Something went wrong with Underdog, and they couldn't get his head to inflate. So anyway, um, his head is like flopping down Broadway, right, and I'm just thinking... how inappropriate this is. Um, I've got something in my eye, uh, Joey, could we check it in the light, please?

Come on, they're close.

Close? She's got her tongue in his ear.

Oh, like you've never gotten a little rambunctious with Ross.

Joey, this is sick, it's disgusting, it's, it's—not really true, is it?

Well, who's to say what's true? I mean...

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's rhetorical question "Well, who's to say what's true?" is a non-committal response to her direct question, allowing him to continue his thought without explicitly inviting her to speak.


(entering) Joey?! Oh my God, Rachel!

Well, I was actually—I-I came over here to-to borrow this lamp. To umm, look at my books, y'know, see them a little better.

Great! Umm, well what-what I was doing in Chandler's room is that umm, I was cleaning it! In fact, he pays me to clean it!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her upon entering, and Rachel's previous utterance was a direct response, making Monica's subsequent explanation part of their ongoing exchange.


Oh that looks so good, oh I love it.

I know, so do I. Oh Phoebe, I'm so glad you made me do this. OK, lemme se yours.

Oh OK. [pulls over her shirt and shows a bare shoulder] Oh no, oh it's gone, that's so weird, I don't know how-where it went.

You didn't get it?

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just asked her a direct question, "You didn't get it?", which functions more as a surprised confirmation of Phoebe's own.


She's asleep. Chandler?

Emma was doing it!

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just addressed Chandler, who then responded to her with an explanation, and Chandler's statement "Emma was doing it!" is not a direct question requiring an immediate response from Monica.


Well, then, you'll just have to eat the other lamps.

Uh-oh. It's Scary Scientist Man.

Ok, Phoebe, this is it. In this briefcase I carry actual scientific facts. Abriefcase of facts, if you will. Some of these fossils are over 200 million years old.

Ok, look, before you even start, I'm not denying evolution, ok, I'm just sayingthat it's one of the possibilities.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who initiated the scientific debate with Phoebe, and Phoebe's most recent utterance directly acknowledges his intent to present facts, inviting his continuation.


Yes I do! And we’re gonna go out, we’re gonna have a good time,  and take your mind off of childbirth and c-sections and-and giant baby heads stretching  out…

No. No! Yes! Ahh. Oh, would you look at that Monica? I just knocked off  all of your top scores, how sad.

monica was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed her with a statement about her scores, clearly inviting a response.


Pheebs, what are you doing?

Okay, I wanna be sexy again so I'm trying to catch a cold. It should be easy, supposedly they're pretty common.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe's unusual explanation about trying to catch a cold is a general statement to the group that invites a reaction or follow-up from anyone present.


Who cares?! I-I’ll make payments, whatever it takes, I want the Mr. Bowmont!!

Oh my God, you’re back!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Joey's exclamation "Oh my God, you’re back!" is directed at someone who has just returned, not at Chandler.


Hey-hey, it’s valid okay? And I’m not the only one who thinks so, Monica agrees with me.

What I said was, was that I understood. Joey’s the one who agreed with you!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly corrected Ross's claim about her agreement, making Ross the immediate recipient of her clarification and requiring his response to the new information.


Yeah, all right. (Ross enters.)

Emily is…incredible. I mean there-there are no words to describe it, I mean the whole weekend was like a dream. (Sees Rachel coming back from the bathroom.) Oh! And you! Rach!

Hey! You were so right!

Uh, what you said, about us being in a place where we could finally be happy for each other.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross is directly addressing Rachel about a private conversation they previously had, making Joey an observer to their exchange.


Oh, that is so unfortunate.

Cute naked guy is really starting to put on weight.

(entering from bedroom) Okay, I’ll be back in just a minute. Oh, Phoebe I’m sorry that I left lipstick marks on the phone.

You didn’t leave lipstick marks on the phone.

Oh, then it must’ve been you. Bye. (leaves)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's final statement attributing the lipstick marks to Phoebe, followed by "Bye" and her immediate departure, closes the interaction and leaves no conversational turn for Phoebe to take.


. (Joey  enters.) I’ll call you back.

Who was that?

It’s just the pizza place.

You hung up on the pizza place? I don’t hang up on your friends.

I’m sorry honey, I’m just having a, having a rough day.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel just offered an apology and explanation for her behavior directly to him, which concludes her turn and doesn't immediately solicit a further verbal response.


Skidmark’s still got a way with the ladies.

Hi! I just want to apologize. I’m really sorry I was a baby.

That’s ridiculous Rachel, we were all babies once. (Rachel looks at her.) Oh, you mean today.

Yeah. Yeah, and y’know you-you deserve to win. And-and y’know I was thinking about it, if-if you’re Monica’s maid of honor that means I get to be yours.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Phoebe, continuing her apology and discussing the maid of honor roles with her.


That’s not why you’re going! You’re going because you hope he’s gonna say, "Yeah, I love you too, Rach. Forget that British chippy."

Ohh—Do you think he will?!

No! Because he’s in love with the British chippy! Look, Rachel, if you go, you’re just gonna mess with his head and ruin his wedding! Y’know, it’s too late! You missed you’re chance! I’m sorry, I know this must be really hard, it’s over.

Y’know what? No. It’s not over until someone says, "I do." (Exits)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel just made a definitive statement and then exited the scene, effectively ending their direct exchange and leaving no one for Phoebe to address.


Phoebe, I think... It's just too weird, I just saw a one year old running around with pantyhose on!

Oh, I know, we should have been more prepared. (she looks around) It's okay. Now, the way I see it, our real competition now is Cameron. Oh my God, they just took her sweater off. Look at those arms! Hello Michelin Man.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the previous turn and Phoebe's subsequent commentary about their competition continues their shared discussion, inviting Rachel's further input or reaction.


Oh. Well then way to go you big movie star!

I know! All right, I’ll see you guys over there! I’m off to fight the Nazis.

Oh, wait Joey! We fought the Nazis in World War II, not World War I.

Whoa! Okay. Yeah well, who-who was in World War I? (Rachel pauses as she thinks.)

You’re gonna be late! Go! Go! (He runs out.)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's final directive for him to "Go! Go!" is immediately followed by him running out, indicating his departure from the conversation.


Hey, maybe I can fix that, you know. Try to turn it into something else.    (he opens the box)

Oh, why do you even bother? I already ruined her first birthday...    And do you know how important these early experiences are Ross? Very! According    to the back cover of that book that you gave me.

Rach, she's not going to remember this.

(shakes her head) I guess... Oh, I just had such an idea of what this    day would be like, you know? Emma laughing and everybody gathered around her    cake singing "Happy Birthday". Then we would all go into... HEY GET    OUT OF THE ROAD YOU STUPID STUDENT DRIVER!!! (honks furiously, and Ross looks    at her in disbelief and Rachel looks at him.) They have to learn!

(she looks at the cake) Oh my God! Look what... you made it into a    bunny. How did you do that?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly asked him how he managed to turn the cake into a bunny, requiring a response from him.


Joey and my friend were out last night and having dinner and she reaches over and takes a few of his fries...

(mad and pointing a finger to himself) JOEY DOESN’T SHARE FOOD!

Well, I still think that it’s a stupid reason not to call someone again. You are calling her! And if you need to, just get an extra plate of fries for the table!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe just directly challenged his reasoning for not calling her friend and offered solutions, creating a clear turn for him to respond to her advice.


You got it.

Okay, see ya later.

See ya. (Ross exits, and Chandler moves over next to Joey, laughing.) Have fun planning your mellow bachelor party.

joey was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler directly addressed Joey with a teasing comment about the bachelor party, inviting a response and continuing the interaction.


Ross came in forth and cried!

Oh, is that funny?! Oh, you-you find that funny?! Well maybe Chandler should know some of your secrets too!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is directly addressing Chandler, threatening to reveal his secrets, which puts Chandler in a reactive position rather than one requiring an immediate verbal response.


I know. (Pause) Ross still sees his pediatrician!!!   (To Ross) I don't care!

He's a brilliant diagnostician!

Ross, seriously! You've gotta go to an appropriate   doctor.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just delivered a direct and serious instruction to him, which doesn't immediately require a verbal response but rather an acknowledgment or processing time.


Phoebe, you said it was urgent!

Oh yeah it is! I’m going to the movies and it starts in like five minutes.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the previous turn by addressing Phoebe, and Phoebe's response directly answers his urgent query with a surprising, time-sensitive reason, inviting a reaction from Ross.


Yeah! That was so weird, huh?

Phoebe, why’d you do it?

I didn’t do it! It was Chandler! He’s… He’s mad at you!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe just directly answered his question and provided new information by stating that Chandler is mad at him, which is a declarative statement not directly prompting an immediate verbal response from Ross.


All right. Well listen, if you see Joey will you just tell him uh…tell him I miss him. (Exits and Joey enters.)

Yeah, a naked bagel game? (Picks up his dropped bagel.) (To Chandler) Dude, I don’t know. That’s a pretty small hole.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as she has exited the scene, and Joey is now speaking directly to Chandler about a different topic.


Hey!! Get your ass back here, Tribbiani!! (Joey walks back in, scared.)

Are you bachelors?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's question "Are you bachelors?" is a general inquiry directed at the group, not a direct follow-up requiring her immediate individual response.


See? That’s a great smile! Easy. Natural. Now, pretend I have a camera. (Chandler immediately does The Face.) You’re changing it!

I can’t help it!

