Yeah, and you have nothing to worry about 'cos they're all crap!

Those are my gifts, I got them for you.

Ohhh. Thanks Chandler they're great!

Those are book ends! That's a great gift!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler's last utterance directly clarifies and defends the gifts he gave her, inviting her to respond to his explanation.


Phoebe, are you, are you mad at me, or something? 'Cause if are please, tell me what it is I did!

Well, if you don't know I can't help you.

Well, whatever it is I'm-I'm very, very sorry. Okay?

Okay. So we're, we're good?

All right. (Gets up.) I'll uh, I'll see you later, okay?

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's final utterance "I'll see you later, okay?" is a closing statement indicating his departure, not an invitation for her to continue the discussion about their conflict.


Oh what, my whole insane jealousy thing? Well, y'know, as much fun as that was, I've decided to opt for sanity.

Oh yeah, c'mon, I'm movin' on. He can press her up against that window as much as he wants. For all I care, he can throw her through the damn thing.

Oh, Monica, I figured I'd come by tomorrow morning and pick up Fluffy's old cat toy, OK?

Only if you say his full name.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Monica's playful demand about saying the cat's full name is a direct response to Ross's request to pick up Fluffy's old cat toy, not involving Rachel.


No. No, I just think that maybe I-I'd heard it somewhere before. (Sits down rubbing his temple.)

Oh really! Where? Somewhere funny I'd bet! (Chandler is straining to keep quiet as Phoebe enters.)

phoebe was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER who just entered the room, creating a natural opportunity for her to acknowledge her presence or join the conversation, especially as Chandler is straining to keep quiet after Joey's last remark.


Chandler was totally flirting with the hot delivery girl!

Thank you for that! (To Monica) I was not flirting.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should stay silent because Chandler's denial was explicitly directed to Monica, shifting the immediate conversational turn to her.


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

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

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

ross addressed monica, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's "Oh bloody hell" is an exclamation of annoyance upon seeing Monica and Rachel, not an address that requires a response from Rachel.


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 because Rachel just directly accused her of breaking her seashell lamp, prompting a response from Monica.


Phoebe, it's not about quantity.

Well...it's not about quality.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe's last utterance directly counters Monica's previous statement, continuing their ongoing debate.


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?

(gasps) Oh God, you saw me?! Oh!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's gasps and exclamations of "Oh God, you saw me?!" are a direct, shocked reaction to Ross's previous statement, indicating she is processing the revelation and it is not his turn to speak.


are stealing her thunder. (To Monica) Which we are not!

Well, we’re still talking about it, aren’t we?

Monica-Monica-Monica-Monica, listen-listen, listen, listen, would-would it make you feel better if we all stop talking about Ross and Rachel.

joey addressed monica, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent utterance directly addresses Monica with a question, making it Monica's turn to respond.


Ooh! So now why can't we tell Chandler?

I know. Can you believe it? One year ago today I was just your annoying friend Chandler.

annoying friend Chandler.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's utterance "annoying friend Chandler" is a direct echo of Chandler's previous statement, not a new turn requiring a response from him.


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

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

Rach, she's not going to remember this.

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

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's sudden outburst and subsequent self-justification, "They have to learn!", is not a direct address or question inviting him to speak, despite her looking at him.


Hey, Rachel, Can-can I see you for a sec?

What? Yes, I am!

Ok, then, why are you... (she opens her robe revealing a nice black dress) all dressed up??

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica just asked Rachel a direct question about why she is dressed up, requiring a response from Rachel.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross initiated a plea for help and an open-ended question to the group, and while Monica offered a suggestion, the floor remains open for other participants like Rachel to contribute.


My surprise party!

What surprise party?

Oh stop it. Joey already told me.

Hey, don't look at me. This is Ross's thing.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a defensive response directed at Monica, shifting blame to Ross, which does not address Phoebe or require her input.


I think they're very nice.

I like them a lot.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a general discussion where Rachel and Monica have just offered their opinions, making it an appropriate turn for him to contribute his own.


Monica had lunch with Richard.

You're right. I'm sorry. I should've told you.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica has just apologized directly to Phoebe, acknowledging Phoebe's previous statement, which creates a natural pause for Phoebe to process the apology.


(taps chandler on the arm) You can go.

Really? You're gonna be okay?

Yeah, I'll be fine. You know, maybe I'll stay here and practice the    art of seduction.

You're gonna put on sweats and clean, aren't you?

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's last utterance is a rhetorical observation about her true intentions, which doesn't require a verbal response.


Mail call, Rachel Green, bunk seven.

Thank you. (Examines it) Oh, cool! Free sample of coffee!

Oh good! 'Cause where else would we get any?

What is it?

Country club newsletter. My mother sends me the engagement notices for 'inspiration.' Oh my God! Oh my God, it's Barry and Mindy!

Barry who you almost...?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's incomplete question "Barry who you almost...?" is a rhetorical prompt for Rachel to continue her reaction or story about Barry, rather than a direct question requiring an immediate verbal answer.


(to his team) All right, huddle up, right over here.

Wait for me! Wait for me! Wait for me! Oh cool, this is my first huddle.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he is part of the team Joey called to huddle, but Phoebe's exclamation is a self-directed expression of excitement about joining the huddle and does not invite a direct response from Chandler.


(shakes her head) Alright, alright look, just uh... just try to remember how  you felt when you were in love, and think about that when you're playing the scene.

(approvingly) Oh! ok, yeah, I think I can do that. Yeah ok, there's this party scene coming up.. and Olivia and her husband are there and all Drake wants to do is grab her and kiss her, but he can't... And that makes me think about all those times when I wanted to grab you and kiss you, but you didn't know so I would just pretend everything was cool, but really, it was killing me.

(looks touched) Joey, you never..you never talked about that before...

Well.. hey, you know what else I could use? There's a scene where Drake sneaks into Olivia's bedroom, and she doesn't know he's there - which never happened with us! And he knows he shouldn't be there, but he just wants to look at her... you know? (In a romantic voice) And I remember all those mornings before you even put on your make-up, when I would think to myself, my God, she...is... beautiful... (Rachel looks very moved) and it hurts so much, cuz I knew I could never tell you (pauses, while looking at her with sentiment) but it was worth it just to be there looking at you.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey just delivered a deeply personal and emotional confession of his love for her, directed entirely at Rachel, which requires a moment for her to process rather than an immediate verbal response.


In the future, when a girl asks for some ill-advised sympathy sex... just do it. (she smiles fakely at him)

(half amused) Wait, wait, (looks around a little) You're mad at me about last night? I was just trying to do the right thing.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross's question "You're mad at me about last night?" directly addresses her, seeking clarification on her previous statement and feelings.


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

Phoebe, I thought your dad was in prison.

No, that's my stepdad. My real dad's the one that ran out on us before I was born.

How have you never been on Oprah?

[showing her pictures] OK, look, see, this is him. My mother gave me this picture before she died, same guy.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe is currently showing pictures and providing evidence to Rachel about her father, making it Phoebe's turn to present information.


(disinterested) Hey-yeah. (He hurries up to the counter.) Hey Gunther, can I have a scone please? (To the gang.) Wanna hear some good news? Someone I know is getting married! Yeah! And weddings are happy occasions! Oh, by-the-by it's my ex-wife Emily!

Here's your scone.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross has just received the scone he requested from Gunther, completing that transactional exchange, and the conversational focus is now implicitly on the gang's reaction to his earlier announcement about Emily.


that she put me in charge of cups and ice.

Y'know I rued the day once…didn't get a whole lot else done.

Okay, time to bring up the rest of the cups. (She goes and opens the door to Joey.) Oh, hi Joey!

joey was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe has just opened the door and directly greeted him, prompting a response.


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

That’s what I do now.

Hey Joey, come taste this.

What is it?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated an interaction with Joey, and Joey's most recent utterance "What is it?" is a direct question to her, requiring a response to continue the exchange.


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

And you just get to be cool Aunt Phoebe!

Cool Aunt Phoebe. I am pretty cool!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the "Cool Aunt Phoebe" comment to Phoebe, and Phoebe's most recent utterance was a direct response to Rachel's statement, inviting Rachel to continue the playful exchange.


Oh Monica, listen, I ah, I saw down at the hardware store, they got those designer tiles on sale. If you ever want to redo the bathroom floor.

Why, what’s wrong with my bathroom floor?

Nothing. It’s just old and dingy, that’s all.

I highly doubt that. (they both go to the bathroom)

Oh yeah. If you ah, move your hamper, you see what color the tile used to be. (Monica gasps) Yeah.

