[Q]: M: Oh, it's you, dear. Sorry I had to rush off this morning. How are the boys? W: I'm taking them to the doctor at twelve o'clock, but I'm sure they're going to be all right. M: That's good. What about you? W: Oh, I'm better now, don't worry. I'm going to make a birthday cake for tomorrow. And... I've got a camera for Peter and some records for Paul. M: You shouldn't have done that. They need to learn how to save money. I'm going to put away some money in the bank for them. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Hello. Jean Williamson speaking.

[Q]: W: Oh,sorry. I'll just move my things. Hold on a minute. M: Thanks. Phwoo...I've been waiting in departure for ages. W: Mmm...The flight was delayed leaving Beijing. Security checks, you know. M: Yeah. Same here. W: Are you going to London, then? M: Yes. I'm going to the LSE to do a master's degree in International Relations. W: Really? That sounds interesting. You must be really clever. M: So are you going to London too? W: Well actually, I'm going to the University of Middlesex to do Business Studies. M: That sounds interesting. W: Well actually, it's my parents who want me to do Business Studies. I'd rather study Philosophy, but my dad wants me to take over the family business. He thinks Business Studies will make me rich. M: Well, nobody wants to be poor...ah, here's the drinks trolley. What would you like? W: A Coke, please,I'm sorry...I don't know your name... M: Oh, sorry. I forgot...Ali. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: Hi. I think I'm sitting next to you. Seat 35B.

[Q]: M: Yes, I feel like in fire! What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: F: What a terrible day!

[Q]: M: Yes, please. I want to buy a personal gift for my brother. He's taking a trip to South America. W: Is he going by ship or by plane? M: He's flying. My gift will have to be something light in weight. What can you suggest? W: What about this leather wallet? It's made of crocodile leather. M: My sister has already given him one. I'd like something unusual. W: Here is a gift for the man who has everything. M: Oh,a folding toothbrush. That's a wonderful idea. How much is it? W: 3. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]:
W: May I help you,sir?