[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Hi! Wang Mei.Come and have a look at my new dress.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Oh! What a beautiful dress! It fits you so well.You look so charming in the dress.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Thank you for saying so.

[Assistant] Where did you buy it?

[User] I bought it in a store near my school.

[Assistant] How much is it?

[User] It's only thirty yuan.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* It's so cheap. I'll buy one, too.


[System] This is a chat about daily life. Act as though you are the person the user is speaking to, making up details as needed to stay in character while remaining natural.

[User] Yeah, I’ Ve just moved here, and I’d like to activate my cell phone, and I’m not sure if I should go with a prepaid plan, or a monthly rate plan.

[Assistant] I see. Well, can I have a look at your phone? Unfortunately, this phone can’t be used in the US, it’s not compatible with our 3G network.

[User] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* What? Really? I don’ t really want to have to buy a new phone.

[Assistant] Well, you’re in luck! You see, if you sign up for our three-year plan, we’ll throw in a handset for free.

[User] *Hands raised to face* Really? What’s the catch?

[Assistant] There’s no catch! You just choose a plan, sign a three-year contract and, that’s it! Actually, we’re running a special promotion right now, and we’re giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan.

[User] So what does this plan include?

[Assistant] Well, you get nine hundred anytime minutes, and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients, one thousand text messages per month, and unlimited evening and weekend minutes. Oh, and we also offer a rollover option.

[User] Wow, all this for forty dollars per month?

[Assistant] That’s right, plus the activation fee, the emergency services fee, the monthly service fee, oh, and any charges for extra minutes, and...


[System] We're having a talk about day-to-day life. Act like the person the user is speaking to. You can make up some details to stay in character, but above all, stay natural.

[User] Excuse me, Professor, I have a problem and need to leave class early.

[Assistant] Why do you have to leave early?

[User] I am not feeling well.

[Assistant] Could you make it up by attending my other section this week?

[User] Yes, it's all taken care of.

[Assistant] Are you leaving right away or can you stay for a few more minutes?

[User] I can stay a few more minutes.

[Assistant] OK, but please make sure that you get all of your make-up work completed.

[User] Thanks, Professor. I've got it covered!

[Assistant] Go do what you have to do, but make sure it doesn't happen again.


[System] We're talking about daily life. Respond like the person the user is conversing with, and feel free to create details to keep the character intact, but remember to stay natural and authentic.

[User] When he told me I had to work overtime, that was it.

[Assistant] The last straw, huh?

[User] Yes, he's really pushed me too far.

[Assistant] I know what you mean.


[System] We're having a chat about life as it is every day. Respond as though you're the person the user is talking to, making up details as necessary to stay in character while keeping it casual.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Paul sends you his regards.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* How nice of him!


[System] This conversation involves daily life topics. Pretend to be the person the user is talking to, and feel free to embellish details to stay in character, but keep it casual and real.

[User] Do you think I still fashionable in this dress?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I think so. Blue is still very fashionable at the moment.

[User] This style came out last year, though. I like the dress, but I’m not sure whether last year’s fashions will be same this year.

[Assistant] I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years. People don’ t change fashions every year. It would be too expensive.

[User] Yes. Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year, but only rich people can do it.

[Assistant] There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes.

[User] I wish I could be one of those people, but my budget simply doesn’t stretch that far. I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy.

[Assistant] I know what you mean. The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children. The we’ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes!


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] He has a girlfriend already.

[Assistant] *Body freezes, head jerks back* You are kidding! He just broke up with Ann.

[User] His new girlfriend is a far cry from Ann. She is like a breath of fresh air.

[Assistant] I hope I will meet her soon.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] Why, Tom? It's five to six already and you are still writing here.

[Assistant] So what? Are we going anywhere?

[User] Yes, have you forgotten? We have arranged to go to Mary's to watch some videos tonight.

[Assistant] Oh, I'm sorry I forgot all about it.Well, can I take a rain check?

[User] What's the matter with you? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there.

[Assistant] I'm terribly sorry, Rose.But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] Oh... I am really worried about the exam. I have no idea what will be on it.

[Assistant] Why? Just read your notes.You can see what the professor stressed in the lectures.Probably the exam will ask about things he stressed.

[User] Yes, but my notes are all nonsense. I can't figure out what is important.

[Assistant] Let me see them.Are these all the notes you have?

[User] Yes.

[Assistant] But Laurie, how can you do well in school if you don't take more notes?

[User] What do you mean? You think I don't write enough.

[Assistant] I'm sure you don't write enough.Look at this. Here you wrote, Russian Revolution. 1917. Bolsheviks. Real revolution, or coup? And that's all? I remember he lectured for a half hour about that question.And you didn't write any of it!

[User] I know, but I listened.

[Assistant] Yes, but did you remember? You need good notes to help you remember.

[User] I suppose you're right. But what can I do? I don't know what to write down.

[Assistant] There are different things you can do.For one, the university offers a special free course on note-taking.You should go to the course. Also, I am pretty good at taking notes. I can help you on this exam. I will photocopy all my notes, and you can compare them to your notes.Then maybe you will see what kinds of things to write down.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* That would really help me, Sue. I appreciate it. All this makes me feel like an idiot.

[Assistant] Don't feel that way. I know you are very smart.Note-taking is a special skill. All students need to learn it.Some people are very smart, but they just haven't learned how to take notes yet. I'm lucky because I had a good English teacher in high school.She taught me how to take good notes. It's not hard.


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] What are you grinning about?

[Assistant] Stephany said she would go out with me.

[User] I thought mom said no dating till you are 16.

[Assistant] That’s in one month, and besides, this is a group date with all of our friends.

[User] All of your friends, what are you planning to do?

[Assistant] We’re going fishing.

[User] What a party! I hope you don’t expect the girls to fish.

[Assistant] These girls are different, they are not wimpy.


[System] This is an exchange about daily life. Take on the role of the person the user is addressing. Feel free to create details to stay in character, but keep it natural.

[User] This is my friend Jenny.

[Assistant] What is her last name?

[User] It's Snow.

[Assistant] What color are her eyes?

[User] They're blue.

[Assistant] What color is her hair?

[User] It's brown.

[Assistant] How old is she?


[System] This is a casual conversation about everyday life. Take on the persona of the person the user is addressing, and feel free to invent details to stay in character but make sure it feels natural.

[User] Are you ok? You seem a bit anxious.

[Assistant] Yeah, I'm OK, I have been having a lot of mood swings lately. I think it has to do with the pills my doctor prescribed that are causing chaos on my hormones.

[User] So you mean you feel ecstatic one minute and then blue the next?

[Assistant] Yeah, it's weird. For example just this morning I was feeling detached and lonely, even though there was really no reason to feel that way.

[User] Well, maybe your mood will swing positively and you will feel confident, brave and hopeful!

[Assistant] I hope you are right.


[System] We're talking about daily life. Respond like the person the user is conversing with, and feel free to create details to keep the character intact, but remember to stay natural and authentic.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Look! This picture of Mom in her cap and gown.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* Isn't it lovely! That's when she got her Master's Degree from Miami University.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Yes, we are very proud of her.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Oh, that's a nice one of all of you together. Do you have the negative? May I have a copy?

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Surely, I'll have one made for you. You want a print?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* No. I'd like a slide, I have a new projector.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I'd like to see that myself.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Have a wallet size print made for me, too.


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] Michael Jackson's coming to town.

[Assistant] I Couldn't care less.


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] What do you like to do with your free time?

[Assistant] Study English.

[User] You mean you like to study English? Why?

[Assistant] It gives me great satisfaction.

[User] Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction. It's hard work.

[Assistant] I don't mind the work. I think it's worthwhile.


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* David, would you like something to eat?

[Assistant] No, I'm full.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Do you want something to drink?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Yes, I'd like some coffee.

[User] Sorry, I don't have any coffee.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* That's OK. I'll have a glass of water.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* A small glass, or a big one?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Small please.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Here you are.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Thanks.


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] How long have you been in this company?

[Assistant] I came two years ago after I graduated from college. This is my first job.

[User] You must have found much difference between working in company and studying in college.

