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.

Wait, wait, wait. You want him, I want her. He likes you.

Yeah. I'm thinking, if we put our heads together, between the two of us, we can break them up.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she has been directly engaged in an intense exchange with Joey, who has just proposed a joint plan to her, requiring her 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!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel's last utterance is a direct continuation of Monica's previous statement about not having settled on a spot, requiring Monica to respond to the suggestion.


Phoebe, what are you doing?

Maybe nobody's tried this.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the exchange by directly asking Phoebe a question, to which Phoebe has just responded, making it Monica's turn to react or follow up.


(on phone) Okay, great!  Bye. (Hangs up as Chandler enters.) So guess who’s coming to Thanksgiving dinner?

Oh! That’s great, they haven’t seen the place since I moved in!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica initiated the exchange by asking Chandler a direct question, and after his response, she needs to provide the answer to her own question to continue the conversation.


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

Oh! Sure! How much? Two thousand dollars?

Yes! Two thousand dollars exactly! How do you know that! (Joey begins   writing a cheque)

joey was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly asked him "How do you know that!" after Joey correctly guessed the amount of money Chandler needed.


So do I. (Slowly walks in.) Okay Rach, before anything happens (He takes off his coat) I just want to lay down a couple of ground rules. (Turns back to face her.) This is just about tonight. I don't to go through with this if it's going to raise the question of "Us." (Rachel's confused) Okay? I just want this to be (Kicks off his left shoe) about what it is! (Kicks off the other one.)

And um, what-what is that Ross?

The physical act of love. (Hisses at her.)

(laughs) What?! Are you crazy?

Oh so-so you weren't trying to entice me just now with your-your nakedness?

Explanation: Rachel is an active participant in this direct and escalating exchange with Ross, who just made a direct accusation that requires her immediate response.


(smiling at Monica) Right. (to Rachel) So how're you doing?

Hi Chandler. It's really nice to see you (rolls her eyes) NOT. (she and Rachel giggle a little and Chandler looks unimpressed)

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica just addressed him directly with a sarcastic remark, prompting a response from him.


See? Ben doesn't think you're a loser, he thinks you're a cowboy! Now that's something.

That really is something; that's really cool.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica's initial comment about Ben's perception was directed at him, and Rachel's subsequent agreement reinforces the positive sentiment, inviting Ross to respond to the reassurance.


gonna break up with you!

Fine! Fine! But this break-up was not all my fault, and she, she says here, (reading from the letter) “If you accept full responsibility...” (to Chandler and Joey) Full responsibility! “...I can begin to trust you again. Does that seem like something you can do. (yells at Joey) Does it?!!”

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross directly addressed Chandler and Joey with a question about accepting responsibility, making Chandler part of the ongoing discussion.


Phoebe we just saw mine, let me see 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, how would you do this to me? This was all your idea.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Phoebe should speak because Rachel directly addressed her with an accusation, blaming her for the missing tattoo and stating it was Phoebe's idea, which prompts a defensive or explanatory response.


I said name one!

I can’t believe I did this! What an idiot!

Oh, stop beating yourself up! People make mistakes! These things happen! There aren’t any message you’ve forgotten to give me are there? (Chandler has a disgusted look on his face.) Apparently you’re not very good at it! I…

Do you think he’ll ever forgive me?

forgive you. And I like to bring a pad with me when I go answer the phone just in case… (Chandler gets that disgusted look back.) Okay…

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Monica is directly responding to Chandler's question about forgiveness and then giving him advice on how to handle messages, making this a focused exchange between them that does not involve Joey.


Oh no, she’s still at work, but she told me to tell you to call her.

Oh what?! Is she gonna cancel on me again?! How can she do this? Doesn’t she know it’s our anniversary?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she delivered the message that prompted Ross's frustrated reaction and rhetorical questions, which implicitly address her as the messenger who can provide further information or context.


Look , I'm sorry, guys, I just don't wanna give them any more ammunition than they already have.

Yes, and we all know how cruel a parent can be about the flatness of a child's pillow.

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's sarcastic comment is a general observation following her concern about her parents, not a direct prompt for her to speak further.


Ah. Joey you’re-you’re having lunch with my mom?

No, I-I just heard lunch. But yeah, I can go. Sure! (They all exit.)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he directly asked Joey about having lunch with his mom, and Joey just responded to Ross's question.


Oh, I chose not to hear that.

Look what I got! Look what I got! Look what I got! (She shows Rachel what she bought. She bought a little leather jacket and a little cowboy outfit for the babies.) Can you believe they make these for little people?

Little village people.

Okay, look at this one. This is my favourite. (It’s a little pink and white dress for the girl baby.)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Monica is showing Rachel the baby clothes and Rachel is responding, making this a private exchange that does not involve Joey.


No it’s umm, more like a wrap. Okay so uh, I’m gonna go guys.

I guess you can get back to deciding on what to get me for a present! (Runs out.)

(To Phoebe, after Monica’s gone) We have to get her a present?!

Okay but look! Look at what I got! It’s her address book! (Holds it up.) We have a guest list!

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER because she has physically left the room, and the current exchange between Rachel and Phoebe is a private discussion about getting her a present.


(entering) Monica? You gonna be very proud of me. I just got us dates with two unbelievably cute nurses.

Umm. (Looks at Chandler who is using the phone.) Umm. Umm. I don't think so.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's "I don't think so" is a direct rejection of Rachel's proposal, and Monica is looking at Chandler, indicating she is about to elaborate or consult him rather than expecting an immediate response from Rachel.


So, the ebola virus. That's gotta suck, huh?

Gee, Monica, what's in the bag?

I don't know, Chandler. Let's take a look.

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.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica is continuing her explanation about the origin of the steaks and the new meat suppliers, which is not a direct prompt or question for him.


(entering) Hey, you guys!

Guess who's up for keynote speaker at the National Paleontology Conference?

Yeah, right! What was last time he met a submission deadline for an abstract (he and Charlie laugh, then Joey starts laughing too without any reason) Well, why are you laughing?

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross directly addressed Joey with a question, "Well, why are you laughing?", after noticing Joey laughing along with him and Charlie.


Y’know, I knew something like this was going to happen. (He starts to take off his pants, revealing that he is still wearing his sweat pants.)

What are you doing?! Chandler! You can’t just go back a phase!

Yes you can. You’re thinking about time, you can’t go back in time.

Yeah, come on, we can be guys!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant in the exchange, but Monica's final statement, "Yeah, come on, we can be guys!", is a rhetorical remark that doesn't directly solicit a verbal response from him.


I can't find the remote. [Phoebe turns off the TV] Thank you.

So, Scott asked me to come over for lunch today and I did.

And we did.

All right Phoebs, way to go.

So, so how did it happen?

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey just asked Phoebe a direct question about her story, and she might be taking a moment to formulate her detailed narrative.


Yeah, well, I only have twenty minutes until Ethan, so, y'know.. (He starts to raid the fridge.)

Ooh, do I sense a little bit of resentment?

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Rachel's comment about resentment is directed at Chandler, interpreting his previous statement about his schedule.


Chasing him all around the room?

He’s totally flirting with you too.

(pause) He is, isn’t he? I don’t know, I don’t know, I mean maybe it’s just being here at the beach together or, I don’t know. But it’s like something... (she’s interrupted by the sound of Bonnie entering)

rachel addressed bonnie, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's ongoing thought about the flirting is interrupted by the sound of Bonnie entering, which shifts the immediate focus of the conversation away from Rachel's internal reflection.


That is seven days!

Okay look, I had a lot of water before I went to bed. Can we do this after…

(interrupting him) No-no-no-no-no Ross! Please, come on we do not have any of the big stuff we need! We do not a changing table! We do not have a crib! We do not have a diaper service!

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly interrupted his previous utterance and then addressed him by name while continuing their shared discussion about baby preparations.


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!

Was it really that good?

We got honourable mention in the brother/sister dance category! Look, it’s almost fake midnight, do we really have any other choice?

Okay, let’s do it. Mom and Dad are gonna be so faced!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an active participant, but Monica's enthusiastic agreement and comment about their parents conclude the discussion about doing the routine, leaving no immediate conversational turn for Ross to take.


(To Joey) Hey, you wanna get something to eat or uh, do you wanna see how long we can throw this ball back and forth? Huh?

Uhh, the ball thing.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just received a direct answer from Joey to his binary question, completing the immediate verbal exchange.


I cannot believe that you didn’t tell me that we are still married!!

Look I was going to tell you!

When?! After the birth of our first secret child?! (To All) Ross didn’t get the annulment; we are still married.

Okay, maybe it wasn’t my best decision. But I just couldn’t face another failed marriage.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just offered a personal justification for his actions, which concludes his immediate defense and does not directly prompt Rachel for an immediate response.


What a bad idea!

Ohhhh, I cannot look at it! (She doesn't move.)

Chandler, why are you doing this?

I don't know. But I know I'm not afraid to do this.

I'm doing this because I'm sorry?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she previously asked Chandler directly why he was doing something, and Chandler's latest utterance, "I'm doing this because I'm sorry?", is a hesitant and questioning response to her inquiry that invites her to follow up.


Phoebe, you were right. I should've never gone to London, and from now on you make all of my decisions for me.

