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W: Does the No. 25 bus pass by the Hillside Gallery?

M: Yes, but I suggest you not take a bus or drive there. You will be stuck in a traffic jam at weekends on this street. The underground is easy and fast.

W: OK. Thank you.

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M: What can I do for you, madam?

W: I am interested in buying that clock. I have been late for work almost every day this week, since my clock was broken last week.

M: Well, luckily, this one is on sale now.

W: OK, I'll take it.

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M: My tooth is killing me. The cold weather seems to make it worse. I'm afraid I will have to go to the dentist.

W: Yes, you must. Cold weather often makes the ache worse.

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M: Welcome home, Jane!

W: Thank you, honey.

M: Did you enjoy your flight?

W: Yes. But I was scared at first. Luckily my colleague had already traveled by plane before. He seemed very calm. He reduced my fear and I ended up having a great time.

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M: How much are these shirts?

W: Sir, they are 30 dollars each.But there is a special promotion today.You can get two for only 40 dollars.

M: I'll take two then.

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W：What do you do for a living?

M：I'm a journalist.

W: Really? I have great respect for you guys. Do you work for a newspaper or a television channel?

M：I work for an online news agency.

W: Great. When I was in college, I was keen on becoming a journalist, but my parents didn't support me. They felt that journalism was a risky field to be in, though journalists are well-paid and do a lot of traveling.

M: Yes, journalists have to take a lot of risks and challenges. Sometimes we risk our own lives in our quest for the truth. But the satisfaction we get is huge. Actually, that's what keeps us in this job.

W: You are right. Job satisfaction is far more important.

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M: What's the matter with you?

W: I'm not feeling well, doctor. I have a fever.

M: I'll take your temperature first. How long have you been like this?

W: It began yesterday.

M: Do you feel thirsty?

W: Yes.

M: Do you sleep well?

W: No, last night I could hardly sleep.

M: Well, it's probably the flu. Take this to the drugstore.

W: Yes, doctor.

M: Take the medicine and come back in three days.

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W: Hello, Dan, nice to see you here!

M: Nice to see you.

W: By the way, what do you like to do in your spare time?

M: I like to play sports.

W: Which sport do you play the most, volleyball, basketball, football, or baseball?

M: The last one. When I was in high school, I played it very well.

W: You're more active than I am. I like reading, photography, and computers.

M: I don't know much about computers. All I have is a typewriter.

W: Really? But you can't get on the Internet with that!

M: That's right. I use the library's computers when I read my e-mail.

W: Well, I know what you need for your birthday!

M: That's very kind of you.

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M: May I speak to Mr.Carrey, please?

W: I'm sorry.Mr.Carrey is not available now.He is in a very important meeting at the moment and cannot be disturbed.Would you like me to pass the message on to him?

M: Well, I want to discuss with him the new project we signed last week.

W: Well, I'm afraid the meeting won't end until one o'clock and then he has a lunch appointment.If he has time, I can ask him to ring you before he leaves.

M: OK.I'd be grateful if you would.

W: May I know your name, please?

M: Yes, this is Jake Woods.

W: Mr.Woods, could I take your telephone number and then I'll ask Mr.Carrey to ring you as soon as he's free?

M: Yes, it's Hong Kong - 68261427 extension 5146.

W: Hong Kong - 68261427 extension 5146.Perhaps he has no time to ring you this morning, but I will ask him to ring you as soon as he returns from lunch.

M: Thank you.

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M: Welcome to Windsor Castle, one of the world's oldest and largest castles. Windsor is one of the official houses of the Queen, who sometimes stays here. We offer free tours for blind visitors and those with poor eyesight. We also provide guided tours. Visitors can explore the history of the castle with an expert guide. For those visiting with children, a special family tour and various safe activities are offered during school holidays and at weekends.

Tours throughout the day start from the Courtyard and finish at the entrance to the State Apartments. However, visitors arriving at the castle after 3:00 pm from March to October are advised to visit St George's Chapel first before it closes.

Shops offer many kinds of souvenirs, including books, postcards, jewelry and children's toys. Please ask at the Middle Ward shops about our home delivery service. Bottled water can be bought from the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops. From April to September, ice cream is also available.