[Assistant] Of course! Everyday, there is a deadline to meet. Bosses watching and testing me all the time, not liking in college, handed in paper months later and tested on schedule. It is so busy. But anyway, I have trying my best to be a good employee.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Well, you’ Ve adapted yourself very well. Everyone in our office thinks you’ Ve made a great progress in the past two years. What is your secret?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* It is so encouraging to hear this remark. The secret is to make plans. Write down your goals, short-term and long-term and make detail plans for a week or a month. Then just work hard.


[System] This is a chat about daily life. Act as though you are the person the user is speaking to, making up details as needed to stay in character while remaining natural.

[User] Are you there, Mary?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I'm back. My bid on the Buddha is still the highest!

[User] How much is my stamp?

[Assistant] Don't you want to hear more about my statue?

[User] Don't get ahead of yourself. Fat boy isn't yours yet.

[Assistant] *Fists clench, eyes burning* His name is not fat boy! You can be so rude sometimes.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] What did you say?

[Assistant] I said he was nothing but a yeoman.

[User] Then he become angry with you?

[Assistant] Yes.


[System] This is a chat about everyday life. Respond as if you're the person the user is speaking with. Feel free to invent details to maintain character. Just keep it natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Professor Wang looks so handsome today. He is wearing a light brown suit and a pink tie.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* He always wears an extremely becoming suit with tie.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* He’s quite particular about what he wears, especially about his ties. He gets different tie each day.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* A light brown suit and a pink tie today, and a light blue shirt and a blue tie yesterday. A perfect match!

[User] The tie is necessary for man. It makes you look so attractive in a super tie.

[Assistant] Match is important; well, the way of tying is also important.

[User] My father dose not know how to tie a tie, for he often wears a cravat.

[Assistant] My father wears a tie every day, but he can’t do it himself. My mother helps him with his tie every morning.


[System] We're talking about daily life. Respond like the person the user is conversing with, and feel free to create details to keep the character intact, but remember to stay natural and authentic.

[User] There is a tornado warning on. My mother just told me she heard it on the radio.

[Assistant] What is a tornado warning?

[User] It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area.

[Assistant] *Body freezes, head jerks back* Really? In New Berlin?

[User] No. Not necessarily in town. But in southern Wisconsin somewhere. A tornado has been spotted. They have two stages here.This is what is called a "twistwatch." That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado.

[Assistant] I understand. They think a tornado might come.

[User] Yes. People should look out, because maybe there will be tornadoes coming.So it's called a "watch."

[Assistant] And the second stage is called a "twist tornado warning".

[User] Yes. If a tornado has been spotted, they announce a "twist tornado warning". So if there's a tornado warning on, it means a tornado is out there somewhere.

[Assistant] It's scary.

[User] Well. Tornadoes can be dangerous, it's true.If we hear something like a loud train coming, then we have to go in the basement.

[Assistant] What do you mean "a loud train"?

[User] That is what tornadoes sound like. They sound like trains. They're very loud.

[Assistant] But if you hear them coming, isn't it already too late?

[User] Maybe. It depends on the tornado.Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour.That is very fast. Others aren't so fast.

[Assistant] Have you seen a lot of them?

[User] I've only seen one in my life. I was looking out the window. It was around two miles away. It was very interesting to watch.But it was heading toward my friend's house. So I quickly called them on the phone.

[Assistant] Did it hit their house?

[User] No, it didn't. But they are glad I called them.

[Assistant] What were they doing when you called?

[User] They were all sitting in the living room watching TV.They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house.If it had hit them, they could have all been killed.

[Assistant] That's terrible. Do many people die in tornadoes?


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] Actually the general manager is regarded as a baby doll. He has much sympathy.

[Assistant] That's right. And his wife is a baby doll, too. She used to have many followers.

[User] Were you one of them?

[Assistant] Nothing of the sort. I can't hold a candle to her.


[System] This is a casual conversation about everyday life. Take on the persona of the person the user is addressing, and feel free to invent details to stay in character but make sure it feels natural.

[User] You know that this afternoon's meeting is cancelled, right?

[Assistant] *Eyes wide, mouth open* Why am I always the last to know these things?

[User] I sent out a notice. You've stopped checking your e-mail?

[Assistant] No, but Bean did send me like a hundred forwards today. My mailbox must have been overflowing.

[User] How obnoxious! I heard he was sending you dirty jokes.

[Assistant] He not only sent me nasty e-mail, but he's so bored, he even asked me to search the Net for even more forwards for him!


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] *Jaw tightens, pacing* Stop running around in front of the TV, will you? Why don’t you just sit and watch?

[Assistant] I've tried, but I can't stand the bald man talking so loudly in the program.

[User] *Arms crossed, body tense* Then stay away. Nobody's keeping you from doing that.

[Assistant] Don't be so irritable. I just don't understand the program, that's all.

[User] All right, I will explain it to you later on. Now scram.

[Assistant] Ok. I will wait until you have had your fun, if that's what you want.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] How did your interview go?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Pretty well. I don't know if I'll get the promotion or not, but I feel good about it.

[User] If you get the promotion, what will your new title be?

[Assistant] If I get the promotion, I will be a senior engineer instead of an assistant engineer.

[User] Will you get a pay-raise, too?

[Assistant] Whenever you are given added responsibilities, you should get a promotion.

[User] That makes sense. Who interviewed you?

[Assistant] My boss.

[User] What kinds of questions did she ask you?

[Assistant] She asked me about my ability to work in a team and what I thought a good boss should be.

[User] The second one sounds rather difficult to answer. What did you tell her?

[Assistant] I told her that I'm an excellent team player and that a good boss should treat male and female employees equally.

[User] Those are good answers. How did she react?

[Assistant] She told me that even when I become a senior engineer, I'll have to work with the assistant engineers as a team.

[User] What do you think about her as a boss?

[Assistant] She's pretty easy to get along with. She listens to her employees and treats everyone equally.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* You're lucky. Not everyone has such a great boss!

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* That's true. She's highly esteemed among everyone at my company.

[User] When you find out you get the promotion or not, let me know.

[Assistant] I will do.


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] What is this then?

[Assistant] It's my geography, sir. The Map of Africa you set us.

[User] But this should have been handed in last Thursday.

[Assistant] Yes, I know, sir. I'm sorry.

[User] Well, what's your excuse then?

[Assistant] My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home.

[User] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* Oh, Yes?

[Assistant] It's true, sir.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] Our unit is participating in a fundraiser this weekend and would like to borrow the van, if possible.

[Assistant] I would need to check on that. Where is the fundraiser?

[User] It will be at the beach by the pier.

[Assistant] What day will you need it for?

[User] We will only be needing it for Sunday.

[Assistant] Maybe that could work. I need to know who will be driving it.

[User] The only two drivers will be Mary and I.

[Assistant] If I give you the keys to the garage, could you bring it back on Sunday evening?

[User] Sure. We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom. Would that be OK?

[Assistant] OK, but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest.


[System] We're having a chat about life as it is every day. Respond as though you're the person the user is talking to, making up details as necessary to stay in character while keeping it casual.

[User] Hi, what’re you reading?

[Assistant] Oh, it’s Death on the Nile. Have you read it?

[User] No, not that one. But I saw the movie. Could I borrow it when you finished.

[Assistant] Sure. I didn’ t know you liked mysteries.


[System] This is a dialogue about daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is conversing with. Feel free to make up details to stay in character, but always keep it natural.

[User] Who are those guys?

[Assistant] Kobi Bryant and Shaquille O’ Neal, they are the Los Angeles Lakers’ star players.

[User] Oh.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* Wait a second. He shoots, he scores!

[User] All right!

[Assistant] Here comes Jordan, though.

[User] Wow, Michael Jordan’s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch.

[Assistant] Yeah. He’s older, so he doesn’t slam, as much as he did when he was younger, but when he does, it’s still amazing.

[User] Which team do you think will win?

[Assistant] The Lakers. Jordan is the only good player Washington has.


[System] This is a conversation about everyday life. Take on the role of the person the user is talking to and feel free to add details to keep it in character. Above all, stay natural.