Oh… No, I did that for someone once and I'm not comfortable having that kind of power and control over someone's life.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Phoebe just directly responded to Rachel's request by declining to make her decisions.


Oh, yeah, no problems. It’s all taken care of.

Ross, thank you. Hey, do you guys wanna go see a movie?

Oh yeah, why not?

Okay, umm, I’m gonna get my sweater. (Walks away.)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he and Rachel just made plans to see a movie, and Rachel's departure to get her sweater is a temporary interruption, inviting Ross to acknowledge her or the plan.


No, I’m-I’m not sure about Hulk, but I like the idea of a name starting with "The."

Oh, want a good name, go with Joey. Joey’s your pal. Joey’s your buddy. "Where is everybody?" "Well, they’re hanging out with Joey."

Hey, y’know what, if you’re gonna do that, if you’re gonna name him Joey, you should name him Chandler. (Phoebe doesn’t think so.) Oh, come on! Chandler’s funny, sophisticated, and he’s very loveable, once you get to know him.

Well, I, I like the idea of naming him after someone I love, and Joey and Chandler are great names. (They both stare at her.) But, all right, I don’t—maybe I’ll just name him The Hulk.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's latest utterance is a concluding thought about her naming dilemma, effectively dismissing both Joey's and Chandler's suggestions and returning to her own idea, which doesn't invite an immediate response from either of them.


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.

Hey, you don’t even live here anymore! What are you doing answering my phone? I have my machine!

Which I bought for ya. Taught ya how to use it. You thought it was a copier. Look, if there was anything I could do, I would do it. Okay? But everybody’s allowed one mistake, right?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's last utterance is an apology and a rhetorical question that doesn't demand an immediate verbal response from Joey, allowing a moment for the apology to be processed.


Your make-up!

(entering) Joey, what are you doing with the bag? You're audition is not until tomorrow.

Yeah, but sandwich time is right now. (Removes a sandwich and starts eating.)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel initiated a direct exchange with Joey about the bag and his audition, to which Joey responded, making the current conversation between Rachel and Joey.


Those are my gifts, I got them for you.

Ohhh. Thanks Chandler they're great!

chandler was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he just presented gifts to Phoebe, and Phoebe directly thanked him for them, making it his turn to acknowledge her appreciation.


Yeah, you really shouldn’t have said anything.

Phoebe! Rachel! It’s Monica! I wonder what you could possibly need me for on such short notice! (She bursts into the apartment to find only Phoebe and Rachel sitting on the couch.) Oh.

monica addressed rachel, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER as Monica's dramatic entrance and subsequent "Oh" are directed at Phoebe and Rachel, not involving him in the immediate exchange.


Oh, oh Ross, oh my God, are you okay?

SON OF A BITCH! (turns to his right to see three kids staring at him)    (To the     kids) Oh relax! I didn't say the 'F' word! (They go away)

Ross, see! I told you, those swings are evil! Alright, that is it.    That is     the last time Emma is getting on one of those things for her entire life.

No! No, no, no, no, okay, it wasn't the swing's fault. It was my fault    and kind     of that (point to the kid that kicked him) kids fault. Who is still laughing.    Nice.

Ross, c'mon, please. Can we just get out of here, before somebody else    gets     hurt?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Rachel's direct plea to him to "get out of here" is a request for action that concludes the immediate discussion, not necessarily requiring a further verbal response.


Come on Phoebe, look at that! They are not breaking up, look at them. Okay that’s, you know what that is? That is a, that is a second date, that’s what that is! Look at that, she just put her hand on his thigh...

You said it was okay!

You said she was bald!!

Phoebe, we can’t, we just can’t just let it happen! Okay, we have to do something! We have to break them up! Okay? Just go in there and like, shave her head! You owe me one bald girl!!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel just delivered a lengthy, impassioned plea and a direct command to Phoebe, ending with a strong demand that Phoebe needs to process rather than immediately respond to verbally.


No, honey, in a wonderful way. You know what you want now. Most guys don't evenhave a clue. You are ready to take risks, you are ready to be vulnerable, and intimatewith someone.

Yeah. You're not gonna end up alone.

Chandler, you called Janice! That's how much you wanted to be with someone!

phoebe addressed chandler, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica was an active participant in the discussion about Chandler's readiness for a relationship, but Phoebe has now directly addressed Chandler with a new, specific point about him calling Janice, making it Chandler's turn to respond.


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 ?!?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler just directly addressed her with an exasperated question, indicating his frustration with her for not excusing herself as he had requested.


Yeah. Y’know umm, uh, umm, about that, umm, Ross I really appreciate your offer to let me move in and everything, but don’t you think it’s gonna be weird?

Wh-why?! Why-why-why would it, why would it be weird?

Well, because of us! Because of our history.

No! No! It would be weird if we were still in that place, I mean are you still in that place?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just directly asked Rachel if she is "still in that place," requiring her to respond to his question about their relationship.


Oh, that’s uh, that’s pretty nice but I’m gonna go with the one I picked first.

Oh my God Chandler, the one you picked is gone. It’s over!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Chandler should speak because Phoebe directly addressed him to inform him that his previously chosen item is no longer available, requiring his reaction or a new decision.


Why the hell didn't you tell me!

I'm sorry. What was I supposed to do stand up and shout 'Hey, Rachel, your butt is showing!'

Oh my God this is sooo humiliating. I think the only thing that tops that was, was, was when I was in the eight grade and I had to sing the Copa Cabana in front of the entire school. I think I got about two lines into it before I ran and freaked out. Oh my God, my entire life is flashing before my eyes.

Rach, hey look, I remember that, it wasn't so bad.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just offered comfort and reassurance directly to her, creating a natural pause for her to absorb his words.


Phoebe, listen. You were with me, and we were shopping all day.

Oh, all right. What did I have?

You had a salad.

Oh, no wonder I don't feel full.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's "Oh, no wonder I don't feel full" is a self-commentary about her meal, not a direct question or prompt for Monica to continue the exchange.


(entering) Ross! How could you do that to an old man?!

(looking at the table) Excuse me ladies. (To Phoebe) I’m sorry?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the interaction by directly addressing Ross, and Ross just responded to her accusation, prompting her to elaborate.


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.

phoebe addressed monica, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant, but Phoebe's most recent utterance is a direct address to Monica about game scores, shifting the conversation to a new, separate exchange that does not involve Joey.


I don’t know. I like her, you know. She’s different. There’suh, somethin’ about her.

That you like, (snappily confronting Joey over the heads of the knittingcircle) we get it. You like her. Great!

Hey, Phoebe, I asked you, and you said it was okay.

Alright, well, maybe now it’s not okay.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a direct confrontation with Phoebe, who just challenged his previous statement by declaring that what was "okay" before is "not okay" now, requiring Joey to respond to her change of heart.


Ross, I didn't think it would that big of a deal.

Look, that was supposed to be like a private, personal thing between us.

Okay, Ross, Phoebe is my girlfriend, okay, we tell each other everything. You know, I mean, come on, guys do the same thing, I mean, what about all that locker room stuff.

That's different, okay. That's like, uh 'Who dated a stripper?' or 'Who did it on the back of the Staton Island Ferry?'.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Rachel is in an ongoing argument with Ross, who just countered her analogy with specific examples, which might give Rachel pause to consider his point before responding.


) Alright, nothing is worth this. Uhm, I have a confession to make… uhm, okay, you know, that girl that mugged you when you were a kid…

: (disbelieving) Wh-What are you talking about? It wasn't a girl. It was this huge dude.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated a confession directly to Ross, who then immediately challenged her specific detail about the mugging incident.


All right, but you can’t use that again for a whole year. I’m in.

Ooh, this is so exciting! Ooh, God, what are you going to bet?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's excited reaction and general question "what are you going to bet?" are addressed to the group of participants rather than directly prompting Chandler for an immediate.


It did enter my mind! But then something happened that made it, shoot right out.

Y'know what Chandler, you got yourself into those cuffs, you get yourself out of them.

No-no-no-no-no-no-no!! I can’t get myself right out of them! You must have me confused with the Amazing Chandler!! Come on, you have to unlock me, she could be gone for hours, and I’m cold, and (Stops and looks up the skirt on a statue behind Joanna’s desk.)

Oh, Chandler!! All right, this is it! (Grabs the key) You never see Joanna again!

You never come into this office again!

You give me back my Walkman!

I—never borrowed your Walkman.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's direct denial of borrowing her Walkman creates a clear conversational turn for her to respond to his contradiction.


Monica, what are you talking about?

My Sweet Sixteen! Remember, you went to third base with my cousin Charlie.

It’s all everybody at the party could talk about!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the topic and Monica's last utterance continues to tell a story directly implicating Rachel and her past actions.


What am I gonna do?

No, no, don't, don't, rub it! Don't! (clapping) What gets out hummus?! What gets out hummus?!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross's panicked question, "What gets out hummus?!", is a general plea for help directed to anyone present.


Gunther, Gunther, please, I’ve worked here for two and a half years, I know the empty trays go over there. (points to the counter.)

What if you put them here. (sets the empty tray on another stack of empty trays on the back counter.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Gunther directly responded to Rachel's complaint by demonstrating an alternative action, inviting her to react to his instruction.


