Problem: W: Football. M: Soccer or rugby? W: I prefer soccer. It's a splendid game. But, like most of us, I just watch it. I watch a soccer match nearly every Saturday afternoon either at the local stadium or on TV. What about you, John?Do you play football? M: I'm afraid not. And I don't watch it either. I know it's Britain's most popular outdoor game, but I never liked it, not even when I was at school. W: But don't you watch the Cup finals and the great international matches between British teams and other national teams? M: Very rarely. My favourite game is cricket. I used to be quite a good cricket player when I was at school and I've kept it up ever since. W: It's a very English game, isn't it? M: Yes, it is. It has become popular in the Commonwealth countries. Do you ever watch the matches between England and the other Commonwealth countries?They're very interesting and exciting. W: Yes, I watch them on TV. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: What's your favourite sport, Susan?
Problem: Given the question: M: Richard and Marilyn bought it for me for my birthday. W: They are so kind. You are very lucky, Robbie, to have such a nice family. M: Is something wrong, Alexandra? W: No, nothing. M: Yes, there is. I can tell. What's the matter? Come on, you can tell me. What's up? W: I received a letter from my parents this morning. I miss them very much. The Molinas treat me so nicely and I like being with your family so much...but when I received the letter with photographs of my family, I cried. M: You really miss your family,don't you? W: Yes, I know I must seem silly. It's not like I have nobody. I like the Molinas very much, and they're so kind to me. M: Hey, why don't we go out for a hamburger and French fries? That'll cheer you up. And you can use my walkman. W: That's a good idea. But if you go out, please don't complain about your math teacher or your math homework, I want to have fun. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
W: Robbie, this new walkman is really wonderful.
input question: W: Oh, David. Do you really have to go? You know the Johnsons are coming around to see us tonight. M: Yes, I know. But I can't help it. They'll have to come some other time. W: Then we won't be able to go to the theatre tomorrow. M: No, I am afraid we have to change all our plans. W: All right. David, when exactly are you leaving then? M: I am taking the 7 o'clock plane to Rome. W: Are you coming home before you go to the airport? M: I am afraid I can't. I am still having a talk with my boss here. W: What about your suitcase? M: I am afraid you'll have to pack it for me. W: And who is fetching it for you? M: You'll bring it, darling. W: Why me? M: Because you are coming with me. It's your birthday on Saturday and this trip is my birthday present for you. I'll meet you at the airport, three quarters before the flight. Don't forget anything and don't be late. See you later, darling. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: Hello, darling. I've just heard I have to go to Italy for a couple of days. I am flying this evening.
M: Just the delivery boy with a parcel for our neighbor. Shd and her husband are visiting their daughter in Canada, so I'll keep it until they get back. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: I thought I heard someone at the door.
Q: Man: Yes, I'd like to reserve a room for two on the 21st of March. Hotel Clerk: Okay. Let me check our computer here for a moment. The 21st of May, right? Man: No. March, not May. Hotel Clerk: Oh, sorry. Let me see here. Hmmm. Man: Are you all booked that night? Hotel Clerk: Well, we have one suite available, complete with a kitchenette and a sauna bath. And the view of the city is great, too. Man: How much is that? Hotel Clerk: It's only $200 dollars, plus a 10% room tax. Man: Oh, that's a little too expensive for me. Do you have a cheaper room available either on the 20th or the 22nd? Hotel Clerk: Well, would you like a smoking or a non-smoking room? Man: Non-smoking, please. Hotel Clerk: Okay, we do have a few rooms available on the 20th; we're full on the 22nd, unless you want a smoking room. Man: Well, how much is the non-smoking room on the 20th? Hotel Clerk: $80 dollars, plus the 10% room tax. Man: Okay, that'll be fine. Hotel Clerk: All right. Could I have your name, please? Man: Yes. Bob Maexner. Hotel Clerk: How do you spell your last name, Mr. Maexner? Man: M-A-E-X-N-E-R. Hotel Clerk: Okay, Mr. Maexner, we look forward to seeing you on March 20th. Man: Okay. Goodbye. What was said before this conversation?
A: Hotel Clerk: Hello. Sunnyside Inn. May I help you?
[Q]: M: Good morning, Miss. A friend of mine suggested I call you to hire some bikes. W: Oh, yes. A lot of people do this these days. M: Yes, we're just on holiday here for a few days and they said it would be a good idea to see the island by bicycle. W: Well, it certainly is. And most people rent a motor bike because you can get around faster and even go to the beach if you like. M: If I wanted to hire 2 motor bikes tomorrow morning for 2 days, would there be any problem? W: No problem at all. May I know your name? M: It's Green, G-R-E-E-N. W: And your telephone number? M: I'm at the Holiday Sun Hotel. My number is 0708112, I'm in Room 1203. By the way, is your bike rental shop at No.100 Teckman Street? W: That's right. M: OK, then, I'll see you tomorrow morning. Thanks a lot. W: I'll see you then. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Good morning, this is Burt's Bicycle Rental.