A Can I help you?
我能为您效劳吗？
B Yes, I’m doing some research on Roman civilization. Do you have any books on the subject?
我在做一些关于罗马文明方面的研究，这方面有没有什么书？
A These books over here are about ancient history. They might be helpful.
这里的这些书是关于古代历史的。可能有些帮助。
B Can I check this one out?
这本可以外借吗？
A I’m sorry. It’s for reference only, so it must stay in the library. But you’re welcome to look through it.
对不起，这本只是参考书，不能外借。但是你可以查阅。
B Ok. And I’d like to check these books out.
好吧。我想借这些书。
A All right. They’re due back next Wednesday.
好的。归还期限是下个星期三。
B Thanks for your help.
谢谢你的帮忙。