Yeah, you really shouldn’t have said anything.

Phoebe! Rachel! It’s Monica! I wonder what you could possibly need me for on such short notice! (She bursts into the apartment to find only Phoebe and Rachel sitting on the couch.) Oh.

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica just burst into the apartment, directly addressing Rachel and Phoebe, and her subsequent "Oh" creates an opening for one of them to respond.


Yeah, sure... uhm, I'm devastated, obviously... (to the rest) Did you think the neighborhood was homey? (Chandler enters)

Is it me, or have the greetings gone downhill around here?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's comment is a general observation upon entering the room, not a direct response to Monica's previous question or a direct address to her.


Joey, listen. I can't do this, it doesn't make any sense. Yesterday I was a nurse, and today I'm a waitress at a cafe?

Oh, sometimes we use the same extras for different parts. It's okay.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey just responded directly to Phoebe's expressed confusion and concern, making it her turn to acknowledge or further question his explanation.


Good idea. Where do you want to go to lunch?

Awww! Mel Torme died.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak because Joey just interjected with a new piece of news about Mel Torme, which invites a reaction or acknowledgement from the group.


Oh, I really liked him. (Looks at Ross) Yeah, it   was really, really, really good.

You promised you wouldn't say anything.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because Ross directly addressed her with an accusation, prompting her to respond to his statement about a promise.


(popping back up) Regular or decaf?

So ask me what I did today.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Pete's statement "So ask me what I did today" is an open invitation for anyone in the active exchange to prompt him, which Monica can readily do after her previous utterance.


What have I not told you?

Oh, I don't know. Umm, how about the fact that the underwear out there on the telephone pole is yours from when you were having sex with Fun Bobby out on the terrace.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica should speak because Phoebe just answered her direct question by revealing a personal secret about Monica, making her the central subject of the current exchange.


They went in together. So sorry.

Oh my God! Oh my God that’s awful! What did you think of the house?

(walking towards her to hold her and support her) Monica, you understand what we are saying, right?

joey addressed monica, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is directly addressing Monica to confirm her understanding, making it Monica's turn to respond.


A tattoo? Why, why would you want to do that? [to Rachel] Hi.

Hi. Well hey, you don't - you don't think they're kind of cool?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel directly asked Ross for his opinion on tattoos, requiring a response from him.


See? Ben doesn't think you're a loser, he thinks you're a cowboy! Now that's something.

That really is something; that's really cool.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross is part of the ongoing group discussion about Ben's positive perception of someone, and Rachel's affirmation creates an opening for another participant to contribute to the shared sentiment.


I’ve been waiting up all night for ya. Where have you been? (Joey doesn’t answer) Where have you been? Vic?!

Oh, ahh, go to the window. I’m wanna run down to the truck and show you something.

Explanation: Lauren is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey's most recent utterance is a direct instruction to her, requiring her to acknowledge or respond to his request to go to the window and his intent to show her something.


Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god!

Ok, all right. We want to hear everything. Monica, get the wine and unplug thephone. Rachel, does this end well or do we need to get tissues?

Oh, it ended very well.

Ok, all right, let's hear about the kiss. Was it like, was it like a soft brushagainst your lips? Or was it like a, you know, a "I gotta have you now" kind ofthing?

Well, at first it was really intense, you know. And then, oh, god, and then wejust sort of sunk into it.

Ok, so, ok, was he holding you? Or was his hand like on your back?

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Phoebe is directly questioning Rachel about the details of the kiss, and Monica is not being addressed in this specific exchange.


Oh, Phoebe, she couldn't stop crying! With those thick glasses, her tears looked giant.

I know, it's tough. You know what the first thing I did after my mother's funeral was?

Pay the caterer! Look, I've had a lot of jobs, okay, and there are some people who just always try to get out of paying. It's either, you know, "that massage wasn't long enough, or, "I don't recognize any of those songs," or, you know, "these sombreros aren't big enough. Bad little white girl!"

Okay. So what do you.... you think she's faking?

Well, it seems like there weren't any tears 'til you showed her the bill.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe just offered her opinion about the person Monica mentioned, which doesn't directly prompt Monica for an immediate verbal response.


Still on Amelia Earhart?

The woman just vanished!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's statement about Amelia Earhart is a declarative remark that doesn't directly solicit a response from Chandler.


Okay. Okay. Okay. Umm, maybe you can start with, "Chandler, even though we were friends; there was a part of me that always knew I wanted more."

All right, there’s a nuclear holocaust, I’m the last man on Earth. Would you go out with me?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just offered Chandler a line to practice, and Chandler's subsequent hypothetical question is a humorous response to her suggestion rather than a direct question requiring her answer.


Well, what did the police say?

My Thanksgiving leftover sandwich. I can't believe someone ate it!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler previously asked a direct question about what the police said, and Ross's subsequent exclamation about the sandwich did not provide an answer, leaving Chandler's query unresolved.


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.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross's suggestion to stop speaking is a direct conversational move that invites a response from her.


Oh my God.

Shouldn't we all vote on stuff like this?!

What is wrong with raising a kid in the city? I'm doing it, Ross is doing it, Sarah Jessica Parker is doing it!

rachel addressed ross, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey should stay silent because Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct counter-argument to Ross's implied stance on raising a kid in the city, making it a two-person exchange between them.


Well, stuff like where’d we live, y’know? Like a small place outside the city, where our kids could learn to ride their bikes and stuff. Y’know, we could have a cat that had a bell on it’s collar and we could hear it every time it ran through the little kitty door. Of course, we’d have an apartment over the garage where Joey could grow old.

Like a goalie, right?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey's comment "Like a goalie, right?" is a confused reaction to Chandler's previous statement about Joey growing old in an apartment, but it is not a direct question requiring an immediate response from Chandler.


Nope. (To Ross) Man look at this! Ross, I can’t believe you said you’d play rugby. I mean look how brutal this is!

Hey, I can handle it! All right?

(pointing to the TV) Okay, Ross, look-look-look-look, look right here. That’s called a scrum, okay? It’s kinda like a huddle.

And is a hum, kinda like a scruddle?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just made a humorous remark in response to Joey's explanation, which doesn't directly solicit a further verbal response or continuation of the explanation from Joey.


You don't kiss your friend's mom! Sisters are okay, maybe a hot-lookin' aunt... but not a mom, never a mom!

What are you guys doing out here?

Uh.. uh.. Well, Joey and I had discussed getting in an early morning racquetball game. But, um, apparently, somebody overslept.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross's last utterance explicitly mentions "Joey and I" and implies Joey was the one who overslept, creating a direct opportunity for Joey to respond to the situation.


A tattoo? Why, why would you want to do that? [to Rachel] Hi.

Hi. Well hey, you don't - you don't think they're kind of cool?

No, sorry I don't. Tell me why would anyone pay someone to scar their body for life? What if it doesn't come out right Phoebe? Then it's like, I don't know, havin' a bad hair cut all the time. Why's everyone staring at me?

phoebe was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly addresses Phoebe by name and poses a hypothetical question to her, inviting her to respond to his concerns about tattoos.


Chasing him all around the room?

He’s totally flirting with you too.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica is directly addressing her with a statement about someone flirting with Rachel, which naturally invites Rachel's reaction or confirmation.


...and these come in the shapes of your favourite Christmas characters, Santa, Rudolph, and Baby Jesus.

All right, I’ll take a box of the cream filled Jesus’s.

Wait a minute, one box! Come on, I’m trying to send a little girl to Spacecamp, I’m putting you down for five boxes. Chandler, what about you?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly addressed Chandler, asking for his order, making it his turn to respond.


Ninety percent of a women’s pheromones come out the top of her head! That’s why, that’s why women are shorter. So that men will fall in love when they hug them! (Ross is staring at her dumbfounded.) Oh come on Ross, you’re a scientist.

I was hugging her as a friend. It’s not my fault her-her hair got in my face, she’s got a lot of it and it smells all-all uh…coconutty. (Phoebe raises her eyebrows.) What?! Oh, that doesn’t mean I have feelings for Rachel! Maybe it means I have feelings for coconuts!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the topic, challenged Ross directly, and Ross's defensive and somewhat absurd final statement, following her raised eyebrows, invites her to respond to his denial.


messing with us! But see they don't know that we know that they know! So…

Ahh yes, the messers become the messies!

Oh Ross, honey you gotta stop torturing yourself!

Look I've already looked at like a thousand apartments this month and none of them even compares to that one!

Y'know what you should do?

You should find out what his hobbies are and then use that to bond with him. Yeah! Like if I would strike up a conversation about say umm, sandwiches. Or uh, or my underwear.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, Rachel is offering advice directly to Ross regarding his apartment search, making this a private exchange that does not involve Chandler.


Listen, I ah, I know it’s a longshot. But, by any chance did she find that funny?

(entering) So I nodded off a little.

Nodded off!! Ross you were snoring. My father’s boat didn’t make that much noise when it hit rocks!

Come on! Forty-five minutes! Forty-five minutes the man talked about strappy backed dresses.

Well okay, how about four hours in a freezing museum auditorium listening to Professor Pitstains and he’s ‘Hey everybody! Remember that thing that’s been dead for a gazillion years. Well there’s this little bone we didn’t know it had!’

