Q: M: Hawaii. W: That sounds like a great place to visit. Is your family going? M: Yes. We plan to go mountain climbing, fishing, swimming, and windsurfing. But most of all, we're planning to relax. My wife is taking a whole bunch of books to read. W: Your children must all be excited about it. M: Yes, they are. They're counting the days. Are you going to Europe again this summer? W: No, not this time. We're going to visit some old friends in Egypt. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Where are you going to take your vacation?

Q: M: Nothing, I'd rather not talk about it. Just don't ask. W: Come on. I think you need to let off some anger. Not have your feelings held back like that. It'll eat your life. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: You look so angry. What happened?

Q: W: Good morning. I wonder if you can help me. I'm looking for a job. M: I'll see what we can do. Uh...Have you been to us before? W: No. But you've managed to get jobs for some of my friends. So I thought, perhaps, you know... M: Yes, I see. First of all, could you give me your full name? W: Yes. of course. Susan Hollies. M: Good. And could I have your phone number? W: Yes. 7788992. M: Fine. And your date of birth, please? W: Feb. 3rd, 1980. M: Thank you. Now education. Which school did you go to? W: I went to a secondary school in South Town. M: And have you been to college? W: No. I left full-time education when I was 18. M: I see. Any qualifications? W: Yes. I gained a shorthand and typing diploma at evening classes. M: That's good. Now, where are you working at the moment? W: Well, I've got a job as a shorthand-typist. But I'm not enjoying it very much and it doesn't pay very well. M: I see. Have you applied for any other jobs? W: Yes. I thought I'd like to be a policewoman. But they turned me down because I Was too short. M: what would you like to do now. then? W: Well, I think I'd like to work in a travel agency. M: I see. I think the best thing is for me to see what we might find for you. And then... What was said before this conversation?
A: M: Ace Employment Agency. Good morning.

Q: Nancy: Uh, yeah, I guess, but I'm pinching pennies myself, and you still owe me $20 from last week. And mom and your friend Ron said you borrowed money from them this past week. [Oh, yeah.] How ARE things going anyway? Ron: Well, not very well. To be honest, I'm really in the hole, and I can't seem to make ends meet these days. Nancy: What do you mean? I thought you landed a great job recently, so you must be loaded. Ron: Well, I do have a job, but I've used my credit cards to pay off a lot of things recently, but now, I can't seem to pay the money off. Nancy: Uh, do you have a budget? I mean, how do you keep track of your income and expenses? Ron: Well, when my money runs out, I come to you. Of course. [Great!] No, but I guess I should have some financial plan. Nancy: Well, let me see if I can help you. How much money do you spend on your apartment? Ron: Uh, I pay $890 on rent for the studio apartment downtown ... not including utilities and cable TV. But the place has an awesome view of the city. Nancy: Uh, $890! Why are you paying through the nose for such a small place when you could find a cheaper one somewhere outside of the downtown area? Ron: Yeah, I guess. Nancy: Okay. How much money do you spend on food a month? Ron: Hmmm. I'm not really sure. I think I spend around $600. [$600?!] Well, I go out to eat at least four times a week, so those expenses add up. I just don't enjoy eating alone, and I don't have a knack for cooking like you do. Nancy: Well, I can understand that, but perhaps you ought to buy some microwaveable meals you could prepare at home. Ron: Well, I guess I could. Nancy: And entertainment? Ron: Well, I spend a few dollars here and there on basketball and movie tickets, a concert or two, and ballroom dance lessons. Nancy: Uh, exactly how much do you spend on all of these? Just a "few" dollars? Ron: Well, oh ... about $400 or so. Nancy: Or so? No wonder you're having money problems. You can't just blow your money on things like that! And what about... What was said before this conversation?
A:
Ron: Uh, could I borrow a few bucks until payday? I'm a little strapped for cash.