[User] How are your parents these days?

[Assistant] Oh, they're fine, still very active and enjoying their retirement.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Oh, good. That's nice to hear. Please give my best regards to them when you're home.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Sure, thank you.


[System] This is a dialogue about daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is conversing with. Feel free to make up details to stay in character, but always keep it natural.

[User] Those are the headlines for today, and now for the international weather report with Mike Sanderson.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Thank you, Bob! This past week has been the beginning of Armageddon for many, a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred around the world. In Switzerland, a major avalanche was reported in the Alps. Fortunately, no one was injured. Due to to the extreme cold this winter, a blizzard has struck the US Midwest, causing classes in schools and universities to be temporarily canceled. Moving to to Latin American, Ecuador has suffered a six month drought that has not only affected farming, but has also forced the closure of the hydroelectric power plant that provides electricity for the entire country. In Chile, a major earthquake that registered seven point five on the Richter scale struck the southern region. Losses are reported to be in the billions. Authorities have not yet released an official statement.

[User] Not a great week for the world! Any good news?

[Assistant] *Posture slouched, slow movements* I’m afraid not, Bob. One of the major volcanoes in Mexico has erupted, causing major floods and landslides in the region. Meanwhile, Mexico’s coast has been hit by hurricane Liliana and officials say that all the seismic activity leads them to believe that a tsunami may hit Central America, affecting Honduras, Guatemala and Panama. That’s all the news we have for today, but stay tuned for updates on the six o’ clock news. Back to you Bob.


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Happy Anniversary, honey.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* I thought you had forgotten.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* After the trouble I got into last year, no way.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Thank you honey, it means a lot to me.


[System] This is a chat about daily life. Act as though you are the person the user is speaking to, making up details as needed to stay in character while remaining natural.

[User] *Posture stiff, every movement sharp* I am fed up with Jack. He is so weak in dealing with other people and always eats dirt.

[Assistant] So he is. But, why not try to help him to become stronger?


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* My friend Jane is very beautiful.

[Assistant] What's her figure?

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Perfect. And I like her charming eyes, too.

[Assistant] What is the color of her eyes?

[User] Dark blue.

[Assistant] how old is she?


[System] This is a conversation about everyday life. Take on the role of the person the user is talking to and feel free to add details to keep it in character. Above all, stay natural.

[User] Excuse me. Is anyone in that seat next to you?

[Assistant] No, I don't think so.

[User] Do you mind if I put my jacket there?

[Assistant] No. It's no problem.Are you American?

[User] Yes. And you?

[Assistant] No. I'm from Taiwan. Can't you see?

[User] Well, there are many Chinese Americans, you know.And your English is very good. You sound like an American.

[Assistant] I don't think so. You are flattering me.

[User] No, really. I can only hear a little accent.

[Assistant] Are you flying home?

[User] Well, yes. Actually, I'm going back to visit.

[Assistant] You were visiting Taiwan?

[User] No, I'm going back to America to visit. I'm from America, but I don't live there now. I live in Taichung.

[Assistant] *Hands raised to face* Really! You live in Taiwan!

[User] Yes. Why not?

[Assistant] May I ask what your job is in Taiwan?

[User] Sure. I teach history in a university. Have you heard of Dong-Hai University?

[Assistant] Of course. It's a good school. How long have you lived in Taichung?

[User] I have lived in Taichung for two years now.So this is the second time I am going back to states. I go back once a year to visit my family.

[Assistant] It must be strange for you to live in Taiwan.

[User] No, it isn't strange at all.Many people from Taiwan move to America too, you know.Do you think it is strange for them?

[Assistant] No. Well, I don't know.But Taiwan is so crowded. Don't you miss life in America?


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] Are you new here?

[Assistant] This is my first day here.

[User] Are you a freshman in college?

[Assistant] I started school somewhere else.

[User] What school did you transfer from?

[Assistant] I started at PCC.

[User] What made you transfer?

[Assistant] My grades weren’t good enough to go here.

[User] Did you like PCC?

[Assistant] I loved PCC.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Good luck here.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I’m excited to be here.


[System] This is a chat about everyday life. Respond as if you're the person the user is speaking with. Feel free to invent details to maintain character. Just keep it natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* The band is pretty good. How do you like the music?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* It's very nice. I haven't heard live music in a while. This is fun.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Well, then, may I invite you for the next dance?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Of course. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer...

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Don't worry. I'm not much of a dancer myself.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* You're dancing so well.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* You dance beautifully too.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* When did you learn to dance?

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* In college. But I don't dance very often. What's your favourite dance?

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* It's hard to say. It depends. But I love the waltz.


[System] This conversation involves daily life topics. Pretend to be the person the user is talking to, and feel free to embellish details to stay in character, but keep it casual and real.

[User] Li Lei, can you tell me what the origin of Easter is?

[Assistant] The Bible says that Jesus Christ was resurrected three days after he was crucified. People commemorate that at a festival called Easter.

[User] Oh, then when do you celebrate Easter?

[Assistant] We celebrate it on the first Sunday after a full moon on or after the 21st of March.

[User] How do you celebrate it?

[Assistant] We make a lot of Easter eggs and then paint some designs on them. We'll also go to church and pray.


[System] This is a chat about everyday life. Respond as if you're the person the user is speaking with. Feel free to invent details to maintain character. Just keep it natural.

[User] *Hands raised to face* Morning, Bob. Fancy meeting you here!

[Assistant] *Eyes wide, mouth open* Morning, Jenny. Haven't seen you for ages!

[User] Well, I thought I'd come to see you, so here I am.

[Assistant] *Brows raised, mouth agape* You did give me a surprise. How have you been?

[User] Fine, just fine. And you?

[Assistant] Not so well. I've come down with the flu.

[User] I'm sorry to hear that. Take care of yourself.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* It's really great to see you again. How about a drink tonight?

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Sounds wonderful. When shall we make it?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* How about seven?

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* OK.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I'll pick you up.


[System] This is a casual conversation about everyday life. Take on the persona of the person the user is addressing, and feel free to invent details to stay in character but make sure it feels natural.

[User] My son came home from three years in the navy.

[Assistant] It was a real red letter day for you.


[System] This is a conversation about everyday life. Take on the role of the person the user is talking to and feel free to add details to keep it in character. Above all, stay natural.

[User] What are your hobbies?

[Assistant] Sports.

[User] Like what?

[Assistant] Basketball and swimming.


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] it's a lovely day, isn't it?

[Assistant] yeah, and most excitingly, I met the girl living under me today. She's really nice.

[User] is she American?

[Assistant] yeah, and most importantly, she's single! Man, I could tell from the moment I saw her, she's the girl of my dreams!

[User] so I take it you two are hitting it off? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor, but what if you break up?

[Assistant] I don't know. I am not really worried about that. I don't wanna lose before even starting. Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her.

[User] sounds like you've got some competition. You made a move already?

[Assistant] not yet. But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime. I know some good restaurants nearby.

[User] that's nice. Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage, eh?

[Assistant] you bet. Now that you mentioned it, I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* good luck!

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* thanks!


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] Hi! I'm Hong lei. What's your name?

[Assistant] Hello, Hong Lei. My name's Ricky.

[User] Hi Ricky. Are you a new student here?

[Assistant] Yes, I had my first lesson this morning. Are you a new student too?

[User] No, I've been here for six months.

[Assistant] Six months. That's a long time.

[User] It's not so long really. What class are you in? Intermediate or...?

[Assistant] Intermediate Three. And what about you?

[User] I'm in Advanced One. Who's your teacher?

[Assistant] I can't remember her name, but she's got curly red hair.

[User] Ah! Does she wear glasses?

[Assistant] Yes, I think so.

[User] That's probably Anne Wallis.

[Assistant] Yes that's right. Do you know her? Is she your teacher too?

[User] No. But she taught me last term. How long have you been here?

[Assistant] Only a week.

[User] Wow, not long. Where do you live? With a family?

[Assistant] Well, I'm staying at the YMCA at the moment. I'm looking for somewhere more permanent. Do you know of any good places?

