Problem: W: Yes, nice and sunny. M: It's much better than last week. It was too warm then. W: I'm glad summer is over. I like autumn best. M: So do I. It's neither too hot nor too cold. The sky is clear and blue. W: It's a good time to have a picnic. Do you want to have one this weekend. M: I'd love to, but I think it's going to rain. The weatherman said it will. W: I don't think he's right. It hasn't rained for a week. M: But he is usually right in his weather news. W: I'm sure we'll have fine weather for our picnic. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: It's a beautiful day, isn't it?

Problem: M: Sure, but I can't leave now. I have an appointment with my professor at 3o'clock. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: John, do you want to go swimming with me today?

Problem: M: This is Frank Smith. Can I make an appointment with Dr Milton? W: Yes, of course, Mr. Smith. Can you manage this afternoon? M: I am afraid not. I can manage tomorrow. W: I am afraid Dr Milton's not on duty tomorrow. He'll be here the day after tomorrow. That's Thursday, March 27th. M: Fine. W: Will 5:30 pm be all right? M: Yes. But what time is the clinic closed? W: We start at 5:00 am and close at 7:00 pm on weekdays. We don't work on the weekends. M: I'd prefer a later time. W: Then what about 6:15 pm? M: Well, that's fine. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: Clinic, can I help you?

Problem: M: It was my doctor's advice. I'm suffering from high blood pressure. What was said before this conversation?

A:
W: So you've finally listened to your wife's advice and given up smoking?