First of all it’s Professor Pittain! And second of all, that little bone, proved that, that particular dinosaur had wings, but didn’t fly.

Okay, see now, what I just heard blah-blah-blah, blah-blah-blah-blah-blah, blah-blah-blah, blah, blah.

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER, as Ross and Rachel are engaged in a private, escalating argument about their boring experiences, and Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct, mocking response to Ross that does not involve Joey.


(to Ross) Hey! Here's the birthday boy! Ross,

Funny, my birthday was seven months ago.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's utterance "So, I'm guessing you had an extra ticket and" is an incomplete thought, indicating Ross is still speaking and Joey should wait.


have a choice!! Ross, why are you listening to her?! Are you, are you crazy?!

What's going on?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's general question, "What's going on?", is an inquiry about the overall situation rather than a direct prompt for Joey to elaborate on his previous outburst.


Hey! You made it!

Okay is there…some kind of magic tunnel to this hospital?!

Ross, you stay here and talk, I’m gonna go have a baby.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should stay silent because Rachel's urgent instruction to Ross about her impending labor is a direct and time-sensitive exchange between them, not involving Joey.


...and these come in the shapes of your favourite Christmas characters, Santa, Rudolph, and Baby Jesus.

All right, I’ll take a box of the cream filled Jesus’s.

Wait a minute, one box! Come on, I’m trying to send a little girl to Spacecamp, I’m putting you down for five boxes. Chandler, what about you?

Ahh, do you have any coconut flavoured deities?

No, but ah, there’s coconut in the Hanukkah Menoreoes. I tell you what, I’ll put you down for eight boxes, one for each night.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just made a direct sales proposition to him by stating "I’ll put you down for eight boxes," which, while addressed to Chandler.


No, huh uh, no way, I'm sorry, not gonna happen.

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: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's current turn is a direct complaint to Monica about the food, making Monica the primary addressee and shifting the focus away from Chandler's previous interjection.


What? (turns around quickly still ready to throw the dart and Joey quickly ducks and hides behind the chair) What are you, what are you talking about?

They have a kid together, y'know. They’re like, they’re like a family, and if, I don’t know, there’s chance they could make that work, I know I wouldn’t want to be the guy who stood in the way of that. Are you okay? Do you wanna ah, come poke a nude guy?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's final question, "Are you okay?", is immediately followed by the absurd and distracting offer, "Do you wanna ah, come.


Phoebe, what is it?

All right, you know Paolo?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe is introducing a new topic with a general question that sets up her story, not directly soliciting an answer from Monica.


Joey, do you have peanut butter on the back of your head?

(Touches the back of his head and licks his fingers) Oh man! I thought I got it all!

I was making a peanut butter smoothy, right?

And I couldn't find this little plastic thing (holds up plastic thing) that goes on top of the blender...and I thought...well... how important can that be, right...? Turns out very!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the exchange by asking Joey about the peanut butter, and Joey is now directly explaining the cause of the situation she observed.


Oh no-no-no, it's still me.

Ah, no it's not. I've got picture-in-picture here. (to other caller) Yeah. (listens) Yeah, okay. I'm gonna have to call you back later. (pause) Monica? You. I'm gonna have to call you back.

Oh, oh, okay umm, so I'll see you soon.

Okay, I love you.

Okay. Well, it's good news. It's good news.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's statement "Okay. Well, it's good news.


Chandler, I can't be playing games, Ross is gonna be home soon. And I have to write five whole pages if I'm gonna stick to his schedule.

Well, so, play for the next 30 minutes and then write until he gets home.

(jumping up) All right! But uh, listen, what do you say we crank it up a notch?

All right, all we need is a little lighter fluid.

Okay, but be careful okay, because I wanna get our security deposit back.

Yeah, I think we said good-bye to that when we invented hammer darts.

Do you even remember which part of the wall is not spackle?

Uh yeah, right here. (He punches his fist through the wall next to the door.)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he just asked Joey a question about the wall, and Joey's dramatic action of punching a hole in the wall serves as a direct, non-verbal response that often elicits a silent reaction or pause for comedic effect.


Uh, well they might be a little mad at me over there.

Well maybe I got a little upset and maybe I told them where they could go.

Joey, why would you do that?

Because they wanted me to audition!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey just directly answered her question about why he got upset, completing the immediate exchange.


Nice shoes, huh? (He wiggles his foot and the bells tinkle)

Ross! He's playing with my spatulas again!

ross was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Ross by name and complained to him about Joey's actions, prompting a response from Ross.


That is the most ridiculous...

You sold me out.

Would you let me talk. [flicks Monica on the forehead]

Did you just flick me?

OK, well, you wouldn't let me finish and I was jus- [Monica flicks her back] Ow. That hurt [flicks Monica]

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's last utterance was a direct reaction to Monica's flick and a counter-flick, indicating Rachel is continuing their physical and verbal exchange.


Well not clients, lovers. But let’s just y’know, try it again. Come back and-and we’ll work through it.

Great! Okay, if you’ll just excuse me. (To the guy) So, did you hear something you liked?

Hey Ross! Check it out! I learned a new trick!

Hey uh, I brought you some lunch.

Ohh! That’s so sweet of you! Oh yum! (Takes a bite out of the sandwich and starts to get sick.) Did you put pickles on this?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel just directly asked him a question about the pickles on the sandwich he brought her.


Ok, I didn't see it, because I was putting on my jacket, but I uh want tobelieve you.

Hey Chandler. Monica just broke my seashell lamp.

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just directly accused Monica of breaking her lamp, prompting Monica to respond to the accusation.


What? Chandler! Tell 'em!

(shocked) Well I mean, let me get the door first. (Goes and opens the door.) Oh, hi! No one. (Exits.)

At least I care about his feelings!

Do you know how hard this is gonna be on him when he doesn’t get it?

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Chandler is a BYSTANDER because he has exited the scene, and Joey's current remarks are directed at the remaining group about a third party.


(entering) Sorry I'm late, I was stuck at work. There was this big dinosaur.. thing.. anyway.

Ross, you remember Susan.

How could I forget?

Explanation: Carol is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just introduced Susan to Ross, and Ross's "How could I forget?" was a direct response acknowledging her statement, which does not explicitly prompt Carol to speak further.


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...

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Joey directly addressed Phoebe to try on a present, and Phoebe is currently responding to Joey and examining the item.


But hey, it's courtside. The cheerleaders are going to be right    in fr. . . (Pause) That's not the way to convince you.

Chandler look, I don't want to be one of those wives who says, "You    can't go to the game. You have to spend time with me." So, if you could just    realize it on your own . . .

I know. You're right. I want to see you too. I've just got to    figure out a way to tell Joey, you know? He's really looking forward to this.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she is engaged in a direct discussion with Chandler about their plans, and his most recent utterance is a response to her previous statement and introduces a new related problem that invites her input.


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.

I've never slept with someone for a part.

Well is she... [reaches into the cookie jar for a cookie, takes his hand out,covered with pasta sauce]

It's alright. Is she good-looking?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly asked Joey a question about the casting lady's appearance, continuing their discussion about Joey's dilemma regarding the role.


I want you to like her! But if that's too damned difficult for you, then the least you can do is pretend.

Well then, do it better!

Okay, what do you saw I go over there and say how much I like her? (Joey gives him a thumbs up) No-no it'll be good, I can tell her much I've been thinking about her. That I haven't stopped thinking about her since the moment I met her. That I'm so fantastically, over-the-top, wanna-slit-my-own-throat in love with her, that for every minute of every hour of every day I can't believe my own damn bad luck that you met her first!!

joey was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler's long, sarcastic monologue, culminating in a dramatic revelation about his feelings for "her" and Joey's role in it, is a direct and highly emotional response to Joey's previous demands, prompting Joey to react.


(to everyone) Oh my God! He's trapped in an ATM vestibule with Jill Goodacre! (on phone) Chandler, listen. (says something intentionally garbled)

Yeah, like that thought never entered my mind.

OK... my weirdest place would have to be... the women's room on the second floor of the New York CIty public library.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent utterance is a self-contained personal anecdote about his "weirdest place" that does not directly address Chandler or require an immediate response from him.


[slowly lifts coffee cup to his mouth] Ow, ow, ow, ow, ow, ow, ow. [slowly sets the cup back down] Ow, ow, ow, ow, ow. [Joey intercepts the cup and puts it down for him]. She's insane, the woman is insane. It's before work, it's after work, it's during work. She's got me doing butt clenches at my desk. And now, they won't bring me my mail anymore.

The guy still won't put out, huh?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's humorous and misinterpretive comment about "the guy still won't put out" serves as a comedic beat that does not require an immediate verbal response from Chandler.


Are any of you guys free tonight? My boss is hosting this charity event for underprivileged kids and the more people I bring, the better I look. So, Monica? Chandler?

What’s the big deal?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's "What's the big deal?" appears to be a rhetorical question or a general comment expressing her lack of understanding or interest in.


Oh well, I guess Italian isn’t one of the four languages you speak.

Okay. See you guys later.

(whispers to Phoebe and Rachel) Hey, thank you so much. (They both exit.)

