[Q]: W: Is it your wife's birthday? M: No, it's our wedding anniversary. She really likes roses. So I give her some every week. I just wish they would stay fresh longer than they do. W: If you put a little sugar in the water they will stay fresh for days. M: Really? I want to try to use white vinegar in the water and it helped a little. W: Sugar is even better. M: It is worth trying, I will tell my wife. How much do I owe you? W: Let's see. They are $ 10 a dozen. So that will be $ 5.00. M: OK. Here you are. W: Thank you. Here are the flowers. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: I'd dike some red roses.
input: Please answer the following: M: Good morning, Miss Green. What's wrong? Where are you? W: I am at home. I'm ill. I'm afraid I've got a terrible cold and a bad headache. M: I'm very sorry to hear that. Well, you'd better stay at home. W: Thank you, Mr Baker. See you tomorrow. M: See you tomorrow. Goodbye. W: Goodbye, Mr Baker. What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: [Mr Baker is very happy to see Miss Green every morning because she is a good secretary. One Monday Miss Green didn't come to work because she was ill. She had a terrible cold and a bad headache, so she phoned Mr Baker.] [The telephone rings.] Good morning, Mr Baker.
Please answer this: F: I saw it after school. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: When did you see the American film?
Problem: W: How many days do you have, Mr. Ross? M: We have three more days. We're leaving on Friday. W: Have you taken a bus tour? That's the best way to get to know the city. M: Not yet. But we hear that it's worth doing. W: Absolutely. And I think you should really visit the science museum while you are here. It's fascinating. Have you been there yet? M: No, we're going there tomorrow afternoon. W: Well, you'll love it. M: I'm sure we will. W: What about the zoo? Have you been there yet? M: Oh, yes. That was lovely. It's one of the nicest zoos I've ever seen. Even better than San Diego's. W: And if you're interested in art, you should visit the National Art Gallery. It has a famous collections of Italian paintings. M: Yes. I've read about that. We should try to get there while we are here. W: And don't forget to try some of the local restaurants. The seafood is great here. M: Yes, it certainly is! Last night we had fantastic clams. Say, would you like to join us for dinner tonight? My wife would like very much to meet you. W: That'd be lovely. Thank you. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: Miss Stewart, I wonder if you could give me some advice about where to go and what to see in the city?
Problem: Given the question: M: Richard and Marilyn bought it for me for my birthday. W: They are so kind. You are very lucky, Robbie, to have such a nice family. M: Is something wrong, Alexandra? W: No, nothing. M: Yes, there is. I can tell. What's the matter? Come on, you can tell me. What's up? W: I received a letter from my parents this morning. I miss them very much. The Molinas treat me so nicely and I like being with your family so much...but when I received the letter with photographs of my family, I cried. M: You really miss your family,don't you? W: Yes, I know I must seem silly. It's not like I have nobody. I like the Molinas very much, and they're so kind to me. M: Hey, why don't we go out for a hamburger and French fries? That'll cheer you up. And you can use my walkman. W: That's a good idea. But if you go out, please don't complain about your math teacher or your math homework, I want to have fun. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
W: Robbie, this new walkman is really wonderful.
Problem: M: For Gosh's sake! I hate being a teacher. I still have a clear memory of the terrible days when my father helped me with all my subjects. But it is strange that I made great progress in my English learning. How about you, Jessica? W: Well, I dream of being a brilliant dancer like my mother. You know, she is 43 now, and she has been dancing since she was 20 years old. M: I can't believe it! She looks quite young and has a great figure. W: Yes. She has formed a good habit of having enough fruits and vegetables every day. And more importantly, she keeps an optimistic attitude towards life which benefits her physical condition. M: Oh, I see. How I wish I had taken enough exercise. W: Come on. Don't lose heart! If you think you can, you can. Let's get rid of our bad habits and learn from our great parents. M: Why not do it right now? Shall we swim this afternoon? W: With pleasure! What was said before this conversation?

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W: Hi, Jack, have you thought about your ideal job in the future? Do you want to be an excellent math teacher like your father?