All right, all right, all right, all right, you wanna know what I do when I take resume shots?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's question, "you wanna know what I do when I take resume shots?", is directly addressed to Chandler, continuing their ongoing exchange about Chandler's smile for photos.


What did I marry into?

Would you guys want to come down tomorrow and watch me tape the show?

Oh, I can't. We're throwing Phoebe a bachelorette party.

monica addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he was included in Joey's invitation, but Monica's response, "We're throwing Phoebe a bachelorette party," likely speaks for both of them, making his individual response unnecessary.


What? A brain transplant?!

Well, I think it’s ridiculous that you haven’t had sex in three and a half months.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey's highly opinionated statement about not having sex in three and a half months is clearly directed at Ross, inviting a response to the personal observation.


What?! My mom’s not gonna be here?!

Well, given that we forgot to invite her it would be an awfully big coincidence if she was.

Well it wasn’t my fault, Phoebe was in charge of the invitations!

monica addressed phoebe, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's most recent utterance is a defensive statement about the invitation oversight, shifting blame to Phoebe, which does not directly prompt Rachel for a response.


Oh, you're no ordinary roommate are you?

Phoebe, come on can we finish this later? Cause I wanna go running before it gets dark. Oh! Why don't you come with me?!

Okay, let's go running!

Yeah and there's really cute guys there.

Let's run towards them!

All right, wait just one more second. Hi, it's Phoebe and Rachel's. Please leave a message, thanks!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she and Phoebe are engaged in a joint plan to go running, and Phoebe's last utterance is a shared voicemail message for "Phoebe and Rachel's," inviting Rachel to respond or move the conversation forward.


It was really fun being married to you tonight.

Yeah! And! And, it was the easiest 400 bucks I’ve ever made.

Okay Ross, can I uh, can I ask you something?

I know, I know it was stupid.

Are you kidding?! With the, with the lilies, and-and the song, and the stars! It was…really wonderful! Did you just make that up?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel just directly asked Ross if he made up the romantic gestures, requiring a response from him.


I know, I know. I went a little crazy.

A little? Your place looks like page 72 of the catalogue. Oh look at that! The ornamental bird cage! Large!

(sees Ross) Oh Ross no. Be careful, that is very old! Okay? Early Colonial bird merchants used to bring their birds to market in that.

Hmm, a lot of this stuff is from Colonial times. Hey, what are some other time periods Rachel? (She glares at him.)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's sarcastic question was directed specifically at Rachel, who is now engaged in a direct exchange with him as indicated by her glare.


What a beautiful night to be running around the street, looking for tickets. And the wind sure made it fun.

Phoebe, we lost half of them.

So, what? Monica, we have the winning ticket! My psychic said I  was gonna win, remember?

As a matter of fact she said that's how I am going to die. (pause ) So, excuse me for being a little skittish.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's last utterance is a self-justification for her own behavior and not a direct question or prompt for Monica to respond immediately.


Huh. So now, the real question is, who put those fossils there, and why?

Hey, look at this. "My Big Book of Grievances."

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler has introduced a new topic with "My Big Book of Grievances" that does not address her previous question about the fossils.


(holding a dinosaur) Okay, dinosaur attack!! Quick, everybody into the house!! Ahh-ahh! (the dinosaur starts attacking the house. She starts to bark like a dog.) Roof! Rrroof-roof-roof!

Okay, Phoebe, y'know what? That-that’s it, that’s it, all right? No dinosaurs, no ghosts, no giant dogs, okay? They’re not the right size, they’re not Victorian, and they just don’t go.

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her to stop playing with the dinosaur, prompting a response to Monica's command.


He called the Long Island Expressway a concrete miracle.

(imitating Parker) This room! This night! That waiter! His shoes! I must take a mental picture! (He backs into someone.) Ooh sorry…(He looks behind him then notices its Phoebe then stops his impression.)

phoebe was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross physically bumped into her, apologized, and then stopped his impression upon noticing it was her, directly acknowledging her presence and inviting a response.


You have to!

No way! Look, Halloween is so stupid! Dressing up, pretending to be someone you’re not…

So Ross, are you gonna bring Mona?

ross was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed him with a question about bringing Mona.


You guys, what was the Powerball number again?

Let me see!

Phoebe, you don't have any of the first five numbers.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the conversation about Powerball numbers and Ross then directly addressed her with information relevant to her query.


And he came at us with an axe, so Rachel had to use a bug bomb on him!

(proud of herself) Yeah, I-I-I just pulled the tab and I just fogged his yeti ass!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel is elaborating on the shared story Monica just introduced by detailing her own actions and expressing pride, which does not require an immediate verbal response from Monica.


Not yet, no. (Drops his hand and moves back.)

Hey man, how did the audition go?

Estelle said I didn't get it. (Sits down next to Rachel on the couch.)

What?! Why? Joey you were so ready for it!

Yeah, I thought so too but, she said the casting people had some problems with me.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent utterance was a direct response to Rachel's question, indicating an ongoing exchange between Joey and Rachel about the audition outcome.


Whoa-whoa, Treeger made you cry?

Yes! And he said really mean things that were only partly true.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel has just shared an emotional experience about Treeger saying mean things, which invites a supportive or inquisitive response from the group.


My baby sister, ladies and gentlemen.

Shut up, I'm happy.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica's "Shut up, I'm happy" is a direct and concluding retort to his teasing comment, not inviting further immediate interaction from him.


Yeah. Umm, Chandler can I talk to you outside for a second?

Well, maybe it was the kind of food that tasted good at first but then made everybody vomit and have diarrhea.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she directly addressed Chandler with a request to speak privately, and Chandler's subsequent comment, while a deflection, requires a follow-up from Monica to pursue her original intention.


He's planning your birthday party.

Oh my God! I love him!

(as Phoebe enters) You'd better act surprised.

joey addressed phoebe, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's instruction "You'd better act surprised" is a directive for her to prepare for Phoebe's entrance and the impending surprise, not an utterance requiring an immediate verbal response to Joey.


Well, I'm very impressed.

Some can sing, some can dance. I apparently can turn phallic cakes into    woodland creatures.

I'm sorry, is this a game for Emma or for Monica?

That's how old you are.

Did I teach her that? Did I just... impart wisdom?

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Chandler's last utterance is a direct continuation of his playful banter with Monica, and Rachel is not being addressed.


Oh God, Ross I am so sorry.

I guess it all started when Rachel got this new job. (he sits down at the table.)

Explanation: Carol is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just begun a narrative explanation, indicating he intends to continue speaking and is not soliciting an immediate response.


Hello to the rest.

Monica what're you doin'? You can't go shopping with her? What about Rachel?

It's gonna be a problem, isn't it?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant as he initiated the previous exchange with Monica about shopping plans, and Monica's last utterance is a rhetorical question about the situation Joey brought up, which doesn't directly prompt him for an immediate response.


What?! My mom’s not gonna be here?!

Well, given that we forgot to invite her it would be an awfully big coincidence if she was.

Well it wasn’t my fault, Phoebe was in charge of the invitations!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica directly blamed Phoebe for being in charge of the invitations, requiring a response from her.


Ross, we haven’t done the routine since middle school.

Hey, when the snippy guy sees the routine, he’ll wanna build us our own platform!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's enthusiastic statement directly follows Monica's previous comment about "the routine," making his utterance a direct response to her and inviting her to continue the shared topic.


Yes, I want to change. And why-why don’t you go down and get us a table?

Yeah, we’ll be down in like five minutes.

Hello? Oh, Pheebs! (To them) It’s Phoebe!

Hi, so what happened?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's general question "Hi, so what happened?" is directed to the group upon her arrival, not specifically to Chandler, and others are more likely to provide the requested update.


I don't know, but when I spoke to her, she said she had already passed the mucus plug.

Do we have to know about that?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's rhetorical question "Do we have to know about that?" expresses discomfort with the shared information and does not invite further elaboration from Ross.


Well, do you want to hear what actually happened or Joey’s lewd version?

Hey, come on! I had this friend from college and I made the stupid mistake of telling Joey that one time…she and I y’know…kissed a little bit.

Hey. (Laughs then seriously) It happened!

Yeah, it was senior year in college. It was after the Sigma Chi luau and Melissa and I got very drunk! And we ended up kissing! For several minutes!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel is continuing her detailed narrative about the college kissing incident, not directly addressing Joey or inviting further interjection from him.


Hey Ross, I'm aware of what I owe.

Ok, well then get some sense. I mean it took you what, 10 years to get that job, who knows how long it's gonna be till you get another.

Look, I don't wanna hear this right now.

Huh, I'm just saying...

Well don't just say.

Ya know, maybe, maybe I should just go.

Ok. I'll see ya later. Just think about it, ok.

I don't need to think about it. I was Dr. Drake Remoray. That was huge. Big things are gonna happen, you'll see. Ross, you still there?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's concluding question "Ross, you still there?" serves as a check-in after his defiant monologue and Ross's earlier statement about leaving, not an invitation for Ross to re-engage in the argument.


No you guys, I am not getting in a car with him, you’ll have to think of something else.

Oh good, oh Joey and Chandler are back.

joey was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe has just announced Joey's return, directly acknowledging his presence and making him an active participant in the scene.


(starting to cry) Oh Ross, thank you. Thank you. (They hug.)

Do you feel better?

No, not really. You’re pressing the baby into my bladder and now I have to pee. Sorry. (She gets up and starts for the bathroom.)

Just one thing umm…

We live together. You’re having our baby. I’m not gonna see anybody else. Are you-are you sure you don’t want something more?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just asked her a profound question about their relationship and what she wants, but she had just stated she needed to go to the bathroom and was in the process of getting up and moving.


