, I wanted to wait for the gaurds to stop looking for me before I tried to move on. a priest: You're really dedicated then. prisoner: I took a long nap, they don't let you sleep very well, it was nice to curl up in a safe place a priest: I can imagine. Prison is a tough place to live Summarize the dialogue

prisoner is hiding in the storage room because he is hungry. He was sentenced to prison for the wrong things. He is innocent and he has a family to feed.

deer: Hello there. child: I'm glad I have a friend to play with me on this meadow. deer: Oh child. Watch out, theres dangers around every corner. child: Don't worry, I'll protect us from any threats. deer: I think I see a shadow in the distance. Get behind me! child: Here you protect us! deer: I have only hooves. Let's ru. for the hills! child: No, because my parents will worry. I'm their only child! deer: Ok then throw the rock, and pray it strikes the stranger. child: This belt seems like it would be more effective. deer: Then whip away my friend. I stand no chance against enemies. child: No, I'm not the violent type. I would rather watch the sun set. deer: Let's run and get your parents assistance I the matter at hand. Summarize the dialogue

deer and child are playing in a meadow. A stranger appears in the distance. The child is not willing to run away. The deer suggests throwing a rock or whipping the stranger.

#Person1#: Mr. Charles, I feel that we have had a very pleasant talk. #Person2#: I think so too, and you have a general understanding of the company now. #Person1#: Yes, your company is a big one in the field and has great potential. #Person2#: What else do you want to know? #Person1#: I want to know about the salary information in your company. #Person2#: Then, how much do you wish to be paid each month? #Person1#: I hope my starting salary will be 3, 000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker. #Person2#: We will give you more than what you hope. #Person1#: Really? That's good news for me. #Person2#: You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company. During this period you can get 2, 500 yuan a month, and after that you can get 3, 500 yuan per month. #Person1#: It sounds great! #Person2#: You can also get a bonus at the end of the year, and if you can keep working in the company, your salary will get a raise every year. #Person1#: By the way, how many days do we work every week? #Person2#: Five days every week, but if it is necessary, you need to work overtime once in a while #Person1#: OK, I see

#Person1# thinks the company has great potential. Mr. Charles will give #Person1# a higher starting salary than #Person1# hopes. #Person1# can have a bonus at the end of the year and get a raise but #Person1# needs to work overtime sometimes.

Frank: I have no idea what to give Marie for her 18th b-day Frank: lookin' for some suggestions, can you help? Barbara: oh My... it's hard to say tbh Barbara: but you know what, I can help you if you want Barbara: let's go to the mall together and I'm sure we'll find sth cool and practical :) Barbara: how about that? Frank: could you really be that awesome?? Barbara: haha :D sure, I'll try to find sth nice for her too Barbara: It seems that we're going to the same party :D Frank: say whaaaat?? R u serious? :D Barbara: yeah, didn't know that you were invited too! Frank: that's a nice coincidence, let's go to the mall!

Frank doesn't know what to buy Marie for her 18th birthday. Barbara will go to the mall with him and help him choose the present. They are going on a birthday party together.

customer: I will gladly pay you to find the corn stall. You are more familiar with this place than I am. beggar: This I would have to look for. I think it is just outside and I'm still sure you have to find the shopkeeper for help customer: Are you too good for my money? A beggar? beggar: You could give it to me and when the shopkeeper returns I could leave it with her. customer: No, I don't have time for this. If you can't point me toward the corn stall I will have to find it myself. I guess this is what I get for trying to help a beggar. beggar: Don't hit me because you have no manners. I hit back customer: Luckily your lack of work ethic won't allow you to finish any job, including finishing a fight with me. beggar: here you fool, and keep your money. you are of no siginificance to me or anyone else customer: Exactly as I said. beggar: You are the biggest fool I have ever come across Summarize the dialogue

customer offers the beggar money to help him find the corn stall. The beggar refuses and hits the customer.

Renee: i'm sick and tired of this diet that i'm on Renee: i can't eat anything but whole, green foods Calvin: what does that mean? Renee: lettuce, celery, green pepper, etc Calvin: i guess you can prepare some yummy salads Renee: NOT ERALLY Renee: i want pizza and a burger Renee: also... I'M IN A CRAPPY MOOD BECAUSE OF THIS STUPID DIET!!! Calvin: maybe you should explore other ways to lose weight

Renee has enough of a diet based on green food.

#Person1#: Man, I'm freaking out! You gotta help me! #Person2#: Whoa, whoa, take it easy, relax. Geez, you're sweating like a pig! What's going on? #Person1#: I can't go through with this! I just can't! I'm not ready for marriage! What was I thinking? I'm only thirty five years old! I've got my entire life ahead of me, adventures waiting! I can't settle down yet! #Person2#: What are you talking about? It wasn't more than a month ago that you were rambling on about how you are tired of living the life of a bachelor and how you envy your friends that have a family! #Person1#: I know. I know! #Person2#: Let's think this through. First of all, you cannot leave Amy at the altar. Not only will she be humiliated and kill you, but she is the woman that you love and the woman of your dreams! Why would you want to end that or jeopardize it like this? Second of all, you are just getting cold feet. You know deep down inside that you want to marry her, so cut the crap and do it! #Person1#: You're right. I'm being crazy! Ok, I'm ready, let's do this! #Person2#: Great! Phew! That was a close one! You had me going there for a minute I thought I was gonna have to slap some sense into you.