No, just a regular old flying dwarf.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe's utterance about a "flying dwarf" is not directed at Joey, and the context indicates Joey has already said his goodbyes and exited the scene with Phoebe and.


No one got me an engagement present.

Okay, here I wish you health and happiness. (She hands Monica a cookie in a plastic baggie.)

monica was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe just directly addressed her and handed her a gift, requiring an acknowledgment.


Oh, what are you going to do, follow me down there?

Well, I’m not going to go now anyway (he goes to sit down).

(handing Joey the bill) Here you go.

Ah, Gunther, I can’t pay for this right now because I’m not working, so I’ve had to cut down on some luxuries like uh, payin’ for stuff.

Well, if you want, you can work here.

Uh, I don’t know. Ya see, it’s just, see I was a regular on a soap opera y’know? And to go from that to this, I just… Plus, I’d have to wait on all my friends.

gunther did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Gunther is an active participant as Joey is directly responding to Gunther's job offer by explaining his personal reservations and the perceived downgrade, which is a reflective statement rather than a direct question requiring an immediate verbal response.


No!! Okay?! Why does everyone keep fixating on that? She didn't know, how should I know?

Sometimes I wish I was a lesbian... (They all stare at him.) Did I say that out loud?

Alright Ross, look. You're feeling a lot of pain right now. You're angry. You're hurting. Can I tell you what the answer is?

joey addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER, as Joey is directly addressing Ross, empathizing with his pain and offering an answer, making the floor open for Ross to respond.


What are they doing out here? The coast’s all the way over there. (Points to the coast, meanwhile there is coast behind him.)

Joey, just ignore the boats all right? We’re not finished with the lesson yet.

Come on Rach, not again. I got it! Okay? Let’s start sailing, and I want to go over there (Points) where that boatload of girls is! (Yelling to them) Yo-ho-ho!

Oh, okay. Is that what you want to do? You wanna go over and give a little shout out to the old, hot chickas? Okay, let’s do that Sailor Joe. Quick question though, (grabs some of the rigging) what’s this called?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly asked Joey a question about the rigging, testing his knowledge after he claimed to understand the lesson, which likely leaves him momentarily stumped and unable to immediately respond.


Now-now, why would you say that Joseph?

I mean come on you guys! My own TV show? I just don’t know if I’m good enough.

Joey, what are you talking about? You’re a terrific actor.

You really think so?

Ugh, how can you even ask that question?!

Yeah, and oh she's really nice too. She taught me all about how to work the cameras, and smell-the-fart acting.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel and Joey are currently engaged in a direct exchange about Joey's acting abilities, with Joey's last utterance continuing his explanation following Rachel's reassurance.


(sarcastically) Yeah. Look Joey, it’s enough all right?! You keep making these stupid jokes and this sleazy innuendoes and it’s—I’m not—it’s just not funny anymore!

All right, I’m sorry. Rach I—Rach I’m sorry. Okay? I’m sorry! Maybe I can make up for it by, taking you roughly in the barn. (Giggles.)

All right! Y’know what? That’s it! You wanna do it?! Let’s do it!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should be silent because Rachel's last utterance is an angry, confrontational declaration directly in response to his inappropriate joke, not an invitation for him to speak further.


(entering) Hello Chandler, lovely day huh? (To Monica) You!

Phoebe if it helps Alexandra has only been massaging Monica for like three years. (Phoebe rolls her eyes and walks away and Monica glares at him.) If! I said, "If it helps!" (Goes to the bedroom.)

Why won’t you let me massage you?

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER because he has physically left the room and Phoebe's question "Why won't you let me massage you?" is directed at Monica, continuing their previous exchange about massages.


I think he's been relaxing enough, thanks to you and Fireball.

Dude, if you think Fireball's relaxing, you've obviously have never played.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross's initial comment about "you and Fireball" directly implicated him, and Joey's subsequent defense of their shared game invites Chandler to contribute to the discussion.


No, sweetie, I-I trust you.

So, if-if I mess this up, there’s nothing else for dessert?

Wow, Monica, I love that, you really have faith in me. Thank you. Technical question, how do you know when uh, the butter’s done?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed her and then asked her a specific technical question about how to know when the butter is done.


Here she comes. Hold on, I’m gonna make your life much easier.

All right, well the place was closed. I’ll just copy it later.

Or not. Uh, Rach, why don’t you just move in with me? (Rachel sighs.)

rachel was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly asked Rachel a question about moving in with him, prompting her to respond to his suggestion.


Yeah. No. And you know what? Nobody even saw!

Honey I swear it we just kissed.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Rachel is directly addressing someone else with a personal reassurance about a kiss, making it a private exchange that does not involve Phoebe.


I like that! (To Phoebe) Oh, okay! Show him your bra! He's afraid of bras! Can't work 'em! (He swiftly rips open the front of Phoebe's dress revealing her bra.)

Joey! (Examining the dress.) Wow, you didn’t rip off any buttons.

It's not my first time.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey's last comment, "It's not my first time," is a direct, playful response to her previous observation about the dress, continuing their immediate interaction.


Phoebe we just saw mine, let me see 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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because she initiated the request for Phoebe to show her something, and Phoebe's most recent utterance is a direct response to that request, presenting a new development that Rachel needs to acknowledge.


Wait! Where’s my shoes?

You, you sure you need shoes? (Chloe nods her head) Okay. (reaches down and picks up a shoe)

Do I know why we’re rushing?

Yeah, y'know the ah, the girlfriend I told you about last night? (He’s frantically throwing the cushions off of the couch looking for her other shoe) Well it turns out she ah, she wants to get back together with me. Oh, I found it!!

That’s so great for you guys!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chloe's appreciative remark, "That’s so great for you guys!", is a concluding acknowledgment of his news about his girlfriend and does not require an immediate verbal response from him.


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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should stay silent because Phoebe's comment "Taffy, really? I’ve never had any" is a general reaction and personal observation rather than a direct question requiring an immediate response from him.


Oh-ho, it'll be back. Oh-ho, there's nobody in the room.

Look, I'm sorry, I thought it looked pretty.

Ross, that was a Halloween costume, unless you would like me to go to this thing as Little Bo Peep.

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him by name and her statement about the Halloween costume is a direct response to his previous comment, requiring him to respond to her correction or suggestion.


Chandler that's crazy! If you give up every time you'd have a fight with someone you'd never be with anyone longer than—Ohhh! (They both realize something there.)

So, this isn't over?

(laughs) You are so cute! No. No, it was a fight. You deal with it and move on! It's nothing to freak out about.

Really? Okay. Great!

Ohh, welcome to an adult relationship! (She goes to kiss him.)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's final statement "Ohh, welcome to an adult relationship!" is immediately followed by her going to kiss him, signaling a shift from verbal exchange to physical intimacy and a conclusion to their discussion.


Okay, cancel backup! Cancel backup!

Ross, didn't you say that there was an elevator in here?

rachel addressed ross, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's direct question to Ross about the elevator makes Ross the addressee, so Phoebe should not interject.


Hey! Oh Joey, honey listen, thank you for talking to my yesterday about that thing with my boss. That really meant a lot.

Not a problem. Oh, and just so you know, that guy’s not going to be bothering you about that baby thing anymore.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's statement about resolving the issue is a concluding remark that doesn't directly prompt a further verbal response from her.


Hey Monica it’s Joey. Listen uh, Phoebe and I smell gas comin’ from your apartment.

What? Are you serious?! (To Chandler) Joey smells gas!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just delivered critical information, and Monica's urgent "What? Are you serious?!" is a direct reaction to his statement that requires a follow-up or confirmation from him.


(excited and clapping her hands in front of her face) Goody, what is it!

Well, there's a spot open for only one groomsman and you have to choose between Ross and Chandler. So good luck with that.

ross was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe's statement directly names him as one of the two options Rachel must choose between for a groomsman, making him central to the dilemma.


Relax. Here hold this (hands her his beer). This old stuff just comes right off. (he bends down to try and lift some tile right in the middle of the floor, in his tight pants.)

That’s a little more than I wanted to see.

(manages to pry off only a small piece) Aw! Look at that, every inch of this stuff is glued down. It’d take forever to pry this up. You should ah, you should just leave it. (starts to walk away, but Monica grabs him)

monica was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey just directly advised her to leave the floor as is, and she physically grabbed him, indicating her intention to respond to his suggestion and continue the interaction.


Really, is he a swimmer?

He's got the body for it.

I like that. (Joey starts laughing) What?

You guys have one of those signs that says 'We don't swim in your toilet, so don't pee in our pool.', you know.

We do not have one of those signs.

Sure you do, it was a gift from me. Oh! And you have these three great kids.

Two girls and a boy?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Monica's question "Two girls and a boy?" is a rhetorical response to his preceding joke about her having three kids, allowing the comedic beat to land without further elaboration.


You said you’d marry Joey?

(Enters) Hey you guys I’m gonna take off. I just wanted to let you guys know, say goodbye.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross should stay silent because Joey's most recent utterance is a general announcement of his departure to "you guys," not a direct response to Ross's previous specific question.


Hey Ross! So listen, about you and the dinosaur girl, are you really just gonna let a couple of Nobel prizes scare you off? What is that, come on, a piece of paper?