How could someone get a hold of your credit card number?

I have no idea. But look how much they spent!

Monica, would you calm down? The credit card people said that you only have to pay for the stuff that you bought.

rachel addressed monica, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct address to Monica, attempting to calm her down and provide information, which makes Monica the expected next speaker.


It’s coming from the living room.

(sheepishly) I finished my book. (Chandler and Monica slowly retreat back to bed.)

monica was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she was part of the pair investigating the source of the sound, and Joey's sheepish confession directly addresses the situation she was involved in, making her a natural respondent to his explanation.


Oh, it's a gift certificate to this new SPA in SOHO.

Oh, you can't show Phoebe this! She hates those corporate massage    chains.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's comment about Phoebe's preferences is a general observation about the gift certificate Rachel just presented, not a direct question or prompt for Rachel to respond immediately.


You get your messages!

Yeah, well I don’t think it really counts if you have to read them off the back of your hand after you fall asleep on the couch.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica's most recent utterance directly responds to Rachel's previous statement, continuing their back-and-forth about getting messages.


Oh, thank you so much for coming. Ross, get in here!

…she came and dragged me out of the labor room to ask me why I’m not with Rachel.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross is currently recounting a story that explains a past event involving Rachel, and he is continuing his narrative without directly prompting her for a response.


Still, that really sucks, man. Especially on Valentine’s Day.

Yeah. Wait a minute. What are you doing here? Joey Tribbiani without a date on Valentine’s Day? What’s going on, huh? Girl trouble?

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly addressed Joey with multiple questions about his presence and potential "girl trouble" on Valentine's Day, requiring a response.


Let’s have Monica decide.

Why do I have to decide?

Because you’re the only one that can be fair.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly addressed her and provided a reason in response to her previous question, inviting her to continue the discussion.


Well last night, I met Monica’s.

Yeah, I had a date with this guy, and I swear to God, he is her other half.

Come on, don’t be crazy. (To Rachel) You don’t think there’s someone out there better suited for Monica than me, do ya? (Rachel looks at him.)

rachel was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly addressed her with a question, prompting her to give her opinion.


(entering) Look, I really need some help, okay? Why? Why did I have to speak in a British accent?! What do I do?

Why don’t you phase it out? Yeah, fade the accent out and people will think you’re, y’know, that you’re adjusting to life in America.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica just provided a complete suggestion directly addressing Ross's problem, allowing him a moment to process the advice or for other participants to potentially weigh in.


See Chandler? I’m getting a lot of use out of them already! They’re very practical. See, you can wear them with dresses, with skirts, with pants…

You can wear them with shorts on a street corner and earn the money to pay for them. (Goes and gets some coffee at the counter.)

(almost crying) They hurt so much!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's emotional outburst about the boots hurting her is a personal expression of pain following their previous exchange, which does not directly solicit a response from Chandler.


Look Rachel, I wanted to tell you, I thought I should, I-I did, and then Chandler and Joey convinced me not to.

All right. Let’s say I had slept with Mark. Would you have been able to forgive me?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel directly asks him an emotionally charged, hypothetical question about forgiveness, which creates a moment of silence for reflection.


Okay, okay. Enough, enough with the lunging. No! I'm sick of this. Okay. I've had it up to here with you two! Neither you can come to the party!

Jeez, what a baby.

Yeah, Ross, way to ruin it. I was just going to get dressed.

You know what I don't care. The only person I cared about getting dressed, is the one person that says she's not even gonna go. Look Rach, I'm sorry. Okay. Look, I-I wa, I was a jerk. I'm sorry I yelled. I want you there, I need you there. Look, what, what can I do that can show you how much, how much I want you to be there.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Ross has shifted his focus entirely to Rachel, making a direct apology and plea to her, which is a private exchange not involving Chandler.


Okay, all right, this is how it’s going to work. We’re gonna give you hypothetical maid of honor situations and you will be scored on a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being the highest.

No, 10 is the highest.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant as he just established the game rules and Ross directly corrected his explanation of the scoring system.


Phoebe, I already, I already did.

Oh okay. All right, then I need to calm down a little.

Okay. Okay. (They sit down.) I think we can do this if we just get organized. All right? We have two days to plan this party. We just need to make fast decisions! Okay? All right, where are we gonna have it?

Uh, here. What time?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe just answered Rachel's previous question and immediately followed up with a new question ("What time?"), indicating Phoebe is continuing her turn and driving the next decision point.


Oh Joey, I’m so sorry. You want some of my breakfast?

Nah, I’m too depressed to eat. I’ll probably eat in like 5 minutes. So I guess I’ll just fly home with you guys, what time’s your flight?

What about my cab?

No, Joey! You borrowed my cab; you have to drive it back.

I don’t want to drive all the way back by myself, I get so lonely. (Gets an idea.) Oh—ooh! How about you come with me?

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey just directly proposed "How about you come with me?", but his "Oh—ooh!" suggests he is still formulating the idea or waiting for.


So, how would you like to have a baby that's half yours and half his!

Well, we're talking about sperm donors and Zack may be the guy! I mean, look, he's intelligent, he's healthy, he's athletic, I mean, he is "spermtastic"!

Chandler, this is crazy! What did you even say to him! "Come up, meet my wife! Give us your sperm"!

No, I invited him to dinner so you could get a chance to get to know him! I mean, if we go through a sperm bank you never meet the guy, get to check him out.

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's last utterance was a direct response to her question, providing an explanation that doesn't immediately require her to speak again, allowing him to continue his point.


I'll take sports.

All right. Uhh, international.

Oh that's mine too! (Grabs it and Ross looks at him.) I'm Italian!

Well, I guess I can check out those apartment listings, even though there's never anything in here.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's most recent utterance is a self-directed comment about apartment listings, not an address or question to Joey, making it an inappropriate moment for Joey to interject.


Monica, your Sweet Sixteen was like a million years ago.

And yet, here we are doing it again.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel initiated the exchange with Monica and Monica's last utterance directly responds to Rachel's previous comment, making it Rachel's turn to continue the conversation.


Oh my God! How long has she been crying?

About a week and a half.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's direct answer to her question provides the requested information and does not prompt Rachel for a further immediate response.


I told you! I am not coming to a naked wedding!

No, no, no, we’re not having a big reception, we took the money    we were gonna spend on a wedding and we donate them to the children charity.

That’s crazy! (Phoebe looks bewildered). I am sorry. I just can’t    imagine giving up my one wedding day like that!

We, you know, we’re different! We don’t care about having    a huge party. (She picks up the veil) This is really nice for you, but, oh,    please, I put this on? (she puts it on) And, ow, I look (she looks her reflex    image on a toaster), why, well, radiant. (pause) All right, well, who cares,    I don’t need a pretty veil and a fancy dress.

That’s right. You’re making a commitment and that’s    the same, whether you do that at the Plaza or, where are you gonna do it?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica has just asked her a direct question about the wedding location, and Phoebe is likely pausing to formulate her answer.


Okay. (Clears throat) Years ago, when I was backpacking across Western Europe…

(laughs) You were backpacking across Western Europe?

Have a nice six more months Ross! (Starts to leave.)

(stopping him) Okay! Okay! Okay. I’m sorry. Please, please, you were in Western Europe and?

I was just outside Barcelona hiking in the foothills of Mount Tibidabo. I was at the end of this path and I came to a clearing and there was a lake, very secluded. And there were tall trees all around. (Whispering) It was dead silent. Gorgeous. (Softly) And across the lake I saw…a beautiful woman…bathing herself…but she was crying…

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is deeply engrossed in telling his story, building suspense with detailed descriptions and soft tones, and is not pausing for a response or addressing Ross directly.


Events from around the globe.

Okay. Uhh, Ross, y'know what, there's something that I-that I have to talk to you about and everybody's saying that I shouldn't tell you, but I think they're wrong. I mean, and you know how people can be wrong.

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross should speak because Rachel has directly addressed him and explicitly stated she has something important to talk to him about.


Oh Joey, I’m so sorry. You want some of my breakfast?

Nah, I’m too depressed to eat. I’ll probably eat in like 5 minutes. So I guess I’ll just fly home with you guys, what time’s your flight?

What about my cab?

No, Joey! You borrowed my cab; you have to drive it back.

I don’t want to drive all the way back by myself, I get so lonely. (Gets an idea.) Oh—ooh! How about you come with me?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just directly asked her to come with him, requiring a response to his invitation.


(he catches the ball and pauses, staring at Joey in disbelief) Also an island.

Hey, what time is it?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's sudden, general question "Hey, what time is it?" is not a direct follow-up to Ross's previous statement, allowing for a pause or for someone else to respond.


All right fine! But I’m only doing this for you!

Thank you. All right, now who else do you want to invite?

Ah, no-no-no just Ross. Ross and Joey is embarrassing enough.

ross was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler just explicitly named him and made a comment about him being "embarrassing enough," which directly invites a reaction or defense from Ross.


From a bullet!

I know it doesn't make much sense…

Look Chandler, it was instinct! Okay? I just went for it!

chandler was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey directly addressed Chandler and offered an explanation for his actions, inviting a response.


So, what? Monica, we have the winning ticket! My psychic said I  was gonna win, remember?

Oh, play them!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Monica's direct instruction "Oh, play them!" shifts the focus to the action of playing the tickets, not further discussion from Phoebe.


And that would have made the official party line. (Joey nods) Monica   and I are having a little financial trouble.