#Person1# is freaking out before his marriage with Amy and #Person2# helps him get over it by helping him think through all the details.

Jim: Hey, I've sent you an email about Christmas but please ignore it Eva: OK. I was going to call Aga's parents this afternoon Jim: I was going to buy the tickets but have to wait till I get a confirmation of my holidays Eva: So you're not coming on 24th? Jim: No, I was not going to come before Christmas. I'll come on 26th or later. Eva: OK, I didn't know that Jim: The kids will go before, on the 19th. Eva: So they're flying with Aga's parents? Jim: Yes. Eva: And you're alone for Christmas??? Jim: I will probably see my brothers. Eva: Why don't you go to Poland earlier? Jim: I wish but I can't go with the kids because of my job, I could go on the 24th but they would have to pick me up in the afternoon... it's a trouble. Jim: And I will have to work on 27th, probably. Eva: ok, but if by any chance you can come before Christmas we can pick you up at the airport! it's not a problem Jim: thank you... but I know everyone's busy on Chrismas Eve Eva: Don't worry. We'll stay at home with my parents. Jim: OK. I will know before next weekend. Eva: Please let me know. Jim: OK. Thank you. Eva: Do you want me to explain anything to them? Jim: No, we're fine now, thanks. Maybe I will ask you a favor when Iwona is here. We will probably need you to translate the details :) Eva: OK!

Jim will know before the weekend if he can come before Christmas or on the 26th or later. Eva can pick him up at the airport if he comes before Christmas.

Louis: did you see all the people outside the book shop today? Louis: it was insane!!! Sara: YES!!! Sara: i saw a hugeeeeeeee crowd Sara: do you know what was going on? Louis: my friend told me this writer, this new writer... Louis: i can't remember his name... Louis: the one that writes about vampires Sara: dante kyle? Louis: no, the other one Sara: cole grant? Louis: YES!! my friends told me he was there signing copies of his books Sara: no big loss then Sara: i'm not a fan of his

There was a crowd outside the bookshop today. Cole Grant, who writes about vampires, was allegedly in the bookshop signing his books.

Will: <file_photo> Will: <file_photo> Will: What do you think? Kimberly: I think you're very talented photographer Will: Naah! Nowadays your phone takes picture. Not you. Kimberly: Technically if you have all settings set to 'auto' then yes. Kimberly: But 1 thing doesn't change. Kimberly: It's the person who chooses what should be in the picture Kimberly: You chose the moment, the background and elements that in your opinion should get photographed Will: Haha. I haven't looked at it that way :) Kimberly: True talent is visible in this photo because of things that are in the picture Kimberly: The car, this beetle, the background. It's the message Will: Well I feel much better now :D Kimberly: It's true! Will: <3

Even though the ease of taking pictures nowadays Kimberley feels that the choice of the topic of the photo Will has sent her shows that he's a talented photographer.

thief: Hey, you orc, get out of here. person: I'm no orc. I'm just a homeless man thief: I'm sorry, I thought you were someone else. Can I buy you a beer? person: That would be so kind. I am so hungry and have been feeling sick. thief: Oh, I don't have enough money to do that. Sorry, I need to leave. person: I should have known even a thief would look down on me. thief: I have to go. person: What's that in your pocket? thief: It's a book I like to read sometimes. person: Who did you steal it from? thief: I didn't steal it from anyone. Listen, I don't want a fight. person: Neither do I. I'm just desperate for a bite to eat. thief: Sorry. person: Where are you going? Summarize the dialogue

thief wants to buy a beer for a homeless man, but he doesn't have enough money.

#Person1#: hi, my name's Abby. What's your name? #Person2#: I'm colin. It's nice to meet you. What do you do? #Person1#: I'm a freelance English teacher. How about you? #Person2#: I'm in between jobs at the moment. #Person1#: what kind of job are you looking for? #Person2#: I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field. #Person1#: have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant? #Person2#: no. Is it difficult to find such a job? #Person1#: not if you are good at net-working. Do you like to meet new people? #Person2#: yes. I'm pretty out-going and friendly. #Person1#: do you have experience in the IT field? #Person2#: I have some. I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain. #Person1#: do you speak Spanish? #Person2#: yes, but not fluently. #Person1#: that's OK. Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet? #Person2#: I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me. #Person1#: did you write a clear objective in your resume? #Person2#: no, because I didn't know what I wanted to do. #Person1#: I think you need to update your CV. Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it. #Person2#: thanks, I will. I'll see you tomorrow then!

