Problem: James: Amanda Brown. Wow! It's been a long time. Amanda: Yeah. Oh, are you going to the class reunion in two weeks? James: Uh, I heard about it, but I'm not sure. Where is it? Amanda: The reunion is going to be held at the Mountain Country Club across from City Park. James: And what time does it start? Amanda: I think it starts at 6:00. James: And how much does it cost? Amanda: It's twenty dollars a ticket, and that includes dinner and entertainment. James: What kind of entertainment are they going to have? Amanda: They're going to have a live jazz band and dancing. James: And who is organizing the event? Amanda: Do you remember Chad Phillips? James: Uh, wasn't he the quarterback on the football team? Amanda: Right. Well, he married Sarah Rogers, and they are in charge of the event. So, what do you think? Are you going? James: I don't know. I never really fit in in high school. I was kind of a loner. I also remember asking Sarah out on a date, and she turned me down. She said she was sick, and it turned out she went out with someone that same night. It could be a little awkward. Amanda: Hey, why don't we go together? James: Are you sure? Amanda: Yeah. James: Well, sure. Why not. To be honest, I always thought you were very nice. I just never had the guts to ask you out. Amanda: Well, here's your chance. James: Sounds great. So, what's your number so I can call you? Amanda: It's 435-923-6017. James: 6017, Okay. Where do you live? Amanda: I only live two blocks south of the old high school. James: Okay. I remember where you live. Let me call you a few days before to confirm things. Amanda: Sounds good. It should be fun. What was said before this conversation?

A: Amanda: Hey, I know you. You're James, right? James Roberts.
Problem: Given the question: M: The film will start at 8: 30. It's 8:00 now. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
F: Look at the clock. We'll be late.
input question: Father: Oh. I forgot about that. Joshua: You ALWAYS forget. Father: I guess I do. How much do I owe you? Joshua: Just $13. Father: Thirteen dollars!? Why do I owe you that much? Just seems like I paid you the other day. Joshua: No. You forget every Saturday, and it has been piling up. Father: Well, I'm not sure if I have that much. Joshua: Go to the bank. You have lots of money. Father: Lots of money, uh? Uh, well, I think the bank is closed. Joshua: Then, what about your secret money jar under your bed? Father: Oh, I guess I could do that. So, what are you going to do with the money? Joshua: I'm going to put some in savings, give some to the poor people, and use the rest to buy books. Father: Well, that's sounds great, Joshua. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: Joshua: Dad. Allowance day. Can I have my allowance?
M: Yes. That's right. W: When was your worst accident? M: Last year. It was during the British Grand Prix. I knocked into a wall. The car was completely destroyed and my left leg was broken. Luckily nobody was killed. W: Is that the only time you've been..., er... close to death? M: No, I had a very frightening experience quite recently. I was frightened to death! I thought I was going to be killed at any moment. W: Really? When was that? M: It was on my way to this studio. I had to drive through London during the lunch hour. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: W: You've had a very dangerous life, haven't you, Joe?
Q: W: Yes, I just got here yesterday. And you? M: I'm a native. W: Oh, really? Everyone else I've met so far has been a tourist like us. I was beginning to think that there were no natives. M: Well. San Francisco has a lot of different ethnic groups so you might think you're seeing a lot of foreigners. But actually, the city has a population of about 700 000. W: What are the different ethnic groups? M: Web, after whites, the largest one is blacks. W: I thought it was Chinese. M: It's true that San Francisco has the largest Chinese community outside of Asia. But there are many more blacks here than Chinese. W: That's interesting. Don't most of the Chinese people live in China-town? M: Well, no, they live all over the city, but China-town is definitely the center of Chinese culture here. That's where you'll find the best Chinese restaurants, bookstores, art, theaters, things like that. W: What about the Japanese? Doesn't San Francisco have a large Japanese population too? M: No, actually there are only about 12 000 Japanese people here, but we do have an area called "Japan-town" that has Japanese restaurants and bookstores. W: You seem to know a lot about this city. M: Well, most San Franciscans think their city is pretty special. We like to talk about it. Besides, I teach ethnic history at the university here. W: No wonder you know so much! What was said before this conversation?
A: M: So you're visiting San Francisco?
[Q]: W: Yes, I've been here for ten years as assistant director. M: Really? What does that involve? W: Well, I'm in charge of all the admissions of postgraduate students in the university. M: Only postgraduates? W: Yes, postgraduates only. I have nothing at all to do with undergraduates. M: Do you find that you get particular-sort of...different national groups? I mean, do you get large numbers from Latin America or... W: Yes. Well, of all the students enrolled last year, nearly half were from overseas. They were from African countries, the Far East, the Middle East, and Latin America. M: Em. But have you been doing just that for the last 10 years, or, have you done other things? W: Well, I've been doing the same job. Er, before that, I was secretary of the medical school at Birmingham, and further back, I worked in the local government. M: Oh, I see. W: So I've done different types of things. M: Yes, indeed. How do you imagine your job might develop in the future? Can you imagine shifting into a different kind of responsibility or doing something... W: Oh, yeah, from October 1, I'll be doing an entirely different job. There's going to be more committee work. I mean, more policy work, and less dealing with students, unfortunately-I'll miss my contact with students. What was said before this conversation?
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M: Sarah, you work in the admissions office, don't you?