Yeah, I know.

What? What do you mean you know?

Err... I just figured it out! You know, I mean you're not working and   the economy is bad.

(to himself) That's the fastest I have ever thought!

Anyway, err... I need to borrow some money.

Oh! Sure! How much? Two thousand dollars?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just directly asked him "How much?" in response to Chandler's statement that he needs to borrow money.


, and you didn't even kiss her.

I tell people secrets. It makes them like me.

Phoebe! You're sick, you shouldn't play. You should just go home, get in bed, and stay there.

(in a nasally voice, from her cold) But I'm unemployed, my music is all I really have now. Well music, and making my own shoes. (She puts her shoe on the table, and it's horribly decorated) Pretty, huh? (Sneezes)

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica directly addressed Phoebe about her health, and Phoebe is currently responding to Monica's concern about her playing music while sick.


How could someone get a hold of your credit card number?

I have no idea. But look how much they spent!

Monica, would you calm down? The credit card people said that you only have to pay for the stuff that you bought.

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly addressed Monica and provided information to alleviate her concern about the credit card charges, prompting a response from Monica.


Well then you just must have a natural talent for it.

Y’know what? The doctor will be in soon, why don’t we not speak until then.

(silently) Okay. (Pause) Seriously, breathe louder Ross! That’s great!

Y’know we should probably ask the doctor if she even knows how to deliver a baby that’s half human and half pure evil!

Hi Dr. Long, how are you?

(to Rachel) Oh, you’re nice to her.

She has the drugs!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's excited statement "She has the drugs!" is an observation about the doctor's arrival rather than a direct question or prompt for Ross to respond.


Monica, you should totally put your name down on the list

What?! Are you crazy?! I’m not getting married! I’m not even engaged.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just made a suggestion to Monica, and Monica directly responded to Rachel's idea with a strong rejection, requiring Rachel to elaborate or defend her statement.


She's a waitress.

All right, you guys, I kinda gotta clean up now. (They all start to leave.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak to acknowledge Rachel's statement that she needs to clean up, as Rachel addressed the entire group, including Monica, and they are all starting to leave.


Yes, I want to change. And why-why don’t you go down and get us a table?

Yeah, we’ll be down in like five minutes.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she is part of the group Monica addressed about getting a table, and Chandler's response on behalf of "we" includes her in the ongoing plan.


Of course you did Ross, you would date a gorilla if it called you Indiana Jones!

Did you get like a fresh batch of pregnancy hormones today?!

No! It’s just that, Kate bothered me.

Why? What was wrong with her?

There was nothing wrong with her! All right? She was perfectly lovely!

Okay, so what’s the matter?

I don’t want you to date her!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel just directly expressed her feelings about his dating life to him, which prompts a response from him.


Or maybe it's because this guy's doing so good they wanna put more people on it. (Chandler pours some juice in a glass.) You should see this guy, Chandler, he goes through two bottles a day.

(slides the juice across the counter which Joey catches) What do you care? You're an actor. This is your day job. This isn't supposed to mean anything to you.

I know, but, I was the best, you know? I liked being the best. (He downs the glass of juice in one swig.) I don't know. Maybe I should just get outta the game. They need guys up in housewares to serve cheese.

(pours more and slides the refill to Joey) All right, say you do that. You know sooner or later somebody's gonna come along that slices a better cheddar. And then where're you gonna run?

Yeah I guess you're right.

You're damn right I'm right. I say you show this guy what you're made of. I say you stand your ground. I say you show him that you are the baddest hombre west of the lingerie.

I'm gonna do it. (He downs the juice in one swig again.)

All right. Now go see Miss Kitty and she'll fix you up with a nice hooker.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's final humorous directive is a concluding remark that signals Joey to take action rather than requiring a verbal reply.


Monica! This is the Men's room! (Pause) Isn't it?

Yes it is. You see I've always found the men's bathroom very sexual. Haven't you?

No. And if I did, I don't think we'd be going out. Monica, this is getting ridiculous!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly addressed Monica, expressing his frustration with the situation and their interaction, which calls for a response from her.


Hey! Hey, you guys, I finished the crossword all by myself! Hug me!

Oh, it was great! The widow wouldn't pay, so Phoebe yelled at her 'til she did.

Yeah. I'm a hard ass.

And I'm a wuss. And we should be partners.

Yeah. Hard Ass and Wuss. We could fight crime!

be partners. We should be catering partners. I mean, think about it! You're not working right now, and we have such a great time together!

I can cook and you can take care of the money.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Monica's last statement directly proposes a specific role for Phoebe in their potential catering partnership, prompting her to respond.


She said that?!

I don’t know, I told her it was stupid to put off the wedding just because the hall was gone and she liked flipped out.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just finished explaining a conflict to Monica, who had previously expressed surprise, making it her turn to react or ask further questions.


(to Bonnie) So ah, your first sexual experience was with a woman?!

All right, I was 15, it was my best friend, Ruth, and we got drunk on that hard cider, and then suddenly, I don’t know, we were, we were making out.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Chandler asked Bonnie a direct question about her personal experience, and Bonnie is currently narrating her story in response to Chandler, not involving Rachel.


She's asleep. Chandler?

Emma was doing it!

Ooh, she's asleep, that means we can...

Yes, but we have to be fast.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica has just directly responded to Chandler's implied suggestion with an affirmation and a new condition, which doesn't explicitly require an immediate verbal reply from Chandler.


Ross! Y’know what, I just got—why? Why did you do this?!

Look, if you’d had two failed marriages, you’d understand!

Well, y’know what? Thanks to you I’m half way there! Ugh! Oh! I am so mad! Ross, I don’t think I have ever been this angry!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should speak because Rachel is directly addressing him and expressing extreme anger towards him, continuing their heated argument.


(in his British accent) I’m sorry, I’ve got plans with my sister.

(in accent) Right, will you excuse us for one moment? (Takes Monica aside.) (In his normal voice.) What are you doing?

(normal voice) Oh, you can have an accent and I can’t?! (To an exiting student in accent.) Top ‘O the morning to ya laddies!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica's rhetorical question "Oh, you can have an accent and I can’t?!" directly challenges Ross's earlier actions and statements, requiring his response to continue their private discussion.


Yes, it was horrible. She cried. I cried. She threw things, they hit me. Anyway,I did the right thing.

[in phone] So, Spock actually hugs his father?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross just concluded a personal anecdote directed at the group, and Chandler's phone call is an external interruption rather than a direct address to her.


No, Yeeees. God, how do I say this. (walks into the kitchen, Chandler follows closely, he turns around and gets startled). Oh, hi, you know that girl from the Greek restaurant with the hair (holds his hands up to signify she has big hair)?

Ooh, that girl that I hate, eww, drives me crazy, eww, eww, oh!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant who introduced the topic, and Chandler's strong negative reaction is a direct response to Joey's setup, but it does not pose a new question or explicitly invite Joey to speak immediately.


(yelling) Joey, there is a reason that Emma loves that stupid penguin so much (Joey covers Hugsy's ears) Oh don't cover its ears! (stops yelling) It's because it reminds her of her uncle Joey!

Really? She... she loves me?

Oh yeah! But you know what? If you need Hugsy, don't worry. Emma will totally understand. I won't... but whatever (She leaves the room).

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel just finished a direct exchange with him, offering him Hugsy and making a joke before leaving, which invites a response from him.


I had to read the Bible pretty carefully, but... yeah we do.

Okay, if Joey does the ceremony, then we have to find someone else to walk Phoebe down the isle.

monica addressed phoebe, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is making a logistical statement about a potential consequence of Joey performing the ceremony, rather than directly addressing him with a question or prompt for an immediate response.


No. Ross, it, it just seems that y'know it’s time we-we y'know, move on. I mean, I mean don’t’ you think?

Yes, I do.

Yeah, I-I really do. (takes a dinosaur mug out of the box) Hey! This-this was a gift?!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just asked Ross a direct question about their relationship, and can now respond to his subsequent observation about the discovered mug.


Ross I—We tried all the spicy food. It’s not working.

Okay here, have one of these peppers. Oh ha… Oh God! So…so hot! (Rubs his eyes.) Oh my—(Laughs.) By the way, you don’t want to touch the pepper and then touch your eye.

I am feeling nothing. Speaking of hot, watching you do that really makes me want to have sex with you.

Oh come on Ross, why are we wasting our time with this other stuff?! We know what’s gonna work! It’s doctor recommended!

I’m sorry, but we have to have some boundaries! My God, I’m dying.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's last statement is an exclamation of his physical discomfort and a boundary-setting remark in response to Rachel's previous suggestion, which does not directly invite a further immediate response from her.


obviously, I just—I misspoke. It's okay.

okay, I mean as long as you know that Chandler and I are also very hot and fiery, just as hot as you! I mean our flame, whew, is on fire!

(entering) Hey Monica, here's your broom back.

You are so cute. (She goes over and kisses him passionately.)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Monica's most recent utterance and passionate kiss are directed exclusively at Chandler, marking a private, affectionate moment between the couple.


Huh. So now, the real question is, who put those fossils there, and why?

Hey, look at this. "My Big Book of Grievances."

Hey, there's me! April 17th. Excessive noise. Italian guy comes homes with adate. Hey Chandler, look, you're in here too.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly addresses Chandler and points out that Chandler is also mentioned in "My Big Book of Grievances," inviting a reaction or comment from him.


Joey, this is sick, it's disgusting, it's, it's—not really true, is it?

Well, who's to say what's true? I mean...

Oh my god, what were you thinking?

