Question: W: Good morning, sir. I'd like to talk with you about my studies for a minute, if I may. M: Certainly, come in and have a seat. W: Thank you. I have a record of my studies for last year. Would you like to see it? M: Yes, let me see now. You are studying mathematics, aren't you?. W: Yes, I am. But I'd like to apply for admission to the engineering college next year. M: I see. Have you asked your parents for their advice about this? W: Yes, I have. They think it is a good idea. M: Well, your record here has been very good. I don't think you will have much trouble. W: I hope not. Anyway, I am going to apply. And I'd like to ask you to write a recommendation for me, if it is not too much trouble. M: No trouble at all. I'd be glad to do it. Is there anything else? W: No, sir. I think that is all. Thank you very much. M: All right, Lucy. Good luck to you. W: Thank you, Good-bye. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: Good morning, Lucy. Can I help you?
[Q]: M: Didn't you see the reading list is enormous? What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: It looks like the English course is going to be a lot of work.
input: Please answer the following: M: To dinner? What for? W: I have passed my driving test! M: Congratulations! I'm really glad to hear that. W: Thank you! I have been preparing for it for half a year, you know. And I've made it at last. M: So, where shall we have our dinner? W: How about the Friendship Hotel? I like the food and service there. M: I agree. I'll take you there in my car. W: Fine. Let's go at half past six. What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: Hi, John! I'd like to invite you to dinner this evening.
Please answer this: W: Dear, but you said you had a meeting to attend at 8:40. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: Would you turn off the alarm clock?
Problem: M: It's not nine yet. We still have a quarter to wait. What was said before this conversation?

A: F: Well, could you tell me why the library is not open yet?
input: Please answer the following: W: Yes, er...I want to see the West End. M: How much time do you have? W: Just one day. M: Well, what do you particularly want to do? W: I want to visit museums, art galleries, Buckingham Palace, do some shopping, and go to the theaters. M: But you only have one day. W: That's right. M: Well. Why not do some shopping first? W: Where can I do that? M: In Oxford Street. W: How can I get there? M: You can walk through Hyde Park. It's quite near. W: Wonderful. Thanks for your help. M: You're welcome. Have a good time! What was said before this conversation?
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output:
M: Good morning, Madam. Can I help you?