input: Please answer the following: W: Yes,the teacher expects us to get the first five on the list. M: Are you going to buy them? W: I don't know. These books are expensive. And I don't have a lot of money on me. M: How about sharing them with me? W: Sounds good. M: Let's do this. I will buy three and you buy two of them. W: I would rather do it this way: we pay fifty-fifty for the books now. M: And Then? W: At the end of the course you can take the books you like and I will take the ones I like. M: What if we both like the same books? W: Come on,we are not going to argue over that,are we? M: I was just joking. It's definitely a better idea. W: Then let's get the books as soon as possible. What was said before this conversation?
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output: M: Did you see the list of books for this course?
Please answer this: W: I'm leaving on Sunday night. M: What's your schedule? W: I arrive in Wellington on Monday, attend a conference there on Tuesday, and leave for Brisbane early Wednesday morning. M: How long will you stay there? W: I'll see our new agent Mr. Graig there on Thursday. I'm free on Friday, but I'm catching the 10 o'clock plane on Saturday to go to the fair in Sydney. M: You've got a full schedule. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: When are you leaving?
Problem: W: Oh, it was Sally. You know, she always has the latest news in town and can't wait to talk it over with me. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: You've been hanging on to the phone for quite a while. Who were you talking with?
Problem: Given the question: Ryan: Hi, Sarah. My name is Ryan, nd I'm 27 years old, and I work as a doctor at City Hospital. I enjoy reading books on history, hiking with my dog, Amelia, and eating Japanese food. I also like a woman who loves adventure, is open to new ideas, and likes discussing world politics and government. Game Show Host: Okay. Well, thank you, Ryan. Let's go on to Contestant Number 2. Nate: Hi. I'm Nate. I'm 24 years old, and I am a guitar player in a rock band. I love traveling to new countries, watching action movies, and playing video games with my friends. And I love women who like my music, don't mind loud rock music, and a person who loves a good cheeseburger over the grill. I think I'm the man for you. Game Show Host: Well, thank you Nate. That's Contestant Number 2. Let's go on to Contestant Number 3. Charles: Hello. My name is Charles. I'm 29 years old, and I teach English at the University of Utah. In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, gardening, and raising chickens in my back yard. I also help feed the homeless once a week. I also speak three languages, and I prefer women who have a good sense of humor, and cook all kinds of food, and who find joy in serving others. Game Show Host: Well, there we have it. Three contestants. And we will have Sarah ask these contestants questions after right after this commercial break. What was said before this conversation?
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Game Show Host: Hello, everyone and welcome to the Dating Game, where men and women meet the people of their dreams. Now, let's have our contestants introduce themselves, and then Sarah can ask some questions. Here we go. Contestant number one.
input question: W: The sociology text professor Smith uses in his course. M: You had better read it if you want to pass the course. W: But it is too expensive. I simply can't afford it. M: How much does it cost? W: It costs 40 dollars. M: Did you check the used book section here? Maybe they have one. W: No, they don't. I have asked. M: Why don't you get it from the library? W: Are you joking? I've been trying for months and the book is always out. There are more than 45 students in the course and every single one wants the book. M: Listen, you know my roommate, Henry, don't you? He took the same course last year and I believe he owns the book. I'll ask him if he'll lend it to you. W: Oh, Tom, that would settle everything. That's very kind of you. M: My pleasure. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: M: What's that book you just picked up?
input question: M: Why not? It's Saturday afternoon, isn't it? W: Yes, but there's so much to do around the house. M: It can wait. W: We ought to finish washing down the kitchen walls and cupboards. M: We can do that tomorrow. We don't have to do it today. W: All right. But we must do it tomorrow, because the painters are coming on Monday. M: Yes. And that reminds me. I must do something about that leak under the kitchen sink. W: That's a good idea. M: Talking about washing down the kitchen-where's Bob? W: He's having lunch with Georgia. M: What! Again? W: He should be in soon. M: He shouldn't spend so much time with that girl. W: You must be patient, David. Nineteen's a very difficult age, you know. M: Yes, I know. But he ought to be studying more. What was said before this conversation????
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W: David, we shouldn't sit here doing nothing.