Abby, a freelance English teacher, advises Colin, who wants to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field, to be a freelance IT consultant and volunteers to help Colin with his CV tomorrow.

owner: You really are such a good boy aren't you. These chairs are nice aren't they. I bet the misses would enjoy one so nice, instead of that old beat up rocking chair, dog: Why are the chairs glowing? owner: It is a mystery boy. They are so nice. Soooo nice. dog: I don't think you should sit in them, The chairs look like they have been enchanted or cursed with some magic. owner: I am already cursed what with the soldiers and all. What else could go wrong? dog: Which pants are you going to try? owner: I must get out of here. everytime I look at the chair I am tempted to grab it and run! dog: Then just grab the pants you want and run! owner: Haha you certainly are right boy. But I will give them the small coinage I have. You know, I haven't a clue how we are going to make it through the winter. dog: We can eat the animals I catch, for a start. owner: You certainly are mans best friend. Summarize the dialogue

The chairs glow. The owner wants to buy them for his wife. The dog thinks they are enchanted or cursed. The owner will give them the small coinage he has. The dog suggests eating animals he catches.

royal chef: I love cooking and making for food the king. I wonder what I should fix for dinner tonight? person: Whatever pleases you. royal chef: Oh my! You startled me! I was thinking out loud and didn't know you were here. I found all these delicious herbs here. person: I love meaty recipes. Can I offer you my pouch? royal chef: I agree! Meaty recipes are the best and so filling! And sure, what's in the pouch? person: I have a coin. I wish you'd let me see the scenic overlook. Summarize the dialogue

royal chef is thinking of what to make for dinner tonight. He found some delicious herbs. The person wants him to show him the scenic overlook.

#Person1#: Lester, you are really fantastic at automobile repair. #Person2#: Thanks, June. But I think I need to be certified as a mechanic before I'm allowed to repair cars for a living. #Person1#: That's not a big problem. There are many small schools for adults like you who can study to be certified. #Person2#: I guess I never thought of that before. #Person1#: And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school, or from the government. #Person2#: Wow, you'Ve inspired me to do something!

June suggests Lester study in some small schools to be certified if he wants to repair cars for a living. Lester feels inspired.

Betty: we're going to decathlon today Betty: do you want us to buy you anything? Paula: Oh yessss, thank you!! Paula: let me think... Betty: we're buying extra t-shirts for the trail, some socks, shorts and gadgets Paula: Oh, I need a hat Betty: any particular hat? Paula: Nah, anything will do, you know me :D Betty: lol, ok Betty: anything else? Paula: hmmm, maybe one t-shirt as well Betty: what size? Paula: M... I think :D Paula: anyways, it's very cheap so if it doesnt fit me, I'll just buy a new one. Betty: OK Paula: Thank you once again for thinking of me, you're the best! Betty: Yeah, I know... :D Betty: <file_gif>

Betty's going shopping to Decathlon today. She will buy one T-shirt and a hat for Paula.

bishop: It would appear we are missing a volume of religious history, and many of our candles. minister: Well that is not good! Who would steal from the church? Does the altar boy know anything about this? bishop: I'm unsure. Our altar boy has been spending so much time studying, I don't know if he's even noticed. minister: Well we must get to the top of this. We can't have people stealing. bishop: Of course not. But let us not blame malice for what can be attributed to carelessness. Have you noticed how....tired our altar boy seems today? minister: I agree. He does seem awful tired, should we ask him what's wrong? bishop: Now, Minister. It would seem like the boy has been up rather late. Do you have any suspicion as to what he would have been doing? minister: Well, he could have been up late reading the religious history by candlelight. bishop: Perhaps we don't have a thief in our midst at all. minister: We can't much blame him for wanting to learn. Summarize the dialogue

bishop and minister are discussing the theft of religious history and candles from the church. The altar boy is too busy studying to notice the theft.

enemy: Now you shall pay for violating my sister! archer: You may have the high ground but I am a formidable opponent. enemy: You can't fool me with your sorcerer's ways lord archer! archer: I am not trying to fool you. I will kill you if you attack me. enemy: You couldn't, not in a month of sunday! archer: Do you even have a sword to fight with? enemy: I do now! And you will answer for the wrongs you have committed! archer: On guard! enemy: Huzzah! Now it is you who shall be on guard! archer: What is this? Is this someone's head?! enemy: The head of your father! archer: How dare you! enemy: You are now the last of your line - this feud ends here, with you! Summarize the dialogue

archer's father's head is on the enemy's sword. archer is on guard.

#Person1#: Steven, would you like to go dance with us tonight? #Person2#: John, I am just not in the mood for this. #Person1#: You look so upset. What's going on? #Person2#: I lost the table tennis game yesterday. #Person1#: Oh, what a pity! #Person2#: I just don't want to play table tennis any more. #Person1#: Is it that bad? It's nothing more than a game. #Person2#: My opponent bowled me with the very first ball. I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis. #Person1#: Oh, come on! Failure is the mother of success. Don't lose heart. I'm sure you'll succeed. #Person2#: Perhaps you are right. But I still need some time to recover from the failure. #Person1#: I understand.

Steven lost the table tennis game and feels upset. John encourages him but Steven thinks he needs time to recover.