Yeah, maybe. I do have my whole career in front of me. I mean, I can still win a Nobel prize. Although the last two papers I've written were widely discredited.

You're so much more than just brains! You're sweet, and kind, and funny...

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe is still elaborating on her supportive statement to him, listing his positive qualities without posing a direct question or prompt for him to speak.


Oh no-no-no, no more offers. You can’t offer anything to us!

Let us keep the apartment and…

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Rachel is in the middle of her utterance, making an offer directly in response to Chandler's previous statement, so he should wait for her to finish.


(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).

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.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey is directly addressing her ("Rach") and offering a resolution to the Hugsy situation that she initiated.


Oh my God, wait did I—I just said Greens don’t quit didn’t I? (Pause) (Angrily) Did I just say Greens don’t quit?!

Yes! Yes! You did and you’re still yelling at me!

No! No! No! I’m not yelling at you, I’m just yelling near you. Oh God Joey, ohh I’m my father. Oh my God, this is horrible! I’ve been trying so hard not to be my mother I did not see this comin’. Oh, Joey, I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. I just wanted you to learn.

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel just directly apologized to him and explained her actions, inviting a response to her emotional outburst.


Shhhhhhhhh!!! (Monica enters) I’m sorry, I thought maybe I’d make some warm milk and it would help me sleep.

With a wok? (Chandler’s holding a wok.) I thought you were going to read my boring book to put you asleep.

It got interesting! Damn you Oprah!

Here, let me make the milk, I’m up anyway.

Hey, y’know what we can do? Y’know, now that we are up? We can just like talk to each other all night long, y’know like we did when we were first going out. It’d be fun!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler just proposed an activity for them, and she might be processing his suggestion before responding.


Oh, I knew something had to be wrong, because my fingernails did not grow at all yesterday.

Yeah, well, I guess they had a fight, and he got drunk....

Oh!! (hits Chandler and Joey in the head) You guys knew about this and you didn’t tell us?!

monica addressed chandler, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Monica's direct accusation and question about knowing information is aimed at Chandler and Joey, not Phoebe.


And this goes for all guys?

All guys that are awake. Then we go to sleep and then all the guys from the other end of the world wake up and behave the exact same way.

(To Ross in the kitchen) All right, it's another commercial; I still haven't told her!

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Joey's most recent utterance is directed specifically to Ross in the kitchen about a new, private topic, shifting the focus away from Chandler's previous conversation with Monica.


This is so cool!

, you must be very proud!

Chandler, she doesn't understand a word of English.

I'm sorry, I thought you were Joey's other grandmother. (She just stares at him.) I've done it again.

She's my biggest fan. Yeah, she's the only one in the family that's believed in me.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a personal reflection about his grandmother's unwavering support, not a direct address to Chandler, allowing Joey to continue expressing his feelings.


Ross, say something. Anything.

So you two are..?

And have you .. ed?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the exchange with Ross, but Ross is still in the middle of his utterance, continuing his question about "you two" and has not yet finished his thought or directed a specific, complete question to Rachel.


(re-entering) I’m gonna start getting ready! (Goes back into her room.)

God! Don’t—We can’t let her start getting ready! This is too awful! Oh God, but wait she’ll be in the gown and then he won’t show up and then she’s gonna have to take off the gown…

Shhh! Stop it! Stop it Rachel! You can’t do this here! (She drags her into the bathroom.)

I’m sorry. I’m sorry. It’s just…It’s just so sad!

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as she has re-entered her room, and Rachel and Phoebe have moved into the bathroom to have a private discussion about her.


(to Ross) Don’t try to sway her. (To Monica) (Softly) I’m your only chance to have a baby. Okay, let’s go.

We’ll each tell you how we came up with the joke and then you decide which one of us is telling the truth—me.

Okay, Chandler, you go first.

Okay, I thought of the joke two months ago at lunch with Steve.

Oh, wait, is he the guy I met at Christmas?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly asked him a clarifying question about "Steve," the person Chandler just mentioned in his explanation.


I mean you definitely should do that.

Y'know what, I should do it.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant, but Bonnie's statement "Y'know what, I should do it" is a self-affirmation that concludes the immediate exchange about her decision, rather than an invitation for further comment from Rachel.


(To Chandler) How could you tell her?!

I had too okay?! We’re getting married! Married couples can’t keep secrets from one another!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler's last utterance was a direct and defensive response to Ross's previous question, inviting a follow-up or counter-argument.


(glaring at her) Well, Monica and Chandler can’t go. We’re going to dinner remember?!

What’s the big deal?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and while Monica's "What's the big deal?" directly questions his previous statement, it functions more as a rhetorical challenge or a general protest,.


Just let her serve the beef-custard thing?

Yeah, it’ll be like a funny Thanksgiving story!

Joey, God, your apartment is like a hundred degrees!

rachel addressed joey, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Rachel directly addressed Joey and shifted the topic to the temperature of his apartment, making the exchange between them.


This guy could be my baby’s stepfather!

They go on one date and you’re worried about them getting married?! He’s not you!

Well Ross, what did you think she was gonna do?

I don’t know! I guess I just can’t believe any of this is happening.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross's last utterance was a direct, emotional response to Joey's previous question, inviting Joey to continue the discussion or react to Ross's disbelief.


Oh, oh Ross, oh my God, are you okay?

SON OF A BITCH! (turns to his right to see three kids staring at him)    (To the     kids) Oh relax! I didn't say the 'F' word! (They go away)

Ross, see! I told you, those swings are evil! Alright, that is it.    That is     the last time Emma is getting on one of those things for her entire life.

No! No, no, no, no, okay, it wasn't the swing's fault. It was my fault    and kind     of that (point to the kid that kicked him) kids fault. Who is still laughing.    Nice.

Ross, c'mon, please. Can we just get out of here, before somebody else    gets     hurt?

No wait, okay, okay, I have an idea. I want you to get on the swing,    okay? And     you'll see that there's nothing to be afraid of.

(looks at him suspiciously) I know what this is all about... You've    always been     jealous of my hair.

Look, I just think you're an adult, okay? And you should get over your    silly     fears.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just made a declarative statement to Rachel about her being an adult and needing to get over her fears, which does not directly solicit an immediate verbal response from her.


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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should speak because Rachel directly addressed him with a calming reassurance in response to his emotional plea, which he may wish to acknowledge or clarify.


Yeah, sure, right! Like I've ever been in Rachel Green's room.

Ok I gotta tell ya, it's really weird when you use my whole name.

You had a rough day, uh?

Yeah, just so weird seeing him like that, you know? I mean he is a doctor, you don't expect doctors to get sick!

But we do! (pause) It's gonna be ok, Rach!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just offered her a comforting and reassuring statement that doesn't demand an immediate verbal reply.


What? They will be!

All right, that’s it, I’m getting out of here.

No, no, no, no! Ross, wait! Come on! You know, there’s other stuff. Here’s a nice shirt, look at these nice pants...

Uh, actually these might look pretty good on me.

Yes, they will! You know what you should do? Just go take a walk, all right? I know your size and I’m... I’m gonna pick up some really good stuff for you.

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Ross, giving him instructions and making a promise to pick out clothes for him, continuing their private exchange.


You'd better get back in that kitchen Monica, the garlic is not gonna overuse itself.

Ok, you have to stop playing now.

Why? The only person my playing is bothering is you!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica should speak because Phoebe directly challenged her previous command ("Why?") and explicitly stated that Monica is the only one bothered by her playing, requiring a direct response.


Not that, this, US. Oh my God, Ross, you-re, you're, it's jus-, you-, ever sin- you been here.

Ow, ow, OK. Alright, alright, Mon, Mon, you've gone ultrasonic again, alright.

I just can't stand you being here all the time.

Why, why, why can't you stand me being here? I don't, I, we're just, ya know, we're just havin' fun.

Fun? Fun, you think this is fun?

Yeah, c'mon I mean I though, you know, I thought we're just foolin' around. Like when, uh, when we were kids.

Ross, I hated you when we were kids.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica just delivered a harsh, declarative statement directly to him, which doesn't explicitly invite an immediate verbal response but rather lands as a strong emotional declaration.


Oh, that’s uh, that’s pretty nice but I’m gonna go with the one I picked first.

Oh my God Chandler, the one you picked is gone. It’s over!

They put you in jail?

The little jail between the doors!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant in the exchange with Phoebe, but Phoebe's last utterance is a clarification of her previous statement, directly responding to Chandler's question, which doesn't require an immediate verbal follow-up from him.


Oh, I’m Ross. I’m Ross. I’m too good for the Hut; I’m too good for the Hut.

Look, I gotta go pick up Ben. Everything so far sounds great Joey, just remember to keep it on the mellow side, okay? Just a couple of guys hanging out playing poker, no-no strippers or anything okay?

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross directly addressed Joey, gave him instructions for the poker game, and ended with a question ("okay?") that prompts a response from Joey.


I’m sorry, I’m with a client right now.

Okay, let’s talk outside.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe's statements, "I’m sorry, I’m with a client right now" and "Okay, let’s talk outside," are directed at him and his group, signaling an end to their current interaction.