All right, look, I'm not proud of this, ok? Well, maybe I am a little.

(leaving) I'm outta here.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's declaration "I'm outta here" signals her departure and the end of their exchange, leaving no one for Joey to address.


Oh, did you beat him at a board game? He turns into such a baby when he starts to lose.

Eh! Stop it!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel's initial question, "Oh, did you beat him at a board game?", was likely directed at her, prompting her to respond to the pending.


Something went wrong with Underdog, and they couldn't get his head to inflate. So anyway, um, his head is like flopping down Broadway, right, and I'm just thinking... how inappropriate this is. Um, I've got something in my eye, uh, Joey, could we check it in the light, please?

Come on, they're close.

Close? She's got her tongue in his ear.

Oh, like you've never gotten a little rambunctious with Ross.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey just directly addressed Monica with a sarcastic retort, making her the clear recipient of his statement and prompting her to respond.


Then why-why is she going to a play?!

Uh, y’know, starve a fever, go to a play for a cold.

Joey! Why is Janine not coming over for dinner?!

Well uh, she didn’t want to hang out with you guys two nights in a row. I’m so sorry.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey just directly answered Monica's question about Janine not coming to dinner, making it Monica's turn to respond to Joey's explanation.


We’ll try to keep it down.

Phoebe, could you do me a favour? Could you try this on? I just wanna makesure it fits.

Ooh, my first birthday present... (delightedly examining the cardigan inher lap) ..oh, this is really...

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just asked Phoebe to try on an item, and Phoebe's current delighted reaction and incomplete thought invite Joey to follow up on his request or acknowledge her response.


Yeah, I think you should keep looking!

Yeah, for about 30 minutes.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's statement "Yeah, for about 30 minutes" is an elaboration on his own situation rather than a direct prompt or question for Monica to respond to.


Ahh, I-I did leave the gel on a little longer then it said to.

How much longer?

Ross you know that tonight is your date with Hillary?

I know. That’s why I did it. (With a big smile) Come on, are they really that bad?

She will be after tonight.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica just delivered a concluding, sarcastic remark directly in response to his question about his hair, which doesn't explicitly prompt him for a further immediate reply.


Yeah! And she's comforted by him because she loves her uncle Joey so much.

Really? She... she loves me?

Oh yeah! But you know what? If you need Hugsy, don't worry. Emma will totally understand. I won't... but whatever (She leaves the room).

Ok, wait wait wait wait a minute wait a minute, I mean Rach, I mean if if... . If Hugsy means that much to Emma then...  well she can have him.

Oooh... you're sweet, I knew uncle Joey would step up. (Turns to face Emma in the the playpen) Look Emma, look who's baaack!

Look forget it forget it...  I can't do it.

Are you gonna...  you're going to take Hugsy away from a little child?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's rhetorical question "How do you think I got him in the first place?" is a direct counter to her previous accusation, allowing the implication to resonate without an immediate verbal response.


Well, I mean, sure, of course. But... you already    gave that to Monica, so...

You know, I would give her up, for you.

No, I couldn't let you do that.

But I want to.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the direct exchange with Monica, who just reiterated her desire to make a sacrifice for Rachel, which is a statement that doesn't demand an immediate verbal reply.


Yeah, we’ll be fine.

Look Rachel, I wanted to tell you, I thought I should, I-I did, and then Chandler and Joey convinced me not to.

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just directly implicated Chandler (and Joey) in convincing him not to tell Rachel something, creating a direct prompt for Chandler to respond to his involvement.


Oops, sorry. Listen, we-we have to have a party tonight! Actually, we have to have one in five minutes, so everybody cancel your plans.

What are you talking about?

We have to have a surprise Bon Voyage party for Emily. But it’s actually for Joshua. (Starts handing out party hats.) Look, he said he’s not ready to date, so I had to invite him to a party if I wanted to see him outside of work, and now I have the perfect opportunity to seduce him! (Hands Ross a party hat.)

rachel addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel is still actively explaining her elaborate plan for the party and her intentions with Joshua while also physically handing out party hats, indicating she is not finished speaking.


What an interesting approach to guitar instruction. Y'know some might find it amusing, I myself find it regular.

Hey everybody, Rachel was so good today. She didn't gossip at all.

rachel was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe directly praised Rachel for not gossiping, making Rachel the subject of the conversation and inviting her to respond to the compliment.


Excellent! Let’s play Bamboozled! Chandler, you’ll go first. What is the capital of Columbia?

What does a Wicked Wango card do?

I should know that. Let’s see, just one moment please. Umm, here we are, a Wicked Wango card determines whether you go higher or lower.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just directly answered his question about the Wicked Wango card, making it Chandler's turn to respond or continue the game.


He took my essence!

Okay, now hold on. Joey, why, why can't you just wear the underwear you're wearing now?

ross addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just directly addressed Joey with a question about his underwear, shifting the focus of the conversation to Joey for a response.


Oh, yeah. That is not true. Ross, is this your fantasy?

No, of course not! (Thinks) ...Yeah, yeah, it is.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just directly answered her question about whether it was his fantasy, completing the immediate exchange.


Well y’know I was just in the neighborhood and I passed by your building and I thought to myself, "What’s up with Carol and sweet, little Ben?"

Umm uh, I’ll make some coffee and we can uh, chat.

I’d love that. I would loooove… (Carol goes to make the coffee and she sits down.) So uh, so where is sweet little Ben? I would love to have a little...

Explanation: Carol is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel directly asked her about Ben, but Carol is currently occupied with making coffee and sitting down, which might delay her response.


Why, it's dinner for six. 5 steaks, and an eggplant for Phoebe.

Yeah, we switched meat suppliers at work, and the new guys gave me the steaksas sort of a thank-you.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is explaining the origin of the steaks to the group, leaving an open floor for any participant, including Ross, to comment or react.


(To Monica) Have I got a surprise for you? Pack your bags!

Oh no!You guys aren't supposed to get divorced for 7 years!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; while Chandler addressed her directly, Phoebe interjected with an exclamation about the situation, momentarily shifting the conversational focus away from Monica's immediate response to Chandler.


I am pretty wisdomous.

So... what do you say?

Are you kidding? Phoebe, I would be honored. (they hug)

phoebe was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just received a direct acceptance from Joey in response to her previous question, and she might SPEAK to acknowledge the agreement or transition the conversation after their hug.


Okay! (To Rachel) Oh my God, thank you!!

Hurry! Monica’s gonna make you pack! She’s got jobs for everyone! Now, it’s too late for me, but save your selves! (The guys scramble for the door.)

(entering and interrupting the guy’s escape attempt) Okay! The movers will be here in 11 hours. Rachel has not packed. Now, everybody has to help! Chandler, we’re gonna start with…

monica addressed chandler, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Monica has just interrupted the previous exchange to issue a new directive to the group, immediately focusing on assigning a task to Chandler, making it inappropriate for Phoebe to interject.


Oh, all right. (Joey flips the coin.) Tails! (The coin bounces off of the landing above them and falls to the ground.) Can you-can you see what it is?

What? No! No Ross! No-no! Stop! I’m not jumping! Okay, look I have an audition tomorrow and I can’t go if I break my leg.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should speak because Joey directly addressed him, refusing his implied request to jump and explaining why, which requires Ross to acknowledge or respond to Joey's refusal.


Oh, Ross, I’m sorry. I completely ruined your evening.

Helps a little.

Is there room on that step for a pathetic loser?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel directly asked Ross if there was room on the step, prompting a response from him.


She's a waitress.

All right, you guys, I kinda gotta clean up now. (They all start to leave.)

Chandler, you're an only child, right? You don't have any of this.

Well, no, although I did have an imaginary friend, who... my parents actually preferred.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's utterance provides a complete response to her direct question about him being an only child and offers a self-contained anecdote, not requiring an immediate follow-up from her.


(jumping up in a hole that he is digging, he is shoulder deep) Hey, you guys! Take a look at this! (Chandler and Monica jump up and go over to the hole.) Check this baby out, dug me a hole!

Jellyfish sting! Oh, it hurts! It hurts!! It hurts!!

Yeah, and I’m a little tired from digging the hole.

Oh damn the jellyfish. Damn all the jellyfish!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is expressing her pain and frustration about the jellyfish sting, which is a self-directed exclamation rather than an address to Joey.


Come on Ross be realistic, y'know? If I did write something, what are the chances I could get those guys to star in it?

I'll help you. Yeah, I'll make up a schedule and make sure you stick to it. And plus, it'll give me something to do.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just directly offered to help him with his writing idea and make a schedule, prompting Joey to respond to the offer.


Oh Phoebe, listen. Well, I think we gotta go. This place is really freaking me out. I've been watching this guy over there, I don't think he came with a kid!

We can't leave now! There was this one baby, Haley, who was favourite to win and she got croup, so she had to stay home! This competition just blew wide open, folks!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe directly responded to Rachel's suggestion to leave, requiring Rachel to acknowledge or counter Phoebe's refusal.


Whoa, whoa, whoa, ho, ho, ho, you did not win the game, the touchdown didn’t count, because of the spectacularly illegal, oh and by the way savage nose breaking.

(to Chandler and Joey) I won the game.

And was the curse lifted?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's question about the curse is directed at Monica, continuing the exchange she initiated with him and Joey, rather than inviting Ross to speak.


Oh my god. (Chandler downs another espresso.) How many of those have you had?

Oh, I don't know, a million?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she directly asked Chandler a question, and his response is now awaiting her follow-up or reaction.


Ohh! No way Phoebe! I want to be Monica’s!

