M: No, they look so much alike that they even confused their mother sometimes when they were young. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: I often mistake Jim for Bob. Can you tell them apart?
Q: M: No. What is it like? W: It's one of the most interesting cities in the United States. It has a French Quarter, with narrow streets and little shops. Many of the shops and restaurants are French. M: There's a lot of jazz music in New Orleans, isn't there? W: Yes. You hear wonderful jazz there. New Orleans and San Francisco are my two favorite cities. Have you been to San Francisco? M: No. What is it like? W: It has lovely views, and one of the most beautiful bridges in the world - the Golden Gate Bridge. It's a very hilly city. The hills are in the middle of the town, so you have to walk up and down hills when you go anywhere. When you arrive, your car needs good brakes. M: Do you have to drive? Can't you take buses? W: Well, most people who visit San Francisco ride in the cable cars. A cable car goes on tracks, and a strong cable pulls it up the hills. M: That doesn't sound very safe. W: Don't worry. Hundreds of people ride in cable cars every day. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Have you ever been to New Orleans?
Question: W: Yes, speaking? M: Hello, it is Eric from London. W: Hello, Eric. How can I help you? M: I'm fixing up on next project team meeting, and I just want to check some possible dates with you. W: Fine, let me just get my diary. Ok, which dates are you looking at? M: I've spoken to the others, and they prefer either the third week of May or the second week of June. W: Yeah, both of the weeks are pretty clear at the moment except for the 11th of June. M: Right, I've got that. W: So where is the meeting taking place this time? M: It was going to be in London. But I spoke to Carlos in Mexico City and he suggested Chicago. He thinks it will be more convenient for most of the team. W: He's probably right. It'll certainly be much easier for me as well. Because I can fly from Toronto, and I'm sure you can find a meeting room somewhere near the airport. M: That's a good idea. I'll check up some hotels in that area and get back to you towards the end of the week. W: Fine, but I'm not in the office on Friday. M: Ok, I'll call you later in the afternoon on Thursday. W: No problem. Bye. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Is that Anne Shaw?
[Q]: Man: What's wrong? Woman: Someone ran a pen through the dryer, and now all of my clothes AND the dryer are a real mess. Man: Ugh. Wow. That's rough. Well, I have to go. I'm playing tennis with Jacob in a few minutes. Woman: NO! No way! Wait, wait. What about the mess? Man: Well, uh, what clothes did you have in there? Woman: I had two of my ... Man: They weren't mine?! Uh ... Woman: Listen. I had two of my new shirts, a pair of shorts, and some running socks, and one of your work shirts. Man: No way! Woman: And from the looks of the pen stain, you are the one who probably left a pen in your pocket from work. Man: Oooh. Uh ... Woman: Yeah. Man: How do you know? Woman: Here's the pen, and it has your company logo on it. Man: Oh. Uh ... Woman: So, look, here. Here's your phone. Man: My phone? For what? Woman: Call your friends and tell them you're going to be late. And try using this hairspray. It'll help get the ink stains out of the dryer. Man: Oohhh. Well, yeah, I guess it was my fault. Um, how about if I take you to buy some new clothes after I get back? Woman: Okay. I'd appreciate that, but please, be more careful next time. Man: Okay. Sorry. Woman: Love ya. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: Woman: Oh, man. What happened here?
input: Please answer the following: M: Yes, I heard it on the radio this morning. What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: Did you hear that the convenience store next to the gas station was held up last night?
M: Well, it's a bit difficult. There are thousands of overseas students here, you know. W: Would it be better to stay in a hotel, to share a flat, or to stay with a family? M: It would probably be better to stay with a family to begin with, Carla. W: You wouldn't recommend sharing a flat? M: No, I wouldn't move into a flat if I were you. You won't get much studying done in a flat. You'll spend half your time cooking and cleaning! W: How can I find out about families who take in students? M: There's a list at the student union building, on campus. The people at the student union should be able to help you find a family to stay with. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer:
W: What's the accommodation like in London, Ahmed?