Question: M: Sorry, I'll walk slower. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: F: You are walking too fast, I can't follow you. Please slow down.
[Q]: W: I know. It's hard. What does he need? M: Well, darling, the other day he said that he needed a car. W: Yeah, right. Well, I think that's a little beyond us. M: Yeah, it'd be fun, but it's just a little too expensive. W: There's the usual kind of thing, like a wallet or tie. M: Oh, please, not for his sixtieth. I think we should get him something more expensive than that, don't you? I mean, we want to get something good, something... W: Something unusual? M: Yeah. W: Well, how about a computer? We could get him a computer. That way we could keep in touch on email. M: No, no, no. You know him. He says he's too old to learn how to use a computer. He isn't, of course, but I don't think he'd ever use it. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: Oh, we still haven't decided what to get him.
input: Please answer the following: W: Oh, sorry, I missed you. My English class ran late again. M: That's been happening quite often recently. Maybe it's because the final exams are coming up. W: Yes. After class, there is always a group of students hanging around the professor asking questions. How about you? Are yon ready for the exams? M: I've been studying a lot recently, but my math problems are really giving me a big headache. W: Don't worry, Tom. There's still one month to go before the exam. You have enough time to work them out. M: Well, I don't need to spend much time on other subjects. I can pay more attention to my weak subjects. What was said before this conversation?
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output: M: Hi, Lily. Where were you at lunchtime? I was looking for you in the dining hall.
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?
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Answer: W: Do you think you can take me to the Grand Hotel in 30 minutes?
Problem: M: The dictionary? Oh, I am sorry. What was said before this conversation?

A: W: Did you tell Mr. Smith to bring the dictionary he promised me?
input: Please answer the following: M: If that is the only copy on the self, I'll give you a discount. What was said before this conversation?
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output:
W: I'd like this textbook, but the cover is damaged. Do you have any other copies?