I can’t live like this! What are we gonna do? What are we gonna do?

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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant, but Monica's comment "That’s a little more than I wanted to see" is a reaction to his physical action of bending down, not a direct question or prompt for him to speak, suggesting he should continue his task.


Couldn't you just stay like this forever? (His eyes snap open.) Chandler! Couldn't you just stay here forever?

Yeah, here, somewhere else, y'know where-where ever. (Gets up.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica initiated the direct question to Chandler, and his vague response followed by him getting up creates an opening for her to follow up or react to his actions.


And they knew about it?

(pause as she considers it) Okay, well Ross, what is this really about?

Look, this is my home and I want to be able to come and go whenever I want!

Okay, I will find someplace else to do the rest of my appointments. I just don’t know what the big deal is!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe's last statement, "I just don’t know what the big deal is!", directly responds to Ross's previous complaint and invites him to further explain his perspective in their ongoing disagreement.


Oh, I’ve been there. Yeah, I am gonna go drive my Porsche. (Starts to leave.)

Joey, you know you don’t actually have one.

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica directly addressed Joey and challenged his previous statement about owning a Porsche, prompting a response.


Of course it was! Trust me, when it comes to psychology I know what I'm talking about. I took two psych classes in college.

You took the same class twice.

Here, Monica, look what I got to wear when I play at the restaurant (she dons a top hat) uh, huh wait! (she raises a pair of spectacles to her eyes) Right? I mean, this might even class up the ballad of the uncircumcised man.

Oh...Phoebe? Maybe I wasn't clear before. I really love listening to your music here, but my restaurant is sort of an upscale place.

Right, yeah, ok, I'll ask the butler to fetch my diamonds out of the vault.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe's sarcastic remark about fetching diamonds is a concluding response to Monica's concern about the restaurant's upscale nature, not an invitation for Monica to elaborate further.


That ring? When my grandmother first came to this country, that ring and the clothes on her back were all she had with her.

So you might say, the ring is irreplaceable? (Gives Joey a little squeeze.)

joey was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly engaged him with a sarcastic rhetorical question and a physical squeeze, inviting a response.


You two will have very hairy children.

Okay, I didn't know you would say that.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as the lighthearted group exchange between Phoebe and Ross about a humorous observation creates an opening for Joey to interject with a comment or reaction.


Well, last time I almost got fired. You must end it, you must end it now!

Oh, come on! It’s not like this is an everyday occurrence for me! I mean usually I’m pretty much just in there by myself.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just made a strong demand to Chandler, and Chandler's subsequent defensive response invites her to continue the exchange.


No well, no it's not that bad, y'know? I mean yeah, my tongue feels a little fuzzy and these fingers sort of smell, I actually feel like I can throw up.

Okay, but you gotta push past this because it is about to get so good!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's general encouraging statement, "it is about to get so good!", invites a reaction or shared anticipation from anyone in the group.


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

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

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just told Joey he had to drive her cab back, and Joey directly responded to her by asking her to come with him.


You two will have very hairy children.

Okay, I didn't know you would say that.

All right, hold on! Hold on. Hold on. This is Ross, okay? He's our friend. He obviously went crazy. He obviously lost his mind.

lose my mind! Okay, Janice and I have a lot in common! We've-we've both been divorced. We-we both have kids.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he just accused Ross of losing his mind, and Ross is now directly responding to that accusation by defending his relationship with Janice and elaborating on their commonalities.


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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe directly addressed Ross and answered his repeated question about why someone would think they're engaged, prompting a direct response from him.


Joey, that is not gonna work.

No seriously... I'm really wedged in here.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey is currently elaborating on his predicament, so Monica should allow him to finish his explanation.


Open with a joke? It’s a university, not a comedy club!

talking about Chuckles University?!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's humorous interjection about "Chuckles University" creates an opening for her to contribute to the lighthearted exchange.


(happily) I’m off the list. (Sits on the couch.)

(sits next to him) Phoebe, it’s okay that you don’t want me to be your girlfriend because I have the best boyfriend.

(to Monica) Y’know, suddenly I find you very attractive.

Wow! That is a bad audition.

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Chandler is a bystander as Phoebe's comment "Wow! That is a bad audition" is a general observation following her playful exchange with Monica, and is not directed at him.


Yes, every single one of them.

Phoebe, you're gonna be with your grandma?

Yes, and her boyfriend. But we're celebrating Thanksgiving in December 'cause he is lunar.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER, as Monica directly addressed Phoebe about her Thanksgiving plans, and Phoebe is currently elaborating on her answer to Monica's question.


And, ah, you know, your fooling around with her. And you get all these like, mental images in your brain, you know, like Elle MacPherson, or that girl at the Xerox place....

With the belly-button ring? Oh, muhawa!

I know, And then all of the sudden your Mom pops into your head. And your like 'Mom, get outta here!' You know, but of course, like, after that you can't possibly think of anything else, and you can't, you know, stop what your doing. So it's kinda like, you're, you know. You know...(Ross just stares at him). You don't know!

ross was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly addresses him with "You don't know!" after Ross stares at him, prompting a verbal reaction.


Diagnostician or boo-boo fixer?

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

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him with a strong suggestion about his health, requiring a response.


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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, because Rachel directly addressed Ross and continued the discussion about the swings and Emma, inviting his response to her strong declaration.


She’s mad because I know today’s her laundry day and that means she’s wearing her old lady underpants.

I can check that for ya.

I just—I can’t believe that you think that you and Chandler know me and Rachel better than we know you.

monica addressed chandler, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's statement is directed at "you and Chandler," challenging their collective assertion, but it is not a direct question to Joey, allowing either him or Chandler to respond.


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.

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly implicated him as the one who overslept, creating an expectation for his response to the situation.


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.

But wait, there's more. Hey, Chandler, what is in the envelope?

By the way, this didn't seem so dorky in the hall.

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Ross directly addressed Chandler about the envelope, and Chandler's last utterance is a response within that exchange, not involving Monica.


(to Chandler and Joey) I won the game.

And was the curse lifted?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler's question "And was the curse lifted?" is a direct follow-up to her statement about winning the game, but the question may be.


Wow! Wow! And it’s definitely all gone? There’s nothing there to work with? (Joey glares at her.) What were you thinking?

I don’t know! I really want this part! And they tell you no matter what you get asked at an audition you say yes. Like if-if they want you to ride a horse, you tell ‘em you can! And just figure out how to do it later.

Joey! This is not like learning to ride a horse! This is like learning to…grow a turtleneck!

I kn-I know! I know! Okay? And apparently tomorrow when I go in to meet the director I have to take off my clothes so that they can see what my body looks like.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey just revealed a surprising and relevant new detail about his audition that directly follows Monica's previous comment, prompting her to respond to the escalating situation.


Wow, that's lucky. What if her name was Big Ugly Splotch?

So where you gettin' it?

I think on my shoulder. [Ross enters]

phoebe addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe's last utterance directly answers Joey's question about her tattoo location, continuing their exchange without involving Chandler.


I'm sorry, it's the pigs. they're reluctant to get in the blankets!

Monica, how did this happen? I thought you had this all planned out.

Do you want me to cry? Is that what you want? Do you wanna see me cry?

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Monica's emotional outburst is a direct response to Phoebe's question and not addressed to him.


Someone's left a glass on the coffee table. There's no coaster. It's a cold drink, it's a hot day. Little beads of condensation are inching their way closer and closer to the surface of the wood...

STOP IT!! ...Oh my God. It's true! Who am I?

Monica? You're Mom.

Well, what's the part?

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Monica's question "Well, what's the part?" is directed at Ross, continuing their exchange about Monica acting like her mother, and Chandler is not being addressed.


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

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a farewell and a statement of his immediate departure, which closes the current exchange and does not invite further response.


Are you sure she’s in the cat, or have you been taking your grandma’s glycoma medicine again?

No Dr. Skeptismo! I’m sure. First of all, okay, there’s the feeling. (Chandler shrugs) Okay, and for another, how about the fact that she went into my guitar case which is lined with orange felt. (Rachel nods her head in unsure agreement) My Mother’s favourite fish is Orange Roughy... (Joey thinks he understands, but then nods that he has no clue.) Cats....like....fish! (Ross and Rachel are totally lost) (to the cat) Hi, Mommy. (Rachel covers her mouth, in an “Oh my God.” gesture) Oh, I haven’t seen this smile in 17 years!

rachel was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she has been reacting to Phoebe's increasingly strange explanation, and her "Oh my God" gesture after Phoebe addresses the cat as "Mommy" indicates a strong reaction that she is likely to vocalize.


