[Q]: M: Maybe we can find something in cotton or silk. Please come this way. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: I'd like to exchange the shirt. I've learned that the person I bought it for is allergic to wool.
input: Please answer the following: W: Sure. I was responsible for overseeing about 30 employees. I did all of the ordering for the store, and I kept track of the inventory. M: What was the most difficult part of your job? W: Probably handling angry customers. We didn't have them very often, but when we did, I needed to make sure they were well taken care of. After all, the customer is always right. M: That's how we feel here too. How long did you work there? W: I was there for three and a half years. I left the company last month. M: And why did you leave? W: My husband has been transferred to Boston. And I understand your company has an opening there too. M: Yes, that's right. We do. But the position won't start until early next month. Would that be a problem for you? W: No, not at all. My husband's new job doesn't begin for a few weeks. So we thought we would spend some time driving to Boston and stop to see my parents. M: That sounds nice. So tell me, why are you interested in this particular position? W: I know that your company has a great reputation, and a wonderful product. I've thought many times that I would like to be a part of it. When I heard about the opening in Boston, I jumped to the opportunity. M: Well I'm glad you did. What was said before this conversation?
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output: M: I see on your resume that you worked as a manager of a store called "Computer Country". Could you tell me a little more about your responsibilities there?
Please answer this: W: Are you sure? I think it should be the day after tomorrow. M: Well, let me see. Oh, I'm sorry. You're fight. It is the day after tomorrow. Shall we buy her a gift? W: Yes, of course. Shall we get her a new pen? M: That sounds good. But I think it's better to buy her a box of chocolates. W: Julia doesn't like sweet things. Didn't you know that? M: You're right. Er... I know. We can give her a record, for she loves music very much. W: That's great. Let's go to the music shop now. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: It's Julia's birthday tomorrow.
Problem: M: Well, I'm not really sure. I'm just looking. W: I see. Well, there's plenty to look at again this year. I'm sure you'd have to walk miles to see each stand. M: That's true. W: Would you like a coffee? Come and sit down for a minute. No obligation. M: Well, that's very kind of you. But... W: No, please, is this the first year you've been to the fair, Mr. ...? M: Yes. Johnson. James Johnson. W: My name's Susan Carter. Are you looking for anything in particular or are you just interested in computers in general? M: Well, actually, I have some specific jobs in mind. I own a small company. We've grown quite dramatically over the past 12 months and we really need some technological help to enable us to keep on top of everything. W: What's your line of business, Mr. Johnson? M: We are a training consultancy. W: I see. And what do you need to keep on top? M: The first thing is correspondence. We have a lot of standard letters and forms. So I suppose we need some kind of word processor. W: Right. Well, that's no problem. But it may be possible for you to get a system that does a lot of other things in addition to word processing. What might suit you is the MR5000. That's over there. It's IBM compatible. M: What about the price? W: Well, the MR5000 costs 1,050 pounds. Software comes free with the hardware. M: Well, I'll think about it. Thank you. W: Here's my card. Please feel free to contact me. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: Morning. Can I help you?
Problem: Given the question: M: Oh, but his brother Jerry is just the opposite. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Bill is a person who is very shy and quiet. He rarely says a thing. I just can't bear with him sometimes as he speaks too little.
Problem: W: This evening. M: How are you getting there, by air or by train? W: By train. It leaves at 5:00 and arrives in Beijing at 7:10 tomorrow morning. M: Oh, only 14 hours. Is anybody seeing you off this evening? W: Yes, my parents are going with me to the station to see me off. M: That's good! How long are you staying in Beijing for your holiday? W: Only four days. Well, I must be off now. See you when I get back. M: OK. Good luck and have a good trip! W: Thanks. Goodbye! What was said before this conversation?

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M: Hello, Lucy. When are you going off to Beijing?