Q: M: Yes, I know. I decided to work during the evening rush hour. W: And so your dinner's cold. Why do you work so hard? M: I just start, and then I can't stop. W: You can stop any time. You don't need to keep on working at all. M: And then what could I do? W: We could move to Florida. M: Oh, Florida. Is it any better than New York? W: It's warm and sunny all year round. No more snow, no more ice. M: And what about the children and the grandchildren? W: They could come, and visit us every winter. M: And what would we do every spring, summer, and fall? W: A lot of our friends have moved to Florida. We know a lot of people there. M: Well, I'll think about it. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: It's seven o'clock already, dear.
Question: W: I can't wait to see Canada, Jason, but I'm scared stiff of the journey. My husband insists on flying, but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous. M: There's nothing to be frightened of. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day? W: I've no idea. Hundreds, I suppose. M: And how often do you hear of a crash? Once or twice a year? W: Yes, but aero-planes fly so high and fast that once is enough. M: There are more road accidents per day than air deaths per year. Air transport is really safe compared with road transport. W: I still prefer to go by sea. Ships may not travel fast but as least you can relax. I'd love a trip on a luxury liner like the Queen Elizabeth II. M: It's fine if you're a good sailor, but have you ever traveled far in a rough sea? W: No. I've only been in a boat once. I sailed down the River Thames on a sightseeing tour, but in any case I'd rather be sea - sick than dead. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Are you looking forward to your trip to Canada, Susan?
[Q]: M: Not a chance. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Do you think it will rain tonight?
input: Please answer the following: M: This saying has been scientifically proven! A year-long study of heart attack victims done at the Oakhurst Health Research Institute in California found that of those patients who spent half an hour a day watching comedy videos, 10 percent had a second heart attack, whereas 30 percent of those who did not watch had a second attack. W: Wow! Laughter is really a good medicine to patients. Can you give us another example? M: Sure! Norman Cousins, editor of the Saturday Review, learned this during a battle with an illness. He discovered that his condition improved when he enjoyed himself and watched funny movies. W: You said Norman learned this? Do we have to learn to laugh? M: Not necessarily. Since laughing is something people can do sitting down, costs no money, and requires no special exercise equipment or skill, it's the perfect workout for anyone who doesn't have the time or desire to participate in a regular fitness program. W: Oh. Do you have such a program to offer to the general public? M: Yes, we do. It's called the Smile Time-Out. You take a deep breath, smile, exhale, and say "Aaah" while visualizing all your muscles and cells smiling. Then add to that a memory of a time you felt really good and laughed and laughed. W: What about the situation in which you aren't in a mood to laugh? M: Even when you fake a smile or laugh, you get the same physiological benefits as when it's the real thing, because your mind is smart, but your body is stupid and can't tell the difference! What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: We've all heard the saying "Laughter is the best medicine." How important is it to our health, Dr. Berk?
Please answer this: 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?
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Answer: M: Hello?
Question: M: So we have to buy a birthday cake and fifteen candles. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Tomorrow we're going to celebrate birthday for Jenny.