(while Monica drags her in the restaurant) Get your garlic-peelers off me!

(to the restuarant customers) Excuse me, excuse me, hi, I'm Monica Geller..I'm the head chef here.. (pauses as if waiting for something).. Ok, I was actually expecting a little applause there, but whatever! Ok, quick question by a show of hands, how many of you were bothered by this woman's singing outside? (a few people raise their hands)

Alright, let me ask you this question How many of you thought the music was fine, but not in keeping with the tone of the restaurant? (a few raise their hands again).

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica is publicly polling customers about Phoebe's singing, making Phoebe the direct subject of the discussion and implicitly inviting her response.


Ross, why do you hate our child?

Fine, you go.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's "Fine, you go" is a direct response to Rachel's previous statement, continuing their exchange and inviting her to respond.


Yeah, well, that's fine, but the important thing is that I finished it. And uh, I think it's really good, but y'know it'd really help me is if I could hear it. So would you guys read it for me?

Okay. (Reading.) "It's a typical New York City apartment. Two guys are hanging out." Ross (Points to him.)

About yesterday, I was really wrong. I am sorry.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross's personal apology about "yesterday" is an interjection that shifts the conversational topic away from Joey's script, and it is not directly addressed to Joey or his current activity.


That is seven days!

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

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she just spoke and Ross's incomplete statement "Can we do this after…" is a direct response to the ongoing discussion, inviting her to continue the exchange.


Joey, (nervously) where did you learn that word?

Where do you think, (pause) Zelda?

(gasps) You found my book?!

Yeah I did!

Joey, what-what are you doing going into my bedroom?!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel directly addressed Joey with a question about why he was in her bedroom, which expects a response from him.


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

Really? She... she loves me?

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant because Rachel just directly addressed him, offering comfort and a humorous remark about Emma understanding if he needs Hugsy, which invites a reaction from him.


Oh my God!

Tiger! (Joey moves his hand in an attempt to do the chord, in fact he does it with each name.) Dragon! Iceberg!! (He fails.) Joseph, did you even study at all last night?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should SPEAK because Phoebe directly addressed him with a question, asking "Joseph, did you even study at all last night?" which requires a response.


I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name. Paul, was it?

Ooh, I just pulled out four eyelashes. That can't be good.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe's recent utterance is a personal observation about her eyelashes, not a response to Chandler's previous question or addressed to him.


Chandler! (Knocks on the door.) Chandler! I just figured out who you are!

Can you figure out what I’m doing?

Lewis Posin! He was my best friend in fifth grade, and-and then one day I asked him to be my boyfriend and he said no. Do you know why?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Chandler should speak because Monica just finished telling a story and directly asked him "Do you know why?", prompting him for a response.


Look, they must be stopped!

I am your friend, and I am not gonna let you do this!! (Ross is now dragging Chandler and the foosball table to the door) You are surprisingly strong!

I need juice! People need juice!!

Listen to me!! (Chandler turns him around and closes and holds the door shut with his feet.)

Juice, I need...

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, but Ross's utterance "Juice, I need..." is an incomplete thought, indicating Ross is still speaking and has not yielded the floor after Chandler's physical intervention.


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.

Okay. Okay. (To the nurse behind the desk.) Umm hi, this is Rachel Green. I’m Ross Geller. We-we called from the car.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross is currently addressing the nurse behind the desk, introducing Rachel and himself, making Joey an observer to this interaction with hospital staff.


, we don't think it's fair that every year the burden falls on us.

(skeptical) That doesn't sound like you... That's Monica talking!

monica was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly attributes the sentiment expressed by Chandler to her, essentially calling her out as the source of the complaint.


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)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's excited declaration about kissing someone at the party is a direct continuation of the shared excitement Monica initiated, inviting Monica to respond to her friend's statement.


Don’t worry about it Pheebs.

No one got me an engagement present.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler just directly addressed her with reassurance, creating an expectation for her to acknowledge or respond to his comforting statement.


(entering from bathrooms excitedly) You guys! You guys! You’re not gonna believe what my agent just told me!

Joey! Kinda in the middle of a story here!

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated an excited announcement and was then directly addressed by Rachel, creating an expectation for him to respond to her interruption.


Whoa!! Whoa, whoa, wait a minute. What time did your little friend leave? (Ross can’t answer that) Oh my God. She was there? She was still there? She was in there, when I was in there?!

Listen. Oh hey, hey, the important thing was that she meant, she meant nothing to me!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel is actively interrogating Ross about his "little friend" being present, and Ross's defensive response directly addresses her accusations, prompting her to continue the confrontation.


Oh, she's that work of art I made, you know,    with the woman coming out of the frame.

Oh, and Monica gets to keep her?   In her house? I am so jealous!

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

No, I couldn't let you do that.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just made an offer to Rachel, who then directly responded to and rejected that offer, creating an expectation for Monica to acknowledge or respond to Rachel's refusal.


Yes! I’d love to! Have her come by the office.

Great! Thanks! You’re gonna love her so much. And—Oh, she’s the smartest of all the Tribbiani children. Hey, y’know the S.A.T’s?

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's question "Hey, y'know the S.A.T's?" is a rhetorical setup for further elaboration about his relative, not a direct question to Rachel requiring an immediate answer, indicating he intends to continue speaking.


Oh yeah, about telling Mom and Dad, I was thinking about maybe writing a letter.

Alright, you know what? That’s it. You’ve had your chance.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's definitive statement "That's it.


Okay. Head Ross! Head Ross! Head Ross!

Right! Right! I just—I want you to know that I’m going to be there through this whole thing, okay? Okay? The doctor’s appointments, the uh, the Lamaze classes, uh baby-proofing the apartment—Although we could probably worry about that ‘til after we get married.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just delivered a lengthy, emotionally significant speech about their future together, culminating in a statement about marriage, which he likely intends to let hang in the air for her to process.


Oh, you're no ordinary roommate are you?

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

Okay, let's go running!

Yeah and there's really cute guys there.

Let's run towards them!

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

Now wait a minute. You just took all the words!

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just made a playful accusation directly to Phoebe about taking all the words in the voicemail message, which is a statement reacting to Phoebe's previous action rather than a question requiring an immediate verbal response.


(on answering machine) Hi, it’s me. I’ve been trying to reach you all night. I feel awful. Please, Ross, you gotta know there is nothing between me and Mark. This whole break-up thing is just stupid.

Chloe, Chloe how’s it coming?!!

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER because Ross is directly addressing Chloe and not Rachel, who previously left a message and is not part of this live interaction.


Oh, great, pretty soon they'll be back together.

By the time anyone's figured out what we've done, we'll be in sunny       Mexico. (BEAT) Oh, wait, that's the end of a different plan.

She's asleep. Chandler?

Emma was doing it!

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

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Joey is a bystander as Monica and Chandler are having a private exchange about Emma being asleep, initiated by Monica directly addressing Chandler, and Joey is not being addressed.


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.

Tell him that you haven't seen your wife in a long time. Tell him    that having a long-distance relationship is really difficult. Tell him that    what little time we have is precious.

Yeah, ah, ah . . . I'll think of something.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's "Yeah, ah, ah . . .


Right, you're not even getting your honeymoon, God.. No, no, although, Aruba, this time of year... talk about your- (thinks) -big lizards... Anyway, if you don't feel like being alone tonight, Joey and Chandler are coming over to help me put together my new furniture.

Hey Pheebs, you wanna help?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's question "Hey Pheebs, you wanna help?" is a direct invitation to Phoebe, making her the primary addressee, not Ross.


(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.)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who was interrupted by Chandler after she initiated an address to Monica, and with Chandler now leaving the room, the floor is open for her to continue her turn.


Joey! Come on! I don’t wanna make any mistakes, alright? This is the only dessert and if I screw it up everybody's gonna be like “Oh, remember that Thanksgiving when Rachel screwed up the trifle?”

So why don’t you just let me worry about making the trifle and you just worry about eating it, alright?

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Joey, telling him to let her worry about the trifle and for him to worry about eating it, which does not involve Ross.


A bunch of stuff. And the worst one... he wants me    to get rid of Gladys.

Who's Gladys? (Phoebe shows her a horrific painting    with a half-a-body girl dummy coming out of the frame. Monica's frightened and    she gasps.) Oh! What a tragic loss!

to give her up. Oh,   I know!! Oh, you should take her!

(faking happiness) Well, I-I-I-I... I don't know...

Why, you don't like her?

Well, of course I do. What's not to like! I'll    take her in a minute! But, you know, I think that you're giving up too    easy, honey. I think that you need to fight for her!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica has just offered Phoebe direct advice about fighting for Gladys, concluding her turn with a complete statement that, while addressed to Phoebe, does not explicitly solicit an immediate verbal response.