‘em—Now, I have you. (Monica glares at him.) Not-not that I think that I have you or think of you as property in any sort of way, I see women…

Stop it Chandler. (Chandler is relieved) I’m sorry too.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Monica's direct command "Stop it Chandler" followed by her apology indicates a desire to conclude the current contentious exchange, making it appropriate for him to cease speaking.


Okay, you look in the kitchen, I will look in the back closet.

I can save you time ladies, I’m right here.

Yeah, Chandler why don’t you take a walk? This doesn’t concern you.

chandler was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed him by name and told him to leave, prompting a response to her dismissal.


He just said, "No strippers."

Oh, I chose not to hear that.

Look what I got! Look what I got! Look what I got! (She shows Rachel what she bought. She bought a little leather jacket and a little cowboy outfit for the babies.) Can you believe they make these for little people?

monica addressed rachel, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Monica has initiated a new topic by showing Rachel baby clothes and directly addressing her with a question, shifting the focus away from Chandler and Joey's previous discussion.


I need something sweet.

Does anyone wanna watch TV?

Monica your remote doesn't work.

phoebe addressed monica, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Phoebe is directly addressing Monica about the remote, making Joey a bystander in this exchange as his earlier comment about needing something sweet was not picked up.


I don't want to be single, okay? I just... I just- I just wanna be married again!

And I just want a million dollars! (He extends his hand hopefully.)

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Chandler's humorous, sarcastic comment is a direct response to Ross's lament about wanting to be married again, not an open invitation for Monica to interject.


I put it on to scare Chandler!

If you win, we give up the birds.

But if we win, we get your apartment.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant as Chandler has just finished stating the high stakes of the proposed bet directly to him, which may leave Joey momentarily speechless or in thought.


Chloe, Chloe how’s it coming?!!

(entering from bedroom) Hey, what kind of puppy do you think I should get?

Umm, oh, hey, I don’t know. How about a big one?

Explanation: Chloe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross just responded to her question about what kind of puppy she should get with a suggestion, which does not require an immediate follow-up from her.


You were not supposed to hear that! I said that behind you back!

What if I have babies, okay? I mean I’m gonna look different. I’m okay with that, but I’m not sure that you are!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica is directly addressing him and his potential feelings about her appearance after having babies, requiring his response to her concern.


Staying out of the way.

This is impossible Monica, why don’t you just pick all 15? (Hands back the paper.)

There were only twelve.

Oh yeah, I added three.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Joey and Monica are engaged in a direct back-and-forth about the number of items on the paper, and Chandler is not addressed.


(turning all the way around, and still not facing Chandler) Yeah, you are! (Starts dancing.) I scared you!

(laughing) You did look like an idiot.

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER as Joey and Chandler are engaged in a direct, playful exchange about Joey's dancing that does not involve him.


What? (Motions for Phoebe to go outside with him.) Oh my God! She-she thinks we’re engaged! Why? Why? Why would she think we’re engaged?!

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?

But you were going to propose?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an active participant in the direct exchange with Phoebe, but Phoebe is asking a rapid series of follow-up questions, processing the situation aloud, which might lead to a.


(yelling to Monica)They're towing your car, they're towing your car!!

I'm parked in a garage on Morton!

(sounding panicky)Oh my god Ross! You don't have Emma! And Rachel you don't have Emma! (Starts yelling) Where's Emma? Who has Emma!?

joey addressed rachel, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Joey's panicked questions about Emma are directed at Ross and Rachel, not her.


Oh my God! Was she old? Does she have a view?

Well I don’t know, but how-how great would that be huh? You living in my building. I could help take care of the baby. I can come over whenever I want. (Rachel looks at him.) With your permission.

Yeah that would really be great.

Well can we see it?! Oh maybe we shouldn’t. I mean if she just died this morning out of respect.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's question "Well can we see it?!" and subsequent consideration about respecting the deceased woman directly involves Ross in the decision-making process about viewing the apartment.


I guess you can get back to deciding on what to get me for a present! (Runs out.)

(To Phoebe, after Monica’s gone) We have to get her a present?!

Okay but look! Look at what I got! It’s her address book! (Holds it up.) We have a guest list!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because she initiated the current exchange with Phoebe about getting Monica a present, and Phoebe's last utterance directly addresses that topic by presenting a solution for a guest list.


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.)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe's warning about Monica's packing jobs is directed at "the guys," prompting their physical action of scrambling for the door rather than a verbal reply.


: Well, I'm not proud of it, but, you know… sometimes when I was living on the street and I needed money for food and stuff I…

) Phoebe, that is awful!

: Well, ok, I wasn't rich like you guys, ok, I didn't eat gold and have a flying pony… I had a hard life, my mother was killed by a drug dealer…

: You're mother killed herself!

: She was a drug dealer!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe is currently responding to Monica's previous interjection about her mother's death, providing further context and explanation for her statement.


I can’t believe they-they didn’t even tell us!

in the attic!

Explanation: BYSTANDER, Phoebe's utterance is a direct response to Ross, continuing their exchange about something "in the attic" without involving Joey.


How is that important?

Apparently, there’s like a million guys out there that can play Mac, and there’s only this one robot and this one guy who controls it! I didn’t know he could get me fired! What am I going to do?

Well y’know Joey, you’re a pretty charming guy.

Thanks, but I kinda have a problem to deal with here.

No sweetie, you’ve got to win over the guy that controls C.H.E.E.S.E.! You’ve got to kiss some serious robot ass!

That’s not a bad idea. Yeah. Okay, but if I got to turn on the charm tomorrow I’m not wasting anymore of it over here with you guys. (Starts to leave, but stops and turns to Phoebe.) Well, actually I got a little bit saved for you Pheebs. (Exits.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's final utterance was directed at Phoebe as he exited the scene, concluding his participation in the conversation.


(entering) Hey Ross? Umm, I just ran into Caitlin in the hallway and-and uh, you must be getting better at this flirting stuff than I thought.

What do you mean?

Well, I don't get it, but she wanted me to give you her phone number. (Hands him the slip of paper with the phone number on it.)

And she just gave you this?

Rach, thanks but uh, I don't need you doing me any favors.

I-I-I didn't! I didn't! She thought you were cute.

Well that I can believe.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's statement "Well that I can believe" is a concluding remark that acknowledges her previous comment and doesn't require a further response from her.


Oh-oh, yeah, and did he also say that ah, some of the dialogue was corny and that he actually found it was funny and not sexy?

Yeah, he likes porn.

I’m going to find out if he really thinks supermodels are too skinny. (As she exits, Phoebe enters.) Hey, Pheebs!

rachel addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler was an active participant in the previous discussion with Joey, but Rachel's subsequent statement about supermodels and her exit, followed by greeting Phoebe, shifts the focus away from Chandler and the prior topic.


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?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the previous exchange with Phoebe about not getting the tattoo, and Phoebe's last utterance is a direct response to Rachel's complaint and includes a question.


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?

Oh, no, no, no, I will! I just want to butter her up, first! You know, I’m going to take her to an amazing Valentine’s dinner. Do all this romantic stuff, and then, just when she thinks I’m the best boyfriend in the world, then I’m going to tell her that my pregnant ex-girlfriend is living with me.

If I haven’t said it before she’s a lucky, lucky lady! So, where are you going to—what the mother of crap is up with this stuff? (Referring to the taffy, which she’s been chewing this whole time.) Oh, God. Is it gum, is it food? What’s the deal? (she swallows it, finally) Oh, it’s nice! May I try a pink one?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe has shifted her focus entirely to a self-contained commentary about the taffy she is eating, asking rhetorical questions and making observations that do not require a direct response from him.


Joey, Emma's right here! You promised not to bring girls home in the middle of the day anymore.

No, no, it's not a girl, it's...  a brand new Hugsy!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the complaint to Joey about bringing girls home, and Joey's most recent utterance was a direct response to her accusation, requiring her follow-up.


It’s not in the apartment? (Monica gives a ‘Come on’ look) Oh no. I can’t believe this is happening again.

What are you talking about?

I’m sorry, I-I-I-I don’t live here anymore. I-I didn’t know how to tell you, but y'know everybody else knows!

That was supposed to be a good thing, I forget why. Just listen, Monica, I, do you know, okay, do you know, I couldn’t sleep for like a month because I got like a dot of ink on one of the sofa cushions.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Phoebe is currently in the middle of a detailed explanation and confession directly addressed to Monica, making it Phoebe's turn to continue speaking.


You got it.

Joey, what are you doing?

Just being friendly. (He gives Monica a ‘what’s wrong with you?’ look and proceeds to walk behind the counter.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey has directly answered her question and then physically disengaged by walking behind the counter, signaling the end of that particular exchange.


It was really fun being married to you tonight.

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

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross directly responded to her previous statement about their shared experience, making it her turn to continue the exchange.


I don't want to be single, okay? I just... I just- I just wanna be married again!

And I just want a million dollars! (He extends his hand hopefully.)

Oh God Monica hi! I just went to your building and you weren't there and then this guy with a big hammer said you might be here and you are, you are!

Okay, everybody, this is Rachel, another Lincoln High survivor. (To Rachel) This is everybody, this is Chandler, and Phoebe, and Joey, and- you remember my brother Ross?

