F: I don't doubt it. What surprises me is that he's still working there now that classes are about to start again. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Carl earned a lot of money over the summer vacation as a consultant to that company.
Q: M: I'm not going to bring an umbrella. It's beautiful outside! There aren't any clouds in the sky. I don't want to carry anything. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: Bring an umbrella with you to the baseball game! The weather report on the radio said it was going to rain today.
Question: W: Oh, I love it. It's so convenient. I can take the bus to work or the subway or a taxi. And there's so much to do. M: I know what you mean. I'd like to live in the city, but living in the suburbs is better for Michelle. Trees, grass. There are a lot of good things about suburban living. W: I grew up in suburbs, remember? So I know. But, as a working woman, I think New York has all the conveniences, including the best tomatoes. M: The truth is, Michelle has lived in suburbs for more than ten years. It is very hard for her to leave her friends. W: I don't think so. Michelle is at the right age. There are lots of things for her here. M: But I'm afraid that she cannot adapt herself to the new environment. W: Don't worry. It is never too late to learn or change. M: OK, I will think about it. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: You like living in New York, don't you?
[Q]: M: Don't worry. I'm very healthy. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: F: Put on your coat, or you'll catch a cold!
input: Please answer the following: M: Can I have a pound of chicken and two pounds of pork, please? W: Do you want a whole chicken, chicken wings, or some pieces without any bones in them? M: The last one. W: OK. That's $4 a pound, and the pork is going to be $6 in total. Anything else? M: No, that's it. Can I give you a credit card? W: I'm sorry, but the credit card machine is down. So it'll have to be cash or a personal check. M: Good thing. I stopped at an ATM machine on my way over here! What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: Next?
M: Not at all. Go ahead. W: What is the purpose of your visit to the United Stated? M: I am going to attend a conference on air pollution. It will be held in the first two weeks of February at the University of California. W: The University of California? M: Yes, here is the official letter of invitation. W: I see. Fine. When do you want to go? M: I'd like to leave in mid-January if my passport is ready by then. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer:
W: Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask you if you don't mind.