But why does it even matter?!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because Phoebe's question "But why does it even matter?!" directly challenges Rachel's previously stated desire to be Monica's, prompting Rachel to elaborate or defend her position.


I don’t know, she seemed to think it was such a crazy idea! Um, plus, she, uh, she got me taffy!

Taffy, really? I’ve never had any.

Well, I think my mother was too busy planning her suicide to provide saltwater treats. (Ross hands her one) Thank you! So what, you’re just never going to tell her?

ross was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly asked him a question, "So what, you’re just never going to tell her?", which requires a response from him.


Come on Joey!!!

Rach, I told you everything I knew last night! Look, it's not that big of a deal, so Monica and Chandler are doing it.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because Joey directly addressed her ("Rach") and provided a defensive response to her previous prompt, inviting her to continue the direct exchange.


Why? ‘Cause otherwise you’d go for it?

What you don’t think I’d go up to her?

Ross, it took you ten years to finally admit you liked me.

Yeah, well missy, you better be glad that list is laminated.

You know what honey, you go ahead, we’ll call her an alternate.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but the current exchange is a direct back-and-forth between Ross and Rachel, with Rachel's last comment addressed specifically to Ross.


Well hurry, I can't feel my ears!

feel your ears?

Chandler, where are your tools?

(sarcastically) Oh, I left them on my bulldozer... I don't have tools!

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Monica asked Chandler directly about his tools, and Chandler's most recent utterance is a sarcastic response specifically addressing Monica's question.


I cannot believe you didn’t pick me.

Uh, in her defense, she’s right. I am stronger. I would destroy you.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross's last utterance directly responded to Chandler's complaint and challenged him, inviting a counter-response.


Here you go.

Thank you Gunther, put it there. (He gets up, and shakes Gunther's hand. A bunch of coins fall out his hand. He sits down next to Monica.) Definitely not easier with coins. (Joey gets up and picks up the coins. Chandler thinks, Joey is just helping him to pick them up.) Thank you.

chandler addressed joey, not gunther (ground truth)

Explanation: Gunther is a BYSTANDER as Chandler's final "Thank you" is directed at Joey for picking up the coins, not continuing the interaction with Gunther.


Wow! My breasts are really strong. (She goes and joins Monica.)

Chandler! Chandler, please, I have to get you locked up back the way you were, I am sooo gonna lose my job, she’s very private about her office. Now I know why.

Hey, look, you’re in trouble either way! Okay? If she comes back and sees me locked to this instead of the chair, she’s gonna know you were in here. So you might as well just let me go.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler just directly addressed her, making an argument about her predicament that requires her response to continue their exchange.


Hey, where’d you get that?

I went really long.

Forty-two to twenty-one! Like the turkey, Ross is done!

It’s no surprise that your winning, ‘cause you got to pick first, so you got the better team.

You’re so pathetic! Why can’t you just accept it, we’re winning because I’m better than you.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Monica and Ross are engaged in a direct argument about the game, and Monica's last statement is a taunt specifically directed at Ross.


Oh OK. [pulls over her shirt and shows a bare shoulder] Oh no, oh it's gone, that's so weird, I don't know how-where it went.

You didn't get it?

Phoebe, how would you do this to me? This was all your idea.

I know, I know, and I was gonna get it but then he came in with this needle and uh, di-, did you know they do this with needles?

Really? You don't say, because mine was licked on by kittens.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's sarcastic comment "Really? You don't say, because mine was licked on by kittens" is a rhetorical jab directly at Phoebe, expressing exasperation rather than soliciting a further verbal response from her.


Well, actually it’s a hockey team, so it’s angry Canadians with no teeth.

Have you ever been with a woman?

chandler was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Chandler should speak because Rachel directly questioned him with "What?! Chandler, what is the matter with you?!", requiring him to respond to her surprise and inquiry.


Monica, could you excuse us for a second? I need to talk to the girl with the flowers.

Okay. Oh but Joey, come over later because I’m going to teach you to make a bird feeder out of just a pine cone and some peanut butter.

What is the matter with you ?!?

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler just directly addressed her with an exasperated question, but her silence would acknowledge his frustration and the implicit demand for her to finally excuse herself as he.


Joey, y'know you get any mustard on that bag, you can't return it.

Why would I return it? I love this bag!

All right, then you owe me $350.

Fine! Do you take Vasa or Mustercard? (He's holding the fake credit cards that come with the bag.)

All right relax, look I'll pay you with the money from the acting job I am definitely gonna get thanks to you.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a declarative statement about future payment and a thank you, which concludes his point and does not explicitly solicit an immediate response from her.


Oh no! Did you take my bra too?!

The pink one with the flowers?!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica is directly asking a question about her missing bra, implying Rachel as a potential person who might have taken it.


Chandler, come on, you're gonna find somebody.

How do you know that? How?

I don't know, I'm just tryin' to help you out.

You'll see, you guys are all gonna go off and get married, and I'm gonna endup alone. Will you promise me something? When you're married, will you invite me over forholidays?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's emotional lament and direct request for a promise about holidays is a continuation of the exchange Joey initiated, prompting Joey to respond to his friend's distress.


Oh my God, I went to high school with her. (to Rachel) Rachel! Hi!

Monica! Look! Hi! What do ya think? (shows her, her ring)

Oh my God, you can’t even see where the Titanic hit it.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the discussion about her ring by asking for Monica's opinion, and Monica's last comment is a direct response to Rachel showing it to her.


I mean, you’re the one they’re gonna come to when they wanna run away from home, and the one they talk to about sex.

And you just get to be cool Aunt Phoebe!

Cool Aunt Phoebe. I am pretty cool!

And y’know what else, oh my God, are they gonna love you.

Thanks you guys! Again.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's "Thanks you guys! Again." serves as a concluding remark to the praise she received from both Monica and Rachel, not an open-ended statement requiring Monica to immediately speak.


Yeah, ohh! Why, damnit, why did I open my mouth? (In a girlish voice) I have a crush on you; I am attracted to you. (Back to normal again) Gee, I-I know that I freaked him out

If you said it like that, you probably did, yeah.

(opens her bedroom door and peeks out) Hey, is Chandler here?

phoebe addressed chandler, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe's question about Chandler's whereabouts is a new topic not directed at Joey, making him a bystander to this new inquiry.


Wait! Wait! Wait! Y'know what? Just stay. Please? It uh… It would really mean a lot to me if you stayed.

RACHEL PLEASE!!! JUST HAVE DINNER WITH US!!!

Okay. Okay. Joey, it's okay. Settle down.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance is directly addressing Joey, telling him to settle down, which shifts the immediate focus to Joey's behavior rather than Ross.


Put your hands together.

Joey, take your time with that. That's my last batch.

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica directly addressed Joey with an instruction about handling her last batch, requiring an acknowledgment or response.


Wow! Hey, why are you all dressed up?

Rachel and I are bringing Emma to Ralph Lauren today to introduce her to everyone. Doesn't she look cute?

ross addressed rachel, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having initiated the conversation, but Ross's "Doesn't she look cute?" is a rhetorical question inviting general admiration for Emma rather than a direct prompt for Phoebe to respond specifically.


He's not backing down. He went to get lotion.

(entering the hall) Oh man! Aren't you guys done yet?! I wanna sit in my chair!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's general complaint, "Aren't you guys done yet?!", is addressed to the entire group present, not specifically to Phoebe, so she is not obligated to respond.


Huh, that’s funny. You look like you’re gonna be the…

No, don’t say it! Don’t even think it!

All right. Okay Chandler, enjoy your handful. (Exits.)

rachel addressed chandler, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's final comment was directed at Chandler before she exited, effectively ending that conversational turn and not requiring a response from Monica.


have a boyfriend. There’s a guy in one of my classes who-who has a crush on me.

Yeah! I don’t know. I mean, last year Elizabeth now-now this kid. What-what-what-what is it?! Am I giving out some kind of…sexy professor vibe? (Rachel and Joey both look at him.)

Not right now.

It-it—The point is my natural charisma has made him fail his midterm.

Oh, see now I feel bad for the kid! I had a crush on a teacher once and it was so hard! Y’know you—I couldn’t concentrate and I blushed every time he looked at me. I mean come on, you remember what’s it’s like to be 19 and in love.

Yeah. I guess I can cut him some slack.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's reflective statement about cutting the student some slack concludes the immediate discussion about the student's crush, and does not directly prompt Rachel for a response.


Oh wow! That deserves another piece of candy.

Well, I have to say that earns tutu pieces of candy.

Ohh… Oh, honey here. Take it all. (Pours the entire large bowl into her bag and closes the door.) Monica! We need more candy?

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly addressed Monica with a question about needing more candy, prompting a response.


(sounds desperate, knowing what Rachel is trying to    do) I haven't really settled on a spot yet!

thing that you see when you walk in the door!

(offended) I like that poster!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's defensive statement "I like that poster!" is a declaration of her own opinion rather than a direct prompt for Rachel to respond further.


Don't you think it's better for him to think that you're cheating    on me, than for him to think that I'm cheating on him? (Monica tips her head    slightly as if asking "Did you hear yourself?") I heard it.

I don't want him to think that I'm having an affair.

All right. I've got a plan. I'll go down the fire escape.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the ongoing discussion with Chandler, who just proposed a plan directly related to the problem they are trying to solve, inviting Monica's reaction or further input.


Hey, look, this name has been holding me back my entire life. Okay, it’s probably why kids picked on me in school, and why I never do well with women… So, as of 4 o’clock tomorrow, I’m either gonna be Mark Johnson or John Markson.