#Person1#: Good morning, is this Ryan? #Person2#: You are speaking with Ryan. How can I help you? #Person1#: Ryan, this is Malia, and I need to call in sick today. #Person2#: What seems to be the problem? #Person1#: I went hiking and have terrible poison oak. #Person2#: When did you get that? #Person1#: I think I got it on Saturday, but it just showed up today. #Person2#: What are you doing for it? #Person1#: The doctor prescribed an ointment and gave me a shot. #Person2#: Good. You probably should be much better by tomorrow.

Malia calls Ryan for sick leave because she has poison oak, and she has already seen a doctor.

#Person1#: Wow, there are so many lanterns to appreciate. Now, I can see why it's called the Lantern Festival. It deserves its name. #Person2#: Yeah. People always enjoy the lighted lanterns and the gala performances. #Person1#: What are they doing over there? People keep on gathering there. #Person2#: Did you notice the characters on the lanterns? #Person1#: Sure. But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters. What do they say? #Person2#: They are puzzles. It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival. #Person1#: Very interesting. But I'm afraid we'd better do something else. Hey, look! There is a huge lantern there. Let's get close to it. #Person2#: It's really eye-catching. It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life. #Person1#: Really? Then I'm really lucky. Oh, it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth. #Person2#: Very impressive. It's made of glass which makes it even brighter. #Person1#: There are many Chinese characters on its body, too. What are they about? Puzzles? #Person2#: Let me have a look. Oh, no. They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene.

#Person1# and #Person2# are appreciating lanterns. #Person2# explains the customs of the Lantern Festival and Chinese characters on the lanterns to #Person1#.

Emma: How did the meeting go? Julia: Not very well :( We kept fighting over details and wound up doing half the work we planned to be done with :/ Julia: So I have a never ending file of things to do this week Julia: on top of my personal drama of course Emma: Mike still hasn't called? Julia: No and he keeps posting stuff on fb Emma: that's just mean :/ Julia: I know. He's out with friends here and getting drunk there, traveling having fun Emma: fuck him Jules! This is not okay. Julia: he's coming home Friday we'll see then Emma: be strong :* Julia: thanks <3 Emma: call me with anything!

Julia's meeting has not had the required outcome and has left her with more work to do. Mike still hasn't called.

#Person1#: What are you going to do after you return from Washington? #Person2#: I'm going to stay in the city. #Person1#: What will you do all day? #Person2#: I'm going to work with my father at the store. In the evening, I'll read books. On weekends, I'll go to the beach with my family. #Person1#: Have you ever worked? #Person2#: No, but I can learn. What are you going to do this summer? #Person1#: I'm going to camp. I've gone to camp for four summers. #Person2#: I've never gone to camp. What do you do there? #Person1#: We do many things . In the morning, we go swimming and boating. In the afternoon, we play basketball or tennis. We sit around a camp fire at night. We sing or tell stories. #Person2#: That sounds wonderful. #Person1#: It is wonderful. What's John going to do this summer? #Person2#: I think he's going to the mountains with his parents. #Person1#: Well, so long, Mary. Have fun. #Person2#: You too , Peter. Give my regards to John. I'll see you in September.

Mary and Peter are discussing their plans for summer. Mary says she will just stay in the city and spend time with her family. Peter is going to camp.

Nina: Thank you for the flowers! Beautiful! Tim: :-) Nina: And such a surprise! Tim: It was meant to be so. Nina: You've made my day. Thank you :-) Tim: Thank you for spending such a wonderful day with me yesterday. The flowers mean nothing when compared to that. Nina: You're making me blush. Tim: :-) Tim: Have a good day! Nina: Thank you. See you Tim: Now you have made my day :-D

Tim surprised Nina with flowers after they spent a nice day together yesterday.

the king: What are you doing in here? Did you come to help organize these bookshelves? lady in waiting: Yes, I am here to arrange the books. the princess want me to come with some books too the king: Please be careful. Some of these books and this parchment is very old. lady in waiting: I see you have great love for books sire. Do you get to read all these? the king: I don't have time to read much anymore, but I did read a few of them when I was younger. I am too busy ruling the land. lady in waiting: And are all the knowledge helpful in ruling the kingdom? the king: Oh, yes. My father only allowed me to read the books that taught me how to be a good king. lady in waiting: Great! your dad really did prepare you for leadership the king: I can only hope to be half the king that he ever was. lady in waiting: wow...that means he was a great king the king: He sure was, probably the best this land has ever seen. Summarize the dialogue

The lady in waiting is here to help organize the bookshelves. The king doesn't have time to read much anymore, but he did read a few of them when he was younger. His father allowed him to read the books that taught him how to be a good king.