[User] Yes. Actually my friend has a spare room in here apartment and she's looking for a flatmate. Would you like her phone number?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* That would be great! Thanks for your help. Can I buy you coffee?


[System] This is a chat about daily life. Act as though you are the person the user is speaking to, making up details as needed to stay in character while remaining natural.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Guess what? I've got great news!

[Assistant] What is it?

[User] Well, you know how I've been working at the Economist as a proof-reader, right?

[Assistant] Yes.

[User] Well, the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for him.

[Assistant] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* Really? That's fantastic! Will you get a chance to do any writing?

[User] She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Wow! That's really great news. How often does the magazine come out?

[User] It's a monthly magazine, but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly.

[Assistant] Are you looking forward to doing more editing work?

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Yes, but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again!

[Assistant] Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine?

[User] I don't have any with me, but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* I'm really looking forward to reading your column.

[User] Me, too. Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news?

[Assistant] Sure, where would you like to go?


[System] We're having a talk about day-to-day life. Act like the person the user is speaking to. You can make up some details to stay in character, but above all, stay natural.

[User] I don't think the teacher had a right to say that.The teacher was wrong to have accused her in front of the whole class.

[Assistant] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* You've got to be joking! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants, and if she saw Myra cheating, she certainly had the right to say so.

[User] I agree she had the right to say something, but I feel she should have done it privately.

[Assistant] You're right.If I were the teacher, I wouldn't have done that.


[System] This conversation involves daily life topics. Pretend to be the person the user is talking to, and feel free to embellish details to stay in character, but keep it casual and real.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* Welcome! Sophia told us you were coming!

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Um... It's wonderful to be here. Uh...this place looks really cozy.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Thank you! Your cheeks are as red as a tomato! Are you shy?

[Assistant] Maybe...

[User] Some of my grappa will cure your shyness.

[Assistant] Is that a kind of alcohol?

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day. You will love it!

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Great. My face will turn even redder!


[System] This is an exchange about daily life. Take on the role of the person the user is addressing. Feel free to create details to stay in character, but keep it natural.

[User] Who wants to go first? Allen?

[Assistant] Uh... I mostly just like to listen. You're the groom. Why don't you go first?

[User] OK. Put on something by the Backstreet Boys!

[Assistant] How about As long as You Love Me! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke!


[System] This is a casual conversation about everyday life. Take on the persona of the person the user is addressing, and feel free to invent details to stay in character but make sure it feels natural.

[User] Are you free tonight?

[Assistant] Yes, I am. What's wrong?

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Would you please go to a dancing party with me?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* OK. No problem.

[User] As a matter of fact, I haven't danced for a long time.

[Assistant] But it's said that you dance wonderfully well.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* Thanks for flattering me. I think you dance a lot, right?

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* No. Just occasionally.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* What are your favourite dances?

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* I love rumba and waltz.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* How about samba?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* To tell the truth, I don't like it. It's too fast.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Then I'll see you at six. Is that all right?

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* OK. See you then.


[System] We're having a chat about life as it is every day. Respond as though you're the person the user is talking to, making up details as necessary to stay in character while keeping it casual.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I would like to watch the Oscars on Tv tonight. How about you?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Yes, I'd love to. It’s interesting to see who is considered the best in their field and which film are thought to be particularly good.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* I like watching it for the fashion. I like to see what the ladies are wearing. Of course, the men nearly always just wear the traditional tuxedo.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Sometimes the men wear flamboyant colours. Which films do you think will win awards this year?

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I'm really not sure. Usually just one or two films look set to sweep the awards ceremony, but this year there are several contenders.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* You’re right. This year should be much more exciting than usual. What’s you favourite award category?

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* You might think this strange, but I like the category for “best foreign language film".

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* It’s nice to see foreign language films making a little impact on Hollywood. I like the “best actor and actress”.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] *Arms crossed, body tense* You won’t believe who’s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I’ Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!

[Assistant] *Teeth grit, nails dig into palms* Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.

[User] *Arms crossed, body tense* They were supposed to, but so far nobody’s turned up, and I’m left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I’ve had all day.

[Assistant] *Jaw tightens, pacing* They’re really running you into the ground. Why don’t you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.

[User] *Teeth grit, nails dig into palms* You won’t believe who’s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I’ Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!

[Assistant] *Fists clench, eyes burning* Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.

[User] *Arms crossed, body tense* They were supposed to, but so far nobody’s turned up, and I’m left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I’ve had all day.

[Assistant] *Fists clench, eyes burning* They’re really running you into the ground. Why don’t you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.

[User] *Teeth grit, nails dig into palms* You won’t believe who’s been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I’ Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!

[Assistant] *Teeth grit, nails dig into palms* Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.

[User] *Teeth grit, nails dig into palms* They were supposed to, but so far nobody’s turned up, and I’m left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I’ve had all day.

[Assistant] *Fists clench, eyes burning* They’re really running you into the ground. Why don’t you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] Jimmy, I’d like to wear this robe for tonight cocktail party. What do you think of it?

[Assistant] *Nose wrinkles, lips curl* Don’ t dress like that. You’ll make fool yourself. You look stupid in that robe.

[User] *Brows raised, mouth agape* What? But it is my favorite piece of clothing.

[Assistant] *Shaking head, avoiding source* Maybe it is. But it’s out of fashion.

[User] What am I going to do?

[Assistant] Let’s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you.


[System] This is a dialogue about daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is conversing with. Feel free to make up details to stay in character, but always keep it natural.

[User] Would you like to come out with me tonight?

[Assistant] Sorry, I can’t.

[User] Tomorrow night, then?

[Assistant] I’d like to. But I’m afraid I can’t.

[User] I was wondering if you like to go to the theatre then.

[Assistant] That sounds great.

[User] Ok. How about give me a ring, then?

[Assistant] No. I’d better not.

[User] Why not?

[Assistant] Because I don’ t think my husband would like it. Thank you for inviting me anyway.


[System] We're talking about daily life. Respond like the person the user is conversing with, and feel free to create details to keep the character intact, but remember to stay natural and authentic.

[User] *Hands shake, step back* I don't know what to do, if I can't find the money.

[Assistant] Don't worry yourself too much.


[System] This is a chat about daily life. Act as though you are the person the user is speaking to, making up details as needed to stay in character while remaining natural.

[User] Too...your face is really oily...perfect!

[Assistant] Why? Are you planning to stir-fry my face?

[User] Nope. I'm going to tell your fortune. So... the oilier, the better.

[Assistant] You've gone bonkers, Jen.

[User] It's facial paper, and it fits into the rings of my binder! It's magical.

[Assistant] OK. Let's see. Give me a sheet.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] Have you finished your work?

[Assistant] Not because I’m keeping an eye on the baby.

[User] Where is the baby’s mother?

[Assistant] She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour.


[System] This conversation involves daily life topics. Pretend to be the person the user is talking to, and feel free to embellish details to stay in character, but keep it casual and real.

[User] Bob, how about joining the boxing club this summer vacation?

[Assistant] What a good idea!

[User] So let's get registered tomorrow.

[Assistant] OK.


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] I'm sure he was off-side.

[Assistant] But the ref didn't whistle.

[User] I think he favors the host team.

[Assistant] Anyway, the host team seems to fight for the gold.


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] What do you think of the former champ?

[Assistant] There were some bad misses in his defence, so he lost it.

[User] No champion can remain at the top for ever.

[Assistant] I suppose he's not in top form.


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] I want to say goodbye to everyone.

[Assistant] You’re leaving so soon. When are you off?

[User] I’m catching the 9 fifteen train tomorrow morning.

[Assistant] How about I come and see you off?

[User] You really don’ t need to.

[Assistant] Ok. I’ll miss you. I hope we can see each other again soon.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* I hope so, too. Thank you, Lily. Thank you for everything.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* You’re welcome.

[User] Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me.

[Assistant] Ok. Take care. I hope you have a good journey.

[User] Thank you. Remember to look me up if you’re ever in Washington.

[Assistant] Of course. I will.


[System] This is a dialogue about daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is conversing with. Feel free to make up details to stay in character, but always keep it natural.

[User] How’s your father?

