Q: W: Where are we going to get that kind of money? M: It sounds like a lot, but by the time you add up the air fare, meals and hotels, it's pretty reasonable. W: But I doubt we'll all be able to go. Remember there were 32 people in the band last year. M: We can make it. For our last trip, we got some money from some companies. W: Who was in charge of money raising? M: Mary. She took care of it last time. What was said before this conversation?
A: M: I just saw Professor Black. He finished the budget for our concert tour. It's going to cost $1,500 per person.
Question: W: Good morning. Can I help you? M: Oh, good, you speak English. W: Yes. M: I'm looking for a double room for the next three nights... with a bathroom. W: That's until Thursday? M: Yes, have you got one? W: Mm. We've got a double room for tonight and tomorrow night, but not for Thursday night. M: Oh, dear. Nothing for Thursday night? W: I'm afraid not. M: Mm. And what about the price? W: 150 francs a night. That's for a double room without a bathroom. We're very full. We haven't got any more rooms with private bathrooms. M: Oh... no bathroom... Well, thanks anyway. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Hello.
[Q]: W: Since 1982. But when I went there in 1982, I planned to stay for only 6 months. M: Why did you change your mind? W: Well, I'm a designer. I design leather goods, mainly shoes, and handbags. Soon after I arrived in Florence, I got a job with one of Italy's top fashion houses, Ferregamo. So, I decided to stay. M: How lucky! Do you still work for Ferregamo? W: No, I've been a freelance designer for quite a long time now. Since 1988, in fact. M: So, does that mean you design for several different companies now? W: Yes, that's right. I've designed many fashion items for a number of Italian companies, and during the last four years, I've also been designing for the British company, Burberry's. M: What have you been designing for them? W: Mostly handbags, and small leather goods. M: Has the fashion industry in Italy changed since 1982? W: Oh, yes. It has become a lot more competitive. Because of quality of products from other countries has improved a lot. But the Italian quality and design is still world-famous. M: And do you ever think of returning to live in England? W: No, not really. Working in Italy is more interesting. I also love the Mediterranean sun and the Italian life style. M: Well, thank you for talking to us, Susan. W: It was a pleasure. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: Hello, and welcome to our program "Working Abroad". Our guest this evening is a Londoner, who lives and works in Italy. Her name's Susan Hill. Susan, welcome to the program. You live in Florence, how long have you been living there?
input: Please answer the following: W: Why won't the car go? What's wrong with the car? M: Nothing. (louder) I said that I was going to Chicago, in America. W: I know where Chicago is. When do you leave? M: Oh 5th May. The course will start the next day, 6th May. W: You're feeling sick today? Have you seen a doctor? M: No, I'm not sick. (louder) I said that the course would start on May 6th. The course ends two weeks later on May 20th. W: How many other young people are going on this course? M: 24. W: I'm sure there are plenty more, but how many? M: (louder) I said 24, Granny. W: I see. What will you have to take? M: I'll have to take lots of warm clothing. W: Nothing? You have to take nothing? What about clothes? M: (shouting) I said that I would have to take warm clothing! It's cold there! W: If you're cold, put the heater on. There's no need to shout. I'm not deaf! What was said before this conversation?
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output: M: I'm going to Chicago, Granny.
Please answer this: M: What are you studying now? W: I am taking three genera] requirements and American history and American literature this. semester. Last semester I took four requirements and freshman French. M: I believe it's not too late to change your major because you've mainly taken general requirements which all freshmen have to take. Also we have twelve electives so the mo lit courses will be included in them, so you can change your major without losing any credit hours. W: I am very happy to know I am still able to change my major. I am interested in writing newspaper articles, and after finishing my degree I would like to work for some newspaper firm. M: Oh, I think you will be a good writer. W: Dr. Steven, when do students start practical training? M: They don't begin practical training in reporting until the sophomore year. Journalism 121 normally is taken in the freshman year as a general background course. W: I see. I will take the course next semester. Thank you very much for your help. M: You're welcome. I look forward to seeing you in my department. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: Dr. Steven, I am thinking about changing my major before the end of the freshman year.
Question: Man: Well, there's something I ... Woman: We have salmon and your favorite salad. Man: Oh, yeah. That sounds ... great. Woman: Um, what's ... what's the deal? I worked really hard. Look, Look. For dessert, I made apple pie. Man: Well ... under most circumstances ... Woman: Hon. What's? You ... I've never made a pie before. It took me like three hours. Man: Well, to be honest ... Woman: What's wrong? [ Man laughing. ] Don't you like my cooking? Man: No, no, no. Woman: I worked really hard! Man: I know, I know, I know, but to be honest, I just had a hamburger, fries, and a chocolate shake. Woman: Why? WHY? Man: I'm sorry. I didn't know. Woman: I told you this morning I was making something nice. Didn't you listen? Man: I'm sorry, I forgot. I mean ... Wait ... Woman: Serious. Man: Yeah, wait. Wait, wait. What are you doing? Why are you putting the food in my shoes? Woman: So you can enjoy it as you walk to work tomorrow. Man: Oh, no. I'm sorry! What was said before this conversation?
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Woman: Hi Sweetie. Welcome home. We're ready to eat.