[Q]: M: Can't complain. I'm busy with my experiments in the lab but after work I often play some sports. W: Like what? M: Like tennis, running and golf. W: Golf? That's my favorite game. How often do you play, Mark? M: I usually play about once a month. What about you, Michelle? W: I play every Sunday. M: Even when it rains? W: Yes, even when it rains. I never miss a game on Sunday. M: Where do you play? W: The Lawndale country club. Do you know it? M: Yes. I was there once. You're going to play next Sunday, I suppose. W: Certainly, listen! Why don't you join me? We can have a game. M: I'd love to. What time shall we meet? W: Let's meet at the clubhouse at 1:30 in the afternoon. M: Good. See you then. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Hi, Mark, haven't seen you for ages. How are you doing?
input: Please answer the following: M: Not at all. Go ahead. W: What is the purpose of your visit to the States? M: I'm going to attend a conference on air pollution. W: When and where is this conference being held? M: It's being held in the first three weeks of February at the University of Stanford in California. W: Who will pay your expenses? M: The University of California. 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. W: That shouldn't be difficult. Why don't you phone me about January 10th? I should be able to give you an answer then. M: Thank you. What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask, if you don't mind.
Please answer this: M: It would deserve an award if it weren't for its last part. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: I think the film is good because it is scary. And the special effects are amazing.
Problem: W: There are several places. What would you like to eat? M: I'd really like a cheeseburger and some French fries. W: Well, there's a coffee shop on the next corner. It serves good food. M: OK. I'll try it. Can I get you something? W: No, I think I'll come with you. I'm longing for a nice salad. M: Do you often have lunch at this coffee shop? W: No, I usually bring my lunch from home and eat at my desk. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: Hey, Louise, where can I get some lunch around here?
Problem: Given the question: W: That sounds good, but I have French class in the morning and dance class in the afternoon. M: That's OK. The party is to start in the evening, and you can come after the dance class. W: Great! Should I bring something? M: Yes, it's a potluck party, so you should prepare something to eat. W: No problem. A roast turkey, salad, or pudding... I was wondering which to prepare. M: Anything will be fine. W: I think I'm good at pudding. I'll make banana-flavored pudding for you. M: Nice. See you then. What was said before this conversation?
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M: There will be a party at my new house this Saturday. Would you like to come?
Problem: M: See what? W: In the paper. It says, there is a man going around pretending he's from the electricity board. He's been calling at people's homes, saying he is coming to check that all their appliances are safe. Then he gets around them to make him a cup of tea, and while they are out of the room he steals their money, handbag whatever and makes off with it. M: But you know, Jane, it's partly their own fault. You should never let anyone like that in unless you're expecting them. W: It's all very well to say that. But someone comes to the door, and says electricity or gas and you automatically think they are OK, especially if they flash a card to you M: Does this man have an ID then? W: Yes, that's just it. It seems he used to work for the electricity board at one time. According to the paper the police are warning people especially pensioners not to admit anyone unless they have an appointment. It's a bit sad. One old lady told them she'd just been to the postoffice to draw her pension when he called. She said he must have followed her home. He stole the whole lot. M: But what does he look like? Surely they must have a description. W: Oh, yes they have. Let's see, in his thirties, tall, bushy dark hair, slight northern accent, sounds a bit like you actually. What was said before this conversation?

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W: Gosh! Have you seen this, Richard?