Hefin David AM: Can I ask what value you place on the work done by the Wales Institute of Social and Economic Research Data and Methods and the presentation so far and the paper to be presented by Dr Nigel Newton ? Kirsty Williams AM: I always—and Welsh Government are big supporters of WISERD and the work that they do and in fact we need more research into Welsh education not less Therefore I find their papers really helpful and help us to inform our work I think what is really important in perhaps this piece of work is to say that I hope that in the time where I have had an influence to influence over Welsh education either as a backbencher or now as a Minister equality and principles of equity have always driven what I have tried to achieve And I would never undertake a policy reform that I thought would lead to less equity in the Welsh education system Closing the attainment is a core element of the national mission for education in Wales and we would not proceed with anything that we thought could lead to an exacerbation of an achievement Hefin David AM: And how do you respond then— ? I mean it is a balanced paper it looks at pros and cons and there is a mixed picture from it How do you respond to the specific statement that Dr Nigel Newton said that the curriculum could exacerbate segregation within schools between different groups of pupils ? Kirsty Williams AM: Well I think what the paper acknowledges is that there is no evidence that that will happen These are coulds and maybes and things that we need as a Government to take into consideration as we plan this journey There can not be any empirical research done at the moment because the curriculum is not being delivered but I understand and we need listen to— If there are concerns out there in the field that these are unintended consequences that we may fall into—that is the value of that piece of research that helps inform us I have to say though the curriculum in itself is neither going to necessarily on its own hugely enhance equity nor detract from equity in the sense that the curriculum is what is taught in our schools There is an opportunity I believe that empowering teachers to be able to be more flexible in what they teach their children actually gives us an opportunity to deliver lessons that could be much more engaging and much more relevant to some of our schoolchildren than what they have at the moment What will make the curriculum a success for all of our children and I believe will have a bigger impact on children who are in danger of being left behind are the four enabling purposes of the curriculum So the curriculum on its own can play a part but it will only be as good as the four enabling elements that surround it And that is strong leadership of our schools that ensures that there is no segregation that has high expectation of all of our children and delivers a curriculum within that setting that meets the needs of the children there Secondly : excellent teaching In the end no education system whatever its curriculum can exceed the quality of the people who stand in front of our children day in day out So the curriculum can be the most exciting wonderful—and I think it is exciting and I think it is wonderful—it can be the most exciting wonderful thing in the world but if teachers can not teach it effectively if their pedagogy is not excellent then the content itself—it will not work Then we have got issues around assessment and accountability So how do you assess how children are doing in your new curriculum ? How do you understand how that pupil who has you know—who could be vulnerable for a whole host of reasons usually reasons outside of the school— ? That pupil is vulnerable How can you assess how that pupil is and move their learning along in an appropriate fashion ? And then finally the wellbeing of the child People sometimes say Oh you are going soft—typical going soft But what we know is that we can not expect children to learn unless we address issues around their wellbeing But we also know that poor achievement is also detrimental to a childs wellbeing There is been lots and lots of research done not in a Welsh context but in other systems where children are kept behind for a year That has a massive impact on their wellbeing So good achievement leads to good wellbeing but good wellbeing also leads to good achievement and you can not separate the two So the curriculum on its own will not be enough It is the four enabling objectives that sit around it and we have to be cognisant of the WISERDs research of course we do to ensure that as we are doing our professional learning as we are planning wellbeing for our children as we think about assessment methods and how we develop a culture of strong leaders in our schools—and we have some we have many but we need to do more to support them—it is that that will make the biggest difference not just the content of the curriculum on its own Although I do believe the flexibility that we are allowing people will I think lead to a curriculum and more meaningful lessons for some children in schools who are in danger of disengaging because they do not understand why they are being asked to learn what they are learning they do not see the relevance of what they are learning to what they may want to do or how their lives are or they do not see themselves reflected So for some of our communities they do not see themselves reflected in the curriculum that we are teaching at the moment And again international research would suggest that if you want a child to thrive they have to see themselves and their community reflected in what they are learning in schools

Kirsty Williams AM suggested that Welsh Government had always been big supporters of WISERD (WalesInstitute of Social and Economic Research, Data and Methods). More research into Welsh education would always be needed. As a Government, all aspects of concerns of Welsh education should be taken into consideration as the government was planning the new curriculum. For instance, empowering teachers to be able to be more flexible in what they teached their children actually gave the government an opportunity to deliver lessons that could be much more engaging and much more relevant to some of the school children than what they had at the moment.

goddess: Very well then, I will help you. But you are forever indebted to me. By accepting this gold you are agreeing to be my servant in this life and the next. do you accept these terms? fisherman: I already have enough gold for this lifetime and the next. I will worship you, indeed I will Goddess but I will not be your servant. This blight affects us both equally. You need to help this village because if not, your temple will be destroyed and you will be just another forgotten Goddess! goddess: How dare you threaten me. I am a goddess and you are nothing but a blight on the sea. You will never catch another fish. If you do not leave my temple immediately I will turn you into a fish! fisherman: I am not threatening you, Goddess. I am only telling you that this darkness will destroy both of us. I will do nothing to harm you but if you cannot help me, you will be destroyed as well. We must come together to fight off this aura! Summarize the dialogue

goddess will help the fisherman but she wants him to be her servant in this life and the next. the fisherman refuses and threatens to turn goddess into a fish if she does not leave her temple immediately.