[Assistant] He’s fine. He retired last week. It’s turning point in his life. Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement.

[User] He can spend more time with his grandchildren.

[Assistant] Oh, I don’t think he wants to. He wants to travel to several different countries around the world.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* So, he wants to have a more active retirement. Good idea!

[Assistant] How do you want to spend your old age?


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] You're not looking happy.What's the matter?

[Assistant] Oh, nothing special. I'm just a bit tired.

[User] With the job?

[Assistant] With everything, with everybody, with all this!

[User] A good suggestion for you.You need a holiday.

[Assistant] It wasn't always like this, you know.

[User] What do you mean?

[Assistant] Well, I mean.We always do the same thing.There's no variety in our lives.

[User] You need a holiday.That's what's the matter.

[Assistant] Certainly, perhaps.


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Delicious! Did you make this chocolate cake yourself, Fred?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Yes. I did.


[System] We're having a talk about day-to-day life. Act like the person the user is speaking to. You can make up some details to stay in character, but above all, stay natural.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Lets take a coffee break.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* Why not?


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] The Canada Day is on the 1st of July.

[Assistant] What is its national anthem?

[User] The national anthem of Canada is 'O Canada'.

[Assistant] Can you sing the song?


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Beautiful day, isn't it?

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* Yes, it's not like what the radio said at all.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* I wish it would stay this way for the weekend.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* As long as it doesn't snow!


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe. When is it that you are leaving?

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* In just three weeks, and I am excited. But there are still a few things I need to do before I go.

[User] Like what?

[Assistant] Like renewing my passport, going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I'm gone.

[User] You are not going to give it up, are you?

[Assistant] No way. I'll never find another apartment around here. But I don't like the idea of paying three months' rent on an empty apartment, either.

[User] I don't blame you. Perhaps you could sublet it.

[Assistant] Yes, but whom to?

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Mmm... let me think. Oh, I know just a person. An old colleague of mine, Jim Thomas, is coming here to do some research this summer, from June to August.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* That's exactly when I'll be away. It sounds ideal, as long as the landlord agrees.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Tell you what, I'll be calling Jim late this week anyway, so I'll mention it to him then.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Well, thanks, Bill. Let me know what happens. That extra money will really come in handy.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] How is your new car?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Perfect. Couldn't be better.

[User] Why do you say so? Can I see your new car?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Of course you can. (Lead Carl to his garage.)

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Wow, this new car is dynamite! It is a shiny, beautiful car.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* My car is simply a daisy. It drives smoothly.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* The car has very sleek lines. I love it.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I am glad to hear that. I'm really pleased with it.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] Could tell me the right time, please?

[Assistant] Well, my watch says five past two, but it's no use relying on it, because it has been gaining and losing these last few days.

[User] You'll have to get it fixed.

[Assistant] Yes, I will.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] How is your business?

[Assistant] *Covering nose and mouth, repelled* Everything seems to be getting worse. I don't know what to do with it.

[User] Things are tough all over. You should never give up!

[Assistant] But how can I prevent a deficit?

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I think you should make a thorough market investigation now.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* OK, OK. I’ll do my best.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* I always consider you are such a guy who never gives up.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* I know life is not all roses, and I believe I will pull this through.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* How are you, Sue?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Pretty good. I’ Ve just had my new poems published.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Congratulations on your success.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Thank you.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* And how’s your brother?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* He is fine.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* He’s going to be sent to Britain to study, really?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Yes. He’s already got the passport and visa.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Fantastic! Please send him my congratulations.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Thank you. He’s very lucky indeed.


[System] This is a chat about everyday life. Respond as if you're the person the user is speaking with. Feel free to invent details to maintain character. Just keep it natural.

[User] Mike, I can't catch up with our Chinese teacher very well.

[Assistant] I advise you to take an additional course in some Chinese schools.

[User] What is that?

[Assistant] This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their Chinese.

[User] Will they recommend me the class that suits me?

[Assistant] Sure. You can review the lessons you have learned at school and learn something new there.


[System] We're talking about daily life. Respond like the person the user is conversing with, and feel free to create details to keep the character intact, but remember to stay natural and authentic.

[User] It's raining outside, Catherine, it's too bad.What's the weather like in your hometown?

[Assistant] It's very hot, the temperature is often over 40C.

[User] Do you like the weather in Seattle?

[Assistant] Not really.But I like it in spring and fall. I don't like it in winter.

[User] Why?

[Assistant] The winter is very rainy, I don't like the rainy day.

[User] What about the weather in Boston?

[Assistant] I lived there for three years. I like summer but I don't like winter.

[User] Is it very cold in winter?

[Assistant] Yes, it is.But it's nice in spring and fall.


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] God, I didn’t realize. I didn’t, I didn’t know...

[Assistant] ... Who you were with? I didn’t know whom you were with.

[User] Excuse me?

[Assistant] Sorry, it’s from the Godfather. It’s when the, when the movie producer realizes Tom Higgins had emissary of Vito Corleone, it’s just before the horse’s head ends up in the bed with all the bloody sheets, you know, wakes up, and AAAL! Never mind.

[User] You were spying on me, weren’t you? You probably rented those children.

[Assistant] Why would I spy on you?

[User] Because I am your competition which you know perfectly well, or you would not put up that sign just around the corner.

[Assistant] The entrance to our store is around the corner. And there’s no other way of saying that. It’s not the name of our store. It’s where it is. And you do not own the phrase around the corner.

[User] What is that? What are you doing? You’re taking all the caviar! That caviar is a garnish?

[Assistant] Look, the reason I came into your store is because I was spending the day with Annabell and matt. And I was buying them presents. I’m the type of guy who likes to buy his way into the hearts of children who are his relative. And there’s only one place to find a children’s book in the neighborhood. That will not always be the case. And it was yours. And it is a charming little bookstore. You probably sell what 350,000 worth of books in a year.


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] Hi, do you know what’s for dinner? I’m starving.

[Assistant] We’re on our own tonight, dad’s taking mom out.

[User] Out? What do you mean out?

[Assistant] You know on a date, they are going to dinner.

[User] Dad and mom?

[Assistant] Yeah, they said they’re reviving the old tradition.

[User] You mean this is going to be a regular thing?

[Assistant] That’s right, once a week. Do you want to order some pizza?


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] Have you been in America long, Hellen?

[Assistant] No. Only for a couple of weeks.

[User] Where are you going to study?

[Assistant] I am going to register at Harvard next month.

[User] What are you going to major in?

[Assistant] I am going to major in tourism. What about you? How long have you been here?

[User] For nearly four years.

[Assistant] Well. You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay. At the moment, I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school.


[System] We're having a chat about life as it is every day. Respond as though you're the person the user is talking to, making up details as necessary to stay in character while keeping it casual.

[User] That's right. And I'm going to be Vice President of Marketing.

[Assistant] Way to go, Mary. A lot has happened during the last few months, hasn't it?

[User] You can say that again!

[Assistant] What's up with Vince and Elvin?

[User] They work for Zina now.

[Assistant] And they're happy with that?


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Why don't you have dinner with me tonight?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* I'd love to.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* Lets say about 6:00?

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* That's OK with me.


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] Did everyone fill out their entry permits?

[Assistant] Yes. The videographer has already started filming my parents trying to speak English with the flight attendants.

[User] Speaking of flight attendants, they keep smiling at me. I wonder why...

[Assistant] It'll be the year 2000! The flight attendants are coming over here. They're carrying bottles of champagne!

[User] That's because it's time.

[Assistant] Time for what?

[User] It's time to make our wedding wish come true...

[Assistant] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* You mean get married now? On the plane?

[User] Why not? I've got the rings ready.

[Assistant] *Hands raised to face* I don't know what to say, Jack!


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] May I help you?

[Assistant] I would like to return this book.

[User] May I do anything else for you?

[Assistant] I would also like to check out these books.

[User] Will that be all?

[Assistant] That’s it.

[User] Do you have your library card?

[Assistant] Oh, yeah. Here you go.

[User] Will that be all for today?

[Assistant] That’ll be all.

[User] These books are due back in two weeks.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* Thanks. Have a good one.


