Q: M: But he was actually covering what we should learn. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Mr. Stone's lessons were a waste of time. He was always telling Funny stories.
Question: M: Umm... I want to know when "Operation Red Sea" is showing today. W: There are 6 showings today, one in the morning, another at noon, and then 3 p.m., 6 p.m., 9 p. m., and a midnight showing. M: OK, I want 5 tickets for the 9 p.m. showing tonight. Are there still 5 tickets available that are seated together? W: I'm sorry, there are only 3 tickets left. How about the 6 p.m. showing? There are still 7 tickets left for that show. M: But we have a date for dinner at 5 p.m., so we won't make the beginning of the movie. W: So would you like to see another movie? "Detective China Town 2" is very popular, too. M: No, we all want to see this one. Is there any way that we could buy tickets now for Friday's screens? W: You can order tickets right now for the next three days. It's Wednesday today. So, that's OK. What time would you like? M: The 9 p.m. showing. I think there might be more people who want to see the movie on Friday. How many tickets can I buy at one time? W: The limit for advanced tickets is 10. M: OK, I'll have 8 tickets for the showing of "Operation Red Sea". Are the tickets available? W: Yes, you're lucky. M: By the way, when can I pick up the tickets? W: You can have them right now if you pay for them. M: Great! Thanks! What was said before this conversation?
Answer: W: Welcome to Wanda International Cinema. Can I help you?
[Q]: W: Oh, sorry. I'm afraid I can't. I'm seeing my Mum off at the airport at 7:30. What was said before this conversation?
****
[A]: M: Shall we see a film this evening?
input: Please answer the following: Sarah: You're welcome, Jimmy. News Reporter: It's, uh, James. Sarah: Whatever ... News Reporter: Well, let's start off the interview with a few basic questions. First of all, where are you from? Sarah: Well, I'm originally from Miami, but we moved to New York when I was three years old. [Oh.] I lived there until I was 17, and then I moved to Los Angeles to be an actress. News Reporter: Okay, and where did you go to college? Sarah: I attended Fernando's School of Acting, and all of my teachers LOVED my acting. News Reporter: And, did you have a part-time job while you were in school? Sarah: Yeah. I worked at a movie theater, and everyone LOVED the way I made the popcorn. News Reporter: Really. Okay, and how old are you now? Sarah: Well, I'm only 20, but everyone I know says I look at LEAST 22. News Reporter: Oh, right. Okay. And, what are you hobbies outside of acting? Sarah: Oh, I love shopping for clothes and makeup and, and .... Did I say I love shopping for clothes? News Reporter: Well, you DID say clothes ... Sarah: Oh, yeah. Well, do you want to take some pictures of me ... you know, for your homepage or your blog and you can even use them on your Facebook fan page. News Reporter: Uh, I think we'll be okay. Sarah: Okay, well, um ... Oh, oh look, all of my fans. Hey, gotta go, honey. Hi everyone. What was said before this conversation?
++++++++++
output: News Reporter: Hello. This is James Goodfellow from Channel 4 news. Today, we are interviewing Sarah Roberts, the star of the new movie, Zombies on Mars Part 4. Sarah, uh, thanks for joining us.
Please answer this: M: It depends. If the traffic isn't too heavy... Anyhow, I'll try my best. You've got enough time. W: How much should I pay? M: $12.75, please. W: Thanks a lot. Here's $15. Give me $1.00 back, please. What was said before this conversation?
++++++++
Answer: W: Do you think you can take me to the Grand Hotel in 30 minutes?
Question: W: Six thirty. M: I'd better get ready. W: Where are you going? M: Haven't made up our minds yet. Maybe to a restaurant, or perhaps to the movies first. W: Why don't you go and see Citizen Kane at the Classic Film Festival? It's supposed to be great. M: Oh, maybe we will. Psycho is also playing. I've heard it's really good, too. W: If you like horror films with lots of blood. Personally I don't. Well, I really should be going. Do you want to go swimming tomorrow? M: I'd be glad to, but I might have to go to the studio and do some work. Can I let you know the first thing in the morning? W: Sure. That'll be fine. M: Oh, there's the phone. It must be Tracy. W: Well, I'd better be going then. Have a good time tonight. M: Thanks. I'll ta lk to you tomorrow. What was said before this conversation?
Answer:
M: Oh, no! I'm supposed to meet her at seven sharp. What time is it now?