Barbra: A very good morning to you, Birthday Pig! Barbra: <file_gif> Barbra: I wish you more or less the same: love and good luck, health and money, friends and pets! One after the other, my dear Natalie! Barbra: How are you celebrating today? Natalie: Thanks a lot! Especially for pets, though I think I've got enough of them. Natalie: We haven't decided yet. Probably a meal out with the kids in the evening, no big invitations or receptions this year for obvious reasons. Barbra: Oh yes, it's true. What a pity Gustav didn't make it to your birthday. We shall always miss him. Natalie: Yes. We don't even feel like celebrating but a meal with the family will be nice. Barbra: I wish you all the best for this special day! Natalie: Thanks.

Natalie will probably spend her birthday with her family, going out for dinner. Nothing big this year as Gustav can't join in.

James: sorry boss, I will be late Christian: why? James: my dog got sick but I'm on my way already

On his way to work, James informs his boss Christian that he will be late because his dog got sick.

Rachel: Hi, how are you doing? Charlie: good, but super busy Rachel: are you in town? Charlie: no, in the US Rachel: wow, you travel all the time Charlie: This is my job Rachel: I envy you this life style Charlie: I worked long to be able to live like this Rachel: I know and you deserve it Rachel: Where in the US are you? Charlie: New York Rachel: My favourite city in the world Charlie: yes, it's amazing, I like it too Charlie: just crazily expensive Rachel: I know, I spend there 200$ per day usually Charlie: so one can't really stay too long in New York Rachel: until you earn 3000$ per month Charlie: Exactly Rachel: so when are you coming back? Charlie: in a week Rachel: great, so we have to go for a coffee! Charlie: we will!

Charlie is in New York. Rachel will see Charlie when he's back in a week.

#Person1#: How long does it take to get to downtown from here? #Person2#: It is 15 minutes ' drive. #Person1#: What companies do we have in our neighborhood? #Person2#: Mitsubishi, HP, IBM and many other famous corporations. #Person1#: Does the 7th floor belong to our company too? #Person2#: Yes, our company has two floors, the 6th and 7th floor in this building. #Person1#: It ' s such a large firm. Do we have our own staff restaurant? #Person2#: Yes, at the end of the hall.

#Person2# tells #Person1# information about their company and its surroundings.

Jayson: My bday next month Steve: U doing anything? Jayson: Dunno yet Steve: Lets have a party at louis Jayson: Should I call them Jayson: And book a table? Steve: Ya but I meant Steve: You can have the whole room Steve: and we'll drink pitchers all night Jayson: Bro beer again? Steve: 😂 🤣 Jayson: You guys drink Jayson: Id probably go for some shots Steve: 😂 🤣

Steve suggests Jayson organising a birthday party at louis.

Jane: And? Jane: Have you had your scan? Mia: yhyy Jane: And? Mia: It's growing Jane: What did the doctor say? Jane: Do you need a surgery? Mia: No Jane: That's good. If it was dangerous, you would have the surgery done... Mia: maybe... but I'm fed up Jane: oh, honey Jane: It's gonna be okay Mia: I also have problems with my liver Jane: oh? Mia: the pills I have been taking for the last few months probably caused it Jane: oh dear Mia: :( Jane: they are gonna fix it for you, you'll see Mia: hope so Jane: Sure they will. Mia: ok, speak to you later. Jane: take care, bye

Mia had her scan done. It's growing, but she won't have a surgery. She has also problems with her liver.

Sheila: Hey lady. Heard you got engaged to Mike😊 Alicia: Hey sister. Yeah I did. Can't wait for our marriage😤 Sheila: When is the date? Alicia: We have not set the date yet but I will tell you as soon as we have done so Sheila: Okay all the best then

Alicia got engaged to Mike. They haven't set the date yet, but when they do, she'll let Sheila know.

priest: I so sorry for your plight. It makes me weep. Please, if you can wait until dark, you and your family may dine with me and the rest of the clergymen. peasant: oh yes father, for a hot meal and the chance to break bread with your family. yes, we can wait. But father I am a hard worker, what can I do for the church? priest: I will give you a job. Do you see the bejeweled cloth? I shine it every morning, but I am getting old and the work is getting too hard for my aging hands. I will pay you to come before every service and shine the jewels. peasant: It is beautiful and I have seen the sun rising in the east and how makes the room glow. I would feel blessed to have such and honor and to be paid. priest: Then the job is yours. I only ask that you be completely honest with me always. Summarize the dialogue

peasant is poor and his family is hungry. The priest offers him a meal with the clergymen. The priest offers the peasant a job to shine the jewelled cloth before every service.

#Person1#: Did you enjoy the restaurant? #Person2#: I didn't really like it all that much. #Person1#: What do you think the problem was? #Person2#: Well, they are pretty new. I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet. #Person1#: How did you feel about the food? #Person2#: The food wasn't all that exciting. #Person1#: I don't think that the service was good, either. #Person2#: Yes, the service certainly didn't add to the experience. #Person1#: Would you like to return to this restaurant? #Person2#: Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down.