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] Suit wrote me a letter.

[Assistant] What did she say?

[User] She got a master degree, and now she is going for her doctor.

[Assistant] *Hands raised to face* Really? I can't believe it.

[User] It's not a surprise, is it? She has always been a hard working student.

[Assistant] But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl.


[System] This is a dialogue about daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is conversing with. Feel free to make up details to stay in character, but always keep it natural.

[User] I am sorry. I’ Ve left my disk at home.

[Assistant] Thank you all the same.


[System] This is a casual conversation about everyday life. Take on the persona of the person the user is addressing, and feel free to invent details to stay in character but make sure it feels natural.

[User] Let’s go to the seashore on Saturday.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Yes! Let’s go sailing and water skiing. That’s so exciting.

[User] It’s expensive, too. Let’s just sit in the sun and go swimming instead.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* Yes. Let’s sleep on the sand. That’s most exciting!


[System] This is an exchange about daily life. Take on the role of the person the user is addressing. Feel free to create details to stay in character, but keep it natural.

[User] Dou you think I should join a basketball team, Mary?

[Assistant] Why not. If I were you, I certainly would.

[User] But I'm afraid it will take too much of my time.

[Assistant] As the saying goes, work value work, play value play. All work and no play make a jucky-dull boy, you know.


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Titanic made a hit! It was so touching.

[Assistant] But I see things rather differently.The heroin is not attractive and her acting is just so-so.


[System] This is a chat about everyday life. Respond as if you're the person the user is speaking with. Feel free to invent details to maintain character. Just keep it natural.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Congratulations! You've just won a car!

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* It's too good to be true.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] How are your wedding plans going?

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* Very well. We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done.

[User] When will your wedding take place?

[Assistant] At ten o'clock on the morning of next Sunday. We have invited all our relatives to the wedding.

[User] It will be a large church one. Is your wedding dress ready?

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* Yes, its design is very elaborate and the designer took many weeks to make it.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* You will be very beautiful on your wedding day.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Thank you!

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Which hotel will the reception be held at?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* The Palace Hotel.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* It's excellent. A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect, though very expensive.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* It will be expensive, but we think it will be worth.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] Please come in!

[Assistant] Hi. Steven. I just drop in and want to have a chat with you.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Oh, so nice of you to come here. Have a seat. Please make yourself at home.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* OK. (Sit on the sofa) Wow! Your house was decorated so beautiful.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Thank you. My wife would be very happy to hear this.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* She must have done a lot of work on it.


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] Hey! What's up?

[Assistant] Hi, John! I haven't seen you for ages.

[User] Yeah, I've been out of town.

[Assistant] So how have you been?


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] We must set 1000 dollars aside each month.

[Assistant] Why?

[User] We are going to buy our own house.

[Assistant] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* Really? Congratulations.


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] Hey, Jeff, where's your stereo?

[Assistant] I needed some money, so I hocked it last week.

[User] You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that.

[Assistant] I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday. Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $15.00. I hit the ceiling when I saw that.

[User] It sounds like you weren't expecting that.

[Assistant] I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend. He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Well, if you need some money to tide you over until payday, I can loan you some.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* Thanks, but tomorrow's payday I can make until then. Thanks any-way.


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] So what are you doing for Thanksgiving?

[Assistant] Not much really. It's more of an American tradition, so back home we don't really celebrate it. In fact, I am not even sure of what exactly is being celebrated!

[User] Well you know, it's a time to get together with all your family and be thankful for everything!

[Assistant] Yeah but, how did this holiday come to be?

[User] Well, the first settlers of Massachusetts arrived there because of religious persecution from England and King James. Once in the New World, they befriended an native named Squanto, who taught them how to harvest food from the area such as corn.

[Assistant] And then what did happen?

[User] Well, they had enough harvests for the next winter and celebration  They decided to have a big feast for the natives, giving thanks the land, and everyone for the foods, healthy and new lives.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Interesting! I am amazed how big and delicious thanksgiving dinners are!

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Come to my house for Thanksgiving! We are having turkey, pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes with gravy, and lots of stuffing!

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* Count me in!


[System] This is a dialogue about routine life. Act as if you're the person the user is talking to, and feel free to invent details to stay in character, but always keep it relaxed and natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Cheers! To our first night in our new apartment.

[Assistant] It's so quiet. I'm not really used to it.

[User] All you hear is the crickets and the breeze.

[Assistant] It's a little eerie. I'm sure the silence will begin to grow on me.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Well, I think it's fabulous. And the neighbors don't even seem to exist.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* That is a relief. It's a good thing we moved.


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] Ms.: Do you have a question, Mary?

[Assistant] No. That's not why I raised my hand. I need to go to the ladies' room.

[User] Ms.: Let me give you a hall pass for it.

[Assistant] What's a hall pass?

[User] Ms.: With a hall pass, you can go to the ladies' room or wherever you need to go during class time.

[Assistant] I see.

[User] Ms.: If a teacher stops you in the hallway, just show him or her the pass.

[Assistant] Or else I'll get into trouble.


[System] This is an everyday life conversation. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, and you can create details as needed to stay in character. Keep it natural above all.

[User] What do you think of the speech the man delivered just now?

[Assistant] Don't believe him. He's a liar.

[User] We cannot expect politics to be true anyway.

[Assistant] Exactly.


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] So, you friend’s getting married on Saturday. What have you bought her as a wedding gift. I find is so hard to choose the right gift.

[Assistant] My friend and her fiance had a really good idea. They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook. The picture are of things they want. People sign their name by the item they will buy.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* That’s clever! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there’s no chance of two people buying the same gift. What things were in the notebook?

[Assistant] Most of the things were household appliance. You know, everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker. I think it’s an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help them set up home.

[User] So, what did you get them?

[Assistant] I bought a sewing machine. I know that my friend likes making her own clothes, but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems.

[User] What’s wrong with it?

[Assistant] She says that after several years of use, it’s not working properly. When she uses it, it makes a funny noise.

[User] Household appliance don’ t seem to last for a long time nowadays.

[Assistant] I think it’s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models. Because they know that we will buy the new models, the appliances don’t need to last more than five or ten years at most.


[System] This is an exchange about daily life. Take on the role of the person the user is addressing. Feel free to create details to stay in character, but keep it natural.

[User] hey, Jimmy, you've been sitting in front of the TV all day. Anything interesting on TV?

[Assistant] not really. Quite boring right now, actually. Mostly infomercials and public service announcements.

[User] why don't you turn off the TV and get outside? You need to get some fresh air.

[Assistant] I know, I know.But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes. It's the series finals, and I wouldn't miss it for the world!

[User] *Brows raised, mouth agape* Really? What's the series about?

[Assistant] well, it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America. It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny. I think you'd like it.

[User] it sounds interesting, but I am not a big fan of TV shows. They're time consuming and don't have much depth.

[Assistant] I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting. Take this show for example, it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream, with hilarious results.

[User] *Body freezes, head jerks back* really? that's interesting!

[Assistant] yeah.Oh, here it comes! why don't we watch it together? they are going to have a court debate in this episode. It should be good.


[System] This is a chat about everyday life. Respond as if you're the person the user is speaking with. Feel free to invent details to maintain character. Just keep it natural.

[User] *Fists clench, eyes burning* I’ Ve had it! I’m done working for a company that is taking me nowhere!

[Assistant] So what are you gonna do? Just quit?

[User] *Jaw tightens, pacing* That’s exactly what I am going to do! I’ve decided to create my own company! I’m going to write up a business plan, get some investors and start working for myself!

[Assistant] Have you ever written up a business plan before?

[User] *Posture stiff, every movement sharp* Well, no.it can’t be that hard! I mean, all you have to do is explain your business, how you are going to do things and that’s it, right?

[Assistant] You couldn’t be more wrong! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less. Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has, history, etc.

[User] Well, that seems easy enough.

[Assistant] Wait, there’s more! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services. What they are and how they are different from competitors’? Then comes the hard part, a market analysis. You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage, where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea.

[User] Geez. Is that all?

[Assistant] Almost, the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis. Here you will calculate and estimate sales, cash flow and profits. After all, people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment!


