M: You know this isn't the first time that people are saying Brazil will be a great economic power. The same thing was said over a hundred year ago. But it didn't happen. W: Yes, but you must admit the world's a very different place now. M: Of course. In fact I believe there's maybe some truth in the prediction this time around. First of all, though, we must remember the problems facing Brazil at the moment. W: Such as...? M: There's an enormous gap between the rich and the poor in this country. In Sal Paulo, you can see shopping malls full of designer goods right next door to the slam areas without proper water and electricity supplies. A lot of work needs to be done to help people in those areas improve their lives. W: What needs to be done? M: Education, for example. For Brazil to be successful, we need to offer education to all Brazilians. Successful countries like South Korea and Singapore have excellent education systems. Brazil needs to learn from these countries. W: So you are hopeful for the future. M: As I said earlier, I'm hopeful. This isn't an easy job. We need to make sure that these important opportunities for Brazil aren't wasted, as they were in the past. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: Today in the studio we have Alberto Cortez, the well-known Brazilian advocate of the anti-global movement. He's here to talk about the recent report, stating that by 2050 Brazil will be the one ot the word's wealthiest and most successful countries. Alberto, what do you say to the report?
Q: M: Yes. My mother is waiting for me there. What was said before this conversation?
A: F: Are you going to Shanghai today?
Question: W: Just one, Mr. Brown. You had a phone call from someone called Smith, Mary Smith. M: Smith? I don't know anyone called Smith. What did she say? W: She wouldn't say anything. But it sounded important. I told her you'd call her as soon as you came back. M: Well, I think I'd better do it then. Have you got her telephone number? W: Yes, it's 44356793. M: Have you written it down? W: I always do. It's on your desk. M: Thank you. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Any message for me, Miss White?
[Q]: M: I'm afraid that's impossible because I haven't been able to come up with the cash, and someone else has already made a down payment on it. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Jim, are you planning to buy that nice blue Ford car you looked at last week?
input: Please answer the following: Man: Hi, Maggie. Good, thanks. What's new with you? Woman: Oh, I was just wondering if you want to go out tonight. Man: Well, I was thinking of going to the university library to do a bit of study. What've you got on mind? Woman: I thought we just go for a walk? Maybe down the park near the beach. Man: Tonight? You must be joking! It's too cold. Woman: Oh, yes. It's too cold. But I still want to go out somewhere. That New Town Cruel Sail is on in the town. How about that? Man: OK. What time does it start? Woman: Oh, I think it's half past eight, something. I'll get a paper and have a look. Just turn on for a minute. Look, the film (have) got a fantastic review last week. Man: OK. OK. Where are we going to meet? Woman: It'd be easier if we meet at the cinema. Man: OK. Where is it? Woman: Oh, you know, the Oyiyang. Man: Where is that? Woman: Near the town hall at the opposite of the Bank. Man: Oh, yes. I know where it is. OK. Look, I'll meet you there at fifteen past eight. What was said before this conversation?
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output: Woman: Hi, Steve, how are things?
M: Yes, I did. I started it the day before yesterday. W: How do you like your new job? And how about your boss? M: Well, it's demanding, but it's very interesting. The boss seems to be very considerate. It is said that he is kind and friendly to the employees. W: So you're satisfied with the job, aren't you? M: Yes, I think I am happy with the new job. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer:
W: Did you start your new job this week?