#Person2# didn't enjoy the restaurant and tells #Person1# where the problems lie in.

townsperson: That sounds funky! I've got a basket of produce right here, do you need anything from it? witch: I don't need the produce, but I could use the basket. In trade, I will give you this potion. It's guaranteed to attract the love of your life. townsperson: That is the sad part, I have no love of my life. But you say this potion can change that? Was it created here in the lagoons? witch: I made it in my cave on the other side of the forest. It's got a pungent odor, but it's guaranteed to work! townsperson: As long as it works, I am willing to trade you. Do you have any other special potions? witch: No, but now that I have this moss, I'll be ready to make my next potion. It's a hair growth potion. townsperson: Give me that! I definitely need that for my armpits! Yippee! I am so happy you are a peaceful witch and not a druid that casts spells on us townspeople! Summarize the dialogue

witch needs a basket of produce in exchange for potion that attracts the love of your life.

#Person1#: I can't believe that Anthony is finally getting married! #Person2#: Yeah well it's about time! He's been living with his parents for 40 years! #Person1#: Don't be mean. Look here come the bridesmaids! Their dresses look beautiful! #Person2#: Who are those kids walking down the aisle? #Person1#: That's the flower girl and the ring bearer. I'm pretty sure they're the groom's niece and nephew. Oh, they look so cute! #Person2#: I just hope the priest makes it quick. I'm starving. I hope the food's good at the reception. #Person1#: That's all you ever think about, food! Oh, I think the bride's coming now! She looks gorgeous. Wait, what's she doing? Where's she going? #Person2#: Oh great! Does this mean that the reception is canceled?

#Person1# and #Person2# attend Anthony's marriage ceremony. #Person2# always focuses on food. To #Person1#'s surprise, the bride runs away from the wedding.

#Person1#: Ann! Don't you see the children are making so much noise here? Why don't you keep them occupied and out their mother's hair? #Person2#: OK! What about taking them outside and flying a kite. #Person1#: Good idea! Well, Joan, I have something important to tell you.

#Person1# thinks the children are noisy. Ann suggests taking them outside.

#Person1#: Excuse me, how can I get special discount coupons? #Person2#: Buy more and get more special discount coupons. #Person1#: Can I get a discount coupon if I buy these goods? #Person2#: Of course You get a coupon for every 3 bags of sugar. #Person1#: But how much discount can I get if I use it to buy goods next time? #Person2#: 10 pence off if you use this coupon. #Person1#: Can I buy everything in the supermarket by it? . #Person2#: Yeah, you need to take advantage of it within its expiry date. #Person1#: How long can I keep it? #Person2#: The coupon can be used at least one year. #Person1#: I see. I will take 9 bags of sugar so that I can get 3 coupons. #Person2#: All right. I will get them for you.

#Person1# asks #Person2# about the instructions for getting and using the discount coupons.

torture master: I love coming to work! I wouldn't worry about how I am doing. explorer: You seem like a chipper guy. What do you do for work? torture master: The King has me chat with his subjects from time to time. Today is your time. explorer: Wha-?! OUCH. GET AWAY FROM ME RIGHT NOW. torture master: The King is concerned that during your exploring you stumbled across some of his secret business. I am enjoying this already. explorer: Secret business? Like what? I explore for fun. torture master: I'm a people person. You and I are going to establish a rapport together. explorer: STAY AWAY FROM ME. torture master: Give that back you idiot! explorer: YOU LIKE TO TORTURE PEOPLE? NOT ME SIR. I AM A EXPLORER. I AM A RIDER. torture master: I am a reasonable man. So is the King. You got two choices. Die or wish you were dead! Which option do you prefer? explorer: How about.... the third option.... Beat you to death? Summarize the dialogue

torture master is a torturer working for the King. The King is concerned that the explorer stumbled across his secret business. The explorer is not happy about it.

Agatha: Can everyone please send me their actual physical addresses cause I want to send out the wending invitations :) Emily: Let the countdown begin! Ana: I cannot believe the big day is coming! You _just_ got engaged, I swear Agatha: I know!! so excited! Clint: Aggie, check your email. What about the wedding registry? Wife wants to know Emily: Right to business haha Agatha: All info will be sent out together with the invites :) Ana: What's the deadline for RSVP? Agatha: Gimmie the address so I can send you the invitation and you will soon find out haha! not giving out any details now!

Agatha is getting married and needs Emily, Ana and Clint's physical addresses to send them invitations.

Adrian: <file_photo> Adrian: That was when I was walking across the bridge Maria: So beautiful. Where is that? Victoria Falls? Adrian: Yes that's the view from the bridge Maria: I wanna move to u haha Adrian: Haha I'm only here for another week then I leave Maria: Oh so u got a new job? Adrian: You see how you never pay attention to what I say Maria: U said that tomorrow u will start working but u didn't tell me u got a new job. U just told me u gonna have an exam and a break Adrian: Yea the exam is for the new job Maria: Yes I know this. But I didn't know that u got that job already :( Adrian: But I told you long ago Maria: I don't remember anything that u told me that u got a new job. U were just telling me u wanna change a job or u really told me that u had got a new job then I have problems with my memory :) Adrian: You see you don't listen to me Maria: It's not like that. I just don't remember that. Because u didn't tell me that. U told me about the exam and nothing else. I asked about the results and u said that u will have them around in 1 month Adrian: I did tell you a while ago. Even when I was going for the interview and after the interview Maria: Which I guess should mean that in 1 month u will know if u have this job or not. Yeah. U told me u going back to Victoria falls to work there. U didn't tell me that they gave u that job Adrian: I told you Maria: Ok. So maybe I have problems with my memory...