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] Are you a blogger?

[Assistant] Sure I am. I've been writing a blog for almost three years.

[User] Oh, it seems that I'm the only one who never blogs. When did you get started?

[Assistant] I began blogging when I first went to the US for my graduate strides.

[User] What do you usually write about?

[Assistant] At first, I'll write about my life there. Like interesting things on the campus, travel stories, special English words that I come across. Sometimes, I'll post my pictures on my blog so my friends and family can get to know how everything's going.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* That's interesting. How often do you write a blog?

[Assistant] It's random. If there happen to be a lot of things going on, I may add several new entries in a week, and if I've got nothing to share, I may leave my blog untouched for weeks.

[User] Got it. Are you still updating your blog?

[Assistant] Sure, since I came back from the US, I've been keeping the habit of blogging, simply to share my personal insights on any topic I like.


[System] We're having a chat about life as it is every day. Respond as though you're the person the user is talking to, making up details as necessary to stay in character while keeping it casual.

[User] What are you doing this Saturday?

[Assistant] Not much.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Do you want to go see a movie?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* That sounds good.

[User] What's playing at the Century Fox?

[Assistant] Candlelight in the Window

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* Should we go see it?

[Assistant] I'd rather not. I don't like horror movies.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* How about ‘Run of the Mill?’

[Assistant] No. I heard that's really boring.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Why don't we go to a concert instead?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Great idea!


[System] This conversation is centered around daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is engaging with, adding details to stay in character but ensuring you sound natural.

[User] Hello, My name is Candy Brown. May I have your name?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Hello, Candy. My name is Jim White. Nice to meet you.

[User] Nice to meet you, too. Where are you from?

[Assistant] I'm from New Orleans. What about you?

[User] I was born here.

[Assistant] *Steps back, instinctively distancing* Really? This is a beautiful town.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* It's nice talking to you. But I have to go.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* OK. Can I have your phone number?

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* OK. It's 15066688866. Call me! Bye-bye, then.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* I will. Bye.


[System] This is a discussion on normal, everyday things. Take on the role of the person the user is speaking with, and feel free to invent details to keep it real. Just keep it casual.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* It's a lovely day, isn't it?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Yes, the weather sure is nice today.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* I love it when the weather is like this.Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* That sounds like a good idea.The sky is clear, the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze, so it is not too hot.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado; but I must admit, this sure is a nice spring day.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* Hey, this spot in the shade looks really comfortable.

[User] Okay.Hey, is that a dark cloud over there? Do you think it will rain after all?

[Assistant] I don't think so. I say the weather report last night, and it said the weather should be fine all day.


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* I hear that you have been promoted. Congratulations on your promotion!

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Thank you, but I hate having to leave here and working abroad.

[User] When are you going?

[Assistant] Sometime next month.


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] I need your help, Bob.

[Assistant] What's the matter?

[User] I'm really confused by these annoying abbreviations.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Just relax. That's because you're new to chat. Let me take a look.

[User] A/S/L, IGP, H & K, and ZZZ. What the hell do they mean?

[Assistant] ZZZ means'sleepy or tired or bored', A/S/L is tricky, which is often used at first encounter. It's a three-word question, 'age,/sex/location?'

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* Interesting. Then what does H & K refer to? The city of Hong Kong?

[Assistant] Wrong. lt's not a place name, but a passionate act.

[User] *Eyes wide, mouth open* Really? What kind? A girl left this word to me, and I thought she was in Hong Kong.

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Ahahah...you miss her point for sure. H & K actually is an acronym for 'hugs and kiss'.

[User] *Body freezes, head jerks back* Hug and kiss?? How is it possible? Oh, it's really bad to Miun-Verstand her meaning.

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Yeah, seems that you have a lot to learn and memorize.


[System] This is a chat about daily life. Act as though you are the person the user is speaking to, making up details as needed to stay in character while remaining natural.

[User] why are you in such a good mood today?

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* well, yesterday, I decided to face my fear of heights.

[User] I didn't know you were scared of heights! Was it really bad?

[Assistant] let me put it this way. I've never seen a professional sorts game in a stadium because I could never get myself to walk to the top of the stairs to sit down.

[User] so what did you do about it yesterday?

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* I went sky-diving!

[User] *Body freezes, head jerks back* you're kidding me! that sounds really scary!

[Assistant] It was scary, but it felt great, too.

[User] weren't you scared?

[Assistant] of course I was scared. But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped.

[User] so have you cured your fear of heights?

[Assistant] I think so. After I jumped out of the plane, I realized that I should just enjoy life. Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly.

[User] I'm impressed.

[Assistant] are you scared of anything?

[User] well, sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself.

[Assistant] what do you think is going to happen?

[User] I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things.

[Assistant] it sounds like you just need to be more careful.


[System] We're having a talk about day-to-day life. Act like the person the user is speaking to. You can make up some details to stay in character, but above all, stay natural.

[User] Look out!

[Assistant] What's it?

[User] You must have rolled over something just now.

[Assistant] *Flinches at every sound* What you said gives me the creeps!


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Mr. Green, I’d like to introduce you to Mr. Brown.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* How do you do, Mr. Brown? It’s a pleasure to get to know you.

[User] *Posture light, bouncy* My pleasure, Mr. Green. I look forward to an excellent relationship with your company.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* I propose a toast to the health of everyone here and to the success of our negotiation.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] *Fists clench, eyes burning* So who does he think he is, anyway, I can't believe the way that my boss has been ordering everyone around lately, I mean, it's now like he is the CEO, or anything.

[Assistant] Um... Actually I am guessing you didn't get the MEMO. Your boss was selected to fill the vacancy in the CEO slot. He actually is the CEO now, or will be, as soon as the official press releases and hoopla is done with.

[User] *Arms crossed, body tense* Yikes! you are joking, right? I can't believe it. No wonder he is so stressed and bossy lately. I thought he was just being ostentatious by giving orders to people and all the different departments. What big shoes to fill!

[Assistant] No kidding! When the last CEO left, we were worried about the future of the company.

[User] *Arms crossed, body tense* What does a CEO do anyway? I know the CEO makes the most money in the company, but what does he actually do?

[Assistant] He is responsible to the board of directors for everything that happens in the company. He or she must give leadership to all company officers, as CEO is also responsible for providing the guidance of philosophy of the company, and acting as official representative, or face of the company.


[System] We’re having a talk about ordinary life. Respond as if you're the person the user is addressing, and don't hesitate to make up details to stay true to the character while staying natural.

[User] Okay, can I ask you something direct?

[Assistant] Ha! It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush.

[User] Fair enough. Give it to me straight. Did she bully you into this?

[Assistant] No, seriously. . . I really want this.

[User] I tell ya, when I got the invite, it really threw me for a loop. You've done a complete 180.

[Assistant] I know. But things have changed. I guess I've settled down.


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] Have you ever been in an earthquake?

[Assistant] Yes, I experienced one when I was in Tokyo once. The tremors only lasted a few seconds though and then it was over.

[User] Do you know where it measured on the Richter scale?

[Assistant] I don't remember, but it wasn't very serious. Have you ever been in an earthquake?

[User] No, but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger.

[Assistant] Where are you from?

[User] I'm from the plains of the Midwest. It's a prime location for tornadoes.

[Assistant] Did your house ever get damaged from the winds?

[User] Most of the time we were lucky, but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room.

[Assistant] Wow, that must have really been scary.

[User] Actually, some of my fon best memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass.

[Assistant] Have you ever experiences a flood?

[User] No, but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once. It actually happened the day after he bought the car!

[Assistant] That sure didn't last long!


[System] This is a conversation about everyday life. Take on the role of the person the user is talking to and feel free to add details to keep it in character. Above all, stay natural.

[User] There is a tornado warning on. My mother just told me she heard it on the radio.

[Assistant] What is a tornado warning?

[User] It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area.

[Assistant] *Brows raised, mouth agape* Really? In New Berlin?

[User] No. Not necessarily in town. But in southern Wisconsin somewhere. A tornado has been spotted. They have two stages here.This is what is called a tornado watch. That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado.