Huh? Are, uh, any of these cultures, per chance, in the tri-state area?

You know, you are so amazing, is there anything you, you don't know?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly complimented her and asked her a question, inviting her to respond.


Ross! Stop that!

Ahh, sorry, nothing you can do about it. It’s one of my ah, rights as the ex-boyfriend. (closes his eyes again) Oop, oh yeah!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the exchange by telling Ross to stop, and Ross's most recent utterance was a direct response to her command, justifying his actions.


(Smiling) I can't believe you guys went for that one!

Joey, why wouldn't you invite us to your parties?

You're fine, ok? But everyone else acts like an idiot around famous people!

Well, then so you just invite me...!

(speaking aloud) Please, I was trying to be nice, you're the worst one!

Oh, Joey, come on! Please, please! Let me come, I will behave, I promise! I will behave! Please, please, please...

Ok, ok! Fine! You can come, but don't tell anybody else. It's up on the roof at 8.

(yelling and jumping like a child) OH, a soap opera roof party!! I'm going to a soap opera roof party!! Oh my God, oh my God!! (realizing how she's behaving) And it's out of my system!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's last utterance is an excited reaction to Joey's invitation and a self-correction, which does not require a direct response from Joey.


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?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed him, giving instructions for the poker game and asking for confirmation, which prompts Joey to respond.


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!

(taking his coffee) Okay, whatever you say. But just be careful, all right? Rachel’s not in the same place you are.

am not in that place!

Okay, I didn’t understand that, but y’know, maybe that’s ‘cause you were speaking the secret language of love!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's last utterance is a teasing, concluding remark that doesn't demand a direct verbal response from him.


I don’t know, y'know. What, what, would you do?

Come on, tell me.

All right, you’re probably not gonna want to hear this but ah, if it was me, and this is just me, (Chandler gets ready to throw another dart) I would ah, I would bow out.

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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Joey has just finished giving Chandler difficult advice and then immediately followed up with a new, somewhat bizarre offer, which Chandler is likely processing rather than immediately responding to.


Ross, where did you get this?!

Of course not, it smells like wine, which you spilled! And thanks for wrecking my sheet by the way.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the exchange by asking Ross a direct question, and Ross's most recent utterance was a direct accusation towards her, requiring a response.


(sits down at the table) Oh, eh, just thinking about Emily getting married tomorrow. (Joey panics.)

Ooh, Ross, look! Look! (Points behind Ross.)

Right over there! Right there! Look-look-look!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him and is urgently trying to get him to look at something.


But Phoebe, wait! Wait! Phoebe. Phoebe! (catches her in the hallway)

Oh, Joey! Oh, okay, see I didn't recognize you wearing, in those....pants.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey initiated the interaction with Phoebe and she just directly addressed him with a comment, making it his turn to continue the conversation he started.


We're not—we're not saying anything.

Uhhhh... Joey cried last night.

There was chocolate on the three. It looked like an eight, alright?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's last utterance was a direct explanation and defense in response to Ross's previous revelation about Joey crying.


Okay great, hold on a sec! (She runs to her room and returns carrying a huge bag of laundry.) Oh, here you go! You don't mind do ya? That would really help me out a lot! Thanks!

I mean I-I don't I think I have enough quarters.

Hey Ross! Any word on the apartment yet?

rachel addressed ross, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Rachel has shifted the conversation to directly address Ross about the apartment, making Monica no longer the active addressee.


You're right, I'm sorry. Will you marry me?

Aw, and I was gonna ask you to marry me because I forgot to say hello to you last week.

Oh no wait Pheebs, I think for something like that you just ask them to move in with you. But I'm not sure, Chandler?

rachel addressed chandler, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's final question "But I'm not sure, Chandler?" explicitly directs the next turn to Chandler, indicating she expects his input rather than Phoebe's.


Umm, okay, yeah, sure. But wh-what’s wrong with Monica and Chandler?

All right, so I haven’t cleared the budget with my parents yet, but tell me how this is for music.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica has shifted the topic away from his previous question about her and Chandler, instead introducing a new subject about music and budget that is addressed to the group generally.


Well, I'm very impressed.

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross made a humorous, self-deprecating comment to the group, creating an opening for another participant like Chandler to offer a witty remark or reaction.


Ross, Rachel promised it would be over by now. We seriously have to    go, if we want to get to Vermont. I called them and the last train leaves in    a half hour.

You guys, just please.. a little bit longer. I promise, Rachel will be    back with the cake any minute. Monica, remember.. the frosting? huh?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just directly addressed her with a rhetorical question about the frosting, which serves as a final plea to delay their departure and might be intended to create a pause for.


Huh? Are, uh, any of these cultures, per chance, in the tri-state area?

You know, you are so amazing, is there anything you, you don't know?

[to Monica at the counter] Ooh, Julie's so smart, Julie's so special.

Look honey, I wanted you to hook up with Ross as much as you did. But he's with her now and you're just gonna have to get over it.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica directly addressed her with advice about getting over Ross, continuing their private exchange about Julie.


I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name. Paul, was it?

Ooh, I just pulled out four eyelashes. That can't be good.

So Rachel, what're you, uh... what're you up to tonight?

Well, I was kinda supposed to be headed for Aruba on my honeymoon, so nothing!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as the conversation has shifted to a direct exchange between Ross and Rachel, who are discussing Rachel's plans for the night.


Wow! Wow! And it’s definitely all gone? There’s nothing there to work with? (Joey glares at her.) What were you thinking?

I don’t know! I really want this part! And they tell you no matter what you get asked at an audition you say yes. Like if-if they want you to ride a horse, you tell ‘em you can! And just figure out how to do it later.

Joey! This is not like learning to ride a horse! This is like learning to…grow a turtleneck!

I kn-I know! I know! Okay? And apparently tomorrow when I go in to meet the director I have to take off my clothes so that they can see what my body looks like.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she has been directly engaged in the conversation with Joey about his audition, and Joey just revealed a surprising and significant detail that warrants a reaction.


I think they're very nice.

I like them a lot.

That's not what I had in mind! See, people like Ross don't generally wear these types of pants. You see, they're very tight. (Motions to Ross's buttock.) Maybe there's something in that area.

Oh see, I-I needed a new thing for today and there's this leather store that always smells so good and I thought to myself, "Wow, (To Chandler) I never really owned a good smelling pair of pants before."

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed him with a comment about the pants Chandler had just criticized.


What if they get mixed up?

Boy I would just uh, I would freak out.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Richard just responded to Monica's hypothetical question, and the current exchange is between Monica and Richard, not involving Joey.


Phoebe, it's me. I'm going to hunt you down and kill you!

You know, you are talking about one of my dear, dear friends.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because Phoebe's last utterance directly responds to Rachel's previous statement and defends the person Rachel is threatening, prompting Rachel to continue the exchange.


Rachel! Come on out! Monica made breakfast!

Well, can I keep the presents and still be 29?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's rhetorical question about keeping presents and still being 29 is a self-reflection on her birthday dilemma rather than a direct query requiring Phoebe's immediate response.


But Ross, you want the name Ruth!

Not like this!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant in a direct exchange with Ross, who just made a definitive statement that strongly negates Rachel's previous assertion without inviting an immediate follow-up from her.


Hey, honey! What’s the matter? (Monica shows her, her hat.) Fine, I was just trying to be nice! Whoa!

I mean I have not been picked on this much since kindergarten and they had to bring in someone from junior high to do the see-saw with me. (Joey laughs and Monica glares at him.)

I mean they’re trying to do everything they can to make me quit, and if there were any other job, I would. But this is something I’ve been waiting for my whole life.

Well, wait a minute, you’re the boss! Why don’t you just yell at them? Or, fire them?

I would love too, but I can’t! I mean I just can’t, you know that I’m not good at confrontation.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica just directly responded to her advice, explaining her personal difficulty with confrontation, indicating Monica is still elaborating on her feelings and the conversation is still focused on her explanation.


That's right. You're husband's home. So, now the sex can stop.

What are you saying?

Joey said that you're in here with another man.

All right. All right. Then, maybe you won't mind if me and my friend    take a look around, huh? (He checks the bathroom shaking the bat. Then he    proceeds to their bedroom.) Bwa-ah-ah!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a declaration of action and a sound effect, not a direct address to Chandler, which shifts the focus to Joey's physical search of the apartment.


: He just left.

) Joey! You never gonna believe it: she called.