Adrian has got a new job, and Maria is surprised that he didn't know anything about it.

#Person1#: I don't know how John can put up with his son, who fools around without working. #Person2#: He's out of John's hands. Nothing he can do about such a black sheep. #Person1#: If I were him, I would give him a good talking-to. I would insist on his stopping fooling around like that.

#Person1# thinks John should ask his son to stop fooling around.

Luna: What do you think about David Reimer case? Kim: I think it's absolutely outrageous Kim: Dr Money was as bad as Dr Mengele Kim: I don't know why he was never accountable for all the harm caused Jackson: It's a really sad story Linda: I haven't heard about this case Kim: David Reimer was born a boy but during medical circumcision at early age he lost his penis Kim: His parents were terrified and wanted their kid to have a normal life Kim: Unfortunately they were uneducated and got manipulated by Dr Money to change David's gender Kim: He ran a morally dubious social experiment Kim: Conditioning David to be a girl Kim: Sex surgery, hormone treatments, social conditioning, years of lying about his true identity Kim: David was brought up Brenda Jackson: Which as you can imagine had a huge emotional toll Jackson: He didn't feel right as a girl Jackson: But didn't know what was wrong with him Jackson: He developed depression Kim: Finally he discovered the truth and transitioned to his true gender Kim: But his life was ruined. Jackson: At the age of 38 he committed a suicide

David Reimer was born a boy, but lost his penis during medical circumcision at early age. His parents were manipulated by Dr Money to change David's gender. He underwent sex surgery, hormone treatment and was brought up as Brenda. When he discovered the truth, he committed suicide at the age of 38.

#Person1#: Excuse me, ah, was my bedroom cleaned this morning? #Person2#: Yes, Madam. All the rooms are cleaned in the morning, Madam. #Person1#: Well, then I have a bit of a problem #Person2#: Is your room not satisfactory, Madam? #Person1#: No, it's not that. It's just that I can't find my necklace. #Person2#: I'm sorry, Madam. Can you tell me a little bit more about it? #Person1#: Well this morning I left my necklace here on the table by the bed but it's just nowhere to be found. #Person2#: I will report this to the manager right away, Madam.

#Person1# lost her necklace after her room was cleaned. #Person2# will report it to the manager.

Patricia: Hey, could you give me a call in an hour or so, I can't talk now. George: Yeah, of course. Patricia: Thanks.

Patricia cannot talk now. George will call her in about an hour.

king: Indeed, if they have it so bad then they should go to the north and see just how much worse it is up there! queen: Ha, they're the worst! Speaking of them, do you think it's time we start another war with them? king: Only if they manage to find another gold mine or conquer some land that we'd like. queen: That last gold mine sure was huge. Would you like a book to read? king: Sure, where did you get this volume? queen: My sister gave it to me last time she visited. Said it was her favorite. I think you'll enjoy it king: I'll have to read the synopsis to see what it is like then. Thank you. queen: You're welcome. I truly am the luckiest person to be married to you king: As am I to be with a wonderful woman like you. I am glad to make you my queen. queen: Have you seen my chambermaid? I should get ready for tonight's feast Summarize the dialogue

king and queen are discussing the situation with the northerners. They are discussing the possibility of starting a new war with them. Queen gave king a book from her sister.

general: Gentlemen! The King has entrusted us with this very special assignment, and I do not intend to see us fail. The more information we can gather at this tower, the better off our kingdom will be. You there, soldier! What do make of this place? soldier: I found this crest among the cobblestones. I don't recognize the house seal, but the lord of the tower must have left in a hurry. Summarize the dialogue

General wants to know what they found at the tower. Soldier found a crest among the cobblestones.

#Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill? #Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I cough a lot in the evening. #Person1#: You'd better give up smoking. It's bad for your health. #Person2#: You're right, but you know, it's hard to give up an old habit. #Person1#: But you should make up your mind first. #Person2#: You know, I often have to work til late at night. I need something to keep me awake. #Person1#: Why don't you go to bed and get up early? You'll have the same time for work. #Person2#: Thank you for your advice! I'll try it.

#Person1# advises Bill to quit smoking, but Bill says he needs something to keep awake. #Person1# suggests sleeping early and getting up early, and #Person2# will try it.

Bella: Did u see Shannon today? Connor: No, why? Bella: She was wearing a really slutty dress! XD Connor: She usually wears slutty dresses, why r u so excited about it? XD Bella: Today she's srsly looking like she's hunting for a husband! Connor: I might know why, Jackson is visiting the office! Bella: Now you're talking! I But he has a wife and 2 little kids! Connor: Did such things stop Shannon before? Remember Scott? Bella: Sweet Jesus! You're right! Connor: I think though she isn't Jackson's typeXD Bella: Too slutty? Connor: Too slutty and too blond XD

Jackson is visiting the office today.