Problem: M: Neither, thanks. A cup of water will be OK. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: What would you like, a cup of tea or a glass of coffee?

Problem: W: No, you may read them in the reading room over there. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: Excuse me. If I want to read the newspapers, can I take them out?

Problem: W: What a terrible memory you have! Anyway, I won't need it until Friday night. As long as I can get it by then, OK? What was said before this conversation?

A: M: Oh, I'm so sorry I forgot to bring along the book you borrowed from the library.

Problem: M: That's not a bad idea. There's a new Mexican restaurant around the corner. They say it's good. What was said before this conversation?

A:
W: I am completely exhausted. Why don't we dine out tonight? I don't remember the last time you took me out to dinner.