: I don't know, but it sounds great.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the exciting news to Joey, and he just responded with interest, prompting her to elaborate on the details.


Sure. By the way, there's a difference between being obsessive and. . .

Ross, the heat!

Fine, OK! Heat, heat, heat, and I'm the obsessive one. [goes to the radiator and starts turning the knob] OK, this way is on, so this is. . . [breaks off the knob] off.

No, no, I was turnin' the knob and, and. . . here it is.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the topic of the heat, and Ross's last utterance is an explanation of his attempt to address her concern after breaking the radiator knob.


Oh, I'm glad. Listen, I want to apologize about Chandler, though. I just did not see this coming.

(enters the room wearing an "I love New York" t-shirt, a "Statue of Liberty" hat and carrying bags) New York is awesome!

What is with you?

Yeah, I've been to these places before, but I've never really seen them, you know.

Oh! It was our pleasure. We are so much enjoying getting to know you.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Monica's last utterance is directed at someone else, expressing pleasure in getting to know them, which indicates she is not addressing Chandler.


He probably wants you back because you're right for the job.

Maybe. I-I don't know—Oh God, how could I be so stupid?!

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's exclamation, "Oh God, how could I be so stupid?!", is a self-reproach expressing her internal state rather than a direct address requiring Monica's immediate response.


This is Patrick. (Points to him.)

Hi. (To Phoebe) Okay, you’re too late okay? Because she’s already with our guy.

(looks) Oh my God, you’re right! I am too late; they’re sitting on the couch and talking! (To Patrick) Come on! (They go over to the couch.) Rachel?

I’m just sort of in the middle of something.

Oh! Okay! Yeah, that’s okay. (To Patrick) Have a seat. (Sits Patrick down next to Rachel.)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe is currently managing Patrick's seating arrangement after Rachel indicated she was busy, and Chandler is not being addressed or involved in this specific interaction.


She is so hot!

Yeah, listen. Okay, before you do anything Joey-like, you might wanna runit by err... (he indicates Phoebe, who is helping Ross understand the remote control.)

chandler addressed phoebe, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is giving Joey a warning about potential "Joey-like" actions, which doesn't necessarily require an immediate verbal response but rather a moment for Joey to process the advice.


He called the Long Island Expressway a concrete miracle.

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

ross addressed phoebe, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's last utterance was an apology and an acknowledgement directed at Phoebe after bumping into her, shifting the immediate focus to Phoebe.


What?! He got to do it at your first wedding!

Joey, I figured you’d understand. I mean, I-I’ve known him a lot longer.

Come on Ross! Look, I-I don’t have any brothers; I’ll never get to be a best man!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent utterance is an emotional appeal and complaint directed at Ross, expressing his feelings rather than posing a direct question that requires an immediate verbal response.


I—never borrowed your Walkman.

Well, then I lost it. You buy me one!

You got it! Here we go! Come on! This is great! (Rachel goes over and unlocks the handcuffs) Ahhh! (He starts rubbing his wrist)

Does it hurt?

No, I just always see guys doing this when they get handcuffs taken off them. (He runs over to where his pants are hanging) Hello sweet pants!

Wait a minute! What are you gonna tell Joanna?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and while Rachel's question about what he will tell Joanna is directed at him, it is posed to make him realize his predicament, prompting a moment of thought rather than an immediate verbal response.


Joey, look, are you attracted to Monica? Right here, right now, are you attracted to her?

Well sure! I'm just wearing sweats! (Looking at Chandler and slowly realizing what his point is.) But that's good that you're not in love with me, because you just want a girlfriend!

before we started dating. So maybe-maybe that's it?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is an active participant, but Chandler's last utterance is a speculative thought about Joey's past feelings, not a direct question to Monica that requires her immediate response.


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

Ross! He's playing with my spatulas again!

Okay, look, he's not gonna hurt them, right?

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Ross's most recent utterance is directed at Monica, seeking reassurance regarding Joey's actions rather than addressing Joey directly.


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

So, what do you thing the good news is?

(looking at the checkbook) Wow! Look at this! He wrote a check for 50,000 dollars to Hugo Ligrens Ring Design. (Monica is stunned) Oh, sorry, what do you think the good news is?

joey addressed monica, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Although Chandler initially posed the question, Joey's subsequent interruption with the checkbook revelation and Monica's stunned reaction have created a new immediate conversational focus, making it more appropriate for Monica or someone else to respond to the discovery rather than Chandler answering his own repeated question.


You don’t need to fill these silences.

Chandler, that’s like your fourth cup of coffee!

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed Chandler with a comment about his coffee consumption.


Oh, come on. What was with that whole Black Bart speech? (mimicking) "When I play poker, I'm not a nice guy!"

No, I don't think so, see Ross, because I think you love her.

Um.... no. See, I might've had feelings for her at one time—not any more. I just—I...

Explanation: BYSTANDER; The current exchange is a direct back-and-forth between Joey and Ross regarding Ross's feelings for Rachel, and Chandler is not being addressed.


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

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

Joey, you’re gonna have to stop rushing me, you know what? You don’t get any dessert.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Joey and Rachel are engaged in a direct exchange about serving dessert and Joey rushing Rachel, and Chandler was not addressed.


That's so funny, 'cause I was thinking you look more like Joey Tribbiani, man slash woman.

You know those posters for the city free clinic?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he just made a joke to Joey, and Joey's subsequent question about clinic posters is a direct follow-up that invites Chandler's response.


(he takes a baby blue beret out of a shopping box and puts it on) How does this look?

Well, it's a little low... pick up a little... (Ross picks it up) a little bit more... (he picks it up again) a little bit more... (he takes it off) There you go! (pause) Now throw it away!

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should speak because Rachel just gave him a direct, albeit joking, instruction to "throw it away" after he asked for her opinion on the beret.


Yes, and I know that you’d say no if he asked you, but I’m sorry; how great would you look walking down the aisle in this Donna Carin. (shows her the picture.)

(gasps) Oh, you so would! Oh, you should get that anyway. (They both look at her.) Like for clubbing.

It is so weird, I know what I said, but uh, this morning, I was lying in bed I was, I was imagining what it would be like to say yes. (Rachel slams the magazine shut in amazement.) I know it’s a little sudden, and it’s a little rushed, and it’s totally not like me to do something like this, but that doesn’t mean I can’t. Right? I mean I’m-I’m crazy about Pete, and I know that we want the same things, and when I thought about saying yes, it made me really happy.

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she initiated the discussion about the dress and Monica is now sharing a significant personal revelation about her feelings towards Pete's proposal, directly asking for validation with "Right?".


Don't you realise what you're-you're doing to yourself?

Hey, y'know, I have had it with you guys and your cancer and your emphysema and your heart disease. The bottom line is, smoking is cool, and you know it.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just criticized Chandler's smoking, but Chandler's defiant final statement "smoking is cool, and you know it" concludes his argument without directly soliciting a further immediate response from Ross.


Wow! Why do you want to get rid of her so badly?

Because she exchanges every gift she ever gets, it’s like impossible to get her something she likes. Come on, let’s trade!

Oh that’s not true! That’s not true! I got her that backpack and she loved it! I remember how much she was crying the day when that big dog ran off with it… (notices the look on Monica and Phoebe’s faces.) Oh, there was no big dog. All right this sucks! I already got her this briefcase, and I had R.G. put on it… (Phoebe looks confused.) Her initials…

chandler addressed monica, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler is currently explaining his gift-giving dilemma and clarifying details about the briefcase he bought, which is a continuation of his previous turn and does not directly solicit a response from Phoebe.


Joey! Hey, I need to talk to Charlie. Is she there?

No. no... eh... she went shopping with Rachel. Why? What's up?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should speak because he initiated the conversation by asking for Charlie, and Joey just directly asked him "Why? What's up?" in response.


Wha-, oh, quit it.

Oh my God.

Well, Monica keeps changin' the channel.

Oh that's great, why don't you tell mommy on me.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's sarcastic remark "Oh that's great, why don't you tell mommy on me" is a direct retort to Ross's complaint, not involving Rachel.


Look Joey, come on she’s so perfect for you! I mean she’s sweet, she-she likes baseball, and she-she had two beers at lunch.

My beers?! Look you guys, she’s a very nice girl. Okay? We had a good time, but I just—I don’t see it going anywhere.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's declaration that he doesn't see the relationship going anywhere directly refutes her earlier enthusiastic endorsement of the girl, inviting her to continue the discussion.


I think so.

Well, then, maybe it's time we all moved on.

Yeah, but, Ross, I mean, you're not okay with it.

No, but I wanna be. Hey, I will be. Besides, I'm with Charlie,   right? Oh my god, I'm still with Charlie, aren't I? I mean, she didn't   see the dance, did she?

