Q: John: No problem. Glad you could make it. Hey. Have you met any of the famous guests so far? Heather: Uh, no. Who exactly? John: Well, there is Gregorio Zuttlemisterburger ... [Who?]. Ah. They call him the "Grip" for short. Heather: Who in the world is he? John: You've never heard of him? [No.] He's the world famous snake trainer ... He's never met a snake he couldn't train to dance and hiss at the same time. Heather: Seriously? Where is he? John: Uh, he's the tall guy over there in the purple jacket and green pants. He probably has a snake or two with him tonight. Heather: Huh? John: And then there is Georgina, the Great. Heather: Georgina ... and great for what? John: Are you serious? You've never heard of her? She is the world's greatest arm wrestler. I mean, World champion. She's the petite woman next to the fireplace with the bright yellow dress and the tennis shoes. Heather: I thought you said famous people ... like, like people we all know. John: And, and there is Brad Pitt ... Heather: Now, there's someone I recognize ... John: ... the captain of the national Yo-Yo team [What?]. Yeah. He's the short, stocky man sitting at the table wearing the black and red checkered shirt. I'm sure he'd do a few tricks for you if you asked. Heather: Uh, no thank you. I think I've had enough entertainment for one evening. John: Okay. What was said before this conversation?
A: Heather: Hey. John. This looks a great party. [Yeah!] Thanks for inviting me.
Question: M: Well, I can't imagine. W: Do you remember Mr. Johnson? He used to live in the building next to ours. M: Oh, yes, now I remember. He had dark hair and wore glasses. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: W: Guess who I met at the grocery store this morning?
[Q]: M: Congratulations, Susan! It's said you will be promoted to manager and become my immediate boss. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Hi, Jack, I just came back yesterday. Anything new while I was away?
input: Please answer the following: W: Yes, it was fun. We took a boat trip on the Mississippi River and saw a football game. What was said before this conversation?
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output: M: Did you enjoy your trip to St. Lous?
Please answer this: Mrs. Smith: Excuse me? What do you mean? The test ended 10 minutes ago, and you weren't there to take it. Sorry. Student: Oh, Mrs. Smith. Come on. Come on. That's not fair. Mrs. Smith: What do you mean it's not fair. Everyone else was there. So, why weren't you in class? Student: Uh, my bus didn't come this morning on time. That's why. Mrs. Smith: Um. Are you sure? Your friend, Tony, made it to class, and he said you were still in bed an hour ago. Student: Uhh, yeah, well, that might be true, but I really need to take the test. Mrs. Smith: Wait. Don't you realize that you just lied to me? Student: Uh, well, listen. Mrs. Smith. Listen. My alarm didn't go off this morning, so it's not my fault I came late. Mrs. Smith: So, you're blaming your alarm clock again? It's still your responsibility to be here. Wasn't that your excuse the last two times you missed class? Student: But Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Smith: Listen. You know the policy of our program. If you miss a test for an unexcused reason ... and a lie is definitely unexcused, then you get a zero on the test. There are no exceptions. Student: Mrs. Smith. Why don't you want to help me? You never help me. I mean I really need to pass this class. Mrs. Smith: No, no. no. Listen to yourself. You're playing what we call the victim. You made some bad choices, and now you have to accept the consequences. Remember: When you point your finger at someone else, like me in this case, three fingers are pointing back at you. Student: But Mrs. Smith. I lose my scholarship if I do poorly in the class; my parents will be really disappointed in me. Mrs. Smith: I'm really sorry, but that's not my problem. [Oh, Mrs. Smith!] I can't help you with that. Don't try to shift the blame here. [Mrs. Smith!] You painted yourself into a corner. You need to be accountable for your own actions instead of trying to weasel out of your responsibility. While you aren't doing well in my class though, I must say I almost have to give you an A grade for trying to dodge the... What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: Student: Oh, Mrs. Smith. Can I take the test now? I just ..., oh.
Question: W: Not exactly. It's 6:20 pm now. But lucky for you, that flight has been delayed. M: Inever thought I'd be happier about a delay. But hey, that's great news. W: OK, may I check your luggage and tickets, please? M: Here you are. Which gate do I leave from? W: Gate 36, but I'm sorryto tell you that it's been changed to Gate 7 and your plane is taking off in 20 minutes. M: Whoops, we have to run. Let's go, kids! What was said before this conversation?
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M: I'm trying to get on Flight FA2028. Am I on time?