Problem: Paul: Yeah, well, as you know, I really don't like to hunt. [That's okay!] But I only came because my sister twisted my arm.[Ah, that's okay!] I didn't realize I was marrying into a family of hunters. Dan: Shh. Quiet. I can see some deer down there, I think. You'll scare the deer away. They have a great sense of hearing and smell, so we have to remain out of sight. Paul: Well, as you know, I really don't eat much meat ... Dan: You don't have to eat it. I'll take care of that. Just get ready. As soon as the sun comes up in a few minutes, you can often see the deer down in that meadow. You see that stream down there. [Yeah. ]We just need to quietly get a little closer. Paul: Uh, Dan. How about if I just wait here and watch, you know, watch our stuff? Dan: No, man. We'll have a better chance at bagging a deer if we're together. Paul: Uh, man, I forgot my ammo back at the truck. What a bummer! I guess I'll just have to sit here and watch. Dan: Are you crazy? Here. Take these shells and load your rifle. Taken 'em. Take 'em. Paul: Uh. [cough, cough, cough ..] Hey deer. If you're out there, run! Dan: What are you doing? Cut it out! There's a huge deer now. Ah, he's mine! Watch this! Paul: Run, Bambi. Dan: [Bang, bang, bang.] What did you do that for? Paul: Yes, [looking confused ...] Why are you reloading? They're gone. Dan: Stand around here for much longer, and you'll see. Any last words? What was said before this conversation?

A: Dan: Hey. Paul. Thanks for coming on this hunting trip with me. When my friend came down with the flu and couldn't make it, your sister wasn't going to let me go alone. You know, for safety reasons.
Problem: Given the question: W: If you're in a hurry, you should take a taxi. But it's kind of expensive. M: I'm in no particular hurry. W: Well, in that case, take an airport bus then. It will cost you only about $5. M: That cannot be a better idea. What was said before this conversation?
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M: What's the best way to downtown?
input question: Mrs. Smith: Excuse me? What do you mean? The test ended 10 minutes ago, and you weren't there to take it. Sorry. Student: Oh, Mrs. Smith. Come on. Come on. That's not fair. Mrs. Smith: What do you mean it's not fair. Everyone else was there. So, why weren't you in class? Student: Uh, my bus didn't come this morning on time. That's why. Mrs. Smith: Um. Are you sure? Your friend, Tony, made it to class, and he said you were still in bed an hour ago. Student: Uhh, yeah, well, that might be true, but I really need to take the test. Mrs. Smith: Wait. Don't you realize that you just lied to me? Student: Uh, well, listen. Mrs. Smith. Listen. My alarm didn't go off this morning, so it's not my fault I came late. Mrs. Smith: So, you're blaming your alarm clock again? It's still your responsibility to be here. Wasn't that your excuse the last two times you missed class? Student: But Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Smith: Listen. You know the policy of our program. If you miss a test for an unexcused reason ... and a lie is definitely unexcused, then you get a zero on the test. There are no exceptions. Student: Mrs. Smith. Why don't you want to help me? You never help me. I mean I really need to pass this class. Mrs. Smith: No, no. no. Listen to yourself. You're playing what we call the victim. You made some bad choices, and now you have to accept the consequences. Remember: When you point your finger at someone else, like me in this case, three fingers are pointing back at you. Student: But Mrs. Smith. I lose my scholarship if I do poorly in the class; my parents will be really disappointed in me. Mrs. Smith: I'm really sorry, but that's not my problem. [Oh, Mrs. Smith!] I can't help you with that. Don't try to shift the blame here. [Mrs. Smith!] You painted yourself into a corner. You need to be accountable for your own actions instead of trying to weasel out of your responsibility. While you aren't doing well in my class though, I must say I almost have to give you an A grade for trying to dodge the... What was said before this conversation????
output answer: Student: Oh, Mrs. Smith. Can I take the test now? I just ..., oh.
M: Oh! Not too bad. I have been busy writing an article. W: Really? Have you finished it? M: Yes. I finished it yesterday. W: Congratulations! Are you doing something this evening? M: No, nothing important. Why? W: Well, do you feel like going to a concert? I have two tickets. M: Oh. Good idea. I want to do something relaxing, and I like music very much. W: Great. I'll meet you at your house at seven. Is that OK? M: OK! See you at seven. W: All right. See you then. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: Hello, Tom. I haven't seen you for some time. How are you doing?
Q: M: It was hit by a car yesterday. W: Good God! Were you hurt? M: I'm all right. I was not riding it then. W: Oh, good for you! But what happened? M: I was in a hurry yesterday and I put the bike at the back of a car. W: The driver didn't see it and... M: And the bike was run over by the car. Both its wheels were damaged. They are being repaired now. W: It was lucky that you didn't get hurt. M: Yeah. But it's a pity I can't ride my bike this weekend. W: Oh. Did you have a weekend plan? M: Yeah. I planned to go sightseeing with friends by bike. W: Well, you can use mine if you'd like to. M: Thank you very much. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: What's the matter? Your bike is in bad shape.
[Q]: M: Oh, it doesn't matter. Take it easy. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Mr. Robert, I'm afraid I can't hand in the letter because the typewriter is broken.