You got problems because of you! Not your name! All right, this has got to stop! Chandler is a great name! In fact—yes, (To Joey) I’m, I’m sorry. I know you really wanted me to name the baby Joey, but eh, so, I’m-I’m, I’m gonna, I’m gonna name the baby Chandler.

You wanna hug it out?

Yay—oh—yay! Okay, I gotta go tell Frank and Alice! Right now!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's last utterance is an excited declaration of her immediate departure to tell Frank and Alice, which does not invite a direct response from Chandler.


Then why-why is she going to a play?!

Uh, y’know, starve a fever, go to a play for a cold.

Joey! Why is Janine not coming over for dinner?!

monica addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica has just interjected and directly addressed Joey with a new question about Janine, shifting the conversational focus away from Chandler's previous question.


Okay, look, we have nineteen minutes. Okay, Chandler, I want you to go and change! Okay. And then, when you come back, Joey will go change, and he'll have vacated the chair. Okay. Okay.

All right! Fine! I'm going. But when I get back it's chair sitting, and I'm the guy who's....sitting in a chair! (leaves)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's final utterance is a concluding statement and a joke as he departs, not a direct address or question that requires a response from Ross.


Well uh, I-I’m a paleontologist. Umm, I-I live in New York. I have a son Ben. Uh, hi Ben! (Waves.) And uh…

I said a little bit Ross. Now, how about you Chandler?

Well Joey, I’m a headhunter. I hook up out of work Soviet scientists with rogue third-world nations. Hi Rasputin! (Waves.)

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER because Joey explicitly directed the turn to Chandler, who just finished speaking, and the conversation has moved past Ross.


I’m so we weren’t in the car! Did he ever let up?

He called the Long Island Expressway a concrete miracle.

(imitating Parker) This room! This night! That waiter! His shoes! I must take a mental picture! (He backs into someone.) Ooh sorry…(He looks behind him then notices its Phoebe then stops his impression.)

Were you guys making fun of Parker?

That depends, how much did you hear?

So, he a little enthusiastic, what’s wrong with that?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's most recent statement is a defense of Parker directed at Ross, continuing their back-and-forth about his enthusiasm.


According to Chandler, what phenomenon scares the bejeezus out of him?

His legs flail about as if independent of his body!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an active participant as he asked the question that Chandler just answered.


How do you feel about all this?

I wish there was an easier way for us to have a child but I don't think there is one.

Come on Ross, be a good guy. Step up and do it!

joey addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler was just speaking, but Joey's most recent utterance is a direct plea to Ross, creating a turn for Ross to respond to Joey's specific request.


I need something sweet.

Does anyone wanna watch TV?

Monica your remote doesn't work.

Phoebe, you have to lift it and point.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, Joey's earlier comment about needing something sweet was not picked up, and Monica is currently giving instructions directly to Phoebe about the remote control.


Yeah, but y’know we could sneak in and watch.

Yeah, we could. Oh hey look! There’s some Kappa Kappa Deltas! I was a Kappa. (to them) Hey sisters! (They ignore her.) (To Monica) Wow, we really are bitches.

(to the class) Right! So when Rigby got his samples back from the laboratory he made a startling discovery! What he believed to be igneous, was in fact sedimentary. Imagine his consternation when—(sees Monica and Rachel.) Oh bloody hell.

ross addressed monica, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just interrupted his lecture to react to seeing Monica and Rachel with an exclamation of frustration, which is not an opening for them to speak.


How late are we?

Forty-five minutes.

Okay. Rachel and Phoebe are already there, okay? So they probably started without us. We could just slip in and no-one needs to know where we were! (he raises his hands and on his right one there's a Rangers foam finger)

joey addressed phoebe, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a statement of a plan and not a direct question or invitation for Ross to respond, making it appropriate for Ross to allow Joey to continue or for the group to process the information.


Yeah, which was nice.

You guys wanna try and catch a late movie or something?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe addressed "you guys" with a direct invitation to catch a movie, prompting a response from Rachel or another member of the group.


Yeah, all right. (Ross enters.)

Emily is…incredible. I mean there-there are no words to describe it, I mean the whole weekend was like a dream. (Sees Rachel coming back from the bathroom.) Oh! And you! Rach!

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross has just entered and is now directly addressing Rachel, shifting the focus of the conversation away from Joey.


Yeah, they said I acted too much with it. I told everybody about this! Now everybody's gonna go to the theatre, expecting to see me, and...

Oh, Joey, you know what, no-one is gonna be able to tell.

My mom will.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant, and Joey's statement "My mom will" is a direct counter to her previous attempt at reassurance, expressing his personal concern without directly soliciting further input from her.


I'm so sorry that you had to find out this way. I'm sorry, but it's true, I love him too.

(happily) My best friend and my sister! I cannot believe this. (He hugs them both.) (To Joey and Rachel) You guys probably wanna get some hugs in too, huh? Big news!

ross addressed joey, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's most recent comment and question were directed specifically to Joey and Rachel, signaling that the next turn is for them.


Okay, come on! (blows on the dice) Daddy needs a new pair of electromagnetic microscopes for the Prehistoric Forensics Department! (They all look at him, and he shuts up and rolls the dice.) (he moves his piece) Okay. (reading a card) Take Pinky Tuscadero up to Inspiration Point, collect three cool points!! Yeah! Which gives me five, and let’s see who is gonna lose their clothes. Ummmm, I think I pick our strip poker sponsor Mr. Joey Tribianni.

All right, relax. It’s just a shoe.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's comment "All right, relax.


Yeah, if I'm willing to sleep with the casting lady.

Ten years I've been waiting for a break like this Chandler, ten years! I mean, Daysof Our Lives. That's actually on television.

Well, I... I've got a pop-up book that told me everything I need to know.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he was just expressing his excitement and frustration about an audition to Chandler, and Chandler's humorous comment was a direct response to Joey's ongoing narrative.


Yeah, I’m not gonna pay for those acting classes anymore.

Rachel, there you are! Come on, let’s serve that dessert already!

joey addressed rachel, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER, Joey is directly addressing Rachel and inviting her to serve dessert, making it an exchange between them that does not involve Chandler.


Perhaps because you gave her an engagement ring? Y’know Ross doctors are supposed to be smart.

I didn’t give her that ring!

So whose ring is it?

Is it an engagement ring?

But you didn’t give it to her?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's final question, "But you didn’t give it to her?", is a direct confirmation of Ross's previous denial, which may not require an immediate verbal response from him as she processes the information.


And on your anniversary, for shame!

What's going on?

Chandler was hitting on the hot delivery girl!

I was not and oh God, shh!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's denial and "shh!" are directed at shutting down the accusation from Ross, not inviting further comment from Rachel whose initial question has already been answered.


Yes, we are very sorry to tell you this, but you, Phoebe, are flaky.

That true, I am flaky.

So, what, you’re just, you’re just okay with being flaky?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Rachel directly questioned Phoebe about her acceptance of being flaky, Phoebe takes a moment to process the implication of the question before responding.


No, we haven't seen her since this morning.

So unbelievable. She was supposed to meet me half an hour ago with Emma. (he tries to take a cookie but Monica slaps his hand)

These are for Erica!

Well, I want he baby to come out all cute and fat!

So, why is Erica coming to visit?

Well, because we want to get to know her better and she's never been to New York so she wants to see all the tourists' spots... you know, Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building...

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica is directly responding to his previous question about Erica's visit and is still actively elaborating on her answer by listing tourist attractions.


Well, you could also give back the money you owe me.

Okay. Have a benefit.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's sarcastic suggestion "Have a benefit" serves as a closing remark to Chandler's request for money back rather than an invitation for Chandler to speak further.


(To Monica) Have I got a surprise for you? Pack your bags!

Oh no!You guys aren't supposed to get divorced for 7 years!

What? No, I'm taking Monica to a romantic inn in Vermont (shows them a brochure)!

Oh, honey!I can't. I was just telling these guys that things are crazy at the restaurant!

Are you really that busy?

Oh, that's ok.I'll just try and reschedule. (on the phone) "Hi, this is Chandler Bing. I made a reservation there and I need to change it (pause) Oh, what do you mean it's not refundable? Can I just come some other time? (pause) Oh, can't you make an exception?"

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler is audibly struggling on the phone to reschedule the non-refundable trip he planned for her, creating a situation where Monica might feel compelled to respond to his predicament.


Mon, maybe one of these guys wants to wear your dress.

(in a manly voice) I’m gonna go shave. (Gets up.)

(in a manly voice) Yeah well, I’m gonna go spit. (He goes into the bedroom. On his way out, Joey gives Rachel a wide berth.)

chandler addressed rachel, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but he has just announced his departure and is physically leaving, and Chandler's last comment was a humorous mimicry that doesn't require a further response from Joey.


I thought you were going out with Elizabeth.

Yeah, I was but uh, she was a little busy with a water balloon fight.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak because she initiated the exchange by asking Ross about his plans with Elizabeth, and Ross has just finished explaining why they didn't go out.


Yeah, big stuff.

Alright, here, you have to hold this. [hands Chandler a piece of paper]

[grabs for seat belt] Where's my seat belt?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey was just speaking, but Phoebe then addressed Chandler directly, and Chandler's subsequent question about his seatbelt is a general observation not directed at Joey.


Because you kept talking to him while he was trying to go to the bathroom?!

No! But because he thought I was to faaaaa…. (Chandler emerges, without flushing by the way.) And every time I think about it, it makes me feel as bad as I did in fifth grade! Y’know, I-I really think that you should apologize to Julie.

