Please answer this: W: Let me have a look. Oh, yes, go down this aisle, pass the garden tools, you'll find them on the shelf next to the light bulbs. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Would you please tell me where I can get batteries for this brand of camera?
Problem: Tim: Thanks. As you know, he had been sick for some time before he passed away, so we were somewhat prepared. Heather: So, how's your mom taking it? Tim: Oh, it's been really hard on her. I don't think you get over something like that. Heather: Yeah, I'm sure. My heart really goes out to her. [Thanks.] Uh, so how's your mom going to be able to manage things alone? Tim: Well, financially, mom will be able to live a secure life from now on. I mean, Dad had life insurance and substantial investments in property and stocks, so returns on those should take care of her. [That's good to hear.] But our main concern at this moment is her emotional state. [Yeah.] She's really down, so a call now and again should brighten her day. Heather: So, what are the funeral arrangements? The obituary in the paper didn't mention much about the funeral. Tim: Well, some of the family members will get together on Tuesday morning for a private memorial service, but there will be a viewing in the afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00, followed by the funeral service. One of my uncles will be giving the eulogy. Heather: I wish there was something I could do you. * Tim: Well, actually, there is. [Oh?]. You know, Dad really admired you a lot, and before he died, he asked if you'd sing a musical number at the funeral. Heather: Really? I'd be honored. Tim: It would really mean a lot to the family. Heather: Sure. Then, see you on Tuesday. Tim: Okay, see you then. What was said before this conversation?

A: Heather: Hi, Tim. [Hi] I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. He was such a great man.
Problem: Given the question: M: Terrible, wasn't it? Well, what did you think of Out of Africa? Do you think it was as good as the review said? W: It was a good film, but not as good as the book. I think some of the story was missing in the film. M: Yes, but you couldn't possibly fit everything that happens in a 200-page novel into a 2-hour film. There simply isn't time. W: I know, but the director should at least have tried to follow the story. M: Well, perhaps he thought he was improving the story. W: Perhaps he did, but I just don't think a film director has the right. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Oh, it's so nice to be out of the cinema. It was so hot there. I thought I'd melt.
input question: W: OK, but just a snack. We're eating supper at home tonight. M: Let's get some milk and bread. W: I don't really like milk. How about a soda? M: They say Coca-Cola makes you fat. Milk is healthier. W: Oh, if you want to be healthy, buy yoghurt. And put back those butter cookies you have in your hand. M: Alright! I'll get some juice. How about this bread? W: It looks fresh, but we'll be home soon. M: But I'm hungry now! I'll get the bread and eat it at the bus stop. W: Don't forget the juice. M: I'll get two bottles, one for you and one for me. W: Thanks, Now let's go. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: Oh, let's just go in for a minute, I'm hungry.
W: Pardon? M: The book! You haven't turned the page in the last ten minutes. W: No, Jim, I suppose I haven't. I need to get through it, though, but I keep drifting away. M: So it doesn't really hold your interest? W: No, not really. I wouldn't bother with it, to be honest, but I have to read it for a seminar. I'm at a university. M: It's a labor of labor then rather than a labor of love. W: I should say, I don't like Dickens at all really, the author, indeed, I am starting to like the whole course less and less. M: It's not just the book, it's the curse as well? W: Yeah, in a way, although the curse itself isn't really that bad, a lot of it is pretty good, in fact, and the lecturer is fine, as to me, I suppose, you see, I want to do philosophy rather than English, but my parents took me out of it. M: So the courses are OK as such, it's just that had if been left to you, you would choose a different one. W: Oh, they had my best interest and heart of course, my parents, they always do, don't they? They believe that my job prospect would be pretty limited with the degree of philosophy. Plus, they give me a really generous allowance, but I am beginning to feel that I'm wasting my time and their money. They would be so disappointed though if I told them I was quitting. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Hey, Karen, you are not really reading it, are you?
Q: Student: It's okay. I have a hard time remembering names myself. Teacher: How, uh, Karen, right? Student: No, it's Nancy. My mom's name is Karen. Teacher: Nancy. Okay. I think I heard you were from England. Student: Well, I was born there, but my parents are American. I grew up in France. Teacher: Oh, a world traveller! Student: But then we moved here when I was nine. Teacher: So, what does your father do now? Student: Well, he's a college professor, and he is in Scotland at the moment. Teacher: How interesting. What does he teach? Student: Oh, I haven't a clue. Nah, just joking. He teaches chemistry. Teacher: Oh, chemistry, and uh, what about your mother? Student: She works full time at home. Teacher: Oh, and what, does she have her own business or something? Student: Nah, she takes care of me. Teacher: Well, being a homemaker can be a real hard, but rewarding job. Student: I think so too. What was said before this conversation?
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Teacher: Oh, hi. What was your name again. I can't keep straight all the students' names this being the second day of school.