Q: Read the below conversation. W: Operator, can I help you? M: Yes. I'd like to make a collect call. My number is 7683384. W: And the number you're dialing? M: That's 7638558. Oh, no, I'm sorry, I forgot it's just changed. It's now 7643388. What would the listener say?
A: W: Please hold the line, caller.
Question: Read the below conversation. M: Wow, I had no idea it was going to be so sunny here! I thought Alaska was supposed to be cold. W: Well, it is pretty cold for much of the year. But during the summer, it's just as warm as it is in states like Washington and Oregon. M: Interesting. The days are really long right now. I don't think the sun has been down for more than a few hours the whole time I've been here. W: Yeah, that's another interesting thing about the summers here. We're so far north that we're exposed to the sun for almost the entire day. In winter, the opposite is true. M: You mean it's dark the whole time? W: Well, not the whole time... but maybe for two-thirds of every day from December to February. M: Whoa! How do you make it through every year? As a California native, I wouldn't be able to handle that for more than one season! What would the listener say?
Answer: W: I guess I'm used to it. When I was a kid, it was pretty fun to play with flashlights and have campfires outside in the afternoon. I never noticed that life was worse because it was always dark.
[Q]: Read the below conversation. Heather: Hi, Tim. [Hi] I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. He was such a great man. Tim: Thanks. As you know, he had been sick for some time before he passed away, so we were somewhat prepared. Heather: So, how's your mom taking it? Tim: Oh, it's been really hard on her. I don't think you get over something like that. Heather: Yeah, I'm sure. My heart really goes out to her. [Thanks.] Uh, so how's your mom going to be able to manage things alone? Tim: Well, financially, mom will be able to live a secure life from now on. I mean, Dad had life insurance and substantial investments in property and stocks, so returns on those should take care of her. [That's good to hear.] But our main concern at this moment is her emotional state. [Yeah.] She's really down, so a call now and again should brighten her day. Heather: So, what are the funeral arrangements? The obituary in the paper didn't mention much about the funeral. Tim: Well, some of the family members will get together on Tuesday morning for a private memorial service, but there will be a viewing in the afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00, followed by the funeral service. One of my uncles will be giving the eulogy. Heather: I wish there was something I could do you. * Tim: Well, actually, there is. [Oh?]. You know, Dad really admired you a lot, and before he died, he asked if you'd sing a musical number at the funeral. Heather: Really? I'd be honored. Tim: It would really mean a lot to the family. Heather: Sure. Then, see you on Tuesday. What would the listener say?
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[A]: Tim: Okay, see you then.
input: Please answer the following: Read the below conversation. W: Where are you from? M: Australia, from Sydney. I was at university, you know, I just finished and, er...I thought I'd go off around the world for a bit. W: What a long way to come! You have a long holiday, I suppose. M: Well, I finished my studies, you know, and found a job in a shipping firm. But I have three months,holiday before I start work. So I thought I just take some time to go around the world. If I need money, I just work where I am, you know, mainly teach English to young children. I used to work in a school,and I like children. But at the moment, I'm just having a holiday, wonderful here. I first arrived in Europe a couple of weeks ago. I went to France and, er, I came around... er...through Britain and I went right across to Japan, and then Korea. Now, here I am, in China. W: Wonderful! You must tell us all about your travels, because we're all very interested. I'll be working in a foreign trading firm soon. That'll help me learn something about other countries. M: Well. There's not much to tell, really. But I can show you photos and postcards. W: But...um...listen. Maybe, if you'd like, you can come to my home and have supper with us and, er... M: Oh. That's would be lovely. W: Well, you can tell us all about your stories and we can make you a very nice meal. How about that? M: That would be wonderful. A wonderful Chinese meal! A real Chinese meal! How lovely that would be! Wonderful! What would the listener say?
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output: W: Good!
Please answer this: Read the below conversation. W: It's nearly seven o'clock. Let's go. What would the listener say?
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Answer: M: Don't worry. The party starts at seven thirty.
Question: Read the below conversation. M: Are you really leaving for Hongkong tomorrow morning? What would the listener say?
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W: Yeah, I guess so. I got the air tickets. I can't wait to see Bill there.