No, no, no, no, that was - that was just for me. Are you sure   about this?

Yeah, I'm sure.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just directly answered Joey's question, "Are you sure about this?", with a definitive "Yeah, I'm sure," which concludes that specific exchange without prompting further input from Joey.


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

Uh-oh. It's Scary Scientist Man.

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

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

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he initiated the scientific debate with Phoebe, and Phoebe's last utterance directly responded to his stated intention to present facts, requiring his counter-argument.


You guys, Joey just saw Janice kissing her ex-husband.

Well, I was thinking about that and I, I think the best way would be, to not.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's statement "I think the best way would be, to not" is a personal conclusion about his own thoughts and does not directly solicit a response from her.


I'm sorry, I'll give it back to you.

No-no! No! I mean it's gonna be all smelling like Monica!

monica was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's last utterance is a direct, humorous response to Monica's offer to return an item, making her the natural next speaker in their ongoing exchange.


I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name. Paul, was it?

Ooh, I just pulled out four eyelashes. That can't be good.

So Rachel, what're you, uh... what're you up to tonight?

ross addressed rachel, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Ross has initiated a direct, personal question to Rachel, shifting the focus away from Chandler's previous interaction.


Nothing, just a little extra air in my mouth. Pffft. Pffffffft. (walks over to where Joey is seated)

Hey, Chan, can you help me out here? I promise I'll pay you back.

Oh, yeah, right, OK... inlcuding the waffles last week, you now owe me... 17 jillion dollars.

I will, really. I'll pay you back this time.

(sigh)... And where's this money coming from? (gives money to Joey)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's rhetorical question "And where's this money coming from?" followed by the action of giving Joey the money concludes the immediate transaction, leaving no direct prompt for Joey to respond verbally.


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

What if I clean your bathroom for a month?

It still wouldn’t be clean. (Rachel makes an ‘Eww, disgusting!’ face) All I want is my freedom.

Foot rubs for a month!

I’ll take all of your photos and put them into photo albums!

Freedom! I want my freedom! Why won’t you here me?! (Opens the door) Sophie, help me! Help me!! (Sophie stands up)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she has been actively negotiating with Chandler, who just rejected her offers and escalated the situation by calling for Sophie's help, prompting Rachel to respond to his actions.


Why’d you say no?

Remember what happened the last time I did an interview for them? I said I write a lot of my own lines, and then the writers got mad and made my character fall down the elevator shaft. So who knows what I might say this time.

there was something in your head to control the things you say. (Joey nods his agreement.)

Fine! All right, I’ll do it. But hey! You guys have to be at the next table so you can stop me if I y’know, start to say something stupid.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey just stated a condition for his agreement to do the interview, addressing "you guys" (including Chandler), but it is a declarative statement of his terms rather than a direct prompt for an immediate verbal response or negotiation from Chandler.


I’m a lady Monica, I don’t kiss and tell. But this hickey speaks for itself. (She starts to open up her blouse.)

Okay-okay, I got it. I got it.

I just like him so much that I just feel like I’ve had 10 drinks today and I’ve only had six.

Oh, I haven’t had that feeling since I first started going out with Chandler. Wow, I’m never gonna have that feeling again am I?

You sound like a guy.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's comment "You sound like a guy" is a lighthearted observation about Monica's previous statement, not a direct question or prompt that requires an immediate verbal response from Monica.


Like only if the queen comes?

Maybe not even then. (Joey walks in)

Hey! I did it. I called my producer. I told him I had   a family emergency, he totally bought it. Thanks for teaching me how to lie   Pheebs.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey has just entered and made a new announcement, informing the group about his success and specifically thanking Phoebe, without directly addressing Chandler.


Monica, I want to become (pause) the Ultimate Fighting Champion.

You wanna what?!

I want to become the Ultimate Fighting Champion! It’s the most intense physical competition in the world, it’s banned in 49 states!

What are you talking about?

Okay, my trainer, Ho Chi, is teaching me a combination of Gee Koon Doe and Brazilian street fighting, I’ve even had my own octagon training ring designed.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Pete is directly responding to Monica's previous question "What are you talking about?" by elaborating on his training and preparations, so Monica should allow him to finish his detailed explanation.


Ohh, whoa God! Storage rooms give me the creeps! Monica, come on please hurry up honey! Please?

Rachel, if you want the little round waffles, you gotta have to wait until I find the little waffle iron.

All right. (Looking through a box.) Op, here it is! Right underneath the can of-of bug bomb. I wonder if the best place to put something that cooks food is underneath the can of poison?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who initiated the current exchange about finding the waffle iron, and Monica's latest comment about its location provides an opportunity for Rachel to respond to the observation or reiterate her impatience.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly addressed Joey with a question and a challenge about his acting career and his day job, prompting a direct response from Joey.


I need something sweet.

Does anyone wanna watch TV?

Monica your remote doesn't work.

monica was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe directly addressed Monica, informing her that her remote doesn't work, which prompts Monica to respond.


(running after her) Rach, it’s gonna be okay! (To Ross and Joey) You guys are the best!

Why-why would I care about that?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's rhetorical question "Why-why would I care about that?" appears to be a self-reflection or a reaction to the departing Rachel'.


Just get your nails done?

Yes Phoebe, but this is all I have. Okay? (She pours out the rest of her change purse into the bucket.)

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her and provided an explanation for her action, inviting a response or acknowledgment.


Okay, you guys spend waaaay too much time together. (Goes back inside and shuts the door)

Okay, I'm scum, I'm scum.

Ross, how could you let this happen?

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

You don't think my mom's sexy?

Well... not in the same way...

I'll have you know that Gloria Tribbiani was a handsome woman in her day, alright? You think it's easy giving birth to seven children?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a direct exchange with Joey, who just made a defensive statement about his mother, inviting Ross to respond to the ongoing discussion.


Yeah, it is the best.

I mean what if this keeps happening? Y'know, they'll-they'll be outside smoking, making all the decisions and I'll just be up in my office breathing my stupid clean air, y'know? And then when the day comes when Kim wants to promote one of us, who do you think she's gonna pick? Me or Smokey Smokerson?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is expressing her personal anxieties and fears about her job situation, not directly addressing Chandler or soliciting his input on her rhetorical questions.


She’s just doing her job!

(sitting at the kitchen table with his back to the TV) You sick bastards!

Oh, it’s a tattoo! That’s weird, Phoebe doesn’t… Wait that’s Ursula! That’s not Phoebe that is Ursula!

rachel addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is making a personal realization about the TV show character, not addressing him or anyone else directly.


Do you know what I was thinkin’?

Nothing, I just like to go like this. (Does it again.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler's quirky action and self-commentary "Nothing, I just like to go like this" is directed at the general group and invites a reaction or comment from anyone present.


Chandler, this is not our problem. We've got each    other. That's all that matters.

Yeah, oh, but I just keep picturing you rolling    around with him with your cowboy boots in the air...

Cowboy boots? I've never worn cowboy boots in my whole    life! (she turns on the video again)

Oh, good, good. Play more, 'cause I wanna see how    it ends.

THAT'S NOT ME!

What...? That's not you! Life is good again! Ride    'em cowgirl!

That bastard taped over me! (Chandler's expression    changes)

Is that a problem?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's question "Is that a problem?" is a direct response to her revelation that someone taped over her, but it may be a rhetorical question or a moment for Chandler to process the implication and react further, rather than requiring an immediate answer from Monica.


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

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

No! It’s just that, Kate bothered me.

Why? What was wrong with her?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just asked her a direct follow-up question about why Kate bothered her, continuing their exchange.


Okay, what do you have a fear of if you suffer from this phobia, Tris…Holy cow, that’s a big word. Trisc… Seriously look at this thing. Chandler, how do you say that?

Let me see that.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he just asked Chandler a direct question, and Chandler is now responding to that request by asking to see the word.


Was that story over?

The guy left this.

(gasps) Oh my God! I know who the father is… (She walks into Monica and Chandler’s.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe just entered Monica's apartment with a dramatic announcement, directly addressing Monica and Chandler with a major revelation that invites a reaction.


If I'd known you guys were coming over, I would    have brought more pizza. (they all burst out in a thundering laugh)

Okay, okay... Chandler you... you stop it! (Monica    wipes away tears)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Monica's playful command to "stop it" directly addresses him and signals an end to his turn, indicating she's done laughing at his joke.


What the hell happened?!

I am so-so-so sorry. I was gonna do it! Really! But I was standing there with 327 dollars in one hand and 238 dollars in the other hand, and I was thinking, "Wow! It’s been a long time since I had… (tries to do the math in his head, but can’t) 327 + 238 dollars!"

