Problem: M: Some of these books aren't so old, though... See? This mystery was published only six years ago. It cost seventy-five cents. You can't beat that. W: Hey! Look at this! M: What? Are you getting interested in nineteenth century poetry all of a sudden? W: No. Look at the inscription! Someone gave this book as a present, and wrote a note on the inside of the front cover. It's dated 1893. Maybe it's worth something. M: Everything on that shelf is worth fifty cents. W: But if this is a signature of someone who is well known, it might bring a lot more. I hear William Shakespeare's signature is worth about a million dollars. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: I enjoy going through a secondhand bookstore, don't you? It's interesting to see what people used to enjoy reading. Did you see this old book of children's stories?
Problem: Given the question: W: I came down here as soon as I could. M: Derrick is in his classroom with Mr. Green right now. W: My son is a good student. He's never gotten into a fight before. His father and I are taking this very seriously. What was said before this conversation?
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M: Thank you for coming today, Mrs. Dobson.
input question: W: Hello. Is that Mr. Jackson? M: Yes, it is. W: Mr. Jackson. I am a reporter from the TV station at school. As far as I know, you are a very successful teacher and quite popular among the students, so I want to ask you some questions. M: OK. W: Do you often give homework to your students after class? M: It depends. Maybe once or twice a week. W: Do you think it is good for your students to do a lot of homework? M: No, I don't think so. Too much homework takes too much of their free time. I seldom give homework to my students on the weekend. They need time to relax and rest, especially on weekends. W: You are a great teacher. By the way, what do you do in your free time? M: I'm a very good football player. My team won first place in our city tournament last year. W: Congratulations! Well, thank you for your help. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: Hello?
Ronald: Yes, I'd like to make an appointment to see Dr. Carter, please. Receptionist: Is this your first visit? Ronald: Yes it is. Receptionist: Okay. Could I have your name please? Ronald: Yes. My name is Ronald Schuller. Receptionist: And may I ask who referred you to our office? Ronald: Uh, I drove past your office yesterday. Receptionist: Okay. How about the day after tomorrow on Wednesday at 4:00 O'clock? Ronald: Uh. Do you happen to have an opening in the morning? I usually pick up my kids from school around that time. Receptionist: Okay. Um ... how about Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. or Thursday at 8:15 A.M.? Ronald: Uh, do you have anything earlier, like 7:30? Receptionist: No. I'm sorry. Ronald: Well, in that case, Thursday would be fine. Receptionist: Okay. Could I have your phone number please? Ronald: It's 643-0547. Receptionist: Alright. And what's the nature of your visit? Ronald: Uh ... Receptionist: Yes sir. Ronald: Well, to tell the truth, I fell from a ladder two days ago while painting my house, and I sprained my ankle when my foot landed in a paint can. I suffered a few scratches on my hands and knees, but I'm most concerned that the swelling in my ankle hasn't gone down yet. Receptionist: Well, did you put ice on it immediately after this happened? Ronald: Well yeah. I just filled the paint can with ice and ... Receptionist: And so after you removed the paint can ... Sir, sir, Mr. Schuller, are you still there? Ronald: Well that's part of the problem. Uh, the paint can is still on my foot. Receptionist: Look, Mr. Schuller. Please come in today. I don't think your case can wait. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: Receptionist: Dr. Carter's Office.
Q: M: Hi, Susan. Not so well as to be expected. I've left my position. I can't bear the rudeness of my boss any longer. W: What are you going to do then? M: No idea. Anyway, I've got to think about it seriously. And you? W: I've been very successful as a dancer. I like this kind of life. It is so exciting. M: You can't do that forever. W: No. But I've decided to open a dance school once I've moved to the top. A lot of young dancers need better training. M: That's a wonderful idea. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Hi, David. I haven't seen you for ages. How are you getting along with your work?
[Q]: W: I'm sorry but I was just going out shopping. I need to get the blouse suits my pants. They had to order it, and it just arrived this morning. What was said before this conversation?
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M: Would you like to go to the beach this afternoon? Hill and Mary are coming, too.