[Q]: M: That's good. Now what should we do? W: We need to plan the menu. M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind? W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe? M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret. W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret. M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken? W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old! M: Looks like you are! What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.
input: Please answer the following: M: I think so. What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: Many people say that I look like my mother.
Please answer this: M: Well, actually, Camilla and I are breaking up. W: What happened? Did you have an argument? M: No. She is really a very nice girl. W: Yeah, she is. She is pretty, caring, and easy-going. And she's a great cook! M: Well, you are right. But sometimes she's too caring... well, no... she's just possessive... and... a kind of control, you know... I need some space for myself. W: Oh? Did you talk with her about it? M: I've tried, but it didn't work. W: Oh, so, when are you going to tell her? M: Maybe tonight. I don't know. I don't know how to tell her. W: I know she is head over heels in love with you. She'll be badly hurt! M: I know. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: Hi, Ben, we're having a party tonight. Do you want to come and join us? You can bring your girlfriend.
Problem: M: See what? W: In the paper. It says, there is a man going around pretending he's from the electricity board. He's been calling at people's homes, saying he is coming to check that all their appliances are safe. Then he gets around them to make him a cup of tea, and while they are out of the room he steals their money, handbag whatever and makes off with it. M: But you know, Jane, it's partly their own fault. You should never let anyone like that in unless you're expecting them. W: It's all very well to say that. But someone comes to the door, and says electricity or gas and you automatically think they are OK, especially if they flash a card to you M: Does this man have an ID then? W: Yes, that's just it. It seems he used to work for the electricity board at one time. According to the paper the police are warning people especially pensioners not to admit anyone unless they have an appointment. It's a bit sad. One old lady told them she'd just been to the postoffice to draw her pension when he called. She said he must have followed her home. He stole the whole lot. M: But what does he look like? Surely they must have a description. W: Oh, yes they have. Let's see, in his thirties, tall, bushy dark hair, slight northern accent, sounds a bit like you actually. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: Gosh! Have you seen this, Richard?
Problem: Given the question: W: It's very hot and humid. M: Quite different from the forecast. W: The weather changes often at this time of the year. It's possible to cool down in the late afternoon. M: How are the summers here generally? W: They are usually hot and rainy. M: I have been here for about a month. It's very hot and humid. W: It's just June now. The rainy season hasn't arrived yet. M: What shall we do today? Good weekends shouldn't be wasted. W: What about swimming? M: That's a great idea. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
M: How is the weather today?
Problem: M: Take the second turn on the right and there you are. What was said before this conversation?

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W: Excuse me. Can you tell me the way to Central Square?