Problem: Given the question: M: Of course. I think she'd appreciate it. Imaging how you both feel if she fixed the turkey dinner or something. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Tony's mother has invited me to dinner. Do you think I should tell her in advance that I'm a vegetarian?
input question: M: Not too good. W: Well, the term exam is always more difficult. Work harder, and you'll certainly do better next time. M: I've worked hard enough, I think, but unluckily, I have never done well in the exam. W: Well, it's no use worrying about the exam now. Let's talk about the football game tonight. It's much more interesting. M: Is there a football game on TV tonight? W: Yes it's between the Chinese team and the Japanese team. M: ... Er I'd rather watch some other programmes. W: Why? You're so interested in football. M: The Chinese team has always played badly in the important match, just as I have done in the important exam. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: W: Hello, John. How was your French exam yesterday?
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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Answer: W: Hi, Mark, haven't seen you for ages. How are you doing?
Q: Mrs. Smith: Excuse me? What do you mean? The test ended 10 minutes ago, and you weren't there to take it. Sorry. Student: Oh, Mrs. Smith. Come on. Come on. That's not fair. Mrs. Smith: What do you mean it's not fair. Everyone else was there. So, why weren't you in class? Student: Uh, my bus didn't come this morning on time. That's why. Mrs. Smith: Um. Are you sure? Your friend, Tony, made it to class, and he said you were still in bed an hour ago. Student: Uhh, yeah, well, that might be true, but I really need to take the test. Mrs. Smith: Wait. Don't you realize that you just lied to me? Student: Uh, well, listen. Mrs. Smith. Listen. My alarm didn't go off this morning, so it's not my fault I came late. Mrs. Smith: So, you're blaming your alarm clock again? It's still your responsibility to be here. Wasn't that your excuse the last two times you missed class? Student: But Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Smith: Listen. You know the policy of our program. If you miss a test for an unexcused reason ... and a lie is definitely unexcused, then you get a zero on the test. There are no exceptions. Student: Mrs. Smith. Why don't you want to help me? You never help me. I mean I really need to pass this class. Mrs. Smith: No, no. no. Listen to yourself. You're playing what we call the victim. You made some bad choices, and now you have to accept the consequences. Remember: When you point your finger at someone else, like me in this case, three fingers are pointing back at you. Student: But Mrs. Smith. I lose my scholarship if I do poorly in the class; my parents will be really disappointed in me. Mrs. Smith: I'm really sorry, but that's not my problem. [Oh, Mrs. Smith!] I can't help you with that. Don't try to shift the blame here. [Mrs. Smith!] You painted yourself into a corner. You need to be accountable for your own actions instead of trying to weasel out of your responsibility. While you aren't doing well in my class though, I must say I almost have to give you an A grade for trying to dodge the... What was said before this conversation?
A: Student: Oh, Mrs. Smith. Can I take the test now? I just ..., oh.
Question: M: What do you want to know? What was said before this conversation?
Answer: W: Can I ask you some questions about your vacation?
Please answer this: M: Well, that's not a big deal. But you might at least phone if you know you're going to keep someone waiting. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer:
W: I hope you're not too put out with me for the delay. I have to stop by friends' home to pick up a book on my way here.