Joey, we had a deal. That-that’s why you’re here! I’ve got to fire you!

And I gotta pay rent! Look, how-how about this? You don’t fire me, instead I stay here, I gain their trust, and they’ll start listening to all the nice things I’ve been saying about you.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is an active participant in a direct exchange with Joey, who just made a counter-proposal to her about not being fired, which she needs to process.


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

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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly addresses Monica, responding to her previous statement and expressing his frustration, which prompts her to respond.


Oh, I’m sorry, Ross. I’ll get it for you right now. And since I made you wait, I’ll toss in a free muffin.

Phoebe. We would like to talk to you for a second.

So, maybe I am a little high maintenance. And maybe Rachel is a little bit of a pushover. But you know what we decided you are?

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

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

Well, then, I’m okay with being high maintenance.

Yeah, and I am okay with being a pushover.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Rachel and Monica are having a private exchange about their personality traits with Phoebe that does not involve Joey.


Okay, listen I am not a pervert!

That’s like the pervert motto! Yeah! Yeah! They have you raise your right hand, put your left hand down your pants, and repeat that!

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Phoebe's humorous response is directed at Ross's previous statement, not involving Joey in the exchange.


And so I had a lot of work to do so Ross, nice guy that he is, offered to help me out. And then we had a little wine, we got to talking, and the next thing you know out of nowhere Ross comes on to me.

(laughs) Umm that’s…that’s a little misleading.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just interjected to correct her narrative, indicating he might elaborate on why her statement is misleading.


She went on one of those spray-on tan places.

Eh, you got a spray-on tan?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's surprised question "Eh, you got a spray-on tan?" appears to be a reaction or a question directed at the "she" Chandler mentioned, not directly addressing Chandler.


I don't know you guys.

All right fine, don't do anything, just sit here and talk to us, meanwhile she is talking to him about you. And he's being Mr. Joe Sensitive, and she starts thinking 'Maybe this is the guy for me, because he understands me.'

And before you know it, she's with him. And you'll be all, 'Ohh, man!' And he'll be all, 'Yes!' And us, we'll be like, 'Wh-whoa, dude.' And pretty soon you'll be like, (sadly) 'Hhiii,' and, and, and, 'I can't go, Rachel and Mark might be there.' And we'll be like, 'Man get over it, it's been four years!!'

joey addressed mark, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey just delivered a lengthy and dramatic elaboration of the hypothetical scenario Chandler initiated, making it Ross's turn to respond or for a new speaker to take the floor.


Because I'm in love with Monica!!

I love you too Chandler. (They kiss.)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he just declared his love to Monica, who then reciprocated and kissed him, creating an intimate moment that invites his further response.


No, no, you can get one yourself. It’ll be on the house! Y'know what are big sisters for?

No, no, no, I wouldn’t do you myself, I mean that would be weird. Yeah, no, I’ll get one of the other girls to do it. Oh, this will be so much fun! Hey! Are you excited?

Explanation: Frank Jr. is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addresses him with the question, "Hey! Are you excited?".


(answering the phone) Hello? (Listens) Hey Joey!

Hey Pheebs! Listen, uh can you do me a favor? I forgot the pin number to my ATM card can, can you get it for me?

Sure! Where is it?

Uh, I scratched it on the ATM machine down on the corner.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she asked Joey "Where is it?" regarding his ATM pin, and Joey just answered her question by stating he scratched it on the ATM machine, making it her turn to acknowledge or follow up.


Really, Rachel, I was thinking of you the whole time. Look, I'm sorry, all right. I never meant for you to find out!

Oh, please, you wanted to get caught. (Waves the receipt)

That is not true!

Oh, so you just sort of happened to leave it in here?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should stay silent because Monica's rhetorical question, "Did it ever occur to you that I might just be that stupid?", is a defensive counter-argument that doesn't immediately demand a verbal response from Rachel.


Ross hasn’t worked at the museum for a year!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's statement "Monica and Chandler are living together!" is a factual observation about her, not a direct question or prompt for her to respond immediately.


(sarcastic) Oh please, can’t I come to your special, magical cabin?

Why would you even want to come Ross? You’re a horrible skier.

Oh-oh, hitting me where it hurts, my ski skills.

Oh, I’m sorry, were you speaking to me or sleeping with someone else?

We were on a break!

on your answering machine!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should stay silent because Rachel is continuing her turn by elaborating on her previous statement about their relationship, rather than posing a new question or explicitly inviting Ross to respond.


, and you didn't even kiss her.

I tell people secrets. It makes them like me.

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

monica addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica is directly addressing Phoebe with concern about her health, shifting the conversation away from Chandler's previous comment.


I—never borrowed your Walkman.

Well, then I lost it. You buy me one!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him with a demand, "You buy me one!", which requires a response from him.


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!

What...how is it going with Drake?

Oh...I don't think it's going very well...

What...that scene I saw was so good!

Well, I'm feeling really insecure about the one we are shooting tomorrow...

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant in the conversation about Joey's acting, but Joey's last utterance is a personal statement about his insecurity regarding an upcoming scene, which does not directly solicit a response from Rachel.


You told me you hate massages!

let Phoebe in.

I can’t believe this! How long as this been going on?

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's emotional outburst and direct question, "How long has this been going on?", are clearly addressed to the person involved in the "mass.


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: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel's sarcastic affirmation of his toughness was a direct response to his previous statement, inviting him to react to her teasing.


) I was about to do some serious damage!

: Well, this must've brought back some really bad memories for you, Ross.

: Well, Ross was mugged as a kid.

: Yeah, it was pretty traumatic. I was outside St. Marc's Comics… you know, I-I-I was just there minding my own business, you know, seeing what kinda trouble spiderman got into that week-

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross is currently in the middle of recounting his personal, traumatic story, which Monica had prompted him to share, making it appropriate for her to remain silent and let him continue.


Oh wait, Ross, would you just stay and help me get dressed?

Rachel, I’ve seen you naked a million times. I ate hot fudge off you naked. Remember, I-I sucked that mini-marshmallow out of your belly button?

Yeah, but that was different. Y’know? I mean, we were, we were going out then, now I think it’s weird.

Rach, y'know I can see you naked any time I want.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just made a direct and somewhat provocative statement to her, which could lead to a moment of silence as she processes his implication or considers her next response.


...Ninety-five, ninety-six, ninety-seven. See,

You got waaaay too much free time.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler's comment "You got waaaay too much free time" is a direct response to Joey's previous action of counting, prompting Joey to reply.


Oh, I’ve been there. Yeah, I am gonna go drive my Porsche. (Starts to leave.)

Joey, you know you don’t actually have one.

Come on! What are you doing?! I’m in character! Would you talk to her! (Storms out.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica should speak because Joey's dramatic exit and frustrated question "What are you doing?!" are a direct reaction to her previous challenge, inviting a response to his outburst.


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

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

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

Yeah I guess you're right.

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should stay silent because Chandler just delivered a strong, declarative motivational speech directly to him, which serves as a concluding statement of encouragement rather than an explicit turn-yielding question.


Oh really? Like what Monica?

Y’know she has 147,000 pairs of boots…

Oh yeah, good start Mon.

She lets you borrow them.

Yeah and you stretch ‘em out with your big old clown feet.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's last comment is a concluding, playful jab about the boots, not a direct question or prompt for Monica to continue speaking.


Ross! You gotta stop! Okay?! You can’t just stare through the peep hole for three hours! You’re gonna get peep eye!

I knew it! I knew it! I always knew she liked him! Y'know, she’d say no, but here we are! Right? We just broke up, first thing she does!

Hey, it’s been like three weeks!

You slept with somebody three hours after you thought you broke up. I mean bullets have left guns slower!

Here they come, here they come. Oh-ho, if she kisses him goodnight, I’m gonna kill myself, I swear. I can’t, I can’t watch this. (turns away, then quickly turns to look again) Come on, date over! Date over! Uh-oh, here we go, she’s going in.

She’s going in. Wait! He’s going in! He’s going in!! The door’s closed! I, I can’t see anything but the door closed!!

And the inventor of the door rests happily in his grave.

Okay, I have to do something. I mean, I have, I have to stop it!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's last utterance is a self-declaration of his intent to intervene, not a direct question or invitation for Chandler to respond.


Yeah. Candy’s the mother, Cookie’s the daughter. The father’s also Cookie. Why am I friends with these people?

(entering with something behind her back) Phoebe, c’mere. I want to show you something in the bathroom.

Oh, Monica, grow up!