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica's entire utterance is a direct response to his previous question and concludes with a suggestion specifically directed at him.


Y’know, I think if I were going to be with a woman. (Chandler is intrigued.) It’d, it’d be with someone like Michelle, she was so oh, she was so petite.

(jumping up) Phase Three! I just achieved Phase Three!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's exclamation "Phase Three! I just achieved Phase Three!" is a self-directed comment about his own internal process, not an address or question that requires a response from her.


This is so exciting! It’s so glamorous! People taking our picture. How do I look?

A little tall.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just received a direct, humorous answer to his question from Joey, which does not explicitly prompt him to speak again immediately.


Well umm, Alexandra has been…

Oh, it has a name?

Phoebe, don’t get upset!

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Phoebe and told her not to get upset, which prompts Phoebe to respond to Monica's concern.


Ohh! Ohh! In college, Chandler got drunk and slept with the lady who cleaned our dorm!

That was you!

Whatever dude, you kissed a guy.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's latest comment is a direct counter-accusation to Chandler, but it functions as a concluding remark to their back-and-forth rather than an explicit question or prompt for further immediate response.


Ross, how could you let this happen?

I don't know, God, I... well, it's not like she's a regular mom, y'know? She's, she's sexy, she's...

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should speak because Ross just finished responding directly to Joey's previous question, creating an explicit turn for Joey to react or follow up.


can get in on a beauty scholarship.

(blushing) Oh, what a line. (walks towards the drinks table with her back towards Chandler and whispers "Oh my God!")

chandler was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel's "Oh, what a line" is a direct reaction to his previous comment, inviting him to respond to her assessment.


Yeah, we'll be okay.

Love you guys. (he kisses Monica, he, Rachel and Phoebe leave.)

monica was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just addressed her directly with a farewell and a kiss, prompting a reciprocal acknowledgment before he leaves.


Hey Gunther, let me get a lemonade to go.

Lemonade? You ok man?

Ah, it's career stuff. I don't know if you heard but they killed off my character on the show.

Explanation: Gunther is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the inquiry about Joey's well-being, and Joey is now directly explaining his career troubles in response to Gunther's concern.


How could you do this to me Chandler?! This part could’ve turned my whole career around!

I messed up. Okay? I’m sorry, I really messed up.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the accusation against Chandler, and Chandler just offered a direct apology in response, requiring Joey's acknowledgment or further reaction.


Hey, someone order a coat?

Ross, Chandler wrote something about me on his computer and he won't let me see.

He won't? [remembers what it is] He won't! Because, isn't that, isn't that the,the short story you were writing?

And I'm in it? Then let me read it.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's last utterance is a demand to read the story, implicitly directed at Chandler (the writer) or a general statement of intent, not a direct question or prompt for Ross to respond further.


(overhearing that) Why don't you just go out with her!

(following him) And did you notice the ice? (Gestures to 3 huge buckets of ice on the table.) Look! We have it all! We have crushed! Cubed! And dry! Watch! (Pours some water onto the dry ice, causing it to evaporate/smoke.) Ahhh! Mystical!

Chandler! Everyone--no one's eating my Tuscan finger food 'cause they're all filling up on Phoebe's snow cones!

There are snow cones! (Monica glares at him.) Snow cones! Yuck!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler's sarcastic comment and subsequent backtracking were a direct response to her complaint about the snow cones and her glare, making it her turn to continue the exchange.


(Flipping through bunch of folders as Chandler enters from bathroom) Okay, I have looked through a bunch of career guides,  photocopied and highlighted key passages and put them into alphabetical folders so you can make an informed decision.

How long was I in there?

Okay. Let us start with the A's. Advertising.

Wait. Advertising! That's a great idea!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just presented "Advertising" as the first career option, and Chandler's enthusiastic response directly addresses her suggestion, requiring her to continue the discussion.


All right, ready?

Okay, I don't think we can turn anymore!

Ross, I don't, I just don't think it's going to fit.

rachel addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance directly addresses Ross to express her concern about the couch fitting, making the immediate turn between them.


, really gorgeous! (Joey clears his throat.) I still love Chandler.

I just want you to say it once in a while.

All right okay, just so you know, I’m not gonna make a turkey this year.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's statement about not making a turkey this year is a topic shift and a general announcement that does not directly address him or require his immediate input.


Well, everyone's gotta kiss someone. You can't kiss Ross you got the history.

So? Who would you rather have kiss you, me or Chandler?

(To Monica) Happy New Year!

So did that do anything for ya?

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Joey's question "So did that do anything for ya?" is directed at Ross, continuing their private discussion about kissing.


Well, I have plans with Joey tonight.

Oh! (Pulls up his pants.) Sorry. Uh, I’ve got those plans with Phoebe, why?

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's follow-up question "why?" is directed at an implied third party, not Phoebe, who has already established her part in the conversation about their plans.


Well, I'm crazy about her now. I think this could be the real thing. Capital 'R'! Capital 'T'! (Joey stares at him) Don't worry, those are the right letters.

Look, what do you want me to say?

I want you to say that you like her!

I can't. It's like this chemical thing, you know. Every time she starts laughing, I just wanna (grimaces and tenses up) pull my arm off just so that I can have something to throw at her.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he initiated the topic and Joey's last utterance is a direct, strong response explaining why he cannot fulfill Chandler's previous request.


No it isn't, this is my dad, alright, I'll show you.

Phoebe, I thought your dad was in prison.

phoebe was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed her with a question about her dad's whereabouts, requiring Phoebe to respond and clarify.


(gasps) You wouldn’t! Okay look, Rachel I know you really want to do this, but I-I’ve never been maid of honor to anyone before! And I know you’ve done it at least twice!

Okay. Okay. It’s—since you’ve never done it before you can be Monica’s made of honor.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel directly responded to Phoebe's previous statement about never being a maid of honor by offering a solution for her to be Monica's maid of honor, requiring Phoebe to respond to the proposal.


What? Wait-wait a minute, what? Phoebe, what's the matter?

Our apartment is ready.

And that makes you angry because…

Because you would rather live here with Joey.

Where did you get that?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's question "Where did you get that?" is a direct challenge to Phoebe's previous statement, but Rachel is likely expressing disbelief and may be about to elaborate on.


Monica... [He re-enters the bedroom and Monica jumps on the bed, trying to cover it.] Hey Mon, I have a question. Is Leroy the baddest man in the whole damn town or the fattest man in the whole damn town?

Baddest. Otherwise the song would be Fat Fat Leroy Brown.

What're you doing?

Just waiting for you sweetie.

Explanation: Richard is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he previously asked Monica "What're you doing?", and Monica's most recent utterance "Just waiting for you sweetie" is a direct answer addressed to him, inviting a follow-up.


Oh, I didn't know you wanted her too!

Well, I mean, sure, of course. But... you already    gave that to Monica, so...

You know, I would give her up, for you.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica just directly offered to give "her" up for Rachel, requiring Rachel to respond to the offer.


(changing subject) OK, so at this point, the dealer...

Alright, you know, we got it, we got it. Let's play for real. High stakes... big bucks...

Alright, now, you sure? Phoebe just threw away two jacks because they didn't look happy...

ross addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler was interrupted by Monica when he tried to explain something about the game, and Ross's subsequent comment is a general observation about Phoebe's play, not directly inviting Chandler to continue his previous point.


Whoa, whoa, prom night flashback.

I'm sorry, Monica, I'm really happy you got promoted, but cold cucumber mushfor thirty-something bucks? No! Rachel just had that, that, that salad, and, and Joey withhis like teeny pizza! It's just...

phoebe addressed monica, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe is directly addressing Monica with a complaint about the food and referencing Rachel and Joey, leaving Chandler outside of the current exchange.


So uh listen, I think I’m gonna take off now. (Starts to get up.)

(stopping him) Hey! You…can’t…leave Joey! You agreed to buy that boat, all right?! That is a contract! And plus if you leave, my boss is gonna kill me!

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him, physically stopping him from leaving and making a strong, urgent argument about his agreement to buy the boat, which demands his immediate response.


Ahhhh , you brought rats to my birthday party?

So this is what a stroke feels like.

I had to bring them! We killed their mother, they're our responsibility    now. You know, they require constant care. You should know that, Rachel, you're    a mother.

Are you comparing my daughter to a rat?

No! Seven rats! I think we should take them home, we need feed    them.

whhh wait, you're gonna leave my party to take care of a box of rats?

Well I'm sorry Rachel, but I'm not like you, ok? Not everyone    can afford help. (she and Mike leave)

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's final utterance was directed at Rachel before Phoebe and Mike left, concluding that specific exchange and not inviting a response from Monica.


Hey! How come the door's locked?

Just a second.

(hushed) No, no, no, no, no. Joey can't know that I'm here.

chandler addressed joey, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's hushed utterance is a directive to keep his presence a secret from Joey, not a question requiring a verbal response from Monica.


All right people, we're in trouble here. We've only got 12 hours and 36 minutesleft. Move, move, move!

Monica, I feel like you should have German subtitles.

monica was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the current topic and Chandler directly addressed her with a comment about her previous statement.


I just said that so you wouldn't let Ben do it! Look Ross, if anyone should step aside it should be Ben!

Why should Ben step aside? It was his audition in the first place! You-you just tagged along! You're like the uh, tag-a-long dad.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly challenged Joey's assertion about Ben stepping aside and accused Joey of tagging along, prompting Joey to defend himself or continue the argument.