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Monica is introducing Rachel to the group and identifying Chandler as one of the members, but she is speaking directly to Rachel, not engaging Chandler in conversation.


(to the new Hugsy) You're not the same!

You know, it's a lot less surprising to do that after I've buzzed you into the building.

So Phoebe, why are there men's shoes by the door.

Those are my shoes.

Oh, when you get over this breakup we need to go shopping.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Monica's most recent comment about shopping is directed at Phoebe, continuing their private exchange about Phoebe's shoes and breakup, which does not involve Joey.


Ross good, I'm uh glad you're here. I wanna talk to you about something.

Wow, uh, Joey that's-that's great. Thanks man.

That's it? You're-you're gonna let me do this?! This-this is my career we're talking about here!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's emotional outburst is a reaction to Ross's previous statement, expressing his frustration rather than directly soliciting an immediate verbal response from Ross.


Yeah, Chandler finds me so intimdating that it’s better if we’re on the same team.

No ah, hold on a second Joe, where do Dutch people come from?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly addressed him as "Joe" and asked him a question about the origin of Dutch people.


And this girl is making eyes at Chandler, okay? So after awhile he-he goes over to her and uh, after a minute or two, I see them kissing. Now, I know what you’re thinking, Chandler’s not the type of guy who just goes to bars and makes out with girls, and you’re right, Chandler’s not the type of guy who just goes to bars and makes out with…girls.

In my defense, it was dark and he was a very pretty guy.

Oh Mon, I laughed so hard…

Ho-ho, so hard we had to throw out your underwear again?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler just delivered a direct, humorous jab at Ross, creating a moment for the joke to land or for others to react before Ross continues.


Ok, all right. We want to hear everything. Monica, get the wine and unplug thephone. Rachel, does this end well or do we need to get tissues?

Oh, it ended very well.

Ok, all right, let's hear about the kiss. Was it like, was it like a soft brushagainst your lips? Or was it like a, you know, a "I gotta have you now" kind ofthing?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe's questions about "the kiss" are directed at the story Rachel is telling, making her the primary person to provide the requested details.


So I got ya something. [tosses Joey a bag of plastic spoons]

These'll go great in my new place. You know, 'till I get real ones.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey's last utterance is a direct acknowledgment and appreciation of Chandler's gift, which concludes the immediate exchange about the spoons without requiring a further verbal response from Chandler.


Well, I am drinking lots of cups of coffee because I’m exhausted! Because Joey started snoring!

(proudly) Oh, you should here me.

It’s not something to be proud of, okay? You have to go to a sleep clinic!

Look, I told ya, I’m not going to any clinic! I don’t have a problem, you’re the one with the problem! You should go to a "Quit being a baby and leave me alone" clinic!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's last utterance is a direct, dismissive retort to Chandler, explicitly telling him to "leave me alone," which signals an attempt to end the discussion.


You’re kidding! And he plays rugby?! That’s so funny. (Realises) Ohh! I see how you did that. All right.

of me playing rugby with him was like hilarious. So I’m gonna show her how tough I really am!

(starts laughing, Ross stares at her) I’m sorry. I’m sorry. You’re right, you are a tough guy. You’re the toughest palaeontologist I know.

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel's teasing comment is directed solely at Ross, continuing their private, playful exchange.


Wow! How do you know how to do that?!

That’s what I do now.

Hey Joey, come taste this.

What is it?

Remember that guy that gave me a bad review? Well… (Feeds him a spoonful of what she’s cooking.) I’m getting my revenge!

You cooked him?

No. He teaches a course on food criticism at the New School, so before we go to the movies I wanna go by there and make him try my bouillabaisse again. Oh, I cannot wait to read the front page of the Post tomorrow! "Restaurant reviewer admits I was wrong about Monica."

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Monica is directly responding to Joey's question and continuing her explanation of her revenge plan to him, making it an exchange between them.


Well, I’m not really in a sexy mood right now.

How long it took to go back in the water?

Chandler, we can’t let this tape wreck Valentine’s Day!

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed him by name and made a statement about the tape wrecking Valentine's Day, which calls for his response.


All right Rock, Paper, Scissors who has to tell the whore to leave! (Joey smirks.) What?

I miss this.

I don’t think we’ve actually done this before!

No, I-I miss hanging out with you.

Not like we used to. Remember? You and me used to be inseparable. Y’know now it’s like…things are different.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is expressing a personal and reflective sentiment about their changing friendship directly to Chandler, which doesn't pose a direct question or demand an immediate verbal response.


(to Lauren) In a minute!!

So this is it? Victor?

Yeah, I guess it is. (sees Kate is watching, he turns Lauren so that he can talk directly to Kate, but still look like he is talking to Lauren) Listen, I ah, I gotta say good bye, and-and I gotta say it quick ‘cause this is killing me. One thing you gotta know, is that I will never forget you. But, you’ve got things you have to do now, and so do I. And so… I’m gonna get on this spaceship, (smoke starts pouring in from the ceiling, and a ladder comes down, with flashing, colored lights on the side of it) and I’m gonna go to Blargon 7 in search of alternative fuels. But when I return, 200 years from now, you’ll be long gone. But I won’t have aged at all. (gets on the ladder) So you tell your great-great-granddaughter to look me up, because Adrienne, baby, I’m gonna want to meet her.

So long, Vic! (waving good bye as the ladder retracts)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Lauren's "So long, Vic!" is a final farewell as Joey is physically departing on the retracting ladder, concluding their dramatic goodbye exchange.


It's a traditional Mexican custard dessert...Look talk to Monica, she's on the food committee.

Ok people, I want you to take a piece of paper, here you go, and write down your most embarassing memory. Oh, and I do ask that when you're not using the markers, you put the caps back on them because they will dry out.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica has shifted the topic to give general instructions to "Ok people" about writing down embarrassing memories and marker usage, rather than responding to Chandler's previous comment about dessert.


for dancing. Wait, that was from my sixth grade wedding.

Well, you couldn’t get them anyway. Ian doesn’t plan anymore and Derrick… (Off of Rachel and Monica’s looks) And Derrick is a name I shouldn’t know.

rachel was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly acknowledged her non-verbal reaction ("Off of Rachel and Monica’s looks") and his subsequent humorous confession invites a response from her.


! Hey, so tell me about this Jane Eyre woman.

No! You should've read it yourself!

Come on Phoebe! Don’t be such a goodie-goodie!

phoebe was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel directly addressed her, challenging her previous refusal to discuss Jane Eyre, which creates an expectation for Phoebe to respond.


Uh, absolutely, yeah, sEnd her in. (Monica enters) Hi.

What the hell is this? (holding up the check)

Hang on a second. (to the employees) I’ll-I’ll talk to you in the morning. (turns two of the three off) I’m sorry what?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Pete directly asked her "I'm sorry what?" in response to her initial question, indicating he is ready to engage with her.


They went in together. So sorry.

Oh my God! Oh my God that’s awful! What did you think of the house?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica directly asked Joey for his opinion on the house, expecting a response.


(quietly) Bye, fat ass.

ALL RIGHT!! Phoebe now come on! Will you please tell me what it is I did that mad you so mad at me!

I don't know! I don't remember!

Well if you can't remember, can't we just forget about this?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just directly asked her if they can forget about the issue, which invites her to respond to his suggestion.


You obviously haven't tasted my Palmolive potatoes!

Hey! Hey, guess what Joey has!

ross addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just introduced a new topic centered on Joey, creating an expectation for someone to guess or for Ross to elaborate, rather than a direct response to Chandler's previous statement.


Hey you guys I'm gonna go out and take a walk.

Phoebe, why is your bag moving?

Oh, it's not!

It's just my knitting that's all! (A dog sticks its head out of Phoebe's bag. Everyone looks puzzled.) Yes! I knit this. I'm very good.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the exchange about Phoebe's bag, but Phoebe's most recent utterance is a general, humorous explanation to the group after the dog reveal, not a direct address or question prompting Ross for a response.


NO! THEY'RE DOING IT!!!

Yes, I know! And Joey knows! But Ross doesn't know so you have to stop screaming!!

(entering) What's going on?

Nothing! Oh God, we're just so excited that you want to get this apartment!

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Ross, explaining the situation to him, making it a private exchange between them.


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, as Joey has shifted the topic to serving dessert and is directly addressing Rachel, not Chandler.


I, um, can't tell you.

Joey, what's going on?

OK, you've got to promise that you'll never, ever tell Ross that I told you.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey has just directly addressed her, asking for a serious promise, and she is likely taking a moment to consider the implications before giving her word.


I can't believe we are at a real college party! (Rachel laughs excitedly) I have to pee so bad!

I know. But if some guy who looks like Corey Haim wants to kiss me tonight, I'm sooo gonna let them! (They spot Chandler)

Look, there's Chandler. You knew, that stupid friend of Ross'. Said I'm fat. You know I've already lost 4 pounds!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica just shared a personal complaint about Chandler directly with her, inviting a response or shared commiseration.


Forget it! Okay, I’m not giving up my bachelor pad for some basketball seats!

Have you even had a girl up here?

No. But uh, Joey has, and I usually talk to them in the morning time.

chandler addressed joey, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler just directly answered her question about having girls up to his apartment, providing the information she requested.