Nothing. Just something I want to get Phoebe’s opinion on for Valentine’s Day.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's last statement is an explanation directed at Phoebe, setting up Monica to reveal what she wants an opinion on rather than soliciting an immediate verbal response from Phoebe.


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

Oh come on Ross, we’ve done it before we’ll do it again, it’ll be a nice way to bookend the pregnancy.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him and countered his previous statement, requiring him to respond to her argument.


Look, they must be stopped!

I am your friend, and I am not gonna let you do this!! (Ross is now dragging Chandler and the foosball table to the door) You are surprisingly strong!

ross was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler is directly addressing Ross's actions and strength, creating a direct exchange that requires a response from Ross.


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

(from the kitchen) Rach, do you want some sugar in your coffee?

Yes oh—(To Ben)—Do I want sugar in my coffee? (Ben nods no.) No, just some milk would be good Carol. Thanks. (To Ben) Okay, do you remember all that stuff I taught you yesterday?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Rachel just addressed Carol regarding the coffee, she immediately shifted her attention to Ben to initiate a new conversation with him, indicating Carol's turn is over.


He probably wants you back because you're right for the job.

Maybe. I-I don't know—Oh God, how could I be so stupid?!

Explanation: Joey is an active participant in the group discussion, and Rachel's distressed exclamation, "Oh God, how could I be so stupid?!", creates an opening for him to offer a supportive or characteristic comment.


Chandler, why would you do that?

Well y’know, they only give you three letters, so after A-S-S it  is a bit of a challenge.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just asked Chandler a direct question, and Chandler has now provided a complete explanation in response to her query, not posing a new question to her.


What, Phoebe, did you whip the potatoes? Ross needs lumps!

Oh, I'm sorry, oh, I just, I thought we could have them whipped and then add some peas and onions.

Why would we do that?

Well, 'cause then they'd be like my mom used to make them, you know, before she died.

Ok, three kinds of potatoes coming up.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's "Ok, three kinds of potatoes coming up" is a conclusive statement about her own plan, effectively ending the discussion about Phoebe's potato suggestion.


You don’t need to fill these silences.

Chandler, that’s like your fourth cup of coffee!

monica addressed chandler, not gunther (ground truth)

Explanation: Gunther is a BYSTANDER as Monica's most recent utterance is a direct address to Chandler about his coffee consumption, not involving Gunther in the exchange.


Oh hey! Hey Ross! Hey how’s it, how’s it going with you and  Mona? Are you guys still together?

Oh yeah, yeah we’re moving forward. You’ll be getting our card!

Yeah, we’re not just doing a card! Y’know, she-she also wants to  have the conversation about where the relationship is going.

I know! I know! Why do you guys need to have this conversation?! Huh? I  mean no self-respecting man would ask a woman, "So, where is this going?"

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should stay silent because Ross's last utterance is a rhetorical rant about relationship conversations, not a direct question requiring her input.


I don’t want you to see me naked!

Rachel, I’ve seen you naked a million times. I ate hot fudge off you naked. Remember, I-I sucked that mini-marshmallow out of your belly button?

rachel was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross is directly addressing her by name and reminding her of their shared intimate past, which invites her to respond to his counter-argument.


Hey, why don’t you guys go, get portraits done by a professional photographer.

That’s a good idea! I bet they have one of those wind machines! Y’know… (Does the whole hair blowing in the wind model type poses.)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the idea of getting portraits done, and Monica's enthusiastic response directly builds on Phoebe's suggestion, inviting Phoebe to elaborate or react.


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: BYSTANDER: Rachel is directly asking Ross for his opinion on tattoos, continuing their private exchange.


No, Beth doesn’t die, she doesn’t die. Does she Rachel?

No. She doesn’t die.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel has directly answered his question about Beth dying, completing their exchange.


Yeah, right Monica. I'm so sorry.

(suddenly starts issuing him out) Ah, it's an honest mistake. It could    happen to anyone. All right, see ya.

(spots the suitcase just inside the door where Chandler left it) Whoa,    whoa. Wait a minute. Wait a minute. If you just got back from Tulsa, how    did your suitcase beat you here?

chandler was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey's direct question about the suitcase's presence, though misattributed, directly pertains to Chandler, who left it there, making him the only one who can clarify.


Oh, come on! Last night I was finishing off a pizza and she said (aping    Amy badly) "Uoh oh oh, a moment on the lips, forever on the hips!"    I don’t need that kind of talk in my house!

Well Joey, uhm look, I know that she’s difficult, but I think    it’s really good that she’s here.

Yeah, Monica made us!

Well, uhm... whatever, I have really appreciated it, 'cause I don’t    think I would be the person that I am today if it wasn’t for you guys.    See, I wanna help Amy the way you guys helped me. And I know it’s gonna    take patience, but that’s ok.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's last utterance is a personal reflection on her gratitude and her intent to help Amy, not a direct question or prompt for Joey to respond.


Thanks. (Joey’s still patting the burn spot) I think you got it!

(entering) Chandler!! You have the best taste in men!

Well, like father, like son.

Patrick and I had such a great time last night! I mean I think this could maybe turn into something serious.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Rachel is directly addressing Chandler about her date with Patrick, and Monica is not part of this specific exchange.


Yeah well, he's not gonna get this one. Ben is way cuter than that kid. I mean look at him, look at you, (Starts to whine like a baby and Joey just glares at him.)

That's great. Listen, wouldn't it be great though if I got to play Ben's dad?

Joey, you look nothing like Ben.

I look more like him than you do! (He winks at Carol.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's direct retort to Ross is immediately followed by a wink at Carol, which shifts the focus to a shared moment with Carol and concludes Joey's point rather than inviting an immediate verbal counter from Ross.


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

How do you know that? How?

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

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he just asked Joey a direct question, and Joey's last utterance was a somewhat dismissive response to Chandler's query about his future.


Wow, hello! You look great!

Thank you! I know, though.

You see this, this is a person who is ready to go. Phoebe you, oh, you are my star.

phoebe was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross directly addressed her with a compliment, "Phoebe you, oh, you are my star," inviting a response.


All right. Uhh, international.

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

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

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Ross's most recent utterance is a self-reflection about checking apartment listings, not a direct address to Joey or a continuation of their previous exchange.


What's it sound like? It's a guy with my identical hands! It was incredible! Chandler, the dealer's hands were exactly like me! It-it was like looking at my hands in a mirror!

Are you sure you weren't (pause) looking at your hands in a mirror?

Don’t you see what this means?! I can forget about that stupid movie. I'm gonna be a millionaire!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is currently expressing his own excited realization about becoming a millionaire, which is not a direct address or question to Chandler, allowing Joey to continue his thought process.


Joey told you about the leg, huh?

(to Chandler) Heard about the leg burnin’ huh?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey directly addressed Chandler with a question about the leg, making it Chandler's turn to respond to the confirmation.


What if they get mixed up?

Boy I would just uh, I would freak out.

Alright, that's it. Look Joey, I'm sorry, I realize this is the role of a lifetime for ya, and if I could just fire Joseph, I would, but unfortunately that's not possible so I'm gonna have to let both of you go.

What're you talking about, everybody loves Joseph.

I don't, I hate Joseph, ok. I think he's a brown-nosing suck up.

Oh yeah. Well you can't fire Joseph. You know why, 'cause he's not in your department.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey's most recent utterance directly challenges Chandler's assertion about firing Joseph and provides a reason why he cannot.


Yeah, maybe if you’re in love. But Ross, we are not in love, are we?

No but…but still you can’t possibly do this alone.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Ross just made a statement directly to Rachel, continuing his point about her situation without posing a direct question that would prompt an immediate response from her.


Oh, I'm sorry, did my back hurt your knife?

Rachel, (they go back inside) say that I'm friends with her, we spend some time together. Is that so terrible?

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica directly addressed Rachel by name and asked her a question about her perceived terrible behavior, prompting Rachel to respond.


I don’t know! I really want this part! And they tell you no matter what you get asked at an audition you say yes. Like if-if they want you to ride a horse, you tell ‘em you can! And just figure out how to do it later.

Joey! This is not like learning to ride a horse! This is like learning to…grow a turtleneck!

I kn-I know! I know! Okay? And apparently tomorrow when I go in to meet the director I have to take off my clothes so that they can see what my body looks like.

Oh my God, what are you gonna do?!

I just have to call my agent and tell her I can’t do the part. (Gets up for the phone.)

Well, this may sound crazy, but there maybe something we could fashion.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica has just offered Joey a "crazy" but potentially helpful solution to his dilemma, which he needs to process before responding.