W: Haven't you heard? Where have you been anyway? M: I just got back from visiting the plant in Chicago. W: Well, there are a lot of changes being made here this week. M: Yes, I see. But what are they? W: For one thing, Martha and Jim are leaving. M: Where are they going?Did they get a higher position? W: Martha's going to the office in Atlanta. She is going to be in charge of the whole southern market. M: That sounds like a good position to me. What about Jim? W: He is going to manage the plant in California. M: And you? What about you? Are you going to rise to a higher position? W: Not yet, but I'm hoping I will. M: Don't you want to get a raise? I'd like the job in California. W: No, I want to stay here at the company office. This is the place to get noticed by top management. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: M: What's going on around here? Why is everyone changing offices?
Q: W: Yes. I do. Tony, you've been an editor at The Readers' Digest for years - could you introduce me to any reporters in your company? M: Sure. I'll introduce you to Henry. He reports on a number of topics,so he can give you advice on how to deal with a variety of topics. W: Thanks. M: And I'll also introduce you to Sam. He's very good at writing story details. W: That's great. Anyone else? M: Let me think...David is a great reporter,too. He is a really pleasant man. I think he can give you some good advice on how to deal with anybody you might meet. W: Great. When can I meet them? What was said before this conversation?
A: M: Jenny, I've heard you want to be a reporter.
Question: Ronald: Uh, hello, uh yeah. Hi, Stephanie, or Steffi. Uh, I can't do this? Oh yeah. Uh. Yes, Stephanie, my name is Ronald, but my friends call me Ron. My parents call me, well, forget about that. Uh, I'm originally from Canada, but I grew in Texas. I'm 24 years old, and uh, I graduated from high school about five years ago, and I'm the manager of an exotic pet shop. We carry all kinds of birds, and snakes, and spiders, and fish. We even have one snake that is about four meters long, but I keep him at home. And oh, yeah. Um, my hobbies. I fish, hunt, and ride horses in my free time. My favorite foods are beef, beef, and beef. I don't eat many vegetables, except potatoes with my beef. And, oh yeah, I sometimes eat apples and beef sometimes. I have two brothers. Both of them live with me because they don't have jobs, and my mom lives with me, and I have three dogs: Brutus, Charlie, and Samantha. Oh, and one more thing. This might seem strange, but I enjoy reading poetry. So, that's about it. I hope to hear from you. You can call me if you want. The number is 789-1350. Yeah, uh, right. Catch later, alligator. Oh, oh, that's so stupid. Uh, oh, Good-bye. What was said before this conversation?
Answer: Stephanie: Hi, this is Stephanie. I can't answer the phone right now. I'm away, but feel free to call, leave a message, or text. Alright. Bye.
[Q]: Ron: Ah, nothing. I'm just looking up some information on the Internet. Heather: Like what? Let me see. Ron: No, no, it's okay. I mean, you know ... Heather: Baldness? What are you looking that up for? [Well, you know ... ] I ... I mean, you're not that bad off. Ron: Ah, there you go. Bringing it up again! Heather: No. I mean it. You look great! Honestly, it's not that bad. Ron: Hey, I get enough of it from friends, and the people at work, and now from you! Heather: Well, maybe you could wear a toupee? I think you'd look great. Ron: Oh no. And have it slip off my head on to my date's dinner plate as I lean over to kiss her? Uh-uh. Heather: Well, have you ever thought about seeking medical advice? There are new advances in medicines that not only retard hair loss, but help regenerate new growth. Ron: Ah, I still don't give much credibility to medical treatment to prevent permanent hair loss. Heather: Well, what about accepting the fact that you're just losing your hair? Ron: I just can't give up hope. I know appearances shouldn't matter, but I don't know. I just feel that women just avoid me. Heather: Come on. You can't be serious. Ron: No really. I've seen it many times. It just, I don't know ... What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: Heather: Ron, what are you doing?
input: Please answer the following: M: What do you think of the food today? W: You have to ask. About as terrible as usual, I'd say. M: You know, I think it's about time a group of us speak to some University officials about the quality of the food. W: Do you have a good idea? M: In my view, we had better get rid of the manager. W: Do you think you are the first to think of that? The problem is that the University doesn't want to change another manager. M: You mean you've been through this before? W: Yes, when I was a freshman, I once did that. I once wrote a letter to the Student Services Official and presented a petition signed by 200 students. M: What was his reaction? W: He asked me why all the other students didn't sign it as well. I told him we only had time for a sample, but I was sure almost all the students would have. M: Why was he so cool towards you? Isn't it a serious question? W: That manager has good friends in the University. You know family connections. What was said before this conversation?
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output: W: I've just had my lunch at the cafeteria of our university.
M: Go downstairs and turn left. Walk straight and you'll see it. W: Thanks. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer:
W: Sorry, I'm late for my flight and I'm in a hurry. Where is Gate 21?