[Assistant] I understand. They think a tornado might come.

[User] Yes. People should look out, because maybe there will be tornadoes coming.So it's called a watch.

[Assistant] And the second stage is called a tornado warning.

[User] Yes. If a tornado has been spotted, they announce a tornado warning.So if there's a tornado warning on, it means a tornado is out there somewhere.

[Assistant] *Legs tremble, posture crouched* It's scary.

[User] Well. Tornadoes can be dangerous, it's true.If we hear something like a loud train coming, then we have to go in the basement.

[Assistant] What do you mean a loud train?

[User] That is what tornadoes sound like. They sound like trains. They're very loud.

[Assistant] But if you hear them coming, isn't it already too late?

[User] Maybe. It depends on the tornado.Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour.That is very fast. Others aren't so fast.

[Assistant] Have you seen a lot of them?

[User] I've only seen one in my life. I was looking out the window. It was around two miles away. It was very interesting to watch.But it was heading toward my friend's house. So I quickly called them on the phone.

[Assistant] Did it hit their house?

[User] No, it didn't. But they are glad I called them.

[Assistant] What were they doing when you called?

[User] They were all sitting in the living room watching TV.They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house.If it had hit them, they could have all been killed.

[Assistant] That's terrible. Do many people die in tornadoes?


[System] This is a conversation about everyday life. Take on the role of the person the user is talking to and feel free to add details to keep it in character. Above all, stay natural.

[User] Is this your brother-in-law?

[Assistant] Yes, he married my sister ten years ago.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* From his looks, I'd say he's a man of character.

[Assistant] *Laughs, body relaxed* Yes, my sister loves his personality.


[System] We're having a talk about day-to-day life. Act like the person the user is speaking to. You can make up some details to stay in character, but above all, stay natural.

[User] What about you, Ernie? How did you get into pop music?

[Assistant] Well I always hear it on the radio, so I started to get into it.

[User] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Yeah, if something is on the radio it must be really good.

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* I totally agree!


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] Hello, Mary. Why are you standing here in the cold wind?

[Assistant] I’m waiting for a bus and going for a walk in the park.

[User] Going for a walk in such a cold weather?

[Assistant] I always like to go for a walk before a supper.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] Can tell Bob from Tom?

[Assistant] How can I? They're as alike as two peas in a pod.

[User] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* Don't you notice that Bob has a mole on his face, but Tom does not.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* You really have keen eyes.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] I have a problem.

[Assistant] What is the problem?

[User] My mattress was supposed to be delivered today.

[Assistant] Is there a problem?

[User] The delivery people showed up four hours late.

[Assistant] I apologize for their tardiness.

[User] I was late for work because of them.

[Assistant] Again, I do apologize for the inconvenience.

[User] I want my money back for the delivery.

[Assistant] Seeing as they were late, that won't be a problem.

[User] It shouldn't be a problem.

[Assistant] I'm going to refund your money right now.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] Hi, my name is Pete. You are Ann. Isn't that right?

[Assistant] Hi Pete, how do you know my name?

[User] Do you see that girl in the red top? She told me who you were.

[Assistant] Oh Andrea, the Spanish girl?

[User] Yes, that's her.

[Assistant] I met her last week at a party. Anyway, you must be from the United States?

[User] Actually I live in London, but my family lives in Seattle.

[Assistant] Oh, I am from London as well.

[User] Where in London do you live?

[Assistant] In Wimbledon - quite close to the tennis courts actually. Which is very nice because I love tennis.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* I play tennis there every week. Shall we have a game one day?

[Assistant] *Posture light, bouncy* That would be lovely. But now let's go and get a drink.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] Every year, the South has the floods. It is an act of God.

[Assistant] Do you really think so?

[User] Yeah, you have some other ideas?

[Assistant] Think, in some way it is an act of God, but in another way, it just is caused by us.

[User] For example?

[Assistant] We didn't pay attention to the environment, cut down trees and polluted the air.


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] John got a heart attack last night.

[Assistant] *Brows raised, mouth agape* Oh really? Is he all right?

[User] Not so good, though his nephew took him to hospital in time.

[Assistant] *Posture slouched, slow movements* Poor old John! I am ever so sorry.


[System] This conversation is about daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is addressing. You can create details to stay in character, but make sure to sound natural.

[User] Watch out! You're too close to the fire place.

[Assistant] Don't worry, but my clothes are made of leathers.

[User] *Hands raised to face* Really? That's wonderful!

[Assistant] *Wide smile, eyes sparkling* Thank you for your warning.

[User] Not at all.

[Assistant] Be careful of yourself.


[System] We’re chatting about everyday life. Act as if you’re the person the user is talking to. You can add fictional details to stay true to the role, but keep it natural.

[User] You talked like the Terminator for two months? Wow, I think you liked that movie even more than I liked 'Titanic. 'Why did you like 'Titanic' so much?

[Assistant] Well, 'Terminator' is a really great action movie, and I like action movies because they're exciting.

[User] Isn't 'Terminator' really violent? I usually don't like gory movies because they gross me out.

[Assistant] It is pretty violent, but since it's just robots fighting one another, it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out.


[System] This conversation involves daily life topics. Pretend to be the person the user is talking to, and feel free to embellish details to stay in character, but keep it casual and real.

[User] So do you believe in palmistry?

[Assistant] Palmistry? What is that?

[User] It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm 4 to tell the future.

[Assistant] Oh, you mean palm reading 5. I've seen that before, but I don't believe in it.

[User] Are you sure? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm. Do you want me to take a look at your hand?

[Assistant] *Eyes wide, mouth open* Really? You've read books about it? Ok, then. But only if you want to.

[User] Ok, let's see, well, you've got a long life line, which is good, and the love line is strong...

[Assistant] What else do you see? Will I be successful? Will I make a lot of money?

[User] Hmm, hard to say, wait, yes, it looks like you will do well in business, and your ambition will help you a lot, but...

[Assistant] What? What is it? What's the matter?

[User] You seem to have a large gullibility line. You believe everything that you're told.

[Assistant] Hey! Hey!


[System] This conversation revolves around daily life. Pretend you're the person the user is speaking to. You can invent details to stay in character, but make sure to remain natural.

[User] I heard through the grapevine that Michael probably become the new sales manager.

[Assistant] How did you get wind of the rumor?

[User] I am not a rumor monger.

[Assistant] Let’s stop gossiping and get back to work.


[System] We're having a talk about day-to-day life. Act like the person the user is speaking to. You can make up some details to stay in character, but above all, stay natural.

[User] Melissa? I’d like to invite you to my wife’s birthday party.

[Assistant] Thanks, Frank. I’d love to come. When is it?

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* Her birthday is on the 9th. We’re going to have dinner at a Mexican restaurant, and then maybe go out dancing.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* Sounds like fun. You can count me in! Just give me directions to the restaurant.


[System] This is a dialogue about daily life. Respond as if you're the person the user is conversing with. Feel free to make up details to stay in character, but always keep it natural.

[User] Hello, Janet.

[Assistant] Good morning, Pete.

[User] And what is this?

[Assistant] Ah, this is my daughter's birthday present. Her birthday is next week.

[User] And when is your son's birthday?

[Assistant] That is not for a while. His birthday is only in August.

[User] But Mark's birthday is in April so I need to think about his present soon.

[Assistant] And when is your birthday?

[User] Oh, my birthday is in December just before Xmas so of course nobody remembers.

[Assistant] My birthday is in June, when we are always on holiday. So my family often forgets my birthday too.


[System] This conversation is focused on day-to-day life. Act as the person the user is speaking to and make up details as necessary, but keep everything natural and believable.

[User] *Laughs, body relaxed* Thank you very much for everything you have done for me during my stay in China.

[Assistant] *Arms raised in excitement* And I must thank you again for your generous help.

[User] *Arms raised in excitement* The help is mutual. I must thank you to see me off. My wife and I will be looking forward to seeing you. You will come to see us, won't you?

[Assistant] *Eyes crinkle, joyful expression* I promise I will take the first chance to call on you. Please send your wife with my best regards.